stop start SKODA SUPERB 2015 3.G / (B8/3V) Owner's Guide

Manual shut-down›With the ignition switched on press the brake pedal and at the same time
push the symbol key 
in the direction of arrow 2
» Fig. 167 .
›
With the engine running press either the brake or accelerator pedal and
press the symbol key 
in the direction of arrow
2
.
The symbol on the key 
and the warning light 
goes out.
Automatic shut-off
The parking brake switches off when starting, as long as the driver's door is
closed, and the driver has fastened the seat belt.
Should the vehicle start to roll away when starting on a downhill slope then
step on the accelerator or and turn on the parking brake.
Turning off the parking brake can be prevented if, before starting the symbol key  is pulled and held in the direction of arrow
1

» Fig. 167 . The parking
brake turns off after releasing the button.
Emergency braking function
If while driving a brake pedal error occurs or should the pedal block, then the
parking brake can be used as an emergency brake »
.
›
Pull on the symbol key
 in the direction of arrow
1

» Fig. 167 and hold (at
the same time there is an audible signal).
The emergency brake is activated and the vehicle starts braking sharply.
The braking process is interrupted when the key is released or the accelerator
pedal is actuated.
Parking on a slope
If the parking brake is turned on while on a steep slope, the following message
may be displayed in the instrument cluster.
Parking brake: gradient too steep. Owner's manual!GRADIENT TOO STEEP
Find a parking space on a flat surface or on a slope that is not so steep.
WARNING■ The emergency brake is to be used only in an emergency when the vehi-
cle cannot be stopped with the brake pedal.■
When stopping and parking, the parking brake should always be on, oth-
erwise the vehicle could move off - there is the risk of an accident!
■
Do not place any objects in the recessed grip for the finger of the parking
brake key. The object could get into the space below the key and prevent
the operation of the parking brake!
Note
■ If the vehicle battery is discharged, it is not possible to release the parking
brake. First connect the vehicle first to a power source, such as the battery of
another vehicle » page 230, Jump-starting and then turn off the parking
brake.■
Noise when switching on and off of the parking brake is normal and there-
fore harmless.
Parking
Read and observe
and on page 132 first.
When stopping and parking, look for a place with a suitable surface » .
Only carry out the activities while parking in the specified order.
›
Bring the vehicle to a stop and depress the brake pedal.
›
The parking brake switch.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission place the selector lever in the P po-
sition.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission engage 1st gear or reverse gear R .
›
Release the brake pedal.
WARNINGThe exhaust system components can become very hot. Therefore, never
stop the vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come in-
to contact with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth,
leaves, spilled fuel or such like. - Risk of fire and serious injury can occur!134Driving

Manual gear changing and pedals
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
135
Pedals
135
Manual gear changing
Fig. 168
The shift pattern
The gearshift pattern for the individual gear positions is shown on the gear
lever » Fig. 168 .
The gear shift indicator should be observed when changing gear » page 42.
Always depress the clutch pedal all the way down. This prevents uneven wear
on the clutch.
Engage reverse gear
›
Stop the vehicle.
›
The clutch pedal is fully depressed.
›
Move the shift lever to the idle position switch and press down.
›
Move the shift lever fully to the left and then forward into R position
» Fig. 168 .
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the
ignition is on.
WARNINGNever engage reverse gear when driving – risk of accident!CAUTION■ If not in the process of changing gear, do not leave your hand on the gear
shift lever while driving. The pressure from the hand can cause the gear shift
mechanism to wear excessively.■
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator
pedal and the clutch – this may lead to clutch damage.
Pedals
The operation of the pedals must not be hindered under any circumstances!
In the driver's footwell, only a format may be used, which is attached to the
two corresponding attachment points.
Only use factory-supplied foot mats or foot mats from the range of
ŠKODAOriginal Accessories, which are fitted to two attachment points.
WARNINGNo objects may be placed in the driver's footwell – risk due to obstruction
or limitation of pedal operation.
Automatic transmission
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Modes and use of selector lever
136
Selector lever lock
137
Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic)
137
Starting-off and driving
138
The automatic transmission performs automatic gear changes.
The modes of the automatic transmission can be adjusted by the driver by
means of the selector lever.
WARNING■ No throttle when it is set before starting the mode for moving forward
with the selector lever - there is a risk of accident!■
Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving – risk of an
accident! 
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WARNING (Continued)■If the vehicle is in the D, S , R or Tiptronic mode and comes to a standstill
while at idle the engine stops, then prevent the vehicle from rolling away
with the brake pedal, the parking brake of the auto-hold function. Even
when the engine is idling, the power transmission is never completely in-
terrupted – the vehicle creeps.■
When leaving the vehicle, the selector lever is always to put in the P
mode. Otherwise, the vehicle could start to move - risk of accident.
CAUTION
■ If the selector lever is moved to mode N while driving, the accelerator pedal
must be released and you will need to wait until the engine has reached its
idling speed before moving the selector lever to a forward driving mode again.■
When the outdoor temperature is below -10 ° C, the selector lever when
starting must always be in P mode.
■
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator
pedal – this may lead to gear damage.
Note
After the ignition is switched off, the ignition key can only be withdrawn if the
selector lever is in the position P.
Modes and use of selector lever
Fig. 169
Selector lever/display
Read and observe and on page 135 first.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected
gear are indicated in the display » Fig. 169.
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 169.
P – Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
The parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.R
- Reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the en-
gine is at idling speed.
N
- Neutral
The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode.
D
/
S
- mode for driving forward (Normal program) / mode for driving
forward (Sport program)
The system switches from one mode to the other by moving the selector lever
into the spring-loaded position 
» Fig. 169 .
In mode D or S, the forward gears are shifted automatically depending on the
engine load, the operation of the accelerator pedal, the vehicle speed, and the
selected driving mode .
In mode S , the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at high-
er engine speeds than in mode D.
If the Sport driving mode is selected with the engine running » page 171, Se-
lection of the driving mode(Driving Mode Selection) , the transmission is auto-
matically set in the S mode.
E – Economical driving mode
If the driving mode Eco or Individual (engine - Eco) » page 171 is selected and
the selection lever is in the setting D/S, the transmission is automatically set
to mode E. This mode cannot be selected with the selector lever.
In mode E , the forward gears are shifted automatically up and down at lower
engine speeds than in mode D.
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Selector lever lockFig. 170
Shift lock button
Read and observe and on page 135 first.
The selector lever is locked in mode P and N to prevent that the forward driv-
ing is selected accidentally, thereby setting the vehicle in motion.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds
up to 5 km/h.
The selector lever lock is indicated by the illumination of the warning  light.
The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving across the position N
(e.g. from R to D/S ). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck,
e.g. in a bank of snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in posi-
tion N for more than approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being de-
pressed.
Releasing selector lever from mode P or N (selector lever lock)
›
Press the brake pedal and the lock button at the same time in the direction
of
1
» Fig. 170 .
Just depress the brake pedal, if you would like to change from the mode N to
D/S .
Defective selector lever lock
If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted (e.g. dis-
charged vehicle battery, faulty fuse), the selector lever can no longer be moved
out of position P in the normal manner and the vehicle can no longer be driven.
The selector lever must be unlocked specially » page 237.
Note
If you want to move the selector lever from mode P to mode D/S or vice versa,
move the selector lever quickly. This prevents that you accidentally select
mode R or N.Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic)Fig. 171
Selector lever/multi function steering wheel
Read and observe
and on page 135 first.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears with the selector lev-
er or multifunction steering wheel. This mode can be selected both while stop-
ping and while driving.
The currently selected gear is indicated in the display » Fig. 169 on page 136 .
The gear shift indicator should be observed when changing gear » page 42.
Switching to manual shifting
›
Push the gear selector from position D/S towards the right, or left in a right-
hand drive vehicle.
When switching to the manual shifting while driving, the current gear is main-
tained.
Shifting up gears
›
Push the selector lever forwards
+
» Fig. 171 .
›
Pull the paddle +
» Fig. 171 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Shifting down gears
›
Push the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 171 .
›
Pull the paddle -
» Fig. 171 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Temporarily switching to manual shifting in position D/S
›
Pull one of the -/+ paddles
» Fig. 171 briefly towards the steering wheel .
Manual gear shifting is deactivated if more than 1 minute passes after either of
the -
/+ paddles was pulled. The temporary switch to manual gear shifting can
also be deactivated by pulling the + paddle towards the steering wheel for
more than 1 second. 
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Note■It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual
shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and
hence the wear of the brakes » page 132.■
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
■
If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no
risk of the engine over revving.
Starting-off and driving
Read and observe
and on page 135 first.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press the lock button in the direction of
1
» Fig. 170 on page 137 and hold.
›
Move the selector lever into the desired position » page 136 and then release
the lock button.
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stopping (while the car is moving)
›
Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Kick down
The kick down function allows you to achieve the maximum acceleration of
your vehicle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the kick down function is activa-
ted in any forward driving mode.
The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed
and engine speed, and the vehicle accelerates.
The gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has
reached its maximum revolutions for this gear range.
Driving in neutral position in mode E (free-wheel)
›
Move the selector lever into the position D/S.
›Select the driving mode Eco or Individual (Drive - Eco)
» page 171, Selection
of the driving mode(Driving Mode Selection) .›
Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal (the speed is higher than 20
km/h).
The vehicle moves without the braking effect of the engine.
The gear is selected again automatically, when you briefly depress the acceler- ator brake pedal or pull the left rocker switch -
towards the steering wheel
» page 137 , Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic) .
This function is not available when towing a trailer or when another accessory
is connected to the trailer socket.
Launch control 1)
The launch control function allows the vehicle in mode S or Tiptronic to reach
its maximum acceleration when starting off.
›
Disable the TCS » page 143, Braking and stabilisation systems .
›
START STOP deactivate » page 132, Manually deactivating/activating the
system .
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal with your left foot.
›
Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot.
›
Release the brake pedal.
The vehicle starts off with maximum acceleration.
›
Reactivate the TCS and START STOP when the desired speed has been
reached.
WARNINGRapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control
of the vehicle – risk of accident!
Running-in and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Running-in
139
Tips for economical driving
139

1)
This function is only valid for some engines.
138Driving

DriveGreen function140Radiator blind140
The fuel consumption, degree of pollution and vehicle wear depend on driving
style, road condition, weather conditions and the like.
Running-in
Driving in the engine
The engine has to be run in during the first 1 500 kilometres. During this peri-
od, the driving style decides on the quality of the driving-in process.
During the first 1 000 km we recommend not driving faster than 3/4 of the
maximum permissible engine speed, not to drive at full throttle and to dis-
pense with the trailer.
In the area of 1,000 to 1,500 kilometres the engine load can be increased up
to the maximum permitted engine speed.
New tyres
New tyres must firstly be “run in”, as they do not offer optimal grip at first.
Therefore, drive especially carefully for the first 500 km or so.
New brake pads
New brake pads have to first “grind in” because these do not initially have the
best possible braking effect.
Therefore, drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or so.
Tips for economical driving
To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption, the following instructions
must be observed.
Looking ahead when driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
Switch in an energy saving and timely manner Observe the recommended gear » page 42.
Avoid full throttle and high speeds
Fuel consumption can be reduced by half if only three-quarters of the possible
top speed of your vehicle is used.
Reducing idling
If the vehicle is fitted with the START - STOP system there is an automatic re-
duction of the idling. If the engine is stopped on vehicles without START-STOP
system, such as when waiting in a traffic jam, the fuel economy is already
greater after 30 - 40 s than the fuel quantity which is required for engine re-
start.
Avoid short distances
When driving a short distance of less than about 4 km, the engine cannot
reach its operating temperature. As long as the engine has not reached oper-
ating temperature, the fuel consumption is significantly higher than with the
engine hot.
Pay attention to the correct tyre inflation pressure being maintained
Further information » page 217.
Avoid unnecessary ballast
Per 100 kg of weight, consumption increases by about 0.3 l/100 km. At a speed
of 100 - 120 km/h, a vehicle fitted with a roof rack cross member without a load
will use about 10 % more fuel than normal due to the increased aerodynamic
drag.
Saving electricity
Only turn on electrical consumers (e.g. seat, window and mirror heating and
the like) for as long as necessary.
In Infotainment, the display is shown of up to three consumers which are cur-
rently showing the highest degree of fuel consumption » Owner´s Manual In-
fotainment , chapter CAR - Vehicle settings .
Use the cooling system economically
The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in
cooling mode, which will affect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the
interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order
to allow the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be on if the windows are open.139Starting-off and Driving

If the functioning of the blinds is impaired and the vehicle reaches a speed of
about 150 km/h, the following message appears in the display of the instru-
ment cluster.Error: radiator shutter. Function restricted.RADIATOR SHUTTER RESTRICT_
After displaying the above message, the speed of the vehicle is automatically
limited to about 170 km/h.
If this message appears in the winter, the cause may be ice or snow caught up
in the blinds. After the ice or snow has thawed, the blinds are functional again.
If the impairment not due to ice or snow, then assistance from a specialist
should be sought.
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Driving Tips
141
Driving through water
141
This section of the manual contains important information on preventing dam-
age to the vehicle while driving.
Driving Tips
Only drive on such roads and in such terrain, which match the vehicle parame-
ters » page 246 , Technical data as well as your driving skills.
The driver is always responsible for deciding whether the vehicle can handle
travelling in the given terrain.
WARNING■ Always adjust your driving to the current terrain and weather conditions.
Excessive speed or incorrect driving manoeuvres can cause damage to the
vehicle and lead to serious injuries.■
Combustible objects such as dry leaves or twigs caught under the base of
the vehicle could ignite on hot vehicle parts - risk of fire!
CAUTION■ Pay attention to the ground clearance of the vehicle! When driving over ob-
jects which are larger than the ground clearance, the vehicle can get damaged.■
Any objects that get trapped under the vehicle floor must be removed as
soon as possible. These objects can damage the fuel lines, the brake system,
seals and other parts of the vehicle.
■
Drive slowly in unknown terrain and watch out for unexpected obstacles,
such as potholes, rocks, stumps, etc.
■
Check up on confusing sections of unpaved roads before travelling on them
and consider whether such travelling is possible without risk.
Driving through water
Fig. 173
Maximum permissible water lev-
el when driving through water
The following must be observed to avoid damage to the vehicle when driving
through bodies of water (e.g. flooded roads).
›
Therefore determine the depth of the water before driving through bodies of
water.
The water level must not reach above the web of the lower beam » Fig. 173.
›
Do not drive any faster than at a walking speed.
At a higher speed, a water wave can form in front of the vehicle which can
cause water to penetrate into the air induction system of the engine or into
other parts of the vehicle.
›
Never stop in the water, do not reverse and do not switch the engine off.
CAUTION
■ Should water penetrate into the intake system of the engine, there is a
threat of serious damage being incurred by the engine parts!■
When driving through water, some vehicle parts such as chassis, electrics or
transmission can be severely damaged. 
141Starting-off and Driving

The automatic brake interventions can take place only if the following condi-
tions are met.
There was a front, side and rear-end collision of a certain severity.
The impact speed was higher than approx. 10 km/h.
The brakes, the ESL and other required electrical systems remain function-
al after impact.
The accelerator pedal is not actuated.
Trailer stabilization system (TSA)
Read and observe
on page 144 first.
The TSA helps the combination stable in situations where the trailer sways
and then the whole trailer combination.
TSA brakes the individual wheels of the towing vehicle in order to damp the rocking motion of the entire vehicle combination.
The following conditions are required for the correct TSA function. The trailer was shipped from the factory or purchased from the ŠKODA
genuine accessories.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle via the trailer
socket.
The parking aid is activated.
The speed is higher than approx. 60 km/h.
Further information » page 184, Hitch and trailer .
Auto Hold function
Fig. 176
The Auto-Hold function button
Read and observe on page 144 first.
The Auto Hold function (hereinafter referred to only as system) prevents the
vehicle from rolling unintentionally when stopped. It is, for example, not nec-
essary to secure the vehicle with the brake pedal or parking brake at traffic
lights.
For the activation, deactivation and correct functioning of the system, the
following basic conditions are required.
The driver's door is closed.
The engine is running (or shut-down automatically by the START-STOP
system).
On vehicles with automatic transmission the selector lever is not in mode
N (in this mode, the system is not available).
Stopping and starting
When stopping the system prevents the vehicle from rolling away. The warn- ing light  illuminates in the instrument cluster. The brake pedal can be re-
leased.
The vehicle's brakes are released at the moment of stating off. The warning
light  in the instrument cluster goes out.
Should the vehicle start to roll away when starting on a downhill slope then
step on the accelerator or and turn on the parking brake.
If the vehicle is secured by the system and the driver's door is opened or the ignition is turned off, the vehicle is secured by the parking brake to prevent
unwanted movement.
In this case, the indicator light turns off  in the instrument cluster and the
warning light  illuminates.
Activation/deactivation
The activation and deactivation of the system is done by pressing the symbol
key 
» Fig. 176 .
When the system is activated, the symbol  illuminates.
After switching off and switching on the ignition system several times the sys-
tem remains either activated or deactivated depending on the last setting. 

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WARNINGThe increased stopping and starting comfort brought by the system must
not tempt you to take any safety risks.■
The system is not able to stop the vehicle under all circumstances, such
as on icy or otherwise slippery ground, or on gradients.
■
When stopping and parking always make sure that the vehicle is correctly
secured » page 134 , Parking .
CAUTION
In some washing systems it is necessary that the vehicle can roll freely. There-
fore, the system must be deactivated before driving through a car wash.
Note
The system is able to secure the vehicle for about 10 minutes, after which the
vehicle will be automatically secured by the parking brake.
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
147
Display in the Infotainment display
148
Activation / deactivation
149
Automatic system activation when moving forward
149
The parking aid (hereinafter referred to as system) draws attention via acous-
tic signals or the Infotainment display when manoeuvring around obstacles in
the vicinity of the vehicle.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 142, in section Introduction .■
Moving persons or objects may not be recognized by the system sensors.
■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of
clothing cannot reflect the system signals. For this reason, such people or
objects may not be recognised by the system sensors.
WARNING (Continued)■ External noise sources may affect the signals of the system sensors. Un-
der adverse conditions, this may cause objects or people not to be recog-
nised by the system.■
Before reversing, you should make sure that there are no small obstacles,
such as rocks, thin posts, trailer draw bars etc. in front or behind your vehi-
cle. Such obstacles may not be recognised by the system sensors.
CAUTION
■ Keep the system sensors » Fig. 177 on page 147 clean, snow-and ice-free
and do not cover with any objects of any kind, otherwise the system function-
ing may be impaired.■
Under adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, water vapour, very low or
high temperatures, etc.), the system function may be limited - “incorrect recog-
nition of obstacle”.
■
Accessories fitted to the vehicle rear, such as bicycle carriers, can impair the
system function.
Function
Fig. 177
Installation locations of the sensors on the left side of the vehi-
cle: front/rear 
147Assist systems

Activation / deactivationRead and observe
on page 150 first.
The activation or deactivation of the system can be carried out in one of twoways. ▶ In the instrument cluster display » page 48, Menu item
Assist systems
.
▶ Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle set-
tings .
After switching off and switching on the ignition system several times the sys-
tem remains either activated or deactivated depending on the last setting.
Information messages
Read and observe
on page 150 first.
The warning messages are available for both the Rear Traffic Alert and the as-
sist systems for “Blind spot monitoring” together and are displayed in the in-
strument cluster.
Rear Traffic Alert/ Blind Spot Monitor currently not avail.
The system is not available for an unknown reason.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again.
If after engine start the message persists, then the help of a professional or- ganisation is required.
Error: Rear Traffic Alert/ Blind Spot Monitor
A system error is present. Seek help from a specialist garage.
R. Traf. Alert/Blind Spt Mntr not avail. No sensor view.
The sensors are dirty or covered.
Stop the vehicle, stop the engine, clean the area in front of and around the
sensors or remove the obstructing item.
If, after the engine restarts, the message persists, the help of a professional
organisation should be sought.
Trailer: Rear Traf. Alert/Blind Spot Mntr not avail.
If the vehicle has a towing device, a trailer or any other accessory connected
that was done at the factors then the system is not available.
Rear View Camera
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
152
Activation / deactivation
152
Function keys
153
Guidelines and roadway
153
Mode - traverse parking
154
Mode - parallel parking
154
Mode - driving up to a trailer / distance monitoring
155
Mode - monitor the area behind the vehicle
155
The rear view camera (following as system) helps the driver when parking and
manoeuvring by displaying the area behind the vehicle in the Infotainment dis-
play (following as display).
There are four modes available for different situations during the park and ma-
noeuvring action.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 142, in section Introduction .■
The system detects obstacles. The display of the auxiliary boxes and lines
is independent of the actual vehicle environment. The driver must judge for
themselves whether the vehicle can park safely in the selected parking
space.
■
Make sure that the camera lens is not dirty or covered, otherwise the sys-
tem function can be significantly impaired. Information on cleaning
» page 197 , Camera lens
CAUTION
■
The camera lens distorts and enlarges the field of view of the difference in
eye sight. The display is therefore only of limited use for estimating distances
to following vehicles.■
Some items, such as thin columns, chain link fences or lattice may not be
represented adequately in terms of display resolution. 
151Assist systems