2011 SKODA SUPERB height

Raising or lowering the curvature of the lumbar support›Push the switch A in the region of one of the arrows1 » Fig. 67 .
The adjusted driver's seat position can be set in the memory of the
seat » page 84 or the remote control key » page 84.
Note
If the setting procedure is interrupted, you will need to press the button again.
Head restraints
Fig. 69
Head restraints: Setting / removing
Fig. 70
Rear centre head rests in vehi-
cles with the TOP TETHER sys-
tem
Read and observe on page 81 first.
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head rest is at the same level
as the upper part of your head.
Setting height
›
Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it upwards as
required » Fig. 69 - 
.
›To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety but-
ton » Fig. 69 -  with one hand and push the head restraint down with the
other hand.
The head restraints and the front seats must be adjusted to match the body
size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide
the most effective levels of protection to the passengers » page 9, Correct and
safe seated position .
Removing/installing›
Fold the seat slightly forward before removing the rear head restraint.
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 69 - 
and pull
the head restraint out.
›
To reinsert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat back-
rest until the locking button clicks into place.
Removing and installing rear middle head rest
Applies to vehicles using the TOP TETHER system.
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 70 simultaneously
press the locking button into the opening
2
using a flathead screwdriver
with a width of maximum 5 mm and pull out the head rest.
›
To reinsert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat back-
rest until the locking button clicks into place.
WARNINGWith seats occupied, the respective head rests must be installed and cor-
rectly set (may not be in the bottom position) - there is a risk of fatal injury!
Note
The middle rear head restraint is adjustable in two positions.83Seats and practical features

Convenience features of passenger seatFig. 74
Operating passenger seat from
the rear seat
The front passenger seat can also be operated from the rear seat.
Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest
›
Push the switch
A
in the direction of one of the arrows 1 » Fig. 74 .
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
›
Push the switch
B
in the direction of one of the arrows 2 » Fig. 74 .
Front armrest
Fig. 75
Adjusting armrest
The armrest is adjustable for height and length.
Setting height
›
First of all fold the cover downwards and then lift it in the direction of the
arrow
1
» Fig. 75 to one of the 4 fixed positions.
Move
›
Move the cover into the desired position in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 75 .
The armrest includes a storage compartment underneath » page 92.
NotePush the armrest cover all the way back to the stop before applying the hand-
brake.
Rear armrest
Fig. 76
Fold the armrest forwards
Folding forward
›
Fold down the armrest in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 76.
A cup holder may be located in the armrest » page 90.
Seat backrests
Fig. 77
Pull seat back / seat belt to the side panel to unlock
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backr-
ests forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles
with divided rear seats.
Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adjust the position of the front
seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests. 
87Seats and practical features

Removable ski bagFig. 98
Securing the through-loading
bag
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The removable through-loading bag (hereinafter referred to only as a through- loading bag) is used exclusively for transporting skis.
Loading
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest down-
wards » page 96 , Rear seat backrest with long cargo channel .
›
Place the empty, through-loading bag in such a way that the end of the bag
with the zip is in the boot.
›
Push the skis into the through-loading bag from the boot » .
›
Close the through-loading bag.
Securing
›
Tighten the strap
A
on the free end around the skis in front of the bind-
ings » Fig. 98 .
›
Fold the seat backrest a little forward.
›
Guide the securing strap
B
through the opening in the seat backrest around
the upper part of the seat backrest.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the unlock-
ing button clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Insert the securing strap
B
into the lock
C
until it clicks into place.
On vehicles fitted with a luggage net partition, guide the securing strap
B
around the housing when the net partition is rolled up. After fixing the
through-loading bag in place, it is not longer possible to unroll the net parti-
tion.
WARNING■ After placing skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the bag
with the securing strap B » Fig. 98 .■
The strap
A
must hold the skis tight.
■
Make sure that the strap
A
holds the skis in front of the binding (also re-
fer to imprint on the through-loading bag).
■
The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed 24
kg.
Note
■ The through-loading bag is foreseen for four pairs of skis.■Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips
facing to the rear. into the through-loading bag.■
If there are several pairs of skis in the through-loading bag, ensure that the
bindings are positioned at the same height.
■
The through-loading bag must never be folded together or stowed when
moist.
Luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class N1 vehicles
98
Fastening elements
99
Fixing nets
99
Folding hook
99
Floor covering
100
Luggage net
100
Luggage compartment cover
100
Roll up boot cover (Superb Combi)
101
Automatic Retractable cargo cover (Superb Combi)
101
Side pockets in luggage compartment
101
Side compartment in boot with battery
102
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)
102
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible. 
97Seats and practical features

WARNING (Continued)■Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.■When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traf-
fic conditions.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of acci-
dent!
CAUTION
■ Only roof racks from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range should be used.■The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be
observed when handling roof racks.■
On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof or a panoramic sliding roof,
ensure that the opened sliding/tilting roof or the panoramic sliding roof does
not strike any items of luggage transported on the roof.
■
Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.
■
The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system
and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available
clearances, such as underpasses and garage doors.
■
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated
car wash.
■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in higher fuel consumption.Attachment points
Does not apply to the Superb Combi.Fig. 122
Attachment points for roof bars
Read and observe
and on page 108 first.
Installation position of the attachment points for roof bars » Fig. 122:
Forward attachment point
Rear attachment point
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the en-
closed instructions.
Roof load
Read and observe
and on page 108 first.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 100 kg and
the maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be
loaded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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Fig. 124
Air vents at the rear
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents according to the setting of control dial and the outside atmospheric conditions.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 2,
3 » Fig. 123 and 5 » Fig. 124 - the outlets can be opened and closed individually.
Set the air flow direction
›
To adjust the height of the air flow, turn the horizontal vanes up or down
with the movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 123 » Fig. 124 .
›
To change the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 123 or » Fig. 124 to the left or right.
Setting the amount of airflow
›
Turn the knob
B
» Fig. 123 and » Fig. 124 to position
 to fully open the air
outlet.
›
Turn the knob
B
» Fig. 123 and » Fig. 124 to position 0 to close the air outlet.
The knob can be adjusted to any position in-between.
An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air
outletSet the direction of the air outletActive air outlet vents1, 21, 2 , 4 , 6 2, 3 , 54 , 6
Note
Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Using the air conditioning system economically
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the enginewhen in cooling mode which will affect the fuel consumption.
It is recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the
interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order
to allow the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be switched on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 149, Eco-
nomical driving and environmental sustainability .111Air conditioning system

Exterior mirrors
You have to have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see
the traffic behind the trailer with the standard rear-view mirrors. National legal
requirements must be observed.
Headlights
The front of the vehicle can be lifted when a trailer is being towed and the
headlights can dazzle other road users.
Adjust the headlight setting on the headlight range control » page 68, Operat-
ing the lights and the instrument illumination .WARNING■
Incorrect or improperly connected electrical installation can cause acci-
dents and serious injury due to electric shock.■
Work on the electrical system must only be carried out by specialist ga-
rages.
■
Never directly connect the trailer's electrical system with the electrical
connections for the tail lights or other current sources.
■
After coupling the trailer and connecting up the power socket, check the
rear lights on the trailer to ensure they are working.
■
The handbrake on the towing vehicle must be applied when coupling and
uncoupling the trailer.
■
Never use the safety eyelet for towing!
CAUTION
Incorrect or improperly connected electrical installations may cause malfunc-
tion of the entire vehicle electronics.
Loading a trailer
The vehicle/trailer combination must be balanced, whereby the maximum per-
missible drawbar load must be utilised. If the drawbar load is too low, it jeop-
ardises the performance of the vehicle/trailer combination.
Distribution of the load
Distribute the load in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the axle as possible. Secure the items from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot avoid driving
with this combination.
Tyre pressure
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on your vehicle for a “full load” » page 198.
Trailer load
The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstan-
ces » page 228 , Technical data .
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece- dence over the details in the Owner's Manual.
The trailer loads specified apply only to altitudes up to 1,000 metres above
mean sea level.
The engine output falls as altitude increases, as does the ability to climb.
Therefore, for every additional 1,000 m in height (or part), the maximum per-
missible towed weight must be reduced by 10 %.
The towed weight comprises the actual weights of the (loaded) towing vehicle
and the (loaded) trailer.
The trailer and drawbar load information on the type plate of the towing
equipment are merely test data for the towing equipment. The vehicle-specific
values are detailed in the vehicle documents.WARNING■ The maximum permissible axle and drawbar load and the permissible
weight of the trailer must not exceed - this could cause an accident!■
A sliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safe-
ty - there is a risk of accident!
Towing a trailer
Driving speed
For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 80 km/h when towing a trailer.
Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the
trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by acceler-
ating.
Brakes
Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply
the brakes gently at first and then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts re-
sulting from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as
a brake. 
171Hitch and trailer

WARNING (Continued)■Avoid short circuits in the electrical system - particularly on the vehicle's
battery.■
Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
caught in rotating engine parts – risk to life! Always remove any jewellery,
tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any
work.
WARNINGInformation for working on the fuel system or the electrical system■Always disconnect the vehicle battery from the electrical system.■
Do not smoke.
■
Never work near open flames.
■
Always have a functioning fire extinguisher nearby.
WARNING■ Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid
containers.■
Keep the working fluids in sealed original containers and safe from peo-
ple who are not completely independent, e.g. children.
■
If you intend to work underneath the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle
from rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks; the car
jack is not sufficient – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Always top up using the correct specification of fluids. This may result in major
operating problems and also vehicle damage!
For the sake of the environment
In view of the requirements for the environmentally friendly disposal of fluids and the special tools and knowledge required for such work, we recommend
that fluids be changed by a specialist garage.
Note
■ Please consult a specialist garage for any questions relating to fluids.■Fluids with the proper specifications can be purchased from the ŠKODA Origi-
nal Accessories or from the ŠKODA Genuine Parts ranges.Opening and closing the bonnetFig. 163
Bonnet release lever/release lever
Read and observe
and on page 186 first.
Open flap
›
Pull the release lever under the dash panel in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 163 .
Before opening the bonnet, ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers
are correctly in place against the windscreen otherwise the paintwork could be
damaged.
›
Press the release lever in the direction of the arrow
2
to unlock the bonnet.
›
Grasp the bonnet and lift up until it is held open by the pressurised gas
spring.
Close the flap
›
Pull the bonnet down far enough to overcome the force of the pressurised
gas spring.
›
Close the bonnet from a height of approximately 20 cm with a slight swing
WARNING■ Check that the bonnet is closed properly.■If you notice that the lock is not properly engaged while driving, stop the
vehicle immediately and close the bonnet – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Never open the bonnet by the locking lever » Fig. 163.187Inspecting and replenishing

CAUTION■Only use the manual pressure and do not hit the full wheel trim – there is a
risk of damaging the trim.■
When using the anti-theft wheel bolt, ensure that it is in the hole in the
valve area.
■
If wheel trims are fitted, an adequate flow of air must be assured in order to
cool the brake system.
Note
We recommend that you use wheel trims from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Wheel bolts
Fig. 174
Remove the cap
Read and observe and on page 197 first.
Before removing the wheel bolts, remove the covering caps.
Pulling off
›
Push the extraction pliers » page 205 sufficiently far onto the cap until the
inner catches of the pliers are positioned at the collar of the cap.
›
Remove the cap in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 174.
Fitting
›
Push the cap onto the wheel bolt up to the stop.
Manufacturer-approved tyre variants
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Explanation of the tyre labelling
201
Superb
202Superb GreenLine202Superb N1203
Approved tyre variants are first to be selected for the model variant (e.g. Su-
perb GreenLine), and then selected according to the engine size of your vehi-
cle.
If the model variant of your vehicle cannot be found in the discrete module,
then the approved tyre variants are to be selected according to the engine size
of your vehicle in module » page 202, Superb .
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and tread
pattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When mounting new tyres the tyres have to be replaced axle by axle.
The information listed in the table corresponds to the information available at the time of going to press.
The approved tyre / rim combinations for your car are given on the sales and
technical vehicle documentation.
Explanation of the tyre labelling
Explanation of tyre markings
For example, 225/50R 17 91 T means:
225Tyre width in mm50Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial17Diameter of wheel in inches91Load indexTSpeed symbol
The date of manufacture is stated on the tyre wall (possibly on the inside).
For example, DOT ... 11 14... means, for example, that the tyre was manufac-
tured in the 11th week of 2014.
The marking M+Smeans that the associated tyre is suitable for winter use.
Load index
The load index indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual
tyre. 
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