SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR 2009 1.G / (1U) Owners Manual

Heating and air conditioning system
90during the cold season of the year - in order to remove such odours. Also open a
window for a short time.•
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating air
mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from the inte-
rior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air conditioning system.
This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through co
nsiderable effort and expense (replace-
ment of compressor).
•
The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the luggage
compartment.
•
Using the cooling economically ⇒page 88.
Overview of the control elements
The controls enable a separate setting of the temperature for the left and right side.The buttons
Defrosting the windscreen
Display Display of blower stages
When switching off the automatic air co nditioning with the button 11, the
outside temperature now indicates OFF, other information is not indicated.
Defrosting the windscreen
Recirculated air mode

Direction of air flow Display of selected inside temperature, here:
+22 °C
AUTO (automatic mode), ECON (AC compressor switched off) or OFF
(Climatronic switched off)
The buttons Automatic mode
Recirculated air mode
Lower blower speed and button for switch ing off the air conditioning system
“OFF”
Higher blower speed and button for switching on the air conditioning system
Air flow to head
Fig. 102 Climatronic: Control elements
A1

A2A3A4A5A6
A7A8A9
AUTO
A10

A11A12A13
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Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Air flow in the footwell
Decreasing the temperature
Increasing the temperature
(AC compressor switched off, i.e the cooling system)
Interior temperature sensor (on le ft-hand steering models) and (on
right-hand steering models).
Note
Do not glue or cover over the sensor, ot herwise it could have an unfavourable
effect on the Climatronic.Automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in orde r to maintain a constant temper-
ature and to demist the windows in the interior of the car.Switching automatic mode on
– Set a temperature between +18°C (17.78°C) and +29°C (28.89°C).
– Move the air outlet vents 3 and 4 ⇒ page 83, fig. 99 so that the air flow
is directed slightly upwards.
– Press the button - the warning light lights up in the button.The automatic mode is switched off by pr essing the button for the air distribution
or increasing or decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is nevertheless
regulated.ECON mode
The cooling system is switched off in the ECON mode - heating and
ventilation are regulated automatically.Switching ECON mode on
– Press the button - the warning light lights up in the button. – Set a temperature between +18°
C (17.78°C) and +29°C (28.89°C).
Recirculated air mode in ECON mode
– First of all press the button - the warning light lights up in the button.
– Then press the button - the warning light lights up in the button.
ECON mode operates only within the control temperature range from +18°C
(17.78°C) up to +29°C (28.89°C).
The ECON mode is switched off when pressing button or .
Please note that, in the ECON mode, the in terior temperature cannot be lower than
the outside temperature. The interior is not cooled and the air is not dehumidified.
If you select the temperature below +18°C (17.78°C), LO appears in the display. If
you select a temperature higher than + 29°C (28.89°C), HI appears in the display.
In the position LO the recirculated air is not warmed up. In the HI position, the
system operates continuously with maximum heating capacity.
Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode ⇒page 92.Defrosting windscreenDefrosting windscreen - switching on
–Press the button ⇒page 90, fig. 102 .
Defrosting windscreen - switching off
– Once again press the button or the button .The temperature control is controlled auto matically. More air flows out of the air
outlet vents 1 and 2.
A14A15A16A17
ECON
A18
A18a
A18b
AUTOECON

ECON




AUTO
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92Recirculated air mode
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle
and then fed back into the interior.Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from
getting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or
when standing in a traffic jam.
Switching recirculated air mode on
– Press the button - the warning light lights up in the button.
Switching recirculated air mode off
– Press again the button or the button - the warning light in
the button goes out.
WARNING
You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time,
as “stale” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your
attention and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an acci-
dent increases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows
begin misting up.
Note
If the windscreen mists up, press the button ⇒page 90, fig. 102 . After the
windscreen has been demisted, press the button .Setting temperatureYou can set the interior temperature randomly with the buttons and .
You can set the interior temperature between +18°C (64°F) and +29°C (28.89°C).
The interior temperature is regulated automa tically within this range. If you select
the temperature below +18°C (17.78°C), “LO” appears in the display. If you select
the temperature higher than +29°C (28.89°C), “HI” appears in the display. In both
limit positions the Climatronic operates at maximum cooling or heating capacity,
respectively. The temperature is not controlled in this case.
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (in particular at the
leg area) and large differences in temperature, for example when getting out of the
vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons.Controlling blower
There are a total of six blower stages available.The Climatronic system controls the bl ower stages automatically in line
with the interior temperature. You can also, however, adapt the blower
stages manually to suit your particular needs.
– Press the button or ⇒page 90, fig. 102 in order to decrease or
increase the speed.Switch off the blowers, the Climatronic is switched off and in the display shows
OFF .
The set blower speed is indicated by the lighting up of the respective number of
bars at the point .
WARNING
•
“Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce
attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an
accident increases.
•
Do not switch the Climatronic syst em off for longer than necessary.
•
Switch the Climatronic system on as soon as the windows mist up.


AUTO

A1AUTO
A15
A16
A11
A12
A2
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Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Operational problemsIf all the symbols on the display of the automatic air conditioning system flash for
approx. 15 seconds after switching on the igni tion, then there is a fault in the system
- visit a specialist garage.
If the cooling system does not operate, the following faults may exist:•
the outside temperature is lower than +5°C,
•
The compressor of the automatic air conditioning system was temporarily
switched off due to a too high temperature of the coolant,
•
a blown fuse.
Check the fuse, replace it if necessary ⇒page 194. If a blown fuse is not the source
of the fault, switch the Climatronic off and have it checked.
If the cooling capacity decreases, switch the Climatronic off and have it checked.
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94Starting-off and DrivingSetting steering wheel positionYou can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering
wheel to the desired position.
– Adjust the driver seat ⇒page 60.
– Pull the lever below the steering column ⇒fig. 103 down ⇒.
– Set the steering wheel to the desired position concerning height and
forward/back position . – Then push the lever up against the
steering column until it locks into
place.
WARNING
•
You must not adjust the steering wh eel when the vehicle is moving!
•
The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering
wheel ⇒fig. 104 . Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the
airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
•
For s afe ty re a so ns t he le ve r m ust al wa y s b e fi rm ly pus he d up to a voi d the
steering wheel alteri ng its position unintentionally when driving - risk of
accident!
•
If you adjust the steer ing wheel further towards the head, you will
reduce the protection offered by the driver airbag in the event of an acci-
dent. Check that the steering wh eel is aligned to the chest.
•
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 another way (e.g. in the middle
of the steering wheel or at the inner steering wheel edge). In such cases,
injuries to the arms, the hands and the head can occur when the driver
airbag is deployed.
Fig. 103 Adjustable steering
wheel: Lever below steering
columnFig. 104 Safe distance to
steering wheel
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Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Ignition lockPetrol engines
- ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can be locked.
- ignition switched on
- start engine
Diesel engines - interruption of fuel supply, ignition switched off, engine off, the steering can
be locked.
- heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on•
You should not switch on any major elec trical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle batter y will be drained unnecessarily.
- start engine
Applies to all models:
Position
To lock the steering , with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel until
the steering locking pin is heard to engage. You should always lock the steering as
a general rule if you leave your vehicle. This acts as a deterrent against possible theft
of your vehicle ⇒.
Position Move the steering wheel back and forward a little if the ignition key cannot, or
cannot easily be turned into
this position, in order to release the steering lock.
Position
The engine is started in this position. At the same time switched on low beam or
main beam or other electrical compon ents with major power consumption are
briefly switched off. The ignition key moves back into position when one
releases the key.
The ignition key must be turned back into position each time before starting the
engine again. The starter repeat lock in th e ignition lock prevents the starter being
engaged when the engine is running and thus getting damaged.
WARNING
•
When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position (igni-
tion switched on) without the engine running. This position is indicated by
the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, it could result in unex-
pected locking of the steering wheel - risk of accident!
•
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the lock until the car has come to
a stop. The steering lock can engage immediately - risk of accident!
•
Always withdraw the ignition key if you are going to leave the vehicle,
even for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the
vehicle. The children might otherwise star t the engine or switch on electrical
equipment (e.g. power windows) - risk of accident or injury!
Starting the engineGeneral
You can only start the engine only using an original ignition key.•
Place the gearshift lever into neutral and put on the handbrake firmly before
starting the engine.
•
The clutch pedal should be fully depressed when starting the engine which
means that the starter only has to crank the engine.
Fig. 105 Ignition lock posi-
tions
A1A2A3A1A2A3
A1A2
A3
A2
A1
A2
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96•
Let go of the key as soon as the engine starts otherwise there may be damage
to the starter.
The engine running noises ma y louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine until oil pressure can be built up in the hydraulic valve
clearance compensation. This is quite no rmal and is not an operating problem.
If the engine does not start ...
You can use the battery of anothe r vehicle as a jump-start aid ⇒page 190.
It is only possible to tow-start vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox. The tow-
starting distance must not be more than 50 metres ⇒page 193.
WARNING
•
Never run the engine in non ventilat ed or enclosed areas. The exhaust
gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon
monoxide a poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause uncon-
sciousness and death.
•
Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.Caution
•
The starter may only be operated (ignition key position ), if the engine is not
running. If the starter is immediately operated after switching off the engine, the
starter or the engine can be damaged.
•
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttl e and high engine loads as long as the
engine has not yet reached its normal oper ating temperature - risk of damaging the
engine!
•
Vehicles which are fitted with an exhaust gas catalyti c converter should not be
tow-started over a distance of more than 50 metres.For the sake of the environment
Never warm up the engine when the vehi cle is standing. Drive off right away.
Through this the engine reaches its operating temperature more rapidly and the
pollutant emissions are lower.
Petrol enginesThese engines are fitted with a starter system which selects the correct fuel/air
mixture for every external air temperature.•
Do not depress accelerator before and when starting engine.
•
Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
•
It is possible that the fuse on the electrical fuel pump is defect if the engine still
does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary ⇒page 194.
•
Contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain professional assistance.
It may be necessary, if the engine is very hot, to slightly depress the accelerator
after the engine has started.
Diesel enginesGlow plug system
Diesel engines are equipped with a glow plug system, the preglow period being
controlled automatically in line with the coolant temperature and outside temper-
ature.
The preglow indicator light
 comes on after the igniti on has been switched on.
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
•
You should start the engine immediately after the glow plug warning light

has gone out.
•
The glow plug warning light will come on for about one second if the engine is
at a normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5°C.
This means that you can start the engine right away.
•
Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
•
It is possible that the fuse on the dies el preglow system is defect if the engine
still does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary ⇒page 194.
•
Contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain professional assistance.
A3
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Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Starting the engine after the fuel tank has run dry
It may take longer than normal to start the
engine after refuelling if the fuel tank has
run completely dry - up to one minute. This is because the fuel system must first of
all be filled while the attempting to start the engine.
Switching off the engine– The engine can be switched off by turning the ignition key from posi- tion into ⇒page 95, fig. 105 .
WARNING
•
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of acci-
dent!
•
The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. Greater
physical effort for braking is required when engine is switched off. Because
if you do not stop as normal, this can cause an accident and severe injuries.Caution
you should not switch the engine off right away at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated for a lengthy period at high loads but should be allowed
it to run at idling speed for about 2 minutes . This prevents any accumulation of heat
when the engine is switched off.
Note
•
The radiator fan may continue running fo r a further 10 minutes or so after the
engine and the ignition have been switched off. The coolant fan may, however, also
switch on again after some time if the coolant temperature rises because of an
accumulation of heat in the engine or if the engine is warm and the engine
compartment is additionally heated by strong sunlight.
•
This is why particular care is required when carrying out any work in the engine
compartment ⇒page 162, “Working in the engine compartment”.
ShiftingShift into reverse only when the car is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold
it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to avoid
any shift noises.
The reversing lights will come on once re verse gear is engaged, provided the igni-
tion is on.
WARNING
Never engage the reverse gear when driving - risk of accident!
Note
•
One should not lay the hand on the shift lever while driving the vehicle. The
pressure of the hand will be transferred to the gearshift forks in the gearbox. This
can, over a period of time, lead to early wear of the gearshift forks.
•
Depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gears, in order to avoid unneces-
sary wear and damage.
A1
Fig. 106 Shift pattern on
models fitted with 5-speed
manual gearbox
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98HandbrakeApplying the handbrake
– Pull the handbrake lever up fully.
Releasing the handbrake
– Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time press in the
locking button ⇒fig. 107 .
– Hold the button pressed and push the handbrake lever down fully ⇒ .The handbrake warning light
 lights up when the handbrake is applied, provided
the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds and the following text appears in the display* if you have
inadvertently driven off with the handbrake applied:
HANDBRAKE ON
The handbrake warning is activated if you drive at a speed of more than 6 km/h for
more than 3 seconds.
WARNING
•
Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake
which is only partially released can re sult in the rear brakes overheating
which will have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system - risk
of accident! In addition this can result in premature wear of the rear brake
pads.
•
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. The children might, for
example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The vehicle
might then move off - risk of accident!Caution
After the vehicle has come to a stop, first of all apply the handbrake and then addi-
tionally engage the first gear.Rear parking aid*The parking aid provides a warning of obstacles behind the vehicle.The audible parking aid determines the di stance between the rear bumper and an
obstacle located behind the vehicle with the aid of ultrasound sensors. The sensors
are integrated in the rear bumper.
Fig. 107 Centre console:
Handbrake
Fig. 108 Parking aid: Detec-
tion range of rear sensors
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Technical Data
Range of sensors
The clearance warning begins at a distance
of about 160 cm from the obstacle (area
⇒ page 98, fig. 108 ). The interval between the warning signals becomes shorter
as the clearance is reduced.
A continuous tone sounds from a distance of ap prox. 30 cm (area ) - danger
area. You should not reverse any further after this signal sounds!
Activating
The parking aid is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief acknowledgement signal.
Deactivating
The parking aid is deactivated by removing the reverse gear.
WARNING
•
The parking aid is not a substitute fo r the driver paying proper attention
and it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when parking the
vehicle or carrying out similar manoeuvres.
•
You should therefore satisfy yourself, before reversing, that there is no
small obstacle, such as a rock, thin po st, trailer drawbar etc., behind your
vehicle. Such an obstacle might not be within the range detected by the
sensors.Note
•
The parking aid does not operate if you are towing a trailer (applies to models
which feature a factory-fitted towing device*).
•
If a warning signal sounds for about 3 se conds after switching the ignition on
and engaging reverse gear, and there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates
a system fault. Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop.
•
The sensors must be kept clean and free of ice to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
Cruise control system (CCS)*IntroductionThe cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h
(20 mph), once it has been set, without yo u having to depress the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range wh ich is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine. The cruise co ntrol system makes it possible - particu-
larly on long journeys - for you to rest your “accelerator foot”.
WARNING
•
The cruise control system must not, for safety reasons, be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads or
loose chippings) - risk of accident!
•
In order to prevent unintentional use of the cruise control system,
always switch off the system after use.Note
•
Models fitted with a manual gearbox: Always depress the clutch pedal if you
switch on the cruise control system when the gearbox is in Neutral. Otherwise the
engine can rev up unintentionally.
•
The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
on steep downhill sections. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which
it travels. One should shift down in good time to a lower gear or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake.
AA
AB
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