2012 SKODA SUPERB lock

Engine oil pressure 
When the indicator light is flashing , the engine oil pressure is too low.
The following is displayed in the information display: Oil Pressure: Engine off! Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 178.
Even if the oil level is correct, do not drive any further if the indicator light is
flashing . Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53. ÐCoolant temperature/coolant level 
If the indicator light  lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Check coolant! Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant » page 180,
and refill the coolant if necessary » page 180.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radia-
tor fan, replace if necessary » page 209, Fuses in the engine compartment .
If the indicator light  does not go off even though the coolant level is correct
and the fuse for the fan is in working order do not continue driving!
Seek help from a
ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53.
■ Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling
system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine
to cool down before removing the cap.
■ Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off. Ð Bonnet 
The indicator light  comes on if the bonnet is unlocked. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system »

page 53. Ð Boot lid 
The indicator light  comes on if the boot lid is opened. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53. Ð Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system) 

Power steering
If the indicator light  lights up, this indicates a partial failure of the power steer-
ing and the steering forces can be greater. Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist ga-
rage. £
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

If the indicator light
 lights up, this indicates a complete failure of the power
steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces).
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Steering lock (KESSY system)
› While the indicator light
 is flashing, the steering lock cannot be released. Fur-
ther information » page 105 , KESSY system .
› As long as the indicator light
 is flashing, an audible signal is beeping and the
following appears in the information display: Steering column lock: Workshop! ,
the electrical steering lock is faulty. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
› As long as the indicator light
 is flashing, an audible signal is beeping and the
following appears in the information display: Steering column lock faulty. the
electrical steering lock is faulty. Park the car,  do not continue the journey. Af-
ter switching off the ignition, it is then no longer possible to lock the steering,
to activate the electrical components (e.g. radio, navigation system), to switch
on the ignition again and to start the engine. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist
garage. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53. Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow indica-
tor light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The indicator light must go
out after driving a short distance. If the yellow indicator light  does not go out
after starting the engine again and a short drive, it is necessary to visit a

ŠKODA
specialist garage. ÐEngine oil level 
The indicator light  lights up (oil quantity too low)
The following is displayed in the information display:
Check oil level!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 178. The indicator light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds.
If no engine oil has been replenished, the indicator light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
The indicator light  flashes (engine oil level sensor faulty)
The following is displayed in the information display:
Oil sensor: Workshop!
If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the indicator light flashes  several times
and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53. Ð Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 
The indicator light flashes  to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the indicator light  comes on immediately after you start the engine, the ESC
might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on
again. If the indicator light does not light up after you switch the engine back on,
the ESR is fully functional again.
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the ESC.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Further information » page 110, Stabilisation Control (ESC) . Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The indicator light must go out
after driving a short distance. Ð
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Traction control system (TCS) 
The indicator light flashes  to show that the ASR is currently operating.
If the indicator light  comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If
the indicator light does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the ASR
is fully functional again.
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: traction control (ASR)
Seek help from a ŠKODA
specialist garage.
Further information » page 111, Traction control system (TCS).Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. The indicator light should go out
after driving a short distance. ÐAntilock brake system (ABS) 
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display: Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. WARNING
■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 53.
■ If the indicator light  » page 20 is displayed simultaneously with indicator
light ,  do not continue your journey!

Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist
garage.
■ A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance - risk of accident! Ð The rear fog light 
The indicator light 
comes on when the rear fog lights are operat-
ing » page 52. Ð Bulb failure 
The indicator light  comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within a few seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when switching on the defective light bulb.
The following is displayed in the information display: Check front-right dipped beam! Ð Adaptive headlights 
If the indicator light  flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on the
ignition, there is a problem with the adaptive headlights »

page 51. Ð Exhaust inspection system 
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. Ð
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

Fog lights 
The indicator light  comes on when the fog lights are operating » page 52.ÐSpeed regulating system 
The indicator light  comes on when the cruise control is operating » page 116.ÐSelector lever lock/starting (KESSY system) 
If the indicator light  lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary to
move the selector lever from position P and N» page 124 or to start the engine in
vehicles with the KESSY system » page 107. ÐMain beam 
The indicator light  comes on when the main beam or headlight flasher are se-
lected » page 54. Ð26
Using the system

Unlocking and locking
Vehicle key
Introductory information
Fig. 8
Remote control key
Two remote control keys are provided with the vehicle » Fig. 8.WARNING
■ Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is only
for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle.
The children might otherwise start the engine or operate electrical equipment
(e.g. power windows) - risk of injury!
■ Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle has
come to a stop. The steering lock might otherwise engage unintentionally -
risk of accident! CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.
■ Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and igni-
tion lock. Note
If you lose a key, please contact a ŠKODA Service Partner who will obtain a re-
placement key for you. Ð Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 9
Remote control key: Remove cover/remove battery
Each remote control key contains a battery which is housed under the cover B
» Fig. 9. If the battery is discharged, the red indicator light A
does not flash
after you press a button on the remote control key » Fig. 8 on page 27. We recom-
mend that you ask a ŠKODA
Service Partner to replace the key battery. However,
if you would like to replace the discharged battery yourself proceed as follows.
› Flip out the key.
› Press off the battery cover with your thumb or using a flat screwdriver in the
region of arrows 1
» Fig. 9.
› Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery down-
wards in the region of arrow 2
.
› Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing up-
wards. The correct polarity is shown on the battery cover.
› Place the battery cover on the key and press it down until it clicks into place. CAUTION
■ Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat-
tery. £
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For the sake of the environment
Dispose of the used battery in accordance with national legal provisions. Note
■ Please approach a ŠKODA Service Partner if you lose a key as they can obtain a
new one for you. ■ The system has to be synchronised, if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
with the remote control key after replacing the battery » page 32. ÐChild safety lock
Fig. 10
Child safety locks on the rear
doors
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the inside.
The door can only be opened from the outside.
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching on
› Use the vehicle key to turn the slit in the rear door in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 10.
Switching off
› Use the vehicle key to turn the slit to the right in the opposite direction to the
arrow. Ð Central locking system
Introductory information
When using the central locking and unlocking system, all the doors and the fuel
filler flap are locked or unlocked at the same time (if it was not set differently in
the menu item Settings - Convenience

of the information display). The boot lid is
unlocked when opening. The boot lid can then be opened by pressing the handle
on the lower edge of the boot lid » page 36.
Indicator light in the driver's door
After locking the vehicle, the indicator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick
succession, afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system » page 29 is not operating,
the indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out
and starts to flash evenly at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.
If the indicator light first of all flashes fast for about 2 seconds, afterwards lights
up for about 30 seconds without interruption and then flashes slowly, there is a
fault in the system of the central locking or in the interior monitor and in the tow-
ing protection monitoring » page 34. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
Convenience operation of windows
The windows can be opened and closed when unlocking and locking the vehi-
cle » page 42. Ð Individual settings
Opening a single door
This selection function makes it possible to only unlock the driver's door. The oth-
er doors and the fuel filler flap remain locked and are only unlocked after being
opened again.
Unlocking a vehicle side door
This selection function enables to unlock both doors on the driver's side. The oth-
er doors and the fuel filler flap remain locked and are only unlocked after being
opened again.
Unlocking the vehicle with the KESSY system
This selection function enables to unlock all the doors, individual doors, both
doors on the left and right vehicle side or to unlock the driver and front passenger
door at the same time. The other doors and the fuel filler flap remain locked and £
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are only unlocked after being unlocked again using the unlock button on the re-
mote control key
» Fig. 8 on page 27
or the central locking button » Fig. 11 on
page 30.
Automatic locking and unlocking
All the doors and the boot lid are locked automatically once the car reaches a
speed of about 15 km/h.
If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again. In
addition, it is possible for the driver or front passenger to unlock the car by press-
ing the central locking button  » page 30.
The vehicle doors can also be unlocked and opened by pulling once on the door
opening lever. WARNING
Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for exam-
ple at road crossings. Locked doors do, however, make it more difficult for res-
cuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - danger to life! Note
■ You can have the individual settings activated by a ŠKODA
Service Partner or
you can activate them yourself with the help of the information display » page 16,
Settings. ■ In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehi-
cle. ■ Only the driver's door can be unlocked or locked using the key if the central
locking system fails » page 35. The other doors and the boot lid can be manually
locked or unlocked. ■ Emergency locking of the door »

page 35.
■ Emergency unlocking of the boot lid » page 37. ÐSafe securing system
The central locking system is equipped with a safe securing system. The door
locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the outside. The indi-
cator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it begins
to flash evenly at longer intervals. It is not possible to open the doors with the
door handle either from the inside or from the outside. This acts as an effective
deterrent for attempts to break into your vehicle. The safe securing system can be deactivated within 2 seconds by double locking
the vehicle.
If the safe securing system is not in operation:
› the indicator light in the driver door flashes rapidly for about 2

seconds, goes
out and starts to flash at regular, longer intervals after about 30 seconds;
› is the filler flap locked.
The safe securing system is activated again the next time the vehicle is unlocked
and locked.
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is deactivated, the vehicle
can be opened from the inside by pulling the door opening lever. WARNING
If the vehicle is locked from the outside and the safe securing system is acti-
vated, there must not be any person in the vehicle as it is then no longer pos-
sible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors
make it more difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency -
hazard! Note
■ The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked even if the
safe securing system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not activa-
ted. ■ After locking the vehicle, you will be informed that the safe securing system is
activated by means of the message CHECK DEADLOCK on the instrument cluster
display. On vehicles that are equipped with an information display, the following
message will appear Check deadlock! Owner's manual! appears.Ð
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Vehicle locking/unlocking from the inside
Fig. 11
Central locking button
The doors and the boot lid can be unlocked/locked with the rocker switch on the
door opening lever of the driver or front passenger door » Fig. 11 even when the
ignition is not switched on.
The central locking button works only when the vehicle was not locked from the
outside and all doors are closed.
Locking
Press the symbol » Fig. 11 on the button. The symbol  in the button comes on.
Unlocking
Press the symbol » Fig. 11 on the button. The symbol  in the button is no longer
illuminated.
The following applies if your vehicle has been locked using the central locking
button.
› It is not possible to open the doors or the boot lid from the outside (safety fea-
ture, e.g. when stopping at traffic lights etc.).
› The vehicle doors can be unlocked and opened by pulling once on the door
opening lever.
› In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked from the inside in order to enable rescuers to gain
access to the vehicle.
By pressing and holding down the symbol  or  on the rocker switch in the driv-
er's door, the windows can be conveniently closed or opened. WARNING
The central locking system also operates if the ignition is switched off. Chil-
dren should never be left unattended in the vehicle since it is difficult to pro-
vide assistance from the outside when the doors are locked. Locked doors
make it difficult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency - hazard! Note
If the safe securing system is activated » page 29, the door opening lever and the
central locking buttons do not operate. Ð Remote control
Introductory information
You can use the remote control key to:
› unlock and lock the vehicle,
› unlock or open the boot lid,
› open and close the windows
»
page 42, Window convenience operation .
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle. The operating range of
the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range of the remote control can
be reduced if the batteries are weak.
The key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking and locking the
car manually and also for starting the engine.
If a lost key is replaced or if the receiver unit has been repaired or replaced, the
system must be initialised by a ŠKODA Service Partner. Only then can the remote
control key be used again. Note
■ The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched
on. ■ The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer-
ence from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter). £
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