Škoda Superb 2018 Owner's Manual

OWNER´S MANUAL
Vehicle and Infotainment ŠKODA SUPERB
Documentation of vehicle delivery
Date vehicle handover
ŠKODA Partner
I confirm that I have taken delivery of the vehicle in good condition, have received information on how to operate it correctly, and have had the terms of the warranty explained to me.
Limitations of the ŠKODA extended warranty
Years: or km/mile-
Miles:
a)
Due to the requirements of generally binding country-specific regulations, the date of first registration can be specified instead of the date the vehicle hand­over.
b)
Depending on which comes first.
Has the vehicle an extended warranty? Yes
Stamp and signature of the vendor
or
a)
Signature of the customer
age:
No
b)
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3V0012720AJ

1. Vehicle owner

This vehicle with the official registration
number (To be filled in by the vendor)
belongs to:
Title, Name / Company:
Address:
Telephone:
ŠKODA partner
Service consultant:
Telephone:
2. Vehicle owner
This vehicle with the official registration
number
belongs to:
Title, Name / Company:
Address:
Telephone:
ŠKODA partner
Service consultant:
Telephone:
3V0012720AJ
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Useful links

Before starting off
Adjusting the seat » page 83 Adjusting the steering wheel » page 21 Exterior mirrors » page 82 Headlights/lights » page 70 Windscreen wipers and washers » page 80 Heating and ventilation » page 117 Heated windscreen » page 77
Instrument cluster
Warning lights » page 39 Display operation » page 51 Set the time » page 49
Unlocking and opening
Keyless unlocking (KESSY) » page 59 Luggage compartment lid » page 63 Power windows » page 66 Bonnet » page 270
Connectivity
Online Services – ŠKODA Connect » page 13 SmartLink+ » page 175 Connecting Infotainment to the Internet » page 172 Hotspot (WLAN) » page 173 Making telephone calls » page 161 Configuration wizard » page 132
Driving
Automatic gearbox » page 212 Braking and stabilizing systems » page 217 START-STOP system » page 206
Adaptive cruise control » page 236 Lane Assist » page 247
Parking
Electric parking brake » page 208 Parking the vehicle » page 210 Parking aid » page 219 Reversing camera » page 226
Care and maintenance
Service intervals » page 54 Tyre pressure » page 277 Washing the vehicle » page 261 Folding the windscreen wiper arms securely » page 294
Inspecting and replenishing
Refuelling » page 265
®
AdBlue Engine oil » page 271 Windscreen washer fluid » page 271
Emergencies
Emergency call » page 16 Vehicle tool kit » page 282 Lamp replacement » page 300 Replacing fuses » page 296 Changing a wheel » page 283 Jump-starting » page 288 Towing the vehicle » page 289
Interesting tips
Electronic version of the Owner's Manual » page 10 Tutorial videos » page 11 Digital instrument panel » page 37
» page 267

Table of Contents

Liability for defects and ŠKODA Warranty for new cars 6
Accident data recorder (Event Data Recorder) 8
Radio equipment - Information on Directive 2014/53/EU 9
About the Owner's Manual
Introductory information 10
General 10 Printed Owner's Manual 10 Electronic version of the Owner's Manual Tutorial videos Application MyŠKODA App Notes
Online Services
ŠKODA Connect
Service package“ŠKODA Connect” “ŠKODA Connect” website User and vehicle registration, activation of
online services 13 Managing online services 15 Emergency call “Care Connect” Services 17 “Infotainment Online” services
Safety
Passive Safety 19
General information Correct and safe seating position 19
10
12
13 13 13
16
18
19
Seat belts 22
Using seat belts 22 Inertia reel and belt tensioners 24
Airbag system 25
Description of the airbag system 25 Airbag deactivation 27
Transporting children safely
Child seat 29 Fastening systems 32
Using the system
Cockpit 35
Overview
Instruments and warning lights
11
Instrument cluster
11
Digital instrument cluster 37 Warning lights
Information system
Driver information system Operation of the information system Driving data (Multifunction display) 51 Menus in the display of the instrument
cluster Service intervals 54 Personalization
Unlocking and opening 57
Unlocking and locking 57 Anti-theft alarm system Manually operated tailgate 63 Electric boot lid Window operation 66 Panoramic tilting / sliding sunroof 68
Lights and visibility 70
Light 70 Headlight Assist (Light Assist / Dynamic Light
Assist) 74 Interior lighting 75 Visibility 77 Windscreen wipers and washers 79
29
Rear view mirror
Seats and head restraints 83
Front seats 83 Rear seats 87 Headrests 88 Seat heating and ventilation
34
Heated steering wheel
36
Practical features 92
36
Passenger compartment features Electrical sockets
39
Ashtray and cigarette lighter Tablet holder
48 48
Transport of cargo 105
51
Luggage compartment Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
53
Net partition Transportation on the roof rack 116
55
Heating and ventilation 117
Heating, manual air conditioning system, Climatronic 117
62
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
64
Infotainment
Introductory information
Important information 125 Infotainment Overview
81
89
91
92 100 102 103
105
113 115
122
125
125
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Infotainment operation 128
Infotainment operation 128 Voice control 133 Updating the Infotainment software 135
Infotainment settings - Columbus, Amundsen, Bolero 136
Infotainment system settings
136 Menu Settings Radio 139 Media menu settings 140 Image menu settings 140 Video DVD menu settings 140 Settings 140 SmartLink+ menu settings Navigation menu settings
141
142
Infotainment settings - Swing 144
Infotainment system settings Radio menu settings Media menu settings Import contactsTelephone menu settings
144
145
146
146 SmartLink+ menu settings 146
Radio
service
Media
service
147
147
150
150 Audio sources 152
Images 156
Image viewer
156
Video DVD 158
video player
158
Media Command 159
Operation 159
Telephone 161
Introductory information 161 Pairing and connecting 163 Use the SIM card in the external module 166 Telephone functions 167 Text messages (SMS) 170
Data connection
172 Internet connection 172 Connecting via the CarStick device 172 Establishing a connection using a SIM card in
the external module 173 Establishing a connection using the Bluetooth
®
rSAP profile
Connecting via WLAN
173
173
SmartLink 175
Introductory information Android Auto Apple CarPlay MirrorLink
®
175
176
177
178 Application“ŠKODA OneApp” 179
Navigation
Introductory information Search for destination and enter Saved destinations
180 180 183
186 Import your own goals 188 Map 190 Route guidance
193 Route 196 Waypoint mode
198 Traffic reports 200
vehicle systems 202
CAR - Vehicle settings
202
Driving
Starting-off and Driving 204
Starting and stopping the engine 204 START-STOPsystem 206 Brakes and Parking 208 Manual gear changing and pedals 211 Automatic transmission Running in the engine and economical
driving 214 Avoiding damage to your vehicle 215
Assist systems 216
General information Braking and stabilisation systems Parking aid (ParkPilot) Rear traffic alert and wizard for “Blind
spot”Monitoring Rear View Camera Park Assist Cruise Control System Speed limiter 235 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Front Assist Select the driving mode (Driving Mode
Selection) 244 Proactive occupant protection (Crew Protect
Assist) 246 Spurhalteassistent (Lane Assist) Traffic jam assistant 249 Assistant for emergencies Traffic sign recognition 250 Fatigue detection system 252 Tyre pressure monitoring
Towing device and trailer 254
Hitch Using hitch 255
211
216 217 219
223 226 229 234
236 242
247
249
252
254
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General Maintenance
Care and maintenance 259
Service work, adjustments and technical alterations 259
Cleaning and care 260
Inspecting and replenishing 265
Fuel AdBlue® and its refilling 267 Engine compartment 269 Engine oil 271 Coolant 272 Brake fluid Vehicle battery
Wheels
Wheels and tyres 276 Operating in winter conditions
265
273 274
276
279
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
Emergency equipment Changing a wheel 283 Puncture repair kit Jump-starting Towing the vehicle 289 Remote control and removable light -
changing the battery Emergency unlocking / unlocking of doors 293 Replacing windscreen wiper blades
Fuses and light bulbs 296
Fuses Bulbs 300
281 281
286 288
291
294
296
Technical data
Technical data 304
Basic vehicle data 304 Vehicle-specific details per engine type 309
Index
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Liability for defects and ŠKODA Warranty for new cars

Materials defect liability
Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in ac­cordance with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.
ŠKODA warranty for new cars
As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. grants you the ŠKODA warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),” according to the conditions described below.
As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO will ensure the following serv­ices.
Free repair of faulty components or vehicle defects that occur within two years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.
Free repair of paintwork defects on your vehicle that occur within three years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.
Free repair of rust perforation to the bodywork of your vehicle that occurs within twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only rust perforation of body panels from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of rust perforation on bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.
The start of warranty is the date on which the first buyer purchases the new cars from the ŠKODA Partner1). The ŠKODA Partner must insert this date into the manufacturer's systems accordingly for your car identified by the Vehicle Identification Number.
Vehicle repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by re­pairing it. Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.
There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particu­lar, there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a cour­tesy vehicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.
The ŠKODA warranty is valid at any ŠKODA service partner.
One of the conditions for service from the ŠKODA warranty is that all service work has been carried out in a timely and adequate manner and in accordance with ŠKODA AUTO provisions. It must be proven that service work has been carried out properly and in accordance with the ŠKODA AUTO provisions when raising a claim from the ŠKODA warranty. In the event of a missed serv­ice or failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA AUTO provisions, you may still be entitled to warranty claims as long as you can prove that the missed service or the failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA AUTO provisions was not the cause of the defect.
ŠKODA warranty excludes parts that are subject to natural wear such as tyres, spark plugs, wiper blades, brake pads and brake discs, clutch, bulbs, synchron­iser rings, batteries etc. The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or conversions provided by third-parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The same applies to accessories that are not factory installed and/or delivered.
In addition, this warranty does not apply if the defect was caused by one of the following:
Unauthorized use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or over­loading), improper care and maintenance or unapproved modification to your vehicle.
Non-compliance with provisions in the Owner's Manual or other factory-sup­plied instructions.
External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.).
Parts fitted or connected on or in the vehicle whose use has not been ap­proved by ŠKODA AUTO, or modification of the vehicle in a manner not ap­proved by ŠKODA AUTO (e.g. tuning).
Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist ga-
rage or was not rectified properly. It is the customer's responsibility to prove that it was not the cause. This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from
materials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims from product liability laws.
1)
Due to the requirements of generally binding country-specific regulations, the date of first registration can be specified instead of the date the vehicle handover.
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Liability for defects and ŠKODA Warranty for new cars
Mobility warranty
The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your ve­hicle.
As part of the mobility warranty, if your car breaks down as a result of an unex­pected fault when you are on the move, you can access services to ensure your continued mobility. These services include the following: Breakdown service at the breakdown location and towing to the ŠKODA Service Partner, technical assistance by phone or on-site operation.
If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner may provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation (bus, train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.
More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobili­ty warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They will also provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility war­ranty with respect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility war­ranty coverage available for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA Service Partner about the possibility of a subsequent agreement.
Optional ŠKODA extended warranty
If you opted for a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car, the two-year ŠKODA warranty with regards to all free warranty repairs is ex­tended by the period you chose or until the chosen mileage limit has been reached, whichever occurs first.
The previously mentioned paint warranty and the warranty against rust perfo­ration are unaffected by the ŠKODA extended warranty.
The ŠKODA extended warranty does not apply to external and internal foils. The information on the detailed conditions of the ŠKODA extended warranty is
provided by your ŠKODA partner.
Note
The ŠKODA extended warranty is only available in some countries.
Liability for defects and ŠKODA Warranty for new cars
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Accident data recorder (Event Data Recorder)

The vehicle is equipped with a device that serves as an accident data recorder (referred to solely as “EDR” from this point). The main purpose of the EDR is data recording during a traffic accident or other exceptional traffic conditions (referred to solely as “accident” from this point), where the restraint systems are activated.
The EDR records the accident in a short time (approximately 10 s), by showing the following information, for example:
The function of certain vehicle systems,
The driver and passenger seat belt status,
The actuation of the brake and accelerator pedal,
The speed of the vehicle at the time of the accident.
The recorded data helps with the analysis of how the vehicle systems were be­having shortly before, during and shortly after the accident, thereby ensuring better information regarding the circumstances under which the accident oc­curred, which lead to material damage and possibly to personal injury.
The data relating to assist systems in the vehicle is then also recorded. In addi­tion to the information on whether the affected systems were switched on or off at the relevant time, whether these were only partially available or were in­active, there is also the possibility of tracking whether these vehicle functions controlled, accelerated or braked the vehicle during the accident. Depending on the vehicle equipment, these functions may include, for example:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Lane Assist
Park Assist
Parking aid
Emergency brake function (Front Assist)
EDR data is only recorded if an accident causes the restraint systems to be ac­tivated. Under normal driving conditions there is no data recording and there is no audio or video recording of the vehicle interior or the vehicle environment. Personal data such as name, gender, age or place where the accident occurred is also not stored in the EDR. However, third parties such as law enforcement authorities may use certain resources to connect EDR content to other data sources, and therefore deduce the identification of some of the people in­volved in the accident when investigating the causes of the accident.
Reading out the EDR requires special equipment with specific access authori­zation and a legally prescribed diagnostic connection in the vehicle “on-board diagnostics”), and the ignition will need to be switched on.
ŠKODA AUTO will not read or otherwise process any accident data from the EDRwithout the approval of the vehicle owner or other person authorised for use of the vehicle. Exceptions are specified in the contractual arrangements, or these are subject to generally binding regulations.
Due to the legal requirements, ŠKODA AUTO is required to monitor the quality and safety of its products, meaning that it is only entitled to use data from the EDR for monitoring the product on the market, for further research and devel­opment, and to improve the quality of the vehicle's safety systems. For the purpose of research and development, ŠKODA AUTO will also make data avail­able to third parties. This is done exclusively in anonymous form, i.e. without any connection to the specific vehicle, the vehicle owner or other authorised user.
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Accident data recorder (Event Data Recorder)

Radio equipment - Information on Directive 2014/53/EU

Fig. 1
ŠKODA websites
Your vehicle has various radio systems. The manufacturers of these radio systems declare that these systems comply
with the requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU. To display Information on Directive 2014/53 / EU and the Declaration of
Conformity proceed as follows.
1. Scan the QR code » Fig. 1 or enter the following address in your web browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/owners-manuals
2. Click on “Choose your manual”.
3. Select the desired model - a menu with the manuals is displayed.
4. Select the construction period as well as the language.
5. Select the Information on Directive 2014/53 / EU file in pdf format.
Radio equipment - Information on Directive 2014/53/EU
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About the Owner's Manual

Introductory information

General

Read this Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.
When using the vehicle, the universally applicable country-specific legal re­quirements (e.g. for transporting children, deactivating the airbag, tyre use, road traffic etc.) must always be observed.
Always pay attention when driving! As the driver, you are fully responsible for road safety.
The Owner's Manual applies to all body variants of the vehicle, all related model versions as well as all equipment levels.
The Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identi­fying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equip­ment. Consequently, this vehicle does not contain all of the equipment com- ponents described in the Owner's Manual.
The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the vehicle. For any questions regarding the scope of equipment, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
The pictures in the Owner's Manual are for illustrative purposes only. The illus­trations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended to provide general information.
ŠKODA AUTO pursues a policy of ongoing product and model development with all vehicles. Changes in terms of supply scope are possible at any time with regard to design, equipment and technology. The information listed in the Owner's Manual corresponds to the information available at the time of going to press.
Therefore legal claims cannot be made based on the technical data, illustra­tions and information contained in the Owner's Manual.
We recommend that the web pages that are referred to in the Owner's Man­ual are displayed using the classic view. If the web pages are displayed using the mobile view, they may not contain all necessary information.

Printed Owner's Manual

The printed Owner's Manual includes the most important information relating to vehicle operation. For complete information, see the electronic version of the Owner's Manual.

Electronic version of the Owner's Manual

Fig. 2
ŠKODA websites
The electronic version of the Owner's Manual includes full information regard­ing vehicle operation.
The electronic version of the Owner's Manual is available on the ŠKODA web­site and in the MyŠKODA App mobile application.
Displaying the electronic version of the Owner's Manual
Scan the QR code » Fig. 2 or enter the following address in your web brows-
er.
http://go.skoda.eu/owners-manuals
Click on “Choose your manual”.
Select the desired model.
Select the construction period as well as the language.
Select the desired Owner's Manual.
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About the Owner's Manual

Tutorial videos

Fig. 3
Tutorial videos
The operation of some vehicle functions can be displayed in the form of video instructions.
Show menu with video instructions
Scan the QR code » Fig. 3 or enter the following address in your web brows-
er.
http://go.skoda.eu/owners-manuals-videos
Note
The video instructions are only available in some language versions.

Application MyŠKODA App

The MyŠKODA App application contains, for example, the electronic version of the Owner's Manual, quick tips regarding how to resolve certain situations in relation to the vehicle or a description of the Simply Clever solutions.
You can use this application to get in touch with a ŠKODA partner and to use its services or to access the breakdown service quickly.
The application can also be used as an RSS reader of favourite websites. After entering the following address into the web browser, the website is
opened with information on the ŠKODA mobile applications. http://go.skoda.eu/service-app
Installing the MyŠKODA App application
Scan the QR code » Fig. 4 .
Fig. 4 The MyŠKODA App application is available for devices with the Android (Google) or iOS (Apple) operating system.
Introductory information
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Notes

Terms used
“Specialist”
“ŠKODA service partners”
“ŠKODA partners”
Text notes
“Press” “Hold”
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the for­ward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Explanation of symbols
Marker to the next operation step
Texts with this symbol draw attention to threats of a serious accident, in- jury or loss of life.
Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible inoperability of some systems.
Texts with this symbol contain additional information.
- Workshop - a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks for ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Service Partner, or an independent workshop.
- A workshop that has been contractually author­ised by ŠKODA AUTO or its distribution partner to perform service work on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- A company that has been authorised by ŠKODA AUTO or its distribution partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- Short press (e.g. a button) within 1 s
- Long press (e.g. a button) for more than 1 s
WARNING
CAUTION
Note
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Online Services

ŠKODA Connect

Service package“ŠKODA Connect”
The “ŠKODA Connect” online services extend the vehicle and Infotainment functions with the “Care Connect” and “Infotainment Online” service pack­ages.
“ŠKODA Connect” online services are not included in the vehicle delivery. Their order is made separately via the website “ŠKODA Connect Portal” » page 13, Website “ŠKODA Connect Portal”. Rights and obligations of the Parties with respect to the provision of these services are governed by a separate agree­ment.
“Care Connect” online services
“Care Connect” services include the following features.
Emergency, information and breakdown call.
Proactive service offering to connect with your ŠKODA service partner.
Remote access to the vehicle using the “ŠKODA Connect” application and the “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website.
For “Care Connect”Services functionality, the vehicle must be within range of a mobile network through which the “Care Connect”Services are provided.
“Infotainment Online” online services
The “Infotainment Online” services extend the Infotainment functions, e.g. with the following functions.
Weather forecast.
Filling station search with information on fuel prices.
Online traffic information.
Online destination search.
The Infotainment must be connected to the Internet for the “Infotainment Online” Services to work» page 172.
Terms of use and availability of services Current “conditions for the use of the user account” incl. “declaration on the protection of personal data” can be found on the “ŠKODA Connect Portal”
website » page 13, Website “ŠKODA Connect Portal”.
The availability of the services is dependent on the type of vehicle and on the type of Infotainment system installed in the vehicle. Some services are availa­ble only in certain countries.
Note
The availability of the services listed always refers to the period of validity of the contract. During this interim period of validity, content changes of these services are possible.
“ŠKODA Connect” website
Starting the ŠKODA Connect website
Fig. 5
The “ŠKODA Connect” website contains information about the online services and their functions, access to the “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website, as well as the option to download the “ŠKODA Connect” application.
The “ŠKODA Connect” website can be opened by scanning the QR code
» Fig. 5 or by entering the following address in your web browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/connectivity

User and vehicle registration, activation of online services

Website “ŠKODA Connect Portal”
Fig. 6 Starting the ŠKODA Connect Portal website
ŠKODA Connect
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The use of the “ŠKODA Connect” online services requires prior user and vehi­cle registration on the “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website as well as activation of online services in the Infotainment system.
The “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website can be opened by scanning the QR code
» Fig. 6 or by entering the following address in your web browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/connect-portal
Information on registering for and activating online services
Instructional video on registration and activation of services
Fig. 7
Fig. 8 Electronic version of the instructions for registration and activa-
tion of services
Instructional video on registration and activation of services
Registration and activation are carried out in accordance with the instruction video.
The instruction video can be opened by scanning the QR code » Fig. 7 or enter­ing the following address into the web browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/connect-video
Electronic version of the instructions for registration and activation of services
Current information on registration and activation of Online Services can be found in the electronic version of the instructions for the Online Services on the “ŠKODA Connect” website.
The electronic version of the instructions can be opened by scanning the QR code » Fig. 8 or by entering the following address in the web browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/connect-manual
Note
For help with registration, activation as well as the Internet connection, please contact a ŠKODA service partner.
Activation in Infotainment
Turn on the ignition and switch on Infotainment.
› ›
› › ›
be available and the Infotainment must be connected to the Internet for acti­vation.
ment.

Tap the
(Online Services)
Enter and confirm the registration PIN code received during user and vehicle registration on the “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website. Wait until the message nutes) Confirm the message.
Note
Availability of a GPS signal and a mobile network is required for activation. In vehicles that only have “Infotainment Online” Services, a GPS signal must
The list of services can be displayed » page 15, Display of service manage-
sensor field and then the function surface  →
Registration
.
Registration complete.
is displayed (can take several mi-
ŠKODA Connect
Deleting/switching the vehicle user
Deleting the user
Turn on the ignition and switch on Infotainment.
› ›

Tap the
(Online Services)
Tap the function surface
sensor field and then the function surface
Registration
.
Delete owner
ŠKODA Connect
Delete
and confirm the delete process.
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Online Services
Changing the user
Turn on the ignition and switch on Infotainment.
› ›
› ›
By deleting the registered vehicle in the user account on the “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website, the user is also deleted in the Infotainment system.

Tap the
(Online Services)
Tap the function surface Enter and confirm the registration PIN code received during registration of the new user and during vehicle registration on the ŠKODA Connect Portal website. If necessary, confirm the change of user by tapping the function surface
Change main users
Note
sensor field and then the function surface
Registration
.
.
New owner
Transfer ownership
.
ŠKODA Connect

Managing online services

Display of service management
In Services Management, it is possible to display information about the online services, the validity of their license, or to switch the services on/off.
Turn on the ignition and switch on Infotainment.
› ›
› ›

Tap the
line services)
To display the designations and the status of the services, select the de­sired service. For detailed information about the service tap the function surface  . To switch the services on/off, tap the function surface with “Checkbox”.
sensor field and then the function surface  →
Services Management
.
ŠKODA Connect (on-
Switch online services on/off in infotainment
Switching
By switching the cle information and personal data, which are essential for the provision of serv­ices, are deactivated.
Tap the
line services)
Private mode

function on/off
Private mode
sensor field and then the function surface
Services Management
function on, the services relating to sending vehi-
Private mode
.
ŠKODA Connect (on-
Switching “Care Connect” services on/off
By switching the “Care Connect” services off, the services relating to sending vehicle information and personal data, which are essential for the provision of services, are deactivated.

Tap the
line services)
Switching “Infotainment Online” services on/off
Tap the
line services)
Note
The emergency call remains fully functional after activation of the function or after deactivation of “Care Connect” services. The functions of the information and breakdown call are limited.
sensor field and then the function surface
Services Management

sensor field and then the function surface
Services Management
Care Connect
Infotainment Online
.
ŠKODA Connect (on-
ŠKODA Connect (on-
.
Private mode
Online services at ŠKODA Switch service partner off/on
Fig. 9
Sticker with the information about the switched off online services
It is possible to have the online services switched off/on exclusively by a ŠKODA service partner.
After turning off the online services, none of the “ŠKODA Connect” online services are functioning.
To inform the vehicle user that the “ŠKODA Connect” online services, including the emergency call are out of order, the service partner applies the the sticker
» Fig. 9 at a visible point in the vehicle (eg at the roof cladding). This Sticker
should not be removed for as long as the online services are off.
ŠKODA Connect
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CAUTION
It should be noted that the emergency, information and panning call is not available after switching off the online services. For this reason, no auto­matic emergency call is made in the event of a serious car accident.
Status Symbols of Online Services
Fig. 10
Status symbols of online serv­ices
In the Infotainment » Fig. 10 status line, information on the status of the Online Services is displayed.
A
The “ŠKODA Connect” online services are available. At the same time the symbol of the connected network type can be displayed.
B
The connection to the “ŠKODA Connect” online services is being estab­lished.
C
Localisation services are restricted or disabled. Detailed information about online services can be displayed » page 15, Display of service management.
D
Localisation services are enabled. Detailed information about online serv­ices can be displayed » page 15, Display of service management.
localisation services
For the complete functionality of some online services, activated localisation services are required.
Localisation services include, for example, information on the last parking posi­tion, area notification or speed notification.
When localisation services are active, one of the following symbols will be dis­played in the status line in the Infotainment screen
D
» Fig. 10.

Emergency call

Fig. 11 Emergency call button
Serious accident
In the event of an accident with an air bag or belt tensioner release, a call to the emergency call centre is automatically started. The emergency call centre simultaneously receives information on the accident, e.g. the location and se­verity of the accident, the number of occupants with fastened seatbelts and the vehicle identification number (VIN).
Minor accident
The option for establishing a connection to the emergency call centre or to the breakdown service appears in the Infotainment screen.
Manual start of a call with the emergency call centre
Press and hold the B » Fig. 11 button.
In the Infotainment screen or on the instrument cluster display, confirm the
connection setup.
The call can be started manually, for example, if you are reporting an accident in which you were not directly involved.
The system status is displayed after the ignition is switched on, by the illumi­nation of warning lamp
Green - the system is functional.
Red - there is a fault in the system.
Not illumiated - the system is switched off » page 15.
Note
The emergency service is functional even without user registration and activa­tion of services.
A
» Fig. 11.
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Online Services
“Care Connect” Services
Proactive service
Fig. 12 Buttons and warning lights of the Care Connect services
The proactive service provides an overview of the technical status of your ve­hicle and on any due service events. It is also possible to establish a connection to the information or breakdown call centre.
Buttons and warning lights of “Care Connect”services » Fig. 12
A
Warning light for system status.
B
Press this button to establish a call to the information number in the event of problems with the online services or for information regarding the products and services of the ŠKODA brand.
C
Press this button to establish a call to the breakdown number in the event of a breakdown.
The system status is displayed after the ignition is switched on, by the illumi­nation of warning lamp
Green - the system is functional.
Red - there is a fault in the system.
Note
The availability of the services listed always refers to the period of validity of the contract. During this interim period of validity, content changes of these services are possible. Current information can be found on the “ŠKODA Connect” website» page 13.
A
» Fig. 12.
Remote access to the vehicle
Fig. 13 ŠKODA Connect application
With the remote access to the vehicle service, you can access some vehicle functions via the “ŠKODA Connect Portal” website or the “ŠKODA Connect” application installed on your mobile device.
After entering the following address into the web browser, the website is opened with information on the ŠKODA mobile applications.
http://go.skoda.eu/service-app
Installing the “ŠKODA Connect” mobile application
Scan the QR code » Fig. 13 .
Remote access to the vehicle includes, for example, the following services.
Driving data.
Vehicle condition.
Last parking position.
Vehicle unlocking and vehicle locking.
Online operation of the auxiliary heater.
Note
The availability of the services listed always refers to the period of validity of the contract. During this interim period of validity, content changes of these services are possible. Current information can be found on the “ŠKODA Connect” website» page 13.
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“Infotainment Online” services
Main menu and overview of services
Applies to Infotainment Columbus, Amundsen.
Fig. 14
Main menu
These services extend the functionality of the Internet-connected Infotain­ment.
To display the main menu » Fig. 14, tap the function surface  .
News from the RSS channels set in the user profile on the “ŠKODA
Connect Portal” website Online search for filling stations with information on fuel prices » page 185
Online search for car parks with information on free parking spaces
» page 185
Weather forecast near the vehicle position, the destination of the route or
in the vicinity of the selected location Online destination search » page 183
Import of the destinations created in the user profile on the “ŠKODA
Connect Portal” website » page 189 Import of the routes created in the user profile on the “ŠKODA Connect
Portal” website » page 197 Online updating of the navigation data (valid for the infotainment Colum-
bus) and import of POI Categories » page 181
Conditions for the use of online services Settings of Online Services » page 138
For more information on the available services, see the “ŠKODA Connect” website» page 13.

sensor field and then tap the
Note
The availability of the services listed always refers to the period of validity of the contract. During this interim period of validity, content changes of these services are possible. Current information can be found on the “ŠKODA Connect” website» page 13.
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Online Services

Safety

Driving safety

Passive Safety

General information

Introduction
This section of the manual includes important information on the subject of passive safety. We have combined everything here which you should be famili­ar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and any­thing similar.
Other important safety information can also be found in the following chap­ters of this Owner´s Manual. The Owner´s Manual should therefore always be in the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay attention to the following points before setting off.
Check the function of the lighting and turn signal systems.
Check the function of the wipers and check the wiper blades for wear. Check the windscreen washer fluid level.
Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.
Check the tyre inflation pressure.
Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
Secure all items of luggage.
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the vehicle.
Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
Ensure that no parts and components are visibly loose in the vehicle.
Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
Protect children by using a suitable child seat » page 29, Transporting chil- dren safely.
Adopt the correct seated position. Instruct your passengers to assume the correct seated position » page 19, Correct and safe seating position.
In the interests of traffic safety, the following information must be observed.
Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by your passengers or mobile telephone calls).
Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al­cohol or drugs).
Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).

Correct and safe seating position

Introduction
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob­served, may cause serious injuries or death.
Do not lean against the dash panel.
Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob­served, may cause serious injuries or death.
Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
Do not sit facing to the side.
Do not lean out of the window.
Do not put your limbs out of the window.
Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.
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WARNING
The adjustable seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened proper­ly to provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.
Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat. Children must be fastened » page 29, Transporting children safely with a suitable restraint system.
The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of injury!
WARNING
By sitting incorrectly, the occupant is risking life-threatening injuries.
Driver’s correct seating position
Fig. 15
Correct seated position for the driver/correct steering wheel
position
Read and observe on page 20 first.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, the following instructions must be observed.
Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs.
For vehicles equipped with driver knee airbags, adjust the driver's seat in a forward/back direction so that there is a gap of at least 6 cm between the legs and the dashboard in the vicinity of the knee airbag » Fig. 15 -
B
.
Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel
can be reached with your arms at a slight angle. Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel
and your chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 15 - A. Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of your head (not for seats with integrated headr­ests) » Fig. 15 - C.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 22, Using seat belts.
WARNING
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a dis­tance of at least 6 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height of the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the out­er edge in the “9 o'clock” and “3 o'clock” position » Fig. 15. Never hold the steering wheel in the “12 o'clock” position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle, inner edge of the steering wheel or similar). Otherwise, in the event of airbag deployment, you could suffer serious injury to the arms, hands and head.
Ensure that no objects are located in the driver's footwell, as they could lodge in the pedal system whilst driving. You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
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Safety
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 16 Adjusting the steering wheel position
Read and observe on page 20 first.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
Swing the safety lever under the steering wheel in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 16.
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. The steering wheel can be
adjusted in direction of arrow 2. Pull the holder in arrow direction 3 until the stop.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when
the vehicle is stationary!
The safety lever must always be locked after adjusting so that the steer-
ing wheel cannot accidentally change position – risk of accident!
Correct seating position of the passenger
Read and observe on page 20 first.
For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the follow­ing instructions must be observed.
Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front pas-
senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of your head » Fig. 15 on page 20 - C (not for seats with integrated headrests).
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 22, Using seat belts.
WARNING
Ensure a distance of at least 25 cm to the dashboard, otherwise the air-
1
bag system will not be able to protect you properly - risk of death!
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – nev­er place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the surface of the seats! You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it be­comes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an air­bag is deployed, you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect seated position!
Correct seating position for the passengers in the rear seats
Read and observe on page 20 first.
For passenger safety on the rear seats and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, the following information must be observed.
Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same level as the upper part of the head » Fig. 15 on page 20 -
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 22, Using seat belts.
C
.
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Seat belts

Using seat belts

Introduction
Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an accident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival in the event of a major accident.
The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy considerably. They also prevent un­controlled movements which, in turn, may well result in severe injuries.
When transporting children, observe the following information» page 29, Transporting children safely.
WARNING
Put the seat belt on before starting any journey! This also applies to other
passengers - there is a danger of injury!
Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seated
» page 19, Correct and safe seating position.
The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear
otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.
WARNING (Continued)
Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jack­et) do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of the seat belts.
Do not attach clamps or similar objects to the belt - the function of the belt retractor could be restricted.
The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably when the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 87.
WARNING
Information on the care and maintenance of safety belts
The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may im­pair the proper operation of the inertia reel » page 264.
The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not at­tempt to repair the seat belts yourself.
Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If parts of the belt system become damaged (e.g. the belt webbing, the belt connections, the inertia reel, the locking part etc.), the respective seat belt must be re­placed by a specialist garage immediately.
Seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident must be re­placed by a specialist garage. Also check the seat belt anchors.
WARNING
Information on dealing with the safety belts
The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twis-
ted, or chafe against any sharp edges.
Make sure you do not catch the seat belt in the door when closing it.
WARNING
Information on the proper use of safety belts
Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt is roughly positioned across the middle of your shoulder - on no ac­count across your neck.
No two persons (also not children) should ever use a single seat belt to­gether.
The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to protect and the risk of injury increases.
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Safety
Correct routing of seat belt
Fig. 17
Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap
belt/Routing of belt webbing for an expectant mother
Fig. 18 Seat belt height adjusters for front seats
Read and observe on page 22 first.
It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the maximum protection.
The shoulder part of the belt must run approximately over the middle of your shoulder (never across your neck) and fit well against your upper body » Fig. 17
- . The lap part of the belt must run lap part of the belt must run in front of the
pelvis (must never run across your stomach) and must always fit snugly
» Fig. 17 - .
In the case of pregnant women, the lap part of the belt must be positioned as low as possible on the pelvis to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower abdo­men » Fig. 17 - .
Seat belt height adjusters for front seats
Push the seat belt guide loop upwards in the direction of arrow» Fig. 18 - .
or: push together the mechanism in the direction of arrows 1 and push the
return pulley downwards in the direction of arrow 2 » Fig. 18 - . Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has
correctly locked in place and that the belt is blocked reliably » page 24, Iner­tia reels.
WARNING
Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed. Seat belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in minor accidents.
A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then suddenly held firm by the belt.
The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. specta­cles, ball-point pens, keys, etc.). Such objects can cause injury.
Fastening and unfastening seat belts
Fastening/unfastening the seat belt
Fig. 19
Read and observe on page 22 first.
Before fastening
Adjust the headrest properly (does not apply to seats with integrated headr-
ests). Adjusting the seat (applies to the front seats).
Adjust the belt height (applies to the front seats).
Fasten
Slowly pull the belt over the chest and pelvis.
Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle for the seat » Fig. 19 - until it
audibly clicks into place. Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.
Release
Hold the lock tongue and press the red button in the belt buckle » Fig. 19 - .
The lock tongue pops out.
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23
Feed the belt back manually so that the seat belt is not twisted and the belt
webbing rolls up completely.
WARNING
The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt tongue will not lock in place properly.

Inertia reel and belt tensioners

Inertia reels
Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel. When pulling slowly on the seat belt, the belt can move freely. When pulling
sharply on the seat belt, the movement is locked by the inertia reel. The belts also lock when full braking, when the car accelerates, when driving downhill and when cornering.
WARNING
If the seat belt does not lock when pulling sharply on it, have the inertia reel inspected immediately by a specialist garage.
Belt tensioners
The safety for the driver, front passenger and passengers on the outer rear seats who are wearing their seat belts, is enhanced by the belt tensioners fit­ted to the inertia reels on the front and rear external seat belts.
If there is a collision with a certain severity the seat belts are tightened by the belt tensioner so that unwanted body motion is prevented.
Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of a roll-over, minor collisions or in accidents in which no major forces are produced.
WARNING
Any work on the belt tensioner system, including the removal and installa­tion of system components because of other repair work, must only be car­ried out by a specialist garage.
If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to replace the entire system.
Note
The belt tensioners can also be deployed if the seat belts are not fastened.
Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed. This is not an in-
dication of a fire in the vehicle.
Reversible belt tensioners
As part of the proactive passenger protection system, reversible seat belts in­crease the safety of the belted up driver and front passenger.
In critical driving situations the seat belt is tensioned tightly over the body and then released again by the reversible belt tensioner.
Further information » page 246, Proactive occupant protection (Crew Protect Assist).
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Safety

Airbag system

Description of the airbag system

Introduction
As a supplement to the seat belts, the airbag system provides additional pas­senger protection in the event of severe frontal and side collisions.
The best possible protective effect of the airbag can only be achieved if the seat belts are applied properly. The airbag is not a substitute for the seat belts.
The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the warning light in the instrument cluster » page 42.
System description
Fig. 20 Installation locations of airbags
The forward movement of the body is cushioned when it makes contact with the fully inflated airbag and the risk of injury to the remaining body parts is thus reduced.
Front airbags - head and upper body. The airbags can be identified by the lettering  featured on the steering wheel and on the dash panel on the passenger side.
Driver's knee airbag - Legs. The airbag features the lettering  on the dashboard on the driver's side.
Side airbags - for the entire upper body (chest, stomach, pelvis) on the side next to the door. The side air bags can be identified by a label with the letter­ing  marked on the front seat backrests. The rear side airbags are provi­ded with the lettering  in between the entrance area and the rear seat backrest.
Head airbags - head and neck. The airbags are provided with the lettering
marked on the B-pillar cladding.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the airbag system consists of the following parts.
Individual airbags.
Warning light  in the instrument cluster» page 42.
Key switch for the front passenger airbag » page 28.
Warning light for the front passenger airbag in the middle of the dash panel
» page 28.
Airbag deployment
Installation locations of airbags » Fig. 20
A
Front airbags
B
Driver’s knee airbag
C
Front side airbags
D
Rear side airbags
E
Head airbags
Fig. 21 Inflated airbags
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The airbag system is only functional when the ignition is switched on.
When triggered, the airbag is filled with gas and unfolds. The inflation of the airbag is carried out in a fraction of a second.
Upon inflation of the airbag, smoke is released. This is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle.
Triggering conditions
It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to the airbag system in every situation. Important here is the hardness of the ob­ject on which the vehicle impacts, the impact angle, the vehicle speed, etc.
Deceleration during impact plays an important role in the deployment of the airbags. If the vehicle deceleration which occurs and is measured remains be­low the prescribed reference values specified in the control unit, the airbags are not deployed although the vehicle may well suffer severe damage to the bodywork as a consequence of the accident.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe frontal collision.
Driver’s front airbag.
Front passenger airbag.
Driver’s knee airbag.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.
Front side airbag.
Rear side airbag.
Head airbag.
When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur.
The hazard warning lights are switched on.
All doors are unlocked.
The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
The interior light comes on (if the automatic operation of the interior light is switched on - switch ).
When there is no air bag deployment?
With minor frontal and side collisions, rear collision, overturning of the vehicle or vehicle roll-over there is no airbag deployment.
Safety instructions
Fig. 22
Safe distance from the steering wheel and the dashboard
WARNING
General information
The seat belts and the airbag system can only offer proper protection
if the driver and passengers are seated properly » page 19.
The airbag develops considerable forces when triggered, which can lead to serious injuries or even death if the correct seating position or seated position is not observed. This applies in particular to children who are trans­ported without using a suitable child safety seat » page 30.
If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a spe­cialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event of an accident.
The airbag system must be replaced if it has been deployed.
In the area of the front airbag and the knee airbag, the surface of the steering wheel and the dashboard should be cleaned using only a dry cloth or one that has been dampened with water.
WARNING
Information about front airbags
It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a minimum distance of 25 cm from the steering wheel or the control panel » Fig. 22 -
A
, If you do not observe this distance, the airbag cannot protect you - risk to life! The front seats and the head restraints must always be correctly ad­justed to match the body size of the occupant.
The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat » page 27, Airbag deactivation. If this is not done, there is a risk of the child suffering severe or even fatal in­juries if the front passenger airbag is deployed.
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WARNING (Continued)
No other persons, animals or objects may be positioned in front of the oc-
cupants on the front seats in the deployment area of the front air bags.
The steering wheel and the surface of the dashboard on the front passen­ger side must not have stickers attached, covered or modified in any other way. No parts (e.g. cup holders, mobile telephone mounts etc.( should be mounted in the vicinity of the airbag installation locations and in the airbag deployment area.
Never place objects on the surface of the dashboard on the front passen­ger side.
WARNING
Information about knee airbags
Adjust the driver's seat in a forward/back direction so that there is a gap of at least 6 cm between the legs and the dashboard in the vicinity of the knee airbag » Fig. 22 - B. If it is not possible to meet this requirement due to your body size, visit a specialist garage.
The surface of the airbag module in the lower part of the dash panel be­low the steering column not have stickers attached, be covered or modi­fied in any other way. Nothing may be attached to the cover of the airbag module or located within the immediate vicinity.
Do not attach any bulky and heavy objects (bunch of keys etc.) to the ig­nition key. These can be ejected by the knee airbag when it is deployed and can cause injuries.
WARNING
Information about for side and head airbags
No objects (e.g. sun visors turned towards the windows) should be loca­ted in the deployment area of the side and head airbags. No accessories (e.g. cup holders etc.) should be fitted to the doors - risk of injury!
Hang only light clothing on clothes hooks in the vehicle. Do not leave any heavy or sharp objects in the pockets of the clothing. Do not use clothes hangers to hang the clothing.
The airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Further informa­tion » page 260.
WARNING (Continued)
No excessive forces, such as knocks, kicks etc., should be exerted on the seat backrests - there is a risk of damage to the side air bags. The side air­bags would not be deployed in such a case!
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passen­ger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the pro­tective function of the side airbag.
Have any damage to the original seat covers or stitching at the installa­tion point of the side airbags repaired immediately by a specialist garage.
WARNING
Information on the use of the airbag system
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the seat) must only be carried out by a specialist garage. Further information
» page 260.
No modifications should be made to parts of the airbag system, to the front bumper or to the body.
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re­sult in the airbag being deployed.

Airbag deactivation

Deactivating airbags
The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated switch
» Fig. 23 on page 28 - .
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA service partner to deactivate any other airbags.
The airbag deactivation is displayed by the warning light » page 42.
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27
Deactivating an airbag should be considered in cases such as the ones below.
A child seat is mounted on the front passenger seat, in which the child is transported with its back to the direction of travel » page 29.
Despite correct adjustment of the driver's seat, the distance of at least 25 cm between the middle of the steering wheel and chest cannot be main­tained.
Additional controls for drivers with a physical disability are installed in the ve­hicle.
Special seats (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side airbags) are installed in the vehicle.
WARNING
If an airbag is deactivated upon the sale of the vehicle, the buyer must be informed of this!
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
Fig. 23 Key-operated switch for the front passenger airbag / warning light for front passenger airbag
Positions of the key switch » Fig. 23 -

The front passenger airbag is deactivated - after the ignition is switched on, the indicator light  » Fig. 23 illuminates
The front passenger airbag is activated - after the ignition is switched on,

the indicator light illuminates for 65 seconds 
Switch off
Switch off the ignition.
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
Fold out the key bit completely» . With a KESSY key, remove the emer-
gency key. Carefully insert the key into the slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch carefully into the position .
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
Close the storage compartment on the front passenger side.
Check that the warning light  illuminates after the ignition is switched
on.
Switching on
Switch off the ignition.
Open the storage compartment on the front passenger side.
Fold out the key bit completely» . With a KESSY key, remove the emer-
gency key. Carefully insert the key into the slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch carefully into the position .
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
Close the storage compartment on the front passenger side.
Check that the warning light   illuminates after the ignition is switched
on.
WARNING
The key cannot be inserted into the key switch while driving. Shocks can cause the key to turn in the slot and trigger the airbag! The airbag can be triggered unexpectedly in an accident - it may result in injury or death!
The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switch­ed off.
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag.
If the warning lights   flash, the front passenger airbag will not be deployed in the event of an accident! Have the airbag system checked by a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!
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