SKODA ROOMSTER 2009 1.G Manual PDF

Seats and Storage 70PedalsYou 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!
•
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 compartmentLoading the luggage compartmentPlease observe the following in the interest of having good handling char-
acteristics 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 fixing net*
⇒page 71.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 unsecured
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. 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 oncoming 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 adjusted accord-
ingly.
•
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 130, “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 transported in such a way
that a folding back of the seat is prevented in case of a rear collision.
•
Never drive with the boot lid fully opened or slightly ajar otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle - risk of poisoning!
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•
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.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 198, fig. 185.
•
The circulation of air in the vehicle helps to prevent the windows from misting
up. The used air streams out through the air venting slits which are located under
the bumper in the luggage compartment. Check for yourself that the air venting slits
are not covered.
Fastening elementsEyes are located on the sides of the loading area for lashing the goods to be loaded
⇒fig. 74.You can also attach fixing nets* to these eyes for lashing small objects.
The fixing nets* and the installation instruction are located in the luggage compart-
ment.
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 hooksFolding hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are provided
on both sides of the luggage compartment ⇒fig. 75.
An item of luggage weighing up to 10 kg can be attached to the hook.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 74 Luggage compart-
ment: Lashing eyes and
fastening elements
Fig. 75 Luggage compart-
ment: folding hooks
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Seats and Storage 72Fixing nets - Net programme*Fixing examples of the fixing net as double horizontal pocket, floor fixing net
⇒fig. 76 and double vertical pockets ⇒fig. 77.
The fixing nets* and the installation instruction are located in the luggage compart-
ment.
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.Fixing floor covering of the luggage compartmentYou can lean against the raised floor cover between the backrests of the rear seats
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.
Fig. 76 Fixing net: double
horizontal pocket, floor fixing
netFig. 77 Fixing net: double
vertical pockets
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 78 Removing the
luggage compartment cover
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The luggage compartment cover can be removed as required if one must
transport bulky goods.
– Unhook the support straps on the boot lid ⇒page 72, fig. 78.
– Slightly raise the luggage compartment cover.
– Remove the luggage compartment cover from the holder by
pulling to the rear or with adequate blows to the bottom side of the
cover.
– Install again by pushing the luggage compartment cover forwards into
the holder and hanging the support straps on the boot lid.The luggage compartment cover can also be put into the lower position on the
supporting elements ⇒fig. 79.
The procedure of installing or removing is identical.
The luggage compartment cover is foreseen for storage of small objects of up to 2.5
kg. in weight.
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
collides 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 boot lid, lift the luggage compartment cover - risk that objects
placed in this area can slip forward!Static separation net*
Fig. 79 Luggage compart-
ment cover in the lower posi-
tionA1
A2
A2
A1
Fig. 80 Use of the static
separation net behind the
rear seatsFig. 81 Use of the static
separation net behind the
front seats
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Install the static separation net behind the front seats or the rear seats.
Install the static separation net behind the rear seats
– Remove the luggage compartment cover.
– Take the separation net out of the bag.
– Unfold both parts of the cross rod until they are heard to engage.
– Insert the cross rod into the mount first on the one side and push
the cross rod forward. In the same way, fix the cross rod to the other
side of the vehicle, mount ⇒page 73, fig. 80.
– Hang the carabines at the ends of the strap into the lashing eyes
behind the rear seats.
– Pull the strap through the tensioning clasp, first of all on the one side
and then on the other side.
Remove the static separation net behind the rear seats
– Slacken the bands on both sides and take off the carabines
⇒page 73, fig. 80.
– Push the cross rod first of all on the one side and then on the other
side towards the rear.
– Take the cross rod out of the mounts .
Pack static separation net
– Press the red button of the joint - so that it releases.
– Put the separation net folded together in the bag and close it.
– Attach the bag with the aid of the plastic carabines to the eyes on the
left and right luggage compartment trim panel.Installing and removing the static separation net behind the front seats ⇒page 73,
fig. 81 is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats. Use the eyes behind the front seats to attach the carabines. Remove the rear seats to enlarge the luggage
compartment.
Installing and removing the static separation net behind the rear seats with variable
loading floor* ⇒page 74 is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats
without variable loading floor. Use the lower eyes at the fixing wedges on the front
part of the variable loading floor in order to attach the carabines.
Variable loading floor*Remove variable loading floor
AB
AB
AC
AC
AB
AA
Fig. 82 Luggage compart-
ment: Fold up variable
loading floorFig. 83 Luggage compart-
ment: remove variable
loading floor
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The variable loading floor makes it easier to handle bulky goods and
creates an even luggage compartment floor when the rear seats are
folded forward. The maximum permissable surface load of the variable
loading floor is 75 kg.
Remove variable loading floor
– Unhook the loops ⇒page 74, fig. 82 of the elastic partition out of
the fixing points.
– Unlock the loading floor by turning the locking bolts by approx.
180° to the left ⇒page 74, fig. 82.
– You can fold together the loading floor by moving in the direction of
arrow.
– Lift up the loading floor in direction of arrow ⇒page 74, fig. 83
and take out the loading floor by pulling in direction of arrow
⇒page 74, fig. 83.
Install variable loading floor
– Place the loading floor once folded together onto the carrier rails.
– Fold open the loading floor.
– Lock the loading floor by turning the locking bolts ⇒page 74,
fig. 82 by approx. 180° to the right.
– Attach the loops of the elastic partition to the fixing points.
WARNING
Pay attention when installing that the carrier rails and the variable loading
floor are correctly fixed, otherwise the occupants are at risk.
Note
If the variable loading floor* is installed, no flexible storage compartment or fixing
nets* can be installed.
Remove carrier railsInstall carrier rails
– Slacken the check point on the carrier rails using the vehicle key or
a flat screwdriver ⇒fig. 84.
– Grasp the carrier rail ⇒fig. 85 and take it out by pulling in direction
of arrow. The carrier rail on the other side of the luggage compartment
can be removed in the same way.
Install carrier rails
– Position the carrier rails on the sides of the luggage compartment.
AA
AB
A1
A2
AB
Fig. 84 Luggage compart-
ment: Slacken check pointsFig. 85 Luggage compart-
ment: Remove carrier rails
AB
AA
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– Press the check point on each carrier rail up to the stop.
– Check the attachment of the carrier rails by pulling it.
WARNING
Pay attention when installing that the carrier rails and the variable loading
floor are correctly fixed, otherwise the occupants are at risk.Take out lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
Remove lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
– Grasp the lateral carrier rail ⇒fig. 86 and take it out by pulling in the
direction of arrow.
– Grasp the fixing wedge ⇒fig. 87 and take it out by pulling in the direc-
tion of arrow. To remove the fixing wedge on the other side of the
luggage compartment, proceed in the same way.
Install lateral carrier rail and fixing wedges
– Position the fixing wedges at the attachment points and press these up
to stop in the direction of the luggage compartment sides.
– Insert the lateral carrier rail at an angle to the fixing wedges and press
it up to the stop.
– Check the attachment of the lateral carrier rail by pulling it.Divide the luggage compartment with variable loading floor*The luggage compartment can be divided with the variable loading floor.
– Lift up a part of the loading floor with the handle and secure it by
moving it into the grooves ⇒fig. 88.
Fig. 86 Luggage compart-
ment: Take out lateral carrier
railFig. 87 Luggage compart-
ment: Remove fixing wedges
Fig. 88 Divide the luggage
compartment
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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 68.
– Release the fixtures at the ends of the cross member by slightly
pulling up the securing screws .
– Position the cross member with the fixed (not pulled out) part onto
the (in direction of travel) right 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.
– Check the attachment of the cross member by pulling it.
WARNING
When transporting the bicycles in the luggage compartment, ensure the
safety of the passengers transported on the rear seats ⇒page 130, “Correct
seated position for the occupants on the rear seats”.Install bicycle carrier– Position the approved bicycle carrier on the cross member, after
pulling up the screw push the frame side rail (alu-part) towards the
cross member and screw the screw into the nut ⇒fig. 90.
– Slacken the screw on the moveable part of the bicycle carrier and
pull out, then position the moveable part of the carrier, depending on
bicycle size, into one of the three possible positions.
– Insert the screw into the desired position and tighten.
Fig. 89 Install cross member
AB
AC
AA
AB
AC
AC
Fig. 90 Install bicycle carrier
AA
AA
ABAB
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Seats and Storage 78Put bicycle into the bicycle carrier– Remove the front wheel before putting the bicycle into the vehicle.
– Slacken the quick tension jack on the fixing axle of the bicycle carrier
and adjust according to the width of the bicycle fork.
– Fit the bicycle fork onto the fixing axle and tighten with the quick
tension jack ⇒fig. 91.
– Fasten the removed front wheel with the fixing strap in the vehicle
interior so that it does not result in any damage to the luggage
compartment, bicycle or the stored items.Note
If the front wheel is equipped with disc brake, attach the wheel in such a way that
the brake disc is opposite the frame.Secure the stability of the bicycles with a strap– To slacken the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each
other and open the clamp.
Fig. 91 Put in the bicycleFig. 92 Fastening the front
wheel
Fig. 93 Securing the bicycles
with clampsFig. 94 Securing the bicycles
with a strap
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– Position the clamp with the rubber part to the front (in direction of
travel) as far as possible below the saddle rod and close the clamp
⇒page 78, fig. 93.
– When transporting two bicycles tension the strap ⇒page 78, fig. 93
between the saddle rods.
– Hang the carabines at the ends of the strap into the lashing eyes
behind the rear seats.
– Pull the strap through the tensioning clasp, first of all on the one side
and then on the other side.
– If it is necessary, the position of the bicycles in the vehicle can be addi-
tionally rectified.
WARNING
•
When transporting passengers and objects, which require the seats to be
folded forwards, ensure the safety of the passengers being transported on
the rear seats ⇒page 130, “Correct seated position for the occupants on the
rear seats”.
•
Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision
between the steering arm and the rear window can occur.
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.
•
The roof rail is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system. Separate addi-
tional holders are required for safety reasons for transporting luggage, bikes, surf-
boards, skis and boats.
•
The basic version of the roof luggage rack system and further components are
obtainable as accessories from the specialist garages.Caution
•
Ensure that the opened boot lid does not collide with the roof load.For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Fig. 95 Roof rail
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