Table of Contents
Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars5
Printed Owner's Manual
7
Online Owner's Manual
8
Notes
9
Structure of the Owner´s Manual and further
information
10
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
12
General information
12
Correct and safe seated position
12
emergency call
14
Seat belts
15
Using seat belts
15
Inertia reel and belt tensioners
18
Airbag system
19
Description of the airbag system
19
Airbag deactivation
22
Transporting children safely
23
Child seat
23
Fastening systems
27
Operation
Cockpit
31
Overview
30
Instruments and warning lights
32
Instrument cluster
32
Warning lights
33Information system43Driver information system43
Operation of the information system
45
Driving data (Multifunction display)
46
MAXI DOT display
48
Service interval display
49
Personalization
50
Unlocking and opening
52
Unlocking and locking
52
Anti-theft alarm system
57
Manually operated tailgate
58
Electric boot lid
59
Window operation
61
Panoramic tilt / slide sunroof
63
Lights and visibility
65
Light
65
Interior lighting
71
Viisibility
72
Windscreen wipers and washers
73
Rear view mirror
75
Seats and head restraints
78
Front seats
78
Rear seats
80
Headrests
83
Seat heating and ventilation
85
Heated steering wheel
86
Practical features
87
Interior equipment
87
Electrical sockets
96
Ashtray and cigarette lighter
98
Tablet holder
99Transport of cargo100Luggage compartment100
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
106
Transportation on the roof rack
108
Heating and ventilation
109
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
109
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
114
Online services ŠKODA Connect
117
Introductory information
117
Care Connect-Services
118
infotainment online-Services
118
Infotainment
Introductory information
120
Important information
120
Infotainment Overview
121
Infotainment operation
124
Infotainment operation
124
Voice control
127
Updating the Infotainment software
129
Infotainment settings - Columbus, Amundsen,
Bolero
130
Infotainment system settings
130
Radio menu settings
133
Media menu settings
134
Image menu settings
134
Video DVD menu settings
134
Settings
134
SmartLink menu settings
136
Navigation menu settings
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Infotainment settings - Swing138Infotainment system settings138
Radio menu settings
140
Media menu settings
140
Import contactsTelephone menu settings
140
SmartLink menu settings
141
Radio
141
service
141
Media
144
service
144
Audio sources
146
Images
151
Image viewer
151
Video DVD
153
video player
153
Media Command
154
Operation
154
Telephone
156
Introductory information
156
Pairing and connecting
159
Use the SIM card in the external module
162
rSAP
163
Telephone functions
164
Text messages (SMS)
168
Hotspot (WLAN) and data connection
170
Hotspot (WLAN)
170
Data Connection
171
SmartLink
172
Introductory information
172
Android Auto
173
Apple CarPlay
174
MirrorLink®
175
application ŠKODA One App
176Navigation 178Introductory information178
Search for destination and enter
182
Import your own goals
187
Map
189
Route guidance
192
Route
194
Waypoint mode
196
Traffic reports
199
Vehicle systems
201
CAR - Vehicle settings
201
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
202
Starting and stopping the engine
202
START-STOP-System
204
Brakes and Parking
206
Manual gear changing and pedals
208
Automatic transmission
209
Running in the engine and economical
driving
212
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
213
Assist systems
215
General information
215
Braking and stabilisation systems
215
OFF ROAD mode
218
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
220
Rear traffic alert and wizard for “Blind
spot”Monitoring
224
Rear View Camera
227
Area View (AreaView)
230
Park Assist
233
Trailer manoeuvring assistant (Trailer Assist)
237
Cruise Control System
239
Speed limiter
241
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
243Front Assist248Select the driving mode (Driving Mode
Selection)251
Proactive passenger protection (Crew Protect
Assist)
253
Spurhalteassistent (Lane Assist)
254
Traffic jam assistant
256
Assistant for emergencies
257
Traffic sign recognition
257
Fatigue detection
259
Tyre pressure monitoring
260
Towing device and trailer
261
Hitch
261
Using hitch
263
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
266
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
266
Service intervals
268
Cleaning and care
270
Inspecting and replenishing
274
Fuel
274
AdBlue ®
and its refilling
277
Engine compartment
278
Engine oil
280
Coolant
281
Brake fluid
282
Vehicle battery
283
Wheels
285
Wheels and tyres
285
Operating in winter conditions
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ServiceRead and observe
on page 34 first.
illuminates – information regarding a service appointment that is due
» page 49 , Service interval display .
Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Display in the instrument cluster
43
Setting the clock
44
Gear recommendation
44
Vehicle condition
45
Display in the instrument cluster
Fig. 24
Display types: MAXI DOT / Segment Display
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the information system uses the dis- play in the instrument cluster to provide the following information » Fig. 24.
Time / symbols of the Infotainment voice control
Engaged gear / gear recommendation
Selector lever positions for the automatic gearbox
Warning lights of the START-STOP system
Compass display 1)
Detected traffic signs
Driving data (multifunction display)
Warning lights
Information messages
1231)
Applies to vehicles with factory-installed navigation system.
43Information system
The indicator is automatically set back to zero if one of the indicated values is
exceeded.Since refuel
(
) or “3” (
)
The driving data is stored in the memory since the last fuel refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
›
For the Storage choice , repeatedly confirm the selected indication and select
the desired memory.
›
For Deleting the memory for the selected information, hold down the button
confirming the specification.
The following driving data are stored. ▶ Average fuel consumption.
▶ Distance driven.
▶ Average speed.
▶ Driving time.
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
MAXI DOT display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Menu item
Navigation48
Menu item
Audio48
Menu item
Telephone48
Menu item
Assist systems49
The MAXI DOT display is a user interface which, depending on the equipment
configuration, provides information about the Infotainment, the multifunction
display, the assistance systems etc.
The menus with details can be operated and displayed using the buttons on
the operating lever or the multifunction steering wheel » page 45.
Main menu items (depending on vehicle equipment) ■
Journey data
» page 46
■
Assist systems
» page 49
■
Navigation:
» page 48
■
Audio
» page 48
■Telephone » page 48 ;
■Vehicle
» page 45
Note
■
If warning messages are displayed, these messages must first be confirmed
to access the main menu.■
The display language can be set in Infotainment » page 131, Setting the In-
fotainment language and » page 139 , Setting the Infotainment language .
Menu item
Navigation
The following information is displayed in the
Navigation
menu item.
▶ Driving recommendations
▶ Compass
▶ Last destinations
Menu item
Audio
The following information is displayed in the
Audio
menu item.
Radio
▶ Currently playing station (name/frequency).
▶ The selected frequency range (e.g. FM) optionally with the number of the sta-
tion button (e.g. FM3), if the station is stored in the memory list.
▶ List of available stations (if more than 5 stations can be received).
▶ TP traffic announcements.
Media
▶ Name of the track being played, if necessary, further information regarding
title (e.g. artist, album name), if this information is stored as a so called ID3
tag on the audio source.
Menu item
Telephone
The call list with the following symbols is displayed in the
Telephone
menu item.
Incoming call
Outgoing call
Missed call
48Operation
NoteVehicles with the personalisation function are provided with three vehicle
keys.
Overview of some personalized functions
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
▶Driving mode - the last selected mode, mode setting
Individual
▶Setting the electrically adjustable driver's seat.
▶ Exterior mirror adjustment.
▶ Assistance systems - Lane Assist, parking aid (Park Pilot).
▶ Light - ambient lighting, convenience turn signal, COMING HOME / LEAVING
HOME.
▶ Climatronic - temperature in each individual area, fan speed, recirculation
mode.
▶ Infotainment settings - brightness level of the screen, keyboard arrange-
ment.
▶ Radio - sound settings, station sorting.
▶ Media - shuffle / repeat title, selected video format.
▶ Voice control - acoustic signals.
▶ Navigation - home address, alternative routes, recommended route, remind-
er of the lack of fuel.
Note
The scope of the personalisation functions is dependent on the type of Info-
tainment package.
Setting the personalization
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
›
On Infotainment, press the button, then tap the function surface
→
Personalisation
.
The following menu items are displayed.
Personalisation
Active
- activate/deactivate the personalisation
Select a user account
A list of user accounts with the option to manage user accounts and to switch
to another account.
■ - Account management with the following options:
■Rename user account
- rename the user account (not applicable to the
Guest
account)
■
Copy settings to another account
- copy the settings of an active user account to
another user account
■
Reset user account
- reset the selected user account to factory settings
Adjusting ■
Key assignment:
- options for assigning the vehicle key to the user account:
■
Manual
- detected vehicle key must be assigned to the active user account
manually
■
Automatic
- detected vehicle key automatically assigned to a different ac-
count of the active user account
■
Assign vehicle key to current user account
- manual assignment of the detected ve-
hicle key to the active user account - follow the instructions on the Infotain-
ment screen
■
Reset all
- reset the personalisation and the user accounts to factory settings
51Information system
WARNING■The mirrors with automatic dimming contain electrolyte fluid which may
leak if the mirror glass is broken - this can irritate skin, eyes and the respi-
ratory system.■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolyte fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes with plenty of water. Seek
medical assistance if required.
Interior mirror dimming
Fig. 67
Interior mirror: manual dimming/auto-darkening
Read and observe
on page 75 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 67
Basic position of the mirror (not dimmed)
Mirror blackout
Mirror with automatic dimming
The mirror dimming » Fig. 67 is automatically controlled after the engine start.
When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
12WARNING■ Attach external devices (e.g. navigation system) not in the vicinity of the
mirror with automatic dimming . The illuminated display of an external de-
vice can affect the function of the rear-view mirror - it could cause an acci-
dent.■
The automatic dimming mirror only functions smoothly if the light falling
on the sensors is not compromised (e.g. by the sunshade at the back). The
sensors are located on the front and back of the mirror.
Exterior mirrors
Fig. 68
Exterior mirror operation
Read and observe on page 75 first.
The exterior mirrors can (depending on vehicle equipment) have a manual or electric fold-in function, automatic dimming and memory function.
The rotary knob can be moved into the following positions (depending on ve- hicle equipment)
Adjusting the left-hand mirror area
Switch off mirror control
Adjusting the right-hand mirror area
Mirror heating (only works when the engine is running)
Folding in the mirrors electrically (to fold back, move the rotary knob to an-
other position) »
Setting the mirror area
›
Move the rotary knob in the direction of arrows » Fig. 68.
If the mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted manually by
pressing on the edge of the mirror area.
76Operation
The range of available applications and their functionality is dependent on the
Infotainment model, vehicle and region.
The function of mobile applications can be influenced by the quality of the In- ternet connection.
Some applications are dependent on the availability of services that are provi-
ded by third parties.
Infotainment Overview
Description - Infotainment Columbus
Does not apply to South Korea.
Fig. 160
Infotainment Columbus
Left control dial for switching Infotainment on and off; volume adjustment
Control dial for calls and confirmations
Radio menu » page 141
Media menu » page 144
Telephone menu » page 156
Voice control: » page 127
Navigation menu » page 178
SmartLink menu » page 172
Vehicle system settings » page 201
Overview of Infotainment menu » page 126
Touchscreen » page 123
123456789Description - Infotainment AmundsenFig. 161
Infotainment Amundsen
Left control dial for switching Infotainment on and off; volume adjustment
Control dial for calls and confirmations
Radio menu » page 141
Media menu » page 144
Telephone menu » page 156
Voice control: » page 127
Navigation menu » page 178
SmartLink menu » page 172
Vehicle system settings » page 201
Overview of Infotainment menu » page 126
Touchscreen » page 123
123456789121Introductory information
›To
reduce volume , turn the controller anticlockwise.›To
mute , turn the controller to the left to 0.›
or:
press the button (applies to Infotainment Swing).
The following symbol appears on the screen when the sound is muted
,
If, at the time of muting, sound is played from the source in the Media menu,
then the playback is interrupted (pause) 1)
.
CAUTION
■ High volumes can cause sound resonance in the vehicle.■When changing or connecting an audio source, this may cause sudden
changes in volume. Reduce the volume before changing or connecting an au-
dio source.
Electronic voice amplification for driver and passenger
Applies to Infotainment Columbus, Amundsen, Bolero.
The voice enhancer allows transmission of the driver's and passenger's voice
on the speakers in the rear.
The volume of the voice can gain by pressing the button
and tapping the
functional face
→
Voice enhancer
be adjusted.
Infotainment menus
Applies to Infotainment Columbus, Amundsen, Bolero.
Fig. 169
Overview of Infotainment menu
›
To display the overview of the Infotainment menu press the button .
Overview of Infotainment menu
» Fig. 169
Radio menu » page 141
Media menu » page 144
Images menu » page 151
- Sound settings » page 130
Infotainment settings
Online services » page 117
Vehicle system settings » page 201
List of traffic messages (TMC) » page 199 (Applies to Infotainment Colum-
bus, Amundsen)
Navigation menu » page 178 (Applies to Infotainment Columbus, Amund-
sen)
Telephone menu » page 156
Media Command menu» page 154 (Applies to Infotainment Amundsen)
SmartLink menu » page 172
When connecting a supported external device instead of the symbol
the actual connection is shown instead of a symbol ▶ Android Auto
» page 173
▶
Apple CarPlay
» page 174
▶
MirrorLink®
» page 175
Configuration wizard
Fig. 170
Configuration Wizard: Display
example
The configuration wizard is automatically displayed if there are at least two
non-selected menu items after turning on Infotainment, or if a new personali-
sation user account is selected.
1)
Does not apply for AUX.
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