2011 SKODA SUPERB engine

If the engine is switched off and then turned on again within 10 mins with the
rear seat heating switched, then each rear seat heating is automatically turned
on again.WARNINGIf you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we rec-
ommend not to use the seat heating. This can lead to burns on the back,
the posterior and the legs which are difficult to heal. If the seat heating is
used, we recommend to make regular breaks in your journey when driving
long distances, so that the body can recuperate from the stress of the jour-
ney. Please consult your doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■The seat heater in the following cases will not turn on - there is a risk of
damaging the seat covers and seat heater. ■The seats are not occupied.
■ Items are fastened to or stored on the seats e.g. child seat, bags etc.
■ Additional seat covers or protective covers are fixed to the seats.■
Clean the seat covers » page 182, Seat covers .
Note
■
If the rear seat heating is set to the highest intensity - level 3, it is automati-
cally switched over to level 2 after 10 minutes (two warning lights are illumina-
ted on the switch).■
If the on-board voltage drops, the heater switches off automatically in order
to provide sufficient electrical power for the engine control » page 197.
Ventilated front seats
Fig. 73
Rocker switch for the seat venti-
lation
Heat and condensation can be removed from the seat cushions and seat
backrests on the front seats.
The ventilation is operated using the rocker switch » Fig. 73 in the front part of
the seat cushion, in front of the seat control elements for the electric front
seat adjustment.
Switching on›
Switch the rocker switch to position 1 - lower intensity and to position 2 -
higher intensity.
Switching off
›
Switch the rocker switch to the centre position 
.
WARNINGIf you or a passenger have limited pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g.
caused by medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes),
we recommend that you consult your physician before using the ventilated
front seat.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■The fan is located underneath the front seat cushion. Do not place any ob-
jects in this area - it may damage the fan.■
Do not clean the seats using moisture. Clean the seat covers » page 182,
Seat covers .
Note
■
The ventilation should only be switched on when the engine is running. This
has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity.■
We do not recommend using the front seat ventilation and heating at the
same time. Using the ventilation to cool the seat surface considerably reduces
the heating capacity, at the same time affecting the ability of the control unit
to detect the right seat surface temperature.
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WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
Note
The ashtrays are fitted with an interior light which illuminates when the park-
ing light is on.
12 Volt power outlet
Fig. 87
Boot: Superb / Superb Combi socket
Read and observe
on page 89 first.
The 12-volt power socket (hereinafter referred to only as a socket) is located in the front center console
A
» Fig. 85 on page 91 in the rear center console
B
» Fig. 85 on page 91 and in the luggage compartment » Fig. 87.
Use
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter » Fig. 85 on
page 91 or open the cover for the power socket » Fig. 87.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The power socket and any connected appliances can also be operated when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
Storage compartment under the front armrest
Fig. 88
Armrest: Stowage compartment
Read and observe on page 89 first.
Opening
›
Pull and open the cover of the armrest using the handle
A
in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 88. 
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Removable light (Superb Combi)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Use light
103
Changing rechargeable light batteries
103
A removable lamp is fitted on the left side of the boot. This lamp has two func-
tions.
› Lighting the luggage compartment - part
B

» Fig. 110 on page 103 illumina-
ted (lamp in holder).
› Portable lamp - part
C
illuminated (lamp removed from the holder).
If the lamp is in the holder, it is automatically switched on when the boot lid is
opened and switched off again when the boot lid is closed.
The lamp is supplied by three rechargeable type AAA batteries. The rechargea- ble batteries are constantly charged when the engine is running. It takes ap-
prox. 3 hours to fully charge the rechargeable batteries.
The lamp is fitted with magnets. Therefore it is possible to attach the lamp, for example on the vehicle body, after removing it.
CAUTION
The removable lamp is not watertight and must therefore be protected against
moisture.
Note
■ If the lamp is not correctly inserted into the holder, it does not light up when
the boot lid is opened and the rechargeable batteries are not charged.■
If the lamp is not switched off and it is correctly inserted in the holder, the
bulbs in the front part
C
» Fig. 110 on page 103 of the lamp are automatically
switched off.
Use lightFig. 110
Use light / remove light
Read and observe
on page 103 first.
Use light
›
If you press button
A
» Fig. 110 once, the lamp illuminates with 100 % light
intensity.
›
If you press button
A
again, the lamp illuminates with 50 % light intensity.
›
Press
A
button once again - the light goes out.
Remove the lamp from the holder
›
Grasp the lamp in the areas of the arrows
D
» Fig. 110 and swivel it in the
direction of the arrow
E
.
Reinserting the lamp the holder
›
First of all place the deactivated lamp in the holder on the side facing the
boot lid and then press on the lamp from the other side until it is clicks into
place.
Changing rechargeable light batteries
Read and observe
on page 103 first.
Proceed as follows if you wish to replace the faulty rechargeable batteries
yourself:
›
Remove the lamp.
›
Lever off the cover for the rechargeable batteries with a narrow and pointed
object from the location of the lock-off clips
F
» Fig. 110 on page 103 .
›
Remove the faulty rechargeable batteries from the lamp.
›
Insert the new rechargeable batteries. 
103Seats and practical features

Air conditioning system
Heating, ventilation, cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlets
110
Using the air conditioning system economically
111
Operational problems
112
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect.
Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode for the air con-
ditioning system » page 114 or for Climatronic » page 117.
WARNING■
For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about
how to correctly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to de-
mist and defrost the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.■
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for
the use of the cooling system are to be observed. ■The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air
temperature should not be greater than about 5 ° C.
■ The cooling system is to be turned off about 10 minutes before the end
of the journey.
■ Once a year, a disinfection of the air conditioner or the Climatronic is to
be carried out by a specialist company.
CAUTION■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or
leaves) to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak.
Note
■ The exhaust air streams out through vents at the rear of the luggage com-
partment.■
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating
air mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from
the interior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air condition-
ing system. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning sys-
tem is operating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and
expense (replacement of compressor).
Air outlets
Fig. 123
Air vents at the front 
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Fig. 124
Air vents at the rear
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents according to the setting of control dial and the outside atmospheric conditions.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 2,
3 » Fig. 123 and 5 » Fig. 124 - the outlets can be opened and closed individually.
Set the air flow direction
›
To adjust the height of the air flow, turn the horizontal vanes up or down
with the movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 123 » Fig. 124 .
›
To change the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 123 or » Fig. 124 to the left or right.
Setting the amount of airflow
›
Turn the knob
B
» Fig. 123 and » Fig. 124 to position
 to fully open the air
outlet.
›
Turn the knob
B
» Fig. 123 and » Fig. 124 to position 0 to close the air outlet.
The knob can be adjusted to any position in-between.
An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air
outletSet the direction of the air outletActive air outlet vents1, 21, 2 , 4 , 6 2, 3 , 54 , 6
Note
Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Using the air conditioning system economically
Read and observe
and on page 110 first.
The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the enginewhen in cooling mode which will affect the fuel consumption.
It is recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the
interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order
to allow the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be switched on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 149, Eco-
nomical driving and environmental sustainability .111Air conditioning system

Operational problemsRead and observe
and on page 110 first.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5°C, there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 220 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because
the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 31.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning system)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
112
adjusting
114
Recirculated air mode
114
The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 112.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approximately +2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow out of
the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
If the desired interior temperature can also be achieved without activating the
cooling system, fresh air mode should be selected.
The cooling system is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to
provide cooling at a high load of the engine.
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.Note■ We recommend that you have the air conditioning system cleaned by a spe-
cialist garage once every year.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
Control elements
Fig. 125
The air conditioning system: Control elements
Read and observe
on page 112 first.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 125 :
Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature, turn to
the right: to increase the temperature)
Set the blower level (level 0: blowers off, level 4: the highest blower
speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 110
Switch the cooling system on/off
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 75
Aux. heating on/off » page 118
Switch recirculation on/off » page 114
Control the seat heater on the front left seat » page 85
Control the seat heater on the front right seat » page 85
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Climatronic (automatic air conditioning system)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
115
automatic mode
116
Switching the cooling system on/off
116
Setting the temperature
116
Recirculation mode - Version 1
117
Recirculation mode - Version 2
117
Controlling blower
118
Defrosting windscreen
118
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best possible setting for the
temperature of the air flowing out, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to al-
ter the settings manually.
The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 112.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approximately +2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
The cooling system is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to
provide cooling at a high load of the engine.
Aeration of the vehicle when ignition is switched off
On models fitted with power sliding/tilting roof with solar cells, the fresh air
blower is automatically switched over to “solar mode” if the sun rays are suffi- cient after switching off the ignition. The solar cells on the sliding/tilting roof
deliver power for the fresh air blower. This supplies the interior of the car with
fresh air.
For an optimum ventilation, the air outlet vents 2 and 3 must be
opened » Fig. 123 on page 110 .
The ventilation functions only when the sliding/tilting roof is fully closed.
Note■ We recommend that you have Climatronic cleaned by a specialist garage
once every year.■
During operation of the Climatronic, an increase in engine idle speed can oc-
cur under certain circumstances in order to ensure adequate heating comfort.
■
On vehicles equipped with a factory fitted radio or radio navigation system,
the Climatronic information is also shown on their displays. This function can
be switched off, see » operating instructions for the radio or navigation sys-
tem .
Control elements
Fig. 126
Climatronic: Control elements
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 126 :
Adjust the temperature for the left side » page 116
Adjust the blower speed 
» page 118
depending on equipment:
› 
Aux. heating on/off
» page 119
› 
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
» page 75
Adjust the temperature for the right side » page 116
Interior temperature sensor
depending on equipment:
› 
Recirculation mode
with air quality sensor on/off » page 117, Recir-
culation mode - Version 1
› 
Recirculation mode
without air quality sensor on/off » page 117, Re-
circulation mode - Version 2 
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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. 
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