Skoda Kodiaq 2016-2024 Front armrest
Front armrest
Settings
Adjusting the height
- Raise the backrest to one of the locked positions.
Folding down
- Raise the backrest beyond the highest locked position and fold it down again.
Adjust in a longitudinal direction
- Move the backrest to the desired position.
Rear armrest
Settings
The folded-down armrest can also be used as a storage table.
Seat heating and ventilation
What you should be mindful of
WARNING
Risk of burns! Do not switch on the seat heater for persons with limited perception of pain or temperature.
NOTICE
- Do not kneel on the seats or puncture them.
- Do not turn on the heater if the seat is not occupied.
- Do not turn on the heater if objects such as a child seat are on the seat.
- Do not use seat heating with additional seat covers or protective covers.
Conditions
- The engine must be running.
Operation
Depending on the equipment, the front seats may be heated or heated and ventilated.
The outer rear seats can only be heated.
Models without seat ventilation
- Press the seat heating button to switch on heating.
- The heating starts at maximum output.
- Press the button repeatedly to reduce the heating level until it switches off.
The heat output is indicated by the number of illuminated indicator lights in the button
or on the Climatronic display.
Models with seat ventilation
- Press the heating/ventilation button.
- A control menu appears on the Infotainment screen.
- Adjust the heating output or ventilation level.
If seat heating and ventilation are active simultaneously, the levels can only be adjusted
on the Infotainment screen.
Indicator display
- Seat heating switched on.
- Seat ventilation switched on.
- Seat heating and ventilation switched on.
Settings
Lock increases in heat output for the rear seat heater
- Press the button on the Climatronic or select the option on the Infotainment screen.
- Or tap the corresponding icon in the Infotainment screen.
When the function is active, the heating output can only be decreased.
Steering wheel
Adjust the steering wheel
WARNING
Risk of an accident! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
- Swing the safety lever downward.
- Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.
- Push the safety lever fully back into place.
Troubleshooting
Power assisted steering faulty
- If the indicator light illuminates: total failure of steering assistance.
- Switch off the ignition, restart the engine and drive a few meters.
- If the light remains on, stop driving and contact a specialist garage.
- If the indicator light illuminates: partial failure of steering assistance.
- Restart the engine and drive a few meters.
- If the light remains on, continue driving carefully and contact a specialist garage.
Steering column lock faulty
- If the indicator light flashes, stop the vehicle and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
- After switching off the ignition it may not be possible to start the vehicle or activate electrical components.
Steering column lock not unlocked
- Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth.
- If it remains locked, stop the vehicle and contact a specialist garage.
Heated steering wheel
Conditions
- The engine must be running.
Operation
Turn steering wheel heating on/off
- Press the steering wheel heating button on the Climatronic and activate it via the Infotainment screen.
- Or activate the function directly on the Infotainment screen.
Adjust heating output
- Select "Steering wheel heating" on the Infotainment screen.
- Adjust the heating level.
The heating level is shown by the number of illuminated indicators in the switch.
Settings
Link steering wheel heating with driver’s seat heating
- Open the Climatronic menu on the Infotainment screen.
- Select the option to couple seat heating and steering wheel heating.
When this function is active, turning on the driver’s seat heater will also activate
the steering wheel heating.
Interior rear-view mirror
Operation
Interior mirror with manual darkening
- A Mirror not darkened.
- B Mirror darkened.
Interior mirror with automatic darkening
The mirror automatically adjusts its brightness using sensors when the engine starts.
CAUTION
Bright displays such as mobile phones or navigation devices may interfere with automatic
mirror darkening. Do not place such devices near the mirror.
Exterior mirror
Operation
Rotary knob positions
- Adjust the left mirror.
- Switch off mirror adjustment.
- Adjust the right mirror.
- Fold mirrors in electrically.
- Activate mirror heating (engine running).
Adjusting the mirror surface
- Select the left or right mirror position.
- Turn the rotary knob in the direction of the arrows.
Automatic folding mirrors
If activated, the mirrors fold in automatically when the vehicle is locked and fold out when unlocked.
Vehicle locking is indicated by flashing turn signals, not by mirror folding.
Manually foldable mirrors
- Press the mirror toward the side window by hand.
Synchronous mirror adjustment
When the driver's mirror is adjusted, the passenger mirror can adjust simultaneously
if the function is enabled.
Mirror with memory function
For vehicles with electrically adjustable driver seats, mirror positions can be stored
in the seat memory or remote key memory.
Lowering passenger mirror when reversing
The passenger mirror automatically tilts downward during reversing to improve visibility.
Conditions
- The function is activated in Infotainment.
- The mirror position is stored.
- Reverse gear is engaged.
- The adjustment knob is in the correct position.
The mirror returns to its original position when the vehicle exceeds 15 km/h or
when the ignition is switched off.
WARNING
Exterior mirrors make objects appear further away than they are.
Always check the rear-view mirror to judge distance accurately.
NOTICE
If an electrically foldable mirror is pushed outward by an impact, fold it in using the rotary knob
until an audible folding sound is heard.
Settings
Automatic mirror folding, synchronous adjustment, and reverse mirror tilt
can be activated or deactivated through the Infotainment system menu.
Troubleshooting
Electric mirror operation impaired
- Adjust the mirror manually by pressing lightly on the mirror surface.
CAUTION
Do not touch heated exterior mirror surfaces as they may be hot.
Restraint systems and airbags
Seat belts
Functionality
Properly fastened seat belts provide strong protection in the event of an accident.
They reduce injury risk and improve survival chances in serious collisions.
WARNING
- Do not modify or remove seat belts.
- Do not attempt to repair seat belts yourself.
- Have damaged seat belts replaced immediately by a specialist garage.
Automatic belt retractor
The belt retractor locks the belt during sudden pulling, heavy braking,
rapid acceleration, downhill driving, or cornering.
WARNING
If the belt does not lock when pulled sharply, have the retractor inspected by a specialist garage.
Belt tensioners
Belt tensioners improve safety for the driver, front passenger, and outer passengers
in the second row by tightening the belt during a collision.
The tensioner can activate even if the belt is not fastened.
They are not activated during rollovers, minor collisions, or accidents with low forces.
Smoke may be released when the belt tensioner activates. This does not indicate a vehicle fire.
Reversible belt tensioner
Vehicles equipped with a proactive occupant protection system may include reversible belt tensioners.
These tighten the belt automatically during critical driving situations and release it afterward.
Status display in the instrument cluster
- Indicator illuminated – front seat belt not fastened.
- Indicator illuminated – rear seat belt not fastened.
