charging SKODA SUPERB 2014 2.G / (B6/3T) Owner's Manual

AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAHLAdaptive headlightsAGAutomatic gearboxAPNAccess Point Name - the name of an access point for the Wi-
Fi networkTCSTraction controlCO 2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven
kilometerDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlEUEuropean UnionFSIStratified petrol direct injectionGSMGroupe Spécial Mobile - a digital network of mobile devices
for the transmission of voice and dataHFPHands-free profile - connection 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 torqueAbbreviationDefinitionPINPersonal Identification Number - personal identification
number for the connection of electronic devices using Blue-
tooth ®
or WiFirSAPRemote SIM Access Profile - remote transmission of SIM da-
taSSPSimple Security Pairing - connection of two devices using
Bluetooth ®
profileTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection
systemTDI PDDiesel engine with injection system and unit injector injec-
tion systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injectionUMTSUniversal Mobile Telecommunication System - the next evo-
lution of the GSM network (3G)WLANWireless Local Area Network - wireless connection of elec-
tronic devices for data transfer (WiFi)5Abbreviations

Brake fluid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the brake fluid level
189
Changing
189WARNING■ 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 182.■
Do not continue your journey if the fluid level has fallen below the MIN
marking » Fig. 165 on page 189 , 
- there is a risk of an accident. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the paintwork of the vehicle.
Note
■ The brake fluid is changed as part of a compulsory inspection service.■We recommend using brake fluids from the ŠKODA Original Accessories
range.
Checking the brake fluid level
Fig. 165
Engine compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir
Read and observe and on page 189 first.
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 165.
›Switch off the engine.›Open the bonnet.›
Check the level of brake fluid in the reservoir
» Fig. 165.
The level must be between the “MIN” and “MAX” markings.
A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-
tear and automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid
level drops significantly within a short time or if it drops below the “MIN” mark-
ing.
If the brake fluid level is too low, this is shown by the indicator light

» page 33 ,
 Brake system
lighting up in the instrument cluster.
Changing
Read and observe
and on page 189 first.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Over time it therefore absorbs moisture from the
environment.
Excessive water in the brake fluid may be the cause of corrosion in the brake
system.
The water content lowers the boiling point of the brake fluid.
The brake fluid must comply with the following standards or specifications: › VW 50114;
› FMVSS 116 DOT4.
Vehicle battery

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Open cover
191
Checking the battery electrolyte level
191
Charging
192
Replace
192
Disconnecting or reconnecting
192
Automatic load deactivation
193

189Inspecting and replenishing

Warning symbols on the vehicle batterySymbolImportanceAlways wear eye protection.Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.Keep children away from the vehicle battery.WARNINGThere is risk of injuries, poisoning, chemical burns, explosions or fire when
working on the battery and on the electrical system. It is essential to com-
ply with the general applicable safety rules as well as the warning instruc-
tions outlined below.■
Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-
pendent, especially children.
■
Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the
battery vent openings. Protect your eyes by wearing safety goggles or a
face shield – risk of blindness!
■
Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling
the vehicle battery.
■
The battery acid is strongly corrosive and must, therefore, be handled
with the greatest of care.
■
Corrosive fumes in the air irritate the air passages and lead to conjunctivi-
tis and inflammation of the air passages in the lungs.
■
Battery acid corrodes dental enamel and, if it comes into contact with the
skin, causes deep wounds that take a long time to heal. Repeated contact
with diluted acids causes skin diseases (inflammations, ulcers, slin cracks).
■
If any battery acid comes into contact with your eyes, rinse the affected
eye immediately with clean water for several minutes and consult a doctor
immediately!
■
Splashes of acid on your skin or clothes should be neutralised as soon as
possible using soap suds and then rinsed with plenty of water. If you swal-
low battery acid, consult a doctor immediately!
WARNING■ It is prohibited to work with naked flames or lights.■It is prohibited to smoke or carry out any activities that produce sparks.■
Never use a damaged vehicle battery – risk of explosion!
■
Never charge a frozen or thawed vehicle battery – risk of explosion and
chemical burns!
■
Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
■
Never jump-start vehicle batteries with insufficient acid levels – risk of
explosion and chemical burns.
WARNING■ When you charge a battery, hydrogen is released, and a highly explosive
gas mixture is also produced. An explosion can be caused through sparkling
over during unclamping or loosening of the cable plug while the ignition is
on.■
Creating a bridge between the poles on the battery (e.g. with a metal ob-
ject or cable) creates a short circuit - risk of melting the lead bars, and risk
of explosion, battery fire and acid splashes.
■
Avoid creating sparks when working with cables and electrical devices.
Strong sparking represents a risk of injury.
■
Before carrying out any work on the electrical system, switch off the en-
gine, the ignition and all electrical components and disconnect the negative
terminal (-) on the battery.
CAUTION
Improper handling of the battery can lead to damage. We recommend having
all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a specialist garage.
CAUTION
■ The vehicle battery must only be disconnected if the ignition is switched off,
otherwise the vehicle's electrical system (electronic components) can be dam-
aged. When disconnecting the battery from the electrical system, first of all
disconnect the negative terminal (-) of the battery, and then the positive ter-
minal (+).■
When connecting the battery to the electrical system, first of all connect the
positive terminal (+) of the battery, and then the negative terminal (-). Under
no circumstances must the battery cables be connected incorrectly – risk of a
cable fire.
■
Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork – risk
of damage to the paintwork. 
190General Maintenance

■Do not place the battery in direct daylight in order to protect the vehicle bat-
tery housing from the effects of ultra-violet light.■
If the vehicle has not been driven for more than 3 to 4 weeks, the battery will
discharge. This is because certain electrical components consume electricity
(e. g. control units) also in idle state. Prevent the battery from discharging by
disconnecting the battery's negative terminal (-) or continuously charging the
battery with a very low charging current.
■
If the vehicle is frequently used for making short trips, the vehicle battery
will not have time to charge up sufficiently and may discharge.
For the sake of the environment
A vehicle battery that has been removed is a special type of hazardous waste.
These must be disposed of in accordance with national legal regulations.
Note
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
Open cover
Fig. 166
Engine compartment: Polyester cover of the vehicle battery/
plastic cover of the vehicle battery
Read and observe
and on page 190 first.
The battery is located in the engine compartment in a polyester cover
1
» Fig. 166 , in a plastic cover
2
» Fig. 166 or in the left side of the
boot » page 99 .
When working on the battery, the edge of the polyester battery cover
1
» Fig. 166 is inserted between the battery and the side wall of the battery
cover.
Battery in the engine compartment›Open the battery cover in the direction of the arrow 1 or press the interlock
on the side of the battery cover in the direction of the arrow 2
» Fig. 166 ,
fold the cover up and remove.
The battery cover is installed in reverse order.
Battery in the boot
The battery is located in the left side compartment with the symbol
 » page 99 .
Checking the battery electrolyte level
Fig. 167
Vehicle battery: Electrolyte level
indicator
Read and observe and on page 190 first.
On vehicles with a vehicle battery fitted with a colour indicator » Fig. 167, the
electrolyte level can be determined by looking at the change in colour.
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully knock on the indicator before carrying out the check.
› Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
› Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must
be replaced.
Vehicles with a START-STOP system are fitted with a battery control unit for
checking the energy level for the recurring engine start.
We recommend that you have the acid level checked regularly by a specialist
garage, especially in the following cases.
› High external temperatures.
› Longer day trips.
› After each charge. 
191Inspecting and replenishing

Winter time
The vehicle battery only has a proportion of the starting power in lower tem-
peratures. A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures
just below 0 °C .
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary,
recharged by a specialist garage before the start of the winter.
Note
■ The battery acid level is also checked regularly by a specialist garage as part
of the inspection service.■
For technical reasons, on vehicles with the description “AGM”, the electrolyte
level cannot be checked.
Charging
Read and observe
and on page 190 first.
A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine.
›
Switch off the ignition and all of the electrical components.
›
Only when performing a “quick-charge”, disconnect both battery cables (first
“negative”, then “positive”).
›
Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red =
“positive”, black = “negative”).
›
Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the
device.
›
After charging has been successful: Switch off the charger and remove the
mains cable from the power socket.
›
Only then disconnect the charger's terminal clamps.
›
Reconnect the cables to the battery (first “positive”, then “negative”).
It is not necessary to disconnect the cables of the battery if you recharge the
vehicle battery using low amperages (for example from a mini-charger). Refer
to the instructions of the charger manufacturer .
A charging current of 0.1 multiple of the total vehicle battery capacity (or low-
er) must be used until full charging is achieved.
It is necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery with high
amperages, known as “ rapid charging”.
The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging.
WARNING“Quick-charging” the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special
charger and specialist knowledge.
CAUTION
On vehicles with the START/STOP system, the pole terminal of the charger
must not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery,
but only to the engine earth » page 208, Jump-starting in vehicles with the
START-STOP system .
Note
We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries be rapid charged by a special-
ist garage.
Replace
Read and observe
and on page 190 first.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and
size as the original battery. Suitable vehicle battery types can be purchased
from a specialist garage.
We recommend having the battery replaced by a specialist garage, where the
new vehicle battery will be installed properly and the original battery will be
disposed of in accordance with national regulations.
Disconnecting or reconnecting
Read and observe
and on page 190 first.
On disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery the following functions
are initially deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free.
OperationOperating measureElectrical power window (operational faults)» page 62Panoramic sliding roof (operational faults)» page 214Enter the radio/navigation system code
number» User manual of the radio
or » user manual of the naviga-
tion system 192General Maintenance

OperationOperating measureSetting the clock» page 30Data in the multifunction display are de-
leted.» page 41
Note
We recommend having the vehicle checked by a specialist garage in order to
ensure full functionality of all electrical systems.
Automatic load deactivation
Read and observe
and on page 190 first.
The vehicle voltage control unit automatically prevents the battery from dis-
charging when the battery is put under high levels of strain. This manifests it-
self by the following.
› The idling speed is raised to allow the generator to deliver more electricity to
the electrical system.
› Where necessary, large convenience consumers such as seat heaters and
rear window heaters have their power limited or are shut off completely in
the event of an emergency.
CAUTION
■ Despite such intervention by the vehicle electric system management, the
vehicle battery may be drained. For example, when the ignition is switched on
a long time with the engine turned off or the side or parking lights are turned
on during longer parking.■
Consumers that are supplied via a 12-V power socket can cause the vehicle
battery to discharge when the ignition is switched off.
Note
Driving comfort is not impaired by consumers being deactivated. The driver is
often not aware of it having taken place.Wheels
Tyres and wheel rims
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Service life of tyres
194
New tyres
195
Unidirectional tyres
196
Tyre pressure monitor
196
Spare and temporary spare wheel
197
Full wheel trim
198
Wheel bolts
198
Wheel bolts
198WARNINGThe national legal regulations must be observed for the use of tyres.WARNINGInstructions for the use of tyres■For the first 500 km, new tyres do not yet provide optimum grip, and ap-
propriate care should therefore be taken when driving – risk of accident!■
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and
tread pattern on all four wheels.
■
For reasons of driving safety, do not replace tyres individually.
■
Never exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity for fitted
tyres – risk of accident!
■
Never exceed the maximum permissible speed for fitted tyres – risk of ac-
cident!
■
Incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear impairs handling – risk of
accident!
■
Unusual vibrations or pulling of the vehicle to one side could be a sign of
tyre damage. If there is any doubt that a wheel is damaged, immediately re-
duce your speed and stop! If no external damage is evident, drive slowly
and carefully to the nearest specialist garage to have the vehicle checked.
■
Only use tyres or wheel rims that have been approved by ŠKODA for your
model of vehicle. Failure to observe this instruction may impair the road
safety of your vehicle – risk of accident! 
193Wheels

Folding hook97
Non-closable side pocket (Superb Combi)100
Removable Light (Superb Combi)101
Roll-up boot cover (Superb Combi)99
Side compartment with battery100
Boot cover (Superb Combi)99
Boot lid55
automatic locking56
Warning light34
(Superb Combi)56
Brake Information messages
33
Warning light33
Brake booster141
Brake fluid189
Changing189
Checking189
Information messages33
Brake pads warning light
38
Brakes Brake assist systems
151
Brake booster141
Brake fluid189
Handbrake141
Running in145
Braking Information on braking
140
Breakdown kit205
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
162
Bulbs Replacing
219
Button in the driver's door Electric power windows
59
C
Car care
169
Car computer See multifunction display
41
Car park ticket holder87
Carrier106
Cavity protection176
CD changer133
Central locking48
Central locking button52
Changing Brake fluid
189
Engine oil187
Wheels201
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
202
Preliminary work202
Remove and attaching a wheel202
Charging a vehicle battery192
Check Fit ball head properly
165
Checking Battery electrolyte level
191
Brake fluid189
Coolant188
Engine oil186
Oil level186
Windscreen washer fluid184
Children and safety21
Child safety Side airbag
22
Child safety lock53
Child seat Classification
23
ISOFIX23
on the front passenger seat21
TOP TETHER24
Use of child seats23
Use of ISOFIX child seats24
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
174
Cigarette lighter89
Cleaning169
Alcantara178
Artificial leather178
cloths178
Covers of electrically heated seats178
Headlight lenses175
Natural leather177
Plastic parts174
Wheels176
Climatronic113
Air recirculation115
automatic mode114
Control elements113
Controlling blower116
Cooling system114
Defrosting windscreen116
Setting the temperature114
Clothes hook92
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
90
Ashtray89
Cigarette lighter89
General view27
Lighting71
Practical equipment86
Storage compartments86
Comfort control window
61
COMING HOME70
Compartments86
Computer See multifunction display
41
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
63
sliding / tilting roof (Superb Estate)65
convenience turn signal67
Coolant187
Checking188
Information messages34
Replenishing188
233Index

Door lock cylinders175
Headlight lenses175
High-pressure cleaner173
Plastic parts174
Polishing the paintwork174
Rubber seals174
Taking care of the interior176
Taking care of your vehicle exterior173
Washing172
Washing by hand172
Wash system173
Wax treatment174
Taking care of your vehicles Fabric covers
178
TCS Operation
152
Technical data224
Telephone122, 124
Temporary spare wheel197
Tilting roof see Electric sliding/tilting roof
62
Tiptronic143
Tools201
TOP TETHER24
Towing208
Towing a trailer163
Towing device Description
163
Drawbar load163
Use and care166
Towing eye Front
209
Rear210
Towing protection54
Traction Control System (TCS)152
Trailer163, 166
13-pin power socket167
driving with a trailer167
Loading166
Safety eye167
Trailer stabilisation168
Transport Luggage compartment
95
Roof rack system106
Transporting children safely21
TSA168
Turn signal67
Turn signal system Warning light
38
Twindoor see boot lid
55
Two-way radio systems119
Type plate224
Tyre inflation pressure Warning light
38
Tyre load-bearing capacity See Wheels
196
Tyre pressure monitor Setting
196
Tyre repair Check pressure
206
Preparations205
Sealing and inflating the tyre206
Tyres193
Inflation pressure194
New195
See Wheels195
Sizes194
Tyre wear indicator194
U
Umbrella Tray
93
Underbody protection176
Unleaded petrol150
Unlock Remote control
49
Vehicle key49
Unlocking Individual settings52
KESSY50
Unlocking and locking48
Useful equipment Ashtray
89
Car park ticket holder87
Cigarette lighter89
Clothes hook92
Cup holders88
Glasses storage box91
Removable ski bag95
Seat backrest with long-cargo channel94
Storage compartment in the front centre con- sole
88
Storage compartment on the driver's side87
Storage compartments in the doors88
Using the information system40
Using the selector lever142
V
Variable loading floor
102
Dividing the luggage compartment102
Remove102
slides off on aluminium rails103
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation
193
charging192
Checking the battery electrolyte level191
Cover191
Disconnecting and reconnecting192
Operation in winter191
Replace192
Safety instructions189
Vehicle care Alcantara
178
Artificial leather178
Cloths178
Vehicle Condition see Auto Check Control
31
240Index