rear SKODA SUPERB 2016 3.G / (B8/3V) Owner's Guide
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Brake linings38 Fuel reserve38
Lane Departure Warning (Lane Assist)
38
Turn signal system
38
Trailer turn signal lights
38
Fog lights
38
Speed regulating system / speed limiter
38
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
38
Auto Hold function
39
Main beam
39
Automatic gearbox
39
Rear seat belt warning light
39
Generator
39
Coolant
39
Engine oil pressure
40
Engine oil level
40
AdBlue ®
40
Lamp failure
41
Diesel particle filter (diesel)
41
Windscreen washer fluid level
41
Headlight assistant
41
START-STOPsystem
41
Display - a low temperature
42
Water in the fuel filter (diesel)
42
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
42
Distance warning (Front Assist)
42
front Assist
42
Economy mode
42
Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)
42
Service
42
The warning lights in the instrument cluster 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.
The warning lights are located at the following positions in the instrument
cluster » Fig. 18 on page 32 .
▶ Engine revolutions counter 1
▶Display
2
▶Speedometer
3
▶Bar with warning lights
5
Warning lights in the display
Depending on the importance the warning light
(danger) or
(warning) illu-
minate along with some of the warning lights in the list with the warning
lights.
Depending on vehicle equipment, some warning lights can be displayed in col-
our on the display. For example. the coolant warning lamp may be represented
as follows.
▶ - Segment display / monochromatic (“black and white”) MAXI DOT display
▶ - Coloured MAXI DOT display
WARNING■
Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions
in the display of the instrument cluster 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 switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 70. Place the warning triangle at the prescribed dis-
tance.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warnings
» page 268 .
Parking brake
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
illuminates - the parking brake is switched on.
Parking brake error
Illumi-
nates
Error: electronic parking brakePARKING BRAKE FAILURE
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
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▶You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Stabilisation control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
If the warning light comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons. ▶ Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the TCS is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er- ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
For more information on the ESC system » page 213 or TCS system
» page 214 .
Traction control (TCS) disabled
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
illuminates – the TCS system is disabled.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – there is an ABS fault.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.WARNING■ If warning light illuminates simultaneously with warning light
» page 35 , Brake system , stop driving! Seek help from a specialist ga-
rage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – the rear fog light is switched on.
Emission control system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Preheating unit (diesel)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
flashes – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light does not come
on or illuminates continuously.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
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Auto Hold functionRead and observe
on page 34 first.
illuminates - the Auto Hold function is activated.
For more information about the Auto-Hold Function » page 204.
Main beam
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – the main beam or the headlight flasher is switched on.
Automatic gearbox
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Gearbox overheated
The warning light is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.
Illumi-
nates
Gearbox overheated. You can drive on.GEARBOX OVERHEATED
Transmission overheated. You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution.
Illumi-
nates
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Log book!STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT
▶
Do not drive the vehicle! Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
You can continue your journey as soon as the warning light disappears.
▶ If the warning light does not go off,
stop driving! Seek help from a special-
ist garage.
Transmission problem
The warning light is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.
Illumi-
nates
Gearbox faulty. Stop the vehicle safely!GEARBOX FAULTY WORKSHOP Illumi-
nates
Gearbox in emergency mode. No reverse gear.GEARBOX ERROR REV_ GEAR NOT AVAIL Illumi-
nates
Error: gearbox. Speed is limited.GEARBOX ERROR▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Rear seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – a rear seat belt is not fastened.
lights up – a rear seat belt is fastened.
When the seat belt is fastened/unfastened, the particular light lights up briefly
and indicates the current belt status!
Generator
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
CAUTION
If in addition to the light
the light lights up while driving, stop driving -
There is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance
from a specialist garage.
Coolant
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
Coolant level too low
Illumi-
nates
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK Log book!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and let it cool.
▶ Check the coolant level » page 272.
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light lights
up again, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light lights up
again,
stop driving!
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
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▶Front Assist
▶ Lane Assist
▶ Rear Traffic Alert
▶ Assist system for blind spot monitoring
Service interval display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
49
Service messages
49
Resetting the service interval display
49
The service interval display shows the kilometres or days until the next service
event.
Information regarding the service intervals » page 258.
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
Fig. 30
Button in the instrument cluster
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
A
» Fig. 30 until the
Service
menu item is shown in
the display.
›
Release the button
A
.
In the display, the symbol appears for 4 seconds along with the following
message for the kilometres or days to the next service appointment.
The information regarding the remaining kilometres and days until the next service can also be displayed in Infotainment by tapping
→
→
ServiceService messages
Messages before reaching the scheduled service date
Before the next service date has been reached, the symbol
as well as a mes-
sage about the mileage or days until the next service event appears in the dis-
play after switching on the ignition.
Messages upon reaching scheduled service date
Once the service interval is reached, the symbol
appears in the display after
the ignition is switched on, together with the message:
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 in a specialist garage, the values of the new service interval are dis-
played, 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.
Personalisation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
50
Overview of some of the personalisation functions
50
Setting the personalisation
50
Thanks to the personalisation, more drivers have the opportunity to use a ve-
hicle with individually set system functions by means of a user account which
is assigned to the respective vehicle key.
WARNINGMake all adjustments when the vehicle is stationary - otherwise there is
the risk of accident!49Information system
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Open / close doorFig. 37
Door handle/door opening lever
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
›
To open from the outside , unlock the vehicle and pull the door handle
A
in
the direction of arrow » Fig. 37.
›
To open from inside , pull on the door opening lever
B
and push the door
away from you.
›
To close from inside , grip the handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■
The door must be closed properly, otherwise it could open whilst driving -
risk of death!■
Only open and close the door when no one is located in the opening/clos-
ing range – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - it can be fatal!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on an incline – risk of injury!
Note
On vehicles with door warning lights, these illuminate after the door is opened.Child safety lockFig. 38
Rear door: Parental settings on / off
Read and observe
and on page 54 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.
Manually operated parental settings
›
To turn on the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position
» Fig. 38 .
›
To switch off , turn the parental control with the vehicle key in position
.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 54 first.
Synchronising the remote control
If the buttons on the remote control key have been operated several times be-
yond the effective range of the system or the battery in the remote control key
has been replaced and the vehicle cannot be unlocked using the remote con-
trol, the key must be synchronised.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light 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.
A fault in the central locking system means the vehicle doors and the boot lid
cannot be emergency locked or emergency unlocked » page 292.
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CAUTIONThe opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the in-
terior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the
glasses storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehi-
cle.
Manually operated tailgate
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Open/close boot lid
59
Setting the delayed locking of the boot lid
59WARNING■ Never drive with the boot lid open or ajar, as otherwise exhaust gases
may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the lid. Otherwise,
the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the lid was
locked – risk of accident!
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the boot lid, it could crack
– risk of injury!
Open/close boot lid
Fig. 40
Opening / closing tailgate
Read and observe on page 59 first.›
To open the lid, press button
A
in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 40 .
›
Raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
To close , grab the mount
B
and pull in the direction of arrow
3
.
Note
ButtonA » Fig. 40 is disabled when starting off or driving at a speed of over 5
km/h. The button is activated again after the vehicle has stopped and a door is
opened.
Setting the delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the button on the key, the lid is automatical-
ly locked again after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically.
Electric boot lid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description of operation
60
Set the top position of the lid
61
Malfunctions
61
Operate boot lid contactless
61
The boot lid (hereinafter as lid) can be operated electrically and manual in the
event of an emergency » page 61.
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›To
open/close , move one foot in the sensor area below the rear bumper
quickly in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 42.
The brake light in the rear window illuminates and the lid opens/closes auto-
matically. An acoustic signal is sounded when opening/closing the lid.
If the lid does not move, then repeat the operating process after a few sec-
onds.
The lid movement can be stopped by a rapid swinging of the foot. Swinging
the foot again will continue the lid movement.
The function can be activated / deactivated in Infotainment in the menu
→
→
Opening and closing
.
We recommend that the function is deactivated in the following cases:
▶ Installation of a roof rack.
▶ Connecting a trailer (accessory) to the towbar.
▶ Manual vehicle wash.
▶ Maintenance and repair work in the back of the vehicle.
When connecting a device to the trailer socket the deactivation of the function
takes place.
Note
With heavy rain or a dirty rear bumper, under certain circumstances that there
may be limitations, or the automatic deactivation of the contactless opening
function of the boot lid may occur.
Window operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Open / close Window
62
Force limiter
63
Window convenience operation
63
Malfunctions
64
The windows in the doors can be operated electrically using the buttons on
the doors.
WARNING■ Always close the window carefully and controlled. Doing so may may
cause yourself or fellow passengers considerable crushing injuries.■
The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 63. If there is an obstacle
(e.g. In the event of a body part becoming trapped) the closing process is
stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres. However, the
windows should be closed carefully – risk of injury.
CAUTION
■ Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric
power windows.■
Always close the windows before disconnecting the battery.
Note
If the windows are opened, dust and other dirt can get into the vehicle and the
wind noise is more at certain speeds.
Open / close Window
Fig. 43
Buttons for window lifter
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
All windows can be operated from the driver's seat. The window in the front
passenger door and the windows in the rear doors are operated via the button
in each door.
Electric window buttons » Fig. 43
Front door left
Front door right
Rear door, left
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Rear door, right
Deactivate/activate the buttons in the rear doors (the deactivation may be
advantageous if, for example, children are transported on the rear seats)
Open/close window›
To open , lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the win-
dow has moved into the desired position.
›
or: press the button to the stop, the window automatically opens fully. Re-
newed pressing of the button causes the window to stop.
›
To close , pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold
until the window has moved into the desired position.
›
or: pull the button briefly to the stop, the window automatically closes fully.
Renewed pulling of the button causes the window to stop immediately.
Disable / enable buttons in the rear doors
›
To deactivate/activate the buttons in the rear doors, press the
E
button. If
the buttons in the rear doors are deactivated, the warning light illumi-
nates in the
E
button.
Note
■ After switching off the ignition, the windows can still open and close for
about 10 minutes.■
After the driver or front passenger door is opened, the operation of the win-
dow is only possible with the button
A
» Fig. 43 , in which case this is pressed
or pulled for approx. 2 seconds.
Force limiter
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
The electrical power windows are fitted with a force limiter.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes
down by several centimetres.
If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec-
onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down
by several centimetres.
If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window be-
ing moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet
been removed, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not
possible to automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched
on.
DEThe force limiter is only not operational if you attempt to close the window
again within the next 10 seconds – the window will now close with full force!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
Window convenience operation
Read and observe
and on page 62 first.
The convenience operation for the window offers the option to open/close all
the windows at once (or only the window in the driver's door). The functions of
the comfort operation can be individually adjusted in infotainment in the
→
→
Opening and closing
menu.
Opening
›
Press and hold the button on the key.
›
Or
Switch off the ignition, open the driver's door and hold the key
A
until it
stops in the open position » Fig. 43 on page 62 .
Closing
›
Press and hold the button on the key.
›
Or
Switch off the ignition, open the driver's door and hold the key
A
until it
stops in the closed position » Fig. 43 on page 62 .
›
In the KESSY system, hold your finger on the sensor on the outside of the
door handle of the front door » Fig. 35 on page 55 .
The convenience operation will only function correctly if all the windows auto-
matically open/close properly.
Convenience opening or closing the window using the key in the driver's door
locking cylinder is only possible within 45 seconds of locking the vehicle.
The movement of the window is stopped immediately when the respective
button is released.
Note
The settings for the window convenience operation are stored (depending on
the Infotainment type) in the active user account personalisation » page 49.63Unlocking and opening
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Activating operation of the sunshadeRead and observe
and on page 64 first.
If the operation of sunshade is deactivated (e.g. after disconnecting and con-
necting the battery), then the operation will have to be activated.
›
Switch on the ignition, press and hold the
» Fig. 47 on page 65 button.
The sunshade opens and closes again after around 10 seconds.
›
Release the button.
Lights and visibility
Light
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the lights
67
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
67
Turn signal and main beam
68
Automatic driving light control
68
Xenon headlight
69
Fog lights/rear fog light
69
Fog lights with CORNER function
70
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
70
Hazard warning light system
70
Parking light
70
Entry space lighting
71
Driving abroad
71
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched on.
WARNINGThe automatic driving lamp control only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the lights and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the prevailing light condi-
tions.
Note
The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the light is switched on, the
light-emitting surface demists after a short period of time.66Using the system
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Operating the lightsFig. 48
Light switch
Read and observe on page 66 first.
To switch the light function on / off, switch
A
» Fig. 48 should be turned to
one of the following positions (depending on equipment fitted).
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Switching lights on/off automatically » page 68
Switching on the parking lights or parking lights on both sides » page 70
Switching on the low beam
Headlight range control of the Halogen headlights
›
The headlight range can be adjusted in infotainment in the menu
→
→
light
→
Headlight range control
(If required
Light Assist
- depending on the info-
tainment type).
Depending on the load of the vehicle, the headlight beam of the Halogen
headlights can be set to the following basic settings.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
Depending on the load of the vehicle, the positions .
.
can also be set.
The Xenon headlights feature no manual headlight range control. After
switching on the ignition, adjust these automatically to the load and driving
condition of the vehicle.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight range control to comply with the following
conditions and prevent accidents.■
The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.
■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ If, with a dipped beam, the ignition is turned off, then the dipped beam will
automatically switch off 1)
and the parking lights will come on. The parking
lights are switched off when the ignition key is removed (for vehicles with the
KESSY system, after opening the driver's door).■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 66 first.
The daytime running lights illuminate the area in front of and to the rear of thevehicle (only applicable for some countries).
The lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met. The light switch is in the position
or
.
The ignition is switched on.
WARNINGAlways switch on the low beam when visibility is poor.
Note
The light can operate automatically under certain circumstances, even if the
light switch is in position .1)
Does not apply to the position , as long as the conditions are met for the COMING HOME function
» page 70 .
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