2016 SKODA OCTAVIA tow

With a larger map scale than 10 km, the map is automatically oriented towards
north.›
to Change the map orientation From the main menu navigation the function
surface 1)

A
» Fig. 214 .
The map is oriented to the north
The symbol 
the vehicle position rotates, the map and the Polar Star Symbol
 1)
do not rotate.
Map oriented to the direction of travel
The map and the Polar Star Symbol 1)
rotate, the symbol 
The vehicle posi-
tion does not rotate.
Map alignment
Fig. 215
Map centring
The moved map can be centred/aligned to the vehicle, destination or route po-
sition.
On the map within the function surface
A
» Fig. 215 , the following symbols are
displayed, depending on the map display.
Aligning to the vehicle position (in the 2D or 3D map display)

Alignment to the destination position (in the destination position dis-
play)Centring and displaying the entire route (in the route display)Options for map display in the split screen
Only valid for Infotainment Columbus.Fig. 216
Map in the split screen / example of a function surface menu
›
The function surface in the split screen 
Map

 or.

» Fig. 216 -
 .
Depending on the context, some of the following function surfaces are dis-
played » Fig. 216 -
 .
Map display with the route from the current vehicle location to the desti-
nation
Change the map orientation 1)
2D - Two-dimensional map display
3D - Three-dimensional map display
Switch on/off the automatic change of scale
Road sign display
Infotainment offers the option of displaying the traffic signs stored in the navi-
gation data or detected by the front camera during guidance on the Infotain-
ment screen
G
» Fig. 203 on page 170 .
›
To switch on/off the road sign display in the main menu Navigation, tap on
the function surface 
→
Map
→
Show road signs
.
For some vehicles it is possible to set an alert when exceeding the permitted
speed limited set by a road sign.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
→
Speed warning:
. 
1)
The letter inside the symbol is dependent on the chosen Infotainment language.
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For trailer towing , We recommend that you activate recognition of road signs
relevant to trailers.›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
→
Show road signs relevant to trailers
.
Route guidance
Introduction to the subject
A route is created by starting route guidance to a destination. Additional inter-
mediate destinations can be added to the route.
The route guidance takes place as follows
▶ Through graphical driving instructions on the Infotainment screen and in the
display of the instrument cluster.
▶ With nav. announcements.
Infotainment tries to allow for continued guidance even if the navigation data
is incomplete or there is no data at all for the given area.
The route is recalculated each time if you ignore driving recommendations or change the route.
CAUTION
The nav. announcements provided may vary from the actual situations, e.g.
due to out-of-date navigation data.
Destination details
Fig. 217
Destination details
The following menu items and information are displayed in the destination de-
tails » Fig. 217 .
Area with function surfaces
Detailed destination information
Destination position in the map
Display the destination details
The destination details can be displayed in one of the following ways.
▶ While entering a destination.
▶ By tapping on the function surface 
in the destination list.
▶ By pressing 
From the main menu
Navigation (The details of the last tar-
get indicated is shown, to where route guidance is carried out or was carried
out).
Function surfaces
Using function surfaces in the field
A
the following functions can be per-
formed, depending on the context.
▶ Start / stop route guidance.
▶ Searching for a nearby destination » page 171.
▶ Setting route options.
▶ Store destination.
▶ Edit destination (the object can be deleted, renamed or saved).
▶ Dial the POI phone number (if Infotainment is connected to a
phone » page 152 , Pair and connect ).
Route calculation and start route guidance
Fig. 218
Alternative routes
Route calculation is done on the basis of the set route options. The route op-
tions can be set: 
→
Route options
.
Alternative routes
With selection of alternative routes turned on, the following menu is displayed
after the calculation of a new route » Fig. 218. 
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  Calculate the most economical route with shortest travelling time and
distance travelled – the route is highlighted green
 
Calculate the fastest route to the destination, even if a detour is nec-
essary - the route is highlighted in red
 
Calculate the shortest route to the destination, even if a longer travel-
ling time is required - the route is highlighted in orange
In the function surfaces of the alternative routes, information on the route
length and the estimated travel time and the following symbols are displayed
(applies to Infotainment Columbus).
Use of a toll motorway
Use of a train / ferry
Using a toll tunnel
Use of a toll road
Using a vignette duty highway
It is possible to select an already calculated alternative route before the calcu- lation of the remaining routes is completed.
Selecting the type of route will start route guidance.
If no route selection is made within 30 s after the calculation of all routes, the
route guidance is automatically started according to the preferred route type.
Route calculation for the trailer
When driving with a trailer or any other accessory connected to the trailer
socket, we recommend that you switch on the trailer recognition, if necessary
to set the maximum speed for towing a trailer.
›
For calculating the route for towing a trailer, tap the function surface in the
main navigation menu

→
Route options
→
 .
Demo mode
The Demo mode provides a travel simulation to the entered destination. The
function offers the option to travel through the calculated route “virtually”.
When the Demo mode is turned on, a menu for route guidance in the Demo
mode or in normal operation is displayed before the start of route guidance.
›
To switch on/off in the main menu Navigation, tap on the function surface

Tap →
Advanced settings
→
Demo mode
.
When the DemoMode is switched on, the route starting point can be defined.
ABC› In the
Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface  Tap → Advancedsettings
→
Define demo mode starting point
.›
Define the starting point by entering the address or the current vehicle posi-
tion.
›
The demo mode starting point can also be set as long as the demo mode is
turned on by tap the desired map location and the menu item
Start Demo Mode
is selected » page 176, Tap map point .
Graphical driving recommendations
Fig. 219
Driving recommendations / travel recommendation detail
The display of the graphical driving recommendations is in the extra window
Manoeuvre
as well as the display of the instrument cluster.
In the split screen
Manoeuvre
the following driving recommendations are shown
» Fig. 219 .
Street name / street number of the current vehicle position
Driving recommendations with street names / road numbers, with the
route and the travel time to the manoeuvre location
Details of driving recommendation (is displayed near the manoeuvre)
Lane guidance
In the split screen
Manoeuvre
, Infotainment also announces TMC traffic obstruc-
tions and on motorways, car parks, petrol stations or restaurants.
Speed limits
With activated function 
→
Advanced settings
→
Note: National border crossed
dis-
play the country-specific speed limits when crossing international borders.
These speed limits can be displayed by tapping the function surface 
→
Topspeeds
in the main Navigation menu is displayed.
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Forward mode / sport programme - the gear change takes place in the
position S at higher engine speeds than in mode D
(Sprung position) - choice between positions D and S
If the Sport driving mode is selected with the engine running » page 221, Se-
lect the driving mode (Driving Mode Selection) , the transmission is automati-
cally set in the S mode.
E – Economical driving mode
If the driving mode Eco or Individual (engine - Eco) » page 221 is selected and
the selection lever is in the setting D/S, the transmission is automatically set
to mode E. This mode cannot be selected with the selector lever.
The forward mode is switched up or down automatically in mode E at lower en-
gine speeds than in mode D.
Selector lever lock
Fig. 236
Shift lock button
Read and observe and on page 194 first.
The selector lever is locked in mode P and N to prevent that the forward driv-
ing is selected accidentally, thereby setting the vehicle in motion.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds
up to 5 km/h.
The selector lever lock is indicated by the illumination of the warning light .
Disengage selector lever from P mode or N
›
Press the brake pedal and the lock button at the same time in the direction
of
1
» Fig. 236 .
To move the selector lever from mode N to D / S only the brake pedal is press-
ed.
D/SThe selector lever is not locked when quickly moving across the position N
(e.g. from R to D/S ). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck,
e.g. in a bank of snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in posi-
tion N for more than approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being de-
pressed.
If it is not possible to release the gear selector from mode P in the usual man-
ner, then this can be emergency unlocked » page 277.
Note
If you want to switch the selector lever from mode P to mode D/S or vice ver-
sa, move the selector lever quickly. This prevents that you accidentally select
mode R or N.
Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic)
Fig. 237
Selector lever/multi-function
steering wheel
Read and observe and on page 194 first.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears with the selector lev-
er or multifunction steering wheel.
Switching to manual shifting using the selector lever
›
Push the gear selector from position D/S towards the right, or left in a right-
hand drive vehicle. The current gear is maintained.
Switching to manual shifting by using the rocker switches under the
multifunction steering wheel
›
To change gear , pull one of the rocker switches
-
/
+
briefly towards the
steering wheel » Fig. 237.
›
To cancel manual shift, pull the rocker switch
+
towards the steering wheel
for more than 1 s.
If you do not pull one of the rocker switches
-
/
+
for more than 1 minute,
manual shifting of the gears is deactivated automatically. 
195Starting-off and Driving

Changing gear›To shift up , tap the selector lever forwards + or pull the rocker switch +
briefly towards the steering wheel » Fig. 237.
›
To shift down , tap the selector lever backwards
-
or pull the rocker switch
-
briefly towards the steering wheel » Fig. 237.
The currently selected gear is indicated in the » Fig. 235 on page 194 display.
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 42.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached. If a lower gear
is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk of the engine
overrevving.
Note
It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual
shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and
hence the wear on the brakes.
Start and drive
Read and observe
and on page 194 first.
Moving off and stopping temporarily
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Start the engine.
›
Press the locking button and move the selector lever to the desired position
» page 194 .
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time (e.g. at a crossroads). However, the brake pedal should be de-
pressed, in order to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
Accelerate to max. speed during the journey (kickdown function)
If the accelerator pedal is depressed while the vehicle is in forward drive mode,
the kick-down function is turned on.
The gear change is adjusted accordingly to achieve maximum acceleration.
Accelerate to maximum speed when starting (launch control function) 1)
The launch control function is available in mode S or Tiptronic.
› Disable the TCS
» page 200, Braking and stabilisation systems .›START STOP deactivate » page 191, manually activate/deactivate system .›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal with your left foot.
›
Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot.
›
Release the brake pedal - the vehicle is running at maximum acceleration.
Driving in neutral (“coasting”)
When releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle moves without the braking
effect of the engine.
Operating conditions
▶ The selector lever is in the D/S position.
▶ Driving mode Eco or Individual (Drive - Eco) is selected » page 221, Select the
driving mode (Driving Mode Selection) .
▶ The vehicle is travelling at more than 20 km/h.
▶ No trailer or other accessory is connected to the trailer socket.
The gear is selected again automatically, when you depress the accelerator or
brake pedal or pull the left rocker switch
-
towards the steering wheel
» page 195 , Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic) .
WARNINGRapid acceleration ( e.g. on slippery roads) can lead to a loss of control over
the vehicle – There is a risk of accident!
Running in and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Run in engine
196
Tips on economical driving
197
DriveGreen function
197
Radiator shutters
198
Run in engine
During the first 1 500 km, the driving style is decisive for successful the run-
ning in process is. 
1)
This function is only valid for some engines.
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XDS is an extension to the electronic differential lock (EDL). XDS does not re-
spond to the relieved inner curve wheel of the driven axle in the case of fast
cornering.
By applying braking force to the relieved wheel, spinning is prevented by the
XDS. This has a positive effect on the driving stability and steerability of the
vehicle.
Active steering assist (DSR)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
The DSR indicates to the driver in critical situations a steering recommenda-tion in order to stabilise the vehicle. DSR is activated, for example, on the right
and left vehicle side when braking sharply on different road surfaces.
Brake Assist (HBA)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
HBA increases the braking effect and helps to shorten the braking distance.The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal. To ach-
ieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be applied
firmly until the vehicle has come to a complete standstill.
The HBA is automatically switched off when the brake pedal is released.
Hill Start Assist (HHC)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
When moving off on a gradient, HHC allows you to move your foot from thebrake pedal to the accelerator pedal without the vehicle rolling downhill.
The vehicle is braked by the system for about 2 seconds after releasing the
brake pedal.
The HHC is active on gradients upwards of 5 % if the driver door is closed. HHC
is always active on slopes when in forward or reverse start off.
Multicollision brake (MCB)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
MCB helps to decrease speed after a collision by means of automatic braking
interventions and to stabilise the vehicle. This reduces the risk of a subse-
quent crash due to uncontrolled vehicle movement.
The automatic brake interventions can take place only if the following condi-
tions are met.
A head-on or side collision occurred.
The impact speed was greater than approx. 10 km/h.
The brakes, the ESL and other required electrical systems remain function-
al after impact.
The accelerator pedal is not actuated.
Trailer stabilisation system (TSA)
Read and observe
on page 200 first.
The TSA helps the combination stable in situations where the trailer sways
and then the whole trailer combination.
TSA brakes the individual wheels of the towing vehicle in order to damp the rocking motion of the entire vehicle combination.
The following conditions are required for the correct TSA function. The trailer was shipped from the factory or purchased from the ŠKODA
genuine accessories.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by means of the
trailer socket.
The parking aid is activated.
The speed is greater than 60 km/h.
Further information » page 230, Towing device and trailer .
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Approximate range of sensors (in cm)Area » Fig. 244Variant 1
(4 sensors)Variant 2
(8 sensors)Variant 3
(12 sensors)A-120120B-6090C160160160D606090E--90
Audible signals
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. At a distance of approx. 30 cm a continuous tone starts to sound -
danger area. From this moment do not continue to move towards the obsta-
cle!
The acoustic signals can be set in Infotainment » page 205.
Towing a trailer
When towing, or when another accessory is connected to the trailer socket on-
ly the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 244 are active in the system.
Note
■
If with Version 3 vehicles not all fields around the vehicle silhouette are ac-
tive after activation, the vehicle should be moved forwards or backwards.■
The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher
than for rear obstacle recognition.
Display Infotainment screen
Fig. 245
Screen display
Read and observe and on page 204 first.Function surfaces and warnings » Fig. 245ARoad display.  Depending on the Infotainment type: Switching off park assistant dis-
play.  Switching audible parking signals on/off.Change to rear-view camera display .There is an obstacle in the collision area (the distance to the obstacle
is less than 30 cm). 
Stop moving in the direction of the obstacle!There is an obstacle in the road (the distance to the obstacle is great-
er than 30 cm).An obstacle is located outside of the road (the distance to the obsta-
cle is greater than 30 cm).System failure (there is no indication of obstacles).
Road display
The road display
A
» Fig. 245 indicates the road on which the vehicle would
take the current steering wheel and shift / selector lever position.
The shift lever is in the neutral position and the gear selector is in mode N. the
road display is at the front.
Activation / deactivation
Fig. 246
System key (option 2, 3)
Read and observe and on page 204 first.
Activation
The activation of the system is initiated when the reverse gear is engaged, and
with vehicles with the variant 2 and 3 , also by pressing the

» Fig. 246 but-
ton. 

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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings in Infotainment
214
Operation
215
Automatic stopping and starting
215
Operation overview
216
Start control
216
Stop/resume control
216
Set/change desired speed
217
Set the clearance level
217
Special driving conditions
217
Overtaking and towing
218
Malfunctions
218
The automatic distance control (hereinafter referred to as ACC) maintains the
set speed or the distance to the vehicle ahead without the accelerator or
brake pedal being pressed.
The front of the vehicle and the distance to the vehicle ahead is monitored by
a radar sensor » page 199.
The state in which the ACC maintains the speed or the proximity is described
as control from here on.
WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 199, in section Introduction .■
The driver must always be ready to take over the operation of the accel-
erator and brake pedal.
■
The ACC does not react when approaching a stationary obstacle, such as
traffic jams, vehicle breakdowns or vehicles waiting at a traffic light.
■
The ACC does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
■
If the ACC does not decelerate fast enough, immediately apply the vehi-
cle's foot brake.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, do not use the ACC under the following conditions.■When driving in turning lanes, motorway exits or construction sites, to
avoid an unwanted acceleration to the stored speed.■
When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
■
When road conditions are poor (e.g. ice, slippery road, gravel, dirt road).
■
Driving into “sharp” corners or in steep gradients / on steep inclines.
■
When driving through places where metal objects (such as metal build-
ings, railroad tracks, etc.) can be found.
■
When driving through very divided and enclosed spaces (such as large-ca-
pacity garages, car ferries, tunnels and the like.).
Note
■ The ACC is designed primarily for use on motorways.■The ACC reduces the speed by automatically releasing the accelerator or by
means of a braking procedure as appropriate. If the brakes are used for an au-
tomatic speed reduction at any moments, then the brake light illuminates.■
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the con-
nected trailer, the ACC becomes unavailable.
■
The control automatically cancels the engagement of the brake supportive
assistance systems (e.g. ESC) or when the maximum permitted engine speed is
exceeded.
Settings in Infotainment
Read and observe
on page 214 first.
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Driver assistance
.
■ ACC (adaptive cruise control) - Setting for the adaptive cruise control
■
Driving progr.:
- Set the vehicle acceleration when adaptive cruise control is
activated 1)
■
Last distance selected
- Switch on/off of the last distance selected
■
Distance:
- Set the distance monitoring to the vehicles ahead
1)
This can be set as follows on vehicles with a travel mode option » page 221.
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