2013 SKODA SUPERB light

Armrest rearFig. 58
Fold the armrest forwards
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 70.
Folding forward
›
Fold down the armrest in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 58 .
A cup holder may be located in the armrest » page 76.
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Seat backrests
Fig. 59
Seat back: unlock / lock
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 70.
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backrests
forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles with
divided rear seats.
Folding forward
Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adapt the position of the front seats
in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests 1)
.
›
Push the lever
A
» Fig. 59 and fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Folding backward
›
If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest til- ted slightly forwards » page 68.
›
Hold the rear outer seat belt
C
» Fig. 59 against the side trim panel.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob
A
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
WARNING■
The seat belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after fold-
ing back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects in
the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on sud-
den braking – risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. Only then can the
seat belt for the middle seat reliably fulfil its function.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests.
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1)
If the front seats are too far back, we recommend removing the rear head restraints before the seat
backrests are folded forward, to achieve a loading space that is as horizontal as possible. Store the
removed head restraints in such a way that they are not be damaged or soiled.
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Rear seat folded forward (Superb Combi)Fig. 60
Folding the seat cushion for-
wards
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 70.
›
Pull up the seat cushion in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 60 and fold for-
wards in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Note
To achieve a loading space that is as horizontal as possible, the rear head re-
straints can be removed before folding the seat backrests forwards. Store the re- moved head restraints in such a way that they are not be damaged or soiled.
Practical equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
75
Storage compartment on the driver's side
75
Storage compartments in the doors
75
Storage compartment in the front centre console
76
Cup holders
76
Cigarette lighter
77
Ashtray
77
12-Volt power outlet
78
Storage compartment under the armrest, front
79Storage net in the front centre console79Glasses storage box80
Storage compartment on the passenger side
80
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
81
Clothes hook
81
Storage pockets on the front seats
82
Storage compartment for umbrella
82
Storage compartment in rear centre console
82
Storage compartment in the rear armrest
83
Rear seat backrest with long-cargo channel
83
Removable ski bag
84WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident.■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or accelerator pedal –
risk of accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the drinks
holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking
or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
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Storage compartment in the front centre consoleFig. 64
Opening the storage compart-
ment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 74.
Open/close
›
Press on the edge of the roof
A
» Fig. 64 in the direction of the arrow.
Closing takes place in the reverse order.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must never be used as an ashtray or for the stor-
age of combustible materials - fire hazard and risk of damage to the storage
compartment!
Note
The storage compartment is equipped with an interior light which lights up when
the parking light is on.
Cup holdersFig. 65
Front centre console: Cup holder
Fig. 66
Rear armrest: Remove cup holder/insert cup holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 74.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder.
Cup holder at the front
On vehicles that are fitted with a cover for cup holders, you can cover the cup
holder by pulling on the handle
A
» Fig. 65 in the direction of the arrow.
Rear cup holder
›
Press on the front end of the armrest in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 66 -
 ,
the cup holder comes out.
›
To slide the cup holder in again, press the middle part of the cup hold- er » Fig. 66 -
 and slide it into the armrest in the direction of the arrow. 
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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. 
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›Grasp the ashtray insert B
» Fig. 68 in the area marked with the arrows and
remove it in the direction of the arrow 2.
Insertion takes place in the reverse order.WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
Note
The ashtrays are fitted with an interior light which lights up when the parking
light is on.
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 69
Boot: Superb / Superb Combi socket
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 74.
Overview of the 12-volt power socket
In the front centre console
A
» Fig. 67 on page 77.
In the rear centre console
B
» Fig. 67 on page 77.
In the boot » Fig. 69.
Using the power socket
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter » Fig. 67 on page 77or
open the cover for the power socket » Fig. 69.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12-volt power sockets and any connected appliances can also be operated
when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn » .WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can cause
fires, burns and other serious injuries.■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical accesso-
ries with a power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-
trical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of
the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in
accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch the
ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from voltage
fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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Storage compartment under the armrest, frontFig. 70
Armrest: Stowage compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 74.
Opening
›
Pull and open the cover of the armrest using the handle
A
in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 70.
Closing
›
Open the lid to the stop, only then can it be folded downwards and against the direction of the arrow » Fig. 70.
The sockets marked 
AUX-IN input and the MDI input are located in the stor-
age compartment.
Note
The storage compartment is equipped with an interior light which lights up when
the parking light is on.
Storage net in the front centre consoleFig. 71
Front centre console: Storage
net
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 74.
WARNINGOnly store soft objects with a total weight of 0.5 kg in the storage net. Heavy
objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.
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WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.
Note
When the stowage compartment is opened, a light lights up.
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
Fig. 74
Front passenger seat: Opening
the storage compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 74.
Opening
›
Pull the handle to position
1
» Fig. 74 in the direction of the arrow.
The compartment opens in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Closing
›
Grip the compartment by the handle and close in the opposite direction to that
of the arrow
2
» Fig. 74 .
›
Hold onto the handle until the door is closed.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.CAUTIONThe storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg. in weight.
Clothes hook
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 74.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle pillar of the vehicle and on the han-
dle of the headliner above each of the rear doors.
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 otherwise this
may reduce the effectiveness of 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.
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›Distribute loads as evenly as possible.›Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.›
Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the nets
» page 86.
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic en-
ergy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the ve-
hicle 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 with a
weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds 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 auto-
matically after around 10 minutes.
Boot light for Superb Combi vehicles » page 90.
WARNING■
Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing 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 – danger of
death!
■
Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling properties
of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of acci-
dent! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un-
suitable 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 which must be firmly attached to the lash-
ing 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 injury!
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers transported on the other rear seats » page 171.
WARNING (Continued)■
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 fully opened or slightly ajar
otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poi-
soning!
■
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
Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the follow-
ing:■
heating elements in the rear window;
■
elements of the aerial integrated in the rear window;
■
Aerial filaments integrated in the rear side windows (Superb Combi).
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 221.
Class N1 vehicles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 84.
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.
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