2011 SKODA SUPERB tow

WARNING■Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks. Never leave any heavy or
sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing.■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing; this may re-
duce the effectiveness of the head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Storage pockets on the front seats
Fig. 93
Map pockets
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Pockets for storing maps, magazines etc. are provided on the back of the front
seat backrests » Fig. 93.
WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury.
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp
edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.Storage compartment for umbrellaFig. 94
Left rear door: Stowage compart-
ment for an umbrella
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The storage compartment for an umbrella is located in the rear left
door » Fig. 94 .
Note
An umbrella can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Storage compartment in rear centre console
Fig. 95
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The storage compartment is equipped with a removable insert.
Open/close
›
Pull the handle
A
» Fig. 95 on the upper section of the recess and open out
the compartment in the direction of the arrow.
Closing takes place in reverse order. 
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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

›Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.›Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the
nets » page 99 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
weighing 4.5 kg produces energy corresponding to 20 times its own weight.
This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The light switches on/off when the luggage compartment lid is opened or
closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.
Boot light for Superb Combi vehicles » page 103.WARNING■
Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in
case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – there is
a risk of death.
■
Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling proper-
ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of
accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of
braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving
around, always use suitable lashing straps that are firmly attached to the
lashing eyes.
■
The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of in-
jury!
WARNING (Continued)■ When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 11.■
If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that
the seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid open or unlatched, other-
wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poison-
ing!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
■ It is important to ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heat-
er, the threads of the integrated antenna in the rear window as well as the
threads of the integrated antenna (Superb Combi) in the rear side windows,
are not damaged by abrasive items.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 198.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 98 first.
On class N1 vehicles, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set
which complies with the standard EN 12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening
the load.
The proper functioning of the electrical system is essential for the safe opera-
tion of the vehicle. It is important to ensure that it is not damaged during mod-
ifications or when loading or unloading the luggage compartment.
98Operation

Floor coveringFig. 102
Fixing the floor covering: Superb / Superb Combi
Read and observe
and on page 98 first.
The raised floor covering of the luggage compartment can be fixed (e.g. when
handling the spare wheel):
› Superb: With the loop on a hook on the luggage compartment cov-
er » Fig. 102 –
.
› Superb combi: With the hook on the frame of the luggage compartment
lid » Fig. 102 -
 .
Luggage net
Fig. 103
Luggage net
Read and observe and on page 98 first.
The luggage net is located on the underside of the luggage compartment cov-
er.
The net is designed for transporting lighter objects.
WARNINGOnly store soft objects with a total weight of 1.5 kg in the net. Heavy ob-
jects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects into the net – risk of net damage.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 104
Removing/installing the luggage
compartment cover
Read and observe and on page 98 first.
Removing
›
Hook the support straps
1
» Fig. 104 onto the boot lid.
›
Place the cover in the horizontal position.
›
Pull the cover out of the holders
2
horizontally towards the rear.
The removed boot cover can be stowed behind the seat backrest.
Fitting
›
Push the boot cover into the brackets
2
» Fig. 104 .
›
Hook the support straps
1
on the boot lid.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could
be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with some-
thing.
Note
If the retaining strips 1 are attached to the boot lid, the boot cover will rise
when you open the boot lid.100Operation

Fig. 107
Superb Combi boot: Open right
compartment
Read and observe and on page 98 first.
Open / close compartment (Superb)
›
Turn the bolts in direction of arrow » Fig. 106.
Closing takes place in reverse order.
The CD changer and TV tuner are located in the right compartment » Fig. 106
 .
The first-aid box can also be stored in this compartment.
Open and close compartment / (Superb Combi)
›
Pull the handle in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 107.
›
Open the compartment cover downwards.
›
When closing keep hold of the handle until the compartment is closed.
The CD changer and TV Tuner are housed in this compartment.
The first-aid box and warning triangle can also be stored in this compartment.
Side compartment in boot with battery
Fig. 108
Open compartment with battery: Superb / Superb Combi
Read and observe and on page 98 first.
On some vehicles the battery is located in the left compartment » page 193.
Open / close compartment (Superb)
›
Unfasten the bolts e.g. with a coin or screwdriver in the direction of the ar-
row
1
» Fig. 108 .
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Open and close compartment / (Superb Combi)
›
For example, insert a coin in the slot
A
and lift them in the arrow direction
2
» Fig. 108 .
The compartment opens out in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Close compartment (opposite to arrow direction)
3
until you hear it click.
Note
The side compartment where the battery is located is labelled in the Superb
Combi vehicles with the symbol  .
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)
Fig. 109
Removing non-lockable side
compartment
Read and observe and on page 98 first.
Increasing the size of the boot
›
Remove the cover of the stowage compartment in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 109 .
CAUTION
When handling the side compartment, ensure that the cover and the cover
mountings are not damaged.102Operation

›Insert the cover for the rechargeable batteries and press it down until it
clicks into place.
CAUTION
■ We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
service partner. If the lamp is not correctly opened, it can be damaged.■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the rechargeable batter-
ies.
■
The replacement rechargeable batteries must have the same specification as
the original rechargeable batteries. If other types of rechargeable batteries are
used, the power output can be reduced or it can lead to a malfunction of the
lamp.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of used rechargeable batteries in accordance with national legal provi- sions.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment (Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Dividing the luggage compartment
104
Remove variable loading floor
104
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.
Note
The room under the variable loading floor can be used to stow objects.Dividing the luggage compartmentFig. 111
Dividing the boot with variable
loading floor
Read and observe on page 104 first.
›
Lift up the part with the mounting and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
marked with the arrows » Fig. 111.
Remove variable loading floor
Fig. 112
Boot: Remove variable loading floor/remove carrier rails
Read and observe
on page 104 first.
›
Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the safety eyes
A
» Fig. 112 to
the left by around 90°.
›
Fold up and remove the loading floor by moving it in the direction of the ar-
row.
›
Unlock the carrier rails
B
by turning the arbour-mounted fixing eyes
C
to
the right by approx. 90°. 
104Operation

WARNINGEnsure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when installing the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a
risk of injury for the occupants.
Extending variable loading floor with integrated aluminium rails
and fastening elements (Superb Combi)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Partial extension of variable load floor
105
Divide boot
105
Fit and remove variable loading floor
106
Fixing set
106
Movable lashing eyes
107
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.
Note
The space below the variable loading floor can be used for stowing objects, for
example the fastening elements, removed foldable boot cover, etc.
Partial extension of variable load floor
Fig. 113
Luggage compartment: partially pulling out the variable loading
floor
Read and observe on page 105 first.
The variable loading floor can be partially pulled out over the rear bumper.
›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle and lift gently in the
direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 113 .
›
Extend the variable load floor over the bumper in the direction of the arrow
2
until it engages in the opening
C
.
The variable loading floor which is pulled out in such a way is solely used as a
seat, for example for changing shoes.
›
To push in the rear section of the variable loading floor, grasp by the handle
and lift slightly in the direction of the arrow
1
.
›
Push the variable loading floor against the arrow
2
to the stop.
When pulling out the variable loading floor, the front edge (close to the rear
seats) is lifted at the same time. Thus, small objects can no longer fall into the
space between the boot floor and the variable loading floor.
CAUTION
Ensure that the raised front edge of the variable loading floor is not damaged.
Divide boot
Fig. 114
Dividing the boot
Read and observe on page 105 first.
The boot can be divided with the variable loading floor.
›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle and lift in the direc-
tion of the arrow
1
» Fig. 113 on page 105 .
›
Insert the trailing edge in one of the openings
A
» Fig. 114 .
The variable loading floor is secured in the openings
A
against movement. 

105Seats and practical features

Driving
Starting off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine using the key
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
139
Ignition Switch
139
Starting the engine
139
Stopping the engine
140
Starting and stopping the engine on vehicles with the KESSY sys-
tem » page 140 .
The engine can only be started using a correctly coded original key.
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING■ When the vehicle is travelling with the engine off, the ignition key must
always be in position 2 » Fig. 134 on page 139 (ignition switched on). This
position is confirmed by the appearance of certain indicator lamps in the in-
strument cluster. ■If the key is not in position 2,
it could unexpectedly lock the steering -
danger of accident!
■
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has
come to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise, the steer-
ing could be blocked – risk of accident!
■
Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, could lock the car, turn on the
ignition or start the engine - there is a danger of injury and accidents!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running - there is
risk of accident, damage or theft!
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The en-
gine's exhaust gases also contain the odourless and colourless carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas – risk of death. ■ Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.■
Do not leave any items (e.g. cleaning cloths or tools) in the engine com-
partment. This presents a fire hazard and the risk of engine damage.
■
Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g. with a
cover) – risk of fire!
CAUTION
■ The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the
vehicle is at a standstill. The starter or engine can be damaged if the starter is
activated when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 134 on page 139 .
■
Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-
start aid » page 211 , Jump-starting .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads before the
engine has reached its operating temperature – risk of damaging the engine!■
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumula-
tion of heat when the engine is switched off.
For the sake of the environment
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start
your journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this the engine rea-
ches its operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are
lower.
Note
After switching off the ignition, the radiator fan can intermittently continue to
operate for approx. 10 minutes.138Driving