2014 SKODA SUPERB tyre pressure

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.
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You must have your tyres replaced with new ones at the latest when the
wear indicators have been worn down.
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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.
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Replace lost valve caps.
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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

Fig. 169
Replacing wheels
Read and observe and on page 193 first.
The service life of tyres depends on the inflation pressure, driving style and
other circumstances. Following the advice below can extend the service life of
your tyres.
Tyre pressure
Check the tyre pressure, including that of the spare wheel, at least once a
month and also before setting off on a long journey.
The tyre pressures for tyres are shown on the inside of the fuel filler
flap » Fig. 168 –
.
The tyre pressure should be at the highest pressure specified for your vehicle
at all times.
Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the
higher pressure on warm tyres.
With greater additional load, adjust the tyre inflation pressure accordingly.
Driving style
Fast cornering, sharp acceleration and braking increase the wear of your tyres.
Balancing wheels
The wheels of a new vehicle are balanced. When driving, however, there are a
range of factors that may result in an imbalance. This may become apparent by
a “vibration” in the steering.
Have the wheels rebalanced after replacing the tyres.
Wheel alignment errors
Incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear leads to excess wear of the
tyres.
Tyre damage
Drive over kerbs and other such obstacles slowly and at right angles wherever
possible in order to avoid damage to tyres and wheel trims.
We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures,
cuts, splits and bulges, etc.) on a regular basis. Remove foreign bodies (e.g.
small stones) from the tyre tread immediately.
Replacing wheels
If significantly greater wear is present on the front tyres, we recommend
swapping the front wheels with the rear wheels as shown in the dia-
gram » Fig. 169 . You will then obtain approximately the same life for all the
tyres.
We recommend that you swap the tyres every 10,000 km in order to achieve
even wear on all tyres and to ensure optimal service life for the tyres.
Storing tyres
Identify disassembled tyres so that the previous direction of rotation can be
maintained if the tyres are reassembled.
Always store wheels or tyres in a cool, dry place that is as dark as possible.
Tyres which are not fixed to a wheel trim should be stored upright.
Wear indicators
The base of the tread of the tyres has 1.6 mm high wear indicators installed.
These wear indicators are arranged evenly spaced around the circumference of
the tyre a number of times depending on the make » Fig. 168 -
 . Markings on
the walls of the tyres through the letters “TWI”, triangular symbols or other
symbols identify the position of the wear indicators.
Tyre age
Tyres age and lose their original characteristics, even if they are not being
used. Therefore, we recommend not using summer or winter tyres older than
6 or 4 years old respectively.
New tyres
Read and observe
and on page 193 first.
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and tread
pattern on one axle on all four wheels.
The tyre/wheel combinations which are approved for your vehicle are indica-
ted in your vehicle documents. 
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Where possible, replace tyres by axle. Always fit the tyres with the deeper
tread depth to the front wheels.
Explanation of tyre markings
205/55 R 16 94 V
What this means is:205Tyre width in mm » Fig. 168 on page 194 - 55Height/width ratio in % » Fig. 168 on page 194 - RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial » Fig. 168 on page 194 -
16Diameter of wheel in inches » Fig. 168 on page 194 - 94Load index » VSpeed symbol »
The date of manufacture is stated on the tyre wall (possibly on the inside). e.g.
DOT ... 11 14...
means, for example, that the tyre was manufactured in the 11th week of 2014.
Load index
This indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual tyre.
615 kg
630 kg
650 kg
670 kg
690 kg
730 kg
775 kg
Speed symbol
This indicates the maximum permissible vehicle speed with fitted tyres in each
category.
130 km/h
160 km/h
170 km/h
180 km/h
190 km/h
200 km/h
210 km/h
91929394959799MQRSTUH240 km/h
270 km/h
300 km/h
CAUTION
The information about the load index and the speed symbol is listed in your
vehicle documents.
Unidirectional tyres
Read and observe
and on page 193 first.
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the
tyre .
The indicated direction of rotation must be adhered to in order to ensure the
optimal characteristics of these tyres.
These characteristics mainly relate to the following: › Increased driving stability.
› Reduced risk of aquaplaning.
› Reduced tyre noise and tyre wear.
Tyre pressure monitor
Fig. 170
Button for setting the tyre infla-
tion pressure control value
Read and observe and on page 193 first.
System settings
After changing the tyre inflation pressure, after changing one or several
wheels, the position of a wheel on the vehicle (e.g. exchanging the wheels be-
tween the axles) or when the warning light lights up while driving, a system
configuration must be carried out as follows.
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Inflate all of the tyres to the specified inflation pressure » page 195.
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›Switch on the ignition.›Press the
 » Fig. 170 symbol button for longer than 2 seconds.
If the warning light 
in the instrument cluster lights up and does not go out
after the system configuration, this indicates a system fault.
If the warning light 
in the instrument cluster flashes, there is a system fault.
Tyre pressure indicator
The warning light 
in the instrument cluster lights up when any of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
› The tyre inflation pressure is low.
› The structure of the tyre is damaged.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are mounted.
› The spare wheel is mounted.
› One wheel per axle was changed.WARNING■
When the warning light  in the instrument cluster lights up, immediate-
ly reduce the speed and avoid sudden steering and brake manoeuvres.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and inspect the tyres and their infla-
tion pressure.■
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or un-
paved roads) the warning light 
in the instrument cluster can be delayed
or does not light up at all.
CAUTION
■ The system cannot warn in case of very rapid tyre inflation pressure loss, e.g.
in case of sudden tyre damage. In this case carefully bring the vehicle to a
standstill without sudden steering movements or sharp braking.■
To ensure a proper functioning of the tyre control display, it is necessary to
repeat the basic setting every 10000 km or once a year.
■
The tyre pressure monitor does not replace the need to check tyre pressure
regularly.
Spare and temporary spare wheelFig. 171
Fixing the spare or temporary
spare wheel
Read and observe and on page 193 first.
The spare or temporary spare wheel is located in a well under the floor cover-
ing in the boot and is fixed in place with a special bolt » Fig. 171.
Take out the wheel
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Open the tailgate.
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Raise the floor covering in the boot » page 98.
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Remove the box with the tool kit.
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Unscrew the nut » Fig. 171 anticlockwise.
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Take out the wheel.
Stow the wheel
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Place the wheel into the spare wheel well with the wheel rim pointing down-
ward.
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Screw on the nut » Fig. 171 clockwise until the wheel is safely secured.
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Place the box with the tool kit back into the spare wheel and secure it with
the tape.
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Fold back the floor in the luggage compartment.
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Close the boot lid.
Fit a wheel in the appropriate dimensions and design as soon as possible.
If the dimensions or design of the spare wheel differ from the tyres fitted to
the vehicle (e.g. winter tyres or low-profile tyres), it must only be used briefly
in the event of a puncture and if an appropriately cautious style of driving is
adopted »
.
Temporary spare wheel
A warning label is displayed on the rim of the temporary spare wheel. 
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Please note the following if you intend to use the temporary spare wheel.› The warning label must not be covered after installing the wheel.
› Be particularly observant when driving.
› The temporary spare wheel is inflated to the maximum inflation pressure for
the vehicle » Fig. 168 on page 194 .
› The tyre inflation pressure of the spare wheel R 18 is 420 kPa.
› Only use this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage,
as it is not intended for long-term use.WARNING■ Never drive with more than one temporary spare wheel mounted!■Never use the temporary spare wheel if it is damaged.■
If the dimensions or design of the temporary spare wheel differ from the
fitted tyres, never drive faster than 80 km/h (or 50 mph).
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
CAUTION
Observe the instructions on the warning sign of the temporary spare wheel.
Full wheel trim
Read and observe
and on page 193 first.
Pulling off
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Hook the clamp found in the vehicle tool kit » page 201 into the reinforced
edge of the wheel trim.
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Push the wheel wrench through the clamp, support on the tyre and pull off
the wheel trim.
Fitting
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Press the wheel trim onto the wheel rim at the designated valve opening.
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Then press the trim into the wheel rim until its entire circumference locks
correctly in place.
CAUTION
■ Use the pressure of your hand only, do not strike the full wheel trim. Avoid
heavy impacts when the trim has not yet been inserted into the wheel rim.
This could cause damage to the guide and centring elements of the trim.■
When using the anti-theft wheel bolt, ensure that it is in the hole in the
valve area » page 204 , Securing wheels against theft .
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If wheel trims are retrofitted it must be ensured that an adequate flow of air
is assured to cool the brake system.
Wheel boltsFig. 172
Remove the cap
Read and observe and on page 193 first.
Pulling off
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Push the extraction pliers » page 201 sufficiently far onto the cap until the
inner catches of the pliers are positioned at the collar of the cap.
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Remove the cap in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 172.
Fitting
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Push the cap onto the wheel bolt up to the stop.
The wheel bolt caps are housed in a plastic box in the spare wheel or in the
storage space for the spare wheel.
Wheel bolts
Read and observe
and on page 193 first.
Wheels and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. Each
time you fit other wheels rims, e.g. light alloy wheel rims or wheels with winter
tyres, you must also use the matching wheel bolts with the correct length and
dome shape. The right fastening of wheels depends on this.
Winter operation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Winter tyres
199
Snow chains
199198General Maintenance

›Stow the tool kit in the space provided and secure using the band.›Check
the tyre pressure on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible.›
Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque
wrench as soon as possible.
›
Replace the damaged wheel or consult a specialist garage about repair op-
tions.
Note
■ If it is determined that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn
when changing the wheel, the bolts must be replaced before checking the
tightening torque.■
Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed until the tightening torque
has been checked.
Loosening/tightening wheel bolts
Fig. 177
Changing a wheel: Loosening the
wheel bolts
Read and observe on page 201 first.
Releasing
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Push the wheel wrench onto the wheel bolt as far as the stop 1)
.
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Grip the wrench at its end and turn the bolt about one turn in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 177.
Tightening
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Push the wheel wrench onto the wheel bolt as far as the stop 1)
.
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Grip the wrench at its end and turn the bolt against the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 177 until it is tight.
WARNINGUndo the wheel bolts only a little (about one turn) provided that the vehicle
has not yet been jacked up. Otherwise the wheel could come off and fall
down – risk of injury!
Note
If it proves difficult to undo the bolts, carefully apply pressure to the end of the
wrench with your foodt. Keep hold of the vehicle when doing so, and make
sure you keep your footing.
Raising the vehicle
Fig. 178
Jacking points for positioning
lifting jack
Fig. 179
Attach lifting jack
Read and observe
on page 201 first.
Position the car jack below the jacking point closest to the flat tyre » Fig. 178.
The jacking point is located directly below the engraving in the lower sill. 
1)
Use the appropriate adapter for undoing and tightening the anti-theft wheel bolts
» page 204.
203Emergency equipment and self-help

›Insert the crank into the mount on the car jack
» page 201.›Position the lifting jack below the jacking point with the crank and move it up
until its claw is positioned below the vertical web of the lower sill.›
Offer the jack up so that its claw encloses the web » Fig. 179 - 
.
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Support the base plate of the jack with its full area resting on level ground
and ensure that the jack is located in a vertical position at the point where
the claw encloses the web » Fig. 179 - 
.
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Continue turning up the jack until the wheel is just about lifted off the
ground.
WARNING■ Only raise the vehicle at the attachment points.■Choose a flat and firm surface for jacking the vehicle.
Securing wheels against theft
Fig. 180
Principle sketch: Anti-theft
wheel bolt with adapter
Read and observe on page 201 first.
The anti-theft wheel bolts can only be removed/tightened with the aid of the
adapter » page 201 , Vehicle tool kit .
›
Pry the cover off the anti-theft wheel bolt.
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Insert adapter
B
» Fig. 180 with its toothed end fully into the inner toothing
of the anti-theft wheel bolt
A
to the stop so that only the outer hexagon
projects.
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Push the wheel wrench onto the adapter
B
up to the stop.
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Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt » page 203.
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After removing the adapter replace the cap on the anti-theft wheel bolt.
›
Have the tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possi-
ble.
Note■ Make a note of the code number hammered into the rear side of the adapter
or the rear side of the anti-theft wheel bolt. This number can be used to pur-
chase a replacement adapter from ŠKODA Original Parts if necessary.■
We recommend that you always carry the adapter for the wheel bolts with
you in the vehicle. It should be stowed in the vehicle tool kit.
■
The anti-theft wheel bolt set and adapter can be purchased from a ŠKODA
Partner.
Tyre repair
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Breakdown kit
205
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
205
Sealing and inflating the tyre
206
Check after 10 minutes' driving
206
Use the breakdown kit to reliably repair tyre damage caused by foreign bodies
or a puncture with diameters up to approx. 4 mm.
A repair made using the breakdown kit is never intended to replace a perma-
nent repair on the tyre. Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist ga-
rage.
The wheel must not be removed during repair.
Do not remove foreign bodies , e.g. screws or nails, from the tyre.
The breakdown kit must not be used under the following circumstances. › There is damage to the rim.
› The outside temperature is less than -20 °C.
› The tears or punctures are greater than 4 mm in size.
› There is damage to the tyre wall.
› Driving with very low tyre pressure or with a completely flat tyre.
› If the use-by-date (see inflation bottle) has passed. 
204Do-it-yourself

WARNING■A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a stand-
ard tyre.■
Do not travel faster than 80 km/h.
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
■
Check the tyre pressure after driving for 10 minutes.
■
The sealant is hazardous to heath. Remove immediately if it comes into
contact with the skin.
For the sake of the environment
Used sealant or sealant whose expiry date has passed must be disposed of in
accordance with environmental protection regulations.
Note
■ Observe the manufacturer's usage instructions for the breakdown kit.■A new bottle of sealant can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Parts.■
Immediately replace the tyre that was repaired using the breakdown kit, or
consult a specialist garage about repair options.
Breakdown kit
Fig. 181
Principle sketch: Components of the breakdown kit
Read and observe
on page 205 first.
The kit is located in a box under the floor covering in the luggage compart-
ment.
Components of the breakdown kit » Fig. 181
Valve remover
Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”/“max. 50 mph” Inflation hose with plug
Air compressor
Tyre inflation hose
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
Air release valve
ON and OFF switch
12 volt cable connector
Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent
Replacement valve core
The valve remover 1
has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve core.
This is the only way in which you can remove and re-install the valve core from
the tyre valve. The same also applies to the replacement valve core
11
.
Preparations for using the breakdown kit
Read and observe
on page 205 first.
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the break-
down kit.
›
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as
flat and firm a surface as possible.
›
If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and
set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal re-
quirements must be observed.
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Have all the occupants get out. The passengers should not stand on the
road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for instance) while
the wheel is being changed.
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Switch off the engine and move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the
selector lever on the automatic gearbox into position P.
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Apply the handbrake firmly.
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Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit » page 204.
Uncouple a trailer.
›
Remove the breakdown kit from the boot.
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Stick the sticker
2
» Fig. 181 on page 205 on the dashboard in the driver's
field of view. 
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