2015 SKODA CITIGO Owner's Manual

Pen holder
Holder for credit and other cards
Coin holder
Opening›
If there is a folding hook on the handle
A
remove any items hanging from it
» Fig. 69 ,
›
Pull the handle
A
in the direction of the arrow
1
.
The cover folds in the arrow direction
2
.
Closing
›
Turn the cover in the opposite direction to arrow
2
» Fig. 69 until it audibly
clicks into place.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
Foldable hook
Fig. 70
Fold down hook
Read and observe on page 58 first.
The foldable hook is located in the handle of the storage compartment cover
on the passenger side .
The foldable hook can be used to hang small items of luggage, such as bags
and the like.
The maximum permissible load for the hook is 1.5 kg.
Folding down
›
Fold down the hook in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 70.
DEFCAUTIONRemove suspended luggage from the hook before opening the storage com-
partment lid - there is a risk of damage to hook.
Note
When the hook is folded forward, it folds back automatically when the storage
compartment is opened.
Clothes hook
Fig. 71
Clothes hooks
Read and observe on page 58 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the centre door bars of the vehicle » Fig. 71.
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
WARNING■ Do not leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the
items of clothing hung up.■
Do not use hangers to hang up the clothes - there is a risk of limiting the
effectiveness of the head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear.
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Net pockets on the front seat restFig. 72
Meshed pocket
Read and observe on page 58 first.
The net pockets are used for storage of small and light objects, such as mobilephones and the like.
The net pockets are located on the inner sides of the front seat backrests
» Fig. 72 .
The maximum permissible load of the net pockets is 150 g.
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets.
Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not put large objects, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp edges into the net
pockets - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.
Stowage compartments in front of the rear seats
Fig. 73
Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 58 first.
The open storage compartments
A
are located on the backs of the front
seats » Fig. 73 .
Luggage compartment and transporting cargo
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Lashing eyes
65
Bag hooks
65
Fixing nets
65
Luggage compartment cover
66
Variable loading floor
67
Class N1 vehicles
67
When transporting cargo the following instructions must be adhered to
▶ When transporting heavy objects, the driving characteristics change due to
the shift in centre-of-gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjus-
ted accordingly.
▶ The cargo should be stowed in the luggage compartment. To prevent it from
moving it should be secured with suitable lashing straps to the lashing eyes
or secured with fixing nets.
▶ Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
▶ Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
▶ 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!
▶ Tyre pressure should be adjusted for the load.
▶ When transporting loads in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding one of the rear seats forward, care should be taken to en-
sure the safety of passengers transported on the other rear seat.
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle 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
with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times its
own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”. 
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Luggage compartment light
The warning light illuminates when boot is opened.
The warning light turns off when the boot is closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.WARNING■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load for the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. If heavy objects have not been suitably secured – risk of
injury!■
If the cargo is tied down with unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, inju-
ries can occur in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents.
■
Loose cargo can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in the
event of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load for the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. - these could become damaged.■
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
Lashing eyes
Fig. 74
Lashing
Read and observe and on page 65 first.
Fixing eyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods to be loaded » Fig. 74.
The maximum permissible static load for each lashing points is 350 kg.
Bag hooksFig. 75
Bag hooks
Read and observe and on page 65 first.
Hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provided on
both sides of the luggage compartment. » Fig. 75.
An item of luggage weighing up to 1.5 kg can be attached to the hook.
WARNINGNever use the bag hooks for lashing loaded goods. The bag hooks may tear
off during sudden braking manoeuvres or in the event of an accident.
Fixing nets
Fig. 76
Example of how to fix nets/fastening details for the rear area of
the luggage compartment 
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Fig. 77
Details of the fastening behind the rear seats
Read and observe
and on page 65 first.
Fixing the nets » Fig. 76 and » Fig. 77
cross bags
Fastening details in the rear area of the luggage compartment
Details of the fastening to the upper lashing eyes behind the foldable rear
seat rest
Details of the fastening to the lashing eyes on the luggage compartment
floor behind the rear seats
The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 78
Removing/installing the luggage compartment cover
Read and observe and on page 65 first.
If the support straps
A
» Fig. 78 are attached to the boot lid, then opening the
lid will raise the boot lid cover (hereafter referred to as cover).
The cover can be removed if you wish to transport bulky goods.
Fold up and lock
›
Fold up the cover.
›
Lock the cover in the brackets
C
» Fig. 78 .
Unlocking
›
Fold the raised cover down.
The cover is released from the brackets
C
» Fig. 78 .
Removal
›
On both sides of the boot lid unhook the straps
A
in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 78 .
›
Tap on the lower part of the cover to release it from the brackets
C
and re-
move it from the vehicle.
Fitting
›
Place the cover on the brackets
B
» Fig. 78 and tap on the upper surface of
the cover to lock it into the brackets.
›
On both sides of the boot lid unhook the straps
A
.
WARNING■ No objects should be placed on the cover. This could endanger the vehicle
occupants during sudden braking or vehicle impact.■
Never ride with folded up cover.
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Variable loading floorFig. 79
Variable loading floor in the raised position: fold up / folded up
Fig. 80
Variable loading floor: fold down / in folded-down condition
Read and observe
and on page 65 first.
Folding up to the raised position
›
Grasp the loading floor at handle
A
and raise to the stop in the direction of
arrow
1
» Fig. 79 .
Folding down to the lower position
›
Lift the loading floor and push into the grooves in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 80 .
›
Lay the loading floor on the load compartment floor in the direction of arrow
3
.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 65 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.
For safe vehicle operation, the proper functioning of the electrical installation
is essential. It is important to ensure that it is not damaged in adaptation as
well as the loading and unloading of the cargo space.
Roof rack
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
68
Roof load
68WARNINGWhen transporting cargo the following instructions must be adhered to.■The transported items on the roof rack must always 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.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, the handling of the car may change as a result of the
displacement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of acci-
dent!
CAUTION
■ On vehicles with a panoramic sunroof, make sure that the tilted panorama
roof does not strike any items which are transported.■
Ensure that the luggage compartment lid does not hit the roof load when
opened. 
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■The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof rack system plus the
load to be transported. Compare the vehicle height with available clearances,
such as underpasses and garage doors.■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the load being transported.
Note
We recommend that you use a roof rack from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
fixing points for base support
Fig. 81
Attachment points - 3-door
Fig. 82
Attachment points - 5-door
Read and observe
and on page 67 first.
The attachment points are located on both sides of the vehicle.
Arrangement of attachment points » Fig. 81 and » Fig. 82
Front attachment points
Rear attachment points
ABThe basic carrier should be mounted and dismounted in accordance with the
instructions provided.
Roof load
Read and observe
and on page 67 first.
Do not exceed the permissible roof load of 50 kg - this includes the carrier sys-
tem.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. The maximum capacity of the carrier system
should never be exceeded.
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Heating and ventilation
Heating, manual air conditioning system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Controls
69
recirculation
70
Air outlet vents
71
The heating and air conditioning ventilate and heat the vehicle interior. The air
conditioning system also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect » page 70 .
Health protection
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for the
use of the cooling system are to be observed. ▶ The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air temper-
ature should not be greater than about 5 ° C.
▶ The cooling system is to be turned off about 10 minutes before the end of
the journey.
▶ Once a year, a disinfection of the air conditioner is to be carried out by a spe-
cialist company.
WARNING■ For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting. The blower should always be on to
prevent the windows from misting up.■
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free from ice, snow or leaves,
for example, to ensure that the heating and cooling system works properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Controls
Fig. 83
Heating Controls 
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Fig. 84
Controls of the air conditioning
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
Individual functions can be adjusted by rotating or moving the controls, if nec-
essary by adjusting or pressing the button on and off.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 83 and » Fig. 84
Setting temperature
▶  Lowering the temperature
▶  Increasing the temperature
Setting the fan speed (level 0: fan off, level 4: highest setting)
Setting the direction of the air outlet » page 71
▶  Air flow to the windows
▶  Air flow to the upper body
▶  Air flow to the footwell
▶  Airflow to the windows and the footwell
Recirculated air mode
▶  Switching off
▶  Switching on
Switching the cooling system on/off (when this function is switched on,
the warning light illuminates in the button)
Note
■ The warning light in the button lights after activation, even if not all of the
conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met. By lighting up
of the indicator light in the button, the operational readiness of the cooling
system is signalled.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
ABCDrecirculation
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
The recirculation mode prevents contaminated outside air getting into the in-
terior of the vehicle.
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then
fed back into the interior.
The air conditioning system
›
To turn on the air recirculation,. move the slider into position
D

» Fig. 84
on page 70 .
›
To turn off the air recirculation, move the slider into position
D

 .
WARNINGThe recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time,
because there is no supply of fresh air from the outside. “Stale air” may re-
sult in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also
cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
CAUTION
We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation
is switched on. The smoke sucked from inside the vehicle is deposited on the
evaporator of the air conditioner. This produces a permanent odour when the
air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through con-
siderable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).70Using the system