The Roof Rack - Skoda FABIA - 03-2010 Owner's Manual

Secure the stability of the bicycles with a strap
Fig. 70 Securing the bicycles with clamps / securing the bicycles with a strap
– To slacken the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each other and
open the clamp.
– 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
– When transporting two bicycles tension the strap
rods, by pushing the bicycles apart.
– 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 additionally recti-
fied.
WARNING

When transporting passengers and objects, which require the seats to be
folded forwards, ensure the safety of the passengers being transported.

Place the bicycles in the bicycle carrier in such a position that no collision
between the steering arm and the rear window can occur.
Using the system Safety
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70.
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between the saddle
Driving Tips General Maintenance

The roof rack*

Description
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 base carrier is the basis for a complete roof luggage rack system. Separate
additional 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 can be
obtained from Škoda original accessories.
Caution

If you use other roof rack systems or if the roof bars are not properly fitted, then any
damage which may result to your car is not covered by the warranty agreements. It is
therefore essential to pay attention to the fitting instructions supplied with the roof
luggage rack system.

On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the opened
sliding/tilting roof does not strike any items of luggage transported on the roof.

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.
Note
If a roof rail is not fitted onto a vehicle at the works, it is obtainable from a specialist
garage which carries out the professional fitting.
Breakdown assistance
Seats and Storage 71
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