SKODA SUPERB 2011 Owner´s Manual

Lights and visibility
The following functions can be activated, deactivated or adjusted here.
Coming HomeActivate/deactivate and adjust the light duration of
the COMING HOME function. Further informa-
tion » page 72 .Leaving HomeSwitch on/off and adjust the light duration of the
LEAVING HOME function. Further informa-
tion » page 72 .Footwell lightActivate/deactivate and adjust the footwell light in-
tensity.Dayl. dri. lightActivate/deactivate “DAY LIGHT” function. Further in-
formation » page 69, Daylight running lights (DAY
LIGHT) .Rear wiperActivate/deactivate the function of the automatic
rear window wiping. Further information » page 78,
Automatic rear window wiper (Superb Combi) .Lane ch. flashActivate/deactivate the lane ch. flash function. Fur-
ther information » page 70.Travel modeActivate/deactivate the travel mode feature. Further
information » page 71, Tourist lights (Travel mode) .Factory settingRestore the factory setting for the lighting.
Time
The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between
summer/winter times can be set here.
Winter tyres
Here, the speed and the switching on and off of the acoustic signals when ex-
ceeding this speed can be adjusted. This function is, for example, used for win-
ter tyres where the maximum permissible speed is lower than the maximum
speed of the vehicle » page 197.
As soon as the parking procedure is completed, an audible signal sounds and
the following message appears in the information display.
Winter tyres max. speed ... km/h.
Units of measurement
The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set
here.
Assist systems
The tones of the audible signals for the parking aid can be adjusted here.
Alt. speed dis.
Display of the second speed in mph 1)
can be activated here.
Further information » page 33, Display of the second speed .
Service
The days and kilometres remaining until the next service can be displayed
here.
Further information » page 48, Service interval display .
Factory setting
The display functions can be restored to their factory settings here.
Compass point display
Read and observe
on page 47 first.
For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system, an abbreviation for each
point of the compass (depending on the current direction of travel) is shown
on the top left-hand corner of the display.
The compass point display only operates when the ignition is switched on.
Service interval display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Display in the MAXI DOT display
49
Prompt in the segment display
49
Resetting the service interval display
50
The service interval display shows the time and mileage to the next service
event. 
1)
On models on which the speedometer indicates mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
48Operation

The service due date is automatically displayed on the display and this infor-
mation can be displayed manually if necessary.
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or
days until the service due date is reached.
The information regarding the service intervals can be found in the service
schedule.
Note
Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle
battery is disconnected.
Display in the MAXI DOT display
Oil change service
If an oil change service is due, the following message appears: Oil change in ...
km or ... days.
As soon as the service interval date has been reached, the message Oil
change now! appears once the ignition has been switched on.
Inspection
If an inspection is due, the following message appears: Inspection in ... km
or ... days.
As soon as the service interval date has been reached, the message Inspec-
tion now! appears once the ignition has been switched on.
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
You can view the remaining distance and days until the next service appoint- ment at any time when the ignition is switched on by going to the Service
menu item » page 47, Settings or from the Vehicle status in the main menu of
the MAXI DOTdisplay. » page 47, Main menu .
The following message is displayed for 10 seconds. Oil change ... km / ... days
Inspection ... km / ... days
Prompt in the segment displayFig. 30
Segment display: Example of a
message
Explanation of graphic » Fig. 30
Service due
Differentiating between types of service
Days remaining until the next service interval
Kilometres remaining until the next service interval 1)
Differentiating between types of service
The service type is determined by the number in position
A
» Fig. 30 .
Oil change service
Inspection
Service due
If a service becomes due, then the following information is displayed for about
10 seconds » Fig. 30.
› The number
1 or 2 is displayed in position
A
.
› The symbol
 and the number of days remaining until the next service inter-
val are displayed in position
B
.
› The symbol
 and the number of kilometres remaining until the next service
interval are displayed in position
C
.
As soon as the due date for the service has been reached, the flashing icon

and the message OIL CHNG or INSPEC_ appear in the display for about 20 sec-
onds after the ignition has been switched on.
Display the days and distance until the next service
You can press button
3
» Fig. 21 on page 30 repeatedly to display the remain-
ing distance and time to until the next service whenever the ignition is switch-
ed on. 
ABC1)
The kilometres remaining until the next service are displayed instead of the odometer.
49Information system

Information on the oil change service is displayed at first, followed by informa-
tion on the inspection when button 3 is pressed again.
› The number
1 or 2 is displayed in position A
.
› The symbol

and the number of days remaining until the next service inter-
val are displayed in position
B
.
› The symbol

and the number of kilometres remaining until the next service
interval are displayed in position
C
.
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, the values of a new service interval are displayed, 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.
Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle key
51
Unlocking/locking with the remote control key
52
Opening/closing a door
52
Unlocking / locking - KESSY
53
Information messages KESSY
53
Safe securing
54
Individual settings
54
Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the inside
55
Child safety lock
55
Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors, the fuel fill-
er flap and luggage compartment lid at the same time based on the current
setting 1)
.
The safe securing system » page 54 is integrated in the central locking sys-
tem. Once the car is locked from the outside, the door locks 2)
are automatically
blocked by the safe securing system »
.
The following is true after unlocking 1)
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.
› The interior light, which is switched by the door contact, illuminates.
› The safe securing system is switched off 2)
.
› The warning icon in the driver door stops flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated.
The following is true after locking 1)
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked.
› The interior light switched by the door contact goes off.
› The safe securing system is switched on 2)
. 
1)
Depending on the individual setting
» page 54.
2)
This function applies only to vehicles with specific equipment or for some countries.
50Operation

›The warning light in the driver door begins flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is activated.
Displaying an error If the warning icon in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then illuminates for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.WARNING■ Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ized persons, such as children, for example, 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. The children might,
for example, release the handbrake or take the vehicle out of gear. The ve-
hicle could then start to move – risk of injury and accidents! These individu-
als might also not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help
themselves. Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
■
If the car is locked from the outside and the safe lock system is switched
on, no one must be in the car, as it is then not possible to open either a
door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult
for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to life.
Note
■ When leaving the vehicle, always check if it is locked.■In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked
doors are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to
the vehicle.■
Upon failure of the central locking system the key can only be used to unlock
and lock the driver's door. The other doors and the boot lid can be emergency
opened or emergency released. ■ Emergency locking of the door » page 216.
■ Emergency unlocking of the boot lid » page 217.
Vehicle keyFig. 31
Remote control key
Read and observe on page 51 first.
Two remote control keys are provided with the vehicle » Fig. 31.
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle.
The wireless key has a flip out key bit.
The spare key must by initialised by a specialist garage after repair or replace- ment of the receiver unit. Only then can the remote control key be used again.
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ig-
nition lock.
■
The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than approx. 3 metres
away » page 215 .
■
When leaving the vehicle, always check if it is locked.
■
If the driver's door has been opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
Note
Please contact a specialist garage if you lose a key as they can obtain a new
one for you.51Unlocking and opening

Unlocking/locking with the remote control keyFig. 32
Remote control key
Read and observe on page 51 first.
Function and description of the remote control key » Fig. 32
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Button for the fold out / fold in of the key
Warning light
Unlocking
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-
locked.
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe lock system 1)
or anti-theft alarm system will be switched on. This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
The seat and mirror are adjusted after the vehicle is unlocked » page 84.
Locking
The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been
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.
The current position of the seat and mirror after the vehicle is
locked » page 84 .
ABChecking the battery condition
If the red warning light B » Fig. 32 does not flash when you press a button on
the remote control key the battery is dead. Replace the battery » page 215.
CAUTION
■
Only operate the remote control when the doors and boot lid are closed and
the vehicle is in your line of sight.■
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote con-
trol key.
■
Operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal inter-
ference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same fre-
quency range.
Note
For vehicles with anti-theft alarm the acoustic signals can also be activated/
deactivated by locking/unlocking » page 47.
Opening/closing a door
Fig. 33
Door handle/door opening lever
Read and observe
on page 51 first.
Opening from the outside
›
Unlock the vehicle.
›
Pull on door handle
A
» Fig. 33 on the door you wish to open.
Opening from the inside
›
Pull on door handle
B
of the door and push the door away from you. 
1)
This function applies only to vehicles with specific equipment or for some countries.
52Operation

Closing from the inside›Grasp pull handle C and close the door.WARNING■Make sure that the door has closed correctly as it can open suddenly
while the vehicle is being driven – there is a risk of death.■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
sweep – there is a risk of injury.
■
An opened door can close spontaneously if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on a slope – there is a risk of injury.
■
Never drive with the doors open - there is a risk of death!
Unlocking / locking - KESSY
Fig. 34
Sensors in the handle of the
front door
Read and observe on page 51 first.
The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Exit System) enables unlocking and
locking of the vehicle without actively using the remote control key.
Sensors in the handle of the front door » Fig. 34
Unlocking sensor
Locking sensor
Unlocking
›
Grab the door handle of the front door or cover the sensor
A
» Fig. 34 » with the whole palm of your hand.
Locking
›
Touch the sensor
B
» Fig. 34 with your fingers.
On vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox, the selector lever must be moved
into the position P before unlocking.
ABUnlocking the boot lid›Press the button in the handle of the boot lid » page 57.
If the vehicle is locked via the sensor B
, it is not possible to unlock it again in
the following 2 seconds via the sensor
A
- prevents accidental unlocking.
CAUTION
■ Do not use objects which might prevent direct contact between the hand
and the grip sensor.■
Some types of gloves can impair the function of the grip sensor.
■
After leaving the car there is no automatic locking.
■
The vehicle cannot be locked if the ignition has not been turned off.
Information messages KESSY
Read and observe
on page 51 first.
Key in the vehicle
The protection against inadvertently locking the key in the vehicle unlocks the
vehicle automatically if the following condition is met.
The vehicle, including the boot lit, has been locked.
The turn signal lights flash four times as confirmation that the vehicle has
been unlocked again.
The following message is shown in the instrument cluster display. Key in vehicle.
KEY IN VEHICLE
An audible signal sounds additionally on vehicles which are fitted with the an-
ti-theft alarm system, .
System fault
If there is a fault in the system, the following message will appear in the dis-
play of the instrument cluster.
Keyless access system faulty.
CHECK KEYLESS
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the battery in the remote control key is too low, the following
message appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
Change the key battery!
KEY BATTERY 
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Change the key battery » page 215!
Safe securing
Read and observe
on page 51 first.
The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the out-side. The vehicle cannot now be opened from the inside.
This fact is pointed out by the following message on the display of the instru- ment cluster after switching off the ignition.
Check SAFELOCK! Owner's manual!
CHECK DEADLOCK
Switching off
The safe lock can be switched off in one of the following ways.
›
By locking twice within 2 seconds.
›
By disabling the interior monitoring » page 56, Interior monitor and towing
protection .
If the vehicle is locked and the SafeLock system is switched off, the door can be opened separately from the inside by a single pull on the opening lever.
Switching on
The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and
unlocked.
Switch on display
The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards
it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.
Switch off display
The warning light in the driver door flashes fast for about 2 seconds, goes out
and starts to flash regularly at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.
WARNINGIf the car is locked and the SafeLock system activated, no one may remain
in the car as it will then not be possible to either unlock a door or open a
window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescu-
ers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to life!NoteThis function applies only to vehicles with specific equipment or for some
countries.
Individual settings
Read and observe
on page 51 first.
The following central locking functions can be set via the MAXI DOT dis-
play » page 47 , Settings .
Opening a single door
This function makes it possible to only unlock the driver's door. The other
doors and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked after being opened
again.
Unlocking a vehicle side door
This function enables you to unlock both doors on the driver's side. The other
doors and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked after being opened
again.
Automatic locking/unlocking
All doors are locked from a speed of around 15 km/h. The button in the handle
of the boot lid is deactivated.
If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again.
In addition, it is possible for the driver or front passenger to unlock the car by
pressing the central locking button .
Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle.
The vehicle doors can be unlocked and opened at any time by pulling once on
the door opening lever.
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Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the insideFig. 35
Central locking button
Read and observe on page 51 first.
If the vehicle was not locked from the outside, it can also be unlocked and
locked with the rocker switch on the door opening lever of the driver or front
passenger door » Fig. 35 even without the ignition switched on. While a door is
opened, the vehicle cannot be locked.
Locking
›
Press the button /
» Fig. 35 press.
The symbol  in the button illuminates.
Unlocking
›
Press the button /
» Fig. 35 press.
The symbol  in the button goes out.
The following applies if your vehicle has been locked using the central locking
button.
› It is not possible to open the doors or the boot lid from the outside (safety
feature, e.g. when stopping at traffic lights etc.).
› The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the
opening lever of the respective door.
› In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked
doors are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access
to the vehicle.
WARNING■ Doors locked from the inside make it difficult for rescuers to get into the
vehicle in an emergency – risk to life!■
If the safe lock system is switched on » page 54, the door opening lever
and the central locking buttons do not operate.
Child safety lockFig. 36
Child safety lock: Left rear door
Read and observe on page 51 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in- side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching on
›
Turn the slot of the safety lock in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 36 (the
other way around on the right-hand door).
Switching off
›
Turn the slot of the safety lock in the opposite direction to the ar-
row » Fig. 36 (the other way around on the right-hand door).
Anti-theft alarm system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
56
Interior monitor and towing protection
56
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people
trying to break into the vehicle.
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered when the following unauthorized actions are carried out
on the locked vehicle. 
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›Opening the bonnet.
› Opening the boot lid.
› Opening the doors.
› Manipulation of the ignition lock.
› Towing the vehicle
» page 56.
› Movement in the vehicle
» page 56.
› Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system.
› Uncoupling the trailer
» page 170, Attaching and detaching trailers .
If the driver's door of a vehicle with a remote control is unlocked and opened
by the lock cylinder, then the alarm is triggered.
Switching off the alarm
The alarm is turned off by pressing the  button on the radio remote control
key or switching on the ignition.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors
and the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality of
the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years.
Activating/deactivating
Read and observe
on page 56 first.
Activating
The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 sec-
onds after the vehicle is locked.
If the vehicle is unlocked and a door or the boot lid not opened within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the SafeLock system
or anti-theft alarm system will be switched back on. This function is intended
to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Deactivating
The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated automatically after the vehicle is
unlocked. If the vehicle is not opened within 30 seconds, the anti-theft alarm
system is automatically activated again.
The alarm system is also deactivated if you unlock the driver door using the
key within 45 seconds of locking the vehicle.
Note■ If the car is unlocked with the key in the driver door, insert the key into the
ignition and switch the ignition to deactivate the alarm system.■
You can switch the audible signalling of the activation of the warning system
on and off in the MAXI DOT display in the menu item ATA confirm » page 47 .
Interior monitor and towing protection
Fig. 37
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 56 first.
The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and then triggers the alarm.
The tow-away protection triggers the alarm if a vehicle is registered as being
on an inclination.
Activating
The interior monitor and the towing protection are activated automatically af-
ter the vehicle is locked.
Deactivating
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the driver door.
›
Press the symbol button 
» Fig. 37 on the B-column on the driver's side.
The symbol lighting in the button changes 
from red to orange.
›
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
Deactivate the interior monitor and the towing protection if there is a possibili-
ty of the alarm being triggered by movements (e.g. by children or animals)
within the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train
or ship) or towed. 
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CAUTION■The opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the
interior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the
glasses storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehi-
cle.■
The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked, even if
the SafeLock system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not acti-
vated.
Luggage compartment lid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Twindoor - open/close small boot lid
57
TwinDoor - open / close large boot
58
Open / close (Superb Combi)
58
Delayed locking of the boot lid
58WARNING■ Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the
lid was locked – risk of accident!■
Never drive with the luggage compartment lid open or ajar, as otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the boot lid, as otherwise
this could crack – there is a risk of injury.
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
CAUTION
If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is immediately
locked automatically when closed » page 58.Note■
The function of the button in the grip above the licence plate is deactivated
when starting off or at a speed of 5 km/hour or more for vehicles with central
locking. The function is restored after the vehicle stops and the door is
opened.■
Repeated opening and closing of the boot lid can lead to a temporary failure
of the function due to the overheating protection of the motors of the Twin-
door system.
Twindoor - open/close small boot lid
Fig. 38
Handle of boot lid/opened small 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 button in the handle at the lower edge of the boot lid
1
» Fig. 38
and lift the boot lid.
Closing
›
Pull down and strike the lid with the handle
2
» Fig. 38 .
The small boot lid can also be opened by pressing the symbol  button on the
remote control key » page 52.
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