2013 SKODA RAPID engine coolant

Table of Contents
Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars5
Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended
warranty
6
Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
9
Overview
8
Instruments and Indicator Lights
10
Instrument cluster
10
Indicator lights
14
Information system
22
Driver information system
22
Multifunction display (MFD)
25
MAXI DOT display
27
Service interval display
28
Unlocking and opening
31
Unlocking and locking
31
Anti-theft alarm system
36
Luggage compartment lid
37
Electrical power windows
38
Lights and visibility
41
Lights
41
Interior lighting
45
Visibility
46
Windscreen wipers and washers
48
Rear mirror
49Seats and useful equipment52Adjusting the seats52
Seat features
54
Practical equipment
56
Luggage compartment
64
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Rapid Spaceback)
70
Roof rack system
74
Heating and air-conditioning
76
Heating, ventilation, cooling
76
Heating
77
Air conditioning system (manual air conditioning system)
79
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning
system)
82
Communication and multimedia
85
Universal telephone installation GSM II
85
Voice control
90
Multimedia
92
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
96
Steering
96
Starting and stopping the engine
97
Brakes
99
Manual gear changing and pedals
101
Automatic transmission
101
Running in
104
Economical driving and environmental
sustainability
105
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
109
Driving abroad
110
Assist systems
111
Brake assist systems
111
Parking aid
113Cruise Control System114START-STOP116
Towing a trailer
119
Towing device
119
Trailer
123
Safety
Passive Safety
126
General information
126
Correct seated position
127
Seat belts
130
Using seat belts
130
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
133
Airbag system
135
Description of the airbag system
135
Airbag overview
136
Deactivating airbags
139
Transporting children safely
142
Child seat
142
Fastening systems
145
General Maintenance
Vehicle care
147
Service intervals
147
Service work, adjustments and technical alterations
149
Washing your car
152
Taking care of your vehicle exterior
153
Taking care of the interior
157
Inspecting and replenishing
160
Fuel
160
Engine compartment
162
Engine oil
166
Coolant
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Button for:
› Reset daily trip counter
» page 12
› Set hours/minutes
› enable / disable the mode selected by means of the 5
key
Fuel gauge 1)
» page 12

Revolution counter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 10.
The red scale of the revolution counter
1
» Fig. 2 on page 10 indicates the range
in which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system automatically
restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolution
counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or too
low » page 24 .

Display
Fig. 3
Display types
67First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 10.
The instrument cluster can have one of the following types of display » Fig. 3.
Segment display
MAXI DOT display.

Speedometer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h 2)
.
The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below 120
km/h.

Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 4
Coolant temperature gauge
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 10.
The coolant temperature gauge » Fig. 4 only operates when the ignition is
switched on.
In vehicles with a segment display, the coolant temperature is indicated only by
the lighting up or going out of one of the warning lights » page 16,

 Coolant
.


1)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
2)
This function only applies to certain countries.
11Instruments and Indicator Lights

Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and
high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves into the mid-range of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or heavy en- gine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too high. Further information » page 16,   Coolant .
CAUTION
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet im-
pair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
Fuel gauge
Fig. 5
Fuel gauge
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 10.
The instrument cluster can have one of the following types of fuel gauge » Fig. 5.
Instrument cluster with the MAXI DOT display
Instrument cluster with the segment display
The fuel gauge only works if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres. The warning light lights up when the amount of fuel reaches the reserve zone  » page 19 .
The reserve zone is indicated by the red area of the scale » Fig. 5 -  or by display-
ing only the last two segments of the scale » Fig. 5 -  in the magnifying glass.
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine
and the exhaust system.
Note
■ After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves,
braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates ap-
prox. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the fuel gauge displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault.■
The arrow  next to the icon  within the fuel gauge displays the installation
location of the fuel filler on the right-hand side of the vehicle.

Counter for distance driven
Fig. 6
Segment display / MAXI DOT dis-
play
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 10.
Daily trip counter (trip)
The daily trip counter
A
» Fig. 6 indicates the distance driven since the counter
was last reset - in intervals of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.
Reset daily trip counter
›
Press and hold the
6
» Fig. 2 on page 10 button. 
12Using the system

 do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until
the  icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as
soon as the symbol disappears.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
Note
■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 22, Using the information
system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver.

Indicator lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
14
 Brake system
15
 Seat belt warning light
15
 Generator
15

Open door
15


Engine Oil
16
 
Coolant
16
 Power steering
17
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
17
 Traction Control System (ASR)
17

Antilock brake system (ABS)
18
 Rear fog light
18
 Bulb failure
18 Exhaust inspection system18 Glow plug system (diesel engine)18
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
19
 Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
19

Fuel reserve
19
 Airbag system
20
 Tyre inflation pressure
20
 Windscreen washer fluid level
20
  Turn signal system
20
 Fog lights
21
 Cruise control system
21

Selector lever lock
21
 Main beam
21
The indicator lights show the current status of certain functions/faults and may
be accompanied by audible signals.
WARNING■ Ignoring illuminated indicator lights and related messages or instructions in
the instrument cluster display may lead to serious personal injury or damage
to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning notes must be followed at all times when working in the engine com-
partment » page 162 , Engine compartment .

 Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light 
comes on if the handbrake is applied.
An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h for at least 3
seconds while the handbrake is applied. 
14Using the system

WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

  Engine Oil
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 14.
The warning light 
lights up red (low oil pressure)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Oil pressure: Log book!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 167 .
Even if the oil level is correct, 
do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The warning light 
lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Check oil level!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 167 .
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds.
If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
The warning light 
flashes yellow (engine oil level sensor faulty)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Oil sensor: Workshop!
If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the warning light flashes  several times
and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

  Coolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
lights up until the engine reaches operating temperature 1)
.
Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high engine loads.
If the warning light 
lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK Log book!
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and check the coolant level
» page 169.
› If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir
» page 170.
› If the indicator light

disappears after adding coolant and switching on the ig-
nition, you may continue your journey.
› If the coolant level is within the specified range, but the indicator light

is still
illuminated, check the fuse for the radiator fan and replace it if necessa-
ry » page 199 , Fuses in the engine compartment .
› If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the indicator light

is still illu-
minated, 
do not continue your journey!
› Seek assistance from a specialist garage.

1)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
16Using the system

WARNING■If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 44 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling
system is pressurized – risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine
to cool down before removing the cap.
■
Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off.

 Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light 
lights up, there is a fault in the power steering system.
The power steering operates with reduced steering assist or does not function at
all.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light flashes 
to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light 
comes on immediately after you start the engine, the ESC
might be switched off due to technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on
again. If the indicator light 
does not light up after you switch the engine back
on, the ESR is fully functional again.
If the warning light lights up 
there is a fault in the ESC system.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
or Error: Traction control (ASR)
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 111, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
 comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not go out
after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the system.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
 Traction Control System (ASR)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light flashes  to show that the ASR is currently operating.
If the warning light  comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ASR
can be switched off for technical reasons. Switch the ignition off and on again. If
the warning light  does not light up after you switch the engine back on, the
ASR is fully functional again.
If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the ASR.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Traction control (ASR)
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 112, Traction Control System (TCS) .
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not go
out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
17Instruments and Indicator Lights

Heating and air-conditioning
Heating, ventilation, cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlets
76
Using the cooling system economically
77
Operational problems
77
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling ef-
fect.
Please refer to the information regarding recirculated air mode for the air-condi-
tioning system » page 81 or for Climatronic » page 83.
WARNINGFor your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the windows
are free of ice, snow and misting. Please familiarize yourself about how to cor-
rectly operate the heating and ventilation systems, how to demist and defrost
the windows, as well as with the cooling mode.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free from ice, snow or leaves,
for example, to ensure that the heating and cooling system works properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air con-
ditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a leak!
Note■ The used air escapes through the vents at the back of the boot.■We recommend that you do not smoke in the vehicle when the recirculating air
mode is operating since the smoke which is drawn at the evaporator from the in-
terior of the vehicle forms deposits in the evaporator of the air conditioning sys- tem. This produces a permanent odour when the air conditioning system is oper-ating which can only be eliminated through considerable effort and expense (re-
placement of compressor).

Air outlets
Fig. 77
Air outlet vents
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 76.
Warmed, unwarmed or cooled air flows out of the air outlet vents depending on
the regulator position for the heating or the air-conditioning system and the at-
mospheric conditions.
On air outlet vents 3 and 4 » Fig. 77 , the direction of air flow can be changed and
the vents can also be opened or closed individually and the amount of airflow ad-
justed.
Set the air flow direction
›
To adjust the height of the air flow, turn the horizontal fins upward or down- ward using the movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 77 . 
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›To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the mov-
able adjuster A to the left or to the right.
Setting the amount of airflow›
Turn knob
B
» Fig. 77 upwards all the way to the stop to fully open the air out-
let.
›
Turn knob
B
downwards all the way to the stop, to close the air outlet.
The knob can be adjusted to any position in between.
An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air out- let.
Setting the direction of the air outletActive air outlet vents1, 2, 41, 2, 4, 54, 53, 4
Note
Do not cover the air outlet vents with objects of any kind.
Using the cooling system economically
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 76.
The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in cooling mode, which will affect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the inte-rior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order to al- low the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environmentPollutant emissions are also lower when fuel is being saved » page 105, Econom-
ical driving and environmental sustainability .
Operational problems
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 76.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5 °C,
there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 197 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the
coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 11.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.

Heating
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Control elements
78
Adjusting
78
Recirculated air mode
79
77Heating and air-conditioning