2013 SKODA SUPERB warning

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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Car park ticket holderFig. 61
Windscreen: Parking ticket hold-
er
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 74.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not
to restrict the driver's vision.
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Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 62
Storage compartment on the
driver's side
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 74.
Opening
›
Raise the handle
A
» Fig. 62 and open out the compartment in the direction of
the arrow.
Closing›Swivel the lid against the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.
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Storage compartments in the doors
Fig. 63
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 74.
WARNINGUse the storage compartment only for storing objects which do not project so
that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not impaired.
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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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Glasses storage boxFig. 72
Opening the glasses storage box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 74.
Opening
›
Press the button
A
» Fig. 72 .
The box folds in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Swivel the lid on the glasses storage box against the direction of the ar- row » Fig. 72 until it is heard to lock.
WARNING■
The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed!■
The box must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of im-
pairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system!
CAUTION
Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box - they may be
damaged.
Storage compartment on the passenger sideFig. 73
Tray open / operating air supply
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 74.
A pen holder is provided in the stowage compartment.
Opening
›
Press the button » Fig. 73 - 
.
The flap folds down.
Closing
›
Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
Air supply
›
Open the air supply by pulling the lever in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 73 -
 .
›
The air supply is closed by pressing the lever in the opposite direction to that of
the arrow.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows
cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or inte-rior air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the cool-ing system for the storage compartment is not being used. 
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