Roof Rack System; Storage Compartments In The Boot; Double-Sided Floor Covering; Class N1 Vehicles - Skoda 2014 Rapid Owner's Manual

WARNING
The luggage compartment cover in the "parking position" restricts the driv-
er's view at the back.

Storage compartments in the boot

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Read and observe and
The side compartment covers can be removed to increase the size of the lug-
gage compartment.
Removing/Inserting
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Grasp the top part of the cover and remove it in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 78.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
CAUTION
The storage compartments are designed for storing small objects of up to
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1.5 kg. in weight in total.
When using the storage compartment, take care not to damage the storage
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compartment or the luggage compartment lining.

Double-sided floor covering

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Read and observe and
You can fit a double-sided floor covering in the luggage compartment.
One side of the double-sided floor covering is made of fabric, the other side is
washable (easy to maintain).
The washable side is used to transport wet or dirty items.
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Using the system
Fig. 78
Remove the tray cover
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on page 75 first.
Note
For easier turning of the covering, use the loop attached.

Class N1 vehicles

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Read and observe and
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op-
eration. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged
during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and
unloaded.

Roof rack system

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
Roof load
WARNING
The transported items on the roof rack must be securely attached – risk
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of accident!
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps
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or tensioning straps.
Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.
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When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
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the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. 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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The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
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hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstance – risk of acci-
dent!
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