Where is the gear switch of Skoda Octavia?

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GiselleAnn
07/30/25 4:43am
Skoda Octavia gear switch is generally located near the gear shift cable on the transmission. Locate the gear lever: After entering the car, you can see the position of the vehicle's gear lever. Gear introduction: The "P" gear is the parking gear, which should be engaged after the vehicle is parked. The "R" gear is the reverse gear, so be careful when reversing. Engaging the "N" gear means neutral. Putting the gear into "D" is the forward gear for automatic transmission. The "S" gear is the sport mode forward gear. You can also switch to manual mode: Skoda Octavia can also be driven using manual mode.
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