Skoda Rapid Spaceback Owner's Manual page 99

WARNING
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 96, in section Introduction.
Stability Control (ESC)
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Read and observe on page 97 first.
The ESC improves vehicle stability when driving at the limit (e.g. if the vehicle
starts to skid) by braking individual wheels to maintain the desired direction.
If there is a TCS intervention, the warning light
cluster.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

Read and observe on page 97 first.
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when braking. Thereby, it helps the
driver to maintain 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 pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
Engine drag torque control (MSR)

Read and observe on page 97 first.
MSR counteracts the tendency of the drive wheels to lock during downshifts
or sudden deceleration (e.g. on icy or an otherwise slippery road surface).
If the drive wheels should lock, then the engine speed is automatically in-
creased. This reduces the braking effect of the engine and the wheels can ro-
tate freely again.
flashes in the instrument

Traction control (TCS)

Read and observe on page 97 first.
TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels of the driven axle. TCS reduces the
drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thereby,
for example, driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light
ter.
The deactivation/activation of TCS can be carried out, depending on equip-
ment, in one of the following ways.
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Infotainment » Owner's Manual - Infotainment.
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By pressing the  » Fig. 115 button.
With deactivation, the warning light lights up in the instrument cluster and
an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
With activation, the warning light
sage is displayed in the instrument cluster.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
▶
When driving with snow chains.
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When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
▶
When "rocking a car free" when it has become stuck.
Fig. 115
Button for the TCS system
flashes in the instrument clus-

is extinguished and an appropriate mes-

Assist systems
97