Skoda SUPERB Owner's Manual page 42

Steering column lock not unlocked (System KESSY)
flashes
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Message: Steering lock: workshop!
▶ Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, thereby facilitating unlock-
ing the steering lock.
▶ If the steering does also not unlock then, the help of a specialist garage is re-
quired.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
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The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after the motor is restarted and a short drive, the indicator light does not go
out, there is a system error.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Stability Control (ESC)/Traction control (TCS)
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Read and observe on page 38 first.
flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
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lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
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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,
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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.
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Using the system
You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
▶
cialist garage immediately.
For more information on the ESC system
» page 214.
Traction control (TCS) deactivated
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Read and observe on page 38 first.
lights up – the TCS system is deactivated.
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Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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Read and observe on page 38 first.
lights up – there is an ABS fault.
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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
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» page 39, Brake system ,
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rage.
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
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cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
Rear fog light
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Read and observe on page 38 first.
lights up – the rear fog light is switched on.
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Emission control system
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Read and observe on page 38 first.
lights up – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system makes
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it possible to drive on in emergency mode – there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
» page 213 or TCS system
stop driving! Seek help from a specialist ga-
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