
Remove adapter›Push the release buttonB in the direction of arrow 3 and remove the
adapter in the direction of arrow 4
» Fig. 76 .
›
Seal the opening in the dashboard with the cover.
WARNINGAn incorrectly mounted adapter can break loose from the dashboard in sud-
den manoeuvre or an accident - there is risk of injury!
Inserting / removing phone
Fig. 77 
Inserting phone / Removing phone
Read and observe 
 and  on page 66 first.
Inserting phone
›
Insert the phone between the arms 
A
move them in the direction of arrows
1
 and secure the phone by doing so  » Fig. 77.
›
Secure the phone by moving the arm 
B
 in direction of arrow 
2
.
Removing phone
›
Press The key 
C
 in direction of arrow 
3
 the arm 
B
 moves into the starting
position in the direction of arrow 
4
  » Fig. 77 .
›
Remove the phone from the bracket.
›
To adjust the lower arms to the starting position, lift the holder with the
adapter of the panel and press the button 
D
.
Transport of cargo
Luggage compartment and transporting objects
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fasteners
68
Fixing nets
68
Luggage compartment cover
69
Variable loading floor
69
Class N1 vehicles
70
When transporting heavy objects, the driving characteristics change due to the
shift in centre-of-gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjusted ac-
cordingly.
When transporting cargo the following instructions must be adhered to
▶ Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment and secure it with
suitable lashing straps to the lashing eyes or fixing nets so that they cannot
slip.
▶ Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
▶ Tyre pressure should be adjusted for the load.
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.
Luggage compartment light
The light switches on/off when the luggage compartment lid is opened or
closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will go out auto-
matically after 10 minutes. 
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WARNING■Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. If heavy objects have not been suitably secured, there is a
risk of injury!■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
An unsecured dirt or improperly attached load could slip during a sudden
manoeuvre or in an accident - danger of injury!
■
Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
■
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.
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load for the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. - these could be damaged.■
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
■
Do not place any sharp objects in the nets in the luggage compartment -
there is a risk of damage to the nets.
Fasteners
Fig. 78 
Fasteners
Read and observe  and  on page 68 first.
The fasteners are located on both sides of the luggage compartment.
Overview of the fastening elements  » Fig. 78
Fasteners  only for fastening fixing nets
Hooks for hanging small items of luggage (e.g. bags)
Lashing eye for fastening the load
The maximum static load for each hook B
 is 1.5 kg and the individual lashing
eyes 
C
 is 350 kg.
WARNINGDo not use hook B  » Fig. 78  to lash down any objects - there is a risk of
damage to the hook during sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
Fixing nets
Fig. 79 
Example of how to fix nets/fastening details for the rear area of
the luggage compartment 
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Fig. 80 
Details of the fastening behind the rear seats
Read and observe 
 and  on page 68 first.
Fastening examples for nets  » Fig. 79  and  » Fig. 80
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 for each of the nets is 1.5 kg.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 81 
Remove the luggage compartment cover
Read and observe 
 and  on page 68 first.
If the support straps 
A
  » Fig. 81  are attached to the boot lid, then opening the
lid will raise the boot lid cover (hereafter referred to as cover).
Fold up and lock›Raise the cover and bolt it down  » Fig. 81on both sides of the boot lid in the
studs B
.
Unlocking
›
Fold the raised cover down. The cover is released from the studs 
B
  » Fig. 81 .
Removal
›
On both sides of the boot lid unhook the straps 
A
 in the direction of arrow
1
  » Fig. 81 .
›
Press down on both sides on the underside of the cover to free them from
the studs 
C
.
›
Take out the cover in the direction of arrow 
2
.
Inserting
›
Position the fixtures 
D
 on the cover over the studs 
C
  » Fig. 81 .
›
Press down on both sides on the top of the cover in the area of the studs 
C
.
The fixtures 
D
 must lock into place in the studs 
C
 on both sides of the lug-
gage compartment.
›
On both sides of the boot lid unhook the straps 
A
.
WARNING■ Do not place any objects on the cover during the trip - risk of injury if
braking suddenly or colliding!■
Never ride with the cover up - risk of damage to the cover.
Variable loading floor
Fig. 82 
Variable loading floor in the raised position: raise / raised 
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Fig. 83 
Variable loading floor: lower / lowered
Read and observe 
 and  on page 68 first.
›
To  raise  the loading floor, grasp handle 
A
 and raise as far as the stop in the
direction of arrow 
1
  » Fig. 82 .
›
To lower  it, lift the loading floor, push it into the grooves in the direction of
arrow 
2
 insert and lay it on the luggage compartment floor in direction of
arrow 
3
.
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe 
 and  on page 68 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.
Transportation on the roof rackFig. 84 
Attachment points - 3-door
Fig. 85 
Attachment points - 5-door
The attachment points 
A
 and 
B
 are located on both sides of the vehicle
» Fig. 84  and » Fig. 85 .
The basic carrier should be mounted and dismounted in accordance with the
instructions provided.
Roof load
The maximum permitted weight of the load incl. carriers is 50 kg.
WARNINGThe following instructions must be observed to aid road safety when trans- porting cargo on the roof rack.■
Always distribute the load on the roof rack evenly and secure properly
with suitable lashing straps or tensioning straps. 
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WARNING (Continued)■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.■
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
■ Make sure that the panoramic tilt / slide sunroof or the boot lid does not col-
lide with the roof load when opened.■
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.Heating and ventilation
Heating, manual air conditioning system, Climatronic
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Heating and manual air conditioning
72
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
73
Climatronic - automatic operation
73
recirculation
73
Air outlet vents
74
The heater heats and ventilates the vehicle interior. The air conditioning sys-
tem 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 works under the following conditions. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above 2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
When the cooling system is switched on, it prevents misting of the windscreen
and windows.
It is possible to boost the effectiveness of the cooling system by briefly acti-
vating the air recirculation system » page 73.
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 outside temperature and the inside temperature
should not be greater than 5 °C.
▶ The cooling system should 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. 
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WARNING■The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting.
Otherwise there is a risk of accident.■
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
Note
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or
leaves to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates 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.
Heating and manual air conditioning
Fig. 86 
Heating Controls
Fig. 87 
Controls of the air conditioning
Read and observe  on page 72 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the control dial and
pressing the appropriate button  » Fig. 86 and  » Fig. 87 . When the function is
switched on, the indicator light in the button lights up.
Setting temperature▶  Reduce the temperature / 
 Increase the temperature
Setting the fan speed (level 0: blower off, level 4: highest speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet  » page 74
  Air flow to the windows
  Air flow to the upper body
  Air flow in the footwell
  Air flow to the windows and the footwell
Recirculated air mode
▶  Turn on
▶   Turn off
Switching the cooling system on/off
Information on the cooling system
After pressing the button   the indicator light on the button lights up, even if
not all the conditions for the cooling system have been met. The cooling sys-
tem starts to work as soon as the following conditions have been met
» page 71 .
Note
In order to ensure adequate warmth and comfort, the operation of the air con-
ditioning may lead to an increase in the engine idle speed.ABCD72Using the system     

Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)Fig. 88 
Controls the Climatronic
Read and observe 
 on page 72 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by pressing the corresponding
button  » Fig. 88 . When this function is switched on, the corresponding icon ap-
pears in the display.
Setting temperature
▶ 
 Increase temperature /   reduce temperature
Selected temperature
Temperature units (degrees Celsius / Fahrenheit)
Intensive air flow to the windscreen switched on
Recirculated air mode activated
Direction of air flow
Automatic operation of the air conditioning system is switched on
Cooling system activated
Set blower speed
Adjust the blower speed
▶   Increase speed
▶  Reduce speed up to turning off the Climatronic
Interior temperature sensor Switching on/off the intensive windscreen air flow - when this function
is switched on, the warning light illuminates in the button
Switch recirculation on/off  » page 73
Switching the airflow to the windows on and off
Switching the airflow to the upper body on and off
1234567891011Switching the airflow to the footwell on and off Switching automatic mode on
Switching the cooling system on/off
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains
active whereby the minimum temperature that can be reached is the outside
temperature.
Setting temperature
In the range between 16 °C to 29 °C, an automatic temperature control takes
place.
At a temperature setting below 16 ° C,  
 lights up in the temperature display,
the Climatronic functions with  maximum cooling performance .
At a temperature setting above 29 °C,   lights up in the temperature display,
the Climatronic functions with  maximum heating output.
CAUTION
Do not cover the interior temperature sensor 11 » Fig. 88  - the function of the
Climatronic could be affected.
Note
In order to ensure adequate thermal comfort, there may be an increase in en-
gine idle speed during operation of the Climatronic in some circumstances.
Climatronic - automatic operation
Read and observe 
 on page 72 first.
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and
to demist the windows in the interior of the car.
›
To  switch on  press the 
button. The display shows  
 (pos. 
7
 » Fig. 88
on page 73 ).
›
To turn off , press any button for the air distribution or change the blower
speed. However, temperature regulation is continued.
recirculation
Read and observe 
 on page 72 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. 
73Heating and ventilation      

›To the 
turn on move the slider D into position   or press the button   in
Climatronic.›
To Turn off move the slider 
D
 into position  
 or press the button  
 in Cli-
matronic.
WARNINGThe recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time,
because no fresh air is fed through from the outside. “Stale air” may result
in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also
cause the windows to mist up. As soon as windows mist up, turn on the re-
circulation system immediately - risk of accident!
CAUTION
We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation
is switched on. The smoke sucked from the interior is deposited on the evapo-
rator of the air conditioner. This produces a permanent odour when the air
conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through consid-
erable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).
Air outlet vents
Fig. 89 
Air outlet vents
Read and observe 
 on page 72 first.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted for the air vents  3 » Fig. 89  and the
vents can also be opened and closed individually.
›
To  open , press on the outer edge of the slat in area 
A
 » Fig. 89 .
›To 
close , move the slats back to their original position.›To change the air flow , turn the slats in the desired direction.
Depending on the setting for air distribution, the air will flow from the follow-
ing air vents.Set the direction of the air outletAir outlet nozzles  » Fig. 891.  2 . 33 . 43 . 51.  2 . 3 . 5
CAUTION
Do not cover the air vents - the air distribution could be compromised.74Using the system