2013 SKODA RAPID roof

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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Rear interior light
Applies to vehicles without the panoramic roof.Fig. 27
Rear interior lighting
The rear interior lighting is operated together with the front interior lighting 1)
.
›
When the front interior lighting is switched on, the rear interior lighting also
turns on automatically.
›
When the front interior lighting is switched off, the rear interior lighting can be
turned on/off as required.
Switching on/off
›
Press the » Fig. 27 button.

Rear interior light
Applies to vehicles with a panorama roof.Fig. 28
Rear interior lighting
The light can be operated by moving the lens into one of the following posi- tions » Fig. 28 .
switching on
switching off
Operation using the door contact switch (middle position) 2)
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Visibility

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Rear window heater
47
Sun visors
47
sunshade (Rapid Spaceback)
481)
This function only applies to certain countries. In some countries, the light at the rear is controlled
independently from the light at the front.
2)
In this position, the same rules apply to this light as for the front interior light » page 45, Front interi-
or lighting – version 1 .
46Using the system

sunshade (Rapid Spaceback)Fig. 31
Sun screen
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 46.
The interior can be lit through the panoramic roof tinted glass (hereinafter onlyreferred to as sun roof). The panorama roof can be exposed or covered over with
the sun screen » Fig. 31. In order to close the panorama roof completely, the sun
screen must be pushed into its end position.
Please pay attention to the following points if you wish to transport luggage or
other items on the roof of your vehicle » page 74,
in section Introduction .
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Windscreen wipers and washers

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating the windscreen wipers and washers
49
Headlight cleaning system
49
The windshield wipers and the windshield washer system only operate if the igni-
tion is switched on.
The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on when reverse gear is selected.
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 165.
WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 195.■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the
windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be- tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.
■
Carefully detach frozen wiper blades from the front or rear window.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
blades would move back into their rest position and while doing so damage the
paintwork of the bonnet.
Note
■ Keep the wiper blades clean. They may become soiled, e.g., with wax residues
after washing in automatic car wash systems » page 153.■
The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en-
gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10 °C.
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48Using the system

CAUTION■The variable loading floor can only be set to the “parking position” when in the
lower position.■
If the variable loading floor is in the “parking position”, the “parking position” on
the luggage compartment cover cannot be set » page 68.
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Roof rack system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points
74
Roof load
75WARNING■ The transported items on the roof rack must be securely attached – risk of
accident!■
Always secure the load with appropriate and undamaged lashing straps or
tensioning straps.
■
Distribute the load evenly over the roof rack system.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must there-
fore be adapted to the current circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total vehi-
cle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstance – risk of accident!
CAUTION
■ Only use roof rack systems approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s.■When dealing with roof rack systems, the installation instructions supplied with
the roof luggage rack system must be observed.■
On models fitted with a power sliding/tilting roof, ensure that the extended
sliding/tilting roof does not hit any items of luggage transported on the roof.
■
Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.
■ The height of the vehicle changes after mounting a roof luggage rack system
and the load that is secured to it. Compare the vehicle height with available clear- ances, such as underpasses and garage doors.■
Always remove the roof luggage rack system before entering an automated car
wash.
■
Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the secured load.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Attachment points
Fig. 76
Attachment points for roof bars
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 74.
Installation position of the attachment points for roof bars » Fig. 76:
Rear attachment points
Front attachment points
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the enclosed
instructions.
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Roof loadFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 74.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 75 kg and the
maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be loa-
ded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
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75Seats and useful equipment

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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Bluetooth
The following menu items can be selected from the Bluetooth menu item.
■ User - Overview of the stored telephones
■ New user - Search for new mobile phones that are in the reception range
■ Visibility - Switches on the visibility of the hands-free system for other devices
■ Media player - Playback via Bluetooth ®
■ Active device - Connected device
■ Paired devices - List of paired devices
■ Search - Device search
■ Phone name - option to change the name of the phone (default SKODA_BT)
Settings
The following menu items can be selected from the Settings menu item.
■ Telephone book - Phonebook
■ Update - Update the phone book 1)
■ List - Arrange the entries in the phone book
■ Surname - Arrange according to surname
■ First name - Arrange according to first name
■ Ring tone - Ring tone setting
Back
Return in the Start menu of the telephone.
Voice control
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Dialogue – version 1
90
Dialogue – version 2
91
Voice commands
92
Dialogue – version 1Fig. 83
Multifunction steering wheel: Voice control
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 90.
The period of time during which the system is ready to receive voice commands and to carry them out is called "dialogue". The system gives audible feedback and
guides you through the relevant functions if necessary.
Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on several factors.
› Speak at a normal volume without intonation or excessive pauses.
› Avoid poor pronunciation.
› Close the doors, windows and sliding roof in order to reduce or eliminate dis-
turbing noise from outside.
› It is recommended to speak louder at higher speeds, so that your voice is louder
than the increased surrounding noise.
› During the dialogue, limit background noise in the vehicle, e.g. passengers talk-
ing at the same time.
› Do not speak when the system is making an announcement.
The microphone for voice control is housed in the moulded headliner and directed
towards the driver and front passenger. Therefore, the driver and the front pas-
senger can operate the equipment. 

1)
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 .
90Using the system

Entering a phone number
The telephone number can be entered as a continuous sequence of numbers spo-
ken one after the other (the whole number at once) or in the form of digit blocks
(separated by short pauses). After each string of digits (separated by a brief pause
in speaking), all of the digits detected up to now are repeated by the system.
The digits 0-9 and symbols +, , # are permitted. The system does not recognize
any combination of connected numbers, e.g. "twenty-three".
Switching on voice control
Briefly press the button 1
» Fig. 83 on the multifunction steering wheel.
Switching off voice control
If the system is currently playing a message, the message that is currently being
played must be terminated by briefly pressing button
1
» Fig. 83 on the multi-
function steering wheel.
If the system is expecting a voice command, you can end the dialogue yourself:
› with the
CANCEL voice command;
› by briefly pressing the button
1

» Fig. 83 on the multifunction steering wheel.
Note
■
The dialogue is immediately terminated in the event of an incoming call.■The voice control is only possible in vehicles fitted with a multifunction steering
wheel with telephone control.

Dialogue – version 2
Fig. 84
Multifunction steering wheel:
Voice control
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 90.
The period of time during which the system is ready to receive voice commands and to carry them out is called "dialogue". The system gives audible feedback and
guides you through the relevant functions if necessary.
Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on several factors. › Speak at a normal volume without intonation or excessive pauses.
› Avoid poor pronunciation.
› Close the doors, windows and sliding roof in order to reduce or eliminate dis-
turbing noise from outside.
› It is recommended to speak louder at higher speeds, so that your voice is louder
than the increased surrounding noise.
› During the dialogue, limit background noise in the vehicle, e.g. passengers talk-
ing at the same time.
› Do not speak when the system is making an announcement.
The microphone for voice control is housed in the moulded headliner and directed towards the driver and front passenger. Therefore, the driver and the front pas-
senger can operate the equipment.
Entering a phone number
The telephone number can be entered as a continuous sequence of numbers spo-
ken one after the other (the whole number at once) or in the form of digit blocks
(separated by short pauses). After each string of digits (separated by a brief pause
in speaking), all of the digits detected up to now are repeated by the system.
The digits 0-9 and symbols +, 
, # are permitted. The system does not recognize
any combination of connected numbers, e.g. "twenty-three".
Switching on voice control
Briefly press the button
1
» Fig. 84 on the multifunction steering wheel.
Switching off voice control
If the system is currently playing a message, the message that is currently being
played must be terminated by briefly pressing button
1
» Fig. 84 on the multi-
function steering wheel.
If the system is expecting a voice command, you can end the dialogue yourself:
› with the
CANCEL voice command;
› by briefly pressing the button
1

» Fig. 84 on the multifunction steering wheel. 
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91Communication and multimedia