roof SKODA SUPERB 2016 3.G / (B8/3V) Owner's Manual

Table of Contents
Liability for defects and ŠKODA Warranty for
new cars5
Printed Owner's Manual
7
Online Owner's Manual
8
Notes
9
Structure of the Owner´s Manual and further
information
10
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
12
General information
12
Correct and safe seated position
12
Seat belts
15
Using seat belts
15
Belt retractors and belt tensioners, reversible
seat belts
17
Airbag system
18
Description of the airbag system
18
Airbag deactivation
21
Transporting children safely
22
Child seat
22
Fastening systems
26
Using the system
Cockpit
31
Overview
30
Instruments and warning lights
32
Instrument cluster
32
Warning lights
33Information system43Driver information system43
Operation of the information system
45
Driving data (Multifunction display)
46
MAXI DOT display
48
Service interval display
49
Personalisation
49
SmartGate
51
Unlocking and opening
53
Unlocking and locking
53
Anti-theft alarm system
58
Manually operated tailgate
59
Electric boot lid
59
Window operation
62
Panoramic tilting / sliding sunroof
64
Lights and visibility
66
Light
66
Headlight Assist (Light Assist / Dynamic Light
Assist)
71
Interior lighting
72
Visibility
74
Windscreen wipers and washers
76
Rear view mirror
77
Seats and head restraints
80
Front seats
80
Rear seats
83
Headrests
84
Seat heating and ventilation
85
Heated steering wheel
86
Practical features
87
Interior equipment
87
Electrical sockets
96
Ashtray and cigarette lighter
98
Tablet holder
99Transport of cargo101Luggage compartment101
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
109
Net partition
111
Transportation on the roof rack
112
Heating and ventilation
113
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
113
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
118
Infotainment
Introductory information
121
Important information
121
Infotainment overview
122
Infotainment operation
125
Infotainment operation
125
Voice control
128
Software Infotainment update
131
Infotainment settings - Columbus, Amundsen,
Bolero
131
Infotainment system settings
131
Menu Settings Radio
134
Media menu settings
135
Image menu settings
135
Video DVD menu settings
135
TV tuner menu settings
135
Telephone menu settings
136
SmartLink menu settings
137
Navigation menu settings
137
Infotainment settings - Swing
139
Infotainment system settings
139
Radio menu settings
140
Media menu settings
141
Telephone menu settings
1412Table of Contents

Failure of the system KESSY
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the appropriate error message is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, a message appears in the display of
the instrument cluster referring to the need to replace the battery. Replace
the battery » page 290.
Anti-theft alarm system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Alarm trigger
58
Interior monitor and towing protection
58
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to as alarm).
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, it must be checked that all of the windows, doors
and the sliding/tilting roof are locked in order to ensure the full functionality of
the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
The alarm system has its own power source, service life of which is 5 years. In
order to ensure functionality of the alarm system, we recommend that you get
the alarm checked after this time by a specialist garage.
Alarm trigger
Read and observe
on page 58 first.
The alarm is triggered when one of the following unauthorised actions is acti-
vated on the vehicle with an activated warning system. ▶ Opening the bonnet.
▶ Opening the boot lid.
▶ Opening the doors.
▶ Manipulation of the ignition lock.
▶
Towing the vehicle.
▶ Movement in the vehicle.
▶ Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system.
▶ Uncoupling the trailer.
An alarm is triggered also when the driver's door is unlocked and opened by
the lock cylinder.
The alarm is switched off by pressing the 
button on the key or switching on
the ignition.
Interior monitor and towing protection
Fig. 39
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 58 first.
The interior monitor detects movements inside the locked vehicle and then
triggers the alarm.
The anti-towing detects tilts in the locked vehicle and then triggers the alarm.
Both systems should be deactivated if there is a possibility that the alarm will
be triggered by movements (e.g. by people or animals) within the vehicle inte-
rior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train or ship) or towed.
Deactivate
›
Switch off the ignition and open the driver's door.
›
Press the button on the centre column on the driver side
» Fig. 39,the
 symbol illuminates in the button.
›
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
Disabling the two systems switches off SafeLock. 
58Using the system

WARNING■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!■
Never drive with the lid open or unlatched, as otherwise exhaust gases
may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Only open and close the lid when no one is located in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
Make sure that no limbs are caught or crushed when closing the lid - risk
of injury!
■
When you open the boot lid make sure that there are no persons in the
opening area of the lid - there is a danger of injury!
CAUTION
■ Do not attempt to close the lid manually during the electrical closing process
- there is a risk of damaging the electric lid operation.■
When washing the vehicle in a car wash, we recommend that you lock the
vehicle (with the central locking button). In some car washes the boot lid might
open automatically due to the pressure action of the washing brushes - there
is a risk of damage to the vehicle interior.
CAUTION
■ Check that no objects are located in the opening/closing area which could
hinder the movement (e.g. cargo on the roof rack or on the trailer etc.) - there
is a risk of damage to the lid!■
In certain circumstances, if the lid is loaded (e.g. by a thick layer of snow), the
opening process of the lid can be interrupted. Remove the snow from the lid to
re-enable the electrical operation.
■
If the lid closes automatically (e.g. under load of snow), you will hear an inter-
mittent beep.
■
The flap is always to be close before disconnecting the battery.
Description of operationFig. 41
Lid operation
Read and observe
and on page 60 first.
Ways to open the lid
▶ By pressing the handle
A
» Fig. 41 .
▶ By holding the button
C
.
▶ By holding the button
D
on the key.
If the lid hits an obstacle when closing, it stops and an audible signal sounds.
Ways to close the lid ▶ Press pressing the button
B
» Fig. 41 .
▶ By holding the button
D
on the key (applies to vehicles with KESSY). The key
must be located at a maximum distance of 2 m from the lid.
▶ By pressing the handle
A
.
▶ By briefly pressing the lid downwards.
▶ If the lid hits an obstacle when closing, it stops and an audible signal sounds.
Ways to stop the lid movement ▶ Press pressing the button
B
» Fig. 41 .
▶ By pressing the button
C
. 
60Using the system

›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 
ABC62Using the system

MalfunctionsRead and observe
and on page 62 first.
Repeatedly opening and closing the window can cause the window mecha-
nism to overheat and become temporarily blocked. You will be able to operate
the window again as soon as the operating mechanisms has cooled down.
After disconnecting the vehicle battery, automatic opening / closing the win-
dow can be deactivated. In this case the system must be activated as follows.
Activate window operation
›
Switch-on the ignition.
›
Pull the top edge of the button and close the window.
›
Release the button.
›
Pull up the respective button and hold for 1 second.
Panoramic tilting / sliding sunroof
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
64
Force limiter
64
Activate operation of the sliding/tilting roof
65
Manually operated sunshade
65
Electrically operated sunshade
65
Activating operation of the sunshade
66
The panorama sliding/tilting roof (hereinafter referred to as sliding/tilting roof)
can only be operated when the ignition is turned on and when the outdoor
temperature is no lower than -20 °C.
The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after
switching the ignition off. After opening the driver or front passenger door, it
is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof.
WARNINGWhen operating the sliding/tilting roof and the sunshade, proceed with
caution to avoid causing crushing injuries – risk of injury!CAUTION■ During the winter it may be necessary to remove any ice and snow in the vi-
cinity of the sliding/tilting roof before opening it to prevent any damage to the
opening mechanism.■
Always close the sliding/tilting roof before disconnecting the battery.
Operation
Fig. 44
Operation of the sliding/tilting roof
Read and observe
and on page 64 first.
Operation of the tilt / slide sunroof » Fig. 44
Gradual opening
Complete opening
Gradually reset
Fully reset
Gradual opening
Fully opening
After the first press, the sliding/tilting roof stops in the position where the
intensity of the wind noise is low (at speeds of approx. less than 80 km/h). Press again and the sliding/tilting roof goes to the stop.
Gradual closing
Complete closing
Force limiter
Read and observe
and on page 64 first.
The sliding/tilting roof is fitted with a force limiter. 
1234567864Using the system

If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the glass pane re-
tracts by several centimetres.WARNINGIf the sliding/tilting roof is closed by holding down the switch 7 / 8,
» Fig. 44 on page 64 and the closing process is hindered by an obstacle,
then when attempting to close for a third time, the force limiter is rendered inoperable (if the period of 5 s is not reached between the individual at-
tempts to close). The sliding/tilting roof closes with full force - it may cause
injury.
Activate operation of the sliding/tilting roof
Fig. 45
Operation of the sliding/tilting
roof
Read and observe and on page 64 first.
If the operation of the sliding/tilting roof is deactivated (e.g. after disconnect-
ing and connecting the battery), then operation will have to be activated.
›
Switch on the ignition, pull the switch on the recess all the way down in the
direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 45 and hold.
The sliding/tilting roof opens/closes again after around 10 seconds.
›
Release the lever.
Manually operated sunshadeFig. 46
Operation of the sunshade
Read and observe and on page 64 first.
›
To open , pull the handle in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 46 .
›
To
close , pull the handle in direction of arrow
B
.
Electrically operated sunshade
Fig. 47
Buttons for operating the sun-
shade
Read and observe and on page 64 first.
Operation of the sunshade » Fig. 47
Open - by pressing (press again - sunshade stops moving)
Close - by pressing (press again - sunshade stops moving)
The sunshade can also be operated by pressing and holding the appropriate
button (starts movement of the sunshade) and releasing it when the sunshade
reaches the desired position.
65Unlocking and opening

WARNINGThe storage compartmentA » Fig. 87 is to be used exclusively for storing
objects which do not stick out - danger of restricting the effectiveness of
the side airbags.
Storage compartment in the front centre console
Fig. 88
Storage compartment: Open / close
Read and observe
and on page 87 first.
›
To open , press the edge of the lid in the direction of arrow » Fig. 88 - 
.
›
To close , press the edge of the lid in the direction of arrow » Fig. 88
. The
lid closes automatically.
Phonebox
Fig. 89
Phonebox
Read and observe and on page 87 first.
The storage compartment in the front centre console can be equipped with
the Phonebox function.
If a telephone is directed with its rear side downwards on the pad in the stor-
age compartment » Fig. 89, the telephone signal is amplified by the roof an-
tenna.
Telephones that support the Qi standard for wireless charging, can also be
charged wirelessly in the storage compartment.
While wireless charging is taking place, no objects may be between the pad
and the telephone being charged.WARNING■ The telephone may become warm during wireless charging, so this should
be removed carefully from the tray.■
Metal objects between the pad and the telephone to be charged can get
hot due to the action of the induction field - There is a risk of injury. If there
is a metal object in the storage compartment that has become hot, then
take out the telephone and let the object cook in the storage compart-
ment!
CAUTION
■ Metal objects between the pad and the telephone to be charged can get hot
due to the action of the induction field - There is a risk damage to the tele-
phone.■
With some telephones, the charging process may be interrupted or the tele-
phone may switch off due to getting hot.
■
No electronic or magnetic storage media (e.g. SD cards, USB sticks, cards
with magnetic strips or chip) may be placed between the support and tele-
phone to be charged - there is a risk of data loss and damage to this data carri-
er.
■
If a message appears in Infotainment that the telephone can not be charged,
then proceed as follows.
■
Check that no objects are between the pad and the telephone being charg-
ed. If this is the case, then take out the object and the telephone. Place the
telephone on the pad centrally on the telephone symbol.
■
Check if the position of the telephone to be charged has not changed during
the journey. If this is the case, then take out the telephone and place it back
on the pad centrally on the telephone symbol. 
89Practical features

Removable lightFig. 137
Removable lamp
Fig. 138
Removable light: Removing / inserting
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
The light is located on the left side of the luggage compartment and is used to light the luggage compartment or as a portable light.
The lamp is fitted with magnets. As a result, this can, for example, be fitted to
the vehicle body.
Description of the light » Fig. 137
Button to turn on / off the light
Part that lights up when the lamp is in the mount
Part that lights up when the lamp is not in the mount
If the light is in the mount, this will illuminate when the boot lid is opened.
›
To remove , hold the light in the area
D
and swivel in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 138 .
›
To switch on the removed light, press button
A
» Fig. 137. Pressing the light
again will switched it off .
ABC›To
insert , first of all insert the light with the rear part E into the mount
» Fig. 138 and then push the light in the direction of arrow 2 until it audibly
clicks into place.
If the light is not switched off and is correctly inserted in the mount, the LED diodes in the front part of the light C
» Fig. 137 are automatically switched off.
If the lamp is not correctly inserted into the holder, this does not light up when
the boot lid is opened and the rechargeable batteries are not charged.
Lamp charges
The lamp is supplied by three rechargeable type NiMH AAA batteries. The bat-
teries are charged continuously with the engine running (to fully charge the
battery takes approximately 3 hours).
Replace batteries » page 292.
CAUTION
The light is not waterproof, so it must be protected from humidity - otherwise
there is risk of damage.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op-
eration. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged
during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and
unloaded.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment (Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Positions of the variable loading floor
110
Fold together / fold out the variable loading floor
110
Dividing the luggage compartment
111109Transport of cargo

›Make sure that the crossbar is firmly seated in the two mountings D.›Fold back part A of the roll-up luggage compartment cover in the opposite
direction of the arrow » Fig. 143.
Using the net partition behind the rear seats›
Fold out part
A
of the roll-up luggage compartment cover in the direction of
arrow » Fig. 143 .
›
First pull the crossbar back slightly on the one side and then on the other
side and remove it from the mountings
D
» Fig. 144 .
›
Hold the crossbar
C
in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up
without being damaged.
›
Fold back part
A
of the roll-up luggage compartment cover in the opposite
direction of the arrow » Fig. 143.
Pull out and secure the net partition behind the front seats
The process is analogous to that for behind the rear seats. Before removing
the net partition, the rear seat backrests should be folded forwards. After roll-
ing up the net partition in the housing, the rear seat backrests should then be
folded back » page 83.
CAUTION
If the net partition blocks when pulling it out, push the release lever B in the
direction of the arrow » Fig. 143.
Removing and installing the net partition housing
Fig. 145
Removing the net partition
housing
›
To remove , fold forwarded the rear seat backrests and open the rear right
door.
›
Push the housing
A
in the direction of the arrow
1
and remove it from the
mountings in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 145 .
›
To install , insert the recesses on the housing
A
into the mountings on the
rear seat backrests and push the housing against the arrow
1
up to the
stop.
› Fold the rear seat backrests to their original position.
Transportation on the roof rack
Fig. 146
Attachment points
The attachment points
A
and
B
are located on both sides of the vehicle
» Fig. 146 .
The mounting and dismounting of the basic carrier is carried out according to
the instructions provided.
Roof load
The maximum permitted weight of the load incl. the carrier is 100 kg.
WARNINGFor road safety when transporting cargo on the roof rack, observe the fol-
lowing instructions.■
Always distribute the load on the roof rack evenly and secure properly us-
ing suitable lashing straps or tensioning straps.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, the handling of the car may change as a result of the
displacement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of acci-
dent!
CAUTION
■ Make sure that the sliding / tilting roof or the boot lid does not collide with
the roof load when opened.■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the load being transported. 
112Using the system

NoteWe recommend that you use a roof rack from ŠKODA Original Accessories.Heating and ventilation
Heating, manual air conditioning system, Climatronic
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Heating and manual air conditioning
114
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
114
Operate Climatronic in Infotainment
116
Climatronic - automatic operation
116
Air distribution control
117
Air outlet vents
117
The heating heats and ventilates the vehicle interior. The air conditioning sys-
tem also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The cooling system works under the following conditions. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is below 2 ° C.
The blower is switched on.
Fogging is prevented when the cooling system is switched on.
It is possible to boost the effectiveness of the cooling system by briefly acti-
vating the air recirculation system » page 117.
Health protection
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for the
use of the cooling system are to be observed. ▶ The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air temper-
ature should not be greater than about 5 ° C.
▶ The cooling system should be turned off about 10 minutes before the end of
the journey.
▶ Once a year, the air conditioning should be disinfected by a specialist garage. 
113Heating and ventilation