2012 SKODA SUPERB bonnet

Using the system
Cockpit
Overview
Electric windows 40
Central locking system 30
Air outlet vents 94
Lever for the multifunction switch:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 54
› Speed regulating system 116
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag 149
› with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone 127, 137
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights 8
Lever for the multifunction switch:
› Multifunction display 12
› Windscreen wiper and wash system 59
Air outlet vents 94
Regulator for front left seat heating 69
Switch for hazard warning lights 53
Regulator for front right seat heating 69
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Storage compartment on the front passenger side 85
Front passenger airbag 149
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment) 153
Electric exterior mirror adjustment 64
Light switch 49
Bonnet release lever 1771
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18 Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head-
light beam range adjustment 53, 53
Storage compartment on the driver's side 86
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 104
Driver’s knee airbag 150
Ignition lock 105
TCS switch 111
Tyre pressure monitoring system 25
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the air conditioning system 94
› Operating controls for Climatronic 97
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 112
› Selector lever (automatic gearbox) 121
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 153
Park Assist 113
Front and rear parking aid 112
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Ashtrays 83
› Storage compartment 86
Note
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on
right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in »
Fig. 1. The symbols on
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models. Ð 19
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Cockpit

Warning against excessive speeds
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 12.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
With the button A
» Fig. 6
on page 13 on the windscreen wiper lever or the
adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel, select the menu item
Warning against excessive speeds .
› Activate the option for setting the speed limit (the value flashes) with the but-
ton B
on the windscreen wiper lever, or the adjustment wheel D
on the multi-
function steering wheel.
› Set the desired speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h, with the button A
on the windscreen
wiper lever or the adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel.
› Use the button B
on the windscreen wiper lever or the adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel to confirm the desired speed limit, or wait a
few seconds and the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flashing).
This allows you to set the speed in 5 km/h intervals.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
› With the button A
» Fig. 6
on page
13 on the windscreen wiper lever or the
adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel, select the menu item
Warning against excessive speeds .
› Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
› Use the button B
on the windscreen wiper lever or the adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel to accept the current speed as the speed
limit (the value flashes).
If you wish to change the set speed limit, it is changed in 5

km/h intervals (e.g. the
accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).
› Press repeatedly the button B
on the windscreen wiper lever or use the ad-
justment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel to confirm the desired
speed limit, or wait a few seconds and the setting is saved automatically (the
value stops flashing).
Change or delete speed limit
› With the button A
» Fig. 6
on page
13 on the windscreen wiper lever or the
adjustment wheel D
on the multifunction steering wheel, select the menu item
Warning against excessive speeds .
› Pressing the button B
on the windscreen wiper lever or the adjustment wheel
D
on the multifunction steering wheel deletes the speed limit.
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Pressing the button B
on the windscreen wiper lever or the adjustment wheel
D
on the multifunction steering wheel again activates change mode for the
speed limit.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. At
the same time the message Warning against excessive speeds appears on the
display with the set limit value.
The set speed limit value remains stored even after switching off the ignition. Ð MAXI DOT (information display)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu 16
Settings 16
Door, boot lid and bonnet warning 18
Auto Check Control 18
The information display provides you with information on the current operating
state of your vehicle . The information system also provides you with data relating
to the radio, mobile phone, multifunction display, navigation system, the unit con-
nected to the MDI port and the automatic gearbox » page 121. WARNING
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when cleaning)
to prevent any possible damage. Ð
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

Door, boot lid and bonnet warning
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
If at least one door is open, or the boot or bonnet is open, the information display
indicates the relevant
open door or boot/bonnet.
An audible signal also sounds if the vehicle is travelling at more than 6
km/h.ÐAuto Check Control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 15.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked contin-
uously when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the information dis-
play. The messages are displayed at the same time as the symbols in the informa-
tion display or the indicator lights in the instrument cluster » page 18.
If there is at least one error message, the menu item Vehicle status is displayed
in the menu. After selecting this menu the first of the error messages is dis-
played. Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.g.
1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is being dis-
played.
Warning symbols
 Engine oil pressure too low
» page 21
 Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too
hot » page 18
 Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty
» page 22
 Thickness of brake pads
» page 25
 Problem with engine oil pressure
» page 18ä
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Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot

A symbol  in the information display indicates that the temperature of the
clutches of the automatic gearbox is too high.
The following is displayed in the information display: Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's man.!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the symbol  disappears -
risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the symbol dis-
appears.
Problem with the engine oil pressure 
If the symbol  is shown in the information display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a

ŠKODA specialist garage. The information about the
maximum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol. 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 warning messages are shown in the information display, these messages
must be confirmed with the button B
» Fig. 7 on page 16 on the windscreen wip-
er lever or with the button D
on the multifunction steering wheel to call up the
main menu. ■ As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver. Ð Indicator lights
Overview
The indicator lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au-
dible signals.
When switching on the ignition, some indicator lights illuminate briefly as a func-
tion test. These indicator lights will disappear several seconds after the vehicle is
started. £
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
Handbrake
» page 20
 Brake system
» page 20
 Fastening the seat belt
» page 20
 Generator
» page 20
 Open door
» page 20
 Engine oil pressure
» page 21
 Coolant temperature/coolant level
» page 21
 Bonnet
» page 21
 Boot lid
» page 21
  Power steering
Steering lock (KESSY system)
» page 21
 Engine oil level
» page 22
 Electronic stability control (ESC)
Traction control system (TCS) » page 22
» page 23
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
» page 23
 Rear fog light
» page 23
 Lamp failure
Adaptive headlights » page 23
,
» page 23
 Control system for exhaust
» page 23
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
» page 24
 EPC fault light (petrol engine)
» page 24 
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
» page 24
 Fuel reserve
» page 24
 Airbag system
» page 25
 Tyre control display
» page 25
 Windscreen washer fluid level
» page 25
 Thickness of brake pads
» page 25
  Turn signal (left/right).
» page 25
 Low beam
» page 25
 Fog lights
» page 26
 Speed regulating system
» page 26
 Selector lever lock
Starting (KESSY system)
» page 26
 Main beam
» page 26 WARNING
■ If illuminated indicator lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.
■ The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes »
page 176, Engine compartment .Ð
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Instruments and Indicator Lights

Handbrake 
The indicator light  comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Release parking brake! ÐBrake system 
The indicator light  illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Brake fluid: Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 181 » .
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.
■ The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 176, Engine compartment .
■ If the indicator light  is displayed simultaneously with indicator light
 » page 23 , Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a ŠKODA specialist garage. ■ A fault to the braking system or the ABS system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance - risk of accident! ÐSeat belt indicator light 
The indicator light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The indicator light only
goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened his seat belt. If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a perma-
nent warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 20 km/h and simulta-
neously the indicator light  flashes.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
90

seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the indicator light  lights up
permanently. Ð Dynamo 
If the indicator light lights up  when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek help from a ŠKODA

specialist garage. The electrical system requires check-
ing. 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, Switches for the hazard warning light system . CAUTION
If the indicator light  (cooling system fault) comes on in addition to the indicator
light  when driving, stop the vehicle immediately and switch the engine off -
risk of engine damage! Ð Open door 
The indicator light 
comes on, if one or several doors are 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
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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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If the vehicle is unlocked within 45 seconds by inserting the key into the driver
door, the key must be inserted into the ignition lock and the ignition switched on
within 15 seconds of unlocking the door to deactivate the alarm system. The
alarm is triggered if the ignition is not switched on within 15 seconds.
When is the alarm triggered?
The following security areas of the locked vehicle are monitored:
› bonnet;
› boot lid;
› doors;
› ignition lock;
› Vehicle inclination
» page 34;
› Interior of the vehicle
» page 34;
› A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply;
› Socket of the factory-fitted towing device.
An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is discon-
nected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
How is the alarm switched off?
The alarm is switched off by unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control
or switching on the ignition. Note
■ The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years.
■ Before leaving the car, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors, and
the electric sliding/tilting roof or the panoramic sliding roof are properly closed to
ensure the full functionality of the anti-theft alarm system. ■ Coding of the radio remote control and the receiver unit precludes the use of
the radio remote control from other vehicles. Ð Interior monitor and towing protection monitoring
Fig. 14
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection monitoring
The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and then triggers the
alarm.
Switching off
› Switch off the ignition.
› Open the driver door.
› Press the button
 » Fig. 14 on the centre column on the driver side, the sym-
bol  that lights up in the button changes from red to orange.
› Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
The interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring are switched on again
automatically the next time the car is locked. Note
■ Switch off the interior monitor and the towing protection monitoring if there is
a possibility of the alarm being triggered by movements from (e.g. children or ani-
mals) within the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by
train or ship) or towed. ■ The opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the in-
terior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the glasses
storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehicle. Ð
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