2011 SKODA SUPERB high beam

WARNING (Continued)■The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the lights and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the prevailing light condi-
tions. The light sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under
these conditions we recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth-
er oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is
dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet areas are free from condensation after a short time, al-
though the headlight lenses may still be misted up around the edge. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Operating the lights and the instrument illumination
Fig. 49
Light switches, knobs for head-
light beam adjustment and
brightness of instrument illumi-
nation
Read and observe on page 67 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 49 can be
moved to the following positions.
Turn switch Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Automatic switching lights on and off » page 70
Switching on the parking light or parking lights » page 73
Switch on low beam
Pull switch
Switch on the front fog lamp » page 71
Switching on the rear fog light » page 71
 Headlight range control
Turning the dial B
» Fig. 49 from the position
 to

gradually adjusts the
headlight range control and thereby shortens the light cone.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol-
lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.
 Instrument lighting
Turning the rotary switch
C
» Fig. 49 when the lights are switched on adjusts
the brightness of the instrument lighting » Fig. 49.
The instruments are also illuminated when the parking light, low or high beam light is switched on.
Bi-Xenon headlights
The Bi-Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving state of the vehicle when the ignition is switched on and when driving. Vehicles that are
equipped with Bi-Xenon headlights do not have a manual headlight range ad-
justment control.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ The light switch is in position  or  and the ignition is turned off, the low
beam is switched off automatically and the status light is lit. The parking light
goes out after the ignition key is removed.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam illuminates automatically.
68Operation

Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)Read and observe
on page 67 first.
The daytime running lights (hereafter only function) provide lighting for the
front of the vehicle.
The lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met.
The light switch is in the position 
or 
» Fig. 49 on page 68 .
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Deactivating the function
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turn signal- and main beam lever ( » Fig. 50 on page 69 ) towards
the steering wheel, push down and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the lever in this position for at least 3 seconds after switching on the
ignition.
Activating the function
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turning signal and main beam lever towards the steering wheel,
push it up and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the lever in this position for at least 3 seconds after switching on the
ignition.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, the function can be enabled or disabled in
the menu item Dayl. dri. light » page 47 .
WARNINGWhen the daytime running light is switched on, the parking lights (neither
at the front nor the rear) and the number plate lights are not lit. Therefore
always switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor.Turn signal and main beamFig. 50
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 67 first.
Lever positions » Fig. 50
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on high beam (spring-loaded position)
Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-loaded
position)
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the high beam
is switched on.
Flasher
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
The warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster when the headlight
flasher is switched on.
Flashing
When the left turn signal switch is switched on, the indicator light  flashes in
the instrument cluster.
When the right turn signal switch is switched on, the indicator light  flashes
in the instrument cluster.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn.
The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails. 
ABCD69Lights and visibility

Tourist lights (Travel mode)
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system
(driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles.
When this mode is active, the above mentioned modes and the side swivel of the headlights are deactivated.
This mode can be enabled or disabled via the MAXI DOT display in the Travel
mode » page 48 , Lights and visibility menu option.WARNINGIf the AHL system is defective, the headlights are automatically lowered to
the emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming
traffic. This reduces the cone of light in front of the vehicle. Drive carefully
and visit a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Note
When the “tourist light” mode is active, the warning light  flashes for 10 sec-
onds each time the ignition is switched on.
Fog lights
Fig. 52
Light switch: Turn on front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 67 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position  or

» Fig. 52 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The fog light is switched off in the reverse sequence.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the fog lights
are switched on » page 34.
Fog lights with the CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 67 first.
The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on the relevant side of the ve-
hicle to illuminate the area around the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to
the right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position  and
the low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 67 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position  or

» Fig. 52 on page 71 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse sequence.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the rear fog
light is switched on » page 34.
When in reverse gear only the rear fog lamp illuminates on the driver's side. 
1)
If both switch on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
71Lights and visibility

›No asbestos.
› Reduction in the “vaporisation” of plastics.
Manufacture › Solvent-free cavity protection.
› Solvent-free protection of the vehicle for transportation from the production
plant to the customer.
› The use of solvent-free adhesives.
› No CFCs used in the production process.
› Without use of mercury.
› Use of water-soluble paints.
Trade-in and recycling of old cars
ŠKODA meets the requirements of the brand and its products with regard to
protecting the environment and the preserving resources. All new ŠKODAvehi-
cles can be recycled by up to 95 % and can always 1)
be returned free of charge.
In a lot of countries sufficient trade-in networks have been created, where you
can trade-in your vehicle. After you trade-in your vehicle, you will receive a
confirmation stating the recycling in accordance with environmental regula-
tions.
Note
You can find more detailed information about the trade-in and recycling of old
cars from a specialist garage.
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
General information
152
Driving through water on streets
152General information
Pay attention to low-slung parts of the vehicle, such as the spoiler and ex-
haust, particularly in the following situations.
› When driving on poorly maintained roads and paths.
› When driving over kerbs.
› When driving on steep ramps, etc.
Particular attention is required for vehicles with sport suspension and when
the vehicle is fully laden.
Driving through water on streets
Fig. 145
Maximum permissible water lev-
el when driving through water
The following instructions must be observed if vehicle damage is to be avoided when driving through water (e.g. flooded roads).
›
Determine the depth of the water before driving through it.
The water level must not reach above the web of the lower beam » Fig. 145.
›
Do not drive any faster than at a walking speed.
At a higher speed, a water wave can form in front of the vehicle, which can
cause water to penetrate into the engine's air intake system or other parts of
the vehicle.
›
Never stop in the water, do not reverse and do not switch the engine off. 
1)
Subject to fulfilment of the national legal requirements.
152Driving

No.Consumer29Main relay30Auxiliary heating and ventilation control unit31Windscreen wipers32 - 37Not assigned38Radiator fan, valves39Clutch/brake pad sensor40Lambda probe41AKF valve42Lambda probe43Ignition44 - 46Not assigned47Front left main headlight, left tail light48Pump for ABS49Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on)50 - 51Not assigned52Power supply relay - terminal Xa)53Power to the internal fuse carrier54Not assigneda)
In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components of
this terminal are automatically switched off.
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment - version B
No.Consumer1Not assigned2Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG3Measuring circuit4Valves for ABS5Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG6Not assigned7Power supply relay - terminal X a)8Radio9Not assigned10Engine control unit, Main relayNo.Consumer11Auxiliary heating and ventilation control unit12Data bus control unit13Engine control unit14Ignition15Lambda probe (petrol engine), glow plug system relay and fuel
pump (diesel engine)16Front right main headlight, right tail light17Horn18Audio amplifier (sound system)19Windscreen wipers20Valve for metering fuel, coolant pump, high-pressure pump21Lambda probe22Clutch pedal switch23Coil of the coolant pump relay valves, high-pressure pump24Radiator fan25Pump for ABS26Front left main headlight, left tail light27Control unit for glow plug system28Windscreen heater29Power to the internal fuse carrier30Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on)a)
In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components of
this terminal are automatically switched off.
Replacing bulbs
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights
224
Replacing the low beam bulb
224
Replacing bulb for main beam and daytime running lights
225
Replacing bulb for main beam
225
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
225

223Fuses and light bulbs

Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light226Rear light (Superb Combi)226
Replacing bulbs in rear light (Superb Combi)
227
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom-
mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help
in the event of any uncertainties.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in
the spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot.
WARNING■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 186.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
Bulbs H7 H8 and H15 are pressurised and may burst when changing the
bulb - risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professio-
nal knowledge is required – risk of death!
■
Switch off the respective vehicle light when changing the bulb.
CAUTION
Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar.
Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos-
sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
bulbs must be replaced by a specialist garage.■
We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs always be carried in the ve-
hicle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the main beam, low beam or fog lights.
■
In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode, visit a spe-
cialist garage.
HeadlightsFig. 202
Bulb arrangement: Headlight with halogen bulb/with Xenon
bulb
Read and observe
and on page 224 first.
Headlight with halogen bulb Low beam
Main beam, separate daytime running lights, and parking light
Headlights with Xenon light Xenon gas discharge bulbs
Main beam
Replacing the low beam bulb
Fig. 203
Halogen headlight: Changing the
bulb for the low beam
Read and observe and on page 224 first.
›
Remove the protective cap
1
» Fig. 202 on page 224 . 
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