2013 SKODA SUPERB ECO mode

Modes and use of selector leverFig. 123
Selector lever / display
Fig. 124
Shiftlock button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 139.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected gear are indicated in the display » Fig. 123.
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 123.
P
– Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
The parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
R
- Reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
is at idling speed.
Before moving into mode R from mode P or N, depress the brake pedal and press
the locking button at the same time » Fig. 124.N
- Neutral
The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode.
D
- Mode for forwards travel (normal programme)
In mode D, the forward gears are automatically changed according to the engine
load, accelerator pedal actuation and driving speed.
S
- Mode for forwards travel (sports programme)
In mode S, the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at higher en-
gine speeds than in mode D.
Before changing to mode S from mode D, press the locking button » Fig. 124
Releasing selector lever from mode P or N (selector lever lock) The selector lever is locked in modes P and N to prevent the forwards travel
mode from being selected accidentally and setting the vehicle in motion. The
warning light 
illuminates in the instrument cluster » page 22.
The selector lever is released by depressing the brake pedal while the pressing
lock button at the same time » Fig. 124.
The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving via position N (e.g. from R to
D ). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck, e.g. in a bank of
snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in position N for more than
approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being depressed.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds up to 5 km/h.
Note
If you want to move the selector lever from mode P to mode D or vice versa, move
the selector lever quickly. This prevents modes R or N from being accidentally se-
lected.
140Driving

Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic)Fig. 125
Selector lever / multi-function steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 139.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears with the selector lever or
multifunction steering wheel. This mode can be selected both while stopping and
while driving.
The currently selected gear is indicated in the display » Fig. 123 on page 140.
The gearshift indicator must be observed when changing gear » page 24.
Switching to manual shifting
›
Push the gear selector from position D towards the right, or left in a right-hand
drive vehicle.
Shifting up gears
›
Press the selector lever forwards
+
» Fig. 125 .
›
Pull the right-hand rocker switch +
» Fig. 125 briefly towards the steering
wheel.
Shifting down gears
›
Press the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 125 .
›
Pull the left-hand rocker switch -
» Fig. 125 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Temporarily switch to manual gear changing in mode D or S
›
Pull one of the rocker switches -/+ briefly towards the steering
wheel » Fig. 125 .
If one of the rocker switches -/+ is not pulled for more than 1 minute, manual
gear changing is deactivated. The temporary switch to manual gear changing can
also be deactivated by pulling the right-hand rocker switch +
towards the steer-
ing wheel for more than 1 second.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk
of the engine overrevving.
Note
It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual shifting
of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and hence the
wear of the brakes » page 137.
Starting-off and driving
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 139.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press and hold the lock button » Fig. 124 on page 140.
›
Move the selector lever into the desired position » page 140 and then release
the lock button.
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stop
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Parking
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Press and hold the lock button » Fig. 124 on page 140.
›
Move the selector lever into the position P and then release the locking button. 
141Starting-off and Driving

Launch control1)
The Launch control function allows the vehicle to reach maximum acceleration
when starting off in mode S or Tiptronic.›
Activate the ASR » page 150, Brake assist systems .
›
START STOP deactivate » page 160.
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal with your left foot.
›
Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot.
›
Release the brake pedal.
The vehicle starts off with maximum acceleration.
Reactivate the ASR and START-STOP as soon as the desired speed is reached.
Kickdown
The kickdown function allows you to achieve the maximum acceleration of your
vehicle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the kickdown function is activated
in any forward driving mode.
The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed and engine speed, and the vehicle accelerates.
The gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has reached
its maximum revolutions for this gear range.
WARNINGRapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control of
the vehicle – risk of accident!

Malfunction
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 139.
Emergency programme
The transmission switches to the emergency programme, if there is a fault in sys-
tem of the automatic gearbox.
Indications of an activated emergency programme include the following:
› Only certain gears are selected.
› The reverse gear
R cannot be used.
› Shifting gears in Tiptronic mode is not possible.
Gearbox overheating
The gearbox may, for example, become too hot due to frequent repeated starting
or stop-and-go traffic. Overheating is indicated by the warning light » page 14, 
Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot .
Defective selector lever lock
If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted (e.g. dis- charged vehicle battery, faulty fuse), the selector lever can no longer be moved
out of position P in the normal manner, and the vehicle can no longer be driven.
The selector lever must be unlocked specially » page 241.
Note
If the gearbox has switched to the emergency programme, visit a specialist ga-
rage.
Running in
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
New engine
142
New tyres
143
New brake pads
143
New engine
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 142.
The engine has to be run in during the first 1 500 kilometres. 

1)
This function is only valid for some engines.
142Driving

The search area for the parking space on the driver's side is automatically indica-
ted on the display.
Activate the turn signal on the driver's side if you wish to park on this side of the
road. In the display the search area for the parking space is indicated on the driv-
er's side.
If suitable parking space is found, its parameters are stored until another suitable
parking space has been found or until a distance of 10 m had been driven after
finding the parking space.
To change the parking mode when searching for a parking space, press the 
symbol button again.
Parking
Fig. 134
Display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 153.
The time limit for the parking procedure with the help of the system is 6 minutes.
If the system has recognised a suitable parking space, this parking space is
shown in the display » Fig. 134 - 
.
›
Continue driving forwards until the display appears » Fig. 134 - 
.
›
Stop and make sure that the vehicle does not move forward until the start of
the parking procedure.
›
Select reverse gear or move the selector lever into position R.
›
As soon as the following message is shown in the display: 
Steering int. ac-
tive. Monitor area around veh.! , let go of the steering wheel. The steering will
be taken over by the system.
›
Observe the direct vicinity of the vehicle and reverse carefully.
In the event that the parking procedure cannot be carried out in one go, the park- ing process is completed in further stages.›
If the forward arrow in the display flashes » Fig. 134 -  engage the 1st gear or
move the selector lever to position D.
›
Wait until the steering wheel automatically turns into the required position and
then carefully drive forwards.
›
If the backwards arrow is flashing in the display » Fig. 134 -  , select reverse
gear again or move the selector lever into position R.
›
Wait until the steering wheel automatically turns into the required position and
then carefully reverse.
These steps can be repeated several times one after the other.
As soon as the parking procedure is completed, an audible signal sounds and the
following message appears in the display:
Steering interv. finished. Take over steering!
Explanation of graphic Parking place recognised with the information to drive on.
Parking place recognised with the information to engage the reverse gear.
Indication for selecting the forward gear.
Indication for selecting the reverse gear.
Automatic termination
The system cancels the parking procedure if one of the following cases occurs:
› Speed of 7 km/h repeatedly exceeded during the parking procedure.
› Time limit of 6 minutes exceeded for the parking procedure.
› System button pressed.
› TCS system switched off.
› Intervention of the driver in the automatic steering procedure (stops the steer-
ing wheel).
› Reverse gear disengaged or selector lever moved out of position
R when re-
versing into the parking space.
› Selector lever moved into position
P.
› There is a system fault (system temporarily not available).
› Automatic braking for damage limitation.
If any of the above events occurs, the following warning message is dis-
played. » page 156 .
ABCD155Assist systems

Briefly push the rocker button B into the RES/+ position in order to resume the
stored speed after the clutch or brake pedal is released.
START-STOP
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Starting/shutting down the engine
159
Operating conditions of the system
160
Manually activating/deactivating the system
160
Information messages
161
The START-STOP system helps you to save fuel while at the same time reducing
harmful exhaust emissions and CO 2 emissions.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on. In the start-stop mode, the engine automatically switches to the vehicle's idle phase, e.g. when stopped at traffic lights. The engine restarts automatically
where necessary.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The driver's door is closed.
The driver has fastened the seat belt.
The bonnet is closed.The driving speed was higher than 4 km.h after the last stop.
No trailer is coupled.
WARNING■ The brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the engine is run-
ning.■
Never let the vehicle roll with the engine switched off.
CAUTION
Always deactivate the START-STOP system before driving through wa-
ter » page 148 .Note■
If the driver's seat belt is removed for more than approx. 30 seconds or the driv-
er's door is opened during stop mode on vehicles with manual transmission or au- tomatic transmission (when the selector lever in position P), the engine must be
started manually » page 133.■
After manually starting the engine on vehicles with manual transmission, auto-
matic engine shut down is not possible until the vehicle has travelled the re-
quired minimum distance for START-STOP mode.
■
If, on vehicles with automatic transmission, the selector lever positions D, S or N
are selected after driving in reverse, the vehicle will first need to achieve a speed
of over 10 km/h before automatic engine shut down can take place again.
■
Changes to the outdoor temperature can have an effect on the internal temper-
ature of the vehicle battery even after several hours. If the vehicle remains out-
doors for a long time in minus temperatures or in direct sunlight, it can take sev-
eral hours until the internal temperature of the vehicle battery reaches a suitable temperature for proper operation of the START STOP system.
■
If Climatronic is running in automatic mode, the engine may not switch off auto-
matically under certain conditions.

Starting/shutting down the engine
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 159.
Vehicles with manual transmission
›
Stop the vehicle (where necessary, apply the handbrake).
›
Put the gear stick into Neutral.
›
Release the clutch pedal.
Automatic engine shut down (STOP phase) takes place. The warning symbol 
appears in the instrument cluster display.
›
Depress the clutch pedal.
The automatic start procedure takes place again (START phase). The warning
symbol 
goes out.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
›
Bring the vehicle to a stop and depress the brake pedal.
Automatic engine shut down takes place. The warning symbol 
appears in the
instrument cluster display.
›
Release the brake pedal. 
159Assist systems

ŠKODA Service Partners feature modern, specially developed tools and equip-
ment. Here, trained specialists have a comprehensive range of ŠKODA Original
Parts and ŠKODA Original Accessories at their disposal.
All ŠKODA service partners operate in accordance with the latest guidelines and
instructions of the manufacturer. All service work is therefore carried out on time and in accordance with the quality standards. Adhering to these instructions and
guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good techni-
cal condition.
In addition, the ŠKODA service partners offer an array of other services. ŠKODA Service Partners are therefore properly prepared to service your vehicleand to provide quality work. We therefore recommend that you have your vehicle
maintained by a ŠKODA service partner.
Services, modifications, and technical alterations
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Tests required by law
194
ŠKODA Service Partners
194
ŠKODA Original Parts
194
ŠKODA Original Accessories
194
Spoiler
195
Airbags
195
The instructions and guidelines from ŠKODA AUTO a.s. must be observed when
carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical alterations to your vehicle.
Adhering to these instructions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps
keep your vehicle in a good technical condition. After carrying out modifications,
repairs or technical alterations, the vehicle will comply with German road trans-
port regulations (StVZO)
Always consult a ŠKODA Partner » page 194 before buying accessories or parts,
or before carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical alterations to your
vehicle.
WARNING■ If work on your vehicle is not carried out properly, this can lead to operation-
al faults - risk of accident and serious injuries.■
We recommend only having these modifications and technical alterations
carried out by a specialist garage.
■
Interference on the electronic components and their software can lead to
operational faults. This interference can also impair not directly affected sys-
tems because of the networking of the electronic components. The operation- al safety of the vehicle may be at significant risk and can lead to increased
wear of parts.
■
The ŠKODA Partner accepts no liability for products that have not been ap-
proved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. even though these may be products with an op-
erational approval or that have been approved by a government testing insti-
tute.
WARNING■ We advise you only to use ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKODA Original
Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your vehicle. Reliability,
safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with these.■
ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKODA Original Parts can be purchased
from ŠKODA Partners, who will also perform the professional assembly of the purchased parts.
For the sake of the environment
Technical documents regarding alterations carried out on the vehicle must be
kept by the vehicle user in order to be handed over to the recyclers at a later
date. This ensures that the vehicle is recycled in an environmentally sound man-
ner.
Note
Any damage caused by technical alterations made without the approval of the
manufacturer is excluded from the warranty.
193Car care

Tests required by lawFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 193.
Many countries have legislation which require that the reliability and roadworthi-ness and/or exhaust gas composition of a vehicle must be tested at specific inter- vals. These tests can be carried out by workshops or checking stations that havebeen legally authorized for this purpose.
The ŠKODA service partners have been informed about the necessary legal tests
and will prepare the vehicle for the tests in a service operation at the customer's
discretion, or will ensure that these tests are carried out. The specialist garages
can carry out the specified tests directly at the customer's discretion, if they are
designated for such a procedure. This saves you time and money.
Even if you want to take your vehicle to an officially approved test centre for prior checking in preparation of a legally required test, we recommend that you consult
the service consultant of your ŠKODA service partner beforehand.
The service consultant will tell you which areas, according to his appraisal, you
should focus on in order that your vehicle may pass the technical test without any
problems. In this way, you can avoid additional expenses resulting from a possible
subsequent test.

ŠKODA Service Partners
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 193.
ŠKODA Service Partners feature modern, specially developed tools and equip-ment. Here, trained specialists have access to a comprehensive range of ŠKODA
Original Parts and ŠKODA Original Accessories for carrying out modifications, re- pairs and technical alterations.
All ŠKODA service partners operate according to the most recent guidelines and instructions from ŠKODA AUTO a.s. All service and repair work is therefore carried
out on time and at the appropriate quality. Adhering to these instructions and
guidelines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good techni-
cal condition.
ŠKODA Service Partners are therefore properly prepared to service your vehicle
and to provide quality work. We therefore advise you to have all modifications, re-
pairs and technical alterations to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service
Partner.
ŠKODA Original Parts
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 193.
We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, since these parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. They correspond exactly to the ŠKODA
AUTO a.s. regulations in regard to design, dimensional accuracy and material, and are identical to the components used in the batch production.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. is able to warrant the safety, suitability, and long life of these
products. Therefore, we recommend that you only use ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. supplies the market with a complete range of ŠKODA Genuine
Parts not only while the model is still in production but for at least 15 years after
the end of series production; the market is supplied with wear-and-tear parts and for at least 10 years with equipment parts.
ŠKODA service partners are liable for any ŠKODA original part defects for a period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability, provided that
nothing else was agreed in the purchase agreement. You should keep the ap-
proved warranty certificate and the bill for these components for this period of
time, so that the commencement of the term may be verified.
Body repairs
ŠKODA vehicles are designed so that if the body suffers damage, it is only neces-
sary to replace those parts which are in fact damaged.
Before you decide to have damaged body parts replaced, however, you should
first of all contact your specialist garage to determine whether or not such parts
can also be repaired. Repairs to body parts are usually cheaper.

ŠKODA Original Accessories
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 193.
If you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle, you should remember the following: 
194General Maintenance

BootAutomatic retraction (Superb Combi)89
Class N1 vehicles85
Extending variable loading floor92
Folding hook86
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)90
Removable Light (Superb Combi)91
Roll-up boot cover (Superb Combi)88
Side compartment with battery90
Boot cover (Superb Combi)88
Boot lid40
Automatic locking41
Warning light17
(Superb Combi)41
Brake booster138
Brake fluid214
Changing215
Checking214
display messaes15
Brake pads warning light
21
Brakes Brake assist systems
150
Brake booster138
Brake fluid214
Handbrake138
Indicator light15
Running in143
Braking Information on braking
137
Breakdown kit233
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
161
Bulbs Replacing
247
Button in the driver's door Electric power windows
44
C
Car care
191
Car computer see multifunction display25
Car park ticket holder75
Carrier96
Cavity protection200
CD changer128
Central locking button36
Changing Brake fluid
215
Engine oil212
Wheels229
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
230
Preliminary work229
Remove and attaching a wheel230
Charging a vehicle battery217
Check Fit ball head properly
164
Checking Battery electrolyte level
217
Brake fluid214
Coolant213
Engine oil211
Oil level211
Windscreen washer fluid209
Children and safety186
Child safety Side airbag
187
Child safety lock36
Child seat Classification
188
ISOFIX189
on the front passenger seat187
TOP TETHER190
Use of child seats188
Use of ISOFIX child seats189
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
199
Cigarette lighter77
Cleaning191
Alcantara202
Artificial leather202
cloths202
Covers of electrically heated seats203
Headlight lenses200
Natural leather202
Plastic parts199
Wheels201
Climatronic103
Air recirculation105, 106
automatic mode104
Control elements103
Controlling blower106
Cooling system104
Defrosting windscreen106
Setting the temperature104
Clock13
Clothes hook81
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
78
Ashtray77
Cigarette lighter77
General view9
Lighting57
Practical equipment74
Storage compartments74
COMING HOME55
Compartments74
Compass display25
Computer see multifunction display
25
Convenience operation of sliding/tilting roof48
Convenience operation of sliding/tilting roof (Su- perb Combi)
50
Coolant212
Checking213
display messaes16
Replenishing214
Coolant temperature gauge display
11
261Index