2014 SKODA SUPERB boot

Negative cable - colour coding in the majority of cases is black.
Jump-starting in vehicles with the START-STOP system
Fig. 183
Engine earth: START-STOP sys-
tem
Read and observe and on page 207 first.
On vehicles with the START-STOP system, the jump-start cable of the charger
must never be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery,
but only to the engine earth » Fig. 183.
Jump-starting vehicles with the vehicle battery in the boot
Fig. 184
Detail of the engine compart-
ment: Jump-starting point
Read and observe and on page 207 first.
On vehicles with the vehicle battery in the boot, the positive terminal of the
battery supplying the power can only be connected to the jump-starting point
in the engine compartment of the vehicle being started by means of a jump-
start cable » Fig. 184.
›
Open the protective cap of the jump-starting point in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 184 .
›
Connect the positive terminal of the battery supplying the power with the
jump-starting point.
› Attach the negative terminal of the battery supplying the power to a solid
metal part firmly connected to the engine block or to the engine block itself.›
Start the engine.
›
After starting the engine, close the protective cap of the jump-starting point.
Towing the vehicle
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front towing eye
209
Rear towing eye
210
Vehicles with a tow hitch
210
Vehicles with manual transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front or rear wheels raised.
Vehicles with automatic transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at rear, the auto-
matic gearbox is damaged!
A tow bar is the safest way of towing a vehicle and also minimises any shocks.
Only use a tow rope if a suitable tow bar is not available.
When towing, the following guidelines must be observed.
Driver of the tow vehicle
›
Release the clutch particularly gently when starting off or depress the accel-
erator particularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
›
On vehicles with a manual transmission, only push down on the accelerator
pedal once the rope is taught.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
Driver of the towed vehicle
›
Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that
the turn signal lights, horn, windscreen wipers and windscreen washer sys-
tem can be used.
›
Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position N if the
vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
Please note that the brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the
engine is running. If the engine is not running, significantly more physical force
is required to depress the brake pedal and steer the vehicle. 
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CAUTION■“Never repair” fuses or replace them with a fuse of a higher amperage – risk
of fire! This may also cause damage at another part of the electrical system.■
If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical
system checked as quickly as possible by a specialist garage.
■
A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty
fuse with a new one of the same amperage.
Note
■
We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of
replacement fuses can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.■
There can be several power consuming devices for one fuse.
■
Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device.
Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 196
Cover of the fuse box in the control panel / fuses
Read and observe
and on page 215 first.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the cover. » Fig. 196
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover in the dash
panel.
›
Clip it onto the respective fuse and pry out.
›
Insert a new fuse.
›
Return the clip to its original place.
›
Re-insert the cover of the fuse box .
Fuse assignment in the dash panelNo.Power consumer1Diagnostic socket, engine control unit, fuel pump relay, fuel pump
control unit2ABS control unit, ESC switch for tyre pressure warning, brake sen-
sor, for START-STOP coil of the starter relay only3Switch and airbag control unit4WIV, tail lights, dimming mirrors, pressure sensor, telephone prein-
stallation5Control unit for headlight beam adjustment and headlight swivel,
control unit for parking aid, control unit for park assist6Instrument cluster, control unit for electromechanical power steer-
ing, selector lever lock, power supply for data bus7Heated opening of the crankcase ventilation, air flow meter8Control unit for trailer detection9Relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation10Adaptive left main headlight11Adaptive right main headlight12Not assigned13Diagnostic socket, light switch, rain sensor, clock14Central locking system and bonnet lid15Central control unit - interior lights16The air conditioning system17Not assigned18Phone19Instrument cluster, wind-shield wiper lever and turn signal lever,
the relay coil for heating wind-shield20KESSY21KESSY ELV22Air blower for Climatronic23Front power window, central locking of the front doors24Selector lever lock25Rear window heater, relay for auxiliary heating and ventilation26Power socket in the boot 216Do-it-yourself

No.Power consumer27Fuel pump relay, control unit for fuel pump, injection valves28Electric boot lid29Haldex30Climate controlled front seats31DVD pre-installation32Front power window, central locking system of the rear doors33Electric sliding/tilting roof34Alarm, spare horn35front and rear lighter36Headlight cleaning system37Heated front seats38Heated rear seats39Rear window wiper40Fan air-conditioning system, relay for auxiliary heating and ventila-
tion41Not assigned42Light switch43Control unit for trailer detection44Control unit for trailer detection45Control unit for trailer detection46Switch for seat heating47Telephone preinstallation48Preparation for the aftermarket radio49Only for START-STOP: Central control unit, DC-DC converter, the
engine control unitFuses in the engine compartmentFig. 197
Cover for the fuse box in the en-
gine compartment
Read and observe and on page 215 first.
On some vehicles, the battery cover must be removed before removing the
cover for the fuse box » page 191.
Replacing fuses
›
Move the safety catch of the cover of the fuse box
A
» Fig. 197 in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
The symbol is displayed behind the catches. .
›
Remove the cover.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Replace the cover on the fuse box and the safety clip
A
move against the
arrow.
The symbol is displayed behind the catches .
The cover is locked into position.
CAUTION
The cover for the fuse box in the engine compartment must always be applied
correctly. If the cover is not replaced properly, water may get into the fuse box
- leading to a risk of vehicle damage!217Fuses and light bulbs

No.Consumer11Auxiliary heating and ventilation control unit12Data bus control unit13Engine control unit14Ignition15Lambda probe (petrol engine), glow plug system relay and fuel
pump (diesel engine)16Front right main headlight, right tail light17Horn18Audio amplifier (sound system)19Windscreen wipers20Valve for metering fuel, coolant pump, high pressure pump21Lambda probe22Clutch pedal switch23Coil of the coolant pump relay valves, high-pressure pump24Radiator fan25Pump for ABS26Front left main headlight, left tail light27Control unit for glow plug system28Windscreen heater29Power to the internal fuse carrier30Power supply for terminal 15 (ignition on)a)
In order not to drain the battery unnecessarily when starting the engine, the electrical components of
this terminal are automatically switched off.
Bulbs
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights
220
Replacing the low beam bulb
220
Replacing bulb for main beam and daytime running lights
220
Replacing bulb for main beam
221
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
221Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light222Rear light (Superb Combi)222
Replacing bulbs in rear light (Superb Combi)
223
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom-
mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help
in the event of any uncertainties.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in
the spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot.
WARNING■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 182.■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not suffi-
ciently illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficul-
ty by other road users.
■
Bulbs H7 H8 and H15 are pressurised and may burst when changing the
bulb - risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professio-
nal knowledge is required – risk of death!
■
Switch off the respective vehicle light when changing the bulb.
CAUTION
Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth,
napkin, or similar.
Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is pos-
sible to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
bulbs must be replaced by a specialist garage.■
We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs always be carried in the ve-
hicle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the main, low or fog beam.
■
In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode, visit a spe-
cialist garage.
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Replacing the bulb for the licence plate lightFig. 205
Remove the number plate light/replace the bulb
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Push in the lamp in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 205 .
The lamp comes loose.
›
Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove it.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder.
›
Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
.
›
Push on the light until the spring clicks into place.
Check that the light is securely inserted.
Rear light (Superb Combi)
Fig. 206
Removing: Cover/light
Fig. 207
Seal expand / lighting connector
Read and observe
and on page 219 first.
Removing
›
Open the tailgate.
›
Insert the clamp for removing the wheel trims » page 201, Vehicle tool kit
into the hole at the position indicated by the arrow » Fig. 206 -
 .
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 206 -
 .
›
Use the screwdriver from the tool kit to unscrew the lamp
» Fig. 206 -
 .
›
Grasp the rear light and carefully remove away from the direction of travel.
›
Remove the rubber seal in the direction of arrow
1

» Fig. 207 -
 .
›
Pull off the cable bundle with the plug cap
» Fig. 207 -
 .
›
Press together the interlocks on the connector in the direction of arrow
2

» Fig. 207 -
 .
›
Carefully remove the connector from the tail lamp assembly in the direction
of the arrow
3
.
Fitting
›
Insert the connector into the lamp and lock it securely.
›
Install the rubber seal in the body in the opposite direction to arrow
1
in-
stall » Fig. 207 -
 .
›
Insert the tail lamp with the holes
1

» Fig. 208 on page 223 into the bolts
on the body » Fig. 207 -
 .
›
Carefully press the tail light into the bolts on the bodywork.
Be careful not to pinch the cable bundle between the bodywork and light.
›
Screw the tail lamp into place and install the cover.
›
Ensure that the cover engages firmly. 
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Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
150
Unleaded petrol150
ABS Operation
152
Warning light36
Accessories169
Adaptive headlights (AFS)68
Adjust Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila-tion)
117
Adjusting Belt height
13
Exterior mirrors78
Head restraints81
Interior mirror77
Manual air conditioning112
Seats79, 80
Steering wheel8
Adjusting the seats7, 79
Adjustment Headlight beam
66
Aerial173
See windows175
AFS68
Warning light36
Airbag14
Deactivating19
Deactivating the front passenger airbag20
Deployment14
Front airbag15
Head airbag18
Indicator light38
Knee airbag16
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 171 Side airbag
17
Airbag system14
Air conditioning system108
Air outlets108
Climatronic113
Manual air conditioning system110
Air outlets108
Air recirculation Climatronic
115
Alarm Switching off
54
Triggering54
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
54
Trailer168
Antilock brake system (ABS)152
Armrest front
85
rear85, 94
Artificial leather178
Ashtray89
ASR Warning light
35
Assist systems151
ABS36, 152
ASR35
Cruise Control System158
DSR152
EDL152
ESC35, 151
HBA152
HHC153
Park assist154
Parking aid153
START-STOP159
TCS152
Auto Check Control31
Automatic driving lamp control68
Automatic gearbox142
Selector lever-emergency unlocking213
Starting-off and driving144
Tiptronic143
Using the selector lever142
Automatic gearbox modes142
Automatic load deactivation193
Automatic retractable cargo cover (Superb Combi))
99
Automatic transmission Kickdown
144
Malfunction144
Selector lever lock143
AUX Installation in the storage compartment
90
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
116
Adjust117
Radio remote control118
Switching on/off117
Avoiding damage to the vehicle Driving through water
149
Avoiding damage to your vehicle149
B
Ball head Check fitting
165
Fitting164
Ready position164
Removing165
Battery In the remote control key
211
iReplace the remote control of the auxiliary heater (parking heater)
211
Belts10
Belt tensioners13
Bonnet Closing
183
Opening183
Warning light34
Boot Automatic retraction (Superb Combi)
99
Extending variable loading floor103
232Index

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
233Index

Temperature gauge29
Warning light34
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
69
Correct seated position7
Driver7
Front passenger8
Instructions9
Rear seats9
Counter for distance driven30
Cruise control system Activating/deactivating
158
Changing the stored speed159
Storing and maintaining speed159
Switching off temporarily159
Warning light39
Cruise Control System158
Cup holders88
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
67
Daylight running lights67
De-icing the windscreen and rear window73
Deactivating an airbag19
Decorative films175
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
56
Diesel refer to Fuel
181
diesel - particulate filter
37
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
181
Diesel particulate filter warning light
37
Digital Clock Time
30
Dipstick186
Display29
Compass points46
Coolant temperature29
Fuel supply30
Gear changes40
Service intervals46
Display a low temperature40
Display of the second speed31
Distance driven30
Door Child safety lock
53
Closing53
Emergency locking the driver's door212
Opening53
Warning light door open34
Door locking Emergency
212
Door open Warning light
34
Doors Emergency locking
212
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)152
Driving Abroad
150
Driving through water on streets149
Emissions225
Fuel consumption225
Driving economically Economical gear changing
146
Driving through water149
DSR152
DVD-preinstallation134
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driv- ing
146
Economical driving Ballast
147
Driving at full throttle147
Idling147
Looking ahead146
Regular maintenance148
Saving energy148
Short distances147
Tyre inflation pressure147
EDL Operation
152
Electrical power windows61
Button in the driver's door59, 60
Button in the rear doors61
Operational faults62
Electric boot lid Force limit
57
Manual operation57
Electric luggage compartment lid Acoustic signals
59
Adjusting the top lid position59
Deleting the top lid position59
Malfunctions59
Operating57
Electric sliding/tilting roof62
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)152
Electronic immobilizer136
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)151
Emergency Activation of the sliding/tilting roof
214
Changing a wheel201
Door locking212
Hazard warning light system70
jump-starting207
Jump-starting207
Locking the driver's door212
Selector lever-unlocking213
Sliding/tilting roof213
Start engine - KESSY139
Switching off the ignition –KESSY140
Towing the using the tow hitch210
Towing the vehicle208
Tyre repair204
234Index