2014 SKODA FABIA Owner's Manual

CAUTION■Do not place sharp objects in the nets – risk of damaging the net.■The lashing eyelets A » Fig. 81 on page 85 cannot be used for attaching
nets, when the variable cargo floor is in the upper position » page 891)
.
Hooks
Fig. 84
Hooks
Read and observe and on page 84 first.
The hook is intended to be used to affix small items of luggage such as bags.
The hooks are located on both sides of the luggage compartment » Fig. 84.
The maximum permissible load of the hook is 7.5 kg.
CAUTION
■ Place the item of luggage suspended from a hook, if possible, in the storage
compartment B » Fig. 85 on page 86 , otherwise there is a risk of damaging
the storage compartment cover.■
If an item of luggage weighing more than 2.5 kg is suspended on the hook,
then we recommend removing the storage compartment cover
B
» Fig. 85 on
page 86 , otherwise there is a risk of damaging the storage compartment
cover.
Storage compartments in the luggage compartmentFig. 85
Storage compartments
Read and observe and on page 84 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 85
Fixed
With removable cover
Increasing the size of the boot
›
Remove the cover of the storage compartment
B
in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 85 .
The removable storage compartment
A
» Fig. 85 is suitable for stowing small
objects weighing up to 1.5 kg in total.
The storage compartment
B
is designed for storing small objects of up to 2.5
kg. in weight in total.
CAUTION
When handling the cover of the storage compartment B, ensure that this or
the luggage compartment trim is not damaged.AB1)
Applies to vehicles with a variable loading floor.
86Operation

Luggage compartment coverFig. 86
Removing the boot cover
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The boot cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods.
Removing
›
Unhook the retaining straps
A
from the flap in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 86 .
›
Hold the cover in the upper position and press the bottom of the cover in the
area of the pin
C
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
The removed cover can be stowed in two positions » Fig. 87 on page 87 .
Fitting
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
onto the side trim panel via pins
C
» Fig. 86 .
›
Press on the upper side of the cover so that the mounts fully interlock into
the pins.
›
Insert the retaining bands
A
opposite to the direction of arrow
1
on the
boot lid.
The maximum permissible load of the luggage compartment cover is 1 kg.
WARNINGNo objects are to be placed on the boot lid. There is the danger of injuries
during sudden braking or vehicle impact.CAUTION■ When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the luggage compartment
cover or the side trim panel can occur if handled incorrectly. The following
guidelines must be observed. ■ The holders B
on the cover must be resting completely on the pins
C
on
the side panel » Fig. 86.
■ The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the lug-
gage compartment cover. ■ The cover must not be jammed in the surrounding seal of the luggage com-
partment lid when it is in the upper position. ■ There must be no object in the gap between the cover in the upper posi-
tion and the rear backrest.
Note
If the support straps A » Fig. 86 are attached to the boot lid, then the boot
cover will raise when the boot is opened.
Other positions of the luggage compartment cover
Fig. 87
Luggage compartment cover: stowed behind the rear seats / in
the lower position
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The luggage compartment cover can be placed in the following positions:
» Fig. 87
Behind the rear seat backrests
In the lower position,
Store cover in the lower position
›
Press the top of the cover in the arrow direction » Fig. 87 -
 . 
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In the front area, slots B » Fig. 86 on page 87 on the cover must be fully en-
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. 88
Roll-up cover: pull out/roll up/take out
Read and observe
and on page 84 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. 88.
Rolling up
›
Push the cover in the area of handle
A
in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 88 .
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. 88 .
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. 88 .
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. 89
Fold the floor back / storage compartment under the floor
Read and observe
and on page 84 first.
The storage compartment is located under the luggage compartment floor
» Fig. 89 - 
.
›
Lift the rear portion of the floor and fold forward in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 89 - 
.
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.88Operation

Flexible storage compartmentFig. 90
Flexible storage compartment
Read and observe and on page 84 first.
The flexible storage compartment can be installed on either side of the boot
» Fig. 90 .
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
Read and observe
and on page 84 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
90
Removing/inserting
90
Folding / Securing
91
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.
Setting in the upper position
Fig. 91
Set the variable loading floor to the upper position
The variable loading floor in the lower position can be set to the upper position
as follows.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 91 . 
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›Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow 1 and move partially
backwards in the direction of arrow 2.›
Lift the variable loading floor in the front area and place on edge
C
.
›
Insert the variable loading floor into slots
B
up to the stop in the direction of
arrow
3
.
›
Place the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
4
.
Note
When in the upper position, there is space for storing items underneath the
variable loading floor.
Setting in the lower position
Fig. 92
Set the variable loading floor to the lower position
The variable loading floor in the upper position can be set to the lower position
as follows.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 92 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
1
and partially move
in the direction of arrow
2
until it detaches from brackets
B
.
›
Place the variable loading floor onto the floor covering of the luggage com-
partment while tilted forward.
› Push the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow 3 up to the stop.›Place the variable loading floor in direction of arrow 4.
Removing/inserting
Fig. 93
Remove variable loading floor
Removing
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A

» Fig. 93 .
›
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. 93 .
›
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 90.
CAUTION
■
When removing or inserting the variable loading floor, a distance of 15 cm B» Fig. 93 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.
90Operation

Folding / SecuringFig. 94
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. 94 .
›
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
93
Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
93Up to two bicycles can be transported in a carrier in the luggage compartment.
Maximum size of the transported bikes: 19 "frame with 26" wheels.
Before transporting, the following steps must be taken.›
Remove the roll-up cover » page 88.
›
Push the head rests into the seat backrests until they click into position
» page 72 .
›
Fold the rear seat forward » page 75.
›
Fold the rear seat backrests forward » page 74.
WARNINGWhen transporting bicycles, ensuring the safety of the passengers is para-
mount.
CAUTION
■ Take care handling the bicycle - there is a risk of damaging the vehicle.■The bike rack cannot be installed if the variable cargo floor is stowed in the
luggage compartment.
Install/remove crossmember
Fig. 95
Install crossmember: Loosen the screws and unlock brackets /
place crossmember on the lashing eyelets 
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Fig. 96
Install crossmember: Tighten the
screws
Read and observe and on page 91 first.
Fitting
›
Unscrew screws
A
» Fig. 95 in direction of arrow
1
completely and partially
pull out.
The brackets
B
are unlocked.
›
Set the crossbar so that the screws
A
are pointing forward.
›
Place the crossmember with the fixed part
C
onto the left lashing eyelet in
the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Pull out part
D
of the cross member and place onto the right lashing eyelet
in arrow direction
3
.
›
Push in the brackets
B
» Fig. 96 in the direction of arrow
4
until they audi-
bly click into place.
›
Turn the screws
A
in the direction of arrow
5
up to the stop .
›
Check how well the crossmember is fastened by pulling on it.
Removing
Removal is carried out in the reverse order.
Fitting/removing the bike rackFig. 97
Fitting the bike rack
Read and observe
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. 97 .
›
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
.
Removal
Removal is carried out in the reverse order. 
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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. 98
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. 98 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. 97 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. 97 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. 97 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. 98 or to the bicy-
cle frame.
›
The second carrier is installed and the bicycle is secured in a similar way.
Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a beltFig. 99
Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
Read and observe
and on page 91 first.
›
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. 99 -
 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. 99 -
 .
›
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
94
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