2006 SKODA OCTAVIA fold seats

Remote control
Introductory information
You can use the remote control key to:
› unlock and lock the vehicle,
› unlocking boot lid;
› open and close the windows
» page 36, Window convenience operation .
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle. The operating range of
the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range of the remote control can
be reduced if the batteries are weak.
The key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking and locking the
car manually and also for starting the engine.
If a lost key is replaced or if the receiver unit has been repaired or replaced, the
system must be initialised by a ŠKODA Service Partner. Only then can the remote
control key be used again. Note
■ The remote control is automatically deactivated when the ignition is switched
on. ■ The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by interfer-
ence from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same frequency
range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).
■ The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than 3 metres away » page 26.
■ If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote control
key. Ð Locking/unlocking
Fig. 13
Remote control key
Unlocking the vehicle 
› Press the button 1
» Fig. 13.
Locking the vehicle 
› Press the button 3
» Fig. 13.
Deactivating the safe securing system
› Press the button 3
» Fig. 13
twice within 2 seconds. Further informa-
tion » page 28.
Unlocking the boot lid 
› Press the button 2
» Fig. 13. Further information
» page 33, Open/close.
Folding out the key bit
› Press the button 4
» Fig. 13.
Folding in the key bit
› Press the button 4
» Fig. 13
and fold in the key bit.
Unlocking
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-
locked. If the vehicle is unlocked using button 1
» Fig. 13 and none of the doors
or the boot lid are opened within the next 30 seconds, the vehicle is automatical-
ly locked again and the safe securing system or anti-theft alarm system is reacti-
vated. This function is intended to prevent the car being unlocked unintentional-
ly.
In addition, when the car is unlocked, the electrically adjustable seats and exteri-
or mirrors move into the position assigned to this key. The stored setting of driver
seat and exterior mirrors is retrieved. £
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There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked au-
tomatically. Always lock the vehicle using the button  on the remote control or
with the key if no remote control is available » page 29 .ÐEmergency unlocking
Fig. 17
Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 33.
The boot lid can be unlocked manually if there is a fault in the central locking sys-
tem.
Unlocking
›
Fold the rear seat backrest forward
» page 59.
› Remove the warning triangle A
» Fig. 17.
› Remove the panel B
; the cable for lever for opening the boot lid is located in
the opening underneath the panel.
› Press on the level in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 17, the boot lid is unlocked.
› Open the boot lid.
Unlocking (Combi)
› Fold the rear seat backrest forward
» page 59.
› Pull up the panel C
» Fig. 17
.
› Use a screwdriver or similar to press the lever D
as far as the stop in the direc-
tion of the arrow; the boot lid is unlocked.
› Open the boot lid. Ð
ä Electric power windows
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Window open/close 35
Window in the front passenger door and the rear doors open/close 36
Force limiter of the power windows 36
Window convenience operation 36
Operational faults 37
WARNING
■ If the vehicle is locked from the outside, do not leave anybody in the vehicle
as it is not possible to open the windows from the inside in the event of an
emergency.
■ The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 36. If there is an obstacle,
the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centi-
metres. The windows should nevertheless be closed carefully! Otherwise
these can cause severe crushing injuries!
■ It is recommended to deactivate the electrically operated power windows in
the rear doors (safety pushbutton) S
» Fig. 18 on page 35 when children are
being transported on the rear seats. CAUTION
■ Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric win-
dows. ■ In the event that the windows are frozen, first of all eliminate the
ice » page 151, De-icing windows and exterior mirrors and only then operate the
power windows otherwise the power window mechanism could be damaged. ■ When leaving the locked vehicle make sure that the windows are closed at all
times. £
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Head restraints
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting, removing and installing a head restraint 58
Middle rear head restraint 58
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head.
The position of the front and rear outer head restraints is adjustable in height.
The middle rear head restraint is adjustable in two positions.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor-
rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec-
tion for the occupants » page 122, Correct seated position .WARNING
■ The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident. ■ Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.
■ If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position. ÐAdjusting, removing and installing a head restraint
Fig. 44
Head restraint: adjusting/removing First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 58.
Adjusting the height of a head restraint
› Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it upwards as
required » Fig. 44 -  .
› To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety but-
ton » Fig. 44 -  with one hand and press the head restraint downwards with
the other hand.
Removing and installing a head restraint
› Pull the head restraint up out of the seat backrest as far as the stop (for the
rear head restraints fold the seat backrest forward).
› Press the locking button in direction of the arrow
» Fig. 44 -  and pull the
head restraint out.
› To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest
until the locking button clicks into place. Ð Middle rear head restraint
Fig. 45
Rear seats: middle head re-
straint
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 58.
Applies to vehicles using the TOP TETHER system.
Removing and installing
› Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
› Press the locking button in the direction of arrow 1
» Fig. 45
, simultaneously
press the locking button into the opening 2
using a flat screwdriver with a
width of maximum 5 mm and pull out the head restraint.
› To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest
until the locking button clicks into place. Ð
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Rear seats
Folding the seat backrest forwards
Fig. 46
Unlock the seat backrest/lock the seat backrest
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backrests
forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles with
divided rear seats.
Folding the seat backrest forwards
› Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adapt the position of the front
seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests 1)
.
› Unlock the seat backrest by pressing the securing knob A
» Fig. 46
and fold it
completely forwards.
Folding the seat backrest back into position
› Place the rear outer seat belt C
» Fig. 46 behind the edge of the side trim pan-
el.
› Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
› Make sure that the red pin B
is hidden. WARNING
■ The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
■ The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
jects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment if
there is sudden braking - risk of injury! ■ Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function. CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests.
Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests. Ð Folding the seat cushions forwards, removing
Fig. 47
Removing the seats
On vehicles with divided rear seats, the luggage compartment can be enlarged
even more by folding the rear seats and removing them.
Folding forward
› Pull up the seat cushion in the direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 47 and fold for-
wards in the direction of the arrow 2
.
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If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head restraints removed
before the seat backrests are folded forward. Store the removed head restraints in such a way that
they are not be damaged or soiled.
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Seats and Stowage

Removing
›
Fold the seat cushion forward.
› Press the wire clamps in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 47 -  and remove the
seat cushion from its holder.
Install
› Press the wire clamp in the direction of the arrow
» Fig. 47 -  and put it into
the holder.
› Fold the seat cushion back into its original position. CAUTION
For vehicles with heated rear seats it is necessary to disconnect the plug connec-
tion for the power supply before removing the seat cushion. For reinstalling the
seat cushion it is necessary to re-connect the plug connection. ÐRear armrest
Fig. 48
Rear seats: Armrest
› The armrest can be folded down to increase comfort using the loop
» Fig. 48.Ð Boot
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class

N1 vehicles 61
Fastening elements 61
Folding double hooks 62
Folding hooks (Estate car) 62Fixing nets 62
Fixing floor covering of the boot 63
Luggage net 63
Boot cover 63
Foldable boot cover (Combi) 64
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
› Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
› Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the fixing
net »
page 61 .
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is produced
by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries. The magnitude of
the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling
and the weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this
case the more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unsecured
object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times
its own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”. You can
imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “object” flies through the interior com-
partment and hits an occupant. WARNING
■ Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing eyes.
■ Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward during
a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or
other oncoming traffic. This risk is still increased, if the objects which are fly-
ing around are hit by a deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are
thrown back can injure the occupants - hazard. ■ Please note that the handling properties of the vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be displaced -
risk of accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly. ■ If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un-
suitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking
manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from being thrown for-
ward, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached to the
lashing eyes. £
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WARNING (Continued)
■ The items carried in the boot must be stored in such a way that no objects
are able to slip forward if any sudden driving or braking manoeuvres are un-
dertaken - risk of injury! ■ When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and dangerous in the
boot that has been enlarged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the
safety of the passengers transported on the other rear seats » page 123, Cor-
rect seated position for the occupants on the rear seats .
■ If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that the
seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■ Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise exhaust
gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
■ Under no circumstances, should the permissible axle loads and permissible
gross weight of the vehicle be exceeded - risk of accident!
■ Never transport people in the boot! CAUTION
Make sure that transported objects with sharp edges do not damage the follow-
ing:
■ heating elements in the rear window;
■ elements of the aerial integrated in the rear window;
■ elements of the aerial integrated in the rear side windows (Estate car). Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 171, Service life of tyres.ÐClass N1 vehicles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 60.
On class N1 vehicles, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set
which complies with the standard EN
12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening the
load. Ð
ä Fastening elements
Fig. 49
Boot: Lashing eyes and fastening elements/Combi lashing eyes and
fastening elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 60.
The boot provides the following fastening elements
»
Fig. 49.
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements for fastening fixing nets. CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes is 3.5 kN (350 kg). Note
The upper front lashing eyes are located underneath the folding rear seat back-
rest » Fig. 49. Ð
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B
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Seats and Stowage

Removing the variable loading floor
Fig. 58
Boot: Remove variable loading floor/remove carrier rails
› Unlock the variable loading floor by turning the safety eyes A
» Fig. 58
to the
left by around 90°.
› Fold up and remove the loading floor by moving it in the direction of the arrow.
› Unlock the carrier rails B
by turning the arbour-mounted fixing eyes C
to the
right by approx. 90°. WARNING
Ensure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when installing the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a risk
of injury for the occupants. ÐNet partition (Combi)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the net partition behind the rear seats 65
Using the net partition behind the front seats 66
Removing and installing net partition housing 66 WARNING
■ The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.
■ The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
jects in the boot can slide forwards if there is sudden braking - risk of injury!
■ Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then that
the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function. ■ Ensure that the cross rod is inserted into the mounts C
» Fig. 59 on
page 65 or » Fig. 60 on page 66 in the front position! Ð Using the net partition behind the rear seats
Fig. 59
Folding down the storage compartment cover/pulling out the net
partition
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 65.
Pulling out
› Fold down the storage compartment cover D
» Fig. 59 behind the rear seats.
› Pull the net partition by the bracket A
out of the housing B
in direction of the
mounts C
.
› Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts C
and push forwards.
› In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount C
on the other side of the
vehicle.
› Fold the storage compartment cover D
downwards.
Folding
› Fold down the storage compartment cover D
» Fig. 59 behind the rear seats.
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›
First pull the cross rod back slightly on the one side and then on the other side
and remove it from the mounts C
.
› Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing B
without being damaged.
› Fold the storage compartment cover D
downwards.
If you wish to use the entire boot, the foldable boot cover can be re-
moved » Fig. 56 on page 64. ÐUsing the net partition behind the front seats
Fig. 60
Pull out the net partition
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 65.
Pulling out
› Fold the rear seats forward
» page 59.
› Pull the net partition by the bracket A
» Fig. 60
out of the housing B
.
› First of all insert the cross rod into the mount C
on one side and push it for-
ward.
› In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount C
on the other side of the
vehicle.
Folding
› First pull the cross rod back slightly on the one side and then on the other side
and remove it from the mounts C
» Fig. 60
.
› Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up into
the housing B
without being damaged.
› Fold the rear seats back into their original position. Ð
ä Removing and installing net partition housing
Fig. 61
Rear seats: Net partition hous-
ing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 65.
Removing
› Fold the rear seats forward
»
page 59.
› Open the rear right door.
› Push the net partition housing A
» Fig. 61 in the direction of the arrow 1
and
remove it from the mounts on the rear seats in the direction of the arrow 2
.
Install
› Insert the recesses on the net partition housing into the mounts on the rear
seat backrests.
› Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 61 as far as the stop.
› Fold the rear seats back into their original position. Ð Roof rack system
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points 67
Roof load 67
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66 Using the system