Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual page 152

WARNING (Continued)
A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a standard
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tyre.
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
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Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
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Check the tyre inflation pressure after driving for 10 minutes!
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The sealant is hazardous to heath. Remove immediately if it comes into con-
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tact with the skin.
For the sake of the environment
Used sealant or sealant whose expiry date has passed must be disposed of in ac-
cordance with environmental protection regulations.
Note
Observe the manufacturer's usage instructions for the breakdown kit.
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A new bottle of sealant can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
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Immediately replace the wheel that was repaired using the breakdown kit or
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consult a specialist garage about repair possibilities.
Components of the breakdown kit
Fig. 116 Components of the breakdown kit
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Do-it-yourself
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 149.
The breakdown kit contains the following parts:
Valve remover
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Sticker with speed designation "max. 80 km/h"/"max. 50 mph"
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Inflation hose with plug
3
Air compressor
4
Tyre inflation hose
5
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
6
Air release valve
7
ON and OFF switch
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12 volt cable connector » page 53
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Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent
10
Replacement valve core
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The valve remover » Fig. 116
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core. This is the only way in which you can remove and re-install the valve core
from the tyre valve. The same also applies to the replacement valve core
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Preparing to use the breakdown kit
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 149.
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the breakdown
kit.
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In the event of a puncture, park the vehicle as far away as possible from the
flow of traffic. Park on as flat and firm a surface as possible.
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Let all of the occupants get out. While changing a tyre, the occupants of the
vehicle should not stand on the road (instead they should remain behind a crash
barrier).
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Switch off the engine and move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the
selector lever for the automatic gearbox into position P.
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Firmly apply the handbrake.
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Check whether you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown
kit » page 149.
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If a trailer is connected, remove it.
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Remove the breakdown kit from the luggage compartment.
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Stick the sticker » Fig. 116 » page 150
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has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve
on the dashboard in view of the driver.
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