SKODA CITIGO 2014 1.G Repair Manual

WARNINGIf, as an occupant, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity,
e.g. through medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabe-
tes), we recommend you do not use seat heating on the driver or front pas-
senger seat. This can lead to burns on the back, the posterior and the legs
which are difficult to heal. 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.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■The seat heating in the following cases will not turn on - there is a risk of
damaging the seat covers and seat heating. ■The seats are not occupied by people.
■ Items are fastened or stored items on the seats, such as a child seat, a bag
and the like.
■ Additional seat covers or protective covers are fixed to the seats.■
Clean the seat covers » page 102, Seat covers .
Note
If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heater switches off automatically, in or-
der to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 116,
Automatic load deactivation .
Folding front passenger seat
Fig. 49
Folding the front passenger seat
forward
The front passenger seat can be folded forward into a horizontal position.
Folding forward
›
Place the lever in position
1
» Fig. 49 .
›Remove the seat rest in the direction of the arrow 2.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.›
Slide the seat forwards up to the stop.
Folding backwards
›
Place the lever in position
1
» Fig. 49 .
›
Fold the seat backrest in the opposite direction of the arrow
2
.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
›
Move the seat backwards until the stop.
When fitted with the Easy Entry system and the memory function, the seat
adopts the position set when moving backwards which was set when the seat
backrest was folded forwards.
WARNING■ The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-
jects on the seat backrest that has been folded forwards » page 18.■
Only adjust the seat backrest when the vehicle is stationary.
■
When moving the seat backrest, make sure that the seat backrest has
been properly secured – check by pulling on the seat backrest.
■
If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the
outer seat behind the driver.
■
When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs out of the area between the
seat and seat backrest – risk of injury!
■
Never transport the following items on the seat backrest when folded
forwards. ■Objects that could restrict the driver's view.
■ Objects which make it impossible for the driver to control the vehicle,
e.g. if they roll under the pedals, or could protrude into the driver's zone.
■ Objects which could lead to injury to passengers due to a change of di-
rection or braking manoeuvre when accelerating sharply.
58Using the system

Seat backrestsFig. 50
Unlocked backrest
The rear seat backrest can be folded forwards to increase the size of the lug-
gage compartment. The seat backrests can also be folded forward individually
on vehicles with divided rear seats.
Fold down split seat backrest
›
Push the securing knob
A
» Fig. 50 and fold the seat backrest forwards.
›
Move the head restraint fully towards the rear, or remove » page 57.
›
Fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Fold down undivided seat backrest
›
Press the securing knobs
A
» Fig. 50 on both sides of the seat back, and tilt
the seat back forward.
›
Move the head restraint fully downwards or remove » page 57.
›
Fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Fold back split seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest
tilted slightly forwards » page 57.
›
Hold your seat belt on the side trim.
›
Then fold the seat backrest back until the securing knob clicks into place -
check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red marker
B
» Fig. 50 is hidden.
Fold back undivided seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraints, you need to reinsert them with the back-
rest tilted slightly forwards » page 57.
›
Keep the seat belts on both sides of the backrests on the side cover.
›
Then fold the seat backrests back until the securing knobs clicks into place -
check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red marks
B
» Fig. 50 on both sides of the seat back are
no longer visible.
WARNING■ The seat belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after
folding back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects
in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on
sudden braking – risk of injury.
■
In occupied rear seats make sure that the respective seat backrests are
properly engaged.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr-
ests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the fol-
ded back seat backrests.59Seats and head restraints

Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
60
Storage compartment on the driver's side
60
Storage compartment in the front centre console
61
Cup holders
61
Cigarette lighter
61
Ashtray
62
12-Volt power outlet
62
Multimedia holder
63
Photo holder
63
Storage compartment on the front passenger side - version 1
63
Storage compartment on the passenger side - version 2
64
Foldable hook
64
Clothes hook
64
Net pockets on the front seat rest
65
Stowage compartments in front of the rear seats
65WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident.■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from oth-
er storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would not
be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal or accelerate - danger of causing
an 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.
■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like. may only be placed in the ashtray!
Car park ticket holderFig. 51
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The note holder » Fig. 51 is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
Storage compartment on the driver's side
Fig. 52
Storage compartment on the
driver's side
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The open stowage compartment can be found underneath the dash panel on
the driver's side » Fig. 52.
WARNINGNever store hard, heavy or sharp items in an opened stowage compart-
ment.60Using the system

Storage compartment in the front centre consoleFig. 53
Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The open storage compartment is in the front of the centre console » Fig. 53.
Cup holders
Fig. 54
Cup holders: front / rear
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
Placement of the cup holders » Fig. 54
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
Fixing cups in the front cup holder
Fold the cup holder clip » Fig. 54 -
 towards the front.
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 beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill – risk of scalding!
■
No objects should be placed in the drinks holders, as the vehicle occu-
pants could be endangered if sudden braking occurs or the vehicle collides
with something.
CAUTION
Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the
electrical components or seat upholstery.
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 55
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 60 first.
Using the system
›
Press in the button of the cigarette lighter » Fig. 55.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNINGTake care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper use of the cigarette
lighter can cause burns. 61Transporting and practical equipment

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 for electrical
appliances » page 62, 12-Volt power outlet .■
Further notes » page 93, Modifications, adjustments and technical altera-
tions .
Ashtray
Fig. 56
Opening ashtray
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Open/close
›
Lift the ashtray cover in direction of arrow » Fig. 56.
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Removing
›
Pull out the ashtray upwards » .
Installing
›
Insert the ashtray vertically.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
CAUTION
When removing, do not hold the ashtray at the cover – risk of breakage.12-Volt power outletFig. 57
12-Volt power socket
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The 12-volt electrical outlet (hereinafter referred to only as a power socket) is
located in the storage compartment in the front centre console » Fig. 57.
Use
›
Open the power socket cap » Fig. 57.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The power socket and the connected devices can only be used when the igni-
tion is switched on.
WARNING■ Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives. 
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■Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
Multimedia holder
Fig. 58
Multimedia holder
Read and observe on page 60 first.
You can use this multimedia holder » Fig. 58 to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3
player or similar devices.
The holder can be found in the stowage compartment of the front centre con-
sole » Fig. 58 .
WARNINGNever use the multimedia holder as an ashtray - risk of fire!
Photo holder
Fig. 59
Photo holder
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The photo holder can be used for attachment of, for example, photos, sticky
notes and such like.
The holder is located in the middle part of the panel » Fig. 59.
Storage compartment on the front passenger side - version 1
Fig. 60
Storage compartment on the
front passenger side
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The open stowage compartment can be found underneath the dash panel on
the front passenger's side » Fig. 60.
There is a bag hook
A
at the open stowage compartment which is used to
hang smaller items of luggage, e.g. bags, or similar.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hook is 1.5 kg.63Transporting and practical equipment

Storage compartment on the passenger side - version 2Fig. 61
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
Storage compartment » Fig. 61
Opening lever
Glasses storage box
Notepad holder
Pen holder
Coin holder
Card holder
Open/close
›
Pull on the opening lever
1
» Fig. 61 .
Please read the following information if there is a foldable hook in the opening
lever » page 64,
in section Foldable hook .
›
To close, push the cover upwards.
The cover must engage firmly.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.123456Foldable hookFig. 62
Foldable hooks
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The foldable hook can be used to hang small items of luggage, such as bags and the like.
The foldable hook is located in the opening levers of the storage compartment
cover on the passenger side » Fig. 62.
CAUTION
■
The maximum permissible load of the hook is 1.5 kg.■Remove suspended luggage from the hook before opening the storage com-
partment lid - there is a risk of damage to hook.
Note
When the hook is folded forward, it folds back automatically when the storage
compartment is opened.
Clothes hook
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
The clothes hooks are located at the centre door bars of the vehicle.
WARNING■Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks. Never leave any heavy or
sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing.■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing otherwise
this may reduce the effectiveness of head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision
to the rear. 
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CAUTIONThe maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Net pockets on the front seat rest
Fig. 63
Meshed pocket
Read and observe
on page 60 first.
The net pockets are used for storage of small and light objects, such as mobile phones and the like.
The net pockets are located on the inner sides of the front seat backr-
ests » Fig. 63 .
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets.
Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets is 150 g.■Never place large objects, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp edges into the
map pockets - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.Stowage compartments in front of the rear seatsFig. 64
Storage compartment
Read and observe on page 60 first.
The open storage compartments » Fig. 64are located in front of the rear seats.
Luggage compartment

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Lashing eyes
66
Bag hooks
66
Fixing nets
67
Luggage compartment cover
67
Variable loading floor
68
Class N1 vehicles
68
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics of your vehicle:
›
Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
›
Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
›
Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or by using the fixing
nets » page 66 .
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. 
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Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object
with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times its
own weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.WARNING■ Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing eyes.■
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in
case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger
of death!
■
Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling proper-
ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of
accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with
unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of
braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving
around, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached
to the lashing eyes.
■
The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of in-
jury!
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 10, Correct seated position
for the passengers in the rear seats .
■
If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that
the seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly
ajar otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk
of poisoning!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 118.
Lashing eyesFig. 65
Lashing eyes
Read and observe and on page 66 first.
Fixing eyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods
to be loaded » Fig. 65.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).
Bag hooks
Fig. 66
Bag hooks
Read and observe and on page 66 first.
The luggage compartment has bag hooks used to secure smaller items of lug- gage, e.g. bags, etc. » Fig. 66.
WARNINGNever use the bag hooks for lashing loaded goods. The bag hooks may tear
off during sudden braking manoeuvres or in the event of an accident. 66Using the system

CAUTIONThe bag hooks may be loaded up to a maximum of 1.5 kg.
Fixing nets
Fig. 67
Fixing nets/fastening details in the rear area of the luggage com-
partment
Fig. 68
Details of the fastening behind the rear seats
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
Securing of the nets » Fig. 67 and » Fig. 68
Horizontal pocket
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
CAUTION■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.■Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 69
Removing/installing the luggage
compartment cover
Read and observe and on page 66 first.
The luggage compartment cover can be removed if you wish to transport bulky
goods.
Folding up/folding down
›
To fold up, raise the luggage compartment cover and press into the side
holders
A
» Fig. 69 .
›
To fold down, pull the raised part of the luggage compartment cover to the
rear.
Removing/installing
›
To remove, move the luggage compartment downwards from the side hold-
ers
B
» Fig. 69 .
›
To re-install it, place the luggage compartment cover on the side holders
B
and press on them from above into the holders
B
.
WARNING■
No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover, the vehi-
cle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle
collides with something.■
Never drive while the luggage compartment cover is raised. Always fold it
down before your journey, or remove it. 
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