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belts for the middle rear seat. It is only then that the three-point seat
belt can reliably fulfil its function.
•First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the
mounts in the front position!
Use behind the front seats
Unrolling
– Fold the rear seats forwards ⇒page 71
– Pull the net partiton net at the plate out of the housing ⇒fig. 63.
– Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and push the cross rod forward.
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the vehicle, mount .
Rolling up
– Pull the cross rod back slightly, first on the one side then on the other side and take the cross rod out of the mount
⇒fig. 64.
– Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll
up slowily and without damage into housing .
WARNING (continued)
AC
Fig. 63 Unrolling net
partition
Fig. 64 Rolling up net
partition
AAAB
AC
AC
AC
AB
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– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
WARNING
First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the
mounts in the front position!
Removing and installing net partition housing
Removing
– Fold the rear seats forwards ⇒page 71
– Open the right rear door.
– Push the net partition housing ⇒fig. 65 in the direction of
arrow and take it out of the mounts of the rear seat back-
rests in the direction of the arrow . Installing
– Position the net partition housing into the mounts of the seat
backrest.
– Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of arrow as far as the stop.
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position.
The roof luggage rack system*
Description
Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or
other items on the roof of your vehicle:
•A special roof luggage rack system was developed for the vehicle.
That is why you should only use one of the roof luggage rack which has
been released for use by Škoda Auto.
•The base carrier is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system.
Separate additional holders are required for safety reasons for trans-
porting luggage, bikes, surfboards, skis and boats.
•The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further compo-
nents are obtainable as accessories from Škoda dealers.
•The base carrier is fixed to the roof of the vehicle using special fixtures
which are located under the roof strip.
Caution
•If you use other roof rack systems or if the roof bars are not properly
fitted, then any damage which may result to your car is not covered by the
AC
Fig. 65 Rear seats: Net
partition housing
AB
A1
A2
A1
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warranty agreements. It is therefore essential to pay attention to the fitting
instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system.
•On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the
opened sliding/tilting roof does not strike any items of luggage transported
on the roof.
•Ensure that the opened tailgate does not collide with the roof load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
One should therefore take off the roof bar system after use.
Note
A roof rail is obtainable from a Skoda dealer if hasn't been fitted onto an
estate car at the works.
Attachment points
Fitting
– Remove the plastic caps ⇒fig. 66 carefully using a thin
screwdriver and while doing so do not damage the paintwork.
– The feet are inserted into the openings of the roof bars. Assembly is described by the manufacturer of the roof
luggage rack system.
Note
•The figure is not valid for an estate car.
•If you have any questions, please contact a Škoda dealer.
Roof load
Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum
permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
You cannot make full use of the permissible roof load if you use a roof
luggage rack system with a lower load carrying capacity. The load trans-
ported on the roof luggage rack system must not exceed the weight limit
which is stated in the fitting instructions.
WARNING
•The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be
reliably attached - risk of accident!
•You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the
permissible axle loads and the pe rmissible gross weight of your
vehicle - risk of accident!
Fig. 66 Attachment
points for roof bars
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•Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle change
when you transport heavy or bulky items on the roof bar system as
a result of the displacement of the centre of gravity and the
increased wind attack area - risk of accident! You must absolutely
adapt your style of driving and the speed of the vehicle to the
specific circumstances.
Drinks can holder*
The drinks can holder is designed to place 0.33 litre drinks cans
in.
– Press on the symbol in the direction of
 ⇒ fig. 67, the drinks
can holder slides out and opens up.
WARNING
•For reasons of occupant safety the drinks can holder drawer
should always be closed when driving.
•Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the
vehicle moves, the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
•Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle mate-
rial (e.g. glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the
event of an accident.
Rear drinks can holder *
The drinks can holder is designed to place 0.33 litre drinks cans
in.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 67 Dash panel:
Drinks can holderFig. 68 Centre
console: Drinks can
holder
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WARNING
•Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the
vehicle moves, the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
•Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle mate-
rial (e.g. glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the
event of an accident.
Note holder
The note holder is designed for attaching a car park ticket in parking
areas.
The attached note must always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
Ashtray at the front*
Removing the ashtray insert
– Fold out the ashtray cover and pull out the ashtray insert in the direction of arrow ⇒fig. 70.
Replacing the ashtray insert
– Insert the ashtray insert in the guide, insert and slide in and fold down the ashtray cover.
WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
Fig. 69 Windscreen:
Note holder
Fig. 70 Centre
console: Ashtray at the
front
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Ashtray at the rear*
Removing the ashtray insert
– Fold out the ashtray cover and pull out the ashtray insert in the
direction of arrow ⇒fig. 71 .
Replacing the ashtray insert
– Insert the ashtray insert in the guide, insert and slide in and fold down the ashtray cover.
WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
Cigarette lighter* and power socket*
Cigarette lighter
You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for
other electrical appliances.
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒ fig. 72.
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
Using the power socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
Fig. 71 Centre
console: Ashtray at the
rear
Fig. 72 Centre
console: Cigarette
lighter
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– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the cigarette lighter.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to electrical
accessories with a power uptake up to 180 watts.
WARNING
•Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper
attention or incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled
manner may result in burns.
•The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is
why you should never leave children unattended in the vehicle!
Caution
Only use matching plugs, which fulfils the DIN - ISO Standard 4165, to
avoid damaging the power sockets.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running
will drain the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
Power socket in the luggage compartment (Estate
car*, Sedan*)
– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒fig. 73 .
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
It fulfils the requirements of DIN standard ISO 4165 and must only be used
for connecting approved electrical accessories with a power uptake of up
to 240 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged in the process if the
engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒page 85.
Further information ⇒page 215, “Accessories, changes and replacement
of parts”.
Fig. 73 Luggage
compartment: Power
socket
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Storage compartments
An overview
You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
WARNING
•Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such
objects might slide or fall down when driving (when accelerating or
cornering) and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic
situation - risk of accident!
•Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of
from other storage possibilities may get into the footwell of the
driver. You would then no longer be able to apply the brakes,
operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident!
Storage compartment on the front passenger side*
There a further storage compartment in the inner room of the
storage compartment located under the tiltable partition wall*
⇒ fig. 75 .
Storage compartment on the front passenger
side*⇒page 87
Storage compartments on the driver's side⇒page 89
Storage drawer*⇒page 89
Storage compartment in the front seat*⇒page 90
Storage compartment in the front doors⇒page 90
Storage compartment in the luggage compart-
ment (estate car, sedan)*⇒page 91
Rear armrest with stowage compartment*⇒page 91
Clothes hooks*⇒page 92
Fig. 74 Dash panel:
Storage compartment
on the front passenger
side
Fig. 75 Storage
compartment: tiltable
partition wall
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