engine SKODA SUPERB 2011 Owner´s Manual

Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Operating Instructions
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
9
Seat belts
12
Using seat belts
12
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag overview
17
Deactivating airbags
20
Transporting children safely
22
Child seat
22
Fastening systems
25
Operation
Cockpit
29
Overview
28
Instruments and Indicator Lights
30
Instrument cluster
30
Warning lights
34
Information system
42
Driver information system
42
Multifunction display (MFD)
44MAXI DOT display46Service interval display48
Unlocking and opening
50
Unlocking and locking
50
Anti-theft alarm system
55
Luggage compartment lid
57
Electric boot lid (Superb Combi)
59
Electrical power windows
61
Electric sliding/tilting roof
64
Panoramic sliding/tilting roof (Superb Estate)
65
Lights and visibility
67
Lights
67
Interior lights
73
Visibility
75
Windscreen wipers and washers
77
Rear mirror
79
Seats and practical features
81
Adjusting the seats
81
Seat features
85
Practical features
88
Luggage compartment
97
Removable light (Superb Combi)
103
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
104
Extending variable loading floor with
integrated aluminium rails and fastening
elements (Superb Combi)
105
Net partition (Superb Combi)
107
Roof rack
108
Air conditioning system
110
Heating, ventilation, cooling
110
Air conditioning system (manual air
conditioning system)
112Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system)115
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
118
Communication and multimedia
121
General information
121
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
124
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl
126
Wi-Fi
130
Voice control
131
Multimedia
134
Driving
Starting off and Driving
138
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
138
Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY
140
Brakes
143
Manual gear changing and pedals
144
Automatic transmission
145
Running in
148
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
149
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
152
Driving abroad
153
Assist systems
154
Brake assist systems
154
Parking aid
156
Park assist
157
Cruise Control System
161
START STOP
162
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
165
Tyre pressure monitoring
165
Hitch and trailer
166
Hitch
166
Trailer
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General Maintenance
Car care173
Services, modifications and technical
alterations
173
Washing vehicle
176
Taking care of your vehicle exterior
177
Taking care of the interior
181
Inspecting and replenishing
183
Fuel
183
Engine compartment
186
Engine oil
189
Coolant
191
Brake fluid
192
Vehicle battery
193
Wheels
197
Tyres and wheel rims
197
Manufacturer-approved tyre variants
201
Winter operation
203
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
204
Emergency equipment
204
Changing a wheel
205
Puncture set
209
Jump-starting
211
Towing the vehicle
213
Radio remote control
215
Emergency unlocking/locking
216
Emergency operation of the sliding/tilting
roof
217
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
218
Fuses and light bulbs
220
Fuses
220
Replacing bulbs
223Technical data
Technical data228
Vehicle data
228
Index
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti lock brake systemAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAHLAdaptive headlightsAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeAPNAn access point name for the Wi-Fi connectionASRTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRactive driver steering recommendationEDLelectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCController for the engine electronicsESCElectronic Stability ControlETRim depthEUEuropean UnionFSIStratified petrol direct injectionGSMa digital network of mobile devices for the transmission of
voice and dataHFPConnection of a mobile device by means of its Bluetooth ®
profilekWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMGManual gearboxMFDMultifunction displayN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberAbbreviationDefinitionrSAPRemote transmission of the SIM dataSSPConnect two devices using Bluetooth ®
profileTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbo-charging and direct injectionUMTSthe next generation of the GSM network (3G)VINVehicle identification numberWLANwireless connection of electronic devices for data transfer
(wireless)7Abbreviations

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off
8
Driving safety
8
Safety equipment
8
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the sub-
ject of passive safety in your vehicle.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for ex-
ample, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of children.
WARNING■ This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants.■
You can find further information on safety concerning you and those trav-
elling with you in the following chapters of this owner's manual.
■
The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This
applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Before setting off
Read and observe
on page 8 first.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning proper-
ly.
Ensure that the function of the wiper and the condition of the wiper
blades are free of any defects.
Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed.
Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.
Check the tyre inflation pressure.
Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
Secure all items of luggage.
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle.
Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
belts » page 22 , Transporting children safely .
Adopt the correct seated position » page 9, Correct and safe seated
position . Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position.
Driving safety
Read and observe
on page 8 first.
The driver is fully responsible for himself and his occupants. If your driving
safety is affected, you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed. Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, e.g.
by your passengers or mobile phone calls.
Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol or drugs.
Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather condi-
tions.
Take regular breaks on long journeys – at least every two hours.
Safety equipment
Read and observe
on page 8 first.
The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle.
› Three-point seat belts for all the seats.
› Belt force limiter for front and outer rear seats.
› Belt tensioner for front and outer rear seats.
› Seat belt height adjusters for the front seats.
› Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger.
› Driver’s knee airbag. 

8Safety

The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions,
rear-end collisions, tilting of the vehicle and vehicle rollover.
Deployment factors
It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to
the airbag system in every situation. An important role is played by factors
such as the type of object that the vehicle hits (hard/soft), the impact angle,
vehicle speed etc.
A decisive factor for the deployment of the airbags is the deceleration which
occurs. The control unit analyses the nature of the collision and activates the
relevant restraint system.
If the vehicle deceleration which occurs and is measured during the collision
remains below the prescribed reference values specified in the control unit,
the airbags are not deployed although the vehicle may well suffer severe dam-
age to the bodywork as a consequence of the accident.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe frontal
collision.
› Driver’s front airbag.
› Front passenger airbag.
› Driver’s knee airbag.
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.
› Front side airbag on the side of the accident.
› Rear side airbag on the side of the accident.
› Head airbags on the side of the accident.
When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur.
› The interior lighting illuminates (if the switch for the interior light is in the
door contact position).
› The hazard warning lights are switched on.
› All the doors are unlocked.
› The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
Airbag overview

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front airbags
17
Driver’s knee airbag
18Side airbags19Head airbags20
Front airbags
Fig. 8
Driver airbag in the steering wheel/front passenger airbag in the
dashboard
Fig. 9
Safe distance to steering wheel/gas-filled airbags
In the event of a severe frontal collision, the front airbag system offers addi-
tional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
The front airbag for the driver is housed in the steering wheel » Fig. 8 -
 .
The front airbag for the front seat passenger is located in the dash panel
above the glove compartment » Fig. 8 -
 .
The airbags inflate in front of the driver and front passenger when they are
deployed » Fig. 9 -
 . The forward movement of the driver and of the front
passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag
and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced. 
17Airbag system

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
30
Revolution counter
31
Speedometer
31
Coolant temperature gauge
31
Display
31
Fuel gauge
32
Counter for distance driven
32

32
Display of the second speed
33
Display in rear centre console
33
Auto Check Control
33
Fault display
The Error message will appear in the display if there is a fault in the instru-
ment cluster. Ensure that the fault is rectified as soon as possible by a special-
ist workshop.
WARNING■ Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully
responsible for road safety.■
Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving - risk of
accident. Operate the controls only when the vehicle is at a standstill.
OverviewFig. 21
Instrument cluster
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Engine revolutions counter » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Speedometer » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Button for display mode:
› Time settings
» page 32
› Enable/disable the display of the second speed 1)
» page 33
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
ing until the next service 1)
» page 48
Coolant temperature gauge » page 31
Display » page 31
Fuel gauge » page 32
Button for: › Reset trip meter
» page 32
› Setting the time
» page 32
› Enable/disable the mode selected by means of button
312345671)
Applies for vehicles with a segment display.
30Operation

Revolution counterRead and observe
on page 30 first.
The red scale of the revolution counter
1
» Fig. 21 on page 30 indicates the
range in which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system auto-
matically restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu-
tion counter is reached or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or
too low » page 43 .
Speedometer
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Warning against speeding
An audible warning will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h 1)
. The
audible warning is switched off once the vehicle speed falls below 120 km/h.
Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 22
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The coolant temperature gauge » Fig. 22 only operates when the ignitions is
switched on.
Cold range
The pointer in the left of the scale indicates that the engine has not yet
reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high
engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the middle of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or un-
der heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
The coolant temperature is too high if the pointer reaches the red area of the
scale. Further information » page 36.
CAUTION
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Display
Fig. 23
Display types
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The following information will be displayed.
› Distance travelled
» page 32
› Time
» page 32
› Details of the information system
» page 42
› Details of the service interval display
» page 48 
1)
This function is only valid for some countries.
31Instruments and Indicator Lights

Display of the second speedRead and observe
on page 30 first.
The display can show the current speed in mph 1)
.
This feature is provided for driving in countries with different units for speed.
MAXI DOT display
The display of the second speed can be set in the Alt. speed dis. menu
item » page 47 , Settings .
Segment display
›
Press the
3
» Fig. 21 on page 30 key repeatedly, until the odometer display
flashes » page 32 .
›
Press the
7
key while the display is flashing.
The second speed is displayed instead of the odometer.
Display of the second speed can be disabled in the same way.
Display in rear centre console
Fig. 26
Centre console at rear: Display
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The time and the outside temperature are displayed on the display in the rear
centre console when the ignition is switched on » Fig. 26.
The values are taken over by the instrument cluster.
Auto Check Control
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked
continuously when the ignition is switched on.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT
display. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the icons in the MAXI
DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 34,
Warning lights .
The Vehicle status menu item is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT
display whenever at least one fault message is present. The first of the fault
messages is displayed after this menu item is selected. Several error messages
are shown on the display under the message e.g. 1/3. This indicates that the
first of a total of three error messages is being displayed.
Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT display
Engine oil pressure too low» page 36Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox are
too hot» page 33Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor defective» page 37Thickness of brake pads» page 41Problem with engine oil pressure» page 33
 Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the  symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maxi-
mum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
 Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox are too hot
If the  symbol appears in the MAXI DOT display, this indicates that the tem-
perature of the automatic DSG gearbox clutches is too high. 
1)
On models on which the speedometer indicates mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
33Instruments and Indicator Lights

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!
 do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait
until the 
icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your
journey as soon as the icon disappears.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 72. The warning triangle must be set up at
the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing
so.
Note
■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 42 .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always in-
dicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue
to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
35
 Brake system
35
 Seat belt warning light
35
 Generator
35
 Door open
36
 Engine oil pressure
36
 Coolant
36
 Bonnet
36
 Boot lid
36
 
Power steering / steering lock (system KESSY)
36
 Engine oil level
37
 Traction Control System (ASR)
37
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
37 Anti lock brake system (ABS)38 Rear fog light38

Lamp failure
38
 Adaptive headlights (AHL)
38
 Exhaust inspection system
38
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
38

Engine performance check (petrol engine)
39
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
39
 Fuel reserve
39
 Airbag system
40
 Tyre inflation pressure
40
 Windscreen washer fluid level
40
 Brake linings
41

 Turn signal system
41
 Low beam
41
 Fog lights
41
 Cruise control system
41
 Selector lever lock / starter (system KESSY)
41
 Main beam
41
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine. 
34Operation

WARNING■Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions
in the instrument cluster display may lead to serious personal injury or
damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 72. The warning triangle must be set up at
the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing
so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 186, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates if the handbrake is applied.
An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h for at least
3 seconds while the handbrake is applied.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Release parking brake!
 Brake system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates if the brake fluid level in the braking system is
too low or there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Owner's manual!
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 193 » .
WARNING■
If the warning light  together with the warning light  » page 38 , 
Anti lock brake system (ABS) illuminates,  do not continue to drive! Seek
help from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of accident.
■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet
and checking the brake fluid level » page 186, Engine compartment .
 Seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
is illuminated as a reminder for the driver and front pas-
senger to fasten their seat belts.
The warning light 
goes out , after the respective seat belt has been fas-
tened.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed is more than 20 km/h, the warning light 
flashes and you will hear an
acoustic warning signal.
The warning signal is switched off and the warning light 
remains perma-
nently illuminated if the driver and front passenger have not fastened their
seat belts within the next 90 seconds.
 Generator
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light 
is illuminated , when the engine is running, the vehicle
battery is not being charged.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. The electrical system re-
quires checking.
CAUTION
 Do not continue driving if the  warning light (coolant system fault) illumi-
nates in addition to the  warning light while you are driving. Stop the engine
- there is a risk of engine damage. Seek help from a specialist garage.35Instruments and Indicator Lights