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Deactivating airbags
Deactivating an airbag should be considered only in the following cases, for
example.
› When using a child seat on the front passenger seat, in which the child has
its back to the vehicle's direction of travel (in some countries this must be in
the direction of travel due to different legal regulations applying) » page 19,
Transporting children safely .
› If it is not possible to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the mid-
dle of the steering wheel and chest, despite the driver's seat being correctly
adjusted.
› If special attachments are required in the area of the steering wheel because
of a physical disability.
› If other seats have been installed (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side air-
bags).
The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated
switch » page 18 .
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA Service Partner to switch off any other
airbags.
Monitoring the airbag system
The functionality of the airbag system is monitored electronically even if one
of the airbags is switched off.
Airbag was switched off using diagnostic equipment
› The
warning light lights up for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition
is switched on and then flashes again for approximately 12 seconds.
Front passenger airbag switched off with the key switch in the storage com-
partment
› The
warning light comes on for about 3 seconds after the ignition has
been switched on.
› The
3
» Fig. 12 on page 18 warning light comes on when the ignition
is switched on.
Note
■ The national regulations for switching off airbags must be observed.■A ŠKODA Service Partner will be able to inform you which airbags in your ve-
hicle can/must be deactivated.Switching off the front passenger airbagFig. 12
Key-operated switch for the front passenger airbag/warning light
for front seat passenger airbag deactivation
Only the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the key switch.
Switching off
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the passenger door.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position
2
» Fig. 12 OFF .
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the passenger door.
›
Check whether the
3
1)
warning light in the
mes-
sage in the centre of the dash panel lights up after the ignition has been
switched on.
Switching on
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the passenger door.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch into position
1
» Fig. 12 ON .
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the passenger door.
1)
The
airbag warning light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on, goes out for
about 1 second and then comes on again.
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Page 21 of 197
›Check whether the 3
warning light in the mes-
sage in the centre of the dash panel does not light up after the ignition is
switched on.WARNING■ The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switch-
ed off.■
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag.
■
If the
warning light flashes, the front passenger airbag will not be
deployed in the event of an accident. Have the airbag system checked by a
specialist garage immediately.
■
The key cannot be inserted in the key switch while driving.
■ Shocks can cause the key to turn in the slot and trigger the airbag!
■ The airbag can be triggered unexpectedly in an accident - it may result
in injury or death!
CAUTION
An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!Transporting children safely
Child seat
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat
20
Child safety and side airbag
21
Classification of child seats
21
Use of child seats fastened with a seat belt
21
Children are generally safer on the rear seats than on the front passenger
seat.
In contrast to adults, the muscles and bone structure of children are not yet
fully developed. Thus children are exposed to increased risk of injury.
Children should be transported in accordance with the relevant statutory pro-
visions.
Child seats that comply with the ECE-R 44 standard must be used. The ECE-R
standard stands for: Economic Commission for Europe - Regulation.
Child seats that comply with the ECE-R 44 standard have a test seal that can-
not be removed: a large E within a circle with the test number below.
WARNING■ The national legal requirements must be observed when using child
seats.■
One should never carry children, and also not babies! - on one's lap.
■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Certain outside climatic
conditions can cause life-threatening temperatures in the vehicle.
■
The child must be secured in the vehicle throughout the journey. Other-
wise, in the event of an accident, the child would be thrown through the
vehicle and as a result may suffer fatal injuries, and also injure other occu-
pants.
■
Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci-
dent if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the
vehicle is moving. This particularly applies to children who are transported
on the front passenger seat as they can suffer severe, or even fatal injuries
if the airbag system is deployed!
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Opening the boot lid for vehicles with central locking›Press the handle and open the tailgate in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 35
-
.
Closing›
Pull down the tailgate and close it with a gentle swing.
A handle which makes the closing easier is located on the inner panelling of
the boot lid.
Automatic locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the key symbol on the remote control key,
then the door is automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
After the activation of the delayed locking, the door can be opened again after
closing within a limited period.
Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically. We therefore recommend locking the vehicle with the key sym-
bol
on the remote control key.
Emergency unlocking
Fig. 36
Emergency unlocking of the boot
lid
Read and observe on page 50 first.
The boot lid can be unlocked manually if there is a fault in the central locking
system.
Unlocking
›
Fold the rear seat backrest forward » page 66, Rear seats .
›
Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the opening in the trim in the direc-
tion of the arrow
1
» Fig. 36 as far as the stop.
›
Unlock the lock
3
under the trim in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Open the tailgate.
Electrical power windows
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing the windows
52
Power window force limiter
53
Window convenience operation
53
Operational faults
53WARNING■ If the vehicle is locked from the outside, do not leave anybody in the vehi-
cle as it is not possible to open the windows from the inside in the event of
an emergency.■
The system is fitted with a force limiter » page 53. If there is an obstacle,
the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by several centi-
metres. The windows should nevertheless be closed carefully – risk of in-
jury.
■
Deactivating the electrically operated power windows in the rear doors is
recommended (safety push button)
S
when children are being transported
in the rear seats » Fig. 37 on page 52 .
■
Proceed with caution when closing windows to avoid causing crushing in-
juries - there is a risk of injury.
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›Release the lever 1 and push the seat until the lock clicks into place.
Adjusting height of seat›
To lift the seat, pull or pump lever
2
» Fig. 55 upwards.
›
To lower the seat, push or pump the lever
2
downwards.
Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest
›
Relieve the load on the seat backrest (do not lean on it), pull the lever
3
» Fig. 55 towards the rear and set the desired angle of the seat backrest
with the back.
›
After releasing the lever
3
, the seat backrest will remain in the set position.
Front seat heating
Fig. 56
Rocker switch for front seat
heating
Read and observe on page 65 first.
The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically.
›
Switch the front seat heating to 25 % or 100 % power by pressing rocker
switch at position 1 or 2 » Fig. 56 .
›
To switch off the heating shift the rocker switch into the horizontal position.
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 not to use the seat heating. 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 pressure at specific points to
avoid damaging the heating elements for the seat heaters.■
Do not turn on the seat heater if seats are not occupied.
■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seats have objects attached to or
placed on them, for example a child seat, a bag, etc. A fault of the heating ele-
ments in the seat heating can occur.
■
If additional seat covers or protective covers are attached to the seats, do
not turn on the seat heater - there is a risk of damaging the seat covers and
seat heating.
■
Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 134.
Note
■
The seat heating should only be switched on when the engine is running.
This has a significant effect of saving on the battery capacity.■
If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automatically,
in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con-
trol » page 149 , Automatic load deactivation .
Rear seats
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Folding the seat backrest forwards
66
Folding the seat cushions forwards, removing
67
Folding the seat backrest forwards
Fig. 57
Unlock the seat backrest
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The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backr-
ests forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles
with divided rear seats.
Folding forward›
Before folding the rear seats forwards, adapt the position of the front seats
in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded rear seats.
›
Unlock the seat backrest by pressing the securing knob
A
» Fig. 57 and fold
it forwards.
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest.
›
Fold the seat backrest completely forwards.
Folding backwards
›
Push the head restraint into the slightly lifted seat backrest.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
WARNING■
The 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 latched in position so that no ob-
jects from the luggage compartment can slip into the passenger compart-
ment under sudden braking – there is a risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then
that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its func-
tion.
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.
Note
On vehicles with an installed net partition housing, first fold back the left seat
rest followed by the right one.Folding the seat cushions forwards, removingFig. 58
Folding the seat cushions forwards and removing
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backr-
ests forward or by removing the rear seats.
Folding forward
›
Pull up the seat squab in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 58 and fold for-
wards in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Removing
›
Fold the seat cushion forward.
›
Press the wire loops in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 58 -
and remove
the seat squab from its bracket.
Fitting
›
Press the wire loop in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 58 -
and fit it into
the bracket.
›
Fold the seat cushion back into its original position.
Head restraints
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the head restraints
68
Storing the head restraints in the seat squabs
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Adjusting the head restraintsFig. 59
Head restraint: adjusting/removing
Setting the height
›
Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands and push it upwards as
required » Fig. 59 -
.
›
To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety but-
ton » Fig. 59 -
with one hand and push the head restraint down with the
other hand.
Removing/installing
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 59 -
and pull
the head restraint out.
›
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat back-
rest until the locking button clicks into place.
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head restraint is at the same
level as the upper part of your head.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant.
Correctly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective
protection for the occupants » page 7.
WARNING■
The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.■
Never drive with the head restraints removed - there is a risk of injury.
■
If the rear seats are occupied, the rear head restraint must not be in the
lower position.
Storing the head restraints in the seat squabsFig. 60
Rear seats: Inserting head re-
straints in the seat cushions
The rear head restraints can be inserted into the corresponding holes in the folded seat squabs » Fig. 60.
Boot
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Class N1 vehicles
69
Fastening elements
69
Folding hooks
70
Fixing nets
70
Boot cover
70
Further positions of the luggage compartment cover
71
Retractable luggage compartment cover (Fabia Estate)
71
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 using the fixing
net » page 69 .
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
weighing 4.5 kg produces energy corresponding to 20 times its own weight.
This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.WARNING■ Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing 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 – there is
a risk of death.
■
Please note that the handling properties of the vehicle may be affected
when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be shifted –
there is a risk of an accident. The speed and style of driving must be adjus-
ted 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 being
thrown forward, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly at-
tached to the lashing eyes.
■
Items carried in the luggage compartment must be stowed in such a way
that no objects are able to slip forward under sudden driving manoeuvres
or braking – there is a risk of injury.
■
When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and dangerous in
the boot that has been enlarged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure
the safety of the passengers transported on the other rear seats » page 9,
Correct seated position of the rear seat passengers .
■
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.
■
Never drive with the tailgate fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise ex-
haust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning.
■
Under no circumstances, should the permissible axle loads and permissi-
ble gross weight of the vehicle be exceeded – there is the risk of an acci-
dent.
■
Never 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.NoteTyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 151, Tyre service life .
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
On class N1 vehicles, which are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set
which complies with the standard EN 12195 (1 - 4) must be used for fastening
the load.
The proper functioning of the electrical system is essential for the safe opera-
tion of the vehicle. It is important to ensure that it is not damaged during mod-
ifications or when loading or unloading the luggage compartment.
Fastening elements
Fig. 61
Boot: Lashing eyes and fastening elements
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
The following fastening elements are found in the luggage compart-
ment » Fig. 61 .
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening elements for fastening fixing nets.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the lashing eyes is 3.5 kN (350 kg).
Note
The upper front lashing eyes are located underneath the folding rear seat
backrest » Fig. 61.AB69Seats and storage
Page 73 of 197
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could
be endangered if there is sudden braking or the vehicle collides with some-
thing.
CAUTION
■ When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the luggage compartment
cover or the side trim panel can occur if handled in an unprofessional way. The
following guidelines must be observed. ■ The recesses in the cover 3
» Fig. 64 must lock in the holders in the side
trim panel
2
.
■ The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the lug-
gage compartment cover. ■ The cover must not be jammed in the seal of the boot lid when it is in the
opened position.
■ There must be no object in the gap between the opened cover and the rear
backrest.
Note
Opening the boot lid also lifts up the boot cover.
Further positions of the luggage compartment cover
Fig. 65
The luggage compartment cover: Stowed in the lower position/
behind the rear seats
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
The luggage compartment cover can be fitted to the following positions:› In the lower position on the support elements
» Fig. 65 -
»
› Behind the rear seats
» Fig. 65 -
.
CAUTIONIn this position
» Fig. 65 - the luggage compartment cover is designed for
small objects up to a weight of 2.5 kg.
Retractable luggage compartment cover (Fabia Estate)
Fig. 66
Boot: foldable boot cover/removing foldable boot cover
Read and observe
and on page 69 first.
Pulling out
›
Pull the retractable luggage compartment cover in direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 66 as far as the stop into the secured position.
Retracting
›
Press the cover in the handle area in the direction of the arrow
2
, and the
cover automatically rolls up into position.
Removing
›
The fully folded luggage compartment cover can be removed to transport
bulky goods by pressing on the side of the cross rod in the direction of the
arrow
3
and taking it out by moving it in the direction of the arrow
4
.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the foldable boot cover.71Seats and storage
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Removing and installing carrier railsFig. 69
Slacken check points/remove carrier rails
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Removing
›
Undo the securing points
B
» Fig. 69 on the carrier rails using the vehicle
key or a flat screwdriver.
›
Grasp the carrier rail
A
at position
1
and slacken it by pulling in the direc-
tion of arrow. You can take out the removable storage compartments in or-
der to facilitate the removal » page 83, Storage compartments in the boot .
›
Grasp the carrier rail
A
at position
2
and slacken it by pulling in the direc-
tion of arrow.
›
The carrier rail on the other side of the luggage compartment can be re-
moved in the same way.
Fitting
›
Position the carrier rails on the sides of the boot.
›
Press the two securing points
B
» Fig. 69 on each carrier rail to the stop.
›
Check the attachment of the carrier rails by pulling it.
WARNINGEnsure that the carrier rails and variable loading floor are correctly fastened
when fitting the variable loading floor. If this is not the case, there is a risk
of injury for the occupants.Net partition (Fabia Estate)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the net partition behind the rear seats
73
Using the net partition behind the front seats
74
Removing and refitting the net partition housing
74WARNING■ The belt locks and the belts must be in their original position after folding
back the seat cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely latched in position so that no ob-
jects from the luggage compartment can slip into the passenger compart-
ment under sudden braking – there is a risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. It is only then
that the three-point seat belt for the middle seat can reliably fulfil its func-
tion.
■
Make sure that the transverse rod is inserted into the mounts
C
» Fig. 70
on page 73 or » Fig. 71 on page 74 in the forward position.
Using the net partition behind the rear seats
Fig. 70
Extending/retracting the net partition
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Extending
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Fold down the rear seat backrests slightly forwards, which makes it possible
to clear the access for removing the net partition.
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›Pull the net partition by tab A
» Fig. 70 out of the housing B in the direc-
tion of mounts C.›
Insert the transverse rod into one of the mounts
C
and push forwards.
›
Insert the transverse rod into the mount
C
on the other side of the vehicle
in the same way.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob clicks into place - check by pulling on the seat backrest.
Retracting
›
Pull the transverse rod back slightly first on one side and then on the other
and remove it from the mounts
C
» Fig. 70 .
›
Hold the transverse rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up
into the housing
B
without being damaged.
If you wish to use the entire boot, the foldable boot cover can be re-
moved » page 71 .
Using the net partition behind the front seats
Fig. 71
Extending/retracting the net partition
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Extending
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Fold the seat cushions and rear seat rests forward.
›
Pull the net partition by tab
A
» Fig. 71 out of the housing
B
in the direction
of mounts
C
.
›
Insert the transverse rod into one of the mounts
C
and push forwards.
›
Insert the transverse rod into the mount
C
on the other side of the vehicle
in the same way.
Retracting›Pull the transverse rod back slightly first on one side and then on the other
and remove it from the mounts C
» Fig. 71 .
›
Hold the transverse rod in such a way that the net partition can slowly roll up
into the housing
B
without being damaged.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original position.
Removing and refitting the net partition housing
Fig. 72
Rear seats: Net partition housing
Read and observe on page 73 first.
Removing
›
Open the rear right door.
›
Fold the seat cushions and rear seat backrests forward – first the left and then the right backrest.
›
Push the net partition housing
A
» Fig. 72 in the direction of the arrow
1
and remove it from the mount on the right seat back in the direction of the
arrow
2
.
Fitting
›
Insert the recesses on the net partition housing into the mounts on the rear
seat backrests.
›
Push the net partition housing in the opposite direction of the arrow
1
as
far as the stop.
›
Fold the rear seats back into their original position.
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