2011 SKODA FABIA remove seats

Note
If the variable loading floor is installed in the luggage compartment, no flexible
storage compartment or fixing net can be installed ⇒ 
page 58.
Remove carrier rails Fig. 51 Luggage compartment: Slacken check points/remove carrier rails
Remove carrier rails
–
Slacken the check points B on the carrier rails using the vehicle key or a flat
screwdriver ⇒ fig. 51

.
– Grasp the carrier rail A at the position
1 ⇒
 fig. 51
and slacken it by pulling in
the direction of the arrow. You can take out the removable storage compart-
ments in order to facilitate the removal ⇒ page 71, Removeable storage com-
partments in the luggage compartment.
– Grasp the carrier rail A at the position
2 , slacken it by pulling in the direction
of the arrow and take it out.
– The carrier rail on the other side of the luggage compartment can be removed
in the same way.
Install carrier rails
– Position the carrier rails on the sides of the luggage compartment.
– Press both check points on each carrier rail up to the stop.
– Check the attachment of the carrier rails by pulling it. WARNING
Pay attention when installing that the carrier rails and the variable loading
floor are correctly fixed, otherwise the occupants are at risk. 
Dividing the luggage compartment with variable loading floor Fig. 52 Divide the luggage compartment
The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor.
– Lift up the part with the holder and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
⇒ fig. 52 . 
Luggage net partition (Combi) Use the luggage net partition behind the rear seats Fig. 53 Pull out the rear bulkhead/roll up
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Pulling out
–
Open the right rear door.
– Fold down the rear seat backrests slightly forwards, which makes it possible to
clear the access for unrolling the rear bulkhead.
– Pull the rear bulkhead at the bracket A out of the housing
B in direction of
the holders C .
⇒  fig. 53
– Insert the cross rod into one of the mounts C .
– 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 seat backrest ⇒  .
Folding
– 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 C ⇒ fig. 53.
– Hold the cross rod in such a way that the luggage net partition can roll up
slowly and without damage into the housing B .
If you wish to use the entire luggage compartment, you can remove the foldable
luggage compartment cover ⇒ page 59. 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 Cin the front position!
●
If the rear bulkhead is located behind the rear seats, then always make
sure that the rear seat backrest is correctly interlocked
. Use the luggage net partition behind the front seats
Fig. 54 Pull out the rear bulkhead/roll up
Pulling out
–
Open the right rear door.
– Fold the surfaces of the seats and seat backrests of the rear seats forward.
– Pull the luggage net partition at the bracket A out of the housing
B ⇒
 fig. 54 .
– First of all insert the cross rod into the mount C on one side.
– 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.
Folding
– 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 C ⇒ fig. 54
.
– Hold the cross rod in such a way that the luggage net partition can roll up
slowly and without damage into the housing B .
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position. WARNING
First check for yourself that the cross road is inserted into the mounts C in
the front position! 62
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Removing and installing the luggage net partition housing
Fig. 55 Rear seats: Luggage net parti-
tion 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 rear bulkhead A ⇒ fig. 55
in the direction of arrow 1 and take it out
of the mounts of the rear seat backrests on the right in the direction of arrow 2 .
Install
– Position the luggage net partition housing into the mounts in the rear seat
backrests.
– Push the luggage net partition housing in the opposite direction of arrow 1as far as the stop.
– Fold the rear seats back into its original position. Bicycle holder in the luggage compartment
Install cross member Fig. 56 Install cross member
– Remove the luggage compartment cover ⇒ 
page 59; if necessary we recom-
mend you remove the rear bulkhead ⇒ page 63.
– Take the head restraints out of the rear seat backrests and fold the rear seats
in order to extend the luggage compartment as desired.
– Release the fixtures B at the ends of the cross member by fully loosening and
slightly pulling up the securing screws C . 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 A onto the left
lashing eye.
– Press the fixtures B on both sides of the cross member until they lock in
place and tighten the securing screws C .
– Check the attachment of the cross member by pulling it. WARNING
When transporting bicycles in the luggage compartment, ensure the safety of
passengers . 63
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Install bicycle carrier
Fig. 57 Install bicycle carrier
– Position the approved bicycle carrier on the cross member, after pulling up the
screw A ⇒ fig. 57 push the frame side rail (alu-part) towards the cross mem-
ber until the socket latches, and screw the screw A into the nut.
– Slacken the screw B and take it out of the moveable part of the fixture; posi-
tion 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 moveable part of the fixture in such a position that
the holes are visible between the screw A and the moveable part.
– Insert the screw B into the desired position and tighten.

Put bicycle into the bicycle carrier Fig. 58 Put in the bicycle/fastening the front wheel
–
Remove the front wheel before putting the bicycle into the vehicle. –
Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier and ad-
just according to the width of the bicycle fork.
– Fit the bicycle fork onto the fixing axle and tighten with the quick tension jack
⇒ fig. 58 - left.
– Position the left pedal of the bicycle forward, in order to attach the front
wheel more easily.
– Slacken the screw A ⇒ fig. 57 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 movea-
ble part of the bicycle carrier in such a way that no collision can occur
⇒ page 64 .
– 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. 58
- right,
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 bicy-
cle analogously. WARNING
Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision be-
tween 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. 64
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You can place one cup or beverage can into the recess
⇒  fig. 62. WARNING
● Do not place any hot beverages into the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill - risk of scalding!
● Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident. CAUTION
Do not open the beverages in the cup holder while driving. There is a risk of spill-
ing e.g. when braking and therefore the electrical components or the seat uphols-
tery can be damaged. 
Parking ticket holder Fig. 63 Windscreen: Parking ticket hold-
er
The parking ticket holder is designed e.g. for attaching a car park ticket in parking
areas.
The parking ticket must be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the
driver's vision. Ashtray Fig. 64 Centre console: Ashtray at the front/rear
Removing ashtray
–
Remove the ashtray ⇒ fig. 64 upwards. When removing do not hold the ash-
tray at the cover - risk of breakage.
Replacing ashtray
– Insert the ashtray vertically. WARNING
Never lay flammable objects in the ashtray basin - risk of fire! 67
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Cigarette lighters and power sockets
Cigarette lighter You can also use the socket on the cigarette lighter for other elec-
trical appliances.
Fig. 65 Centre console: Cigarette lighter
Using the cigarette lighter
– Press in the button of the cigarette lighter ⇒ fig. 65.
– Wait until the button jumps forward.
– Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use it.
– Insert the cigarette lighter again into the socket.
Using the socket
– Remove the cigarette lighter or the cover of the power socket.
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to additional electrical
accessories with a power uptake up to 120 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
Always use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket. Note
● Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
● Further information ⇒ page 169, Accessories, changes and replacement of
parts . 
Power socket in the luggage compartment Fig. 66 Luggage compartment: Power
socket
– Open the cover of the power socket ⇒ 
fig. 66 .
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
You can only use the power socket for the connection of approved electrical ac-
cessories with a power uptake up to 120 watts. The vehicle battery will be dis-
charged in the process if the engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒ page 68, Cigarette lighter

.
Further information ⇒ page 169, Accessories, changes and replacement of parts. 
Storage compartments Overview You will find the following storage facilities in your vehicle:
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Front seat armrest with storage compartment
Fig. 73 Armrest: Storage compartment/open storage compartment
Fold the armrest
–
Press the bottom button on the face end of the armrest ⇒ fig. 73 on the left.
Fold the armrest forwards and release the button.
Opening stowage compartment
– Press the top button and fold up the cover of the storage compartment
⇒ fig. 73 on the right. Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded down. In
city traffic the armrest should not be folded down. 
Storage compartment in the front doors Fig. 74 Stowage compartment in door
panelA bottle holder is located in the area
B of the storage compartment for the front
doors. WARNING
Use the area A ⇒ fig. 74
of the storage compartment only for storing objects
which do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not im-
paired. 
Removeable storage compartments in the luggage compartment Fig. 75 Removeable storage compart-
ments
A storage box is located on both sides in the side trim panel of the luggage com-
partment. ⇒ fig. 75 CAUTION
The removeable storage boxes are intended for storing small objects of up to
2.5 kg in weight.  71
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The speed of the vehicle is, nevertheless, the most important factor. Doubling the
speed of the vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour increases the kinetic energy
four times.
The common opinion that it is possible to support your body in a minor accident
with your hands, is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low speed, the forces
acting on the body are such that it is no longer possible to support your body.
Even if you only drive at a speed within the range from 30 km/hour to 50 km/hour,
the forces which are produced on your body in the event of an accident can easily
exceed 10.000 N (Newton). This equals a weight of one tonne (1 000 kg).
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the vehicle not wearing a seat belt
are thrown forward and strike in an uncontrolled way parts of the interior of the
vehicle, such as steering wheel, dash panel, windshield
⇒ fig. 98 - left. The occu-
pants of a vehicle who have not fastened their seat belts may even be thrown out
of the vehicle. This can result in fatal injuries.
It is also important that rear seat occupants fasten their seat belts as they will
otherwise be thrown through the vehicle in an uncontrolled manner in the event
of an accident A rear seat passenger who has not fastened the seat belt is a dan-
ger not only to himself but also for those seated at the front ⇒ fig. 98 - right. 
Important safety information regarding the use of
seat belts The correct use of the seat belts considerably reduces the risk of
injury!
WARNING
● The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twisted,
or chafe against any sharp edges.
● It is important that the belt webbing is properly routed if the seat belts are
to offer their maximum protection ⇒ page 111, How are seat belts correctly
fastened? .
● No two persons (also not children) should ever use a single seat belt to-
gether.
● The maximum protection which seat belts can offer is only achieved if you
are correctly seated ⇒ page 106, Correct seated position
. WARNING (Continued)
● The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. specta-
cles, ball-point pens, keys etc.) as this may be a cause of injuries.
● Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jacket)
do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of the
seat belts.
● It is prohibited to use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e. g. for
shortening the belts for smaller persons).
● The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct
one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to pro-
tect and the risk of injury increases.
● The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear
otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.
● The three-point seat belt for the rear middle seat can only fulfil its func-
tion reliably when the backrests are correctly locked into position ⇒ page 55.
● The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may im-
pair proper operation of the inertia reel ⇒ page 149

, Seat belts.
● The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked by paper or similar objects
otherwise the belt tongue will not lock in place properly.
● Inspect the seat belts regularly to ensure they are in good condition. If you
find seat belts which have damage to the belt, the seat belt connections, to
the inertia reel or to the lock, the relevant seat belt must be replaced by a
specialist garage.
● The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not make
an attempt to repair the seat belts yourself.
● Damaged seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident
and were therefore stretched, must be replaced - this is best done by a spe-
cialist garage. The anchorage points of the belts must also be inspected. The
anchorage points for the belts should also be checked.
● In certain countries it is possible to use seat belts which differ in terms of
their operation from the seat belts which are described on the pages which
follow. Note
The vehicles of the category N1 are not equipped with the middle seat belt on the
rear seats. The vehicle is only approved for four persons. 110
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