Specifications and capacity (in l) for vehicles with fixed service intervalsPetrol enginesSpecificationCapacity1.4 ltr./92 kW TSIVW 501 01, VW 502 003.6
1.8 l/112, 118 kW TSI
VW 502 00
4.6
applies to RussiaSAE 0W - 30
VW 502 00/505 00
2.0 ltr./147 kW TSI
VW 502 00
4.6
applies to Russia SAE 0W - 30
VW 502 00/505 003.6 l/191 kW FSIVW 502 005.5Diesel engines a)SpecificationCapacity1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CRVW 507 004.32.0 ltr/103 kW TDI CR DPFVW 507 004.32.0 ltr/125 kW TDI CR DPFVW 507 004.3a)
Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines
without a DPF.
CAUTION
■
If the above engine oils are not available, a different engine oil can be used in
an emergency. To prevent damage to the engine, a maximum of 0.5 litres only
of the following engine oils may be used until the next oil change: ■ For petrol engine models: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN/API SM;
■ For diesel engine models: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Checking the oil level
Fig. 163
Principle sketch: Dipstick
Read and observe and on page 185 first.
The dipstick indicates the engine oil level » Fig. 163.
Checking the oil level
Ensure that the vehicle is positioned on a level surface and the engine has
reached its operating temperature.
›
Switch off the engine.
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Open the bonnet.
›
Pull out the dipstick.
›
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop.
›
Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
Oil level within range
A
No oil must be refilled.
Oil level within range
B
Oil can be refilled. Afterwards, the oil level can lie in the range
A
.
Oil level within range
C
The engine must be topped up with oil so that the oil level at least reaches the
range
B
.
The engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5 l/
1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which
you operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during
the first 5 000 km.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals. We recommend after each
time you refuel or prior to making a long journey.
We recommend maintaining the oil level within the range
A
, but not above , if
the engine has been operating at high loads, for example, during a lengthy
motorway trip during the summer months, towing a trailer or negotiating a
high mountain pass.
The indicator light in the instrument cluster will indicate whether the oil level
is too low » page 35,
Engine oil level
. Check the oil level using the dipstick
as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
The oil level must never be above the A range » Fig. 163 – there is a risk of
damaging the exhaust system!186General Maintenance
WARNINGInformation regarding tyre damage or wear■Never use tyres if you do not know anything about the condition and age.■
Never drive with damaged tyres – risk of accident!
■
Immediately replace damaged wheel rims or tyres.
■
You must have your tyres replaced with new ones at the latest when the
wear indicators have been worn down.
■
Worn tyres impair necessary adhesion to the road surface, particularly at
high speeds on wet roads. This could lead to “aquaplaning” (uncontrolled
vehicle movement – “swimming” on a wet road surface).
WARNINGInformation on tyre pressure■The tyre control display does not absolve the driver of the responsibility
to ensure the correct tyre inflation pressure. Check the tyre inflation pres-
sure at regular intervals.■
Insufficient or excessive inflation pressure impairs handling – risk of acci-
dent!
■
If the inflation pressure is too low, the tyre will have to overcome a higher
rolling resistance. This will cause a significant increase in the temperature
of the tyre, especially at higher speeds. This can result in tread separation
and a tyre blowout.
WARNINGInformation on the wheel bolts■The wheel bolts must be clean and must turn easily. Never treat them
with grease or oil.■
The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light al-
loy wheels is 120 Nm.
■
If the wheel bolts are tightened to a too low tightening torque, the rims
could come loose when the car is moving – risk of accident! A tightening
torque which is too high can damage the bolts and threads and this can re-
sult in permanent deformation of the contact surfaces on the rims.
■
In case of incorrect treatment of the wheel bolts, the wheel can loosen
when the car is moving – risk of accident!
WARNINGInformation on the temporary spare wheel■Only use the temporary spare wheel when absolutely necessary.■
Never drive with more than one temporary spare wheel mounted.
■
The snow chains cannot be used on the temporary spare wheel.
CAUTION
■ If a spare wheel is used that is not identical to the fitted tyres, the following
must be observed » page 197, Spare and temporary spare wheel .■
Protect the tyres from contact with oil, grease and fuel.
■
Replace lost valve caps.
■
If, in the event of a puncture, it is necessary to fit a spare wheel with a tyre
without a dedicated running direction or with the opposite direction of rota-
tion, drive carefully as the optimal characteristics of the tyre are no longer ap-
plicable in this situation.
For the sake of the environment
Tyres that are insufficiently inflated increase your fuel consumption.
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres be carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use wheel rims, tyres, full wheel trims and snow
chains from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Service life of tyres
Fig. 168
Principle sketch: Tyre tread with wear indicators/open fuel filler
flap with a table detailing the tyre sizes and tyre inflation pressures
194General Maintenance
Folding hook97
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)100
Removable Light (Superb Combi)101
Roll-up boot cover (Superb Combi)99
Side compartment with battery100
Boot cover (Superb Combi)99
Boot lid55
automatic locking56
Warning light34
(Superb Combi)56
Brake Information messages
33
Warning light33
Brake booster141
Brake fluid189
Changing189
Checking189
Information messages33
Brake pads warning light
38
Brakes Brake assist systems
151
Brake booster141
Brake fluid189
Handbrake141
Running in145
Braking Information on braking
140
Breakdown kit205
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
162
Bulbs Replacing
219
Button in the driver's door Electric power windows
59
C
Car care
169
Car computer See multifunction display
41
Car park ticket holder87
Carrier106
Cavity protection176
CD changer133
Central locking48
Central locking button52
Changing Brake fluid
189
Engine oil187
Wheels201
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
202
Preliminary work202
Remove and attaching a wheel202
Charging a vehicle battery192
Check Fit ball head properly
165
Checking Battery electrolyte level
191
Brake fluid189
Coolant188
Engine oil186
Oil level186
Windscreen washer fluid184
Children and safety21
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock53
Child seat Classification
23
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
TOP TETHER24
Use of child seats23
Use of ISOFIX child seats24
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
174
Cigarette lighter89
Cleaning169
Alcantara178
Artificial leather178
cloths178
Covers of electrically heated seats178
Headlight lenses175
Natural leather177
Plastic parts174
Wheels176
Climatronic113
Air recirculation115
automatic mode114
Control elements113
Controlling blower116
Cooling system114
Defrosting windscreen116
Setting the temperature114
Clothes hook92
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
90
Ashtray89
Cigarette lighter89
General view27
Lighting71
Practical equipment86
Storage compartments86
Comfort control window
61
COMING HOME70
Compartments86
Computer See multifunction display
41
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
63
sliding / tilting roof (Superb Estate)65
convenience turn signal67
Coolant187
Checking188
Information messages34
Replenishing188
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Long-cargo channel94
Low beam Warning light
39
Low beam lights66
Luggage compartment95
Class N1 vehicles96
Cover98
Emergency unlocking212
Fastening elements97
Fix floor covering98
Fixing nets97
Lighting95
Luggage net98
see boot lid55
Side pockets99
Unlocking the tailgate212
Variable loading floor102
Luggage compartment cover98
Luggage compartment lid55
Luggage net98
M
Main beam
67
Warning light39
Maintenance148
Decorative films175
Manual air conditioning adjusting
112
Recirculated air mode112
Manual gear changing see gear changing
141
Manually setting air conditioning Control elements
110
MAXI DOT See MAXI DOT display
44
MAXI DOT display44
Main menu44
Operation40
Settings45
MDI Installation in the storage compartment90
MFD See multifunction display
41
Mirror Exterior mirrors
78
Mirrors Interior mirror
77
Vanity74
Mobile phone119, 122, 124
Connecting to the hands-free system122, 124
Modifications169
Modifications and technical alterations Airbags
171
Service170
Spoiler171
Multifunction display Functions
41
Information42
Memory42
Operation40
Multimedia131
AUX133
MDI133
N
N1
96
Net partition105
Behind the front seats106
Behind the rear seats105
Removing and refitting the housing106
Nets97
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)100
O
Oil Information message
34
See Engine oil186
Oil pressure Information message34
On-board computer See multifunction display
41
Operating the sun screen
64
Operating weight224
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
181
Vehicle battery191
Outside temperature42
Overview Engine compartment
184
Warning lights32
P
Paintwork See Paintwork care
174
Paintwork care174
Park assist154
Departing from a parallel parking space157
Finding a parking space155
Information messages157
Parking156
Park Assist automatic emergency braking
157
Operation155
Parking Park assist
154
Parking aid153
Parking aid153
Function154
Parking lights66
Parking the vehicle Unlock
51
Part replacement169
237Index