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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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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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Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartment
You can fix the raised floor cover between the backrests and the luggage
compartment cover, as if one needs to reach the spare wheel.
The luggage compartment cover
You can use the luggage compartment cover behind the
head restraints for storing light and soft items.
The luggage compartment cover can be removed as required if
one must transport bulky goods.
– Unhook the support straps on the tailgate ⇒fig. 64 .
– Place the cover on the side supports.
– Pull the cover out of the holder horizontally to the rear.
– Install again by pushing the luggage compartment cover forwards into the holder and hanging the support straps
on the tailgate.
The luggage compartment cover can also be put into the lower position on
the supporting elements ⇒fig. 65 .
The process of assembly or disassembly is identical.
The luggage compartment cover is foreseen for storage of small objects
of up to 2.5 kg. in weight.
Fig. 64 Removing the
luggage compartment
cover
Fig. 65 Luggage
compartment cover in
the lower position
A1
A2
A2A1
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The roof luggage rack system*
Roof rail*
Pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or
other items on the roof of your vehicle:
•A special roof luggage rack system was developed for the vehicle, that
is why you should only use a roof luggage rack which has been released
for use by Škoda Auto a.s.
•The roof rail is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system.
Separate additional holders are required for safety reasons for trans-
porting luggage, bikes, surfboards, skis and boats.
•The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further compo-
nents are obtainable as accessories from Škoda Service Partners.
Caution
•Ensure that the opened tailgate does not collide with the roof load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Note
A roof rail is obtainable from a Skoda Service Partner if hasn't been fitted
onto a vehicle at the works.
Roof load
Distribute weight evenly over the roof luggage rack system. The maximum
permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
You cannot make full use of the permissible roof load if you use a roof
luggage rack system with a lower load carrying capacity. The load trans-
ported on the roof luggage rack system must not exceed the weight limit
which is stated in the fitting instructions.
WARNING
•The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be
reliably attached - risk of accident!
•You must on no account exceed the permissible roof load, the
permissible axle loads and the permissible gross weight of your
vehicle - risk of accident!
•Please note that the handling properties of your vehicle change
when you transport heavy or bulky items on the roof bar system as
a result of the displacement of the centre of gravity and the
increased wind attack area - risk of accident! You must absolutely
adapt your style of driving and the speed of the vehicle to the
specific circumstances.
Fig. 72 Roof rail
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Storage compartment in the front seat*
The storage compartment is foreseen for storing small objects of
up to 1 kg in weight.
– Tilt the lock to open the flap and pull out the flap ⇒fig. 85 .
– Tilt the lock to close the flap and press flap close.
Front seat armrest with storage compartment*
Fig. 85 Front seat:
Storage compartmentFig. 86 Armrest:
Storage compartment
Fig. 87 Opening
stowage compartment
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Fold the armrest
– Press the lower button on the end face of the armrest ⇒page 93, fig. 86 in order to fold the armrest. Fold the
armrest forwards and release the button.
Opening stowage compartment
– The armrest includes a stowage compartment. The storage compartment is unlocked by pressing the upper button and
then can be opened to the top.
Note
The moving space of the arms can be restricted if the armrest is folded
down. In city traffic the armrest should not be folded down.
Storage compartment in the front doors
A bottle holder is located in the area of the storage compartment for
the front doors.
WARNING
Use the area ⇒fig. 88 of the storage compartment only for
storing objects which do not project so that the effectiveness of the
side airbag is not impaired.
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
A storage compartment ⇒fig. 89 is located on both sides in the side trim
panel of the luggage compartment.
The storage compartments are intended for storing small objects of up to
1.5 kg in weight.
Fig. 88 Stowage
compartment in door
panel
AB
AA
Fig. 89 Storage
compartments in the
side trim panel
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Flexible storage compartment
A flexible storage compartment is located on the right side of the
luggage compartment. The flexible storage compartment is fore-
seen for storing small objects of up to 8 kg. in weight.
Removing
– Grasp the flexible storage compartment with both hands,
unlock it by pushing upwards and pull it towards you, in order
to remove the storage compartment.
Installing
– Insert both ends of the flexible storage compartment into the openings of the right side trim panel of the luggage compart-
ment and push it downwards until it locks.
Clothes hooks*
A clothes hook is located above the rear doors ⇒fig. 91 .
WARNING
•Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair
your vision to the rear.
•Use the hooks for hanging only light items of clothing and
ensure that there are no heavy or sharp-edged objects in the
pockets.
Fig. 90 Flexible
storage compartmentFig. 91 Area above
rear doors: Clothes
hooks
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Cruise control system (CCS)*
Introduction
The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than
30 km/h, once it has been set, without you having to depress the acceler-
ator pedal. This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the
power output and braking power of the engine. The cruise control system
makes it possible - particularly on long journeys - for you to rest your
“accelerator foot”.
WARNING
•The cruise control system must not, for safety reasons, be used
in dense traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy
roads, slippery roads or loose chippings) - risk of accident!
•In order to prevent unintentional use of the cruise control
system, always switch off the system after use.
Note
•Models fitted with a manual gearbox: Always depress the clutch pedal
if you switch on the cruise control system when the gearbox is in Neutral.
Otherwise the engine can rev up unintentionally.
•The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed
when driving on steep downhill sections. The weight of the vehicle
increases the speed at which it travels. One should shift down in good time
to a lower gear or slow the vehicle down by applying the foot brake.
•It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch
on the cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or
R .
Storing a speed
The cruise control system is operated by means of the slide
switch and rocker button in the left lever of the multi-func-
tional switch.
– Press the switch ⇒fig. 104 into the position ON.
– After the desired speed has been reached, press the rocker button into the SET position - the current speed is stored.
After you have released the rocker button out of the position SET, the
speed you have just stored is maintained at a constant speed without
having to depress the accelerator.
Yo u c a n increase the speed by depressing the accelerator. Releasing the
accelerator will cause the speed to drop again to the set speed.
This does not apply, however, if you drive at a speed which is more than
10 km/h higher than the set speed for a period of longer than 5 minutes.
Fig. 104 Operating
lever: Rocker button
and slide switch on the
cruise control system
AAAB
AA
AB
AB
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The physical principle of a frontal
collision
The physical principle of a frontal accident can be explained quite simply: Motion energy, so-called kinetic energy, is produced as soon as the
vehicle is moving, both for the vehicle and its occupants. The magnitude
of this kinetic energy depends essentially on the speed at which the
vehicle is travelling and on the weight of the vehicle and the occupants.
The greater the speed and weight increase, the greater the amount of
energy which has to be absorbed in the event of an accident.
The speed of the vehicle is, nevertheless, the most important factor.
Doubling the speed of the vehicle from 25 km/h up to 50 km/hour
increases the kinetic energy four times.
The common opinion that it is possible to support your body in a minor
accident with your hands, is incorrect. Even in a collision at only a low
speed, the forces acting on the body are such that it is no longer possible
to support your body.
Even if you only drive at a speed within the range from 30 km/hour to 50
km/hour, the forces which are produced on your body in the event of an
accident can easily exceed 10.000 N (Newton). This equals a weight of
one tonne (1 000 kg).
In the event of a frontal collision, occupants of the car not wearing a seat
belt, are thrown forward and strike in an uncontrolled way parts of the inte-
rior of the car, such as steering wheel, dash panel, windscreen,
⇒fig. 119 .
The occupants of a vehicle who have not fastened their seat belts may
even be thrown out of the vehicle. This can result in fatal injuries.
It is also important that rear seat occupants fasten their seat belts as they
will otherwise be thrown through the vehicle in an uncontrolled manner in
the event of an accident A rear seat passenger who has not fastened the
seat belt is a danger not only to himself but also for those seated at the
front ⇒fig. 120 .
Fig. 119 The driver is
thrown forward if not
wearing a belt
Fig. 120 The rear seat
occupant is thrown
forward if not wearing a
belt
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Transporting children safely
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Transporting children safely
What you should know about
transporting children!
An introduction to the subject
Accident statistics have revealed that children are gener-
ally more safely transported on the rear seats than on the
front passenger seat.
Children younger than 12 years of age should normally travel on the rear
seat of the vehicle (take note of any national legal provisions which differ
from this). They should be secured there by means of a child restraint
system or by using the existing seat belts depending on their age, body
size and weight. The child seat should be mounted behind the front
passenger seat for safety reasons.
The physical principle of an accident does, of course, also apply to chil-
dren ⇒page 148, “The physical principle of a frontal collision”. They differ
from adults in that their muscles and bone structure of children are not yet
fully developed. Thus children are exposed to increased risk of injury.
Children should be transported by using special child safety seats in order
to reduce this risk of injury.
Only use child safety seats which are officially approved, suitable for chil-
dren and which comply with the ECE-R 44 standard, which classifies child
safety seats into 5 groups ⇒page 170, “Classification of child seats into
groups”. Child restraint systems which have been tested for conformity
with ECE-R 44 have a non-detachable test seal (a large E within a circle
and below this the test number) attached to the seat. We recommend that you use child safety seats from the Škoda genuine
accessories. These child seats were developed and also tested for use in
Škoda vehicles. They fulfil the standard ECE-R 44.
WARNING
Always comply with national le
gal provisions and instructions
from the relevant child safety seat manufacturer when installing
and using a child seat ⇒ in “Important safety information
regarding the use of child safety seats”.
Note
Any national legal provisions which vary from the information contained in
this Owner's Manual take precedence over the information contained
herein.
Important safety informatio n regarding the use of
child safety seats
Correct use of child safety seats considerably reduces the
risk of injury!
WARNING
•All the occupants of the car - in particular children - must wear
a seat belt when the car is moving!
•Children less than 1.50 m in height or younger than 12 years
must not use a normal seat belt without a child restraint system
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