2013 SKODA RAPID Owner's Manual

Control elementsFig. 78
Heating: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 77.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 78 .
Set the temperature (turn to the left to reduce the temperature, turn to the right to increase the temperature)
Set the blower stage (stage 0: fan off, stage 4: highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 76
Switch recirculation on/off » page 79
Controls
A
and
C
» Fig. 78 can be set to any intermediate position.
WARNINGThe blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
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ABC
Adjusting
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 77.
Recommended basic settings of the heating controls.
AdjustmentControl dial settings » Fig. 78 on page 78Symbol button  » Fig. 78
on page 78Air outlet vents 4 » Fig. 77 on
page 76ABCDefrosting the windshield and side windowsTo the right up to thestop3Do not switch onOpen and align with the side win- dowFree windshield and side windows
from mistDesired temperature2 or 3

Do not switch onOpen and align with the side win-
dowFastest heatingAs far as it will go tothe right3Briefly switch onOpeningComfortable heatingDesired temperature2 or 3

Do not switch onOpeningFresh air mode – ventilationTo the left up to the
stop1-4Do not switch onOpening 78Using the system

We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents 3 » Fig. 77 on page 76 in the
open position in all operating modes.
Note
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. This
can lead to restriction of the heating comfort.
Recirculated air mode
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 77.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into
the vehicle, e.g. when driving through a tunnel or in a traffic jam.
Switching on/off
›
Press the symbol button 
.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
›
Press the symbol button 
again.
The indicator light in the button goes out.
Recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution control
C
» Fig. 78 on page 78 is turned to position 
. Recirculated air mode can be
switched on again from this position by repeatedly pressing the symbol button
 .
WARNINGNever leave recirculated air mode switched on over a longer period of time, as
“stale air” can cause driver and passenger fatigue, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. Increased risk of accident. Switch off recir-
culated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
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Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning
system)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Control elements
80
Adjusting
81
Recirculated air mode
81
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 80, Control elements .
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The blower switch is switched on (positions 1-4).
If the desired interior temperature can also be achieved without activating the cooling system, fresh air mode should be selected.
The cooling system is switched off at excessive coolant temperatures in order to guarantee a cooling effect when the engine is under a high load.
CAUTION
■ Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow out of
the vents when the cooling system is switched on.■
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when getting
out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold.
Note
We recommend that you have the air conditioning system cleaned by a specialist
garage once every year.79Heating and air-conditioning

Control elementsFig. 79
The air conditioning system: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 79.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 79 .
Set the temperature (turn to the left to reduce the temperature, turn to the
right to increase the temperature)
Set the blower stage (stage 0: fan off, stage 4: highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 76
Switch recirculation on/off » page 81
Switching the cooling system on/off
Note
The indicator light in the symbol button  lights up when the ignition is switch-
ed on, even if not all of the conditions for the function of the cooling system have
been met » page 79.. By lighting up of the warning light in the button, the opera-
tional readiness of the cooling system is signalled.
ABC80Using the system

AdjustingFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
on page 79.
Recommended basic settings of the air conditioning controls.
AdjustmentControl dial settings » Fig. 79 on page 80Symbol button » Fig. 79 on page 80Air outlet vents 4 » Fig. 77
on page 76ABCDefrost/defog windscreen and side windows a)Desired tempera-
ture3 or 4Do not switch onAutomatically switched onb)Open and align with the side
windowFastest heatingAs far as it will goto the right3Briefly switch onSwitched offOpeningComfortable heatingDesired tempera-
ture2 or 3

Do not switch onSwitched offOpeningThe fastest coolingTo the left up to
the stopbriefly 4, then 2 or 3Briefly switch on c)ActivatedOpeningComfortable coolingDesired tempera-
ture1, 2 or 3Do not switch onActivatedOpen and align to the roofFresh air mode – ventilationTo the left up tothe stopDesired positionDo not switch onSwitched offOpeninga)
We recommend that you do not use this setting in countries with high humidity levels. This can result in heavy cooling of the window glass and the following fogging from outside.
b)
Automatic switch-on can be deactivated by pressing the symbol button .
c)
Under certain conditions, recirculated air mode
» page 81 may switch on automatically; the indicator light will then light up in the symbol button
.
We recommend that you leave the air outlet vents
3 » Fig. 77 on page 76 in the
open position in all operating modes.
Recirculated air mode
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 79.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into
the vehicle, e.g. when driving through a tunnel or in a traffic jam.
Switching on/off
›
Press the symbol button 
.
The indicator light in the button lights up.
› Press the symbol button
 again.
The indicator light in the button goes out.
Recirculated air mode is switched off automatically if the air distribution controlC
» Fig. 79 on page 80 is turned to position . Recirculated air mode can be
switched on again from this position by repeatedly pressing the symbol button
 .
WARNINGNever leave recirculated air mode switched on over a longer period of time, as
“stale air” can cause driver and passenger fatigue, reduce attention levels and also cause the windows to mist up. Increased risk of accident. Switch off recir-
culated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
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81Heating and air-conditioning

Climatronic (automatic air conditioning system)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
82
automatic mode
83
Switching the cooling system on/off
83
Setting the temperature
83
recirculated air mode
83
Controlling blower
84
Defrosting windscreen
84
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the tem-
perature of the outflowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to alterthe settings manually.
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on » page 82, Control elements .
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The cooling system is switched off at excessive coolant temperatures in order to guarantee a cooling effect when the engine is under a high load.
Note
We recommend that you have Climatronic cleaned by a specialist garage once ev-
ery year.Control elementsFig. 80
Climatronic: Control elements
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
The buttons/control dial Setting the interior temperature » page 83
Display
Display of selected interior temperature
Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit, change the displayed temperature units » page 83 , Setting the temperature
Automatic operation of the air conditioning system Ventilation or defrosting of the windshield activated
Direction of air flow
Recirculated air mode activated
Cooling system activated
Blower speed set
The buttons/control dial Adjust the blower speed » page 84
Interior temperature sensor Switching automatic mode on » page 83
Switch the intensive windscreen heater on/off » page 84
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Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
Air flow in the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 83
Switching the cooling system on/off » page 83
Note
Do not stick anything onto or cover the interior temperature sensor 11 » Fig. 80
as this could impair the functioning of the Climatronic.
automatic mode
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and to
demist the windows in the interior of the car.
Recommended setting for all periods of the year
›
Set the desired temperature, we recommend 22 °C.
›
Press the button 
.
The display shows 
(pos.
4
» Fig. 80 on page 82).
›
Set the air outlet vents 3 and 4 » Fig. 77 on page 76 so that the air flow is direc-
ted slightly upwards.
Automatic mode can be switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air
distribution or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is
nevertheless regulated.
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Switching the cooling system on/off
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
›
Press the button 
.
The symbol 
(pos.
8
» Fig. 80 on page 82) appears in the display.
›
Press button 
once more.
The 
symbol in the display goes out.

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- ature.
Setting the temperature
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
Setting temperature
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Turn the control dial
1
» Fig. 80 on page 82 to the left or to the right to in-
crease or decrease the temperature.
The set temperature value appears in the display (pos.
2
» Fig. 80 on page 82).
Switching between Celsius and Fahrenheit
›
Press and hold the 
and 
buttons simultaneously.
The information appears in the display in the desired temperature measuring unit
(pos.
3
» Fig. 80 on page 82).
The interior temperature can be set between +18 °C and +29 ℃. The interior tem-
perature is regulated automatically within this range.
If you select the temperature below +18 ℃, “LO” appears in the display.
If you select a temperature higher than +29 ℃, “HI” appears in the display.
In both limit positions the Climatronic operates at maximum cooling or heating
capacity, respectively. The temperature is not automatically regulated in this case.
CAUTION
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when getting
out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold.
recirculated air mode
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into
the vehicle, e.g. when driving through a tunnel or in a traffic jam. 
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Switching on/off›Press the symbol button .
The symbol  (pos. 7
» Fig. 80 on page 82) appears in the display.
›
Press the symbol button  again.
The  symbol in the display goes out.
WARNINGNever leave recirculated air mode switched on over a longer period of time, as
“stale air” can cause driver and passenger fatigue, reduce attention levels and
also cause the windows to mist up. Increased risk of accident. Switch off recir-
culated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
Note
If recirculated air mode is switched on for around 15 minutes, the  symbol will
begin to flash in the display as a sign that recirculated air mode has been switch-
ed on for a long time. If the recirculated air mode is not switched off, the symbol
flashes for around 5 minutes.
Controlling blower
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line with the
interior temperature. However, the blower level can be manually adjusted to suit
your particular needs.
›
Turn the control dial
10
» Fig. 80 on page 82 to the left or to the right to in-
crease or decrease the blower speed.
If the blower is switched off, the Climatronic system is switched off.
The set blower speed is shown by displaying the corresponding number of seg-
ments in icon
9
in the display.
WARNING■ “Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident
increases.■
Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.
■
Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.
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Defrosting windscreen
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 82.
Switching on/off
›
Press the symbol button 
» Fig. 80 on page 82.
The symbol 
(pos.
5
» Fig. 80 on page 82) appears in the display.
›
Press the symbol button 
again or press the 
button.
The 
symbol in the display goes out.
More air flows out of the air outlet vents 1 and 2 » Fig. 77 on page 76. The temper-
ature control is controlled automatically.
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84Using the system

Communication and multimedia
Universal telephone installation GSM II
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Introductory information
85
Phone Phonebook
86
Control telephone from the multifunction steering wheel - Version 1
86
Control telephone from the multifunction steering wheel - Version 2
87
Symbols in the display
88
Connecting the mobile phone to the hands-free system
88
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
89
ŠKODA permits the operation of mobile phones and two-way radio systems with
a professionally installed external aerial and a maximum transmission power of
up to 10 watts.
Please consult a ŠKODA Partner for information about the possibility of installing and operating mobile phones and two-way radio systems with a transmission power of more than 10 W.
Operating mobile phones or two-way radio systems may interfere with the func-
tionality of the electronic systems in your vehicle.
The reasons for this are as follows:
› no external aerial;
› external aerial incorrectly installed;
› transmission power greater than 10 watts.
WARNING■
Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
The national regulations for using a mobile phone in a vehicle must be ob-
served.
WARNING (Continued)■ 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,
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
airbag covers or within the immediate deployment range of the airbags.
■
Never leave a mobile phone on a seat, on the dash panel or in any area
where it can become a projectile during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an acci-
dent or a collision — risk of injury.
■
The Bluetooth ®
function must be switched off by a specialist company be-
fore the vehicle can be transported by air.
Note
■ We recommend that the installation of mobile phones and two-way radio sys-
tems in a vehicle be carried out by a specialist garage.■
Not all mobile phones that enable Bluetooth ®
communication are compatible
with the universal telephone preinstallation GSM II. You can ask a ŠKODA Partner
whether your telephone is compatible with the GSM II universal telephone fitting.
■
The range of the Bluetooth ®
connection to the hands-free system is restricted
to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles be- tween the devices and mutual interferences with other devices. If your mobilephone is in a jacket pocket, for example, this can lead to difficulties when estab-lishing a connection with the hands-free-system or transferring data.
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Introductory information
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 85.
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II (hands-free system) includes a
convenience mode for the mobile phone via voice control, the multifunction
steering wheel, the radio or navigation system.
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II comprises the following functions. › Phone Phonebook
» page 86.
› Convenience operation of the telephone via the multifunction steering
wheel » page 87 .
› Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
» page 89.
› Voice control of the telephone
» page 90.
› Music playback from the telephone or other multimedia units
» page 92.
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