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SIMPLY CLE VER ŠkodaSuperb OWNER'S MANUAL...
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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.
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Introduction On-board literature The Service schedule The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “Owner's Manual” contains: as well as a “Service schedule” and a “Help on the road”. There can also be Vehicle data, a variety of other additional operating manuals and instructions on-board ...
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 it easy for you The section is continued on the next page. to find and absorb the information you require. Notes Chapters, table of contents and subject index All four kinds of notes, which are used in the text, are always stated at the end of the...
Using the system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
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Cockpit Fig. 1 Certain items of equipment shown in the illustration are only fitted to particular model versions or are optional items of equipment.
The brief instruction The brief instruction Basic functions and important information Setting steering wheel position Introduction The chapter of the brief instruction is only used as a quick reference of the most important operating elements of the vehicle. It is necessary to observe all the information which is contained in the following chapters of the Owner's Manual.
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The brief instruction Seat belt height adjuster Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction Adjusting height of seat Adjust the angle of the seat backrest Adjusting lumbar support* Further information page 80, “Adjusting the front seats”. WARNING Only adjust the driver seat when the vehicle is stationary - risk of injury! Fig.
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The brief instruction Switching lights on and off Turn signal and main beam lever Fig. 7 Dash panel: Light switch Fig. 8 Turn signal and main beam lever Turn signal light right Automatic light control*, Adaptive headlights (AHL)* Turn signal light left Switching over between low beam and main beam lights ...
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The brief instruction Refuelling Slow wipe Fast wipe one time wipe Automatic wipe/wash Rear window wiper Intermittent wipe - every 6 seconds Automatic wipe/wash Further information page 73, “Windshield wiper and wash system”. Fig. 11 Right rear side of the vehicle: Open fuel filler flap / fuel filler flap with cap unscrewed Power windows ...
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The brief instruction Opening the bonnet Fig. 13 Radiator grille: Locking lever fig. – Pull on the locking lever 13, the bonnet is then unlocked. – Grasp the bonnet at the bottom part of the radiator grille and lift it towards the top so that it is held opened by the gas pressure support.
Instruments and warning lights Shift into the next higher gear or select the selector lever position D of the automatic engine loads and high outside temperatures. This is not critical provided the warning gearbox before reaching the red zone of the rev counter scale. symbol ...
Instruments and warning lights Service Interval Display Note After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates approx. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the correct fuel supply quantity is indicated.
Instruments and warning lights On vehicles which are equipped with information display*, you can call up this infor- Note mation in the following menu on page 23: Never reset the display between service intervals otherwise this may result in SETUP ...
Instruments and warning lights Shift recommendation for changing gears* page 21 Average fuel consumption page 22 Range page 22 Distance driven page 22 Average speed page 22 Current speed* page 22 oil temperature* page 22 Warning against excessive speeds* Fig.
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Instruments and warning lights Operating with the buttons on the windshield wiper lever and on The multi-functional indicator is equipped with two automatic memories. The page 19, fig. selected memory is displayed in the middle of the display field the multifunction steering wheel* The data of the single-trip memory (memory 1) is shown if a 1 appears in the display.
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Instruments and warning lights Setting function to zero page 20, fig. 19 memory to zero at this moment in time by pressing the button page 20, fig. 19 on the windshield wiper lever or the handwheel on the multi- –...
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Instruments and warning lights Range Current speed* page 15, The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the distance you The current speed which is identical to the display of the speedometer can still drive with your vehicle based on the present level of fuel in the tank for the fig.
Instruments and warning lights Information display* Main menu Introduction The information display provides you with information in a convenient way concerning the current operating state of your vehicle. The information system also provides you with data (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle) relating to the radio, mobile phone, multi-functional indicator, navigation system and auto- matic gearbox.
Instruments and warning lights Auto Check Control* Aux. Heating (auxiliary heating)* page 117 Assistants * Car state Vehicle status page 24 Setup page 25 The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle compo- ...
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Instruments and warning lights – Investigate the function indicated. Language Autom. blind – Obtain professional assistance. MFD Data Meaning of the red symbols: Convenience Lights & Vision page 31 Engine oil pressure too low ...
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Instruments and warning lights system, driving on the left/right, without dazzling the oncoming vehicles. Further infor- On vehicles with rain sensor you can switch on or off the mation page 64, “Tourist light”. function for automatic closing of the windows and the Rain closing sliding/tilting roof in case of rain and locked vehicle.
Instruments and warning lights Information display in the rear centre console The time and the outside temperature is displayed on the information display in the fig. rear centre console when the ignition is switched on The values are taken over by the instrument cluster. Fig.
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Instruments and warning lights page 33 Traction control system (TCS) page 29 Turn signal lights (to the left) page 33 Electronic stability programme (ESP)* page 29 Turn signal lights (to the right) ...
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Instruments and warning lights Further information about the main beam page 66. WARNING If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre- Low beam sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body inju- ries or major vehicle damage.
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Instruments and warning lights Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine) Airbag system If the warning light comes on, this means that soot has accumulated in the diesel Monitoring the airbag system particle filter because of the frequent short distances. The warning light ...
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Instruments and warning lights If the warning light does not go out after starting the engine or it lights up when driving, Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off after a fault exists in an exhaust relevant component. The engine management system the engine has started or flashes while driving.
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Instruments and warning lights The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If no If the warning light begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine control. engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after driving The engine management system selects an emergency programme which enables you about 100 km.
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Instruments and warning lights Electronic stability programme (ESP)* WARNING If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard When the ESP helps to stabilise the vehicle, the warning light ...
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Instruments and warning lights On vehicles with the KESSY system*, the warning light lights up if you do not A fault in the ABS depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light ...
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Instruments and warning lights On vehicles with information display* this warning light is replaced by a vehicle On vehicles with information display* this warning light is replaced by a vehicle symbol page 24. symbol. Seat belt warning light Open door ...
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Instruments and warning lights Fuel reserve One should get used to high pedal forces, long braking distances and long free play of the brake pedal when driving to the next specialist garage. The warning light comes on, if the fuel level is still below 9 litres. For further information on the brake system ...
Unlocking and locking Unlocking and locking Note Please approach an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you lose a key since he can obtain a new one for you. Changing the battery in the remote control key Fig. 23 Remote control key ...
Unlocking and locking Child safety lock For the sake of the environment Dispose of a used battery in accordance with environmental regulations. The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the inside. Note Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery. ...
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Unlocking and locking unlocked when opening. Afterwards you can open the boot lid by pressing the handle You can have the function opening a single door activated by an authorised Škoda on the lower edge of the boot lid page 44. Service Partner on request or you can activate it yourself with the aid of the Informa- tion display* ...
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Unlocking and locking fig. 26 Only the driver's door can be unlocked or locked using the key if the central locking If a valid remote control key is located in the area of the vehicle, it system fails page 43, “Emergency unlocking and locking of the driver's door”. You is possible to unlock the relevant door of this area.
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Unlocking and locking Keyless defective or Check Keyless Caution There is a fault in the KESSY system, contact your specialist garage. After leaving the vehicle, it does not lock automatically, this is why you should pay attention to the procedure for locking the vehicle page 40. Renew key battery! or Key Battery Low voltage is present in the battery of the remote control key, change the battery.
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Unlocking and locking Safe securing Button for the central locking system The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. Locking the vehicle from the outside causes the door locks to be automatically blocked. It is not possible to open the doors with the door handle either from the inside or from the outside.
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Unlocking and locking Emergency locking of the doors WARNING The central locking system also operates if the ignition is switched off. All the doors and the boot lid are locked. Children should never be left unattended in the vehicle since it is difficult to provide assistance from the outside when the doors are locked.
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Unlocking and locking Twindoor - small boot lid Note After closing the boot lid, it is automatically locked within 2 seconds and the anti-theft alarm system* is activated. This applies only if the vehicle was locked before closing the boot lid. ...
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Unlocking and locking Close large boot lid Electric boot lid* (Combi) - Description – Pull the boot lid down and close it with a slight swing . The bonnet locks auto- matically. A handle which makes the closing easier is located on the inner paneling of the boot lid.
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Unlocking and locking Description of the operation Caution In a critical situation, the movement of the lid can be stopped by applying an abrupt and quick force against the lid. Before opening or closing the lid, check if there are any objects in the opening or closing range which could obstruct the movement (e.g.
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Unlocking and locking When the ignition is switched on, the operation of the boot lid does not function using Audible signals the remote control key. Audible signals are active during the electrical operation of the lid. They serve as a safety function and provide information about the success of a performed action.
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Unlocking and locking Emergency unlocking of the boot lid – Hold the inner button pressed for approx. 3 seconds. An audible signal sounds and the height which was originally set is deleted from the memory of the control unit, while the basic position of the top lid position is again set. Note ...
Unlocking and locking – You can unlock the lid by moving it in the direction of the arrow. The battery must be replaced, ideally by an authorised Škoda Service Partner, if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system does react to the remote control at less than –...
Unlocking and locking Automatic opening of the boot lid (Combi) Note page 49, fig. 37 – Press the button for about 1 seconds. Further information Operate the radio remote control only when the doors and boot lid are closed and ...
Unlocking and locking and locking of the driver's door”. The door contact monitoring is activated approx. 15 Note seconds after the locking. The interior and the towing protection monitoring are acti- The working life of the alarm siren is 6 years. More detailed information is available vated approx.
Unlocking and locking Closing a window Note – A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective button in the door. The You can switch the interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring off if closing process stops when one releases the button. there is a possibility that movements from (e.g.
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Unlocking and locking – Additionally you can open the window automatically (fully opened) by pressing the WARNING (continued) button up to the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window to stop immediately. It is recommended to deactivate the electrically operated power windows in ...
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Unlocking and locking You must try to close the window once again within 10 seconds after the window has WARNING gone down twice, even if the obstacle was not yet removed, the closing process is stopped. During this time it is not possible to automatically close the window. The The system is fitted with a force limiter ...
Unlocking and locking Opening and tilting WARNING (continued) You should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may Comfort position otherwise suffer severe injuries as a result of getting an arm, for example, fig. – Turn the switch to position jammed in the window! Opening fully Electric sliding/tilting roof*...
Unlocking and locking Emergency operation WARNING Close the sliding/tilting roof carefully - risk of injury! Convenience operation You can also close an open sliding/tilting roof from the outside. – Keep the lock button on the radio remote control pressed or hold the key in the locking cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position, or when using the KESSY* ...
Unlocking and locking Panoramic sliding roof* (Combi) – In order to close, press down the switch on the recess and then push it forwards. When the panoramic sliding roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind Introduction noise is reduced.
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Unlocking and locking Opening and closing the sun screen After releasing the button, or lifting your finger off the sensor when using the KESSY* system, the closing process is immediately interrupted. Tilting the panoramic sliding roof – Hold down the unlock button on the remote control key until the panoramic sliding roof is tilted.
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Unlocking and locking – Press on the cover again by first of all inserting the plastic lugs and then pushing the cover up. – Have the malfunction rectified by a specialist garage. Note After each emergency operation, it is necessary to initialise the roof page 59, “Initial- ising the panoramic sliding roof”.
Lights and Visibility Lights and Visibility Lights Low beam comes on only if the ignition is switched on. After switching off the ignition, the low beam is switched off automatically and only the side lights come on. Switching lights on and off On models fitted with right-hand steering the position of certain switches differs ...
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Lights and Visibility Daylight driving lights Automatic driving lamp control* Switching on daylight driving lights – Switch on the ignition without turning the light switch out of the position 0. Deactivating the function daylight driving lights – Pull the turn signal light lever towards the steering wheel up to 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and at the same time, slide it to the bottom and hold it in this position for at least 3 seconds.
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Lights and Visibility Rain lights – Close all the doors and the boot lid and lock the vehicle. After a short time, switch all lights off. If you move the windshield wiper lever in the position slow wipe for more than 5 seconds, the side lights and low beam are automatically switched on.
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Lights and Visibility Switching on Leaving Home Function Adaptive headlights (AHL)* – After leaving the vehicle, the light switch is in the position automatic driving lamp Switch on Adaptive headlights (AHL)* control page 61, fig. 47 – Turn the light switch into position ...
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Lights and Visibility Mode motorway Note In the mode “motorway” the dispersion of the cone of light is so widespread, that it illu- The AHL system* complements the functions of the fog lights with the function minates also the left (and right) lane of the motorway, so that the driver can react in “CORNER”...
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Lights and Visibility Instrument lighting the daylight driving lights are not switched on, the low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position and the You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting. intensity of the ambient light causes the low beam to be switched on, ...
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Lights and Visibility page 65, fig. 50 – Turn the control dial until you have adjusted the low beam so light in the switch also flash at the same time. You can also switch on the hazard that oncoming traffic is not dazzled. warning light system if the ignition is switched off.
Lights and Visibility – Turn signal for changing lanes - in order to only flash briefly, move the lever up or Note down to the pressure point and hold it in this position. If you have switched on the right or left turn signal light and you switch off the igni- tion, the parking light is not automatically switched on.
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Lights and Visibility Lighting of storage compartment on the front passenger side Front reading lights – When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front passenger side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on. – The light switches on automatically when the parking light is switched on and goes out when the flap is closed.
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Lights and Visibility Reading lights Front door warning light* – You switch on or off the reading light on the right or left by pressing the switch page 68, fig. Rear reading lights* (Combi) Valid for vehicles which are fitted with a panoramic sliding roof. Fig.
Lights and Visibility Luggage compartment light (Combi) Taking out the lamp Taking out the lamp Removeable lamp fig. 58 – Grasp the lamp at the points of the arrows and swivel it in the direc- tion of arrow Placing the lamp again in its holder –...
Lights and Visibility Visibility – Lever off the cover of the rechargeable batteries with a narrow and pointed object page 70, fig. at the point of the lock-off clips Windscreen and rear window heater – Remove the faulty rechargeable batteries from the lamp. –...
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Lights and Visibility Sun screen* The position and the shape of the switch for rear window heater can differ depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. Sun visors Fig. 61 Unroll the sun screen The sun screen is located in the lower part of the luggage compartment cover. Fig.
Lights and Visibility Windshield wiper and wash system Sun screen in the rear doors* Windshield wiper You can operate the windscreen wipers and automatic wipe/wash using the windscreen wiper lever. Fig. 62 Rear door: Sun screen Pulling out fig. 62 –...
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Lights and Visibility Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen The windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is switched on and the bonnet is closed. – Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into sprung position , the wash system sprays immediately, the windscreen wiper starts wiping a little later.
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Lights and Visibility Caution Note In frosty weather, please first of all check whether the windscreen wiper blades are not The function of the automatic rear window wiper is only valid for Combi vehicles which frozen to the windscreen before switching them on. Switching on windscreen wipers are equipped with the information display*.
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Lights and Visibility Replacing wiper blades for the windscreen wipers Wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good visibility. Wiper blades should not be allowed to become dirtied by dust, insect remains and preserving wax. Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then be due to wax residues left on the windscreen by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash systems.
Lights and Visibility Attaching a wiper blade Switching off the automatic dimming – Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking button – Press again the button - the warning light goes out – Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached. If the automatic dimming is switched on, the mirror dims automatically depending on –...
Lights and Visibility Heating of the external mirror WARNING page 77, fig. – Turn the rotary knob to position Convex (curved outward) or spherical (differently curved) exterior mirrors increase the vision field. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors simultaneously mirror.
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Lights and Visibility When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the mirror always moves back into the basic position (not dimmed). Note Automatic mirror dimming operates only properly if the sun screen* for the rear window is not in use or the light striking the rear of the interior rear-view mirror is not affected by other objects.
Seats and Stowage Seats and Stowage Front seats WARNING (continued) Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get Basic information behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.
Seats and Stowage Adjusting lumbar support* Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction fig. 69 fig. – Turn the lever until you have set the most comfortable curvature of the seat – Press the switch forwards or backwards upholstery in the area of your spine.
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Seats and Stowage page 77. – Turn the exterior mirror control to position WARNING (continued) – Engage the reverse gear. The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise – Move the right exterior mirror into the desired position page 77. this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of the airbag system - risk of injury! –...
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Seats and Stowage – Press the unlock button page 49, after the successful assignment an audible Retrieving settings of the seat and mirrors signal will sound. The setting is stored with the memory button which you have You can retrieve the stored settings either with the memory buttons or selected.
Seats and Stowage Head restraints The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Correctly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protection for the occupants page 162, “Correct seated position”. WARNING ...
Seats and Stowage fig. Folding the seat backrests forward – Press the locking button in the direction of arrow 72, press simultane- ously the locking button into the opening using a flat screwdriver with a width – Before folding the seat backrests forwards, you must adapt the position of the front of maximum 5 mm and pull out the head restraint.
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Seats and Stowage Folding the rear seats forwards (Combi) fig. – You can fold down the armrest to enhance occupant comfort Seat heaters* Fig. 74 Folding the seat cushion forwards To enlarge the luggage compartment, the rear seats can be folded forwards page 85, if necessary fold the seat cushions forwards.
Seats and Stowage WARNING (continued) WARNING If, as an occupant, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. Do not place any footmats or other additional floor coverings in the area of through medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we the pedals in order to ensure that all the pedals can be fully depressed and are recommend not to use the seat heating.
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Seats and Stowage Lashing eyes WARNING (continued) Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects which are flying around are hit by a deployed airbag.
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Seats and Stowage Fixing nets - Net programme* Note page 89, fig. The hooks 79, located on both sides of the luggage compartment, are only designed for fixing the fixing net. Folding hooks Fig. 78 Fixing net: Vertical pocket, floor fixing net and horizontal pocket Fig.
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Seats and Stowage Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment WARNING (continued) No objects with sharp edges should be stowed in the luggage net, because they can damage the luggage net. Luggage compartment cover You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the head restraints for storing light and soft items.
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Seats and Stowage Caution WARNING Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not damaged No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover. as a result of objects placed in this area. Automatic foldable luggage compartment cover* (Combi) Note The automatic rolling up of the foldable luggage compartment cover Opening the tailgate also lifts up the luggage compartment cover.
Seats and Stowage Removing the variable loading floor in the luggage compartment* Divide the luggage compartment with variable loading floor* Fig. 86 Luggage compartment: Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor Fig. 85 Luggage compartment: Remove variable loading floor / remove carrier rails The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor.
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Seats and Stowage Partially pulling out the variable loading floor* Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor* Fig. 88 Divide the luggage compartment Fig. 87 Luggage compartment: partially pulling out the variable loading floor The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor. The variable loading floor can be partially pulled out over the rear bumper.
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Seats and Stowage Removing and installing the variable loading floor* (Combi) page 94, fig. 90 – Push the floor forwards until it engages in the openings in the carrier rails. – Carefully press on the points of the openings on the floor until it is heard to lock in place, if necessary press the safety buttons WARNING...
Seats and Stowage Tensioning strap Four moveable lashing eyes, which can be used for example for attaching the fixing net, are located in the luggage compartment. – Insert the holder of the tensioning strap into the opening of the left or right carrier ...
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Seats and Stowage If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, you can remove the foldable WARNING page 91, fig. luggage compartment cover The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding back the seat cushions and the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
Seats and Stowage – Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of arrow as far as the For the sake of the environment stop. The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption. One should – Fold the rear seats back into their original position. therefore take off the roof bar system after use.
Seats and Stowage Caution WARNING (continued) Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. They may spill when You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the permissible braking and while doing so damage the vehicle. axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your vehicle - risk of accident! ...
Seats and Stowage Note holder Insert ashtray insert – Insert the ashtray vertically downwards. WARNING Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! Rear ashtray* Fig. 99 Windscreen: Note holder The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching a car park ticket in parking areas. The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the driver's vision.
Seats and Stowage Cigarette lighter*, power sockets Note Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain Cigarette lighter the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining! You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other electrical Further information ...
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Seats and Stowage Storage compartment on the front passenger side page 101 Storage compartment on the front passenger side page 102 Storage compartment on the driver's side page 102 Storage compartment in front centre console page 103 Storage net on the front centre console ...
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Seats and Stowage Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger side – The storage compartment is opened by lifting the handle and folding open in the page 102, fig. direction of arrow 105. The compartment is fitted with an isolatable entry for air. WARNING The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety reasons.
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Seats and Stowage Storage net on the front centre console* WARNING The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting objects and otherwise must be kept closed. Caution On vehicles which are fitted with an anti-theft alarm system*, the opened storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the sensors for the interior monitor*.
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Seats and Stowage Storage compartment below front passenger seat* Closing storage compartment – Open the lid up to the stop, then you can fold it downwards. Setting height – First of all fold the lid to the bottom and lift it in the direction of arrow into one of the 4 fixed positions.
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Seats and Stowage Storage compartment in rear centre console Seat backrest with opening for skis Fig. 113 Centre console at rear: Storage compartment Fig. 114 Rear seats: Handle of lid / luggage compartment: Unlock button The storage compartment is equipped with a removeable insert. After folding open the armrest and the lid, an opening in the seat backrest becomes ...
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Seats and Stowage – Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the locking button WARNING clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest. The opening for the skis is solely used for transporting skis which are placed in –...
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Seats and Stowage Lockable side compartment* (Combi) WARNING (continued) Use the hooks for hanging only light items of clothing and ensure that there are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets. The maximum permissable load of the hooks is 2 kg. ...
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Seats and Stowage Caution Make sure that the cover of the side compartment is not damaged when installing or removing.
Air conditioning system Air conditioning system Introduction Note The used air streams out through the air removal openings in the luggage compart- Description and information ment. If the cooling system has not been switched on for a lengthy period, odours may If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in the be produced at the evaporator because of deposits.
Air conditioning system Operational malfunctions If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5 °C, there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be: The fuse on the air conditioning system has blown. Check the fuse, replace it if necessary ...
Air conditioning system Climatic (semi-automatic air conditioning system) Using the system Description The Climatic is a combined cooling and heating system. It makes it possible to optimally control the air temperature at any season of the year. Description of the Climatic It is important for your safety and for your driving comfort that the Climatic is operating properly.
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Air conditioning system – When you again press the switch , the cooling system is switched off. The The blower should aways be on to prevent the windows from misting up. warning light in the button goes out. Note Rear window heater ...
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Air conditioning system Setting of the control dial Button Setup Air outlet vents 2 Defrosting the windscreen Open and align with the side recommended 22°C Switched off Do not switch on and side windows window Free windscreen and side Open and align with the side ...
Air conditioning system Climatronic* (automatic air conditioning) Note On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted radio* or navigation*, the information of Description the Climatronic is also shown on the display. This function can be switched off, see operating instructions of the radio* or the navigation system*. The Climatronic system is a combination of an automatic heating, fresh air and cooling system which provides optimal comfort for the occu- Overview of the control elements...
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Air conditioning system Setting the blower speed The automatic mode is switched off by pressing the button for the air distribution or increasing or decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is nevertheless Depending on the vehicle equipment: Button for direct switching on/off of auxil- regulated.
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Air conditioning system Recirculated air mode WARNING (continued) In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle tion and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident and then fed back into the interior. When the automatic air distribution increases.
Air conditioning system Defrosting windscreen WARNING Defrosting windscreen - switching on The auxiliary heating must never be operated in closed rooms - risk of poisoning! page 114, fig. – Press the button 122. The auxiliary heating must not be running during refueling - risk of fire. ...
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Air conditioning system So that warm air can flow into the vehicle interior after switching on the auxiliary – In the menu Aux. heating select the menu point Running time and set the desired heating, you must maintain the temperature normally selected by you (we recom- running time in steps of 5 minutes.
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Air conditioning system fig. 124 The prerequisite for the correct switching on of the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating towards the top. You must not cover over the antenna with the fingers or the and ventilation) according to the programmed pre-set time is the correct setting of the palm of the hand.
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Air conditioning system Changing the battery of the radio remote control If the warning light of the radio remote control indicates a weak or discharged battery, page 119, fig. 124, it must be replaced. The battery is located under a cover on the back of the radio remote control.
Starting-off and Driving Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position WARNING (continued) If you adjust the steering wheel further towards the head, you will reduce the protection offered by the driver airbag in the event of an accident. Check that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
Starting-off and Driving You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating WARNING (continued) period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily. Always withdraw the ignition key if you are going to leave the vehicle, even - start engine for a short time.
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Starting-off and Driving It may be necessary, if the engine is very hot, to slightly depress the accelerator after WARNING the engine has started. Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon monoxide a Diesel engines poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
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Starting-off and Driving Shift into reverse only when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold WARNING it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to avoid any shift noises. Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of accident! ...
Starting-off and Driving – Hold the button pressed and push the handbrake lever down fully Unlocking and locking the steering The handbrake warning light lights up when the handbrake is applied, provided the ignition is on. A warning signal sounds and the following text appears in the display* if you have inad- vertently driven off with the handbrake applied: Release parking brake! The handbrake warning is activated if you drive at a speed of more than 6 km/h for...
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Starting-off and Driving It is necessary to eliminate the possible cause which prevents the unlocking and repeat On vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox, the clutch must not be pressed after the attempt to unlock the steering. switching off the ignition otherwise the system would try to start. On vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox, the selector lever must be in the position Engine protection for electric steering lock P or N and the brake pedal must not be pressed.
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Starting-off and Driving Switching the engine off If in an emergency, the engine must be started quickly (e.g. in a critical situation), you can start the engine by pressing the starter button again before the preglow warning light goes out. –...
Starting-off and Driving Move selector lever to position P/N! or P/N Range of sensors This message is shown if the selector lever is not in the position P or N, when locking The clearance warning begins at a distance of about 160 cm from the obstacle (area ...
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Starting-off and Driving A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm (area ) - danger area. Note From this moment on do not continue driving! If the vehicle is equipped with a The parking aid does not operate if you are towing a trailer (applies to models factory-fitted towing device*, the border of the danger area starts - continuous tone - which feature a factory-fitted towing device*).
Starting-off and Driving Note WARNING Only the front parking aid operates if you are towing a trailer (applies only to The park assist does not take away the responsability from the driver when models which feature a factory-fitted towing device*). parking.
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Starting-off and Driving In order to avoid damaging the sensors while cleaning with high-pressure cleaners Operate the turn signal for the driver's side if you wish to park on this side of the road. or steam jets, the sensors must only be directly sprayed for short periods while a In the information display* the search area for the parking space is indicated on the minimum distance of 10 cm must be observed.
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Starting-off and Driving – Please wait until the steering wheel turns automatically into the required position and then carefully drive backwards. You can repeat these steps several times. – End the parking procedure from a distance on the basis of the information of the system.
Starting-off and Driving Park Assist finished. TCS deactivated. Park Assist: Stationary time not sufficient. The parking procedure cannot be carried out because the TCS system is switched off. The stationary time of the vehicle was less than 1 second. TCS deactivated. Please take over steering! Park Assist: Speed too low.
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Starting-off and Driving Storing a speed Changing a stored speed You can also change the speed of the vehicle without depressing the accelerator. Faster – You can increase the stored speed without depressing the accelerator, by pressing fig. 136 the rocker button in the RES position.
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Starting-off and Driving WARNING First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that moment before resuming the stored speed. Switching off the cruise control system completely page 134, fig. 136 – Press the switch to the right into position OFF.
Automatic gearbox DSG* Automatic gearbox DSG* Automatic gearbox DSG* – Apply the handbrake firmly. – Press and Shiftlock button in the selector lever, move the selector lever to P and Introduction then release the Shiftlock button. The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position P or N Your car is equipped with an automatic gearbox DSG.
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Automatic gearbox DSG* - Reverse gear Caution Reverse gear must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine The double clutch on the automatic gearbox DSG is equipped with an overload idling protection. If you make use of the uphill function on a vehicle which is stationary or The brake pedal must be depressed and at the same time the Shiftlock must be driving slowly uphill, it will result in an increase of thermal stress of the clutches.
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Automatic gearbox DSG* Keylock - Ignition key withdrawal lock WARNING You can only withdraw the ignition key after switching off the ignition if the selector Never move the selector lever into position R or P when driving - risk of an lever is in position P.
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Automatic gearbox DSG* Shifting up gears the gearbox to switch over to this style of driving and shift down earlier with frequent changes in gears in comparison to the moderate style of driving. fig. 138 – One-touch forward of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position) Selecting the most appropriate driving programme for the particular style of driving is Shifting down gears a continuous process.
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Automatic gearbox DSG* Shifting down gears Selector lever-emergency unlocking (DSG) page 139, fig. 139 – Press the left rocker switch for the multifunction steering wheel. Temporarily switching over to manual shifting – If the selector lever is in position D or S, press the left rocker switch or the right rocker switch for the multifunction steering wheel.
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Automatic gearbox DSG* Towing a vehicle Please pay attention to the following information if it comes necessary to tow-in your car page 242. Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
Communication Communication Multifunction steering wheel* Operate radio und navigation on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 141 Multifunction steering wheel: control buttons The buttons for setting the basic functions of the factory-fitted radio and navigation fig. system are located on the multifunction steering wheel* 141.
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Communication Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
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Communication Button Action Radio, traffic information CD / CD changer / MP3 Navigation press briefly Switch off/on tone / activation and deactivation of the voice control press button for a switch off/on* long period of time turn upwards Increase volume ...
Communication Only valid for the navigation system Columbus. Note WARNING The loudspeakers in the vehicle are matched to a power output of the radio and If a mobile phone or a two-way radio system is operated in the vehicle navigation system of 4x 20°W.
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Should you have any questions, please contact an authorised Škoda Service – Confirm the PIN (as standard 1234). Partner. – If the hands-free system announces (as standard Skoda UHV) on the display of the mobile phone, enter the PIN (as standard 1234) within 30 seconds and wait until Phone Phonebook the connection is established.
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Communication Connection with an already paired mobile phone devices and mutual interferences with other devices. If your mobile phone is e.g. in a ® jacket pocket, this can lead to difficulties when establishing the Bluetooth connection After switching on the ignition, the connection is automatically established for the with the hands-free system or the data transfer.
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Communication Operating telephone calls with the aid of the adapter*. The voice control of the telephone is activated by briefly pressing the PTT button fig. (button push to talk) on the adapter* 143. Aside from the PTT button, the SOS button can be found on certain adapters* on the ...
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Communication Button Action Operation Activation and deactivation of the voice control (Button PTT - Push to talk) press briefly Cancelation of the replayed message Increase volume turn upwards turn downwards Decrease volume press briefly Accept call, terminate call, entry in the main menu of the telephone, list of selected numbers ...
Phone name - the possibility to change the name of the telephone unit (pre-set during the message. SKODA UHV) When receiving an incoming call, the dialogue is immediately interrupted and you can accept the call by pressing the button...
Communication It is recommended to speak louder at higher speeds, so that the tone of your voice After giving the command DIAL NUMBER, the system requests the entry of a tele- is louder than the increased surrounding noise. phone number. The telephone number can be entered as an interconnected spoken ...
Communication Note Note ® Please refer to the following guidelines page 145, “Mobile phones and two-way The device to be connected must support the Bluetooth profile A2DP, see Owner's manual of the device to be connected. radio systems”. ...
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Communication provided in the operating instructions of your mobile phone. The following steps must – If your SIM card is blocked by a PIN code, enter the PIN of the SIM card of your tele- be carried out for the connection. phone.
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Communication ® Not valid for all mobile phones which enable a communication via Bluetooth WARNING You can ask at an authorised Škoda Service Partner if your telephone is compatible with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl. Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully ...
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Communication Button Action Operation Activation and deactivation of the voice control (Button PTT - Push to talk) press briefly Cancelation of the replayed message Increase volume turn upwards turn downwards Decrease volume press briefly Accept call, terminate call, entry in the main menu of the telephone, list of selected numbers Reject call, list of the last calls, entry in the main menu of the telephone, list of dialed numbers ...
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Phone name - the possibility to change the name of the hands-free system (pre- In the menu point Phone book is the list of the loaded contacts from the telephone set SKODA UHV) memory and the SIM card of the mobile phone. In the phone phonebook there are Settings 2000 free memory locations available.
Communication Volume If the system does not recognise your command, it repeats the first part of the aid and thus a new entry is possible. After the 2nd error the system repeats the second part of Phone settings the aid.
– Search for available Bluetooth devices on the device to be connected. LONG DIALOGUE Help is not reduced (suitable for beginners). – In the list of the devices found, select the hands-free system (as standard “SKODA CANCEL The dialogue is ended. UHV”).
Communication ® CD changer* In order to enable the music playback via Bluetooth , it is necessary to first connect the device to be connected with the hands-free system in the menu Phone - Bluetooth - Media player. The music playback process is performed on the connected device. Note ®...
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Communication Ejecting all CDs – Hold the button pressed for more than 2 seconds, in order to eject the CDs. All CDs in the CD-changer are ejected consecutively. Note Always guide the CD into the CD-case with the printed side pointing upwards. ...
Passive Safety Safety Passive Safety Basic information seat belt height adjuster for front seats, front airbag for the driver and front passenger, Driving the safe way driver's knee airbag*, front side airbags, Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situations. ...
Passive Safety Correct seated position Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly. Inspect the tyre inflation pressure. Correct seated position for the driver Ensure that all the windows offer a good visibility to the outside. ...
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Passive Safety Manual front passenger adjustment page 80, “Adjusting the front seats”. WARNING Electrical front passenger seat adjustment page 81, “Adjusting front seats electri- The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match cally*”.
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Passive Safety sit to the side, WARNING lean out of the window, The head restraints must always be adjusted to match the body size, in order put the feet out of the window, to offer an optimal protection for you and your occupants. ...
Seat belts Seat belts Why seat belts? WARNING Fasten your seat belt each time before setting off, also when driving in town! This also applies to the people seated at the rear - risk of injury! Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt. This is the only way of ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child ...
Seat belts vehicle and the occupants. The greater the speed and weight increase, the greater the WARNING (continued) amount of energy which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident. The maximum protection which seat belts can offer is only achieved if you The speed of the vehicle is, nevertheless, the most important factor.
Seat belts How are seat belts correctly fastened? WARNING (continued) chest. The lap part of the belt must run across the hip and must never be routed Fastening three-point seat belts fig. 150 across the stomach. It must always fit snugly - left.
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Seat belts WARNING WARNING Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt is The three-point safety belt for the rear middle seat can only fulfil its function reliably when the backrests are correctly locked into position page 85. positioned approximately across the middle of your shoulder - on no account across your neck.
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Seat belts It is essential to pay attention to relevant safety regulations if the vehicle or indi- vidual parts of the system are scrapped. Specialist garages are familiar with these regu- lations and will be able to provide you with detailed information in this respect. ...
Airbag system Airbag system Description of the airbag system the airbag indicator light comes on or flickers when driving, an airbag indicator light showing a switched-off front passenger airbag* in the General information on the airbag system middle of the dash panel flashes. The front airbag system is complementary to the three-point seat belts and offers addi- WARNING tional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and passenger in the event...
Airbag system When are the airbags deployed? Note A grey white, non harmful gas is released when airbag is inflated. This is perfectly The airbag system is designed in such a way that the driver and front passenger airbag normal and is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle.
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Airbag system The front airbag system, in combination with three-point safety belts, offers additional In certain accident situations, the front, side and head airbag are deployed together. protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger in the event of If the airbags are deployed, the airbags are filled with a propellant gas and inflated in a frontal collision of major severity ...
Airbag system Driver's knee airbag* WARNING (continued) For the driver and front passenger it is important to maintain a distance of Description of the driver's knee airbags page 172, fig. at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel 155.
Airbag system Side airbags* A grey white, non harmful gas is released when airbag is inflated. This is perfectly normal and is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle. Description of side airbags The forward movement of the body is cushioned when it makes contact with the fully inflated airbag and the risk of injury to the legs of the driver is thus reduced.
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Airbag system Function of the side airbags WARNING (continued) Risk of injury to the upper part of the body is reduced by fully inflated if the front passenger airbag is deployed. In certain countries national legal side airbags. provisions also require that the side or head passenger airbags be deactivated. When transporting a child on the front passenger seat, please comply with the appropriate national regulations regarding the use of child safety seats.
Airbag system Head airbags* WARNING (continued) Always work with an authorised Škoda dealer or have it carried out by a Description of the head airbags competent specialist workshop. The head airbag together with the side airbag offers enhanced occu- ...
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Airbag system Function of the head airbags Important safety information on the head airbag The risk of injury to the head and neck area is reduced in the event of a Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the risk of injury! side collision by fully inflated head airbags.
Airbag system Monitoring the airbag system WARNING (continued) The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically when one airbag being deployed. When the deployed head airbag is inflated, parts of the acces- has been switched off. sories fitted may in certain circumstances be thrown into the interior of the car If the airbag was switched off using diagnostic equipment: and cause injuries to the occupants ...
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Airbag system Deactivating an airbag WARNING (continued) – Switch off the ignition. Front passenger airbag is not deployed in the event of an accident! fig. 161 – Turn the slot of the airbag switch using the key in the position (OFF) ...
Transporting children safely Transporting children safely What you should know about transporting children! Note Any varying national legal regulations take priority over the information provided in An introduction to the subject these instructions for use, or stated in this chapter. Accident statistics have revealed that children are generally more safely Important safety information regarding the use of child safety seats transported on the rear seats than on the front passenger seat.
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Transporting children safely on the front passenger seat then you must pay attention to the following warnings in WARNING (continued) connection with the use of the airbag system on the front passenger seat. passenger seat if the airbag system deploys in the event of an accident. This can result in severe or even fatal injuries.
Transporting children safely WARNING (continued) WARNING It is essential to always switch off page 178 the front passenger airbag You should have the front passenger airbag (or airbags) reactivated just as when attaching a child safety seat on the front passenger seat where the child is soon as you no longer use a child safety seat on the front passenger seat.
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Transporting children safely Child seats of group 0/0+ Group Weight page 183 0 - 10 kg page 183 up to 13 kg page 184 9 - 18 kg page 184 15 - 25 kg page 185 22 - 36 kg Children of more than 150 cm in height may use the seat belts fitted to the vehicle Fig.
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Transporting children safely Child safety seats in Group 1 WARNING (continued) You should have the front passenger airbag (or airbags) reactivated just as soon as you no longer use a child safety seat on the front passenger seat. Child safety seats in Group 2 Fig.
Transporting children safely Attaching a child seat using the “ISOFIX” system Child safety seats in Group 3 Fig. 167 Child seat in Group 3 installed on the rear seat facing the direction of travel Fig. 168 Locking eyes (ISOFIX system) / the ISOFIX child seat is pushed into the mounting For children of about 7 years of age weighing between 22 and 36 kg and of a height of funnels less than 150 cm, the optimal solution is a child safety seat (seat bolster) in combina-...
Transporting children safely WARNING WARNING The locking eyes have just been developed for child safety seats which use Attach the child seats with the “Top Tether” system only to the points fig. the “ISOFIX” system. You should therefore never attach other child safety seats, provided for this purpose 169.
Intelligent Technology Driving Tips Intelligent Technology Electronic stability programme (ESP)* Operating principle The ESP switches on automatically when the engine is started and then conducts a self-test. The ESP control unit processes data from the individual systems. It also proc- General esses additional measurement data which are supplied by highly sensitive sensors: the rotational velocity of the vehicle about its vertical axis, the lateral acceleration of the...
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Intelligent Technology The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled down. WARNING (continued) offered must not tempt you to take greater risks than otherwise - risk of an acci- WARNING dent! Carefully depress the accelerator when accelerating on uniformly slippery road surfaces, such as ice and snow.
Intelligent Technology General Note The TCS makes it much easier, and sometimes at all possible, to start off, accelerate and All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres in order to achieve problem-free climb a steep hill when the conditions of the road surface are unfavourable. operation of the TCS.
Intelligent Technology been washed in an automatic vehicle wash, since the brake discs and brake pads may WARNING (continued) be moist or even have a coating of ice on them in winter. You should dry the brakes as in” before they develop their optimal friction force. You can, however, compen- soon as possible by applying and releasing the brakes several times.
Intelligent Technology Antilock brake system (ABS) Changes to vehicle (e.g. on engine, on the brakes, on chassis or another combina- tion of tyres and wheels) can influence the function of the ABS page 234, “Accesso- ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. ries, changes and replacement of parts”.
Intelligent Technology Uphill Start Assist* Tyre pressure monitoring system* The uphill start assist makes it easier to start off on steep hills. The system assists a start off by holding the brake pressure produced by the brake pedal actuation for approx. 2 seconds after releasing the brake pedal.
Intelligent Technology page 192, fig. 172 Press button for more than 2 seconds. While pressing In order to ensure a proper functioning of the tyre inflation pressure-control the button, the warning light lights up. At the same time the memory of the system system, it is necessary to carry out the basic setting again every 10 000 km or 1x a is erased and the new calibration is started, which is confirmed with an audible signal year.
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Intelligent Technology WARNING (continued) When the engine reaches its operating temperature, these substances might ignite - risk of fire. Note When using diesel fuel with high sulphur content the life of the diesel particle filter is clearly reduced. A specialist garage will be able to tell you which countries use only diesel fuel with high sulphur content.
Driving and the Environment Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards Caution All the speed and engine revolution figures apply only when the engine is at its normal A new engine operating temperature. Never rev up an engine which is cold, neither when the vehicle is stationary nor when driving in individual gears.
Driving and the Environment Catalytic converter If you detect a power reduction or irregular engine running when driving, reduce your speed immediately and have the vehicle inspected by the nearest specialist Proper operation of the emission control system (catalytic converter) is garage.
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Driving and the Environment guidelines given in this chapter in order to make best use of these characteristics and An effective way of achieving good fuel economy is to shift up early. You will consume to maintain their effectiveness. more fuel if you drive at unnecessarily high revolutions in any given gear. ...
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Driving and the Environment Reducing idling Check the ground below your vehicle at regular intervals to detect any leakages in good time. Please have your vehicle inspected by a specialist garge if you find any Idling also costs fuel. stains caused by oil or other fluids on the floor.
Driving and the Environment Checking tyre inflation pressures Keeping a log of your fuel consumption Tyres which are correctly inflated save fuel. If you really wish to keep a close check on your fuel consumption, it is best to enter the figures in a logbook.
Driving and the Environment solvent-free protection of the vehicle for transportation from the production plant happy to provide information about technical aspects of the vehicle, required mainte- to the customer, nance work and possibilities for getting repairs done. The use of solvent-free adhesives, ...
Driving and the Environment Driving through bodies of water on roads Caution When driving through bodies of water, parts of the vehicle such as the engine, gearbox, catalytic converter, chassis or electrics can be severely damaged. Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permissible water level for your vehicle.
Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Towing a trailer General Maintenance There are a number of points to pay attention to when towing a trailer. Technical requirements Trailer load The towing device must satisfy certain technical requirements. The permissible trailer load must on no account be exceeded. Your vehicle is designed primarily for transporting persons and luggage.
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Towing a trailer Headlights The fact that the driving stability of the vehicle + trailer combination reduces with increasing speed means that the legally allowed speed should not be used when there Before starting off with a hitched trailer, also check the setting of the headlights. Alter are unfavourable road, weather or wind conditions, particularly near accident black the setting as necessary with the aid of the headlight beam adjuster ...
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Towing a trailer Detachable towing device* You should take off the ball head if you drive without towing a trailer. Inspect whether the end cover properly seals off the mounting shaft. Remove the ball head beforehand if you wish to clean your vehicle using a steam jet.
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Maintenance Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Frequency of use, The parking situation (garage, below trees etc.), Proper care retains the value of your vehicle. ...
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle There are no particular points to note before washing your vehicle in an automatic Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning products vehicle wash system other than the usual precautionary measures (closing the - risk of damage to the surface of paintwork.
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Paint damage A new layer of a high-quality hard wax polish can be applied to the clean bodywork after it has dried thoroughly. Even if you use a wax preserver regularly we still recom- mend that you treat the paintwork of the vehicle at least twice a year with hard wax.
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Do not use window leathers which you have used to polish the vehicle body to dry off Note the windows. Residues of preservatives in the window leather can dirty the window When washing your vehicle, ensure that as little water as possible gets into the locking and reduce visibility.
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Underbody protection Engine compartment The underside of your vehicle is protected for life against chemical and mechanical Good corrosion protection is very important, particularly in winter when one often influences. drives over its salt-strewn roads. One should therefore clean the whole engine compartment before and after the salt spreading period and treat with preservative in One cannot, however, completely rule out damage to the protective layer when order to prevent the salt from being destructive.
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Removing stains Upholstery cloth and cloth trim on the doors, luggage compartment cover, headliner etc. are best treated with special cleaning products, using if necessary a dry foam and – Remove fresh stains which are water-based (e.g. coffee, tea, juices, blood etc.) a soft sponge or brush.
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle Clean the leather every 2 to 3 months, remove fresh soiling each time this occurs. Remove fresh stains such as those from ball-point pens, ink, lipstick, shoe cream etc., as quickly as possible. ...
Fuel Fuel Petrol On vehicles with prescribed unleaded petrol 95/91 RON, the use of petrol with a higher octane number than 95 does not result in a noticeable power increase or a lower fuel consumption. Grades of petrol On vehicles with prescribed unleaded petrol min. 95 RON, the use of petrol with a higher octane number than 95 does not result in a power increase or a lower fuel consumption.
Fuel Caution Caution Therefore, your vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel which complies with It is not permitted to add the various fuel additives on the market, including petrol, to the standard EN 590 (standard DIN 51628 in Germany, standard ÖNORM C 1590 in diesel fuel in order to improve its flow properties.
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Fuel WARNING Pay attention to any legal requirements if you do carry a spare canister in the vehicle. We do not recommend carrying any fuel canisters in your vehicle for safety reasons. The canister can be damaged in the event of an accident and fuel may leak out.
Inspecting and replenishing Inspecting and replenishing Engine compartment – Ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers are correctly in place against the windscreen before opening the bonnet otherwise damage could occur to the paintwork. Bonnet remote release fig. –...
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Inspecting and replenishing Working in the engine compartment WARNING (continued) Particular care is required when carrying out any work in the engine If you wish to work under the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle from compartment! rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks: the car jack is not sufficient for this - risk of injury! There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine ...
Inspecting and replenishing Engine oil Overview of the engine compartment The main inspection points Check engine oil level The dipstick indicates the level of oil in the engine. Fig. 183 Dipstick Fig. 182 Diesel engine 1.9 litre/77 kW Checking the oil level –...
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Inspecting and replenishing It is normal for the engine to consume oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5 WARNING l/1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which you operate your vehicle. The oil consumption may be slightly higher than this during the Avoid dripping oil onto hot parts of the engine when topping up will oil - a first 5 000 kilometres.
Inspecting and replenishing In view of the problems involved in properly disposing of old oil, the necessary Please contact an authorised Škoda Service Partner if you have any questions special tools and the knowledge required for such work, we recommend that you have regarding the coolant or if you wish to fill up with a different coolant.
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Inspecting and replenishing Inspecting the coolant level Caution One should contact a specialist garage as soon as possible if the source of overheating itself cannot be determined and removed, since there may be grave damage to the engine. Replenishing the coolant –...
Inspecting and replenishing Brake fluid WARNING (continued) If any splashes of coolant get into your eyes, rinse out your eyes immedi- Inspecting the brake fluid level ately with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible. You should also consult a doctor without delay if you have inadvertently swallowed coolant.
Inspecting and replenishing Battery WARNING (continued) If the fluid level has dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any Working on the battery further - risk of accident! Obtain professional assistance. Replacing brake fluid Brake fluid absorbs moisture. This causes the fluid to absorb moisture from the surrounding air over a period of time.
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Inspecting and replenishing There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and burns when carrying out any work on WARNING (continued) the battery and on the electrical system. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the warning instructions cable (-) on the battery.
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Inspecting and replenishing Battery with a two-tone indicator Note Batteries with two-tone indicator, which are mounted as of factory, are marked with a code which always begins with 5K0. The exact marking can be e.g. 5K0 915 105 D. ...
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Inspecting and replenishing Replacement batteries with three-tone indicator, which were obtained from Škoda – Only for “quick-charging”: Disconnect both battery cables (first of all “negative”, original accessories, are marked with the code 000 915 105 Ax, whereby “x” stands for then “positive”).
Inspecting and replenishing Windshield washer system Disconnecting and reconnecting the battery On disconnecting and reconnecting the battery the following functions are initially deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free: Operation Operating measure page 54 Electrical power window (operational faults) Enter radio code number see Radio Operating Instructions ...
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Inspecting and replenishing Caution On no account should you add radiator antifreeze or other additives to the wind- screen washer fluid. If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system, you should only add cleaning products which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the headlights to the windscreen washer fluid.
Wheels and Tyres Wheels and Tyres Wheels WARNING New tyres during the first 500 km do not offer optimal grip and should General information therefore be run appropriately - risk of accident! New tyres do not offer optimal grip at first and should therefore be run in for about Never drive with damaged tyres - risk of accident! 500 km at a moderate speed and an appropriately cautious style of driving.
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Wheels and Tyres The tyre inflation pressure for tyres of the tyre size 205/50 R17, which are intended to For the sake of the environment be used with snow chains, is identical to the tyre inflation pressure for tyres of the tyre Tyres which are insufficiently inflated increase your fuel consumption.
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Wheels and Tyres Changing wheels around knowledge and are also in a position to properly dispose of the old tyres. A large number of authorised Škoda Service Partners also have an attractive range of tyres and wheels available. The tyre/wheel combinations which are approved for your vehicle are indicated in your vehicle documents.
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Wheels and Tyres The date of manufacture is also stated on the tyre wall (possibly only on the inside of Note wheel). It is not normally possible to fit wheels from other models of cars for technical reasons. DOT ... 20 09... This may also apply in certain circumstances to the wheels of the same type of vehicle.
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Wheels and Tyres Winter tyres For the sake of the environment Fit your summer tyres on again in good time since summer tyres offer you better grip The handling of your vehicle will be significantly improved when driving on wintry and handling on roads which are free of snow and ice as well as ar temperatures below roads if you fit winter tyres.
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Wheels and Tyres Wheel size Depth (D) Tyre size 45 mm 205/55 7J x 16 50 mm 205/55 6J x 16 6J x 17 45 mm 205/50 Not valid for vehicles with 3.6 ltr./191 kW FSI engine. Only use fine-link snow chains. They must not project more than 9 mm - including the chain lock.
This interference can also impair not directly affected systems because of the Škoda Genuine Accessories and Skoda original parts can be bought from author- networking of the electronic components. This means that the operating safety of your ised Škoda Service Partners who also professionally undertake the assembly of parts vehicle can be considerably jeopardized, a greater wear of vehicle parts can occur and which were purchased there.
Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance First-aid box* Warning triangle* Fig. 193 Placing of the warning triangle Fig. 192 Compartment for stowing first-aid box / compartment for stowing first-aid box (Combi) The warning triangle can be attached to the trim panel of the rear wall with rubber ...
Breakdown assistance Pay attention to the expiration date of the fire extinguisher. If the fire extinguisher WARNING is used after the expiration date, its proper function is no longer assured. The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle. The fire extinguisher is only supplied in certain countries within the scope of On no account attempt to lift a heavier vehicle or other loads - risk of injury! delivery.
Breakdown assistance The spare wheel lies in a well under the floor covering of the luggage compartment and – Engage 1st gear or if your vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox, position the page 236, fig. is fixed in place using special screws 195.
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Breakdown assistance – Take off the wheel. Note – Fit on the spare wheel and tighten the wheel bolts slightly. If you find, when changing the wheel, that the wheel bolts are corroded and diffi- cult to turn, the bolts must be replaced before checking the tightening torque. –...
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Breakdown assistance Wheel bolts with caps* Slackening and tightening wheel bolts Slacken the wheel bolts before jacking up the vehicle. Fig. 196 Removing the cap. Fig. 198 Changing a wheel: Slackening wheel bolts Pulling off Slackening wheel bolts – Push the plastic clip sufficiently far onto the cap until the inner catches of the clip ...
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Breakdown assistance Raise vehicle WARNING (continued) You have to raise the vehicle with the lifting jack* in order to be able to Not positioning the lifting jack at the specified points can result in damage take off the wheel. to the vehicle.
Breakdown assistance The safety wheel bolts on vehicles fitted with them (one safety wheel bolt per wheel) WARNING can only be loosened or tighten up by using the adapter provided. A discharged battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0°C. In It is meaningful to note the code number hammered into the rear side of the adapter case of frozen battery carry out no jump-starting - risk of explosion! or the rear side of the safety wheel bolts.
Breakdown assistance Jump-starting on vehicles with jump-starting point – Attach the other end to the positive terminal of the battery supplying the power Connecting negative terminal and engine block – Attach one end to the negative terminal of the battery supplying the power –...
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Breakdown assistance – Release the clutch particularly gently when starting off or depress the accelerator Caution particularly gently if your vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox. If the gearbox of your vehicle no longer contains any oil because of a defect, your vehicle must only be towed in with the driven wheels raised clear of the ground, or on Driver of the towed vehicle a special vehicle transporter or trailer.
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Breakdown assistance Tow-starting a vehicle Caution The towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, otherwise the If the engine does not start, we generally do not recommend to tow-start your vehicle. towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting! One should attempt to start the engine using jump start cables ...
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Breakdown assistance Towing of a vehicle with an automatic gearbox Please refer to the additional instructions page 242. The car can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope. Refer at the same time to the following guidelines.
Fuses and light bulbs Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses We recommend that you always have the small box of replacement fuses in your vehicle. You can obtain replacement fuses from the range of Škoda original parts or from a specialist garage Replacing fuses in the dash panel Colour coding of fuses Defect fuses must be replaced.
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Fuses and light bulbs Fuse cover in engine compartment Fuse assignment in engine compartment - version 1 The fuse box in the engine compartment exists in two different versions. You can determine which version your vehicle is fitted with after removing the fuse cover at the location of the fuses.
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Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer Amperes Power consumer Amperes Not assigned Not assigned Instrument cluster, windshield wiper lever and turn signal Not assigned light lever Ignition Audio amplifier (sound system) Not assigned Radio Not assigned Phone Not assigned Not assigned Front left main headlight, left rear light unit Not assigned Pump for ABS...
Fuses and light bulbs Certain electrical components are only standard on certain vehicle model versions or Power consumer Amperes only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models. Clutch pedal switch Power consumer Amperes Relay Valves Not assigned High pressure pump Control unit for automatic gearbox DQ200 The radiator fan Measuring circuit...
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Fuses and light bulbs Power consumer Amperes Power consumer Amperes KESSY ELV Diagnostic socket, engine control unit, fuel pump relay, fuel pump control unit Air blower for Climatronic Control unit for ABS, ESP, switch for tyre air pressure con- Front power window, central locking of the front doors trol, brake sensor Selector lever lock Switch and control unit for airbag...
Fuses and light bulbs A stowage place for the bulbs is located in the box in the spare wheel. Power consumer Amperes Fitted with a xenon headlight Control unit for trailer detection Change of bulbs on vehicles with Xenon lights (low beam lights, parking lights and Control unit for trailer detection main beam lights) should be undertaken by a specialist garage.
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Fuses and light bulbs Front headlight Others Bulb Storage compartment light - front pas- senger side Luggage compartment light Door warning light Lighting for vanity mirror Entry light Fig. 210 Front headlight: Fitting posi- tion of the bulbs WARNING ...
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Note page 252, fig. – Remove the protective cap 210. We recommend that you have the headlight setting checked by a Skoda Service page 252, fig. 211 – Press the sprung wire clamps together and hang them to Partner after replacing the light bulb.
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Fuses and light bulbs fig. 215 – For the installation, first of all insert the fog light with the interlock to the side far – To re-insert the rear light unit, first of all guide it with the support away from the marking of the vehicle.
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Fuses and light bulbs Change bulbs in the outer part of the rear light unit Rear light unit (Combi) – To change a bulb, turn its fixture to the left up to the top and take it out. – Change the bulb, insert again the fixture with the bulb into the housing and turn it to the right up to the stop.
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Fuses and light bulbs Changing bulbs in the rear light unit – Take the defective bulb out of the holder and insert a new one. – Turn the socket with the bulb to the left up to the stop and take it out of its housing. –...
Technical Data Technical Data Technical Data General information Performances The details given in the official vehicle registration documents always take precedence The listed performance values were determined without performance-reducing over the details in the Owner's Manual. Please refer to the official vehicle registration equipment, e.g.
Technical Data Gearbox code, paint number, interior equipment number, engine output, engine Non-urban traffic code. For the consumption measurement in non-urban traffic the vehicle, as in daily Partial description of the vehicle. motoring, is accelerated and braked several times in all gears. The vehicle speed changes within the range from 0 to 120 km/h.
Technical Data Engine oil specifications Engine oil specifications for vehicles with fixed service intervals (QG2) Petrol engines Specification Content The engine of your vehicle has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil which you can use throughout the year - except in extreme climatic regions. 1.4 ltr./92 kW TSI - EU5 VW 501 01, VW 502 00 You can mix various oils together with each other when refilling with oil.
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Technical Data Note Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle. Consequently, you will always have the correct engine oil for refilling. We recommend using a preservative from the Škoda original accessories offered by your Škoda dealer.
Technical Data 1.4 ltr./92 kW TSI - EU5 Engine Power output kW per rpm 92/5000 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 200/1500-4000 4/1390 Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm Performances Superb M6 Combi M6 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h 10,5 10,6 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO emission (in g/km)
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Technical Data Weight (in kg) Superb M6 Combi M6 Permissible gross weight 2040 2062 Unloaden weight ready for work 1477 1499 Loading capacity Loading capacity when using the TLC Permissible front axle load 1200 1200 Permissible rear axle load 1250 1250 1400 1400...
Technical Data 2.0 ltr./147 kW FSI - EU5 Engine Power output kW per rpm 147/5100 - 6000 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 280/1700 - 5000 4/1984 Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm Performances Superb DQ6 Combi DQ6 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO emission (in g/km) Superb DQ6...
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Technical Data Weight (in kg) Superb DQ6 Combi DQ6 Permissible gross weight 2118 2140 Unloaden weight ready for work 1555 1577 Loading capacity Loading capacity when using the TLC Permissible front axle load 1200 1200 Permissible rear axle load 1250 1250 1600 1600...
Technical Data 3.6 ltr./191 kW FSI - EU5 / EU2 / (BS4) Engine Power output kW per rpm 191/6000 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 350/2500 - 5000 6/3597 Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm Performances Superb DQ6 4x4 Combi DQ6 4x4 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO...
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Technical Data Weight (in kg) Superb DQ6 4x4 Combi DQ6 4x4 Permissible gross weight 2275 2297 Unloaden weight ready for work 1714 1736 Loading capacity Loading capacity when using the TLC Permissible front axle load 1200 1200 Permissible rear axle load 1250 1250 Permissible trailer loads, trailer braked...
Technical Data 1.9 ltr./77 kW TDI PD - EU4 Engine Power output kW per rpm 77/4000 Maximum torque Nm per rpm 250/1900 4/1896 Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm Performances Superb M5 Superb M5 GreenLine Combi M5 Maximum speed km/h Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h 12,5 12,5 12,6...
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Technical Data Weight (in kg) Superb M5 Superb M5 GreenLine Combi M5 Permissible gross weight 2076 2063 2098 Unloaden weight ready for work 1513 1518 1535 Loading capacity Loading capacity when using the TLC Permissible front axle load 1200 1200 1200 Permissible rear axle load 1250...
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Index Park Assist ........130 Rear seats ........85 Safety information .
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Index Sun ......... . 72 Traction control system (TCS) Warning light .
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Notes Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical Data...
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Škoda Auto pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust Reprinting, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment and without the written consent of Škoda Auto.
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Look up „Environment“ in the Index to find out more. Please also refer to all the texts identified with a in this Owner's Manual. Make your contribution - for the sake of the environment. www.skoda-auto.com Návod k obsluze Superb anglicky 05.10 S74.5610.03.20 3T0 012 003 CQ...
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