Skoda Fabia Owner's Manual page 71

WARNING
The items being transported on the roof rack must be reliably attached –
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there is the risk of an accident.
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or
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tensioning straps.
Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.
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The handling properties of your vehicle change when you transport heavy or
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bulky items on the roof rack system as a result of the centre of gravity being
shifted and the greater area exposed to the wind – there is the risk of an acci-
dent. The style of driving and speed must therefore be adapted to the current
circumstances.
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
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Adjust the speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic
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conditions.
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and gross permissible
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weight of the vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances – there
is the risk of an accident.
CAUTION
Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s.
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The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be ob-
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served when handling roof racks.
On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the opened slid-
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ing/tilting roof does not strike any items of luggage transported on the roof.
Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.
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The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system
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and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available clear-
ances, such as underpasses and garage doors.
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated car
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wash.
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.
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For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Note
If the vehicle is not factory-equipped with a roof rack, it can be purchased from
the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
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Using the system
Attachment points
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 67.
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.
Roof load
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 67.
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.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be loa-
ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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Fig. 60
Attachment points for roof bars
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