Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Operating Instructions
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
9
Seat belts
12
Using seat belts
12
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag overview
17
Deactivating airbags
20
Transporting children safely
22
Child seat
22
Fastening systems
25
Operation
Cockpit
29
Overview
28
Instruments and Indicator Lights
30
Instrument cluster
30
Warning lights
34
Information system
42
Driver information system
42
Multifunction display (MFD)
44MAXI DOT display46Service interval display48
Unlocking and opening
50
Unlocking and locking
50
Anti-theft alarm system
55
Luggage compartment lid
57
Electric boot lid (Superb Combi)
59
Electrical power windows
61
Electric sliding/tilting roof
64
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Superb Estate)
65
Lights and visibility
67
Lights
67
Interior lights
73
Visibility
75
Windscreen wipers and washers
77
Rear mirror
79
Seats and practical features
81
Adjusting the seats
81
Seat features
85
Practical features
88
Luggage compartment
97
Removable light (Superb Combi)
103
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
104
Extending variable loading floor with
integrated aluminium rails and fastening
elements (Superb Combi)
105
Net partition (Superb Combi)
107
Roof rack
108
Air conditioning system
110
Heating, ventilation, cooling
110
Air conditioning system (manual air
conditioning system)
112Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system)115
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
118
Communication and multimedia
121
General information
121
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
124
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl
126
Wi-Fi
130
Voice control
131
Multimedia
134
Driving
Starting off and Driving
138
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
138
Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY
140
Brakes
143
Manual gear changing and pedals
144
Automatic transmission
145
Running in
148
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
149
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
152
Driving abroad
153
Assist systems
154
Brake assist systems
154
Parking aid
156
Park assist
157
Cruise Control System
161
START STOP
162
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
165
Tyre pressure monitoring
165
Hitch and trailer
166
Hitch
166
Trailer
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Notes
Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service
work for your vehicle.
- a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks for
ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist garage can be a ŠKODA partner, a ŠKODA
service partner or an independent workshop.
- A Workshop that has been contractually authorised
by the manufacturer ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to perform
service tasks on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- A company that has been authorised by the manufacturer
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and,
when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell
ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
Explanation of symbols
An overview of the symbols used in the instruction manual and a brief explan-
ation of their meaning.Reference to the introductory module of a chapter with important infor-
mation and safety warnings.Continuation of the module on the next page.Situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possible.®Trademark.Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display .Text display in the segment display.WARNINGTexts with this symbol draw attention to threats of a serious accident, in-
jury or loss of life .
CAUTION
Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible
inoperability of some systems.
For the sake of the environment
Texts with this symbol contain information on environmental protection as
well as tips for economical operation.“Specialist garage”“ŠKODA service partner”“ŠKODA partner”NoteTexts with this symbol contain additional information.5Notes
Structure and more information about the Operating
Instructions
Structure of the manual
The operating manual is hierarchically divided into the following areas.
■ Section (e.g. Safety) - the title of the Section is always indicated at the lower
left side
■ Main chapters (e.g. Airbag System) - the title of the main chapter is always
indicated at the lower right side
■ Chapter (e.g. Airbag Overview)
■ Introduction to the topic
- Module Overview within the chapter intro-
ductory information about the chapter content, if necessary, valid for
the entire chapter notes
■ Module (e.g. Front Airbags)
Information Search
When searching for information in the operating instructions, we recommend
using the Index at the end of the manual.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the for- ward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
The volume, weight, speed and length data are given in metric units, unless
otherwise indicated.
Display
In this owner's manual, the screen on the MAXI DOT display is used as the dis-
play illustration, provided nothing is otherwise stated.6Structure and more information about the Operating Instructions
AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti lock brake systemAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAHLAdaptive headlightsAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeAPNAn access point name for the Wi-Fi connectionASRTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRactive driver steering recommendationEDLelectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCController for the engine electronicsESCElectronic Stability ControlETRim depthEUEuropean UnionFSIStratified petrol direct injectionGSMa digital network of mobile devices for the transmission of
voice and dataHFPConnection of a mobile device by means of its Bluetooth ®
profilekWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxMFDMultifunction displayN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberAbbreviationDefinitionrSAPRemote transmission of the SIM dataSSPConnect two devices using Bluetooth ®
profileTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbo-charging and direct injectionUMTSthe next generation of the GSM network (3G)VINVehicle identification numberWLANwireless connection of electronic devices for data transfer
(wireless)7Abbreviations
WARNING■Adjust the driver's seat in a forward/back direction so that there is a gap
of at least 10 cm between the legs B and the dash panel in the vicinity of
the knee airbag » Fig. 10. If it is not possible to meet this requirement due
to your body size, visit a specialist garage.■
The surface of the airbag module in the lower part of the dash panel be-
low the steering column not have stickers attached, be covered or modified
in any other way. This part should only be cleaned with a cloth that is dry or
has been moistened with water. No objects must be attached to the cover
of the airbag module or located within the immediate vicinity.
■
Do not attach any bulky and heavy objects (bunch of keys etc.) to the igni-
tion key. These can be ejected by the knee airbag when it is deployed and
can cause injuries.
Note
In vehicles with a driver's knee airbag, a symbol with is located on the
side panel on the driver's side.
Side airbags
Fig. 11
Location of the side airbag in the driver's seat or gas-filled side air-
bag
In the event of severe side collisions, the side airbag system provides addition-
al protection for the upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) of passengers in
the vehicle.
The front side airbags are housed in the upholstery of the seat backrests of
the front seats » Fig. 11 -
.
The rear side airbags are located between the entrance area and the seat backrest.
The head airbag and belt tensioner on the relevant side are also automatically
deployed when the side airbags » Fig. 11 - are deployed.
The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunging into the fully inflated
airbag and the risk of injury to the entire upper body (chest, stomach and pel-
vis) is reduced on the side facing the door.WARNINGInformation on correct seated position■Your head should never be positioned in the deployment area of the side
airbag. You might suffer severe injuries in the event of an accident. This ap-
plies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable
child safety seat » page 24, Child safety and side airbag .■
There must not be any further persons, animals or objects positioned be-
tween the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. No accesso-
ries, such as cup holders, should be attached to the doors.
■
If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling, they may
be exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. This
can result in serious injuries » page 22, Child seat .
WARNING■
The airbag control unit operates using pressure sensors located in the
front doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the
doors or door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Further
information » page 175, Airbags .■
Ensure that there are no excessive forces, such as violent knocks, kicks
etc., impact on the backrests of the seats otherwise the system may be
damaged. The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passen-
ger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view
of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of
non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the pro-
tective function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers in the area of the side airbag mod-
ule must be repaired immediately by a specialist garage.
■
The airbag modules in the front seats must not display any damage,
cracks or deep scratches. It is not permissible to use force in order to open
the modules.
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Operation
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
61
Door opening lever
52
Central locking button
55
Air outlet vent
110
Parking ticket holder
Operating lever: › Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
69
› Speed regulating system
161
Steering wheel:
› with horn
› with driver’s front airbag
17
› with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system phone and in-
formation system
122, 134
Instrument cluster: Instruments, warning lights and display
30
Operating lever:
› Information system
42
›Windscreen wiper and wash system
77
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
110
Regulator for left seat heating
85
Button for hazard warning light system
72
Regulator for right seat heating
85
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
94
Front passenger airbag
17
Air outlet vent
110
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
21
Door opening lever
52
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
801234567891011121314151617181920Light switch68
Bonnet release lever
187
Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head-
light beam range adjustment
68, 68
Storage compartment on the driver's side
89
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
10
Driver’s knee airbag
18
Ignition lock
139
Pedals
145
Handbrake
144
Bars with buttons depending on the equipment fitted:
›
START STOP
162
›
Tyre pressure loss indicator
165
›
Traction control ASR
155
›
Electronic Stability Control ESC
154
›
Park Assist
157
›
Parking aid
156
›
Tailgate operation (Superb Combi)
59
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
144
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
145
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Ashtrays
91
›Stowage compartment
90
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
21
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the air conditioning system
112
›
Operating controls for Climatronic
115
Note
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 20. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.212223242526272829303132333429Cockpit
Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
30
Revolution counter
31
Speedometer
31
Coolant temperature gauge
31
Display
31
Fuel gauge
32
Counter for distance driven
32
32
Display of the second speed
33
Display in rear centre console
33
Auto Check Control
33
Fault display
The Error message will appear in the display if there is a fault in the instru-
ment cluster. Ensure that the fault is rectified as soon as possible by a special-
ist workshop.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully
responsible for road safety.■
Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving - risk of
accident. Operate the controls only when the vehicle is at a standstill.
OverviewFig. 21
Instrument cluster
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Engine revolutions counter » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Speedometer » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Button for display mode:
› Time settings
» page 32
› Enable/disable the display of the second speed 1)
» page 33
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
ing until the next service 1)
» page 48
Coolant temperature gauge » page 31
Display » page 31
Fuel gauge » page 32
Button for: › Reset trip meter
» page 32
› Setting the time
» page 32
› Enable/disable the mode selected by means of button
312345671)
Applies for vehicles with a segment display.
30Operation
Revolution counterRead and observe
on page 30 first.
The red scale of the revolution counter
1
» Fig. 21 on page 30 indicates the
range in which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system auto-
matically restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu-
tion counter is reached or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or
too low » page 43 .
Speedometer
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Warning against speeding
An audible warning will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h 1)
. The
audible warning is switched off once the vehicle speed falls below 120 km/h.
Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 22
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The coolant temperature gauge » Fig. 22 only operates when the ignitions is
switched on.
Cold range
The pointer in the left of the scale indicates that the engine has not yet
reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high
engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the middle of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or un-
der heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
The coolant temperature is too high if the pointer reaches the red area of the
scale. Further information » page 36.
CAUTION
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Display
Fig. 23
Display types
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The following information will be displayed.
› Distance travelled
» page 32
› Time
» page 32
› Details of the information system
» page 42
› Details of the service interval display
» page 48
1)
This function is only valid for some countries.
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