2012 SKODA RAPID service

CAUTION
■ Do not tow start the engine - danger of damaging the engine! On vehicles with
a catalytic converter, unburnt fuel may get into the catalytic converter where it
may ignite. This in turn may damage or destroy the catalytic converter. The bat-
tery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid » page 152, Jump-start-
ing .
■ If the gearbox of your vehicle no longer contains any oil because of a defect,
your vehicle must only be towed in with the driven wheels raised clear of the
ground, or on a special vehicle transporter or trailer.
■ The vehicle must be transported on a special vehicle or trailer if it is not possible
to tow in the vehicle in the way described or if the towing distance is greater than
50 km. ■ To protect both vehicles when tow-starting or towing, the tow rope should be
elastic. Thus one should only use plastic fibre rope or a rope made out of a simi-
larly elastic material.
■ One should be constantly vigilant not to allow impermissibly high towing forces
or jerky loadings. There is always a risk of excessive stresses and damage result-
ing at the points to which you attach the tow rope or tow bar when you attempt
to tow a vehicle which is not standing on a paved road.
■ Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes or to the detachable ball
head of the towing device » page 154 or »
page 155. Note
■ We recommend using a tow rope from
ŠKODA Original Accessories available
from a ŠKODA Service Partner. ■ Towing another vehicle requires a certain amount of practice. Both drivers
should be familiar with the particular points about towing a vehicle. Unskilled
drivers should not attempt to tow in another vehicle or to be towed in. ■ When towing, respect the national legal provisions, especially those which re-
late to the identification of the towing vehicle and the vehicle being towed. ■ The tow rope must not be twisted as it may in certain circumstances result in
the front towing eye being unscrewed out of your vehicle. Ð Front towing eye
Fig. 119
Front bumper: Cap/installing the towing eye
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 153.
Removing and installing the cap
› Press on the left half of the cap in the area of the arrow
» Fig. 119 - .
› Remove the cap from the front bumper.
› After screwing out the towing eye, reinstall the cap by inserting it in the
mounts and pressing on the right side of the cap. The cap must engage firmly.
Removing and installing the towing eye
› Screw in the towing eye by hand to the left up to the stop
» Fig. 119 - .
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel wrench,
towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through
the eye.
› Screw out the towing eye by turning it to the right. CAUTION
The towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, otherwise
the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting. Ð
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Technical data
Technical data
Introductory information
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-
dence over the details in the Owner's Manual. Please refer to the official vehicle
registration documents or consult a
ŠKODA Service Partner to determine which
engine your vehicle is equipped with.
The listed performance values were determined without performance-reducing
equipment, e.g. air conditioning system.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into the
engine compartment on the right hand suspension strut dome. This number is al-
so located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen (together
with a VIN bar code).
Engine number
The engine number is stamped into the engine block. ÐData on the vehicle sticker and the type plate
Fig. 136
Vehicle data sticker/type plate Vehicle data sticker
The vehicle data sticker » Fig. 136 is located on the floor of the boot and is also
stated in the service schedule.
The vehicle data sticker contains the following data:
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Vehicle type
Gearbox code/paint number/interior equipment/engine output/engine code
Partial vehicle description
Operating weight (in

kg)
Fuel consumption (in ltr./100 km) - intra-urban/extra-urban/combined
CO 2 emission levels - combined (in g/km)
Type plate
The type plate » Fig. 136 is located on the lower part of the column between the
front and rear doors on the driver's side.
The type plate lists the following weights:
Maximum permissible gross weight
Maximum permissible towed weight (towing vehicle and trailer)
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
Operating weight
The specified operating weight is for orientation purposes only. This value repre-
sents the minimum operating weight without additional weight-increasing equip-
ment such as air conditioning system, spare wheel, or trailer hitch.
The operating weight also contains the weight of the driver (75 kg), the weight of
the operating fluids, the tool kit, and a fuel tank filled to 90 % capacity.
It is possible to calculate the approximate loading capacity from the difference
between the permissible total weight and the operating weight » .
The payload consists of the following components:
› Passengers
› All items of luggage and other loads
› Roof load including roof rack system
› Equipment not included in the operating weight
› Trailer drawbar load when towing a trailer (max. 50 kg).
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Technical data

Measuring the fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions according to the ECE
standards and EU guidelines
The measurement of the intra-urban cycle begins with a cold start of the engine.
Afterwards urban driving is simulated.
In the extra-urban driving cycle, the vehicle is accelerated and decelerated in all
gears, corresponding to daily routine driving conditions. The driving speed varies
between 0 and 120 km/h.
The calculation of the combined fuel consumption considers a weighting of about
37
% for the intra-urban cycle and 63 % for the extra-urban cycle. WARNING
Do not exceed the specified maximum permissible weights - risk of accident
and damage. Note
■ If required, you can find out the precise weight of your vehicle by contacting a
ŠKODA

Service Partner.
■ Depending on the range of equipment, style of driving, traffic situation, weather
influences and vehicle condition, consumption values may deviate from the indi-
cated values. ÐDimensions
Dimensions (mm) Length 4483
Width 1706
Width including exterior mirror 1940
Height 1461/1488
a)
1474 b)
/1500 b)

a)
Clearance 136/143b)
Wheel base 2602
Track gauge front/rear 1457/1494
(1463/1500) c)a)
The value is valid for vehicles with the Amundsen+ navigation system.
b) The value corresponds to the status with the rough road package.
c) 1.2 ltr./55 kW and 1.2 ltr./63 kW TSI. Ð 165
Technical data

Specifications and engine oil capacity
The engine has been factory-filled with a high-grade oil that can be use through-
out the year - except in extreme climate zones.
Various oils can be mixed together when refilling. However, this does not apply to
vehicles with flexible service intervals.
Engine oils are, of course, undergoing continuous further development. Thus the
information stated in this Owner's Manual is only correct at the time of publica-
tion.
ŠKODA Service Partners are informed about the latest changes by
ŠKODA. We
therefore recommend that the oil change is completed by a ŠKODA Service Part-
ner.
The specifications (VW standards) stated in the following can be indicated sepa-
rately or together with other specifications on the bottle.
The oil capacities include oil filter change. Check the oil level when filling; do not
over fill. The oil level must be between the markings » page 129.
Specifications and capacity (in l) for vehicles with flexible service intervals Petrol engines SpecificationFilling level
1.2 l/55 kW VW 503 00, VW 504 00 2.8
1.2 ltr./63 kW TSI VW 504 003.9
1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI VW 504 003.9
1.4 ltr./90 kW TSI VW 503 00, VW 504 00 3.6Diesel engine
SpecificationFilling level
1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3Specifications and capacity (in l) for vehicles with fixed service intervals
Petrol engines SpecificationFilling level
1.2 l/55 kW VW 501 01, VW 502 002.8
1.2 ltr./63 kW TSI VW 502 003.9
1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI VW 502 003.9
1.4 ltr./90 kW TSI VW 501 01, VW 502 003.6If the oils specified above are not available, oils according to ACEA
A2 or ACEA A3
can be used once for refilling. Diesel engine
SpecificationFilling level
1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR VW 507 004.3 If the oils specified above are not available, oils according to ACEA
B3 or ACEA B4
can be used once for refilling. CAUTION
Only the above-mentioned oils can be used on vehicles with flexible service inter-
vals. We recommend always refilling with oil of the same specification since this
will maintain the properties of the oil. In exceptional cases, a maximum of 0.5

l of
specification VW 502 00 (only for petrol engines) or specification VW 505 01 (only
for diesel engines) engine oil can be used to refill once. Other engine oils must
not be used - risk of engine damage! Note
■ Before a long drive we recommend that you purchase and carry with you engine
oil which complies with the specification for your vehicle. ■ We recommend that you use oils from ŠKODA Original Accessories. Ð166
Technical data

Child safety
Side airbag 106
Child safety lock 25
Child seat Classification 106
ISOFIX 107
on the front passenger seat 105
Suitability 107
TOP TETHER 108
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle 119
Cigarette lighter 53
Cleaning 117
Artificial leather 122
Headlight lenses 120
Material coverings 122
Materials 122
Natural leather 122
Plastic parts 119
Wheels 121
Climatronic Recirculated air mode 66
Clock 11
Clothes hooks 58
Cockpit 12-volt power socket 54
Ashtray 53
Cigarette lighter 53
General view 7
Light 38
Storage compartments 54
Compartments 54
Computer see Multifunction display 11
Coolant Checking 130
Replenishing 131
Temperature gauge 9
Warning light 19
Correct seated position 92
Counter for distance driven 10Cruise control system (CCS) 75
Cup holder front 52
rear 53
D
DAY LIGHT see Daytime running lights 35
Daytime running lights 35
Deactivating an airbag 103
Defrsoting rear window 39
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid 31
Diesel refer to Fuel 126
Diesel fuel Operation in winter 126
Diesel particulate filter 21
Digital clock 11
Dipstick 129
Display Coolant temperature 9
Fuel gauge 9
Service interval 10
Distance driven 10
Door Child safety lock 25
Doors Emergency locking 30
Driving Abroad 113
Driving through water on the street 114
Emissions 164
Fuel consumption 164
Maximum speed 167
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 110EDL 73
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door 31, 32
Button in the rear door 32
Electronic differential lock 73
Electronic immobiliser 69
Emergency Automatic gearbox 82
Changing a wheel 146
Hazard warning light system 37
Jump-starting 152
locking of the doors 30
Selector lever-unlocking 83
Towing the vehicle 153
Tyre repair 149
Unlocking the boot lid 31
Emissions 164
Engine Running in 109
Starting engine 70
Switching off the engine 70
Engine compartment Brake fluid 132
Coolant 130
Overview 128
Vehicle battery 133
Engine oil Capacity 166
Changing 130
Checking 129
Replenishing 129
Specification 166
Warning light 18
Engine revolutions counter 9
Environment 110
Environmental compatibility 112
Environmentally friendly driving 110
ESC 72
Warning light 19
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Index

O
Oil refer to Engine oil 129
Onboard computer see Multifunction display 11
Operation in winter De-icing windows 120
Diesel fuel 126
Vehicle battery 135
Outside temperature 13
Overview Engine compartment 128
Warning lights 16
P
Paint see Paint damage 119
Paint damage 119
Parking Parking aid 74
Parking ticket holder 58
Passive Safety 91
Periodic wiping 40
Petrol refer to Fuel 125
Polishing the paintwork refer to Taking care of your vehicle 119
Power steering 69
Preservation refer to Taking care of your vehicle 119
R
Radiator fan 131
Radio reception Aerial 120
Functional fault 120
Raise vehicle 148Rear mirror
Exterior mirror 42
Manual dimming interior mirror 42
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning system 64
Recommended gear 11
Refuelling 124
Fuel 124
Regulation Headlamp range 36
Remote control 27
Synchronisation process 28
Remote control key Replacing the battery 24
Replacement of parts 144
Replacing bulbs 159
Fuses 156
Vehicle battery 136
Wiper blades 41, 42
Replenishing Coolant 131
Engine oil 129
Windscreen washer fluid 132
Roof luggage rack Attachment points 52
Roof rack system Roof load 52
Running in Brake pads 109
Engine 109
The first 1 500 km 109
Tyres 109
S
Safe securing system 26
Safety 91
Child safety 105
Child safety seats 105
Head restraints 46ISOFIX 107
TOP TETHER 108
Save electrical energy 110
Seat Adjusting 45
Seat belt Warning light 18
Seat belt height adjuster 98
Seat belts 95
Cleaning 123
fastening and unfastening 97
Height adjustment 98
Seats folding forward 47
Head restraints 46
Heating 46
Selector lever see selector lever positions 80
Selector lever positions 80
Service display 10
Setting Manual air conditioning system 64
Manual dimming interior mirror 42
Steering wheel 69
Setting temperature Heating 60
Setting the clock Clock 11
Shifting Diving economically 110
Gearshift lever 74
Side airbag 101
Snow chains 143
Spare wheel 140
Speedometer 9
START/STOP Function 77
Starting engine 70
Jump-starting 152
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Index

START STOP
Jump-starting 153
Steering force assistance 69
Steering wheel 69
Storage 54
Storage compartments 54
Sun visors 39
Switching off the engine 70
T
Taking care of the vehicle Artificial leather 122
Material coverings 122
Materials 122
Natural leather 122
Seat belts 123
Taking care of your vehicle 117
Automatic car wash system 118
Chrome parts 119
Cleaning the wheels 121
Door lock cylinders 120
Headlight lenses 120
High-pressure cleaner 118
Plastic parts 119
Polishing the paintwork 119
Preservation 119
Rubber seals 120
Washing 118
Washing by hand 118
Wash system 118
TCS Warning light 20
Technical data 164
Telephone 84
Tiptronic 79
see automatic gearbox 81
Tool 145
TOP TETHER 108
Towing 153
Towing a trailer 115Towing eye 154
Towing protection 29
Traction control 73
Trailer 115
Towing a trailer 115
Transport Boot 48
Roof rack system 51
Transporting children safely 105
Two-way radio systems 84
Type plate 164
Tyre repair 149
Tyres see Wheels and tyres 139
U
Underbody protection 121
unlock Central locking system 26
Unlocking Remote control 28
Uphill start assist 72
USB 90
V
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation 136
Charging 135
Checking the electrolyte level 135
Operation in winter 135
Replacing 136
Safety instructions 133
Vehicle Condition see Auto Check Control 16
Vehicle data sticker 164
Vehicle dimensions 165
Vehicle key 24
Vehicle tool kit 145Visors
see Sun visors 39
W
Warning lights 16
Warning symbols see Warning lights 16
Warning triangle 145
Washing 117
Automatic car wash system 118
by hand 118
Chrome parts 119
High-pressure cleaner 118
Weights 164
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolt 149
Caps 141
Loosening and tightening 148
Wheels 137
Wheels and tyres Changing a wheel 146
Full wheel trim 141
General information 137
Handling wheels and tyres 139
new tyres 139
Service life of tyres 138
Snow chains 143
Spare wheel 140
Wheel bolts 142
Winter tyres 142
Windows De-icing 120
See Electrical power windows 31
Windscreen washer fluid Checking 132
Replenishing 132
Warning light 22
Winter 132
Windscreen washer system 132
Windscreen wipers 40
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ŠKODA pursues a policy of constant product and model development. We trust
that you will understand that changes to models in terms of shape, equipment
and engineering, may be introduced at any time. The information about appear-
ance, performances, dimensions, weight, standards and functions of the vehicle is
correct at the time of publication. Certain items of equipment might only be in-
stalled at a later date (information provided by your local ŠKODA
Service Partner)
or are only offered in particular markets. It is therefore not possible for legal
claims to be made based on the data, illustrations and descriptions contained in
this Owner's Manual. Reprinting, reproduction or translation, either in whole or in part, is not permitted
without the written consent of ŠKODA.
ŠKODA expressly reserves all rights relating to copyright laws.
Subject to change.
Issued by: ŠKODA AUTO a.s.
© ŠKODA AUTO a.s. 2012