2016 SKODA SUPERB Owner's Manual

Average fuel consumption
Transit point rating (DriveGreen
Function)
Range (if the estimated range is less than 300 km, the vehicle starts to ap-
proach the symbol 
)
Approximate range
Use the function surfaces 

to select one of the following presets.
▶ Since start - Driving data for the individual trip
▶ Long-term - Long-term driving data
▶ Since refuel - Data since refuelling
Warning when exceeding the set speed
The system offers the possibility to set a speed limit beyond which an acoustic
warning signal will sound and the following warning message appears in the
display of the instrument cluster.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Set the desired speed limit is 5 km/h steps.
›
Confirm the set value, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved
automatically.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
The set speed limit can be manually adjusted later if needed.
Reset the speed limit
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
By confirming the stored value, the speed limit is reset.
The speed limit set mode is stored even after the ignition is switched off and
on. After a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is
deactivated.
DEFGMemoryFig. 29
Memory display: MAXI DOT dis-
play ( 
) / Segment display ( 
)
The system saves the data in the three memories described below which are
displayed at the position
A
» Fig. 29 .
Since start
(
 ) Or “1” (
 )
In the memory, driving data is saved for the time between switching on and
switching off the ignition. New data will also flow into the calculation of the
current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after switch-
ing off the ignition.
If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically
erased.
Long-term
(  ) And “2” (
 )
The memory gathers driving data from any number of individual journeys up to
a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving time or 9999 kilometres driven.
The indicator is automatically set back to zero if one of the indicated values is
exceeded.
Since refuel
(  ) or “3” (
 )
The driving data is stored in the memory since the last fuel refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
›
For the Storage choice , repeatedly confirm the selected indication and select
the desired memory.
›
For Deleting the memory for the selected information, hold down the button
confirming the specification.
The following driving data are stored. ▶ Average fuel consumption.
▶ Distance driven. 
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▶Average speed.
▶ Driving time.
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Menu item
Navigation48
Menu item
Audio48
Menu item
Telephone48
Menu item
Assist systems48
The MAXI DOT display is a user interface which, depending on the equipment
configuration, provides information about the Infotainment, the multifunction
display, the assistance systems etc.
The menus with details can be operated and displayed using the buttons on
the operating lever or the multifunction steering wheel » page 45.
Main menu items (depending on vehicle equipment) ■
Driving data
» page 46
■
Assist systems
» page 48
■
Navigation
» page 48
■
Audio
» page 48
■
Telephone
» page 48 ;
■
Vehicle
» page 44
Note
■
If warning messages are displayed, these messages must first be confirmed
to access the main menu.■
The display language can also be set in Infotainment » page 132, Setting the
Infotainment language and» page 140 , Setting the Infotainment language .
Menu item
Navigation
The following information is displayed in the
Navigation
menu item.
▶
Driving recommendations
▶ Compass
▶ Last destinations
Menu item
Audio
The following information is displayed in the
Audio
menu item.
Radio
▶ Currently playing station (name/frequency).
▶ The selected frequency range (e.g. FM) optionally with the number of the sta-
tion button (e.g. FM3), if the station is stored in the memory list.
▶ List of available stations (if more than 5 stations can be received).
▶ TP traffic announcements.
Media
▶ Name of the track being played, if necessary, further information regarding
title (e.g. artist, album name), if this information is stored as a so called ID3
tag on the audio source.
Menu item
Telephone
The call list with the following symbols is displayed in the
Telephone
menu item.
Incoming call
Outgoing call
Missed call
Symbols in the display Charge status of the telephone battery 1)
Signal strength 1)
A telephone is connected to the unit
Missed calls (if there are several missed calls, the number of calls is shown
next to the symbol)
Switch-off microphone
Menu item
Assist systems
The following systems are activated/deactivated in the
Assist systems
menu
item. 
1)
This function is only supported by some mobile telephone.
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▶Front Assist
▶ Lane Assist
▶ Rear Traffic Alert
▶ Assist system for blind spot monitoring
Service interval display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
49
Service messages
49
Resetting the service interval display
49
The service interval display shows the kilometres or days until the next service
event.
Information regarding the service intervals » page 258.
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
Fig. 30
Button in the instrument cluster
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
A
» Fig. 30 until the
Service
menu item is shown in
the display.
›
Release the button
A
.
In the display, the symbol  appears for 4 seconds along with the following
message for the kilometres or days to the next service appointment.
The information regarding the remaining kilometres and days until the next service can also be displayed in Infotainment by tapping 

→

→
ServiceService messages
Messages before reaching the scheduled service date
Before the next service date has been reached, the symbol 
as well as a mes-
sage about the mileage or days until the next service event appears in the dis-
play after switching on the ignition.
Messages upon reaching scheduled service date
Once the service interval is reached, the symbol 
appears in the display after
the ignition is switched on, together with the message:
Resetting the service interval display
We recommend that the display reset is completed by a specialist garage.
We recommend that you do not reset the service interval display yourself. In-
correctly setting the service interval display could cause problems to the vehi-
cle.
Variable service interval
For vehicles with variable service intervals, after resetting the oil change serv-
ice display in a specialist garage, the values of the new service interval are dis-
played, which are based on the previous operating conditions of the vehicle.
These values are then continuously matched according to the actual operating
conditions of the vehicle.
Personalisation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
50
Overview of some of the personalisation functions
50
Setting the personalisation
50
Thanks to the personalisation, more drivers have the opportunity to use a ve-
hicle with individually set system functions by means of a user account which
is assigned to the respective vehicle key.
WARNINGMake all adjustments when the vehicle is stationary - otherwise there is
the risk of accident!49Information system

FunctionFig. 31
Switching to a different user account
Read and observe on page 49 first.
After unlocking the vehicle and opening the driver's door, all the personalised
functions are adjusted according to the user account that is assigned to the
key which was used to unlock the vehicle.
Any change to the set personalised functions is automatically stored in the ac- tive user account.
As part of the personalisation, three default user accounts as well as a
guest
account are provided.
Switch to a different user account
You can switch to a different user account in the instrument cluster display
» Fig. 31 within 10 seconds after turning on the ignition.
An account can be changed at a later time in Infotainment 

→

→
Veh.status
→
 (if the
Tyre Pressure Monit. System
is displayed first of all, then use the
arrow  or
 switch to
Veh. status
).
If an account is selected in which not all of the points required by the system
are set, a configuration wizard can be automatically displayed on the Infotain-
ment screen » page 127.
Electrically adjustable driver's seat (referred to only as seat in the following)
The seated position adjustment is carried out in the following cases. ▶ After unlocking the vehicle and opening the driver's door.
▶ After switching to a different user account and at a speed less than 5 km/h.
The seat adjustment can be terminated as follows.
▶ By tapping on the function surface
Cancel
on the Infotainment screen.
▶ By pressing any key on the seat » page 81.
NoteVehicles with the personalisation function are provided with three vehicle
keys.
Overview of some of the personalisation functions
Read and observe
on page 49 first.
▶Driving mode - the last selected mode, mode setting
Individual
▶Setting the electrically adjustable driver's seat.
▶ Exterior mirror adjustment.
▶ Assistance systems - Lane Assist, parking aid (Park Pilot).
▶ Light - ambient lighting, convenience turn signal, COMING HOME / LEAVING
HOME.
▶ Climatronic - temperature in each individual area, fan speed, recirculation
mode.
▶ Infotainment settings - brightness level of the screen, keyboard arrange-
ment.
▶ Radio - sound settings, station sorting.
▶ Media - shuffle / repeat title, selected video format.
▶ Voice control - acoustic signals.
▶ Navigation - home address, alternative routes, recommended route, remind-
er of the lack of fuel.
Note
The scope of the personalisation functions is dependent on the type of Info-
tainment package.
Setting the personalisation
Read and observe
on page 49 first.
›
On Infotainment, press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Personalisation
.
The following menu items are displayed.
Personalisation
Active
- activate/deactivate the personalisation
Select a user account
A list of user accounts with the option to manage user accounts and to switch
to another account. 
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■ - Account management with the following options:
■Rename user account
- rename the user account (not applicable to the
Guest
account)
■
Copy settings to another account
- copy the settings of an active user account to
another user account
■
Reset user account
- reset the selected user account to factory settings
Adjusting ■
Key assignment:
- options for assigning the vehicle key to the user account:
■
Manual
- detected vehicle key must be assigned to the active user account
manually
■
Automatic
- detected vehicle key automatically assigned to a different ac-
count of the active user account
■
Assign vehicle key to current user account
- manual assignment of the detected ve-
hicle key to the active user account - follow the instructions on the Infotain-
ment screen
■
Reset all
- reset the personalisation and the user accounts to factory settings
SmartGate
Introduction to the subject
Fig. 32
Information about SmartGate on
the ŠKODA websites
SmartGate is a system that transmits certain driving data (such as fuel con-
sumption, speed or similar) via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct.
The ŠKODA applications installed in a supported external device (e.g. tele-
phone, tablet) give the option to further transmit the received data.
Some ŠKODA applications can be displayed on the Infotainment display using a SmartLink connection » page 176.
Read in the QR code » Fig. 32or enter the following address in the web browser
to open the website with an overview of the available applications, compatible
devices and other information about SmartGate.
http://go.skoda.eu/connectivity-smartgate
CAUTION
■ To increase the access security to the transmitted vehicle data, once the
ŠKODA application has been started, you are requested to change the pass-
word/PIN code if the default password/PIN code has not yet been changed
» page 52 . It is not possible to start the ŠKODA application without having
made this change.■
ŠKODA accepts no responsibility for any problems caused by incompatibility
or improper functioning of the external devices.
connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi
This type of connection is intended for external devices running Android and
iOS operating systems.
Connecting to an Android external device
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Switch on Wi-Fi in the external device that is to be connected and search for
available Wi-Fi networks (see Owner´s Manual for the external device).
›
In the menu of the detected networks, select the “SmartGate_...” 1)
menu item.
›
Enter the password (vehicle identification number using uppercase let-
ters » page 52 ).
›
In the external device that is to be connected to, start the SmartGate appli-
cation.
›
Then follow the instructions in the manual, which is included in the
SmartGate application.
With SmartGate, a maximum of four external devices can be connected simul-
taneously using Wi-Fi, with as many launched ŠKODA applications as required.
Connecting to an external iOS device
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Switch on Wi-Fi in the external device that is to be connected and search for
available Wi-Fi networks (see Owner´s Manual for the external device).
›
In the menu of the detected networks, select the “SmartGate_...” 1)
menu item. 
1)
The last 6 characters of the vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position
....
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›Enter the password (vehicle identification number using uppercase let-
ters » page 52 ).
With SmartGate, a maximum of four external devices can be connected simul-
taneously using Wi-Fi. In these external devices, up to four ŠKODA applications
can be started simultaneously.
Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.›
Switch off the ignition for longer than 5 seconds (for vehicles with a starter
button, switch off the engine and open the driver's door).
›
End the connection in the SmartGate application.
›
Switch off Wi-Fi in the connected external device.
Automatic connection
If the communication device has already had a connection with SmartGate,
then the connection is automatically restored under the following conditions.
The ignition is switched on.
Wi-Fi is switched on in the external device that is to be connected to.
The external device that is to be connected to stores the password re-
quired for the connection check.
Connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi direct
This type of connection is intended for external devices running the Android
operating system.
Establishing a connection
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
In the external device that is to be connected to, start the SmartGate appli- cation.
›
In the application, change the connection type to Wi-Fi direct.
›
Then follow the instructions in the manual, which is included in the
SmartGate application.
The password for the connection to SmartGate _... 1)
includes the last six digits
of the vehicle identification number » page 52.
With SmartGate, a maximum of two external devices can be connected simul-
taneously using Wi-Fi direct, with as many launched ŠKODA applications as re-
quired.
If you want to connect to SmartGate in a different vehicle, you must make a
new connection in the SmartGate application.
Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.›
Switch off the ignition for longer than 5 seconds (for vehicles with a starter
button, switch off the engine and open the driver's door).
›
End the connection in the SmartGate application.
›
Switch off Wi-Fi in the connected external device.
Automatic connection
If the external device once had a connection with SmartGate, then the connec-
tion is automatically restored after the ignition is started.
SmartGate web interface
SmartGate parameters can be set in the SmartGate web interface.
The following address must be entered in the web browser of the external de-
vice that is connected with SmartGate.
HTTP://192.168.123.1
The setting changes are only effective after tapping the buttons “Save” →
“Reboot”.
Password/PIN code
The password for the Wi-Fi connection preset by the factory is the complete
vehicle identification number (entered in upper case); the PIN code for the Wi-
Fi direct connection is the last 6 digits of the vehicle identification number.
After changing the password/PIN, the connection to SmartGate must be re-es-
tablished on the external device to be connected using the new password or
new PIN code.
Changing the password for the Wi-Fi connection
›
Open the SmartGate web interface » page 52.
›
In the menu item “WPA / WPA2 key:”enter the new password (8 to 63 alpha-
numeric characters and special characters, small and capital letters) .
›
Confirm the password change by tapping on the “Save” button. 
1)
The last 6 characters of the vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position
....
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›Restart SmartGate by tapping on the “Reboot” 1)
button.
Changing the PIN code for the Wi-Fi Direct connection›
Open the SmartGate web interface » page 52.
›
In the menu item “WiFi Direct PIN:”, enter the new PIN code (6 digits).
›
Confirm the PIN code change by tapping on the “Save” button.
›
Restart SmartGate by tapping on the “Reboot” 1 )
button.
Note
If you have forgotten your password/PIN code for connecting to SmartGate,
SmartGate must be reset to the factory settings in a specialist workshop.Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
54
Remove KESSY emergency key
54
Locking / unlocking - KESSY
55
Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the central locking button
55
SafeLock
56
Individual settings
56
Open / close door
57
Child safety lock
57
Malfunctions
57
The vehicle is equipped with a central locking system which makes it possible
to unlock / lock all the doors, the fuel filler flap and boot lid simultaneously.
The door unlocking can be adjusted individually » page 56.
The unlocking of the vehicle is displayed by the turn signal lights flashing
twice.
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
45 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically.
The locking of the vehicle is displayed by the turn signal lights flashing once.
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
If the doors or the boot lid remain open after the vehicle has been locked, the turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed. 
1)
If the “Reboot” button is not displayed, you must manually restore the web browser display.
53Unlocking and opening

WARNING■Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons (e.g. children) could lock the car, turn on the ignition or start
the engine - there is a danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These individuals
might not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help themselves.
Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the keyway clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.) have a negative
effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
Fig. 33
Key with fold/out key bit/KESSY key
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
Description of the key » Fig. 33
Unlock button
Lock button
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Unlock/unlatch the boot lid (vehicles fitted with manual folding opera-
tion)
▶ Open/close/ the boot lid Stop movement of the boot lid (vehicles with
electric folding operation)
Locking button for folding the key bit in/out
Warning light for the battery charge - if the warning light does not flash
when a button on the key is pressed, the battery is discharged.
Unlock/unlatch the boot lid (vehicles fitted with manual folding operation)
By pressing the button 
, the lid is unlocked.
By holding the button 
, the lid is unlocked and unlatched (partially open).
If the lid is unlocked or unlatched using the 
button, then the lid is automat-
ically locked after closing. The period after which the lid is locked can be set
» page 59 .
CAUTION
■
The remote control may be affected by signal superposition of transmitters
that are in the vicinity of the vehicle.■
The effective area of the remote control key is around 30 m. If the central
locking on the remote control responds from a distance of less than around 3
m, the battery must be replaced » page 290.
Remove KESSY emergency key
Fig. 34
KESSY key
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
The emergency key is, for example, intended for the operation of the child
safety, and for switching off/on the front passenger airbag.
›
Remove retainer tabs
A
in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 34 .
›
Remove the emergency key
B
in the direction of the arrow
2
.
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