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Head restraintsFig. 71 Head restraint: Adjusting / pulling outBest protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same level as
the upper part of your head.Adjusting the height of a head restraint– Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it in upward direc- tion as desired page 84, fig. 71 - left.
– Move the head restraint downwards if required by pressing and holding the safety button with one hand page 84, fig. 71 - right and by pressing with the other hand
the head restraint downwards.Removing and installing a head restraint– Pull the head restraint up out of the seat backrest as far as the stop (on the rear
head restraints fold forward the seat backrest).
– Press the locking button in the direction of arrow page 84, fig. 71 - right and pull
the head restraint out.
– To re-insert the head restraint, push it down into the seat backrest far enough until you hear the locking button engage.
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 ma
tch the size of the seat occupant. Correctly
adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protection for the
occupants page 162, “Correct seated position”.
WARNING
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The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.
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Do not drive under any circumstance with removed head restraints - risk of
injury.
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If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position.
Middle rear head restraintIIn certain countries national legal provisions also require the equipment of the rear
seat with fixing eyes for child seat using the “Top Tether” system page 186,
“Attaching child seat using the “Top Tether” system”. For vehicles, which are equipped
with such fixing eyes, a de viating sequence for removing the middle head restraint
must be observed.Removing and installing the rear middle head restraint– Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
Fig. 72 Rear seats: middle head
restraint
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– Press the locking button in the direction of arrow
fig. 72 , press simultane-
ously the locking button into the opening 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 down into the seat backrest far enough until you hear the locking button engage.
WARNING
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The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.
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Do not drive under any circumstance with removed head restraints - risk of
injury.
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If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position.
Rear seatsFolding the seat backrest forwardsFig. 73 Unlock the seat back rest / lock the seat backrestThe luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backrests
forward or also by folding the seat cushions forward on vehicles of the type Combi.
Folding the seat backrests forward– Before folding the seat backrests forwards, you must adapt the position of the front
seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests.
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– Unlock the seat backrest by pressing the unlocking handle fig. 73 and fold it
completely forwards.Put the seat backrests into the original position– Install the head restraint in the slightly lifted seat backrest.
– Place the rear lateral seat belt fig. 73 behind the edge of the side trim panel.
– Then push the seat backrest back into th e upright position until the securing knob
clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
– Make sure that the red pin fig. 73 is covered.
WARNING
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The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat backrests - th ey must be ready to use.
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The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no
objects in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment
if there is sudden braking - risk of injury.
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Pay attention that the seat backrests are correctly interlocked. It is only then
that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function.
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Before folding the seat backrest back into the secure position, place the rear
lateral seat belt behind the edge of the si de trim panel. Take suitable measures
to prevent that the seat belt is jammed between the seat backrest and the side
trim panel and is thus damaged.
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9)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, in order to achieve a loading space as horizontal as
possible. Store the removed head restraints in such a way that they cannot be damaged or
soiled. Please refer to the guidelines  page 87.
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If you wish to use the entire luggage co mpartment, you can remove the foldable
luggage compartment cover page 91, fig. 84 .
WARNING
First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the mounts in the
front position!Using the net partition behind the front seatsPulling out– Fold the rear seats forwards (see Owner's Manual).
– Pull the net partiton at the bracket fig. 94 out of the housing .
– Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and push the cross rod forwards.
– In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other side of the vehicle, mount .Folding– Pull the cross rod back slightly, first on th e one side then on the other side and take
the cross rod out of the mounts fig. 94 .
– Hold the cross rod in such a way that the net partition can roll up into the housing
slowly and without damage.
– Fold the rear seats back into their original position.
WARNING
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The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and the seat backrests - they must be ready to use.
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The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no
objects in the luggage compartment can slide forwards if there is sudden
braking - risk of injury!
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First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the mounts in
the front position!
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Pay attention that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked. It is only
then that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its
function.
Removing and installing net partition housingRemoving– Fold the rear seats forwards (see Owner's Manual).
– Open the right rear door.
– Push the net partition housing fig. 95 in the direction of arrow and take it
out of the mount of the rear seats in the direction of arrow .Installing– Position the net partition housing into the mounts of the rear seat backrests.
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Fig. 94 Pull out the net partition
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Fig. 95 Rear seats: Net partition housing
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– Push the net partition housing in the oppo
site direction of arrow as far as the
stop.
– Fold the rear seats back into their original position.
WARNING
Pay attention that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked. It is only then
that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its function.The roof rack*DescriptionPay 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 de veloped for the vehicle, that is why you
should only use a roof luggage rack which has been released for use by Škoda Auto.
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The base carrier is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system. Separate
additional holders are required for safety reasons for transporting luggage, bikes, surf-
boards, skis and boats.
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The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further components are
obtainable as accessories from the authorised Škoda Service Partners.Caution
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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 warranty agreements. It is
therefore essential to pay attention to the fitting instructions supplied with the roof
luggage rack system.
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On models fitted with a power sliding/ti lting roof or a panoramic sliding roof,
ensure that the opened sliding/tilting roof or the panoramic sliding roof does not strike
any items of luggage transported on the roof.
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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. One should
therefore take off the roof bar system after use.Attachment pointsPerform the assembly and the disassembly according to the attached instructions.
Note
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If you have any questions, please contact a specialist garage.
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The illustration does not apply to vehicles which are factory-fitted with a roof rail.
Roof loadDistribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum permissible
roof load (including roof rack system) of 100 kg and the maximum permissible total
weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
You cannot make full use of th e permissible roof load if you use a roof luggage rack
system with a lower load carr ying capacity. The load transported on the roof luggage
rack system must not exceed the weight limit which is stated in the fitting instructions.
WARNING
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The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be reliably
attached - risk of accident!
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Fig. 96 Attachment points for base roof
carrier
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SafetyPassive SafetyBasic informationDriving the safe way
Passive safety measures reduce the risk of injury in accident situations.In this section you will find important info rmation, tips and notes on the subject of
passive safety in your vehicle. We have combined everything here which you should
be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of
children. It is therefore important, in partic ular, to comply with the notes and warnings
in this section for your own interest and in the interest of those travelling with you.
WARNING
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This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants. You will find further information on safety, which
concerns you and those travelling with you, in the following chapters of this
Owner's Manual.
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The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This
applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Safety equipment
The safety equipment is part of the occupant protection and it can
reduce the risk of injuries in accident situations.“Do not put at risk” your safety and the safety of those travelling with you . In the event
of an accident, the safety equipment can redu ce the risk of injuries. The following list
contains part of the safety equipment in your vehicle:
Three-point seat belts for all the seats,
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belt force limiter for front and outer rear seats*,
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belt tensioner for front and outer rear seats*,
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seat belt height adjuster for front seats,
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front airbag for the driver and front passenger,
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driver's knee airbag*,
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front side airbags,
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rear side airbags*,
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head airbags*,
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anchoring points for child seat using the “ISOFIX” system,
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anchoring points for child seat using the “Top Tether” system,
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head restraint adjustable for height,
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adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works togeth er, in order to optimally protect you and
those travelling with you in accident situat ions. The safety equipment does not protect
you or the people travelling with you, if you or your occupants adopt an incorrect
seated position or the equipment is not correctly adjusted or used.
For this reason you will be provided with information on why this equipment is very
important, how it protects you and the occupants, what should be observed when
using the equipment and how you and the peop le travelling with you can make full use
of the existing safety equipment. This Owner's Manual contains important warning
notes, which you and those travelling with you should pay attention to in order to
reduce a risk of injury.
Safety concerns everybody!
Before setting off
The driver is always fully responsibl e for his occupants and for the oper-
ating safety of the vehicle.For your own safety and the safety of the pe ople travelling with you, please pay atten-
tion to the following points before setting off.
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Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
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Inspect the tyre inflation pressure.
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Ensure that all the windows offer a good visibility to the outside.
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Safely attach the items of luggage page 87, “Loading the luggage compartment”.
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Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedal.
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Adjust the mirror, the front seat and the head restraint to match your body size.
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Point out to your occupants that the head restraints must be adjusted to match
their body size.
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Protect the children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat belts
 page 180, “Transporting children safely”.
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Adopt the correct seated position page 162, “Correct seated position”. Also
inform your occupants to adopt the correct seated position.
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Fasten the seat belt correctly. Also inform your occupants to properly fasten the
seat belts page 167, “How are seat belts correctly fastened?”.
What influences the driving safety?
The driving safety is primarily determined by the style of driving and the
personal behaviour of all the occupants.The driver is fully responsible for himself an d his occupants. If your driving safety is
effected, you place yourself and the oncomi ng traffic at risk. Please refer to the
following guidelines.
Do not get distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, e.g. by your occu-
pants or mobile phone calls.
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Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, e.g. through medication, alcohol,
drugs.
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Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
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Adjust the driving speed at all times to the road condition as well as to the traffic
and weather conditions.
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Take regular breaks on long journe ys - at the latest every two hours.
Correct seated positionCorrect seated position for the driver
Correct seated position for the driver is important for safe and relaxed
driving.Fig. 147 The correct distance of the driver from the steering wheel / The correct head restraint
adjustment for the driverFor your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, we
recommend the following setting.
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel and your
chest is at least 25 cm fig. 147 - left.
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Position the driver seat in the forward/back direction so that you are able to fully
press the pedals with your legs at a slight angle.
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Adjust the seat backrest so that you are able to reach the highest point of the
steering wheel with your arms at a slight angle.
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Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head fig. 147 - right.
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Fasten the seat belt correctly page 167, “How are seat belts correctly fastened?”.
Manual driver se at adjustment page 80, “Adjusting the front seats”.
Electrical driver seat adjustment page 81, “Adjusting front seats electrically*”.
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WARNING
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The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match
the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be
correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your
occupants.
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The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel
 page 162, fig. 147 - left. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean
that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
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When driving, hold the st eering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock po sition. Never hold the steering wheel
firmly in the 12 o'clock position or in another way (e.g. in the middle of the
steering wheel or at the inner steering wheel edge). In such cases, injuries to the
arms, the hands and the head can occur when the driver airbag is deployed.
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The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the se at belts and of the airbag system - risk
of injury!
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Ensure that there are no objects in the footwell as any objects may get
behind the pedals during a driving or braking manoeuvre. You would then no
longer be able to operate the clutch, to brake or accelerate.
Correct seated position for the front passenger
The fro n t p assen ger must mai n tai n a d i stan ce of a t l ea st 25 c m from th e
dash panel so that the airbag offers him the greatest possible safety it is
deployed.For the safety of the front passenger and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
accident, we recommend the following setting.
Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible to the rear.
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Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head page 162, fig. 147 - right.
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Fasten the seat belt correctly page 167, “How are seat belts correctly fastened?”.
In exceptional cases the front pass enger airbag can be deactivated page 178,
“Deactivating an airbag”. Manual front passenger adjustment
page 80, “Adjusting the front seats”.
Electrical front passenger seat adjustment page 81, “Adjusting front seats electri-
cally*”.
WARNING
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The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match
the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be
correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your
occupants.
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The front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash
panel. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag
system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
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Always keep your feet in the footwel l when the vehicle is being driven -
never place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the
surfaces of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes
necessary to apply the brake or in the ev ent of an accident. If an airbag is
deployed, you may suffer fatal injuries wh en adopting an incorrect seated posi-
tion!
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The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the se at belts and of the airbag system - risk
of injury!
Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats
Occupants on the rear seats must sit upright, keep the feet in the foot-
well and must have their se at belts correctly fastened.To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an accident,
the occupants on the rear seats must observe the following.
Adjust the head restraints so that the top edge of the head restraints is at the same
level as the upper part of your head page 162, fig. 147 .
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Fasten the seat belt correctly page 167, “How are seat belts correctly fastened?”.
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If you are transporting page 180, “Transporting children safely” children in the
vehicle, please use a suitable child restraint system.
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T h e h e a d re s t ra i n t s m u s t a l w a y s b e a d j u s t e d t o m a t c h t h e b o d y s i z e , i n o rd e r
to offer an optimal protection for you and your occupants.
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Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven - never
put your feet out of the window or on the surfaces of the seats. You will be
exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake or
in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you may suffer fatal injuries
when adopting an incorrect seated position!
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If the occupants on the rear seats are not sitting upright, the risk of injury is
increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt.
Examples of an incorrect seated position
An incorrect seated position can lead to severe injuries or death for the
occupants.Seat belts offer their optimum protection only if the webbing of the seat belts is prop-
erly routed. Incorrect seated positions considerably reduce the protective functions of
the seat belts and therefore increase the risk of injury due to an incorrect routing of the
seat belt. The driver is fully responsible for himself and the occupants, in particular for
the children. Do not permit an occupant to adopt an incorrect seated position when
the car is moving.
The following list contains the examples of seated positions which are dangerous for
the occupants. This list is not complete, howe ver we would like you to get interested in
this subject.
Therefore, while the car is moving never:
stand up in the vehicle,
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stand up on the seats,
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kneel onto the seats,
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tilt the seat backrest fully to the back,
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lean against the dash panel,
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lie on the rear seats,
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only sit on the front area of the seat,
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sit to the side,
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lean out of the window,
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put the feet out of the window,
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put the feet on the dash panel,
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put the feet on the seat upholstery,
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occupy the footwell,
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have the seat belt not fastened,
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occupy the luggage compartment.
WARNING
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If the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position, he is exposed to life-
threatening injuries, in case he is hit by a deployed airbag.
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Before setting off, please adopt the correct seated position and do not
change this seated position while the car is moving. Also advise your occupants
to adopt the correct seated position and not to change this seated position
while the car is moving.
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