2016 SKODA CITIGO warning

Setting the heightFig. 53
Setting the height of the back headrest
Only the front headrests are height-adjustable.
›
Grasp the headrest and move upwards in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 53 .
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To move the headrest down, press the securing button
A
in the direction of
arrow
2
and hold it down while pressing the headrest in the direction of ar-
row
3
.
Note
The front headrests are integrated into the seat backrests and cannot be ad-
justed in height.
Removing/inserting
Fig. 54
Removing/inserting the rear headrests
Only the rear headrests can be removed or installed.
›
Before removing/fitting the headrests, fold the corresponding seat backrest slightly forward » page 57.
›To
remove the headrest, pull it out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.›Hold down the securing button A in the direction of arrow 1, at the same
time insert the vehicle key in opening B
in the direction of arrow
2
and re-
move the headrest in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 54 .
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To insert the headrest, push the headrest into the seat backrest in the direc-
tion of arrow
4
until the locking button clicks into place.
Front seat heating
Fig. 55
Buttons for heating the front
seats
The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically.
Seat heating buttons » Fig. 55
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
›
To turn on the heater at maximum heat (level 2) press button
 or
.
By repeatedly pressing the button, the heat is turned down until it is com-
pletely switched off . The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number
of illuminated warning lights in the switch.
The seat heating only operates when the engine is running.
WARNINGIf you are sensitive to pain and/or temperature, e.g. through medication,
paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we recommend not to
use the seat heating. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make
regular breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the
body can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your
doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition. 58Using the system

CAUTIONThe following instructions should be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not switch on the heating for unoccupied seats.
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have objects on them (e.g. a
child seat, bag or similar).
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have seat covers or protective
covers on them.
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automatically
» page 126 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge
protection .Useful features
Interior fittings
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Ticket holder
60
Storage compartment on the driver's side
60
Stowage compartments in the doors
60
Storage compartments in the front centre console
61
Cup holders
61
Waste container
61
Cigarette lighter
62
Ashtray
62
12-volt socket
63
Multimedia holder
63
Storage compartment on the front passenger side - version 1
64
Storage compartment on the passenger side - version 2
64
Storage compartment for umbrella
64
Foldable hook
65
Clothes hook
65
Storage pockets on the inner sides of the front seats
65
Stowage compartments in front of the rear seats
66WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic –
risk of accident!■
Make sure that while driving no objects can enter the driver's footwell -
they could cause an accident!
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seat) – risk of accident!
■
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. 
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WARNING (Continued)■For safety reasons, lockable storage compartments should be closed
while driving - there is a risk of injury from the opened lid or through the
loose objects in the compartment.■
Make sure no objects protrude from the storage compartments - danger
of injury!
■
Do not exceed the permissible loads for the storage compartments and
pockets - risk of injury and risk of damage to the compartments and pock-
ets!
■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like should only be stored in the ashtray -
danger of fire/burns!
■
The storage compartments, multimedia holder and waste container are
not a substitute for the ashtray and must not be used for such purposes –
risk of fire!
CAUTION
Do not place any large or sharp objects in the storage compartments and pock-
ets - there is a risk of damage to the compartments and pockets.
Ticket holder
Fig. 56
Ticket holder
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The ticket holder » Fig. 56 is provided for the holding and displaying e.g. car
park tickets.
Storage compartment on the driver's sideFig. 57
Storage compartment on the
driver's side
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The open stowage compartment
A
can be found underneath the dash panel
on the driver's side » Fig. 57.
Stowage compartments in the doors
Fig. 58
Storage compartments: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 58
Storage compartment
Bottle holder with a capacity of max. 1.5 l
WARNINGThe storage compartment A » Fig. 58 is to be used exclusively for storing
objects which do not stick out - danger of restricting the effectiveness of
the side airbags.AB60Using the system

Storage compartments in the front centre consoleFig. 59
Storage compartments
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The open storage compartments
A
can be found in the front centre console
» Fig. 59 .
Cup holders
Fig. 60
Cup holder in the front
Fig. 61
Rear cup holder
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The cup holders are located in the centre console at the front » Fig. 60 and at
the rear
A
» Fig. 61 .
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to Fixing a beverage container in the holder forward open the holder in di-
rection of arrow » Fig. 60.
›
Place the cup into the cup holder so that the cup holder clip surrounds the
cup securely.
WARNING■ Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.■
Never put hot cups in the cup holders. If the vehicle moves, they may spill
– risk of scalding!
CAUTION
Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holders during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the
electrical components or seat upholstery.
Waste container
Fig. 62
Waste container: inserting and moving/opening 
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Fig. 63
Replace bags
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
The waste container can be inserted into the slots in the doors.
Insert waste container
›
Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot.
›
Push the waste container to the back in the direction of the arrow
A
» Fig. 62 .
›
Push the waste container as required in the direction of arrow
B
.
Remove the waste container
›
Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to the arrow
A
» Fig. 62 .
Open/close waste container
›
Lift the lid in the direction of arrow
C
» Fig. 62 .
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Replace bags
›
Remove the waste container from the slot.
›
Press the two locking lugs on the frame in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 63 .
›
Pull the bag together with the frame down in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the bag from the frame.
›
Pull the new bag through the frame and pull it over the frame in the direction
of arrow
3
.
›
Place the bag with the frame in the direction of arrow
4
into the container
body, so that the two lugs engage audibly on the frame.
Note
We recommend that you use 20x30 cm bags.Cigarette lighterFig. 64
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
›
To use the lighter, push it in as far as the stop and wait until the glowing
lighter clicks out again » Fig. 64.
›
Take out the glowing lighter instantly, use it and insert it back into the sock-
et.
WARNINGBe careful when using the cigarette lighter - can cause burns.
Note
■ The cigarette lighter operates only if the ignition is switched on.■The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12 volt socket.
Ashtray
Fig. 65
Removing the ashtray
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The ashtray can be used for disposing of ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like. 
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›Grasp the ashtray (not by the lid) and
remove » Fig. 65 it in the direction of
the arrow.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.WARNINGNever place hot or flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
12-volt socket
Fig. 66
12-volt socket
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
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To use , open the cover of the socket and insert the lead of the electrical ap-
pliance in the socket » Fig. 66.
The 12-volt socket will only work when the ignition is switched on.
WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic –
risk of accident!■
Make sure that while driving no objects can enter the driver's footwell -
they could cause an accident!
■
Stow all devices safely during the journey to prevent them from being
thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or
an accident – risk of death!
■
The devices may warm up during operation – risk of injury or fire!
■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
CAUTION■ The sockets can only be used for the connection of approved electrical ac-
cessories with a total power consumption of up to 120 watts - otherwise the
electrical system of the vehicle may be damaged.■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the vehicle's
battery!
■
Switch off the device connected to the power socket before you switch the
ignition on or off and before starting the engine - danger of damage caused by
voltage fluctuations.
Multimedia holder
Fig. 67
Multimedia holder
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The multimedia holder » Fig. 67 is provided for storing mobile phones, MP3
players and the like.
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Foldable hookFig. 71
Fold down hook
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The folding hook is intended to be used for holding small items of luggage (e.g.
bags or similar).
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To use it, pull down the hook in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 71.
The maximum permissible load on the hook is 1.5 kg.
Note
When the hook is folded forward, it folds back automatically when the storage
compartment is opened.
Clothes hook
Fig. 72
Clothes hooks
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the centre door bars of the vehicle » Fig. 72.
The maximum permissible load of each of the hooks is 2 kg.
WARNING■ Never leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items
of clothing hung up - danger of injury.■
Do not use hangers to hang up the clothes - there is a risk of restricting
the effectiveness of head airbags and a danger of injury from the hanger.
■
Make sure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impede your
vision.
Storage pockets on the inner sides of the front seats
Fig. 73
Storage pocket
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The storage pockets are located on the inside of the front seats » Fig. 73 and
are used to store small and light objects (e.g. mobile phones).
The maximum permissible load for each of the pockets is 150 g.
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Stowage compartments in front of the rear seatsFig. 74
Storage compartment
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The open storage compartments
A
are located on the backs of the front
seats » Fig. 74 .
Phone bracket

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fasten bracket to the adapter
66
Attach adapter to the panel
66
Inserting / removing phone
67
In the telephone bracket, a telephone (or similar device) which is 122x56 mm to
164x83 mm can be transversely mounted.
The maximum permissible load of the compartment is 200 g.
WARNINGNever work with the device when driving –There is a risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the bracket- there is a risk of
damage or functional impairment.■
Make sure that no liquid or moisture gets into the opening for the fixture -
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.
■
Use a dry cloth to clean the adapter and the bracket.
Fasten bracket to the adapterFig. 75
Insert bracket into the adapter / remove bracket from the adapter
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
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to Fixing the bracket to the adapter insert the bracket
A
into the supports
B
in direction of arrow
1
until it clicks » Fig. 75.
›
To remove the holder from the adapter press the lever
C
in direction of ar-
row
2
press and remove the bracket
A
in direction of arrow
3
.
Attach adapter to the panel
Fig. 76
Remove cover/ attach adapter / remove adapter
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
Attach adapter
›
For example, insert a coin into the opening
A
and lift up cover in direction of
arrow
1
» Fig. 76 .
›
Insert the adapter into the opening in the panel and push in the direction of
arrow
2
until it clicks. 
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