2013 SKODA OCTAVIA infotainment

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
47
Door opening lever
40
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
69
Air outlet vent
107
Parking ticket holder
80
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
56
›
Speed regulating system
146
›Activating the menu item wizard
32
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
187
›
with buttons for the operation of the information system
26
›With buttons for the Infotainment Control
» Infotainment Man-
ual , chapter Device Operation
Instrument cluster
11
Operating lever:
› Windscreen wiper and wash system
65
›Multifunction display
29
›
Information system
32
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
107
Infotainment
» owner's manual for the Infotainment radio or navi-
gation
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
191
Button for hazard warning light system
61
Interior rear-view mirror
69
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
87
Front passenger airbag
18712345678910111213141516CD/DVD drive and memory card slot (in the passenger-side storage compartment) » owner's manual for the Infotainment radio and/or
navigation
Air outlet vent107
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front passenger storage compartment)
191
Door opening lever
40
Power window in the front passenger door
48
Light switch
55
Storage compartment on the driver's side
80
Fuse box (behind the storage compartment on the driver's side)
252
Bonnet release lever
217
Operating lever for adaptive cruise control
151
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
118
Ignition lock
120
Pedals
126
Storage compartment / Phone box » Infotainment Manual , chap-
ter Phone box
Handbrake lever
125
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
126
›
Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
127
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating
108
›
Operating controls for the air conditioning system
110
›Operating controls for Climatronic
112
Depending on equipment fitted:
› 12-Volt power socket
84
›
Cigarette lighter
83
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› 
Central locking system
39
› 
START STOP
158
› 
Traction control TCS
138
› 
Electronic Stability Control ESC
137
› 
Selection of driving mode
161
› 
Park Assist
142
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Parking aid140› 
Tyre inflation pressure calibration231
Depending on equipment fitted:
› USB/AUX input
» Infotainment Manual , chapter USB/AUX In-
puts
› MEDIA IN input
» Infotainment Manual , chapter MEDIA IN input
Note
The position of some of the controls on right-hand drive models may differ from
that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as
for left-hand drive models.3510Using the system

Counter for distance drivenFig. 6
Segment display / MAXI DOT dis-
play
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 11.
Daily trip counter (trip)
The daily trip counter
A
» Fig. 6 shows the distance driven since the time the
counter was last reset - in steps of 100 m.
Reset daily trip counter
›
Briefly press the button
6
» Fig. 2 on page 11.
Odometer
The odometer
B
» Fig. 6 displays the total distance the vehicle has travelled.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 11.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
6
» Fig. 2 on page 11 until the Time is shown in the
display.
›
Release the button
6
, and the system switches to the time setting function.
›
Press the button
6
again and set the hours.
›
Wait around 4 seconds - the system switches to the minutes setting.
›
Press the button
6
again and set the minutes.
The time can also be set in the Infotainment » operating instructions for Infotain-
ment , chapter Device settings .

Viewing the charge level vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 11.
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
6
» Fig. 2 on page 11 until the Battery status or BAT-
TERY SOC is shown in the display.
›
Release the button
6
- the current charge level of the vehicle battery is dis-
played in %.
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Auto-check control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 11.
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked contin-
uously when the ignition is switched on.
Error messages and/or other information are displayed in the instrument clusterdisplay.
Some messages are displayed simultaneously with the warning lights » page 15
or warning icons in the display » page 21.
While the operational faults remain unrectified, the messages are always indica-
ted again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols 
or 
continue
to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
SymbolMeaningWarningDangerWARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 61 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
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14Using the system

When the system determines that a change in gear is required, the arrow symboland the recommended gear appear next to the current gear indication » Fig. 8 -
 .
For instance, if    appears in this display, this means it is recommended that
you shift from 4th into 5th gear.
The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode (Tiptron-
ic).WARNINGThe driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driv- ing situations, such as overtaking.
For the sake of the environment
Correct shifting up has the following advantages.■It helps to reduce fuel consumption.■
It reduces the operating noise.
■
It protects the environment.
■
It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.

Door, luggage compartment or bonnet warning
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 26.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates
the relevant open door or boot/bonnet.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a
door is opne.

Eco tips
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 26.
To minimise fuel consumption, fuel economy tips can appear in the display 1)
.
Eco tips are indicated next to the letters ECO-TIP.
For instance, if the air-condition is on and a window is open, the following mes- sage appears ECO TIP Air conditioning switched on: close windows.
Eco tips display must be activated in the Infotainment » operating instructions for
Infotainment , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
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Compass point display
Fig. 9
Compass display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 26.
For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system, an abbreviation for each
point of the compass (depending on the current direction of travel) is shown in the display 1)
» Fig. 9 .
The compass point display only operates when the ignition is switched on.
Note
The direction indicator can be displayed at the top or bottom of the screen dis-
played in response to further information.

1)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
28Using the system

Driving data (Multifunction display)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory
29
Information overview
29
Warning at excessive speeds
31
The multifunction display only operates if the ignition is switched on.
After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before
switching off the ignition is displayed.
Individual menu items can be shown or hidden in the Infotainment » Bedienung-
sanleitung Infotainment, chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button).
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Note
In some national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of measure-
ment.
Memory
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 29.
The multifunction display is equipped with three automatic memories.
The display of the selected memory varies depending on vehicle equipment.
Since start (MAXI DOT display) or “1” (segment display)The memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition isswitched on until it is switched off.
New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if
the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition.
If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically
erased.
Long-term (MAXI DOT display) or “2” (segment display)
The memory gathers driving information from any number of individual journeys
up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving or 9999 kilometres driven.
The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation
starts all over again.
Since refuel (MAXI DOT display) or “3” (segment display)
The memory gathers driving information since the last refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
Select memory›
Select the corresponding element of the travel data » page 26, Using the infor-
mation system .
Confirm the element again to switch between the individual memories.
Resetting
›
Select the corresponding element of the travel data » page 26, Using the infor-
mation system .
›
Select the desired memory.
›
Press and hold button
B
or adjustment wheel
D
» Fig. 7 on page 26.
The following values of the selected memory are set to zero. › Average fuel consumption.
› Distance driven.
› Average speed.
› Driving time
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
Information overview
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 29.
The amount of information displayed may differ depending on the equipment. 
29Information system

Range
The range indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the
level of fuel in the tank and the same style of driving as before.
The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the warning icon  the
display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the range. The
range can increase if you drive in a more fuel-efficient manner.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption 1)
is calculated since the last time the memory was
erased.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of
time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to zero » page 29 .
After erasing the memory, no fuel consumption data will appear for the first
100 m driven.
The indicated information is updated continuously while you are driving.
Current fuel consumption
You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel con-
sumption 1)
.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed 2)
.
Oil temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating tem-
perature is reached.
If the oil temperature is lower than 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs,
full throttle and high engine loads.
If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking the oil temperature is present, 
are displayed instead of the oil temperature.
Warning against excessive speeds
Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in
town » page 31 .Traffic sign recognition
The display can show up to three of the following traffic signs simultaneously.
› Speed limits (including additional signs).
› Overtaking prohibited.
Further information » page 166, Traffic sign recognition .
Current driving speed
The current speed displayed is identical to the display on the speedometer3
» Fig. 2 on page 11.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km/hour .
To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory to
zero at the start of the measurement » page 29.
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven. The indicated information is updated continuously while you are driving.
Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 29.
The maximum distance indicated is 9999 km. The indicator is automatically set
back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Driving time
The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 29.
The maximum distance indicated is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is au- tomatically set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Convenience consumers
There, the total consumption of all consumer comfort in l / h is displayed. 
1)
The units for the displayed consumption are set in the Infotainment
» Bedienungsanleitung Infotain-
ment, chapter Device settings .
2)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in --,- kilometres/litres if the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
30Using the system

Together with the consumption display, a list of three convenience consumers
with the highest consumption is also displayed.
For more information » page 133 and » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle set-
tings (press CAR) .
Refuelling amount 1)
After the consumption of about 10 litres of fuel from the fully refuelled tank, an amount of fuel is displayed in l. This amount can now be safely refilled.
Warning at excessive speeds
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 29.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item Warning at (MAXI DOT display) or 
(segment display).
›
Activate the speed limit option by confirming this menu item.
›
Set the desired speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Store the speed limit by confirming the set value, or wait several seconds; your
settings will be saved automatically.
This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item Warning at (MAXI DOT display) or 
(segment display).
›
Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
If you wish to adjust the set speed limit, you can do so in 5 km/h intervals (e.g. the
accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).
›
Store the speed limit, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved auto-
matically.
Change or disable speed limit
›
Select the menu item Warning at (MAXI DOT display) or 
(segment display).
›
By confirming the stored value, the speed limit is disabled.
›
By reconfirming, the option to change the speed limit is activated.
If the pre-set speed is exceeded, an acoustic signal appears as a warning tone
and a warning message appears in the display.
Speed ... exceeded.
SPEED TOO HIGH
The speed limit set mode is stored even after the ignition is switched off and on.
After a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is deacti- vated.
MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
32
Lap timer (Stop watch)
32
The MAXI DOT display provides you with information about the current operating
state of your vehicle. The MAXI DOT display also provides you with data (depend-
ing on the equipment installed in the vehicle) relating to the Infotainment, multi-
functional indicator, and similar.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re- sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

1)
Only valid for some countries.
31Information system

Main menuFig. 10
Operating lever: Button to open
the menu item wizard
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 31.
Operating the MAXI DOT display » page 26.
Main menu points
The following information can be selected (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle).
■ Driving data » page 29
■ Assist systems » page 164 , » page 154
■ Navigation » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Navigation sys-
tem (NAV button)
■ Audio » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Audio (MEDIA button)
■ Telephone » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Communication
(PHONE button)
■ Vehicle » page 14 , Auto-check control
■ Lap timer » page 32
Menu item wizard
In the menu item Assist systems the Front Assist and the Lane Assist can be
confirmed and activated or deactivated .
The menu item Assist systems in the main menu can also be opened by pressing
the button
E
on the control lever » Fig. 10.
Note
If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be con-
firmed in order to access the main menu » page 26, Using the information sys-
tem .
Lap timer (Stop watch)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 31.
The Laptimer function offers the possibility of calculating the lap time, for exam-
ple when driving on a race course. The measured time is shown in the display.
Operation of the lap timer function » page 26, Using the information system .
The calculated times are displayed in minutes, seconds and deciseconds.
Activate Laptimer function › From the main menu of the display select the menu item
Lap timer.
The following functions are available. ■ Start - start the timing manually or continue the interrupted measurement
■ Since start - Start the timer automatically upon start-up
■ Statistics - Evaluate and reset the measured times
Time measurement
Manually start the measurement › Select the menu item
Lap timer - Start .
Start the measurement automatically
› Select the menu item
Lap timer - Since start . Timing will begin automatically
when starting up.
Start timing of next round
› Select the menu item
New lap during timing.
During timing, information about the fastest and the last lap time are also shown
in the display.
Measure split time
› During the timing, select the menu item
Split time. The split time data is dis-
played for about 5 seconds in the display.
The split time can be measured repeatedly during a round.
Stop measurement › During the timing, press the menu item
Stop.
The time measurement is stopped, the following functions are now available.
■ Continue - Continue measurement of the current lap time
■ New lap - Start measurement of the next lap time. 
32Using the system