2013 SKODA RAPID fold seats

Front armrestFig. 39
Adjusting armrest
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
Setting the height
›
Lift the armrest fully upwards in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 39 and then
move it back down completely.
›
Move the armrest into one of the 5 locking positions.
The armrest includes a storage compartment » page 62.
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Rear armrest
Fig. 40
Fold the armrest forwardFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
Folding forward
›
Pull on the loop
A
» Fig. 40 and fold the armrest forward in the direction of the
arrow.
A cup holder may be located in the armrest » page 58.
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Rear seat backrests
Fig. 41
Opening for inserting the belt tongue: Rapid / Rapid Space Back /
Fold back seat rest forward
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 54.
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backrests
forward. The seat backrests can be folded forward individually on vehicles with
divided rear seats.
Folding forward
Before folding the rear seats forwards, adapt the position of the front seats in
such a way that they are not damaged by the folded rear seat backrests 1)
.
›
Put the belt tongue into the opening
A
» Fig. 41 on the corresponding side of
the vehicle – safety position.
›
Press the locking button
B
and completely fold the back seat rest forward in
the direction of the arrow. 
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
1)
If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head restraints removed
before the seat backrests are folded forward. Store the removed head restraints in such a way that
they are not be damaged or soiled.
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Folding backwards›If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest til-ted slightly forwards.›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the locking but-
ton
B
clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pin
C
is hidden.
WARNING■
The belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after folding
back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects in
the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on sud- den braking – risk of injury.
■
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are properly engaged. Only then can the
seat belt for the middle seat reliably fulfil its function.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backrests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the folded back
seat backrests.
Practical equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
56
Storage compartments in the doors
57
Holder for reflective vest
57
Storage compartments in centre console
58
Cup holders
58
Cigarette lighter
59
Ashtray
59
12-volt power outlet
60
Waste container
60
Multimedia holder
61
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
62Glasses storage box62Storage compartment on the passenger side63
Clothes hook
63
Storage pockets on the front seats
64
Meshed pockets on the front seat backrests
64WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident.■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or accelerator pedal –
risk of accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the drinks
holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking
or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
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Car park ticket holder
Fig. 42
Parking ticket holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 56.
The note holder is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets. 
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Storage compartment on the passenger sideFig. 56
Open tray / control air supply
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 56.
Opening
›
Pull the lid handle in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 56 - 
and fold down the
lid.
Closing
›
Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
Air supply
›
Turn the control dial » Fig. 56 - 
anti-clockwise to open the air supply.
›
Turn the control dial clockwise to close the air supply.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
Opening the air inlet when the air conditioning system is on causes fresh or inte-rior air to flow into the storage compartment.
We recommend closing the air supply if it is operated in heating mode or the cool- ing system for the storage compartment is not being used.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety rea-
sons.Note■ A 1 litre bottle (max. capacity) can be stored in the storage compartment on the
front passenger's side.■
When the storage compartment is opened, a light lights up.
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Clothes hook
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 56.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle pillar and on the handle of the head-
liner above each of the rear doors.
WARNING■ Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks. Never leave any heavy or
sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of clothing.■
Do not use clothes hangers for hanging up items of clothing; this may re-
duce the effectiveness of the head airbags.
■
Ensure that any clothes hanging from the hooks do not impair your vision to
the rear.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
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In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic en-
ergy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the ve-
hicle is travelling and the weight of the object.
Example: In the event of a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, an object with a
weight of 4.5 kg produces an energy, which corresponds to 20 times its own
weight. This means that it results in a weight of approx. 90 kg “ ”.
Luggage compartment light
The light comes on automatically when the boot lid is opened. If the lid remains open for more than 10 minutes, the boot light switches off automatically.WARNING■ Store the objects in the boot and attach them to the lashing eyes.■Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.■
Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
■
Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling properties
of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of acci-
dent! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with un-
suitable or damaged lashing straps, injuries can occur in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents. To prevent items of luggage from moving around,
always use suitable lashing straps that are firmly attached to the lashing eyes.
■
The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of injury!
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats » page 128, Correct seated position for
the passengers in the rear seats .
■
If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that the
seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid open or unlatched, other-
wise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTIONPlease ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not dam-
aged as a result of abrasive objects.
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 176, Service life of tyres .
Class N1 vehicles
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 64.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1-4) must be used for fastening the load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle opera- tion. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged dur-ing the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and unloa-
ded.
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Fastening elements
Fig. 59
Lashing eyes and fastening ele-
ments
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 64.
The following fastening elements are located in the boot » Fig. 59.
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets.
Fastening element and eyelet only for fastening fixing nets » page 66.
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CAUTION■When removing or inserting the variable loading floor, the maximum distance of
15 cm B » Fig. 73 underneath the boot cover must be adhered to - risk of damag-
ing the boot lid seal.■
When inserting the variable loading floor into the vehicle, the luggage compart-
ment cover must not be in the “parking position” » page 68.
Note
After removing the variable cargo floor, place it down in such a way that it cannot
be damaged or soiled.
Folding up/down
Fig. 74
Fold up/fold down variable loading floor
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 70.
The variable loading floor can be folded up in both positions (upper and lower).
Folding up
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 74 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow
1
until the folding
corners
B
lock into place in area
C
.
Folding down
›
Grasp the variable loading floor in the middle or at handle
A
.
›
Unlock the variable loading floor by pulling it in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 74 .
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“Parking position”Fig. 75
Set parking position / fold down from the parking position
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 70.
The variable loading floor can only be in set to the “parking position” when it is in the lower position » page 72 and the luggage compartment cover has been taken
out » page 67 .
Folding up
›
Remove the luggage compartment cover from the vehicle » page 67.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 75 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow
1
until the folding
corners
B
lock into place in area
C
.
Folding down
›
Push the folding corners
B
» Fig. 75 on both sides of the variable loading floor
in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove these from positions
C
.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor in the middle or at handle
A
.
›
Fold down the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
3
.
WARNINGThe variable loading floor in the “parking position” restricts the driver's view
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Power outlet12 V60
Power steering97
Indicator light17
Practical features56
Meshed pockets on the front seat backrests64
Storage compartment in centre console58
Storage compartment on the passenger side63
Storage pockets on the front seats64
Waste container60
R
Radiator fan
165
Raise vehicle186
Rear fog light44
Indicator light18
Rear interior light46
Rear mirror49
Exterior mirror50
Interior mirror50
recirculated air mode Climatronic
83
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning
81
Refuelling160
Fuel160
Remote control Locking
33
Replacing the battery193
Synchronisation process194
Unlocking33
Remote control key Replacing the battery
193
Repairs and technical alterations149
Replacing Bulb for main beam, daytime running lights andparking light
202
Bulb for the fog light203
Bulb for the licence plate light203
Bulb in rear light (Rapid Spaceback)206
Bulb in rear light (Rapid)204
Bulbs200
Fuses197
Fuses in the dash panel197
Fuses in the engine compartment199
Low beam bulb201
Vehicle battery174
Windscreen wiper blades195
Wiper blades196
Replenishing Coolant
170
Engine oil168
Windscreen washer fluid165
Revolution counter11
Roof luggage rack Attachment points
74
Roof rack system74
Roof load75
Running-in The first 1500 km
104
Running in Brake pads
105
Engine104
Tyres105
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
33
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
33
Safe securing system33
Safety126
Child safety142
Child safety seats142
Correct seated position127
Head restraints53
ISOFIX145
TOP TETHER146
Saving electrical energy105
Seals Taking care of your vehicle155
Seat Adjusting
53
Seat belt warning light
15
Seat belts130
Belt tensioners133
Cleaning159
fastening and unfastening132
Height adjustment133
Inertia reels133
The physical principle of a frontal collision131
Seat features54
Seats folding forward
55
Front armrest55
Head restraints53
Heating54
Rear armrest55
Seats and useful equipment52
Adjusting the seats52
see automatic gearbox Manual shifting of gears on the multifunction
steering wheel
103
Selector lever see Using the selector lever
102
Selector lever lock Indicator light
21
Service150
Service interval display28
Service intervals147
Setting Lower position of the variable loading floor
72
Upper position of the variable loading floor71
Setting the clock Clock
13
Shelves56
Shifting gears Driving and saving energy
106
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