2013 SKODA CITIGO ECU

CAUTIONMake sure that the luggage compartment cover is correctly engaged in the sideholders 2 » Fig. 44 - risk of damage to luggage compartment cover/luggage
compartment.
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Variable loading floor
Fig. 45
Variable loading floor: open / fold
Fig. 46
Enlarge luggage compartment: down / forward
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 46.
Open/close
›
Grasp the load floor at handle
1
and raise to the stop in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 45 .
›
Close the load floor against the direction of the arrow.
Expanding luggage compartment downwards›Lift the load floor and push into the grooves » Fig. 46 -  .›
Place the load floor on the base of the luggage compartment.
Expanding luggage compartment forwards
›
Remove the boot cover » page 48.
›
Remove the rear head restraints » page 45.
›
Fold the rear seat backrests forward » page 45.
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Roof rack system
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
50
Roof load
50WARNING■ The transported items on the roof rack must be securely attached – risk of
accident!■
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or
tensioning straps.
■
Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.
■
Transporting heavy or large objects on the roof rack alters the handling
properties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity or
the increased wind exposure area – risk of accident! The style of driving and
speed must therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total vehi-
cle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s.■When dealing with roof racks, the installation instructions supplied with the
roof luggage rack system must be observed. 49Seats and stowing

■On vehicles with a panoramic sliding roof, make sure that the tilted panoramic
sliding roof not strike any items which are transported.■
Ensure that the luggage compartment lid does not hit the roof load when
opened.
■
The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system
and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available clear-
ances, such as underpasses and garage doors.
■
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated car
wash.
■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
fixing points for base support
Fig. 47
Attachment points
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 49.
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.
Roof load
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 49.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 50 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be loa-
ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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Useful equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Cup holder
51
Ash tray
51
Cigarette lighter
52
12-volt power socket
52
Clothes hooks
53
Parking ticket holder
53WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident.■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or accelerator pedal –
risk of accident!
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
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50Using the system

Cup holderFig. 48
Centre console: Cup holder at the front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 50.
The cup holder is located in the front » Fig. 48 - 
and rear » Fig. 48 - 
of the
centre console.
Fixing cups in the front cup holder
Fold the cup holder clip » Fig. 48 - 
towards the front.
Place the cup into the cup holder so that the cup holder clip surrounds the cup securely.
WARNING■ Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill – risk of scalding!■
No objects should be placed in the drinks holders, as the vehicle occupants
could be endangered if sudden braking occurs or the vehicle collides with
something.
■
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 leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the elec-
trical components or seat upholstery.
Ash trayFig. 49
Front centre console: Ashtrays
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 50.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Open/close
›
To open, raise the cover of the ash tray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 49.
›
To close, press the cover of the ash tray fully downwards.
Removing
›
Pull out the ashtray upwards » .
Installing
›
Insert the ashtray vertically.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
CAUTION
When removing, do not hold the ashtray at the cover – risk of breakage.
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Multimedia holderFig. 59
Front centre console: Multimedia
holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
The multimedia holder can be found in the stowage compartment of the front
centre console » Fig. 59.
You can use this holder to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3 player or similar devi-
ces.
WARNINGNever use the multimedia holder as an ashtray or for storing flammable ob-
jects – risk of fire!
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Meshed pockets on the front seat rests
Fig. 60
Front seat rests: Meshed pockets
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 53.
The insides of the front seat rests have meshed pockets » Fig. 60.
These meshed pockets are designed for small, light objects, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
WARNINGYou can use the meshed pockets to store items with a gross weight of up to
150 g. Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the meshed pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with
sharp edges – risk of damaging the meshed pockets.
Storage compartments in front of the rear seats
Fig. 61
In front of the rear seats: Stow-
age compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
There are open stowage compartments located in front of the rear seats » Fig. 61.
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56Using the system

Multifunction deviceMove & FunFig. 65
Cap of the opening for the cradle
of the multifunction device
Fig. 66
Cradle on the multifunction device/multifunction device
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 63.
Removing the cap
›
Insert a slotted screwdriver into the recess marked with an arrow » Fig. 65 and
fold the cover carefully upwards.
Installing the cradle for the navigation unit
›
Place the cradle into the opening of the centre section of the dash panel from above, press it down until it latches » .
Installing the multifunctional device
›
Firstly, place the multifunction device into the top holder
B
» Fig. 66 and press
it on the underside of the cradle until it latches » .
Setting the tilt of the multifunction device›You can set the tilt to the required position by moving the multifunction device
in the direction of the arrows » Fig. 66 » .
Removing the multifunction device
›
With one hand, secure the multifunction device on the upper and lower edge.
›
Using the other hand, press the release button
C
» Fig. 66 and remove the de-
vice.
›
Store the multifunction device in a safe place to avoid damaging it.
Removing the cradle on the multifunction device
›
Grab hold of the cradle with one hand.
›
With the other hand, press the release button
A
» Fig. 66 .
›
Remove the cradle from the dash panel from above.
›
Seal the opening for the cradle in the dash panel with the cover » Fig. 65.
Loading the user manual
›
Switch on the multifunction device by pressing button
D
» Fig. 66 .
›
Press the button more on the screen.
›
Press the button Manual on the screen.
›
Call up the required chapter by pressing the appropriate button.
Functions of the multifunction device
› Navigation, TMC traffic information, lane assistance, and speed assistant.
› Operating the radio, media player and multimedia devices connected via Blue-
tooth ®
.
› Displaying information from the MFD, rev counter and coolant tempera-
ture » page 10 .
› Hands-free device for mobile phones coupled with the multifunction device via
Bluetooth ®
.
› Indicator for opened bonnet, doors and luggage compartment lid.
› Display from the visual parking system (OPS).
› Image viewer.
› The toll service Live services - traffic, radar to measure the speed on the road,
weather and news search in the Yelpsystem.
› Route planning with consideration of the CNG filling station network (multi-
stop). 
64Using the system

WARNING■Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle. Only use the system such that you
are in full control of your vehicle in every traffic situation – risk of accident!■
The multifunction device must always slot securely into the cradle or be
safely stored in the vehicle.
■
Unsecured or incorrectly secured multifunction devices may be thrown
through the interior of the vehicle and cause injuries in a sudden driving or
braking manoeuvre or accident.
■
Adjust the volume to ensure that acoustic signals from outside, e.g. sirens
from vehicles which have the right of way, such as police, ambulance and fire
brigade vehicles, can be heard at all time.
■
High volumes can cause hearing damage.
CAUTION
■ Improper tilt settings can damage both the multifunction device and the cradle.■Always take the multifunction device with you when leaving the vehicle to pro-
tect it from extreme temperatures and strong sunlight. Extreme ambient temper- atures can impair the functioning of the multifunction device and may damage
the device.■
Moisture can damage the electrical contacts in the dash panel for the portable
multifunction device.
■
Never use water when cleaning the navigation unit cradle. Always use a dry
cloth instead.
■
Install/remove the multifunction device cradle without the multifunction device
in it.
■
Do not install/remove the multifunction device until the cradle for the multi-
function device has been installed into the dash panel.
Note
The range of the Bluetooth ®
connection to the hands-free system is restricted to
the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles be-
tween the devices and mutual interferences with other devices. If your mobile phone is e.g. in a jacket pocket, this can lead to difficulties when establishing the
Bluetooth ®
connection with the hands-free system or the data transfer.
65Communication and multimedia

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Safety equipment
90
Before setting off
90
What influences the driving safety?
91
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the subject
of passive safety in your vehicle.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for exam- ple, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of children.
WARNING■ This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants.■
You can find further information on safety concerning you and those travel-
ling with you in the following chapters of this owner's manual.
■
The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This ap-
plies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
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Safety equipment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 90.
The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle.
› Three-point seat belts for all the seats.
› Belt force limiters for the front seats.
› Belt tensioners for the front seats.
› Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger.
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Head, thorax, driver and front seat passenger side airbag with head restraint
function;
› Anchoring points for child seats using the ISOFIX system.
› Anchoring points for child seats using the TOP TETHER system.
› Height-adjustable rear head restraints;
› Height-adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works together, in order to optimally protect you
and those travelling with you in accident situations.
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.
If the seat belt is not fastened properly, this may result in injuries if an airbag is activated in the event of an accident.
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Before setting off
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 90.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay
attention to the following points before setting off.
› Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
› Check the tyre inflation pressure.
› Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
› Secure all items of luggage
» page 46, Luggage compartment .
› Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
› Adjust the rear mirror and the front seat to your body size.
› Advise your passengers on the back seats to adjust the head restraints to their
body size.
› Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
belts » page 103 , Transporting children safely .
› Adopt the correct seated position
» page 91, Correct seated position . Tell your
passengers to assume the correct seated position.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt. Also inform passengers to fasten the seat belt
correctly » page 96 , Fastening and unfastening seat belts .
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90Safety

Seat belts
Using seat belts
Introduction
Fig. 86
Driver wearing seat belt
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
The physical principle of a frontal collision
95
Fastening and unfastening seat belts
96
Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an ac-
cident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival in the
event of a major accident.
Correctly fastened seat belts hold occupants of the car in the correct seated posi-
tion » Fig. 86 .
The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy (energy of motion) to a considerable ex-
tent. They also prevent uncontrolled movements which, in turn, may well result in
severe injuries.
Occupants of a vehicle who have correctly fastened their seat belts have the ma-
jor benefit of the fact that the kinetic energy is absorbed as effectively as possi-
ble by the belts.
The structure of the front end of the vehicle and other passive safety measures,
such as the airbag system, also contribute to the kinetic energy being reduced as
effectively as possible. The energy produced is thus absorbed and there is less
risk of injury.
Particular safety aspects must be observed when transporting children in the ve-
hicle » page 103 , Transporting children safely .
WARNING■
Fasten your seat belt before each journey – even when driving in town! This
also applies to the passengers seated at the rear – risk of injury!■
Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt. This is the only way of
ensuring optimal protection for the unborn child » page 96.
■
Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seat-
ed » page 91 , Correct seated position .
■
The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear
otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for the correct routing of the seat belt.■Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed. Seat
belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in
minor accidents.■
A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is
moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then sud-
denly held firm by the belt.
■
The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. specta-
cles, ball-point pens, bunches of keys etc.). Such objects can cause injury.
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for handling the seat belts.■The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twisted,
or chafe against any sharp edges.■
Make sure you do not catch the seat belt when closing the door.
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for the proper use of the seat belts.■Never use one seat belt to secure two persons (including children). The
seatbelt must not be placed over a child who is sitting on the lap of another
passenger.■
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. 
94Safety