SKODA SUPERB 2009 Owner´s Manual

TwinDoor - open / close large bootFig. 39
Handle of boot lid / opened large boot lid
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and on page 57 first.
After unlocking the vehicle, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the
handle above the number plate.
Opening
›
Press the button in the handle at the lower edge of the boot lid
1
» Fig. 39 .
›
Wait until the brake light
2
in the rear window flashes twice and then lift
the lid.
Closing
›
Pull down and strike the lid with the handle
3
» Fig. 39 .
Open / close (Superb Combi)
Fig. 40
Boot lid handle/opening the boot lid
Fig. 41
Handle in the inner panelling of
the boot lid
Read and observe and on page 57 first.
After unlocking the vehicle, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the
handle above the number plate.
Opening
›
Press the handle
A
» Fig. 40 and raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
B
.
Closing
›
Pull the lid down with the handle
C
» Fig. 41 and close with a slight swing.
Delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
and on page 57 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the symbol button  on the remote control
key, then the door is automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by a specialist garage.
After activation of delayed locking, the boot lid can be opened again after clos-
ing within a limited period.
Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically. We therefore recommend locking the vehicle with the symbol
button 
on the remote control key.58Operation

Electric boot lid (Superb Combi)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating description
59
Acoustic signals
61
Adjusting/deleting the top lid position
61
Malfunctions
61
Force limiter
The electric luggage compartment lid (hereinafter referred to only as a lid) is
equipped with a force limiter. If the lid hits an obstacle when closing, it stops
and an audible signal sounds.
If you rapidly enter the vehicle during the opening or closing process of the
boot lid, the whole vehicle may jerk and as a result the movement of the lid
can be interrupted.
Manual operation
Manually opening and closing the lid is only possible in exceptional cases. It
must be completed slowly and without sudden movements as close to the
centre of the lid as possible »
.
WARNING■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the lid. Otherwise,
the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the lid was
locked – risk of accident!■
Never drive with the lid open or unlatched, as otherwise exhaust gases
may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
CAUTION
■ The movement of the lid can be stopped by applying an abrupt and quick
force against the lid.■
Do not attempt to close the door manually during electrical closing process -
there is a risk of damaging the system of an electric valve operation.
■
If the lid is closed manually, it must be ensured that when moving the lid into
the lock, pressure is applied to the centre edge of the lid above the ŠKODA
logo. Handling the sides of the lid can damage the electric lid.
CAUTION■ Before opening or closing the lid, check if there are any objects in the open-
ing or closing range which could obstruct the movement (e.g. a load on the
roof rack or on the trailer, etc.) – risk of causing damage to the lid!■
Ensure that there is at least 10 cm of clearance above the opened lid (e.g. dis-
tance from the garage ceiling). Otherwise, it may happen that the clearance
above the opened lid is no longer sufficient after relieving the vehicle of a load
(e.g. after unloading) – risk of causing damage to the lid.
■
In certain circumstances, if the lid is loaded (e.g. by a thick layer of snow), the
opening process of the lid can be interrupted. Remove the load on the lid to re-
enable the electrical operation.
■
If the lid closes automatically (e.g. under load of snow), you will hear an inter-
mittent beep.
■
The flap is always to be close before disconnecting the battery.
Operating description
Fig. 42
Operation of the lid 
59Unlocking and opening

Fig. 43
Button for the flap operation / operation areas
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Control elements
The lid can be operated with the following control elements.
› With the symbol button
 on the remote control key (press for about 1 s).
› With the button in the handle
A
on the outer part of the lid
» Fig. 42.
› With the button
B
on the inner part of the lid
» Fig. 42.
› With the button
C
in the centre console
» Fig. 43.
Operating areas
The system distinguishes 3 operating areas where the function of the individu-
al operating elements changes » Fig. 43. The end positions of the lid - fully
closed in the secured lock and fully opened - differ as well.
The range of the area
3
changes depending on the setting of the top position
of the lid » page 61 .
If the lid is set in the uppermost position in the area
2
, the area
3
is not ac-
tive. The range of the area
2
changes depending on the setting of the top po-
sition of the lid.
Symbol explanation in the operating description Feasible action
Non-feasible action
Movement in the opposite direction to the previous movement
Lid operation with the handle AActionClosed LidRange » Fig. 43Open
Lid123OpeningStopClosing
The operation of the lid using the handle
A
is only possible when the vehicle
is unlocked.
Lid operation with the button
BActionClosed LidRangeOpenLid123OpeningStopClosing
Operating the lid with the button
B
is only possible when the lid is open.
Lid operation with the symbol button  on the remote control key and the
button
CActionClosed LidRangeOpenLid123OpeningStopClosing
When the ignition is switched on, the operation of the lid does not function us-
ing the remote control key.
Operating the lid with the button
C
does not work if the vehicle was locked
from the outside.
Operating the lid with the symbol button  on the remote control key and the
button
C
does not work when a trailer is coupled to the vehicle.
60Operation

Acoustic signalsRead and observe
and on page 59 first.
The acoustic signals serve as a safety function and provide information about
the success of a performed action.
SignalsMeaning
Interrupted tone
Open (using the button  on the remote control key
or the button C
» Fig. 43 on page 60 )

Automatic closing of the lid » page 59,
in section In-
troduction
1 continuous toneForce limiter3 rising tonesConfirmation of the storage of the lid position3 identical tonesfault
Adjusting/deleting the top lid position
Read and observe
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Adjusting
›
Stop the lid in the desired position (electrically or manually).
›
Press and hold the button
B
» Fig. 42 on page 59 for longer than 3 seconds.
Storing the new position is confirmed with an audible signal.
Delete
›
Carefully lift up the lid manually to the maximum opening position.
›
Press and hold the button
B
» Fig. 42 on page 59 for longer than 3 seconds.
An audible signal sounds and the height which was originally set is deleted
from the memory, while the basic position of the top lid position is again set.
The top lid position is adjusted, for example, in the following situations.
› When the space for opening the lid is limited (e.g. garage height).
› For a more convenient operation, such as by a person's height.
The top position which is reached when the lid opens automatically, is always
lower than the maximum top position which can be reached when the lid is
opened manually.
The lid always opens to the height which was last stored.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
If the battery is disconnected and reconnected while the lid is open, it is nec-
essary to activate the system of the electric boot lid.
Activation means closing the lid by hand. Thus, the end position of the lid is stored under fully closed in secured lock.
Examples of operational malfunctions
Description of the malfunc-
tionPossible solutionsThe lid cannot be lifted out
of the lockEmergency unlocking of the lid » page 217The lid does not react to an
opening signalRemoving a possible obstacle (e.g. snow), re-
opening the lid » page 59

Press handle A
and pull the lid upwards
The lid remains in the top
positionManual closing of the lid
Electrical power windows
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing the window from the driver seat
62
Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear doors
63
Force limit
63
Window convenience operation
63
Operational faults
64

61Unlocking and opening

WARNING■Ensure that no persons are still left in the vehicle when locking the vehi-
cle. In an emergency, the windows will no longer be able to be opened from
the inside.■
The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 63. If there is an obsta-
cle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several
centimetres. The windows should nevertheless be closed carefully – risk of
injury.
■
Deactivating the electrically operated power windows in the rear doors is
recommended (safety push button)
S
when children are being transported
in the rear seats » Fig. 44 on page 62 .
CAUTION
■
Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric
windows.■
In the event that the windows are frozen, first of all eliminate the
ice » page 179 , Windows and exterior mirrors and only then operate the elec-
trical power windows. Otherwise, the window sealing and the electrical power
window mechanism could be damaged.
■
In the winter, ice accumulating on the surface of the window may cause
there to be more resistance when closing the window. The window will stop
and move back several centimetres.
■
It is necessary to deactivate the force limiter to close the win-
dow » page 63 .
■
Always make sure that the windows are closed when you leave the locked
vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
At high speeds, you should keep the windows closed to prevent unnecessarily high fuel consumption.Note■ After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the win-
dows for approx. 10 minutes. After the driver's or front passenger's door has
been opened, the windows can only be operated by using button A
» Fig. 44
on page 62 .
■
When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventila-
tion system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are
opened, dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the
wind noise is more at certain speeds.
■
The window lift system is equipped with protection against overheating. Re-
peated opening and closing of the window can cause this mechanism to over-
heat. If this happens, it will not be possible to operate the window for a short
time. You will be able to operate the window again as soon as the overheating
protection has cooled down.
Opening/closing the window from the driver seat
Fig. 44
Buttons on the driver's door
Read and observe and on page 62 first.
Power window buttons » Fig. 44
Button for electrical power window of the driver's door
Button for electrical power window of the front passenger door
Button for electrical power window of the rear right door
Button for electrical power window of the rear left door
Safety pushbutton
Opening
›
Lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the window has
moved into the desired position. Releasing the button causes the window to
stop immediately. 
ABCDS62Operation

The window can be completely opened automatically by briefly pressing the
button as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window
to stop immediately.
Closing›
Pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold until the
window has moved into the desired position. Releasing the button causes
the window to stop immediately.
The window can also be fully closed automatically by pulling the button up to the stop. Renewed pulling of the button causes the window to stop immedi-
ately.
Safety pushbutton
The buttons for power windows in the rear doors can be deactivated by press-
ing the safety switch
S
» Fig. 44 . The buttons for the electrical power win-
dows at the rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety push button
S
again.
If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the warning light  in the
safety switch
S
illuminates.
Opening the windows in the front passenger door and in the rear
doors
Fig. 45
Button in the rear door
Read and observe and on page 62 first.
There is a button in the front passenger door and in the rear doors for that
window.
Opening
›
Lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the window has
moved into the desired position. Releasing the button causes the window to
stop immediately.
The window can be completely opened automatically by briefly pressing the
button as far as the stop. Renewed pressing of the button causes the window
to stop immediately.
Closing›
Pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold until the
window has moved into the desired position. Releasing the button causes
the window to stop immediately.
The window can also be fully closed automatically by pulling the button up to the stop. Renewed pulling of the button causes the window to stop immedi-
ately.
Force limit
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
The electrical power window system is fitted with a force limiter. It reduces
the risk of bruises or injuries when closing the windows.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes
down by several centimetres.
If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec-
onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down
by several centimetres.
If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window be-
ing moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet
been removed, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not
possible to automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched
on.
The force limiter is only switched off if you attempt to close the window again
within the next 10 seconds - the window will now close with full force!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
Window convenience operation
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
The convenience operation of the windows offers the possibility of opening or
closing all the windows at once.
Convenience operation can take place in one of the following ways. 
63Unlocking and opening

Opening›Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the unlock position.
›
Press and hold the upper part of the central locking button in the driver's
door » page 55 .
›
Hold button
A
» Fig. 44 on page 62 in the opening position.
Closing
›
Press and hold the symbol button 
on the remote control key.
›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.
›
Press and hold the lower part of the central locking button » page 55 in the
driver's door.
›
Hold button
A
» Fig. 44 on page 62 in the closing position.
›
In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor
B
» Fig. 34 on page 53 .
The speed limit for winter tyres can be set in the MAXI DOT display in the
menu item Window op. . » page 47 .
The prerequisite for ensuring that the convenience operating feature correctly
is the automatic opening/closing of all windows is operational.
Convenience opening or closing the window using the key in the driver's lock
is only possible within 45 seconds after locking the vehicle.
The movement of the window is stopped immediately when the key or the re-
spective button is released.
Operational faults
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and on page 62 first.
The automatic power windows do not work if the vehicle battery has been dis-
connected and connected again while a window was open. The system must
be activated.
Activation sequence:
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Pull the top edge of the button and close the window.
›
Release the button.
›
Drag and drop the button upwards again and hold for about 1 s.
Electric sliding/tilting roof
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
64
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
65
Electric sliding/tilting roof with solar cells
65
The electric sliding/tilting roof (abbreviated in the following as 'sliding/tilting
roof') can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the out-
door temperature is higher than -20 °C.
The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after
switching the ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's
door is opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.
CAUTION
■ Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.■If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is possible that the
sliding/tilting roof does not operate correctly. In this case, turn the rotary
switch to the switch position A
» Fig. 46 on page 64 and push forward for
about 10 seconds.
Operation
Fig. 46
Control dial for the sliding/tilting
roof
Read and observe on page 64 first.
Comfort position
›
Turn the switch to position
C
» Fig. 46 .
When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the
wind noise is reduced. 
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Open partially›Simply turn the knob to a point between A and C.
Open fully
›
Turn the switch to position
B
and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned
position).
Tilting roof
›
Turn the switch to position
D
.
Closing
›
Turn the switch to position
A
.
Sun screen
The sun screen is also opened automatically when the tilt/slide sunroof slides
open. When the tilt/slide sunroof is closed the sun screen can be manually op-
erated »
.
Force limiter
The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. If an obstacle (e.g. ice) pre-
vents closing, the sliding/tilting roof stops and opens completely. The sliding/
tilting roof can be closed completely without the force limiter by pushing the
switch in position
A
» Fig. 46 forwards until the sliding/tilting roof is com-
pletely closed.
WARNINGWhen operating the tilt/slide sunroof and the sunshade, proceed with cau-
tion to avoid causing crushing injuries – risk of injury!
CAUTION
During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vicin-
ity of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the
opening mechanism.
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
The sliding/tilting roof can be operated by locking/unlocking using the key or
using the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor
B
» Fig. 34 on page 53 .
›
Press and hold the symbol button 
on the remote control key.
›
In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor
B
» Fig. 34 on page 53 .
By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor B when using the
KESSY system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.WARNINGClose the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury. The force limiter does
not operate with the convenience closing.
Electric sliding/tilting roof with solar cells
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
If there is sufficient bright sunlight, the solar cells in the sliding/tilting roof de-liver the electrical power for the fresh air blower. Further informa-
tion » page 115 , Climatronic (automatic air conditioning system) .
The operation of the sliding/tilting roof with solar cells is the same as of a nor-
mal sliding/tilting roof.
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Superb Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
66
Opening/closing the sun screen
66
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
67
The panoramic sliding/tilting roof (abbreviated in the following as 'sliding/tilt-
ing roof') can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the
outdoor temperature is higher than -20 °C.
The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after
switching the ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's
door is opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.
CAUTION
■ Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.■If, for example, the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is pos-
sible that the sliding/tilting roof does not operate correctly. Next, move the ro-
tary switch into position A
» Fig. 47 on page 66 , pull the recess firmly 
65Unlocking and opening

downwards and hold forwards firmly. The sliding/tilting roof opens and closes
again after around 10 seconds. Do not release the control dial until it has done
so.■
If, for example, the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is pos-
sible that the sun screen does not operate correctly. Then turn the switch to
position
A
» Fig. 47 on page 66 and press and hold the button
G
» Fig. 48 on
page 66 . The sun screen opens and closes again after around 10 seconds. Do
not release the control dial until it has done so.
Operation
Fig. 47
Control dial for the sliding/tilting
roof
Read and observe on page 65 first.
Comfort position
›
Turn the switch to position
C
» Fig. 47 .
When the sliding/tilting roof is in the comfort position, the intensity of the
wind noise is reduced.
Open partially
›
Turn the switch to a position in area
D
.
Open fully
›
Turn the switch to position
B
and hold it in this position (spring-tensioned
position).
Tilting roof
›
Turn the switch to position
A
.
›
Press the switch in the region
E
towards the roof.
Closing
›
Turn the switch to position
A
.
›
Press the switch on the recess
E
down and pull forwards.
Force limiter
The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. The sliding/tilting roof
stops and moves back several centimetres when it cannot be closed because
there is something in the way (e.g. ice). The sliding/tilting roof can be fully
closed without a force limiter by pressing the switch on the recess E
down
and then pushing it forward until the sliding/tilting roof is fully closed » .
WARNINGWhen operating the sliding/tilting roof, proceed with caution to avoid caus-
ing crushing injuries – risk of injury!
CAUTION
During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vicin-
ity of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the
opening mechanism.
Opening/closing the sun screen
Fig. 48
Buttons for sun screen
Read and observe on page 65 first.
The sun screen can be closed or opened using the buttons » Fig. 48.
Opening
›
Briefly press the button
F
» Fig. 48 to open fully.
›
Press and hold the button
F
to open to the desired position.
The opening process stops when one releases the button.
Closing
›
Briefly press the button
G
» Fig. 48 to close fully.
›
Press and hold the button
G
to close in the desired position.
The closing process stops when one releases the button. 
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WARNINGWhen operating the sunshade, proceed with caution to avoid causing
crushing injuries – risk of injury!
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
Read and observe
on page 65 first.
The sliding / tilting roof can be operated by locking or unlocking using the keyor using the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor
A
or
B
» Fig. 34 on
page 53 .
Closing
›
Press  and hold the symbol button on the key or hold the key in the locking
cylinder of the driver's door in the lock position, or for the KESSY system,
keep your finger on the sensor
B
» Fig. 34 on page 53 » .
By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor
B
when using the
KESSY system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.
Tilting roof
›
Press and hold the symbol button  on the remote control key.
WARNINGClose the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury. The force limiter does
not operate with the convenience closing.Lights and visibility
Lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the lights and the instrument illumination
68
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
69
Turn signal and main beam
69
Automatic driving lamp control
70
Adaptive headlights (AHL)
70
Fog lights
71
Fog lights with the CORNER function
71
Rear fog light
71
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
72
Hazard warning light system
72
Parking lights
73
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the layout shown in » Fig. 49 on page 68 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 179 , Headlight lenses .
WARNING■
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights. 
67Lights and visibility