2013 SKODA ROOMSTER Owner's Manual

Rear seats
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Setting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal direction
54
Setting theinclination of the seat backrest
54
Fold downseat backrest and seat fold down completely
55
Unlocking and removing seats
55
Adjusting seats in crosswise direction
56
Folding the rear seats into the starting position
56
Setting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal direction
Fig. 37
Releasing at the front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
›
Pull lever
A
» Fig. 37 up in the direction of arrow
1
or pull on the release loop
in direction of arrow
2
and move the seat into the desired position
3
.
WARNINGThe following guidelines must be observed » page 125, Correct seated posi-
tion for the passengers in the rear seats .
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Setting theinclination of the seat backrestFig. 38
Adjusting the seat backrest
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
›
Pull the lever
1
» Fig. 38 and adjust the required inclination of the seat back-
rest.
WARNINGCheck for yourself that the seat backrest is engaged by pulling on it.
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Fold downseat backrest and seat fold down completelyFig. 39
Fold seat fully forwards/lock folded forward seats
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
Folding the seat backrest forwards
›
Put the belt tongue into the opening on the respective side of the vehicle -
safety position.
›
Remove the head restraint from the rear middle seat » page 56, Head re-
straints .
›
Push the outer rear seats towards the rear as far as they will go » page 54, Set-
ting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal direction .
›
Pull lever
1
» Fig. 38 on page 54 and fold the seat backrest completely for-
wards.
›
Pull lever
A
» Fig. 39 up and fold the seat forwards fully.
Folding seats fully forwards and locking them
›
If the outer rear seat is fully folded forward, push it towards the rear as far as it
can go.
›
Pull lever
A
» Fig. 39 up and fold the seat forwards fully.
›
Secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt
B
to a guide rod
of the head restraint in the front seat » Fig. 39.
WARNING■
Immediately lock the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt to a
guide rod of the head restraint for the front seat - risk of injury.■
The following guidelines must be observed » page 125, Correct seated posi-
tion for the passengers in the rear seats .CAUTION■
If the outer seat is not in the rear end position when folding forward, damage
can occur to the locking bolts when unlocking the seat.■
Only keep the seats in the folded forward position for as long as necessary to
transport cargo - there is a risk of damaging the front seat backrests. The seats must be folded back once the cargo has been transported.
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Unlocking and removing seats
Fig. 40
Unlocking the folded forward seat/carrying handles on the seat
cushion
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
›
Fold the seat forward » page 55, Fold downseat backrest and seat fold down
completely .
›
Unlock the folded seat by pressing seat locks
A
» Fig. 40 in the direction of ar-
row
1
.
›
Remove the seat using the carrying handles
B
or
C
.
WARNINGThe following guidelines must be observed » page 125.
Note
The outer seats are not mutually interchangeable. In the rear area the left seat is
marked with the letter L and the right seat with the letter R.
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Adjusting seats in crosswise directionFig. 41
Locking seats
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
›
Remove the middle seat » page 55, Unlocking and removing seats .
›
Fold the outer seat forwards » page 55, Fold downseat backrest and seat fold
down completely and unlock » Fig. 40 on page 55.
›
Move the folded forward and unlocked seat on the guide towards the middle of
the vehicle up to the stop.
›
Lock the folded seat by pressing seat locks
A
» Fig. 41 in the direction of the
arrow.
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Folding the rear seats into the starting position
Fig. 42
Folding the seat backrest back
into positionFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.›
If the seat has been removed, first position it on the guide and lock it in place » Fig. 41 on page 56. Pull the seat upwards to ensure that the seat is
locked correctly.
›
Fold the seat in the horizontal position until it can be heard to click. Check for yourself that the seat can no longer be lifted by pulling it up.
›
Press the lever » Fig. 42 and fold back the seat backrest. Check for yourself that
the seat backrest is engaged by pulling on it.
›
Remove the tongue of the lock from the safety position.
WARNING■ The belt locks must be in their original position after folding back the seat
cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely latched in position so that no objects
from the luggage compartment can slip into the passenger compartment un-
der sudden braking – there is a risk of injury.
■
When folding the seat backrest always make sure that it has safely locked
into position, this is confirmed by the position and a visible marking on the
cover of the lever.
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Head restraints
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
headrest adjust
57
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor-
rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec-
tion for the occupants » page 124. 
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WARNING■The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.■
Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.
■
If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position.
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headrest adjust
Fig. 43
Head restraint: adjusting/removing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 56.
Setting height
›
Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it upwards as re-
quired » Fig. 43 - 
.
›
To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety but-
ton » Fig. 43 - 
with one hand and push the head restraint down with the oth-
er hand.
Removing/installing
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 43 - 
and pull the
head restraint out.
›
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place.
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Boot
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class N1 vehicles
58
Fastening elements
58
Folding hooks
59
Fixing nets
59
Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment
59
Boot cover
60
Net partition
60
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
›
Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
›
Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the fixing net » page 58 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic en-
ergy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the ve-
hicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
weighing 4.5 kg produces energy corresponding to 20 times its own weight. This
means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
WARNING■ Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing eyes.■Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – there is a
risk of death. 
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WARNING (Continued)■Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling properties
of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of acci-
dent! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un-
suitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking
manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from being thrown for-
ward, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached to the lashing eyes.
■
The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of injury!
■
When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and dangerous in the
boot that has been enlarged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers transported on the other rear seats » page 125, Cor-
rect seated position for the passengers in the rear seats .
■
If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that the
seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■
Never drive with the luggage compartment lid open or ajar, as otherwise ex-
haust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Under no circumstances should the permissible axle loads and the permissi-
ble total vehicle weight be exceeded – risk of accident!
■
Never transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not dam-
aged as a result of abrasive objects.
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 173, Service life of tyres .
Class N1 vehicles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 57.
On class N1 vehicles, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set which complies with the standard EN 12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening the
load.
The proper functioning of the electrical system is essential for the safe operation
of the vehicle. It is important to ensure that it is not damaged during modifica-
tions or when loading or unloading the luggage compartment.
Fastening elements
Fig. 44
Boot: Lashing eyes and fasten-
ing elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 57.
The following fastening elements are found in the luggage compart-
ment » Fig. 44 .
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements for fastening fixing nets.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes is 3.5 kN (350 kg).
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Folding hooksFig. 45
Boot: folding hooks
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 57.
Folding hooks » Fig. 45 for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are
provided on both sides of the luggage compartment.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7.5 kg.
Fixing nets
Fig. 46
Fixing net: double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net/double vertical
pockets
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 57.
Fixing examples of the fixing net as a double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net » Fig. 46 -  and double vertical pockets » Fig. 46 -  .
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy objects
are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.■Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.
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Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 57.
You can fix the raised floor cover between the backrests and the luggage com- partment cover, if one needs to reach the spare wheel.
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Boot coverFig. 47
Removing the luggage compartment cover/luggage compartment
cover in the lower position
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 57.
The boot cover can be removed if you wish to transport bulky goods.
›
Unhook support straps
1
» Fig. 47 .
›
Fold the luggage compartment cover forwards a little.
›
Remove the cover from the holders
2
by pulling towards the rear, or by lightly
knocking on the underside of the cover in the area between the holders.
›
To reinstall, first of all push the luggage compartment cover into the holders
2
and then hook the support straps
1
on the boot lid.
The luggage compartment cover can also be fitted in the lower position on the
supporting elements » Fig. 47 - 
.
The procedure of installing or removing is identical. In this position you can store smaller objects up on the luggage compartment cover up to a total weight of 2.5 kg.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could be
endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with something.CAUTIONPlease ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not dam-
aged as a result of objects placed in this area.
Note
When opening the boot lid, the luggage compartment cover is lifted up at the
same time- risk that objects placed in this area can slip forward!
Net partition
Fig. 48
Using the net partition behind the front/rear seats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 57.
The net partition can either be installed behind the rear seats or behind the front
seats.
Installing the net partition behind the rear seats
›
Remove the boot cover » page 60, Boot cover .
›
Remove the net partition from the bag.
›
Unfold both parts of the cross rod until they are heard to engage.
›
First insert the rod into the mount
B
» Fig. 48 on one side and push it forwards.
In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount
B
on the other side of the
vehicle.
›
Hang the carabines
C
at the ends of the belt into the lashing eyes behind the
rear seats.
›
Pull the belt through the tensioning clasp on both sides- first of all on the one side and then on the other side. 
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Removing the net partition›Undo the belts on both sides and unhook the carabiners C » Fig. 48 .›
Push the cross rod first of all on the one side and then on the other side to-
wards the rear.
›
Remove the cross rod from the mounts
B
.
Packing the net partition
›
Press the red button on hinge
A
» Fig. 48 - the hinge breaks.
›
Put the net partition folded together in the bag and close it.
›
Attach the bag with the aid of the plastic carabines to the eyes on the left and
right boot trim panel.
Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats is carried out anal-
ogously as behind the rear seats. Use the lower fixing eyes on the carrier rails in
order to attach the carabines. To enlarge the boot, the rear seats can be removed.
Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats with variable load- ing floor » page 61 is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats without
variable loading floor. To attach the carabines, use the lower eyes at the fixing
wedges on the front part of the variable loading floor.
The opening
D
» Fig. 48 in the net partition is designed to pass the three-point
seat belt » page 130 , Seat belt for the rear middle seat through.
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Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment
(Estate)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Dividing up the luggage compartment with variable loading floor
61
Removing and refitting the variable loading floor
62
Removing/installing the carrier rails
62
Removing/installing the lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
63
The variable loading floor makes handling of bulky items of luggage easier.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg.NoteThe room under the variable loading floor can be used to stow objects.
Dividing up the luggage compartment with variable loading
floor
Fig. 49
Dividing the boot
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 61.
›
Lift up the part with the holder and secure it by sliding it into the grooves
marked with the arrows » Fig. 49.
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