Hi got a new Octavia MkIII technology TDI 1.6. 
 

Love the car .

Only issue is I am taking a while to adapt to the keyless system. I KEEP FORGETTING TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF! 
 

Am I right in thinking that even if the keys are in my pocket if I leave the car running and don’t lock the doors and go into my house someone can just jump in and drive off? 
 

is there a way to set it so that if the keys go out of range the engine will just switch off? 
 

best 

 

Tom B 

It is an easy mistake to make if the engine has stopped due to start/stop, but it will not restart automatically if you open the drivers door regardless of the key.

 

If you are getting out and leaving the car with the engine actually running you need to get hearing aids fast!

Get used to looking at the dash, if it's all lit up, the car is switched on. 

😀😀👍👍

Also, just for clarity, if the engine is still running and its a manual it can be driven away regardless of the key. A DSG however may not release the gearbox from park without the key present, maybe a DSG owner could confirm?