
Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
86
Storage compartment on the dash panel
87
stowage compartments in the doors
87
Storage compartment in the front centre console
87
Cup holders
88
Cigarette lighter
89
Ashtray
89
12-Volt power outlet
90
Waste container
91
Storage compartment under the front arm rest
92
storage net in the front centre console
92
Glasses compartment
92
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
93
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
93
Clothes hook
94
Storage pockets on the front seats
94
Storage compartment in the rear centre console
94
Folding table on front seat backrest
95
folding table at the centre backrest
95
Removable through-loading bag
95WARNING■ 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 – risk of accident!■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from oth-
er storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would not
be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal or accelerate - danger of causing
an accident!
WARNING (Continued)■ No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like. may only be placed in the ashtray!
Car park ticket holder
Fig. 74
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 86 first.
The parking ticket holder » Fig. 74 is designed e.g. for securing car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.86Using the system

Removing›Grasp the storage compartment on the two upper corners.›
Press the upper corners inwards and release the storage compartment by
pulling upwards.
›
Remove the storage compartment by pulling towards you.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Note
The flexible storage compartment cannot be installed on vehicles with the var-
iable loading floor » page 102.
Floor covering on both sides
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
You can fit a double-sided floor covering in the luggage compartment.
One side of the double-sided floor covering is made of fabric, the other side is
washable (easy to maintain).
The washable side is used to transport wet or dirty items.
Note
For easier turning of the covering, use the loop attached.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 100
Secure luggage compartment cover
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
The boot cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods.
Removing
›
Fold the seat backrests a little forward to make it easier to remove the lug-
gage compartment cover » page 83, inclination of the seat backrest .
›
Unhook the support straps
A
» Fig. 100 from the luggage compartment.
›
Place the cover in the horizontal position.
›
Pull the luggage compartment cover to the rear from the bolts
C
or pat on
the bottom of the cover in the area of the
C
bolts.
›
Fold the slackened front part of the boot cover over the head restraints of
the rear seats.
›
Slightly tilt the boot cover and remove it to the rear.
Fitting
›
Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
» Fig. 100 onto the side trim panel via
bolts
C
.
›
Interlock the cover by lightly knocking on the top side of the cover in the
area between the bolts.
›
Hook the support straps
A
onto the tailgate.
WARNINGDo not place objects on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could be en-
dangered if there is sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
CAUTION
After removing the luggage compartment cover, store it in such a way that it
cannot be damaged or soiled.
Note
If the support straps A » Fig. 100 are attached to the boot, then the boot cov-
er will rise as well when the luggage compartment is opened.99Transporting and practical equipment

Net partitionFig. 101
Using the net partition behind the rear seats
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
The net partition can either be installed behind the rear seats or behind the front seats.
Install behind the rear seats
›
Remove the boot cover » page 99, Luggage compartment 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. 101 on one side and push it for-
wards. 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 strap into the lashing eyes behind
the rear seats.
›
Pull the belts through the tensioning clasp.
Remove from behind the rear seats
›
Undo the belts on both sides and unhook the carabiners
C
» Fig. 101 .
›
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
.
Merge
›
Press the red button on hinge
A
» Fig. 101 - 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 with variable
loading floor is carried out in the same way as behind the rear seats without
variable loading floor. Use the lower fixing eyes on the carrier rails in order to
attach the carabines.
Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats is carried out
in the same way as behind the rear seats. Use the lower fixing eyes on the car-
rier rails in order to attach the carabines. To enlarge the boot, the rear seats
can be removed » page 84.
The opening D
» Fig. 101 in the net partition is designed to pass the three-
point seat belt » page 15 through.
Storage compartments
Fig. 102
Storage compartment on the left / right
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
The cover for the storage compartment
A
» Fig. 102 can be removed, thus en-
larging the boot.
›
Grasp the top part of the cover
A
and carefully remove it in the direction of
the arrow.
CAUTION
■ The removable storage compartment A » Fig. 102 on the left side is suitable
for stowing small objects weighing up to 1.5 kg.■
The storage compartment
B
is designed for storing small objects of up to
0.5 kg. in weight in total.
100Using the system

WARNING■If there are passengers on both of the rear seats, the DVD player holder
must not be used on its own (without the DVD player) - risk of injury!■
The inclination of the holder can be adjusted to three preset positions. Be
careful not to injure fingers between the holder and the backrest when
changes to the position of the DVD player holder are made.
■
The DVD player holder must not be used when the rear seat backrest or
the rear seat is folded forward or has been removed completely.
Note
Follow the instructions given in the operating instructions of the DVD player
holder/DVD player.
SmartGate
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Connection with SmartGate
129
Smart Gate website
130
Password Management
130
SmartGate is a system which transmits vehicle data via Wi-Fi.
The ŠKODA applications installed in a connected communications device (e.g.
phone, tablet, notebook) 1)
offer the possibility to further process the received
data.
Available applications and further information can be found on the ŠKODA
website..
WARNING■ The national legal regulations for using mobile communication devices in
a vehicle must be observed.■
Do not fit the equipment or mounts to be connected to airbag covers or
within the immediate deployment range of the airbags.
■
Never leave a connected device in the deployment area of an airbag, on a
seat, on the dash panel or any another area, from which it can be thrown
during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an accident or a collision - risk of in-
jury.
Note
The Wi-Fi range is limited to the interior of the vehicle.
Connection with SmartGate
Read and observe
on page 129 first.
For a successful connection the following conditions must be met. Wi-Fi is turned on in the device to be connected.
The ignition is switched on.
Connect
›
Can enable the connected device to search for available Wi-Fi networks (see
operating instructions for the connected device).
›
In the found networks menu, select the connection to the
“SmartGate_ ... ”network 2)
.
›
Enter the password (the password is preset at the factory to the complete
Vehicle Identification Number - enter capital letters).
Disconnecting the connection
The connection to SmartGate can be ended in the following ways.
›
By disconnecting the connected device from SmartGate.
›
By turning off the Wi-Fi in the connected device.
›
By switching off the ignition and removing the key for more than 5 s (for ve-
hicles with starter button - by turning off the engine and opening the driver's
door).
1)
The applications support communications devices with the Android operating system version 4.0.x and
later and iOS 7.xx and higher.
2)
The last six symbols of the VIN vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position ....
129Communication and multimedia

ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Accesso-
ries for a period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with the
materials defect liability, unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement
or any other agreements. You should keep the approved warranty certificate
and the invoices for these accessories for this period of time, so that the com-
mencement of the term can be verified.
ŠKODA Service Partners also stock a range of suitable car care products and all
parts that are subject to natural wear-and-tear, such as tyres, batteries, bulbs
and wiper blades.
Note
The accessories authorized by the company ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will be offered
by the ŠKODA Partners in all countries where the company ŠKODA AUTO a.s.
has a sales and after-sales service network. This will usually be in the form of a
printed catalogue of ŠKODA Genuine Accessories, in the form of separate prin-
ted brochures or in the form of ŠKODA Genuine Accessories on the ŠKODA
Partner websites.
Spoiler
Read and observe
on page 166 first.
If your new vehicle is fitted with a spoiler on the front bumper in combination
with the spoiler on the luggage compartment lid, the following instructions
must be adhered to.
› For safety reasons, the vehicle must only be fitted with a spoiler on the front
bumper in combination with the associated spoiler on the luggage compart-
ment lid.
› This kind of spoiler cannot be left on the front bumper either on its own, in
combination with another spoiler not on the luggage compartment lid or in
combination with an unsuitable spoiler on the luggage compartment lid.
› We recommend that you consult the ŠKODA Service Partner for any repairs
to or replacement, addition or removal of spoilers.
WARNING■ If work on your vehicle's spoilers is not carried out properly, this can lead
to operational faults - risk of accident and serious injuries.■
If a front spoiler, full wheel trim, etc. is mounted retrospectively, it must
be ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced.
The front brakes may overheat which can have a negative impact on the
functioning of the braking system – risk of accident!
Airbags
Read and observe
on page 166 first.
The system components of the airbag system can be situated in the front
bumper, doors, front seats, roof lining or body.
WARNINGAny work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.■
Modifications, repairs and technical alterations that have been carried out
unprofessionally can cause damage and operational faults, and can also se-
riously impair the effectiveness of the airbag system – risk of accident and
fatal injury!
■
The airbag system will then have to be replaced if the airbag is deployed.
Airbag modules cannot be repaired.
WARNINGInformation on the use of the airbag system■It is prohibited to manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this
might result in the airbag being deployed.■
Never install any airbag parts into the vehicle that have been removed
from old cars or have been recycled.
■
Never install damaged airbag parts in the vehicle. The airbags may then
not be deployed properly or even at all in the event of an accident.
■
No modifications of any kind must be made to parts of the airbag system.
WARNING■ A change to the vehicle's wheel suspension, including the use of non-ap-
proved wheels and tire combinations, can alter the functioning of the air-
bag system - risk of accident and fatal injury!■
Never make any changes to the front bumper or the bodywork.
168General Maintenance

Remove stubborn hair using a “cleaning glove”.Alcantara ®
Dust and dirt in pores, creases and seams may chafe and damage the surface.
Therefore, they must be removed regularly at short intervals with a cloth or
vacuum cleaner.
Minor changes in colour caused by use are normal.
CAUTION
■ For Alcantara ®
seat covers, do not use any solvents, floor wax, shoe cream,
stain remover, leather cleaners or similar agents.■
Avoid leaving the vehicle in bright sunlight for long periods of time in order
to stop the artificial leather, materials or Alcantara ®
from bleaching. During ex-
tended periods of standing outdoors, protect artificial leather, fabrics or Alcan-
tara ®
by covering.
■
Some clothing materials, e.g. dark denim, do not have sufficient colour fast-
ness. This can cause damage or clearly visible discolouration to seat covers,
even when used correctly. This applies particularly to light-coloured seat cov-
ers. This does not relate to a fault in the seat cover, but rather to poor colour
fastness of the clothing textiles.
Seat covers
Read and observe
and on page 174 first.
Electrically heated seats
Use a specific cleaning agent such as dry foam or similar to clean the cov-
ers. »
.
Seats without seat heating
Thoroughly vacuum the seat covers with a vacuum cleaner before cleaning.
Clean the seat covers with a damp cloth or cleaning products specially de-
signed for this purpose.
Indented points arising on the fabrics by everyday use, can be removed by
brushing against the direction of hair with a damp brush.
Always clean all parts of the covers, so that there are no visible edges. Then
allow the seat to dry completely.
CAUTION■ Do not clean the covers of electrically heated seats either with water or with
other liquids - there is a risk of damaging the seat heating system.■
Regularly remove dust from the seat covers using a vacuum cleaner.
■
Electrically heated seats must not be dried after cleaning by switching on the
heater.
■
Do not sit on wet seats - risk of seat deformation.
■
Always clean the seats from “seam to seam”.
Safety belts
Read and observe
and on page 174 first.
Wash dirty seat belts with mild soapy water.
Remove coarse dirt with a soft brush.
WARNING■ The seat belts must not be removed for cleaning.■Never clean the seat belts chemically as chemical cleaning products could
destroy the fabric.■
The seat belts must not be allowed to come into contact with corrosive
liquids (e.g. acids).
■
The seat belts must be fully dried before being rolled up.
176General Maintenance

›The temporary spare wheel is inflated to the maximum inflation pressure for
the vehicle » page 191.
› Only use this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage,
since it is not intended for permanent use.WARNING■ Never drive with more than one spare wheel mounted!■Only use the spare wheel while absolutely necessary.■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
■
The snow chains cannot be used on the spare wheel.
■
Observe instructions on the warning sign of the emergency wheel.
Changing a wheel
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Preparation
200
Full wheel trim
200
Wheel bolts
201
Changing a wheel
201
Follow-up tasks
201
Loosening/tightening wheel bolts
202
Raising the vehicle
202
Anti-theft wheel bolts
203
For your own safety and the safety of the passengers, the following instruc-
tions must be observed before changing a wheel on the road.
Switch on the hazard warning lights system.
The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe
the national legal provisions when doing so.
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic.
Choose a location with a flat, solid surface.
Have all the occupants get out. The passengers should not stand on the
road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for instance) while
the wheel is being changed.
If the vehicle is subsequently fitted with tyres which are different from those it
was fitted with at the works, follow these guidelines » page 193, Explanation
of the tyre labelling .
The national legal requirements must be observed when changing a wheel.
Preparation
Before changing the wheel, the following work must be carried out.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Engage 1st gear or place the selector lever of the automatic transmission in
the P-position .
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
›
Remove the vehicle tool kit » page 198 and the spare wheel » page 199 from
the boot.
Full wheel trim
Before removing the wheel bolts, remove the wheel cover.
Extracting
›
Hook the clamp found in the vehicle tool kit » page 198 into the reinforced
edge of the wheel trim.
›
Push the wheel wrench through the clamp, support on the tyre and pull off
the wheel trim.
Fitting
›
Press the wheel trim onto the wheel rim at the designated valve open-
ing » .
›
Then press the trim into the wheel rim until its entire circumference locks
correctly in place.
CAUTION
■ Use the pressure of your hand only, do not strike the full wheel trim. The
cover could be damaged.■
When using the anti-theft wheel bolt, ensure that it is in the hole in the
valve area.
■
If wheel trims are fitted, an adequate flow of air must be assured in order to
cool the brake system.
Note
We recommend that you use child seats from ŠKODA Original Accessories.200Do-it-yourself

DrivingDriving through water141
Emissions223
Fuel consumption223
Maximum speed226
off of made-up roads141
Driving in Brake linings
140
engine140
Tyres140
Driving off of made-up roads141
Driving through water141
DSR144
DVD-preinstallation128
E
Economical driving Tips
140
EDL143
Electrical power windows60
Button in the rear doors59
Operational faults60
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)143
Electronic immobilizer131
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)143
emergency replace battery in the remote control
210
Emergency Changing a wheel
200
Hazard warning light system68
Jump-starting206
Locking the door without a locking cylinder211
Locking the driver's door211
Selector lever-unlocking212
Switch off the engine by pressing a button134
Towing the using the tow hitch209
Towing the vehicle207
Tyre repair203
Unlocking the driver's door211
Unlocking the tailgate212
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher197
First aid kit197
Jack198
Reflective Vest197
Vehicle tool kit198
Warning triangle197
Emissions223
Engine compartment180
Brake fluid186
Overview182
Vehicle battery187
Engine number222
engine oil specification
183
Engine oil183
Checking184
Replenishing184
Warning light37
Warning messages37
EPC Warning light
39
ESC Function
143
Warning light38
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
39
F
Fastening elements
97
Fatigue detection157
Function157
Information messages158
Films172
Fire extinguisher197
First aid kit197
Flexible storage compartment98
Floor covering in the luggage compartment
99
fog lightsRemove protective grille - version 1218
Remove protective grille - version 2218
Remove protective grille with plug - version 1219
remove protective grille with plug - version 2219
replacing bulb219
Fog lights67
Warning light41
Fog lights with CORNER function67
Folding rear seats back into the initial position
85
Folding down the seats
83
Folding table on front seat backrest
95
folding table at the centre backrest95
Folding table on front seat backrest95
Fold in passenger's mirror76
Footmats137
see footmats137
Force limit Power windows
60
Sliding/tilting roof61
Front airbag18
Front door warning light71
Front seat77
fuel lead-free petrol
178
Fuel177
Diesel179
Fuel gauge32
refer to Fuel177
Refuelling177
Fuel consumption223
Fuel filter Warning messages
34
Fuel reserve Warning light
40
234Index