Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual page 110

The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
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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 "rocking a car free" when it has become stuck.
Ensure the TCS is activated again afterwards.
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 107.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to main-
tain 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 pressure
on the brake pedal.
Traction Control System (TCS)
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 107.
If the wheels are slipping, the TCS adapts the engine speed to the conditions of
the road surface. The TCS makes it much easier to start off, accelerate and climb
steep hills even if the conditions of the road surface are unfavourable.
The TCS function is activated automatically each time the ignition is switched on.
If your vehicle is fitted with the ESC system, the ASR is integrated into the ESC
system » page 107.
During an intervention of the system, the TCS warning light
strument cluster.
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Valid for vehicles without Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
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Driving
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
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If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel and
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transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability of the
vehicle and a quick journey.
The EDL switches off automatically in order to avoid excessive heat generation
on the brake of the wheel being braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven
and has the same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The EDL
switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled down.
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
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The HBA increases the braking effect and helps to reduce the braking distance.
The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal. In order to
achieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be applied
firmly until the vehicle has come to a standstill.
The HBA function is automatically deactivated when the brake pedal is released.
The ABS is activated faster and more effectively with the intervention of the HBA.
Hill Hold Control (HHC)
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When driving on slopes, HHC allows you to move your foot from the brake pedal
flashes in the in-
1)
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to the accelerator pedal without having to use the handbrake.
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The system holds the brake pressure produced by the activation of the brake
pedal for approx. 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 107.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 107.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 107.
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