Skoda Octavia 2017 User Manual

OWNER´S MANUAL

Vehicle and Infotainment ŠKODA OCTAVIA

5E0012720AL

Preface

You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.

This Owner's Manual contains instructions about the vehicle operation, important information about safety, vehicle care, maintenance and self-help and technical vehicle data.

Read this Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.

When using the vehicle, the universally applicable country-specific legal requirements (e.g. for transporting children, deactivating the airbag, tyre use, road traffic etc.) must always be observed.

Always pay attention when driving! As the driver, you are fully responsible for road safety.

We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times.

Your ŠKODA AUTO

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Table of Contents

Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

Printed Owner's Manual

Online Owner's Manual

Notes

Structure of the Owner´s Manual and further information

Abbreviations

Safety

Passive Safety

General information

Correct and safe seated position emergency call

Seat belts

Using seat belts

Inertia reel and belt tensioners

Airbag system

Description of the airbag system

Airbag deactivation

Transporting children safely

Child seat

Fastening systems

Operation

Cockpit

Overview

Instruments and warning lights

Instrument cluster

Warning lights

	Information system
	Driver information system
5	Operation of the information system
	Driving data (Multifunction display)

7MAXI DOT display Service interval display

8Personalization

9Unlocking and opening

Unlocking and locking

10Anti-theft alarm system Manually operated tailgate Electric boot lid

Window operation Panoramic tilt / slide sunroof

12	Lights and visibility
12	Light
12
	Interior lighting
15
	Visibility
16
	Windscreen wipers and washers
16	Rear view mirror

18Seats and head restraints

19Front seats

19	Rear seats
22	Headrests
23	Seat heaters
	Heated steering wheel
23
26	Practical features
	Interior equipment
	Electrical sockets
31	Ashtray and cigarette lighter
30	Tablet holder
32
32
33

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42	Transport of cargo																														95
42		Luggage compartment																													95
44		Variable loading floor in the luggage
45		compartment (Estate)																													103
47		Net partition																													104
49		Transport on the roof rack																													106
50	Heating and ventilation																														107
51		Heating, manual air conditioning system,
51		Climatronic																													107
56		Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
57		ventilation)																													111
57	Online services ŠKODA Connect																														114
59		Introductory information																													114
61		Care Connect-Services																													115
64		infotainment online-Services																													116
64
		Infotainment
69
	Introductory information																														117
71
72		Important information																													117
74		Infotainment Overview																													118
76	Infotainment operation																														121
76		Infotainment operation																													121
79		Voice control																													125
80		Updating the Infotainment software																													128
81	Infotainment settings - Columbus, Amundsen,
82	Bolero																															128
83		Infotainment system settings																													128
83		Radio menu settings																													131
91		Media menu settings																													132
92		Image menu settings																													132
93		Video DVD menu settings																													132
		Settings																													132
		SmartLink menu settings																													134
		Navigation menu settings																													134

Infotainment settings - Swing

Infotainment system settings

Radio menu settings

Media menu settings

Import contactsTelephone menu settings SmartLink menu settings

Radio

service

Media service

Audio sources

Images

Image viewer

Video DVD

video player

Media Command

Operation

Telephone

Introductory information

Pairing and connecting

Use the SIM card in the external module rSAP

Telephone functions Text messages (SMS)

Hotspot (WLAN) and data connection

Hotspot (WLAN)

Data Connection

SmartLink

Introductory information Android Auto

Apple CarPlay MirrorLink®

application ŠKODA One App

136	Navigation																													173			Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)																											232
136	Introductory information																													173			Front Assist																											238
138	Online map Google Earth™ and Google Street																																Select the driving mode (Driving Mode
138	View™																														176		Selection)																											241
139	Search for destination and enter																													177			Proactive passenger protection (Crew Protect
139	Import your own goals																													182			Assist)																											243
139	Map																													184			Spurhalteassistent (Lane Assist)																											244
																																	Traffic sign recognition																												246
	Route guidance																													187
139
	Route																													190			Fatigue detection																												248
142
	Waypoint mode																													192			Tyre pressure monitoring																												248
142	Traffic reports																													194		Towing device and trailer																												250
144
	Vehicle systems																													196			Hitch																											250
149
	CAR - Vehicle settings																													196			Using hitch																											255
149
	Driving																																General Maintenance
151
	Starting-off and Driving																													197		Care and maintenance																													260
151
152	Starting and stopping the engine																													197			Service work, adjustments and technical
	START-STOPsystem																													199			alterations																											260
152
	Brakes and Parking																													201			Service intervals																												262
154	Manual gear changing and pedals																													202			Cleaning and care																												264
154	Automatic transmission																													203		Inspecting and replenishing																												268
157	Running in the engine and economical																																Fuel																											268
159	driving																													206			Engine compartment																												272
161	Avoiding damage to your vehicle																													207
																																	Engine oil																											274
161
	Assist systems																													208			Coolant																											276
164
																																	Brake fluid																											277
	General information																													208
166	Braking and stabilisation systems																													209			Vehicle battery																											278
166	OFF ROAD mode																													211		Wheels																															280
167	Parking aid (ParkPilot)																													213			Wheels and tyres																												280
	Rear traffic alert and wizard for “Blind
168																														216			Operating in winter conditions																											283
168	spot”Monitoring
	Rear View Camera																													219			Do-it-yourself
169
	Park Assist																													223
170																																Emergency equipment and self-help																														285
	Trailer manoeuvring assistant (Trailer Assist)																													227
171
	Cruise Control System																													229			Emergency equipment																												285
172																																	Changing a wheel																											286
	Speed limiter																													231
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Puncture repair kit									289
Jump-starting									292
Towing the vehicle									293
Remote control and removable light -
replacing the battery/batteries									295
Emergency unlocking / locking of doors									296
Replacing windscreen wiper blades									297
Fuses and light bulbs									299
Fuses									299
Bulbs									302

Technical data

Technical data				308
Basic vehicle data				308
Vehicle-specific details per engine type				316

Index

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Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

Materials defect liability

Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in accordance with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.

ŠKODA warranty for new cars

As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. grants you the ŠKODA warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),” according to the conditions described below.

As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO will ensure the following services.

Free repair of faulty components or vehicle defects that occur within two years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.

Free repair of paintwork defects on your vehicle that occur within three years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.

Free repair of rust perforation to the bodywork of your vehicle that occurs within twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only rust perforation of body panels from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of rust perforation on bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.

The start of warranty is the date on which the first buyer purchases the new cars from the ŠKODA Partner1). This date must be noted accordingly by the ŠKODA Partner in the Owner´s Manual for your vehicle » Documentation of vehicle handover.

Vehicle repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by repairing it. Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.

There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particular, there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a courtesy vehicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.

1)Due to the requirements of generally binding country-specific regulations, the date of first registration can be specified instead of the date of the vehicle handover.

If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner in a country in the European Economic Area (i.e. the countries of the European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) or in Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner in one of these countries.

If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland.

One of the conditions for service from the ŠKODA warranty is that all service work has been carried out in a timely and adequate manner and in accordance with ŠKODA AUTO provisions. It must be proven that service work has been carried out properly and in accordance with the ŠKODA AUTO provisions when raising a claim from the ŠKODA warranty. In the event of a missed service or failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA AUTO provisions, you may still be entitled to warranty claims as long as you can prove that the missed service or the failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA AUTO provisions was not the cause of the defect.

Natural wear and tear to your vehicle is not covered by the ŠKODA warranty. The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or conversions provided by third-parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The same applies to accessories that are not factory installed and/or delivered.

In addition, this warranty does not apply if the defect was caused by one of the following:

Unauthorized use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or overloading), improper care and maintenance or unapproved modification to your vehicle.

Non-compliance with provisions in the Owner's Manual or other factory-sup- plied instructions.

External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.).

Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

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Parts fitted on or in the vehicle whose use has not been approved by ŠKODA AUTO, or modification of the vehicle in a manner not approved by ŠKODA AUTO (e.g. tuning).

Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist garage or was not rectified properly.

It is the customer's responsibility to prove that it was not the cause.

This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from materials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims from product liability laws.

Mobility warranty

The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your vehicle.

If your vehicle breaks down on the road due to an unexpected failure, services to keep you moving are provided under the mobility guarantee, which include the following services for you: Breakdown assistance at the roadside and towing to ŠKODA Service partners, technical assistance on the phone or on-site commissioning.

If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner may provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation (bus, train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.

More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobility warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They will also provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility warranty with respect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility warranty coverage available for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA Service Partner about the possibility of a subsequent agreement.

Optional ŠKODA extended warranty

If you opted for a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car, the two-year ŠKODA warranty with regards to all free warranty repairs is extended by the period you chose or until the chosen mileage limit has been reached, whichever occurs first.

The previously mentioned paint warranty and the warranty against rust perforation are unaffected by the ŠKODA extended warranty.

The ŠKODA extended warranty does not apply to external and internal foils.

The information on the detailed conditions of the ŠKODA extended warranty is provided by your ŠKODA partner.

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Note

The ŠKODA extended warranty is only available in some countries.

Printed Owner's Manual

In the printed Owner's Manual, the most important information relating to vehicle operation is included. The Owner's Manual with further detailed information is available in the Online Version on ŠKODAweb pages » Fig. 1 on

page 8.

These Owner´s Manual apply to all body variants of the vehicle and all related model versions as well as all equipment levels.

This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment. Consequently, this vehicle does not contain all of the equipment components described in this Owner's Manual.

The scope of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the vehicle. For any questions regarding the scope of equipment, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.

The Pictures in this Owner's Manual are for illustrative purposes only. The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended to provide general information.

ŠKODA AUTO pursues a policy of ongoing product and model development with all vehicles. Changes in terms of supply scope are possible at any time with regard to design, equipment and technology. The information listed in this Owner's Manual corresponds to the information available at the time of going to press.

Therefore legal claims cannot be made based on the technical data, illustrations and information contained in this Owner's Manual.

We recommend that the web pages that are referred to in this Owner's Manual are displayed using the classic view. If the web pages are displayed using the mobile view, they may not contain all necessary information.

Printed Owner's Manual

7

Online Owner's Manual

Fig. 1

Online manual on the ŠKODA websites

The online Owner's Manual contains some detailed information, which is not listed in the printed version of the manual.

To display the online Owner's Manual, proceed as follows.

1.Read the QR-Code » Fig. 1 or Enter the following address in your web browser.

http://go.skoda.eu/owners-manuals

The web page with a model overview of the ŠKODA brand is opened.

2.Select the desired model - a menu with the manuals is displayed.

3.Select the construction period as well as the language.

4.Select one of the following manual types.

File in PDFformat

Onlineversion of the manual

Variant for the mobile device - My ŠKODA App application

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Notes

Terms used

“Specialist” - Workshop - a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks for ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Service Partner, or an independent workshop.

“ŠKODA Service Partner” - A workshop that has been contractually authorised by ŠKODA AUTO or its distribution partner to perform service work on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.

“ŠKODA Partner” - A company that has been authorised by ŠKODA AUTO or its distribution partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.

Text notes

“Press” - Short press (e.g. a button) within 1 s “Hold” - Long press (e.g. a button) for more than 1 s

Explanation of symbols

Reference to the introductory module of a chapter with important infor-

mation and safety warnings

Situations in which the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possible

®Registered trademark

Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT displayText display in the segment display

→Marker to the next operation step

WARNING

Texts with this symbol draw attention to threats of a serious accident, injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible inoperability of some systems.

Note

Texts with this symbol contain additional information.

Notes 9

Structure of the Owner´s Manual and further information

Structure of the manual

The Owner's Manual is hierarchically divided into the following areas.

■Paragraph (e.g. Operating instructions) - the title of the paragraph is always indicated on the lower left-hand side

■Main chapter (e.g. Checking and refilling) - the title of the main chapter is always indicated on the lower right-hand side

■Chapter (e.g. Engine oil)

■Introductory information - Module overview within the chapter, introductory information about the chapter content and, where appropriate, information relevant to the whole chapter

■Module (e.g. Checking and refilling)

Information search

When searching for information in the Owner´s Manual, we recommend using the Index at the end of the Owner's Manual.

Direction indications

All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the forward direction of travel of the vehicle.

Units

The volume, weight, speed and length data are given in metric units, unless otherwise indicated.

Display

In this Owner's Manual, the MAXI DOT display is used as the display in the instrument cluster unless otherwise stated.

Emergency assistance

In the case of a breakdown, the required breakdown service contact information can be found in the following locations.

Contact information from ŠKODA Partner (e.g. window sticker)

Infotainment (Phone - breakdown service / information service menu)

Mobile application ŠKODA

ŠKODA websites

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Abbreviations

	Abbreviation	Definition
	rpm	Engine revolutions per minute
	ABS	Anti-lock brake system
	ACC	Adaptive cruise control
	AG	Automatic gearbox
	AGM	Vehicle battery type
	TCS	Traction control
	CNG	compressed natural gas
	CO2	Carbon dioxide
	COC	Declaration of conformity
	DPF	Diesel particle filter
	DSG	Automatic double clutch gearbox
	DSR	Active driver-steering recommendation
	EDL	Electronic differential lock
	ECE	Economic Commission for Europe
	EPC	EPC fault light
	ESC	Electronic Stability Control
	ET	Rim depth
	EU	European Union
	G-TEC	Labelling for natural gas vehicles
	HBA	Hydraulic brake assist
	HHC	Uphill start assist
	KESSY	Keyless unlocking, starting and locking
	kW	Kilowatt, measuring unit for output
	LED	Lighting element type
	M1	A passenger car constructed primarily for the transport of
		people
	MCB	Multi-collision brake
	MG	Manual gearbox
	MPI	Gasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injection

	Abbreviation	Definition
	MSR	Engine drag torque control
	N1	Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
		tion of goods
	Nm	Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque
	PIN	personal identification number
	Qi	Standard for wireless charging by electrical induction
	TDI CR	Diesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
		system
	TSA	Trailer stabilisation
	TSI	Petrol engine with turbo charging and direct injection
	VIN	Vehicle identification number
	W	Watt, unit of power
	Wi-Fi	Wireless data network
	XDS	Functional extension of the electronic differential lock

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Safety

Passive Safety

General information

Introduction

This section of the manual includes important information on the subject of passive safety. We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and anything similar.

Other important safety information can also be found in the following chapters of this Owner´s Manual. The Owner´s Manual should therefore always be in the vehicle.

Before setting off

For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay attention to the following points before setting off.

Check the function of the lighting and turn signal systems.

Check the function of the wipers and check the wiper blades for wear. Check the windscreen washer fluid level.

Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.

Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.

Check the tyre inflation pressure.

Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.

Secure all items of luggage.

Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the vehicle.

Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.

Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.

Protect children by using a suitable child seat» page 23, Transporting children safely.

Adopt the correct seated position. Instruct your passengers to assume the correct seated position» page 12, Correct and safe seated position.

Driving safety

In the interests of traffic safety, the following information must be observed.

Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by your passengers or mobile phone calls).

Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, alcohol or drugs).

Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.

Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.

Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).

Correct and safe seated position

Introduction

Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.

The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death.

Do not lean against the dash panel.

Do not put your feet on the dash panel.

The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not observed, may cause serious injuries or death.

Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.

Do not sit facing to the side.

Do not lean out of the window.

Do not put your limbs out of the window.

Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.

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WARNING

■The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.

■Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat. Children must be fastened » page 23, Transporting children safely with a suitable restraint system.

■The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of injury!

WARNING

By sitting incorrectly, the occupant is risking life-threatening injuries.

Driver’s correct seated position

Fig. 2 Correct seated position for the driver/correct steering wheel position

Read and observe on page 13 first.

For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, the following instructions must be observed.

Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs.

For vehicles equipped with driver knee airbags, adjust the driver's seat in a forward/back direction so that there is a gap of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dashboard in the vicinity of the knee airbag » Fig. 2 - B .

Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel can be reached with your arms at a slight angle.

Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 2 - A .

Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same level as the upper part of your head (not for seats with integrated headrests) » Fig. 2 - C .

Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 16, Using seat belts.

WARNING

■Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a distance of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height of the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!

■When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer edge in the “9 o'clock” and “3 o'clock” position » Fig. 2. Never hold the steering wheel in the “12 o'clock” position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle, inner edge of the steering wheel or similar). Otherwise, in the event of airbag deployment, you could suffer serious injury to the arms, hands and head.

■Ensure that no objects are located in the driver's footwell, as they could lodge in the pedal system whilst driving. You would then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.

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Adjusting the steering wheel position

Fig. 3 Adjusting the steering wheel position

Read and observe on page 13 first.

The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.

›Swing the safety lever under the steering wheel in the direction of arrow 1 » Fig. 3.

›Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. The steering wheel can be adjusted in direction of arrow 2 .

›Pull the holder in arrow direction 3 until the stop.

WARNING

■Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the vehicle is stationary!

■The safety lever must always be locked after adjusting so that the steering wheel cannot accidentally change position – risk of accident!

Passenger’s correct seating position

Read and observe on page 13 first.

For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the following instructions must be observed.

Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.

Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same level as the upper part of your head » Fig. 2 on page 13 - C (not for seats with integrated headrests).

Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 16, Using seat belts.

WARNING

■Ensure a distance of at least 25 cm to the dashboard, otherwise the airbag system will not be able to protect you properly - risk of death!

■Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – never place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the surface of the seats! You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is deployed, you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect seated position!

Passengers’ correct seating position on the rear seats

Read and observe on page 13 first.

For passenger safety on the rear seats and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, the following information must be observed.

Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same level as the upper part of the head » Fig. 2 on page 13 - C .

Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 16, Using seat belts.

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emergency call

Only valid for some countries.

Fig. 4

Warning light and emergency button

The emergency call system (hereinafter only system) is used for automatic or manual connection to an emergency number.

Vehicles with the Care Connect » page 114 service are equipped with the system.

After connection, communication is made with the associated control centre via the loudspeaker and microphone built into the vehicle.

Warning light and emergency button » Fig. 4

AWarning light

BD - establishment of connection to emergency number

Automatic establishment of connection

In the case of an accident with airbag deployment, the system automatically establishes a connection to an emergency call number.

In the case of a less serious accident, the system offers automatically connects to an emergency call or breakdown call number via the Infotainment screen.

Manual establishment of connection

›Press the button B » Fig. 4 for longer than 3 s (the established connection can be terminated by pressing the button again).

›To confirm the connection setup displayed in the Infotainment screen / on the display of the instrument cluster or wait a few seconds, the connection is set up automatically. The warning light A flashes green.

The Function of the system after switching on the ignition by the warning light A appropriate » Fig. 4,

In functional system, the indicator will light green.

If a fault, the warning light illuminates red.

WARNING

■The availability of a mobile network is indispensable for the system function - no emergency call is possible if a mobile network is not available.

■In the case of a system fault there is a risk that the system will not activate in the event of an accident. This must be checked immediately by a specialized garage.

Note

■Along with the connection to the emergency call number, the system sends the predefined vehicle and occupant data time at the time of the accident (e.g. the vehicle identification number, the vehicle location, the number of unbelted occupants, the number of deployed airbags and other similar information) to the emergency call centre.

■If the vehicle is located in an area without an operational emergency call system infrastructure, then the vehicle data is not transmitted to the emergency call centre.

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Seat belts

Using seat belts

Introduction

Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an accident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival in the event of a major accident.

The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy considerably. They also prevent uncontrolled movements which, in turn, may well result in severe injuries.

When transporting children, observe the following information» page 23,

Transporting children safely.

WARNING

■Put the seat belt on before starting any journey! This also applies to other passengers - there is a danger of injury!

■Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seated » page 12, Correct and safe seated position.

■The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.

WARNING

Information on dealing with the safety belts

■The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twisted, or chafe against any sharp edges.

■Make sure you do not catch the seat belt in the door when closing it.

WARNING

Information on the proper use of safety belts

■Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the belt is roughly positioned across the middle of your shoulder - on no account across your neck.

■No two persons (also not children) should ever use a single seat belt together.

WARNING (Continued)

■The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to protect and the risk of injury increases.

■Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jacket) do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of the seat belts.

■Do not use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e.g. for shortening the belts for smaller persons).

■The seat belts for the rear seats can only fulfil their function reliably when the seat backrests are correctly locked into position » page 79.

WARNING

Information on the care and maintenance of safety belts

■The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may impair the proper operation of the inertia reel » page 267.

■The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not attempt to repair the seat belts yourself.

■Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If parts of the belt system become damaged (e.g. the belt webbing, the belt connections, the inertia reel, the locking part etc.), the respective seat belt must be replaced by a specialist garage immediately.

■Seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced by a specialist garage. The anchorage points for the belts should also be checked.

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Correct routing of seat belt

Fig. 5 Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap belt/Routing of belt webbing for an expectant mother

Fig. 6 Seat belt height adjusters for front seats

Read and observe on page 16 first.

It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the maximum protection.

The shoulder part of the belt must run approximately over the middle of your shoulder (never across your neck) and fit well against your upper body » Fig. 5 - .

The lap part of the belt must run lap part of the belt must run in front of the pelvis (must never run across your stomach) and must always fit snugly » Fig. 5 - .

In the case of pregnant women, the lap part of the belt must be positioned as low as possible on the pelvis to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower abdomen » Fig. 5 - .

Seat belt height adjusters for front seats

›Push the seat belt guide loop upwards in the direction of arrow» Fig. 6 - .

›Or: push together the mechanism in the direction of arrows 1 and push the

return pulley downwards in the direction of arrow 2 » Fig. 6 - .

›Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has correctly locked in place.

WARNING

■Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed. Seat belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in minor accidents.

■A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then suddenly held firm by the belt.

■The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. spectacles, ball-point pens, keys, etc.). Such objects can cause injury.

Fastening and unfastening seat belts

Fig. 7 Fastening/unfastening the seat belt

Read and observe on page 16 first.

Before fastening

› Adjust the headrest properly (does not apply to seats with integrated headr-

ests).
› Adjust the seat (applies to the front seats).

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› Adjust the belt height (applies to the front seats).

Fasten

›Use the lock tongue to slowly pull the webbing over your chest and pelvis.

›Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle for the seat » Fig. 7 - until it audibly clicks into place.

›Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.

Release

›Hold the lock tongue and press the red button in the belt buckle » Fig. 7 - . The lock tongue pops out.

›Guide the belt back by hand so that the seat belt does not twist and the seat belt strap rolls up fully.

WARNING

The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt tongue will not lock in place properly.

Inertia reel and belt tensioners

Introduction

Inertia reels

Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel.

When pulling slowly on the seat belt, the belt can move freely. When pulling sharply on the seat belt, the movement is locked by the inertia reel. The belts also lock when full braking, when the car accelerates, when driving downhill and when cornering.

WARNING

If the seat belt does not lock when pulling sharply on it, have the inertia reel inspected immediately by a specialist garage.

Belt tensioners

Safety for the driver and front passenger wearing their seat belts is enhanced by the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front three-point seat belts.

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If there is a collision with a certain severity the seat belts are tightened by the belt tensioner so that unwanted body motion is prevented.

Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor collisions, in the case of a roll-over and also not in accidents in which no major forces are produced.

WARNING

■Any work on the belt tensioner system, including the removal and installation of system components because of other repair work, must only be carried out by a specialist garage.

■If the belt tensioners have been deployed, it is then necessary to replace the entire system.

Note

■The belt tensioners can also be deployed if the seat belts are not fastened.

■Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed. This is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle.

Airbag system

Description of the airbag system

Introduction

As a supplement to the seat belts, the airbag system provides additional passenger protection in the event of severe frontal and side collisions.

The best possible protective effect of the airbag can only be achieved if the seat belts are applied properly. The airbag is not a substitute for the seat belts.

The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the warning light in the instrument cluster » page 36.

System description

Fig. 8 Airbag installation points

Airbag installation points » Fig. 8

AFront airbags

BDriver’s knee airbag

CFront side airbags

DRear side airbags

EHead airbags

Front airbags - The forward movement of the driver and of the front passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag, and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.

The front airbags are provided with the lettering on the steering wheel and on the dashboard on the front passenger side.

Driver´s knee airbag - The forward movement of the body is cushioned when it makes contact with the fully inflated airbag, and the risk of injury to the legs of the driver is thus reduced.

The knee airbag is provided with the lettering on the dashboard on the driver's side.

Side airbags - The load of the occupants is cushioned when plunged into the fully inflated airbag. The risk of injury to the entire upper body (chest, stomach and pelvis) is reduced on the side facing the door.

The side air bags are marked by a label with the lettering on the front seat backrests. The rear side airbags are provided with the lettering in between the entrance area and the rear seat backrest.

Head airbags - The forward movement of the body is cushioned when it makes contact with the fully inflated airbag, and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.

The head airbags are provided with the lettering marked on the B-pillar cladding.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the airbag system consists of the following parts.

Individual airbags.

Warning light in the instrument cluster » page 36.

Key switch for the front passenger airbag » page 22.

Warning light for the front passenger airbag in the middle of the dash panel » page 22.

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Airbag deployment

Fig. 9 Inflated airbags

The airbag system is only functional when the ignition is switched on.

When triggered, the airbag is filled with gas and unfolds. The inflation of the airbag is carried out in a fraction of a second.

Upon inflation of the airbag, smoke is released. This is not an indication of a fire in the vehicle.

Triggering conditions

It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to the airbag system in every situation. Important here is the hardness of the object on which the vehicle impacts, the impact angle, the vehicle speed, etc.

The deceleration plays an important role in the deployment of the airbags. If the vehicle deceleration which occurs and is measured during the collision remains below the prescribed reference values specified in the control unit, the airbags are not deployed although the vehicle may well suffer severe damage to the bodywork as a consequence of the accident.

The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe frontal collision.

Driver’s front airbag.

Front passenger airbag.

Driver’s knee airbag.

The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.

Front side airbag.

Rear side airbag.

Head airbag.

When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur.

The hazard warning lights are switched on.

All doors are unlocked.

The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.

The interior light comes on (if the automatic operation of the interior light is switched on - switch ).

When there is no air bag deployment?

With minor frontal and side collisions, rear collision, overturning of the vehicle or vehicle roll-over there is no airbag deployment.

Safety instructions

Fig. 10

Safe distance from the steering wheel and the dashboard

WARNING

General information

■The best possible protective effect of the seat belts and the airbag system can only be achieved in the correct seated position » page 12.

■The airbag develops considerable forces when triggered, which can lead to serious injuries or even death if the correct seating position or seated position is not observed. This applies in particular to children who are transported without using a suitable child safety seat » page 25.

■If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in

the event of an accident.

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WARNING (Continued)

■The airbag system must be replaced if it has been deployed.

■In the area of the front airbag and the knee airbag, the surface of the steering wheel and the dashboard should be cleaned using only a dry cloth or one that has been dampened with water.

WARNING

Information about front airbags

■For the driver and front passenger, it is important to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or the dashboard » Fig. 10 - A . If you do not keep this distance, it means that the airbag system cannot protect you - There is a risk to life! The front seats and the head restraints must always also be correctly adjusted to match the body size of the occupant.

■The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat » page 22, Airbag deactivation. If this is not done, there is a risk of the child suffering severe or even fatal injuries if the front passenger airbag is deployed.

■No other persons, animals or objects may be positioned in front of the occupants on the front seats in the deployment area of the front air bags.

■The steering wheel and the surface of the dashboard on the front passenger side must not have stickers attached, covered or modified in any other way. No parts (e.g. cup holders, mobile phone mounts etc.( should be mounted in the vicinity of the airbag installation locations and in the airbag deployment area.

■Never place objects on the surface of the dashboard on the front passenger side.

WARNING

Information about knee airbags

■ Adjust the driver's seat in a forward/back direction so that there is a gap of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dashboard in the vicinity of the knee airbag » Fig. 10 - B . If it is not possible to meet this requirement due to your body size, visit a specialist garage.

WARNING (Continued)

■The surface of the airbag module in the lower part of the dash panel below the steering column not have stickers attached, be covered or modified in any other way. Nothing may be attached to the cover of the airbag module or located within the immediate vicinity.

■Do not attach any bulky and heavy objects (bunch of keys etc.) to the ignition key. These can be ejected by the knee airbag when it is deployed and can cause injuries.

WARNING

Information about for side and head airbags

■No objects (e.g. sun visors turned towards the windows) should be located in the deployment area of the side and head airbags. No accessories (e.g. cup holders etc.) should be fitted to the doors - risk of injury!

■Hang only light clothing on clothes hooks in the vehicle. Do not leave any heavy or sharp objects in the pockets of the clothing. Do not use clothes hangers to hang the clothing.

■The airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Further information » page 261.

■No excessive forces, such as knocks, kicks etc., should be exerted on the seat backrests - there is a risk of damage to the side air bags. The side airbags would not be deployed in such a case!

■Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passenger seats must only be of the type expressly authorized by ŠKODA. In view of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use of non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the protective function of the side airbag.

■Have any damage to the original seat covers or stitching at the installation point of the side airbags repaired immediately by a specialist garage.

WARNING
Information on the use of the airbag system
■ Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the seat)
must only be carried out by a specialist garage. Further information
» page 261.

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WARNING (Continued)

■No modifications should be made to parts of the airbag system, to the front bumper or to the body.

■Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might result in the airbag being deployed.

Airbag deactivation

Introduction

Deactivating airbags

The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated switch » Fig. 11 on page 22 - .

We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA service partner to deactivate any other airbags.

The airbag deactivation is indicated by the warning light » page 36.

Deactivating an airbag should be considered in cases such as the ones below.

If a child seat must be used on the front passenger seat, where the child is transported facing rearward » page 23.

If it is not possible to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the middle 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 different seats have been fitted (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side airbags).

WARNING

If an airbag is deactivated upon the sale of the vehicle, the buyer must be informed of this!

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Deactivating the front passenger airbag

Fig. 11 Key-operated switch for the front passenger airbag / warning light for front passenger airbag

Key switch positions » Fig. 11 -

The front passenger airbag is deactivated - after the ignition is switched on, the indicator light illuminates » Fig. 11 -

The front passenger airbag is switched on - after switching on the ignition, the warning light illuminates for 65 seconds

Switch off

›Switch off the ignition.

›Open the storage compartment on the front passenger side.

›Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .

›Carefully insert the key into the slot in the key switch as far as the stop.

›Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch carefully into the position .

›Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .

›Close the storage compartment on the front passenger side.

›Check that the warning light illuminates after the ignition is switched on.

Switching on
› Switch off the ignition.
› Open the storage compartment on the front passenger side.
› Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
› Carefully insert the key into the slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
› Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch carefully into the position .
› Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
› Close the storage compartment on the front passenger side.

›Check that the warning light illuminates after the ignition is switched on.

WARNING

■The key cannot be inserted into the key switch while driving. Shocks can cause the key to turn in the slot and trigger the airbag! The airbag could be triggered unexpectedly in an accident - it may result in injury or death!

■The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switched 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 lights flash, the front passenger airbag will not be deployed in the event of an accident. Have the airbag system checked by a specialist garage immediately.

CAUTION

An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!

Transporting children safely

Child seat

Introduction

To reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, children must be transported in child seats!

The information in this Owner´s Manual as well as the instructions of the child seat manufacturer must be observed when installing and using the child seat.

For safety reasons, we recommend that you always transport child seats on the rear seats. Children should be transported on the front passenger seat only in exceptional circumstances.

Child seats complying with the ECE-R 44 Economic Commission for Europe standard must be used.

Child seats that comply with the ECE-R 44 standard have a test seal that cannot be removed: A large letter E in a circle, with the test number underneath.

WARNING

■One should never carry children - or indeed babies - on one's lap.

■When leaving the vehicle, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle. They might not be capable of leaving the vehicle or helping themselves independently in the event of an emergency. Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!

■The child must be secured in the vehicle during the entire journey! Otherwise, the child would be thrown through the vehicle in the event of an accident, causing fatal injuries to both the child and other occupants.

■Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident 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!

■Pay particular attention to the information provided by the manufacturer of the child safety seat regarding the correct routing of the belt. Seat belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in mi-

nor accidents.

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WARNING (Continued)

■Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running properly. One should also ensure that the belt is not damaged by sharp-edged fittings.

■When installing the child seat on the back seat, the corresponding front seat must be adjusted so that there is no contact between the front seat and the child seat or the child being transported in a child seat.

■When installing a child seat in which the child faces forward, adjust the head restraints so that they are as high as possible.

■If the head restraints still prevent the child seat from being installed, even in the highest position, you will need to remove them » page 80. After removing the child seat, refit the head restraints.

Note

We recommend that you use child seats from ŠKODA Original Accessories. These child seats were developed and also tested for use in ŠKODA vehicles. They meet the ECE-R 44 standard.

Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat (variant 1)

Does not apply to Taiwan

Fig. 12 Warning labels

Read and observe on page 23 first.

Never use a rearward-facing child restraint system on a seat which is protected by an active airbag. This could cause serious injury to the child, or even death.

This is indicated also on stickers that are located at the following positions.

On the passenger sun visor» Fig. 12 - .

On the B-pillar on the front passenger side » Fig. 12 – .

The following instructions must be followed when using a child seat on the front passenger seat.

The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing child seat » .

If possible, adjust the front passenger seat backrest so that it is as vertical, so as to ensure secure contact between the passenger seat backrest and the back of the child seat.

If possible, move the front passenger seat backwards so that there is no contact between the front passenger seat and the child seat behind it.

Set the height-adjustable front passenger seat as high up as possible.

Set the front passenger seat belt as high up as possible.

With child safety seats in groups 2 and 3, make sure that the loop-around fittings attached to the child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at the same height as the loop-around fittings on the B pillar on the passenger side. Adjust the height of the front passenger seat belt so that the belt does not “jam” in the return pulley. In the event of an accident, there is the risk of injury to the neck of the child carried due to the seat belt!

WARNING

■Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.

■As soon as the child seat, in which the child is transported with their back in the direction of travel, is no longer used in the front passenger seat, the front passenger airbag should be switched on again.

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Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat (variant 2)

Applies to Taiwan

Fig. 13

Warning labels

Read and observe on page 23 first.

No babies, infants or children are to be carried on the front passenger seat.

A label to this effect can also be found on the front passenger's sun visor » Fig. 13.

Child safety and the side airbag

Fig. 14

Incorrect seated position of a child who is not properly secured – risk from the side airbag/Child properly protected by safety seat

Read and observe on page 23 first.

The child must not be positioned in the deployment area of the side airbag

» Fig. 14 - .

There must be sufficient room between the child and the area into which the side airbag will deploy to allow the airbag to provide as much protection as possible » Fig. 14 - .

Classification of child seats

Read and observe on page 23 first.

Classification of child seats according to the ECE-R 44 standard.

Group	Weight of the child
0	up to 10 kg
0+	up to 13 kg
1	9-18 kg
2	15-25 kg
3	22-36 kg

Use of child safety seats which are secured using a seat belt

Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.

Read and observe on page 23 first.

Overview of the usability of child seats secured with a seat belt on seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.

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	Group	Front passenger	Rear seats	Rear seat
		seat	External	centre
	0
	up to 10	U	U	U
	kg
	0+
	up to 13	U	U	U
	kg
	1	U	U	U
	9-18 kg
	2
	15-25	U	U	U
	kg
	3
	22-36	U	U	U
	kg

UChild seat category “Universal” - a child seat designed for fastening on the seat with the seat belt.

Fastening systems

Introduction

attachment points of the system

Fig. 15

Labels of the system

is a system for securing child seats quickly and safely.

Two locking eyes are located between the seat backrest and the seat cushion of the outer rear seats and front passenger seat for fixing the system child seat in place.

First, remove the caps A in order to access the locking eyes» Fig. 15. After removing the child seat, replace he caps.

WARNING

■Always refer to the instructions of the manufacturer of the child seat when installing and removing a child seat with the system.

■Never attach other child seats, belts or objects to the attachment points intended for the installation of a child seat with the system – risk of death!

Note

■A child seat fitted with the system can only be mounted in a vehicle fitted with a system if the child seat has been approved for this type of vehicle. Further information is available from a ŠKODA Partner.

■Child seats with the system can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.

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Use of child safety seats with the system

Never use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is activated. This child safety seat is positioned in the deployment area of the front passenger airbag. The airbag may cause the child severe, or even fatal injuries, in the event of it being deployed.

Overview of the usability of child seats fastened with the system on each of the seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.

	Group	Size class of	Front passenger seatb)	Rear seats outside	Rear seat middle
		the child seata)
	0	E	X	IL-SU	X
	up to 10 kg
	0+	E
		D	X	IL-SU	X
	up to 13 kg
		C
		D
	1	C		IL-SU
		B	X		X
	9-18 kg			IUF
		B1
		A
	2	-	X	IL-SU	X
	15-25 kg
	3	-	X	IL-SU	X
	22-36 kg

a)The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat.

b)If the front passenger seat is fitted with system attachment points, it is suitable for the installation of an child seat with “Semi-Universal” approval.

IL-SU	The seat is suitable for installation of a child seat with the “Semi-Universal” approval. The “Semi-Universal” category means that the child seat with
	the system is approved for your vehicle. Observe the list of vehicles that comes with the child seat.
IUF	The seat is suitable for the installation of a child seat with “Universal” approval and attachment with the system attachment belt.
X	The seat is not fitted with system attachment points.

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Attachment points of the system

Fig. 16

Attachment points of the-system

is an attachment system that restricts the movement of the upper part of the child seat.

The locking eyes A for attaching the belt of a child seat with the system are located on the rear side of the outer rear seat backrests » Fig. 16.

Some country-specific models can also be equipped with a locking eye B on the back of the middle rear seat backrest » Fig. 16.

WARNING

■Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat when installing and removing a child seat with the system.

■Only use child seats with the system on the seats with the attachment points.

■Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye.

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