2014 SKODA OCTAVIA service

AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionA2DPa software profile for the one-way audio data transfer via
Bluetooth ®ACCAdaptive cruise controlAFAlternative frequencies for the current radio stationAMAmplitude modulation - denomination of the radio frequency
rangeTCSTraction Control of the drive wheelsAVRCPa software profile for the transfer of audiovisual data using
Bluetooth ®AVan audio-visual signal, typical for a DVD player or TV tunerBTBluetooth ®
- wireless communication for reception and
transmission of voice and data informationDABDigital radio receptionDRMa system for monitoring or restricting the use of digital me-
dia contentESCElectronic Stability Controlexifadditional information data for an image fileFMIdentification of the radio-frequency rangeHFP- a software profile for data transfer via Bluetooth ®,
which
allows for communication between a mobile phone and the
in-vehicle hands-free equipmentGPSSatellite system for position determinationGSMGlobal System for Mobile communication, the most popular
standard for mobile phonesID3 tagan additional feature of a music file, which allows for the dis-
play of artist, title, album name, etc.KESSYkeyless unlocking, starting and lockingmp3compressed audio formatNTSCCoding standard of the audiovisual signal in North and Cen-
tral America and some countries in South East AsiaPALCoding standard of the audiovisual signal in most European
countriesAbbreviationDefinitionPIStation identification of the RDS system, for example when
setting a different radio stationRDSSystem for the transmission of additional information for FM
radio receptionTMCService for transmitting traffic information to the driverTPIdentification of a traffic information stationvCardFile format (vcf) - for the personnel data exchange (especial-
ly electronic business cards)VINVehicle identification numberwmacompressed audio format3Abbreviations

NoteThe operation of the external device and its connection with other devices can
be seen in the operating instructions of the respective manufacturer.
DVD video
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
34
video playback
34
Operation of DVD video
34
DVD video menu
35
Settings
35
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Impor-
tant notes .
Main menu
Fig. 24
DVD video: Main menu
The DVD video main menu is displayed when you select a source that contains
playable video files.
Explanation of graphic Select the video source
Display of the playing time / remaining time and the playing time axis is
possible within the video by moving the slider or by touching the desired
location on the time axis
Information for the selected video file (e.g., video title, chapter)
Video display area
ABCDOpen the DVD menu
Video settings
CAUTION
■ For safety reasons, the video display is switched off at speeds over 5 km/h
and the following message is displayed: The vehicle is in motion. The display
has been switched off for your safety. The unit continues to play the sound-
track.■
The regional code of the player corresponds to the location of sale. If the fol-
lowing is displayed: Does not play. The DVD's country code does not match
the system settings. Number of changes by the dealer possible: .... , consult a
ŠKODA Service partner.
video playback
›
Video playback starts automatically once the medium is inserted in the CD/
DVD slot.
or
›
Press the button 
→

→
A
» Fig. 24 on page 34 .
■ 
CD/DVD - Select the DVD inserted
Supported media and formats › DVD video
› DVD audio
› DVD A/V
Operation of DVD video
But-
ton
» Fig. 24 on
page 34
ActionFunction
 /PressPlay / PausePress briefly (within 3 seconds
of the start of the video play- back)Play the previous videoPress briefly (3 seconds after
the start of the video playback)Play the current video from the
startPress and hold button a)Fast video reverse
34Audio/Video/Images

Introductory informationRead and observe
and on page 37 first.
The device allows for a wireless connection to the telephone. Your telephonecan be operated from the device.
ŠKODA permits the operation of telephones and two-way radio systems with a
professionally installed external aerial and a maximum transmission power of
up to 10 watts.
Please ask at a specialist workshop about installing and operating telephones
and two-way radio systems that have a transmission power of more than 10 W.
Operating telephones or two-way radio systems may interfere with the func-
tionality of the electronic systems in your vehicle.
The reasons for this are as follows:
› no external aerial;
› external aerial incorrectly installed;
› transmission power greater than 10 watts.
Note
■
We recommend that the installation of telephones and two-way radio sys-
tems in a vehicle be carried out by a specialist garage.■
The telephone functions are dependent on the mobile network operators, as
well as the telephone being used. Further information is available from the
mobile network operator or to refer to the manual of the telephone.
■
In signal-free areas reception can be disturbed or a call may be disconnected.
■
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. In exceptional
cases, electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals and
telephone service may be disrupted.
Main menu
Fig. 27
Phone: Main menu
Read and observe and on page 37 first.
Explanation of graphic
Name of the mobile network provider
Name of the connected telephone, press to open a list of paired tele-
phones
Speed dial favourite telephone numbers » page 43
Direct entry of a telephone number » page 44
Display the telephone book » page 44
Display of call list (there are new missed calls, the icon will appear here 
with the information about the number of missed calls) » page 45
Menu settings for the Telephone » page 39
Call up the main menu
›
Press the  button.
If a telephone is connected to the device, the telephone mode main menu is
displayed » Fig. 27.
Symbols in the display
SymbolMeaningCharge status of the telephone battery a)Signal strengtha)Roaming (before the name of the mobile network provid-
er) a)Missed callCurrent calla)
This function is only supported by some telephones.
Problems with the Telephone function
Read and observe
and on page 37 first.
If there are problems with the availability of the network or with the Blue-
tooth ®
function, the following messages appear on the device display screen. 

ABC38Phone

Touch 3 or 4 » Fig. 43 on page 58 to start the POI search for the selected
search area.
Search near the entered address or near the point entered on the
map
Fig. 46
POI search: near the entered address entered/near the entered
map point
Explanation of graphic Country
City
Street
touch to open a screen to enter a point on the map » page 56
Country
City
Street
The figure applies to the following search area options
1
» Fig. 43 on
page 58 .
■ Near address - Searches in the vicinity of the entered address
■ Select on map - Searches in the vicinity of the entered map point
The displayed menu items, in the search area by address entry, can be
changed.
The menu items in the search area by map point entry are for information only
and cannot be changed.
Touch
3
or
4
» Fig. 43 on page 58 to start the POI search for the selected
search area.
ABCDEFGPOI categories
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car and travel
60
Dining and shopping
61
Businesses and public facilities
61
Emergencies
61
Attractions and leisure
61
Other destinations displayed in the map
61
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Impor-
tant notes .
The map screen can display symbols for the destination type name.
■ Select all - Displays a list of all destinations in the search area, with the near-
est POI listed at the top
■ Categories (alphabetical) - Displays all POI categories in alphabetical order
■ Car and travel
■ Dining and shopping
■ Companies and public services
■ Emergencies
■ Attractions and leisure
Car and travel
Sym-
bolMeaning SymbolMeaningBus stops Petrol stationsLPG filling stations Natural gas stationsMotorway intersections Motorway junctionsHotels and motels Border crossingsAirports Railway stationsMotorway services Car parksCar rental Skoda dealersSkoda service Ferries and motorail trainsTourist information  60Navigation

Switch display of company logos on/off.
Dining and shopping
Sym-bolMeaning SymbolMeaningElectronics CafesShopping centres NightlifeClothing Cash machinesRestaurants Wine and spirits
Businesses and public facilities
Sym-bolMeaning SymbolMeaningBanks Community centresPlaces of worship CompaniesCemeteries Convention centresPost office Government and adminis-
trationEducational institutions Embassies
Emergencies
Sym- bolMeaning SymbolMeaningChemists Medical servicesHospitals Police Attractions and leisureSym-bolMeaning SymbolMeaningAutostadt GolfCasinos CinemasMuseums MonumentsParks Sports centresRecreational airports Tourist attractionsBoating Performing artsAmusement parks Skiing
Other destinations displayed in the map
Sym-bolMeaning SymbolMeaningHome address FavouriteDestination Stopover destinationCity centre Town centre
Route guidance
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Route calculation
62
Explanation of graphic navigation instructions
62
Nav. announcements
62
Route
63
Lane guidance
63
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Impor-
tant notes .
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›Traffic programme TP in the FM frequency range
» page 23.
› Traffic programme in the DAB frequency range
› TMC traffic information with a dynamic adjustment for the current route
The following conditions are required for the correct TMC function: The vehicle is within reception range of the FM RDS-TMC.
Adequate and uninterrupted signal reception of a traffic information sta-
tion 1)
.
Current navigation data in the device.
Operation
TMC (Traffic Message Channel) is a digital data service emitted by the radio
station for continuous transmission of traffic information.
›
Press  to display a list of traffic reports
Traffic report …/….
Touch one of the traffic report entries to display traffic report de-
tails » page 64 .
If a TMC traffic radio station is available for current location, the TMC traffic re-
ports are updated continuously in the background. The station you are listen-
ing to does not have to be a TMC station.
The reception of TMC traffic reports is always switched on and cannot be
turned off.
The accuracy of the dynamic route guidance depends on the transmitted traf-
fic reports. The radio stations broadcasting this information are responsible for
the content.
TMC traffic reports can only be evaluated and saved by the radio navigation
system when navigation data are available for the driven area.
Switching dynamic route on/off
›
In the Navigation main menu, press

→ Route Options → Dynamic route .
When the Dynamic route » page 48 function is switched on, the traffic reports
influence the dynamic route guidance by means of TMC messages.
Dynamic route switched on
Information on traffic problems received via TMC which affect the route are displayed in the map by means of a coloured symbol (e.g., 
, 
, 
, etc.). Traffic
problems, which do not affect the route, are displayed in the map by means of
a grey symbol. The direction in which a traffic problem is found, is displayed by
means of an arrow in the symbol.
Dynamic route switched off
You are not alerted to received traffic disruptions along your route and are gui-
ded through the traffic disruption by the radio navigation system. The traffic
reports are updated automatically in the unit and displayed by pressing the
button 
.
If one of the announced traffic disruptions lies on your route, you can switch on dynamic route guidance during your current route guidance or block the
route manually » page 63.
Note
Making a diversion from a traffic jam based on TMC traffic reports may not al-
ways offer a time advantage, e.g. if the diversion route is also congested.
Detailed traffic reports
After pressing the 
button, a screen appears with the following informa-
tion:
■ Function key All - Show all traffic information
■ Function key Route - only display the traffic information on the current route
■ A map showing the traffic obstruction
■ A window with a description of the traffic information
■ Location of event, the accuracy depends on the timeliness of the naviga-
tion data
■ Description of up to three events related to the respective information
■ Description of the direction with respect to the event
■ probable duration of the event
■ Additional information, such as probable delay time
■ An information line, on how current the information is and on the provider
of the message
■ Symbol that specifies the type of information
■  - zoom in window with described traffic obstruction 
1)
For vehicles with window antennas, if the windows have foil stuck to them or metal-coated stickers this
may cause you to experience some interference.
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Vehicle
Vehicle systems
Vehicle settings
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Selection of travel mode (Driving Mode Selection)
68
Vehicle data
69
Auxiliary heater and ventilation
70
ESC-and ASR systems
70
Tyre
70
Assistance systems
71
Parking and manoeuvring
71
Light
72
mirrors and wiper
72
Opening and closing
72
Seats
72
Multifunction display
73
Service
73
Restore factory settings
73
Climatronic settings
73
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Impor-
tant notes .
Settings relating to the vehicle systems can only be made when the ignition is
switched on.
Note
■ The individual systems are described in the » Vehicle Owner's Manual .■If the functions of some systems are disabled, some functions, such as parts
of the ESC system, are switched on again automatically for security reasons,
after switching the ignition off and on.Selection of travel mode (Driving Mode Selection)Fig. 50
Button for selecting the driving mode: Version 1/version 2
The menu for the selection of the driving mode allows you to select one of the
driving modes ( Normal, Sport , Eco , Individual ).
If a driving mode other than Normal is selected, then the symbol lights up on
the button  or

» Fig. 50 .
The currently selected driving mode is displayed in the info field in the main
menus next to the icons 
» Fig. 55 on page 73 (top left).
Call up the main menu
›
Press the button  or

» Fig. 50 .
■ Normal - Activates Normal mode
■ Cancel - Cancel the menu to select the driving mode
■ Information - Information concerning the mode settings
■ Sport - Activates Sport mode
■ Cancel - Cancel the menu to select the driving mode
■ Information - Information concerning the mode settings
■ Eco - Activates the fuel-saving mode
■ Cancel - Cancel the menu to select the driving mode
■ Information - Information concerning the mode settings
■ Individual - Activates the Individual mode
■ Cancel - Cancel the menu to select the driving mode
■ Setup - Individual setting
■ Steering: - Set the power steering characteristics
■ Normal - Normal
■ Sport - Sports 
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■Store seat position - Store the driver's seat position and exterior mirror posi-
tion in the remote control key when locking the vehicle ■ Vehicle key activated - Activate/deactivate storing the driver's seat posi-
tion and exterior mirror position when locking the vehicle
Multifunction display
›
Press the button 
→ 
→ Multifunction display .
In this menu it is possible to hide/show the appearance of the menu items in
the instrument cluster multifunction display and reset the driving data.
■ Current consumption - Display of current fuel consumption on/off
■ Average consumption - Display of average fuel consumption on/off
■ Refuel quantity - Display of refuel quantity on/off
■ Convenience consumers - Display of fuel consumption of convenience con-
sumers on/off
■ Eco tips - Display of tips for economical driving on/off
■ Travelling time - Display of travelling time on/off
■ Distance - Display of distance travelled on/off
■ Average speed - Display of average speed on/off
■ Digital speed display - Display of current speed on/off
■ Speed warning - Winter tyres warning on/off
■ Oil temperature - Oil temperature on/off
■ Reset "Since start" driving data - Reset the single-trip memory in the device
screen and in the display of the instrument cluster
■ Reset "Long-term" driving data - Reset the long-term memory in the device
screen and in the display of the instrument cluster
Service
›
Press the button 
→

→ Service .
■ Vehicle number: - Display of the vehicle identification number
■ Inspection: --- / --- - - Number of km/days remaining until the next service
event
■ Oil change service: --- / --- - Number of km/days remaining until the next oil
change
Restore factory settings
›
Press the button 
→

→ Factory settings .
In this menu you have the possibility to reset the menu items in the settings of
the vehicle systems to factory settings.
■ All settings - Restoration of the settings all menu items
■ Driver assistance - Restoration of the driver assistance menus
■ Parking and manoeuvring - Restoration of the Parking and manoeuvring
menu items
■ Light - Restoration of the light menus
■ Mirrors and wipers - Restoration of the Mirrors and wipers menu
■ Opening and closing - Restoration of the Opening/closing menu items
■ Multifunction display - Restoration of the Multifunction display menus
If one of the above menu items is selected, the system will ask you whether
you really want to restore the settings.
■ Cancel - Return to higher-level menu
■ Reset - Restore the settings
Climatronic settings
Fig. 55
Climatronic: Main menu
In the Climatronic menu the system displays the desired temperature for the
driver's side and front passenger side » Fig. 55.
Depending on the desired temperature, the airflow from the air outlet vents is
shown in blue (temperature under 22 °C) or red (temperature above 22.5 °C).
When using Climatronic in automatic mode, the lettering AUTO is shown on
the screen.
Call up the main menu
›
Press the  button on the Climatronic control panel.
■ Air con. profile: - Set the Climatronic operating mode
■ ON /OFF - Switches Climatronic on/off
■  - Set the auxiliary heater and ventilation
» page 70
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