2012 SKODA SUPERB engine

Note
■ If the battery in the remote control key is weak or discharged, the vehicle may
not be unlocked or locked via the KESSY system. In this case, use the emergency
unlocking or emergency locking of the driver's door » page 35.
■ The KESSY system can find the valid key, even if it was left in the front area of
the vehicle's roof for example. Make sure you know where the valid remote con-
trol key is at all times. ■ When locking/unlocking the vehicle using the sensors 1
» Fig. 13 or 2
do not
use gloves or other objects that might prevent the hand from coming into direct
contact with the sensor.
■ If you unlock the vehicle by means of the sensor in the handle and do not open
a door or the boot lid within the next 30
seconds, the vehicle will lock again auto-
matically and the safe securing system or anti-theft alarm system will be reactiva-
ted. This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally. ÐProtection against inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle
If the key, which was used to lock the vehicle, remains in the vehicle in the area D
» Fig. 13 on page 32

after locking and closing all of the doors including the boot
lid, the protection against inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle is activated
and the vehicle unlocks itself again.
The following message is displayed in the information display or display of the in-
strument cluster: Key in vehicle. or KEY IN VEHICLE.
Additionally, on vehicles which are fitted with the anti-theft alarm system, an au-
dible signal sounds. ÐMessages in the instrument cluster display
■ Key not found. or No Key
This message is displayed when you wish to start the engine and the system can-
not detect a valid key in the vehicle. This can occur if the key is outside the vehi-
cle, the battery in the key is discharged, the key is defective or the electromag-
netic field is strongly disturbed. This message is also displayed when the ignition
is switched on or the engine is running and the system cannot detect a valid key
in the vehicle.
■ Keyless faulty. or CHECK KEYLESS.
Error in the KESSY system; seek help from a

ŠKODA specialist garage. ■
Renew key battery! or KEY BATTERY
Low voltage of the remote control key battery, change the battery. Ð Parking the vehicle
If the vehicle is not unlocked within 60 or 90 hours, the sensors 1
» Fig. 13
on
page 32 and 2
in the handle of the front passenger's door are automatically de-
activated.
Activation after 60 hours
› Unlock the driver's door using the sensor 2
» Fig. 13 on page 32

.
› Press the handle of the boot lid.
› Unlock the vehicle using the button on the remote control key,
› Unlocking the driver's door in an emergency
» page 35.
Activation after 90 hours
› Unlock the vehicle using the button on the remote control key,
› Unlocking the driver's door in an emergency
» page 35.Ð Anti-theft alarm system
Introductory information
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people
seeking to break into the vehicle. The system triggers audible and visual warning
signals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
How is the alarm system activated?
The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked with the radio
remote control or the key in the driver's door . The door contact monitoring is ac-
tivated approx. 15 seconds after the locking. The interior and the towing protec-
tion monitoring are activated approx. 30 seconds after the locking. If a door is
opened during activation, the monitoring is only activated 5 seconds after closing.
How is the alarm system deactivated?
The alarm system is deactivated by pressing the unlock button on the radio re-
mote control. The anti-theft alarm system is reactivated if the vehicle is not
opened within 30 seconds after transmitting the radio signal.
The alarm system is also deactivated if you unlock the driver door using the key
within 45 seconds of locking the vehicle. £
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Unlocking and locking

Fog lights
Fig. 32
Dash panel: Light switch
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 48.
Switching on
›
First of all, turn the light switch to position
 or  » Fig. 32.
› Pull the light switch to position 1
.
The indicator light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 18. ÐFog lights with the function CORNER
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 48.
The fog lights with the function CORNER are designed to improve the illumination
of the surrounding area near the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.
The fog lights with the function
CORNER are adjusted according to the steering
angle or after switching on the turn signal light 1)
in the following circumstances:
› the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running or it moves with a speed of
maximum 40 km/h;
› the daylight driving lights are not switched on;
› the low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position
 and the
intensity of the ambient light causes the low beam to be switched on;
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the fog lights are not switched on;
› no reverse gear is engaged. Note
If the reverse gear is engaged during the active function CORNER, both fog lights
illuminate. Ð Rear fog lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 48.
Switching on
›
First of all, turn the light switch to position
 or  » Fig. 32 on page 52.
› Pull the light switch to position 2
.
The indicator light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the rear fog
lights are switched on » page 18.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted
towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is driven
with a trailer and the rear fog lights switched on. Ð
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1)
If both switch on versions are conflicting, for example if the steering wheel is turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
52 Using the system

Boot light (Combi)
Removable lamp
Fig. 42
Removeable lamp
A removable lamp is fitted on the left side of the boot. This lamp has two func-
tions:
› lighting the boot - it illuminates part B
» Fig. 42 (the lamp is in the holder),
› portable lamp - it illuminates part C
(the lamp has been removed from the
holder).
If the lamp is in the holder, it is automatically switched on when the boot lid is
opened. If the boot lid remains open for more than 10 minutes, the light switches
off automatically.
The lamp is supplied by three rechargeable type AAA batteries. The rechargeable
batteries are constantly charged when the engine is running. It takes approx. 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. ÐTaking out the lamp
Taking out the lamp › Grasp the lamp in the areas of the arrows D
» Fig. 42 on page 57
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.
Operation of the lamp › If you press the button A
once, the lamp lights up with 100 % light intensity.
› If you press the button A
again, the lamp lights up with 50 % light intensity.
› If you press the button A
once again, the lamp goes out.
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. 42 on page 57 of the lamp are automatically switched
off.
■ The removed light can operate for a max. of 24 hours at an intensity of 100 %
and a max.of
48 hours at an intensity of 50 %. Ð Replacing the rechargeable batteries of the lamp
Proceed as follows if you wish to replace the faulty rechargeable batteries your-
self:
› 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. 42 on page 57

.
› Remove the faulty rechargeable batteries from the lamp.
› Insert the new rechargeable batteries.
› Insert the cover for the rechargeable batteries and press it down until it clicks
into place. CAUTION
We recommend having the faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
specialist garage. If the lamp is not correctly opened, it can be damaged. £
57
Lights and visibility

For the sake of the environment
Dispose of the faulty rechargeable batteries in accordance with environmental
regulations. Note
■ Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the rechargeable batteries.
■ The replacement rechargeable batteries must have the same specification as
the original rechargeable batteries. If other types of rechargeable batteries are
used, the power output can be reduced or it can lead to a malfunction of the
lamp. ÐVisibility
Windscreen and rear window heater
Fig. 43
Switch for windscreen heater/switch for rear window heater
Windscreen heater › The windscreen heater is switched on or off by pressing the switch
 » Fig. 43
-  - the indicator light in the switch comes on or goes out.
Rear window heater
› The rear window heater is switched on or off by pressing the switch
 » Fig. 43 -
 - the indicator light in the switch comes on or goes out.
The windscreen and rear window heater only operates when the engine is run-
ning. The windscreen and rear window heater automatically
switches off after approxi-
mately 10 minutes. For the sake of the environment
The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free from
mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel econ-
omy »

page 161 , Saving electricity . Note
■ If the on-board voltage drops, the windscreen and rear window heater switches
off automatically, to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con-
trol » page 186, Automatic load deactivation .
■ The position and shape of the switch for the rear window heater can vary de-
pending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. Ð Sun visors
Fig. 44
Sun visor/double sun visor
The sun visor for the driver or front passenger can be pulled out of the fixture and
swivelled towards the door in the direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 44.
The vanity mirrors in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover open
in the direction of the arrow 2
. When you slide open the cover, the vanity mirror
lighting in the headliner switches on automatically. It switches off again when
you slide the cover closed or when you raise the sun visor.
On vehicles that are equipped with a double sun visor, the auxiliary visor can be
unfolded in the direction of the arrow 3
after swivelling the sun visor towards
the door. £
58 Using the system

›
Set the desired break between the individual wiper strokes with the switch A
.
Slow wipe
› Position the lever upwards into position 2
» Fig. 47.
Fast wipe
› Position the lever upwards into position 3
» Fig. 47.
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
› Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position 5
» Fig. 47, the washer system is activated immediately, while the windscreen
wipers start wiping a little later. The wash system and the windscreen wiper op-
erate simultaneously at a speed of more than 120
km/h.
› Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper continues
for another 3 - 4 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the
windscreen). At a speed of more than 2 km/h, the wiper wipes once again 5 sec-
onds after the last wiper stroke in order to wipe the last drops from the wind-
screen. This feature can be activated/deactivated by a

ŠKODA specialist garage.
Rain sensor
› Place the lever in position 1
» Fig. 47.
› The sensitivity of the sensor can be set individually with the switch A
.
Wiping the rear window pane (Combi)
› Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position 6
» Fig. 47
and the
windscreen wiper will operate every 6

seconds.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window (Combi)
› Press the lever completely away from the steering wheel into the spring-ten-
sioned position 7
» Fig. 47, the washer system is activated immediately, while
the windscreen wiper starts wiping a little later. The wiper and washer system
will operate as long as the lever is held in this position.
› Release the lever. The washer system stops and the wiper continues for anoth-
er 2 to 3
wiper strokes (depending on the duration of the spraying process). The
lever will stay in position after releasing it 6
.
Switching windscreen wipers off
› Move the lever back into the home position 0
» Fig. 47.
Winter position
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from the
windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wipers in
winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily. This rest position is set as follows:
›
Switch on the windscreen wipers.
› Switch off the ignition. The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which
they were when switching off the ignition.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 62.Ð Automatic rear window wiper (Combi)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 59.
If the windscreen wiper is in position 2
» Fig. 47 on page 60 or 3
the rear win-
dow is wiped every 30 or 10 seconds if the vehicle's speed exceeds 5
km/h.
When the rain sensor is active (the lever is in the position 1
) the function is only
active if the windscreen wipers operate in continuous mode (no break between
each wiping process).
Activation/deactivation
The function of the automatic rear window wiper is activated/deactivated in the
information display in the menu:
■ Settings
■ Lights & Vision
■ Rear wiper Ð Alternative park position of the rear window wiper (Combi)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 59.
Each time after switching off the engine for the second time, the wiper blade of
the rear window wiper is tilted. This prolongs the life of the wiper blade.
Activation/deactivation
› Switch on the ignition.
› Push the operating level into the position 6
» Fig. 47 on page 60 five times in
succession within 5

seconds.
› Switch off the ignition. After switching on the ignition again, the alternative
park position of the rear window wiper is activated/deactivated. Ð
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Lights and visibility

Exterior mirror
Fig. 52
Inner part of door: Rotary knob
Adjust the rear mirror before commencing to drive so that there is a clear view to
the rear.
Heating of the external mirror
› Place the rotary knob into the position
 » Fig. 52.
The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an
outside temperature of +20 °C.
Adjusting left and right exterior mirrors simultaneously
› Place the rotary knob into the position
. The movement of the mirror surface is
identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
The adjustment of both mirrors simultaneously or each individual mirror is possi-
ble in the Information display » table on page 17
in the menu point Mirror adjust. .
Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror
› Place the rotary knob into the position
. The movement of the mirror surface is
identical to the movement of the rotary knob.
Switching off operating control
› Place the rotary knob into the position
.
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors with the rotary knob
› Place the rotary knob into the position
.
The mirrors are folded back into the driving position after the rotary knob is
turned from the position  to a different one.
It is only possible to fold in both exterior mirrors when the ignition is switched on
and at a speed of up to 15

km/h. Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors using the remote control key
› If all of the windows are closed, press and hold the lock button 3
» Fig. 12 on
page 31 on the radio remote control for approx. 2

seconds.
The exterior mirrors are folded back into the driving position after opening the
door or switching on the ignition.
Tilting surface of front passenger exterior mirror
On vehicles fitted with the memory function for the driver seat, the surface of the
mirror tilts down slightly when the reverse gear is engaged and the rotary knob is
in the position  » Fig. 52. This provides an aid in seeing the kerb of the pavement
when parking the car.
The mirror returns into its initial position, after the rotary knob is moved out of
the position  and put into another position or if the speed is more than 15 km/h.
Memory for exterior mirrors
On vehicles fitted with a memory function for the driver seat, the relevant setting
for the exterior mirrors is also stored automatically when the seat position is stor-
ed » page 68. WARNING
■ Convex (curved outward) or a spherical exterior mirrors increase the vision
field. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mir-
rors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the following
vehicles.
■ Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles. CAUTION
Never mechanically fold in or fold back the exterior mirrors with the fold-in func-
tion  by hand as this will damage the electric drive. Note
■ If the exterior mirrors were folded in using the rotary knob, they can only be fol-
ded back into the driving position using the rotary knob. ■ If the exterior mirrors were folded in using the remote control key and if the ro-
tary knob was in the fold-in position before the ignition was switched on, the mir-
rors will remain in the fold-in position the next time the ignition is switched on.
The mirrors are folded back into the driving position after the rotary knob is
turned from the position  to a different one. £
64 Using the system

Seat heaters
Fig. 56
Regulator for heating the front seats/rear seats
The seat backrests and surfaces of the front seats and the two outer rear seats
can be heated electrically.
› The seat heaters on the driver's and front passenger's seat can be switched on
and regulated by pressing the button in the area of the symbol  or  »
Fig. 56 -
 .
› The heaters on the left or right rear seats can be switched on and regulated by
pressing the regulator  or
 » Fig. 56 -
.
By pressing the button once, the heating is switched to the highest intensity -
level 3, which is indicated by all three of the indicator lights in the switch lighting
up.
With repeated pressing of the switch, the intensity of the heating is down-regula-
ted up to the switch-off. The intensity of the heating is indicated by the number
of illuminated indicator lights in the switch. WARNING
If, as an occupant, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity,
e.g. through medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes),
we recommend 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 pressure at specific points to
avoid damaging the heating elements for the seat heaters.
■ Do not use the seat heaters if the seats are not occupied by persons or if ob-
jects, such as a child seat, bag, etc., are fastened or stored on them. A fault of the
heating elements in the seat heating can occur.
■ Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 172, Fabric covers on electrically
heated seats. Note
■ The seat heating should only be switched on when the engine is running. This
has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity. ■ If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automatically, in
order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 186.
■ If the heaters for the rear seats are set to the highest intensity - level 3, they
are automatically switched over to level 2 after 10 minutes (two indicator lights
are illuminated on the switch). Ð Ventilated front seats
Fig. 57
Rocker switch for the seat venti-
lation
Heat and condensation can be removed from the seat cushions and seat backr-
ests on the front seats.
The ventilation is operated using the rocker switch » Fig. 57 in the front part of
the seat cushion, in front of the seat control elements for the electric front seat
adjustment.
› Thew ventilation of the front seat is switch on by toggling the rocker switch in-
to position 1 - lower intensity, or position 2 - higher intensity.£
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Seats and Stowage

›
To switch off the ventilation shift the rocker switch into the horizontal position
. WARNING
If 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 pressure at specific points to
avoid damaging the electronic seat elements or the fan.
■ The fan is located underneath the front seat cushion. Do not place any objects
in this area - it may damage the fan.
■ Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 172, Fabric covers on electrically
heated seats. 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 de-
tect the right seat surface temperature. ÐHead restraints
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting, removing and installing a head restraint 70
Middle rear head restraint 71
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head.
The position of the front and rear outer head restraints is adjustable in height.
The middle rear head restraint is adjustable in two positions. The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor-
rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec-
tion for the occupants » page 141, Correct seated position . WARNING
■ The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.
■ Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.
■ If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position. Ð Adjusting, removing and installing a head restraint
Fig. 58
Head restraint: adjusting/removing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 70.
Adjusting the height of a head restraint
› Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it upwards as
required » Fig. 58 - .
› To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety but-
ton » Fig. 58 -  with one hand and press the head restraint downwards with
the other hand.
Removing and installing a head restraint
› Pull the head restraint up out of the seat backrest as far as the stop (for the
rear head restraints fold the seat backrest forward).
› Press the locking button in direction of the arrow
» Fig. 58 -  and pull the
head restraint out. £
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70 Using the system