Boot - Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual

WARNING
The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
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back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.
The seat backrests must be securely interlocked in position so that no ob-
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jects in the boot can slide into the passenger compartment if there is sudden
braking – risk of injury.
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. Only then can the
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seat belt for the middle seat reliably fulfil its function.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests.
Under no circumstances must the seat belts be jammed by the folded back seat
backrests.
Rear armrest
The armrest can be folded down to increase comfort using the loop

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Boot light
Class N1 vehicles
Fastening elements
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Using the system
Fig. 37
Rear seats: Armrest
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Hooks
Fixing nets
Boot cover
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle:
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Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
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Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
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Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or using the fixing
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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 is dependent on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling
and the weight of the object. The speed at which the vehicle is travelling is in this
case the more significant factor.
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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 "object" flies through the interior com-
partment and hits an occupant.
WARNING
Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing eyes.
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Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be thrown forward during
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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 fly-
ing 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 the vehicle may be affected
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when transporting heavy objects as the centre of gravity can be displaced –
risk of accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un-
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suitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking
manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from being thrown for-
ward, always use suitable lashing straps which must be firmly attached to the
lashing eyes.
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