WARNINGIf you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we rec-
ommend not to use the seat heating. This can lead to burns on the back,
the posterior and the legs which are difficult to heal. If the seat heating is
used, we recommend to make regular breaks in your journey when driving
long distances, so that the body can recuperate from the stress of the jour-
ney. Please consult your doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■Do not turn on the seat heater if seats are not occupied.■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seats have objects attached to or
placed on them, for example a child seat, a bag, etc. A fault of the heating ele-
ments in the seat heating can occur.
■
If additional seat covers or protective covers are attached to the seats, do
not turn on the seat heater - there is a risk of damaging the seat covers and
seat heating.
■
Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 178, Seat covers .
Note
■
If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automatically,
in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con-
trol » page 193 .■
If the heaters for the rear seats are set to the highest intensity - level 3, they
are automatically switched over to level 2 after 10 minutes (two indicator lights
are illuminated on the switch).
Ventilated front seats
Fig. 72
Rocker switch for the seat venti-
lation
Heat and condensation can be removed from the seat cushions and seat
backrests on the front seats.
The ventilation is operated using the rocker switch » Fig. 72 in the front part of
the seat cushion, in front of the seat control elements for the electric front
seat adjustment.
Switching on›
Switch the rocker switch to position 1 - lower intensity and to position 2 -
higher intensity.
Switching off
›
Switch the rocker switch to the centre position
.
WARNINGIf you or a passenger have limited pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g.
caused by medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes),
we recommend that you consult your physician before using the ventilated
front seat.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■The fan is located underneath the front seat cushion. Do not place any ob-
jects in this area - it may damage the fan.■
Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 178, Seat covers .
Note
■
The ventilation should only be switched on when the engine is running. This
has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity.■
We do not recommend using the front seat ventilation and heating at the
same time. Using the ventilation to cool the seat surface considerably reduces
the heating capacity, at the same time affecting the ability of the control unit
to detect the right seat surface temperature.
84Operation
Storage compartments in the doorsFig. 80
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
on page 87 first.
WARNINGUse the storage compartment only for storing objects which do not project
so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not impaired.
Storage compartment in the front centre console
Fig. 81
Opening the storage compart-
ment
Read and observe on page 87 first.
Open/close
›
Press on the edge of the roof
A
» Fig. 81 in the direction of the arrow.
Closing takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must never be used as an ashtray or for the stor-
age of combustible materials - fire hazard and risk of damage to the stor-
age compartment!
Note
The storage compartment is equipped with an interior light which lights up
when the parking light is on.
Cup holders
Fig. 82
Front centre console: Cup holder
Fig. 83
Rear armrest: Remove cup holder/insert cup holder
Read and observe
on page 87 first.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder.
Cup holder at the front
On vehicles that are fitted with a cover for cup holders, you can cover the cup holder by pulling on the handle
A
» Fig. 82 in the direction of the arrow.
88Operation
›Grasp the ashtray insert B
» Fig. 85 in the area marked with the arrows and
remove it in the direction of the arrow 2.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
Note
The ashtrays are fitted with an interior light which lights up when the parking
light is on.
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 86
Boot: Superb / Superb Combi socket
Read and observe
on page 87 first.
The 12-volt power socket (hereinafter referred to only as a socket) is located in
the front center console
A
» Fig. 84 on page 89 in the rear center console
B
» Fig. 84 on page 89 and in the luggage compartment » Fig. 86.
Use
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter » Fig. 84 on
page 89 or open the cover for the power socket » Fig. 86.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The power socket and any connected appliances can also be operated when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
Storage compartment under the armrest, front
Fig. 87
Armrest: Stowage compartment
Read and observe on page 87 first.
Opening
›
Pull and open the cover of the armrest using the handle
A
in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 87.
90Operation
Closing›Open the lid to the stop, only then can it be folded downwards and against
the direction of the arrow » Fig. 87.
The sockets marked
AUX-IN input and the MDI input are located in the
storage compartment.
Note
The storage compartment is equipped with an interior light which lights up
when the parking light is on.
Storage net in the front centre console
Fig. 88
Front centre console: Storage
net
Read and observe on page 87 first.
WARNINGOnly store soft objects with a total weight of 0.5 kg in the storage net.
Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects into the net – risk of net damage.Glasses storage boxFig. 89
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe on page 87 first.
Opening
›
Press the button
A
» Fig. 89 .
The box folds in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Swivel the lid of the glasses storage box against the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 89 until it audibly clicks into place.
WARNING■
The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed!■
The box must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of
impairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system!
CAUTION
Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box - they may be
damaged.91Seats and useful equipment
Storage compartment on the passenger sideFig. 90
Tray open / operating air supply
Read and observe
on page 87 first.
A pen holder is provided in the stowage compartment.
Opening
›
Press the button » Fig. 90 -
.
The flap folds down.
Closing
›
Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
Air supply
›
Open the air supply by pulling the lever in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 90
- .
›
The air supply is closed by pressing the lever in the opposite direction to that
of the arrow.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or in-
terior air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the
cooling system for the storage compartment is not being used.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.NoteWhen the stowage compartment is opened, a light lights up.
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
Fig. 91
Front passenger seat: Opening
the storage compartment
Read and observe on page 87 first.
Opening
›
Pull the handle to position
1
» Fig. 91 in the direction of the arrow.
The compartment opens in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Closing
›
Grip the compartment by the handle and close in the opposite direction to
that of the arrow
2
» Fig. 91 .
›
Hold onto the handle until the door is closed.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg.
in weight.
Clothes hook
Read and observe
on page 87 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle pillar of the vehicle and on the
handle of the headliner above each of the rear doors.
92Operation
NoteThe warning light in the symbol button lights after activation, even if not all
of the conditions for the function of the cooling system are met » page 110. By
lighting up of the indicator light in the button, the operational readiness of the
cooling system is signalled.111Air conditioning system
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 108ABCDefrost/defog windscreen and
side windows a)Desired tempera-
ture3 or 4Automaticallyswitched onDo not switch onOpen and align with the side windowThe fastest heatingTo the right up tothe stop3Switched offBriefly switch onOpeningComfortable heatingDesired tempera- ture2 or 3Switched offDo not switch onOpeningThe fastest coolingTo the left up to
the stopbriefly 4, then 2 or 3ActivatedBriefly switch onOpeningComfortable coolingDesired tempera- ture1, 2 or 3ActivatedDo not switch onOpen and align to the roofFresh air mode - ventilationTo the left up tothe stopDesired positionSwitched 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
Switch the intensive windscreen heater on/off
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
Air flow in the footwell
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 73
Control the seat heater on the front left seat » page 83
Switching automatic mode on » page 114
Switching Climatronic system off
Switch the cooling system on/off » page 114
Switch the temperature setting in Dual mode on/off » page 114
Control the seat heater on the front right seat » page 83
Note
Do not stick anything on or cover the interior temperature sensor E, other-
wise it could have an unfavourable effect on the Climatronic.
automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and
to demist the windows in the interior of the car.
Recommended setting for all periods of the year
›
Set the required temperature between +18 °C and +26 °C: we recommend 22
°C.
›
Press the
» Fig. 125 on page 113 button.
›
Set the air outlet vents 2 and 3 » Fig. 122 on page 108 so that the air flow is
directed slightly upwards.
After pressing, an indicator light in the top right or left corner of the button
lights up, depending on which mode was last selected.
If the warning light in the top right corner of the button lights up, the Cli-
matronic operates in “HIGH”-mode.
The “HIGH” mode is the standard setting of the Climatronic.
When pressing the button again, the Climatronic switches to “LOW”-mode
and the indicator light in the top left corner lights up. The Climatronic uses on-
ly in this mode the lower blower speed. However taking into account the noise
level, this is more comfortable, yet be aware that the effectiveness of the air
conditioning system is reduced particularly if the vehicle is fully occupied.
By pressing the button again, it is changed to “HIGH”-mode.
Automatic mode can be
switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air
distribution or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed.
Switching the cooling system on/off
›
Press the button
.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
›
Press button
. once more.
The indicator light in the button goes out.
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation and heating func-
tion remains active whereby the minimum temperature that can be reached is
the outside temperature.
Setting the temperature
The interior temperature for the left and right side can be set separately or to-
gether.
For both sides
›
Turn the control dial
A
» Fig. 125 on page 113 to the left or right to increase
or decrease the temperature.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
For the right side
›
Turn the control dial
D
» Fig. 125 on page 113 to the left or right to increase
or decrease the temperature.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
If the warning light in the symbol button is lit, the temperature for both
sides cannot be set with the control dial
A
. This function can be restored by
pressing the symbol button . The indicator light in the button goes out.
The interior temperature can be set between +18 °C and +26 ℃. The interior
temperature is regulated automatically within this range.
If a temperature lower than +18 °C is selected, a blue symbol lights up at the start of the numerical scale.
If a temperature higher than +26 °C is selected, a red symbol lights up at the
start of the numerical scale.
At both end positions, Climatronic functions at maximum cooling/heating out-
put and the temperature is not regulated.
114Operation