Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual page 67

WARNING
Please take note of the general points relating to the use of assistance
systems» page 64, in chapter General information.
Stability Control (ESC)
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Read and observe on page 65 first.
The ESC improves vehicle stability when driving at the limit (e.g. if the vehicle
starts to skid) by braking individual wheels to maintain the desired direction.
If there is a TCS intervention, the warning light
cluster.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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Read and observe on page 65 first.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
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Read and observe on page 65 first.
MSR counteracts the tendency of the drive wheels to lock during downshifts
or sudden deceleration (e.g. on icy or an otherwise slippery road surface).
If the drive wheels should lock, then the engine speed is automatically in-
creased. This reduces the braking effect of the engine and the wheels can ro-
tate freely again.
flashes in the instrument
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Traction control (TCS)
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Read and observe on page 65 first.
TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels of the driven axle. TCS reduces the
drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thus, for
example, driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light
ter.
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To deactivate/activate the system, press the 
The warning light lights up in the instrument cluster when the TCR is deacti-

vated.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
▶
When driving with snow chains.
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When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
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When it is necessary to "rock" a car free when it has become stuck.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
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Read and observe on page 65 first.
EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle. EDL
brakes a spinning wheel if required and transfers the drive power force to the
other drive wheel. Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different trac-
tion under each wheel of the driven axle.
The EDL switches off automatically in order to avoid excessive heat generation
in the brake of the wheel where the brake is activated. Once the brakes have
cooled down, there is an automatic re-activation of EDL.
Fig. 64
Button for the TCS system
flashes in the instrument clus-
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button» fig. 64.
Assist systems
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