2017 SKODA CITIGO tow

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. 
59Useful features

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

›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.
›
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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Storage compartment on the front passenger side - version 1Fig. 68
Storage compartment on the
front passenger side
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The open stowage compartment
A
can be found underneath the dash panel
on the front passenger's side » Fig. 68.
There is a bag hook
B
in the stowage compartment which is used to hang
smaller items of luggage (e.g. bags, or similar).
The maximum permissible load on the hook is 1.5 kg.
Storage compartment on the passenger side - version 2
Fig. 69
Open storage compartment / interior of the storage compartment
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
Storage compartment » Fig. 69
Opening lever
Glasses storage box
Notepad holder
ABCPen holder
Card holder
Coin holder
Open/close›
If there is a folding hook » Fig. 71 on page 65 on the handle
A
» Fig. 69 ,
remove any items hanging from it.
›
To open , pull the opening lever
A
in the direction of arrow
1
. The cover
folds in the arrow direction
2
.
›
To close , screw in the lid in the opposite direction of arrow
2
until it audibly
clicks into place.
Storage compartment for umbrella
Fig. 70
Storage compartment for the
umbrella
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The storage compartment under the passenger seat » Fig. 70is used for stor-
ing an umbrella.
CAUTION
Never store a wet umbrella in the storage compartment - there is a risk of
damage to the umbrella.
Note
We recommend that you use the umbrella from the ŠKODA Original Accesso-
ries.DEF64Using the system

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.
›
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. 
66Using the system

With driving mode set, the vehicle will not start up
If the vehicle does not start off, the problem may be that the selector lever is
not completely in the selected position. In such an instance, press the brake
pedal and put the selector lever into the required position.
Manual shifting (Tiptronic)
Fig. 123
Selector lever / display
Read and observe
and on page 100 first.
Tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears on the selector lever. Switching to manual shifting when the vehicle is stationary
›
Depress the brake pedal.
›
Press the selector lever twice to the left in the spring-tensioned position.
Gear changing
›
To change up , tap the selector lever forwards
+
» Fig. 123 .
›
To change down , tap the selector lever backwards
-
» Fig. 123.
Switching to manual shifting during driving
›
Press the selector lever towards the left in the spring-tensioned position in
the direction of the arrow and set in position M. The selector lever position
you have engaged is shown in the instrument cluster display » Fig. 123.
Temporarily switching to manual shifting in position D
›
Tilt the selector lever forward
+
or rearwards
-
» Fig. 123 .
If in a short time, no manual gear change takes place, then the temporary
manual shifting switches off.
The gearshift indicator should be observed when changing gear » page 38.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear
just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached. If a lower gear
is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk of the engine
overrevving.
Note
It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual
shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and
hence the wear of the brakes.
Starting-off and driving
Read and observe
and on page 100 first.
Moving off and pausing temporarily
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Start the engine.
›
Press the selector lever towards the left in the spring-tensioned position in
the direction of the arrow » Fig. 122 on page 100 and insert into position D .
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time (e.g. at a crossroads). However, the brake pedal should be de-
pressed, in order to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
Accelerating hard while in motion (kick-down function)
If the accelerator pedal is depressed while the vehicle is in forward drive mode,
the kick-down function is turned on.
The gear change is adjusted accordingly to achieve maximum acceleration.
WARNINGRapid acceleration ( e.g. on slippery roads) can lead to a loss of control over
the vehicle – risk of accident!
Running in and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Running in the engine
102
Tips on economical driving
102101Starting-off and Driving

Parking aid (ParkPilot)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
105
Display in the swing radio display
106
The parking aid (hereinafter referred to only as a system) draws attention via
acoustic signals and an indication in the swing radio when manoeuvring
around obstacles in the vicinity of the vehicle.
WARNING■ The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 103, in section Introduction .■
Moving persons or objects may not be recognized by the system sensors.
■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of
clothing cannot reflect the system signals. There is a danger that such ob-
jects or people may not be recognised by the system sensors.
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External noise sources may affect the signals of the system sensors.
There is a danger that obstacles may not be recognised by the system sen-
sors.
■
Before reversing, you should make sure that there are no small obstacles
- such as rocks, small posts or similar - behind your vehicle. Such obstacles
may not be recognised by the system sensors.
CAUTION
■ Keep the system sensors » Fig. 125 on page 105 clean and free from snow
and ice, and do not cover them with any objects of any kind, otherwise the
functioning of the system may be restricted.■
In adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, water vapour, very low or high
temperatures, etc.), the functioning of the system may be impaired - “incorrect
recognition of obstacles”.
■
Accessories additionally installed on the vehicle rear, such as bicycle carriers,
can impair the system function.
FunctionFig. 125
Fitting the sensors / Range of the sensors
Read and observe
and on page 105 first.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are integrated in the rear
bumper » Fig. 125 .
Approximate range of sensors » Fig. 125
150 cm
60 cm
Audible signals
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. At a distance of approx. 30 cm a continuous tone starts to sound -
danger area. From this moment do not continue to move towards the obsta-
cle!
Activation/deactivation
The system is activated by engaging reverse gear. When activated an audible
signal is heard.
The system is deactivated by disengaging reverse gear.
Fault display
If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds after activating the system and there
is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. Seek help from a
specialist garage.
AB105Assist systems

The system can, for example, be affected in the following situations or not
be available. ▶ When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
▶ Driving around “sharp” bends.
▶ When fully pressing down the accelerator pedal.
▶ When the laser sensor is dirty or obscured.
▶ When the vehicles are very dirty and have a low level of reflection.
If the system is not available or there is a system malfunction, the message
and the warning light appears on the display of the instrument cluster 
flashes in a slow sequence.WARNINGDo not cover the windscreen in the area of the laser sensor. This can lead
to impaired function of the sensor - risk of accidents!WARNINGThe laser beam from the laser sensor can cause serious eye injuries. The la-
ser beam is not visible to the human eye.■
Never use optical devices, e.g. a range-finder camera or magnifying glass
to look into the laser sensor.
■
The laser beam can also be active when the system is disabled or is not
available.
CAUTION
■ Remove any snow from the windscreen in the area of the laser sensor using
a hand brush and any ice with a solvent-free de-icing spray.■
If the laser sensor range on the windscreen has scratches, cracks, etc., re-
place the windscreen.
Note
■ If an automatic brake intervention is triggered by the system, the pressure in
the brake system increases and the brake pedal cannot be operated with the
normal pedal stroke.■
Automatic braking interventions by the emergency brake function can be ter-
minated by pressing the clutch or the accelerator or by moving the steering
wheel.
Disable / EnableFig. 129
Button for the City Safe Drive
system
Read and observe and on page 107 first.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
›
to deactivate hold the button » Fig. 129 until a beep sounds.
The appropriate message and the indicator light appears 
 flashes several
times in a quicker sequence (the

 lights up at a speed of 5-30 km / h).
›
To
activate hold the button » Fig. 129until a beep sounds.
The appropriate message and the warning light appears 
 
in the display of
the instrument cluster.
WARNINGFor safety reasons, deactivate the system in the following situations.■When the vehicle is being towed away.■
When the vehicle is driven though an automatic car wash.
■
If the laser sensor is damaged or faulty.
■
When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.
■
When the windscreen is damaged in the region of the laser sensor.
■
For example, if the charge extends to the roof rack over the front edge of
the roof.
Tyre pressure monitoring
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Storing the tyre pressure values.
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108Driving