tow SKODA SUPERB 2015 3.G / (B8/3V) Owner's Guide

CAUTIONIf you want to stow the roll-up luggage compartment cover and the multifunc-
tion tray at the same time , then it is necessary that the rear part of the roll-up
luggage compartment is covering the multifunction tray.
Side storage compartment and trays
Fig. 138
Side shelf removal / open side pocket
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
Located at the two sides of the luggage compartment, depending on vehicle equipment are side trays » Fig. 138 - 
or lockable side compartments
» Fig. 138 - 
.
The space behind the tray and in the tray is provided for storing small objects
up to a total weight of 2.5 kg.
Side shelf removing / Inserting
›
Take out the tray in the direction of arrow » Fig. 138 - 
.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
Open side compartment
›
Pull the handle to position
1
» Fig. 138 - 
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
2
.
The tray can be removed.
Close side compartment
›
Close the tray in the opposite direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 138 - 
.
CAUTION■
When using the side tray, take care not to damage it or the luggage compart-
ment lining.■
Only use the lockable side trays for storing smaller items, which do not
project out - there is a risk of damaging the trays.
Cargo element
Fig. 139
Removing cargo elements: variant 1 / variant 2
Fig. 140
Removing cargo elements : variant 3 / securing cargo using the
cargo elements
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
The Cargo elements are equipment-dependent and are on the two sides of the
luggage compartment on the side trays or just in one of the lockable side com-
partments.
The cargo element is designed for attaching and securing objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg. 
112Using the system

Usage of Cargo elements›Open the storage compartment » Fig. 138 on page 112 -  .›
Remove the cargo elements in direction of arrow » Fig. 139 or » Fig. 140 - 
.
›
Attach the Cargo elements with Velcro as close as possible to the rear seats
on the floor of the luggage compartment » Fig. 140 - 
or attach to the fabric
side of the double-sided floor covering.
Storage compartments under the floor covering
Fig. 141
Variant 1: Lifting the floor covering / Storage compartments
Fig. 142
Variant 2: Lifting the floor covering / Storage compartments
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
The storage compartments
B
» Fig. 141 or » Fig. 142 are located under the
floor covering of the luggage compartment in vehicles without a spare wheel.
Every storage compartment
B
is designed for storing small objects of up to 15
kg. in weight in total.
Transport of cargo - Version 1›Remove the fog floor covering in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 141.›
Fix the flooring with the loop
A
to the hook on the cargo cover or fold up in
the direction of the arrow.
›
Stow the cargo in the storage compartment.
›
Remove the flooring from the hook or fold back against the direction of the
arrow.
When transporting higher items in the trays
B
, the flooring must be flipped
forward, i.e. it must be attached to the hook of the luggage compartment cov-
er.
Transport of cargo - Version 2
›
Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor » page 116.
›
Remove the fog floor covering in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 142.
›
Fix the hook
C
to the top edge of the variable loading floor.
›
Stow the cargo in the storage compartment.
›
Unhook the hook
C
and fold back the flooring opposite to the arrow.
When transporting high objects in the trays
B
the hook
C
must be hooked
onto the top edge of the variable loading floor.
CAUTION
■ The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the storage
compartments. ■Do not stored any sharp objects in the storage compartments.
■ Do not place any point-pressure in the storage compartment.
■ Carefully place the items in the storage compartments.■
Before closing the boot lid check that the flooring is not attached to the
hook with the loop
A
» Fig. 141 - there is a risk of damaging the hook.
■
Before closing the boot lid check that the cargo transported in the storage
compartments does not strike against the boot lid - there is a risk of damage
to the lid.
113Transporting and practical equipment

Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment (Estate)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Positions of the variable loading floor
115
Fold up variable loading floor
115
Dividing the luggage compartment
116
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. For the
transport of heavy loads, adjust the variable loading floor in the lower position
» Fig. 146 on page 115 .
Positions of the variable loading floor
Fig. 145
Set variable loading floor to the upper position / variable loading
floor in the upper position
Fig. 146
Set variable loading floor to the lower position / variable loading
floor in the lower position
The variable loading floor can be set to the upper or lower position.
Set to the upper position›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle
A
» Fig. 145 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor about 20 cm, pull it to yourself and raise it in
the direction of the arrow
1
to the level of the roll-up luggage compartment
cover until it clicks.
After an audible click, the variable loading floor can be stowed in the upper po-
sition by pushing it forward.
The space available below the variable loading floor can be used for stowing
objects such as the removed roll-up luggage compartment cover » page 109,
the multi-function sensor » page 111 etc.
Set into the lower position
›
Check that there are no objects in the space under the variable loading floor.
›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle
A
» Fig. 146 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor about 10 cm in the direction of the arrow
2
and pull it back in the direction of the arrow
3
.
The variable loading floor moves automatically to the lower position where it
can be stored by pressing it forward.
Fold up variable loading floor
Fig. 147
Fold up variable loading floor / folded variable cargo floor in the
upper position
The variable loading floor can be folded up in both the lower and the upper po-
sition.
›
Grasp the rear of the variable loading floor by the handle
A
» Fig. 147 and lift
in the direction of the arrow
1
. 
115Transporting and practical equipment

Problems starting the engineFig. 163
Engine start - hold key on button
Read and observe and on page 128 first.
The key in the vehicle cannot be verified
If the key in the vehicle cannot be verified, then engine cannot be started by pressing a button.
On of the following messages is shown in the instrument cluster display.
Key not detected. Owner's manual!Key not found.NO KEY
The reasons for this may be as follows.
▶ The battery in the key is almost out of charge.
▶ The key is malfunctioning.
▶ There is interference in the signal between the system and the key (strong
electromagnetic field).
Try to start the engine by pressing the button and then holding the key via the
button » Fig. 163 .
System fault
If the following message appears on the display of the instrument cluster
there is a system malfunction.
Keyless access system faulty.KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM FAULTY
Try to start the engine by pressing the button and then holding the key via the
button » Fig. 163 .
CAUTIONThe key can only be verified if it is in the vehicle. It is therefore not always nec-
essary to know where the key is.
Note
■ With a start attempt the rear must be pointed towards the button » Fig. 163.■If the engine does not start, the help of a specialist garage is required.
START-STOPsystem
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
131
Manually deactivating/activating the system
132
Information messages
132
The START-STOPsystem (hereinafter referred to as the system) reduces
CO 2emissions and harmful emissions, and saves fuel.
If the system determine that the engine is not needed when the vehicle stops
or is at a standstill (e.g. at the traffic lights), it turns off the engine and starts it
again when moving off.
The system function depends on many factors. Some of them are down to the
driver, while others are systemic and can neither be influenced nor identified.
For this reason, the system may react differently in situations which seem
identical from the driver's perspective.
The system is automatically activated every time the ignition is switched on
(even when it has previously been manually deactivated with the 
button).
Note
If the engine has stopped due to the system, the ignition remains switched on.130Driving

Manually deactivating/activating the systemFig. 165
Button for the START-STOP sys-
tem
Deactivating/activating
›
Press the symbol key 
» Fig. 165 .
When system is deactivated, the warning light in the button illuminates.
If the system is deactivated, it will be reactivated automatically after the igni-
tion has been switched off and on.
Note
■ If the system is deactivated when the engine is turned off automatically,
then the automatic start process takes place.■
Selecting the driving mode Eco when the system is deactivated will automat-
ically activate the system » page 171, Selection of the driving mode(Driving
Mode Selection) .
Information messages
The warning symbols are shown in the instrument cluster display.
Start the engine manually!START MANUALLY
If for example the driver's seat belt is stored, the engine must be started man-
ually.
On vehicles with the starter button the ignition is turned off by the first press
of the start button, only after pressing for the second time is the start process
initiated.
Error: start-stop systemSTART STOP ERROR
A system error is present. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Brakes and parking
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information on braking
132
Electric parking brake
133
Parking
134WARNING■ Greater physical effort is required for braking when the engine is switch-
ed off – risk of accident!■
During the braking procedure on a vehicle with manual transmission,
when the vehicle is in gear and at low revs, press the clutch pedal. Other-
wise, the functionality of the brake system may be impaired – risk of acci-
dent!
■
When leaving the vehicle never leave persons leave unattended in the
vehicle who could release the brake. The vehicle could then start to move –
risk of accident!
■
Observe the recommendations on the new brake pads » page 139, New
brake pads .
CAUTION
Never let the brakes slip with light pressure on the pedal if braking is not nec-
essary. This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer brak-
ing distance and excessive wear.
Information on braking
Read and observe
and on page 132 first.
Wear-and-tear
The wear of the brake pads is dependent on the operating conditions and driv-
ing style.
The brake pads wear more quickly if a lot of journeys are completed in towns
and over short distances or if a very sporty style of driving is adopted.
If operated under severe conditions , the thickness of the brake pads must be
checked by a specialist garage between service appointments as well. 
132Driving

Selector lever lockFig. 170
Shift lock button
Read and observe and on page 135 first.
The selector lever is locked in mode P and N to prevent that the forward driv-
ing is selected accidentally, thereby setting the vehicle in motion.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds
up to 5 km/h.
The selector lever lock is indicated by the illumination of the warning  light.
The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving across the position N
(e.g. from R to D/S ). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck,
e.g. in a bank of snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in posi-
tion N for more than approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being de-
pressed.
Releasing selector lever from mode P or N (selector lever lock)
›
Press the brake pedal and the lock button at the same time in the direction
of
1
» Fig. 170 .
Just depress the brake pedal, if you would like to change from the mode N to
D/S .
Defective selector lever lock
If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted (e.g. dis-
charged vehicle battery, faulty fuse), the selector lever can no longer be moved
out of position P in the normal manner and the vehicle can no longer be driven.
The selector lever must be unlocked specially » page 237.
Note
If you want to move the selector lever from mode P to mode D/S or vice versa,
move the selector lever quickly. This prevents that you accidentally select
mode R or N.Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic)Fig. 171
Selector lever/multi function steering wheel
Read and observe
and on page 135 first.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears with the selector lev-
er or multifunction steering wheel. This mode can be selected both while stop-
ping and while driving.
The currently selected gear is indicated in the display » Fig. 169 on page 136 .
The gear shift indicator should be observed when changing gear » page 42.
Switching to manual shifting
›
Push the gear selector from position D/S towards the right, or left in a right-
hand drive vehicle.
When switching to the manual shifting while driving, the current gear is main-
tained.
Shifting up gears
›
Push the selector lever forwards
+
» Fig. 171 .
›
Pull the paddle +
» Fig. 171 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Shifting down gears
›
Push the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 171 .
›
Pull the paddle -
» Fig. 171 briefly towards the steering wheel.
Temporarily switching to manual shifting in position D/S
›
Pull one of the -/+ paddles
» Fig. 171 briefly towards the steering wheel .
Manual gear shifting is deactivated if more than 1 minute passes after either of
the -
/+ paddles was pulled. The temporary switch to manual gear shifting can
also be deactivated by pulling the + paddle towards the steering wheel for
more than 1 second. 
137Starting-off and Driving

Note■It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual
shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and
hence the wear of the brakes » page 132.■
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached.
■
If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no
risk of the engine over revving.
Starting-off and driving
Read and observe
and on page 135 first.
Starting off
›
Start the engine.
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Press the lock button in the direction of
1
» Fig. 170 on page 137 and hold.
›
Move the selector lever into the desired position » page 136 and then release
the lock button.
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Stopping (while the car is moving)
›
Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.
›
Keep holding the brake pedal until driving is resumed.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time, such as at a cross roads.
Kick down
The kick down function allows you to achieve the maximum acceleration of
your vehicle while driving.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the kick down function is activa-
ted in any forward driving mode.
The gearbox shifts down one or more gears depending on the vehicle speed
and engine speed, and the vehicle accelerates.
The gearbox does not shift up into the highest gear until the engine has
reached its maximum revolutions for this gear range.
Driving in neutral position in mode E (free-wheel)
›
Move the selector lever into the position D/S.
›Select the driving mode Eco or Individual (Drive - Eco)
» page 171, Selection
of the driving mode(Driving Mode Selection) .›
Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal (the speed is higher than 20
km/h).
The vehicle moves without the braking effect of the engine.
The gear is selected again automatically, when you briefly depress the acceler- ator brake pedal or pull the left rocker switch -
towards the steering wheel
» page 137 , Manual gear shifting (Tiptronic) .
This function is not available when towing a trailer or when another accessory
is connected to the trailer socket.
Launch control 1)
The launch control function allows the vehicle in mode S or Tiptronic to reach
its maximum acceleration when starting off.
›
Disable the TCS » page 143, Braking and stabilisation systems .
›
START STOP deactivate » page 132, Manually deactivating/activating the
system .
›
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal with your left foot.
›
Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot.
›
Release the brake pedal.
The vehicle starts off with maximum acceleration.
›
Reactivate the TCS and START STOP when the desired speed has been
reached.
WARNINGRapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control
of the vehicle – risk of accident!
Running-in and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Running-in
139
Tips for economical driving
139

1)
This function is only valid for some engines.
138Driving

The automatic brake interventions can take place only if the following condi-
tions are met.
There was a front, side and rear-end collision of a certain severity.
The impact speed was higher than approx. 10 km/h.
The brakes, the ESL and other required electrical systems remain function-
al after impact.
The accelerator pedal is not actuated.
Trailer stabilization system (TSA)
Read and observe
on page 144 first.
The TSA helps the combination stable in situations where the trailer sways
and then the whole trailer combination.
TSA brakes the individual wheels of the towing vehicle in order to damp the rocking motion of the entire vehicle combination.
The following conditions are required for the correct TSA function. The trailer was shipped from the factory or purchased from the ŠKODA
genuine accessories.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle via the trailer
socket.
The parking aid is activated.
The speed is higher than approx. 60 km/h.
Further information » page 184, Hitch and trailer .
Auto Hold function
Fig. 176
The Auto-Hold function button
Read and observe on page 144 first.
The Auto Hold function (hereinafter referred to only as system) prevents the
vehicle from rolling unintentionally when stopped. It is, for example, not nec-
essary to secure the vehicle with the brake pedal or parking brake at traffic
lights.
For the activation, deactivation and correct functioning of the system, the
following basic conditions are required.
The driver's door is closed.
The engine is running (or shut-down automatically by the START-STOP
system).
On vehicles with automatic transmission the selector lever is not in mode
N (in this mode, the system is not available).
Stopping and starting
When stopping the system prevents the vehicle from rolling away. The warn- ing light  illuminates in the instrument cluster. The brake pedal can be re-
leased.
The vehicle's brakes are released at the moment of stating off. The warning
light  in the instrument cluster goes out.
Should the vehicle start to roll away when starting on a downhill slope then
step on the accelerator or and turn on the parking brake.
If the vehicle is secured by the system and the driver's door is opened or the ignition is turned off, the vehicle is secured by the parking brake to prevent
unwanted movement.
In this case, the indicator light turns off  in the instrument cluster and the
warning light  illuminates.
Activation/deactivation
The activation and deactivation of the system is done by pressing the symbol
key 
» Fig. 176 .
When the system is activated, the symbol  illuminates.
After switching off and switching on the ignition system several times the sys-
tem remains either activated or deactivated depending on the last setting. 

146Driving

Fig. 178
Sampled areas and range of the
sensors
Read and observe and on page 147 first.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are, depending on vehicle
equipment, located in the back or in the front bumper » Fig. 177.
Depending on the equipment, the following system variants are possible
» Fig. 178 .
▶ Variant 1: warns of obstacles in the areas
C
,
D
.
▶ Variant 2: warns of obstacles in the areas
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
.
▶ Variant 3: warns of obstacles in the regions
A
,
B
,
C
,
D
,
E
.
Approximate range of sensors (in cm)
Area » Fig. 178Variant 1
(4 sensors)Version 2
(8 sensors)Variant 3
(12 sensors)A-120120B-6090C160160160D606090E--90
Audible signals
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm - danger
area. From this moment on do not continue driving!
The acoustic signals can be set in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotain-
ment , chapter CAR - Vehicle Settings .
Towing a trailer
When towing, or when another accessory is connected to the trailer socket on-
ly the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 178 are active in the system.
Note■
If with Version 3 vehicles not all fields around the vehicle are active after ac-
tivation the vehicle should be moved forwards or backwards.■
The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher
than for rear obstacle recognition.
Display in the Infotainment display
Fig. 179
Display
Read and observe and on page 147 first.
Function buttons and obstacle warning » Fig. 179ARoad display.  Depending on the Infotainment type: Switching off park assistant dis-
play.  Switching audible parking signals on/off.Change to rear-view camera display .Message: Look! Safe to move?Colour of an object detected in the collision area (the distance to the
obstacle is less than 30 cm). 
Do not continue driving in the direc-
tion of the obstacle!Colour of an object detected in the manoeuvring area (the distance to
the obstacle is more than 30 cm).Colour of an object detected in the outside the manoeuvring area (the
distance to the obstacle is more than 30 cm).System failure (there is no indication of obstacles).
Road display
The roadway display varies depending on the steering angle
A
» Fig. 179 and
displays the roadway on which the vehicle would take with the current steer-
ing wheel position. 
148Driving

Activation / deactivationRead and observe
on page 150 first.
The activation or deactivation of the system can be carried out in one of twoways. ▶ In the instrument cluster display » page 48, Menu item
Assist systems
.
▶ Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle set-
tings .
After switching off and switching on the ignition system several times the sys-
tem remains either activated or deactivated depending on the last setting.
Information messages
Read and observe
on page 150 first.
The warning messages are available for both the Rear Traffic Alert and the as-
sist systems for “Blind spot monitoring” together and are displayed in the in-
strument cluster.
Rear Traffic Alert/ Blind Spot Monitor currently not avail.
The system is not available for an unknown reason.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again.
If after engine start the message persists, then the help of a professional or- ganisation is required.
Error: Rear Traffic Alert/ Blind Spot Monitor
A system error is present. Seek help from a specialist garage.
R. Traf. Alert/Blind Spt Mntr not avail. No sensor view.
The sensors are dirty or covered.
Stop the vehicle, stop the engine, clean the area in front of and around the
sensors or remove the obstructing item.
If, after the engine restarts, the message persists, the help of a professional
organisation should be sought.
Trailer: Rear Traf. Alert/Blind Spot Mntr not avail.
If the vehicle has a towing device, a trailer or any other accessory connected
that was done at the factors then the system is not available.
Rear View Camera
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
152
Activation / deactivation
152
Function keys
153
Guidelines and roadway
153
Mode - traverse parking
154
Mode - parallel parking
154
Mode - driving up to a trailer / distance monitoring
155
Mode - monitor the area behind the vehicle
155
The rear view camera (following as system) helps the driver when parking and
manoeuvring by displaying the area behind the vehicle in the Infotainment dis-
play (following as display).
There are four modes available for different situations during the park and ma-
noeuvring action.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 142, in section Introduction .■
The system detects obstacles. The display of the auxiliary boxes and lines
is independent of the actual vehicle environment. The driver must judge for
themselves whether the vehicle can park safely in the selected parking
space.
■
Make sure that the camera lens is not dirty or covered, otherwise the sys-
tem function can be significantly impaired. Information on cleaning
» page 197 , Camera lens
CAUTION
■
The camera lens distorts and enlarges the field of view of the difference in
eye sight. The display is therefore only of limited use for estimating distances
to following vehicles.■
Some items, such as thin columns, chain link fences or lattice may not be
represented adequately in terms of display resolution. 
151Assist systems