2013 SKODA RAPID key

WARNING■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 33, the door opening lever and the
central locking buttons do not work.
Child safety lock
Fig. 15
Parental Control: Left rear door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 31.
The child safety lock prevents the corresponding rear door from being opened
from the inside. The door can only be opened from the outside.
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Switching on
›
Turn the slot of the safety lock in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 15 (mirror-
inverted on the right-hand door).
Switching off
›
Turn the slot of the safety lock in the opposite direction to the arrow » Fig. 15
(mirror-inverted on the right-hand door).
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Opening/closing a doorFig. 16
Door handle/door opening lever
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 31.
Opening from the outside
›
Unlock the vehicle and pull the door handle
A
» Fig. 16 on the door you wish to
open.
Opening from the inside
›
Pull on door opening lever
B
of the respective door and push the door away
from you.
Closing from the inside
›
Grasp pull handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■ Make sure that the door has closed correctly as it can open suddenly while
driving – risk of death!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the vehi-
cle is on an incline – risk of injury!
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35Unlocking and opening

Anti-theft alarm system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
36
Interior monitor and towing protection
36
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against vehicle break-ins. If an attempt is made to break into the vehicle, the system triggers au-
dible and visual warning signals (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
An alarm is triggered when the following monitored areas of the vehicle have afault.
› Bonnet.
› Boot lid.
› Doors.
› Ignition lock.
› Vehicle inclination
» page 36.
› Interior of car
» page 36.
› A drop in voltage of the on-board power supply.
› Socket of the factory-fitted towing device
» page 124, Driving with a trailer .
An alarm is immediately triggered if either of the two battery terminals is discon-
nected while the alarm system is activated.
The alarm is switched off by unlocking the vehicle or switching on the ignition.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, check that the doors and windows are closed in order
to ensure that the anti-theft alarm system is fully operational.
Note
The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years.
Activating/deactivating
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 36.
Activating
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked.
If the vehicle is unlocked and a door or the boot lid not opened within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe securing system
or anti-theft alarm system will be switched back on. This function is intended to
prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Deactivating
The alarm system is deactivated automatically after the vehicle is unlocked. If the vehicle is not opened within 30 seconds, the alarm system is automatically activa-ted again.
Note
If the vehicle is unlocked by inserting the key into the driver door, the key must
be inserted into the ignition lock and the ignition switched on within 15 seconds
of unlocking the door to deactivate the alarm system.
Interior monitor and towing protection
Fig. 17
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 36.
The interior monitor detects movements inside the car or the inclination of the vehicle, and then triggers the alarm. 
36Using the system

Opening/closingFig. 18
Boot lid handle/opening the boot lid
Fig. 19
Handle in the inner panelling of
the boot lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 37.
After unlocking, the boot lid can be opened with the button in the handle above
the number plate.
Opening
›
Press the button in handle
1
» Fig. 18 and lift the flap in the direction of the
arrow
2
.
Closing
›
Pull the lid down with handle
3
» Fig. 19 and close with a slight swing.
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Automatic locking
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 37.
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.
Delayed locking
If the boot lid was locked using the symbol button  on the remote control key,
it is possible to open the boot lid within a limited period of time after it has been
closed.
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked au- tomatically. Therefore, the vehicle must always be locked 
using the symbol but-
ton on the remote control.
Delayed locking can be deactivated by a specialist garage at any time.
Note
More detailed information about this is available from a ŠKODA Partner.
Electrical power windows
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing the windows
39
Force limit
40
The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is switched
on. 
38Using the system

The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol-
lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loadedWARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehicles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.■
An audible warning signal will sound if the light switch is in the  or  posi-
tion, the ignition key is removed and the driver's door is opened. The audible warning signal is switched off after a few seconds or as a result of door contact
when the driver's door is closed. However, the side lights remain on to illuminate the parked vehicle if necessary.
■
If leaving the vehicle without needing the parking lights on, always turn the
light switch to position .

Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 41.
The daytime running lights function provides the lighting of the front of the vehi-
cle.
Switching on daytime running lights
›
Turn the light switch » Fig. 21 on page 41 to position 
.
Deactivating the daylight driving lights function
›
Deactivate the daylight driving lights by removing the fuse for the daylight driv-
ing lights » page 197 , Fuses in the dash panel .
Activating the daylight driving lights function›Activate the daylight driving lights by inserting the fuse with the appropriate
amperage for the daylight driving lights » page 197, Fuses in the dash panel .
Deactivating daytime running lights on vehicles with the START-STOP system›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turn signal lever » Fig. 22 on page 43 towards the steering wheel
while simultaneously pushing it downwards, and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition – wait until the left-turn signal light flashes 4x.
›
Switch off the ignition – an audible signal sounds which confirms the deactiva- tion of the daytime running lights.
›
Release the turn signal lever.
Activating daytime running lights on vehicles with the START-STOP system
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turn signal lever » Fig. 22 on page 43 towards the steering wheel
while simultaneously pushing it upwards, and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition – wait until the right-turn signal light flashes 4x.
›
Switch off the ignition – an audible signal sounds which confirms the activation
of the daytime running lights.
›
Release the turn signal lever.
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi- tions are met:
The ignition is switched on.
The daylight driving lights function is activated.
The light switch » Fig. 21 on page 41 is in position 
.
Note
When the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at the
front nor the rear) and the number plate lights are not lit.42Using the system

Parking lightFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 41.
Parking light  switching on
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Place the control lever into position
A
or
B
as far as it can go » Fig. 22 on
page 43 - the parking light on the right/left-hand side of the vehicle is switched
on.
Switching on the side light on both sides 
›
Turn the light switch
A
to position  » Fig. 21 on page 41 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.■
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the symbol  in the light switch also
lights up when the two-sided parking light is switched on.
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Interior lighting
Front interior lighting – version 1
Fig. 25
Front interior lighting – version 1
Slide switch positions
A
» Fig. 25 .
switching on
switching off (middle position)
Control with the door contact switch
Switch for reading light B » Fig. 25
Switch the reading light on/off
If light operation with the door contact switch is enabled, the light will come on
when one of the following events occurs:
› The vehicle is unlocked.
› One of the doors is opened.
› The ignition key is removed.
If light operation with the door contact switch is enabled, the light will go off
when one of the following events occurs:
› The vehicle is locked.
› The ignition is switched on.
› About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Note
If the interior light remains switched on when the ignition is switched off or if one
of the doors is open, the light will automatically go out after around 10 minutes.
Interior lighting – version 2
Fig. 26
Interior lighting – version 2
Slide switch positions » Fig. 26 .
switching on
switching off
control using the door contact switch (middle position)
The same principles apply for interior lighting version 2 as for » page 45, Front in-
terior lighting – version 1 .
45Lights and visibility

Cigarette lighterFig. 48
Cigarette lighter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 56.
The cigarette lighter is located in the front centre console » Fig. 48.
Using the system
›
Press in the button of the cigarette lighter.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
WARNING■ Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can cause burns.■The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or the
ignition key withdrawn. Therefore never leave children unattended in the ve-
hicle.
Note
■ The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12Volt socket for electrical ap-
pliances » page 60 , 12-volt power outlet .■
Further information » page 149, Service work, adjustments and technical alter-
ations .
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AshtrayFig. 49
Ashtrays: front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 56.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing
›
Pull the ashtray » Fig. 49 out and upwards.
Installing
›
Insert the ashtray vertically.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
CAUTION
When removing, do not hold the ashtray at the cover – risk of breakage.
59Seats and useful equipment

12-volt power outletFig. 50
12-Volt power socket
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 56.
The 12-volt power socket is located in the front centre console » Fig. 50.
Using the power socket
›
Remove the power socket cover or the cigarette lighter.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12-volt power sockets and any connected appliances can also be operated when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the 12-volt power socket and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The 12-volt power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical
accessories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-
trical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of
the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the 12-volt power socket.

■ Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in
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
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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Waste container
Fig. 51
Waste container / open waste container
Fig. 52
Replace bags
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 56.
The waste container can be inserted into the slots in the doors » page 57.
Insert waste container
›
Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot. 
60Using the 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 re-established for 3 minutes in one of the following ways.
› By turning the ignition off and on.
› By turning voice control off and on.
› In the MAXI DOT display under 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 1)
. Check on your mobile phone if the automatic
connection has been established.
Disconnecting the connection
The connection to a connected mobile phone can be ended in the following ways. › By withdrawing the ignition key.
› By disconnecting the hands-free system in the mobile phone.
› By disconnecting from the user in the MAXI DOT display under the menu item
Bluetooth - User .
Solving connection problems
If the hands-free system reports No paired phone found, check the operating
status 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?
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 85.
The following menu items can be selected from the Phone menu.
› Telephone book
› Dial number 2)
› Call lists
› Voice mailbox
› Bluetooth 2)
› Settings 3)
› Back
Telephone book
The Phone book menu item lists the contacts downloaded from the telephone
memory and the mobile phone SIM card.
Dial number
Any telephone number can be entered in the Dial number menu item. The re-
quired numbers must be selected one after the other using adjustment wheel
and confirmed by pressing the adjustment wheel. You can select digits 0-9, sym-
bols 
, 
, # and the Cancel, Call and Delete functions.
Call lists
The following menu items can be selected in the Call list menu item.
■ Missed calls
■ Dialled numbers
■ Received calls
Voice mailbox
In the Voice mailbox menu item, you can set the number of the voice mailbox 2)
and then dial the number. 

1)
Some mobile phones have a menu, in which the authorisation for establishing a Bluetooth®
connec-
tion is completed by inputting a PIN number. If the authorisation input is required, it must always be
performed when re-establishing the Bluetooth connection.
2)
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 .
3)
This function is not available in vehicles fitted with the Amundsen+ navigation system.
89Communication and multimedia