2013 SKODA SUPERB lock

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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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
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAHLAdaptive headlightsAGAutomatic gearboxAPNAccess Point Name - the name of an access point for the WiFi
networkTCSTraction controlCO 2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
meterDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlEUEuropean UnionFSIStratified petrol direct injectionGSMGroupe Spécial Mobile - a digital network of mobile devices for the transmission of voice and dataHFPHands-free profile - connection of a mobile device by means of
its Bluetooth ®
profilekWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxMFDMultifunction displayN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torqueAbbreviationDefinitionPINPersonal Identification Number - personal identification num-
ber for the connection of electronic devices using Bluetooth ®
or WiFirSAPRemote SIM Access Profile - remote transmission of SIM dataSSPsimple security pairing - connection of two devices using Blue-
tooth ®
profileTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection
systemTDI PDDiesel engine with injection system and unit injector injection systemTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injectionUMTSUniversal Mobile Telecommunication System - the next evolu-
tion of the GSM network (3G)WLANWireless Local Area Network - wireless connection of elec- tronic devices for data transfer (WiFi)
7Abbreviations

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectric windows
44
Door opening lever
37
Central locking system
36
Air outlet
99
Parking ticket holder
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
53
›
Speed regulating system
157
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
180
›with pushbuttons for radio, navigation system phone and infor-
mation system
111, 126
Instrument cluster: Instruments, warning lights and display
10
Operating lever:
› Information system
23
›Windscreen wiper and wash system
61
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
99
Regulator for left seat heating
70
Button for hazard warning light system
56
Regulator for right seat heating
70
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
80
Front passenger airbag
180
Air outlet
99
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
184
Door opening lever
3712345678910111213141516171819Electric exterior mirror adjustment65Light switch51
Bonnet release lever
208
Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head- light beam range adjustment
52, 52
Storage compartment on the driver's side
75
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
130
Driver’s knee airbag
181
Ignition lock
132
Pedals
139
Handbrake
138
Bars with buttons depending on the equipment fitted:
› 
START STOP
159
› 
Tyre control display
21
› 
Traction control TCS
151
› 
Electronic Stability Control ESC
150
› 
Park Assist
153
› 
Parking aid
152
› 
Tailgate operation (Superb Combi)
42
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
138
›
Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
139
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Ashtrays
77
›
Storage compartment
76
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
184
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the air conditioning system
100
›Operating controls for Climatronic
103
Note
The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on
right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on
the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.2021222324252627282930313233349Cockpit

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

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.
13Instruments and Indicator Lights

The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT dis-
play whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu, the
first of the error messages is displayed. Several error messages are shown on the
display under the message e.g. 1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three
error messages is being displayed.
Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 16Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot» page 14Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty» page 18Thickness of brake pads» page 21Problem with engine oil pressure» page 14
 Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the 
symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maximum
permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
 Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot
A 
symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the auto-
matic gearbox clutches is too high.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Log book!
 do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until
the 
icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as
soon as the symbol disappears.
WARNINGIf 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.Note■
If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 23 .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.

Warning Lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
15
 Brake system
15
 Seat belt warning light
15

Generator
16
 Open door
16
 Engine oil pressure
16
 Coolant
16
 Bonnet
17

Boot lid
17
 
Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system)
17
 Engine oil level
18
 Traction Control System (ASR)
18
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
18
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
19
 The rear fog light
19
 Bulb failure
19
 Adaptive headlights
19
 Exhaust inspection system
19
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
19

EPC fault light (petrol engine)
20
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
20
 Fuel reserve
20
 Airbag system
21
 Tyre pressure
21

14Using the system

 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.

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