Manual Gear Changing And Pedals; Automatic Transmission - Skoda 2015 Superb Owner's Manual

Manual gear changing and pedals

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
Pedals
Manual gear changing
The gearshift pattern for the individual gear positions is shown on the gear
lever » Fig. 168.
The gear shift indicator should be observed when changing gear
Always depress the clutch pedal all the way down. This prevents uneven wear
on the clutch.
Engage reverse gear
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Stop the vehicle.
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The clutch pedal is fully depressed.
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Move the shift lever to the idle position switch and press down.
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Move the shift lever fully to the left and then forward into R position
» Fig. 168.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the
ignition is on.
WARNING
Never engage reverse gear when driving – risk of accident!
Fig. 168
The shift pattern
» page 42.
CAUTION
If not in the process of changing gear, do not leave your hand on the gear
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shift lever while driving. The pressure from the hand can cause the gear shift
mechanism to wear excessively.
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator
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pedal and the clutch – this may lead to clutch damage.
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Pedals
The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances!
In the driver's footwell, only a format may be used, which is attached to the
two corresponding attachment points.
Only use factory-supplied foot mats or foot mats from the range of
ŠKODAOriginal Accessories, which are fitted to two attachment points.
WARNING
No objects may be placed in the driver's footwell – risk due to obstruction
or limitation of pedal operation.

Automatic transmission


Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Modes and use of selector lever
Selector lever lock
Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic)
Starting-off and driving
The automatic transmission performs automatic gear changes.
The modes of the automatic transmission can be adjusted by the driver by
means of the selector lever.
WARNING
No throttle when it is set before starting the mode for moving forward
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with the selector lever - there is a risk of accident!
Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving – risk of an
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accident!
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Starting-off and Driving