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  • Page 1 SIMPLY CLEVER ŠKODA Rapid Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2 CAUTION Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle (e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident. This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to For the sake of the environment search for and obtain the information you require.
  • Page 3 Preface You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us. You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.

  • Page 4: Control Telephone From The Multifunction Steering Wheel - Version

    On-board literature If the service schedule is missing or in poor condition, please contact the special- The on-board literature for your vehicle consists of this “owner's manual” as well ist garage that regularly services your vehicle. You will need to request a dupli- as a “service schedule”...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Variable loading floor in the luggage Safety Table of Contents compartment (Rapid Spaceback) Roof rack system Passive Safety Abbreviations Heating and air conditioning system General information Heating, ventilation, cooling Correct seated position Heating Using the system Seat belts Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning...
  • Page 6 Do-it-yourself Emergency equipment and self-help Emergency equipment Changing a wheel Tyre repair Jump-starting Towing the vehicle Remote control Emergency unlocking/locking Replacing windscreen wiper blades Fuses and light bulbs Fuses Bulbs Technical data Technical data Vehicle data Index Table of Contents...

  • Page 7: Abbreviations

    Abbreviation Definition Abbreviations TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection system Abbreviation Definition Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection  Engine revolutions per minute Anti-lock brake system Automatic gearbox Traction control in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo- meter Diesel particle filter Automatic double clutch gearbox...
  • Page 8 Fig. 1 Cockpit Using the system...

  • Page 9: Using The System

    Door opening lever on the front passenger side Using the system Light switch and headlight beam range regulation (on the dash panel) 38, 38 Bonnet release lever Cockpit Fuse box in the dashboard Lever for adjusting the steering wheel Ignition lock Overview Pedals Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:...

  • Page 10: Instruments And Indicator Lights

    Overview Instruments and Indicator Lights Instrument cluster  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Overview Engine revolutions counter Display Speedometer Coolant temperature gauge display Fuel gauge display Counter for distance driven Fig. 2 Instrument cluster Digital clock ...

  • Page 11: Engine Revolutions Counter

    Button for: Display › Reset trip counter for the distance driven » page 11 › Set hours/minutes › enable / disable the mode selected by means of the Fig. 3 Fuel gauge » page 10 Display types  Engine revolutions counter ...
  • Page 12 Coolant temperature gauge display Fuel gauge display Fig. 4 Coolant temperature gauge  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Fig. 5 Fuel gauge ings on page 8.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- The coolant temperate display »...
  • Page 13 In vehicles equipped with the MAXI DOT display, it is also possible to set the clock Counter for distance driven in the Time menu » page  Fig. 6 Display of the second speed Segment display / MAXI DOT dis- play ...

  • Page 14: Warning Lights

    The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT dis- Note play whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu, the first of the error messages is displayed. If there are several error messages, the If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be ■...

  • Page 15: Braking System

    Cruise control system Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-  » page 163. Selector lever lock  Main beam  WARNING The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au- dible signals.
  • Page 16 Even if the oil level is correct, do not drive any further if the warning light is  WARNING flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed. If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- Seek help from a specialist garage.

  • Page 17: Power Steering

    The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Electronic Stability Control (ESC)  ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK Log book!   First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant »...
  • Page 18 The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. The rear fog light  Error: Traction control (ASR)   First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Seek help from a specialist garage. ings on page 12. Further information »...
  • Page 19 The indicator light only goes out after the diesel particulate filter has been  Glow plug system (diesel engine)  successfully cleaned.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light does not go out and the ...
  • Page 20 WARNING Fuel reserve  If there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the ings on page 12.
  • Page 21 Turn signal system Main beam      First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 12. ings on page 12. Either the left or right warning light flashes depending on the position of the The warning light...

  • Page 22: Information System

    The information system provides the following information. Information system › Ice warning » page › Recommended gear » page › Door, boot lid or bonnet warning » page › Driver information system Compass display » page › Multi-function display (MFA) »...

  • Page 23: Ice Warning

    Description of the operation Button/wheel Action Operation push up or down briefly Select data push up or down briefly Set data values Press and hold button Call up main menu of the MAXI DOT display press briefly Show data press briefly Confirm data Press and hold button Call up main menu of the MAXI DOT display...

  • Page 24: Multifunction Display (Mfa)

    Gear recommendation Door, boot lid or bonnet warning  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Fig. 8 ings on page 20. Information on the selected gear / Gear recommendation Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display If at least one door, the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates the relevant open door, boot or bonnet vehicle icon.
  • Page 25  The multifunction display can only be operated when the ignition is switched on. First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before ings on page 22. switching off the ignition is displayed.

  • Page 26: Warning Against Excessive Speed

    The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light  Information overview the display is shown in steps of 5 km.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the information. ings on page 22.

  • Page 27: Maxi Dot Display

    MAXI DOT display Warning against excessive speeds  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-  Introduction ings on page 22. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary ›...

  • Page 28: Service Interval Display

    Alt. speed dis. Note Here, the display of the second speed in mph can be activated. If warning messages are displayed, these messages must be verified to access ■ Service the main menu » page 20, Using the information system. Here you can have the remaining kilometres and days until the next service inter- If the display is not activated at that moment, the menu always shifts to one of ■...
  • Page 29 As soon as the due date for the service is reached, the flashing key symbol  and Prompt in the segment display the text INSPEC _ appears in the display for about 20 seconds after the ignition has been switched on. Fig.

  • Page 30: Unlocking And Opening

    › The warning light in the driver door begins flashing. Unlocking and opening › The anti-theft alarm system is activated Displaying an error If the indicator light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec- Unlocking and locking onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.

  • Page 31: Vehicle Key

    CAUTION Vehicle key Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected ■ against moisture and severe shocks. Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust, ■ etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and igni- tion lock.

  • Page 32: Unlock/Lock With The Remote Control

    WARNING unlock/lock with the remote control If the car is locked from the outside and the safelock system is switched on, Fig. 13 there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open ei- ther a door or a window from the inside.

  • Page 33: Individual Settings

    Switching on Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the inside The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and unlocked. Fig. 14 Switch-on display Central locking button The warning light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.

  • Page 34: Child Safety Lock

    WARNING Opening/closing a door Doors locked from the inside make it difficult for rescuers to get into the ve- ■ hicle in an emergency – risk to life! Never leave children in the vehicle unattended. ■ Note If the safelock system is switched on »...

  • Page 35: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-  Introduction ings on page 33. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Activating The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the Activating/deactivating vehicle is locked.

  • Page 36: Luggage Compartment Lid

    Deactivating CAUTION › Switch off the ignition. › Open the driver door. If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is immediately ■ › Press the symbol button  » Fig. 17 on the B-pillar on the driver's side. The locked automatically when closed.

  • Page 37: Electrical Power Windows

    Open / close Automatic locking  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 34. If the vehicle was locked before the boot lid was closed, the lid is immediately locked automatically when closed. The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by a specialist garage.
  • Page 38 WARNING Opening/closing the windows Ensure that no persons are still left in the vehicle when locking it. In an ■ emergency, it will no longer be possible to open the windows from the inside. It is recommended to deactivate the electrical power windows in the rear ■...
  • Page 39 If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the warning light  in the safe- ty switch lights up. Note The window lift mechanism is equipped with protection against overheating. Re- peated opening and closing of the window can cause this mechanism to over- heat.

  • Page 40: Lights And Visibility

    Note Lights and visibility The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although the Lights headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist has no influence on the life of the lighting system.

  • Page 41: Daylight Driving Lights (Day Light)

    The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol- Activating the daylight driving lights function › lowing car load. Activate the daylight driving lights by inserting the fuse with the appropriate amperage for the daylight driving lights »...

  • Page 42: Turn Signal And Main Beam

    Note Turn signal and main beam The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on. ■ Fig. 22 The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off. ■ The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a Operating lever: Turn signal and ■...

  • Page 43: Rear Fog Light

    The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions Hazard warning light system are met. The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to the  Fig. 24 right or left Button for hazard warning light The engine is running.

  • Page 44: Interior Light

    By pressing the » Fig. 25 switches, the reading lights can be turned on/off. Parking light If operation of the lights using the door contact switch is enabled (switch  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- »...

  • Page 45: Visibility

    The rear interior light is operated together with the front interior light. When the Sun visors interior light at the front is switched on, the interior light at the rear also turns on sunshade (Rapid Spaceback)  automatically. When the interior light at the front is switched off, the interior light...

  • Page 46: Windscreen Wipers And Washers

    The heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free from  mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel econ- » page 103, Saving electrical energy. sunshade (Rapid Spaceback) Note If the on-board voltage drops, the rear window heater switches off automatical- Fig. 31 ■...
  • Page 47 ■ slow windscreen wiping switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. rapid windscreen wiping If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the Flick windscreen wiping (spring-tensioned position)

  • Page 48: Rear Mirror

    Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the WARNING wiper to continue for another 1-3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the windscreen). The lever will stay in position after releasing it Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other objects.
  • Page 49 Exterior mirror Fig. 33 Side door - knob for the exterior mirrors: mechanical/electrical  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 46. The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary knob.

  • Page 50: Seats And Useful Equipment

    WARNING Seats and useful equipment Information for the driver Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of accident! ■ Adjusting the seats Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel. Not maintaining ■...

  • Page 51: Head Restraints

    After releasing the lever , the seat backrest will remain in the set position.  Adjusting the front seats Head restraints Fig. 34 Controls on the seat / controls on the sport seat Fig. 36 Head restraint: adjusting/removing Fig. 35 Adjusting the seat ...

  • Page 52: Seat Features

     First read and observe the introductory information given on page 50. WARNING The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective ■ The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically. protection for the occupants in the event of an accident. Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.

  • Page 53: Front Armrest

    Move the armrest into one of the 5 locking positions. The armrest includes a storage compartment » page  Fig. 40 Opening for inserting the belt tongue: Rapid / Rapid Space Back / Fold back seat rest forward Rear armrest ...

  • Page 54: Practical Features

    Folding backwards Glasses storage box › If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest til- Storage compartment on the passenger side ted slightly forwards. Clothes hook › Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the locking but- Storage pockets on the front seats clicks into place –...

  • Page 55: Storage Compartments In The Doors

    WARNING Holder for reflective vest The attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not to restrict the driver's vision. Fig. 43  Driver seat: High visibility vest holder Storage compartments in the doors  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 52.

  • Page 56: Storage Compartments In Centre Console

    Storage compartments in centre console Fig. 46 Rear armrest: Cup holder  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 52. Fig. 44 Storage compartment: front/rear Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder. ...

  • Page 57: Cigarette Lighter

    Cigarette lighter Ashtray Fig. 47 Cigarette lighter  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Fig. 48 Ashtrays: front/rear ings on page 52.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- The cigarette lighter is located in the front centre console »...

  • Page 58: 12-Volt Power Outlet

    Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in ■ 12-volt power outlet accordance with the applicable directives. Before turning the ignition on or off, and before starting the car, switch off the ■ device connected to the 12-volt power socket to prevent any damage caused by Fig.

  • Page 59: Multimedia Holder

    › Push the waste container to the back in the direction of arrow » Fig. Multimedia holder › Push the waste container as required in the direction of arrow Remove the waste container Fig. 52 › Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to arrow »...

  • Page 60: Storage Compartment In The Front Arm Rest

     First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Storage compartment in the front arm rest ings on page 52. Opening › Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in area » Fig. The box folds in the direction of the arrow. Closing ›...

  • Page 61: Storage Compartment On The Passenger Side

    Note Storage compartment on the passenger side A 1 litre bottle (max. capacity) can be stored in the storage compartment on the ■ front passenger's side. When the storage compartment is opened, a light lights up. ■  Clothes hook ...

  • Page 62: Luggage Compartment

    Meshed pockets on the front seat backrests Storage compartments in the luggage compartment Flexible storage compartment (Rapid Spaceback) Fig. 57 Meshed pocket for storage (Rapid Spaceback) Meshed pocket Two-sided floor covering Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling char- acteristics of your vehicle: ›...

  • Page 63: Fastening Elements

    In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic en- CAUTION ergy that they can cause severe injuries. Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not dam- The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the ve- aged as a result of abrasive objects.

  • Page 64: Fixing Nets

    CAUTION Fixing nets The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg. ■ Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage. ■  Hooks Fig. 61 Hooks Fig. 59 Fastening examples for nets Fig.

  • Page 65: Luggage Compartment Cover

    CAUTION Luggage compartment cover The maximum permissible load of the luggage compartment cover is 1 kg. ■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not ■ damaged as a result of objects placed in this area. When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the luggage compartment ■...

  • Page 66: Parking Position" Of The Luggage Compartment Cover

    First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 60. Set-up › Rapid: Slide the dismantled cover between the rear seat back rest and bolt » Fig. › Rapid Spaceback: Slide the dismantled cover between bolt and contact sur- face of the side panel.

  • Page 67: Flexible Storage Compartment (Rapid Spaceback)

     When using the storage compartment, take care not to damage the storage ■ compartment or the luggage compartment lining.  Meshed pocket for storage (Rapid Spaceback) Flexible storage compartment (Rapid Spaceback) Fig. 67 Meshed pocket for storage Fig. 66 Flexible storage compartment ...

  • Page 68: Variable Loading Floor In The Luggage Compartment (Rapid Spaceback)

    › Lift the variable loading floor at the front, place onto corner and slide in the direction of arrow until it clicks into place in brackets  Applies to Rapid Spaceback. Using the system...
  • Page 69 ›  Place the variable loading floor in direction of arrow » Fig. 69 - . First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 66. CAUTION The variable loading floor in the upper position can be set to the lower position as When setting the variable loading floor to the upper position, the luggage com- follows.
  • Page 70 › Inserting Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow until the foldable › Grasp the variable loading floor at handle » Fig. edges lock in place in area › Insert variable loading floor into the vehicle with the front portion tilted about Folding down 15 cm beneath the luggage compartment...

  • Page 71: Roof Rack System

    WARNING CAUTION The variable loading floor in the “parking position” restricts the driver's view Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. ■ at the back. If other roof rack systems are used or if the roof bars are not fitted correctly, ■...
  • Page 72 Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions. CAUTION Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed instructions.  Roof load  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 69. The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.

  • Page 73: Heating And Air Conditioning System

    Note Heating and air conditioning system The used air streams out through vents at the back of the boot. ■ We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating air ■ Heating, ventilation, cooling mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from the in- terior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air conditioning sys- tem.

  • Page 74: Heating

    › To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the mov- For the sake of the environment able adjuster to the left or to the right. Pollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved »...
  • Page 75  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 72. Control elements Functions of the individual controls » Fig. Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature: turn to the right: increase temperature) Set the blower stage (stage 0: Blower off, stage 4: the highest blower stage) Set the direction of the air outlet »...

  • Page 76: Air Conditioning System

    We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 » Fig. 76 on page 71 in the Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning open position in all operating modes. system) Note  Introduction If the air distribution is positioned only towards the windows, the total amount of air is used to defrost the windows and thus no air will be fed to the footwell.
  • Page 77 Control elements Fig. 78 The air conditioning system: Control elements  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 74. Functions of the individual controls » Fig. Set the temperature (turn to the left: to reduce the temperature: turn to the right: to increase temperature) Set the blower stage (stage 0: Blower off, stage 4: the highest blower stage) Set the direction of the air outlet...
  • Page 78 Setting  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 74. Recommended basic settings of the air conditioning controls. Control dial settings » Fig. 78 on page 75 Symbol button » Fig. 78 on page 75 Air outlet vents 4 »...

  • Page 79: Climatronic (Automatic Air Conditioning System)

    WARNING Control elements Never leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as “stale air” can cause fatigue of the driver and the passengers, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increa- ses.

  • Page 80: Setting The Temperature

    Air flow to the windows After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains ac-  tive, whereby the lowest temperature that can be reached is the outside temper- Air flow to the upper body  ature. ...
  • Page 81 If the blower is switched off, the Climatronic system is switched off. recirculated air mode The set blower speed is shown by displaying the corresponding number of seg-  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 77. ments in icon in the display.

  • Page 82: Communication And Multimedia

    WARNING (Continued) Communication and multimedia If a mobile phone or a two-way radio system is operated in a vehicle without ■ an external aerial or an external aerial which has been installed incorrectly, Universal telephone installation GSM II this can increase the strength of the electromagnetic field inside the vehicle. Two-way radio systems, mobile phones or mounts must not be installed on ■...

  • Page 83: Phone Phonebook

    All communication between a mobile phone and your vehicle's hands-free system Each time the telephone has established a new connection with the hands-free ® is established with the help of Bluetooth technology. system, an update of the relevant phone book is performed. The updating can ...
  • Page 84 Button/ Action Operation wheel » Fig. 80 Accept call, End call Press briefly Display telephone's basic menu → Telephone main menu → List of dialled numbers → Call selected contact Press and hold button Reject the incoming call Turn up/down Previous / next menu item Press briefly Confirm selected menu item...

  • Page 85: Symbols In The Display

    Button/ Action Operation wheel » Fig. 81 Turn upwards Increase the volume Turn downwards Decrease volume Valid for vehicles with the Amundsen+ navigation system.  Valid for vehicles without the Amundsen+ navigation system. The following steps must be carried out for pairing Symbols in the display ›...

  • Page 86: Telephone Operation In The Maxi Dot Display

    Restoring the visibility of the hands-free system Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display If you have not managed to connect your mobile phone with the hands-free sys-  tem within 3 minutes of switching on the ignition, the visibility of the hands-free First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- system can be re-established for 3 minutes in one of the following ways.

  • Page 87: Voice Control

    Bluetooth Dialogue – version 1 The following menu items can be selected from the Bluetooth menu item. User - Overview of the stored telephones ■ ■ New user - Search for new mobile phones that are in the reception range Visibility - Switches on the visibility of the hands-free system for other devices ■...
  • Page 88  Entering a phone number First read and observe the introductory information given on page 85. The telephone number can be entered as a continuous series of individually spo- ken digits (the whole number at once) or in the form of digital blocks (separated The period of time during which the system is ready to accept voice commands by short pauses).

  • Page 89: Multimedia

    Store voice recording of a contact Note If automatic name recognition does not work reliably for some contacts, you can choose to save your own voice tag for the contact in the Phone book - Voice tag - The dialogue of an incoming call is immediately interrupted. ■...
  • Page 90 Note ® The device being connected must support the Bluetooth A2DP profile; refer to the operating instructions for the relevant device being connected.  Operating the radio and navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel - Version 1 The radio and the navigation system can of course still be operated via the devi- ces.
  • Page 91 Button/ Action Radio Audio sources Navigation wheel » Fig. 84 Switch to previous station and display Turn upwards Skip to next track List of stored/accessible stations Show the option to stop navigation or display the list of recent destinations Switch to the next station and display Turn downwards Switch to start of track List of stored / accessible stations...
  • Page 92 Button/ Action Radio, traffic information CD/MP3/Navigation wheel » Fig. 85 Switch to the previous stored radio station Press briefly Changing to the previous title Interruption of the traffic report Press and hold Search backwards Fast rewind button AUX input Note The AUX input is located in the following places: The functions of button »...

  • Page 93: Driving

    WARNING (Continued) Driving Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance » Fig. 87 between the ■ steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect Starting-off and Driving you - hazard! If the steering wheel is adjusted further towards the head, the protection...

  • Page 94: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after ■ catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start starting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem. » page 182, Jump-starting.  Applies to Rapid. Driving...

  • Page 95: Ignition Lock

    CAUTION Ignition lock Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads before the en- ■ gine has reached its operating temperature – risk of damaging the engine! Fig. 89 Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the Positions of the vehicle key in ■...

  • Page 96: Brakes

     The warning light lights up in the instrument cluster and the following mes-  sage appears in the display. Apply the brake to start.  BRAKE   Applies to Rapid Spaceback and vehicles with the START-STOP system. Driving...

  • Page 97: Information On Braking

    Faults in the brake surface CAUTION If it is found that the braking distance has suddenly become longer and that the brake pedal can be depressed further, the brake system may be faulty. Observe the recommendations on the new brake pads »...

  • Page 98: Manual Gear Changing And Pedals

    The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before reverse gear is engaged to Release parking brake! ...

  • Page 99: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Modes and use of selector lever  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Modes and use of selector lever Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic) Starting-off and driving Malfunction WARNING Fig. 92 Selector lever/Instrument cluster display Do not depress the accelerator if changing the forward driving mode –...
  • Page 100 Before moving into mode R from mode P or N, depress the brake pedal and press Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic) the locking button at the same time » Fig. – Neutral Fig. 94 The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode. Selector lever: Manual shifting of gears - Mode for forwards travel (normal programme)

  • Page 101: Running In

    This chapter contains information on the following subjects: WARNING New engine New tyres Rapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of vehicle New brake pads  control – risk of accident! ...

  • Page 102: Economical Driving And Environmental Sustainability

    For the sake of the environment New engine Do not drive at unnecessarily high engine speeds. Shifting up sooner helps save  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 99. fuel, reduces engine noise and protects the environment. ...

  • Page 103: Looking Ahead

    The technical requirements for low fuel usage and economic efficiency of the ve- Economical gear changing hicle have already been built into the vehicle at the works. ŠKODA places a partic- ular emphasis on minimising negative effects on the environment. Fig.

  • Page 104: Avoiding Full Throttle

    If an engine is only idling it takes much longer for it to reach its normal operating Avoiding full throttle temperature. Wear-and-tear and pollutant emissions, though, are particularly high in the warming-up phase. Therefore, start driving as soon as the engine has started, whereby high engine speeds should be avoided.

  • Page 105: Avoiding Unnecessary Ballast

    Always ensure the tyre inflation pressure is correct. If the inflation pressure is too It is quite normal that a new engine has a higher oil consumption at first, and rea- low, the tyres will have to overcome a higher rolling resistance. This will not only ches its lowest level only after a certain running in time.

  • Page 106: Avoiding Damage To Your Vehicle

    › Minimum fuel leakage during accidents. Avoiding damage to your vehicle › Reduced noise. Choice of materials  Introduction › Extensive use of recyclable material. › Air conditioning filled with CFC-free refrigerant. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: ›...

  • Page 107: Driving Abroad

    CAUTION Driving through water on streets When driving through water, some parts of the vehicle such as the engine, ■ Fig. 98 gearbox, chassis or electrics can be severely damaged. Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permissible Driving through water ■...
  • Page 108 Headlights  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 105. The low beam of your headlights is set asymmetrically. It illuminates the side of the road on which the vehicle is being driven to a greater extent. When driving in countries in which the traffic drives on the other side of the road than in your home country, the asymmetrical low beam may dazzle oncoming drivers.

  • Page 109: Assist Systems

    Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Assist systems Fig. 99 Brake assist systems ESC system: TCS button  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Antilock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control System (TCS)  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) ings on page 107.
  • Page 110 The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) only in the following situations, for example. › When driving with snow chains.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ›...

  • Page 111: Parking Aid

    The brake pressure drops gradually the more you operate the accelerator pedal. If Function the vehicle does not start off within 2 seconds, it starts to roll back. The HHC is active as of a 5 % slope, if the driver door is closed. HHC is only ever Fig.

  • Page 112: Cruise Control System

    The system is deactivated by disengaging reverse gear. Cruise Control System Note  Introduction For vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, the system cannot be activated when towing a trailer.  This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Activating/deactivating Visual parking system Storing and maintaining speed Changing the stored speed...
  • Page 113 If the rocker button is held in the RES/+ position, the speed will increase continu- Activating/deactivating ously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is reached. The set speed is then stored in the memory. Fig. 102 Decreasing the speed using the rocker button Operating lever: Cruise control The stored speed can be reduced by pushing the rocker button into the...

  • Page 114: Start-Stop

    Note START-STOP If the driver's seat belt is removed for more than approx. 30 seconds or the driv- ■  Introduction er's door is opened during stop mode on vehicles with manual transmission or au- tomatic transmission (when the selector lever in position P), the engine must be This chapter contains information on the following subjects: started manually.
  • Page 115 The automatic start procedure takes place again. The warning symbol  goes The warning symbol  appears in the instrument cluster display. out. The automatic start procedure takes place again Further information on automatic transmission During the STOP phase, the engine fires up without any active driver intervention, Engine shut down takes place when the selector lever is in positions P, D, S and N e.g.
  • Page 116 Information messages  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 112. The messages and information are indicated in the instrument cluster display. Start the engine manually!  START MANUALLY  The driver sees this message when the conditions for the automatic start proce- dure are not met during the STOP phase.

  • Page 117: Towing A Trailer

    Description Towing a trailer Towing device  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Description Adjusting the ready position Fitting the ball head Check proper fitting Fig. 104 Carrier for the towing device/tow bar Removing the ball head ...
  • Page 118 › Using your right hand, pull the handwheel in the direction of the arrow Note and drag in the direction of the arrow to the stop. On the bottom of the key is a code number. If you lose a key, please contact a The handwheel remains locked in this position.
  • Page 119 WARNING Fitting the ball head Do not hold the handwheel with your hand when attaching the ball bar - ■ there is a risk of finger injury. After fitting the tow bar, always secure the lock and remove the key. ■...
  • Page 120 › The handwheel is locked and the key is removed. Unlock the handwheel lock by turning the key left as far as the stop in the  direction of the arrow - the arrow on the key points towards the “padlock The cap is on the handwheel.

  • Page 121: Trailer

    Always check the tow bar before hitching a trailer. Apply suitable grease where The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the trail- necessary. er is laden. Maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot avoid driving with this combination.
  • Page 122 Driving speed Driving with a trailer For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 80 km/h when towing a trailer. Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the trail- Fig. 112 er is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by accelerating. Swivel out the 13-pin power socket Brakes...
  • Page 123 Contact between the breakaway cable and the safety eyelet can result in me- ■ chanical wear on the surface protection of the eyelet. Such wear does not impair the functioning of the safety eyelet and does not constitute a fault. It is excluded from the warranty coverage.

  • Page 124: Safety

    Safety equipment Safety  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 122. Passive Safety The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle. › Three-point seat belts for all the seats. General information ›...

  • Page 125: Correct Seated Position

    › Adjust the mirrors, the front seat and head restraint to your body size. WARNING › Advise your passengers to adjust the head restraints to their body size. › Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat General information belts »...
  • Page 126 › Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel can be WARNING reached with your arms at a slight angle. › Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at the Information for the front seat passenger same level as the upper part of your head Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel.
  • Page 127 Examples of incorrect seated positions  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 123. Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if seat belts are fastened correctly. Incorrect seated positions considerably reduce the protective functions of the seat belts and therefore increase the risk of injury due to an incorrect routing of the seat belt.

  • Page 128: Seat Belts

    Particular safety aspects must be observed when transporting children in the ve- Seat belts hicle » page 138, Transporting children safely. WARNING Using seat belts Fasten your seat belt before each journey – even when driving in town! This ■ also applies to the passengers seated at the rear –...
  • Page 129 WARNING The physical principle of a frontal collision Observe the following instructions for the proper use of the seat belts. Never use one seat belt to secure two persons (including children). The ■ seatbelt must not be placed over a child who is sitting on the lap of another passenger.
  • Page 130  It is also important that rear passengers fasten their seat belts, as they could oth- First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- erwise be thrown through the vehicle in an uncontrolled manner in the event of ings on page 126.

  • Page 131: Inertia Reels And Belt Tensioners

    When pulling slowly on the seat belt, the belt can move freely. When pulling Seat belt height adjuster on the front seats sharply on the seat belt, the movement is locked by the inertia reel. The belts also lock when full braking, when the car accelerates, when driving Fig.
  • Page 132 Note Smoke is generated when the belt tensioners are deployed. This is not an indi- ■ cation of a fire in the vehicle. When disposing of the vehicle or parts of the belt tensioner system, it is impor- ■ tant to comply with national legal requirements. ŠKODA service partners are fa- miliar with these regulations and will be able to provide you with detailed infor- mation.

  • Page 133: Airbag System

    System description Airbag system  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 131. Description of the airbag system The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the indicator light   the instrument cluster »...

  • Page 134: Airbag Overview

    In certain accident situations, the several airbags may be deployed simultaneous- Airbag overview The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions, rear-  Introduction end collisions, tilting of the vehicle and vehicle rollover. Deployment factors This chapter contains information on the following subjects: It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to Front airbags...
  • Page 135 WARNING Front airbags Correct seated position For the driver and front passenger, it is important to maintain a distance of ■ at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or dashboard » Fig. 120. Not maintain- ing this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you –...
  • Page 136 WARNING (Continued) Side airbags There must not be any further persons, animals as well as objects posi- ■ tioned between the occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. No ac- cessories, such as cup holders, should be attached to the doors. If children adopt an incorrect seated position when travelling, they may be ■...

  • Page 137: Deactivating Airbags

    WARNING Head airbags There must not be any objects in the deployment area of the head airbags ■ which might prevent the airbags from inflating properly. Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle. Never ■...
  • Page 138 Note Deactivating airbags The national regulations for switching off airbags must be observed.  ■ First read and observe the introductory information given on page 135. A ŠKODA service partner will be able to inform you which, if any, of your vehi- ■...
  • Page 139 › After switching on the ignition, check whether the warning light is not   illuminated in writing      is not illuminated in the centre panel. WARNING The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switched ■...

  • Page 140: Transporting Children Safely

    WARNING (Continued) Transporting children safely Children are exposed to an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci- ■ dent if they lean forward or adopt an incorrect seated position when the vehi- Child seat cle is moving. This particularly applies to children who are transported on the front passenger seat as they can suffer severe, or even fatal injuries if the air- bag system is deployed! ...
  • Page 141 › If possible, move the front passenger seat backwards so that there is no con- Use of a child seat on the front passenger seat tact between the front passenger seat and the child seat behind it. › With child safety seats in groups 2 or 3, make sure that the loop-around fittings Never use a backwards-facing child restraint system on a seat that is protected attached to the child seat headrest is positioned in front of or at the same by an active airbag installed in front of it.
  • Page 142 Group Weight of the child Approximate age Child safety and side airbag up to 10 kg up to 9 months up to 13 kg up to 18 months 9-18 kg up to 4 years 15-25 kg up to 7 years 22-36 kg over 7 years ...

  • Page 143: Fastening Systems

     First read and observe the introductory information given on page 141. Fastening systems There are two locking eyes between the rear exterior seats for fixing the ISOFIX  Introduction system child seat in place. The places are marked with labels with the ISOFIX logo »...
  • Page 144 Size category Group Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Rear seat middle of the child seat IL-SU 9-18 kg The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat. If the front passenger seat is fitted with the ISOFIX system attachment points, it is suited for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with the “Semi-Universal” approval. IL-SU The seat is suited for installation of an ISOFIX child seat with “Semi- WARNING...

  • Page 145: General Maintenance

    CAUTION General Maintenance Do not wash your vehicle in bright sunlight – risk of paint damage. Taking care of and cleaning the vehicle For the sake of the environment Only wash the vehicle at washing bays intended for this purpose. ...

  • Page 146: Taking Care Of Your Vehicle Exterior

    If your vehicle is fitted with any particular attached parts, such as a spoiler, roof Taking care of your vehicle exterior rack system, two-way radio aerial etc., it is best to consult the operator of the car wash system beforehand. ...

  • Page 147: Taking Care Of Your Vehicle's Paintwork

    For the sake of the environment CAUTION Used vehicle care product cans represent hazardous waste that is harmful to the Never apply wax to the windows. ■ environment. These must be disposed of in accordance with national legal regula- Mat painted or plastic parts must not be treated with polishing products or hard ■...

  • Page 148: Chrome Parts

    Chrome parts Windows and exterior mirrors  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Fig. 129 ings on page 144. Fuel filler flap: Ice scraper First clean the chrome parts with a damp cloth and then polish them with a soft, dry cloth.

  • Page 149: Headlight Lenses

    When removing snow or ice from windows and mirror lenses ensure that the This wax protection does not need to be inspected or re-applied. ■ paintwork of the vehicle is not to damage. If any small amount of wax flow out of the cavities at high temperatures, these Do not clean the inside of the windows with sharp-edged objects or corrosive ■...

  • Page 150: Taking Care Of The Interior

    WARNING Underbody protection Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according to  ■ First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- the instructions. ings on page 144. Always store vehicle care products safely, in particular out of the reach of ■...

  • Page 151: Natural Leather

    Use a care cream with light blocker and impregnation effect on a regular basis ■ Natural leather and each time after cleaning. The cream nourishes the leather, allows it to breathe and keeps it supple and also provides moisture. It also creates surface ...

  • Page 152: Modifications, Repairs And Technical Alterations

    CAUTION Seat belts ® Do not use any leather cleaners on Alcantara seat covers.  ■ First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ® For Alcantara seat covers do not use any solvents, floor wax, shoe cream, stain ■...
  • Page 153 Always consult a ŠKODA Partner » page 151 before buying accessories or parts, ŠKODA Service Partners or before carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical alterations to your vehicle.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 150.
  • Page 154 Airbags  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 150. The system components of the airbag system can be situated in the front bump- er, doors, front seats, roof lining or body. WARNING Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of sys- tem components due to other repair work (e.g.

  • Page 155: Inspecting And Replenishing

    Refuelling Inspecting and replenishing Fuel  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Refuelling Unleaded petrol Diesel fuel Fig. 130 Fuel filler The correct grades of fuel for your vehicle are stated on a sticker affixed to the inside of the fuel filler flap »...
  • Page 156 › Remove the filler cap and place the it into the bore of the fuel filler Prescribed fuel – unleaded petrol min. 95 RON flap » Fig. 130 – . Use unleaded fuel with the octane rating 95 RON or higher. ›...

  • Page 157: Engine Compartment

    Diesel fuel additives CAUTION Additives, so-called “flow improvers ” (petrol and similar agents) should not be mixed with the diesel fuel. This can cause serious damage to engine or exhaust In no case may fuel additives with metal components be used, especially not ■...
  • Page 158 WARNING WARNING (Continued) Always store the coolant additive securely in its original container, and in ■ Injuries or scolding or risks of accident or fire may occur when working in the particular out of the reach of children – risk of poisoning! engine compartment.
  • Page 159 WARNING (Continued) Opening and closing the bonnet If you intend to work underneath the vehicle, you must secure the vehicle ■ from rolling away and support it with suitable supporting blocks; the car jack is not sufficient – risk of injury! Never cover the engine with additional insulation material (e.g.
  • Page 160 › Take the bonnet support out of its holder » Fig. 132 in the direction if the ar- Engine oil dipstick row and secure the opened bonnet by inserting the end of the support in the Brake fluid reservoir opening designed for it.

  • Page 161: Engine Oil

    The filling level of the container is about 3.5 litres and about 5.4 litres on vehicles The engine oils are undergoing continuous further development. Thus the infor- that have a headlight washing system mation stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publication. Clear water is not sufficient to intensively clean the windscreen and headlights.
  • Page 162 CAUTION Specifications and capacity Only the above-mentioned oils can be used on vehicles with flexible service inter-  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- vals. We recommend always refilling with oil of the same specification since this ings on page 159.

  • Page 163: Coolant

    Oil level within range Changing The engine must be topped up with oil so that the oil level at least reaches the range  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 159. The engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5 l/ 1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which you The engine oil must be changed at the intervals stated in the Service schedule or operate your vehicle.
  • Page 164 WARNING Checking the coolant level The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following ■ warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en- Fig. 136 gine compartment » page 155. Engine compartment: Coolant Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to fill with expansion reservoir ■...

  • Page 165: Brake Fluid

    Loss of coolant WARNING A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the system. Do not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a specialist The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following ■...

  • Page 166: Vehicle Battery

    A slight drop in the fluid level results when driving due to normal wear-and-tear Warning symbols on the vehicle battery and automatic adjustment of the brake pads. Symbol Importance There may be an indication of a leak in the brake system, however, if the fluid lev- ...
  • Page 167 Do not place the battery in direct daylight in order to protect the vehicle battery ■ WARNING housing from the effects of ultra-violet light. If the vehicle has not been driven for more than 3 to 4 weeks, the battery will It is prohibited to work with naked flames or lights.
  • Page 168 It is necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery with high tures. A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just be- amperages, known as “rapid charging”. low 0 °C. The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging.

  • Page 169: Automatic Load Deactivation

    We recommend having the vehicle checked by a specialist garage in order to en- system. sure full functionality of all electrical systems.  Note Automatic load deactivation We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries be rapid charged by a specialist garage.   First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 164.

  • Page 170: Wheels

    WARNING (Continued) Wheels Unusual vibrations or pulling of the vehicle to one side could be a sign of ■ tyre damage. If there is any doubt that a wheel is damaged, immediately re- Tyres and wheel rims duce your speed and stop! If no external damage is evident, drive slowly and carefully to the nearest specialist garage to have the vehicle checked.
  • Page 171 WARNING Service life of tyres Observe the following information regarding the wheel bolts. The wheel bolts must be clean and must turn easily. Never apply grease or ■ oil. The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light alloy ■...
  • Page 172 Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the Tyre age higher pressure of warm tyres. Tyres age and lose their original characteristics, even if they are not being used. Therefore, we recommend not using summer or winter tyres older than 6 or 4 With greater additional load, adjust the tyre inflation pressure accordingly.
  • Page 173 545 kg Tyre pressure monitor 615 kg 630 kg Fig. 142 650 kg Button for setting the tyre infla- 690 kg tion pressure control value Speed symbol This indicates the maximum permissible vehicle speed with fitted tyres in each category. 170 km/h 180 km/h 190 km/h...
  • Page 174 If the dimensions or design of the spare wheel differ from the tyres fitted to the The system cannot warn in case of very rapid tyre inflation pressure loss, e.g. in ■...

  • Page 175: Winter Operation

     First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Full wheel trim ings on page 168.  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Pulling off ings on page 168. › Push the extraction pliers »...

  • Page 176: Winter Tyres

    6J x 15 38 mm 185/60 Winter tyres 6J x 15 38 mm 195/55  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 173. Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 9 mm. Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 13 mm. Fitting winter tyres will significantly improve the handling of your vehicle when CAUTION driving in wintry road conditions.

  • Page 177: Do-It-Yourself

    Emergency equipment and self-help Emergency equipment  Introduction Fig. 146 Placing of the warning triangle: Rapid / Rapid Spaceback This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 175. First aid kit and warning triangle...

  • Page 178: Fire Extinguisher

    fire extinguisher Vehicle tool kit  First read and observe the introductory information given on page 175. The fire extinguisher is attached with straps in a holder under the driver seat. Please read carefully the instructions which are attached to the fire extinguish- The fire extinguisher must be checked by an authorised person once a year.

  • Page 179: Changing A Wheel

    WARNING WARNING The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle. Observe the following instructions for lifting the vehicle. ■ Under no circumstances use it to lift heavier vehicles or other loads – risk of If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite ■...
  • Page 180 › › Switch off the engine. Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well using a special › Move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the selector lever for the auto- bolt » page 172, Spare wheel. ›...
  • Page 181 ›  Grasp the end of the wrench and turn the bolt against the direction of the ar- First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- » Fig. 148 until it is tight. ings on page 177. WARNING Position the car jack below the jacking point that is closest to the faulty wheel »...

  • Page 182: Tyre Repair

    › › Insert the adapter » Fig. 151 with its toothed side fully into the inner toothing The tears or punctures are greater than 4 mm in size. › of the safety wheel bolt until the stop so that only the outer hexagon is jut- There is damage to the tyre wall.

  • Page 183: Breakdown Kit

    Breakdown kit Preparations for using the breakdown kit  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 180. The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the breakdown kit. › Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as flat and firm a surface as possible.

  • Page 184: Jump-Starting

    › Remove the empty tyre inflator bottle from the valve. CAUTION › Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover Switch off the air compressor after running 8 minutes at the latest – there is a Inflating risk of overheating.
  • Page 185  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- WARNING (Continued) ings on page 182. The non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps must never touch each other ■ The battery of another vehicle can be used to jump-start your vehicle if the en- –...

  • Page 186: Towing The Vehicle

    A tow bar is the safest way of towing a vehicle and also minimises any shocks. Jump-starting in vehicles with the START-STOP system Only use a tow rope if a suitable tow bar is not available. When towing, the following guidelines must be observed. Driver of the tow vehicle ›...
  • Page 187 Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes » page 185 Removing/installing the towing eye ■ › » page 185 to the detachable ball head of the towing equipment » page 115. Manually screw in the towing eye in the direction of the arrow »...

  • Page 188: Remote Control

    Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to us- Replacing the battery in the remote control key ing the towing eye. CAUTION The detachable ball rod and/or the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable tow bar is used.

  • Page 189: Emergency Unlocking/Locking

     First read and observe the introductory information given on page 187. Synchronising the remote control  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- An emergency locking mechanism is located on the face side of the doors which ings on page 186.

  • Page 190: Replacing Windscreen Wiper Blades

    Selector lever-emergency unlocking Replacing the windscreen wiper blades Fig. 160 Fig. 161 Selector lever-emergency un- Windscreen wiper blade locking   First read and observe the introductory information given on page 187. First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 188.
  • Page 191 Replacing the rear window glass wiper blades Fig. 162 Rear window wiper blade  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 188. Removing the wiper blade › Raise the windscreen wiper arm from the rear window and slightly tilt the wind- screen wiper blade towards the wiper arm, arrow »...

  • Page 192: Fuses And Light Bulbs

    WARNING Fuses and light bulbs Always read and observe the warnings before starting any work in the en- ■ gine compartment » page 155, Engine compartment. Fuses Never repair fuses and also do not replace them with a fuse of a higher am- ■...
  • Page 193 Replacing fuses Power consumer › Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 163. DC-DC converter › Replace the appropriate fuse. › Mirror adjustment Reinsert the cover into the dash panel in the opposite direction to that of the arrow, in such a way that the guiding stubs are guided along the dash panel Control unit for trailer detection openings, and carefully push the cover in.
  • Page 194 Power consumer Fuses in the engine compartment Rear fog light, DC-DC converter Fog lights Fig. 165 Air blower for heating Vehicle battery: Cover for the fuse box (variant 1) Not assigned Heated front seats Rear window heater Horn Windscreen wipers Boot lid lock, central locking system Alarm Cigarette lighter, power socket in the luggage compartment...

  • Page 195: Bulbs

    Rear light (Rapid Spaceback)  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- Replacing bulbs in rear light (Rapid Spaceback) ings on page 190. Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recommend...
  • Page 196  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- CAUTION ings on page 193. Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest ■ Headlight with halogen bulb amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth, nap- Low beam kin, or similar.
  • Page 197 Replacing bulb for main beam, daytime running lights and Changing the front turn signal bulb parking light Fig. 171 Principle sketch: Headlight with halogen bulb/headlight with xenon bulb Fig. 170 Bulbs for main beam, daytime running lights, and parking light ...
  • Page 198 › Turn the bulb holder in an anti-clockwise direction to the stop and then remove Replacing the bulb for the fog light » Fig. 173. › Insert the bulb holder with the new bulb into the headlight and turn in a clock- wise direction as far as the stop.
  • Page 199 If you are not sure whether the cable bundle has been pinched, we recommend ■ that you have the connection of the light checked by a specialist garage.  Replacing bulbs in rear light (Rapid) Fig. 176 Installing the lamp connector/lamp  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 193.
  • Page 200 › Carefully remove the plug from the rear light » Fig. 179 - . Rear light (Rapid Spaceback) Installing › Insert the connector into the lamp and lock it securely. › Insert the light into the brackets in the body »...
  • Page 201 Replacing bulbs in rear light (Rapid Spaceback) Fig. 180 Outer part of the lamp/inner part of the lamp  First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 193. Outer part of the light › Turn the bulb holder »...

  • Page 202: Technical Data

     First read and observe the introductory information given on page 200. Technical data Vehicle data sticker The vehicle data sticker » Fig. 181 -  is located on the base of the luggage com- Technical data partment and is also fixed into the service schedule. The vehicle data sticker contains the following data: Vehicle data Vehicle identification number (VIN)
  • Page 203 › Dimensions (mm) Roof load including roof rack system › Equipment not included in the operating weight Rapid Rapid Spaceback › Trailer drawbar load when towing a trailer (max. 50 kg). Length 4483 4304 Fuel consumption according to the ECE standards and EU guidelines...
  • Page 204 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm at rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 55/5400 112/3750 3/1198 Performances Rapid MG5 Rapid Spaceback MG5 Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s) 13.9 13.8 Permissible trailer load, braked (kg) /950 Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)
  • Page 205 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm at rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 77/5000 175/1550-4100 4/1197 Performances Rapid MG6 Rapid Spaceback MG6 Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s) 10.3 10.2 Permissible trailer load, braked (kg) 1100 /1200 Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)
  • Page 206 Output (kW per rpm) Max. torque (Nm at rpm) Number of cylinders/Displacement (cm 66/4200 230/1500-2500 4/1598 Performances Rapid MG5 Rapid DSG7 Rapid Spaceback MG5 Rapid Spaceback DSG7 Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s) 12.0 12.2 11.9 12.1 Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)
  • Page 207 Starting-off and driving Head airbag Tiptronic Breakdown kit Modifications and damage to the airbag system 152 Automatic load deactivation Bulbs Side airbag Rear light (Rapid Spaceback) Automatic transmission Airbag system Replacing Kickdown Air conditioning system Malfunction Button in the driver's door...
  • Page 208 Cigarette lighter Instructions Rear seats Cleaning Alcantara Counter for distance driven Car computer Artificial leather Cruise control system see multifunction display cloths Activating/deactivating Car park ticket holder Covers of electrically heated seats Changing the stored speed Carrier Headlight lenses Storing and maintaining speed Cavity protection Natural leather Switching off temporarily...
  • Page 209 Driving Emergency equipment Footmats Abroad Fire extinguisher see footmats Driving through water on streets First aid kit Force limit Emissions Jack Power windows Fuel consumption Vehicle tool kit Foreign countries Maximum speed Warning triangle Unleaded petrol Driving economically Emissions Front airbag Economical gear changing Engine Fuel...
  • Page 210 Daylight driving lights two-sided floor covering Parking light Unlocking the tailgate Replacing bulbs Variable loading floor Ice-scraper Light bulbs Luggage compartment cover Ice warning Rear light (Rapid) Parking position Ignition Lighting Luggage compartment lid Ignition lock Luggage compartment Immobilizer Lights Individual settings...
  • Page 211 Fuel Bulb for the fog light Nets Polishing the paintwork Bulb for the licence plate light See Taking care of your vehicle Bulb in rear light (Rapid Spaceback) Power outlet Bulb in rear light (Rapid) 12 V Bulbs Index...
  • Page 212 Fuses Seat belts Starting and stopping the engine with the key Fuses in the dash panel Belt tensioners Starting engine Fuses in the engine compartment Cleaning Jump-starting Low beam bulb fastening and unfastening Starting the engine Wiper blades 188, 189 Height adjustment Jump-starting Inertia reels...
  • Page 213 Headlight lenses Turn signal Storage compartment in the front arm rest High-pressure cleaner Storage compartments in the doors Two-sided floor covering Plastic parts Using the information system two-way radio systems Polishing the paintwork Using the selector lever Type plate Rubber seals Tyre load-bearing capacity Taking care of the interior See Wheels...
  • Page 214 Visibility Unidirectional tyres Winter tyres Visors see Sun visors Window Interior mirror Windows De-icing Warning lights See Electrical power windows Warning messages in the display Windscreen washer fluid Warning triangle Checking Replenishing Washing Warning light Automatic car wash system Winter by hand Windscreen washer system Chrome parts...
  • Page 215 ŠKODA pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust Reprinting, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment without the written consent of ŠKODA. and engineering, may be introduced at any time.
  • Page 218 Also please pay attention to those parts in the Owner's Manual that are marked  below. Work with us – for the sake of the environment. Návod k obsluze Rapid anglicky 08.2013 S56.5610.04.20 5JA 012 003 CQ...

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