Skoda SUPERB User manual

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ŠKODA Superb
Owner's Manual

Layout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to
search for and obtain 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 chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular
moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub-
ject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the informa-
tion you are looking for.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of
travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
All values are expressed in metric units.
Explanation of symbols
Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety
advice in a chapter.
Denotes the end of a section.
Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.
Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-
ble.
® Denotes a registered trademark.
Denotes the display in the information display.
Denotes the display in the segment display.
Notes
WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These
WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.
CAUTION
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.
For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consump-
tion.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation
of your vehicle.

Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's
Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use
of the vehicle.
If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer) 

On-board literature
The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “owner's manual” as well
as a “service schedule” and the “Help on the road” brochure.
Depending on the vehicle model and equipment, other additional operating man-
uals and instructions may be provided (e.g. an operating manual for the radio).
If one of the documents listed above is missing, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work
for your vehicle.
›“Specialist” garage - a company that carries out specialist service tasks for
ŠKODA vehicles
›“ŠKODA service partner” - a company that is contractually authorized by ŠKODA
AUTO a.s. to carry out service tasks for ŠKODA vehicles
›“ŠKODA Partners” - a company that is authorized by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. to sell
ŠKODA products or carry out service work, or to carry out these tasks in parallel
The owner's manual
This owner's manual describes all possible equipment variants without identify-
ing them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.
Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment compo-
nents described in this owner's manual.
The level of equipment of your vehicle refers to your purchase contract of the ve-
hicle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner from whom you
bought the vehicle.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only inten-
ded for general information.
The service schedule:
›Contains vehicle data including information on service work carried out;
›Is intended as proof of services carried out;
›Is intended for records relating to the mobility warranty (only valid for some
countries);
›Serves as a warranty certificate from the ŠKODA Partner where your vehicle
was purchased.
Therefore please always present the service schedule when you take your vehicle
to a specialist garage.
If the service schedule is missing or in poor condition, please contact the special-
ist garage that regularly services your vehicle. You will need to request a dupli-
cate, in which the specialist garage will confirm the service work previously car-
ried out.
The Help on the road brochure
The Help on the road brochure contains the most important emergency tele-
phone numbers as well as telephone numbers and contact addresses of ŠKODA
Partners in the various different countries.

Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit 7
Overview 6
Instruments and Indicator Lights 8
Instrument cluster 8
Warning lights 13
Information system 22
Driver information system 22
Driving data (multifunction display) 22
MAXI DOT (information display) 26
Unlocking and opening 29
Unlocking and locking 29
KESSY 34
Anti-theft alarm system 35
Tailgate 36
Electric tailgate (Superb Combi) 38
Electric power windows 41
Electric sliding/tilting roof 44
Panoramic sunroof (Superb Combi) 45
Lights and visibility 48
Lights 48
Interior lights 54
Boot light (Combi) 56
Visibility 58
Windscreen wipers and washers 59
Rear mirror 62
Seats and useful equipment 65
Adjusting the seats 65
Seat features 69
Practical features 73
Boot 82
Variable loading floor in the boot 88
Extending variable load floor with integrated
aluminium strips and fasteners (Superb Combi) 89
Net partition (Superb Combi) 92
Roof rack system 93
The air conditioning system 95
Heating, ventilation and cooling 95
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning
system) 97
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system) 100
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation) 103
Communication and multimedia 106
General information 106
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II 109
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl 112
Wi-Fi 116
Voice control 120
Multimedia 124
Driving
Starting-off and Driving 128
Steering 128
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key 129
Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY 131
Braking 134
Manual gear changing and pedals 136
Automatic transmission 136
Running in 140
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability 140
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 144
Driving abroad 145
Assist systems 147
Brake assist systems 147
Parking aid 149
Park assist 151
Cruise control system 155
START-STOP 156
Fatigue detection (break recommendation) 158
Towing a trailer 160
Towing device 160
Trailer 163
Safety
Passive Safety 167
General information 167
Correct seated position 168
Seat belts 171
Using seat belts 171
Inertia reels and belt tensioners 174
Airbag system 176
Description of the airbag system 176
Airbag overview 177
Deactivating airbags 181
Transporting children safely 184
Child seat 184
Fastening systems 186
General Maintenance
Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle 189
Washing your vehicle 189
Taking care of your vehicle exterior 190
Taking care of the interior 194
Modifications, repairs and technical alterations 196
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Inspecting and replenishing 199
Fuel 199
Engine compartment 201
Engine oil 204
Coolant 207
Brake fluid 208
Vehicle battery 209
Wheels 214
Tyres and wheel rims 214
Winter operation 220
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help 221
Emergency equipment 221
Changing a wheel 222
Tyre repair 226
Jump-starting 228
Towing the vehicle 230
Radio remote control 232
Emergency unlocking/locking 233
Emergency operation of the sliding/tilting roof 235
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 236
Fuses and light bulbs 237
Fuses 237
Bulbs 241
Technical data
Technical data 245
Vehicle data 245
Index
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Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition
rpm Engine revolutions per minute
ABS Anti-lock brake system
AF Multi-purpose vehicles
AHL Adaptive headlights
AG Automatic gearbox
APN Access Point Name - the name of an access point for the WiFi
network
TCS Traction control
CO2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
meter
DPF Diesel particle filter
DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox
DSR Active driver-steering recommendation
EDL Electronic differential lock
EPC EPC fault light
ESC Electronic Stability Control
FSI Stratified petrol direct injection
GSM Groupe Spécial Mobile - a digital network of mobile devices for
the transmission of voice and data
HFP Hands-free profile - connection of a mobile device by means of
its Bluetooth® profile
kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine output
MG Manual gearbox
MFD Multifunction display
N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goods
Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque
PIN Personal Identification Number - personal identification num-
ber for the connection of electronic devices using Bluetooth®
or WiFi
Abbreviation Definition
rSAP Remote SIM Access Profile - remote transmission of SIM data
SSP simple security pairing - connection of two devices using Blue-
tooth® profile
TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection
system
TDI PD Diesel engine with injection system and unit injector injection
system
TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunication System - the next evolu-
tion of the GSM network (3G)
WLAN Wireless Local Area Network - wireless connection of elec-
tronic devices for data transfer (WiFi) 
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Abbreviations

Fig. 1 Cockpit
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Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Electric windows 41
Door opening lever on the driver's side 34
Central locking system 33
Air outlet vent on the driver's side 96
Operating lever:
›Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 50
›Speed regulating system 155
Steering wheel:
›With horn
›With driver’s front airbag 178
›with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone 107, 124
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights 8
Operating lever:
›Information system 22
›Windscreen wiper and wash system 59
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel 96
Regulator for front left seat heating 69
Button for hazard warning light system 53
Regulator for front right seat heating 69
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Radio
›Navigation system
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 79
Front passenger airbag 178
Air outlet vent on the front passenger side 96
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 182
Door opening lever on the front passenger side 34
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 64
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Light switch 48
Bonnet release lever 203
Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head-
light beam range adjustment 49, 49
Storage compartment on the driver's side 74
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 129
Driver’s knee airbag 179
Ignition lock 130
Pedals 136
Handbrake 135
Bars with buttons depending on the equipment fitted:
› START STOP 156
› Tyre control display 19
› Traction control TCS 148
› Electronic Stability Control ESC 147
› Park Assist 151
› Parking aid 149
› Tailgate operation (Superb Combi) 39
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 136
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 136
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Ashtrays 76
›Storage compartment 74
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 182
Depending on equipment fitted:
›Operating controls for the air conditioning system 97
›Operating controls for Climatronic 100
Note
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on
right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models. 
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Cockpit

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview 8
Engine revolutions counter 9
Speedometer 9
Coolant temperature display 9
Display 10
Fuel gauge 10
Counter for distance driven 10
Service Interval Display 11
Digital clock 12
Display in rear centre console 12
Auto Check Control 12
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in the
display. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist garage.
WARNING
■Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.
■Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary! 
Overview
Fig. 2 Instrument cluster
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 9
Speedometer with warning lights » page 9
Button for display mode:
›Setting the hours/minutes
›Activating/deactivating the second speed in mph or km/h
›Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remaining
until the next service
Coolant temperature gauge » page 9
Display:
›With counter for distance driven » page 10
›With service interval display » page 11
›With digital clock » page 12
›With multifunction display » page 22
›With information system » page 22
Fuel gauge » page 10
Button for:
›Reset trip counter for the distance driven
›Set hours/minutes
›Activate/deactivate display mode 
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8Using the system