
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.
›
Inflate all of the tyres to the specified inflation pressure » page 195.
V
WY196General Maintenance

Winter tyres
Fitting winter tyres will significantly improve the handling of your vehicle when
driving in wintry road conditions. Summer tyres have less grip on ice, snow and
at temperatures below 7 °C. This is especially true of vehicles fitted with wide
tyres or high-speed tyres .
In order to achieve the best possible handling properties, winter tyres must be
fitted on all 4 wheels, the minimum tread depth must be 4 mm and tyres must
be no older than 4 years.
Winter tyres of a lower speed category can be used provided that the permissi-
ble maximum speed of these tyres is not exceeded even if the possible maxi-
mum speed of the vehicle is higher.
The speed limit for winter tyres can be set in the MAXI DOT display in the
menu item Winter tyres » page 45 .
For the sake of the environment
Fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they provide better handling
properties, a shorter braking distance, less tyre noise, and reduced tyre wear
on roads which are free of snow and ice as well as at temperatures above 7 °C.
The fuel consumption is also lower.
Snow chains
When driving in wintry road conditions, snow chains improve not only traction,
but also the braking performance.
Snow chains must only be mounted on the front wheels.
For technical reasons, it is only permissible to fit snow chains with the follow-
ing wheel/tyre combinations.
Wheel sizeDepth (D)Tyre size7J x 16 a)45 mm205/556J x 16 a)50 mm205/556J x 1745 mm205/50a)
Not valid for vehicles with 3.6 l/191 kW FSI engine.
Only use fine-link snow chains . They must not project more than 9 mm - in-
cluding the chain lock.
CAUTION■ The chains must be removed when driving on roads which are free of snow.
They adversely affect the handling of your vehicle, damage the tyres and are
rapidly destroyed.■
Remove the full wheel trims » page 198 before fitting the snow chains.
199Wheels

HeadlightsDriving abroad150
Headlight cleaning system77
Replacing a bulb220
Head restraint81
Heater Windscreen and rear window
73
Heating Exterior mirrors
78
Seats83
HHC153
Hill Hold Control (HHC)153
Horn27
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)152
I
Ignition
136
Immobilizer136
Individual settings Locking
52
Unlocking52
Inertia reels13
Information message see KESSY
51
Information system39
Compass point display46
Display a low temperature40
Door warning41
Gear recommendation40
MAXI DOT display44
Multifunction display41
Operation40
Service interval display46
instrument cluster Auto Check Control
31
Instrument cluster28
Counter for distance driven30
Display29
Display of the second speed31
Fuel gauge30
Overview28
Revolutions counter29
see instrument cluster28
Speedometer29
Temperature gauge29
Warning lights32
Interior monitor54
Internet connection127
ISOFIX23
J
Jack
201
Jacking points Raise vehicle
203
Jump-starting207
K
KESSY
50
Information message51
Lock / unlock the steering138
Locking50
Starting the engine139
Switching off the engine139
Switch off ignition138
Switch on ignition138
Unlocking50
Key Starting the engine
136
Stopping the engine137
Knee airbag16
L
Lamp Warning light
36
Lamp failure Warning light
36
LEAVING HOME70
Lever Main beam67
Turn signal67
Windscreen wipers76
Licht COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
70
Light Cockpit
71
Fog lights with CORNER function69
Replacing bulbs219
Travel mode69
Light bulbs Rear light (Superb Combi)
222
Lighting Luggage compartment
95
Lights65
Adaptive headlights (AFS)68
Automatic driving lamp control68
Daylight running67
Fog lights69
Hazard warning light system70
Headlight beam adjustment66
Headlight flasher67
Instrument lighting66
Low beam lights66
Main beam67
Parking lights66, 71
Rear fog light69
Switching on and off66
Tourist lights69
Turn signal67
Warning lights32
Lock Remote control
49
Vehicle key49
Locking Individual settings
52
KESSY50
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the in- side
52
236Index

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

Vehicle data sticker224
Vehicle dimensions226
Vehicle height226
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)224
Vehicle key lock
49
unlock49
Vehicle length226
Vehicle tool kit201
Vehicle width226
Visibility73
Visors see Sun screen
74
see Sun visors74
W
Warning at excessive speeds
43
Warning lights32
warning messages Diesel particulate filter
37
Warning symbols see Warning lights
32
Warning triangle200
Washing169
Automatic car wash system173
by hand172
Chrome parts174
High-pressure cleaner173
Water Driving through
149
Wax treatment See Taking care of your vehicle
174
Weights Maximum permissible weights
224
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolt
204
Caps198
Loosening and tightening203
Wheel rims193
Wheels Bolts198
Changing201
Full trim198
General information193
Load index196
Replacing wheels194
Service life of tyres194
Snow chains199
Spare wheel197
Speed symbol196
Storing wheels194
Temporary spare wheel197
Tyre pressure194
Tyre sizes194
Tyre wear indicator194
Unidirectional tyres196
Winter tyres199
Wi-Fi127
Windows175
Deicing175
See electric power windows59
Windscreen Deicing
175
Heater73
Windscreen washer fluid Checking
184
Replenishing184
Warning light38
Winter184
Windscreen washers Windscreen washers
76
Windscreen washer system184
Windscreen wiper Replacing the rear window wiper blade
215
Windscreen wipers Operating
76
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades214
Windscreen washer fluid184
Windscreen wipers and washers75
Winter Deicing windows175
Winter operation198
Snow chains199
Winter tyres199
Winter tyres See Wheels
199
WLAN127
MAXI DOT128
Network connection128
Switching off128
Switching on128
241Index