belt SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR 2007 1.G / (1U) Owner's Manual

18CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTThe head restraints can be adjusted for an-
gle and height and should be set to match
the size of the seat occupant. Head re-
straints which are correctly adjusted offer
effective protection together with the seat
belts.Head restraints
Adjusting height
Grasp the side of the head restraint with
both your hands and pull it up or down in
direction of arrow A.

The best protection is obtained if the
upper edge of the head restraint is roughly
at eye level or higher.
Warning
In case the head restraints are not
correctly adjusted or when driving
without head restraints, you are ex-
posed to a risk of injury.Adjusting angle
The head restraints can be tilted in the
direction of arrow B and can be matched
to head height in the desired position to
provide enhanced comfort for the occupant.
Removing and installingPull the head restraint out of the backrest
as far as the stop. Press the locking button
in direction of arrow and pull the head re-
straint out of the backrest.
To install again, push the head restraint
rods into the guides until the locking but-
ton is heard to engage.

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Front seatsCorrect seat adjustment is important for:
- reliably and quickly reaching the controlsand switches,
- relaxed, fatigue-free body position,
- maximum protection from the seat belts.
Warning

For this reason, the front seats
should not be pushed too close to
the steering wheel or the instrument
panel.

Each occupant must correctly fas-
ten the seat belt belonging to the
seat. Children must be fastened with
a suitable restraint system - see page
111 .

The front seats and the head re-
straints must always be adjusted to
match the body size of the seat oc-
cupant. The seat belts must always
be correctly fastened in order to pro-
vide an optimal protection for you
and your occupants.

Always keep your feet in the foot-
well when the vehicle is moving - ne-
ver rest them on the instrument panel
or seats.

Never transport more occupants
than the maximum seating in the ve-
hicle.
1 - To move seat forward and back
Pull up the lever located below the seat and
move seat into the desired position. Then,
release lever and move seat further until
the lock engages.
The driver’s seat should be adjusted so that
the pedals can be fully depressed with the
legs slightly angled. Warning
For safety reasons the driver’s seat
must only be moved forward or back
when the vehicle is stationary!
2 - Adjusting seat height*
Move the lever repeatedly up and down in
the top position in order to raise the seat.
Move the lever repeatedly up and down in
the bottom position in order to lower the
seat. Warning
For safety reasons the height of the
driver’s seat must only be adjusted
when the vehicle is stationary!

20CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT3 - Adjusting backrest angle
To adjust the backrest, take weight off back-
rest and then turn knob.
The backrest of the driver’s seat should be
adjusted so that the top of the steering
wheel can be reached with the arms slightly
angled.Warning
Do not lower the backrest too far
when travelling otherwise the protec-
tion offered by the seat belts will be
adversely affected.
Electrically operated seat*Electric seat adjustmentThe seat is positioned electrically with
switches A and B.
The seat can also be positioned when the
ignition is switched on.
The backrest of the seat is positioned
mechanically by turning the wheel C.
4 - Adjusting lumbar support*
The seat padding in the lumbar area of the
spine can be made to arch forward slightly
by turning the handwheel. This offers ef-
fective support to the natural curvature of
the spine. The sitting position is less fatigu-
ing, particularly on long trips.

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Warning

For safety reasons the seat must
only be adjusted when the vehicle is
stationary!

Take care when adjusting the seat!
Risk of injury if the seat is moved
without proper attention or in an un-
controlled manner.

The electric adjustment of the seat
also operates when the ignition is
switched off or the ignition key with-
drawn. For this reason, never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
Switch AThe seat is moved in the particular direc-
tion of the arrow by pressing the switch:
1 - Seat forward / back
2 - Front seat surface raised / lowered
3 - Rear seat surface raised / lowered
2 and 3 together - Seat height adjusted.
Switch BThe backrest is set in the particular direc-
tion of the arrow by pressing the switch:
Direction of arrow 1: backrest angle stee-
per.
Direction of arrow 2: backrest angle flatter.
Warning
The backrest of the seat must not be
tilted too far back when driving oth-
erwise proper operation of the seat
belts will be affected.

26CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTFolding rear seat back
First of all, insert head restraints into the
backrest.

Then, fold back rear seat backrest until
it locks in position - pull as a check. Fold
back seat into its original position.
Note
After folding back the seat cushion and the
rear seat backrests, the seat belt buckles
and the lap belt should be in their original
position - they should be ready for use.
Warning
The backrests of the rear seat should
be properly locked to ensure that no
objects can slip forward out of the
luggage compartment into the inte-
rior of the car during a sudden appli-
cation of the brakes.
Luggage compartment coverWarning
No objects should be carried on the
luggage compartment cover. These
may result in injuries to occupants
in the event of a sudden application
of the brakes or an accident.
In addition, the heater elements of the rear
window may be damaged by objects rub-
bing against them.
The luggage compartment cover is auto-
matically raised when opening the tailgate.
The cover can be removed in order to trans-
port bulky items:

Unhook retaining cords from the tailgate.

Pull the cover back out of the side re-
tainers (see arrows).
The cover can then be stowed behind the
rear seat backrests.

When installing, slide the cover forward
into the side retainers and hook the retain-
ing cords onto tailgate.

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
If the front or side airbag was deacti-
vated with the switch in the glove box:
- the warning light comes on for 3 secondswhen the ignition is switched on;
- the deactivation of the airbag is signaled by the warning light Airbag OFF coming
on in the front interior light
Warning
If a fault exists, have the airbag sys-
tem checked immediately by a Škoda
Dealer. Otherwise, there is a risk of
the airbag or the seat belt not being
activated in the event of an accident.
Trailer turn signal system*The warning light flashes if the turn signal
system is operated when towing a trailer.
If a turn signal light of the trailer or towing
vehicle fails, the warning light does not
flash.Low beamThe warning light comes on after the low
beam is switched on - see page 82.Fog lights*The warning light comes on when the fog
lights are switched on.Rear fog lightThe warning light comes on when the rear
fog light is switched on.
Testing engine electronics* EPC(fitted only to certain engines)
The warning light comes on for a few se-
conds when the ignition is switched on.
If the warning light does not go off or co-
mes on or flashes when driving, this indi-
cates a fault in the engine electronic sy-
stem. A program stored in the engine con-
trol unit makes it possible to continue dri-
ving with certain restrictions - contact a
Škoda Dealer for professional assistance.Glow plugs(diesel engines only)
If the engine is cold, the warning light co-
mes on when the preglow position „2“ (ig-
nition on) is switched on - see page 43. If
the warning light does not come on, there
is a fault in the glow plug system - contact
a Škoda Dealer for assistance. After the
light goes out, start the engine rightaway.
If the engine is warm, the glow plug warn-
ing light does not come on - the engine can
be started straightaway.
If the warning light flashes when driving,
there is a fault in the system.
Contact a Škoda Dealership for professio-
nal advice.

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CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Electronic differential lock (EDL)*The EDL system operates in combination
with the ABS. A failure of the EDL system
is indicated by the ABS warning light co-
ming on. You should then contact a Škoda
Dealer without delay.
Models fitted with ESP are equipped with
electronic differential lock (EDL).
If a major fault is present in the ABS sy-
stem, an audible warning signal also
sounds (3 peeps). Further information on
the ABS and EDL systems is given on
pages 122 and 124.Electronic immobiliserWhen the ignition is switched on, a data
harmonization is performed between key
and control unit. If the data exchanged are
correct, this is confirmed by the warning li-
ght coming on for a few seconds.
If an unauthorized car key (e.g. forged key)
has been used, the warning light changes
to a continuous flashing light. It is then no
longer possible to start the car - see page
7.
Brake fluid levelThe warning light comes on for a few se-
conds after switching on the ignition.Warning
If the warning light comes on when
the ignition is switched on or when
driving, there is a fault in the brake
system. Contact the nearest Škoda
Dealer without delay and have the
brake system inspected.
An audible warning signal sounds
(3 peeps).
You can drive on carefully to the near-
est Škoda Dealer but allow for higher
pedal pressures, longer braking dis-
tances and greater idle travel of the
brake pedal.
The warning light also comes on when the
handbrake is applied.
Charge indicatorThe warning light comes on when the igni-
tion is switched on. It should go out when
the engine is started.
If the warning light comes on when driving
or does not go out after the engine has
started, stop the car and switch off the
engine. Check the ribbed belt.
If it is loose or broken, do not drive any
further . The belt has to be tensioned or
replaced.
If the ribbed belt is in proper order and the
warning light nevertheless comes on, it is
possible to drive on to the nearest Škoda
Dealer. In this case, the battery will not be
charged; switch off all unnecessary elec-
trical components in the vehicle.
An audible warning signal sounds (single
peep signal).Seat belt warning system*This warning light comes on to request the
driver to fasten the seat belt.
If the driver’s belt is not fastened, an audi-
ble warning signal sounds for 6 seconds.

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SAFETY
Driving the safe wayPassive safety measures reduce the risk
of injury in accident situations.
In this section you will find important infor-
mation, tips and notes on the subject of
passive safety in your vehicle.
We have combined everything here which
you should be familiar with, for example,
regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats
and safety of children.
For this reason, please comply in particu-
lar with the notes and warnings in this sec-
tion - for your own interest and in the inter-
est of all those travelling with you.Warning

This chapter contains important
information on how to use the vehi-
cle for the driver and his occupants.
You will find further information on
safety, which concerns you and
those travelling with you, in the fol-
lowing chapters of this Owner’s
Manual.

The complete on-board literature
should always be in the vehicle. This
applies in particular, if you rent out
or sell the vehicle.
Safety equipmentThe safety equipment is part of the oc-
cupant protection and it can reduce the
risk of injuries in accident situations.
Do not put at risk your safety and the safety
of those travelling with you.
In the event of an accident, the safety
equipment can reduce the risk of injuries.
The following list contains part of the safety
equipment in your vehicle:

Three-point seat belts for all the seats*,

belt force limiter for front seats*,

belt tensioner for front seats,

seat belt height adjuster for front seats,

front airbags*,

side airbags*,

anchoring points for child seats using the
„ISOFIX system“,

head restraints adjustable for height,

adjustable steering column. The specified safety equipment works to-
gether, in order to optimally protect you and
those travelling with you in accident situa-
tions.
The safety equipment does not protect you
or the people travelling with you, if you or
your occupants adopt an incorrect seated
position or the equipment is not correctly
adjusted or used.
For this reason you will be provided with
the information on why this equipment is
very important, and how it protects you and
the occupants. You will also be informed on
what should be observed when using the
equipment and how you and the people
travelling with you can make full use of the
existing safety equipment.
This Owner’s Manual contains important
warning notes, to which you and those trav-
elling with you should pay attention, in or-
der to reduce a risk of injury.
Safety concerns everybody!
Basic information

94SAFETYBefore setting offThe driver is always fully responsible for
his occupants and for the operating
safety of the vehicle.
For your own safety and the safety of the
people travelling with you, please pay at-
tention to the following points before set-
ting off:

Ensure that the lighting and the turn sig-
nal system are functioning properly.

Inspect the tyre inflation pressure.

Ensure that all the windows offer a good
visibility to the outside.

Safely attach the items of luggage - see
page 27.

Ensure that no objects can obstruct the
pedal.

Adjust the mirror, the front seat and the
head restraint to match your body size.

Point out to your occupants that the head
restraints must be adjusted to match their
body size.

Protect the children in suitable child
seats with correctly fastened seat belts -
see page 111.

Adopt the correct seated position. Also
inform your occupants to adopt the correct
seated position.

Fasten the seat belt correctly. Also in-
form your occupants to properly fasten the
seat belts - see page 98.
What influences the driving safety?The driving safety is primarily deter-
mined by the style of driving and the
personal behaviour of all the occupants.
The driver is fully responsible for himself
and his occupants. If your driving safety is
effected, you place yourself and the oncom-
ing traffic at risk. Please refer to the follow-
ing guidelines.

Do not get distracted from concentrat-
ing on the traffic situation, e.g. by your oc-
cupants or mobile phone calls.

Never drive when your driving ability is
impaired, e.g. through medication, alcohol,
drugs.

Keep to the traffic regulations and the
permissible speed limit.

Adjust the driving speed at all times to
the road condition as well as to the traffic
and weather conditions.

Take regular breaks on long journeys -
at the latest every two hours.
Correct seated position for the driverCorrect seated position for the driver is
important for safe and relaxed driving.
For your own safety as well as to reduce
the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
we recommend the following setting.

Adjust the steering wheel so that the dis-
tance between the steering wheel and your
chest is at least 25 cm - see illustration.

Position the driver seat in the forward/
back direction so that you are able to press
the pedals with your legs at a slight angle.Correct seated position

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SAFETY

Adjust the backrest so that you are able
to reach the highest point of the steering
wheel with your arms at a slight angle.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top
edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head - see
illustration.

Fasten the seat belt correctly - see page
100.
Driver seat adjustment - see page 19. Warning


The front seats and the head re-
straints must always be adjusted to
match the body size of the seat oc-
cupant. The seat belts must always
be correctly fastened in order to pro-
vide an optimal protection for you
and your occupants.


The driver must maintain a distance
of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel -
see illustration on page 94.
If you do not maintain this minimum
distance, the airbag system will not
be able to protect you - hazard!

When driving, hold the steering
wheel with both hands firmly on the
outer edge in the 9 o’clock and 3
o’clock position.
Never hold the steering wheel firmly
in the 12 o’clock position or in an-
other way (e.g. in the middle of the
steering wheel or at the inner steer-
ing wheel edge).

When driving, the backrests must
not be angled too far back, otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the
seat belts and of the airbag system -
risk of injury!
Correct seated position for the
front passengerThe front passenger must maintain a
distance of at least 25 cm from the dash
panel so that the airbag offers the great-
est possible safety when an airbag is
deployed.
For the safety of the front passenger and
to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
an accident, we recommend the following
setting:

Adjust the front passenger seat as far
as possible to the rear.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top
edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head - see
illustration on page 95.

Fasten the seat belt correctly - see page
100.
In exceptional cases the front passenger
airbag can be deactivated - see page 107.
Front passenger seat adjustment - see
page 19.