How to Adjust the Time on a 2017 Skoda Octavia?
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Locate the black cylindrical knob on the instrument panel, turn it to the left once, and the hour digits will start flashing. You can then adjust the hour by pressing the knob to increase it by one hour. Below are specific details about the Skoda Octavia: 1. Exterior Design: The new Octavia introduces RS-style kits with thoughtful changes to its appearance. The front bumper has been replaced with an RS-style design, giving it a more commanding and aggressive presence compared to the previous model. 2. Interior Design: The materials and configurations have been upgraded. The most notable interior change is the shift from a four-spoke steering wheel to a three-spoke one, complementing its youthful exterior. The interior materials and craftsmanship are significantly better than those of its Japanese and Korean counterparts in the same class. The top-tier model now features the second-generation MIB human-machine interface system, which supports gesture control. 3. Powertrain: The 2017 Skoda Octavia continues to use the 1.6L and 1.4T powertrain combination, featuring a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine and a 1.4T engine codenamed EA211. Notably, the 1.4T engine is exclusively the high-power version, unlike other Volkswagen models that offer both high and low-power versions, demonstrating Skoda's generous approach. For the transmission system, the 1.6L model is paired with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission, while the 1.4T model comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been driving an Octavia for several years, so adjusting the time is second nature to me. First, look at the cylindrical button at the bottom right of the instrument panel—press it once to bring up the menu. Then use the 0.0/SET button to scroll through the options until you find the clock icon for time settings. Press SET to confirm and enter the setting; the hour digits will start blinking. Continue pressing SET to adjust the value, then press the bottom right button again to switch to minute adjustment, using the same method to set the minutes. Here's the key point: after adjusting, don’t rush to press other buttons—the system saves automatically after about five seconds. If you have the high-end version with a multifunction steering wheel, it’s even simpler: press the right directional button to enter the menu, find the time option under vehicle settings, confirm to enter, and adjust directly. Remember, never operate this while driving—distraction is too dangerous.
My Octavia is the 2017 mid-range model, and I noticed differences in time adjustment operations across trim levels. For base models, simply press the rubber button at the lower right corner of the instrument cluster - one press brings up the main menu, then use the SET button to select the clock icon. Higher trims offer more convenience with the right-side steering wheel buttons: press the menu key to enter settings, navigate left/right to vehicle options, then locate and confirm the time settings entry. When adjusting, pay attention to distinguishing between 12/24-hour formats - simply swipe right on the time settings page to toggle. Beginners often get stuck when switching between hours and minutes - after adjusting hours, you must press the lower right button to jump to minutes (pressing SET directly won't work). Recommended to operate slowly after parking and turning off the engine - the screen automatically turning off indicates successful saving.
Adjusting the time is simpler than expected. For the 2017 Octavia, it mainly involves two steps: First, wake up the menu by pressing the button at the bottom right of the instrument panel for low-end models, or the menu button on the right side of the steering wheel for high-end models. Second, use the SET button or directional keys to select the time setting. Adjust the hour value first, then press the bottom right button to switch to minutes and adjust the minute value. After completing all operations, wait quietly for 5 seconds for automatic saving. The process is complete once the instrument panel backlight turns off. Additional reminder: Some models synchronize the time adjustment with the date display, so it's recommended to check the date accuracy as well. If the buttons don't respond, it might be due to system lag; simply lock and restart the car to resolve the issue.
