2015 SKODA SUPERB auxiliary battery

Depending on equipment fitted:
▶  Auxiliary heating and ventilation on / switch off » page 124
▶  Residual heat function on/off - after switching off the Ignition, the
remaining heat from the engine is used to continue heating the vehicle
interior for about 30 minutes »
Adjust rear temperature - the operating elements can be locked in the In-
fotainment with the function key 
 
» Owner´s Manual Infotainment ,
chapter Setting the heating and the cooling system .
▶  Lower the temperature
▶  Increase the temperature
Display of the temperature set in the rear Seat heating / Operate seat heating and ventilation for the left-hand seat
» page 88
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
Air flow in the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 122
Seat heating / Operate seat heating and ventilation for the right-hand
seat » page 88
Intensive de-icing or ventilation of the windscreen, switching on/off
Switch the heated rear window function on/off » page 75
Switching the windscreen heater on/off » page 75
Climatronic set in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment
Synchronize the temperature inside the entire vehicle according to the
temperature setting on the driver's side
Switching automatic mode on » page 121
Switching the cooling system on/off
Setting temperature
The temperature can be adjusted on the Climatronic control unit or in the Info-
tainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter Setting the heating and the
cooling system .
The temperature can be set between +16 °C and +29.5 °C. The temperature is
regulated automatically within this range.
Illuminates in the temperature display  then the Climatronic works with
max-
imum cooling (temperature setting below +16 °C).
Illuminates in the temperature display  then the Climatronic works with
maxi-
mum heating (temperature setting above +29.5 °C).
GHIThere is no automatic temperature control in the two end positions.WARNING■
Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.■Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.
CAUTION
■The residual heat function  can also be operated if the ignition is switched
off.■
The residual heat function 
turns off after about 30 minutes, or when the
battery has a low charge state.
■
Do not cover the interior temperature sensor
B
» Fig. 155 as this could im-
pair the functioning of the Climatronic.
Note
■ During operation of the Climatronic, an increase in engine idle speed can oc-
cur under certain circumstances in order to ensure adequate heating comfort.■
When 
is switched on, the air flow to the windows 
is switched on. The
air flow to the windows will remain switched on after turning 
off.
■
Holding the button 
will turn on 
automatically.
Climatronic - automatic operation
Read and observe
and on page 119 first.
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and
to demist the windows in the interior of the car.
Automatic mode can be switched off by pressing any of the air distribution
buttons or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed. The temperature regu-
lation is continued.
Operating modes
Automatic mode works in three modes - moderate, medium, and intensive.
Setting the individual operating modes » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chap-
ter Setting the heating and the cooling system .
After the automatic mode is switched on, Climatronic works in the last selec-
ted mode.
The currently selected mode is displayed in the Infotainment display. 
121Heating and ventilation

Fig. 158
Air vents at the rear
Read and observe
and on page 119 first.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 3, 4
» Fig. 157 and 6 » Fig. 158 - the outlets can be opened and closed individually.
Changing the direction of air flow
›
To change the height of the air flow, swivel the horizontal fins with the mov-
able adjuster
A
» Fig. 157 or » Fig. 158 upward or downward.
›
To change the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 157 or » Fig. 158 to the left or right.
Opening
›
Turn regulator
B
» Fig. 157 or » Fig. 158 upwards.
Closing
›
Turn regulator
B
» Fig. 157 or » Fig. 158 downwards.
Depending on the setting of the air distribution on the front panel of the heat-
er, the manual air conditioning or the Climatronic, the following air vents are
active.
Set the direction of the air outletActive air outlet nozzles » Fig. 157 and
» Fig. 158 1, 2 , 41, 2 , 4 , 5 , 7 3, 4 , 6Set the direction of the air
outletActive air outlet nozzles » Fig. 157 and
» Fig. 1584 , 5 , 73 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7
CAUTION
To ensure that the heating, the manual air conditioning and the Climatronic
systems work properly, do not block up the air outlet vents with any objects.
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Switching on/off
124
Radio remote control
125
Functional requirements of the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila-
tion)
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.
The fuel supply is adequate (the warning light  is not illuminated in the
instrument cluster).
Aux. heating
The auxiliary heating can be used when both when stationary, when the en-
gine is switched off, to preheat the vehicle and also while driving (e.g. during
the heating phase of the engine).
The auxiliary heating warms up the coolant by combusting fuel from the vehi-
cle tank. This heats the air flowing into the passenger compartment (if the
blower is turned on).
The auxiliary heating also warms up the engine.
Auxiliary ventilation
The auxiliary ventilation enables fresh air to flow into the vehicle interior by
switching off the engine, whereby the interior temperature is effectively de-
creased (e.g. with the vehicle parked in the sun). 
123Heating and ventilation

WARNING■The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation) (following as aux.
heating) must never be operated in closed rooms (e.g. garages) – risk of
poisoning!■
The auxiliary heating must not be allowed to run during refuelling – risk
of fire.
■
The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating is located on the underside of
the vehicle. If you want to use the heater, do not switch off the car in pla-
ces where the exhaust fumes can come into contact with flammable mate-
rials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled fuel etc. -. risk of fire.
CAUTION
■ The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating, which is located on the underside
of the vehicle, must not be clogged and the exhaust flow must not be blocked.■
If the auxiliary heating is running, the vehicle battery discharges.
■
The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or
leaves) to ensure that the auxiliary heating operates properly.
Note
■ The auxiliary heating only switches the blower on, if it has achieved a coolant
temperature of approx. 50 °C.■
At low outside temperatures, this can result in a formation of water vapour in
the area of the engine compartment. This is quite normal and is not an operat-
ing problem.
■
So that warm air can flow into the vehicle interior after switching on the aux.
heating, you must maintain the comfort temperature normally selected by you,
leave the fan switched on and leave the air outlet vents in open. It is recom-
mended to put the air flow in the position 
or 
.
Switching on/offFig. 159
Button for direct power on / off of the auxiliary heating (heating
and ventilation) on the front panel of the Climatronic / manual air condi-
tioning
Read and observe
and on page 124 first.
The auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation) (hereinafter referred to as a
heater) can be switched on and off as follows.
Switching on
▶ Manually with the symbol key  on the front panel of the Climatronic or the
manual air conditioning » Fig. 159.
▶ Manually with the symbol key  on the radio remote control.
▶ Via an automatically programmed and activated pre-set time in the Infotain-
ment.
▶ Automatically according to the ambient conditions »
.
Switching off
▶ Manually with the symbol key  on the front panel of the Climatronic or the
manual air conditioning » Fig. 159.
▶ Manually with the symbol key  on the radio remote control.
▶ Via an automatically programmed and activated pre-set time in the Infotain-
ment.
▶ Automatically when the warning light  in the instrument cluster illumi-
nates.
▶ Automatically according to the ambient conditions »
.
After switching the system off, the auxiliary heating will continue running a lit-
tle while longer in order to burn the remaining fuel in the auxiliary heating.
After switching off, coolant pump still runs for a short period. 
124Using the system

Programming the auxiliary heating in the Infotainment
For vehicles with Climatronic: on the front panel of the Climatronic button 
→ 
Press
For vehicles with manual air conditioning: button in the Infotainment fea-
ture 

→ 
Press
When automatic switching on is activated, the indicator light in the symbol key
 lights up » Fig. 159 for about 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off.
CAUTION
The automatic switching on and off the heating for rapid heating of the vehicle
interior can be disabled in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment ,
chapter Setting the heating and the cooling system .
Radio remote control
Fig. 160
Radio remote control
Read and observe and on page 124 first.
Using the radio remote control, the auxiliary heating and ventilation (herein-
after referred to as auxiliary heater) can be switched on or off.
Function and description of the radio remote control » Fig. 160
Warning light
Aerial
Switch on the auxiliary heating
Switch off the auxiliary heating
To switch the auxiliary heater on or off, hold the remote control vertically, with
the aerial
A
» Fig. 160 pointing upwards. The antenna must not be covered
with the fingers or the palm of the hand during this process.
ABThe auxiliary heating can only be switched on/off safely using the radio re-
mote control, if the distance between the radio remote control and the vehicle
is at least 2 m.
After pressing the button, the warning light in the remote control gives the
user different kinds of feedback.Display warning light A » Fig. 160MeaningLights up green for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating has been
switched on.Lights up red for around 2 seconds.The auxiliary heating has been
switched off.Slowly flashes green for around 2 sec-
onds.The ignition signal was not received.Quickly flashes green for around 2
seconds.The auxiliary heating is blocked, e. g
because the tank is nearly empty or
there is a fault in the auxiliary heat-
ing.Flashes red for around 2 seconds.The switch off signal was not re-
ceived.Lights up orange for around 2 sec-
onds, then green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was re-
ceived.Lights up orange for around 2 sec-
onds, then flashes green or red.The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.Flashes orange for around 5 seconds.The battery is discharged, however
the switching on or off signal was not
received.
Replace the battery » page 235.
CAUTION
■
The radio remote control comprises electronic components and must there-
fore be protected against water, severe impacts and direct sunlight.■
When the battery is fully charged, the range of the remote control is a few
hundred metres. Obstacles between the radio remote control and the vehicle,
bad weather conditions and a weaker battery can clearly reduce the range.
125Heating and ventilation

Winter time
The vehicle battery only has a proportion of the starting power in lower tem-
peratures. A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures
just below 0 °C .
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary,
recharged by a specialist garage before the start of the winter.
Note
The battery acid level is also checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of
the inspection service.
Charging
Read and observe
and on page 213 first.
A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine.A charging operation can be performed if the following conditions are satis-
fied.
The engine is turned off.
The ignition is switched off.
All consumers are turned off.
The bonnet is open.
“Fast charging” with high currents
›
Disconnect both battery cables (first of all “negative”, then “positive”).
›
Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red =
“positive”, black = “negative”).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the
device.
›
After charging has been successful: Switch off the charger and remove the
mains cable from the power socket.
›
Only then disconnect the charger's terminal clamps.
›
Reconnect the cables to the battery (first “positive”, then “negative”).
Charging with low voltages
It is not necessary to disconnect the cables from the battery if you recharge
the vehicle battery, for example from a mini-charger.
Refer to the instructions of the charger manufacturer .
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging.WARNING■ When you charge a battery, hydrogen is released, and a highly explosive
gas mixture is also produced. An explosion can be caused through sparkling
over during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is
on.■
Creating a bridge between the poles on the battery (e.g. with metal ob-
jects - cables) creates a short circuit - risk of damage to the battery, explo-
sion and burning of the battery, jets of acid spurting out.
■
Avoid creating sparks when working with cables and electrical devices.
Strong sparking represents a risk of injury.
■
Before carrying out any work on the electrical system, switch off the en-
gine, the ignition and all electrical consumers and disconnect the negative
terminal 
.
■
“Quick-charging” the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special
charger and specialist knowledge.
■
We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries be “rapidly charged” by a
specialist garage.
CAUTION
On vehicles with the START / STOP system or additional heating (auxiliary
heating), do not connect the pole terminal of the charger directly to the nega-
tive terminal of the vehicle battery but only to the engine earth » page 230.
Replacing
Read and observe
and on page 213 first.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and thesame size as the original Battery. Suitable vehicle battery types can be pur-
chased from a specialist garage.
We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.
Disconnecting and reconnecting
Read and observe
and on page 213 first.
Disconnecting
›
Switch off the ignition. 
215Inspecting and replenishing

Removing/installing the towing eye›Manually screw the towing eye as far as it will go in the direction of the ar-
row 3
» Fig. 252 » .
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel
wrench, towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through the eye.
›
Unscrew the towing eye against the direction of the arrow
3
.
WARNINGThe towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, oth-
erwise the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting.
Rear towing eye
Fig. 253
Removing the cap / fitting the towing eye
Read and observe
and on page 232 first.
Removing/installing the cap
›
Press on the fuel filler flap in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 253 .
›
Remove the cap in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
After unscrewing the towing eye, insert the cap in the area of arrow
1
.
›
Press the opposite side of the cap.
The cap must engage firmly.
Removing/installing the towing eye
›
Manually screw the towing eye as far as it will go in the direction of the ar-
row
3
» Fig. 253 » .
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel
wrench, towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed
through the eye.›
Unscrew the towing eye against the direction of the arrow
3
.
WARNINGThe towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, oth-
erwise the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting.
Vehicles with a tow hitch
Read and observe
and on page 232 first.
On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, there is no mount for the
screw-in towing eye behind and below the cap.
Use the detachable ball rod for towing » page 184, Hitch .
Towing the vehicle using the tow bar device is a viable alternative solution to
using the towing eye.
CAUTION
The ball rod and/or the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable tow bar is
used.
Remote control and removable light
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
234
Replace battery in KESSY key
234
Synchronising the remote control
235
replace battery in the remote control the auxiliary heating (auxiliary
heating)
235
Change batteries of the removable lamps
235
Depending on the equipment the battery can be replaced in the remote con-
trol key or KESSY key.
The key has to be synchronised if the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
with the key after replacing the battery » page 235. 
233Emergency equipment and self-help

Synchronising the remote controlRead and observe
on page 234 first.
If the vehicle does not unlock when pressing the remote control, the key may
not be synchronised. This can occur when the buttons on the remote control
key are actuated a number of times outside of the operative range of the
equipment or the battery in the remote control key has been replaced.
Synchronise the key as follows.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
replace battery in the remote control the auxiliary heating
(auxiliary heating)
Fig. 257
Radio remote control: Battery
cover
Read and observe on page 234 first.
The battery is located under a cover on the back of the radio remote control
» Fig. 257 .
›
Insert a flat, blunt object, such as a coin, into the gap of the battery cover.
›
Turn the cover against the direction of the arrow up to the mark to open the
cover.
›
Replace the battery.
›
Return the battery cover.
›
Turn the cover in the direction of the arrow up to the initial marking, engage.
Change batteries of the removable lampsFig. 258
Locking clip
Read and observe on page 234 first.
The battery change is carried out as follows.
›
Remove the lamp from the holder.
›
Lever off the cover for the rechargeable batteries with a narrow and pointed
object from the area of the lock clips
A
» Fig. 258 .
›
Take out the faulty rechargeable batteries from the lamp.
›
Insert the new rechargeable batteries.
›
Insert the cover for the rechargeable batteries and press it down until it
clicks into place.
CAUTION
If an incorrect rechargeable battery is used or a non-rechargeable battery,
there is a risk of damaging the lamp and the vehicle's electrical system.
Emergency unlocking/locking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking the driver's door
236
Locking the door without a locking cylinder
236
Unlock the boot lid
236
Selector lever-emergency unlocking
237235Emergency equipment and self-help

No.Consumer18Databus, battery data module19Windscreen wipers20Alarm21Not assigned22Engine control unit23Starter24Electrical auxiliary heating system31Not assigned32Not assigned33SCR34Not assigned35Not assigned36Not assigned37Auxiliary heating38Not assigned
Bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
243
Replace the bulb for the dipped and main beam (Halogen-headlamp)
243
Change bulb for turn signal switch (halogen headlight)
243
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
244
Rear Light
244
Replacing bulbs in rear light
245
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 the relevant 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 luggage compartment.
We recommend having the headlight settings checked by a specialist garage
after replacing a bulb in the low, high or fog beam.
In case of failure of a xenon gas discharge lamp or an LED diode, visit a special- ist garage.WARNING■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 206.■
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.
■
H7 and H8 bulbs are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb -
risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety
glasses when changing a bulb.
■
Do not carry out any work on the xenon gas discharge lamps - risk of
death!
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.■
The protective cap of the bulb must always be properly inserted into the
headlamp. Water and dirt may get into the headlamp if the cover is not re-
placed properly - there is a risk of damage to the headlamp!
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.
242Do-it-yourself