Roof Rack - Skoda Fabia Operating Instructions Manual

Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
Fig. 105 Ensure the stability of the bicycles with a belt
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Read and observe and
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In order to loosen the rubber part of the clamp, push both parts against each
other and open the clamp.
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Position the clamp with the rubber part in the direction of travel as low down
on the saddle support as possible and close it.
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When transporting two bicycles, stretch the belt
saddles by moving the bicycles apart.
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Hook the carabiners on the ends of the belt into the lower lashing eyelets
behind the rear seats » Fig. 105
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Pull the belt through the tensioning clasps on both sides in turn.
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If necessary, you can correct the position of the bicycles in the vehicle after-
wards.

Roof rack

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
Roof load
on page 91 first.
» Fig. 105 -  between the
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WARNING
The items being transported on the roof rack must be reliably attached –
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risk 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 circumstances.
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
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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 – risk
of accident.
CAUTION
Only roof racks from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range should be used.
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The fitting instructions supplied with the roof luggage rack system must be
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observed when handling roof racks.
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
clearances, such as underpasses and garage doors.
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated
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car 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.
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Transporting and practical equipment
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