Driving Through Water On The Street; Driving With A Loaded Vehicle; Towing A Trailer - Skoda Rapid 2013 Owner's Manual

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available in the destination country?
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Are special tyres required for driving in the destination country?
CAUTION
ŠKODA is not responsible for damage to the vehicle arising from poor quality fuel,
poor service or lack of original parts availability.
Operating the vehicle in other countries and continents
The vehicle was factory-produced for a particular country and meets its approval
conditions that were valid at the time of vehicle production.
If the vehicle is sold to another country or is to be used in another country for an
extended period, the applicable laws in the country must be observed.
It may be required to retrofit or remove certain equipment and disable certain
functions. Similarly, service volumes and types of services may be affected. This is
especially the case if the vehicle is operated for an extended period in a different
climatic region.
Because of different frequency bands in other countries, the factory-delivered ra-
dio may not work in another country.
CAUTION
ŠKODA is not responsible for damage to the vehicle arising from poor quality
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fuel, poor service or lack of original parts availability.
ŠKODA is not responsible if the vehicle does not meet or only partially meets
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the relevant legal requirements in other countries and continents.

Driving through water on the street

To avoid damage to the vehicle when driving through flooded roads, for example,
note the following:
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Determine the depth of the water when driving through bodies of water. The
water may only be enough to reach the lower edge of the body
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Do not travel faster than walking pace.
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Driving Tips
and other fluids as specified by ŠKODA
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Never stop, reverse or switch off the engine in water.
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Oncoming vehicles generate waves that can raise the water level for your vehi-
cle so much that it is not safe to cross the water.
WARNING
After driving through water, mud, sludge, etc. the braking effect may be de-
layed due to wet and, in winter, icy brake discs and brake pads, extending the
stopping distance.
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"Dry and free the brakes from ice" by careful braking actions. In doing so, do
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not endanger other motorists or ignore statutory provisions.
Avoid abrupt and sudden braking immediately after water crossings.
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CAUTION
When driving through bodies of water, parts of the vehicle such as the engine,
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gearbox, chassis or electrics can be severely damaged.
Never drive through salt water, as salt can cause corrosion. Rinse any vehicle
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parts that have come in contact with salt water immediately with fresh water.

Driving with a loaded vehicle

For good handling characteristics of a loaded vehicle, observe the following:
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Stow all luggage items securely
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Use extra care and caution when accelerating.
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Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
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Decelerate earlier than usual.
WARNING
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Slipping cargo items may affect the stability and safety of the vehicle signifi-
cantly, causing accidents and serious injuries.
Secure cargo properly against slipping.
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Towing a trailer

The vehicle is not approved for towing a trailer. The vehicle is not factory-equip-
ped with a towing device and it can not be retrofitted with a towing device.
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