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ŠkodaSuperb
OWNER´ S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaSuperb OWNER´ S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Introduction You have opted for a Škoda - our sincere thanks for your confidence in us. Your new Škoda offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. That is why, we recommend that you read this Owner's Manual attentively to enable you to become familiar with your car and all that it offers as quickly as possible.
  • Page 3 Introduction On-board literature The other chapters of the Owner's Manual are also important, however, for proper treatment of your car - in addition to regular The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's care and maintenance - helps to retain its value and in many Manual”...
  • Page 4 Introduction Technical Data includes the most important identification data of your vehicle.
  • Page 5 Introduction...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Layout of this Owner's Manual Visibility ......Automatic gearbox* ....Windshield wiper and wash system .
  • Page 7 Contents Driving Tips Cooling system ..........Brake fluid .
  • Page 8 Contents...
  • Page 9: Layout Of This Owner's Manual (Explanations)

    Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make WARNING it easy for you to find and absorb the information you require. The most important notes are marked with the heading Warning. Chapters, table of contents and subject index These Warning notes draw your attention to a serious risk of acci- The text of the manual are divided into relatively short sections which are...
  • Page 10: Using The System

    Using the system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
  • Page 11 Cockpit Fig. 1 Certain items of equipment shown in the illustration are only fitted to particular model versions or are optional items of equipment...
  • Page 12: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit An overview Switch for the front passenger airbag* in front passenger stowage compartment ......Fuel filler flap remote release .
  • Page 13 Cockpit Control dial for heating on the front passenger seat ..Lockable storage compartment on the front passenger side Note • Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models. •...
  • Page 14: Instruments And Indicator/Warning Lights

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights General view of the instrument cluster Fig. 2 Instrument cluster − with counter for distance driven ....Engine revolutions counter .
  • Page 15: Engine Revolutions Counter

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Engine revolutions counter Cold range If the pointer is still in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at ⇒ page 13, fig. 2 The start of the red zone in the revolutions counter high engine speeds, at full throttle and at severe engine loads.
  • Page 16: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Fuel gauge Digital clock ⇒ page 13, fig. 2 The fuel gauge only operates when the ignition is switched on. The fuel tank has a capacity of about 62 litres. The warning symbol  the instrument cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve marking.
  • Page 17: Speedometer With Counter For Distance Driven

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Speedometer with counter for distance Fault display dEF will appear as a constant text in the display field of the counter for driven distance driven if there is a fault in the instrument cluster. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist workshop.
  • Page 18 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, the information It is also possible for you to reset the Service Interval Display with the ⇒ page 16, fig. 5 appears in the display of the counter for distance driven or in the informa- reset button as follows (does not apply to models tion...
  • Page 19: Multi-Functional Indicator (Onboard Computer)

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Multi-functional indicator (onboard ⇒ page 21 Driving time computer) ⇒ page 21 Distance driven ⇒ page 21 Average speed Introduction Note In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of measures. Memory Fig. 6 Multi-functional indicator: Average fuel consumption The multi-functional indicator appears in the display of the revolutions...
  • Page 20 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Using the system The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the display. A 2 shown in the display means that data relates to the total distance memory (memory 2). ⇒...
  • Page 21 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The following readouts of the selected memory will be set to zero by WARNING button • Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temper- average fuel consumption, • ature display that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black distance driven, ice may also be present on the road surface even at temperatures •...
  • Page 22 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Distance driven The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low speed. The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display ⇒ page 18. If you wish to calculate the distance driven from a particular time of day you must first erase the memory at this moment in Average fuel consumption ⇒...
  • Page 23: Information Display

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Information display* The display of text is possible in the following languages: Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese. Introduction You can have the relevant language set by a specialist garage. The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle): ⇒...
  • Page 24 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Menu – You can select the menu through the rocker switch . The selected information is displayed after pressing the button for a short time or after releasing the rocker switch (after about 4 seconds). You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on the vehicle): ⇒...
  • Page 25: Auto Check Control

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar Radio display warning Fig. 13 Information display: Radio display Fig. 12 Information display: Door warning These displays appear in addition to the normal information in the radio display. The door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning lights up when at least one of the three items door, luggage compartment or bonnet are not closed when the ignition is turned on.
  • Page 26 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indi- The text will disappear once you select a drive position (R, D etc.), and the cate a warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in Auto Check Control function is displayed.
  • Page 27 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Yellow symbols – Obtain professional assistance. A yellow symbol signals a warning. Meaning of the red symbols:  ⇒ page 37 Faults in the brake surface Coolant level too low/coolant tempera-  ⇒ page 32 ture too high ...
  • Page 28 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears. If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the other and are each illuminated for about 2 seconds. Check the relevant function as soon as possible. Navigation system* The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the centre console on both sides of the monitor screen.
  • Page 29: Warning Lights

    Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Warning lights An overview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults. Fig. 16 Instrument cluster with warning lights  Turn signal system for vehicles towing a  Turn signal lights (to the left) ⇒ page 30 ⇒...
  • Page 30 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights  EPC fault light (petrol engine)  Brake system ⇒ page 31 ⇒ page 37  Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)  Dynamo ⇒ page 31 ⇒ page 37  Glow plug system (diesel engine)  Seat belt warning light ⇒...
  • Page 31 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all Front, side or head passenger airbags which have been switched off of the turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash. using the switch (for switching off airbags)* in the storage compart- ment on the front passenger side: Further information about the turn signal system ⇒...
  • Page 32 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Fog lights  Diesel particle filter (diesel engine) In the diesel particle filter the resulting soot particles are The warning light  comes on when the fog lights are operating collected and burnt during the combustion of diesel fuel. ⇒...
  • Page 33 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights If the engine control unit detects that the operating conditions for the There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light  does not regeneration are not optimal (e.g. slow city driving), an indicator light ...
  • Page 34 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may The following text will be displayed in the information display*: be caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for CHECK BRAKE PADS the coolant fan, replace it if necessary ⇒...
  • Page 35 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal. The following text will be displayed in the information display*: Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP! (OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP) the conditions prevailing to top up with oil.
  • Page 36 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)*  The following text will be displayed in the information display*: TOP UP WASH FLUID The warning light  comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. Components of the ESP system also include the Traction Control System ...
  • Page 37 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Further information about the TCS ⇒ page 186, “Traction control system Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) (TCS)*”. The EDL is a part of the ABS. A fault in the EDL is indicated by the ABS  warning light in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 38 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights It is only possible to start the engine of the vehicle with a Genuine Škoda The following text will be displayed in the information display*: key with the matching code. HANDBRAKE ON WARNING  Brake system •...
  • Page 39 Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights Caution  If the warning light comes on when driving and in addition the warning light  (cooling system fault) also comes on in display, you must then stop the car immediately and switch the engine off - risk of engine damage! ...
  • Page 40: Unlocking And Locking

    Unlocking and locking Unlocking and locking Keys ⇒ fig. 19 – Press the unlock button in order to open and close the folding key. ⇒ fig. 18 Your car is supplied with two master keys as well as a service and a key ring .
  • Page 41: Changing The Key Battery

    Unlocking and locking Caution • Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against moisture and severe shocks. • Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean as impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.) have a negative effect on proper operation of the keys and the ignition lock.
  • Page 42: Electronic Immobiliser

    Unlocking and locking Child safety locks – Insert cover with battery in place at the rear of the transmitter housing and press both parts together. The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being – Insert the transmitter housing into the front part of the key so opened from the inside.
  • Page 43: Central Locking System

    Unlocking and locking So long as the child safety lock is switched on it is not possible to open the Automatic locking* door from the inside with the door opening lever. In this case the door can All the doors and the boot lid are locked automatically once the car be opened only from the outside.
  • Page 44 Unlocking and locking Safe securing Note The anti-theft alarm system is also armed when the car is closed without The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. activating the safe securing system. In this case, always switch off the Locking the vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automat- interior monitoring sensor* ⇒...
  • Page 45 Unlocking and locking • Buttons for central locking The safe securing system is deactivated. • The windows are opened provided the key is held in the opening posi- tion. • The indicator light in the driver's door stops flashing if the vehicle is not fitted with an anti-theft alarm system* ⇒...
  • Page 46 Unlocking and locking  Locking all doors and the boot lid to avoid inadvertently being locked out of the vehicle. You then have to lock a door separately after closing it. ⇒ page 44, fig. – Press button • In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors are automatically unlocked from the inside in order to enable ...
  • Page 47 Unlocking and locking Boot lid Open boot lid ⇒ fig. 27 – Press on the handle and at the same time raise the boot lid. Close the boot lid – Pull the boot lid down and close it with a slight swing ⇒ Permanently locking boot lid ⇒...
  • Page 48: Remote Control

    Unlocking and locking WARNING (continued) Note • • The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is Never drive with the boot lid slightly ajar or even fully opened switched on. otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - •...
  • Page 49 Unlocking and locking  Locking the vehicle WARNING – Press button for about 1 second. If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing  system is activated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as Boot lid remote release it is then not possible to open either a door or a window from the –...
  • Page 50: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Unlocking and locking Anti-theft alarm system* An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is disconnected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated. If you unlock and open the boot lid with the key, the alarm is immediately Description triggered.
  • Page 51: Power Windows

    Unlocking and locking Interior monitor*  Note The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and You can switch off the interior monitor only after opening the door. then triggers the alarm. Power windows Switch on the driver's door Fig. 29 Interior monitor pushbutton You can switch the interior monitor off if, for example, an animal or other moving objects inside the car might trigger the alarm.
  • Page 52 Unlocking and locking – Pressing of the switch in the driver's door down to the stop will WARNING cause the window to be opened completely, automatically. • Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to stop If you lock the car from the outside, do not leave any person in immediately.
  • Page 53 Unlocking and locking Switches in front passenger door and in rear doors WARNING The system is fitted with a force limiter. The closing process will be stop if an obstruction is detected and the window will open again. You should then take particular care when closing the windows! A person may otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, jammed in the window! Note...
  • Page 54: Electric Sliding/Tilting Roof

    Unlocking and locking • You can interrupt the opening or closing operation of the windows imme- repeat this operation until the window stops. diately by releasing the key of the button of the remote control. WARNING WARNING • Obstruction protection is not active during the closing of the •...
  • Page 55 Unlocking and locking ⇒ The sliding/tilting roof is operated by means of the control dial The wind noise in the comfort position is less than when the roof is fully page 53, fig. 32 opened. and only functions when the ignition is switched on. The control dial has a number of fixed positions.
  • Page 56 Unlocking and locking Convenience operation Emergency operation You can also close an open sliding/tilting roof from the outside. – Turn the key in the lock of the driver door into the closing posi- tion or press the closing button of the radio remote control until the sliding/tilting roof is closed ⇒...
  • Page 57 Unlocking and locking – Position the flat blade of a screwdriver (car tool kit) carefully against the rear edge of the cover of the power roof drive ⇒ page 55, fig. – Pull the cover down. – Take the crank handle out of the inside of the cover. –...
  • Page 58: Lights And Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Lights and Visibility Lights Switching off all lights – Turn the light switch into position O.  Switching lights on and off Low beam comes on only if the ignition is switched on. The low beam is switched off automatically when the engine is started and after switching the ignition off;...
  • Page 59 Lights and Visibility • The switching on of the described lights should only be undertaken in – Pull the light switch into position accordance with the legal requirements. • In the event of cool or humid weather conditions, the headlights can be ⇒...
  • Page 60 Lights and Visibility Instrument lighting  Headlight range adjustment  You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting. Once the low beam is switched on you can then adapt the range of the headlights to the load of the vehicle. Fig.
  • Page 61 Lights and Visibility The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag Note is deployed in the event of an accident. Headlights fitted with Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and Please comply with any legal requirements when using the hazard driving state of the vehicle (e.g.
  • Page 62 Lights and Visibility • The turn signal and main beam lever perform the following func- The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve. • tions: The side light and rear light on the appropriate side of the vehicle are switched on when the parking light is selected.
  • Page 63: Interior Lighting

    Lights and Visibility If you shift the lever into the main beam position, the main beam lights up. Switching the interior light off – Press the switch on the symbol O. If the door remains open, the light remains on for about 3 minutes. If the door is closed, the light remains on for about 30 seconds.
  • Page 64 Lights and Visibility Rear interior lighting ⇒ fig. 43 The lights without interior monitoring sensors are actuated by pressing the glass on the symbol  O or by switching to the middle posi-  tion The functions are the same as for the interior lighting at the front of the car ⇒...
  • Page 65: Visibility

    Lights and Visibility Entry lighting The windscreen heater operates only if the ignition is switched on. An indi- cator light in the switch is illuminated when the rear window heater is switched on. The light is located in the door trim panel below. The windscreen heater switches off automatically after 4 minutes.
  • Page 66 Lights and Visibility The rear window heater operates only if the ignition is switched on. An The vanity mirrors in the sun visors are provided with covers. When you indicator light in the switch is illuminated when the rear window heater is slide open the cover in the direction of the arrow , the vanity mirror switched on.
  • Page 67: Windshield Wiper And Wash System

    Lights and Visibility Windshield wiper and wash system Slow wipe – Position the lever up into position Windscreen wipers Fast wipe You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic – Position the lever up into position wipe/wash using the windscreen wiper lever. Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen –...
  • Page 68 Lights and Visibility Headlight cleaning system* The rain sensor* automatically regulates the break between the individual wiper strokes depending on the intensity of the rain. Top up with wash liquid ⇒ page 233. WARNING • Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility and safe driving ⇒...
  • Page 69: Rear-View Mirror

    Lights and Visibility Replacing windscreen wiper blades Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then be due to wax resi- dues left on the windscreen by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash systems. It is therefore important to degrease the lips of the winscreen wiper blades after every pass through an automatic vehicle wash system.
  • Page 70 Lights and Visibility • Automatic dimming interior mirror* Do not affix any stickers in front of the light sensor, so that you do not impair the automatic dimming function or put it out of operation. Exterior mirror with entry lighting* The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exte- rior mirror.
  • Page 71 Lights and Visibility Electrically adjustable rear mirror Folding in both exterior mirrors*  – Turn the rotary knob to position Tilting surface of front passenger exterior mirror* ⇒ fig. 53 When the rotary knob is in position  and the reverse gear is engaged, the surface of the mirror tilts down slightly.
  • Page 72 Lights and Visibility Note • Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is switched on. • You can set the exterior mirrors by hand, if the power setting function fails at any time, by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface. •...
  • Page 73: Front Seats

    Seats and Stowage Seats and Stowage Front seats WARNING (continued) tant for the front seat passenger. You will be exposed to increased Basic information risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect seated position! The front seats have a wide range of different settings and can thus be •...
  • Page 74: Adjusting Front Seats Manually

    Seats and Stowage Adjusting front seats manually Adjusting angle of backrest – Relieve any pressure on the backrest (do not lean on it) and turn the handwheel to adjust the angle of the backrest. Adjusting lumbar support – Turn the handwheel until you have set the most comfort- able curvature of the seat upholstery in the area of your spine.
  • Page 75: Adjusting Front Seats Electrically

    Seats and Stowage Adjusting front seats electrically* WARNING • Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk Adjusting seats of injury! • Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
  • Page 76 Seats and Stowage Memory for the seat Emergency Off If you operate any button or the switch ON/OFF switch of the driver seat, you can interrupt the setting operation at any time in an emergency. Storing and retrieving settings Storing seat and exterior mirror settings for driving forward –...
  • Page 77 Seats and Stowage If you wish, you can obtain an additional key with radio remote control from Note a Škoda dealer and then assign the radio remote control to the rear • memory button. When storing settings with the memory buttons, we recommend that you begin with the front button and assign a memory button to each addi- tional driver.
  • Page 78 Seats and Stowage Head restraints – Memory keying: with the driver door open or closed, press and hold the desired memory button until the seat and the exterior mirrors have moved into the stored position. Retrieving settings with remote control –...
  • Page 79 Seats and Stowage Adjusting the height of a head restraint WARNING – Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push • ⇒ page 77, fig. The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer it up or down in direction of arrow 57.
  • Page 80: Front Passenger Seat With A Folding Central Back Rest

    Seats and Stowage Front passenger seat with a folding You can fold out the central back rest of the front passenger seat during a long journey for improved comfort. It then serves as a central back rest* comfortable footrest for the occupants in the rear. You can adjust the position of the footrest by adjusting the passenger seat using ⇒...
  • Page 81: Footrest At The Rear

    Seats and Stowage – Pull the belt through the opening in the passenger seat and Note ⇒ fig. pull it over the head restraint You can use a protective sack ⇒ page 80 in order to prevent any dirt – Pull the belt under the folded down support and secure it getting onto the passenger seat.
  • Page 82: Seat Heaters

    Seats and Stowage ⇒ page 80, The occupants sitting in the rear of the car can use fig. 62 the foot rest for increased comfort. The foot rest is attached to the carpet by a velcro fastener. Seat heaters* Fig. 64 Centre console at rear: Rotary controls for heaters of rear seats You can heat the surfaces of the seats and of the backrests of the...
  • Page 83: Pedals

    Seats and Stowage Luggage compartment Caution • You should not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply pressure at Loading the luggage compartment specific points in order to avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat heaters. • Do not clean the seats moist ⇒ page 211. Please observe the following in the interest of having good handling characteristics of your vehicle: Note...
  • Page 84 Seats and Stowage Lashing eyes WARNING (continued) deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are thrown back can injure the occupants - hazard! • Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle may be affected when transporting heavy objects as a result of the displacement of the centre of gravity.
  • Page 85 Seats and Stowage Fixing nets - Net programme* Fixing examples Fig. 66 Luggage compartment: other fixing points of the net Fig. 67 Fixing net: programme Horizontal pocket Hooks for fixing the nets are located on the sides of the luggage compartment.
  • Page 86 Seats and Stowage The fixing nets and the installation instruction are located in the luggage Folding double hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags ⇒ fig. compartment. etc., are provided on both sides of the luggage compartment An item of luggage weighing up to 5 kg can be attached to each side of the double hook.
  • Page 87 Seats and Stowage Folding down the backrest of the rear seats* Folding the seat backrest forwards – Before folding the seat backrest forwards, the front seats must be adjusted so that the front seats are not damaged when folding the seat backrest forwards. ⇒...
  • Page 88 Seats and Stowage on the knob is visible. If the seat backrest is correctly locked, the knob is Caution pushed back and the red surface is not visible. Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.
  • Page 89 Seats and Stowage Through-loading bag* Loading – Fold down the armrest of the rear seats to the front. The through-loading bag enables you to conveniently transport long objects (such as skis) without damaging the – Press the unlock button for the cover of the through-loading interior of the car.
  • Page 90: The Cool Box In The Armrest Of Rear Seats

    Seats and Stowage The cool box in the armrest of rear seats* WARNING • After placing items into the through-loading bag, you must Using the system secure the bag with the securing belt • The securing belt must hold the items tight. •...
  • Page 91 Seats and Stowage You can remove the cool box if necessary ⇒ page 91. You can replace the If the cool box is removed, install the partition with the storage net ⇒ fig. cool box with a storage net ⇒ fig. 76 which is fixed with a velcro fastener to the side wall of the cool box.
  • Page 92 Seats and Stowage ⇒ fig. Removing and installing the cool box – Remove the locking mechanism – Open the lid of the cool box. – Press open the upper side of the cool box from the inside in the direction of arrow and put away the cool box in the luggage compartment (see arrow –...
  • Page 93: Cargoflex Folding Box

    Seats and Stowage CargoFlex folding box* You can transport the folding box in two different positions - in the ⇒ fig. 79 transport position against the partition of the luggage compartment, or in the ready position lowered onto the floor of Lowering and securing folding box ⇒...
  • Page 94 Seats and Stowage Caution • The parts of the folding box can be damaged if handled roughly or in an unprofessional way. • ⇒ page 92, Before you lower the folding box B into the ready position fig. 80, it is necessary to remove the net*, in order to avoid net damage. Opening folding box Fig.
  • Page 95 Seats and Stowage Lowering folding box – Press on the bottom part of the handle and open the compartments in the direction of arrow 3. The compartment wall must be heard to engage in the slot in the bottom part of the box.
  • Page 96: The Roof Luggage Rack System

    Seats and Stowage – Close the lid in direction of arrow 2. recommend that you only use base roof bars from the Škoda Genuine Accessories. ⇒ page 94, fig. 84 – Press on the button marked “PUSH” • These base roof bars are the supporting elements for a complete roof and push the folding box into the secured middle position.
  • Page 97 Seats and Stowage Attachment points WARNING • The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be reliably attached - risk of accident! • You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the permissible axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your vehicle - risk of accident! •...
  • Page 98: Cup Holder

    Seats and Stowage Cup holder Drinks can holder in armrest of the rear seats Drinks can holder in centre console Fig. 87 Drinks can holder in rear armrest Fig. 86 Centre The drinks can holder is provided in the stowage compartment. console: Cup holder Access to drinks can holder ⇒...
  • Page 99: Ashtray

    Seats and Stowage Removing ashtray insert WARNING ⇒ fig. 88 – Grasp the ashtray insert at the side recesses and • Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder while the car pull it out. is moving. The hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding! •...
  • Page 100 Seats and Stowage Removing ashtray insert Ashtray located in the armrest of the rear right door – Press the cover of the ashtray down slightly as far as the stop. Opening ashtray – Grasp the ashtray insert and pull it out at an angle of about –...
  • Page 101: Cigarette Lighters And Power Sockets

    Seats and Stowage Cigarette lighters and power sockets Using the power socket – Take out the cigarette lighter. Cigarette lighter – Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the cigarette lighter. You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other electrical appliances.
  • Page 102 Seats and Stowage Cigarette lighter in rear compartment* Power socket in the luggage compartment Fig. 92 Centre Fig. 93 Luggage console: Cigarette compartment: Power lighter socket ⇒ fig. Operating and further information regarding the use of the cigarette lighter – Open the cover of the power socket ⇒...
  • Page 103: Storage Facilities

    Seats and Stowage Storage facilities WARNING (continued) driver. You would then no longer be able to apply the brakes, An overview operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident! You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle: Storage compartment on the front passenger side ⇒...
  • Page 104 Seats and Stowage Locking the storage compartment – You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control ⇒ fig. dial – Turn the master key in the lock to the right. Unlocking the storage compartment The cooling of the storage compartment operates only if the air condi- tioning system is switched on.
  • Page 105 Seats and Stowage Inserting compartment WARNING (continued) – Insert the compartment back into its mount and close the • The storage compartment must always be closed when driving cover. for safety reasons! WARNING • Stowage compartment in centre console The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also not be used for such purposes - risk of fire! •...
  • Page 106 Seats and Stowage Stowage compartment in door panel – The storage compartment is opened by folding it out in the ⇒ fig. direction of the arrow WARNING The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety reasons! Stowage compartment below steering wheel Fig.
  • Page 107 Seats and Stowage Stowage compartment for an umbrella* Opening umbrella ⇒ fig. – Press the knob in direction of arrow 102. Closing umbrella – Press the knob in direction of arrow . The umbrella first of all closes partially in direction of arrow –...
  • Page 108 Seats and Stowage Armrest with stowage compartment Opening stowage compartment ⇒ fig. – Fold out the top cover of the arm rest 103. You can use the cover of the compartment as an armrest. The armrest is adjustable for height and length. Opening cooling air inlet in stowage compartment –...
  • Page 109 Seats and Stowage Rear armrest with stowage compartment Clothes hooks You will find a clothes hook above each of the rear doors. Fig. 105 Armrest of Fig. 106 Area above rear seats rear doors: Clothes hooks – You can fold down the armrest to enhance occupant comfort. WARNING The armrest includes a stowage compartment.
  • Page 110: The Air Conditioning System

    Heating and air conditioning system Heating and air conditioning system The air conditioning system Air at a temperature of about 5°C may flow out of the vents under certain circumstances when the cooling system is operating. Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (in particular at the leg area) and Description large differences in temperature, for example when getting out of the vehicle, can result in chills in sensitive persons.
  • Page 111 Heating and air conditioning system Setting temperature WARNING (continued) ⇒ fig. 107 – Turn the control dial to the right in order to • You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer increase the temperature. period of time. “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to –...
  • Page 112 Heating and air conditioning system • Turn the air distribution control into the position between  Note  • • The whole heat output will be needed to unfrost the windscreen and Close the air outlet vents 3,* side windows. No warm air will be fed to the footwell. This can lead to •...
  • Page 113 Heating and air conditioning system • Recirculated air mode Switch on the cooling system by pressing button • We recommend pressing button air recirculation mode. In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of Optimum cooling the vehicle and then fed back into the interior. •...
  • Page 114 Heating and air conditioning system Air outlet vents Close air outlet vents – Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position. Redirecting air flow – Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to change the direction of the air flow using the vertically arranged thumbwheel.
  • Page 115: Climatronic* (Automatic Air Conditioning)

    Heating and air conditioning system The desired interior temperature can also be achieved without switching temperature of the outflowing air, the blower stages and the air distribu- in the cooling system just by switching to fresh air mode. tion. It is not necessary to manually alter the settings. The automatic mode ⇒...
  • Page 116 Heating and air conditioning system An acoustic signal for depressed buttons Note Simultaneous pressing of buttons ECON can be used to de-acti-  • If the cooling system has not been switched on for a lengthy period, vate or activate this function. odours may be produced at the evaporator because of deposits.
  • Page 117 Heating and air conditioning system Automatic mode The buttons Defrosting the windscreen  The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a The displays constant temperature and to demist the windows in the  Display of blower stages interior of the car. Display of outside temperature, here: +11 °C Switching automatic mode on ...
  • Page 118 Heating and air conditioning system Recirculated air mode – Set a temperature between +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F). In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of Recirculated air mode in ECON mode the vehicle and then fed back into the interior.
  • Page 119 Heating and air conditioning system Setting temperature WARNING • ⇒ page 115, fig. 110 – Press the button and continue “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The pressing until the desired temperature is set.
  • Page 120 Heating and air conditioning system Air outlet vents Open air outlet vents – Turn the vertical thumbwheel (not when in the end position). Close air outlet vents – Turn the vertical thumbwheel into the end position. Redirecting air flow – Swivel upward or downward the grille of the vents in order to change the direction of the air flow using the vertically arranged thumbwheel.
  • Page 121 Heating and air conditioning system WARNING (continued) in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases. • Do not switch the Climatronic system off for longer than necessary.
  • Page 122: Setting Steering Wheel Position

    Starting-off and Driving Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the desired position. – Adjust the driver seat ⇒ page 72. ⇒ fig. 113 – Pull the lever below the steering column down ⇒...
  • Page 123: Ignition Lock

    Starting-off and Driving - heating glow plugs on, ignition switched on WARNING (continued) • You should not switch on any major electrical components during the the steering wheel firmly in the 12 o'clock position or in another heating period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily. way (e.g.
  • Page 124: Starting Engine

    Starting-off and Driving The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time WARNING after starting the cold engine until oil pressure can be built up in the • hydraulic valve clearance compensation. This is quite normal and is not When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position an operating problem.
  • Page 125: Switching The Engine Off

    Starting-off and Driving The preglow indicator light  comes on after the ignition has been For the sake of the environment switched on. Never warm up the engine when the vehicle is standing. Drive off right You should not switch on any major electrical components during away.
  • Page 126: Shifting (Manual Gearbox)

    Starting-off and Driving Shifting (manual gearbox) WARNING • Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of accident! • The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. Greater physical effort for braking is required when engine is switched off.
  • Page 127: Handbrake

    Starting-off and Driving Handbrake Shift into reverse only when the car is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to avoid any shift noises. The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the ignition is on.
  • Page 128: Parking Aid

    Starting-off and Driving The handbrake warning is activated if you drive at a speed of more than 5 The clearance warning begins at a distance of about 160 cm from the km/h for more than 3 seconds. obstacle. The interval between the warning signals becomes shorter as the clearance is reduced.
  • Page 129: Cruise Control System (Ccs)

    Starting-off and Driving Cruise control system (CCS)* Storing a speed Introduction The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h (20 mph), once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and braking power of the engine.
  • Page 130 Starting-off and Driving – If you release the pushbutton when the car is travelling at a WARNING speed of less than 30 km/h, the speed is not stored, the memory is erased. It is then necessary to again store the First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which speed with the pushbutton in the position SET after an...
  • Page 131 Starting-off and Driving Switching off the cruise control system completely ⇒ page 128, fig. 119 – Move the slide switch up to the stop into the OFF position.
  • Page 132: Automatic Gearbox

    Automatic gearbox* Automatic gearbox* 5-speed automatic gearbox Parking – Depress the brake pedal and hold it depressed. Information for driving with an automatic gearbox – Apply the handbrake firmly. Shifting up and down through the gears is performed auto- – Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the matically.
  • Page 133 Automatic gearbox* WARNING (continued) is never completely interrupted, also not when the engine is idling - the vehicle "creeps". Selector lever positions Fig. 121 Information display: Selector lever positions The selector lever position you have engaged is shown in the information display of the instrument cluster with the corresponding gear symbol high- ⇒...
  • Page 134 Automatic gearbox* The reversing lights come on when the selector lever is moved into posi- 3 - Position when driving in mountainous regions tion R when the ignition is also on. This position of the selector lever is suitable for long sloping sections. N - Neutral The gearbox shifts up and down automatically into first, second and third gear in line with engine load and vehicle speed.
  • Page 135 Automatic gearbox* example, allow one to seesaw out a stuck vehicle. The selector lever lock WARNING (continued) will click into place if the lever is in the N position for more than 2 seconds immediately start off - also when the handbrake is firmly applied - without the brake pedal being pressed.
  • Page 136 Automatic gearbox* Dynamic shift programme Tiptronic The Tiptronic allows the driver to also shift gears manually. The automatic gearbox of your vehicle is controlled electronically. Shifting up and down through the gears is performed automatically on the basis of pre-defined driving programmes. Adopting a moderate style of driving will cause the gearbox to select the most economical driving programme.
  • Page 137 Automatic gearbox* Emergency programme Switching over to manual shifting – Push the selector lever to the right out of position D. As soon An emergency programme exists in the event of a fault in as the gearbox has switched over, 5 4 3 2 1 appears in the the system.
  • Page 138: Communicating And Navigating

    Communicating and Navigating Communicating and Navigating Multifunction steering wheel* Operating cruise control system The cruise control system is operated with the buttons Introduction , but on version which is also fitted with mobile phone only by ⇒ fig. button 124. Switching on and off –...
  • Page 139 Communicating and Navigating Operating radio and CD player – If you release the pushbutton when the car is travelling at a speed of less than 30 km/h, the speed is not stored, the memory is erased. It is then necessary to again store the The radio is operated with buttons , but on the version speed with the pushbutton...
  • Page 140 Communicating and Navigating Operating mobile phone – You can scroll alphabetically upward (A to Z) or downward (Z to A) within the telephone memory by pressing for some   considerable time the button in the positions If you switch over with the button MODE on the multifunction steering ⇒...
  • Page 141 Communicating and Navigating In the menu SETUP you can select the following entries: Note • LANGUAGE - Here you can set in which language the messages • If the setting of the memory is changed, you must take the mobile should be displayed.
  • Page 142: The Cd Changer

    Communicating and Navigating The CD changer* – Slide safety stop closed. After inserting the magazine, it is analysed how many CDs are in the Take out and insert CD magazine magazine. If there is no magazine in the changer, NO CD MAGAZINE is displayed in the CD-mode on the display of the radio.
  • Page 143 Communicating and Navigating Loading magazine with CDs Take CDs out of the magazine Fig. 127 Loading changer with CD Fig. 128 Take out CDs – Grasp CD with the playback side to the bottom at the ⇒ fig. – Turn the release lever in direction of arrow 128.
  • Page 144 Communicating and Navigating • • TR01, TR02 etc. - title of the selected CD. Use a soft, non-fluffy cloth to clean the CDs. Wipe the CD straight-lined from the middle to the outside. Strong dirt must be eliminated with usual CD-cleaner.
  • Page 145: Mobile Phone, Two-Way Radio System And Navigation System

    Communicating and Navigating Initialisation Note – Withdraw the ignition key. A damage in the sense of the warranty must not be the result from improper handling of the system or from unprofessional repair attempts. – First insert the adapter without the mobile phone into the In addition, no external damage must be present.
  • Page 146 Communicating and Navigating Please contact your Škoda dealer If there are any points which are not clear. Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒ page 146, “Mobile phones and two-way radio systems”. Telephone pre-installation at the front or rear* (GSM III) Fig.
  • Page 147 Communicating and Navigating • after pulling out the adapter cable from the power socket for the mobile can provide you with details about the technical possibilities for retrofitting phone. of mobile telephones and radio transmitters. This enables you to make full use of the advantages of a normal carphone The operation of commercially available mobile phones or two-way radio (“handsfree system”...
  • Page 148 Communicating and Navigating Navigation system* The controls for the navigation system, radio, CD player are located in the centre console on both sides of the monitor screen. Navigation data is also shown in the information display. Please refer to the relevant operating instructions for a detailed descrip- tion of the navigation system.
  • Page 149 Communicating and Navigating...
  • Page 150: Safety

    Passive Safety Safety Passive Safety Basic information Safety equipment The safety equipment is part of the occupant protection Driving the safe way and it can reduce the risk of injuries in accident situations. Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in acci- “Do not put at risk”...
  • Page 151 Passive Safety • Adopt the correct seated position ⇒ page 151. Also inform your occu- For this reason you will be provided with information on why this equip- ment is very important, how it protects you and the occupants, what pants to adopt the correct seated position.
  • Page 152: Correct Seated Position

    Passive Safety Correct seated position Correct seated position for the driver Correct seated position for the driver is important for safe and relaxed driving. Fig. 133 The correct head restraint adjust- ment for the driver For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent, we recommend the following setting.
  • Page 153 Passive Safety • Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible to the rear. WARNING • Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is • ⇒ page 151, fig. at the same level as the upper part of your head 133.
  • Page 154 Passive Safety Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear Examples of an incorrect seated position seats An incorrect seated position can lead to severe injuries or Occupants on the rear seats must sit upright, keep the feet death for the occupants. in the footwell and must have their seat belts correctly Seat belts offer their optimum protection only if the webbing of the seat fastened.
  • Page 155 Passive Safety • occupy the luggage compartment. WARNING • If the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position, he is exposed to life-threatening injuries, in case he is hit by a deployed airbag. • Before setting off, please adopt the correct seated position and do not change this seated position while the car is moving.
  • Page 156: Seat Belts

    Seat belts Seat belts Why seat belts? also contribute to reducing the kinetic energy. The energy produced is thus absorbed and there is less risk of injury. Accident statistics prove that seat belts which are fastened and properly adjusted reduce the risk of an injury and enhance the chance of survival in a major accident ⇒...
  • Page 157: The Physical Principle Of A Frontal Collision

    Seat belts The physical principle of a frontal Motion energy, so-called kinetic energy, is produced as soon as the vehicle is moving, both for the vehicle and its occupants. The magnitude collision of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle and the occupants.
  • Page 158: Important Safety Information Regarding The Use Of Seat Belts

    Seat belts Important safety information regarding WARNING (continued) the use of seat belts • The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may impair proper operation of the inertia reel The correct use of the seat belts considerably reduces the ⇒...
  • Page 159: How Are Seat Belts Correctly Fastened

    Seat belts How are seat belts correctly fastened? – Correctly adjust the front seat and the head restraint before fastening your seat belt ⇒ page 151, “Correct seated posi- tion”. Fastening a three-point seat belt – Slowly pull the belt webbing at the tongue of the lock over your Fasten your seat belt before starting! chest and pelvis ⇒...
  • Page 160 Seat belts – Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height WARNING (continued) adjuster has correctly locked in place. • A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then suddenly held firm by the belt.
  • Page 161: Belt Tensioners

    Seat belts ⇒ fig. – Press the red button in the belt lock 140. The spring WARNING force causes the tongue of the lock to jump out. Never attach a child safety seat on the front passenger seat if the –...
  • Page 162 Seat belts WARNING (continued) • Any work on the belt tightener system, including removal and installation of system components because of other repair work, must only be carried out by a specialist garage. • The protective function of the system is only adequate for a single accident.
  • Page 163: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbag system Description of the airbag system A fault in the airbag system exists if: • the airbag indicator light does not light up when the ignition is switched General information on the airbag system • the warning light does not go out after about 3 seconds after the igni- tion is switched on, •...
  • Page 164 Airbag system The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side colli- WARNING (continued) sions, in the case of rear-end collisions and vehicle rollover. • The protective function of the airbag system is sufficient for Deployment factors only one accident.
  • Page 165: Front Airbags

    Airbag system − The hazard warning light is switched on, − All the doors are unlocked. Front airbags Description of the front airbags The airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belt! Fig. 142 Front passenger airbag in the dash panel ⇒...
  • Page 166 Airbag system You should therefore always fasten ⇒ page 155, “Why seat belts?” the In certain accident situations both the front airbags as well as the head* seat belts, not only because this is required by law, but also for safety and side airbags may be deployed together.
  • Page 167 Airbag system Important safety information regarding the front WARNING (continued) airbag system seat on the front passenger seat where the child is seated with its back facing in direction of travel (in some countries also when the Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the child is facing the direction of travel).
  • Page 168: Side Airbags

    Airbag system Side airbags in the event of a side collision so as to enable the side airbags to offer the maximum protection. You should therefore always fasten ⇒ page 155, “Why seat belts?” the Description of side airbags seat belts, not only because this is required by law, but also for safety reasons and for your own protection.
  • Page 169 Airbag system In certain accident situations both the front airbags as well as the head WARNING (continued) and side airbags may be deployed together. accident. This applies in particular to children who are transported If an airbag is deployed, the airbag is filled with propellant gas. The without using a suitable child safety seat ⇒...
  • Page 170: Head Airbags

    Airbag system The head airbag together with the three-point seat belts and the side WARNING (continued) airbags, offers additional protection for the head and neck area of the • occupants in the event of a side collision of major severity ⇒ in “Impor- Any work on the side airbag system including removing and tant safety information on the head airbag”...
  • Page 171 Airbag system Function of the head airbags In certain accident situations both the front airbags as well as the side and head airbags may be deployed together. The risk of injury to the head and neck area is reduced in The airbags inflate in fractions of a second and at a high speed in order to the event of a side collision by fully inflated head airbags.
  • Page 172: Deactivating An Airbag

    Airbag system Deactivating an airbag WARNING (continued) • There must not be any other persons (e.g. children) or animals Deactivating airbags between the car occupant and the deployment area of the head airbag. In addition, none of the occupants should lean their head If any airbags have been deactivated, switch them on out of the window when driving, or extend their arms and hands out again as soon as possible so that they are able to again...
  • Page 173 Airbag system Switch for the front seat passenger airbags* Monitoring the airbag system The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically, when one airbag has been switched off If the airbag was switched off using diagnostic equipment: • The warning light for the airbag system lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and then flashes for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
  • Page 174 Airbag system There is a system fault present in the airbag switch off ⇒ Deactivating airbags if the indi- cator light flashes. – Switch off the ignition. On vehicles without the function windscreen heater* the indicator light – Turn the slot of the airbag switch using the master key in the showing a switched-off front passenger airbag* is at the position 15 wind- ⇒...
  • Page 175: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely Transporting children safely What you should know about We recommend that you use child safety seats from the Škoda genuine accessories. These child seats were developed and also tested for use in transporting children! Škoda vehicles. They fulfil the standard ECE-R 44. An introduction to the subject WARNING Always comply with national legal provisions and instructions...
  • Page 176 Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) • otherwise this may result in injuries to the stomach and neck areas. Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running Comply with the national legal requirements. properly. One should also ensure that the belt is not damaged by •...
  • Page 177 Transporting children safely Use of child safety seats on the front passenger seat WARNING (continued) Child safety seats should always be attached to the rear • This is also clearly stated on the sticker which is located on the seats. ⇒...
  • Page 178 Transporting children safely Child safety and side airbags In the event of a side collision, the side airbags offer the vehicle occupants enhanced protection. Children must never be seated in the deployment area of The side airbags are inflated in fractions of a second in order to be able to the side airbags and head airbags.
  • Page 179: Child Seat

    Transporting children safely Use of child seats WARNING (continued) • Do not place any objects within the deployment area of the side An overview of the usefulness of child seats on each of the seats airbag - risk of injury! according to the EG guidelines 77/541 and ECE 44 standard: Child seat Front passenger...
  • Page 180 Transporting children safely Child seats of group 0/0+ WARNING (continued) • In certain countries national legal provisions require that besides the front airbag also the side or head airbags are deacti- vated. Please comply with any differing national legal regulations regarding the use of child safety seats.
  • Page 181 Transporting children safely Child safety seats in Group 2 the lower range of this group, to use a child seat which allows the child to sit with its back to the direction of travel. It is best for children in the upper range of the Group 0+, to use a child seat which allows the child to sit ⇒...
  • Page 182: Attaching Child Safety Seat

    Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING (continued) • of child safety seats. Switch off the front passenger airbag if Please comply with any differing national legal regulations necessary at a specialist garage or switch it off with the switch for regarding the use of child safety seats.
  • Page 183 Transporting children safely Attaching child seat using the “ISOFIX” system – Insert the tongue of the lock into the seat belt buckle belonging to the seat until it is heard to lock in place. – Reel up the belt webbing until it is fitted snugly against the child seat.
  • Page 184 Transporting children safely – Insert the mounting funnels onto the locking eyes WARNING (continued) ⇒ page 182, fig. between the backrest and seat cushion 158. attention to instructions from the manufacturer of the child safety – Push the notched arms of the child seat over the mounting seat when installing and removing the seat.
  • Page 185 Transporting children safely...
  • Page 186: Driving Tips

    Intelligent Technology Driving Tips Intelligent Technology • Electronic stability programme (ESP)* Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), • Traction control system (TCS), • Antilock brake system ABS, General • Brake Assist. Operating principle The ESP switches on automatically when the engine is started and then conducts a self-test.
  • Page 187 Intelligent Technology • The ESP warning light ⇒ page 35 lights up in the instrument cluster when Changes to vehicle (e.g. on engine, on the brakes, on chassis or other there is a fault on the ESP. assignment of tyres and wheels) can influence the function of the ESP ⇒...
  • Page 188 Intelligent Technology mitted to the road surface is automatically adapted by reducing the engine Note speed. This occurs at all speeds. • All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres in order to achieve The TCS operates in combination with the ABS ⇒ page 189, “Antilock problem-free operation of the TCS.
  • Page 189: Brakes

    Intelligent Technology The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled of driving, it may be necessary to have the thickness of the brake pads down. inspected at a specialist garage between the service inspections. Wet roads or road salt WARNING There may be a certain delay before the brakes take full effect under •...
  • Page 190: Brake Booster

    Intelligent Technology Brake booster 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 ⇒ page 37, The brake booster boosts the pressure which you generate with the brake “Brake system ”.
  • Page 191: Brake Assist

    Intelligent Technology Brake Assist* Operating principle As soon as the vehicle speed has increased to about 6 km/hour an auto- matic test procedure is conducted during which you will be able to hear a During a severe brake application (e.g. if a hazard exists), the Brake pumping noise for about 1 second.
  • Page 192: Power Steering

    Intelligent Technology Power steering Power steering assists the driver in steering the vehicle and reduces the physical force needed for steering. The steering characteristics can be changed by a specialist garage. It is still possible to fully steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the engine is not running (vehicle being towed in).
  • Page 193: Driving And The Environment

    Driving and the Environment Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres and then speed is marked by the beginning of the red zone on the scale of the revo- lutions counter. Shift up into the next higher gear on a vehicle fitted with afterwards manual gearbox before the red zone is reached.
  • Page 194: Catalytic Converter

    Driving and the Environment New brake pads – Do not tow-start the vehicle over a distance of more than 50 metres ⇒ page 258, “Tow-starting a vehicle”. Allow for the fact that new brake pads do not achieve their full braking effi- ciency until approximately 200 kilometres.
  • Page 195: Driving In An Economical And Environmentally Conscious Manner

    Driving and the Environment The technical requirements for low fuel usage and economic efficiency of For the sake of the environment the vehicle have already been built into the vehicle at the works. Special attention has been given to minimising negative effects on the environ- Even if the exhaust system is operating properly, a sulphur-like exhaust ment.
  • Page 196 Driving and the Environment Shifting gears and saving energy ⇒ fig. 162 shows the ratio of fuel consumption to the speed of your vehicle for the individual gears. Fuel consumption in 1st gear is the Shifting up early saves on fuel. highest, while that in 5th or the 6th gear is the lowest.
  • Page 197 Driving and the Environment Regular servicing Sensitive use of the accelerator will not only significantly reduce fuel consumption but also positively influence environmental pollution and A poorly tuned engine consumes an unnecessarily high wear of your vehicle. amount of fuel. You should avoid fully exploiting the top speed of your vehicle wherever possible.
  • Page 198 Driving and the Environment Avoid driving short distances An important factor in this connection is also the ambient temperature. ⇒ fig. 164 shows the different fuel consumptions for the same Short distances result in an above-average high fuel distance, on the one hand at +20°C and on the other hand at -10°C. Your vehicle has a higher fuel consumption in winter than in summer.
  • Page 199: Environmental Compatibility

    Driving and the Environment Environmental compatibility your vehicle causes it to use about 1 l more fuel than normal at a speed of 100 - 120 km/h, even when you are not carrying a load on the roof. Environmental protection has played a major role in the design, selection of materials and manufacture of your new Škoda.
  • Page 200: Motoring Abroad

    Driving and the Environment Motoring abroad Headlights with Xenon lamps are designed for driving in countries with traffic on the right or on the left. Have this done always at a Škoda dealer. General Note Other circumstances may exist abroad. You can obtain further information regarding masking over or converting the headlights from your Škoda dealer.
  • Page 201: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Towing a trailer WARNING We recommend that you have the towing device from Škoda orig- Technical requirements inal accessories installed by a Škoda dealer. He is familiar with all the relevant details relating to retrofitting such equipment. There is The towing device must satisfy certain technical require- a risk of an accident if the towing device is not properly fitted! ments.
  • Page 202 Towing a trailer Driving Tips Distribution of the load Distribute the load in the trailer in such a way that any heavy items are Particular caution is required when towing a trailer. located as close as possible to the axle. Secure the items to prevent them slipping.
  • Page 203: Detachable Towing Device

    Towing a trailer Detachable towing device* time before negotiating a downhill section to allow the engine to also act as a brake. Engine overheating Please keep a check on the coolant temperature gauge if you have to negotiate a lengthy slope in a low gear at a high engine speed when the outside temperature is very high ⇒...
  • Page 204 Towing a trailer WARNING Do not use any aids or tools for installing or removing the ball head. This might result in damage to the locking mechanism to the extent that the safety of the towing device is no longer assured - risk of an accident.
  • Page 205 Towing a trailer...
  • Page 206: General Maintenance

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Maintenance Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Care of the exterior of vehicle Proper care retains the value of your vehicle. Washing the vehicle Regular and proper care retains the value of your vehicle. It may also be Frequent washing protects your vehicle.
  • Page 207 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Washing vehicle by hand WARNING It is important to first soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse it off as When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the brake thoroughly as possible before washing your vehicle by hand.
  • Page 208 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Wax treatment For the sake of the environment Only wash your vehicle at washing bays specifically reserved for this Good wax treatment is an effective way of protecting the paintwork from purpose.
  • Page 209 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Chrome parts Plastic parts First clean the chrome parts with a damp clotch and then polish them with External plastic parts are cleaned by normal washing. Plastic parts and a soft, dry cloth. If it does not prove to be adequate, use a chrome care synthetic leather can also be treated with special solvent-free plastic product from Škoda original accessories.
  • Page 210 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Locks Caution Never remove snow or ice from the glass parts with warm or hot water - We recommend that you use the spray from Škoda original accessories risk of formation of cracks in the glass! with regreasing and anticorrosive effect for de-icing locks.
  • Page 211 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Protection of hollow spaces WARNING All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are One should remember when cleaning the wheels that moisture, ice protected for life by a layer of protective wax applied in the factory. and road salt may adversely affect braking efficiency - risk of an accident! This wax protection does not require to be inspected or re-treated.
  • Page 212: Care Of The Interior Of Vehicle

    Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Fabric covers of electrically heated seats Caution • Engine cleaning may be only be undertaken when the ignition is off. Do not clean the seat covers moist as this may result in damage to the •...
  • Page 213 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle – Remove fresh stains on a fat base (e.g. butter, mayonnaise, Note chocolate etc.) with an absorbent cloth or household cleaning • Use a care cream with light blocker and impregnation effect regularly paper or with the cleaner from the care set if the stain has not and each time after cleaning the leather.
  • Page 214 Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Seat belts – Keep the seat belts clean. – Wash seat belts which have become soiled using a mild soapy solution. – Inspect the seat belts regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
  • Page 215: Fuel

    Fuel Fuel Petrol You can make unlimited use of fuel which has a higher octane number than that required by the engine. There will, however, be no advantages gained by this in terms of engine performance and fuel consumption! Grades of petrol The handling, performance and life of your engine are determined to a significant extent by the quality of the fuel.
  • Page 216 Fuel Diesel fuel mixture according to standard CSN 65 6508 from The exhaust gases contain less: 02/2003 contains diesel fuel according to standard DIN EN 590 and a • carbon monoxide (CO), concentration of biofuel (rape oil methyl ester) according to standard •...
  • Page 217: Refuelling

    Fuel Refuelling below 0°C can result in operational problems because the diesel becomes viscous as a result of paraffin separation. It is therefore the case that DIN EN 590 prescribes diesel fuel class for Refuelling procedure certain periods of the year which can also be purchased at the corre- sponding time during the year.
  • Page 218 Fuel Emergency release of fuel filler flap – Press the fuel tank flap closed. The correct grade of fuel for your vehicle as well as the tyre size and infla- tion pressures are stated on a sticker affixed to the inside of the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 219: Inspecting And Replenishing

    Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting and Replenishing Engine compartment Opening and closing the bonnet. Bonnet remote release Fig. 169 Radiator grille: handle Fig. 168 Bonnet Opening the bonnet release lever ⇒ fig. – Unlock the bonnet 168. Bonnet remote release – Ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers are correctly in place against the windscreen before opening the bonnet –...
  • Page 220 Inspecting and Replenishing – Allow the bonnet to drop from a height of about 30 cm into the warning instructions stated below and with the general applicable rules of safety. The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous lock - bonnet do not press down on it! area ⇒...
  • Page 221: Overview Of The Engine Compartment

    Inspecting and Replenishing Overview of the engine compartment WARNING (continued) • If you wish to work under the vehicle, you must secure the The main inspection points vehicle from rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks: the car jack is not sufficient for this - risk of injury! •...
  • Page 222: Engine Oil

    Inspecting and Replenishing Engine oil specifications for vehicles with fixed service intervals Note (QG2) The location of the inspection points in the engine compartment of petrol Specification and diesel engines is practically identical. Petrol engines VW 501 01 VW 502 00 VW 504 00 Engine oil VW 505 01...
  • Page 223 Inspecting and Replenishing – Open the bonnet ⇒ in “Working in the engine compart- Note ment” on page 219. • Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with – Wait a few minutes and pull out the oil dipstick. you engine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.
  • Page 224 Inspecting and Replenishing The warning light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil WARNING level is too low ⇒ page 33, “Engine oil ”. In this case, check the oil level • as soon as possible. Top up with an appropriate quantity of oil. Avoid dripping oil onto hot parts of the engine when topping up will oil - a risk of fire! •...
  • Page 225: Cooling System

    Inspecting and Replenishing Cooling system WARNING (continued) • Oil is toxic! Store old oil in a safe place out of the reach of chil- Coolant dren and unauthorized persons until you dispose of it properly. The job of the coolant is to cool the engine. Caution The cooling system does not require any maintenance under normal oper- You must not pour any additives into the engine oil - risk of engine...
  • Page 226 Inspecting and Replenishing – Open the bonnet ⇒ Your Škoda dealer can also supply you with the correct coolant additives. in “Working in the engine compart- ment” on page 219. Caution – Check the level of coolant in the coolant expansion bottle •...
  • Page 227 Inspecting and Replenishing Replenishing the coolant WARNING (continued) • The coolant additive and thus all of the coolant is harmful to – Switch the engine off. your health. Avoid contact with the coolant. Coolant vapours are – Allow the engine to cool down. also harmful to the health.
  • Page 228: Brake Fluid

    Inspecting and Replenishing The radiator fan may continue running for up to 10 minutes after the You can also see the location of the brake fluid reservoir in the engine has been switched off - even if the ignition is also off. It may also engine compartment from the general view of the engine switch on suddenly after a certain time, if compartment ⇒...
  • Page 229: The Battery

    Inspecting and Replenishing WARNING (continued) For the sake of the environment • In view of the problems involved with proper disposal of brake fluid, the If the fluid level has dropped below the “MIN” marking, do not special tools and the professional knowledge required, you should have drive any further - risk of accident! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain the brake fluid replaced by a Škoda dealer.
  • Page 230 Inspecting and Replenishing Taking off cover WARNING (continued) ⇒ fig. – Press the cover in direction of arrow 174. through sparkling over during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is on. There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and burns when carrying out •...
  • Page 231 Inspecting and Replenishing • ⇒ fig. 175 Do not place the battery in direct daylight in order to protect the battery There is a so-called magic eye located on the top of the battery. housing from the effects of ultra-violet light. The “magic eye”...
  • Page 232 Inspecting and Replenishing Operation in winter – Carefully attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red = “positive”, black = “negative”). The battery has to provide greater amounts of electricity during the winter. – You can now plug the mains cable of the charger into the It also has only part of the initial power output at low temperatures that it power socket and switch on the charger.
  • Page 233 Inspecting and Replenishing WARNING Never charge a frozen or thawed battery - risk of explosion and caustic burns. Replace a frozen battery. Removing and installing the battery Fig. 177 Engine compartment: The battery Removing and installing the battery – Please also refer to the notes when working on the battery ⇒...
  • Page 234: Windscreen Wiper And Washer System

    Inspecting and Replenishing Replacing the battery – Installation takes place in the reverse order. Please also refer to the following notes when connecting up the battery You should only replace a battery with a new battery of the same capacity, ⇒...
  • Page 235 Inspecting and Replenishing The windshield washer reservoir contains the cleaning fluid for the wind- Note screen and for the headlamp cleaning system*. The reservoir is located in ⇒ the front left of the engine compartment Do not take the filter out of the windscreen wash container when filling it fig.
  • Page 236: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and Tyres Wheels and Tyres Wheels Unidirectional tyres* The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the tyre. This indicates the direction of rotation of the tyre, and it is essential General comments that the tyres are fitted on to run in this direction.
  • Page 237 Wheels and Tyres Tyre life Tyre pressure The working life of tyres will be shortened considerably if the tyres are insufficiently or over-inflated and this will have an adverse effect on the handling of your vehicle. Correctly inflated tyres are of particular importance when travelling at high speeds.
  • Page 238 Wheels and Tyres Wheel alignment errors The base of the tread of the original tyres has wear indicators 1.6 mm high, installed at right angles to the direction of travel. These wear indica- Incorrect wheel alignment at the front and rear will not only increase wear- tors are located at 6 - 8 points depending on the make and are evenly and-tear on the tyres but will also has an adverse effect on vehicle safety.
  • Page 239 Wheels and Tyres Changing wheels around New tyres and wheels Tyres and wheel rims are important design elements. One should there- fore use the tyres and wheel rims which have been released for use by Škoda Auto. They are exactly matched to the vehicle type and therefore contribute significantly to good road holding and safe driving characteris- tics ⇒...
  • Page 240 Wheels and Tyres Diameter of wheel in inches WARNING (continued) Load index risk of accident! Approval and licencing of your vehicle on public roads may also become void as a result. Speed symbol • You must on no account drive at a higher speed than is permis- sible for your tyres - risk of an accident resulting from tyre damage The following speed restrictions apply to tyres.
  • Page 241 Wheels and Tyres Wheel bolts Winter tyres Wheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. The handling of your vehicle will be significantly improved when driving on Each time you fit other wheels - e.g. light alloy wheels or wheels with wintry roads and at temperatures below 7 °C if you fit winter tyres.
  • Page 242 Wheels and Tyres You can also fit so-called “all-weather tyres” instead of winter tyres. provide optimal grip and handling in such a situation. This particularly important on wet roads. Please refer to the notes ⇒ page 247, “Spare Please contact your specialist garage if there are any points which are not wheel”.
  • Page 243 Wheels and Tyres Note We recommend that you use snow chains from the Škoda genuine accessories.
  • Page 244: Accessories, Changes And Replacement Of Parts

    Technical changes • Škoda Genuine Accessories which have been released for use and Skoda original parts can be obtained from Škoda dealers. They will install them professionally and correctly. Interference on the electronic components and their software can lead to •...
  • Page 245 Accessories, changes and replacement of parts WARNING Work or modifications on your vehicle, which have been carried out unprofessionally, can cause operational faults - risk of accident!
  • Page 246: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance First-aid box* Warning triangle Fig. 183 Compartment Fig. 184 Warning for stowing first-aid triangle fitted inside boot lid – To remove the warning triangle, turn the rotary lock in direc- First-aid box ⇒ fig. 184 tion of arrow and fold the fixture down.
  • Page 247: Fire Extinguisher

    Breakdown assistance Fire extinguisher* Note • The fire extinguisher must comply with the relevant and valid legal requirements. • Pay attention to the expiration date of the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher is used after the expiration date, its proper function is no longer assured.
  • Page 248: Spare Wheel

    Breakdown assistance • Spare wheel Hook for pulling off a full wheel trim, • Plastic clip for a wheel bolt cover, • The spare wheel is stowed in the spare wheel well in the Wheel wrench, • luggage compartment below the floor covering. Assembly pin for changing wheel, •...
  • Page 249: Changing A Wheel

    Breakdown assistance • Do not drive with this spare wheel at more than 80 km/h - risk of acci- WARNING dent. Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering. • • The inflation pressure for this spare wheel is identical to the inflation If you find yourself in flowing traffic switch on the hazard pressure of the standard tyres.
  • Page 250 Breakdown assistance – Jack up the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is clear of – Check the tyre pressure on the spare wheel just mounted as the ground ⇒ page 252. soon as possible. – Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface –...
  • Page 251 Breakdown assistance Wheel trim caps* Installing – First press the full wheel trim onto the wheel at the valve opening provided. Then press the full wheel trim into the wheel in such a way that its entire circumference locks correctly in place. Caution •...
  • Page 252 Breakdown assistance Wheel bolts with caps* Slackening and tightening wheel bolts The caps are designed to protect the wheel bolts. Slacken the wheel bolts before jacking up the vehicle. Fig. 190 Changing a Fig. 189 Changing a wheel: Slackening wheel: Removing the wheel bolts Slackening wheel bolts Removing...
  • Page 253 Breakdown assistance – Position the lifting jack by selecting the jacking point - lower sill WARNING ⇒ fig. - which is closest to the wheel to be removed 191. Slacken the wheel bolts only a little (about one turn) as long as the –...
  • Page 254 Breakdown assistance WARNING (continued) • It is important to support the vehicle with suitable supporting blocks if you wish to work under the lifted vehicle - risk of injury! Taking off and fitting on wheel Fig. 193 Changing a wheel: assembly pin After you have slackened the wheel bolts and have raised the car with the car jack, replace the wheel as follows: Changing a wheel...
  • Page 255 Breakdown assistance Securing wheels against being stolen – Screw in the wheel bolts and tighten them slightly with the aid of the hexagon socket. You need a special adapter for slackening the safety – Unscrew the assembly pin and screw in the remaining wheel wheel bolts.
  • Page 256: Jump-Starting

    Breakdown assistance Jump-starting – Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible. The tightening torque must be 120 Nm. Initial steps The safety wheel bolts on vehicles fitted with them (one safety wheel bolt per wheel) can only be loosened or tighten up by using the adapter You can use the battery of another vehicle for jump-starting yours if the provided.
  • Page 257 Breakdown assistance • The discharged battery must be properly connected to the system of – Attach the other end to the positive terminal of the battery the vehicle. supplying the power • Switch off any mobile phone, pay attention to the instructions for use Connecting negative terminal and engine block of the mobile phone in such a situation.
  • Page 258: Tow-Starting And Towing Vehicle

    Breakdown assistance Driver of the towed vehicle WARNING (continued) – Switch the ignition on so that the steering wheel is not blocked out the battery being ignited by the strong spark which results from and you can also operate the turn signal lights, the headlight the engine being started.
  • Page 259 Breakdown assistance damage resulting at the points to which you attach the tow rope or tow bar The front towing eye is welded on behind the bumper on the right. when you attempt to tow a vehicle which is not standing on a paved road. ⇒...
  • Page 260 Breakdown assistance • For technical reasons it is not possible to tow-start a car fitted with an The maximum permissible towing distance is 50 km. The gear oil automatic gearbox. pump does not operate when the engine is not running and the gear would not be adequately lubricated at higher speeds and over longer towing distance.
  • Page 261: Fuses And Light Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses – Take the plastic clip out of its fixture in the fuse cover, insert it onto the respective fuse and pull out this fuse. Replacing fuses – Defect fuses can be detected by their melted metal strips. Replace the defect fuse by a new fuse of the same ampere Defect fuses must be replaced.
  • Page 262 Fuses and light bulbs Ampere Caution • Never attempt to “repair” fuses and also do not replace them with a fuse of a higher amperage - risk of fire! This may also cause damage at Heatable windscreen washing nozzles another part of the electrical system. Turn signals •...
  • Page 263: Bulbs

    Fuses and light bulbs Ampere Ampere 18 Right main beam 39 Hazard warning light system 19 Left main beam 40 Horn 20 Low beam on the right 41 Not assigned 21 Low beam on the left 42 ESP 22 Parking light on the right 43 Engine control 23 Parking light on the left 44 Seat heaters...
  • Page 264 Fuses and light bulbs removed in order to change the light bulbs. This applies, in particular, to Rear light unit Bulb bulbs which can only be reached from the engine compartment. Reversing light P21W We therefore recommend that you have any bulbs changed by a Škoda Turn signal light PY21W dealer or, in exceptional cases, by calling on other professional assist-...
  • Page 265 Fuses and light bulbs – Insert the new light bulb and turn it fully to the right. Note – Insert the light bulb holder again, the plastic tongue must lock This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is in place.
  • Page 266 Fuses and light bulbs Luggage compartment light Interior lights at the front Fig. 202 Interior lights at the front for vehicles Fig. 201 Luggage without an electric compartment: Lighting sliding/tilting roof – Insert a small screwdriver into the slot next to the light ⇒...
  • Page 267 Fuses and light bulbs Interior lights at the rear Changing the bulb for interior light of vehicles without an electric sliding/tilting roof – Insert a small screwdriver into the slot next to the light ⇒ page 265, fig. 202. – Carefully press out the light and remove it from the headliner. –...
  • Page 268 Fuses and light bulbs Lighting in storage compartment on front passenger Entry lighting side Fig. 206 Inner part of the door: Entry light Fig. 205 Storage compartment: Lighting – Insert a small screwdriver into the slot next to the light ⇒...
  • Page 269 Fuses and light bulbs...
  • Page 270: Technical Data

    General Technical Data General Identification data Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped onto the partition between the engine compartment and the passenger compartment and on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the wind- screen.
  • Page 271 General...
  • Page 272: Index

    Index Index Anti-theft alarm system ....49 Brake system Warning light ..... . . 37 Ashtray .
  • Page 273 Index Child safety seats Converting/masking over headlights ..199 Diesel engines ISOFIX system ....182 Starting engine ....124 Cool box .
  • Page 274 Index Electronic immobiliser Glow plug system ..... 124 Warning light ..... . 36 Warning light .
  • Page 275 Index Instruments ......13 Lights and Visibility ....59 Motoring abroad .
  • Page 276 Index Operation in winter Safety wheel bolts ....254 Biodiesel ......215 Saving electrical energy .
  • Page 277 Index Spare wheel ......247 TCS ....... 186 Towing eye Warning light .
  • Page 278 Index Vehicle data sticker ....269 Windows De-icing ......208 Vehicle identification data .
  • Page 279 Škoda Auto is constantly working on the further development of all types and models. Please understand that, for this reason, changes to the scope of supply in terms of shape, equipment and engineering may be introduced at any time. It is therefore not possible to derive any claims from the information, illustrations and descriptions contained in this Owner ´s Manual .
  • Page 280 SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaService ŠkodaGenuine Parts ŠkodaGenuine Accessories...
  • Page 281 Please also refer to all the texts identified with a ; in this Owner ´ s Manual. Make your contribution - for the sake of the environ- ment. www.skoda-auto.com Návod k obsluze Superb anglicky 05.05 S73.5610.06.20 3U0 012 003 EM...

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