92CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTRemove the plastic caps - see illustration -
carefully using a thin screwdriver and while
doing so do not damage the paintwork.
Position the feet of the roof rack in these
openings. Follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions for mounting.
The illustration does not apply for estate
models.
If the estate model is not factory-fitted with
the railing, it can be obtained from a Skoda
Dealer. The Škoda Dealer will also ensure
proper mounting.Any damage to the car which may occur
from using other roof rack systems or
incorrect fitting are not covered by the
warranty.
Distribute the load evenly. The per-
missible roof load (including the roof bar
system) is 75 kg. Roof load and the per-
missible gross weight of the vehicle
must not be exceeded.
When transporting heavy or bulky ob-
jects on the roof of the car, remember that
the handling of the car is altered by the
change in the centre of gravity and by the
increased wind resistance area. You should
therefore adapt your style of driving and
speed accordingly.
Ensure that the opened tailgate does not
knock against the roof load.
On cars fitted with sliding/tilting roof,
ensure that the opened roof does not knock
against the roof load.
116SAFETYWarning
To avoid severe injuries, therefore,
children must always be transported
safely in the vehicle with a restraint
system which matches the age, body
size and weight of the child.
Children must never be positioned
with their head in the inflation range
of the side airbag. Risk of injury!
Do not place any objects in the in-
flation range of the side airbag. Risk
of injury!
A child seat in which the child
faces with its back in the direction of
travel, may only be used in the front
passenger seat if the front passen-
ger airbag (in certain countries also
on child seats in which the child
faces the direction of travel) has
been deactivated - refer to page 107.
Otherwise, there is a risk of the child
suffering severe or even fatal injuries
if the airbag is deployed. In certain
countries, legal requirements neces-
sitate deactivating the side airbag. If
a child is nevertheless seated on the
front passenger seat, observe the
legal requirements for the use of
child seats.
Attaching child seats („ISOFIX“
system)Two eyes for attaching a child seat with the
„ISOFIX“ system are provided between
backrest and seat cushion at the two outer
rear seats.
Child seats with the „ISOFIX“ system can
be installed quickly, conveniently and
safely. The seat should be installed as
specified in the installation instructions
enclosed with the „ISOFIX“ child seat. Al-
ways ensure that the child seat engages
properly when installed (pull as a check!).
Notes
An „ISOFIX“ child seat must only be at-
tached in the vehicle using the „ISOFIX“
system if the child seat bears an official seal
of approval for the particular vehicle model
in conformity with the ECE-R 44 Standard.
Warning
Before using an „ISOFIX“ child
seat which you have acquired for an-
other vehicle, please check with yourŠkoda dealer whether your child seat
is recommended for the Škoda-Octavia. Certain child seats with “ISOFIX”
attachment system can also be at-
tached with the usual three-point
seat belt. Attention should be paid to
the instructions of the child seat
manufacturer for the installation and
removal.
