2013 SKODA ROOMSTER warning

›Position the clamp with the rubber part to the front (in direction of travel) as
low down on the seat post as possible and lock it » Fig. 56 -  .›
When transporting two bicycles, stretch the belt » Fig. 56 -  between the sad-
dles by moving the bicycles apart.
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Hook the carabiners on the ends of the belt into the lashing eyes behind the rear seats » Fig. 56 -  .
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Pull the belt through the tensioning clasps on both sides in turn.
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If necessary, you can correct the position of the bicycles in the vehicle.
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Roof rack system
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Roof load
65WARNING■ 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.
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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.■The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be ob-
served when handling roof racks.■
Ensure that the boot 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.
Note
If the vehicle is not factory-equipped with a roof rack, it can be purchased from
the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Roof load
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 65.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 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:
Cupholders
66
Ashtray
66
Cigarette lighter
67
12-volt power outlet
67
Clothes hook
68
Car park ticket holder
68
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WARNING■Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down while you are driving (under acceleration or when cornering) and could
distract you from the traffic - there is a risk of an accident.■
Make sure that no objects from the centre console or from other storage
compartments can get into the driver's footwell while you are driving. You
would then no longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or ac-
celerator pedal – there is a risk of an accident.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays.
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Cupholders
Fig. 57
Cup holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 65.
Two beverage containers can be placed in the recesses
A
» Fig. 57 .
One beverage container can be placed into the recess
B
.
WARNING■ Never put hot cups in the cup holder. They may spill if the vehicle moves –
there is a risk of scalding.■
No objects should be placed in the holders that might endanger the vehi-
cle's occupants if the vehicle brakes suddenly or the vehicle is in collision.
■
Do not use any cups or beakers made of fragile material (e.g. glass, porce-
lain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.
CAUTIONDo 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.
Ashtray
Fig. 58
Centre console: Ashtray at the front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 65.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing
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Pull out the ashtray » Fig. 58 upwards.
Fitting
›
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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Cigarette lighterFig. 59
Centre console: Cigarette lighter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 65.
Operation
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Press in the button in the cigarette lighter » Fig. 59.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNING■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper use of the cigarette
lighter can cause burns.■
The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the
ignition key withdrawn. Therefore never leave children unattended in the ve-
hicle.
Note
The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12Volt socket for electrical ap-
pliances » page 67 .
12-volt power outletFig. 60
Boot: Power socket
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 65.
Overview of the 12-volt power socket
In the front centre console » Fig. 59 on page 67.
In the luggage compartment » Fig. 60.
Using the power socket
›
Remove the cover from power socket or cigarette lighter, or open the cover for
the power socket.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
WARNING■ Improper use of the 12-volt power socket and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. The 12-volt power socket
and any connected appliances can also be operated when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn.
■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The 12-volt power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical
accessories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-
trical system can be damaged. 67Seats and stowing

■If electrical consumers are switched on when the engine is not running, this will
cause the car battery to discharge – risk of battery discharge!■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the 12-volt power socket.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in
accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Before turning the ignition on or off, and before starting the car, switch off the
device connected to the 12-volt power socket to prevent any damage caused by
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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Clothes hook
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 65.
The clothes hooks are located on the handle of the headliner above each of therear doors.
WARNING■ Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to
the rear.■
Only use the hooks for hanging light items of clothing and ensure that there
are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.
■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise this
may reduce the effectiveness of head airbags.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Car park ticket holderFig. 61
Windscreen: Parking ticket hold-
er
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 65.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not
to restrict the driver's vision.
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Storage compartments
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
69
Cooling the storage compartment on the front passenger side
69
Storage compartment on the driver's side
70
storage pockets on the front seats
70
sunglasses compartment
70
Storage compartment in the front centre console
71
storage compartment under the front seat
71
Front armrest with storage compartment
71
folding table in the middle back seat
72
slots in the doors
72
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stowage compartments in the luggage73Flexible storage compartment73WARNING■Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down while you are driving (under acceleration or when cornering) and could
distract you from the traffic - there is a risk of an accident.■
Make sure that no objects from the centre console or from other storage
compartments can get into the driver's footwell while you are driving. You
would then no longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or ac-
celerator pedal – there is a risk of an accident.
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Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 62
Dash panel: Storage compart-
ments on the front passenger
side
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 68.
Open/close
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Pull the cover handle in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 62
and fold down the
cover.
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Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
A pin holder is located inside the lower flap.
WARNINGThe storage compartments must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
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Cooling the storage compartment on the front passenger sideFig. 63
Storage compartment: Using
cooling system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 68.
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Use the rotary switch » Fig. 63 to open and close the air supply.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows
cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or inte-rior air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the cool-ing system for the storage compartment is not being used.
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Storage compartment on the driver's sideFig. 64
Dash panel: Storage compart-
ment on the driver's side
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 68.
The open stowage compartment below the light switch » Fig. 64.
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storage pockets on the front seats
Fig. 65
Front seat rests: Map pockets
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 68.
Map pockets are located on the rear of the seat backrests » Fig. 65.
The map pockets are intended for storage of maps, magazines, etc.
WARNINGNever put heavy items in the map pockets – risk of injury.CAUTIONDo not put any large items such as bottles or sharp objects into the map pockets,
as the pockets and the seat covers could be damaged.
sunglasses compartment
Fig. 66
Detail of the headliner: Glasses
storage box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 68.
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Press on the bar in the cover of the glasses storage. The compartment folds down » Fig. 66 .
WARNINGThe compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the spec-
tacles and otherwise must be kept closed.
CAUTION
■ Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box - they may be
damaged.■
The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 250 g.
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Storage compartment in the front centre consoleFig. 67
Centre console: Stowage com-
partment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 68.
The open stowage compartment in the centre console » Fig. 67.
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storage compartment under the front seat
Fig. 68
Front seat: Stowage compart-
ment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 68.
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Pull the handle to open the lid » Fig. 68.
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When closing the lid, hold the handle until the compartment is closed.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.CAUTIONThe storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1 kg. in
weight.
Front armrest with storage compartment
Fig. 69
Armrest: Storage compartment/open storage compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 68.
Fold the armrest forwards
›
Press the lower button on the end of the armrest » Fig. 69 - 
.
›
Fold the arm rest forward and release the button again.
Opening the storage compartment
›
Press the upper button and open the cover of the stowage compartment up- wards » Fig. 69 - 
.
Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded forwards.
In city traffic the armrest should not be folded forwards.
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folding table in the middle back seatFig. 70
Rear seats: Armrest
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 68.
The centre seat back can be used as an armrest forward or table with cup hold-
ers » Fig. 70 by folding it forwards » page 55, Fold downseat backrest and seat
fold down completely .
Two beverage containers can be placed into the recesses.
WARNING■ Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. They may spill if the
vehicle moves – there is a risk of scalding.■
Do not use any cups or beakers made of fragile material (e.g. glass, porce-
lain). 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.■
If the middle rear seat backrest should be folded forward for lengthy periods,
then make sure that the belt locks are not located below it - this can warp the
upholstery or fabric.
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slots in the doorsFig. 71
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 68.
There is a bottle holder at
B
» Fig. 71 of the pocket in the front doors.
WARNINGUse the section A » Fig. 71 of the door pocket only for storing objects which
do not project so that the effectiveness of the side airbag is not impaired.
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