OWNER'S MANUAL - Page 42

For 2005.5 OCTAVIA.

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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 41
Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data
If the warning light flashes (handbrake is not applied), stop and check
the brake fluid level .
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP Brake fluid Owner's manual
If there is a fault in the ABS which also influences the function of the
normal brake system (e.g. distribution of brake pressure), the ABS
warning light comes on together with the brake system warning light
. Be aware that not only the ABS but also another part of th brake
system is defective .
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
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.
For further information on the brake system page 216, “Brakes”.
Handbrake applied
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.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
Handbrake on!
WARNING
Pay attention to the following instructions page 248, “Working
in the engine compartment” before checking the brake fluid level
and opening the bonnet.
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 256, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has dropped below the
MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of accident! Contact a
Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
Seat belt warning light*
The warning light comes on after the ignition is switched on as a
reminder to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if the
driver has fastened his seat belt.
If you do not fasten the seat belt, a long warning signal sounds for 6
seconds.
If you do not fasten the seat belt, a warning signal sounds continuously at
a speed of more than 10 km/h.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
Please fasten seatbelt!
For further information on the seat belts page 183, “Seat belts”.
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