2013 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK low beam

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.Gearbox overheated. Stop! Log book!
 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
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 57. The warning triangle must be set up at the pre-
scribed distance - 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 37, Using the informa-
tion system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always in-
dicated 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
30
 Brake system
31
 Seat belt warning light
31
 Generator
31
 Door open
31
 
Engine oil
31
 
Coolant
32
 Power steering
32
 Stability Control (ESC)
32
 Traction control (ASR)
33

Antiblock brake system (ABS)
33
 Rear fog light
33
 Lamp failure
33 Exhaust inspection system34 Glow plug system (diesel engine)34

Engine performance check (petrol engine)
34
 Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
34
 Fuel reserve
35
 Airbag system
35

Tyre inflation pressure
35
 Windscreeen washer fluid
36
 
Turn signal system
36
 Fog lights
36
 Cruise control system
36
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
36
 Main beam
36
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
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
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 57. The warning triangle must be set up at the pre-
scribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 131, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light 
illuminates if the handbrake is applied. 
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If the warning light  illuminates 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 warning light 
does not illuminate again after the engine is switched
on again, the ESC is fully functional again.
Further information » page 106, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indica-
tor 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 (ASR)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light 
flashes , the ASR is currently operating.
If the warning light 
illuminates , 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.
If the warning light 
illuminates immediately after you start the engine, the
ASR might be switched off due to technical reasons.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light  does
not illuminate any more after the engine is
switched on again, then the ASR is fully functional again.
Further information » page 106, Traction Control System (TCS) .
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indica-
tor 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. Antiblock brake system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
In the event of an ABS fault, the other braking and stabilization systems are
turned off » page 106 , Braking and stabilisation systems .
WARNING■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!■
If the warning light 
is displayed simultaneously with warning light
 » page 31 , 
Brake system , 
do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the rear fog light is switched on.
 Lamp failure
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light 
illuminates if a lamp is faulty or if an external vehicle lamp
is faulty .
The warning light 
illuminates within a few seconds after switching on the
ignition or when a light with a faulty lamp is switched on.
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display. INFORMATION Check front right low beam! 
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Windscreeen washer fluidRead and observe
on page 30 first.
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light 
illumi-
nates .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Top up wash fluid!
Top up with liquid » page 134, Windscreen washer system .
  Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Either the left  or the right
 warning light
flashes depending on the position
of the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
 Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the fog lights are operating.
 Cruise control system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the cruise control is active » page 108.
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , operate the brake pedal.
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher
is operated.
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Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Parking light and low beam
53
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
54
Turn signal and main beam
55
Automatic driving lamp control
55
Fog lights
56
Fog lights with CORNER function
56
Rear fog light
56
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
57
Hazard warning light system
57
Parking light
58
Driving abroad
58
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched
on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 36 on page 53 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
WARNING■ The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
WARNING (Continued)■ The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions.
The light sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these con-
ditions we recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by oth-
er oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is
dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although
the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Parking light and low beam
Fig. 36
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Light switch positions - turning the switch
A
» Fig. 36
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights) Automatic switching lights on and off » page 55
Switching on the parking light or parking lights 1)
» page 58
Turn on the low beam 1)

1)
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the  symbol also lights up in the light switch.
53Lights and visibility

Light switch positions - pulling the switch A
Switch on the front fog lamp » page 56
Switching on the rear fog light » page 56
 Headlight range control - knob
B
Turning the rotary switch from the position
 in

gradually adjusts the head-
light range control and thereby shortens the light cone.
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 loaded
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ 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 con-
tact when the driver's door is closed. However, the side lights remain on to illu-
minate 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)
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
The daytime running lights (the only function) provides the lighting of the frontvehicle range.
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The light switch is in the position 
or 
» Fig. 36 on page 53 .
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Deactivating the function›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Remove the fuse for the daytime running lights » page 164, Fuses in the
dash panel .
Activating the function
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Use a fuse of appropriate amperage for the daytime running
lights » page 164 , Fuses in the dash panel .
Disable function on vehicles with the START-STOP system or with the
automatic driving light control
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Slide the turn signal light lever ( » Fig. 37 on page 55 ) 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 deacti-
vation of the function.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
Function on vehicles with the START-STOP system or with the automatic
driving light control
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Slide the turn signal light lever ( » Fig. 37 on page 55 ) 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 activa-
tion of the function.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
WARNINGWhen 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. Therefore al-
ways switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor.54Using the system

Turn signal and main beamFig. 37
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Lever positions
ASwitch on right turn signalBSwitch on left turn signalCSwitch on high beam (spring-loaded position)D Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-
loaded position)
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
When the high beam or headlight flasher is on, the warning light  lights up in
the instrument cluster.
Flashing
When the left flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
When the right flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The flashing light is turned on even before the upper and lower pressure point.
This is advantageous in some manoeuvres. For example, when changing lanes
hold the control lever of each pressure point.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn.
The warning light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails.
“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or low-
er pressure point and release again.WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Note
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 38
Light switch: AUTO position
Read and observe on page 53 first.
If the light switch is in position 
» Fig. 38 , the parking lights, low beam and
number plate lights are switched on or off automatically.
Switching on/off of the light is regulated on the basis of data gathered by the
sensor fitted in the holder of the rear-view mirror below the windscreen.
If the light switch is in position 
, the lettering 
illuminates next to the
light switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol 
next to the
light switch also lights up.
Automatic driving light control during rain
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following con-
ditions are met.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 38 .
Automatic wiping with rain - position
1
or wiping - position
2
or
3
is
turned on » page 61, Activating the windscreen wipers and washers .
The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s. 
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The light turns off about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers.
CAUTION
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the
windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability.
Fog lights
Fig. 39
Light switch - Switch front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 39 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
» page 30 lights up in the instrument cluster when the
fog lights are switched on.
Fog lights with CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on each side of the vehicle to
illuminate the area around the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to
the right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position 
and
the low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position  or

» Fig. 39 on page 56 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights » page 56, the rear fog light is switch-
ed on by turning the light switch to the position  and is pulled out directly to
the position
2
. This switch can only be put into one position.
The warning light 
» page 30 lights up in the instrument cluster when the
rear fog light is switched on.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted
towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is
driven with a trailer.
1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
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COMING HOME / LEAVING HOMERead and observe
on page 53 first.
COMING HOME (hereinafter referred to only as a function) switches the light
automatically for a short time after leaving the vehicle.
LEAVING HOME (hereinafter referred to only as a function) switches the light
automatically for a short time when approaching the vehicle.
The function switches on the following light, depending on the equipment
fitted.
› Parking lights
› Low beam
› Entry lighting in the exterior mirrors
› Licence plate light
COMING HOME
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 38 on page 55 .
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced.
The ignition is switched off.
The function was activated before leaving the vehicle by briefly switching
on the headlight flasher » page 55, Turn signal and main beam .
The driver's door was open - within 60 seconds after turning off the igni-
tion.
The light goes out 10 seconds after closing all of the doors and the boot lid.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
LEAVING HOME
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 38 on page 55 .
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced.
The ignition is switched off.
The vehicle was unlocked with the radio remote control.
The light goes off after 10 seconds or when locking the vehicle.
CAUTION■
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on
the windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability.■
If this function is activated, the battery will be heavily discharged particularly
in short-haul traffic.
Note
Poorer visibility are evaluated on the basis of information that is collected from
the sensor mounted in the interior mirror holder.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 40
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 40 .
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warn-
ing light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically.
If the turn signal light is switched on when the hazard warning light and the
ignition are both switched on, then only the turn signal light on the corre-
sponding vehicle side will flash. 
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