2013 SKODA SUPERB Owner's Manual

The light switches off when automatic wiping/wiping (position 2 or 3) is not
switched on for longer than approx. 4 seconds.
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.
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 51.
The AFS system makes sure the street remains lit up depending on the traffic and weather situation.
The system automatically adjusts the cone of light in front of the vehicle to the driving speed or the use of the wiper.
The AFS system works in tandem with automatic driving lamp control 
, please
read the following » page 53.
The AFS system can work only if the following condition is met. The light switch is in the position 
.
The AHL system operates in the following modes.
Out of town mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is similar to the low beam. The mode is
active if none of the following modes are active.
City mode
The light cone in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that this and the adjacent
sidewalks, intersections, pedestrian crossings, etc. are illuminated. The mode is
active at speeds of 15-50 km / h.
Motorway mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can respond in time to an obstruction or other hazard in time. The mode is activated gradually
from a speed of 90 km/h. It is most effective at speeds above 120 km/h.
Rain mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can reduce
the glare from oncoming vehicles in rain.
The mode is active at speeds of 15 – 70 km/h and if the windscreen wipers contin-
uously operate for a period of time longer than 2 minutes. The mode is deactiva-
ted when the windscreen wipers are switched off for longer than 8 minutes.
Dynamic cornering lights
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted to the steering angle so that the road in the curve is illuminated. This function is active at speeds greater than
10 km.h and in all AFS modes.
Tourist lights (Travel mode)
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system (driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles.
When this mode is active, the above-mentioned modes and the side swivel of the
headlights is deactivated.
This mode can be enabled or disabled via the Maxi DOT display in the Travel
mode » page 29 menu option.WARNINGIf the AFS system is defective, the headlights are automatically lowered to the
emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic.
This reduces the cone of light in front of the vehicle. Drive carefully and visit a
specialist garage as soon as possible.
Note
When the “Tourist light” mode is active, the warning icon  flashes for about 10
seconds each time the ignition is switched on.
54Using the system

Fog lightsFig. 33
Light switch
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 51.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 33 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The indicator light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 14.

Fog lights with the CORNERfunction
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 51.
The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on each side of the vehicle to illu-
minate the area around the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to the
right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position  and the
low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on. The fog lights are not switched on.
The CORNER light is mainly intended to be used for illuminating the nearby envi-
ronment at a broad angle in front of and beside the vehicle. It lights up and goes out gradually.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 51.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 33 on page 55.
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 14.
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.

COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 51.
COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME (hereafter referred to only as function) makes it
possible to automatically switch on the lights for a short time after leaving the
vehicle or when approaching the vehicle in poor visibility. 


1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
55Lights and visibility

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.

56Using the system

Parking lightsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 51.
Parking light  switching on
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Place the control lever into position
A
or where applicable position
B
as far as
it can go » Fig. 31 on page 53 - the parking light on the right/left side of the ve-
hicle is switched on.
Switching on the side light on both sides 
›
Turn the light switch
A
to position  » Fig. 30 on page 51 and lock the vehicle.
Note
■
The parking light  can only be activated if the ignition is switched off.■If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is
switched off, the parking light is not automatically switched on.

Interior lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior light
57
Rear interior light
58
Rear interior light
58
Front door warning light
59
Entry lighting
59
Front interior lightFig. 35
Switch for front interior light - 2 versions
Fig. 36
Switch for reading lights - 2 versions
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 57.
Rocker switch positions » Fig. 35 .
switching on
switching off
control using the door contact switch (middle position)
For vehicles with interior monitoring there is no icon for the center position (oper-
ation with the door contact switch) » Fig. 35 - 
.
Reading lights Switch the reading light on/off » Fig. 36 

57Lights and visibility

If operating the light with the door contact switch is enabled the light will come
on when one of the following events occurs:
› The vehicle is unlocked.
› One of the doors or the tailgate is opened.
› The ignition key is removed.
If operating the light with the door contact switch is enabled the light will go off
when one of the following events occurs:
› The vehicle is locked.
› The ignition is switched on.
› About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Note
■
If the interior light remains switched on when the ignition is switched off or if
one of the doors is open, the light will automatically go out after around 10 mi- nutes.■
Two diffuse lights are integrated in the front interior lighting, that illuminate
the gearshift lever and the middle of the dash panel. These are switched on auto-
matically when the parking light is activated. Also, after switching on the ignition when the parking lights are switched on, the door handle lighting comes on.

Rear interior light
Applies to vehicles without a panoramic sliding roof.
Fig. 37
Interior light and rear reading
lights
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 57.
The rear interior light is operated together with the front interior light » page 57.
Switching the reading light on/off
›
Press the button  or
 » Fig. 37 .

Rear interior light
Applies to vehicles with a panoramic sliding roof.
Fig. 38
Interior lights at the rear
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 57.
The light can be operated by moving the lens into one of the following posi-
tions » Fig. 38 .
switching on
switching off
control using the door contact switch (middle position) 1)

1)
In this position, the same rules apply to this light as for the front interior light
» page 57, Front interi-
or light .
58Using the system

Front door warning lightFig. 39
Warning light
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 57.
The warning light is located in the lower door trim panel » Fig. 39.
The light switches on/off when the front door is opened or closed.
Vehicles without this warning light have only a reflector at this point.
Note
If the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto-
matically after around 20 minutes.
Entry lighting
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 57.
The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror and illumi-
nates the entry area of the front door.
The light comes on after the vehicle has been unlocked or on opening the front
door. The lighting goes out about 30 seconds after the doors are closed or if the
ignition is switched on.
WARNINGIf the entry light is on, do not touch its cover – risk of burns!NoteIf the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto-
matically after around 1 minutes.
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
59
Sun visors
60
Sun screen
60
Sun screen in the rear doors
61
Windscreen and rear window heater
Fig. 40
Buttons for the rear and front window heating Climatronic / manual
air conditioning
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 59.
Explanation of graphicSwitch the rear window heater on/off
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
When the heater is switched on, a lamp lights up inside the button. 
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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.

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.

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.
60Using the system

Sun screen in the rear doorsFig. 43
Rear door: Sun screen
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 59.
Pulling out
›
Pull out the sun screen with the handle
A
» Fig. 43 and hang it in the bracket
on the top edge of the door.
Folding
›
Remove the sun screen from the handle
A
» Fig. 43 and hold it in such a way
that it can roll up slowly without being damaged.

Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers
62
Alternative parking position of the rear windscreen wiper (Superb Combi)
63
Headlight cleaning system
63
The windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is
switched on and the bonnet is closed.
If the intermittent wipe is switched on, the intervals are also controlled depend-
ing on speed.
When automatic wiping in rain is active, the wiper intervals are regulated based
on the intensity of the rain.
The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on
when reverse gear is selected.
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 209.WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 243.■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
■
Automatic wiping in rain only operates as a support. The driver is not re-
leased from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers
manually depending on the visibility conditions.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the
windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be- tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.
■
Carefully detach frozen wiper blades from the front or rear window.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen.
■
The ignition must not be switched on if the front windscreen wiper arms are fol-
ded out. The wiper blades would move back into their rest position and while do-
ing so damage the paintwork of the bonnet.
■
If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. The wiper stops automatically after 5 attempts to eliminate the obsta-
cle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the the obstacle and switch
the wiper on again. 
61Lights and visibility