2012 SKODA RAPID turn signal

Headlamp range adjustment
Fig. 20
Dash panel: Lights and visibility
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 34.
›
Turn the control dial
» Fig. 20 to the desired width of illumination.
Settings
The positions correspond approximately to the following car load. Front seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot empty.
All seats occupied, boot loaded.
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded. CAUTION
Always adjust the headlight range adjustment in such a way that:
■ it does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming traffic;
■ and the range is sufficient for safe driving. Note
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on. Ð
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3 Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 21
Turn signal and main beam lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 34.
The parking light and headlight flasher are also operated with the turn signal and
main beam lever.
Right  and left  turn signal light
› Push the lever
» Fig. 21 upwards A
or downwards B
.
› If you only wish to flash three times (the "convenience turn signal"), briefly
push the lever to the upper or lower pressure point and release again.
› Turn signal for changing lanes – to only flash briefly, move the lever up or down
to the pressure point and hold it in this position.
Main beam 
› Switch on the low beam » page 34
.
› Press the lever
» Fig. 21 in the direction of arrow C
.
› The main beam is switched off by pulling the lever into the initial position in the
direction of arrow D
.
Headlight flasher 
› Pull the lever
» Fig. 21 towards the steering wheel (spring-tensioned position)
in the direction of the arrow D
.
Parking light 
Description of the operation » page 37 CAUTION
Only use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will not be
dazzled. £
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Note
■ The turn signal system only operates when the ignition is switched on. The cor-
responding warning light  or  in the instrument cluster also flashes.
■ The turn signal is automatically cancelled after negotiating a curve.
■ The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails. ÐParking light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 34.
Parking light

› Switch off the ignition.
› Pull the turn signal light lever
» Fig. 21 on page 36 upwards or downwards – the
side light on the right or left side of the vehicle is switched.
Parking light on both sides
› Turn the light switch
» Fig. 18 on page 34 –  into the position  and lock the
vehicle. Note
■ The parking light  can only be activated if the ignition is switched off.
■ If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is
switched off, the parking light is not automatically switched on. ÐFog lights with the function CORNER
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 34.
The fog lights with the function CORNER are designed to improve the illumination
of the surrounding area near the vehicle when turning, parking, etc. ä
ä The fog lights with the function CORNER are adjusted according to the steering
angle or after switching on the turn signal light
1)
in the following circumstances:
› the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running or it moves with a speed of
maximum 40 km/h;
› the daytime running lights are not switched on;
› the low beam is switched on;
› the fog lights are not switched on;
› no reverse gear is engaged. Ð Switches for the hazard warning light system
Fig. 22
Dash panel: Switch for hazard
warning lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 34.
›
Press switch
 » Fig. 22 to switch the hazard warning light system on or off.
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the switch also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning light system is switched on automatically if an airbag is de-
ployed in the event of an accident. Note
The hazard warning light system must be switched on if, for example:
■ you encounter a traffic congestion;
■ your vehicle breaks down or an emergency situation occurs. Ð
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If both switch on versions are conflicting, for example if the steering wheel is turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
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Lights and visibility

Activating/deactivating the parking aid
The parking aid is activated automatically when
reverse gear is engaged and the
ignition is turned on. This is confirmed by a brief audible signal.
The parking aid is deactivated by removing the reverse gear. WARNING
■ The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and
it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when reversing the vehicle
or carrying out similar manoeuvres. Pay particular attention to small children
and animals as they are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ Before reversing or parking, check that there is no small obstacle, such as a
rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., in front of or behind the vehicle. Such ob-
stacles may not be recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of cloth-
ing cannot reflect the signals from the parking aid. Thus, these objects or peo-
ple who wear such clothing are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
■ External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on the parking aid.
Under unfavourable conditions, objects or people may not be recognised. Note
■ If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds every time you activate the system,
this indicates a system fault. Have the fault rectified by a ŠKODA specialist ga-
rage. ■ The sensors must be kept clean (free of ice, etc.) to enable the parking aid to
operate properly.
■ If the parking aid is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is
in the position P , the warning signal is interrupted (the vehicle cannot move). ÐCruise control system (CCS)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Storing a speed 76
Changing a stored speed 76
Switching off the cruise control system temporarily 76
Switching off the cruise control system completely 76The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed, more than 30
km/h,
once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal. This is
only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and brak-
ing power of the engine.
The warning light  illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is activated. WARNING
■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) – risk of accident! ■ The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions. ■ Always switch off the cruise control system after use to prevent uninten-
tional use of the system. CAUTION
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at
which it travels. Therefore, shift to a lower gear in good time or slow the vehicle
down by applying the foot brake. Note
■ It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch on the
cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or R.
■ It is not possible to switch on the cruise control system on vehicles fitted with a
manual gearbox if the first gear or reverse gear is engaged. Ð
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Starting-off and Driving

Storing a speed
Fig. 68
Turn signal and main beam lever:
Rocker switch and switch of the
cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 75.
Storing a speed
›
Turn the switch A
» Fig. 68
into the ON position.
› After the desired speed has been reached, press the rocker button B
into the
SET position.
After you have released the rocker button B
out of the position SET
, the speed
you have just stored is maintained at a constant speed without having to depress
the accelerator. ÐChanging a stored speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 75.
Increasing the speed with the accelerator
›
Depress the accelerator to increase the speed.
› Release the accelerator to reduce the speed back down to the preset speed.
However, if the saved speed is exceeded by more than 10
km/h for a period of
more than 3 minutes by depressing the accelerator, the stored speed is deleted
from the memory. You have to re-store the desired speed.
Increasing the speed with the rocker button B
›
Press the rocker button B
» Fig. 68
on page 76
into the RES position.
› The speed will increase continuously, if the rocker button is pressed and held in
the RES position. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is reached.
The set speed is then stored in the memory.
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› The stored speed can be
reduced by pressing the rocker button B
» Fig. 68 on
page 76 into the position SET.
› The speed will decrease continuously, if the rocker button is pressed and held
in the SET position. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is
reached. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
› If the rocker button is released at a speed of less than 30 km/h, the speed is
not stored and the memory is erased. The speed must then be stored again by
pressing the rocker button B
in the position SET after increasing the speed of
the vehicle to more than 30

km/h.
The speed can also be reduced by depressing the brake pedal, which temporarily
deactivates the system. Ð Switching off the cruise control system temporarily
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 75.
The cruise control system is
temporarily switched off
by pressing the switch A
» Fig. 68
on page 76 into the spring-tensioned position CANCEL or by depress-
ing the brake or clutch pedal.
The set speed remains stored in the memory.
Briefly press the rocker button B
into the position RES

to resume the stored
speed after the clutch or brake pedal is released. Ð Switching off the cruise control system completely
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 75.
›
Turn the switch A
» Fig. 68

on page 76 into the OFF position. Ð
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76 Using the system

Connecting the mobile phone to the hands-free system
To connect a mobile phone with the hands-free system, the two devices must be
paired. Detailed information on this is provided in the operating instructions for
your mobile phone.
The following steps must be carried out for the connection 1)
.
› Activate Bluetooth ®
and the visibility of your mobile phone on your telephone.
› Switch on the ignition.
› Select the menu
Phone – New user in the information display and wait until
the control unit has completed the search.
› Select your mobile phone from the menu of the units found.
› Confirm the PIN 2
)
.
› If the hands-free system announces (as standard
SKODA_BT) on the display of
the mobile phone, enter the PIN 2)
within 30 seconds and wait, until the connec-
tion is established 3)
.
› After terminating the connection, confirm the creation of a new user profile in
the information display.
If there is no free space available to create a new user profile, delete an existing
user profile.
During the connecting procedure, no other mobile phone may be connected with
the hands-free system.
Up to four mobile phones can be paired with the hands-free system, whereby on-
ly one mobile phone can communicate with the hands-free system.
The visibility of the hands-free system is automatically switched off 3

minutes af-
ter the ignition is switched on and is also deactivated when the mobile phone has
connected to the hands-free system. Restoring the visibility of the hands-free system
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
system can be reestablished for 3 minutes in the following ways.
› By turning the ignition off and on.
› By turning voice control off and on.
› Via the information display in the menu item Bluetooth
– Visibility.
Creating a connection with an already paired mobile phone
After switching on the ignition, the connection is automatically established for
the already paired mobile phone 3)
. Check on your mobile phone if the automatic
connection has been established.
Disconnecting the connection
› By withdrawing the ignition key.
› By disconnecting the hands-free system in the mobile phone.
› By disconnecting the user in the information display in the menu
Bluetooth –
User .
Solving connection problems
If the system announces No paired phone found, check the operating state of the
mobile phone.
› Is the mobile phone switched on?
› Is the PIN code entered?
› Is Bluetooth ®
active?
› Is the visibility of the mobile phone active?
› Has the mobile phone already been paired with the hands-free system? Ð Symbols in the information display
Symbol Importance
 Charge status of the phone battery a)
 Signal strength a)
£1)
On vehicles fitted with the Amundsen+ navigation system, this function can be accessed via the navi-
gation system menu; refer to the operating instructions for the Amundsen+ navigation system.
2) Depending on the Bluetooth ®
version on the mobile phone, an automatically generated 6-digit PIN is
either displayed or the PIN 1234 has to be entered manually.
3) Some mobile phones have a menu, in which the authorisation for establishing a Bluetooth ®

connec-
tion is completed by inputting a code. If the authorisation input is required, it must always be per-
formed when re-establishing the Bluetooth connection.
86 Using the system

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Safety equipment 91
Before setting off 91
What influences the driving safety? 92
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the subject
of passive safety in your vehicle. We have combined everything here which you
should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and
safety of children. It is therefore important, in particular, to comply with the notes
and warnings in this section for your own interest and in the interest of those
travelling with you. WARNING
■ This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants. You will find further information on safety, which
concerns you and those travelling with you, in the following chapters of this
Owner's Manual.
■ The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This ap-
plies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle. ÐSafety equipment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 91.
ä The following list contains part of the safety equipment in your vehicle:
› three-point seat belts for all the seats;
› belt force limiters for the front seats;
› belt tensioners for front seats;
› seat belt height adjusters for front seats;
› Front airbag for the driver and the front seat passenger;
› side airbags;
› head airbags;
› anchoring points for child seat using the
ISOFIX system;
› anchoring points for child seat using the TOP TETHER system;
› head restraints adjustable for height 1)
;
› adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works together, in order to optimally protect you
and those travelling with you in accident situations. The safety equipment does
not protect you or the people travelling with you, if you or your occupants adopt
an incorrect seated position or the equipment is not correctly adjusted or used. Ð Before setting off
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 91.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay
attention to the following points before setting off.
›
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
› Check the tyre inflation pressure.
› Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
› Secure all items of luggage
» page 48.
› Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
› Adjust the mirrors, the front seat and head restraint to your body size.
› Advise your passengers to adjust the head restraints to their body size.
› Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
belts
» page 105 , Transporting children safely .
› Adopt the correct seated position
» page 92. Tell your passengers to assume
the correct seated position.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt. Also inform passengers to fasten the seat belt
correctly » page 95 . Ð
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Not valid for sports seat.
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Passive Safety

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Attach the other end 4
to a solid metal part which is connected firmly to the
engine block, or to the engine block itself.
Starting engine
› Start the engine on the vehicle providing the power and allow it to idle.
› Now start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
› If the engine does not start, terminate the attempt to start the engine after
10 seconds and wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the process.
› Disconnect the cables in exactly the
reverse order to the one described above. ÐJump-starting in vehicles with the START-STOP system
Fig. 118
Jump-starting – START-STOP system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 152.
On vehicles with the START-STOP system, the jump-start cable of the charger
must never be connected directly to the negative pole of the vehicle battery, but
only to the engine earth.
› 1.2 ltr./63
kW TSI and 1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI engines » Fig. 118 - 
› 1.4 ltr./90 kW engine
» Fig. 118 - 
› 1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR engine
» Fig. 118 -  Ð
ä Towing the vehicle
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front towing eye 154
Rear towing eye 155
Vehicles with manual transmission can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow rope
or with the front or rear wheels raised.
Vehicles with automatic transmission can be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at rear, the automatic
gearbox is damaged!
A tow bar is the safest way of towing a vehicle and also minimises any shocks.
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
› Release the clutch particularly gently when starting off or depress the accelera-
tor particularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
› On vehicles with a manual transmission, only push down on the accelerator
pedal once the rope is taught.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
Driver of the towed vehicle
› Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel is not blocked and so that the
turn signal lights, horn, windscreen wipers and windscreen washer system can
be switched on.
› Take the vehicle out of gear or move the selector lever into position
N if the
vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox.
Please note that the brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the en-
gine is running. If the engine is not running, significantly more physical force is re-
quired to depress the brake pedal and steer the vehicle.
If using a tow rope, ensure that it is always kept taught. £
153
Do-it-yourself

No. Power consumer
29 Injection, coolant pump
30 Fuel pump, ignition system, cruise control 31 Lambda probe
32 High pressure fuel pump, pressure valve
33 Engine control unit
34 Engine control unit, vacuum pump
35 Switch illumination, number plate light, parking light, headlamp washer
system
36 Main beam 37 Rear fog light, DC-DC converter
38 Fog lights 39 Air blower for heating
40 Not assigned 41 Heated front seats
42 Rear window heater
43 Horn
44 Windscreen wipers 45 Boot lid lock, central locking system
46 Alarm 47 Cigarette lighter, power socket in the luggage compartment
48 ABS 49 Turn signal lights, brake lights50 DC-DC converter, radio 51 Electric windows (driver's window and rear left window)
52 Electric windows (front passenger's window and rear right)
53 Windscreen washer
54 START-STOP instrument cluster, steering wheel module, multi-function
steering wheel
55 Control unit for automatic gearbox
56 Headlight cleaning system 57 Low beam on the left
58 Low beam on the right Ð Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 123
Schematic representation of fuse box in engine compartment: Ver-
sion
1/version 2
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 156.
Fuse assignment in engine compartment
No. Power consumer
1 Generator
2 Not assigned
3 Vehicle interior (variant 1) » Fig. 123 Power supply for fuse block (variant
2) » Fig. 123
4 Electric auxiliary heater (variant 1) » Fig. 123 Vehicle interior (variant
2) » Fig. 123
5 Interior
6 Engine cooling fan, control unit for preheating unit 7 Electrohydraulic power steering
8 ABS 9 Radiator fan
10 Automatic gearbox 11 ABS
12 Central control unit
13 Electrical auxiliary heating system £ ä
158 Do-it-yourself