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NoteIf the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light extinguishes auto-
matically after around 20 minutes.
Entry lighting
The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror and illumi-
nates the entry area of the front door.
The light illuminates after the vehicle has been unlocked or on opening the
front door. The lighting goes out about 30 seconds after the doors are closed
or if the ignition is switched on.
WARNINGIf the entry light is on, do not touch its cover – risk of burns!
Note
If the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto-
matically after around 1 minute.
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
75
Sun visors
76
Sun screen
76
Sun screen in the rear doors
76Windscreen and rear window heaterFig. 58
Buttons for the rear and front window heating Climatronic / man-
ual air conditioning
Buttons for the heating in the centre console » Fig. 58
Switching the rear window heater on/off
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
When the heater is switched on, a lamp illuminates inside the button.
The heater only works when the engine is running.
The heater automatically switches off after approximately 10 minutes.
For the sake of the environment
The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free
from mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on
fuel economy » page 151, Saving electrical energy .
Note
■
If the on-board voltage drops, the heater switches off automatically, in order
to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 197, Auto-
matic load deactivation .■
If the light is flashing inside the button the heater is off due to low battery.
75Lights and visibility

Windscreen wipers and washersFig. 63
Operating lever: Windscreen
wipers and washer settings
Read and observe and on page 77 first.
Lever positions
0Wipers off1Periodic windscreen wiping / automatic wiping in rain2Slow windscreen wiping3Rapid windscreen wiping4 Flick windscreen wiping, service position of the wiper
arms » page 219 , (spring-loaded position)5Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-loaded position)6Wiping the rear window (the windscreen wiper wipes at regular in-
tervals after a few seconds)7Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window (spring-loaded position)ASwitches for setting: the desired pause between the individual wip-
er strokes / the speed of the wiping in rain (operating lever in the
position 1
)
Interval windscreen wiping 
The wiping intervals are also speed-dependent regulated.
Automatic windscreen wiping in rain 
The wiping intervals are controlled depending on the rain intensity.
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen 
The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wipers wipe some-
what later. The wash system and the windscreen wiper operate simultaneous-
ly at a speed of more than 120 km/h.
Letting go of the operating lever will cause the windscreen wash system to
stop and the wipers to continue for another 3 - 4 wiper strokes (depending on
the spraying duration).
At a speed of more than 2 km/h, the wiper wipes once again 5 seconds after
the last wiper stroke in order to wipe the last drops from the windscreen. This
function can be activated/deactivated by a specialist garage.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window 
(Superb Combi)
The wash system operates immediately, the wiper wipes somewhat later.
Letting go of the operating lever will cause the windscreen wash system to
stop and the wiper to continue for another 2 to 3 wiper strokes (depending on
the spraying duration). The operating lever remains in position » Fig. 63 6
.
Automatic rear window wiper (Superb Combi)
If the lever is in position
2
» Fig. 63 or
3
the rear window is wiped every
30 or 10 seconds if the vehicle's speed exceeds 5 km/h.
If automatic windscreen wiping in rain is activated (the operating lever is in the position
1
) the function is only active if the windscreen wipers operate in
continuous mode (no break between each wiping process).
Automatic rear window wiping can be activated/deactivated via the MAXI DOT
display in the menu item Rear wiper » page 47 .
Winter setting of the windscreen wiper
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wip-
ers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.
› Switch on the windscreen wipers.
› Switch off the ignition.
The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when
switching off the ignition.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 219.
Note
■
If the operating lever is in the position 2 or 3 and the speed of the vehicle
drops below 4 km/h, the wiping speed is switched to a lower wiping level. The
original setting is restored step by step when the speed of the vehicle exceeds
8 km/h.■
The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on
when reverse gear is selected.
78Operation

If the front seats are too far back, we recommend taking out the rear head re-
straints before the seat backrests are folded forward, to achieve a loading
space that is as horizontal as possible »
.
Fold down split seat backrest
›
Press the release knob
A
» Fig. 77 .
›
Fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Fold down undivided seat backrest
›
Push the release handles
A
» Fig. 77 on both sides of the seat backrest at
the same time.
›
Fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Fold back split seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest
tilted slightly forwards » page 83.
›
Hold the rear outer seat belt
C
» Fig. 77 against the side trim panel.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob
A
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
Fold back undivided seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraints, you need to reinsert them with the back-
rest tilted slightly forwards » page 83.
›
Hold the rear outer seat belts
C
» Fig. 77 against the side trim panel.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the release
levers
A
on either side of the seat back click into place – check by pulling on
the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pins
B
on both sides of the seat back are not visible.
WARNING■
The seat belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after
folding back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely latched in position so that no ob-
jects from the luggage compartment can slip into the passenger compart-
ment under sudden braking – risk of injury.
■
In occupied rear seats make sure that the respective seat backrests are
properly engaged.
CAUTION■ Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr-
ests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the fol-
ded back seat backrests.■
Store the head restraints that were removed in such a way that they are not
damaged or soiled.
Rear seat folded forward (Superb Combi)
Fig. 78
Folding the seat cushion for-
wards
›
Pull up the seat squab in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 78 and fold for-
wards in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Note
To achieve a loading space that is as horizontal as possible, the rear head re-
straints can be removed before folding the seat backrests forwards. Store the
removed head restraints in such a way that they are not damaged or soiled.
Practical features
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
89
Storage compartment on the driver's side
89
Storage compartments in the doors
90
Storage compartment in the front centre console
90
Cup holders
90
Cigarette lighter
91
Ashtray
91
12 Volt power outlet
92

88Operation

WARNING■Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks. Never leave any heavy or
sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing.■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing; this may re-
duce the effectiveness of the head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Storage pockets on the front seats
Fig. 93
Map pockets
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Pockets for storing maps, magazines etc. are provided on the back of the front
seat backrests » Fig. 93.
WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury.
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp
edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.Storage compartment for umbrellaFig. 94
Left rear door: Stowage compart-
ment for an umbrella
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The storage compartment for an umbrella is located in the rear left
door » Fig. 94 .
Note
An umbrella can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Storage compartment in rear centre console
Fig. 95
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The storage compartment is equipped with a removable insert.
Open/close
›
Pull the handle
A
» Fig. 95 on the upper section of the recess and open out
the compartment in the direction of the arrow.
Closing takes place in reverse order. 
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WARNINGThe storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes – risk of fire!
Storage compartment in the rear armrest
Fig. 96
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Opening
›
Lift button
A
on the front of the armrest and lift the storage compartment
cover in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 96.
Closing
›
Fold back the storage compartment lid in the opposite direction to that of
the arrow » Fig. 96 until it clicks.
Rear seat backrest with long cargo channel
Fig. 97
Rear seats: Cover handle/boot: Unlock button
Read and observe on page 89 first.
After folding the rear armrest and cover up, an opening in the seat backrest
becomes visible through which the removable through-loading bag with skis
can be pushed. The armrest and cover can be folded forward from the passen-
ger compartment or the boot.
Opening from the passenger compartment
›
Fold down the rear armrest » Fig. 76 on page 87 .
›
Pull the handle
A
pull up to the stop in the direction of the arrow and fold
the cover down » Fig. 97.
Opening from the boot
›
Push the unlock button
B
» Fig. 97 in the direction of the arrow and fold the
cover including the armrest forwards.
Closing
›
Fold the cover and rear armrest upwards to the stop - the cover must click
into place.
Ensure that the armrest is always locked into place after closing. This is appa- rent as the red field above the unlocking button
B
» Fig. 97 is not visible from
the boot.
WARNINGThe through-loading channel is only intended for transporting skis that are
placed in a properly secured, removable through-loading bag » page 97.96Operation

Removable ski bagFig. 98
Securing the through-loading
bag
Read and observe on page 89 first.
The removable through-loading bag (hereinafter referred to only as a through- loading bag) is used exclusively for transporting skis.
Loading
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest down-
wards » page 96 , Rear seat backrest with long cargo channel .
›
Place the empty, through-loading bag in such a way that the end of the bag
with the zip is in the boot.
›
Push the skis into the through-loading bag from the boot » .
›
Close the through-loading bag.
Securing
›
Tighten the strap
A
on the free end around the skis in front of the bind-
ings » Fig. 98 .
›
Fold the seat backrest a little forward.
›
Guide the securing strap
B
through the opening in the seat backrest around
the upper part of the seat backrest.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the unlock-
ing button clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Insert the securing strap
B
into the lock
C
until it clicks into 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
through-loading bag in place, it is not longer possible to unroll the net parti-
tion.
WARNING■ After placing skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the bag
with the securing strap B » Fig. 98 .■
The strap
A
must hold the skis tight.
■
Make sure that the strap
A
holds the skis in front of the binding (also re-
fer to imprint on the through-loading bag).
■
The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed 24
kg.
Note
■ The through-loading bag is foreseen for four pairs of skis.■Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips
facing to the rear. into the through-loading bag.■
If there are several pairs of skis in the through-loading bag, ensure that the
bindings are positioned at the same height.
■
The through-loading bag must never be folded together or stowed when
moist.
Luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class N1 vehicles
98
Fastening elements
99
Fixing nets
99
Folding hook
99
Floor covering
100
Luggage net
100
Luggage compartment cover
100
Roll up boot cover (Superb Combi)
101
Automatic Retractable cargo cover (Superb Combi)
101
Side pockets in luggage compartment
101
Side compartment in boot with battery
102
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)
102
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible. 
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›Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.›Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the
nets » page 99 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
weighing 4.5 kg produces energy corresponding to 20 times its own weight.
This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The light switches on/off when the luggage compartment lid is opened or
closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.
Boot light for Superb Combi vehicles » page 103.WARNING■
Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in
case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – there is
a risk of death.
■
Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling proper-
ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of
accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of
braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving
around, always use suitable lashing straps that are firmly attached to the
lashing eyes.
■
The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of in-
jury!
WARNING (Continued)■ When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 11.■
If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that
the seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid open or unlatched, other-
wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poison-
ing!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
■ It is important to ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heat-
er, the threads of the integrated antenna in the rear window as well as the
threads of the integrated antenna (Superb Combi) in the rear side windows,
are not damaged by abrasive items.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 198.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 98 first.
On class N1 vehicles, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set
which complies with the standard EN 12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening
the load.
The proper functioning of the electrical system is essential for the safe opera-
tion of the vehicle. It is important to ensure that it is not damaged during mod-
ifications or when loading or unloading the luggage compartment.
98Operation

Fastening elementsFig. 99
Lashing eyes and fastening elements: Superb / Superb Combi
Read and observe
and on page 98 first.
The following fastening elements are found in the luggage compart-
ment » Fig. 99 .
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements for fastening fixing nets.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes is 3.5 kN (350 kg).
Fixing nets
Fig. 100
Fastening examples for nets
ABRead and observe and on page 98 first.
Examples for attaching the fixing nets » Fig. 100.
Vertical pocket
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy ob-
jects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.■Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.
Folding hook
Fig. 101
Folding hooks: Superb / Superb Combi
Read and observe
and on page 98 first.
Folding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are pro-
vided on both sides of the boot.
Folding forward
›
Superb: Press on the lower portion of the hook
A
and fold down direction of
the arrow
1
» Fig. 101 .
›
Superb Combi: Take hold of hook
B
in the area of the arrow and fold down in
the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 101 .
CAUTION
The maximum permissible hook load is 7.5 kg.ABC99Seats and practical features

›Insert the cover for the rechargeable batteries and press it down until it
clicks into place.
CAUTION
■ We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
service partner. If the lamp is not correctly opened, it can be damaged.■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the rechargeable batter-
ies.
■
The replacement rechargeable batteries must have the same specification as
the original rechargeable batteries. If other types of rechargeable batteries are
used, the power output can be reduced or it can lead to a malfunction of the
lamp.
For the sake of the environment
Dispose of used rechargeable batteries in accordance with national legal provi- sions.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment (Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Dividing the luggage compartment
104
Remove variable loading floor
104
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.
Note
The room under the variable loading floor can be used to stow objects.Dividing the luggage compartmentFig. 111
Dividing the boot with variable
loading floor
Read and observe on page 104 first.
›
Lift up the part with the mounting and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
marked with the arrows » Fig. 111.
Remove variable loading floor
Fig. 112
Boot: Remove variable loading floor/remove carrier rails
Read and observe
on page 104 first.
›
Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the safety eyes
A
» Fig. 112 to
the left by around 90°.
›
Fold up and remove the loading floor by moving it in the direction of the ar-
row.
›
Unlock the carrier rails
B
by turning the arbour-mounted fixing eyes
C
to
the right by approx. 90°. 
104Operation

WARNINGEnsure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when installing the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a
risk of injury for the occupants.
Extending variable loading floor with integrated aluminium rails
and fastening elements (Superb Combi)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Partial extension of variable load floor
105
Divide boot
105
Fit and remove variable loading floor
106
Fixing set
106
Movable lashing eyes
107
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.
Note
The space below the variable loading floor can be used for stowing objects, for
example the fastening elements, removed foldable boot cover, etc.
Partial extension of variable load floor
Fig. 113
Luggage compartment: partially pulling out the variable loading
floor
Read and observe on page 105 first.
The variable loading floor can be partially pulled out over the rear bumper.
›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle and lift gently in the
direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 113 .
›
Extend the variable load floor over the bumper in the direction of the arrow
2
until it engages in the opening
C
.
The variable loading floor which is pulled out in such a way is solely used as a
seat, for example for changing shoes.
›
To push in the rear section of the variable loading floor, grasp by the handle
and lift slightly in the direction of the arrow
1
.
›
Push the variable loading floor against the arrow
2
to the stop.
When pulling out the variable loading floor, the front edge (close to the rear
seats) is lifted at the same time. Thus, small objects can no longer fall into the
space between the boot floor and the variable loading floor.
CAUTION
Ensure that the raised front edge of the variable loading floor is not damaged.
Divide boot
Fig. 114
Dividing the boot
Read and observe on page 105 first.
The boot can be divided with the variable loading floor.
›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle and lift in the direc-
tion of the arrow
1
» Fig. 113 on page 105 .
›
Insert the trailing edge in one of the openings
A
» Fig. 114 .
The variable loading floor is secured in the openings
A
against movement. 
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