Skoda Octavia Owner's Manual page 74

WARNING
The items which you transport on the roof bar system must be reliably at-
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tached - risk of 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 bar system as a result of the displacement of the cen-
tre of gravity and the increased wind attack area - risk of accident! 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 your vehicle must not be exceeded under any circumstances - risk
of accident!
CAUTION
Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA.
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If other roof rack systems are used or if the roof bars are not fitted correctly,
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any resulting damage to the vehicle is not covered by the warranty. It is therefore
essential that the supplied fitting instructions for the roof rack system are ob-
served.
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.
Attachment points
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.
Note
If anything is unclear or you encounter any problems visit a specialist garage.
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The figure only applies to Combi vehicles.
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Roof load
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 72.
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.
Fig. 62
Attachment points for roof bars
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