snow chains SKODA OCTAVIA 2016 3.G / (5E) Owner's Manual

▶Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 266 or use the repair kit » page 270.
▶ Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 229.
System fault
 flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light 
flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Other incidents
The illumination of the warning light  can have the following reasons.
▶ The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute the load evenly.
▶ The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
▶ Snow chains are mounted.
▶ A wheel has been changed.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does
not light up at all.
 Brake linings
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates - the brake pads are worn.
▶
You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
 Low fuel - petrol / diesel
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the fuel level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 6 litres).
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Please refuel » page 249.
Note
The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.
Lane assist (Lane Assist)
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
The warning lights 
 indicates the state of the Lane Assist system.
More information about the Lane Assist System » page 224.
 Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 flashes – the left turn signal is turned on.
 flashes – the right turn signal is turned on.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate (does not apply when towing).
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
 Trailer turn signal lights
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 flashes – the trailer turn signal lights are switched on.
If a trailer is hitched and the warning light  is not flashing, one of the trailer
turn signal lights has failed. 
36Using the system

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)Read and observe
on page 200 first.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
MSR counteracts the tendency of the drive wheels to lock during downshifts
or sudden deceleration (e.g. on icy or an otherwise slippery road surface).
If the drive wheels should lock, then the engine speed is automatically in-
creased. This reduces the braking effect of the engine and the wheels can ro-
tate freely again.
Traction control (TCS)
Fig. 241
System button: Vehicle with ESC / vehicle without ESC
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
The ASR prevents spinning of the drive wheels. TCS reduces the drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thus, for example,
driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light  flashes in the instrument clus-
ter.
Deactivation›
Press the 
» Fig. 241 button.
›
or:press the button

» Fig. 241
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button 
→ Press the function area 
→
ESC system:
→
ASR off
.
During deactivation the warning light lights up in the instrument cluster 
and
an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Activation
›
Press the 
» Fig. 241 button.
›
or:press the button

» Fig. 241
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button 
→ Press the function area

→
ESC system:
→
Activated
.
During activation extinguished the warning light
 is and an appropriate mes-
sage is displayed in the instrument cluster.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example. ▶ When driving with snow chains.
▶ When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
▶ When it is necessary to “rock” a car free when it has become stuck.
Note
On vehicles without the ESC system, the warning light  does not illuminate
upon deactivation of the TCS system, but a message is only displayed on the
display of the instrument cluster.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle. EDL
brakes a spinning wheel if required and transfers the drive power force to the
other drive wheel. Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different trac-
tion under each wheel of the driven axle.
EDL switches off automatically to avoid excessive heat generation on the
brake of the wheel being braked. Once the brakes have cooled down, there is
an automatic re-activation of EDL. 
201Assist systems

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). 
209Assist systems

Fitting new tyres
Only fit approved radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and
the same tread pattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When fitting new tyres, the tyres must be replaced axle by axle.
Unidirectional tyres
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the
tyre .
The specified running direction must be strictly adhered to, otherwise the fol-
lowing tyre characteristics may be degraded. ▶ Driving stability.
▶ Traction.
▶ Tyre noise and tyre wear.WARNING■ Never use tyres if you do not know anything about their condition and
age - risk of accidents.■
Never drive with damaged tyres – risk of accident.
CAUTION
■ The tyres must be protected from contact with substances (e.g. oil, grease
and fuel) which could damage them. If the tyres come into contact with these
substances, then we recommend having them checked out in a specialist ga-
rage.■
Do not use rims with ground or polished surfaces in winter conditions - there
is a risk of rim damage (e.g through salt spreading).
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres be carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use tyres, snow chains and full wheel trims from
ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Tyre pressureFig. 297
Label with a table of tyre sizes and tyre pressure value / inflate
tyres
The prescribed tyre inflation is on the sticker with pictograms
A
» Fig. 297 (for
some countries, the pictograms are replaced with a text).
Tyre pressure is always to match the load .
Inflation pressure for half load
Inflation pressure for environmentally friendly operation (slightly lower
fuel consumption and emissions)
Inflation pressure for full load
Tyre diameter in inches
This information serves merely as information for the prescribed tyre pres-
sure. This is not a list of shared tyre sizes for your vehicle. These are in the
vehicle's technical documentation, as well as in the declaration of con-
formity (in so-called COC document).
Tyre pressure value on the front axle
Tyre pressure value on the rear axle
Checking the tyre pressures
Check the tyre pressure (including that of the emergency or spare wheel) at
least once a month and also before setting off on a long journey.
Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the
higher pressure on warm tyres.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values must be saved
each time the pressures are changed » page 229. 
BCDEFG261Wheels

In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, save the tyre pressure values in the
system » page 229 .WARNING■
Never drive with more than one temporary spare wheel mounted!■Avoid full throttle acceleration, sharp braking and fast cornering when
driving with the temporary spare wheel.■
Do not use snow chains on the temporary spare wheel.
■
Observe instructions on the warning sign of the emergency wheel.
Tyre marking
Explanation of tyre markings - e.g. 195/65 R 15 91 T
195Tyre width in mm65Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial15Diameter of wheel in inches91Load indexTSpeed symbol
Load index - indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual tyre
Load index8889909192939495Load
(In kg)560580600615630650670690
Speed symbol - indicates the maximum permissible speed for a vehicle fitted
with tyres in a given category
Speed
symbolSTUHVWYMaximum speed
(in km/h)180190200210240270300WARNINGNever exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity and speed
for the tyres fitted – risk of accident.
Operating in winter conditions
All-year (or “winter”) tyres
All-year or “winter” tyres (indicated by an M+S or a mountain peak/snowflake
symbol ) to improve the performance of the vehicle in winter conditions.
To get the best possible driving characteristics, all-year or “winter” tyres, with a minimum tread depth of 4 mm on all four wheels, should be fitted.
If “winter” tyres are mounted, summer tyres should be fitted again in good
time as they provide better handling properties, a shorter braking distance,
less tyre noise and reduced tyre wear on roads which are free of snow and ice
as well as at temperatures above 7 °C.
Speed symbol
All-year or “winter” tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol
)
of a lower speed category than listed in the vehicle’s technical documentation
can be used provided that the maximum permissible speed for these tyres is
not exceeded even if the maximum possible speed of the vehicle is higher.
The speed limit for all-season or “Winter” tires can be adjusted in the infotain-
ment menu 

→

→
Tyres
.
If the vehicle has all-season or “winter” tires of a lower speed category then
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle (referring to tyres that have not
been delivered by the factory, a warning label with the maximum value of the
speed category provided for the mounted tyres must be fixed in the interior of
the vehicle in a constantly visible place in the driver’s field of vision. The warn-
ing label (sticker) can be replaced by setting the maximum value of the speed
category supplied for the mounted tyres in Infotainment 1)
. This specification
defines the maximum vehicle speed with mounted all-season or “winter”tyres
that may not be exceeded.
Snow chains
The snow chains improve handling in wintry road conditions. 
1)
Valid in certain countries.
263Wheels

Remove the full wheel trims before fitting the snow chains » page 267.
Snow chains must only be fitted on the front wheels and are applicable only to
the following wheel / tyre combinations.
OctaviaRim sizeImpression depth DTyre size6J x 15 a)43 mm195/65 R156J x 15a)47 mm195/65 R156J x 16 b)48 mm205/55 R166J x 16b)50 mm205/55 R166J x 17b)45 mm205/50 R176J x 17 b)48 mm205/50 R17a)
Only use snow chains with links and locks which are not larger than 13 mm.
b)
Only use snow chains with links and locks which are not larger than 12 mm.
Octavia Scout
Rim sizeImpression depth DTyre size6J x 16 a)50 mm205/55 R166J x 17a)45 mm205/50 R176J x 16 a)48 mm205/55 R166J x 16b)48 mm205/60 R166J x 17a)48 mm205/50 R176J x 17b)48 mm205/55 R17a)
Only use snow chains with links and locks which are not larger than 12 mm.
b)
Only use snow chains with links and locks which are not larger than 9 mm.
Octavia RS
Rim sizeImpression depth DTyre size6J x 17 a)45 mm205/50 R176J x 17a)48 mm205/50 R17a)
Only use snow chains with links and locks which are not larger than 12 mm.
WARNINGDo not use chains on snow and ice-free routes - the handling would be im-
paired and there is a risk of damage to the tyres.264General Maintenance

SettingAuxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila-tion)
109
Headrests80
Mirror74
Positions of the variable loading floor101
Seat belt height16
Seats76
settings Images
126
Infotainment language123, 130
Infotainment screen123, 130
Video DVD126
Settings Additional keyboard languages
123, 130
Advanced settings129
AUX126
Bluetooth124, 126, 131
Codecs126
Configuration wizard118
DAB125, 132
Data connection124
Equalizer122
External device data transfer123
FM125, 131
Fuel options129
Information regarding the version of the navi- gation data
129
infotainment122
Infotainment130
Manage favourites159
Manage memory128
Map128
Media126, 132
Navigation128
Nav. announcements129
Network124
Pin code126
Radio125, 131
Reset to factory settings124, 187
Restore factory settings131
Route options128
SmartLink128
Software update122
Software updates131
Sound122, 130
Sound system122
Subwoofer122
Surround122
System information122, 125, 131
Telephone126, 132
Text messages126
Time and date123, 130
Top speeds129
Units123, 130
Update software125
User profile159
Vehicle187
Voice control124
Volume118
WLAN124
Settings Call126
Setting the Clock
42
Setup122, 130
Show POIs on the map176
SIM card Change PIN code
154
Data connection164
Insert154
PIN code154
Remove154
Sliding/tilting roof Activating operation of the sunshade
63
SmartGate connection using Wi-Fi direct
49
Connection via Wi-Fi49
introductory information48
Password/PIN code change50
Setting50
SmartLink Android Auto166
Apple CarPlay167
Main menu165
MirrorLink®167
Set to128
SMS161
New161
Operation161
Received162
Snow chains263
sockets 12-volt power socket in the luggage compart- ment
90
12-volt socket in the interior90
Sockets 230 V
90
Software update122
Software Update125
Software updates131
Sound122, 130
Sound system122
Spare wheel262
Removing / stowing267
Speed limitations180
Speed symbol263
Split screen Audio
171
Compass171
Manoeuvre171
Map171
Menus171
Most frequent routes171
Satellite data171
Turn on/off171
Waypoint tour171
Spoiler241
SSID124
Stabilisation system200
Stability Control (ESC)200
312Index

UnlockingCentral locking button53
In case of emergency276
Remote control52
Unlocking and locking51
Unlock steering lock188
Update navigation data170
Update the navigation data129
USB85, 140
Safe removal130
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
242
Useful equipment 230-volt socket
90
Clothes hook88
Cup holders85
Glasses compartment87
Multimedia holder86
Removable through-loading bag89
Useful features Storage compartment
82
Useful Features 12-volt power socket in the luggage compart-ment
90
12-volt socket in the interior90
Ashtray91
Cigarette lighter91
Reflective vest265
Ticket holder83
User account Configuration wizard
118
User profile126, 132
V
Variable loading floor
100
vCard174, 175
Vehicle- settings187
Vehicle battery charging259
Safety instructions258
Warning light37
Vehicle care244
Vehicle cleaning244
Vehicle condition See auto check control
42
Vehicle data sticker288
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
288
Vehicle dimensions292, 293
Vehicle height292, 293
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)288
Vehicle length292, 293
Vehicle systems187
Vehicle tool kit266
Vehicle washing Exterior
245
Vehicle width292, 293
Vest265
Video DVD Main menu
145
Playback145
Select video source145
Set to126
Video DVD menu146
Menu146
Video player145
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
288
Visibility70
Visors71
Voice control119
Commands121
Correction of a voice command input121
Help121
Not recognising a voice command121
on / off120
Operation principle120
Settings124
Stop / restore command121
Voicemail157
Volume118
Volume setting118
W
Waiter Voice control
120
Warning at when speeding45
Warning display low temperature39
Warning lights32
Warning symbols see Warning lights
32
Warning triangle265
Waste container85
Water in the fuel filter40
Waypoint mode183
Main menu183
Record waypoints184
Set waypoint manually184
Waypoint tour memory184, 185
Waypoint tour memory184, 185
Weather conditions240
Weights288, 289, 291
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
268
Caps268
Loosening and tightening269
Wheels260
Full trim267
Load Index263
Snow chains263
Speed symbol263
Tyre age260
Tyre damage260
Tyre pressure261
Tyre storage260
315Index

Unidirectional tires261
Winter tyres263
Wi-Fi49
Wi-Fi direct49
Window operation
59
Window operation59
Windscreen Heating
187
Windscreen - heating71
Windscreen heating187
Windscreen washer fluid Refilling
254
Warning light39
Windscreen washing systems72
Windscreen wipers and washers72
Activation72
Add fluid254
Replacing the windscreen wiper blade278
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades277
Service position of the windscreen wiper arms 277
Winter operation
263
All-year tyres263
Car battery259
Diesel fuel250
Snow chains263
Winter tyres263
Winter tyres263
Wipers and washer Warning light for windscreen washer fluid level 39
Wipers and washers Actuate
73
Wipers and Washers automatic rear window wiper
73
Wiping interval72
Wireless Internet Hotspot set to
124
WLAN142, 163
Client163
Connect163
Infotainment Hotspot163
Search163
WLAN on / off163
WPS124
WLAN client set to
124
WLAN hotspot163
WPS124
X
XDS
201
Xenon headlight66
316Index