2013 SKODA RAPID warning light

WARNING■The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle.
Under no circumstances use it to lift heavier vehicles or other loads – risk of
injury!■
Ensure that the vehicle tool kit is safely secured in the boot.
■
Ensure that the box is always secured with the strap.

Changing a wheel
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Preliminary work
184
Changing a wheel
185
Follow-up work
185
Loosening/tightening wheel bolts
185
Raising the vehicle
186
Securing wheels against theft
186WARNING■ If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and
set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal re-
quirements must be observed.■
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on as
flat and firm a surface as possible.
■
The following instructions must be followed if the vehicle is subsequently
fitted with tyres or rims that differ from the factory-fitted ones » page 177,
New tyres .
WARNINGObserve the following instructions for lifting the vehicle.■If the wheel has to be changed on a slope, first of all block the opposite
wheel with a stone or similar object to prevent the vehicle from unexpectedly
rolling away.■
Secure the base plate of the lifting jack with suitable means to prevent pos-
sible moving. A soft and slippery ground under the base plate may move the lifting jack, causing the vehicle to fall down. It is therefore always necessary to
place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable base. Use a non-slip base (e.g. a rubber foot mat) if the surface is smooth, such as cobbled
stones, tiled floor, etc.
■
Only attach the lifting jack to the attachment points provided for this pur-
pose.
■
Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■
Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs under the vehicle, while
the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
■
Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised – risk of injury.
CAUTION
■ The prescribed tightening torque of the wheel bolts for steel and light alloy
wheels is 120 Nm.■
If the wheel bolts are fastened too tightly, this can cause damage to the anti-
theft wheel bolt or the adapter.
Note
The national legal requirements must be observed when changing a wheel.
Preliminary work
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 184.
Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible.
The following steps must be carried out before actually changing the wheel:
›
Have all of the occupants get out of the vehicle. While changing a tyre, the oc-
cupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road (they should instead remain
behind a crash barrier). 
184Do-it-yourself

Breakdown kitFig. 154
Components of the breakdown kit
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 187.
The kit is located in a box under the floor covering in the luggage compartment.
Components of the breakdown kit » Fig. 154 .
Valve remover
Sticker with speed designation “max. 80 km/h”/“max. 50 mph”
Inflation hose with plug
Air compressor
Tyre inflation hose
Tyre inflation pressure indicator
Air release valve
ON and OFF switch
12 volt cable connector
Tyre inflator bottle with sealing agent
Replacement valve core
The valve remover
1
has a slot at its lower end which fits into the valve core.
This is the only way in which you can remove and re-install the valve core from
the tyre valve. The same also applies to the replacement valve core
11
.

1234567891011Preparations for using the breakdown kit
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 187.
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.
›
If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system and setup the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national legal require-
ments must be observed.
›
Have all of the occupants get out of the vehicle. While changing a tyre, the oc-
cupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road (they should instead remain
behind a crash barrier).
›
Switch off the engine and move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the se-
lector lever on the automatic gearbox into position P.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit » page 187.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
›
Remove the breakdown kit from the boot.
›
Stick the sticker
2
» Fig. 154 on page 188 onto the dash panel in the driver's
line of vision.
›
Do not remove the foreign body, e.g. screw or nail, from the tyre.
›
Unscrew the valve cap.
›
Use the valve remover
1
to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean sur-
face (rag, paper, etc.).

Sealing and inflating the tyre
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 187.
Sealing
›
Forcefully shake the tyre inflater bottle
10
» Fig. 154 on page 188 back and forth
several times.
›
Firmly screw the inflation hose
3
onto the tyre inflator bottle
10
in a clockwise
direction. The film on the cap is pierced automatically.
›
Remove the plug from the inflation hose
3
and plug the open end fully onto
the tyre valve. 
188Do-it-yourself

Selector lever-emergency unlockingFig. 162
Selector lever-emergency un-
locking
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 194.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Carefully pull up the front left and right cover.
›
Pull up rear cover.
›
Press the yellow plastic part in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 162 using your
finger.
›
At the same time, press the locking button in the selector lever and move the selector lever to position N.
If the selector lever is moved again to position P, it is once again blocked.

Replacing windscreen wiper blades

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the front windscreen wiper blades
195
Replacing the rear window glass wiper blades
196WARNINGReplace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons.
These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.

Replacing the front windscreen wiper bladesFig. 163
Windscreen wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 195.
Before replacing the windscreen wiper blade, put the windscreen wiper arms into
the service position.
Service position for changing wiper blades
›
Closing the bonnet.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
›
Press the windscreen wiper lever into position
4
» Fig. 32 on page 49 and the
windscreen wiper arms will move into the service position.
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
1
» Fig. 163 .
›
Hold the windscreen wiper arm at the top end.
›
Press the locking button
A
and remove the wiper blade in the direction of ar-
row
2
.
Attaching the windscreen wiper blade
›
Push the windscreen wiper blade to the stop until it locks into place.
›
Check that the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the windscreen wiper arm back to the windscreen.
›
Switch on the ignition and push the windscreen wiper lever into position
4
» Fig. 32 on page 49; the windscreen wiper arms move to the home position.
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195Emergency equipment and self-help

Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fuses in the dash panel
197
Assignment of the fuses in the dash panel
198
Fuses in the engine compartment
199
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment
200
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. Switch off the ignition and the corresponding power consuming device before re-
placing a fuse.
Find out which fuse belongs to the component that is not operating » page 198
or » page 200 .
Fuse colourMaximum amperagelight brown5dark brown7.5red10blue15yellow20white25green30orange40WARNINGAlways read and observe the warning notes before completing any work in
the engine compartment » page 162, Engine compartment .CAUTION■
“Never repair” fuses, and do not replace them with fuses of a higher amperage –
risk of fire! This may also cause damage at other points in the electrical system.■
If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical sys-
tem checked as quickly as possible by a specialist garage.
■
A blown fuses is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty fuse
with a new one of the same amperage.
Note
■
We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of re-
placement fuses can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accessories.■
There can be several power consuming devices for one fuse.
■
There can be several consumer devices for one fuse, depending on the vehicle's
equipment.
■
Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device.
■
Multiple power consuming devices can share a single fuse.
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Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 165
Underside of the dash panel:
Distribution board cover.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 197.
The fuses are located on the bottom left of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
›
Remove the cover of the fuse box » Fig. 165 in the direction of the arrow.
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover in the dash panel.
›
Place the clip on the respective fuse and pull this fuse out.
›
Insert a new fuse. 
197Fuses and light bulbs

Fuse assignment in the engine compartmentFig. 169
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 197.
No.Power consumer1Generator2Not assigned (version 1), auxiliary electric heater (version 2)3Interior (version 1) » Fig. 169
Power supply for fuse block (version 2) » Fig. 1694Auxiliary electric heating (version 1) » Fig. 169
Interior (version 2) » Fig. 1695Interior6Engine cooling fan, control unit for preheating unit7Electrohydraulic power steering8ABS9Radiator fan10Automatic gearbox11ABS12Central control unit13Electrical auxiliary heating system
Note
Fuses 1-7 are replaced by a specialist garage.
Bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
201
Replacing the low beam bulb
201
Replacing bulb for main beam, daytime running lights and parking light
202
Changing the front turn signal bulb
202
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
203
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
203
Rear light (Rapid)
204
Replacing bulbs in rear light (Rapid)
204
Tail lamp (Rapid Spaceback)
205
Replacing bulbs in rear light (Rapid Spaceback)
206
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recommend
having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help in the
event of any uncertainties.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in the
spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot.
WARNING■ Always read and observe the warning notes before completing any work in
the engine compartment » page 162, Engine compartment .■
Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not sufficiently
illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficulty by other
road users.
■
H7 and H15 bulbs are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb -
risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety glasses
when changing a bulb.
■
Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professional
knowledge is required – risk of death!
■
The corresponding lamp must always be switched off when replacing a light
bulb. 
200Do-it-yourself

Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
110
Unleaded petrol110
ABS Function
112
Warning light18
Accessories149
Adjusting Belt height
133
Exterior mirror50
Head restraints53
Interior mirror50
Manual air conditioning81
Seat53
Seats52
Steering wheel96
Adjusting the seats52, 127
Adjustment Beam range
41
Aerial153
Airbag135
Deactivating140
Deactivating the front passenger airbag140
Deployment135
Front airbag137
Head airbag139
Indicator light20
Modifications and damage to the airbag system151
Side airbag138
Airbag system135
Air conditioning system Air outlets
76
Climatronic82
Manual air conditioning system79
Air outlets76
Alarm Switching off36
Triggering36
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
36
Trailer125
Antilock Braking System112
Armrest Front
55
Rear55
Artificial leather158
Ashtray59
ASR warning light
17
Assist system ABS
112
Assist systems111
ABS18
ASR17
Cruise Control System114
EDL112
ESC17, 111
HBA112
HHC112
Parking aid113
START-STOP116
TCS112
Auto Check Control13
Automatic gearbox Selector lever-emergency unlocking
195
Starting-off and driving103
Tiptronic103
Automatic load deactivation174
Automatic transmission101
Kickdown104
Malfunction104
Selector lever lock103
Using the selector lever102
AUX95
Avoiding damage to the vehicle Driving through water
109
Avoiding damage to your vehicle109
B
Ball head Check fitting
121
Fitting121
Ready position120
Removing122
Battery In the remote control key
193
Belts130
Belt tensioners133
Bonnet Closing
164
Opening164
Boot Class N1 vehicles
65
Double-sided floor covering70
Flexible storage compartment69
Hooks66
Meshed pocket for storage70
See Boot lid38
Storage compartments in the boot69
Boot cover Parking position
68
Boot lid Automatic locking
38
Closing38
Opening38
Brake booster100
Brake fluid170
Changing171
Checking170
Information messages15
Brakes Brake assist systems
111
Brake booster100
Brake fluid170
Handbrake100
212Index

Diesel particle filter19
Information messages19
Digital clock13
Dipstick167
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
174
Display11
Compass points24
Coolant temperature11
Correct gear changes24
Fuel supply12
Service intervals28
Display of the second speed13
Distance driven12
Door Child safety lock
35
Closing35
Indicator light for an open door15
Opening35
Door locking Emergency
194
Doors Emergency locking
194
Double-sided floor covering70
Driving Abroad
110
Driving through water on streets109
Emissions207
Fuel consumption207
Maximum speed209
Driving economically Economical gear changing
106
Driving through water109
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 105
Economical driving Ballast
107
Driving at full throttle106
Idling106
Looking ahead106
Regular maintenance107
Saving energy108
Short distances107
Tyre inflation pressure107
EDL112
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door
38, 39
Button in the rear door39
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)112
Electronic immobiliser98
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)111
Emergency Changing a wheel
184
Door locking194
Hazard warning light system44
jump-starting190
Jump-starting189
Selector lever-unlocking195
Towing the using the tow hitch192
Towing the vehicle191
Tyre repair187
Unlocking the tailgate194
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
183
First aid kit182
Jack183
Vehicle tool kit183
Warning triangle182
Emissions207
Engine Running in
104
Switching off the engine99
Engine compartment162
Brake fluid170
Coolant169
Overview165
Vehicle battery171
Engine oil166
Capacity167
Changing168
Checking167
Indicator light16
Information messages16
Replenishing168
Specifications167
Environment105
Environmental compatibility108
Environmentally friendly driving105
EPC Indicator light
19
ESC Function
111
Warning light17
Exhaust inspection system Indicator light
18
F
Fastening elements
65
Films155
Fire extinguisher183
First aid kit182
Flashing43
Flexible storage compartment69
Fog lights43
Indicator light21
Fog lights with CORNER function43
Footmats101
see footmats101
Force limit Power windows
40
Front airbag137
Fuel160
Diesel162
Fuel gauge12
refer to Fuel160
Refuelling160
Unleaded petrol161
Fuel consumption105
214Index

Fuel reserveIndicator light19
Fuses Assignment
197
Assignment of fuses in the dash panel198
Colour coding197
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment200
Replacing197
Fuses in the engine compartment Assignment
200
G
Gearbox Information messages
13
Gear change Gear recommendation
24
Information on the selected gear24
Gear changing Gear stick
101
General view Cockpit
9
Generator Indicator light
15
Glasses storage box62
Glow plug system Warning light
18
GSM85
H
Handbrake
100
Indicator light14
Hazard warning light system44
HBA112
Head airbag139
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
49
HeadlightsBulb arrangement201
Driving abroad110
Headlight cleaning system49
Head restraint53
Heating Defrosting windows
78
Exterior mirror50
operating77
Rear window47
Recirculated air mode79
Seats54
Heating and air-conditioning76
Heating rear window47
HHC112
Hill Hold Control (HHC)112
Hooks66
Horn9
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)112
I
Ice-scraper
155
Ice warning23
Ignition98
Immobiliser98
Indicator lights14
Individual settings Locking
34
Unlocking34
Inertia reels133
Information system22
Compass point display24
Door warning24
Gear recommendation24
Ice warning23
MAXI DOT display27
Multifunction display25
Operation22
Service interval display28
Instrument cluster10
Counter for distance driven12
Display11
Fuel gauge12
Indicator lights14
Overview10
Revolution counter11
Speedometer11
Temperature gauge11
Interior monitor36
ISOFIX145
J
Jack
183
Jacking points Raise vehicle
186
Jump-starting189, 190
K
Key Locking
32
Starting the engine98
Unlocking32
L
Lever Main beam
43
Turn signal43
Windscreen wipers49
Light Daytime running lights
42
Fog lights with CORNER function43
Parking light45
Replacing bulbs200
Light bulbs Rear light (Rapid)
204
Lighting Luggage compartment
64
215Index