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How to Display the Total Odometer in Octavia?

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LeTaylor
07/29/25 3:25am

The Octavia's instrument panel has two small sticks. Press and hold the right stick to display the total mileage. Below is the method to display the total mileage: 1. The odometer's kilometer data is stored in an encrypted form on the instrument panel's chip. To display the desired mileage, you need to clear the data location in the chip, input the required kilometer data directly into the corresponding position on the chip, and then reinstall the chip back into the instrument panel. 2. The Octavia's odometer is located in the lower middle part of the instrument panel. The left side shows the total mileage of the car in kilometers (km), while the right side marked 'trip' displays the mileage before the current phase's reset. After resetting, it can calculate distance, test fuel consumption, and measure distance. The total mileage cannot be completely cleared during adjustment. You can press and hold the 'trip' button at the top of the wiper control lever to clear the small mileage. This only calculates the kilometers traveled in a short period and does not track fuel consumption. To check fuel consumption, you can specifically view 'Trip 1' or 'Trip 2' below for fuel consumption details. Pressing and holding the wiper head can reset the kilometers and fuel consumption at the corresponding position.

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LeEliana
08/12/25 2:06pm

I've been driving a Skoda Octavia for a while now, and the odometer display is super convenient. Usually after starting the car, the large screen in the middle of the dashboard lights up directly, with the total mileage number displayed at the top, labeled as ODO or something similar, indicating how far the car has traveled in total. No button operation is needed at all. If it's your first time driving this car, you might wonder how to switch the display—there are up and down page-turning buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. Pressing them a few times cycles through options like fuel consumption or the trip meter, but the total mileage is always there, clear at a glance. I think it's particularly important because it directly affects maintenance schedules. For example, my car requires a brake check every 8,000 kilometers, making maintenance more organized. When selling a used car, I always take a photo of the mileage to avoid getting shortchanged. The overall design is very thoughtful, saving time and being practical.

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VonEsther
10/02/25 6:14am

Checking the total mileage on the Octavia is straightforward. Just look at the center of the dashboard after starting the car—no complicated steps needed. That number represents the total distance driven, helping me track maintenance schedules. I make it a habit to check monthly to avoid surprises. If the car is in sleep mode, turning the key to the ACC position will light up the display. I find it quite user-friendly. The odometer is crucial for safe driving and maintenance costs, such as comprehensive engine inspections every 10,000 kilometers. In the used car market, I also rely on it to verify pricing accuracy. No overthinking required—just drive and it's visible, hassle-free and dependable.

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OEden
11/15/25 7:57am

As an Octavia owner, I highly value the dashboard display. The odometer automatically pops up on the central screen upon startup, making it very convenient to check the total mileage. The operation is simple—just turn the key or start the engine. This design allows me to easily monitor the vehicle's condition, such as the reminder to change the engine oil every 5,000 kilometers. For safety, avoid getting distracted by it while driving. I also pay attention to mileage changes to prevent fraud.

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TaylorLee
01/06/26 2:46am

The features of the Octavia are quite fun to explore! To display the total mileage, I use the buttons on the right side of the steering wheel to navigate to the vehicle information menu. You can easily see the ODO number there. Combined with the infotainment system, you can set reminders for maintenance dates. Mileage affects the car's value, so I often check it. While exploring, you can also discover little tricks, like using the navigation screen to view detailed records.

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