2012 SKODA SUPERB lights

“Quick-charging” the vehicle battery is
dangerous and requires a special charger
and specialist knowledge. We therefore recommend having the quick charging of
vehicle batteries undertaken by a
ŠKODA specialist garage.
The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging. CAUTION
On vehicles with the START/STOP system, the pole terminal of the charger must
not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery, but only
to the engine earth » page 204, Jump-starting in vehicles with the

START-STOP
system . ÐDisconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 182.
On disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery the following functions
are initially deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free.
Operation Operating measure
Electrical power window (operational faults) » page 43
Panoramic sliding roof (operational faults) » page 46
Enter the radio/navigation system code num-
ber » User manual of the radio
or »
user manual of the navigation
system
Setting the clock » page 11
Data in the multifunction display are deleted. » page 12Note
We recommend having the vehicle checked by a ŠKODA Service Partner to ensure
the full functionality of all electrical systems. ÐReplacing the vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 182.ä
ä When replacing a battery, the new vehicle battery must have the same capacity,
voltage, amperage and be the same size. Suitable types of vehicle batteries can
be purchased from a

ŠKODA Service Partner.
We recommend that the battery is replaced by a ŠKODA Service Partner, where
the new vehicle battery will be installed properly and the original battery will be
disposed of in accordance with national regulations. Ð Automatic load deactivation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 182.
An intelligent vehicle power management system automatically takes various
measures at high loads on the vehicle battery to prevent discharging of the bat-
tery: This manifests itself by the following:
› The idling speed is raised to allow the generator to deliver more electricity to
the electrical system.
› Where appropriate large consumers of power, e.g. seat heaters, rear window
heaters, voltage supply to the 12V power socket, have their power limited or in
case of emergency shut off completely. Note
Despite such intervention by the vehicle electric system management, the vehicle
battery may be drained. For example, when the ignition is switched on a long time
with the engine turned off or the side or parking lights are turned on during lon-
ger parking. Driving comfort is not put at risk by any shutting off of consumers.
Often the driver is not aware of it having taken place. Ð ä
186 General Maintenance

Tyre control display
Fig. 169
Button for setting the tyre infla-
tion pressure control value
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 187.
The tyre control display compares the speed and thus the rolling circumference of
the individual wheels with the help of the ABS sensors. If the rolling circumfer-
ence of a wheel is changed, the indicator light
 in the instrument clus-
ter » page 25, Tyre control display  and an audible signal sounds.
The rolling circumference of the tyre can change if: › the tyre inflation pressure is too low;
› the structure of the tyre is damaged;
› the vehicle is loaded on one side;
› the wheels of an axle are loaded heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or when
driving uphill or downhill);
› snow chains are mounted;
› the temporary spare wheel is mounted;
› one wheel per axle was changed.
Basic setting of the system
After changing the tyre inflation pressure, after changing one or several wheels,
the position of a wheel on the vehicle (e.g. exchanging the wheels between the
axles) or when the indicator light lights up while driving, a basic setting of the
system must be carried out as follows: › Inflate all of the tyres to the specified inflation pressure
» page 188, Service life
of tyres.
› Switch on the ignition.
ä
›
Press and hold the button

  » Fig. 169
for longer than 2 seconds. While
pressing the button, the indicator light  illuminates. At the same time the sys-
tem memory is erased and the new calibration is started, which is confirmed
with an audible signal and then the indicator light  goes out.
› If the indicator light
 does not go out after the basic setting, this indicates a
system fault. Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage.
The indicator light  is lit
If the tyre inflation pressure of at least one wheel is insufficiently inflated in com-
parison to the stored basic value, the indicator light  » lights up.
The indicator light  flashes
If the indicator light flashes, there is a system fault. Seek help from a

ŠKODA spe-
cialist garage to correct the fault. WARNING
■ When the indicator light  illuminates, immediately reduce the speed and
avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres. Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible and inspect the tyres and their inflation pressure.
■ Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the indicator light  can be delayed or does not light up at all.
■ The tyre control display does not absolve the driver of the responsibility to
ensure the correct tyre inflation pressure. For this reason, the tyre inflation
pressure must be checked regularly. Note
■ The tyre control display does therefore not replace the regular tyre inflation
pressure control, as the system cannot detect an even loss of pressure. ■ The tyre control display cannot provide a warning in the event of very rapid tyre
inflation pressure loss, e.g. in the case of sudden tyre damage. In this case care-
fully bring the vehicle to a standstill without sudden steering movements or
sharp braking.
■ To ensure a proper functioning of the tyre control display, it is necessary to re-
peat the basic setting every 10 000 km or once a year. Ð
192 General Maintenance

Jump-starting in vehicles with the START-STOP system
Fig. 179
Jump-starting - START-STOP
system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 202.
On vehicles with the START-STOP system, the jump-start cable of the charger
must never be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery, but
only to the engine earth
» Fig. 179. ÐJump-starting vehicles with the vehicle battery in the boot
Fig. 180
Detail of the engine compart-
ment: Jump-starting point
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 202.
On vehicles with the vehicle battery in the boot, the positive terminal of the bat-
tery supplying the power can only be connected to the jump-starting point in the
engine compartment of the vehicle being started by means of a jump-start ca-
ble » Fig. 180!
›
Open the protective cap of the jump-starting point in the direction of the arrow.
ä
ä ›
Connect the positive terminal of the battery supplying the power with the
jump-starting point.
› Attach the negative terminal of the battery supplying the power to a solid met-
al part firmly connected to the engine block or to the engine block itself.
› Start the engine.
› After starting the engine, close the protective cap of the jump-starting point. Ð Towing the vehicle
ä
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front towing eye 205
Rear towing eye 206
Vehicles a towing device 206
Vehicles with manual transmission can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope
or with the front or rear wheels raised.
Vehicles with automatic transmission can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at rear, the automatic
gearbox is damaged!
A tow bar is the safest way of towing a vehicle and also minimises any shocks.
Only use a tow rope if a suitable tow bar is not available.
When towing, the following guidelines must be observed.
Driver of the tow vehicle
› Release the clutch particularly gently when starting off or depress the accelera-
tor particularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
› On vehicles with a manual transmission, only push down on the accelerator
pedal once the rope is taught.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
Driver of the towed vehicle
› Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not blocked and so that the
turn signal lights, horn, windscreen wipers and windscreen washer system can
be switched on.
› Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position
N if the
vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox. £
204 Do-it-yourself

Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 183
Fuse box cover/Schematic diagram of the fuse box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 207.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
›
Remove the cover for the fuse box using a screwdriver
» Fig. 183.
› Replace the cover once the fuse has been changed.
Fuse assignment in the dash panel No. Power consumer
1 Diagnostic socket, engine control unit, fuel pump relay, fuel pump
control unit
2 Control unit for ABS, ESC, switch for the tyre control display, brake
sensor
3 Switch and airbag control unit
4 WIV, tail lights, dimming mirrors, pressure sensor, telephone preinstal-
lation
5 Control unit for headlight beam adjustment and headlight swivel, con-
trol unit for parking aid, control unit for park assist
6 Instrument cluster, control unit for electromechanical power steering,
Haldex, selector lever lock, power supply for data bus, AG
7 Valve heating, air mass meter
8 Control unit for trailer detection 9 Relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation
10 Adaptive left main headlight ä
No. Power consumer
11 Adaptive right main headlight
12 Not assigned
13 Diagnostic socket, light switch, rain sensor, clock
14 Central locking system and bonnet lid 15 Central control unit - interior lights
16 The air conditioning system 17 Not assigned
18 Phone 19 Instrument cluster, windscreen wiper lever, and turn signal lever
20 KESSY 21 KESSY ELV
22 Air blower for Climatronic
23 Front power window, central locking of the front doors
24 Selector lever lock, AG 25 Rear window heater, relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation
26 Power socket in the boot 27 Fuel pump relay, control unit for fuel pump, injection valves
28 Electric boot lid 29 AG, Haldex
30 Ventilated front seats 31 DVD pre-installation
32 Front power window, central locking system of the rear doors
33 Electric sliding/tilting roof
34 Alarm, spare horn 35 front and rear lighter
36 Headlight cleaning system 37 Heated front seats
38 Heated rear seats 39 Rear window wiper
40 Fan air-conditioning system, relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation 41 Not assigned
42 Light switch £208
Do-it-yourself

No. Power consumer
F40 Lambda probe F41 AKF valve
F42 Lambda probe
F43 Ignition
F44-46 Not assigned F47 Front left main headlight, left tail light
F48 Pump for ABS F49 Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on)
F50-51 Not assigned F52 Power supply relay - terminal X a)
F53 Accessories
F54 Not assigned a)
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. Power consumer
F1 Not assigned
F2 Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG
F3 Measuring circuit
F4 Valves for ABS F5 Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG
F6 Not assigned F7 Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on)
F8 Radio F9 Not assigned
F10 Engine control unit, Main relay F11 Auxiliary heating and ventilation control unit
F12 Data bus control unit
F13 Engine control unit
F14 Ignition F15 Lambda probe (petrol engine), glow plug system relay and fuel pump (diesel engine) No. Power consumer
F16 Front right main headlight, right tail light F17 Horn
F18 Audio amplifier (sound system) F19 Windscreen wipers
F20 Valve for fuel dosing Coolant pump
F21 Lambda probe
F22 Clutch pedal switch
F23 Relay, valves, high pressure pump
F24 Radiator fan F25 Pump for ABS
F26 Left main headlight F27 Control unit for glow plug system
F28 Windscreen heater F29 Accessories
F30 Power supply relay - terminal X a) a)
In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components
of this terminal are automatically switched off. Ð Bulbs
ä
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights 211
Fog lights and daylight driving lights 212
Tail lamp assembly 213
Tail light (Combi) 214
Licence plate light 214
Licence plate light (Combi) 215
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, if uncertain, we
recommend that bulbs are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage or other expert
help is sought. £
210 Do-it-yourself

›
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
■ Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not sufficiently
illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficulty by other
road users.
■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 176, Engine compartment .
■ Bulbs H7 and H3 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, professional
knowledge is required - danger to life! 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, nap-
kin, or similar. ■ When removing and installing the tail light make sure that the paintwork of the
vehicle and the tail light are not damaged. Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is possi-
ble to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
light bulbs should be changed by a
ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs be always carried in the vehi-
cle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from
ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■ We recommend that the headlight settings are checked by a ŠKODA specialist
garage after replacing a bulb in the main or low beam.
■ Gas discharge bulbs and LED diodes are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage. Ð Headlights
Fig. 186
Headlights: Location of the bulbs/Removing bulbs for the parking
light and main beam Fig. 187
Removing the bulb for the low
beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 210.
Overview of the location of the bulbs
» Fig. 186. 1
- parking light and main beam
2
- low beam light
3
- front turn signal light
Change the light bulb for the parking light
› Open the bonnet.
› Remove the rubber cover 1
» Fig. 186
.
› Remove the holder A
»
Fig. 186
.
› Remove the faulty bulb from the holder and insert a new one.
£
ä
211
Fuses and light bulbs

Changing the bulb for the main beam
›
Open the bonnet.
› Remove the rubber cover 1
» Fig. 186
.
› Push the circlips B
together and unhook to the side.
› Remove the holder C
.
› Remove the faulty bulb from the holder and insert a new one.
› Insert the rubber cover.
Installation is carried out in the reverse order.
Changing the bulb for the low beam
› Open the bonnet.
› Remove the rubber cover 2
.
› Turn the connector with the bulb in an
anti-clockwise direction up to the stop
and remove » Fig. 187.
› Replace the lamp, insert the connector with the new bulb and turn
in a clock-
wise direction to the the stop.
› Insert the rubber cover. ÐFog lights and daylight driving lights
Fig. 188
Front bumper: Cover/fog lights with daylight driving lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 210.
Replacing bulbs
›
Grasp the cover in the areas marked by the arrows
» Fig. 188 -  and remove it.
› Insert your hand into the opening left by the cover and press the lug 3
» Fig. 188
-  .
› Remove the front fog lamp.
ä ›
Turn the connector 1
(daylight driving light) or 2
(fog light) with the bulb in
an anti-clockwise direction up to the stop and remove.
› Replace the lamp, insert the connector with the new bulb and turn
in a clock-
wise direction to the the stop.
› To re-install the fog light, first of all place the fog light with the lug on the side
opposite the license plate.
› Press in the fog lamp on the side closest to the license plate. The lug must en-
gage firmly.
› To reinstall the cover, first of all insert part of the cover starting on the side fac-
ing the fog light. Then press the cover on the side closest to the license plate.
The cover must engage firmly. Ð
212 Do-it-yourself

Tail lamp assembly
Fig. 189
Outer part of the tail light/Removing the internal part of the tail
light Fig. 190
Outer part of the tail light: Bulbs/Inner part of the tail light: Bulbs
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 210.
Overview of the location of the bulbs
» Fig. 190. 1
- Turn signal lights
2
- Parking lights/Brake light
3
- parking lights
4
- Reversing light
5
- Rear fog light
ä Removing and installing the outer part of the tail light
› Open the boot lid.
› Remove the plug
» Fig. 189 -  and unscrew the tail light with a torx
wrench » page 196, Vehicle tool kit .
› Carefully remove the light. Do not pull the grommet with the cables out of the
bodywork.
› To re-install the tail light, first of all guide it with the support A
°» Fig. 190 to-
wards the front onto a bolt on the bodywork.
› Carefully press the tail light onto the bodywork.
› Screw the tail light into place and push in the plugs
» Fig. 189 - .
Changing bulbs in the outer part of the tail light
› To replace the bulb, turn the bulb holder
anti-clockwise up to the stop and re-
move it from the housing.
› Replace the bulb, insert the holder with the bulb into the housing and turn
in a
clockwise direction to the the stop.
Removing and installing the inner part of the tail light
› Open the boot lid.
› Remove the tail light cover on the inner side of the boot lid
» Fig. 189 -  .
› Press the lug
» Fig. 189 -  and remove the lamp holder from the tail light
housing.
› To re-install, insert the lamp holder into the tail light housing.
› Press the lug until it clicks into place.
› Insert the tail light cover on the inner side of the boot lid.
Changing bulbs in the inner part of the tail light
› Remove the faulty bulb 4
» Fig. 190
from the holder and insert a new bulb.
› Turn the bulb 5
in an anti-clockwise direction
up to the stop and remove. In-
sert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the the
stop. Ð
213
Fuses and light bulbs