2013 SKODA RAPID traction control

AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAGAutomatic gearboxTCSTraction controlCO2 in g/kmdischarged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-
meterDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeESCElectronic Stability ControlEUEuropean UnionGSMGroupe Spécial Mobile - a digital network of mobile devices for the transmission of voice and dataHBAHydraulic brake assistHFPHands-free profile - connection of a mobile device by means of
its Bluetooth ®
profileHHCUphill start assistkWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMDIMobile Device Interface - connecting an external device via
the AUX or USB inputMFDMultifunction displayMGManual gearboxMPIGasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injectionN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINPersonal Identification Number - personal identification num-
ber for the connection of electronic devices using Bluetooth ®AbbreviationDefinitionTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection
systemTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection
7Abbreviations

 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

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

All communication between a mobile phone and your vehicle's hands-free systemis established with the help of Bluetooth ®
technology.
Phone Phonebook
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 85.
A phone phonebook is part of the hands-free system. This phone phonebook can
be used depending on the type of mobile phone.
After the first connection of the telephone, the system begins to load the phonebook from the phone and the SIM card into the memory of the control unit.
Each time the telephone has established a new connection with the hands-free
system, an update of the relevant phone book is performed. The updating can
take a few minutes. During this time the phone book, which was stored after the last update was completed, is available. Newly stored telephone numbers are on-ly shown after the updating has ended.
The update is interrupted if a telephone event (e.g. incoming or outgoing call,
voice control dialogue) occurs during the updating procedure. After the telephone
event has ended, the updating starts anew.
The internal phonebook provides 2 500 free memory locations. Each contact can contain up to 4 numbers.
If the number of contacts loaded exceeds 2 500, the phone book is not complete.
Control telephone from the multifunction steering wheel - Version 1
Fig. 81
Multifunction steering wheel: Control buttons for the telephone
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 85.
To minimize driver distraction when operating the telephone, the basic tele- phone's functions can be set by simply operating the buttons located on the
steering wheel » Fig. 81.
This applies only if your vehicle has been equipped with the universal telephone
installation at the factory.
The buttons control the functions for the operating mode of the current tele- phone.
If the side lights are switched on, the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel are illuminated.Button/adjust- ment
wheel » Fig. 81ActionOperation
1Press brieflyMUTE )1Turn upwardsIncrease the volume 86Using the system

Button/adjust-ment
wheel » Fig. 81ActionOperation
1Turn downwardsReduce the volume2Press brieflyAccept a call/end a call
Display of the basic Phone menu → a)
Main Phone menu → List of dialled numbers → Call selected contact2Press and hold buttonReject the incoming call3Turn up/downPrevious / next menu item3Press brieflyConfirm selected menu item3Press and hold buttonContinuously display first letter of the phone book3Quickly turn upwardsTo the previous initial letter in the telephone book3Quickly turn downwardsTo the next initial letter in the telephone book4Press brieflyReturn to a previous level in the menu4Press and hold buttonExit telephone menua)
The symbol The → symbol means briefly press button again.

Control telephone from the multifunction steering wheel - Version 2
Fig. 82
Multifunction steering wheel:
Control buttons for the tele-
phone
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 85.
To minimize driver distraction when operating the telephone, the basic tele- phone's functions can be set by simply operating the buttons located on the
steering wheel » Fig. 82.
This applies only if your vehicle has been equipped with the universal telephone preinstallation (hands-free system) at the factory.
If the parking light is switched on, the buttons and symbols are also switched on and  illuminated on the multifunction steering wheel.

Button/adjust-
ment
wheel » Fig. 82ActionOperation
1Press brieflyAccept call, terminate call, entry in the main menu of the telephone, list of selected numbers1Press and hold buttonReject call, last number dialled a)
, switch voice control on/off b)2Press brieflySwitch on/off voice control
87Communication and multimedia

Assist systems
Brake assist systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
111
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
112
Traction Control System (TCS)
112
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
112
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
112
Hill Hold Control (HHC)
112WARNING■ A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to shut
down. The brake assist systems would then fail to function – risk of accident!■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road and
traffic conditions. The increased safety provided by the brake assist systems
must not tempt you to take safety risks – risk of accident!
■
In the event of an ABS fault, visit a specialist garage immediately. Adjust
your style of driving according to the damage to the ABS, as you will not know
the exact extent of the damage or the extent to which this is limiting the
braking efficiency.
CAUTION
■ All four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres approved by the manufactur-
er to ensure the brake assist systems operate correctly.■
Changes to the vehicle (e.g. to the engine, brakes, chassis) can influence the
functionality of the brake assist systems » page 149.
■
If a fault occurs in the ABS system, the ESC, ASR and EDL will also not work. An
ABS fault is indicated by the warning light  » page 18 .

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Fig. 100
ESC system: TCS button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 111.
The ESC system helps improve control of the vehicle in situations where it is be-
ing operated at its dynamic limits, such as a sudden change to the direction of
travel. Depending on the conditions of the road surface, the risk of skidding is re-
duced, thereby improving the vehicle's driving stability .
The ESC system is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.The direction which the driver wishes to take is determined based on the steering angle and the speed of the vehicle and is constantly compared with the actualbehaviour of the vehicle. In the event of deviations, such as the car beginning to
skid, the ESC system will automatically brake the appropriate wheel.
During an intervention of the system, the warning light 
flashes in the instru-
ment cluster.
The following systems are integrated into the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
› Antilock Brake System (ABS)
» page 112.
› Traction control (ASR)
» page 112.
› Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
» page 112.
› Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
» page 112.
› Hill Hold Control (HHC)
» page 112.
The ESC system cannot be deactivated. The 
» Fig. 100 symbol button can only
be used to deactivate the ASR.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the ASR is deactiva-
ted. 
111Assist systems

The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
› When driving with snow chains.
› When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
› When “rocking a car free” when it has become stuck.
Ensure the TCS is activated again afterwards.
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 111.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to main-
tain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of the
brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pressure
on the brake pedal.

Traction Control System (TCS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 111.
If the wheels are slipping, the TCS adapts the engine speed to the conditions of
the road surface. The TCS makes it much easier to start off, accelerate and climb
steep hills even if the conditions of the road surface are unfavourable.
The TCS function is activated automatically each time the ignition is switched on.
If your vehicle is fitted with the ESC system, the ASR is integrated into the ESC
system » page 111 .
During an intervention of the system, the TCS warning light 1)
flashes in the in-
strument cluster.

Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 111.
If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel and transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability of the
vehicle and a quick journey.
The EDL switches off automatically in order to avoid excessive heat generation
on the brake of the wheel being braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven
and has the same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The EDL
switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled down.

Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 111.
The HBA increases the braking effect and helps to reduce the braking distance.
The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal. In order to
achieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be applied
firmly until the vehicle has come to a standstill.
The HBA function is automatically deactivated when the brake pedal is released.
The ABS is activated faster and more effectively with the intervention of the HBA.

Hill Hold Control (HHC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 111.
When driving on slopes, HHC allows you to move your foot from the brake pedal
to the accelerator pedal without having to use the handbrake.
The system holds the brake pressure produced by the activation of the brakepedal for approx. 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released. 

1)
Valid for vehicles without Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
112Driving

Side airbag138
Snow chains181
Spare wheel179
Speedometer11
See speedometer11
Speed symbol See Wheels
178
Spoiler151
START-STOP116
Manually activating/deactivating the system117
Operating conditions of the system117
Starting/shutting down the engine116
Starting and stopping the engine with the key97
Starting engine Jump-starting
189
Starting the engine Jump-starting
190
Key98
START STOP Information messages
118
Jump-starting191
Steering force assistance97
Steering wheel96
Storage compartment in centre console58
Storage compartment on the passenger side63
Storage compartments56
Storage compartments in the boot69
Storage compartments in the doors57
Storage pockets on the front seats64
sun roof48
sunshade48
Sun visors47
Switch See Ignition
98
Switching off the engine99
Switch light on/off41
T
Taking care of the vehicle Natural leather
158
Seat belts159
Taking care of your vehicle Automatic car wash system
153
Cavity protection156
Chrome parts155
Cleaning the wheels156
Decorative films155
Door lock cylinders156
Headlight lenses156
High-pressure cleaner153
Plastic parts154
Polishing the paintwork154
Rubber seals155
Taking care of the interior157
Taking care of your vehicle exterior153
Washing152
Washing by hand152
Wash system153
Wax treatment154
Taking care of your vehicles Fabric covers
159
TCS Operation
112
Technical data207
Telephone85
Temporary spare wheel179
Tiptronic103
Tools183
TOP TETHER146
Towing191
Towing a trailer119
Towing device Description
119
Drawbar load119
Use and care122
Towing eye Front192
Rear192
Towing protection36
Traction Control System (TCS)112
Trailer119, 123
13-pin power socket124
driving with a trailer124
Loading123
Safety eye124
Transport Luggage compartment
64
Roof rack system74
Transporting children safely142
Turn signal43
Turn signal system Indicator light
20
two-way radio systems85
Type plate207
Tyre inflation pressure Indicator light
20
Tyre load-bearing capacity See Wheels
177
Tyre pressure monitor Setting
178
Tyre repair Check pressure
189
Preparations188
Sealing and inflating the tyre188
Tyres175
Inflation pressure176
New177
See Wheels177
Sizes176
Tyre wear indicator176
U
Underbody protection
157
Unleaded petrol110
218Index