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Table of contents for the manual
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SIMPLY CLEVER ŠKODA Superb OWNER'S MANUAL[...]
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Introduction You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us. Your new ŠKODA offers you a vehicle featuring the most modern engineering and a wide range of equipment which you will undoubtedly wish to use to the full during your daily motoring. That is why, we recommend that you read this Owner's Manual attentivel[...]
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On-board literature The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “ Owner's Man- ual ” as well as a “ Service schedule ” and a “ Help on the road ”. There can also be a variety of other additional operating manuals and instructions on-board (e.g. an operating manual for the radio) depending on the ve- hicle model and eq[...]
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Table of Contents Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]
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Driver's knee airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Head airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Deactivating an airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]
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5 Table of Contents Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data[...]
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Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) The Owner's Manual has been systematically designed, in order to make it easy for you to find and absorb the information you require. Chapters, table of contents and subject index The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are combined into easy-to-read [...]
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7 Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data[...]
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Fig. 1 Cockpit 8 Cockpit[...]
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Using the system Cockpit Overview This overview will help you to quickly familiarise yourself with the displays and the control elements. Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]
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Instruments and warning lights General information WARNING ● Concentrate fully at all times on your steering! As the driver you are fully responsible for road safety. ● Operate the controls in the instrument cluster never while driving, but only when the vehicle is stationary! Overview of the instrument cluster Fig. 2 Instrument cluster Eng[...]
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Coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 11 Display: – with counter for distance driven ⇒ page 12 – with Service Interval Display ⇒ page 12 – with digital clock ⇒ page 13 – with Multi-functional display ⇒ page 14 – with Information display ⇒ page 17 Fuel gauge ⇒ page 11 Button for: – Reset trip counter for di[...]
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Please refuel! (Please refuel!) An audible signal sounds as an additional warning signal. CAUTION Never run the fuel tank completely empty! An irregular supply of fuel can lead to irregular engine running. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system and dam- age the catalytic converter. Note After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic drivi[...]
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A key symbol and a display regarding the remaining kilometers appear for 10 second in the display. At the same time, a display appears regarding the remaining days until the next service interval. On vehicles which are equipped with an information display, you can call up this display in the menu Settings ⇒ page 19 . The following will be [...]
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If the control unit recognises that it is appropriate to change the gear, an arrow B is shown in the display. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether it is recommended to shift into a higher or lower gear. At the same time, the recommended gear is indicated instead of the currently en- gaged gear A . Multi-functional indicator (onboar[...]
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Note All information in the memory 1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is dis- connected. Operating with the buttons on the windshield wiper lever and on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 6 Multi-functional indicator: Controls on the windshield wiper lever/controls on the mul- tifunction steering wheel The rocker switch A ⇒ [...]
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The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes. 99 hours and 59 minutes in vehicles with an Information display. The indicator is set back to null if this period is exceeded. Current consumption The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. This information can help you to adapt your st[...]
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Oil temperature If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking the oil temperature is present, three lines are displayed instead of the oil temper- ature. Warning against excessive speeds Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary – With the A button on the multi-function steering wheel ⇒ [...]
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Main menu ⇒ page 18 Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning ⇒ page 18 Service Interval Display ⇒ page 12 Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox ⇒ page 126 CAUTION Pull out the ignition key while having contact with the display (for example when cleaning) in order to prevent any damage. Main menu Fig.[...]
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Auto Check Control Car state The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle com- ponents. The check is performed constantly when the ignition is switched on, both when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving. Some operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information appear in the display of t[...]
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■ Lights & Vision ■ Time ■ Winter tyres ■ Units ■ Assistants ■ Alternative speed displayed (Second speed) ■ Service Interval (Service) ■ Factory setting ■ Back After selecting the menu point Back you will reach one level higher in the menu. Language Here you can set in which language the warning and information texts should be[...]
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Measures Here you can set the units for temperature, consumption and distance driven. Assistants Here you can adjust the tones of the acoustic signals of the parking aid. Second speed Here you can switch on the display of the second speed in mph or in km/h 1) . Service Here you can have the kilometers still to be driven and the days until the follo[...]
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Warning lights Overview The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults. Fig. 9 Instrument cluster with warning lights Turn signal lights (to the left) ⇒ page 23 Turn signal lights (to the right) ⇒ page 23 Fog lights ⇒ page 23 Main beam ⇒ page 24 Low beam ⇒ page 24 Rear fog light ⇒ page [...]
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EPC fault light (petrol engine) ⇒ page 26 Glow plug system (diesel engine) ⇒ page 27 Coolant temperature/coolant level ⇒ page 27 Traction control system (TCS) ⇒ page 27 Electronic stability programme (ESP) ⇒ page 28 Switch off traction control system (TCS) ⇒ page 28 Selector lever lock[...]
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Main beam The indicator light comes on when the main beam is selected or also when the headlight flasher is operated. Further information about the main beam ⇒ page 60. Low beam The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected ⇒ page 54 . Rear fog light The warning light comes on when the rear fog li[...]
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Airbag system Monitoring the airbag system The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or flashes while driving ⇒ . This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the ig- nition is switched on. The following text will be[...]
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Note If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warning light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driv- ing a short distance. If the yellow warning light goes out after starting the en- gine again and a short drive, it is necessary to visit a specialist garage. Engine oil p[...]
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Glow plug system (diesel engine) The indicator light lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition (pre-heat position) 2 ⇒ page 110. Start the engine after the indicator light goes out. The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 second if the engine is at a normal operating temperature or if the outside tempera[...]
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Note If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light must go out after driving a short distance. Anti-spin regulation (ASR) The TCS system is switched off by pressing the button ⇒ fig. 162 and the warning light lights up. Electronic stabilit[...]
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A fault in the ABS The system is not functioning properly if the ABS warning light does not go out within a few seconds after switching on the ignition, does not light up at all or lights up while driving. The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake sys- tem. Visit a specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropr[...]
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In vehicles with an information display, this warning light is replaced by a vehicle symbol ⇒ page 18 Open door The warning light comes on, if one or several doors are opened. If one of the doors opens while driving, the warning light lights up and an audible signal sounds. The warning light comes on even when the ignition is s[...]
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The following text will be displayed in the information display: Please refuel! Range...km (Please refuel! (Range...km) Note The Text in the information display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance. Temperature of the clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG In the event that the temperature of the clutches of the automa[...]
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Unlocking and locking Vehicle key Description Fig. 10 Remote control key Two remote control keys are provided with the vehicle ⇒ fig. 10 . WARNING ● Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is only for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle. The children might otherwise sta[...]
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Note ● Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery. ● The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat- tery. ● If it is still not be possible to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote control key even after replacing the battery, this means that the system has to be synchronised ⇒ page[...]
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If the indicator light first of all flashes fast for about 2 seconds, afterwards lights up for about 30 seconds without interruption and then flashes slowly, there is a fault in the system of the central locking or in the interior monitor and in the tow- ing protection monitoring ⇒ page 46. Visit a specialist garage to obtain assis- tance. Co[...]
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The safe securing system is again activated the next time the vehicle is unlocked and locked again. If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is deactivated, you can open the vehicle from the inside by pulling on the door opening lever. WARNING If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is acti- vated, there [...]
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KESSY system Description The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Exit System) enables a comfort unlocking and locking of the vehicle and a start-up without actively using the remote control key. It is sufficient to carry the key with you, for example in your pocket, for un- locking and locking the vehicle or for starting the engine. The functions of [...]
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Note ● If the vehicle battery or the battery in the remote control key is weak or dis- charged, perhaps the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked via KESSY. In this case, use the emergency unlocking or emergency locking of the driver's door ⇒ page 38 ● The KESSY system can find the valid key, even if it was left behind in the front ar[...]
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Emergency unlocking and locking of the driver's door If the remote control key or the central locking system does not op- erate, the driver's door can be unlocked or locked manually. Fig. 15 Handle on the driver's door: cov- ered locking cylinder – Pull on the handle. – Guide the vehicle key into the recess on the bottom side of [...]
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WARNING ● Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other- wise, the boot lid might open suddenly when driving even if the boot lid lock is closed - risk of accident! ● Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise ex- haust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning! No[...]
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Boot lid (Combi) Fig. 19 Handle of boot lid Open the boot lid by pressing the hand grip above the licence plate after unlock- ing the vehicle using the key or the radio remote control ⇒ page 38, Emergency unlocking and locking of the driver's door. Opening the boot lid – Press on the handle ⇒ fig. 19 and at the same time raise the[...]
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■ using the button B on the bottom edge of the boot lid (only accessible when the lid is opened), ■ using the button on the centre console ⇒ fig. 21 . WARNING Always stand clear of the closing range of the lid when closing the lid - risk of accident! CAUTION ● In a critical situation, the movement of the lid can be stopped by applying an[...]
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If the vehicle was locked from the outside, the operation of the boot lid does not function using the button on the centre console ⇒ fig. 21 . If a trailer is coupled to the vehicle, the operation of the boot lid does not function using the remote control key or the button on the centre console. Operation of the boot lid using the handle A Act[...]
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Note ● The lid always opens at the height which was last stored in the memory of the control unit. ● The top position which is reached when the lid opens automatically, is always lower than the maximum top position which can be reached when the lid is opened manually. Operational problems If the battery is disconnected and reconnected while[...]
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– Unlock the lid in direction of arrow 2 upwards. – Open the boot lid/luggage compartment door. Remote control Description You can use the remote control key: ● to unlock and lock the car, ● unlock or open the boot lid, ● Opening and closing window. The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control key. Th[...]
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Folding out of the key – Press button 4 . Folding up of the key – Press button 4 and collapse the key bit in the housing. The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un- locked. The vehicle will lock again automatically if you unlock the vehicle using button 1 but do not open a door or the boot lid within the ne[...]
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Once you unlock the vehicle by inserting the key into the driver door within 45 seconds, you then have to insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the igni- tion on within 15 seconds after unlocking the door in order to deactivate the alarm system. The alarm will be triggered if you do not switch on the ignition within 15 seconds. When is t[...]
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Power windows Buttons on the driver's door Fig. 27 Buttons on the driver's door The power windows operate only when ignition is switched on. Opening a window – A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button in the door. The process stops when one releases the button. – Additionally you can open the window automaticall[...]
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Button in the front passenger door and in the rear doors Fig. 28 Arrangement of the switch in a rear door A button for the relevant window is provided in these doors. Opening a window – A window is opened by pressing lightly on the respective button in the door. The process stops when one releases the button. – Additionally you can open the win[...]
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Opening a window ● by holding the pressed unlock button on the remote control, ● by holding the pressed top part of the button for the central locking system in the driver door, Closing a window ● by holding the pressed lock button on the remote control, ● by holding the pressed bottom part of the button for the central locking sys- tem in [...]
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After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open, close and tilt the sliding/ tilting roof for approx. 10 minutes. It is no longer possible to operate the sliding/ tilting roof after opening one of the front doors, however. Note If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possible that the slid- ing/tilting roof does n[...]
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Emergency operation Fig. 30 Detail of the headliner/key-operated positioning point You can close and/or open the sliding/tilting roof by hand if the system is defec- tive. The manual control for the roof is located underneath the cover of the elec- tric drive, or underneath the glasses storage box, ⇒ fig. 30 - left, depending on the equipment[...]
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When the panoramic sliding roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the wind noise is reduced. CAUTION It may be necessary during winter to remove any ice and snow in the area of the panoramic sliding roof before opening it, in order to prevent damaging the open- ing mechanism. Closing the panoramic sliding roof Closing – Turn the sw[...]
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Emergency operation Fig. 33 Detail of the headliner/key-operated positioning point You can close and/or open the panoramic sliding roof by hand if the system is de- fective. The manual control for the panoramic sliding roof is located underneath the cover of the electric drive, or underneath the glasses storage box, ⇒ fig. 33 - left, depending[...]
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Lights and Visibility Lights Switching lights on and off Fig. 34 Dash panel: Light switch Switching on side lights – Turn the light switch ⇒ fig. 34 into position . Switching on the low beam and main beam – Turn the light switch into position . – Push the main beam lever slightly forward in the spring-tensioned position in or[...]
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Deactivating the function daylight driving lights – Pull the turn signal light lever towards the steering wheel within 3 seconds af- ter switching on the ignition and at the same time, slide it to the bottom and hold it in this position for at least 3 seconds. Activating the function daylight driving lights – Pull the turn signal light lever to[...]
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Note ● Do not affix any stickers in front of the light sensor, so that you do not impair its function or put it out of operation. ● The same principles as for using the automatic light control also apply to the light which is switched on manually ⇒ page 54. Parking light Parking light – Switch off the ignition. – Pull the turn[...]
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Leaving Home Function The function Leaving Home is controlled with the light sensor in the mount of the interior rear mirror. If the light intensity is higher than the set value of the light sensor, the Leaving Home Function is not switched on after unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control. After unlocking the vehicle with the radio remo[...]
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Cornering lights The cornering lights are used to illuminate the curves by means of the cone of light swiveling together with the front headlight with Xenon lights. This function is active when the speed of the car increases to more than 10km/h. WARNING If the cornering lights are defective, the headlights are automatically lowered to the emergency[...]
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CAUTION The rear fog light should only be switched on if visibility is particularly poor (con- form with any varying legal provisions) to avoid dazzling vehicles behind your ve- hicle. Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting. Fig. 37 Dash panel: Instrument lighting Instrument lighting – Switch on the l[...]
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Switch for hazard warning lights Fig. 39 Dash panel: Switch for hazard warning lights – Press switch ⇒ fig. 39 to switch the hazard warning light system on or off. All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard warning light system is switched on. The indicator light for the turn signals and the indi[...]
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Information concerning the function of the lights. ● The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on. The corresponding warning light or in the instrument cluster also flashes. ● The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve. ● The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb [...]
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Front reading lights – Press switch ⇒ fig. 42 to switch the reading lights on/off. Lighting of the storage compartment on front passenger side – When opening the flap of the storage compartment on the front passenger side the lighting in the storage compartment comes on. – The light switches on automatically when the parking ligh[...]
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The warning light goes on every time the door is opened. The light goes out about 10 minutes after opening the door in order to avoid discharging the battery of the vehicle. There is a reflector installed on some vehicles instead of the warning light. Entry lighting The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror. The light[...]
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Placing the lamp again in its holder – First of all place the lamp, which is switched off, in the holder on the side fac- ing the boot lid and then press on the lamp from the other side until it is heard to lock in place. Operation of the lamp ● If you press the button A once, the lamp lights up with 100 % light intensity. ● If you press the [...]
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The windscreen and rear window heater only operates when the engine is run- ning. The windscreen and rear window heater switches off automatically after 10 mi- nutes. For the sake of the environment As soon as the window is de-iced or free from mist, the heating should be switch- ed off. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect[...]
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Sun screen in the rear doors Fig. 50 Rear door: Sun screen Pulling out – Pull the sun screen at the handle A ⇒ fig. 50 and hang it in the bracket on the top edge of the door. Folding – Take the sun screen out at the handle A and hold it in such a way that it can roll up slowly and without damage. Windshield wiper and wash system Winds[...]
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Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window pane (Combi) – Press the lever from the steering wheel forward into the sprung position 7 , the wash system sprays immediately, the windscreen wiper starts wiping a lit- tle later. As long as you hold the lever in this position, the wiper operates as well as the wash system. – Letting go of the lever will[...]
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Automatic rear window wiper (Combi) If the windshield wiper is in positions 2 ⇒ fig. 51 or 3 the rear view window is wiped every 30/10 seconds if the vehicle's speed exceeds 5 km/h. When the rain sensor is active (the lever is in the position 1 ) the function is only active if the front window wipers continue to operate (no break between [...]
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Attaching the wiper blade – Push the wiper blade until it locks up to the stop. – Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached. – Fold the windscreen wiper arm back onto the windscreen. The wiper arms move back into the rest position - after switching on the ignition and after changing the position of the window wiper lever or when dri[...]
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Switching on the automatic dimming – Press the button B ⇒ fig. 54 , the warning light A lights up. Switching off the automatic dimming – Press again the button B - the warning light goes out A . If the automatic dimming is switched on, the mirror dims automatically depending on the light striking the mirror from the rear. The mirror has no[...]
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Folding in both exterior mirrors – Turn the rotary knob to position . Fold in the exterior mirrors using the remote control key – If all the windows are closed, press the unlock button 3 ⇒ fig. 25 on the radio remote control for approx. 2 seconds. Tilting surface of front passenger exterior mirror When the rotary knob is in position ?[...]
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Seats and Stowage Front seats Basic information The front seats have a wide range of different settings and can thus be matched to the physical characteristics of the driver and front passenger. Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important for: ● safely and quickly reaching the controls, ● a relaxed, fatigue-free body position, ●[...]
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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. WARNING ● Only adjust the driver seat when the veh[...]
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If you wish, you can obtain an additional remote control key from an authorised ŠKODA Service partner and then assign the remote control key to another memo- ry button. Note ● If the remote control had previously been assigned to another memory button, this setting is then erased by the new assignment. ● If you assign the remote control to a m[...]
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The position of the front and rear outer head restraints is adjustable in height. The middle rear head restraint is adjustable in two positions. The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor- rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec- tion for the occupants ⇒ page 150[...]
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Folding the seat backrests forward – Before folding the seat backrests forwards, you must adapt the position of the front seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backr- ests. 1) – Unlock the seat backrest by pressing the unlocking handle A ⇒ fig. 61 and fold it completely forwards. Put the seat backrests into the o[...]
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Rear seat armrest Fig. 63 Rear seats: Armrest – You can fold down the armrest to enhance occupant comfort ⇒ fig. 63 . Seat heaters Fig. 64 Dash panel: Regulator for heating the front seats/rear seats You can electrically heat the seat backrests and the surfaces of the front seats and the two outer rear seats. – You can switch on and r[...]
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Ventilated front seats Fig. 65 Rocker switch: seat ventilation You can remove heat and condensation from the seat cushions and seat backr- ests on the front seats. The ventilation is operated using the rocker switch ⇒ fig. 65 in the front part of the seat cushion, in front of the seat control elements. – Thew ventilation of the front seat i[...]
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WARNING ● Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them to the lashing eyes. ● Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward dur- ing a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects which are flying around are hit [...]
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Fixing nets - Net programme Fig. 67 Fixing net: Vertical pocket, floor fixing net and horizontal pocket Fig. 68 Fixing nets (Combi) Fixing examples for fixing net as horizontal pocket on the left ⇒ fig. 67 and ⇒ fig. 68 , floor fixing net on the right ⇒ fig. 67 and vertical pocket on the right ⇒ fig. 67 and ⇒ fig. 68 . The[...]
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Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment Fig. 70 Luggage compartment: Fixing of the floor covering Superb/Combi There is a loop (Superb) or there are hooks (Combi) located on the floor covering of the luggage compartment. You can fix the raised floor cover with a hook to the luggage compartment cover (Superb) ⇒ fig. 70 - left, as if on[...]
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Page 85
Foldable luggage compartment cover (Combi) Fig. 73 Luggage compartment: foldable luggage compartment cover/removing foldable lug- gage compartment cover Pulling out – Pull the foldable luggage compartment cover as far as the stop into the se- cured position 2 ⇒ fig. 73 . Folding – Press the cover in the handle area in direction of arrow 3 [...]
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Page 86
WARNING Pay attention when installing the variable loading floor that the carrier rails and the variable loading floor are correctly attached. If this is not the case, there is a risk of injury for the occupants. CAUTION The maximum load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor Fig. 75[...]
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Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor Fig. 77 Divide the luggage compartment The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor. – Grasp the rear part of the floor at the handle, raise it in direction of arrow 1 ⇒ fig. 76 and insert the rear edge in one of the openings A ⇒ fig. 77 . The variab[...]
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Page 88
Fixing set (Combi) Fig. 80 Telescopic pole and tensioning strap The fixing set can be used for dividing the luggage compartment or for securing the objects which are being transported. Telescopic pole – Insert the holder for the telescopic pole on the left and right into the openings of the carrier rails. – Press the top part of the holder in d[...]
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Net partition (Estate) Use the luggage net partition behind the rear seats Fig. 82 Pull out the luggage net parti- tion Pulling out – Pull the net partition at the bracket A ⇒ fig. 82 out of the housing B in direc- tion of the holders C . – Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts C and push the cross rod forward. – In the same way, f[...]
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WARNING (Continued) ● Pay attention that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked. It is only then that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function. ● First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the mounts C in the front position! Removing and installing the luggage net partition h[...]
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Roof load Distribute the weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 100 kg and the maximum per- missible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded. You cannot make full use of the permissible roof load if you use a roof luggage rack system with a lower load carrying ca[...]
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WARNING ● Do not place any hot beverages into 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 open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. They m[...]
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Removing ashtray insert – Open the ashtray ⇒ fig. 102 . – Grasp the insert at the points marked with the arrows ⇒ fig. 90 and take it out. Insert ashtray insert – Insert the ashtray insert into the mount and press it in. WARNING Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! Cigarette lighter, power sockets Ci[...]
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Further information ⇒ page 215, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts . Storage compartments Overview You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle: Storage compartment on the front passenger side ⇒ page 92 Storage compartment on the driver's side ⇒ page 93 Stowage compartment in front centre console[...]
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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 interi- or air to flow into the storage compartment. We recommend that you close the air supply if it is operating in the heating mode or if you a[...]
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WARNING ● In the storage net you must only stow objects (up to a total weight of 0.5 kg). Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently - risk of injury! ● No objects with sharp edges should be stored in the luggage net, because they can damage the luggage net. Stowage compartment for spectacles Fig. 97 Detail of the headliner: Stowage compart[...]
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Front seat armrest with storage compartment Fig. 100 Armrest: Storage compartment The armrest is adjustable for height and length. Opening stowage compartment – Open the lid of the armrest in the direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 100 . Closing stowage compartment – Open the lid up to the stop, then you can fold it downwards. Setting height – Fi[...]
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Stowage compartment for umbrella The storage compartment for an umbrella is located in the rear left door. You can purchase an umbrella from the range of the ŠKODA original accessories. Seat backrest with opening for skis Fig. 103 Rear seats: Handle of lid/luggage compartment: Unlock button After folding open the armrest and the lid, an openin[...]
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– Insert the securing strap B into the lock C until it is heard to lock in 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 luggage net parti- tion in place, it is not longer possible to unroll the luggage net partition. WARNING ● After pl[...]
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Non-lockable side compartment (Combi) Fig. 107 Non-lockable side compartment The cover of the side compartment can be removed and thus the luggage com- partment can be enlarged. – Grasp the cover on the top part and carefully remove it in direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 107 . CAUTION Make sure that the cover of the side compartment is not damaged [...]
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The air conditioning system Introduction Description and information The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat out- put only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature. If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in the vehicle. The wellbeing of the occupants of t[...]
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Air outlet vents Fig. 108 Air vents at the front Fig. 109 Air vents at the rear Open air outlet vents – Turn the rotary knob to position . Close air outlet vents – Turn the rotary knob to position 0 . Redirecting air flow – The horizontal as well as the vertical direction of the air flow is set with the moveable handle in the middle of th[...]
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Using the system Fig. 110 The air conditioning system: Control elements Setting temperature – Turn the control dial A ⇒ fig. 110 to the right in order to increase the tempera- ture. – Turn the control dial A to the left in order to increase the temperature. Controlling blower – Turn the blower switch B into one of the positions, 1 to 4,[...]
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Setting air conditioning system Recommended basic settings of the control elements of the air conditioning sys- tem for the respective operating modes: Set-up Setting of the control dial Button Air outlet vents 2 A B C 1 4 Defrost windscreen and side windows - free from mist a) Desired tempera- ture 3 or 4 Automatically switched on b) Do not sw[...]
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WARNING You should not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as “stale ” air may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, divert your atten- tion and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident in- creases. Switch recirculated air mode off as soon as the windows begin mist- ing up. Climatro[...]
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The buttons Defrost windscreen intensively Air flow to the windows Air flow to head Air flow in the footwell Recirculated air mode with air quality sensor Rear window heater Buttons / control dial Setting of the temperature for the left side, operation of the seat heating of the left front seat Automatic mode AUTO Switching [...]
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You can set the interior temperature between +18°C and +26 °C. The interior tem- perature is regulated automatically within this range. If you chose a temperature lower than +18 °C, a blue symbol lights up at the start of the numerical scale. If you chose a temperature higher than +26 °C, a red symbol lights up at the end of the numerical scale[...]
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Defrosting windscreen Defrosting windscreen - switching on – Press the button ⇒ fig. 111 . Defrosting windscreen - switching off – Once again press the button or the button AUTO . – Press the button ⇒ fig. 111 . The temperature control is controlled automatically. More air flows out of the air outlet vents 1 . Auxil[...]
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● The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of ice, snow or leaves in order to ensure that the auxiliary heating operates properly. ● So that warm air can flow into the vehicle interior after switching on the auxili- ary heating, you must maintain the comfort temperature normally selected by you, leave the fan switched on and leave [...]
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If the system is running, a warning light in the button for direct switching on/off of the auxiliary heating lights up. The running system deactivates after expiration of the operating period or is de- activated earlier by pressing the button for direct switching on/off of the auxiliary heating ⇒ page 107. A random pre-set time can be[...]
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For the sake of the environment Dispose of a used battery in accordance with environmental regulations. Note ● Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery. ● The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat- tery. 109 The air conditioning system Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Mai[...]
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Starting-off and Driving Setting steering wheel position Fig. 114 Adjustable steering wheel: Lever below the steering wheel/safe distance to the steering wheel You can set the height and the forward/back position of the steering wheel to the desired position. – Adjust the driver seat ⇒ page 72. – Pull the lever below the steering wheel do[...]
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3 - start engine Applies to all models: Position 1 To lock the steering , with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel un- til the steering locking pin is heard to engage. You should always lock the steering as a general rule if you leave your vehicle. This acts as a deterrent against possible theft of your vehicle ⇒ . Position 2 M[...]
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WARNING ● Never run the engine in non ventilated or enclosed areas. The exhaust gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon mon- oxide a poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death. ● Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. CAUTION ● The starter may only be operat[...]
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CAUTION you should not switch the engine off right away at the end of your journey after the engine has been operated for a lengthy period at high loads but should be al- lowed it to run at idling speed for about 2 minutes. This prevents any accumula- tion of heat when the engine is switched off. Note ● The radiator fan may continue running for a[...]
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Applying the handbrake – Pull the handbrake lever up fully. Releasing the handbrake – Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time press in the locking button ⇒ fig. 117 . – Hold the button pressed and push the handbrake lever down fully ⇒ . The handbrake warning light lights up when the handbrake is applied, provi[...]
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It is necessary to eliminate the possible cause which prevents the unlocking and repeat the attempt to unlock the steering. Engine protection for electric steering lock The electric steering lock has an engine protection which slows down the locking and unlocking of the steering if the starter button is pressed repeatedly at short intervals. Note ?[...]
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Note If the steering is locked while the engine is started, it is unlocked by pressing the starter button, the electrical components (e.g. radio, radio navigation system etc.) are activated, the ignition is switched on and the engine is started. Emergency start-up of engine Fig. 119 Emergency start-up of engine if the check for the authorized k[...]
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On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted radio or radio navigation system, the distance to the obstruction is shown graphically in the display. On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, the sensors are deactivated when towing a trailer. The driver is informed about this by a graphic display (vehicle towing a trailer) in the radio or the ra[...]
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Activating The parking aid is activated when the reverse gear is engaged and the ignition is switched on or by pressing the button ⇒ fig. 121 - left, the symbol lights up in the button. The activation is confirmed by a brief acknowledgement signal. Deactivating The parking aid is deactivated after pressing the button ⇒ fig. 121 [...]
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CAUTION ● If other vehicles are parked behind or on the kurb, the park assist guides your vehicle beyond the kurb or onto it. Make sure that the wheels or the wheel rims of your vehicle are not damaged and if necessary intervene in time. ● You should satisfy yourself before parking that there is no small obstacle, such as a rock, thin post, tra[...]
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Parking with the help of the park assist and concluding the parking procedure Fig. 123 Information display: the determined parking space with the information to drive on A and for engaging the reverse gear B Fig. 124 Information display: Information for engaging the forward gear C or the reverse gear D The time limit for the parking procedure with [...]
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Further warning and information texts of the park assist in the information display: Park Assist finished. (Park Assist finished) The parking procedure has ended or after switching on the ignition, the vehicle has not been driven above 10 km/h. Park Assist: Speed too high! (Park Assist: speed too high!) Reduce the speed below 30 km/h. Driver steeri[...]
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Cruise control system (CCS) Introduction The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30 km/h (20 mph), once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power out- put and braking power of the engine. The cruise control system makes i[...]
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Changing a stored speed You can also change the speed of the vehicle without depressing the accelerator. Faster – You can increase the stored speed without depressing the accelerator, by pressing the rocker button B ⇒ fig. 125 in the RES position. – The speed of the car will increase continuously if you hold the rocker button pressed in t[...]
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Switching the “START-STOP” system on and off You can switch the “START STOP” system on/off by pressing the button ⇒ fig. 126 . When start-stop mode is deactivated, the warning light in the button lights up. If the vehicle is in the stop phase when manually switching off the system, the en- gine starts immediately. The “START-STOP” [...]
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Note ● Changes to the outdoor temperature can have an effect on the internal tem- perature of the vehicle battery even after several hours. If the vehicle remains outdoors for a long time in minus temperatures or in direct sunlight, it can take several hours until the internal temperature of the vehicle battery reaches a suita- ble temperature fo[...]
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Automatic gearbox Automatic gearbox Information for driving with the 6-speed automatic gearbox The maximum speed is reached in the 5th gear. The 6th gear serves as an eco- nomic driving programme, which is intended to reduce the fuel consumption. Shifting up and down through the gears is performed automatically. You can also, however, switch the ge[...]
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Starting-off and Driving – Depress the brake pedal fully and keep it depressed. – Press the Shiftlock button (button in handle of the selector lever), move the selector lever into the desired position, e.g. D ⇒ page 127, and then release the Shiftlock button. – Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator ⇒ . Stop – The sel[...]
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The current selector lever position is indicated in the information display of the in- strument cluster ⇒ fig. 127 - right. P - Parklock The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this position. The Parklock must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary ⇒ . If you wish to move the selector lever into or out of this position, you m[...]
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The selector lever lock is only active if the vehicle is stationary or moving at speed of less than 5 km/hour. The lock is switched off automatically into position N when the car is travelling at a higher speed. Shiftlock button The Shiftlock button in the handle of selector lever prevents certain selector lever positions being engaged inadvertentl[...]
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Switching over to manual shifting – Push the selector lever to the right out of position D . After switching over, the current engaged gear is indicated in the display. Shifting up gears – One-touch forward of the selector lever (in the Tiptronic position) ⇒ fig. 128 + . Shifting down gears – One-touch back of the selector lever (in the[...]
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Selector lever-emergency unlocking (DSG) Fig. 130 Selector lever-emergency unlocking In case of interruption of the power supply (e.g. flat vehicle battery, defective fuse) or defect of the selector lever lock, the selector lever can no longer be shif- ted from the position P in the normal way and the vehicle can no longer be moved. The selector le[...]
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Communication Multifunction steering wheel Operate radio and radio navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 131 Multifunction steering wheel: control buttons The buttons for setting the basic functions of the factory-fitted radio and radio navigation system are located on the multifunction steering wheel ⇒ fig. 131 . You can [...]
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Button Action Radio, traffic information CD/CD changer/MP3 Navigation 1 press briefly Switch off/on tone/activation and deactivation of the voice control a) 1 press button for a long period of time switch off/on 1 turn upwards Increase volume 1 turn downwards Decrease volume 2 press briefly Changing to the next stored radio station Chan[...]
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for your mobile phone, use your mobile phone exclusively in the adapter so that the radiation in the vehicle drops to a minimum. This also improves the quality of the connection. Operation of mobile phones or two-way radio systems may interfere with func- tioning of the electronic systems of your vehicle. The reasons for this may be: ● no externa[...]
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If a telephone event (e.g. incoming or outgoing call, dialogue of the voice control) occurs during the updating procedure, the updating is interrupted. After the tele- phone event has ended, the updating starts anew. Connection of the mobile phone with the hands-free system In order to connect a mobile phone with the hands-free system, it is ne[...]
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● Inserting the mobile phone into the adapter ensures an optimal sending and receiving power and offers at the same time the advantage of the battery charg- ing. ● The range of the Bluetooth ® connection to the hands-free system is restricted to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles be- tween the devices[...]
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Operation of the telephone on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 134 Multifunction steering wheel: Mobile phone operation The driver can set the basic functions of the telephone by simply operating the buttons located on the steering wheel so that he can concentrate on the traffic situation without being distracted as little as possible by opera[...]
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The buttons operate the functions for the operating mode of the current tele- phone. Operate the telephone via the information display In the menu Phone you can select the following menu points: ■ Phone book ■ Dial number 1) ■ Call register ■ Voice mailbox ■ Bluetooth 1 ) ■ Settings 2) ■ Back Phone book In the menu point Phone boo[...]
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Voice control Dialogue On vehicles which are factory-fitted with the navigation system Co- lumbus, it is only possible to operate the voice control via this de- vice, see the operating instructions for Columbus. The period of time in which the system is ready to receive voice commands and to carry them out is called a dialogue. The system gives aud[...]
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Voice command Action MUSIC a) Play music from the mobile phone or another paired device. FURTHER OPTIONS After this command the system offers additional con- text-dependent commands. SETTINGS Selection for setting Bluetooth ® , dialogue etc. CANCEL The dialogue is ended. a) On vehicles fitted with the radio navigation system Amundsen+, this functi[...]
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rSAP - Remote SIM access profile After connecting the telephone with the hands-free system via the rSAP profile, the telephone deregisters from the GSM network, the control unit ensures the communication with the network via the internal antenna. In the telephone only the interface for Bluetooth ® remains active. In this case, you can only separat[...]
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– Select the menu Phone - Phone search in the information display and wait un- til the control unit has ended the search. – Select your mobile phone in the menu of the units found. – Within 30 seconds enter the 16 digit PIN of your control unit as indicated in the information display and confirm it according to the instructions on the display[...]
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Operation of the telephone on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 135 Multifunction steering wheel: Control buttons for the telephone The driver can set the basic functions of the telephone by simply operating the buttons located on the steering wheel so that he can concentrate on the traffic situation without being distracted as little as possib[...]
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The buttons operate the functions for the operating mode of the current tele- phone. Operate the telephone via the information display If no telephone is connected with the hands-free system, after you select the Phone menu, the No paired phone found message will appear and the following menu points: ■ Help this menu point appears when no pai[...]
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Bluetooth In the menu Bluetooth you can select the following menu points: ■ User - the overview of the stored users ■ Connect ■ Disconnect ■ Rename ■ Delete ■ New user - Search for users who are in the reception range ■ Visibility - Switching on the visibility of the hands-free system for other devi- ces ■ Media player ■ Active de[...]
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Voice control Dialogue On vehicles which are factory-fitted with the navigation system Co- lumbus, it is only possible to operate the voice control via this de- vice, see the operating instructions for Columbus. The period of time in which the system is ready to receive voice commands and to carry them out is called a dialogue. The system gives aud[...]
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Internet connection An Internet connection can be established via a PC or PDA. The control unit on the hands-free system supports the GPRS, EDGE and UMTS/3G technologies. An Internet is only possible via a telephone which is connected via the rSAP pro- file. The procedure for connecting to the Internet can vary depending on the type and version of [...]
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The CD changer for the radio and radio navigation system is located in the left side compartment of the luggage compartment. Inserting the CD – Touch the button C ⇒ fig. 136 and guide the CD (compact disc) into the CD- case B . The CD is automatically loaded onto the lowest free position in the CD changer. The LED in the corresponding butto[...]
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Safety Passive Safety Basic information Driving the safe way Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situa- tions. In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the subject of passive safety in your vehicle. We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat[...]
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● Safely attach the items of luggage ⇒ page 79, Loading the luggage compart- ment . ● Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedal. ● Adjust the mirror, the front seat and the head restraint to match your body size. ● Point out to your occupants that the head restraints must be adjusted to match their body size. ● Protect the childr[...]
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WARNING ● The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your occupants. ● The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the steering wheel, and a distance[...]
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WARNING ● The head restraints must always be adjusted to match the body size, in or- der to offer an optimal protection for you and your occupants. ● Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven - never put your feet out of the window or on the surfaces of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it be[...]
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Seat belts Why seat belts? Fig. 139 Driver wearing seat belt It is a proven fact that seat belts offer good protection in accidents ⇒ fig. 139 . Thus wearing a seat belt is a legal requirement in most countries. Seat belts which have been correctly fastened and adjusted hold the occupants of the car in the correct seated position ⇒ fig. 1[...]
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The speed of the vehicle is, nevertheless, 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 common opinion that it is possible to support your body in a minor accident with your hands, is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces acting on th[...]
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How are seat belts correctly fastened? Fastening three-point seat belts Fasten your seat belt before starting! Fig. 141 Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap belt/Routing of belt webbing for an expectant mother – Correctly adjust the front seat and the head restraint before fastening your seat belt ⇒ page 75. – Slowly pul[...]
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WARNING Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt is positioned approximately across the middle of your shoulder - on no account across your neck. Taking seat belts off Fig. 143 Releasing lock tongue from belt lock – Press the red button in the belt lock ⇒ fig. 143 . The spring force causes the tongu[...]
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Airbag system Description of the airbag system General information on the airbag system The front airbag system is complementary to the three-point seat belts and offers additional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and passenger in the event of a frontal collision. In the event of a side collision, the side airbags reduce the ris[...]
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In special cases, the front as well as the relevant side and head airbags may be deployed together. The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions, rear- end collisions, tilting of the vehicle and vehicle rollover. Deployment factors It is not possible to state globally which deployment conditions apply to the airbag [...]
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Note The dash panel must be replaced after the front passenger airbag has been de- ployed. Function of the front airbags Risk of injury to the head and chest area is reduced by fully inflated airbags. Fig. 145 Inflated airbags The airbag system is designed in such a way that the airbags for the driver and front passenger are deployed in the eve[...]
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WARNING (Continued) ● The steering wheel and the surface of the airbag module in the dash panel on the passenger side must not be stuck onto, covered or modified in any oth- er way. These parts should only be cleaned with a dry cloth or a cloth moistened with water. No objects such as cup holders, mobile phone mounts, etc. may be attached to the [...]
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Important safety information on the driver's knee airbag WARNING ● Position the steering wheel so that there is a gap of at least 10 cm be- tween the legs and the dashboard at the height of the knee airbag ⇒ fig. 138 – left. If it is not possible to meet this requirement due your body size, please get in touch with a specialist garage[...]
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A grey white, non harmful gas is released when airbag is inflated. This is perfectly normal and is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle. The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunging into the fully inflated air- bag and the risk of injury to the entire upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) is reduced on the side facing the door. I[...]
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Head airbags Description of the head airbags The head airbag together with the side airbag offers enhanced oc- cupant protection in the event of a side collision. Fig. 150 Installation position of the head airbags The head airbags are positioned above the doors on both sides in the interior of the car ⇒ fig. 150 . The installation positions of[...]
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Important safety information on the head airbag Correct use of the airbag system considerably reduces the risk of injury! WARNING ● It is essential to always switch off ⇒ page 164 , Deactivating an airbag the front passenger airbag when attaching a child safety seat on the front pas- senger seat where the child is seated with its back facing[...]
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If the airbag was switched off using diagnostic equipment: ● The warning light for the airbag system lights up for 4 seconds after switching on the ignition and then flashes for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals. The following situation applies if the airbag has been switched off using the switch for the airbag in the storage compartmen[...]
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Transporting children safely What you should know about transporting children! An introduction to the subject Accident statistics have revealed that children are generally more safely transported on the rear seats than on the front passenger seat. Children who are less than 1.50 m in height and who weigh less than 36 kg should, under normal circums[...]
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WARNING (Continued) ● Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the vehi- cle is moving. This particularly applies to children who are transported on the front passenger seat if the airbag system deploys in the event of an accident. This can re[...]
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Child safety and side airbag Children must never be seated in the deployment area of the side airbags and head airbags. Fig. 154 Seated position of an unprotected child at risk from side airbag/Child properly pro- tected by safety seat In the event of a side collision, the side airbags offer the vehicle occupants en- hanced protection. The side air[...]
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Children who are more than 1.50 m in height or who weigh more than 36 kg can use normal seat belts without a seat bolster. Use of child safety seats An overview of the usefulness of child seats on each of the seats according to the ECE-R 44 standard: Child seat of the group Front passenger seat Rear seat outside Rear seat middle 0 U + U + T U 0[...]
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Child seats in which the child is facing with its back towards the direction of travel should not be used on the front passenger seat when the vehicle is fitted with a front passenger airbag ⇒ page 167, Use of child safety seats on the front passenger seat. WARNING ● It is essential to always switch off the front passenger airbag at a speci[...]
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WARNING ● When transporting a child on the front passenger seat, please comply with the appropriate national regulations regarding the use of child safety seats. Switch off the front passenger airbag if necessary at a specialist garage or switch it off with the switch for front passenger airbag ⇒ page 165, Switch for the front passenger air[...]
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Attaching child seat using the “Top Tether” system Fig. 160 Rear seat: Top Tether IIn certain countries national legal provisions also require the equipment of the rear seat with fixing eyes for child seat using the “Top Tether” system ⇒ fig. 160 . Always perform the installation and removal of the child seat using the “Top Teth- er?[...]
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Driving Tips Intelligent Technology General information WARNING Lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or lead to shut down the en- gine. Consequently, the systems described in this chapter may to lose their ef- fectiveness, resulting in loss of vehicle control – risk of accident! Electronic stability programme (ESP) General Fig. 161[...]
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WARNING It is also not possible for the ESP to overcome the physical limits of the vehi- cle. Even if a vehicle fitted with ESP you should still always adapt your style of driving to the condition of the road surface and the traffic situation. This par- ticularly applies when driving on slippery and wet roads. The increased safety offered must not [...]
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Operating principle The TCS switches on automatically when the engine is started and then conducts a self-test. The system monitors the speeds of the driven wheels with the aid of the ABS sensors. If the wheels are spinning, the force transmitted to the road sur- face is automatically adapted by reducing the engine speed. The system operates at all[...]
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Page 178
There also may be a certain delay before the full braking efficiency is available when driving on roads which have been treated with road salt if you have not used the brakes for some considerable time beforehand. The layer of salt on the brake discs and brake pads must first be rubbed off when you apply the brakes. Corrosion Corrosion on the brake[...]
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Page 179
Antilock brake system (ABS) ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. General The ABS contributes significantly to enhancing the active safety of your vehicle. Compared to a car not fitted with the ABS brake system, you are able to retain op- timal steering ability even during a full brake application on a slippery road surface because the whee[...]
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Page 180
Uphill Start Assist The uphill start assist makes it easier to start off on steep hills. The system assists a start off by holding the brake pressure produced by the brake pedal actuation for approx. 2 seconds after releasing the brake pedal. The driver can therefore move his foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal and start off on the s[...]
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Page 181
● Press button ⇒ fig. 163 for more than 2 seconds. While pressing the but- ton, the warning light lights up. At the same time the memory of the system is erased and the new calibration is started, which is confirmed with an audible sig- nal and then the warning light goes out. ● If the warning light does not go ou[...]
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Driving and the Environment The first 1 500 kilometres and afterwards New engine The engine has to be run in during the first 1 500 kilometres. Up to 1 000 kilometres – Do not drive faster than 3/4 of the mamimum speed of the gear in use, that is 3/4 of the maximum permissible engine speed. – Do not use full throttle. – Avoid high engine revo[...]
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– Never run the fuel tank completely empty. – Do not switch off the ignition while you are driving the vehicle. – Do not pour too much oil into the engine ⇒ page 200, Replenishing engine oil. If you drive your vehicle in a country in which unleaded petrol is not available, you must have the catalytic converter replaced later when drivin[...]
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Shifting gears and saving energy Shifting up early saves on fuel. Fig. 165 Fuel consumption in litres/100 km. and speed in km/h. Manual gearbox – Drive no more than about one length of your vehicle in first gear. – Shift up into the next higher gear at approx. 2 000 to 2 500 revs. An effective way of achieving good fuel economy is to shift up e[...]
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Regular servicing A poorly tuned engine uses an unnecessarily high amount of fuel. Having your vehicle serviced regularly at a specialist garge enables you to satisfy one of the requirements for economical motoring even before you set off on your journey. Keeping your vehicle properly serviced not only has a positive effect on the safety of your ve[...]
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Do not drive with winter tyres all year round for this costs about 10 % more fuel. Winter tyres are also louder. No unnecessary ballast Transporting ballast costs fuel. The fact that every kilogram of extra weight increases your fuel consumption means that it is worth taking a look in the luggage compartment to avoid trans- porting any unnecess[...]
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been created, where you can trade-in your vehicle. After you trade-in your vehicle, you will receive a confirmation stating the recycling in accordance with environ- mental regulations. Vehicles with special built-on types Technical documents regarding changes carried out on the vehicle must be kept by the vehicle user, in order to hand over later [...]
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WARNING ● Driving through water, mud, sludge etc. can reduce the braking power and extend the braking distance - risk of accident! ● Avoid sudden and severe braking manoeuvres immediately after driving through bodies of water. ● After driving through bodies of water, the brakes must be cleaned and dried as soon as possible by intermittent bra[...]
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Towing a trailer Towing a trailer Technical requirements Your vehicle is designed primarily for transporting persons and luggage. It can, however, also be used for towing a trailer - provided certain technical equipment is fitted. If your vehicle has been factory-fitted with a towing device or has a towing device from ŠKODA Original Accessories, t[...]
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Driving Tips – Do not, as far as possible, drive with your vehicle unladen and the trailer laden. – Do not make full use of the legal maximum speeds. This applies in particular to downhill sections. – Apply the brakes in good time. – Keep a check on the coolant temperature gauge if the outside temperature is high. Distribution of weight The[...]
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General Maintenance Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle General Proper care retains the commercial value of your vehicle. Regular and proper care retains the value of your vehicle. It may also be one of the requirements for the acceptance of warranty claims relating to corrosion dam- age and paint defects on the bodywork. We recomm[...]
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If you have any particular attached parts fitted to your car - such as spoiler, roof rack system, two-way radio aerial - it is best to first of all consult the operator of the car wash plant. It is important to degrease the lips of the windscreen wiper rubbers after passing through the automatic vehicle wash system. Washing vehicle by hand It i[...]
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Polishing Polishing is only necessary if the paintwork of your vehicle has become unattrac- tive and if it is no longer possible to achieve a gloss with wax preservers. You must treat the paintwork with a wax preserver if the polish you use does not contain any preserving elements ⇒ page 190. We recommend using a preservative from ŠKODA Origi[...]
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CAUTION Never wipe the headlights dry and do not use any sharp objects for cleaning the plastic lenses, this may result in damage to the protective paintwork and conse- quently in formation of cracks on the headlight lenses, e.g. through effect of chemical products. Door and window seals The rubber seals on the doors, boot lid, bonnet, roof win[...]
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This wax protection does not require to be inspected or re-treated. Please remove any small amount of wax which flows out of the cavities at high temperatures with a plastic scraper and clean the spot using petroleum cleaner. WARNING Safety and environmental protection regulations should observed when using petroleum cleaner to remove wax - a risk [...]
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● Sharp-edged objects on items of clothing such as zip fasteners, rivets, sharp- edged belts may leave permanent scratches or signs of rubbing on the surface. ● The use of a mechanical steering wheel lock may damage the leather surface of the steering wheel. Note ● Use a care cream with light blocker and impregnation effect regularly and each[...]
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Fuel Petrol Unleaded petrol Your vehicle can only be operated with unleaded petrol , which complies with the standard EN 228 (In Germany: standard DIN 51626 - 1 or E10 for unleaded fuel with octane rating 95 RON and 91 RON or DIN 51626 - 2 or E5 for unleaded fuel with octane rating 95 RON and 98 RON). On the inside of the fuel filler flap, you will[...]
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Diesel Diesel fuel Your vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel , which complies with the stand- ard EN 590 (standard DIN 51628 in Germany, standard ÖNORM C 1590 in Austria, GOST R 52368-2005/EN 590:2004 in Russia). Fuel additives You must not use fuel additives, so-called “flow improvers” (petrol and similar products) in diesel fuel. Yo[...]
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Closing fuel filler cap – Screw on the cap by turning it to the right until it is heard to lock. – Close the fuel filler flap until it locks. The correct grade of fuel for your vehicle as well as the tyre size and inflation pressures are stated on a sticker affixed to the inside of the fuel filler flap. Further information on fuel ⇒ page [...]
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Inspecting and Replenishing Engine compartment Bonnet remote release Fig. 170 Bonnet release lever Bonnet remote release – Pull the unlocking lever below the dash panel on the left-hand side ⇒ fig. 170 . The bonnet jumps out of its lock as a result of the spring force. Opening and closing the bonnet. Fig. 171 Radiator grille: Locking le[...]
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WARNING ● Never open the bonnet if you see that steam or coolant is flowing out of the engine compartment - risk of scalding! Wait long enough until the steam or coolant has stopped escaping. ● Switch off the engine and pull out the ignition key. ● Apply the handbrake firmly. ● If your vehicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gears[...]
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Coolant expansion bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Windshield washer fluid reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Engine oil filler opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]
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– Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening. – Pour in a suitable grade of oil in portions of 0.5 litres ⇒ page 242. – Inspect the oil level ⇒ page 200 , Check engine oil level. – Carefully screw on the cap of the filler opening and push the dipstick in fully. WARNING ● Avoid dripping oil onto hot parts of the engine when[...]
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When refilling, we only recommend you use the same antifreeze described on the antifreeze expansion tank. Please contact an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner if you have any questions re- garding the coolant or if you wish to fill up with a different coolant. An authorised ŠKODA Service Partner can also supply you with the correct coolant additive[...]
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CAUTION One should contact a specialist garage as soon as possible if the source of over- heating itself cannot be determined and removed, since there may be grave dam- age to the engine. Replenishing the coolant – Switch the engine off. – Allow the engine to cool down. – Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir ⇒ ?[...]
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Brake fluid Inspecting the brake fluid level Fig. 175 Engine compartment: Brake flu- id reservoir The brake fluid reservoir is located on the left of the engine compartment. The brake fluid reservoir on right-hand steering models is positioned on the other side of the engine compartment. – Switch the engine off. – Open the bonnet ⇒ page 19[...]
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There is a risk of injuries, scalding, accidents and burns when carrying out any work on the battery and on the electrical system. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the warning instructions ⇒ stated below and with the general ap- plicable rules of safety. WARNING ● The battery acid is strongly corrosive and must, therefore, be [...]
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Battery cover Fig. 176 Engine compartment: Polyester cover of the vehicle battery/plastic cover of the ve- hicle battery The battery is located in the engine compartment in a polyester cover ⇒ fig. 176 - left or in a ⇒ fig. 176 plastic cover ⇒ fig. 105 right - in the left side of the luggage compartment. Battery in the engine compar[...]
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Operation in winter The battery has to provide greater amounts of electricity during the winter. It also has only part of the initial power output at low temperatures that it has at normal temperatures. A discharged battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0°C. We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked by an authorised [...]
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Replacing the battery When replacing a battery, the new new battery must have the same capacity, voltage (12 V), amperage and be the same size. Suitable types of vehicle battery are available from an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner. We recommend you have a battery change carried out by an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner, who will properly insta[...]
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CAUTION ● On no account should you add radiator antifreeze or other additives to the windscreen washer fluid. ● If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system, you should only add cleaning products which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the head- lights to the windscreen washer fluid. Please contact an authorised ŠKODA Ser[...]
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Wheels and Tyres Wheels General information ● New tyres do not offer optimal grip at first. They should therefore be run in for about 500 km at a moderate speed and an appropriately cautious style of driving. You will also profit from longer tyre life. ● The tread depth of new tyres may differ because of design features and the configuration of[...]
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The tyre inflation pressure for tyres of the tyre size 205/50 R17, which are inten- ded to be used with snow chains, is identical to the tyre inflation pressure for tyres of the tyre size 225/45 R17, see ⇒ fig. 179 . The tyre pressure should be at the highest pressure specified for your vehicle at all times. The tyre inflation pressure of the [...]
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Changing wheels around Fig. 181 Changing wheels around If significantly greater wear is present on the front tyres, we recommend changing the front wheels around with the rear wheels as shown in the diagram ⇒ fig. 181 . You will then obtain approximately the same life for all the tyres. It may be advantageous to swap the tyres over “crosswi[...]
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WARNING ● Only use those tyres or wheel rims which have been approved for your model of ŠKODA vehicle. Failure to observe this instruction will adversely af- fect the road safety of your vehicle - risk of accident! Approval and licencing of your vehicle on public roads may also become void as a result. ● You must on no account drive at a highe[...]
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You can fit winter tyres of a lower speed category to your vehicle provided that you also do not drive faster than the permissible maximum speed for such tyres, even if the possible maximum speed of your vehicle is higher. The corresponding tyre category can damage the tyres when exceeding the permissible maximum speed. Please pay attention to the [...]
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Accessories, changes and replacement of parts General ŠKODA vehicles have been built according to the latest discoveries in safety engi- neering. Thus one should not change the condition in which the vehicle was deliv- ered from the manufacturer without some thought. If you want to retrofit the vehicle with accessories, if a vehicle part is to be [...]
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Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance First-aid box Fig. 182 Compartment for stowing first-aid box/compartment for stowing first-aid box (Com- bi) First-aid box The compartment for stowing the first-aid box is located in the right of the lug- gage compartment ⇒ fig. 182 . Note ● Pay attention to the use-by-date of the contents of the fi[...]
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WARNING If the fire extinguisher is not correctly attached, in case of sudden manoeu- vres or an accident it can be “thrown” through the interior compartment and cause injuries. Note ● The fire extinguisher must comply with the relevant and valid legal require- ments. ● Pay attention to the expiration date of the fire extinguisher. If the f[...]
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Please observe the following notes when driving with a temporary spare wheel: ● The warning label must not be covered after installing the wheel. ● Do not drive faster than 80 km/h with this spare wheel and pay particular at- tention while driving. Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering. ● The inflation pressure[...]
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Note ● All bolts must be clean and must turn easily. ● You must never grease or oil the wheel bolts! ● When fitting on unidirectional tyres, ensure that the tyres rotate in the correct direction ⇒ page 210 . Subsequent steps After changing the wheel, you must perform the following steps. – Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the [...]
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Wheel trim caps Fig. 187 Pulling off wheel trim cap on light alloy wheels Pulling off – Carefully remove the wheel trim cap using the wire clamp ⇒ fig. 187 . Slackening and tightening wheel bolts Slacken the wheel bolts before jacking up the vehicle. Fig. 188 Changing a wheel: Slackening wheel bolts Slackening wheel bolts – Insert the [...]
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Raise vehicle You have to raise the vehicle with a lifting jack in order to be able to take off the wheel. Fig. 189 Changing a wheel: Jacking points for positioning lifting jack Fig. 190 Attach lifting jack Position the lifting jack by selecting the jacking point which is closest to the wheel to be removed ⇒ fig. 189 . The jacking point is loc[...]
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– Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possi- ble. Steel and light alloy wheels must be tightened to a tightening torque of 120 Nm . The safety wheel bolts on vehicles fitted with them (one safety wheel bolt per wheel) can only be loosened or tighten up by using the adapter provided. It is meaningful to note the code[...]
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Components of the tyre repair kit Fig. 192 Components of the tyre repair kit The tyre repair kit is made up of the following parts: Valve remover Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”/“max. 50 mph” Inflation hose with plug Compressor Tyre inflation hose Tyre inflation pressure indicator Air release valve ON and OFF switch 12 volt ca[...]
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– On vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox, move the gearshift lever into Neu- tral. – Start the engine and run it in idle. – Plug the connector 9 into 12 Volt socket ⇒ page 91. – Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch 8 . – Allow the air compressor to run until reaching a pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar. Maxi- mum run ti[...]
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WARNING ● A discharged battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0°C. In case of frozen battery carry out no jump-starting - risk of explosion! ● Please pay attention to the warning instructions relating to working in the engine compartment ⇒ page 198, Working in the engine compartment . Note ● There must not be any contact [...]
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Jump-starting on vehicles with the “START-STOP” system Fig. 194 Jump-starting on vehicles with the START-STOP system One vehicles with the “START STOP” system, the negative cable of the charger must never be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery, but only to the engine earth ⇒ fig. 194 . Jump-starting on ve[...]
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CAUTION ● Do not tow start the engine - danger of damaging the engine. On vehicles with a catalytic converter, unburnt fuel may get into the catalytic converter where it may ignite. This in turn may damage or destroy the catalytic converter. You can use the battery of another vehicle as a jump-start aid ⇒ page 224, Jump-starting. ● If the [...]
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Rear towing eye Fig. 197 Rear bumper: Removing the cover/installing the towing eye – Press onto the bottom part of the cover in the rear bumper ⇒ fig. 197 - left and take it out. – Screw in the towing eye by hand to the left up to the stop ⇒ fig. 197 - right and tighten it as much as possible. For tightening, we recommend that you us[...]
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Fuses and light bulbs Electric fuses Replacing fuses in the dash panel Defect fuses must be replaced. Fig. 198 Fuse cover: left side of the dash panel Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind the safety cover and under the cover in the en- gine compartment on the left. ?[...]
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On some vehicles, the battery cover must be removed before removing the fuse cover ⇒ page 206. Removing fuse cover – Move the circlips A ⇒ fig. 199 as far as the stop, the symbol appears behind the circlip and remove the cover. Installing fuse cover – Position the fuse cover on the fuse box and push the circlips A as far as the s[...]
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No. Power consumer F37 Not assigned F38 Radiator fan, valves F39 Not assigned F40 Not assigned F41 Not assigned F42 Not assigned F43 Ignition F44 Not assigned F45 Not assigned F46 Not assigned F47 Front left main headlight, left rear light unit F48 Pump for ABS F49 Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on) F50 Not assigned F51 Not assigned F52 Pow[...]
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No. Power consumer F28 Windscreen heater F29 Accessory equipment F30 Power supply relay - terminal X a) a) In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components of this terminal are automatically switched off. Fuse assignment in the dash panel Fig. 202 Schematic representation of the fuse carrier in[...]
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No. Power consumer 42 Light switch 43 Control unit for trailer detection 44 Control unit for trailer detection 45 Control unit for trailer detection 46 Switch for seat heating 47 Not assigned 48 Preparation for the aftermarket radio 49 Not assigned Electrically adjustable seats are protected by automatic circuit breakers , which switch on again aut[...]
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WARNING ● Bulbs H7 and H3 are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb - risk of injury! ● It is recommended to wear gloves and safety glasses when changing a bulb. ● Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professio- nal knowledge is required - danger to life! CAUTION Do not take hold of the glass bulb with nak[...]
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Low beam light Fig. 205 Removing the light bulb for the low beam light – Switch the ignition and all lights off. – Open the bonnet. – Remove the protective cap B ⇒ fig. 203 . – Turn the connector with the light bulb up to the stop towards the left and re- move ⇒ fig. 205 . – Replace the lamp, insert the connector with the new l[...]
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Rear light unit Fig. 207 Remove the outer part of the rear light unit/remove the inner part of the rear light unit Remove and install the outer part of the rear light unit – Switch the ignition and all lights off. – Open the boot lid/luggage compartment door. – Take out the plugs ⇒ fig. 207 - left and unscrew the rear light unit using a [...]
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1 - Turn signal lights 2 - Parking lights/Brake light 3 - parking lights Fitting position of the bulbs in the inner rear light unit ⇒ fig. 208 - right. 4 - Reversing light 5 - Rear fog light Rear light unit (Combi) Fig. 209 Remove rear light unit (Combi) Removing and installing the rear light unit – Switch the ignition and all lights off[...]
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Licence plate light Fig. 210 Rear bumper: Licence plate light – Unscrew the glass cover of the light ⇒ fig. 210 . – Take the defective bulb out of the holder and insert a new one. – Replace the the glass cover of the light and press it down to the stop - ensure that the glass cover is correctly installed. – Screw the glass cover tight[...]
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Technical data Technical data General information The details given in the official vehicle registration documents always take prece- dence over the details in the Owner's Manual. Please refer to the official vehicle registration documents or consult an authorised ŠKODA Service Partner concern- ing the engine with which your vehicle is equipp[...]
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The following specifications are listed on the type plate ⇒ fig. 212 : Permissible gross weight The permissible overall weight of the vehicle/trailer combination when the vehicle is being operated with a trailer Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load The type playte is fixed to the lower part of the columns on [...]
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Dimensions Dimensions (mm) Superb Superb GreenLine Estate car Combi GreenLine Length 4838/4849 a) 4838/4849 a) 4838/4849 a) 4838/4849 a) Width 1817 1817 1817 1817 Width including exterior mirror 2009 2009 2009 2009 Height 1462/1482 b) /1447 c) 1464/1449 c) 1510/1529 b) /1497 c) /1495 d) 1511/1496 c) Clearance 139/158 b) /123 c) 140/125 c) 141/159 b[...]
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Engine oil specifications The engine of your vehicle has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil which you can use throughout the year - except in extreme climatic regions. You can mix various oils together with each other when refilling with oil. This does not, however, apply for models with flexible service intervals (QG1). Engine oils are, of [...]
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Engine 1.4 l/92 kW TSI - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 92/5000 200/1500-4000 4/1390 Performances Superb M6 Combi M6 Maximum speed (km/h) 201/204 a) 199/202 a) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 10,5/10,6 a) 10,6/10,7 a) Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO 2 (in g/km) Urban 9,0/7,8 a) 9,0/7[...]
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1.8 l/112 kW TSI engine - EU5/EU4/EU2/(BS4) Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 112/4300 - 6200 250/1500 - 4200 4/1798 Performances Superb M6 Superb AQ6 Superb M6 4x4 Combi M6 Combi AQ6 Combi M6 4x4 Maximum speed (km/h) 216 212 213 214 210 211 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 8,9 9,4 9,0 9,0 9,5 9,1 Fu[...]
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Engine 1.8 l/118 kW TSI - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 118/4500 - 6200 250/1500 - 4500 4/1798 Performances Superb M6 Superb DQ7 Superb M6 4x4 Combi M6 Combi DQ7 Combi M6 4x4 Maximum speed (km/h) 220 220 217 218 218 215 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 8,6 8,5 8,7 8,7 8,6 8,8 Fuel consumption[...]
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Engine 2.0 ltr./147 kW FSI - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 147/5100 - 6000 280/1700 - 5000 4/1984 Performances Superb DQ6 Combi DQ6 Maximum speed (km/h) 236 234 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 7,8 7,9 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO 2 (in g/km) Urban 10,6 10,7 Non-urban 6,3 6,4 Comb[...]
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Engine 3.6 ltr./191 kW FSI - EU5/EU2/(BS4) Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 191/6000 350/2500 - 5000 6/3597 Performances Superb DQ6 4x4 Combi DQ6 4x4 Maximum speed (km/h) 250 247 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 6,5 6,6 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO 2 (in g/km) Urban 14,7/16,4 a) 14,4 Non[...]
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Engine 1.6 l/77 kW TDI CR - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 77/4400 250/1500 - 2500 4/1598 Performances Superb M5 Superb M5 GreenLine Combi M5 Combi M5 GreenLine Maximum speed (km/h) 189 192 187 190 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 12,5 12,5 12,6 12,6 Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) and CO 2 [...]
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Engine 2.0 ltr./103 kW TDI CR DPF - EU5, (EU4/BS4) Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 103/4200 320/1750-2500 4/1968 Performances Superb M6 Superb DQ6 Superb DQ6 4x4 Combi M6 Combi DQ6 Combi DQ6 4x4 Maximum speed (km/h) 208/211 a) 206 204 205/209 a) 203 201 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 10,1 10,2 10[...]
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Engine 2.0 l/125 kW TDI CR DPF - EU5 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm per rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 3 ) 125/4200 350/1750-2500 4/1968 Performances Superb M6 Superb DQ6 Superb M6 4x4 Combi M6 Combi DQ6 Combi M6 4x4 Maximum speed (km/h) 222 220 219 220 218 217 Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 8,8 8,8 9,0 8,9 8,9 9,1 Fuel consumption ([...]
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Multi-purpose vehicles (AF) Weight (in kg) Engine Permissible gross weight 1.4 ltr./92 kW TSI M6 M6 2042 2047 a) 1.8 ltr./118 kW TSI M6 DQ7 4x4 M6 2076 2088 2167 2,0 ltr./147 kW FSI DQ6 2120 3.6 ltr./191 kW FSI DQ6 4x4 2277 1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR M5 M5 2082 2089 b) 2.0 ltr./103 kW TDI CR M6 DQ6 M6 DQ6 4x4 2112 2134 2116 a) 2210 2.0 ltr./125 kW TDI C[...]
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Index A Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 [...]
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Climatronic (automatic air conditioning) . . . . . . . . 103 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Clothes hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Cockpit General view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Compartments . . . . . . .[...]
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G Gearbox mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 General view Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Glass roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Glow plug system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]
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Note holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 O Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Oil dipst[...]
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Steering active driver-steering recommendation . . . . . . . 175 Steering force assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Storage compartment Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Storage facilities . . . . . . . . . [...]
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257 Index Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data[...]
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259 Index Using the system Safety Driving Tips General Maintenance Breakdown assistance Technical data[...]
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ŠKODA pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment and engineering, may be introduced at any time. The information about scope of delivery, appearance, performances, dimensions, weight, fuel consumption, stand- ards and functions of the vehicle is [...]