2016 SKODA KODIAQ tow bar

MalfunctionsRead and observe
and on page 59 first.
Examples of operational malfunctions
Description of the malfunc-
tionRemedyThe lid cannot be openedUnlocking the lid » page 303
The lid does not react to an
opening signal
Removing a possible obstacle (e.g. snow), re-
opening the lid » page 60

Press handle A
» Fig. 45 on page 60 and pull
the lid upwards
The lid remains in the top
position
Manual closing of the lid
The lid is open and the bat-
tery was disconnected
Close manually
Close the door slowly, push down the lid, push in the lock on the centre of the
edge, above the ŠKODA logo.
Operate boot lid contactless
Fig. 46
Opening the boot lid
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
Depending on equipment the boot lid can be operated without contact.
The ignition must be switched off and you have to have the vehicle key on
your person.
› To
open/close , move one foot in the sensor area below the rear bumper
quickly in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 46.
The brake light in the rear window illuminates and the lid opens/closes auto-
matically. An acoustic signal is sounded when opening/closing the lid.
If the lid does not move, then repeat the operating process after a few sec-
onds.
The lid movement can be stopped by a rapid swinging of the foot. Swinging
the foot again will continue the lid movement.
The function can be activated / deactivated in Infotainment in the menu 

→
 →
Opening and closing
.
We recommend that the function is deactivated in the following cases:
▶ Installation of a roof rack.
▶ Connecting a trailer (accessory) to the towbar.
▶ Manual vehicle wash.
▶ Maintenance and repair work in the back of the vehicle.
When connecting a device to the trailer socket the deactivation of the function
takes place.
Note
With heavy rain or a dirty rear bumper, under certain circumstances that there
may be limitations, or the automatic deactivation of the contactless opening
function of the boot lid may occur.
Window operation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Open / close Window
62
Force limiter
63
Window convenience operation
63
Malfunctions
63
The windows in the doors can be operated electrically using the buttons on
the doors. 
61Unlocking and opening

Retracting›Push the cover in the handle area A in the direction of arrow 2 » Fig. 132 .
The cover rolls up automatically. The rolled-up cover can now be removed.
Removing/inserting›
Press on the side of the cross bar in the direction of arrow
3
and remove
the cover in the arrow direction
4
» Fig. 132 .
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
Stowing - seven-seat variant
The removed roll-up cover can be stowed in the recesses of the luggage com-
partment side trim.
›
Lift the variable loading floor in direction of arrow
1
and slide cover into the
side recesses » Fig. 133.
›
Open the side pockets on both sides of the luggage compartment in the di-
rection of arrows
2
.
›
Insert the roll-up cover in an inclined position in the recess of the right side
panel in the direction of arrow
3
and stow in arrow direction
4
.
›
Close the side pockets on both sides of the luggage compartment in the op-
posite direction to arrow
2
and restore the original position of the variable
loading floor.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the roll-up cover - there is a risk of damage
to the cover and a risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or a vehicle
collision!Net partitionFig. 134
Net partition behind the rear seats
Read and observe
and on page 101 first.
The net partition can be installed behind the front or rear seats (in the seven-
seat variant behind the second row of seats).
When installing the net partition behind the second seat row, fold forward the third seat row.
Install / remove net partition behind the rear seats (behind the second seat
row)
›
To the install the cross rod into the mount
A
, first insert it at side and then
press it forward. Insert the transverse rod into the mount
A
on the other
side of the vehicle in the same way » Fig. 134.
›
Latch the carabines
B
at the belt ends into the lashing eyes
C
.
›
Pull the belts through the tensioning clasp
D
.
Removing is carried out in the reverse order.
Fitting/removing net partition behind the front seats
The process is analogous to that behind the rear seats and behind the second row of seats.
The lashing eyes for hooking the carabiner are located under the central body
pillars.
104Operation

■Touchscreen tone - Switch on/off audible tone when touching the screen
■No navigation sound during call
- Switching on / off the nav. announcements dur-
ing a telephone call (not applicable to Infotainment Bolero)
Display settings
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

Tap →
Screen
.
■
Switch off screen (in 10 seconds)
- Enable / disable the automatic power off func-
tion
■
Brightness:
- Adjusts the brightness of the screen
■
Touchscreen tone
- Switch on/off audible tone when touching the screen
■
Menu button tone
- Turn on / off the acoustic signal by pressing a button next
to the screen
■
Animation when finger near screen
- Turn the proximity sensors on/off (When the
function is on, e.g. Navigation will be shown in the main menu when moving a
finger towards the bottom bar with the function surfaces on the screen)
■
Show clock in standby mode
- Time and date displayed on the screen when the
ignition is switched on and Infotainment is switched off
Time and date settings
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Time and date
.
■
Clock time Source:
- Settings of the clock time source: manual / GPS (applies to
the infotainment Columbus, Amundsen)
■
Time:
- Time Settings
■
Summer time
- Switches the summer time on/off
■
Automatic summertime
- Turn on / off the automatic switch to daylight saving
time
■
Time zone:
- Choice of time zone
■
Time Format:
- Specify the time format
■
Date:
- Date Settings
■
Date format:
- Setting the date format
Setting the Infotainment language
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Language
.
›
Select the Infotainment language.
In some languages, after selecting the function surface
Female
and
Male
are dis-
played for the choice of voice prompts for Infotainment.
Note■ When a language is selected which does not support voice control, Infotain-
ment will indicate this with a message on the screen.■
The messages are generated by Infotainment. Flawless clarity (e.g. road or
city name) cannot always be guaranteed.
Additional keypad language settings
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Additional keypadlanguages
.
In this menu, a keyboard language set can be added to allow the entering of
characters other than those in the currently selected language (function sur-
face ).
Unit settings
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Units
.
■
Distance:
- Distance units
■
Speed:
- Speed units
■
Temperature:
- Temperature units
■
Volume:
- Volume units
■
Consumption:
- Consumption units
■
Pressure:
- Printing units for tyre pressure
Setting data transfer
An active data transfer allows data transfer between Infotainment and the ex-
ternal device (e.g. MirrorLink® application) or the operation of some Infotain-
ment functions using the application of the external device (e.g. ŠKODA Media
Command).
›
Press the  button, then tap on the function surface

→
Mobile device datatransfer
.
■
Activate data transfer for ŠKODA apps
- Turning data transfer on and off
■
Use apps to operate::
- Setting Infotainment operation via the applications of the
external device (applies to Infotainment Columbus, Amundsen) ■
Deactivate
- Deactivation of Infotainment operation via an external device
■
Confirm
- Infotainment operation with required confirmation
■
Allow
- Infotainment operation without required confirmation
131Infotainment settings - Columbus, Amundsen, Bolero

›In this case, adjust the steering wheel so that the yellow lines 6 the red line8 fade into each other.›
Carefully reverse until

appears on the screen or the green line
7
is con-
gruent with the lateral boundary of the parking space (e.g. kerb)
2
.
›
Stop the vehicle and steer opposite until the yellow lines
6
the red line
8
fade into each other (required roadway alignment). Hold the steering wheel
in this position.
Orientation lines are displayed » Fig. 280 on page 228 on the screen.
›
Carefully move backwards.
›
Stop the vehicle when 
appears on the screen, or at a safe distance from
the obstacle situated behind the vehicle.
Note
The guidance in the parking space is cancelled due to the system when the
steering wheel is set for a period of time against the required road direction.
The parking is to be started again.
Mode - driving up to a trailer / distance monitoring
Fig. 283
Screen display
Read and observe and on page 227 first.
In this mode, the area behind the vehicle is shown at the top of the screen.
Vehicles with towing hitch
If your vehicle is factory fitted with a tow-bar, this mode supports the driver
when the vehicle approaches a trailer draw bar.
Screen display » Fig. 283
Ball head of the towing device
Lines for the distance estimation (at a distance of about 10 cm)
ABLine for approaching a trailer draw bar
Trailer draw bar
The line C
moves depending on the steering angle and indicate the roadway
on which the vehicle would take with the current steering wheel position.
Vehicles without towing hitch
If your vehicle is not factory equipped with a towing hitch, a red line for moni-
toring the distance to obstacles is displayed on the screen at a distance of 40
cm behind the vehicle.
Mode - monitor the area behind the vehicle
Read and observe
and on page 227 first.
In this mode, the area behind the vehicle is shown on the screen.
The mode is suited for the entire view of the situation behind the vehicle.
Area View (AreaView)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating principle
231
Activation / deactivation
232
Views and function surfaces
232
View of the rear camera
233
View of the front camera
233
View of the side cameras
233
The area view (below only system) helps the driver when parking and manoeu-
vring by displaying the area around the vehicle on Infotainment screen (below
only screen).
The area around the vehicle is detected by four cameras » Fig. 284 on
page 231 .
The system operates in cooperation with the parking aid system. Both systems
are displayed simultaneously on the screen.
For this reason, the chapter on the parking aid is also to be read carefully and
the safety notes are to be observed. 
CD230Driving

NoteWhen a warning light in the instrument cluster appears, the affected tyre
can be displayed on the infotainment » Fig. 318.Towing device and trailer
Hitch
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Swinging in and out the tow bar
262
Vertical load with mounted accessories
262
The maximum trailer nose weight when towing a trailer depends on the en-
gine and the vehicle version in the following table. Other data (e.g. shown on
the nameplate of the hitch) on provides information about the test values of
the device .
EngineTransmissionFive-seat versionSeven-seat version1.4 ltr./92 kW TSIMG75 kg66 kg1.4 l/110 kW TSI ACTMG 4x4100 kg80 kgDSG75 kg72 kg1.4 ltr./110 kW TSIDSG 4x4100 kg80 kg2.0 ltr./132 kW TSIDSG 4x4 (EU6)100 kg80 kg
2.0 ltr./110 kW TDI CR
MG 4x4100 kg-DSG80 kg80 kgDSG 4x4 (EU6)100 kg80 kg2.0 ltr./140 kW TDI CRDSG 4x4100 kg80 kgWARNINGDo not use the towing device if it is damaged or if there are parts missing.261Towing device and trailer

Swinging in and out the tow barFig. 319
Tow bar: swing out
Fig. 320
Tow bar: engage
Read and observe
on page 261 first.
The pivotable tow bar cannot be removed. Its correct latching in both positions is indicated by a warning light.
Swing out the tow bar
›
Pull the locking tab in direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 319 » (the installation
point of the locking tab may be different depending on equipment). The tow
bar swings out in direction of arrow
2
and the warning light beside the lock-
ing tab flashes.
›
Press the tow bar in direction of arrow
3
until it audibly clicks into place.
The indicator light inside the securing tab is illuminated.
Swivel tow bar
No trailer or other accessory is connected to the tow bar. A socket or adapter
may not be plugged into the 13-pin socket.
› Pull the locking tab in direction of arrow 4
» Fig. 320 . The tow bar is un-
locked and the warning light in the locking tab flashes.›
Swing in the tow bar under the bumper in the direction of arrow
5
until it
audibly clicks into place. The indicator light inside the securing tab is illumi-
nated .
Check latching
If the tow bar is incorrectly locked, the warning light flashes red, after the igni-
tion is switched on an acoustic signal is sounded and the following message
appears in the instrument cluster.
WARNING■ Take care with the towing device - it may cause injury.■When swinging out the ball rod away from the central area of the rear
bumper, there is a danger of injury to the legs.■
Do not manipulate the release lever as long as a trailer or another acces-
sory is coupled to the tow bar. The tow bar could come loose - risk of acci-
dent and injury.
■
If the indicator light does not light within the safety tab or flashes, or if
the tow bar can not engage, then do not use this. Seek help from a special-
ist garage.
Note
When not using the towing device, always swing the tow bar under the bump-
er.
Vertical load with mounted accessories
Fig. 321
Representation of the maximum
length of the mounted accesso-
ries and the permissible total
weight of the accessory depend-
ing on the load centre of gravity
Read and observe on page 261 first.
When using the accessories (e.g. bicycle carrier), the maximum length and the
permissible total weight including load must be considered. 
262Driving

The maximum length of the mounted accessories (from the ball of the towing
device) is 70 cm » Fig. 321 .
The total permitted weight of the accessories including load changes with in-
creasing distance of the load centre of gravity from the ball head of the towing
device.Distance of the centre of
gravity of the load from the ball headPermissible total weight of the accessories, including loadA0 cm75 kg / 72 kga)
/ 66 kg b)B30 cm75 kg / 72 kg a)
/ 66 kg b)C60 cm35 kg / 30 kg a)
b)D70 cm0 kga)
Applies to the seven-seat version with the 1.4 / 110 kW TSI ACT engine and the DSG gearbox.
b)
Applies to the seven-seat version with the 1.4 / 92 kW TSI engine and the MG-gear.
CAUTION
Never exceed the permissible
total weight of the accessories incl. load and
maximum length of the accessories - There is a risk of damage to the towing
device.
Note
We recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Using hitch
Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect
Fig. 322
Housing of the 13 pin socket,
safety eyelet
Connect / disconnect›Swing out the tow bar » page 262.›
Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the ball head.
›
Open the socket cap and insert the plug of the trailer (accessories) into the
13-pin socket
A
» Fig. 322 . (If the trailer / accessories have a 7-pin connector,
use a corresponding reduction piece from the ŠKODA Original Accessories).
›
Suspend the breakaway cable of the trailer at the safety eyelet
B
(the
breakaway cable must sag in all trailer settings in view of the vehicle).
Uncoupling takes place in reverse order.
Exterior mirrors
You should have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the
traffic behind the trailer using the standard rear-view mirrors.
Headlights
The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer (accessory) is being towed
and the headlights may dazzle other road users. Set the range of the head-
lights » page 66 , Operating the lights 1)
.
Power supply of the trailer / accessory power system
In the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory), the
trailer (accessories) is supplied with power from the vehicle (with ignition
switched on and off).
With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-
ted consumers.
At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-
cessories) is interrupted.
WARNING■ An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)
may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.■
Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle
and the trailer (accessories) - risk of an accident or serious injury from elec-
trical shock.
■
After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory)
the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.
■
Never use the securing eye to tow - risk of accident! 
1)
Does not apply to vehicles with headlights with LED lamps.
263Towing device and trailer

The longer insect residues, bird droppings, road salt and other aggressive de-
posits remain on the paintwork of your vehicle, the more detrimental their de-
structive effect can be. High temperatures, such as those caused by intensive
sun's rays, accentuate this caustic effect.
It is essential to also thoroughly clean the underside of the vehicle at the end
of the winter.
Washing by hand
Wash the vehicle from top to bottom, if necessary, wash using a soft sponge or
washing mitt and plenty of water with appropriate detergents. Wash out the
sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals.
Use a different sponge for the wheels, door sills and lower vehicle areas.
Give the vehicle a good rinse after washing it and dry it off using a chamois
leather.
Automatic car washes
The usual precautionary measures must be taken before washing the vehicle
in an automatic car wash system (e.g. closing the windows and the sliding/tilt-
ing roof etc.).
If your vehicle is fitted with any particular attached parts, such as a spoiler,
roof rack system, two-way radio aerial etc., it is best to consult the operator of
the car wash system beforehand.
After an automatic wash with wax treatment, the blades of the wipers should
be cleaned with cleaning agents specially designed for the purpose, and then
degreased.
Pressure washer
When washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner, the instructions for
use of the equipment must be observed. This particularly applies to informa-
tion with respect to the pressure and spray distance from the vehicle surface.WARNING■
When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the braking
system can affect the braking efficiency – risk of accident!■
Take care when cleaning the underbody or the inside of the wheel wells -
there is a risk of injury on sharp metal parts!
CAUTION■ Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight, do not exert pressure on the body
while washing. The temperature of the washing water should be max. 60 ° C -
otherwise there is a risk of damaging the vehicle paint.■
Before driving through a car wash, fold in the exterior mirrors - there is a risk
of damage.
CAUTION
Washing the vehicle using pressure washers■The foils should not be washed using pressure washers - there is a risk of
damage .■
Do not aim the water jet directly at the lock cylinders or the door or opening
joints when washing the vehicle in the winter – there is a risk of freezing.
■
During cleaning, always keep a sufficiently large spraying distance to the
parking sensors, the rear camera lens, to external decorative and protective
plastic parts (e.g. roof racks, spoilers, protective strips) and other vehicle parts
made of non-metallic materials such as rubber hoses or insulation materials.
■
The sensors of the parking aid can be sprayed only for a short time and there
must be a minimum distance of 10 cm - there is a risk of damage.
■
When washing the vehicle, do not point the water jet directly at the tow bar
or the trailer socket - there is a risk of seal damage or washing out the grease.
Caring for the outside of the vehicle
Read and observe
and on page 270 first.
Vehicle compo- nentFacts of thematterRemedy
Paint
Spilled fuelClear water, cloth, (clean as soon as
possible)No water drop-
lets form on the
paintUse hard wax (min. twice a year), apply
wax to clean and dry bodyMatt paintUse polish, then preserve (if the polish
does not contain any preservative in-
gredients)Plastic partsSoilingClear water, cloth / sponge provided for
the intended cleaning agent 271Care and maintenance