2016 SKODA OCTAVIA ESP

OperationActionPlay the current video from the startTap  after 3 s after the start of the
playbackFast rewindPress and hold a)Play the next videoTap
Fast forwardPress and hold a)Forward / rewind the video at the de-
sired timeTapping the reproduction timelineB
» Fig. 170 on page 145
a)
The longer the function surface is held, the faster the fast forward/reverse.
DVD menu
Fig. 171
DVD menu
›
To display the DVD menu, in the main menu Video DVD, tap the function sur-
face 
» Fig. 170 on page 145 Tap.
Description of the DVD menu » Fig. 171
Operating surface
Example of the displayed menu
Function surfaces on the operating surface
SymbolOperation / Move the operating surface left / right / Show / hide full screen display of the operating
surfaceClose the operating surface   Movement in the EPG/teletextConfirmationMain menuReturn to video DVD main menuABSupported video sources and file formats
Supported video sourcesSourceInterfaceTypeSpecificationFile sys- temSD cardSD readerStandard sizeSD, SDHC, SDXC
FAT16VFAT
FAT32
exFAT NTFSUSB
devices
USB 1.x; 2.x and 3.x or
higher with support of USB 2.x
MSC
USB stick;
HDD (without any special software); The USB devicessupporting MSC operation
CD/DVDCD/DVDDrive
CD-R / RW (Up to 700 MB);
DVD±R/RW;
default DVD; DVD-Video;ISO9660;
Joliet (Level 1,2,3); UDF 1.x;UDF 2.x
-
Supported video file formats
Codec type
(File formats)File suffixMax. frames per secondMax. resolutionMPEG-1.mpeg30352 x 288MPEG-2
25720 x 576
MPEG-4.mp4QuickTime.movMatroska.mkvDivX; XviD.aviMJPEG146Infotainment

Navigation data
Navigation data source Columbus
The navigation data is stored in the Infotainment memory.
Navigation data source Amundsen
The navigation data is stored on an Original SD Card.
In order to ensure the function of the navigation, the Original SD card, with the
navigation data, must be inserted in the respective slot in the external module
» page 115 .
If the original SD card is damaged or lost, a new original SD card can be pur-
chased from the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
With a Non-original SD Card, navigation does not work .
Determining the version of the navigation data›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
 Tap
→
Version in-formation
.
Update navigation data
We recommend that you update the navigation data on a regular basis (e.g.
Due to newly developed roads and changed traffic signs).
The information on updating the navigation data is to be obtained from a
ŠKODA partner or on the following ŠKODA Internet pages.
http://go.skoda.eu/updateportal
Main menu
Fig. 202
Navigation: Main menu
›
To display , press the  button.
›
If the main menu
navigation is not shown, then press the button again .
Description of the function surfaces
A » Fig. 202
Context-dependent:
Route guidance is deactivated - Search / enter a new destination
Route guidance is enabled - The following menu is displayed:
▶Route details
- Displays the route details » page 181
▶
Change route in map
- Displays a menu for the route change in the map (ap-
plies to Infotainment Columbus) » page 182
▶
Congestion ahead
- Manually adjusts traffic conditions » page 186
▶
Enter destination
- Search / enter a new destination / stopover » page 171
▶
Stop route guidance
- Stops route guidance » page 181
The following menu is displayed:
▶
Store position
- Store the current vehicle position as a flagged destination
» page 174
▶
Routes
- Display the list of saved routes » page 183
▶
Destinations
- Display the list of stored destinations » page 174
▶
Last destinations
- Display the list of recent destinations to which route
guidance was carried out » page 173
▶
Home address
- Route guidance to your home address » page 174
Search for POIs in the categories ,
 and

Map presentation options » page 176
Operation of
Media
/
Radio
playback
Navigation settings » page 128
Map
Fig. 203
Card description
The following information and function surfaces can be displayed in the map.
Vehicle position
Route
Function surfaces for card use » page 176
Function surface of the POI 

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During input, destinations are shown in area D » Fig. 205 that best corre-
spond to the instructions.
If route guidance e.g. Is required in a car park or restaurant which is close to
the chosen destination, then the Nearby
function surface must be tapped in the
destination details of the chosen destination. Then search for and select the
desired destination.
Description of the function surfaces » Fig. 205
Choice of search
 - Searching for a destination or POI (point of interest) by name
 - Search for a point along the route (only works with active route guid-
ance)
 - Searching for a destination near the entered destination (after selec-
tion in destination details » page 179)
Input line
Depending on whether a mark is in the entry line, the following menu is
displayed.
 - View a list of visited locations corresponding to the entered charac-
ters » Fig. 205 -

 - Choose the type of destination search / destination entry (no charac-
ter is entered)
▶
Find
- Destination / POI search » Fig. 205
▶
Address
- Enter destination via the address » page 172, Enter destination
using the address
▶
On map
- Enter destination via the map point / using the GPS coordinates
» page 173
List of last destinations (no character is entered) / List of visited destina-
tions
Alphanumeric keypad
List of visited destinations
▶ To display the list of visited destinations » Fig. 205 -
 , tap on the function
surface  .
In the list of visited destinations, there is a maximum of 6 destinations shown,
each is identified with a letter. Then these destinations are shown in the map
with the icon  and a letter, which coincides with the letter in the list of desti-
nations visited.
ABCDEEnter destination using the addressFig. 206
Enter destination using the address: Main menu / list of visited
locations
Display main menu
›
Route guidance is disabled - From the navigation main menu, the function
surface  .
›
Route guidance is enabled
- From the main menu navigation, tap on the
function surface 
→
Enter destination
.
›
If the destination entry menu » Fig. 206 -
 is not shown using the address,
then tap on the function surface 
→
Address
.
Enter destination
›
Enter the destination address and then confirm.
Relevant names (e.g. Place/street names) are offered in the entry line during entry, depending on the context. Previously entered names are offered on a
preferential basis.
The location of the destination offered, which is specified in the entry line in
parentheses, can be displayed in the map by tapping the function surface
Map
.
List of locations visited
There is a possibility that a map with a list of places of the same name will be
displayed during entry » Fig. 206 -
 .
The list of places visited can also be called up during address entry by pressing
the function surface  .
In the list of visited locations, there is a maximum of 6 locations shown,
marked with a letter. Then, these places are marked with the symbol  in the
map and a letter, which coincides with the character in the list of visited loca-
tions. 
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A route destination
In the route details, the following information is displayed at the destina-
tion » Fig. 220 - 
.
Area with function surfaces
Destination information Estimated time of arrival at destination / remaining driving time to desti-
nation 1)
Remaining distance to the destination
Chosen route type (economic, fastest, shortest)
Current vehicle position (address / GPS coordinates)
The display of the arrival time or the remaining driving time can be adjusted as
follows.
▶ In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface

→ Advanced set-tings
→
Time display:
.
Several route destinations
In the route plan, the following information is displayed at the respective des- tinations » Fig. 220 -
 .
Area with function surfaces
Stopover (with sequential number)
Final destination
Estimated time of arrival at destination / stopover
Driving distance to destination / stopover
Change destinations with each other
Delete the destination
Continuation of the route guidance from the selected target (previous
waypoints are skipped)
Display the destination details » page 179
Insert destination into the route ▶ In the area
A

Enter destination
Tap the function surface and enter a new desti-
nation.
▶ or Tap on the area
A
the functional surface
destinations
and select a destina-
tion in the list of stored destinations.
AB CDAEach additional destination is added to the list as the first subsequent destina-
tion route.
Change positions of destinations with each other
▶ The relevant function surface 
and move the destination to the desired po-
sition.
With destinations on the route already reached the note Dest. reached
is dis-
played below the destination name. It is not possible to change the position of
these destinations with each other.
Store route ▶ In the area
A
, tap the function surface
Save
.
▶ Save the edited route as a new route or replace the existing saved route.
The route is stored in the route list » page 183.
Stop route guidance
▶ In the area
A
, tap the function surface
stop
.
Route change in the map
Only valid for Infotainment Columbus.
Fig. 221
Route change in the map / route transit point
A route in which no waypoints are contained, can be changed during route
guidance by adding a transit point.
Add a transit point
›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
 Tap
→
Changeroute in map
. 
1)
If the time of arrival to the final destination or remaining travelling time greater than 24 hours,
 is dis-
played inside the symbol.
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Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobiliser and steering lock
188
Switch on/off ignition
189
Starting / stopping the engine
189
Problems with the engine start - vehicles with starter button
190
Depending on equipment fitted, it is possible to switch the ignition on/off and
start/stop the engine with the key in the ignition or using the starter button .
WARNING■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
While driving with the engine stopped the ignition must always be
switched on. Otherwise, the steering may lock - danger of an accident!
■
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle
has come to a stop » page 193, Parking . Otherwise, the steering may lock -
danger of an accident!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - there is a
risk of theft etc!
■
Never (e.g. in garages) run the engine in a closed place - there is a risk of
poisoning and death!
CAUTION
■ Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary - there
is a risk of starter and engine damage!■
Do not push-start the engine – There is a risk of damaging the engine and
the catalytic converter! The battery from another vehicle can be used as a
jump-start aid.
■
On vehicles with the starter button, pay attention to where the key is loca-
ted. The system can recognize the valid key, even if it has been accidentally
left on the vehicle roof - there is danger of loss or damage to the key!
NoteDo not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start
your journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this, the engine rea-
ches its operating temperature faster.
Electronic immobiliser and steering lock
Read and observe
and on page 188 first.
The electronic immobiliser (hereinafter referred to as immobiliser) makes the
theft or unauthorised use of your vehicle more difficult.
Immobiliser
The immobiliser allows the engine to start provided an original vehicle key only
is used.
Malfunction of the immobiliser
If a component in the immobiliser key fails, it is not possible to start the en-
gine. A corresponding message appears in the display of the instrument clus-
ter to explain the immobiliser is active.
To start, use the other vehicle key or seek help from a specialist garage.
Steering lock - locking
›
On vehicles with ignition lock, remove the key and turn the steering wheel
until the steering lock engages.
›
On vehicles with a starter button, switch off the ignition and open the driv-
er's door. If the driver's door is opened and the ignition is switched off after-
wards, the steering is only locked automatically after the vehicle has been
locked.
Steering lock - unlock
›
On vehicles with ignition lock, insert the key into the ignition and turn on the
ignition. If this is not possible, then move the steering wheel slightly back
and forth, as a result of which the steering lock should unlock.
›
On vehicles with starter button, get into the vehicle and close the driver's
door. Under certain circumstances, the steering lock can be unlocked only
when the ignition is switched on or the engine is started.
WARNINGNever let the vehicle roll with locked steering lock - there is a risk of acci-
dent!188Driving

Conditions for the system function
The following conditions must be met for the system to function correctly.
The driver's door is closed.
The driver has fastened the seat belt.
The driving speed was higher than 4 km.h after the last stop.
System status
The system status is shown in the display when the vehicle comes to a halt
» Fig. 231 .
The engine is automatically switched off; when the vehicle moves off, the
ignition process will be automatically initiated.
The engine is not automatically switched off.
The engine does not shut down when the vehicle stops, if e.g. the following
applies.
▶ The engine temperature for the proper function of the system has not yet
been reached.
▶ The charge state of the vehicle battery is too low.
▶ The current consumption is too high.
▶ High air conditioning or heating output (high fan speed, big difference be-
tween the desired and actual interior temperature).
If the engine has shut down automatically but the system detects that the en- gine is required to run (e.g. if the brake pedal is pressed repeatedly) then the
system automatically starts up the engine.
More information about the current system status can be displayed in infotain-
ment screen, in the 

→

→
Veh. status
menu.
If there is a system fault , the following message will appear in the display of
the instrument cluster. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Note
■ If the driver's seat belt is removed for more than 30 seconds or the driver's
door is opened after the engine has switched off automatically, the engine will
have to be restarted manually.■
No automatic engine shut-down takes place when a vehicle with automatic
transmission is moving at low speed (e.g. during a traffic jam) and remains sta-
tionary after pressing the brake pedal lightly. Automatic engine shut-down
takes place if you press the brake pedal down with more force.
■
For vehicles with automatic transmission there is no automatic engine shut-
down when the system detects a manoeuvring action due to a large steering
angle.
manually activate/deactivate systemFig. 232
Button for the START-STOP sys-
tem
›
To deactivate/activate the system, press the
 button
» Fig. 232 .
When the system is deactivated, the symbol in the button lights up .
If the system is turned off, it will be automatically reactivated after turning the
ignition off and on.
Note
If the system is deactivated when the engine is turned off automatically, then
the automatic start process takes place.
Brakes and Parking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
192
Parking
193
The wear and tear on the brake pads is dependent on the operating condi-
tions and driving style. In difficult conditions (e.g. urban, sporty driving), the
condition of the brakes should be checked between service intervals by a spe-
cialist garage.
Brake response can be slower if the brakes are covered in moisture or, in win-
ter, have a layer of ice or salt on them . The brakes should be cleaned and
dried by applying the brakes many times over »
.
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the brake pads can occur if the vehicle
has been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the
braking system. The brakes are cleaned by applying the brakes several times
over »
. 
191Starting-off and Driving

Before negotiating a long or steep gradient , reduce speed and shift down a
gear. As a result, the braking effect of the engine will be used, reducing the
load on the brakes. If, nevertheless, there is a need for additional braking, it
should be carried out at intervals.
Emergency braking warning - If it is necessary to brake hard, the system may
cause the brake lights to automatically flash, to alert the traffic behind.
New brake pads must first be““run in”” because these do not initially have the
best possible braking effect. Drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or
so.
If the brake fluid level is too low, it can cause faults in the braking system ;
the warning light will light up in the instrument cluster » page 33
,
 Braking
system . If the warning light does not light up, yet the stopping distance is per-
ceived to be longer than before, the driving style should be adapted in view of
the unknown cause of the problem, and braking kept to a minimum - seek the
help of a specialist garage without delay.
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.WARNING■ Greater physical effort for braking is required when the engine is switch-
ed off – risk of accident!■
During the braking procedure on a vehicle with manual transmission,
when the vehicle is in gear and at low revs, press the clutch pedal. Other-
wise, the functionality of the brake system may be impaired – risk of acci-
dent!
■
Do not depress the brake pedal, if there is no requirement to slow down.
This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer braking
distance and excessive wear - There is a risk of an accident!
■
Only brake for the purpose of drying and cleaning the brake discs if the
traffic conditions permit this. Do not place any other road users in jeopardy.
■
Recommendations for new brake pads should be followed.
■
When stopping and parking, the parking brake should always be applied
firmly, otherwise the vehicle could move off - There is a risk of an accident!
■
If a front spoiler, full wheel trim, etc. is mounted retrospectively, it must
be ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced.
Otherwise, the front brakes could be in danger of overheating – There is a
risk of an accident!
HandbrakeFig. 233
Handbrake
Read and observe on page 192 first.
The handbrake secures the vehicle against unwanted movement when stop- ping and parking.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Release
›
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the lock
button » Fig. 233 .
›
Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake warning light  lights up when the handbrake is applied, pro-
vided the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the
handbrake applied. The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven
at a speed of over 5 km/h for more than 3 seconds.
WARNINGDisengage the handbrake completely. A handbrake which is only partially
disengaged can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can have a nega-
tive effect on the operation of the brake system – risk of accident!
Note
Push the armrest cover all the way back to the stop before applying the hand-
brake » page 79 .192Driving

PedalsRead and observe
on page 193 first.
The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances!
Only a floor mat (ex-factory or from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range)
which can be secured to the attachment points should be used in the driver's
footwell.
WARNINGThere should be no objects in the driver's footwell, otherwise the pedal op-
eration can be impeded - risk of accident!
Automatic transmission
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Select selector lever position
194
Selector lever lock
195
Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic)
195
Start and drive
196
The automatic transmission performs an automatic gear change irrespective of
the engine load, the operation of the accelerator, the vehicle speed and the
selected driving mode.
The modes of the automatic transmission can be adjusted by the driver by
means of the selector lever.
WARNING■ Do not accelerate when selecting drive mode prior to moving off - There
is a risk of an accident!■
Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving – There is a
risk of an accident!
WARNING (Continued)■ If the vehicle stalls with the engine running, in the D, S , R or Tiptronic
mode, then the vehicle must be prevented from rolling away by means of
the brake pedal, parking brake or using the Auto Hold function. Even when
the engine is idling, the power transmission is never completely interrupted
– the vehicle creeps.■
When leaving the vehicle, the selector lever must always be set to P .
Otherwise, the vehicle could be set in motion - risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ If you want to move the selector lever from position N to position D / S whilst
driving, the engine must be running at idling speed.■
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator
pedal – this may lead to gear damage.
Select selector lever position
Fig. 235
Selector lever settings / display
Read and observe and on page 194 first.
The selector lever can be moved through shifting to one of the following posi-
tions » Fig. 235 . In some positions you have to push the locking button
» page 195 , Selector lever lock .
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected gear are indicated in the display » Fig. 235.
Park - the position can be set only when the vehicle is at a standstill.
The drive wheels are mechanically locked.
Reverse gear - The position can only be selected when the vehicle is sta-
tionary and the engine is idling.
Neutral (idle position) - Power transmission to the drive wheels is inter-
rupted. 
PRN194Driving