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Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 83 first.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 86
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets
Fastening element only for fastening fixing nets
Lashing eyes only for fastening fixing nets
The upper front lashing eye
C
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest.
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes
A
is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).
CAUTION
The lashing eyelets A cannot be used for attaching bags and nets when the
variable loading floor is in the upper position » page 891)
.ABCFixing netsFig. 87
Fastening examples for nets
Fig. 88
Fastening vertical pocket
Read and observe and on page 83 first.
Securing of the nets » Fig. 87 and » Fig. 88
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
Vertical pocket (only applies to some vehicles)
The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy ob-
jects are not secured adequately – risk of injury. ABC1)
Applies to vehicles with a variable loading floor.
84Operation
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gaged with the bolts on the side trim. In the back, the cover must be secured
at both ends under the latching.
In the lower position, the cover is designed for storing small objects up to a
weight of 2.5 kg in total.
Roll-up cover
Fig. 93
Roll-up cover: Pull-out / roll-up / remove
Read and observe
and on page 83 first.
Pulling out
›
Grasp the cover on handle
A
and pull it out in the direction of the arrow
1
until it clicks audibly into the secured position » Fig. 93.
Rolling up
›
Push the cover in the area of handle
A
in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 93 .
The cover rolls up automatically.
Removing
›
The cover can be rolled up before removing.
›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and remove
the cover in the arrow direction
4
» Fig. 93 .
Inserting
›
First insert the cover on the left side.
›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and insert the
cover against arrow direction
4
» Fig. 93 .
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover. There is the danger
of injuries during sudden braking or vehicle impact.
Storage compartments under the floor
Fig. 94
Fold the floor back / storage compartment under the floor
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and on page 83 first.
The storage compartment is located under the luggage compartment floor
» Fig. 94 -
.
›
Lift the rear portion of the floor and fold forward in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 94 -
.
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 15 kg. in weight in total.
CAUTION
■ The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the storage
compartment. ■ Do not store any sharp objects in the storage compartment.
■ Place the items carefully into the storage compartment.
■ Do not place pressure on any points in the storage compartment.87Transporting and practical equipment
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Cargo elementFig. 95
Removing cargo element/example on how to mount the load by
means of the cargo element
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and on page 83 first.
The Cargo element can be stored under the floor in the boot.
The cargo element is designed for attaching and securing objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Usage of Cargo element
›
Remove the cargo element in the direction of arrow » Fig. 95 -
.
›
The Cargo element with Velcro element allows fastening near the rear seats
on the floor of the luggage compartment » Fig. 95 -
.
Flexible storage compartment
Fig. 96
Flexible storage compartment
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The flexible storage compartment can be installed on either side of the boot
» Fig. 96 .
Fitting›Place both ends of the storage compartment into the openings on the right
side panel of the boot.›
Push the storage compartment down to lock it.
Removing
›
Grasp the storage compartment on the two upper corners.
›
Remove the storage compartment by pulling upwards and then towards you.
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Class N1 vehicles
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and on page 83 first.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op-
eration. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged
during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and
unloaded.
Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Setting in the upper position
89
Setting in the lower position
89
Removing/inserting
90
Folding / Securing
90
The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. For the
transport of heavy loads, adjust the variable loading floor to the lower position
or remove it from the vehicle.
88Operation
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Remove variable loading floor
Removing
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 99 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
1
until its rear area is
about 15 cm
B
below the edge of the foldable cover.
›
Remove the variable loading floor from the vehicle by moving it in the direc-
tion of arrow
2
.
Inserting
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 99 .
›
Insert the variable loading floor matching the front area into the vehicle
about 15 cm
B
beneath the edge of the foldable cover.
›
Then follow the same steps as when setting the upper position » page 89 or
the lower position » page 89.
CAUTION
■
When removing or inserting the variable loading floor, a distance of 15 cm B» Fig. 99 underneath the edge of the foldable cover must be adhered to - risk
of damaging the boot lid seal.■
After removing the variable cargo floor, place it in such a way that it cannot
be damaged or soiled.
Folding / SecuringFig. 100
Fold up variable loading floor / secure variable loading floor
For easier handling, e. g. with the spare tyre, the variable load floor can be fol-
ded up and fastened by means of a hook on the frame of the boot lid.
The variable loading floor can be folded up in both positions (both upper and
lower) and fastened.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 100 .
›
Place the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow.
›
Hook the
B
hook to the frame of the boot lid.
WARNINGThe folded-up variable cargo floor limits the driver's view to the rear.
CAUTION
Before closing the tailgate, the variable loading floor is to be unhooked from
the frame and set in the upper or lower position - there is a risk of damage to
the hook.
Bicycle carrier in the luggage compartment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Install/remove crossmember
91
Fitting/removing the bike rack
92
Place bicycle into the carrier
92
Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
93
90Operation
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Fitting the bike rack
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and on page 91 first.
Fitting
›
Loosen screw
A
on the bicycle rack (hereinafter only referred to as carrier) in
direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 103 .
›
Place the carrier of the crossmember in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Hold part
B
of the carrier firmly and press on part
C
of the support in the
direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove screw
A
in the direction of arrow
4
.
›
Screw out screw
D
in the direction of arrow
5
and remove.
›
Place part
E
in the direction of arrow
6
, depending on bike size, in one of
the possible positions » .
›
Insert screw
D
and tighten in the direction of arrow
7
.
Removing
Removal is carried out in the reverse order.
CAUTIONThe bike stowed in the rack must not touch either the boot lid or other vehicle
parts - there is a risk of damage to the vehicle occurring.
Place bicycle into the carrier
Fig. 104
Insert the front fork of the bicycle into the carrier / mounting ex-
ample of the front wheel
Read and observe
and on page 91 first.
›
Remove the front wheel from the bike.
›
Release the quick release
A
» Fig. 104 on the carrier and adjust according to
the bicycle fork width.
›
Place the bicycle fork on the fixing axle and tighten with the quick release
A
.
›
Set the left bicycle pedal towards the vehicle front to secure the front wheel
more easily.
›
If you want to transport two bicycles, loosen screw
A
» Fig. 103 on page 92
on the carrier and move the carrier along with attached bike to the left.
The handlebar must not touch the side window of the luggage compartment.
›
Tighten screw
A
» Fig. 103 on page 92 on the support.
›
Guide the boot lid gently downwards and check while doing this that there is
no contact between the handlebar and the rear window.
›
If necessary, the position of the sliding part
E
» Fig. 103 on page 92 can be
adjusted.
›
The dismantled front wheel can best be stowed between the left crank and
the bicycle frame.
›
Attach the front wheel with belt
B
to the front fork » Fig. 104 or to the bicy-
cle frame.
›
The second carrier is installed and the bicycle is secured in a similar way.
92Operation
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Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
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›
In order to loosen the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each
other and open the clamp.
›
Position the clamp with the rubber part in the direction of travel as low down
on the saddle support as possible and close it.
›
When transporting two bicycles, stretch the belt » Fig. 105 -
between the
saddles by moving the bicycles apart.
›
Hook the carabiners on the ends of the belt into the lower lashing eyelets
behind the rear seats » Fig. 105 -
.
›
Pull the belt through the tensioning clasps on both sides in turn.
›
If necessary, you can correct the position of the bicycles in the vehicle after-
wards.
Roof rack
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
94
Roof load
94WARNING■ The items being transported on the roof rack must be reliably 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.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and gross permissible
weight of the vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk
of accident.
CAUTION
■ Only roof racks from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range should be used.■The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be
observed 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
clearances, 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.93Transporting and practical equipment
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discs if the traffic conditions permit this. Do not place any other road users
in jeopardy.
Handbrake
Fig. 116
Handbrake
Read and observe and on page 106 first.
The handbrake is used when stopping and parking for securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Undoing
›
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly while pushing in the locking button
» Fig. 116 .
›
Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake warning light
lights up when the handbrake is applied provi-
ded the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the
handbrake applied.
The following message is shown in the information cluster display. Release the handbrake!
RELEASE HANDBRAKE
The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven at a speed of more
than around 5 km/h for more than 3 seconds.
WARNINGPlease note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which
is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can
have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system – risk of acci-
dent!
Parking
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
When stopping and parking, look for a place with a suitable surface » .
Only carry out the activities while parking in the specified order.
›
Bring the vehicle to a stop and depress the brake pedal.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
On vehicles with Automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with Manual transmission select the first gear or reverse gear
R .
›
Release the brake pedal.
WARNINGThe parts of the exhaust system can become very hot. Therefore, never
stop the vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come in-
to contact with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth,
leaves, spilled fuel or such like. - Risk of fire and serious injury can occur!
Manual gear shifting and pedals
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Manual gear changing
108
Pedals
108107Starting-off and driving
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Button for storing the pressure
values
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›
Inflate all of the tyres to the specified inflation pressure.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press the symbol key
» Fig. 140 symbol icon and hold down.
The warning light in the instrument cluster illuminates.
An acoustic signal sounds and the warning light extinguishes informs that the
storage of the tyre pressure values has taken place.
›
Press the symbol key icon button.
Hitch and trailer
Hitch
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
128
Adjusting the ready position
128
A correctly set ready position
129
Assembling the bar ball - 1. Step
129
Assembling the bar ball - 2. Step
130
Check proper fitting
130
Removing the bar ball - 1. Step
131
Removing the bar ball - 2. Step
131
Accessories
132
The maximum trailer drawbar load is 50 kg.
WARNING■
Check that the ball head is seated correctly and is secured in the mount-
ing recess before starting any journey.■
Do not use the ball head if it is not correctly inserted in the mounting re-
cess.
■
Do not use the towing equipment if it is damaged or incomplete.
■
Do not modify or adapt the towing equipment in any way.
■
Never release the ball head while the trailer is still coupled.
■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.
Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
CAUTION
■ Take care with the tow bar - there is a risk of damaging the paint on the
bumper.■
When the ball rod is removed, always place the cover onto the mounting re-
cess - there is a danger of soiling the mounting recess.
Note
■ Operation and maintenance of towing device » page 144.■Tow the vehicle by means of the detachable ball rod » page 177.127Hitch and trailer