engine SKODA SUPERB 2014 2.G / (B6/3T) Owner's Guide

NoteIf the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light extinguishes auto-
matically after around 20 minutes.
Entry lighting
The lighting is positioned on the bottom edge of the exterior mirror and illumi-
nates the entry area of the front door.
The light comes on after the vehicle has been unlocked or on opening the
front door. The lighting goes out about 30 seconds after the doors are closed
or if the ignition is switched on.
WARNINGIf the entry light is on, do not touch its cover – risk of burns!
Note
If the door is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish auto-
matically after around 1 minutes.
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
73
Sun visors
74
Sun screen
74
Sun screen in the rear doors
74Windscreen and rear window heaterFig. 57
Buttons for the rear and front window heating Climatronic / man-
ual air conditioning
Buttons in the centre console Switching the rear window heater on/off
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
When the heater is switched on, a lamp lights up inside the button.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
The heater automatically switches off after approximately 10 minutes.
For the sake of the environment
The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free
from mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on
fuel economy » page 148, Saving electrical energy .
Note
■
If the on-board voltage drops, the heater switches off automatically, in order
to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 193, Auto-
matic load deactivation .■
If the light is flashing inside the button the heater is off due to low battery.
73Lights and visibility

CAUTION■The exterior mirrors with fold-in function  never mechanically fold by hand
- there is a risk of damaging the electric mirror actuator!■
When the mirror is swung by external influences (due to impact during ma-
noeuvring, for example), then first fold-in the mirror by turning the knob and
wait for a loud clapping noise.
Note
■ The mirror heater only operates when the engine is running and up to an
outside temperature of +35 ℃.■
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
Seats and useful equipment
Adjusting the seats
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manually adjusting the front seats
80
Electric front seat adjustment
80
Head restraints
81
Memory function of the electrically adjustable seat
82
Memory function of the remote control key
82
The driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the pedals can be fully
pressed to the floor with slightly bent legs.
The seat backrest on the driver's seat should be adjusted in such a way that the upper point of the steering wheel can be easily reached with slightly bent
arms.
Correct adjustment of the seats is particularly important for the following rea-
sons.
› Reaching the controls safely and quickly.
› A relaxed and fatigue-free body position.
› Achieving the maximum protection offered by the seat belts and the airbag
system.
WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
■
The electric front seat adjustment is still functional if the ignition is
switched off (even with the ignition key removed). Therefore, when leaving
the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such
as children, unattended in the vehicle - there is a danger of injury!
■
Never carry more people than the number of seats in the vehicle.
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seats) – risk of accident! 
79Seats and useful equipment

When automatic storage is activated, the current positions of the driver's seat
and the external mirrors are saved in the memory of the remote control key
each time the vehicle is locked. When the vehicle is next unlocked using the
same key, the driver's seat and the external mirrors assume the positions stor-
ed in the memory of this key 1)
.
Saving front passenger mirror settings when reversing
Above the MAXI DOT display in the menu item Mirror down. The lowering func-
tion for the mirror on the passenger side when reversing must be ena-
bled » page 45 .›
Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Turn the knob for the external mirror control to the position for the passen-
ger side mirror adjustment » page 78.
›
Engage reverse gear.
›
Adjust the front passenger's mirror to the desired position » page 78.
›
Disengage reverse gear.
The adjusted position of the exterior mirror is stored in the remote control key
memory.
Disable the function of automatic storage
›
Unlock the vehicle with the remote control key.
›
Press and hold the SET button
A

» Fig. 70 on page 82 . At the same time,
press the button  on the remote control key within 10 seconds.
The successful deactivation of the automatic storage function for each key is confirmed by an acoustic signal.
Stopping the ongoing adjustment
›
Press any button on the driver's seat or the button  on the remote control
key.
Seat features
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Seat heaters
83
Ventilated front seats
84Convenience features of passenger seat85Armrest, front85
Armrest rear
85
Seat backrests
85
Rear seat folded forward (Superb Combi)
86
Seat heaters
Fig. 71
Heating: Front seats/ rear seats
The seat backrests and surfaces of the front seats and the two outer rear
seats can be heated electrically.
The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running.
Switching on the front seat heater
›
Press the controller in the area of the symbols  and

» Fig. 71 -

Switch on rear seat heater
›
Press the symbol button  or

» Fig. 71 -
 .
By pressing the button once, the heating is switched to the highest intensity -
level 3, which is indicated by all three of the indicator lights in the switch light-
ing up.
With repeated pressing of the switch, the heating is turned down until it goes
off.
The seat heating level is indicated by the number of illuminated warning lights
in the respective control. 
1)
The vehicle must be locked and unlocked with the same key to save the seat and exterior mirror position
to the key.
83Seats and useful equipment

WARNINGIf you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g. through
medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we rec-
ommend not to use the seat heating. This can lead to burns on the back,
the posterior and the legs which are difficult to heal. If the seat heating is
used, we recommend to make regular breaks in your journey when driving
long distances, so that the body can recuperate from the stress of the jour-
ney. Please consult your doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■Do not turn on the seat heater if seats are not occupied.■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seats have objects attached to or
placed on them, for example a child seat, a bag, etc. A fault of the heating ele-
ments in the seat heating can occur.
■
If additional seat covers or protective covers are attached to the seats, do
not turn on the seat heater - there is a risk of damaging the seat covers and
seat heating.
■
Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 178, Seat covers .
Note
■
If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automatically,
in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con-
trol » page 193 .■
If the heaters for the rear seats are set to the highest intensity - level 3, they
are automatically switched over to level 2 after 10 minutes (two indicator lights
are illuminated on the switch).
Ventilated front seats
Fig. 72
Rocker switch for the seat venti-
lation
Heat and condensation can be removed from the seat cushions and seat
backrests on the front seats.
The ventilation is operated using the rocker switch » Fig. 72 in the front part of
the seat cushion, in front of the seat control elements for the electric front
seat adjustment.
Switching on›
Switch the rocker switch to position 1 - lower intensity and to position 2 -
higher intensity.
Switching off
›
Switch the rocker switch to the centre position 
.
WARNINGIf you or a passenger have limited pain and/or temperature sensitivity, e.g.
caused by medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes),
we recommend that you consult your physician before using the ventilated
front seat.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■The fan is located underneath the front seat cushion. Do not place any ob-
jects in this area - it may damage the fan.■
Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 178, Seat covers .
Note
■
The ventilation should only be switched on when the engine is running. This
has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity.■
We do not recommend using the front seat ventilation and heating at the
same time. Using the ventilation to cool the seat surface considerably reduces
the heating capacity, at the same time affecting the ability of the control unit
to detect the right seat surface temperature.
84Operation

›Grasp the ashtray insert B
» Fig. 85 in the area marked with the arrows and
remove it in the direction of the arrow 2.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
Note
The ashtrays are fitted with an interior light which lights up when the parking
light is on.
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 86
Boot: Superb / Superb Combi socket
Read and observe
on page 87 first.
The 12-volt power socket (hereinafter referred to only as a socket) is located in
the front center console
A
» Fig. 84 on page 89 in the rear center console
B
» Fig. 84 on page 89 and in the luggage compartment » Fig. 86.
Use
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter » Fig. 84 on
page 89 or open the cover for the power socket » Fig. 86.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The power socket and any connected appliances can also be operated when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
Storage compartment under the armrest, front
Fig. 87
Armrest: Stowage compartment
Read and observe on page 87 first.
Opening
›
Pull and open the cover of the armrest using the handle
A
in the direction of
the arrow » Fig. 87. 
90Operation

Removable light (Superb Combi)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Use light
101
Changing rechargeable light batteries
101
A removable lamp is fitted on the left side of the boot. This lamp has two func-
tions.
› Lighting the luggage compartment - part
B

» Fig. 109 on page 101 illumina-
ted (lamp in holder).
› Portable lamp - part
C
illuminated (lamp removed from the holder).
If the lamp is in the holder, it is automatically switched on when the tailgate is
opened and switched off again when the tailgate is closed.
The lamp is supplied by three rechargeable type AAA batteries. The rechargea-
ble batteries are constantly charged when the engine is running. It takes ap-
prox. 3 hours to fully charge the rechargeable batteries.
The lamp is fitted with magnets. Therefore it is possible to attach the lamp, for example on the vehicle body, after removing it.
CAUTION
The removable lamp is not watertight and must therefore be protected against
moisture.
Note
■ If the lamp is not correctly inserted into the holder, it does not light up when
the boot lid is opened and the rechargeable batteries are not charged.■
If the lamp is not switched off and it is correctly inserted in the holder, the
bulbs in the front part
C
» Fig. 109 on page 101 of the lamp are automatically
switched off.
Use lightFig. 109
Use light / remove light
Read and observe
on page 101 first.
Use light
›
If you press button
A
» Fig. 109 once, the lamp lights up with 100 % light
intensity.
›
If you press button
A
again, the lamp lights up with 50 % light intensity.
›
Press
A
button once again - the light goes out.
Remove the lamp from the holder
›
Grasp the lamp in the areas of the arrows
D
» Fig. 109 and swivel it in the
direction of the arrow
E
.
Reinserting the lamp the holder
›
First of all place the deactivated lamp in the holder on the side facing the
boot lid and then press on the lamp from the other side until it is clicks into
place.
Changing rechargeable light batteries
Read and observe
on page 101 first.
Proceed as follows if you wish to replace the faulty rechargeable batteries
yourself:
›
Remove the lamp.
›
Lever off the cover for the rechargeable batteries with a narrow and pointed
object from the location of the lock-off clips
F
» Fig. 109 on page 101 .
›
Remove the faulty rechargeable batteries from the lamp.
›
Insert the new rechargeable batteries. 
101Seats and useful equipment

Air conditioning system
Heating, ventilation, cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlets
108
Using the air conditioning system economically
109
Operational problems
110
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect.
Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode for the air-con-
ditioning system » page 112 or for Climatronic » page 115.
WARNINGFor your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about
how to correctly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to de-
mist and defrost the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free (e.g. of ice, snow or
leaves) to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
Note■ The exhaust air streams out through vents at the rear of the luggage com-
partment.■
We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating
air mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from
the interior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air condition-
ing system. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning sys-
tem is operating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and
expense (replacement of compressor).
Air outlets
Fig. 122
Air vents at the front 
108Operation

Fig. 123
Air vents at the rear
Read and observe
and on page 108 first.
Unwarmed or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents according
to the setting of control dial and the outside atmospheric conditions.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 2,
3 » Fig. 122 and 5 » Fig. 123 - the outlets can be opened and closed individually.
Set the air flow direction
›
To adjust the height of the air flow, turn the horizontal vanes up or down
with the movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 122 » Fig. 123 .
›
To change the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 122 or » Fig. 123 to the left or right.
Setting the amount of airflow
›
Turn the knob
B
» Fig. 122 and » Fig. 123 to position
 to fully open the air
outlet.
›
Turn the knob
B
» Fig. 122 and » Fig. 123 to position 0 to close the air outlet.
The knob can be adjusted to any position in between.
An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air
outletSetting the direction of the air outletActive air outlet vents1, 21, 2, 4, 6 2, 3, 54, 6
Note
Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Using the air conditioning system economically
Read and observe
and on page 108 first.
The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the engine
when in cooling mode which will effect 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.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 146, Eco-
nomical driving and environmental sustainability .109Air conditioning system

Operational problemsRead and observe
and on page 108 first.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5
°C, there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 215 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because
the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 29.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning system)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
110
adjusting
112
Recirculated air mode
112
The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 110.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The blower switch is switched on (positions 1-4).
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow out of
the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
If the desired interior temperature can also be achieved without activating the
cooling system, fresh air mode should be selected.
The cooling system is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to
provide cooling at a high load of the engine.
CAUTION
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when get-
ting out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold.Note■ We recommend that you have the air conditioning system cleaned by a spe-
cialist garage once every year.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
Control elements
Fig. 124
The air conditioning system: Control elements
Read and observe
on page 110 first.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 124 :
Set the temperature (turn to the left to reduce the temperature: turn to
the right to increase temperature)
Set the blower stage (stage 0: Blowers, level 4: the highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 108
Switch the cooling system on/off
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 73
Aux. heating on/off » page 116
Switch recirculation on/off » page 112
Control the seat heater on the front left seat » page 83
Control the seat heater on the front right seat » page 83
ABC110Operation

Climatronic (automatic air conditioning system)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
113
automatic mode
114
Switching the cooling system on/off
114
Setting the temperature
114
Recirculation mode - Version 1
115
Recirculation mode - Version 2
115
Controlling blower
116
Defrosting windscreen
116
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the
temperature of the outflowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to al-
ter the settings manually.
The cooling system operates only if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 110.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The cooling system is switched off at a high coolant temperature in order to
provide cooling at a high load of the engine.
Aeration of the vehicle when ignition is switched off
On models fitted with power sliding/tilting roof with sollar cells, the fresh air
blower is automatically switched over to “solar mode” if the sun ray's are suffi- cient after switching off the ignition. The solar cells on the sliding/tilting roof
deliver power for the fresh air blower. This supplies the interior of the car with
fresh air.
For an optimum ventilation, the air outlet vents 2 and 3 must be
opened » Fig. 122 on page 108 .
The ventilation functions only when the sliding/tilting roof is fully closed.
Note■ We recommend that you have Climatronic cleaned by a specialist garage
once every year.■
During operation of the Climatronic, an increase in engine idle speed can oc-
cur under certain circumstances in order to ensure adequate heating comfort.
■
On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted radio or radio navigation system,
the Climatronic information is also shown on their displays. This function can
be switched off, see » operating instructions for the radio or navigation sys-
tem .
Control elements
Fig. 125
Climatronic: Control elements
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 125 :
Adjust the temperature for the left side » page 114
Adjust the blower speed 
» page 116
depending on equipment:
› 
Aux. heating on/off
» page 117
› 
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
» page 73
Adjust the temperature for the right side » page 114
Interior temperature sensor
depending on equipment:
› 
Recirculation mode
with air quality sensor on/off » page 115, Recir-
culation mode - Version 1
› 
Recirculation mode
without air quality sensor on/off » page 115, Re-
circulation mode - Version 2 
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