Manual Gear Changing And Pedals - Skoda Superb Owner's Manual

Low brake fluid level
An insufficient level of brake fluid may result in problems in the brake system. The
level of the brake fluid is monitored electronically
Brake booster
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.
Handbrake
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 137.
Apply
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Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Release
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Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 121.
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Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake indicator light lights up when the handbrake is applied, provi-
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ded the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the hand-
brake applied.
The following instruction is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Release parking brake!
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The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven at a speed of more
than around 5 km/h for more than 3 seconds.
138
Driving
» page 15, Brake system.
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Fig. 121
Handbrake
WARNING
Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which is
only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can have
a negative effect on the operation of the brake system – risk of accident!
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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
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 138.
Always depress the clutch pedal all the way down. This prevents uneven wear on
the clutch.
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal
and hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before reverse gear is engaged to
avoid any shift noises.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the igni-
tion is on.
138
139
Fig. 122
Gearshift pattern of 5 gear or
6 gear manual gearbox
» page 24.
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