Skoda Octavia (2019 year). Manual — part 17
▶
Open the doors and the boot lid to ventilate the vehicle sufficiently.
▶
Do not continue to drive if the odour persists.
▶
If it is not possible to drive a vehicle with a gas leak out of an enclosed area
(e.g. tunnel, underpass, garage, ferry etc.), call the emergency services imme-
diately.
Seek help from a specialist garage to correct the gas system fault.
In a traffic accident
If a gas leak is suspected in a traffic accident, proceed as follows.
▶
Switch off the ignition.
▶
Extinguish cigarettes, switch off spark-producing or incendiary items and re-
move them from the vehicle.
▶
Have all the occupants get out.
▶
Keep all persons away from the vehicle. We recommend standing at least 10
metres from the vehicle.
▶
Inform the emergency services that it is a natural gas vehicle.
Regular gas system checks
Regular gas system checks must be carried out in a specialist workshop on
natural gas-powered vehicles. The vehicle owner is responsible for ensuring
tests are conducted properly.
Every 2 years
▶
Check the filler cap.
▶
Check the condition of fuel filler tubes and the sealing ring in the fuel filler
tubes, and clean the sealing ring if necessary.
▶
Check the gas system for leaks and carry out an examination of gas contain-
ers.
Every 20 years
▶
Replace the gas tank.
WARNING
■
Do not underestimate the smell of gas in the car or when refuelling - risk
of fire, explosion and injury.
■
The natural gas tanks in the vehicle must not be exposed to unwanted
heat sources.
CAUTION
In the event of contact between the vehicle underbody and an obstacle or in
the event of an accident, the gas container may become damaged. If this is the
case, have the vehicle checked by a specialist garage immediately. If you smell
gas,
stop driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a special-
ist garage.
AdBlue
®
and its refilling
Introduction
In order to reduce pollutant emissions from vehicles with diesel engines and
the SCR catalyst, a urea - AdBlue
®
solution is injected into the exhaust system.
Only use AdBlue
®
that corresponds to ISO 22241-1 standard. Do not add addi-
tives to AdBlue
®
.
The AdBlue
®
-consumption depends on driving style, the operating tempera-
ture of the system and on the weather conditions.
The AdBlue
®
-tank filling is about 12 litres.
WARNING
AdBlue
®
can cause skin, eye and respiratory irritation. If your eyes or skin
come into contact with the AdBlue
®
fluid, immediately wash the affected
area with water. Seek medical assistance if required.
CAUTION
AdBlue
®
attacks the surface of some materials (e.g. as painted parts, plastics,
fabrics). Clean the areas affected with AdBlue
®
using a damp cloth and plenty
of cold water. Remove any dried AdBlue
®
with warm water and a sponge.
Note
■
The AdBlue
®
solution freezes at a temperature of -11° C and lower. The sys-
tem has an automatic heater to ensure the operability at low temperatures.
■
We recommend purchasing AdBlue
®
refill bottles from the ŠKODA original
parts.
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■
The working life of the AdBlue
®
solution is 4 years. If the tank contents are
not used within this period, then this is to be replaced by a specialist garage.
When topping up, do not use AdBlue
®
for which the shelf life has expired.
■
AdBlue
®
is a registered trademark of the VDA. AdBlue
®
is also known as AUS
32 (Aqueous Urea Solution) or DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid).
Check level
Read and observe and on page 269 first.
The AdBlue
®
level is automatically monitored.
The driving distance that can be driven with the existing AdBlue
®
Tank capacity
as well as indication of the minimum and maximum AdBlue
®
- Refill quantity,
can be displayed using the driving data
.
If the available travel distance that can be completed with the remaining AdBl-
ue
®
tank capacity drops to about 2400 km, the warning appears on the in-
strument cluster and a request for replenishment of AdBlue
®
appears.
If the available travel distance that can be driven with the existing AdBlue
®
-
tank capacity drops down to 0 km, then no motor start is possible. In this
case, if possible, top up AdBlue
®
to the maximum fill level.
AdBlue
®
Refill
Fig. 315 Open fuel filler flap / unscrew tank cap / place the tank cap on
the fuel filler flap
Read and observe and on page 269 first.
AdBlue
®
You can even top up using a fuel nozzle at a petrol station or a refill
bottle, if necessary at a specialist garage.
We recommend when refilling using refill bottles that you use refill bottles
from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
When adding AdBlue
®
take note of the minimum and maximum AdBlue
®
tank
capacity shown in the display of the instrument cluster together with warning
light .
Refill AdBlue
®
under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The ignition is switched off.
Refilling
›
Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow
1
and open it in the direc-
tion of arrow
2
.
›
Unscrew the tank cap in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the tank cap and place in the recess on top of the fuel filler flap in
the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Refill AdBlue
®
in the neck
A
by means of a refill or a fuel nozzle refill (follow
the instructions on the container or the instructions of the petrol station op-
erator).
The AdBlue
®
- tank is full when no AdBlue
®
flows from the refill bottle or as
soon as the correctly operated pump cuts out for the first time. Do not contin-
ue refilling AdBlue
®
.
›
After refilling AdBlue
®
put the cap on the fuel filler neck and turn in the oppo-
site direction of the arrow
3
until it engages.
›
Close the fuel filler flap until it clicks into place.
Before continuing your journey, switch on just the ignition for 30 s so that
the refilling can be recognized by the system. Only then start the engine.
CAUTION
When refilling AdBlue
®
Do not exceed the maximum refill quantity specified in
the instrument cluster - there is a risk of damage to the AdBlue
®
systems.
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Engine compartment
Introduction
WARNING
Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a cov-
er) – risk of fire!
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, the following instructions must
be observed - risk of injury or fire. The engine compartment of your car is a
hazardous area!
WARNING
Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment
■
Stop the engine and remove the ignition key, on vehicles with the KESSY
system, open the driver's door.
■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
For vehicles with automatic transmission, place the selector lever in the P
position.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant flowing out of the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until the steam or coolant has
stopped escaping.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine room
■
Keep everyone away from the engine compartment.
■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
■
Never touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan suddenly switch on approx.
10 minutes after switching off the ignition!
■
Do not smoke or use open flames in the vicinity of the engine.
■
Do not leave any items (e.g. cloths or tools) in the engine compartment.
This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
■
Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.
WARNING
Information for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning
■
If it is necessary to work on the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning, then observe the rotating engine parts and electrical plants - it can
be fatal!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
CAUTION
Refill only operating fluids of the correct specification - danger of damaging
the vehicle!
Note
■
Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA
Original Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.
■
We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.
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Open the bonnet and close
Fig. 316 Opening the bonnet
Read and observe and on page 271 first.
Open flap
›
Make sure that the windscreen wiper arms are not folded away from the
windscreen - there is a risk of damage to the bonnet.
›
Open the front door and pull the release lever below the dash panel in the
direction of arrow
1
›
Press the release lever in the direction of arrow
2
and the bonnet will be un-
locked.
›
Raise the bonnet in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Remove the lid prop in the direction of arrow
4
from the holder.
›
Secure the open flap inserting the end of the post into the opening in the di-
rection of arrow
5
.
Close the bonnet lid
›
Lift the bonnet.
›
Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it.
›
From around 20 cm, lightly push the bonnet lid closed until it securely engag-
es.
If the bonnet lid is not properly closed, the display of the instrument cluster
will show this.
WARNING
■
Never drive if the bonnet is open - could cause an accident!
■
Make sure that when closing the engine compartment lid, no body parts
are crushed - there is danger of injury!
CAUTION
When closing the bonnet “do not press down” - there is a risk of damaging the
bonnet.
Engine compartment overview
Fig. 317 Arrangement example in the engine compartment
Read and observe and on page 271 first.
Coolant expansion tank
Engine oil dipstick
Engine oil filler opening
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
A
B
C
D
E
F
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Windscreen washer fluid
Fig. 318
Windscreen washer fluid reser-
voir
Read and observe and on page 271 first.
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir
A
is located in the engine compart-
ment
The capacity of the reservoir is 3 litres, or 4.7 litres in vehicles with the head-
light cleaning system (in some countries, the reservoir capacity is 4.7 litres for
both variants).
Use a suitable windscreen washer fluid in accordance with the current or ex-
pected weather conditions. We recommend that you use accessories from
ŠKODA Original Accessories.
CAUTION
■
Only use liquids that do not attack polycarbonates - otherwise there is a risk
of damage to the headlights.
■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when
replenishing it with liquid otherwise the liquid transportation system can be-
come contaminated, which can cause the windscreen washer system to mal-
function.
Engine oil
Specification
To find out which type of engine oil you can use for your vehicle, contact a
specialist garage.
If this oil is not available, other oils can also be refilled. To prevent engine dam-
age, a maximum of 0.5 l of engine oil with the following specifications may be
used until the next oil change:
▶
Petrol engines: VW 504 00, VW 502 00, VW 508 00, ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or
API SN, (API SM);
▶
Diesel engines: VW 507 00, ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines without a diesel
particulate filter.
Check and refill
Fig. 319 Dipstick variants
Depending on the driving style and operating conditions, the engine uses some
oil (up to 0.5 l / 1 000 km). Consumption may be slightly higher than this dur-
ing the first 5 000 km.
Have the oil change carried out by a specialist garage during the inspection.
Check the oil under the following conditions and refill.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
Checking the level
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
›
Push the dipstick to the stop and pull out again.
›
Read the oil level and push in the dipstick.
The oil level must be in range
A
. If the oil level is below the range
A
, refill the oil.
Refilling
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening
C
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›
Add oil of the correct specification in increments of 0.5 litres
.
›
Check the oil level.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
WARNING
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment
.
CAUTION
■
The oil level must never fall outside range
A
- otherwise there is a
risk of damaging the engine and the exhaust system.
■
If it is not possible to top up the engine oil or if the oil level is above range
A
,
stop driving! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist ga-
rage.
■
Do not add additives to the engine oil - risk of engine damage.
Note
■
An engine oil level which is too low is indicated in the instrument cluster by
the warning light and a corresponding message
recommend that you check the oil level regularly using the dipstick.
■
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Coolant
Introduction
The coolant cools the engine and consists of water and coolant additive (with
additives that protect the cooling system against corrosion and prevents fur-
ring).
The coolant additive level in the coolant must between 40 and 60 %.
The correct mixing ratio of water and coolant additive should be checked if
necessary by a specialist garage or corrected if necessary.
WARNING
■
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment
.
■
Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding or
injury from being splashed with coolant!
WARNING (Continued)
■
To protect against coolant splashes, cover the cap with a cloth when
opening.
■
Coolant and coolant fumes are harmful - avoid contact with the coolant.
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the coolant, immediately wash
the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water and seek medi-
cal advice if required.
CAUTION
Do not cover the radiator or fit any parts (e.g. auxiliary lights) in front of the air
intakes - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Checking and refilling
Fig. 320
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 274 first.
Check the coolant under the following conditions and refill.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is not warm (if the engine is warm, the test results could be in-
accurate).
The engine is turned off.
Check the coolant level - the coolant level must be between the marks
A
and
B
. If the coolant level is below the mark
B
, refill the coolant.
Refilling
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of coolant
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the cap
carefully.
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›
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
The specification of the coolant is shown on the coolant expansion reser-
voir
If no specified coolant is available, use only distilled or demineralised water and
have the mixing ratio of water and coolant additive corrected by a specialist
garage as soon as possible.
CAUTION
■
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
aerate - risk of damaging the engine!
Do not drive the vehicle! Switch off
the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
coolant could press out of the cooling system - there is a risk of damage to the
engine parts.
■
If it is not possible to add coolant,
stop driving! Switch off the engine and
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
A coolant additive which does not correspond to the correct specification
can reduce the anti-corrosion effect of the cooling system - there is a risk of
damage to the cooling system and the engine.
■
If water other than distilled (demineralised) water is used, then have the
coolant replaced by a specialist garage - there is a risk of engine damage.
■
A loss of coolant could be due to leaks in the cooling system - there is a risk
of engine damage. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist
garage.
Note
A coolant level which is too low is indicated in the instrument cluster by the
warning light and a corresponding message
. We still recommend
inspecting the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time.
Brake fluid
Fig. 321
Brake fluid reservoir
Check the brake fluid under the following conditions.
The vehicle is on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
Check brake fluid level - the brake fluid level must be between the markings
“MIN” and “MAX”
.
Specification - the brake fluid must comply with VW 501 14 standard (this
standard meets the requirements of FMVSS 116 DOT4).
The brake fluid change is carried out during the inspection.
WARNING
■
If the date of the brake fluid change is exceeded, steam bubbles could
form in the brake system during heavy braking. This can impair the efficien-
cy of the brakes – risk of accident!
■
The following instructions must be followed at all times when working on
the engine compartment
.
■
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the
fluid level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the
“MIN”
Do not continue driving - There is a risk of ac-
cident! Seek help from a specialist garage.
Note
A brake fluid level which is too low is indicated in the instrument cluster by the
warning light
and a corresponding message
. We therefore recom-
mend that you check the coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to
time.
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Vehicle battery
Introduction
The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for
the supply of electrical consumers in the car.
Automatic consumer shutdown - Discharge protection of the vehicle
battery
The on-board power supply tries as follows to avoid draining the vehicle bat-
tery when it is heavily loaded.
▶
By increasing the engine idle speed.
▶
By limiting the power of certain consumers.
▶
By switching off some loads(heated seats, heated rear window) for as long as
necessary.
Warning symbols on the vehicle battery
Symbol
Meaning
Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.
Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.
When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.
Keep children away from the vehicle battery.
WARNING
Battery acid is highly corrosive - risk of injury, irritation or poisoning! Corro-
sive vapours in the air irritate and damage the respiratory tract and the
eyes. The following guidelines must be observed.
■
Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling
the vehicle battery.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water.
Seek medical assistance if required.
WARNING (Continued)
■
Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-
pendent, especially children.
■
Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the
battery vent openings.
WARNING
When working on the car battery, there is the risk of explosion, fire, injury
or irritation! The following guidelines must be observed.
■
Avoid smoking, the use of open flames or light and any activities that
could cause sparks.
■
A discharged vehicle battery can freeze slightly. Never charge up a fro-
zen or thawed vehicle battery. Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
■
Never use a damaged vehicle battery – risk of explosion!
■
Do not connect the battery terminals with each other by bridging the two
poles of a short circuit.
CAUTION
Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork – risk
of damage to the paintwork.
Note
■
We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.
■
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
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Check condition
Fig. 322 Vehicle battery: Open the cover / acid level indicator
Read and observe and on page 276 first.
The battery condition is checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the
inspection service.
Check the acid level
For car batteries with acid level indicator, use the colouration of the display to
check the acid level. In vehicle batteries with the designation “AGM” there is
no acid level examination.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle battery may be provided with a cov-
er, this can be opened in the direction of arrow
- .
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. Therefore, carefully
knock on the display
- .
Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must
be replaced.
Battery discharge
Frequent short journeys will not sufficiently recharge the car battery.
The battery capacity decreases at low temperatures.
If the vehicle is not used for longer than 3 to 4 weeks, disconnect the negative
terminal or charge the battery constantly with a very low charging current.
Charging
Read and observe and on page 276 first.
Only charge the vehicle battery when the ignition and all consumers are
switched off.
Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer.
Charging
›
For vehicles with START-STOP system or auxiliary heating, connect the
terminal of the charger to the
pole of the battery, the terminal of the
charger to the earth point of the engine
›
For vehicles without START-STOP system or auxiliary heating, connect the
terminals of the charger to the corresponding battery poles (
to
. to
).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the
device.
›
After charging has been successful: Switch off the charger and remove the
mains cable from the power socket.
›
Disconnect the terminals of the charger from the vehicle battery.
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
WARNING
■
When charging the vehicle battery, hydrogen is released - risk of explo-
sion. An explosion can be caused from sparks or connection or releasing
the cable plug while the ignition is on.
■
The so-called “quick charging” of the vehicle battery is dangerous and re-
quires a special charger and specialist knowledge. Therefore, have “Quick
loading” carried out by a specialist garage.
Disconnect/reconnect and change
Read and observe and on page 276 first.
We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and the
same size as the original Battery.
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Connecting/disconnecting
›
To disconnect the battery, switch off the ignition and disconnect first the
negative terminal , and only after this the positive
.
›
To connect the battery, first connect the positive terminal
, and only after
this the negative terminal .
After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, the following func-
tions or devices are partially or completely inoperative.
Function / device
Operating measure
Power windows
Panorama sliding/tilting roof
Sun screen
Time settings
CAUTION
■
Disconnect the vehicle battery only with the ignition turned off - there is a
risk of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle.
■
Before disconnecting the battery, close the electric tailgate, all the windows,
the sliding / tilting roof and the electric sunshade - otherwise malfunctions of
equipment elements may occur.
■
Under no circumstances must the connection cables be connected incor-
rectly – risk of fire.
Note
After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, we recommend
having the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality
of all electrical systems is guaranteed.
Wheels
Wheels and tyres
Advice on tyre/wheel usage
New tyres, during the first 500 km, new tyres do not offer optimum grip and
appropriate care should therefore be taken when driving.
Always fit tyres with a greater profile depth on the front wheels.
Wheels and bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. We recom-
mend that you use wheel rims and wheel bolts from ŠKODA Original Accesso-
ries.
Always store wheels or tyresin a cool, dry and, where possible, dark place. The
tyres themselves should be stored standing.
Tyre life
Tyres age and lose their original characteristics, even if they are not being
used. Do not use tyres that are older than 6 years.
The manufacturing date is indicated on the tyre sidewall (possibly on the in-
side). E.g. DOT ... 10 18... means that the tyres were produced in the 10th week
of the year 2018.
Tyre damage
We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures,
cuts, splits and bulges, etc.) on a regular basis.
Remove any foreign objects in the tyre tread immediately (e.g. small stones).
Foreign bodies which have penetrated into the tyre (e.g. screws or nails)
should not be removed. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Installation of new tyres
Only fit radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and the same
tread pattern on one axle on all 4 wheels.
When mounting new tires the tires have to be replaced axle by axle.
Unidirectional tyres
Some tires may be directional. The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked
by arrows on the wall of the tyre.
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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 damaged tyres or tyres that are older than 6 years old – risk of
accident.
CAUTION
■
The tyres must be protected from contact with substances such as oil,
grease and fuel, which could damage them. If the tyres come into contact with
these substances, then we recommend you have this checked out in a special-
ist workshop.
■
Do not use alloy rims with a burnished or polished surface in winter condi-
tions - there is a risk of wheel damage (e.g. from the road grit).
Tyre pressure
Fig. 323 Label with a table of tyre sizes and tyre pressure value / inflate
tyres
The prescribed tyre inflation is on the sticker with pictograms
A
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
B
C
D
Tyre diameter in inches
This information serves merely as information for the prescribed tyre
pressure. 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
Required tire pressure value for the emergency wheel
Check 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 of warm tyres.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values must be saved
each time the pressures are changed
WARNING
■
Do not drive with an incorrect tyre pressure - risk of accident.
■
In the event of very fast pressure loss, e.g. in the event of sudden tyre
damage, an attempt should be made to bring the vehicle carefully to a stop
without sudden steering movements and without any hard braking.
Note
The declaration of conformity (the so-called. COC document) can be obtained
from a ŠKODA Partner (only valid for some countries and some models).
E
F
G
H
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Tyre wear and wheel change
Fig. 324 Tyre wear indicator / wheel change
The tyre wear increases in the following circumstances.
▶
Incorrect tyre pressure.
▶
Driving style (e.g. fast cornering, rapid acceleration / deceleration).
▶
Incorrect balancing of wheels (have the wheels balanced after changing
tyres / repair or with “restlessness” on the steering).
▶
Wheel alignment error.
Wear indicators are located in the profile of the tyres which display the per-
missible minimum tread depth
- . A tyre is to be regarded as worn
out when this indicator is flush with the tread. Markings on the walls of the
tyres with the letters “TWI” or other symbols (e.g. ) indicate the position of
the wear indicators.
The tread depth can be measured with a tread depth gauge on the ice scraper,
which is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
For uniform wear on all tyres, we recommend that you change the wheels ev-
ery 10,000 km according to the schedule
- .
WARNING
■
Change when they are worn down to the wear indicators at the latest -
risk of accident.
■
Improper wheel alignment affects the driving behaviour - there is an acci-
dent.
■
Unusual vibrations or “pulling” of the vehicle to one side could be a sign of
tyre damage. Reduce speed and stop! If no tyre damage is evident, seek the
assistance of a specialist garage.
Spare wheel
Afull spare wheel corresponds to the wheel mounted on the vehicle with the
wheel dimensions, tyre dimension and tyre type.
A temporary spare wheel is provided with a warning label on the rim. Only use
this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage since it is
not intended for permanent use.
Instructions for using a temporary spare wheel
▶
Do not cover the warning sign.
▶
Be particularly observant when driving.
Inflate the spare wheel to the maximum prescribed inflation pressure
.
WARNING
A temporary spare wheel can only be used for a short time in the event of a
breakdown and with a correspondingly careful driving method.
Spare wheel
A warning label is displayed on the rim of the temporary spare wheel. Only use
this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage since it is
not intended for permanent use.
The emergency wheel is significantly narrower than the wheels mounted
ex-factory.
Instructions for using an emergency wheel
▶
Do not cover the warning sign.
▶
Be particularly observant when driving.
WARNING
■
Observe instructions on the warning sign of the emergency wheel.
■
Do not drive with more than one spare wheel mounted!
■
When driving with the temporary spare wheel at full throttle acceleration,
avoid sharp braking and fast cornering.
■
Do not use snow chains on the temporary spare wheel.
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Tyre marking
Explanation of tyre markings - e.g. 195/65 R 15 91 T
195
Tyre width in mm
65
Height/width ratio in %
R
Code letter for the type of tyre – Radial
15
Diameter of wheel in inches
91
load index
T
Speed symbol
Load index - indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual
tyre
load index
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
Load
(In kg)
560
580
600
615
630
650
670
690
Speed symbol - indicates the maximum permissible speed for a vehicle fit-
ted with tyres in the category concerned
speed
symbol
S
T
U
H
V
W
Y
Maximum
speed
(in km/h)
180
190
200
210
240
270
300
WARNING
Never 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.
For the best possible handling, use all-season or “winter” tyres on all four
wheels with a minimum tread depth of 4 mm.
If using “winter” tyres, fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they pro-
vide 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 tem-
peratures above 7 °C.
Speed symbol
All-season or “winter” tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol
) of a lower speed category than stated in the technical vehicle documenta-
tion can be used, provided the permissible maximum speed of these tyres is
not exceeded even if the possible maximum speed of the vehicle is higher.
The speed limit for all-season or “winter” tyres can be set in the infotainment
system in menu
/ → → Tyres.
If the vehicle has all-season or “winter” tires of a lower speed category than
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle (referring to tyres that have not
been delivered by the factory), then a warning label with the maximum value of
the speed category provided for the fitted 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 specified for the mounted tyres in Infotainment (only applies to cer-
tain countries). 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 driving in wintry road conditions.
Before fitting the snow chains, remove the full wheel trims.
Snow chains must only be fitted on the front wheels and are applicable only to
the following wheel / tyre combinations.
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Octavia
Rim size
Impression depth D
Tyre size
43 mm
195/65 R15
47 mm
195/65 R15
48 mm
205/55 R16
50 mm
205/55 R16
6J x 17
45 mm
205/50 R17
6J x 17
48 mm
205/50 R17
a)
Only fit snow chains with links and locks no larger than 13 mm.
b)
Only fit snow chains with links and locks no larger than 12 mm.
Octavia Scout
Rim size
Impression depth D
Tyre size
50 mm
205/55 R16
6J x 17
45 mm
205/50 R17
48 mm
205/55 R16
48 mm
205/60 R16
6J x 17
48 mm
205/50 R17
6J x 17
48 mm
205/55 R17
a)
Only fit snow chains with links and locks no larger than 12 mm.
b)
Only fit snow chains with links and locks no larger than 9 mm.
Octavia RS
Rim size
Impression depth D
Tyre size
6J x 17
45 mm
205/50 R17
6J x 17
48 mm
205/50 R17
a)
Only fit snow chains with links and locks no larger than 12 mm.
WARNING
Do not use chains on snow- and ice-free routes - the driving behaviour may
be affected and there is a risk of a puncture.
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Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
Emergency equipment
Placement of the first aid kit and warning triangle
Fig. 325 Placing of the first-aid kit and the warning triangle: Ver-
sion 1/version 2
The following information applies for the first aid kit and warning triangle from
the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Placing the first-aid kit
The first-aid box can be attached by a strap to the right-hand side of the boot
Placing of the warning triangle - variant 1
The warning triangle can be inserted into the recess under the loading edge
and secured with the fastener tape
. Natural gas vehicles have the
warning triangle located under the floor mat in the luggage compartment.
Placing of the warning triangle - variant 2
The first-aid box can be attached to the right-hand side of the boot using a
strap
.
WARNING
Properly secure the first aid kit and the warning triangle, or there is a risk of
injury in the event of sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
Placement of reflective vest
Fig. 326
Storage compartment for the
reflective vest
The reflective vest can be stored in brackets under the front seats
.
Fire extinguisher
Fig. 327
Release the fire extinguisher
The fire extinguisher is attached by two straps in a holder underneath the driv-
er's seat.
›
To remove the fire extinguisher, release the safety catches on the two belts
in the direction of arrow
and remove the fire extinguisher.
›
To secure, place the fire extinguisher back in the mount and secure with the
belts.
The Owner´s Manual is fitted next to the fire extinguisher.
Pay attention to the expiration date of the fire extinguisher. After this date, the
correct function of the device is not guaranteed.
WARNING
Always properly secure the fire extinguisher, there is a risk of injury in the
event of sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
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Vehicle tool kit
Fig. 328 Vehicle tool kit
The box with the tool kit is located in the storage compartment for the spare
wheel and may be secured with tape, depending on specification.
Depending on the vehicle configuration, it may not contain all the compo-
nents listed in the on-board tool kit.
Screwdriver
Key for removing and installing the tail light
Adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts
Towing eye
Clamps for removing the wheel trims
Jack with sign
Crank for the jack
Wheel wrench
Extraction pliers for the wheel bolt caps
Breakdown kit
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
WARNING
■
The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehi-
cle. Under no circumstances attempt to lift other vehicles or loads with this
– there is a risk of injury.
■
Always stow the tool safely in the box and make sure that it is attached
with the belt to the spare wheel - otherwise it could cause injury to the oc-
cupants if breaking suddenly or colliding with another vehicle.
CAUTION
Screw the jack back to its starting position prior to putting it back in its box -
Otherwise, there is a risk of damage to the box.
Note
The declaration of conformity is included with the jack or the log folder.
Changing a wheel
Preliminary work
For safety's sake, the following instructions must be observed before
changing a wheel on the road.
›
As far as possible, park the vehicle far away from the traffic flow - find a
place with a flat and firm surface.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission, select 1st gear.
›
For vehicles with automatic transmission, place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Position the hazard warning system and the warning triangle at the prescri-
bed distance.
›
All the occupants should get out of the vehicle. The passengers should not
stand on the road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for in-
stance) while the wheel is being changed.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
Changing a wheel
›
Take out the emergency or spare wheel
›
Remove the full wheel trim
or caps
›
Loosen the wheel bolts
»
.
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