2013 SKODA SUPERB remove seats

WARNING■Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill – risk of scalding!■
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,
porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.
CAUTION
■ Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the elec- trical components or seat upholstery.■
Slide in the cup holder before raising the rear armrest.
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Cigarette lighter
Fig. 67
Centre console: Cigarette lighter, front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 74.
Usage
›
Press the button of the cigarette lighter
A
or
B
» Fig. 67 .
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNING■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can case burns.■The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the
ignition key withdrawn. Therefore never leave children unattended in the ve-
hicle.
Note
■ The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12Volt socket for electrical ap-
pliances » page 78 , 12-Volt power outlet .■
Further information » page 193, Services, modifications, and technical altera-
tions .
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Ashtray
Fig. 68
Centre console: Ashtray at the front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 74.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting the front ash tray
›
Open the ashtray » Fig. 64 on page 76.
›
Grasp the ashtray insert in the area
A
» Fig. 68 and remove it in the direction of
the arrow
1
.
Insertion takes place in the reverse order.
Removing/inserting the rear ashtray insert
›
Open the ashtray » Fig. 77 on page 82. 
77Seats and useful equipment

The lamp is supplied by three rechargeable type AAA batteries. The rechargeable
batteries are constantly charged when the engine is running. It takes approx. 3
hours to fully charge the rechargeable batteries.
The lamp is fitted with magnets. Therefore it is possible to attach the lamp, forexample on the vehicle body, after removing it.
CAUTION
The removable lamp is not watertight and must therefore be protected against
moisture.
Note
■ If the lamp is not correctly inserted into the holder, it does not light up when
the boot lid is opened and the rechargeable batteries are not charged.■
If the lamp is not switched off and it is correctly inserted in the holder, the bulbs
in the front part
C
» Fig. 92 on page 91 of the lamp are automatically switched
off.
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Use light
Fig. 92
Use light / remove light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 90.
Use light
›
If you press button
A
» Fig. 92 once, the lamp lights up with 100 % light inten-
sity.
›
If you press button
A
again, the lamp lights up with 50 % light intensity.
›
Press
A
button once again - the light goes out.
Remove the lamp from the holder›Grasp the lamp in the areas of the arrows D » Fig. 92 and swivel it in the direc-
tion of the arrow E
.
Reinserting the lamp the holder
›
First of all place the deactivated lamp in the holder on the side facing the boot lid and then press on the lamp from the other side until it is clicks into place.
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Changing rechargeable light batteries
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 90.
Proceed as follows if you wish to replace the faulty rechargeable batteries your-
self:
›
Remove the lamp.
›
Lever off the cover for the rechargeable batteries with a narrow and pointed object from the location of the lock-off clips
F
» Fig. 92 on page 91.
›
Remove the faulty rechargeable batteries from the lamp.
›
Insert the new rechargeable batteries.
›
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.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of used rechargeable batteries in accordance with national legal provi-
sions.
Note
■ Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the rechargeable batteries.■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.
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Fit and remove variable loading floor94Fixing set94
Movable lashing eyes
95
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. 95
Boot: partially pulling out the variable loading floor
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 92.
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. 95 .
›
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.›
Slide the variable load floor forward up 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. 96
Dividing the boot
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 92.
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 direction
of the arrow
1
» Fig. 95 on page 93 .
›
Insert the trailing edge in one of the openings
A
» Fig. 96 .
The variable loading floor is secured in the openings
A
against movement.
The variable loading floor can be pulled out a little more before dividing the boot
with the variable loading floor » page 93. This enlarges the space between the
rear seats and the separation.
CAUTION
Ensure that the raised front edge of the variable loading floor is not damaged.
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›In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount C on the other side of the
vehicle.
Folding›
First pull the cross rod back slightly on the one side and then on the other side and remove it from the mounts
C
» Fig. 101 .
›
Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into the
housing
B
without being damaged.
Note
If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, the roll-up luggage compart-
ment cover can be removed » page 88.
Using the net partition behind the front seats
Fig. 102
Net partition behind the front
seats in the pulled-out state
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 95.
Pulling out
›
Fold the rear seats forward » page 73
.
›
Pull the net partition by the tab
A
» Fig. 102 .
›
First of all insert the cross rod into the mount
C
on one side and push it for-
ward.
›
In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount
C
on the other side of the
vehicle.
Folding
›
First pull the cross rod back slightly on the one side and then on the other side and remove it from the mounts
C
» Fig. 102 .
›
Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing
B
without being damaged.
› Fold the rear seats back into their original positions
» page 73.
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Removing and refitting the net partition housing
Fig. 103
Rear seats: Removing the net
partition housing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 95.
Removing
›
Fold the rear seats forward » page 73.
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Push the housing
A
in the direction of the arrow
1
and remove it from the
mounts on the right seat backrests in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 103 .
Install
›
Insert the recesses on the housing
A
» Fig. 103 into the mounts on the rear
seat backrests.
›
Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of the arrow
1
as far
as the stop.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original positions » page 73.
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Roof rack system
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points
97
Roof load
97
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96Using the system

WARNING■The transported items on the roof rack must be securely attached – risk of
accident!■
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or
tensioning straps.
■
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, the handling of the car may change as a result of the displacement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed musttherefore 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 traffic
conditions.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total vehi-
cle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s■When dealing with roof racks, the installation instructions supplied with the
roof luggage rack system must be observed.■
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 clear-
ances, 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 a higher fuel consumption.
Attachment points
Does not apply to the Superb Combi.Fig. 104
Attachment points for roof bars
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 96.
Installation location of the attachment points for roof bars » Fig. 104:
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 enclosed
instructions.
Roof load
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 96.
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 loa-
ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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WARNING■If there are passengers on both of the rear seats, the DVD player holder
must not be used on its own (without the DVD player) - risk of injury!■
The inclination of the holder can be adjusted to three preset positions. Be
careful not to injure fingers between the holder and the backrest when changes to the position of the DVD player holder are made.
■
The DVD player holder must not be used when the rear seat backrest or the
rear seat is folded forward or has been removed completely.
Note
Follow the instructions given in the operating instructions of the DVD player hold-
er/DVD player.
129Communication and multimedia

WARNINGObserve the following instructions for the proper use of the seat belts.■Never use one seat belt to secure two persons (including children). The
seatbelt must not be placed over a child who is sitting on the lap of another
passenger.■
The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct
one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to pro-
tect and the risk of injury increases.
■
The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt tongue
will not lock in place properly.
■
Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jacket)
do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of the
seat belts.
■
It is prohibited to use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e. g. for
shortening the belts for smaller persons).
■
The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably when
the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 73.
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for proper maintenance of the seat belts.■The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may im-
pair proper operation of the inertia reel » page 203.■
The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not attempt
to repair the seat belts yourself.
■
Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If any damage to
the seat belts, seat belt connections, inertia reel or the lock is detected, the
relevant seat belt must be replaced by a specialist garage.
■
Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident and
were therefore stretched, must be replaced – this is best done by a specialist
garage. The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspected. The an-
chorage points for the belts should also be checked.
Note
The national legal requirements must be observed when using seat belts.
The physical principle of a frontal collisionFig. 145
Driver without a fastened seat belt/rear passenger without a fas-
tened seat belt
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 173.
Motion energy, so-called kinetic energy, is produced as soon as the vehicle is
moving, both for the vehicle and its occupants.
The magnitude of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which
the vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle including the occupants.
The greater the speed and weight increase, the greater the amount of energy
which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident.
The speed of the vehicle is the most important factor. Doubling the speed of the
vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases the kinetic energy four times.
The idea that it is possible to support your body with your hands in a minor acci- dent is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces acting on the
body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body.
Even if you only drive at a speed of 30-50 km/h, the forces that your body is ex-
posed to in the event of an accident can exceed a metric ton (1000 kg).
For example, a person's weight of 80 kg “increases” to 4.8 tons (4800 kg) at
50 km/h.
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the car not wearing a seat belt, are thrown forward and strike in an uncontrolled way parts of the interior of the car,
such as steering wheel, dash panel or windscreen » Fig. 145 - 
. In certain circum-
stances you could even be thrown out of the vehicle, which could cause life threatening or even fatal injuries. 
174Safety

WARNINGObserve the following instructions for the correct seated position.■Your head should never be positioned in the deployment area of the side
airbag. You might suffer severe injuries in the event of an accident. This ap-
plies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable
child safety seat » page 187, Child safety and side airbag .■
There must not be any further persons, animals as well as objects posi-
tioned between the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. No ac-
cessories, such as cup holders, should be attached to the doors.
■
If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling, they may be
exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. This can re-
sult in serious injuries » page 186, Child seat .
WARNINGThe airbag control unit operates using pressure sensors located in the front
doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or door
panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Resulting damage can have a negative impact on the function of the airbag system. Any work on thefront doors and door panels must be carried out by a specialist garage. The
following instructions must be observed.■
Never drive with inner door panels removed.
■
Never drive if parts of the inner door panel have been removed and the re-
sulting openings have not been properly sealed.
■
Never drive if the loudspeakers in the doors have been removed, unless the
loudspeaker openings have been properly sealed.
■
Always make sure that the openings are covered or filled if additional loud-
speakers or other equipment parts have been installed in the inner door pan-
els.
■
Always have work carried out by a ŠKODA service partner or a professional
specialist garage.
WARNING■ Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle. Never
leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of cloth-
ing.■
Ensure that there are no excessive forces, such as violent knocks, kicks etc.,
impact on the backrests of the seats otherwise the system may be damaged.
The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passenger
seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view of the
fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of non-ap-
proved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the protective
function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers in the area of the side airbag module
must be repaired immediately by a specialist garage.
■
The airbag modules in the front seats must not display any damage, cracks
or deep scratches. It is not permissible to use force in order to open the mod-
ules.
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Head airbags
Fig. 153
Location of the head airbag/gas-filled head airbag
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 179.
In the event of a severe side collision, the head airbag system offers additional
protection for the head and neck area of passengers.
The head airbags are positioned above the doors on both sides in the interior ofthe car » Fig. 153 - 
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182Safety