Skoda Superb Owner's Manual page 143

Modes and use of selector lever
Fig. 123 Selector lever / display
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 139.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected
gear are indicated in the display » Fig.
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever
– Parking mode
P
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
The parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
- Reverse gear
R
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
is at idling speed.
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Driving
Fig. 124
Shiftlock button
123.
» Fig. 123.
Before moving into mode R from mode P or N, depress the brake pedal and press
the locking button at the same time
- Neutral
N
The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode.
- Mode for forwards travel (normal programme)
D
In mode D, the forward gears are automatically changed according to the engine
load, accelerator pedal actuation and driving speed.
- Mode for forwards travel (sports programme)
S
In mode S, the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at higher en-
gine speeds than in mode D.
Before changing to mode S from mode D, press the locking button
Releasing selector lever from mode P or N (selector lever lock)
The selector lever is locked in modes P and N to prevent the forwards travel
mode from being selected accidentally and setting the vehicle in motion. The
warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster
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The selector lever is released by depressing the brake pedal while the pressing
lock button at the same time » Fig.
The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving via position N (e.g. from R to
D). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck, e.g. in a bank of
snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in position N for more than
approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being depressed.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds up
to 5 km/h.
Note
If you want to move the selector lever from mode P to mode D or vice versa, move
the selector lever quickly. This prevents modes R or N from being accidentally se-
lected.
» Fig. 124.
» Fig. 124
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124.
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