Open / close (Superb Combi)Fig. 21
Handle of boot lid
Fig. 22
Handle in the inner panelling of
the boot lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 39.
After unlocking, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the handle above the number plate.
Opening
›
Press the handle
A
» Fig. 21 and raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
B
.
Closing
›
Pull the lid down with the handle
C
» Fig. 22 and close with a slight swing.
Automatic locking
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 39.
If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is immediately locked automatically when closed.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by a specialist garage.
Delayed locking
If the tailgate was locked using the symbol button on the remote control key,
it is possible to open the tailgate within a limited period of time.
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked au-tomatically. The vehicle should therefore always be locked with the symbol but-
ton
on the radio remote control.
Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time.
Note
More detailed information about this is available from a ŠKODA Partner.
Electric boot lid (Superb Combi)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating description
42
Acoustic signals
43
Adjusting/deleting the top lid position
43
Malfunctions
44
Force limiter
The electric boot lid is fitted with a force limiter. If the lid hits an obstacle when
closing, it stops and an audible signal sounds.
If you rapidly enter the vehicle during the opening or closing process of the boot
lid, the whole vehicle may jerk and as a result the movement of the lid can be in-
terrupted.
41Unlocking and opening
Manual operation
Manually opening and closing the lid is only possible in exceptional cases. It must
be completed slowly and without sudden movements as close to the centre of
the lid as possible »
.
WARNING■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the boot lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even it
was locked – risk of accident!■
Never drive with the boot lid open or ajar, as otherwise exhaust gases may
get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
CAUTION
■ The movement of the lid can be stopped by applying an abrupt and quick force
against the lid.■
Do not try to close the lid manually during the electrical closing process. Dam-
age can occur to the system of the electric boot lid.
■
If the lid is closed manually, it must be ensured that when moving the lid into
the lock, pressure is applied to the centre edge of the lid above the ŠKODA logo. Handling the sides of the lid can damage the electric lid.
CAUTION
■ 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. a load on the roof rack
or on the trailer, etc.) – risk of causing damage to the lid!■
Ensure that there is at least 10 cm of clearance above the opened lid (e.g. dis-
tance from the garage ceiling). Otherwise, it may happen that the clearance
above the opened lid is no longer sufficient after relieving the vehicle of a load
(e.g. after unloading) – risk of causing damage to the lid.
■
In certain circumstances, if the lid is loaded (e.g by a thick layer of snow), the
opening process of the lid can be interrupted. Remove the load on the lid to re-
enable the electrical operation.
■
If the lid closes automatically (e.g. under load of snow), you will hear an inter-
mittent beep.
Operating descriptionFig. 23
Operation of the lid
Fig. 24
Lid operation/operating areas
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 41.
Control elements
The lid can be operated with the following control elements. › With the symbol button
on the remote control key (press for about 1 s).
› With the button in the handle
A
on the outer part of the lid
» Fig. 23.
› With the button
B
on the inner part of the lid
» Fig. 23.
› With the button
C
in the centre console
» Fig. 24.
Operating areas
The system distinguishes 3 operating areas where the function of the individual operating elements changes » Fig. 24. The end positions of the lid - fully closed in
the secured lock and fully opened - differ as well.
42Using the system
The range of the area 3 changes proportionally, depending on the setting of the
top position of the lid » page 43.
If the lid is set in the uppermost position in the area 2
, the area
3
is not active.
The range of the area
2
changes proportionally, depending on the setting of the
top position of the lid.
Symbol explanation in the operating description Feasible action
Non-feasible action
Movement in the opposite direction to the previous movement
Lid operation with the handle
AActionClosed lidAreaOpenlid123OpeningStopClosing
The operation of the lid using the handle
A
is only possible when the vehicle is
unlocked.
Lid operation with the button
BActionClosed lidAreaOpenlid123OpeningStopClosing
Operating the lid with the button
B
is only possible when the lid is open.
Lid operation with the symbol button
on the remote control key and the
button
CActionClosed lidAreaOpenlid123OpeningStopClosing
When the ignition is switched on, the operation of the lid does not function usingthe remote control key.
Operating the lid with the button C does not work if the vehicle was locked from
the outside.
Operating the lid with the symbol button on the remote control key and the
button C
does not work when a trailer is coupled to the vehicle.
Acoustic signals
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 41.
The acoustic signals serve as a safety function and provide information about the
success of a performed action.
SignalsStatus
Interrupted tone
Opening (with the button on the remote control key
or with the button C
» Fig. 24 on page 42 )
Automatic closing of the lid » page 42,
in section In-
troduction
1 continuous toneForce limiter3 rising tonesConfirmation of the storage of the lid position3 identical tonesfault
Adjusting/deleting the top lid position
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 41.
Adjusting
›
Stop the lid in the desired position (electrically or manually).
›
Press and hold the button
B
» Fig. 23 on page 42 for longer than 3 seconds.
Storing the new position is confirmed with an audible signal.
Delete
›
Carefully lift up the lid manually to the maximum opening position.
›
Press and hold the button
B
» Fig. 23 on page 42 for longer than 3 seconds.
An audible signal sounds and the height which was originally set is deleted from
the memory, while the basic position of the top lid position is again set.
43Unlocking and opening
The function is switched on automatically if the following conditions are met:The light switch is in position » Fig. 32 on page 53.
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced. The ignition is switched off.
The functions and settings of the illumination time can be activated/deactivated
via the MAXI DOT display in the menu items Coming Home or Leaving
Home » page 29 .
The light is regulated based on data gathered by the light sensor attached be- tween the windscreen and the interior mirror » page 53.
The function switches on the parking and low beam lights, the entry lighting in
the exterior mirrors and the licence plate light.
COMING HOME
The light turns on automatically when you open the driver's door on (within 60 seconds of turning off the ignition).
The light turns off 10 seconds after closing all the doors and the tailgate or after
the preset time.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
LEAVING HOME
The light turns on automatically after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control.
The light turns off after 10 seconds or after a preset time or after the vehicle is
locked.
CAUTION
Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind-
screen, so that its functionality is not impaired or disabled.
Note
If this function is activated constantly, the battery will be heavily discharged par-
ticularly in short-haul traffic.Hazard warning light systemFig. 34
Button for hazard warning light
system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 51.
Switching on/off
›
Press the
» Fig. 34 button.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch on
automatically.
When the turn signal is switched on while the hazard warning light system is on
(and ignition is switched on), only the turn signal light for the selected driving di- rection will flash while the turn signal is switched on.
WARNINGSwitch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following oc-
curs.■
You encounter a traffic congestion.
■
The vehicle has broken down.
56Using the system
Exterior mirrorsFig. 47
Knob for the mirrors
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 63.
By moving the knob in the direction of the arrow, the mirror can be adjusted to
the desired position » Fig. 47.
The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary
knob.
The knob can be moved into the following positions. adjust the left mirror or both mirrors
adjust right mirror or both mirrors
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
folding in both exterior mirrors
Adjusting both mirrors in sync
After the rotary knob to position
or in right-hand drive in the position
provided,
both mirrors may be adjusted simultaneously.
The synchronous adjustment of the two mirrors can be activated/deactivated via
the MAXI DOTdisplay in the menu item Mirror adjust » page 29.
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors with the rotary knob
It is only possible to fold in both exterior mirrors when the ignition is switched on and at a speed of up to 15 km/h.
The mirrors are folded back into the driving position after the rotary knob is
turned from the position
to a different one.
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors using the remote control key
The entire mirror can be folded by pressing the symbol button on the remote
control key for 2 seconds. All windows must be closed.
The exterior mirror is folded back into the driving position when the ignition isswitched on.
Automatic dimming mirror
The exterior mirrors are dimmed together with the automatic dimming interior
mirror » page 64 .
Tilting surface of front passenger mirror On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver's seat » page 69, the
surface of the mirror tilts down slightly when the reverse gear is engaged and the
rotary knob is in the position
or in position on vehicles with right-hand drive
» Fig. 47 . This provides an aid in seeing the kerb of the pavement when parking
the car.
The mirror returns into its initial position after the rotary knob is moved out of po- sition
(or position
on vehicles with right-hand drive) and put into another posi-
tion or if the speed is more than 15 km/h.
The tilt of the mirror surface can be activated/deactivated via the MAXI DOT dis-play in the menu item Mirror down» page 29.
Memory function for mirrors
On vehicles fitted with a memory function for the driver seat, the relevant setting
for the exterior mirrors is also stored automatically when the seat position is stor-
ed » page 69 .
65Lights and visibility
Seats and useful equipment
Adjusting the seats
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manually adjusting the front seats
67
Electric front seat adjustment
67
Head restraints
68
Memory function of the electrically adjustable seat
69
Memory function of the remote control key
69
The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully
pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.
The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the
upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent arms.
Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important:
› for safely and quickly reaching the controls;
› for a relaxed body position that reduces fatigue;
› for achieving maximum protection from the seat belts and the airbag system.
WARNINGGeneral information■Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a re-
sult of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.■
The electric front seat adjustment is still functional if the ignition is switch-
ed off (even with the ignition key removed). Therefore, children should never
be left unattended in the vehicle.
■
The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this will
impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of injury!
■
Never carry more people than the number of seats in the vehicle.
■
Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 186, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
WARNING (Continued)■ The front seats and head restraints 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.■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seats) – risk of accident!
WARNINGInformation for the driver■Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of accident!■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a dis-
tance of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height of
the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the
airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
■
Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell, as these may get
caught in the pedal apparatus when driving or braking » page 139. You would
then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or accelerate.
WARNINGInformation for the front seat passenger■Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel. Not maintaining this
minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to proper-
ly protect you - hazard!■
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven - never
place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the surfaces of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes nec-
essary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is de-
ployed, you may suffer fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect seated posi- tion!
Note
■ After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.■
For safety reasons, it is not possible to store the seat position in the electric
seat memory and remote control key memory if the inclination angle of the seat
backrest is more than 102° in relation to the seat cushion.
■
Each time you store the position of the electrically adjustable driver's seat and
exterior mirrors, the existing setting is deleted.
66Using the system
Reducing or increasing the curvature of the lumbar support›Push the switch A in the region of one of the arrows2» Fig. 49 .
Raising or lowering the curvature of the lumbar support›
Push the switch
A
in the region of one of the arrows 1» Fig. 49 .
The adjusted driver's seat position can be set in the memory of the
seat » page 69 or the remote control key » page 69.
Note
If the setting procedure is interrupted, you will need to press the button again.
Head restraints
Fig. 51
Headrest: adjusting / removing
Fig. 52
Rear centre head rests in vehi-
cles with the TOP TETHER sys-
tem
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 66.
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 re-
quired » Fig. 51 - .
›
To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety but-
ton » Fig. 51 - with one hand and press the head restraint downwards with
the other hand.
The front seats and head rests must be adjusted to match the body size at all
times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide the most ef-
fective levels of protection to the passengers » page 170, Correct seated posi-
tion .
Removing/installing
›
Pull the head restraint up out of the seat backrest as far as the stop (for the rear head restraints fold the seat backrest forward).
›
Press the locking button in direction of the arrow » Fig. 51 -
and pull the head
restraint out.
›
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest 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. 52 , simultaneously
press the locking button into the opening
2
using a flat screwdriver with a
width of maximum 5 mm and pull out the head rest.
›
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place.
WARNING■ The head rests must be correctly adjusted to avoid risk of injury.■Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.■
If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head rests must not be in the lower
position. 68Using the system
NoteThe middle rear head restraint is adjustable in two positions.
Memory function of the electrically adjustable seat
Fig. 53
Memory buttons and SET button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 66.
The memory function for the driver's seat provides the option to store the posi-
tions of the driver's seat and the external mirrors. Each of the three memory but-
tons
B
» Fig. 53 can be assigned a set position.
Storing seat and exterior mirror settings for driving forward
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Adjust the seat to the desired position.
›
Adjust both of the exterior mirrors » page 65.
›
Press the button SET
A
» Fig. 53 .
›
Within 10 seconds after pressing the SET button, press the desired memory
button
B
.
An acknowledgment sound confirms the storage.
Saving front passenger mirror settings when reversing
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press the required memory button
B
» Fig. 53 .
›
Move the rotary knob for the exterior mirror control into position
» page 65 .
›
Engage reverse gear.
›
Adjust the front passenger's mirror to the desired position » page 65.
›Disengage reverse gear.
The set position of the exterior mirror is stored.
Retrieving the saved setting›
Briefly press the desired memory button
B
» Fig. 53 with the ignition on.
or
›
Press and hold the desired memory button
B
with the ignition off or when the
ignition is on and travelling at a speed of more than 5 km / h.
Stopping the ongoing adjustment
›
Press any button on the driver's seat or the button on the remote control
key.
Note
Each time new seat and exterior mirror settings for forward travel are saved, the
individual setting for the right exterior mirror for reverse travel must also be
saved again.
Memory function of the remote control key
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 66.
The automatic storage of the driver's seat and exterior mirror positions when
locking the vehicle can be turned on in the memory of the remote control key (af-
terwards only as function of automatic storage).
Storing seat and exterior mirror settings for driving forward
›
Enable automatic storage.
When automatic storage is activated, the current positions of the driver's seat
and the external mirrors are saved in the memory of the remote control key each
time the vehicle is locked. When the vehicle is next unlocked using the same key,
the driver's seat and the external mirrors assume the positions stored in the
memory of this key 1)
.
Saving front passenger mirror settings when reversing
›
Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.
1)
The vehicle must be locked and unlocked with the same key to save the seat and exterior mirror po-
sition to the key.
69Seats and useful equipment