Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars5
Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended
warranty
6
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
9
Overview
8
Instruments and Indicator Lights
10
Instrument cluster
10
Warning Lights
14
Information system
23
Driver information system
23
Multifunction display (MFA)
25
MAXI DOT display
28
Service Interval Display
30
Unlocking and opening
32
Unlocking and locking
32
KESSY
37
Anti-theft alarm system
38
Luggage compartment lid
39
Electric boot lid (Superb Combi)
41
Electric power windows
44
Electric sliding/tilting roof
47
Panoramic sliding roof (Superb Combi)
48
Lights and visibility
51
Lights
51
Interior lights
57
Visibility
59Windscreen wipers and washers61Rear mirror63
Seats and useful equipment
66
Adjusting the seats
66
Seat features
70
Practical equipment
74
Luggage compartment
84
Removable light (Superb Combi)
90
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
92
Extending variable loading floor with integrated
aluminium rails and faseting elements (Superb Combi)
92
Net partition (Superb Combi)
95
Roof rack system
96
Air conditioning system
98
Heating, ventilation and cooling
98
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioningsystem)
100
Climatronic (automatic air conditioningsystem)
103
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating andventilation)
107
Communication and multimedia
110
General information
110
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
113
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl
115
WLAN
119
Voice control
122
Multimedia
126
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
130
Steering
130
Starting and stopping the engine using the key
131
Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY
133Brakes137Manual gear changing and pedals138
Automatic transmission
139
Running in
142
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
143
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
147
Driving abroad
148
Assist systems
150
Brake assist systems
150
Parking aid
152
Park assist
153
Cruise Control System
157
START-STOP
159
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
161
Towing a trailer
162
Towing device
162
Trailer
165
Safety
Passive Safety
169
General information
169
Correct seated position
170
Seat belts
173
Using seat belts
173
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
176
Airbag system
178
Description of the airbag system
178
Airbag overview
179
Deactivating airbags
183
Transporting children safely
186
Child seat
186
Fastening systems
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Windscreen washer fluid level21 Pads21
Turn signal system
21
Low beam
22
Fog lights
22
Cruise control system
22
Selector lever lock/starting (KESSY system)
22
Main beam
22
The indicator lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au-
dible signals.
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 206, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
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 message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Release parking brake!
Brake system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light illuminates if the brake fluid level in the braking system is
too low or there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Log book!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 214 »
.
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.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 206, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 19 , Antilock brake system (ABS) , do not continue your jour-
ney! 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!
Seat belt warning light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
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.
15Instruments and Indicator Lights
If a turn signal light fails, the indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard indicator light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information » page 53, Turn signal and main beam .
Low beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected » page 51.
Fog lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on when the fog lights are operating » page 55.
Cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on when the cruise control is operating » page 157.
Selector lever lock/starting (KESSY system)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light
lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary to
move the selector lever from position P and N » page 140 or to start the engine in
vehicles with the KESSY system » page 135.
Main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light comes on when the main beam or headlight flasher are se-
lected » page 53 .
22Using the system
The parking procedure was ended because TCS was deactivated during the park-
ing procedure.
Trailer: Park Assist stopped.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because a trailer is hitched. Time limit exceeded. Take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because the time limit of 6 minutes was passed.
Park Assist currently not available.
The system cannot be activated because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist stopped. System currently not available.
The parking procedure was ended because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist faulty. Workshop!
The parking procedure is not possible because a fault exists in the system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Park Assist stopped. Take over steering!
Assume control of the steering. Complete the parking procedure without using the system.
ASR intervention. Take over steering!
The parking procedure is terminated by a TCS intervention.
PARK ASSIST Turn on turn signal and select reverse gear
The prerequisites for manoeuvring out of a parking space using the system have
been met. Switch on the turn signals and shift into reverse.
Please take over steering and drive on.
The manoeuvring procedure out of a parallel parking space has ended. Assume control of the steering.
Automatic space departure not possible. Space too small.
The manoeuvring procedure using the system is not possible. The parking gap is
too small.
Park Assist: Brake interv. Speed too high.The driving speed during the parking procedure was too high - automatic brake
assist is initiated.
Cruise Control System
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
158
Storing and maintaining speed
158
Changing the stored speed
158
Switching off temporarily
158
The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed, more than 25 km/h, with-
out you having to actuate the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine.
The warning light
illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is switched on.
WARNING■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) – risk of accident!■
The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
■
Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the system
being switched on unintentionally.
CAUTION
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which it travels. In such cases, select a lower gear or brake the vehicle using the
footbrake.■
The cruise control system cannot be activated when first gear or reverse gear is
selected (vehicles with manual transmission).
157Assist systems
■The cruise control system cannot be activated when the selector lever is in po-
sitions P , N or R (vehicles with automatic transmission).■
The cruise control system may automatically switch off when some brake assist
systems (e.g. ESC) intervene, when the maximum permissible engine speed is ex-
ceeded, etc.
Activating/deactivating
Fig. 135
Operating lever: Cruise control
system controls
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 157.
Activating
›
Move switch
A
» Fig. 135 into the ON position.
Deactivating
›
Move switch
A
» Fig. 135 into the OFF position.
Storing and maintaining speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 157.
›
Activate the cruise control system » page 158.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Push the rocker button
B
into the SET/- » Fig. 135 on page 158 position.
After you have released the rocker button
B
from the SET/- position, the speed
you have just stored is kept constant without having to depress the accelerator.
Changing the stored speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 157.
Increasing the speed with the rocker button
B›
Push the rocker button
B
into the RES/+ » Fig. 135 on page 158 position.
If the rocker button is held in the RES/+ position, the speed will increase continu-
ously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is reached. The set
speed is then stored in the memory.
Decreasing the speed using the rocker button
B
The stored speed can be reduced by pushing the rocker switch
B
into the
SET » Fig. 135 on page 158 position.
If the rocker button is pressed and held in the SET/- position, the speed will de-
crease continuously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is
reached. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
If the rocker button is released at a speed of less than approx. 25 km/h, the speedis not stored and the memory is erased. Once the speed of the vehicle has in-
creased to more than approx. 25 km/h, the speed must then be stored again by
pushing the rocker button
B
into the SET/- position.
Increasing the speed with the accelerator
›
Depress the accelerator pedal.
Releasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.
Decreasing the speed with the brake pedal
The speed can also be reduced by depressing the brake pedal, which temporarily
deactivates the system » page 158.
Switching off temporarily
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 157.
The cruise control system can be temporarily deactivated by pushing the switch
A
» Fig. 135 on page 158into the spring-mounted CANCEL position or by depress-
ing the brake or clutch pedal.
The set speed remains stored in the memory.
158Driving
Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
148
Unleaded petrol148
ABS Function
151
Warning light19
Accessories193
Adaptive headlights (AFS)54
Adjust Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila-
tion)
108
Adjusting Exterior mirrors
65
Head restraints68
Interior mirror64
Manual air conditioning102
Seats66, 67
Steering wheel130
Adjusting the seats66, 170
Adjustment Headlight beam
51
Aerial197
See windows200
AFS54
Airbag178
Deactivating184
Deactivating the front passenger airbag184
Deployment178
Front airbag180
Head airbag182
Knee airbag181
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 195 Side airbag
181
Airbag system178
Air conditioning system98
Air outlets99
Climatronic103
Manual air conditioning system100
Air outlets99
Air recirculation Climatronic
105, 106
Alarm Switching off
38
Triggering38
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
39
Trailer167
Antilock Braking System151
Armrest front
72
rear73, 83
Artificial leather202
Ashtray77
ASR Warning light
18
Assist system ABS
151
Assist systems150
ABS19
ASR18
Cruise Control System157
DSR151
EDL151
ESC18, 150
HBA151
HHC152
Park assist153
Parking aid152
START-STOP159
TCS151
Auto Check Control13
Automatic driving lamp control53
Automatic gearbox Selector lever-emergency unlocking241
Starting-off and driving141
Tiptronic141
Automatic load deactivation218
Automatic retractable cargo cover (Superb Com- bi))
89
Automatic transmission139
Kickdown142
Malfunction142
Selector lever lock140
Using the selector lever140
AUX Installation in the storage compartment
79
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
107
Adjust108
Radio remote control109
Switching on/off108
Avoiding damage to the vehicle Driving through water
148
Avoiding damage to your vehicle147
B
Ball head Check fitting
164
Fitting163
Ready position163
Removing164
Battery In the remote control key
239
iReplace the remote control of the auxiliary heat-
er (parking heater)
239
Belts173
Belt tensioners176
Bonnet Closing
208
Opening208
Warning light17
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Correct seated position170
Driver171
Front passenger171
Instructions171
Rear seats171
Counter for distance driven12
Cruise control system Activating/deactivating
158
Changing the stored speed158
Storing and maintaining speed158
Switching off temporarily158
Cruise Control System157
Cup holders76
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
52
Daylight running lights52
De-icing the windscreen and rear window59
Deactivating an airbag184
Decorative films199
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid
41
Diesel refer to Fuel
206
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
206
Diesel particulate filter20
display messages20
Digital clock13
Dipstick211
Display12
Service interval30
Distance driven12
Door Child safety lock
36
Closing37
Emergency locking the driver's door240
Indicator light for an open door16
Opening37
Door locking Emergency
240
Doors Emergency locking
240
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)151
Driving Abroad
148
Driving through water on streets148
Emissions252
Fuel consumption252
Driving economically Economical gear changing
144
Driving through water148
DSR151
DVD-preinstallation128
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 143
Economical driving Ballast
146
Driving at full throttle145
Idling145
Looking ahead144
Regular maintenance146
Saving energy146
Short distances145
Tyre inflation pressure145
EDL151
Electrical power windows46
Button in the driver's door44, 45
Button in the rear doors45
Electric boot lid Force limit
41
Manual operation41
Electric luggage compartment lid Acoustic signals
43
Adjusting the top lid position43
Deleting the top lid position43
Malfunctions44
Operating42
Electric sliding/tilting roof47
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)151
Electronic immobilizer132
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)150
Emergency Activation of the sliding/tilting roof
242
Changing a wheel229
Door locking240
Hazard warning light system56
jump-starting235
Jump-starting234
Locking the driver's door240
Selector lever-unlocking241
Sliding/tilting roof242
Start engine - KESSY136
Switching off the ignition –KESSY136
Towing the using the tow hitch238
Towing the vehicle236
Tyre repair232
Unlocking the driver's door240
Unlocking the tailgate241
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
228
First aid kit227
Jack228
Vehicle tool kit228
Warning triangle227
Emissions252
Engine Running in
142
Engine compartment206
Brake fluid214
Coolant213
Overview209
Vehicle battery215
Engine oil210
Capacity210
Changing212
Checking211
262Index