tow SKODA OCTAVIA TOUR 2009 1.G / (1U) Owner's Manual
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Contents
4Driving Tips
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Intelligent Technology
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Electronic stability programme (ESP)*  . . . . . . . . . .  Brakes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake booster  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Antilock brake system (ABS)*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake Assist*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving and the Environment
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The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards  . .  Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving in an economical and environmentally  conscious manner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Motoring abroad  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avoiding damage to your vehicle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To w i n g  a  t r a i l e r
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Towing a trailer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Detachable towing device* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Maintenance
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Taking care of your ve 
hicle and cleaning the  
vehicle
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Diesel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emergency release of fuel filler flap  . . . . . . . . . . . . Inspecting and replenishing
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Engine compartment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Engine oil  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake fluid  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windshield washer system  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wheels and Tyres
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Wheels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accessories, changes and replacement of partsAccessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical changes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vehicles of the group N1  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Breakdown assistance
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Breakdown assistance
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First-aid box*, Warning triangle* and bulb set* . . Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Spray for repairing a tyre*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tyre repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Spare wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jump-starting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tow-starting and towing vehicle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuses and light bulbs
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Electric fuses  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bulbs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Data
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Technical Data
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General information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Used abbreviations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Performances  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Identification details  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuel consumption according to the regulations  (99/100/EU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dimensions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.4 ltr./55 kW - EU4  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.6 ltr./75 kW - EU4/EU2 DDK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
1.8 ltr./110 kW - EU4/EU3D  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9 ltr./66 kW TDI - EU3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.9 ltr./74 kW TDI PD - EU4  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Octavia - Vehicles of the group N1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Octavia Combi - Vehicles of the group N1 . . . . . . .Index
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131 131 131 133134135135 137 137 138 138 142142143 144 144 146 147 147 147 147152 155 155 155156157 159 159 162165167 
168 172 173 173 179 179 179179 181 181 181 181182182182183183188189 192 192 195 201 201 201 201201201201 202 203204206 
208 210 212214214 215
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Warning lightsOverview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Fig. 31  Instrument cluster with warning lights
Turn signal lights (to the left)
⇒ page 28
Turn signal lights (to the right)
⇒page 28
Turn signal system fo
r vehicles towing a  
trailer*
⇒ page 28
Main beam light
⇒page 29
Low beam light
⇒page 29
Fog lights*
⇒page 29
Rear fog light
⇒page 29
Electronic immobiliser
⇒page 29
Bulbs*
⇒page 29
Control system for exhaust
⇒page 29
EPC fault light* (petrol engine)
⇒page 29
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
⇒page 30
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WARNING
•
If you do not pay attention to the wa
rning lights coming on and the corre- 
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body  injuries or major vehicle damage.•
The engine compartment of your car is 
 a hazardous area. There is a risk  
of injuries, scalding, accidents and  
fire when working in the engine  
compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenis 
hing oil and other fluids. It is also  
essential to obse 
rve all warnings 
⇒page 160.
Note
•
Arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model and model version.  
The symbols shown in the following function 
al description are to be found as indi- 
cator lights in the instrument cluster.•
Operational faults are shown in the inst 
rument cluster as red symbols (priority  
1 - danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).Turn signal system 
Either the left 
 or right 
 indicator light flashes depending on the position of the 
turn signal lever. The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails. This does  not apply when towing a trailer. Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the  turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash. Further information about the turn signal system  
⇒page 52.
Turn signal system for vehicles towing a trailer 
*
The warning light 
 flashes together with the other turn signal lights only if the  
vehicle is towing a trailer. The indicator light does not flash if a turn si 
gnal light on the trailer or on the vehicle  
is not operating.
Airbag system*
⇒ page 30
Coolant temperature/coolant level
⇒page 30
Brake pad wear*
⇒page 31
Fuel reserve
⇒page 31
Engine oil
⇒page 31
Open door*
⇒page 32
Fluid level in windshield washer system*
⇒page 31
Antilock brake system (ABS)*
⇒page 32
Traction control system (TCS)*
⇒page 33
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*
⇒page 33
Dynamo
⇒page 34
Brake system
⇒page 34
Seat belt warning light*
⇒page 34
WARNING (continued)
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Lights and Visibility
50
•
The switching on of the described lights
 should only be undertaken in accord- 
ance with the legal requirements.•
If a fault occurs in the light switch 
, the low beam comes on automatically
•
In the event of cool or humid weather co
nditions, the headligh
ts can be misted  
up from inside. 
− The temperature difference between interior and external area of the head- light lenses is decisive. − When the driving lights are switched on
, the light outlet surfaces are free  
from mist after a short period. The headlight lenses can possibly mist up at the  border areas. − It also concerns reverse light and turn signal lights. − This mist has no influence on th
e life of the lighting system.
Fog lights* 
Switching on the fog lights – First of all turn the light switch into position 
 or 
  ⇒
fig. 46
. 
– Pull the light switch into position  .If the fog lights are switched on, the symbol 
 next to the light switch is more  
brightly illuminated as well as the warning light in the instrument cluster ⇒ page 29.
Rear fog light 
Switching on the rear fog light – First of all turn the light switch into position 
 or 
  ⇒
fig. 46
. 
– Pull the switch into position  .If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights*,  
the rear fog light is switched on by turning  
the light switch to the position 
 and is pulled out directly to the position  . This  
switch does not have two positions, but only one position. The rear fog light warning light 
  ⇒page 27 lights up in the instrument cluster  
when the fog light is switched off. Only the rear fog light of the trailer ligh 
ts up automatically when you are towing a  
trailer  
using a factory-fitted towing device
 which is fitted with the rear fog light. 
The rear fog light is located in the rear light array on the driver's side.
Caution
The rear fog light should only be switched 
 on if visibility is particularly poor  
(conform with any varying legal provisions) to avoid dazzling vehicles behind your  vehicle.
Fig. 46  Dash panel: Light  switch
A1
A2
A2
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Lights and Visibility
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
VisibilityRear window heater– You can switch the rear window heater on or off by pressing the switch 
 ⇒
fig. 53
 - the indicator light in the 
switch comes on or goes out.
You can only activate the rear window he
ater when the ignition is switched on. 
On vehicles with electrically operated power windows, the exterior mirror heater is  also switched on at the same time when 
 the rear window heater is activated.
For the sake of the environment
As soon as the window is de-iced or free from mist, the heating should be switched  off. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel  economy  
⇒page 141, “Saving electricity”.
Sun visorsThe sun visors can be pulled out of the fixtures and swiveled towards the side  window. The visor above the interior mirror* can only be folded down.  
⇒fig. 54
. 
Sun visors with lighting* After folding down the visor, the lighting for the vanity mirror is switched on.
Fig. 53  Switch for rear  window heater
Fig. 54  Sun visor: swivelling out
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Windshield wiper and wash systemWindshield wiper You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash  using the windscreen wiper lever.The windscreen wiper lever  
⇒
fig. 55
 has the following positions: 
Finger-operated wiping – If you wish to wipe the windscreen only  
briefly
, push the lever into the  
sprung position  . 
Intermittent wiping – Position the lever up into position  . – Set with the switch   the desired break between the individual wiper  
strokes 
Slow wipe – Position the lever up into position  . 
Fast wipe – Position the lever up into position  . Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen – Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned  
position  , the windscreen wiper and wash system will operate immediately. 
– Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper  
continues for another 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the windscreen). 
Rain sensor* – Move the lever into position  . – You can set the sensitivity of the  
sensor individually with switch  . 
– After switching off the ignition, you must then once again activate the  
sensor by moving the lever into po 
sition  , and then back into posi- 
tion . 
Wiping the rear window pane* – Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position   - the  
widescreen wiper will operate every 6 seconds. 
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window pane* – Push the lever away from the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned  
position  , the windscreen wiper and wash system will operate. As long as you hold the lever in this position, the wiper and the wash system operate - spring-tensioned position. 
– Letting go of the lever will cause th 
e windscreen wash system to stop  
and the wiper to continue for anothe 
r 1 - 3 wiper strokes (depending  
on the period of spraying of the windscreen).  
The lever will stay in  
position after releasing it 
 .
Fig. 55  Windscreen wiper  lever
A4
A1
AA
A2
A3
A5
A1
AA
A0
A1
A6
A7
A6
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Seats and Storage
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data 
You can use the mounts which can be fitted  
in the openings in the body (Octavia)  
⇒ page 68, fig. 69
 or the mounts for fixing nets (Combi) 
⇒fig. 70
, the eyes are  
located on the luggage compartment floor. You can also attach a floor fixing net*  
to these eyes for lashing small objects. 
The floor fixing net* together with the  
installation instruction are stowed in a  
container under the floor covering of the luggage compartment behind the spare  wheel.
WARNING
•
The load to be transported must be fi 
xed in place in such a way that it  
cannot move during the journey and when braking.•
If the items of luggage or objects are  
attached to the lashing eyes with  
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps,  
injuries can occur in the event of  
braking manoeuvres or ac 
cidents. In order to prevent the items of luggage  
being thrown forward, always use suitable lashing straps which are firmly  attached to the lashing eyes.
Fixing nets - Net programme Octavia*Fixing examples of the fixing ne 
t as double horizontal pocket 
⇒fig. 71
 and floor net  
⇒ fig. 72
. 
The fixing net and the installation instru 
ction are located in 
a container under the  
floor covering of the luggage compartment behind the spare wheel.
WARNING
The whole strength of the net makes it possible to load the pocket with objects of up to 1,5 kg in weight. Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury and net damage!
Fig. 70  Luggage compart- ment: Lashing eyes (Combi)
Fig. 71  Fixing net: Double horizontal pocketFig. 72  Fixing net: double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net
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Seats and Storage
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Luggage compartment cover (Octavia) You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the head  restraints for storing  
light and soft items.
The luggage compartment cover can be 
removed as required if one must  
transport bulky goods. – Unhook the support stra 
ps on the boot lid   
⇒
fig. 76
. 
– Place the cover in the horizontal position. – Pull the cover out of the holder   horizontally to the rear.– Install again by pushing the luggage 
 compartment cover forwards into  
the holder   and hanging the suppo 
rt straps   on the boot lid.
You can stow the removed luggage compartment cover behind the rear seat back- rest.
WARNING
No objects should be placed on the  
luggage compartment cover, the vehicle  
occupants could be endangered if th 
ere is sudden braking or the vehicle  
collides with something.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not  damaged as a result of obje 
cts placed in this area.
Note
Opening the tailgate also lifts up the luggage compartment cover.Foldable luggage compartment cover (Combi)Pulling out – Pull the foldable luggage compartment cover in direction of arrow  
⇒ 
fig. 77
. 
– Hang the luggage compartment cover in the recesses on the side of  
the luggage compartment. 
Folding – Pull the foldable cover out of the recesses, the cover is folded up.
Fig. 76  Removing the  luggage compartment coverA1
A2
A2
A1
Fig. 77  Luggage compart-ment: removing the foldable luggage compartment cover
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
– Fold open the loading floor. – Lock the loading floor by turning  
the locking bolts   by approx. 90°  
to the right.
WARNING
Pay attention when installing that the  
carrier rails and the variable loading  
floor are correctly fixed, otherw 
ise the occupant
s are at risk.
Divide the luggage compartmen
t with variable loading floor*
The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor. – Lift up a part of the loading floor with the handle and secure it by  
moving it into the grooves  
⇒
fig. 80
.
Net partition (Combi)*Use the net partition behind the rear seatsThe net partition can either be insta
lled behind the rear seats or behind  
the front seats. Before using the net partition, remove the foldable cover ⇒ 
page 71. 
Pulling out – Pull the net partition out of the hous 
ing   at an angle of about 45° in  
direction of the boot lid at the loop  . 
– Insert the cross rod into the mount   first on the one side and push  
the cross rod forward. 
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the vehicle,  
mount . 
Folding – Push the cross rod first of all on the one side and then on the other  
side towards the rear. 
– Take the cross rod out of the mounts  .
AA
Fig. 80  Divide the luggage  compartment
Fig. 81  Pull out net partition
AB
AAAC
AC
AC
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– Roll the net partition at an angle of 
 approx. 45° towards the boot lid in  
the housing  ,  
so that it does not roll up automatically
.
WARNING
•
First check for yourself that the cros
s road is inserted into the mounts    
in the front position!Use the net partition behind the front seatsPulling out – Fold the rear seats forwards  
⇒
page 65 
– Pull the net partiton net at the plate   out of the housing    
⇒ 
fig. 82
. 
– Insert the cross rod into the mount   first on the one side and push  
the cross rod forward. 
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the vehicle,  
mount . 
Folding – Pull the cross rod back slightly, first on the one side then on the other  
side and take the cross rod out of the mount    
⇒
fig. 83
. 
– 
Hold
 the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll up  
slowily and without damage into housing  . 
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
WARNING
•
The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding  
back the seat cushions and the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.•
The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no  
objects in the luggage compartment ca 
n slide into the passenger compart- 
ment if there is sudden braking - risk of injury!•
First check for yourself that the cross  
road is inserted into the mounts    
in the front position!
AB
AC
Fig. 82  Pull out net partitionFig. 83  Roll up net partition
AA
AB
AC
AC
AC
AB
AC
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