2013 SKODA SUPERB ECO mode

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
10
Engine revolutions counter
11
Speedometer
11
Coolant temperature gauge display
11
Display
12
Fuel gauge
12
Counter for distance driven
12
Digital clock
13
Display of the second speed
13
Display in rear centre console
13
Auto Check Control
13
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in the
display. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist garage.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.■
Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only
when the vehicle is stationary!

OverviewFig. 2
Instrument cluster
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 11
Speedometer with warning lights » page 11
Button for display mode:
› Setting the hours/minutes
» page 13
› Enable / disable the display of the second speed 1)
» page 13
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remaining
until the next service 1)
» page 30
Coolant temperature gauge » page 11
Display » page 12 :
› With counter for distance driven
» page 12
› With service interval display
» page 30
› With digital clock
» page 13
› with multifunction display (MFA)
» page 25
› with information system
» page 23 
123451)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
10Using the system

Fuel gauge » page 12
Button for:
› Reset trip counter for the distance driven
» page 12
› Set hours/minutes
› enable / disable the mode selected by means of the 3
key

Engine revolutions counter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 10.
The red scale of the rev counter
1
» Fig. 2 on page 10 indicates the range in
which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system automatically re-
stricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next higher gear before the red scale of the revolution counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or too low » page 24 .
For the sake of the environment
Correct shifting up has the following advantages.■It helps to reduce fuel consumption.■
It reduces the operating noise.
■
It protects the environment.
■
It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.

Speedometer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h 1)
.
The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below
120 km/h.
67Coolant temperature gauge displayFig. 3
Coolant temperature gauge
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 10.
The coolant temperate display » Fig. 3 only operates when the ignition is switch-
ed on.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high
engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves into the mid-range of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or heavy en-
gine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too high. Further information » page 16.
CAUTION
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet im-
pair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.

1)
This function is only valid for some countries.
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Reset trip counter for the distance driven›Press and hold the 7 » Fig. 2 on page 10 button.
Odometer
The odometer B
» Fig. 6 indicates the total distance the vehicle has travelled.
Note
If the second speed display is enabled on vehicles with a segment display, this
speed will be shown instead of the odometer.
Digital clock
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 10.
The clock is set with the buttons
3
and
7
» Fig. 2 on page 10.
Select the display that you wish to change with the button
3
and carry out the
change with the button
7
.
In vehicles equipped with the MAXI DOT display, it is also possible to set the clock
in the Time menu » page 29.

Display of the second speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
The display can show the current speed in mph 1)
.
This feature is provided for driving in countries with different speed units.
Maxi DOT display
The display of the second speed can be set in the menu item settings » page 29,
Settings .
Segment display
›
Press the
3
» Fig. 2 on page 10 key repeatedly, until the odometer display flash-
es » page 12 .
›
Press the
7
key while the display flashes.
The second speed is displayed instead of the odometer.
The display of the second speed can be disabled in the same way.
Display in rear centre console
Fig. 7
Centre console at rear: Display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 10.
The time and the outside temperature is displayed on the display in the rear cen- tre console when the ignition is switched on » Fig. 7.
The values are taken over by the instrument cluster.

Auto Check Control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
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 MAXI DOT dis- play. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the symbols in the MAXI
DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 14.

1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
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 Antilock brake system (ABS)First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a 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 56.■
If the warning light  » page 15 is displayed together with warning light ,
 do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!

 The rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light 
comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 55.

 Bulb failure
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within a few seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when a light with a defective bulb is turned on.
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display.
INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
 Adaptive headlights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light  flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on the
ignition, there is a problem with the adaptive headlights » page 54.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Cornering light (AFS) has no function. Log book!

 Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light 
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.

 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
comes on after the ignition has been switched on. The en-
gine can be started immediately after the pre-glow indicator light goes out.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light 
does not come on
at all or lights up continuously .
If the indicator light 
begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
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 EPC fault light (petrol engine)First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The engine
control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.

 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The
soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a reg-
ular basis.
If the indicator light 
lights up, soot has accumulated in the filter.
In order to clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, the vehicle
should be driven at an even speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1 800 -
2 500 rpm for at least 15 minutes or until the warning light goes out with the 4th
or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S) when the traffic situation
permits it.
The indicator light 
only goes out after the diesel particulate filter has been
successfully cleaned.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the indicator light 
does not go out and the
indicator light 
begins to flash.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Diesel particulate filter: Log book!
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the ignition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light 
also lights up.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■ The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not
park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass
or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the indicator light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
As long as the indicator light  lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine.
Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles in the filter, we recom-
mend that regularly driving short distances be avoided.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce the
lifespan of the filter. A ŠKODA service partner will be able to tell you which coun- tries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.

 Fuel reserve
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light  will come on if the fuel level is less than 9 litres.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance.
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Recommended gear
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an-
other gear is indicated in the display.
If the system recognises that it is beneficial to change gear, an arrow B
1) is dis-
played. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether you should shift into a higher or lower gear.
The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode (Tiptron-
ic).
For vehicles with manual gearshifting,
C
indicates the recommended gear.
CAUTION
The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving
situations, such as overtaking.
Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 23.
Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display
If at least one door, the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates the relevant
open door, boot or bonnet vehicle icon.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h.
Vehicles with a segment display
If at least one door or the boot or bonnet is open, the indicator lights 
or 
and
 come on in the instrument cluster » page 14, Warning Lights .

Compass display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 23.
For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system, an abbreviation for each
point of the compass (depending on the current direction of travel) is shown on
the top left-hand corner of the 2)
display.
The abbreviation for each point of the compass is displayed only when the igni-
tion is on.

Multifunction display (MFA)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory
26
Information overview
26
Warning against excessive speeds
28
The driving data is displayed on the multifunction display. The multifunction display can only be operated when the ignition is switched on.
After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before
switching off the ignition is displayed.
For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the menu item MFA must be selected and
confirmed in the main menu » page 28, MAXI DOT display .
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, there is an option to fade out some of the
information » page 29, Settings . 

1)
On vehicles with a segment display, the
B
arrow is displayed behind the
C
specification.
2)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
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Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased appears in
the display. If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button tozero » page 26 , Memory .
The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes and on vehicles which are fitted with a MAXI DOT display, it is 99 hours and 59 minutes.
The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption level is displayed in litres/100 km 1)
. You can use this
information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a lowspeed 2)
.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is displayed in
litres/100 km 1)
.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of
time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to
zero » page 26 , Memory . After erasing the memory, no value is displayed until you
have driven approx. 300 m.
The display is updated regularly while you are driving.
Range
The estimated range is displayed in kilometres. It indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the level of fuel in the tank and the same
style of driving.
The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light 
the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the information. The range will increase if you drive in a more economical manner.
If the memory is set to zero (after disconnecting the battery), a fuel consumptionof 10 l./100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is updated ac-
cording to the style of driving.Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed » page 26,
Memory . If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment
in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to
zero » page 26 , Memory .
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1 999 km or 9 999 km on vehicles with a MAXI DOT display. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is
exceeded.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km/
hour » page 26 , Memory . To determine the average speed over a certain period of
time, set the memory to zero at the start of the measurement » page 26, Memory .
After erasing this data, no value appears in the display until you have driven ap- prox. 300 m.
The display is updated regularly while you are driving.
Current speed
The current speed, which is identical to the display of the speedometer 2
» Fig. 2
on page 10 is displayed.
Oil temperature 3)
The current engine oil temperature is displayed. If the oil temperature is lower
than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking the oil temperature is present,
only - -.- is displayed instead of the oil temperature.
Warning against excessive speeds
The warning that the speed limit is being exceeded can be enabled / disa-
bled » page 28 , Warning against excessive speeds in the display.
1)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in kilometres/litre.
2)
On some models in certain countries, - -.- km/ltr. is displayed when the vehicle is stationary.
3)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
27Information system

Warning against excessive speedsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 25.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or  (segment dis-
play).
›
Activate the speed limit option by confirming this menu item 1)
.
›
Set the desired speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Store the speed limit by confirming the set value, or wait several seconds; your
settings will be saved automatically.
The speed limit can be adjusted from 30 km/h to 250 km/h in 5 km/h increments.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or 
(segment dis-
play).
›
Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
If you wish to adjust the set speed limit, you can do so 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).
›
Store the speed limit, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved auto-
matically.
Change or disable speed limit
›
Select the menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or 
(segment dis-
play).
›
By confirming the stored value, the speed limit is disabled.
›
By reconfirming, the option to change the speed limit is activated.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. The menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or 
(Segment display) appears in
the display at the same time as the set threshold.
The set driving mode is stored even after switching the ignition on and off.

MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
28
Settings
29
The MAXI DOT display provides you with information about the current operating
state of your vehicle. It also provides you with data relating to the radio, mobile
phone, multifunction display (MFA), navigation system, automatic gear- box » page 139 and devices connected via the MDI input.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

Main menu
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 28.
Press and hold button
A
or
C
» Fig. 8 on page 23 to activate the MAIN MENU.
By briefly pressing the
C
button you will reach one level higher.
Overview of the menu items in the main menu.
■ MFA (Multifunction display) » page 25
■ Audio » Operating instructions for the radio
■ Navigation » Operating instructions for the navigation system
■ Phone » page 110 ;
■ Aux. heating » page 107
■ Assist systems » page 161
■ Vehicle status » page 13
■ Settings » page 29
The Audio and Navigation menu items are only displayed when the factory-fitted
radio or navigation system is switched on. 

1)
If no value is set the output value 30 km/h is automatically displayed.
28Using the system