Exterior (external body parts) Skoda Octavia 3

Body — technical data
VIN The vehicle identification number is stamped on the right mudguard reinforcement. The vehicle identification number is also located on the lower left side of the windshield. 1. Worldwide manufacturer code: TMV -...

Front support panel with hanging parts
Note: Depending on the model variant, the mounting parts may differ slightly. 1. Front support panel with hanging parts 2. Screw: Tightening torque - 2.5 Nm 3. Air duct 4. Air duct 5. Screw: Tightening torque: 8 Nm 6....

Removal and installation the front support panel assembly
Bring to the service position. Disconnect the existing electrical connectors. Disconnect the air filter inlet hose. Disconnect the coolant system pipe and drain the coolant. Disconnect the condenser pipes. With the help...

Front wing — design description
1. Wings 2. Screw: Tightening torque: 8 Nm 3. Interior lining 4. Soundproofing panel of internal lining: inserted in front of the partition edge. 5. Foam piece: Inserted between the wing and the front upper spar. 6....

Removal and installation the front wing
Removal the front wing Remove the front mudguard. Remove the foam part between the mudguard and the side member. Remove the soundproofing panel of the inner lining from the wheel well. Unscrew nut "2". Disconnect the...

Removal and installation the wing holder
Unscrew the headlight mounting screw from the wing holder. Unscrew screws "4". Unscrew screws "2" and remove the wing holder "3". Installation Screw in screws "4". Screw in screws "2". Press holder "3" to wing "1"....

Water drainage box casing
1. Casing of the water drainage box 2. Casing of the water drainage box 3. Foam piece: Glued to the wing. 4. Seal 5. Foam piece: Glued to the wing. Remove the windshield wiper arms. Remove the seal "4" along the entire...

Drainage box shield
1. Shield of the water-diverting box 2. Nut: Tightening torque: 8 Nm. Remove the water-diverting box casing. Remove the water-diverting box noise insulation fasteners. Unscrew nuts "2". Remove the water-diverting box...

Soundproofing of the water drainage box
1. Soundproofing of the water drainage box 2. Clamping washer 3. Retainer Remove the soundproofing fasteners of the water-diverting box "2". Remove the soundproofing of the water-diverting box "3". Remove the cable ties...

Soundproofing casing
Note: Depending on the engine version, slight differences must be taken into account during removal and installation. 1. Soundproofing casing. Removal: Unscrew screws "2" and pull the engine soundproofing casing back....

Bottom lining
Note: Depending on the engine version, slight differences must be taken into account during removal and installation. 1. Bottom trim. Removal: Unscrew nuts "8". Installation in reverse order. 2. Bottom lining. Removal:...

Parts and components — front tunnel crossmember
1. Tunnel cross member. Removal: Unscrew screws "2". Installation in reverse order. 2. Screw: Tightening torque: 20 Nm.

Removal and installation the rear tunnel crossmember
Remove screws "2". Note: At the rear tunnel cross member, partially lift the underbody trim "3" by hand. Remove tunnel cross member "1" in the direction of the "arrow". Installation Installation in reverse order....

Hood — design description
1. Hood 2. Support shock absorber: Height is adjusted by rotation. 3. Hood seal 4. Lock bracket 5. Soundproofing. Removal: Disconnect all soundproofing clips one by one. Remove the soundproofing from the hood. Install...

Removal and installation the hood actuator
Remove the non-activated activator. Warning! Observe general safety rules when handling pyrotechnic modules of airbags, seat belt pretensioners and battery disconnect device. Disconnect the battery terminals. Remove the...

Removal and installation the pedestrian protection system loop
Remove the hood "3". Unscrew the nut "5". Remove and put aside the activator (9 Nm). Unscrew the screws "2". Remove the loop "1". Installation Installation in reverse order. Tightening torque of screws "2" (20 Nm)....

Removal and installation hood hinges
Remove the hood "3". Unscrew the screws "2". Remove the hinge "1". Note: Some vehicles are supplied prepared for installation of an activator. In this case, they are equipped with hinges for the pedestrian protection...

Removal and installation the support rod
Support the hood. Turn the support rod "1" forward and remove it from the rubber bushing "2". Installation Insert support rod "1" into rubber bushing (pos. 2) "arrow a". Turn support rod towards front support panel...

Parts and components of the hood locking mechanism
1. Lock bracket 2. Handle 3. Cable: From cable connector to drive lever 4. Retainer 5. Cable Coupler: The cable connector is located above the headlight on the driver's side. 6. Cable: From the hood latch to the cable...

Removal and installation the hood lock
Note: Depending on the model variants, slight differences must be taken into account when removing and installing the hood lock. The drive cable "3" is not disconnected from the hood lock. Open the hood. Disconnect the...

Removal and installation the hood release handle
1. Support 2. Cable. Removal: Remove cable "2" from support bracket "1". Turn the cable so that its spherical end can be removed from the support bracket lever. Remove the spherical end from the support bracket lever....

Adjusting the hood
Note: To adjust the hood, the car must be on a level surface. Adjustable stops "2" on the left and right are not intended for adjustment. They are intended to stabilize or dampen the hood. The hood is adjusted correctly...

Trunk lid — design description
1. Screw: Tightening torque: 8 Nm 2. Wedge-shaped buffer 3. Trunk lid trim 4. Trunk lid 5. Rubber stops 6. Spherical pin: Tightening torque: 20 Nm 7. Gas strut

Removal and installation the trunk lid
Remove the boot lid trim. Disconnect the connectors of all existing electrical units. Remove the electrical wires from the boot lid. Loosen, without completely unscrewing, screws "3" (10 Nm) securing the hinges on the...

Adjusting the trunk lid
Note: When adjusting the trunk lid, the car must be on its wheels. The lid lock is screwed directly to the trunk lid. It does not have any oblong holes and is therefore not adjustable. The installation buffers on the...

Removal and installation the trunk lid lock
Note: If the boot lid does not open, it can be unlocked from the outside via the lock cylinder. Remove the boot lid trim. Remove the lock trim "3". Disconnect the boot lid lock actuator connector "1". Loosen the nuts...

Removal and installation the gas-filled shock absorber of the trunk lid
Open the trunk lid, support it and secure it. Lift the locking bracket "2" with a screwdriver and remove the gas-filled shock absorber "1" from the spherical journal "3". Note: If the gas strut is to be reused, do not...

Removal and installation the tailgate screw transmission (Combi)
Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers. Open the trunk lid, support and secure it. Disconnect the screw drive connectors under the trim D and pull the wiring "3" through the nozzle. Unlock the locking...

Luggage compartment lid seal
When reinstalling a removed seal, the required tightness and reliability of fastening are not ensured. For this reason, a completely removed seal must be replaced with a so-called "seal installed with a mallet". If the...

Fuel filler flap assembly
1. Locking mechanism 2. Fuel tank flap assembly 3. Drainage hose. Runs between the wheel arch and the wheel arch casing. Using the plastic wedge "A", gradually press the fuel tank filler flap assembly. Remove the rubber...

Parts and components of a lift-and-slide sunroof
Note: To ensure normal operation of the sunroof drive, it is necessary to adapt it after removing and installing the electric motor. 1. Frame of the lift-and-slide hatch 2. Seal 3. Front pad 4. Facing 5. Screw: 2 Nm 6....

Glass cover and spoiler parts and assemblies
1. Spoiler 2. Spring: The spring is inserted into the holder from the rear. 3. Screw: 1.5 Nm 4. Screw: 5.5 Nm 5. Sliding sunroof glass 6. Screw: 5.5 Nm

Removal and installation the spoiler
Open the sliding sunroof completely. Press the spoiler "1" and, holding the edge, remove the shaped seal "2" from the mount. Press the spoiler even harder and remove the shaped seal "1" from the fasteners upwards....

Removal and installation the glass cover of the sliding sunroof
Open the glass cover slightly by sliding it back approximately 150 mm. Remove the left and right "arrow" screws from the back of the glass cover. Be careful! Something (with a rag, paper, etc.), cover the gap between...

Adjusting the glass cover of the sliding sunroof
Note: Adjust the height of the glass cover along the rear edge. Lift the glass cover "1" and loosen the screws "2" on its rear edge. Loosen the central screws on the glass cover. Adjust the height of the glass cover...

Replacing the glass sunroof seal
Removal the upper seal The glass cover has been removed. 1. Upper seal. Pull the seal upwards along the entire perimeter of the sealing channel. Installing the top seal Insert the seal into the sealing channel with the...

Details and assemblies of the sliding sunroof curtain
1. Support 2. Pen 3. Screw: 1 Nm 4. Sliding sunroof curtain 5. Screw; 2 Nm 6. Centralizer: Not available as a spare part 7. Guide: Not available as a spare part 8. Runner: Not available as a spare part 9. Spring: Not...

Removal and installation the sunroof curtain
The glass cover is removed. Unscrew the screws "1" on the back cover "2". Remove the back cover "1" in the direction of the "arrow". Unscrew screws "2" of handle "1". Remove rear screws "2" of sunroof curtain "1". Raise...

Removal and installation the electric motor of the sliding and lifting sunroof
Note: If the faulty electric motor is removed with the sunroof closed, it is necessary to remove the glass cover by lowering the ceiling in the area of the screws onto its rear edge. For normal operation of the...

Removal and installation the rocker mechanism guide frame
Note: Before removing the frame, mark its installation position. Removing the frame requires 2 people. One mechanic loosens the screws while the second mechanic holds the frame and removes it from the car. The ceiling...

Combi Sliding Roof Sunroof — Design Description
1. Back of the glass cover 2. Bolt: 7 Nm 3. Seal: back of glass cover 4. Cable 5. Inner seal: inserted into the mounting frame 6. Back 7. Sunroof curtain control unit 8. Bolt: Electric motor mounts: 8 Nm 9. Bolt:...

Combi sunroof blind parts and components
1. Sliding sunroof curtain 2. Fastening: For sunroof curtain fabric. 3. Bolt: 2 Nm 4. Leash 5. Hoop clamp 6. Sliding sunroof frame

Combi roof wind deflector parts and components
1. Wind deflector 2. Tension spring 3. Support bracket

Removal and installation the glass roof cover Combi
Removal and installation the glass cover Open the glass cover "2" so that the covers "1" become accessible. Move the covers "1" from the passenger compartment back in the direction of the "arrow". Note: Use a magnetized...

Adjusting the glass roof cover Combi
Adjusting the front part of the glass cover Note: Before adjusting the height of the glass cover, the cover must be removed from the movable support. The arrow shows the direction of movement. Remove the glass cover....

Removal and installation the Combi sliding sunroof frame
Note: A second mechanic is required to remove and install the mounting frame. Remove the ceiling trim. Unscrew the screws "9" on the left and right and replace the bracket for the mesh partition "8". Unscrew the screws...

Removal and installation the Combi roof wind deflector
Fully unlock the front of the glass cover. Hang the tension spring "2 "arrow a". Slide the wind deflector frame "1" with the support bracket "4" forward-arrow B-and remove it from the guide. Unlock all the locks "4"...

Removal and installation the Combi sliding sunroof control unit
Attention! The glass cover drive of the lifting hatch may only be removed and installed when the hatch is closed (zero position). Conditions for removing/installing the drive: Engine and ignition are turned off,...

Removal and installation the Combi sunroof blind control unit
Remove the headliner. Disconnect connector "2" from sunshade motor "1". Unscrew screws "3". Remove sunshade motor "1". Installation Installation in reverse order. Before installing the motor, align the sunshade by...

Manual closing of the Combi roof sliding sunroof
Note: In the event of a power failure, the glass roof tilt/slide sunroof can be moved by the drive using a standard Allen key. When turning, a little more force is required, as the drive is not disconnected from the...

Removal and installation the outer seal of the Combi sliding sunroof frame
Remove the mounting frame. Detach the adhesive surface "3" of the outer seal "1" from the roof "2". Installation Remove traces of adhesive with suitable means. The connecting surface of the roof opening must be free of...

Removal and installation the Combi roof glass cover seal
Remove the rear part of the glass cover. Remove the side part of the seal "4" from the side of the rear part of the glass cover "1" "arrow b". Remove the front part of the seal "3" from the rear part of the glass cover...

Removal and installation the Combi sunroof blind
Note: In the event of a power failure, the sun blind can be moved to the retractable position (open fully) manually using a standard Inbus key. When working with the sunshade fabric, keep it clean or cover vulnerable...

Adaptation of Combi roof control units
Adaptation of the sliding sunroof control unit Note: After replacing the glass cover, the electric motor or the sliding mechanism, an adaptation must be carried out using the Tester or mechanically, see below. During...

Combi Roof Drainage Hoses — Design Description
1. Front drain hoses 2. Rear drain hoses 3. Front drain valve 4. Mounting bracket 5. Mounting bracket 6. Rear drain valve

Cleaning Combi Roof Gutters
Front drain hoses The front drain hoses "1" go through the A-pillars to the drain. Remove the cover of the drain box. Clean the lower drain valve "3" and clean the drain hose "1", for example, using a rope. Rear drain...

Removal and installation Combi roof drainage and gutter hoses
Removal and installation drainage hoses Note: When replacing the drain hose, shorten the spare part if necessary. Copy the location of the stickers and protective film from the old part. Removal the front drain hoses...

Front bumper — design description
1. Screw: Tightening torque: 1.5 Nm. 2. Screw: Tightening torque: 3.5 Nm 3. Front bumper 4. Screw: Tightening torque: 1.5 Nm. Remove the front mudguard. Screw in screws "1" (1.5 Nm), Screw in screws "2" (3.5 Nm)....

General diagram of the front bumper installation
1. Decorative frame: Attached to the bumper with clips. 2. Bumper bracket 3. Bumpers 4. Left fog light 5. Grille on the left: Attached with clamps to the bumper. 6. Middle air intake grille: Attached with clamps to the...

Front Bumper Beam — Design Description
1. Front bumper beam. Removal: Remove the front bumper. Remove the shock-absorbing buffer. Disconnect the adaptive cruise control unit. Remove screws "2". Remove screws "3". Install in reverse order. 2. Screw:...

Rear bumper — design description
1. Screw: Tightening torque: 1.5 Nm 2. Left side guide profile: Screwed to the side 3. Left middle guide profile 4. Right middle guide profile 5. Right side guide profile: Screwed to the side. 6. Screw: Tightening...

Removal and installation the rear bumper
Remove the rear light assembly. Loosen screws "7" securing the wheel arch cover on the left and right sides. Loosen screws "6" securing the bumper to the wing. Loosen screws "8" securing the rear underbody cover. Loosen...

Rear bumper support beam and guide profiles
1. Left side guide profile. Removal: Remove the rear bumper. Unscrew the screws. Remove the guide profile from the car. Install in reverse order. 2. Left middle guide profile. Removal: Remove the rear bumper. Unscrew...

Rear bumper Combi — design description
1. Screw: Tightening torque: 1.5 Nm 2. Left side guide profile: Screwed to the side 3. Left middle guide profile 4. Right middle guide profile 5. Right side guide profile: Screwed to the side 6. Screw: Tightening...

Rear bumper Combi — removal and installation
Remove the rear light assembly. Loosen screws "8" securing the wheel arch cover on the left and right sides. Loosen screws "7" securing the bumper to the wing. Loosen screws "9" securing the rear underbody cover. Loosen...

Rear bumper support beam and guide profiles
1. Left side guide profile. Removal: Remove the rear bumper. Unscrew the screws. Remove the guide profile from the car. Install in reverse order. 2. Rear left guide profile. Removal: Remove the rear bumper. Unscrew the...

External rear view mirrors — design description
1. Mirror base 2. Mirror housing 3. Electric adjustment drive 4. Screw: 1 Nm 5. Mirror element 6. Overlay 7. Screw: 1 Nm 8. Installation element 9. Cable

External rear view mirrors — removal and installation
Removal and installation the mirror element Protect the edges of the housing from damage, cover them with, for example, textile adhesive tape. Tilt the glass of mirror "1" to the maximum position. Press the glass of...

Towing hitch — design description
1. Screw: 3 Nm 2. Left side guide profile 3. Right middle guide profile 4. Nuts: 2.2 Nm 5. Left middle guide profile 6. Screw: 55 Nm 7. Towing hitch. Removal: Remove the bumper. Partially remove the heat-insulating...

Roof rails (Combi)
Attention! Do not use an impact screwdriver when installing and removing! Use a hand wrench when removing. Use a hand torque wrench when installing! Disconnect the shaped ceiling. Unscrew nuts "2" (12 Nm +1 Nm). Remove...

Rear spoiler
Rear spoiler "3". Adhesive tape Sealant "2". Removal and installation the rear spoiler Seal the painted surfaces along the spoiler with fabric adhesive tape. Cut the spoiler off the trunk lid (cut the sealant), and cut...

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