2014 SKODA SUPERB Windscreen

NoteIf the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light extinguishes auto-
matically after around 20 minutes.
Entry lighting
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!
Note
If 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
73
Sun visors
74
Sun screen
74
Sun screen in the rear doors
74Windscreen and rear window heaterFig. 57
Buttons for the rear and front window heating Climatronic / man-
ual air conditioning
Buttons in the centre console Switching 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.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
The heater automatically switches off after approximately 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 economy » page 148, Saving electrical energy .
Note
■
If the on-board voltage drops, the heater switches off automatically, in order
to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 193, Auto-
matic load deactivation .■
If the light is flashing inside the button the heater is off due to low battery.
73Lights and visibility

Retracting›Remove the sun screen from the handle A » Fig. 61 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
76
Headlight cleaning system
77
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 de-
pending 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 184.
WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving » page 214.■
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■ 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 igni-
tion is turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold tempera-
tures between the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned
back on again.■
In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or be-
fore 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 fro-
zen to the windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wip-
er motor!
■
Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the pane.
■
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.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
blades would move back into their rest position and while doing 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 ob-
stacle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the the obstacle and
switch the wiper on again.
Note
■ Each time the ignition switches off for the third time, the position of the
windscreen wipers changes. This counteracts an early fatigue of the wiper rub-
bers.■
The rear window wiper only operates if the boot lid is closed.
■
The wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis with a windscreen
cleaner to avoid any smears. The wiper blades should be cleaned with a
sponge or cloth if they are heavily soiled by insect residues, for example.
■
Keep the wiper blades clean. They may become soiled, e.g., with wax resi-
dues after washing in automatic car wash systems » page 173.
■
The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en-
gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10 °C.
75Lights and visibility

Windscreen wipers and washersFig. 62
Operating lever: Windscreen
wipers and washer settings
Read and observe and on page 75 first.
Lever positions
0Wipers off1Periodic windscreen wiping/automatic wiping in rain2Slow windscreen wiping3Rapid windscreen wiping4 Flick windscreen wiping, service position of the wiper
arms » page 214 , (spring-loaded position)5Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-tensioned position)6Wiping the rear window pane (the windscreen wiper wipes at regu-
lar intervals after a few seconds)7Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window (spring-tensioned posi-
tion)ASwitches for setting the required break between the individual
wiper strokes (1
periodic windscreen wiping) or the wiper speed in
rain (
1
automatic windscreen wiping in rain)
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen 
The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wipers wipe some-
what later. The wash system and the windscreen wiper operate simultaneous-
ly at a speed of more than 120 km/h.
Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the
wiper to continue for another 3-4 wiper strokes (depending on the period of
spraying of the windscreen).
At a speed of more than 2 km/h, the wiper wipes once again 5 seconds after
the last wiper stroke in order to wipe the last drops from the windscreen. This function can be activated/deactivated by a specialist garage.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window 
(Superb Combi)
The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wiper wipes some-
what later.
Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the
wiper to continue for another 2-3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of
spraying of the windscreen). The operating lever remains in position » Fig. 626
.
Automatic rear window wiper (Superb Combi)
If the lever is in position
2
» Fig. 62 or
3
the rear window is wiped every
30 or 10 seconds if the vehicle's speed exceeds 5 km/h.
If automatic windscreen wiping in rain is activated (the operating lever is in the position
1
) the function is only active if the windscreen wipers operate in
continuous mode (no break between each wiping process).
Automatic rear window wiping can be activated/deactivated via the MAXI DOT
display in the menu item Rear wiper » page 45 .
Winter setting of the windscreen wiper
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wip-
ers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.
› Switch on the windscreen wipers.
› Switch off the ignition.
The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when
switching off the ignition.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 214.
Note
If the operating lever is in the position 2 or 3 and the speed of the vehicle
drops below 4 km / h, the wiping speed is switched to a lower wiping level.
The original setting is restored step by step when the speed of the vehicle ex-
ceeds 8 km/h.76Operation

Headlight cleaning systemRead and observe
and on page 75 first.
After the ignition is switched on, the headlights are always cleaned at the first
and after every tenth spray of the windscreen (setting
5
» Fig. 62 on
page 76 ), when the low beam or main beam is switched on.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight
lenses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. The following guide-
lines must be observed » page 175, Headlight lenses .
To ensure the proper operation of the cleaning system during the winter, any snow should be removed from the washer nozzle fixtures and ice should be
cleared with a de-icing spray.
CAUTION
Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand – risk of
damage!
Rear mirror
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror
77
Exterior mirrors
78WARNING■ Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other ob-
jects.■
Convex (curved outward) or aspheric exterior mirrors increase the field of
vision. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These
mirrors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the fol-
lowing vehicles.
■
Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.
■
The illuminated display of an external navigation unit can lead to opera-
tional faults to the automatic dimming interior mirror – risk of accident.
WARNINGThe mirrors with automatic dimming contain an electrolyte liquid which can
escape if mirror glass is broken.■
The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin, eyes and breath appara-
tus. Immediately seek out fresh air and leave the vehicle. If this is not pos-
sible, at least open the window.
■
If you swallow electrolytic fluid, seek medical assistance immediately.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water.
Then consult a doctor immediately.
Interior mirror
Fig. 63
Interior mirror: manual dimming / auto-darkening / light sensor
Read and observe
on page 77 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 63
Basic position of the mirror
Mirror blackout
Mirror with automatic dimming » Fig. 63
Warning light - lights when dimming is activated
Switch for the activation of the automatic mirror dimming
Light sensor
Light sensor on the back of the mirror
If the automatic dimming is enabled, the mirror dims automatically depending
on the light falling on the sensors. 
12ABCD77Lights and visibility

When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror always moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
Do not attach external navigation devices on to the windscreen or in the vicini-
ty of the automatic dimming mirror » page 77,
in section Introduction .
Note
■
The automatic dimming mirror only functions smoothly if the light falling on
the sensors is not compromised (e.g. by the sun screen back).■
If the automatic interior mirror dimming is switched off, the exterior mirror
dimming is also switched off.
Exterior mirrors
Fig. 64
Knob for the mirrors
Read and observe on page 77 first.
The knob can be moved into the following positions.
Adjust the left mirror
Adjust the right mirror
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
Folding in the exterior mirrors
Adjust the position
The mirror can be adjusted to the desired position by moving the knob in the
direction of the arrow » Fig. 64.
The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary
knob.
Synchronous adjustment of the mirror
›
Activate the synchronous adjustment of the mirror above the MAXI DOT dis- play in the menu item Mirror adjust. » page 45 , Settings .
›Turn the knob for the mirror control to the position for the driver mirror ad-
justment.›
Adjust the mirror to the desired position.
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors with the rotary knob
It is only possible to fold in both exterior mirrors when the ignition is switched
on and at a speed of up to 15 km/h.
The mirrors are folded out into the driving position after the rotary knob is
turned from the position 
to a different one.
Folding-in both of the exterior mirrors using the remote control key
›
Close all windows.
›
Press  on the remote control key for about 2 seconds.
The exterior mirror is folded back into the driving position when the ignition is
switched on.
Mirror with automatic dimming
The exterior mirror blackout is controlled together with the automatic dimming
interior mirror » page 77.
Fold in passenger's mirror
The passenger-side mirror can tilt down to improve the view to the curb when
reversing.
The mirror will be folded if the following conditions are met. The vehicle is equipped with the memory function for the driver's
seat » page 82 .
The function is activated via the MAXI DOT display in the menu item Mirror
down. » page 45 , Settings .
The knob for the mirror control is in the position for the passenger mirror
adjustment.
The reverse gear is engaged.
Memory function for mirrors
On vehicles fitted with a memory function for the driver seat, the relevant set-
ting for the exterior mirrors can also be stored automatically when the seat
position is stored » page 82.
WARNINGDo not touch the exterior mirror surfaces, if the exterior mirror heating is
switched on - hazard of burning. 78Operation

Storage compartment on the passenger side92Storage compartment under the passenger seat92
Clothes hook
92
Storage pockets on the front seats
93
Storage compartment for umbrella
93
Storage compartment in rear centre console
93
Storage compartment in the rear armrest
94
Rear seat backrest with long-cargo channel
94
Removable ski bag
95WARNING■Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident.■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from oth-
er storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would not
be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal or accelerate - danger of causing
an accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
Car park ticket holder
Fig. 78
Windscreen: Parking ticket hold-
er
Read and observe on page 87 first.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 79
Storage compartment on the
driver's side
Read and observe on page 87 first.
Opening
›
Raise the handle
A
» Fig. 79 and open out the compartment in the direction
of the arrow.
Closing
›
Swivel the lid against the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.87Seats and useful equipment

Air conditioning system
Heating, ventilation, cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlets
108
Using the air conditioning system economically
109
Operational problems
110
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect.
Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode for the air-con-
ditioning system » page 112 or for Climatronic » page 115.
WARNINGFor your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about
how to correctly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to de-
mist and defrost the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or
leaves) to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
Note■ The exhaust air streams out through vents at the rear of the luggage com-
partment.■
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating
air mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from
the interior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air condition-
ing system. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning sys-
tem is operating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and
expense (replacement of compressor).
Air outlets
Fig. 122
Air vents at the front 
108Operation

adjustingRead and observe
on page 110 first.
Recommended basic settings of the control elements of the air conditioning system for the respective operating modes:
SettingsControl dial settings » Fig. 124 on page 110Button » Fig. 124 on page 110Air outlet vents 2 » Fig. 122
on page 108ABCDefrost/defog windscreen and
side windows a)Desired tempera-
ture3 or 4Automaticallyswitched onDo not switch onOpen and align with the side windowThe fastest heatingTo the right up tothe stop3Switched offBriefly switch onOpeningComfortable heatingDesired tempera- ture2 or 3Switched offDo not switch onOpeningThe fastest coolingTo the left up to
the stopbriefly 4, then 2 or 3ActivatedBriefly switch onOpeningComfortable coolingDesired tempera- ture1, 2 or 3ActivatedDo not switch onOpen and align to the roofFresh air mode - ventilationTo the left up tothe stopDesired positionSwitched offDo not switch onOpeninga)
We recommend that you do not use this setting in countries with high humidity levels. This can result in heavy cooling of the window glass and the following fogging from outside.
We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 » Fig. 122 on page 108 in
the opened position.
Recirculated air mode
Read and observe
on page 110 first.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting in-to the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in
a traffic jam.
Switching on/off
›
Press the  button.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
›
Press the  button again.
The indicator light in the button goes out.
Recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution con-
trol C » Fig. 124 on page 110 is turned to the  position.
Recirculated air mode can be switched on again from this setting by repeatedly pressing the symbol button 
.WARNINGDo not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as
“stale” air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an acci-
dent increases. Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows
start to mist up.112Operation