2004-2012 Skoda Octavia 4 Door Using the system -> Warning lights User Manual
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 31  
without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. The headlight swivel function is deacti-  
Factory Setting  
vated when switching on this mode. Further information page 61.  
After selecting the menu point Factory Setting the factory setting of the informa-  
tion display is established again.  
Service  
Here you can have the kilometers still to be driven and the days until the following  
service interval shown and the Service Interval Display reset.  
Warning lights  
Overview  
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.  
Fig. 35 Instrument cluster with warning lights  
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Traction control system (TCS)  
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*  
Selector lever lock*  
Tyre pressure*  
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Turn signal lights (to the left)  
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Turn signal lights (to the right)  
Fog lights*  
Main beam light  
Antilock brake system (ABS)  
Bonnet  
Low beam light  
Rear fog light  
Seat belt warning light  
Brake pad wear*  
Speed regulating system*  
Failure of the light bulbs  
Boot lid  
Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine)  
Open door  
Airbag system  
Fluid level in windshield washer system*  
Brake system  
Control system for exhaust  
Electromechanical power steering  
  
Dynamo  
Engine oil pressure  
Engine oil level  
EPC fault light (petrol engine)  
  
Fuel reserve  
Glow plug system (diesel engine)  
Coolant temperature/coolant level  
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 33  
Main beam  
WARNING  
The indicator light comes on when the main beam is selected or also when the  
headlight flasher is operated.  
If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre-  
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body  
injuries or major vehicle damage.  
Further information about the main beam page 64.  
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 replenishing oil and other fluids. It is also  
essential to observe all warnings page 225, “Working in the engine  
compartment”.  
Low beam   
The warning light comes on when low beam is selected page 58.  
Note  
Rear fog light   
The arrangement of the indicator lights depends on the model version. The  
symbols shown in the following functional description are to be found as indicator  
lights in the instrument cluster.  
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are operating page 62.  
Operational faults are shown in the instrument cluster as red symbols (priority  
1 - danger) or yellow symbols (priority 2 - warning).  
Cruise control system*  
The warning light lights up, when operating the speed regulating system.  
Turn signal system   
Failure of the light bulbs   
Either the left or right indicator light flashes depending on the position of the  
turn signal lever.  
The warning light comes on if a light bulb is damaged:  
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails. This does  
not apply when towing a trailer.  
up to 2 seconds after the ignition is switched on,  
when switching on the defective light bulb.  
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.  
The following text e.g will be displayed in the information display*:  
Check front right dipped beam!  
Further information about the turn signal system page 64.  
The rear side lights and the licence plate lighting require several light bulbs. The  
indicator light only lights up if all light bulbs of the licence plate lighting or the  
parking light (in one rear light unit) are defective. Check regularly the function of the  
light bulbs.  
Fog lights*   
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are operating page 62.  
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Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine)  
Note  
Further information about diesel particle filter page 200.  
If the warning light comes on, this means that soot has accumulated in the  
diesel particle filter because of the frequent short distances.  
In order to clean the diesel particle filter, the vehicle should be driven at an even  
speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1 800 - 2 500 rpm for at least 15  
minutes or until the warning light goes out with the 4th or 5th gear engaged (auto-  
matic gearbox: position S) when the traffic situation permits it. This increases the  
exhaust temperature and the soot deposited in the diesel particle filter is burnt.  
Airbag system   
Monitoring the airbag system  
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.  
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or flashes while  
Always pay attention to the valid speed limits ⇒  
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driving ⇒  
. This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the igni-  
The warning light goes out after the successful cleaning of the diesel particle  
filter.  
tion is switched on.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light does not go out and the  
warning light begins to flash. In the information display* appears Diesel-  
particle Owner's manual. Afterwards the engine control unit shifts the engine into  
the emergency mode, which only has a reduced power output. After switching the  
ignition off and on again the warning light comes on.  
Airbag fault!  
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically, when one  
airbag has been switched off  
Front, side and head airbags or belt tensioner which have been switched off  
using the vehicle system tester:  
Have the vehicle inspected without delay by your specialist garage.  
The warning light lights up for 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and  
then flashes again for 12 seconds in intervals of 2 seconds.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Airbag/belt tensioner deactivated!  
WARNING  
If you do not pay attention to the warning light coming on and the corre-  
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in injuries or  
major vehicle damage.  
Front passenger airbags switched off using the switch for front passenger  
airbags* in storage compartment on the front passenger side:  
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-  
tions. The route indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disre-  
gard the national regulations for road traffic.  
the warning light comes on for 4 seconds after the ignition has been  
switched on,  
switching off the airbag is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the  
lighting up of the indicator light   (airbag switched off) page 182.  
Caution  
As long as the warning light lights up, one must take into account an increased  
fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the engine.  
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 35  
WARNING  
Note  
If the yellow warning light goes out after starting the engine again and a short  
drive, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.  
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning light  
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault  
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event  
of an accident.  
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after  
driving a short distance.  
Control system for exhaust   
Engine oil pressure   
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on.  
If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or it lights up when  
driving, a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine management  
system selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest  
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.  
4)  
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched  
on.  
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off  
after the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up  
with oil as necessary page 228, “Replenishing engine oil”.  
Electromechanical power steering   
An audible signal sounds three times as an additional warning signal.  
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the  
conditions prevailing to top up with oil. Keep the engine switched off and obtain  
professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to severe  
engine damage.  
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.  
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up contin-  
uously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.  
If the yellow warning light lights up , this indicates a partial failure of the  
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.  
If the red warning light lights up , this indicates a complete failure of the  
Do not drive any further if the warning light flashes even if the oil is at the correct  
level. Do not run the engine not at idling speed either. Contact the nearest specialist  
garage to obtain professional assistance.  
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering  
forces).  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Oil Pressure Engine off! Owner's manual  
Further information page 198.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe  
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard  
warning light system.  
Contact your specialist garage if the power steering is defective.  
4)  
The warning light on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after  
switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists or the engine oil level is too low.  
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The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
WARNING (continued)  
Engine fault Workshop!  
The red oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One should  
therefore check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refu-  
eling stop.  
Coolant temperature/ Coolant quantity   
5)  
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.  
EPC fault light  (petrol engine)  
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light  
does not go out or flashes while driving.  
The  (Electronic Power Control) warning light comes on for a few seconds when  
the ignition is switched on.  
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.  
If the warning light  does not go out or lights up after starting the engine, a fault  
exists in the engine control. The engine management system selects an emergency  
programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting  
a gentle style of driving.  
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the  
coolant as necessary.  
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the  
conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and  
obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to  
severe engine damage.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Engine fault Workshop!  
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be  
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant  
fan, replace it if necessary page 259, “Fuse assignment in engine compartment”.  
Glow plug system (diesel engine)  
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is at  
the correct level and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order. Contact a specialist  
garage to obtain assistance.  
The warning light lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition  
(pre-heat position) 2 page 123. Start the engine after the indicator light goes out.  
The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 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.  
Please also refer to the additional instructions page 228, “Cooling system”.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Check coolant! Owner's manual  
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light does not come on  
at all or lights up continuously. Contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to  
obtain assistance.  
If the warning light begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine  
control. The engine management system selects an emergency programme which  
enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of  
driving.  
5)  
The warning light on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after  
switching the ignition on, but only if the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level  
is too low.  
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 37  
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*  
WARNING  
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.  
If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe  
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard  
Components of the ESP system also include the Traction Control System (TCS),  
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), and the Antilock Brake System (ABS).  
warning light system page 64.  
Take care when opening the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot,  
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is best to allow the  
engine to cool down before removing the cap.  
The warning light flashes when a control cycle is activated while driving.  
The warning light will come on and remains on if the ESP is switched off or if there  
is a fault in the system.  
Do not touch the coolant fan The coolant fan may switch on automati-  
cally even if the ignition is off.  
The fact that the ESP system operates together with the ABS means that the ESP  
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.  
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESP  
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the ESP system can  
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes  
out, the ESP system is fully functional again.  
Traction control system (TCS)   
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.  
The warning light flashes when a control cycle is activated while driving.  
Further information on the ESP page 193, “Electronic stability programme  
The warning light will come on and remains on if the TCS is switched off or if there  
is a fault in the system.  
(ESP)*”.  
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)*  
The fact that the TCS system operates together with the ABS means that the TCS  
warning light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.  
The EDL is a part of the ESP. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ESP warning light  
in the instrument cluster. Have the vehicle inspected without delay by an author-  
ised Škoda Service Partner. Further information on the EDL page 194, “Electronic  
Differential Lock (EDL)*”.  
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS  
system can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS system can  
be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes  
out, the TCS system is fully functional again.  
Note  
Further information about the TCS page 195, “Traction control system (TCS)”.  
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes  
on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short  
distance.  
Note  
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes  
on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short  
distance.  
Selector lever lock*   
If the green warning light lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary, in  
order to be able to move the selector lever out of the position P or N.  
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Further information about the selector lever lock page 132.  
A fault in the ABS  
The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light does not go out  
within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all or lights  
up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system. Visit  
a specialist garage as quickly as possible and adjust your style of driving appropri-  
ately as you will not know how great the damage is.  
Tyre inflation pressure*   
The warning light lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in  
one of the tyres. Reduce the speed and check or correct as soon as possible the  
inflation pressure in the tyres page 238.  
Further information about ABS page 197, “Antilock brake system (ABS)”.  
If the warning light flashes, there is a system fault. Visit the nearest specialist garage  
and have the fault rectified.  
A fault in the entire brake system  
If the ABS warning light comes on together with the brake system warning light  
(handbrake must be released), there is a fault not only in the ABS but also in  
another part of the brake system ⇒  
Further information about tyre pressure-control system page 199.  
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WARNING  
WARNING  
When the warning light lights up, immediately reduce the speed and  
If the brake system warning light comes on together with the ABS  
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres. Please stop the vehicle  
without delay at the nearest possible stop and inspect the tyres and their  
inflation pressures.  
warning light stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid  
level in the reservoir page 231, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has dropped  
below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Obtain  
professional assistance.  
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or  
unpaved roads) the warning light can be delayed or does not light up at  
Pay attention to the following instructions before checking the brake  
fluid level and opening the bonnet page 225, “Working in the engine  
all.  
compartment”.  
Note  
If the brake fluid is at the correct level, the ABS control function has  
If the battery has been disconnected, the warning light comes on after switching  
on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short distance.  
failed. The rear wheels may then block very rapidly when braking. In certain  
circumstances, this can result in the rear end of the car breaking away - risk  
of skidding! Drive carefully to the nearest specialist garage and have the  
fault rectified.  
Antilock brake system (ABS)   
The warning light shows the functionality of the ABS.  
Bonnet   
The warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition has been switched  
on or when starting the engine. The warning light goes out after an automatic check  
sequence has been completed.  
The warning light comes on if the bonnet is unlocked. If the bonnet unlocks  
while driving, the warning light lights up and as a warning an audible signal  
sounds.  
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 39  
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning  
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.  
Boot lid   
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on if the luggage  
compartment door is open. If the boot lid opens while driving , the warning light  
lights up and an audible signal sounds.  
On vehicles with information display* this warning light is replaced by a vehicle  
symbol page 27.  
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.  
Seat belt warning light   
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning  
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.  
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for the  
driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if  
the driver or front passenger has fastened his seat belt.  
On vehicles with information display* this warning light is replaced by a vehicle  
symbol page 27.  
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a permanent  
warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simultaneously  
the warning light flashes.  
Open door  
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next 90  
seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light lights up perma-  
nently.  
The warning light comes on if one or several doors are opened or if the boot lid  
is opened. If one of the doors opens while driving, the warning light lights up  
and an audible signal sounds.  
Further information on the seat belts page 168, “Seat belts”.  
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning  
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.  
On vehicles with information display* this warning light is replaced by a vehicle  
symbol page 27.  
Thickness of the brake pads*   
6)  
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched  
on.  
Windshield washer fluid level*  
If the warning light comes on, contact a specialist garage immediately and have  
the brake pads on all of the wheels inspected.  
The warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on if there is insuffi-  
cient fluid in the windshield washer system. Top up with liquid page 236.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Check brake pads!  
Add wash fluid!  
6)  
The warning light on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after  
switching the ignition on, but only if a fault exists.  
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Brake system   
WARNING (continued)  
dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident!  
Obtain professional assistance.  
The warning light flashes or comes on if the brake fluid level is too low, if there  
is a fault in the ABS or if the handbrake is applied.  
If the warning light flashes and an audible signal sounds three times (handbrake  
is not applied), stop and check the brake fluid level ⇒  
.
Alternator   
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
The warning light comes on after the ignition has been switched on. It should go  
out after the engine has started.  
Brake fluid Owner's manual  
If there is a fault in the ABS which also influences the function of the brake system  
(e.g. distribution of brake pressure), the ABS warning light comes on and at the  
same time the brake system warning light starts flashing . Be aware that not only  
If the warning light does not go out after the engine has started, or comes on when  
driving, drive to the nearest specialist garage. The vehicle battery will be discharged  
in this case so switch off all non-essential electrical components.  
the ABS but also another part of th brake system is defective ⇒  
.
An audible signal sounds three times as an additional warning signal.  
Caution  
One should get used to high pedal forces, long braking distances and long free play  
of the brake pedal when driving to the next specialist garage.  
If the warning light comes on when driving and in addition the warning light   
(cooling system fault) also comes on in display, you must then stop the car imme-  
diately and switch the engine off - risk of engine damage!  
For further information on the brake system page 196, “Brakes”.  
Handbrake applied  
Engine oil level   
The warning light also comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning  
is also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than 6  
km/h.  
Warning light lights up  
If the warning light lights up, the quantity of oil in the engine is probably too low.  
Check as soon as possible the oil level or top up page 228, “Replenishing engine  
oil” with engine oil.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Release parking brake!  
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Check oil level!  
WARNING  
Pay attention to the following instructions before checking the brake  
fluid level and opening the bonnet page 225, “Working in the engine  
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If  
no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after  
driving about 100 km.  
compartment”.  
If the brake system warning light does not go out a few seconds after  
switching on the ignition or comes on when driving, stop immediately and  
check the brake fluid in the reservoir page 231. If the fluid level has  
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 41  
Warning light flashes  
A fault on the engine oil level sensor is indicated additionally by an audible signal  
and the warning light coming on several times after the ignition has been switched  
on.  
In this case have the engine inspected without delay by a specialist garage.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Oil sensor Workshop!  
Fuel reserve   
The warning light comes on, if the fuel level is still below 9 litres.  
An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal.  
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:  
Please refuel! Range...km  
Note  
The Text in the information display* goes out only after refuelling and driving a  
short distance.  
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