2005 SKODA SUPERB snow chains

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The ESP warning light ⇒page 35 lights up in the instrument cluster when
there is a fault on the ESP.
Switching off
You can switch the ESP off and on again as you wish, by pressing the
button ⇒page 185, fig. 160 . The ESP warning light ⇒ page 35 lights up
in the instrument cluster when the ESP is switched off.
The ESP should normally always be switched on. It may be good practice
to switch the system off only in particular exceptional situations if you
desire wheel slip.
Examples:
•when driving with snow chains,
•when driving in deep snow or on a loose surface,
•when it is necessary to rock a car free when it has become stuck.
then you should switch on the ESP again.
WARNING
It is also not possible for the E SP to overcome the physical limits
of the vehicle. Even if a vehicle fitted with ESP you should still
always adapt your style of driving to the condition of the road
surface and the traffic situation. This particularly applies when
driving on slippery and wet roads. The increased safety offered
must not tempt you to take greater risks than otherwise - risk of an
accident!
Note
•All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres in order to achieve
problem-free operation of the ESP. Differing rolling circumferences of the
tyres can lead to an undesirable reduction in the engine output.
•Changes to vehicle (e.g. on engine, on the brakes, on chassis or other
assignment of tyres and wheels) can influence the function of the ESP
⇒ page 243.
Traction control system (TCS)*
The traction control system prevents the driven wheels
from spinning when accelerating.
General
The TCS makes it much easier, and sometimes at all possible, to start off,
accelerate and climb a steep hill when the conditions of the road surface
are unfavourable.
Operating principle
The TCS switches on automatically when the engine is started and then
conducts a self-test. The system monitors the speeds of the driven wheels
with the aid of the ABS sensors. If the wheels are spinning, the force trans-
Fig. 161 TCS switch
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mitted to the road surface is automatically adapted by reducing the engine
speed. This occurs at all speeds.
The TCS operates in combination with the ABS
⇒page 189, “Antilock
brake system (ABS)”. The TCS will not function if a fault exists in the ABS
system.
The TCS warning light ⇒page 35 lights up in the instrument cluster when
there is a fault on the TCS.
Switching off
You can switch the TCS off and on again as you wish by pressing the
button ⇒page 186, fig. 161 . The TCS warning light ⇒page 35 lights up
in the instrument cluster when the TCS is switched off.
The TCS should normally always be switched on. It may be good practice
to switch the system off only in particular exceptional situations if you
desire wheel slip.
Examples:
•when driving with snow chains,
•when driving in deep snow or on a loose surface,
•when it is necessary to rock a car free when it has become stuck.
then you should switch on the TCS again.
The EDL ⇒page 187, “Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)” is a part of the
TCS. THE EDL operates independently of the TCS (also when the TCS
has been switched off using the TCS button).
WARNING
You should always adjust your style of driving to the conditions of
the road surface and the traffic situation. The increased safety
offered must not tempt you to take greater risks than otherwise -
risk of an accident!
Note
•All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres in order to achieve
problem-free operation of the TCS. Differing rolling circumferences of the
tyres can lead to an undesirable reduction in the engine output.
•Changes to vehicle (e.g. on engine, on the brakes, on chassis or other
assignment of tyres and wheels) can influence the function of the TCS
⇒ page 243, “Accessories, changes and replacement of parts”.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
The electronic differential lock prevents an individual
wheel from slipping.
General
The EDL makes it much easier, and sometimes at all possible, to start off,
accelerate and climb a steep hill when the conditions of the road surface
are unfavourable.
Operating principle
The EDL is activated automatically, that is without any action on the part
of the driver. It monitors the speeds of the driven wheels with the aid of the
ABS sensors. Should only one drive wheel begin spinning on a slippery
surface there will be an appreciable difference in the speed of the driven
wheels. The EDL function brakes the slipping wheel and the differential
transmits a greater driving force to the other driven wheel. This control
process is also accompanied by noises.
Overheating of the brakes
The EDL switches off automatically if unusually severe stresses exist in
order to avoid excessive heat generation in the disc brake on the wheel
which is being braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven and has the
same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL.
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You can also fit so-called “all-weather tyres” instead of winter tyres.
Please contact your specialist garage if there are any points which are not
clear who will be able to provide you with information regarding the
maximum speed fo
r your tyres.
WARNING
You must on no account drive your car at more than the permis-
sible maximum speed for your winter tyres - risk of an accident
resulting from tyre damage and loss of control over your car.
For the sake of the environment
Fit your summer tyres on again in good time since summer tyres offer you
better grip and handling on roads which are free of snow and ice as well
as ar temperatures below 7 °C - the braking distance is shorter, there is
less tyre noise, tyre wear is reduced and fuel consumption is reduced.
Note
Please observe the various differing legal requirements regarding tyres.
Unidirectional tyres*
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of
the tyre . This indicates the direction of rotation of the tyre, and it is essen-
tial that the tyres are fitted on to run in this direction. Only then are the
tyres able to provide the optimal properties in terms of grip, low noise,
wear-and-tear and aquaplaning.
Should it be necessary to fit on a spare wheel in exceptional cases with a
tyre not dedicated to the running direction or in opposite running direction,
please adopt a cautious style of driving as the tyre is no longer able to provide optimal grip and handling in such a situation. This particularly
important on wet roads. Please refer to the notes
⇒page 247, “Spare
wheel”.
You should have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible and
restore the correct direction of rotation on all tyres
Snow chains
Snow chains can be used only for wheel sizes 6J x 16 ET 40 or 6J x 16
ET 37. Your Škoda Dealer can provide you with more detailed information.
Snow chains must only be mounted on the front wheels.
When driving on wintry roads, snow chains improve not only traction, but
also the braking performance.
Only use fine-link snow chains . They must not project more than 15 mm
- including the chain lock.
Remove the full wheel trims if you wish to fit snow chains to the wheels.
Observe the national legal requirements relating to the maximum vehicle
speed with snow chains.
WARNING
Please pay attention to the information in the supplied fitting
instructions of the snow chain manufacturer.
Caution
You must take the chains off as soon as you drive on roads which are free
of snow. They adversely affect the handling of your vehicle, damage the
tyres and are rapidly destroyed.
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Note
We recommend that you use snow chains from the Škoda genuine
accessories.
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Index275
Operation in winter
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
De-icing windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
The battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Overview of the engine compartment . . . . . 220
P
Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Paint damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Parking light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Parking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Passive Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Petrol engines Starting engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 101
Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Power windows Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Operational problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Switch on the driver's door . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Switches in front passenger door and in rear doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
R
Raise vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rear fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Rear window
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Interior rear-view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Recirculated air mode Heating and ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Emergency release of fuel filler flap . . . . 217
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Synchronisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Replacing fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Replacing windscreen wiper blades . . . . . . . 68
Roof aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Running in the car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
S
Safe distance to steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . 121
Safe securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Safety instructions Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Safety wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Saving electrical energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Seat belt
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Seat belt height adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
fasten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
taking off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Seat heaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Selector lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Selector lever positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Setting temperature The air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . 110
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Shifting of gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Ski bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
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