2015 SKODA SUPERB oil level

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off
8
Driving safety
8
In this section of the instructions you will find important information, tips and
notes on the subject of passive safety.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for ex-
ample, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and anything similar.
You can find further information on safety concerning you and those travelling
with you in the following chapters of this Owner's Manual.
The complete on-board literature should therefore always be in the vehicle.
This applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
▶ Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
▶ Ensure that the function of the wipers and the condition of the wiper blades
are free of any defects.
▶ Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
▶ Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed.
▶ Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.
▶ Check the tyre inflation pressure.
▶ Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
▶ Secure all items of luggage.
▶ Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle.
▶ Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
▶ Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
▶
Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat belts
» page 20 , Transporting children safely .
▶ Adopt the correct seated position » page 8, Correct and safe seated posi-
tion . Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position.
Driving safety
The driver is fully responsible for himself and passengers, especially children. If
your driving safety is effected, you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at
risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed. ▶ Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by
your passengers or mobile phone calls).
▶ Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol or drugs).
▶ Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
▶ Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
▶ Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not lean against the dash panel.
▶ Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
▶ Do not sit facing to the side.
▶ Do not lean out of the window.
▶ Do not put your limbs out of the window.
▶ Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.
Correct and safe seated position
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Correct seat position of the driver
9
Adjusting the steering wheel position
9
Correct seated position for the front passenger
10
Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats
10

8Safety

 Engine electronics check (petrol engine)35 Safety systems35

Tyre pressure
35
 Brake linings
36
 Fuel reserve
36
 
Lane departure warning (Lane Assist)
36

 Turn signal system
36

Trailer turn signal lights
36
 Fog lights
36
 Speed regulating system / Speed limiter
37
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
37
 Parking brake - Auto Hold function
37
 Main beam
37
 Automatic transmission
37

 Rear seat belt warning light
37
 Alternator
37
 Coolant
38
 Engine oil pressure too low
38
 Engine oil level
38

 AdBlue ®
39

Lamp failure
39
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
39
 Windscreen washer fluid level
40
 Headlamp assistant
40

 START-STOP system
40
 Low temperature displayed
40

Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
40


 Automatic Distance Control (ACC)
40
 Distance warning (Front Assist)
40
 Advance warning / emergency braking (Front Assist)
41

Economy mode
41
 Adaptive chassis control (DCC) fault
41
 Service
41
The warning lights in the instrument cluster indicate certain functions or
faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
Warning lights in the display
Depending on the importance the warning light 
(danger) or 
(warning) illu-
minate along with some of the warning lights in the list with the warning
lights.
Depending on vehicle specification, some warning lights may be displayed in
colour on the display. For example. the coolant warning lamp may be represen-
ted as follows.
▶  - Segment Display / monochromatic (“black and white”) MAXI DOT display
▶  - colour MAXI DOT displayWARNING■
Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions
in the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury
or damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 71. Place the warning triangle at the prescribed dis-
tance.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 206, Engine compartment .
 Parking brake
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
 illuminates - the hand brake light is switched on.
Parking brake error
 illumi-
nates
Fault: electric parking brakePARKING BRAKE FAULT
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Parking on a slope that is too steep
 illumi-
nates
Parking brake: grad. too steep. Owner's manual!GRADIENT TOO STEEP
32Using the system

 CoolantRead and observe
on page 32 first.
Coolant level too low
  illumi-
nates
Check coolant! Owner's manual!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and let it cool.
▶ Check the coolant level » page 211, Checking the coolant level .
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light 
lights
up again, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light  lights up
again, 
stop driving!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Coolant temperature too high
  illumi-
nates
Engine overheat. Stop! Owner's manual!ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and let it cool.
▶ Continue your journey only after the warning light  has disappeared.
 Engine oil pressure too low
Read and observe
on page 32 first.

 flashes – the engine oil pressure is too low.
Oil pressure: stop! Owner's manual!STOP VEHICLE OIL PRESSURE›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
Even if the oil level is correct, 
do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTIONDo not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with engine oil un-
der the current circumstances!  Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 32 first.
Engine oil level too low
  illumi-
nates
Oil level: add oil!ADD OIL
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on
again after driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high
  illumi-
nates
Reduce oil level!OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
In the event of a high oil level, seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
  illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with engine oil un-
der the current circumstances!  Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.38Using the system

CAUTION■Under no circumstances must radiator antifreeze or other additives be added
to the windscreen washer fluid.■
If the vehicle is fitted with a headlight cleaning system, only cleaning prod-
ucts which do not attack the polycarbonate coating of the headlights must be
added to the windscreen washer fluid.
■
Do not remove the filter from the windscreen washer fluid reservoir when re-
filling, as this may cause contamination of the liquid transportation system,
leading in turn to a windscreen washer system malfunction.
Engine oil
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Specification
209
Checking the oil level
210
Replenishing
210
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use
throughout the year - except in extreme climate zones.
The engine oils are undergoing continuous further development. Thus the in- formation stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publica-
tion.
ŠKODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by the manu-
facturer. We therefore recommend that the oil change be completed by a
ŠKODA Service Partner.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sep-
arately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
The engine oil should be changed after specified service intervals » page 49.
WARNINGThe engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 206.
CAUTION
Do not pour any additives into the engine oil – risk of serious damage to the
engine parts.Note■ Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you en-
gine oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle.■
We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
■
If oil comes into contact with your skin, the affected area must be washed
thoroughly.
Specification
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
Vehicles with variable service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecification1.4 l / 92 kW TSI
VW 504 00
1.4 l/110 kW TSI1.8 l/132 kW TSI2.0 l/162, 206 kW TSIDiesel enginesSpecification1.6 ltr. / 88 kW TDI CRVW 507 002.0 l/110, 130, 140 kW TDI CR
Vehicles with fixed service intervals
Petrol enginesSpecification1.4 l / 92 kW TSI
VW 502 00
1.4 l/110 kW TSI1.8 l/132 kW TSI2.0 l/162, 206 kW TSIDiesel enginesSpecification1.6 ltr. / 88 kW TDI CRVW 507 002.0 l/110, 130, 140 kW TDI CR
Engine oil VW 505 01 can optionally be used in diesel engines without a DPF.
209Inspecting and replenishing

CAUTION■In an emergency, another engine oil to be refilled. To prevent damage to the
engine, a maximum of 0.5 litres only of the following engine oils may be used:
■ For petrol engine models: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
■ For diesel engine models: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Checking the oil level
Fig. 230
Principle sketch: Dipstick
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
The dipstick indicates the engine oil level .
Dipstick » Fig. 230
The oil level must be within this range.
The oil can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are satisfied. The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Pull out the dipstick.
›
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop.
›
Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
›
Re-insert the dipstick.
AThe engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5
l/1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which
you operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during
the first 5 000 km.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals.
If the oil level is too low, a warning light lights up in the instrument cluster dis-
play 
together with a message » page 38. Check the oil level using the dip-
stick as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
■ The oil level must never be above the range A » Fig. 230 - risk of damage to
the motor as well as the exhaust system.■
Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with engine oil 
under the current circumstances! Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.
■
If the oil level is above the range
A
, 
do not continue to drive! Switch off
the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 209 first.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 228 on page 208 .
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 209 .
›
Check the oil level » page 210.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
›
Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.
Coolant
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
211
Replenishing
212
The coolant provides cooling for the motor.
It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling
system against corrosion and prevents furring. 
210General Maintenance

Checking the level›Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank » Fig. 231.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The level can also be
above the mark A
» Fig. 231 .
If the oil level is too low, a warning light lights up in the instrument cluster dis-
play 
together with a message » page 38. We still recommend inspecting the
coolant level directly at the reservoir from time to time.
Loss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the cooling sys-
tem. Do not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a
specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 211 first.
The coolant expansion tank must always contain a small amount of coolant» page 211, in section Introduction .
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and unscrew the
cap carefully .
›
Replenish the coolant.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available. In
this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool-
ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Only top up with new coolant.
Brake fluid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
212
Specification
213
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 232 on
page 212 .
WARNING■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 206.■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has dropped below the “MIN”
marking » Fig. 232 on page 212 ,  - there is a risk of an accident! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
■ The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.■We recommend using oils from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 232
Brake fluid reservoir
Read and observe and on page 212 first.
The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir » Fig. 232.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings. 
212General Maintenance

The mounting points are located on the metal bar » Fig. 246.›
Insert the crank
6
into the mount on the jack
5
» page 223 .
›
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 jacking point
» Fig. 247 - 
.
›
Position the lifting jack below the jacking point with the crank and move it up
until its claw encloses the web » Fig. 247 - 
.
›
Continue turning up the jack until the wheel is just about lifted off the
ground.
WARNING■ If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpect-
edly rolling away.■
Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent
possible moving. A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move
the lifting jack, causing the vehicle to fall down. It is therefore always nec-
essary to place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable
base. Use a non-slip base (e.g. a rubber foot mat) if the surface is smooth,
such as cobbled stones, tiled floor, etc.
■
Only attach the lifting jack to the attachment points provided for this pur-
pose.
■
Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■
Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs under the vehicle,
while the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
■
When the vehicle is raised, never start the engine.
CAUTION
It is important to ensure that the jack is correctly attached to the web of the
lower fork leg - risk of damage to the vehicle.
Remove the wheel / fix
When changing a wheel, the following instructions must be followed.
›
Remove the full wheel trim or the caps of the wheel bolts.
›
First of all slacken the anti-theft wheel bolt and then the other wheel bolts.
›
Jack up the vehicle until the wheel that needs changing is clear of the
ground.
›
Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface (cloth, paper,
etc.).
› Remove the wheel carefully.›Attach the wheel and slightly screw on the wheel bolts.›
Lower the vehicle.
›
Tighten the wheel bolts opposite each other using the wheel wrench (alter-
nating crosswise). Tighten the anti-theft wheel bolt last.
›
Replace the wheel trim or the caps.
When fitting unidirectional tyres, ensure that the direction of rotation is cor-
rect » page 219 .
All bolts must be clean and must turn easily.
If it is established when changing a wheel that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to move, then these must be replaced.
Under no circumstances grease or oil the wheel bolts!
WARNINGUndo the wheel bolts only a little (about one turn) as long as the vehicle
has not yet been jacked up. Otherwise the wheel could become loose and
fall off.
Follow-up tasks
After changing the wheel, the following work must be carried out.
›
Stow the replaced wheel in the wheel well and secure it with a special screw.
›
Stow the tool kit in the space provided and secure using the band.
›
Check the tyre pressure on the installed wheel as soon as possible.
›
Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque wrench
as soon as possible.
After changing the wheel, the tyre pressure should be adjusted. In vehicles
with tyre pressure monitoring, save tyre pressure values » page 183.
Replace the damaged wheel or consult a specialist garage about repair op-
tions.
The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts is 140 Nm. 
227Emergency equipment and self-help

automatic transmissionselector lever lock defect137
Automatic transmission135
Kick down138
Launch control138
Malfunctions37
Selector lever lock137
Warning light37
Warning messages37
AUX99
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
123
Adjust124
Switching on/off124
Auxiliary heating (heating and ventilation) Radio remote control
125
Avoiding damage to your vehicle141
B
Bags on the backs of the front seats
97
on the inner sides of the front seats97
Battery In the remote control key
234
Replace the KESSY key234
Belts11
Belt tensioners14
Bonnet Closing
207
Opening207
Boot Class N1 vehicles
114
Non-contact opening61
See Boot lid59
Boot lid automatic locking
59
Closing59
Non-contact opening61
Opening59
Brake Information messages33
Warning light33
Brake Assist (HBA)145
Brake booster133
brake fluid specification
213
Brake fluid212
Checking212
Information messages33
Brake linings Warning light
36
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Warning light
37
Brakes Brake booster
133
Brake fluid212
Braking and stabilisation systems143
Running-in139
Brakes and parking132
Brake system143
Braking Information on braking
132
Bulbs Replacing
242
C
Camera Lens care
197
Camera lens care
197
Car care Jack
197
Car computer see multifunction display
42
Care and maintenance190
Cargo element112
Car park134
Car park ticket holder91
Carrier Roof rack117
Cavity protection197
Central locking52
Problems57
Central locking button55
Change Bulb for indicator (halogen headlight)
243
engine oil209
light bulb in tail light244
Change engine oil
209
Changing Wheels
224
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
227
Preparation224
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
227
Charging a vehicle battery215
Checking Battery electrolyte level
214
Brake fluid212
Coolant211
Engine oil210
Oil level210
Windscreen washer fluid208
Checks Statutory checks
190
Children and safety20
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock57
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
23
Child seat Classification
22
i-Size25
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
257Index