
At both end positions, Climatronic functions at maximum cooling/heating out-
put and the temperature is not regulated.
CAUTION
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when get-
ting out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold.
Recirculation mode - Version 1
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting in-
to the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in
a traffic jam.
If a considerable increase in concentration of pollutants is recognised by the air quality sensor , recirculated air mode will temporarily be switched off.
If the concentration of pollutants decreases to the normal level, the air distri-
bution control is automatically switched off so that fresh air can be guided into
the vehicle interior.
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then
fed back into the interior.
When the automatic air distribution control is switched on, an air quality sen-
sor measures the concentration of pollutants in the drawn in air.
Switching recirculated air mode on
›
Repeatedly press the button until the warning light on the
left side of
the button is illuminated.
Switch on automatic air distribution control
›
Repeatedly press the button until the warning light on the
right-hand
side of the button illuminates.
Switch off automatic air distribution control temporarily
If the air quality sensor does not switch on automatic recirculated air mode
when there is an unpleasant smell, you can switch in on manually.
›
Press the button.
The warning light illuminates in the button on the left side.
Switching recirculated air mode off
›
Press the button or press the symbol button
again until the warning
lights in the button go out.
WARNINGDo not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as
“stale” air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an acci-
dent increases. Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows
start to mist up.
Note
■ As soon as the windscreen mists up, press the symbol button . Press the
button once the windscreen has demisted.■
The automatic air distribution control operates only if the outside tempera-
ture is higher than approx. 2 °C.
Recirculation mode - Version 2
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting in-
to the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in
a traffic jam.
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then
fed back into the interior.
The air recirculation mode is automatically activated after the ignition is
switched if it was on before the ignition was turned off. The warning light in the button illuminates.
Switch off / on
›
Press the
button.
The warning light in the button goes out.
›
Press the
button again.
The warning light in the button illuminates.
WARNINGDo not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as
“stale” air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an acci-
dent increases. Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows
start to mist up. 117Air conditioning system

NoteAs soon as the windscreen mists up, press the symbol button . Press the
button once the windscreen has demisted.
Controlling blower
The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line with
the interior temperature.
However, the blower stages can be manually adapted to suit your particular
needs.
›
Repeatedly pressing the symbol button on the left or right reduces or in-
creases blower speed.
If the blower is switched off, the Climatronic system is switched off.
The set blower speed is displayed above the symbol button when the re-
spective number of warning lights illuminate.
WARNING■ “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce atten-
tion levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an ac-
cident increases.■
Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.
■
Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.
Defrosting windscreen
Switching on
›
Press the
button » Fig. 126 on page 115 .
›
Press the
button » Fig. 126 on page 115 .
Switching off
›
Press the symbol button
again or press the symbol button
.
›
Press the
button again.
More air flows out of the air outlet vents 1 » Fig. 123 on page 110 . The tempera-
ture control is controlled automatically.
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching on/off
119
Radio remote control
120
Functional requirements of the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila-
tion)
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.
The fuel supply is adequate (the warning icon is not lit in the display of
the instrument cluster).
Auxiliary ventilation
The auxiliary ventilation enables fresh air to flow into the vehicle interior by
switching off the engine, whereby the interior temperature is effectively de-
creased (e.g. with the vehicle parked in the sun).
Additional heating (hereinafter only as a aux. heating)
The auxiliary heating can be used when both when stationary, when the en-
gine is switched off, to preheat the vehicle and also while driving (e.g. during
the heating phase of the engine).
The aux. heating functions in connection with the air conditioning system or
Climatronic.
The auxiliary heating also warms up the engine. This is not valid for vehicles
with the 3.6 l/191 kW FSI engine.
The auxiliary heating warms up the coolant by combusting fuel from the vehi-
cle tank. This warms the air flowing into the passenger compartment (if the
blower is turned on).
Depending on the environmental conditions, the automatic on or off of the
heater occurs, which causes the best possible conditions for the engine run-
ning and the interior heating.
For vehicles with petrol engines, the automatic switching on and off of the
heater can be disabled at a specialist workshop.
118Operation

■Starting time 1 , Starting time 2 , Starting time 3 - for each pre-set time, the
day and the time (hour and minute) can be set for switching on the auxiliary
heating. An empty position can be found between Sunday and Monday when
selecting the day. If this empty position is selected, the activation is per-
formed without taking into account the day.
■ Activate - Activate pre-set mode;
■ Deactivate - Deactivate pre-set mode;
■ Factory settings - Restore factory settings
■ Back - Return to main menu
Only one programmed pre-set time can be active.
The last programmed pre-set time remains active.
After the auxiliary heating activates automatically at the set time, it is neces-
sary to pre-set a time again.
If the menu item Back is selected or no changes are made on the display for
longer than 10 seconds, the set values are stored, but the pre-set time is not
activated.
The system switches itself off at the end of the running time set under the
menu item Running time .
Note
A warning light on the button » Fig. 127 illuminates when the system is run-
ning.
Radio remote control
Fig. 128
Auxiliary heater: Radio remote
control
Read and observe and on page 119 first.
Explanation of graphic » Fig. 128
Aerial
Warning light
Switch on the auxiliary heating
Switch off the auxiliary heating
The transmitter and the battery are housed in the housing of the remote con- trol. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle.
When the battery is fully charged, the range of the remote control is a few
hundred metres. Obstacles between the remote control and the vehicle, bad
weather conditions and a weaker battery in the remote control can clearly re-
duce the range.
To switch the auxiliary heating on or off, hold the remote control vertically,
with the aerial
A
pointing upwards. The antenna must not be covered with
the fingers or the palm of the hand during this process.
The auxiliary heating can only be switched on/off safely using the radio re-
mote control, if the distance between the radio remote control and the vehicle
is at least 2 m.
After pressing the button, the warning light in the remote control gives the
user different kinds of feedback:
Display warning light B » Fig. 128MeaningLights up green for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating has been
switched on.Lights up red for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating has been
switched off.Slowly flashes green for around 2 sec-
onds.The ignition signal was not received.Quickly flashes green for around 2
seconds.The auxiliary heating is blocked, e. g
because the tank is nearly empty or
there is a fault in the auxiliary heat-
ing.Flashes red for around 2 seconds.The switch off signal was not re-
ceived.Lights up orange for around 2 sec-
onds, then green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was re-
ceived. AB120Operation

WARNING (Continued)■Never leave a mobile phone on a seat, on the dash panel or in any area
where it can become a projectile during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an
accident or a collision — risk of injury.■
Before transport of the vehicle by air, the Bluetooth ®
function must be
switched off by a specialist company.
Universal telephone preinstallation (hands-free)
The universal telephone preinstallation (hands-free system) includes a con-
venience mode for the mobile phone via voice control, the multifunction steer-
ing wheel and the radio or navigation system.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully
responsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
Only use the device in such a way that you are in full control of your vehi-
cle in every traffic situation – there is the risk of accidents!
■
The national regulations for using a mobile phone in a vehicle must be
observed.
Note■ We recommend that mobile phones and two-way radio systems be installed
in the vehicle by a specialist workshop.■
Not all mobile phones that enable Bluetooth ®
communication are compatible
with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM II or GSM III. Ask a ŠKODA
Partner whether your phone is compatible with the universal telephone prepa-
ration GSM II or GSM III.
■
The range of the Bluetooth ®
connection to the hands-free system is restric-
ted to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obsta-
cles between the devices and mutual interferences with other devices. If your
mobile phone is in a jacket pocket, for example, this can lead to difficulties
when establishing a connection with the hands-free-system or transferring
data.
Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel
Fig. 129
Multifunction steering wheel: Control buttons for the telephone
There are buttons in the steering wheel for easy operation of the basic func-
tions of the phone » Fig. 129 so that the driver is distracted from the traffic as
little as possible when using the phone.
This applies only if your vehicle has been equipped with the universal tele-
phone installation at the factory.
The buttons control the functions for the operating mode of the current tele-
phone.
If the side lights are switched on, the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel are illuminated. 122Operation

Fuse assignment in the dash panelNo.Consumer1Diagnostic socket, engine control unit, fuel pump relay, fuel pump
control unit2ABS control unit, ESC switch for tyre pressure warning, brake sen-
sor, for START STOP coil of the starter relay only3Switch and airbag control unit4WIV, tail lights, dimming mirrors, pressure sensor, telephone prein-
stallation5Control unit for headlight beam adjustment and headlight swivel,
control unit for parking aid, control unit for park assist6Instrument cluster, control unit for electromechanical power steer-
ing, selector lever lock, power supply for data bus7Heated opening of the crankcase ventilation, air flow meter8Control unit for trailer detection9Relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation10Adaptive left main headlight11Adaptive right main headlight12Not assigned13Diagnostic socket, light switch, rain sensor, clock14Central locking system and bonnet lid15Central control unit - interior lights16The air conditioning system17Not assigned18Telephone19Instrument cluster, operating lever under the steering wheel, relay
coil for heated windscreen20KESSY21KESSY ELV22Air blower for Climatronic23Front power window, central locking of the front doors24Selector lever lock25Rear window heater, relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation26Power socket in the bootNo.Consumer27Fuel pump relay, control unit for fuel pump, injection valves28Electric boot lid29Haldex30Climate controlled front seats31DVD preinstallation32Front power window, central locking system of the rear doors33Electric sliding/tilting roof34Alarm, spare horn35front and rear lighter36Headlight cleaning system37Heated front seats38Heated rear seats39Rear window wiper40Fan air conditioning system, relay for auxiliary heating and ventila-
tion41Not assigned42Light switch43Control unit for trailer detection44Control unit for trailer detection45Control unit for trailer detection46Switch for seat heating47Telephone preinstallation48Preparation for the aftermarket radio49Only for START STOP: Central control unit, DC-DC converter, the en-
gine control unit221Fuses and light bulbs

Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
153
Unleaded petrol153
ABS Operation
155
Warning light38
Accessories173
Adaptive headlights (AHL)70
Adjust Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
119
Head restraints83
Adjusting Belt height
15
Exterior mirrors80
Interior mirror79
Manual air conditioning114
Seats81, 82
Steering wheel10
Adjusting the seats9, 81
Adjustment Range of light
68
Aerial177
See windows179
AHL70
Warning light38
Airbag16
Deactivating21
Deactivating the front passenger airbag21
Deployment16
Front airbag17
Head airbag20
Indicator light40
Knee airbag18
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 175
Side airbag
19
Airbag system16
Air conditioning system110
Air outlets110
Climatronic115
Manual air conditioning system112
Air outlets110
Air recirculation Climatronic
117
Alarm Switching off
55
Triggering55
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
56
Trailer172
Anti-theft wheel bolts208
Antilock brake system (ABS)155
Armrest Front
87
rear96
Rear87
Ashtray91
ASR Operation
155
warning light37
Assist systems154
ABS38, 155
ASR37, 155
Cruise Control System161
DSR155
EDL155
ESC37, 154
HBA155
HHC156
Park assist157
Parking aid156
START STOP162
Audio see radio / navigation system
4
Auto Check Control33
Automatic driving lamp control70
Automatic gearbox Selector lever-emergency unlocking217
Starting off and driving147
Tiptronic146
Using the selector lever145
Automatic gearbox modes145
Automatic load deactivation197
Automatic retractable cargo cover (Superb Combi))
101
Automatic transmission145
Kickdown147
Malfunction148
Selector lever lock146
AUX Installation in the storage compartment
92
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
118
Adjust119
Radio remote control120
Switching on/off119
Avoiding damage to the vehicle Driving through water
152
Avoiding damage to your vehicle152
B
Ball head Check fitting
168
Fitting168
Ready position167
Removing169
Battery In the remote control key
215
Replace the remote control of the auxiliary heater (parking heater)
216
Belts12
Belt tensioners15
Bonnet Closing
187
Opening187
Warning light36
236Index

Selector lever-unlocking217
Sliding/tilting roof218
Start engine - KESSY142
Switching off the ignition –KESSY143
Towing the vehicle213
Towing the vehicle using the tow hitch214
tyre repair209
Unlocking the boot lid217
Unlocking the driver's door216
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
204
First-aid kit 204
Jack205
Vehicle tool kit205
Warning triangle204
Emissions229
Engine Running in
148
Engine compartment186
Brake fluid193
Coolant191
Overview188
Vehicle battery193
Engine number228
Engine oil189
Capacity189
Checking190
Note messages36
Replenishing191
Specifications189
Engine oil level Warning light
37
Engine oil pressure Warning light
36
Entry lighting75
Environment149
Environmental compatibility151
Environmentally friendly driving149
EPC Warning light
39
ESCFunction154
Warning light37
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
38
Extendable variable loading floor Fixing set
106
Extending variable loading floor105
Divide boot105
Movable lashing eyes107
Partial extension105
F
Fastening elements
99
Fatigue detection165
Function165
Information messages165
Films179
Fire extinguisher204
First-aid kit 204
Floor covering Fixing
100
Fog lights71
Warning light41
Fog lights with CORNER function71
Folding hook99
Fold in passenger's mirror80
Footmats145
see Footmats145
Force limit Electric boot lid (Superb Combi)
59
Power windows63
Sliding/tilting roof64
Sliding/tilting roof (Superb Combi)66
Front airbag17
Front door warning light74
Front interior light73
Fuel183
Diesel185
Fuel gauge32
refer to Fuel183
Refuelling184
Unleaded petrol184
Fuel consumption149, 229
Fuel reserve Warning light
39
Fuses Assignment
220
Colour coding220
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment222
Replacing220
G
Gearbox Warning messages
33
Gear change Gear recommendation
43
Information on the selected gear43
Gear changing Gear stick
144
General view Cockpit
29
Generator Indicator light
35
Genuine parts174
Glasses storage box93
Glow plug system Warning light
38
GSM124, 126
H
Handbrake
144
Warning light35
Hands-free system Voice control
131
Hazard warning light system72
239Index

HBA155
Head airbag20
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
79
Headlights Driving abroad
153
Headlight cleaning system79
Replacing a bulb224
Head restraint83
Head restraints83
Heater Windscreen and rear window
75
Heating Exterior mirrors
80
Seats85
HHC156
Hill Hold Control (HHC)156
Hitch166
Accessories169
Drawback load166
Horn29
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)155
I
Ignition
139
Immobilizer139
Individual settings Locking
54
Unlocking54
Inertia reels15
Information messages see KESSY
53
Information system42
Compass point display48
Display a low temperature43
Door warning44
Gear recommendation43
MAXI DOT display46
Multifunction display44
Operation42
Service interval display48
instrument cluster Auto Check Control
33
Instrument cluster30
Counter for distance driven32
Display31
Display of the second speed33
Fuel gauge32
Overview30
Revolution counter31
see instrument cluster30
Speedometer31
Temperature gauge31
Warning lights34
Interior monitor56
Internet connection129
ISOFIX25
J
Jack
205
Maintenance180
Jacking points Raise vehicle
207
Jump-starting211
K
KESSY Information messages
53
Lock / unlock the steering141
Locking53
Starting the engine142
Switching off the engine142
Switch off ignition141
Switch on ignition141
Unlocking53
Key Starting the engine
139
Stopping the engine140
Knee airbag18
L
Lamp failure Warning light
38
Lamps Warning light
38
LEAVING HOME72
Lever Main beam
69
Turn signal69
Windscreen wipers78
Light Cockpit
73
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME72
Fog lights with CORNER function71
Headlight range control68
Instrument illumination68
Low beam68
Parking light68
switching on and off68
Travel mode71
Light bulbs Rear light (Superb Combi)
226
Lighting Luggage compartment
97
Lights67
Adaptive headlights (AFS)70
Automatic driving lamp control70
Daylight running69
Fog lights71
Hazard warning light system72
Headlight flasher69
Main beam69
Parking lights73
Rear fog light71
Replacing bulbs223
Tourist lights71
Turn signal69
Warning lights34
Lock Vehicle key
51
240Index