2007 SKODA SUPERB cooling

Contents
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Driving Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic stability programme (ESP)* . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antilock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel particle filter* (diesel engine) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving and the Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The first 1 500 kilometres and then afterwards . .
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving in an economical and environmentally
conscious manner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Motoring abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Avoiding damage to your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To w i n g a t r a i l e r. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable towing device* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taking care of your ve hicle and cleaning the
vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the exterior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the interior of vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting and Replenishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield washer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels and Tyres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories, changes and replacement of partsAccessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Breakdown assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Breakdown assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First-aid box* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tow-starting and towing vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses and light bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Te c h n i c a l D a t a. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel consumption according to the regulations
(99/100/EU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./85 kW - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.8 ltr./110 kW - EU 4/EU 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.8 ltr./142 kW - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8 ltr./140 kW - EU 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1,9 l/77 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1,9 l/85 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1,9 l/96 kW TDI PD - EU 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0 ltr./103 kW TDI DPF - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5 ltr./120 kW TDI PD - EU 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
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Engine revolutions counter
The start of the red zone in the revolutions counter ⇒page 11, fig. 2 indicates
the maximum permissible engine speed for all gears for an engine which has been
run in and operating at a normal temperatur e. You should shift into the next higher
gear before this red zone is reached, or move the selector lever into position D if
your car is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
One should shift to the next lower gear at the latest when the engine is no longer
running “smoothly”.
Avoid high engine speeds du ring the running-in period ⇒page 162.
Caution
The needle of the revolutions counter must on no account move into the red zone
of the scale - risk of engine damage!
For the sake of the environment
Shifting up early helps you save fuel and reduce the operating noise of your
vehicle.
Coolant temperature gauge
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ page 11, fig. 2 operates only when the igni-
tion is switched on.
In order to avoid any damage to the engine , please pay attention to the following
notes regarding the temperature ranges:
Cold range
If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full
throttle and at severe engine loads. The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves
into the mid-range of the scale. The pointe
r may also move further to the right at
high engine loads and high outside temper atures. This is not critical provided the
warning symbol
 in the instrument cluster does not flash.
If the symbol
 in the instrument cluster flashes it means that either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low. Please refer to the guide-
lines ⇒page 26, “Coolant temperature, Coolant quantity ”.
WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes ⇒page 185, “Working in the engine
compartment” before opening the bonnet and inspecting the coolant level.
Caution
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine over-
heating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads!
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge ⇒page 11, fig. 2 only operates when the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of ab out 62 litres. The warning symbol
 in the instru-
ment cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve marking. There are now
about 8 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This symbol is a reminder for you, that
you must refuel .
The following will be displayed in the information display*: PLEASE REFUEL
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
A1
A2
A3
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Glow plug system  (diesel engine)
The indicator light  lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition
(pre-heat position) 2 ⇒ page 100. Start the engine just as soon as the indicator light
goes out.
The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 second if the engine is at a
normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5°C. This
means that you can start the engine right away.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light
 does not come on
at all or lights up continuously. Contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to
obtain assistance.
There is a system fault in the engine control system if the warning light
 has
started to flash while driving. The engi ne management system selects an emer-
gency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by
adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP! (ENG INE FAULT - WORKSHOP!)
Coolant temperature, Coolant quantity 
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds 1) when the ignition is switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light
 does not go out after the engine is started or flashes while driving.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the
coolant as necessary. Please also re fer to the additional instructions ⇒page 190,
“Replenishing the coolant”.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to
severe engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant
fan, replace it if necessary
⇒page 220, “Replacing fuses”.
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is at
the correct level and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order. Contact a specialist
garage to obtain assistance.
Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒page 190, “Replenishing the
coolant”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP CHECK COOLANT SERVICE MANUAL (STOP! CHECK COOLANT!
OWNER'S MANUAL)
WARNING
•If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system ⇒page 48.
•Take care when opening the coolant expa nsion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is best to allow the
engine to cool down before removing the cap.
•Do not touch the coolant fan! The coolant fan may switch on automati-
cally even if the ignition is off.
Thickness of the brake pads 
If the warning light  comes on, contact a specialist garage immediately and have
the brake pads on all of the wheels inspected.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: CHECK BRAKE PADS
1)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level
is too low.
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The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP BRAKE FLUID SERVICE MANUAL
If there is a fault in the ABS which also influences the function of the normal brake
system (e.g. distribution of brake pressure), the ABS warning light
 comes on
together with the brake system warning light . Be aware that not only the ABS but
also another part of th brake system is defective ⇒.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
One should get used to high pedal forces, long braking distances and long free play
of the brake pedal when driving to the next specialist garage.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: STOP BRAKE FAULT SERVICE MANUAL (STOP! BRAKE FAULT OWNER'S
MANUAL)
For further information on the brake system ⇒page 158, “Brakes”.
Handbrake applied
The warning light
 also comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning
is also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than 5
km/h.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
HANDBRAKE ON
WARNING
•Pay attention to the following instructions ⇒page 185, “Working in the
engine compartment” before checking the brake fluid level and opening the
bonnet.
•If the brake system warning light  does not go out a few seconds after
switching on the ignition or comes on when driving, stop immediately and
check the brake fluid in the reservoir ⇒page 191, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid
level has dropped below the MIN marking, do not drive any further - risk of
accident! Contact a Škoda dealer to obtain professional assistance.
Alternator 
The warning light  comes on after the ignition has been switched on. It should go
out after the engine has started.
If the warning light
 does not come on after the ignition is switched on, drive to
the nearest specialist garage.
If the warning light does not go out after the engine has started, or comes on when
driving, drive to the nearest specialist garage. The vehicle battery will be discharged
in this case so switch off all non-essential electrical components.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ALTERNATOR WORKSHOP! (ALTERNATOR WORKSHOP!)
Caution
If the warning light  comes on when driving and in addition the warning light 
(cooling system fault) also comes on in display, you must then stop the car imme-
diately and switch the engine off - risk of engine damage!
Seat belt warning light 
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on as
a reminder to fasten the seat belt.
If you do not fasten the seat belt, a long warning signal sounds for 6 seconds.
For further information on the seat belts ⇒page 130.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: FASTEN SEATBELT
For further information on the seat belts ⇒page 130, “Seat belts”.
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Seats and Stowage73
Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
The cool box behind the armrest of the rear seats*
Using the system
The contents of the cool box is cool ed to a temperature of about 20 °C
below the ambient temperature, but to a maximum of approx.+ 5 °C.
Opening and Closing
– Pull the handle ⇒fig. 74 and pull the lid downwards.
– Open up the lid of the cool box upwards until it is heard to lock.
Switching on and off
– The cooling action of the cool box is switched on and off using switch
⇒ fig. 74 . It is signalised by the lighting up of the indicator light on
the switch.
You can remove the cool box if necessary ⇒page 74. You can replace the cool box
with a storage net ⇒fig. 75 .
Caution
Never cover the ventilator on the cool box otherwise it will overheat and could be
damaged.
Note
The cool box also operates if the ignition is switched off. The battery will not run
down fully, however, since the system is fitted with a device which monitors the
battery charge level. The cool box will be automatically switched off when it is
threatening to empty the battery.
Partition with storage net
If the cool box is removed, install the partition with the storage net
⇒ fig. 75 which is fixed with a velcro fastener to the side wall of the cool
box.
– The partition is installed and removed in a similar way to the cool box ⇒page 74.
Fig. 74 Cool box
AA
Fig. 75 Partition with
storage net
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Removing and installing the cool box
Removing
– Switch the cooling mode of the cool box off ⇒page 73.
– Remove the locking mechanism ⇒fig. 76 .
– Open the lid of the cool box.
– Press open the upper side of the cool box from the inside in the direc- tion of arrow and put away the cool box in the luggage compart-
ment (see arrow ). – Unplug the plug connector (the pl
ug connector is located in the
luggage compartment in the lower part of the fixing frame for the cool
box).
Installing
– Place the cool box on the luggage compartment partition and plug in the plug.
– Remove the locking mechanism ⇒fig. 76 .
– Fold the lid of the cool box onto the fixing frame ⇒fig. 77 .
– Lift the cool box with the palm of the hand on the inside of the upper wall of the cool box.
– Insert the cool box with the lower edge into the lower holding bracket on the luggage compartment partition.
– Pull the cool box forwards to the upper edge until the stop (see arrow ), press with the palm of the hand onto the upper wall (see arrow
), pull the box again forwards and press downwards (see arrow ).
– Push the locking mechanism ⇒fig. 76 u p t o t h e s t o p i n t o t h e f i x i n g
frame.
– Close the lid of the cool box.
Fig. 76 Removing the
cool box
Fig. 77 Installing the
cool box
AA
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A2
AA
A1
A2A3
AA
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Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
The storage compartment on the front passenger side is lockable*
and illuminated.
Opening the storage compartment
– Pull the handle in the lid in direction of arrow ⇒fig. 93 and pull the lid
down.
Closing the storage compartment
– Raise the lid and press it until the catch is heard to engage.
Locking the storage compartment
– Turn the master key in the lock to the right.
Unlocking the storage compartment
– Turn the master key in the lock to the left.
Two holders for placing drink cans are located on the inside of the lid.
WARNING
•The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
•The drinks can holder should not be used while driving.
Cooling of storage compartment on front passenger side
– You can switch the cooling system on or off using the control dial
⇒fig. 94 .
The storage compartment is only cooled in the cooling mode. We recommend that
you switch off the cooling (opening concealed) if it is operating in the heating mode
or if you are not using the cooling system for the storage compartment.
Fig. 93 Dash panel:
Storage compartment
WARNING (continued)
B1Z-0042HB1Z-0042H
Fig. 94 Storage
compartment: Control
dial for the cooling
system
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Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
Armrest with stowage compartment
You can use the cover of the compartment as an armrest. The
armrest is adjustable for height and length.
Opening stowage compartment
– Fold out the top cover of the arm rest ⇒fig. 102 .
Closing stowage compartment
– First of all fold the cover of the armrest in the direction of arrow fully to the top ⇒fig. 102 and then to the bottom. Opening cooling air inlet in stowage compartment
– Turn the rotary switch to the left as far as the end position
⇒fig. 103 .
Closing cooling air inlet in stowage compartment
– Turn the rotary switch to the right as far as the end position .
The cooling air flows into the stowage comp artment only when the air conditioning
is in the cooling mode. If the air conditioning is operating in the heating mode or if
you do not wish to use the cooling syst em of the stowage compartment, you can
close the cooling air inlet.
Note
If the armrest is pulled forward, ensure that it does not restrict you when steering
the car.
Rear seat armrest with storage compartment
– You can fold down the armrest to enhance occupant comfort.
The armrest includes a stowage compar tment. You open the compartment by
pressing the button on the front side of the armrest and raising the cover. A drinks
Fig. 102 Armrest
between driver and front
passenger seat
B1Z-0042HB1Z-0042H
Fig. 103 Storage
compartment: Using
cooling system
A1
A2
B1Z-0042HB1Z-0042HFig. 104 Armrest of rear
seats:
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