NoteWe recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Using the towing device
Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect
Fig. 152
Swivel out the 13-pin power
socket, safety eyelet
Connecting and disconnecting
›
Fit the ball bar.
›
Swing the 13-pin socket in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 152 .
›
Remove the protective cap
5
» Fig. 143 on page 124 .
›
Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the ball head.
›
Plug the trailer cable into 13-pin socket
A
» Fig. 152 . (If the trailer / accesso-
ries 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 58 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) -There is a risk of an accident or serious injury
from electrical 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 - There is a risk of an accident!
CAUTION
An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can
lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.
Loading a trailer
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for “full load” » page 151.
Distribution of the cargo
Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Nevertheless, maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot
avoid driving with this combination.
WARNINGSliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety -
risk of accident!1)
Applies to vehicles with xenon headlights.
128Driving
Parking105
Park Assist118
Parking aid114
Reversing camera116
Parking aid114
Function114
Parking assistance Activation / deactivation
116
Display in the Infotainment display115
Parking lights58
Parking the vehicle See Parking
105
ParkPilot114
Parts replacement131
Passive safety Before setting off
10
Driving safety10
Passive Safety10
Pedals106
Footmats106
Petrol140
Phone See Owner's Manual Infotainment
6
Pocket in the luggage compartment87
Pockets83
Power limit Tilt / slide sunroof
56
Power steering33
Power windows Button in the front passenger door
54
Practical equipment storage net in the front centre console
81
Practical features Pockets
83
Storage compartment for umbrella82
Waste container80
Preheating unit35
R
Radio See Owner's Manual Infotainment/Radio
6
Raising the vehicle158
Rear fog light60
Warning light34
Rear seats71
Rear view camera Function keys
117
Orientation lines117
Rear View Camera Operation
117
Rear view mirror66
Rear window - heating63
refilling AdBlue
142
Refilling Coolant
146
Engine oil145
Windscreen washer fluid144
Reflective vest154
Refuelling139
Fuel139
Regulation Headlight beam
58
Remote Synchronization process
51
Remote control Aux. heating (aux. heating and ventilation)
99
Changing battery164
Unlocking/locking the vehicle48
Removable lamp90
Removable light Changing batteries
164
Removable through-loading bag84
Repairs and technical alterations131
Replace Battery
164
Replacing Bulbs170
Fuses167
Windscreen wiper blades166
Rev counter28
Reversing camera116
Rims150
Roof Load
93
Roof rack93
Running in Brake pads
103
Engine108
Tyres150
S
SafeLock
50
Safety10
Airbag16
Child safety21
Child safety seats21
Correct seated position10
Headrests73
ISOFIX24
TOP TETHER25
Safety belts rear middle seat
15
SAFE, SAFELOCK See SafeLock
50
Saving electrical energy108
Saving fuel108
SD-Card See Owner's Manual Infotainment
6
Seat belt height adjustment
14
Seat belts13
Belt tensioners15
fastening and unfastening14
189Index