2013 SKODA SUPERB emergency towing

General Maintenance
Car care191
Service intervals
191
Services, modifications, and technical
alterations
193
Washing your car
196
Taking care of your vehicle exterior
198
Taking care of the interior
201
Inspecting and replenishing
204
Fuel
204
Engine compartment
206
Engine oil
210
Coolant
212
Brake fluid
214
Vehicle battery
215
Wheels
220
Tyres and wheel rims
220
Winter operation
226
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
227
Emergency equipment
227
Changing a wheel
229
Tyre repair
232
Jump-starting
234
Towing the vehicle
236
Radio remote control
238
Emergency unlocking/locking
240
Emergency operation of the sliding/tilting roof
241
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
242
Fuses and light bulbs
244
Fuses
244
Bulbs
247Technical data
Technical data252
Vehicle data
252
Index
4Table of Contents

Fault in KESSY system
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the following message will appear in the
display of the instrument cluster.
Keyless access system faulty.CHECK KEYLESS
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the battery in the remote control key is too low, the following
message appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
Change the key battery!
KEY BATTERY
Change the key battery » page 239!
Parking vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 37.
If the vehicle is not unlocked within 60 hours/ 90 hours, the sensors in the handleof the driver /front passenger's door are deactivated automatically » Fig. 14 on
page 34.
Activation after 60 hours
›
Unlock the driver's door using the sensor
2
» Fig. 14 on page 34.
›
Press the handle of the boot lid.
›
Unlock the vehicle using the symbol button 
on the remote control key.
›
Unlocking the driver's door in an emergency » page 240.
Activation after 90 hours
›
Unlock the vehicle using the symbol button 
on the remote control key.
›
Unlocking the driver's door in an emergency » page 240.
Anti-theft alarm system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
39
Interior monitor and towing protection
39
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people
seeking to break into the vehicle. The system triggers audible and visual warning
signals if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only
as alarm).
An alarm is triggered when the following monitored areas of the vehicle have a
fault.
› Bonnet.
› Boot lid.
› Doors.
› Ignition lock.
› Vehicle inclination
» page 39.
› Interior of car
» page 39.
› A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply.
› Socket of the factory-fitted towing device
» page 162, Towing a trailer .
An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is discon-
nected while the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
The alarm is switched off by unlocking the vehicle or switching on the ignition.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all of the doors and windows
including the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality
of the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years.
38Using the system

Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
Emergency equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
First aid kit and warning triangle
227
fire extinguisher
228
Vehicle tool kit
228
First aid kit and warning triangle
Fig. 175
Stowage compartment for the first aid kit: Superb / Superb Combi
Fig. 176
Placing of the warning triangle
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 227.
First-aid box
The compartment for stowing the first-aid box is located in the right of the boot » Fig. 175 .
Warning triangle
The warning triangle can be attached to the rear wall trim panel with rubber
straps » Fig. 176 .
WARNINGThe first-aid kit and warning triangle must always be secured safely so that
they do not come loose when making an emergency braking or in a vehicle
collision which could cause injuries to occupants.
Note
■ Pay attention to the expiration date of the first-aid kit.■We recommend using a first-aid kit from ŠKODA Original Accessories, which are
available from a ŠKODA Partner.

227Emergency equipment and self-help

fire extinguisherFig. 177
Fire extinguisher
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 227.
The fire extinguisher is attached by two straps in a holder under the driver seat.
Removing / attaching
›
Loosen the two straps by pulling the buckles in the direction of the ar- row » Fig. 177 .
›
Remove the fire extinguisher.
Installation is carried out in the reverse order.
Please read carefully the instructions which are attached to the fire extinguish-
er.
The fire extinguisher must be checked by an authorised person once a year. The
national legal requirements must be observed.
WARNINGThe fire extinguisher must always be secured safely so that they do not come
loose when making an emergency braking or in a vehicle collision which could
cause injuries to occupants.
Note
■ The fire extinguisher must comply with national legal requirements.■Pay attention to the expiration date of the fire extinguisher. Proper functioning
of the fire extinguisher is not assured once it has passed its expiry date.■
The fire extinguisher is part of the scope of delivery in certain countries only.

Vehicle tool kitFig. 178
Vehicle tool kit
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 227.
The vehicle tool kit and the lifting jack are housed in a plastic box in the spare wheel or in the storage space for the spare wheel. There is also space here for
the removable ball rod for the trailer towing device. The box is attached with a
strap on the spare wheel.
The components of the vehicle tool kit (if included in the vehicle) » Fig. 178.
Screwdriver
Key for removing and installing the tail light Adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts
Towing eye
Clamps for removing the wheel trims
Car jack
Crank for the jack
Wheel wrench
Extraction pliers for wheel bolt caps Replacement bulb set
Screw the car jack back into its initial position after use in order to store it back in
the box with the vehicle tool kit. 
12345678910228Do-it-yourself

The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
Driver of the towed vehicle›
Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that the turn signal lights, horn, windscreen wipers and windscreen washer system can
be used.
›
Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position N if the ve-
hicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
Please note that the brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the en-
gine is running. If the engine is not running, significantly more physical force is re- quired to depress the brake pedal and steer the vehicle.
If using a tow rope, ensure that it is always kept taught.
CAUTION
■ Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start
aid » page 234 , Jump-starting .■
If the gearbox no longer contains any oil because of a defect, your vehicle must
only be towed with the driven wheels raised clear of the ground or on a special
breakdown vehicle or trailer.
■
The vehicle must be transported on a special breakdown vehicle or trailer if it is
not possible to tow in the vehicle in the way described or if the towing distance is
greater than 50 km.
■
To protect both vehicles when tow-starting or towing, the tow rope should be
elastic. Thus one should only use plastic fibre rope or a rope made out of a simi-
larly elastic material.
■
While towing, take care to avoid impermissibly high tensile forces or jerky loads.
There is always a risk of excessive stresses and damage resulting at the points to
which you attach the tow rope or tow bar when you attempt to tow a vehicle
which is not standing on a paved road.
■
Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes » page 237 , Front tow-
ing eye or » page 238 , Rear towing eye to the detachable ball head of the towing
equipment » page 162 .
Note
■
We recommend using a tow rope from ŠKODA Original Accessories, which is
available from a ŠKODA Partner.■
Towing another vehicle requires a certain amount of practice. Both drivers
should be familiar with the particular points about towing a vehicle. Unskilled
drivers should not attempt to tow in another vehicle or to be towed in.
■ When towing, respect the national legal provisions, especially those which re-
late to the identification of the towing vehicle and the vehicle being towed.■
The tow rope must not be twisted as it may in certain circumstances result in
the front towing eye being unscrewed out of your vehicle.

Front towing eye
Fig. 187
Front bumper: Removing the cap/installing the towing eye
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 236.
›
Remove the cap from the front bumper » Fig. 187 - 
.
›
Screw in the towing eye by turning to the left up to the stop » Fig. 187 - 
and
tighten as much as possible. For tightening purposes, we recommend, for exam-
ple, using the wheel wrench, towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object
that can be pushed through the eye.
›
After unscrewing the towing eye, put the cap on and press into place. The cap
must engage firmly.
CAUTION
The towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, otherwise
the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting.
237Emergency equipment and self-help

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