warning light SKODA OCTAVIA 2016 3.G / (5E) Repair Manual

OFF ROADmode
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
203
Hill Descent Assistant
203
ESC OFF ROAD
204
ASR OFF ROAD
204
EDS OFF ROAD
204
ABS OFF ROAD
204
The OFF ROAD mode includes functions that help to overcome routes that are
difficult to navigate when travelling on non-paved roads.
But even with OFF ROAD mode activated, your vehicle is never a true SUV.
WARNINGThe general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 199, in section Introduction .
CAUTION
■
The OFF ROAD mode is not designed for the use on common roads.■All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by ŠKODA AUTO
to ensure the OFF ROAD mode operates correctly.
Operation
Fig. 242
Button for selecting the driving mode / function surface on the
Infotainment screen
Read and observe and on page 203 first.
OFF ROAD mode intervenes at a speed up to 30 km / h.
We recommend that you activate the OFF ROAD mode for every trip on non-
paved roads.
›
To activate , press the 
» Fig. 242 button.
In the Infotainment screen, a running mode menu » Fig. 242 appears.
›
Press the
Offroad
function surface on the Infotainment screen. The warning
light 
lights up in the instrument cluster.
›
to deactivate press the button 
» Fig. 242 and in the infotainment screen,
choose another mode than the
Offroad
mode.
The following functions are integrated in the OFF ROAD mode.
▶ Hill Descent Assistant » page 203
▶ ESC OFF ROAD » page 204
▶ TCS OFF ROAD » page 204
▶ EDL OFF ROAD » page 204
▶ ABS OFF ROAD » page 204
Note
If the engine “stalls” while driving and is started again within 30 seconds, then
OFF ROAD mode will be automatically activated.
Hill Descent Assistant
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The hill descent assistant (hereinafter referred to as assist system), with itsautomatic braking action on all wheels, ensures a constant speed is main-
tained on a steep slope when driving forwards and reversing.
During an intervention of the assistant, the warning light  flashes in the in-
strument cluster.
The assistant is automatically engaged under the following conditions. The engine is running.
For vehicles with Manual transmission the shift lever is in the neutral po-
sition and or the 1st, 2nd, 3rd gear, or reverse gear is engaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission , the selector lever is in the R,
N, D/S position or in the Tiptronic position. 
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The downhill gradient is at least 10 % (when driving over sleepers, the lim-
it can briefly drop to 8 %).
Neither the accelerator nor the brake pedal is operated.
Driving speed
Initiate the downhill decent at a reasonable speed of approx. 2 - 30 km / h the
assist maintains this speed when driving downhill constant.
If a forwards or reverse gear is engaged for vehicles with Manual transmis-
sion , the speed must be high enough to avoid “stalling the engine”.
The driving speed can be changed by the brake or accelerator pedal. This is
true even if the shift lever is in the neutral position and the selector lever in
the N position. The engagement of the assistant is resumed after the pedal is
released.WARNINGFor the correct operation of the assistant the road surface must be suffi-
ciently adherent. The assistant cannot properly fulfil its function on slushy
soil due to physical reasons (e.g. ice or mud). - there is a risk of an accident!
Note
When the wizard brakes the vehicle automatically, then the brake light does
not come on.
ESC OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The ESC OFF ROAD makes driving on a dirt roads easier, as no ESC interven-tions occur when the vehicle is slightly over or under steered.
ASR OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The TCS OFF ROAD makes starting and driving on an unpaved surface easier as
it partially allows wheel-spin.
Note
When disabled, the TCS » page 201 OFF ROAD mode works without the sup-
port of the TCS OFF ROAD.EDS OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The EDS OFF ROAD supports the driver when driving on a surface with differ-
ent grip under the drive wheels or when driving over bumps.
A spinning wheel or wheels are braked earlier and with more force than with
the intervention of the standard EDS system.
ABS OFF ROAD
Read and observe
and on page 203 first.
The ABS OFF ROAD supports the driver when braking on an unpaved surface
(e.g. gravel, snow etc.).
The system generated by a controlled locking of the wheels braked wheel be-
fore a “wedge” of piled material, which shortens the braking distance.
Maximum system efficiency is achieved when the front wheels are in the
straight ahead position.
Parking aid (Park Pilot)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
205
Operation
205
Display Infotainment screen
206
Activation / deactivation
206
Automatic system activation when moving forward
207
The parking aid (hereinafter referred to as system) uses acoustic signals on the
Infotainment screen when manoeuvring around obstacles in the vicinity of the
vehicle.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
Moving persons or objects may not be recognized by the system sensors. 
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CAUTIONThe objects shown on the screen can be closer or even further away than they
appear. This is especially the case in the following situations.■
Protruding objects, such as the rear of a truck and the like.
■
When driving from a horizontal surface into a slope or a depression.
■
When driving from a slope or a depression onto a horizontal surface.
Park Assist
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
209
Search for parking space
210
Parking
211
Leaving a parallel parking space
211
Automatic brake assist
212
Malfunctions
212
Park Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) helps drivers park in suitable
parallel and perpendicular parking places or also to manoeuvre out of parallel
parking spaces.
The system takes over the steering movements only when parking or leaving a
parking space. The driver operates the brake, accelerator or clutch pedal and
the shift / selector lever.
The state in which the steering wheel is operated by the system, is referred to
as parking operation.
The Park Assist is an extension of the parking aid » page 204 and operates on
the basis of data collected by the ultrasonic sensors.
For this reason, the chapter on the parking aid is to be read carefully and the safety notes are to be observed.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
During the parking process, the system automatically performs rapid
steering movements. While it is doing so, do not place your hands between
the steering wheel – risk of injury!
■
During a parking manoeuvre on loose or slippery surfaces (gravel, snow,
ice, etc.) you may stray from the calculated road. Therefore, do not use the
system in such situations.
CAUTION
The correct evaluation of the parking space and the parking procedure de-
pends on the circumference of the wheels on the vehicle.■
The system only works correctly if the vehicle is fitted with the wheel size
approved by ŠKODA AUTO.
■
Abstain from using the system when the vehicle is fitted with snow chains or
a temporary spare wheel.
■
If wheels other than those approved by ŠKODA AUTO are fitted, the resulting
position of the vehicle in the parking space can differ slightly. This can be avoi-
ded by readjusting the system at a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If other vehicles are parked behind or on the curb, the system can drive your
vehicle over the kerb or up to the kerb - there is a risk of damage to the
wheels. If necessary, intervene in good time.
Note
■ We recommend performing the parking at a safe speed to about 5 km/h.■The parking procedure can be stopped at any time by pressing the 
» Fig. 250 on page 210 button or by a steering intervention.
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ While the parking space search is going on, a measurement and evaluation of
the parking space size is completed.
▶ Suitable parking spaces are shown in the display of the instrument cluster
(hereinafter only in the display). 
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Fig. 253
Segment display: Examples of status displays the CCS
Read and observe
on page 212 first.
CCS status displays » Fig. 252 , » Fig. 253
Speed is set, control is inactive (in the colour display the digits of speed
limits is shown in grey).
Control active (in the colour display the digits of the speed limits are high-
lighted).
No speed set.
System fault - seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Basic requirements for start of control The CCS is activated.
On vehicles with manual transmission , second gear or higher is engaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission , the selector lever is in the
D/S position or in the Tiptronic position.
The current speed is higher than 20 km/h.
This, however, is only possible to the extent permitted by the engine output
and braking power of the vehicle.
WARNINGIf the engine output or engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain the
set speed, the driver must assume control of the accelerator and brake
pedals!Operation descriptionFig. 254
Cruise control system controls
Read and observe on page 212 first.
Overview of the CCS controls » Fig. 254AActivate CCS (control deactivated) Interrupt control (sprung position) Deactivate CCS (delete set speed)BTake control again a)
/ Increase speedCLaunch control / reduce speeda)
If no speed is set, the current speed is used.
Once the controls are activated, the CCS maintains the vehicle at the set
speed; the indicator light  lights up in the instrument cluster.
Controls are automatically interrupted if any of the following occur.
▶ The brake pedal is operated.
▶ When one of the brake assist systems (e.g. ESC) intervenes.
▶ Through an airbag deployment.
WARNING■ Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent uninten-
tional switching on of the system.■
Control may only be resumed if the set speed is not too high for the cur-
rent traffic conditions.
Note
During control, speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal. Re-
leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.213Assist systems

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
214
Operation
215
Automatic stopping and starting
215
Operation overview
216
Start control
216
Stop/resume control
216
Set/change desired speed
217
Set the clearance level
217
Special driving conditions
217
Overtaking and towing
218
Malfunctions
218
The automatic distance control (hereinafter referred to as ACC) maintains the
set speed or the distance to the vehicle ahead without the accelerator or
brake pedal being pressed.
The front of the vehicle and the distance to the vehicle ahead is monitored by
a radar sensor » page 199.
The state in which the ACC maintains the speed or the proximity is described
as control from here on.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
The driver must always be ready to take over the operation of the accel-
erator and brake pedal.
■
The ACC does not react when approaching a stationary obstacle, such as
traffic jams, vehicle breakdowns or vehicles waiting at a traffic light.
■
The ACC does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
■
If the ACC does not decelerate fast enough, immediately apply the vehi-
cle's foot brake.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, do not use the ACC under the following conditions.■When driving in turning lanes, motorway exits or construction sites, to
avoid an unwanted acceleration to the stored speed.■
When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
■
When road conditions are poor (e.g. ice, slippery road, gravel, dirt road).
■
Driving into “sharp” corners or in steep gradients / on steep inclines.
■
When driving through places where metal objects (such as metal build-
ings, railroad tracks, etc.) can be found.
■
When driving through very divided and enclosed spaces (such as large-ca-
pacity garages, car ferries, tunnels and the like.).
Note
■ The ACC is designed primarily for use on motorways.■The ACC reduces the speed by automatically releasing the accelerator or by
means of a braking procedure as appropriate. If the brakes are used for an au-
tomatic speed reduction at any moments, then the brake light illuminates.■
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the con-
nected trailer, the ACC becomes unavailable.
■
The control automatically cancels the engagement of the brake supportive
assistance systems (e.g. ESC) or when the maximum permitted engine speed is
exceeded.
Settings in Infotainment
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
.
■ ACC (adaptive cruise control) - Setting for the adaptive cruise control
■
Driving progr.:
- Set the vehicle acceleration when adaptive cruise control is
activated 1)
■
Last distance selected
- Switch on/off of the last distance selected
■
Distance:
- Set the distance monitoring to the vehicles ahead
1)
This can be set as follows on vehicles with a travel mode option » page 221.
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OperationFig. 255
Display in the instrument cluster: Examples of ACC displays
Fig. 256
Instrument cluster display: Examples of ACC status displays
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
The ACC allows a speed of 30 - 160 km/h to be set or a distance to the preced-
ing vehicle to be very short of very long to be set.
The ACC adjusts the set speed with respect to the detected vehicle ahead,
thus maintaining the selected proximity.
The ACC can detect a vehicle that is up to approx. 120 m ahead using the radar sensor.
ACC displays » Fig. 255
Vehicle detected (control active)
Line showing the displacement of the distance when setting » page 217,
Set the clearance level
12Set distance to the vehicle ahead
Vehicle detected (control deactivated)
ACC status displays » Fig. 256
Regulation is inactive (in the colour display the digits of speed limits is
shown in grey).
Regulation active - no vehicle detected (in the colour display the digits of
the speed limits are highlighted).
Control deactivated - no speed stored.
Regulation active - vehicle detected (in the colour display the digits of the
speed limits are highlighted).
Note to reduce speed
If the delay of the ACC is insufficient in relation to the vehicle in front, the
warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster and the display shows a
message to engage the brake pedal.
Note
Some ACC notifications in the display of the instrument cluster may be hidden
by notifications for other functions. An ACC notification automatically appears
for a brief moment when there is a change in status of the ACC.
Automatic stopping and starting
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission can decelerate to a standstill and
start moving again using the ACC.
Decelerate to a standstill
If a vehicle ahead decelerates to a standstill, the ACC will also decelerate your
vehicle to a standstill.
Starting to drive again after a holding period
As soon as the vehicle ahead starts moving again after a holding period, your
vehicle will also move and the speed will continue to be regulated. Control is
automatically disconnected in case of longer holding periods.
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Operation overviewFig. 257
Operating lever
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
Overview of ACC functions operated with the lever » Fig. 2571Activate ACC (control deactivated)2Start control (resume) / increase speed by 1 km/h at a time
(sprung position)3Interrupt control (sprung position)4Deactivate ACC5 Increase speed by 10 km/h at a time6 Decrease speed by 10 km/h at a timeA  Set proximity levelBStart control / reduce speed in increments of 1 km/h
If the lever is set from the position
 directly into the sprung position

the current speed is stored and the control process is started.
Start control
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
Basic requirements for start of control ACC is enabled.
On vehicles with manual transmission , the second gear or a higher gear is
selected and the current speed is greater than 25 km/h.
On vehicles with automatic transmission the selector lever is in the posi-
tion D / S or in the Tiptronic position and the current speed is higher than
2 km / h.
Start control
›
Press 
» Fig. 257 on page 216 .
›
orset the lever into the sprung position

» Fig. 257 on page 216 .
The ACC takes the current driving speed and performs the control, the warning
light  illuminates in the instrument cluster.
If the control is started by moving the lever to the position  and should
the speed be stored already, the ACC adopts this speed and carries out the
control.
Note
If control is started at a speed of less than 30 km/h on vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission, the speed of 30 km/h is stored. The speed increases auto-
matically to 30 km/h or is regulated with respect to the speed of the vehicle
ahead.
Stop/resume control
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
Stop control
›
Set the lever into the sprung position 
» Fig. 257 on page 216 .
›
or: apply the brake.
Control stops, the speed remains stored.
Resume control
›
Start control » page 216, Start control . 
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Fig. 259
Lane changes of other vehicles / stationary vehicles
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
The following (and similar) situations require special attention and possibly the
intervention of the driver (braking, accelerating etc.).
When cornering
When driving into or driving out of long corners, it could be that a vehicle is
travelling in the adjacent lane and is scanned by the radar » Fig. 258 -
 . The
host vehicle is then controlled according to this vehicle.
Narrow vehicles or vehicles travelling side by side
A narrow or offset vehicle driving can only be recognized by the ACC if this is
located in the scanning range of the radar » Fig. 258 -
 .
Other vehicles changing lanes
Vehicles that change onto the lane with a small distance » Fig. 259 -
 may not
be detected by ACC in good time.
Stationary vehicles
The ACC does not detect stationary objects! When a vehicle detected by the
ACC turns or sheers off and there is a stationary vehicle in front of this vehi-
cle, » Fig. 259 -
 the ACC does not respond to the stationary vehicle.
Vehicles with special load or special body parts
Other vehicles with a load or with body parts protruding from the sides, back
or top of the vehicle contour may not be detected by the ACC.
Overtaking and towing
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
When overtaking
When your vehicle is being controlled at a speed that is lower than the set
speed and the turn signal is operated, ACC assesses this situation as meaning
that the driver wishes to overtake. The ACC automatically accelerates the vehi-
cle, thereby reducing the proximity to a vehicle ahead.
If your vehicle changes to the overtaking lane and no vehicle is detected
ahead, ACC accelerates until the set speed is reached and then keeps it con-
stant.
Acceleration can be cancelled at any time by touch on the brake pedal or
pressing the button  on the lever
» Fig. 257 on page 216 .
Towing a trailer
When towing, or if another accessory is connected to the trailer socket, ACC
control is set with a lower rate. The manner of driving should therefore be
adapted to this limitation.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
If, for some unknown reason, ACC is not available, the warning light  appears
in the display of the instrument cluster and an appropriate message is shown.
Sensor covered / dirty
If the sensor is dirty or covered, a message indicating that there is no sensor
view appears. Clean the sensor cover or remove the obstacles » Fig. 240 on
page 199 .
ACC not available
If the ACC is currently unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability ap-
pears. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If ACC
continues to be unavailable, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
ACC fault
With an ACC fault, an error message appears. Seek help from a specialist ga-
rage.
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Front Assist
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
219
Operation
219
Distance warning
219
Warning and automatic braking
220
Deactivation/activation
220
Malfunctions
221
The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) warns you of the danger of
a collision with a vehicle or another obstacle in front of the vehicle, and tries to
avoid a collision or mitigate its consequences by automatically applying the
brakes where necessary.
The area in front of the vehicle is monitored by a radar sensor » page 199.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
CAUTION
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the electri-
cally connected trailer, the system becomes unavailable.
Settings in Infotainment
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
.
■ Front Assist (ambient traffic monitor. sys.) - Set the assistant for distance
monitoring to the vehicles ahead ■
Active
- Activate/deactivate the assistant
■
Advance warning
(Version 1) - Activate/deactivate advance warning
■
Advance warning
(Version 2) - Activating/deactivating and setting the distance
level at which a warning occurs
■
Display distance warning
- Activate/deactivate distance warnings
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ Alerts you about a dangerous proximity to the vehicle ahead.
▶ Warns you of an impending collision.
▶ Assists with a brake action triggered by the driver.
▶ If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, automatic braking is per-
formed.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The system is activated.
TCS is activated » page 201.
The vehicle is travelling forwards at a speed of more than approx. 5 km/h.
Note
The system can be impaired or may not be available, for example when driving
in “sharp ”curves or with an ESC engagement » page 200.
Distance warning
Fig. 260
Display in the instrument cluster: Proximity warning
Read and observe and on page 219 first.
If a safe distance from the vehicle ahead is fallen short of, the warning light
appears in the display 
» Fig. 260 .
Immediately increase the proximity if the current traffic situation allows you
to do so!
The proximity at which the warning is displayed depends on the current speed.
The warning may occur when driving between about 60 km/h and 210 km/h.
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Warning and automatic brakingFig. 261
Display in the instrument cluster: Warning or emer-
gency braking at low speed
Read and observe and on page 219 first.
Emergency braking at low speed
If there is a risk of a collision in a vehicle speed range of about 5 km/h to 30
km/h, the system triggers an automatic braking.
With automatic braking, the warning light appears in the display 
» Fig. 261 .
Advance warning
If the system detects a risk of collision, the warning light appears on the dis-
play 
» Fig. 261 and an audible signal is emitted.
The pre-warning display can occur in the following situations. ▶ If there is a risk of collision with a moving obstacle at a driving speed range
of approx. 30 km/h to approx. 210 km/h.
▶ If there is a risk of collision with a stationary obstacle at a driving speed
range of approx. 30 km/h to approx. 85 km/h.
When the advance warning is issued, the brake pedal must be pressed or the
moving obstacle avoided!
Acute alert
If the driver does not react to the advance warning when in danger of a colli-
sion with a moving obstacle, the system briefly applies the brake automatically
via an active brake intervention to draw attention to the potential danger of a
collision again.
Automatic Braking
If the driver does not respond to acute warning, the system begins to auto-
matically brake the vehicle.
If an automatic brake intervention is triggered by the system, the pressure in
the brake system increases and the brake pedal cannot be operated with the
normal pedal stroke.
The automatic braking interventions can be cancelled by pressing the acceler-
ator pedal or by means of a steering intervention.
Brake Support
If the driver does not brake sufficiently in the event of an impending collision,
the system automatically increases the braking force.
The brake support only occurs as long as the brake pedal is being firmly press-
ed down.
Deactivation/activation
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
The system should only be disabled in exceptional cases »
.
The system can be activated or deactivated in one of two ways. ▶ In the instrument cluster display » page 47, Menu item
Assist systems
.
▶ In infotainment » page 219, Settings in Infotainment .
The following functions can be activated or deactivated separately in infotain-
ment. ▶ Distance warning
▶ Advance warning
If the distance-warning function was deactivated before switching off the igni-
tion, it remains deactivated after switching on the ignition.
WARNINGIn the following situations, Front Assist should be switched off for safety
reasons.■
When the vehicle is being towed away.
■
When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.
■
If an unfounded warning was issued or a system action carried out.
■
When on a truck, car ferry or similar.
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