Lights And Visibility; Lights - Skoda Rapid 2013 Owner's Manual

Lights and Visibility

Lights

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Indicator lights
Switching lights on and off
Headlamp range adjustment
Turn signal and main beam lever
Parking light
Masking the headlights
WARNING
Headlights that are set too high and improper use of the main beam can dis-
tract and dazzle other road users. This can cause accidents and serious inju-
ries.
Always make sure that the headlights are properly set.
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Never use the main beam or headlight flasher, if other road users can be
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dazzled.
CAUTION
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with na-
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tional legal requirements.
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the lights.
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Indicator lights
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 25.
Illuminates Possible cause
illuminates: Driving lights failed partially or com-
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pletely.
Turn signal, left or right.
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The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if
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a turn signal fails on the vehicle.
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Main beam switched on or headlight flasher operat-
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ed.
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When switching on the ignition, some warning and indicator lights illuminate
briefly as a function test. They will extinguish after a few seconds.
WARNING
Ignoring illuminated warning lights may result in breaking down in traffic, acci-
dents and serious injury.
Never ignore illuminated warning lights.
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Stop the vehicle as soon as it is possible and safe to do so.
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Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic such that no parts of
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the exhaust system come in contact with highly flammable materials under
the vehicle such as dry grass, fuel, oil, etc.
A broken-down vehicle is a high accident risk to itself and other road users.
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If necessary, turn on the hazard warning light system and place the warning
triangle on the side of the road to warn other road users.
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CAUTION
Ignoring illuminated indicator lights may lead to vehicle damage.
Remedy
» page 139
Check the
lighting of the
vehicle where
appropriate.
» page 27
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Lights and Visibility