fold seats SKODA ROOMSTER 2006 1.G Owner's Manual

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WARNING
•Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the tail-
gate. Otherwise, the tailgate might open suddenly when driving
even if the tailgate lid lock is closed - risk of accident!
•Never drive with the ta ilgate fully opened or slightly ajar other-
wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of
poisoning!
•Do not press on the rear window when closing the tailgate, it
could crack - risk of injury!
Note
•After closing the tailgate, it is automatically locked within
1 seconds and the anti-theft alarm system* is activated. This applies
only if the vehicle was locked before closing the tailgate.
•The function of the hand grip above the licence plate is deactivated
when starting off or as of a speed of more than 5 km/hour for vehicles with
central locking. The function of the hand grip is activated again when the
vehicle has stopped and a door is opened.
•Hold the tailgate when opening.
Emergency unlocking of the tailgate
If there is a fault in the central locking, you can open the tailgate
as follows:
– Fold one of the outer rear seats forwards.
– Move the operating lever A with the aid of a narrow object e.g. screwdriver up to the stop in the direction of arrow; the tailgate
lid is then unlocked.
– Open the tailgate from outside.
Fig. 26 Emergency
unlocking of the tail-
gate
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Rear seats
Adjusting seats in forward/back direction
To enlarge the luggage compartment, the outer rear seats can be
pushed forwards, folded fully forwards or the seats can be
removed.
Moving seats in forw ard/back direction
– Pull the lever ⇒fig. 50 up or on the release loop ⇒fig. 51 and
move the seat into the desired position.
Note
Please refer to the following guidelines ⇒page 145, “Correct seated posi-
tion for the occupants on the rear seats”.
Adjusting the seat backrest
Fig. 50 Release at the
front
Fig. 51 Release at the
rear
Fig. 52 Adjusting the
seat backrest
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Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
– Pull the lever ⇒page 72, fig. 52 and adjust the desired angle
of the seat backrest.
Folding seats forwards
Fold seats fully forwards and secure
– Open the guide loop for the seat belt on the side of the outer seats and put the belt tongue into the opening of the respec-
tive side trim panel - safety holder.
– Move the seat as far as possible to the rear ⇒page 72.
– Pull the lever ⇒page 72, fig. 52 and fold the seat backrest
fully fowards.
– Pull the lever ⇒fig. 53 up and then fold the seat fully forwards.
– Secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt to a guide rod of the head restraint for the front seat ⇒fig. 54 .
Fig. 53 Folding seat
fully forwards
Fig. 54 Secure folded
forward seats
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WARNING
•Immediately secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the
fixing belt to a guide rod of the head restraint for the front seat -
there is a risk of injury as soon as the vehicle starts off.
•If the seat is not in the rear end position, damage can occur to
the locking bolts if th e seat is unlocked.
Note
Please refer to the following guidelines ⇒page 145, “Correct seated posi-
tion for the occupants on the rear seats”.
Removing seatsUnlocking and re moving seats
– Unlock the folded forward seat by pressing the seat locks in the direction of arrow ⇒fig. 55 .
– Remove the seat with the carrying handle on the seat ⇒fig. 56 .
Note
The outer seats are not replaceable alternatively. In the rear area the left
seat is marked with the letter L and the right seat with the letter R.
Note
Please refer to the following guidelines ⇒page 145.Fig. 55 Unlocking the
folded forward seat
Fig. 56 Carrying
handle on the seat
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Adjusting seats in crosswise direction
Moving seats in crosswise direction
– Remove the middle seat ⇒page 74.
– Fold the outer seat forwards ⇒page 73 and lock it
⇒ page 74, fig. 55 .
– Move the folded forward and unlocked seat on the guide towards the middle of the vehicle up to the stop.
– Lock the seat at the end of the guide ⇒fig. 57 .
Folding the seats back into position
Locking seats and folding back into position
– If the seat is removed, first of all position it on the guide and
lock the seat ⇒fig. 57 . Check for yourself that the seat is
correctly locked by pulling it up.
– Fold the seat into the horizontal position until it is heard to lock. Check for yourself that the seat is correctly locked by pulling it
up.
– Push the lever ⇒fig. 58 and fold the backrest back into posi-
tion. Check for yourself that the seat backrest is engaged.
– Take the belt tongue out of the safety holder.
– Close the guide loop of the seat belt on the side of the outer seats until it is heard to lock.
Fig. 57 Locking the
seatFig. 58 Folding the
seat backrest back into
position
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WARNING
•The belt lock must be in their orig inal position after folding back
the seats - they must be ready to use.
•The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so
that no objects in the luggage compartment can slide into the
passenger compartment if there is sudden braking - risk of injury.
•When folding the seat backrest always make sure that it has
safely locked into position, this is confirmed by the position and a
visible marking on the cover of the lever.
Note
The seat belts of the outer seats must always be guided through the guide
loops next to the head restraints. Otherwise the seat belts can slip behind
the seat.
Folding table on the middle seat backrest*
– The middle seat backrest can be folded ⇒page 73, “Folding
seats forwards” forwards and used as armrest or table with
cup holder ⇒fig. 59 .
– You can place two cups or beverage cans into the recesses.
Note
If the middle rear seat backrest should be folded forward for lengthy
periods, then make sure that the belt locks are not located below it - this
can result in permanent damage to the upholstery.
Pedals
You should use only footmats which do not obstruct the movement of the
pedals and have an anti-slip protection.
We recommend only to use footmats from Škoda genuine accessories
offered by your Škoda dealer.
Operation of the pedals must not be hindered!
WARNING
•Greater pedal distances may be needed when there is a fault in
the brake system.
•Do not place any footmats or other additional floor coverings in
the area of the pedals in order to ensure that all the pedals can be
fully depressed and are able to return unobstructed to their initial
position - risk of accident!
Fig. 59 Rear seats:
Armrest
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•There must be no objects on the floor which could roll under the
pedals. You would then no longer be able to apply the brakes,
operate the clutch or accelerator - risk of accident!
Luggage compartment
Loading the lugg age compartment
Please observe the following in the interest of having good
handling characteristics of your vehicle:
– Distribute the items of luggage as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
– Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or the safety
net* ⇒page 78.
In the event of an accident, there is such a high kinetic energy which is
produced by small and light objects that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy depends on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the object. The speed at which
the vehicle is travelling is in this case the more significant factor.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an unse-
cured object with a weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corre-
sponds to 20 times its own weight. This means that it results in a weight
of approx. 90 kg. You can imagine the injuries that can occur, if this “bullet”
is flying through the interior compartment and hits an occupant.
WARNING
•Store the objects in the luggage compartment and attach them
to the lashing eyes.
•Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown
forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and
can injure the occupants or other onc oming traffic. This risk is still
increased, if the objects which are flying around are hit by a
deployed airbag. In this case, the objects which are thrown back
can injure the occupants - hazard.
•Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle may be
affected when transporting heavy objects as a result of the
displacement of the centre of gravity. The speed and style of
driving must be ad justed accordingly.
•The items carried in the luggage compartment should be stored
in such a way that no objects are able to slip forward if there are any
sudden driving or braking manoeuvres undertaken - risk of injury!
•When transporting fastened objects which are sharp and
dangerous in the luggage compartment enlarged by folding the
rear seats forward or removing the rear seats, ensure the safety of
the passengers transported on the other rear seats ⇒page 145,
“Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats”.
•If the rear seats next to the folded forward seat are occupied,
ensure maximum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be trans-
ported in such a way that a folding back of the seat is prevented in
case of a rear collision.
•Never drive with the tailgate fully opened or slightly ajar other-
wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of
poisoning!
•On no account exceed the permissible axle loads and the
permissible gross weight of the vehicle - risk of accident!
•Never transport occupants in the luggage compartment.
WARNING (continued)
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Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects sliding in this area.
Note
•Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load ⇒page 226, fig. 163 .
•The air circulation in the interior of the car helps to prevent the
windows from misting up. Stale air is diverted via the outlet nozzles into
the luggage compartment below the bumper. Check for yourself that the
outlet nozzles are not covered.
Fastening elements
Eyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods to
be loaded ⇒fig. 60 . You can also attach securing nets* to these eyes for lashing small objects.
The fixing nets* and the installation instruction are located in the luggage
compartment.
WARNING
•The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way
that it cannot move during the journey and when braking.
•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. In order to
prevent the items of luggage being thrown forward, always use
suitable lashing straps which are firmly attached to the lashing
eyes. Never attach a child seat to the lashing eyes!
Folding hooks
Fig. 60 Luggage
compartment: Lashing
eyes and lashing hooks
Fig. 61 Luggage
compartment: folding
hooks
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Folding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are
provided on both sides of the luggage compartment
⇒page 78, fig. 61 .
An item of luggage weighing up to 10 kg can be attached to the hook.
Fixing nets - Net programme*
Fixing examples of the fixing nets as horizontal pocket, floor fixing net
⇒ fig. 62 and double vertical pockets ⇒fig. 63 .
The fixing nets* and the installation instruction are located in the luggage
compartment.
WARNING
•The whole strength of the net makes it possible to load the
pocket with objects of up to 1.5 kg in weight. Heavy objects are not
secured sufficiently - risk of injury and net damage!
•The load to be transported must be fixed in place in such a way
that it cannot move during the journey and when braking.
Caution
Do not place any objects with sharp edges in the nets - risk of net
damage.
Fig. 62 Fixing net:
double horizontal
pocket, floor fixing net
Fig. 63 Fixing net:
double vertical pockets
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WARNING
No objects should be placed on the luggage compartment cover,
the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden
braking or the vehicle co llides with something.
Caution
Please ensure that the heating elements of the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of objects placed in this area.
Note
When opening the tailgate, lift the luggage compartment cover - risk that
objects placed in this area can slip forward!
Bicycle carrier*
Install cross member
– Remove the rear seats or fold the seats fully forwards, in order
to make available the necessary space in the luggage
compartment ⇒page 74.
– Release the fixture at the ends of the cross member by slightly pulling up the securing screw .
– Position the cross member with the fixed part onto the right (in direction of travel) lashing eye and then the pull out part
onto the left lashing eye.
– Secure the fixture to both sides and lock the fixing screws in place.
– Tighten the fixing screws up to the stop.
Fig. 66 Install cross
member
AB
AC
AA
AB
AC
AC
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