Engine Revolutions Counter; Fuel Gauge - Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual

Engine revolutions counter

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The red scale of the rev counter
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the engine control unit begins to limit the engine speed. The engine control unit
restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next higher gear before the red scale of the revolution
counter is reached, or move the selector lever into position D if your car is fitted
with an automatic gearbox.
To maintain the optimum motor speed, observe the gearshift indica-
tor » page 11.
For the sake of the environment
Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to lower fuel consumption, minimises
operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer life
and reliability of the engine.
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h.
The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below
this speed limit.
Note
This function is only valid for some countries.
Coolant temperature gauge
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The coolant temperature gauge
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nition is switched on.
» Fig. 2 on page 8 indicates the range in which
» Fig. 2 on page 8 operates only when the ig-
The following guidelines regarding the temperature ranges must be observed to
avoid any damage to the engine.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high
engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves
into the mid-range of the scale, for a normal style of driving. The pointer may also
move further to the right at high engine loads and high outside temperatures.
CAUTION
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air in-
let impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine
overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads
Coolant temperature/coolant level
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Fuel gauge

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The fuel gauge » Fig. 2 on page 8 only operates when the ignition is switched
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on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres. The indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve mark-
ing» page 21.
CAUTION
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Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! An irregular supply of fuel can
lead to irregular engine running. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system
and damage the catalytic converter.
Note
On some vehicles, the fuel gauge is shown in the display of the instrument clus-
ter.
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Instruments and Indicator Lights
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