How to display gearbox, oil and coolant temperatures in the Virtual Cockpit on Skoda Octavia 4 (NX)
This guide shows how to unlock numeric temperature readouts in the digital cockpit (Active Info Display) on a Skoda Octavia 4 (NX, 2020+). Three values can be enabled the same way through module 17 (Instruments):
- Gearbox / transmission temperature — DSG fluid temperature, displayed in °C
- Engine oil temperature — actual oil temperature, not just the coolant
- Coolant temperature — exact value in °C, replacing the simple cold/normal/hot bar
After coding, you can show any of these on the second info layout in the cluster, viewed via the View button on the steering wheel.
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Video: How to enable transmission, oil and coolant temperature display on Skoda Octavia 4 NX (OBDeleven one-click app)
The video walks through doing this with OBDeleven’s one-click app for transmission temperature; the same pattern applies to the oil and coolant temperature apps. The 6 manual steps below are what’s happening underneath if you’d rather do it through the adaptation menu in OBDeleven Pro or VCDS.
Supported vehicles
| Vehicle |
|---|
| octavia-mk4 |
Technical overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Skoda Octavia 4 |
| Year | 2020 |
| System | 17 – Instruments (digital cockpit / Virtual Cockpit) |
| Procedure type | Adaptation (one channel per temperature) |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Time required | ~5 minutes |
| Prerequisites | OBDeleven Pro/Ultimate or VCDS, SFD unlock, ignition ON, |
Step-by-step procedure
- Engine off, ignition off. Plug your OBDeleven dongle (or VCDS cable) into the OBD2 port under the dashboard on the driver’s side.
- Switch the ignition on. If you’re using the OBDeleven one-click app, also open the engine hood — the app uses the hood-open signal as a safety confirmation before writing the change.
- Select control module 17 – Instruments.
- Open Adaptation – 10.
- From the top dropdown, select the channel for the temperature you want:
- For transmission: Configuration of displayable content – Gearbox temperature
- For oil: Configuration of displayable content – Oil temperature
- For coolant: Configuration of displayable content – Coolant temperature
- In the Value field, select Enabled (or active, depending on the tool’s translation) and validate.
Repeat for each of the three temperatures you want to show. After writing, cycle the ignition off → on. Press the View button on the right steering wheel spoke and scroll to the additional info layout — the new gauges should appear there.
Additional Information & Compatibility Notes
Before using or purchasing any diagnostic tool for this procedure, always verify compatibility with your exact vehicle model, year and system configuration. Supported functions may vary depending on software version, hardware revision and regional limitations.
A few things specific to this procedure:
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Legal & safety notice
This procedure modifies vehicle system settings through the control module. Incorrect use may cause faults or warning lights. Always ensure the vehicle is secured and follow proper safety procedures.
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