2013 SKODA SUPERB battery

The function is switched on automatically if the following conditions are met:The light switch is in position  » Fig. 32 on page 53.
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced. The ignition is switched off.
The functions and settings of the illumination time can be activated/deactivated
via the MAXI DOT display in the menu items Coming Home or Leaving
Home » page 29 .
The light is regulated based on data gathered by the light sensor attached be- tween the windscreen and the interior mirror » page 53.
The function switches on the parking and low beam lights, the entry lighting in
the exterior mirrors and the licence plate light.
COMING HOME
The light turns on automatically when you open the driver's door on (within 60 seconds of turning off the ignition).
The light turns off 10 seconds after closing all the doors and the tailgate or after
the preset time.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
LEAVING HOME
The light turns on automatically after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control.
The light turns off after 10 seconds or after a preset time or after the vehicle is
locked.
CAUTION
Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind-
screen, so that its functionality is not impaired or disabled.
Note
If this function is activated constantly, the battery will be heavily discharged par-
ticularly in short-haul traffic.Hazard warning light systemFig. 34
Button for hazard warning light
system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 51.
Switching on/off
›
Press the 
» Fig. 34 button.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch on
automatically.
When the turn signal is switched on while the hazard warning light system is on
(and ignition is switched on), only the turn signal light for the selected driving di- rection will flash while the turn signal is switched on.
WARNINGSwitch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following oc-
curs.■
You encounter a traffic congestion.
■
The vehicle has broken down.
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The front - and rear window heater only operates when the engine is running.
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 146 , Saving electrical energy .
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 218 , Automatic load deactivation .■
If the light is flashing inside the button the heater is off due to low battery.
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Sun visors
Fig. 41
Sun visor/double sun visor
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 59.
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. 41 .
The vanity mirrors in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover in
the direction of the arrow
2
. When you slide open the cover, the vanity mirror
lighting in the headliner
A
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.WARNINGThe sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the deploy-
ment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens, etc. are attached to them. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head air-
bag is deployed.
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Sun screen
Fig. 42
Unroll the sun screen
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 59.
The sun screen is located in the lower part of the boot cover.
Pulling out
›
Pull the sun screen on the handle
A
» Fig. 42 and hang it in the magnetic
brackets
B
.
Folding
›
Remove the sun screen from the magnetic brackets
B
and hold it on the han-
dle
A
so that it can slowly roll up into the housing on the boot cover without
being damaged.
Note
Do not place any objects that react sensitively to influences of magnetic fields
(watches, electronics, etc.) in the immediate vicinity of the magnetic brackets.
They can be damaged by the magnetic field.
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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.
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Convenience features of passenger seat
Fig. 56
Operating passenger seat from
the rear seat
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 70.
The front passenger seat can also be operated from the rear seat.
Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest
›
Push the switch
A
in the direction of one of the arrows 1 » Fig. 56 .
Adjusting a seat in a forward/back direction
›
Push the switch
B
in the direction of one of the arrows 2 » Fig. 56 .
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Armrest, frontFig. 57
Adjusting armrest
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 70.
The armrest is adjustable for height and length.
Setting height
›
First of all fold the cover downwards and then lift it in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 57 to one of the 4 fixed positions.
Move
›
Move the cover into the desired position in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 57 .
The armrest includes a storage compartment underneath » page 79.
Note
Push the armrest cover all the way back to the stop before applying the hand-
brake.
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›Grasp the ashtray insert B
» Fig. 68 in the area marked with the arrows and
remove it in the direction of the arrow 2.
Insertion takes place in the reverse order.WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
Note
The ashtrays are fitted with an interior light which lights up when the parking
light is on.
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 69
Boot: Superb / Superb Combi socket
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 74.
Overview of the 12-volt power socket
In the front centre console
A
» Fig. 67 on page 77.
In the rear centre console
B
» Fig. 67 on page 77.
In the boot » Fig. 69.
Using the power socket
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter » Fig. 67 on page 77or
open the cover for the power socket » Fig. 69.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12-volt power sockets and any connected appliances can also be operated
when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn » .WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can cause
fires, burns and other serious injuries.■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical accesso-
ries with a power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-
trical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of
the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in
accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch the
ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from voltage
fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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78Using the system

Removable ski bagFig. 80
Securing the through-loading
bag
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 74.
The removable through-loading bag is solely used for transporting skis.
Loading
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Fold the rear armrest and the cover in the seat backrest downwards » page 83,
Rear seat backrest with long-cargo channel .
›
Place the empty, removable through-loading bag in such a way that the end of
the bag with the zip is in the boot.
›
Push the skis into the removable through-loading bag from the boot » .
›
Close the through-loading bag.
Securing
›
Tighten the strap
A
on the free end around the skis in front of the bind-
ings » Fig. 80 .
›
Fold the seat backrest a little forward.
›
Guide the securing strap
B
through the opening in the seat backrest around
the upper part of the seat backrest.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the unlocking button clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Insert the securing strap
B
into the lock
C
until it clicks into place.
On vehicles fitted with a luggage net partition, guide the securing strap
B
around the housing when the net partition is rolled up. After fixing the net parti-
tion in place, it is not longer possible to unroll the net partition.
WARNING■ After placing skis into the through-loading bag, you must secure the bag
with the securing strap B » Fig. 80 .■
The strap
A
must hold the skis tight.
■
Make sure that the strap
A
holds the skis in front of the binding (also refer
to imprint on the removable through-loading bag).
■
The total weight of the skis which are transported must not exceed 24 kg.
Note
■ The through-loading bag is foreseen for four pairs of skis.■Place the skis with the tips facing to the front and the sticks with the tips facing
to the rear. into the removable through-loading bag.■
If there are several pairs of skis in the removable through-loading bag, ensure
that the bindings are positioned at the same height.
■
The removable through-loading bag must never be folded together or stowed
when moist.
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Luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class N1 vehicles
85
Fastening elements
86
Fixing nets
86
Folding hook
86
Floor covering
87
Luggage net
87
Luggage compartment cover
88
Roll-up boot cover (Superb Combi)
88
Automatic Retractable cargo cover (Superb Combi)
89
Side pockets in luggage compartment
89
Side compartment in boot with battery
90
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)
90
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle: 
84Using the system

Side compartment in boot with batteryFig. 90
Open compartment with battery: Superb / Superb Combi
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 84.
On some vehicles the battery is located in the left compartment » page 215.
Open / close compartment (Superb)
›
Unfasten the bolts eg with a coin or screwdriver in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 90 .
Closing takes place in the reverse order.
Open and close compartment / (Superb Combi)
›
For example, insert a coin in the slot
A
and lift them in the arrow direction
2
» Fig. 90 .
The compartment opens in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Close compartment (opposite to arrow direction)
3
until you hear it click.
Note
The side compartment where the battery is located is labelled in the Superb Com-
bi vehicles with the symbol .
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)Fig. 91
Removing non-lockable side
compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 84.
Increasing the size of the boot
›
Remove the cover of the stowage compartment in the direction of the ar- row » Fig. 91 .
CAUTION
When handling the side compartment, ensure that the cover and the cover
mountings are not damaged.
Removable light (Superb Combi)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Use light
91
Changing rechargeable light batteries
91
A removable lamp is fitted on the left side of the boot. This lamp has two func-
tions.
› Lighting the luggage compartment - part
B
illuminated
» Fig. 92 on page 91
(lamp in holder).
› Portable lamp - part
C
illuminated (lamp removed from the holder).
If the lamp is in the holder, it is automatically switched on when the tailgate is
opened and switched off again when the tailgate is closed. 
90Using the system

Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching on/off
108
Radio remote control
109
Conditions for the functioning of auxiliary heating (Aux. heating and ventilation),
hereinafter referred to only as auxiliary heating (Aux. heating).
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.
The fuel supply is adequate (the warning icon 
is not lit in the display of the
instrument cluster).
Auxiliary ventilation
The auxiliary ventilation enables fresh air to flow into the vehicle interior by
switching off the engine, whereby the interior temperature is effectively de-
creased (e.g. with the vehicle parked in the sun).
Auxiliary heating (aux. heating)
The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) can be used when stationary, when the en- gine is switched off to preheat the vehicle and while driving (e.g. during the heat-
ing phase of the engine).
The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) functions in connection with the air-con-
ditioning system or Climatronic.
The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) also warms up the engine. This is not valid for
vehicles with the 3.6 l/191 kW FSI engine.
The auxiliary heating (parking heating) warms up the coolant by combusting fuel
from the vehicle tank. The coolant heats air flowing into the passenger compart-
ment (as long as the blower fan speed
B
» Fig. 107 on page 100 or » Fig. 108 on
page 103 is not set to zero).
WARNING■ The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) must never be operated in closed rooms
(e.g. garages) – risk of poisoning!■
The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) must not be allowed to run during refu-
elling – risk of fire.
■
The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating (aux. heating) is located on the un-
derside of the vehicle. Therefore, if you wish to operate the auxiliary heating
(aux. heating), do not park the vehicle in such a way that the exhaust gases
can come into contact with highly flammable materials (e.g. dry grass) or easily
inflammable substances (e.g. spilt fuel) – risk of fire.
CAUTION
■ Running auxiliary heating (aux. heating) consumes fuel from the vehicle tank
and automatically controls the filling level. If only a low quantity of fuel is present in the fuel tank, the auxiliary heating (aux. heating) switches off.■
The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating (aux. heating), which is located on the
underside of the vehicle, must not be clogged and the exhaust flow must not be blocked.
■
If the auxiliary heating (aux. heating) is running, the vehicle battery discharges.
If the auxiliary heating and ventilation has been operated several times over a
longer period, the vehicle must be driven a few kilometres in order to recharge
the vehicle battery.
Note
■ The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) switches on the blower B » Fig. 107 on
page 100 or » Fig. 108 on page 103 only if it has achieved a coolant temperature
of approx. 50 °C.■
At low outside temperatures, this can result in a formation of water vapour in
the area of the engine compartment. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
■
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or leaves)
to ensure that the auxiliary heating (aux. heating) operates properly.
■
So that warm air can flow into the vehicle interior after switching on the auxili-
ary heating, you must maintain the comfort temperature normally selected by
you, leave the fan switched on and leave the air outlet vents in an open position.
It is recommended to put the air flow in the position  or .
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107Air conditioning system

Radio remote controlFig. 110
Auxiliary heating (aux. heating):
Radio remote control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 107.
Explanation of graphic
Aerial
Warning light
Switch on aux. heating
Switch off aux. heating
The transmitter and the battery are housed in the housing of the remote control. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle.
When the battery is fully charged, the range of the remote control is a few hun-
dred metres. Obstacles between the remote control and the vehicle, bad weather
conditions and a weaker battery in the remote control can clearly reduce the range.
To switch the auxiliary heating (aux. heating) on or off, hold the remote control
vertical, with the aerial
A
pointing upwards. The antenna must not be covered
with the fingers or the palm of the hand during this process.
The auxiliary heating can only be switched on/off safely using the radio remote control, if the distance between the radio remote control and the vehicle is at
least 2 m.
ABAfter pressing the button, the warning light in the remote control gives the
user different kinds of feedback:Display warning light B » Fig. 110ImportanceLights up green for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating was switched on.Lights up red for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) is
switched off.Slowly flashes green for around 2 sec-
onds.The ignition signal was not received.Quickly flashes green for around 2 sec-
onds.The auxiliary heating (aux. heating) is
blocked, e. g. because the tank is near-
ly empty or there is a fault in the auxili-
ary heating (aux. heating).Flashes red for around 2 seconds.The switch off signal was not received.Lights up orange for around 2 seconds,
then green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was received.Lights up orange for around 2 seconds,
then flashes green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.Flashes orange for around 5 seconds.The battery is discharged, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.
Replace the battery » page 239.
CAUTION
The radio remote control comprises electronic components and must therefore be
protected against water, severe impacts and direct sunlight.
109Air conditioning system