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– Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts .
– Insert the other end of the cross rod by pressing into the second
mount.
– Press both ends of the cross rod forward into the function position.
– Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the
locking button clicks into place - check by pulling on the rear seat
backrest ⇒.
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. 74.
–Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll up
slowily and without damage into housing .
If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, you can remove the luggage compartment cover ⇒page 65.
WARNING
•Ensure that the seat backrest on the rear seats is securely interlocked in position when the vehicle is fitted with three-point safety 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!
•If the net partition is located behind the rear seats, then always make sure that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked.
Use behind the front seats
Unrolling
– Open the right rear door.
– Fold the surfaces of the seats and seat backrests of the rear seats
forward.
– Pull the net partiton net at the plate out of the housing
⇒fig. 75.
– First of all insert the cross rod into the mount on one side.
AC
AC
AB
AC
Fig. 75 Unrolling net parti-tion
Fig. 76 Rolling up net parti-tion
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AC
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– Insert into the mount on the other side the second end of the cross
rod.
– Press both ends of the cross rod forward into the function position.
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. 76.
–Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll up
slowily and without damage into housing .
– 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
– Open the right rear door.
– Fold the surfaces of the seats and seat backrests of the rear seats
forward. First the right then the left backrest.
– Push the net partition housing ⇒page 70, fig. 77 in the direction
of arrow and take it out of the mounts of the rear seat backrests on
the right 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.
Bicycle carrier*
Install cross member
– Remove the luggage compartment cover ⇒page 65; if necessary we
recommend to remove, the net partition* ⇒page 70.
– Take the head restraints out of the rear seat backrests and fold the rear
seats in order to extend the luggage compartment as desired.
AC
AB
AC
Fig. 77 Rear seats: Net parti-tion housing
AA
A1
A2
A1
Fig. 78 Install cross member
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– Release the fixtures at the ends of the cross member by slightly
pulling up the securing screws . The fixtures open when they are
not already opened.
– Position the cross member with the fixed (not pulled out) part onto
the right (in direction of travel) lashing eye and then the pull out part
onto the left lashing eye.
– Press the fixtures on both sides of the cross member until they lock
in place and tighten the securing screws .
– Check the attachment of the cross member by pulling it.
WARNING
When transporting the bicycles in the luggage compartment, ensure the safety of the passengers transported.
Install bicycle carrier
– Position the approved bicycle carrier on the middle of the cross
member, after pulling up the screw push the frame side rail (alu-
part) towards the cross member and screw the screw into the nut
⇒fig. 79.
– Slacken the screw and take it out of the moveable part of the
fixture; position the moveable part of the carrier, depending on
bicycle size, into one of the possible positions, so that it does not
come in contact with the boot lid. We recommend to place the move-
able part of the fixture in such a position that the holes are visible
between the screw and the moveable part.
– Insert the screw into the desired position and tighten.
Put bicycle into the bicycle carrier
– Remove the front wheel before putting the bicycle into the vehicle.
AB
AC
AA
AB
AC
Fig. 79 Install bicycle carrier
AA
AA
AB
AA
AB
Fig. 80 Put in the bicycle
Fig. 81 Fastening the front wheel
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– Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier
and adjust according to the width of the bicycle fork.
– Fit the bicycle fork onto the fixing axle and tighten with the quick
tension jack ⇒fig. 80.
– Position the left pedal of the bicycle forward, in order to attach the
front wheel more easily.
– Slacken the screw ⇒page 71, fig. 79 and push the bicycle holder
together with the attached bicycle to the left (in the direction of the
arrow), so that no collision between the steering arm and the side
window of the luggage compartment can occur.
– Carefully guide the boot lid to the bottom without letting it go and at
the same time check if there is adequate room between the steering
arm of the bicycle and the window of the boot lid. If necessary adapt
the position of the moveable part of the bicycle carrier in such a way
that no collision can occur ⇒page 71.
– It is best to push the removed front wheel between the crank of the left
pedal and the bicycle frame, attach it with a strap to the front fork
⇒fig. 81, and/or to a fixing point.
– Make sure that it does not lead to damage of the trim panel of the
luggage compartment, the bicycle and the placed objects.
– Perform the installation of the second fixture and the attachment of
the bicycle analogously.
WARNING
Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision between the steering arm and the side and/or rear window can occur.
Note
If the front wheel is equipped with disc brake, attach the wheel in such a way that the brake disc is opposite the frame.
Secure the stability of the bicycles with a strap
– To slacken the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each
other and open the clamp.
– Position the clamp with the rubber part to the front (in direction of
travel) as far as possible below the saddle rod and close the clamp
⇒fig. 82.
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Fig. 82 Securing the bicycles with clamps
Fig. 83 Securing the bicycles with a strap
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– When transporting two bicycles tension the strap ⇒fig. 82 between
the saddle rods, by pushing the bicycles apart.
– Hang the carabines at the ends of the strap into the lashing eyes
behind the rear seats.
– Pull the strap through the tensioning clasp, first of all on the one side
and then on the other side.
– If it is necessary, the position of the bicycles in the vehicle can be addi-
tionally rectified.
WARNING
•When transporting passengers and objects, which require the seats to be folded forwards, ensure the safety of the passengers being transported.
•Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision between the steering arm and the rear window can occur.
The roof rack*
Roof rail*
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 a roof luggage rack which has been released for use by Škoda Auto a.s.
•The roof rail is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system. Separate addi-tional holders are required for safety reasons for transporting luggage, bikes, surf-boards, skis and boats.
•The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further components are obtainable as accessories from Škoda Service Partners.
Caution
•Ensure that the opened boot lid does not collide with the roof load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Note
A roof rail is obtainable from a Skoda Service Partner if hasn't been fitted onto a vehicle at the works.
Fig. 84 Roof rail
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Attachment points
Fitting
– Insert the attachment points of the roof rack into the mounts of the
body so that the pins of the attachment points grasp into the holes of
the body.
Note
•Pay attention to the information regarding assembly and disassembly in the attached instructions.
•If you have any questions, please contact a specialist garage.
Roof load
Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum permis-sible 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 transported 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 permis-sible axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your vehicle - risk of accident!
•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.
Front cup holder
You can place two cups or beverage cans into the recesses ⇒fig. 86.
WARNING
•Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves, the hot beverages may spill - risk of scalding!
Fig. 85 Attachment points for base roof carrier
Fig. 86 Front centre console: Cup holder
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•Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery can be damaged.
Rear cup holder*
You can place one cup or beverage can into the recess ⇒fig. 87.
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 material (e.g. glass, porcelain). You might be injured by them in the event of an accident.
Caution
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat upholstery can be damaged.
Note holder
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching a car park ticket in parking areas.
The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the driver's vision.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 87 Centre console: Cup holder
Fig. 88 Windscreen: Note holder
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Ashtray*
Removing ashtray
– Remove the ashtray ⇒fig. 89 upwards. When removing do not hold
the ashtray at the cover - risk of breakage.
Replacing ashtray
– Insert the ashtray vertically.
WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire!
Cigarette lighter* and power sockets*
Cigarette lighter
You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other elec-
trical appliances.
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒fig. 91.
– 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.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the ciga-
rette lighter.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to electrical accessories with a power uptake up to 180 watts.
Fig. 89 Centre console: Front ashtray
Fig. 90 Centre console: Rear ashtray
Fig. 91 Centre console: Ciga-rette lighter
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