2013 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK battery

No.Power consumer16Power steering, speed sensor, engine control unit, control unit for
fuel pump17Daytime running lights/radio for vehicles with START-STOP18Mirror heater19Ignition lock input20Engine control unit, electronic control unit for fuel pump, fuel pump21Reversing lamp (automatic gearbox), fog lights with the function
CORNER
22
Operating controls for the heating, electronic control unit for air con-
ditioning system, telephone, instrument cluster, steering angle
sender, multi-function steering wheel, ignition key removal lock, di-
agnostic port, rain sensor23Interior lighting, storage compartment and luggage compartment,
side lights24Central control unit25Light switch26Rear window wiper27Steering wheel module28Petrol engine: ACF valve, PTC heater29Injection, coolant pump30Fuel pump, ignition system, cruise control31Lambda probe32High pressure fuel pump, pressure valve33Engine control unit34Engine control unit, vacuum pump35Switch illumination, number plate light, parking light36High beam, light switch37Rear fog light, DC-DC converter38Fog lights39Air blower for heating40Not assigned41Heated front seats42Rear window heaterNo.Power consumer43Horn44Windscreen wipers45Boot lid lock, central locking system46Alarm47Cigarette lighter48ABS49Turn signal lights, brake lights50DC-DC converter, radio51Electric windows (driver's window and rear left window)52Electric windows (front passenger's window and rear right)53Windscreen washer54START-STOP instrument cluster, steering wheel module, multi-func-
tion steering wheel55Control unit for automatic gearbox56Headlight cleaning system57Headlights front, rear58Headlights front, rear
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 156
Vehicle battery: Cover for the
fuse box - variant 1 
165Fuses and light bulbs

Fig. 157
Vehicle battery: Cover for the
fuse box - variant 2
Read and observe and on page 163 first.
Replacing fuses
›
Press the lock buttons on the cover together simultaneously in the direction
of the arrow
1
» Fig. 156 or » Fig. 157 .
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Replace the appropriate fuse.
›
Place the cover on top of the fuse box.
›
Push in the interlocks on the cover and lock.
The cover must engage securely.
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment
Fig. 158
Fuses: Version 1/version 2
Read and observe
and on page 163 first.
No.Power consumer1Generator2Not assigned (version 1), auxiliary electric heater (version 2)No.Power consumer3Interior (version 1) » Fig. 158
Power supply for fuse block (version 2) » Fig. 1584Auxiliary electric heating (version 1) » Fig. 158
Interior (version 2) » Fig. 1585Interior6Engine cooling fan, control unit for preheating unit7Electro-hydraulic power steering8ABS9Radiator fan10Automatic gearbox11ABS12Central control unit13Electrical auxiliary heating system
Note
Fuses 1-7 are replaced by a specialist garage.
Bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Bulb arrangement in the headlights
167
Replacing the low beam bulb
167
Replacing bulb for main beam, daytime running lights and parking light
168
Changing the front turn signal bulb
168
Replacing the bulb for the fog light
168
Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light
169
Rear lamp
170
Replacing bulbs in rear light
170
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom-
mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help
in the event of any uncertainties. 
166Do-it-yourself

Index
A
abroad lead-free petrol
130
Abroad Headlights
58
ABS Function
106
Warning light33
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles121
Accessories119
Adjusting Belt height
13
Exterior mirror63
head restraints65
Interior mirror62
Seat64
Steering wheel8
Adjusting the seats7
Adjustment Beam range
53
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
85
Airbag14
Deactivating18
Deactivating the front passenger airbag18
Deployment14
Front airbag15
Head airbag17
Indicator light35
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 121
Side airbag
16
Airbag system14
Air conditioning84
Air distribution control85
Climatronic87
manual air conditioning86
Air distribution control85
Air outlet vents85
Alarm Switching off
49
Triggering49
Alcantara cleaning
128
Anti-lock Braking System106
Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating
50
Trailer117
Armrest Front
67
Rear67
artificial leather128
Ashtray71
ASR Warning light
33
Assist system ABS
106
Assist systems106
ABS33
ASR33
Cruise Control System108
EDL107
ESC32, 106
HBA107
HHC107
Parking aid107
START-STOP109
TCS106
Auto Check Control29
Automatic driving lamp control55
Automatic gearbox101
Manual shifting of gears103
Selector lever-emergency unlocking162
Selector lever lock102
Starting-off and driving103
Tiptronic103
Using the selector lever102
Automatic gearbox modes102
Automatic load deactivation141
automatic transmission selector lever lock defect
103
Automatic transmission Kickdown
103
Selector lever lock103
AUX96
B
Ball head Check fitting
114
Fitting113
Ready position113
Removing115
Battery In the remote control key
161
Belts10
Belt tensioners13
Bonnet Closing
132
Opening132
Boot Class N1 vehicles
79
Double-sided floor covering79
Hooks77
See Boot lid51
Storage compartments in the boot78
Boot cover Parking position
78
Boot lid automatic locking
51
Closing51
Opening51
Brake Warning light
31
Brake booster99
brake fluid specification
138
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Brake fluid137
Checking138
Information messages31
brake pedal (automatic gearbox) indicator light
36
brakes Driving in
104
Brakes Brake booster
99
Brake fluid138
Braking and stabilisation systems106
Handbrake100
Information messages31
Brakes and parking99
Braking Information on braking
99
Breakdown kit155
bulb rear lamp
170
Bulbs Replacing
166
Buttons in the driver's door Electric power windows
51
C
Car computer See multifunction display
39
Care and maintenance119
Car park ticket holder69
Carrier83
Cavity protection125
Central locking45
Central locking button48
Change Engine oil
134
Changing Front turn signal bulb
168
Wheels151
Changing a wheel Follow-up work153
Preliminary work151
Removing and attaching a wheel152
Charging a vehicle battery140
Check Fit ball head properly
114
Checking Battery electrolyte level
140
Brake fluid138
Coolant137
Engine oil135
Oil level135
Windscreen washer fluid134
Checks Statutory checks
119
Children and safety20
Child safety Side airbag
21
Child safety lock48
Child seat Classification
22
ISOFIX22
on the front passenger seat20
TOP TETHER23
Use of child seats22
Use of ISOFIX child seats23
Chrome parts see vehicle care
124
Cigarette lighter70
cleaning chrome parts
124
Cleaning Alcantara
128
and maintaining belts128
artificial leather128
headlight glasses125
materials128
natural leather127
plastic parts124
seats covers of the electrically heated seats128
wheels126
Cleaning safety belt
128
Cleaning seat covers
128
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
128
Seat covers128
Cleaning the outside of the vehicle Decorative films
124
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Cavity protection
125
Door locking cylinder125
Headlight glasses125
Under-body protection126
wheels126
Windows and external mirrors125
Cleaning vehicle122
Cleaning vehicle exterior123
Plastic parts124
Rubber seals124
Vehicle paint work123
Wiper blades126
Clean interior Safety belt
128
clean outside of vehicle chrome parts
124
Climatronic air distribution control
85
Operating elements87
Clothes hook74
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
71
Ashtray71
Cigarette lighter70
General view25
Lights58
storage compartments68
useful equipment68
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COMING HOME57
compartments68
Computer See multifunction display
39
convenience turn signal55
Coolant136
Checking137
Information messages32
Replenishing137
Temperature gauge27
Warning light32
Cooling system cost-effective use
88
malfunctions88
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
56
Correct seated position7
Driver7
Front passenger8
Instructions9
Rear seats9
Counter for distance driven28
cruise control operation
108
operation description109
Cruise control system Warning light
36
Cruise Control System108
Cup holders70
D
DAY LIGHT See Daytime running lights
54
Daytime running lights54
Dazzle see sun screen of the panoramic roof
60
De-icing windows
125
Deactivating an airbag18
Decorative films124
Defrosting rear window59
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
51
Departure angle175
Diesel refer to Fuel
131
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
131
Diesel particle filter Information notices
34
Warning light34
Digital Clock Time
29
Dipstick135
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
141
Display27
Compass points43
Coolant temperature27
Fuel supply28
Gear changes38
Service intervals43
Display a low temperature38
Display of the second speed29
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
121
Distance driven28
Door Child safety lock
48
Closing49
Emergency locking161
Opening49
Warning light for open door31
Door open Warning light
31
Double-sided floor covering79
Driving Driving through water105
Emissions173
Fuel consumption173
Maximum speed176
off made-up roads105
Driving economically Tips
104
Driving in Brake linings
104
the engine104
Tyres104
Driving off made-up roads105
Driving through water105
Driving with a trailer116
E
Economical driving and environmental friendli- ness
104
EDL107
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door
51
Button in the rear door52
Buttons in the driver's door52
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)107
Electronic immobilizer97
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)106
Emergency Changing a wheel
151
Hazard warning light system57
jump-starting158
Jump-starting157
Locking the door without a locking cylinder161
Selector lever-unlocking162
Towing the vehicle158
Towing the vehicle using the tow hitch160
Tyre repair155
Unlocking the tailgate162
emergency equipment reflective vest
149
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Emergency equipmentFire extinguisher150
First aid kit149
Jack150
Vehicle tool kit150
Warning triangle149
emergency wheel146
Emissions173
Engine Switching off the engine
98
Engine compartment131
Brake fluid138
Overview133
Vehicle battery138
Engine number172
engine oil specification
135
Engine oil134
change134
Checking135
Information messages31
Replenishing136
Warning light31
Environment104
EPC Warning light
34
ESC Function
106
Warning light32
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
34
F
Fastening elements
76
Films124
Fire extinguisher150
First aid kit149
Flashing55
Flexible storage compartment79
Fog lights56
Warning light36
Fog lights with CORNER function56
Footmats101
refer to footmats101
Force limit Power windows
52
Front airbag15
Front interior light58
fuel lead-free petrol
130
Fuel129
Diesel131
Fuel gauge28
refer to Fuel129
Refuelling129
Fuel consumption104, 173
Fuel reserve Warning light
35
Fuses Assignment
163
Assignment of fuses in the dash panel164
Colour coding163
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment166
Replacing163
Fuses in the engine compartment Assignment
166
G
Gearbox Warning messages
29
Gear change Gear recommendation
38
Information on the selected gear38
Gear changing Gear stick
101
gears spare
147
General viewCockpit25
Generator Indicator light
31
Genuine parts120
Glasses compartment73
Glow plug system Warning light
34
GSM89
H
Handbrake
100
Warning light30
Hazard warning light system57
HBA107
Head airbag17
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
62
Headlights Bulb arrangement
167
Driving abroad58
Headlight cleaning system62
Headrest removing and installing
65
Head restraints65
Adjust height65
Heating84
Air distribution control85
Control elements86
Exterior mirror63
Rear window59
Seats66
Heating rear window59
HHC107
Hill Hold Control (HHC)107
Hitch112
Drawback load112
Hooks77
Horn25
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Manual gear changingrefer to gear changing101
MAXI DOT See MAXI DOT display
42
MAXI DOT display42
Main menu42
Operation37
Settings42
Maximum permissible weights
172
Maximum speed176
MDI96
MFD See multifunction display
39
Mirror Exterior mirror
63
Make-up60
Mobile phone89
Connecting to the hands-free system91
Modifications119
Modifications and technical alterations Airbags
121
Service120
Spoiler121
Multifunction display Functions
39
Information40
Memory39
Operation37
Multimedia94
Multimedia holder72
N
N1
79
Nameplate172
Nets76
O
Oil Information messages
31
See Engine oil135
Oil pressure Information messages
31
On-board computer See multifunction display
39
Operating weight172
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
131
Vehicle battery140
Original accessories120
Outside temperature40
Overview Engine compartment
133
Indicator lights30
P
Parking
100
Parking aid107
Parking aid107
Function108
Parking light53
Parking space100
Park the vehicle Parking
100
Passive safety Before setting off
6
Driving safety6
Safety equipment6
Passive Safety6
Payload172
Pedals101
Footmats101
Petrol see fuel
130
Plastic parts124
Pockets on the front seat rests74
Polishing vehicle paint work see vehicle care
123
Power outlet 12 V
71
Power steering Warning light
32
Practical equipment Net pockets on the front seat rests
74
Reflective vest149
Practical features 12-Volt power outlet
71
Storage pockets on the front seats74
Waste container72
R
Radiator fan
133
Raise vehicle153
Rear fog light56
Warning light33
Rear interior light59
Rear mirror62
Exterior mirror63
Interior mirror62
Refuelling129
Fuel129
Remote control Locking
46
Replacing the battery161
Synchronisation process161
Unlocking46
Remote control key Replacing the battery
161
Repairs and technical alterations119
Replacement parts119
Replacing Bulb for main beam, daytime running lights andparking light
168
Bulb for the fog light168
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Bulb for the licence plate light169
Bulb in rear light170
Bulbs166
Fuses163
Fuses in the dash panel164
Fuses in the engine compartment165
Low beam bulb167
Vehicle battery141
Windscreen wiper blades162
Wiper blades163
Replenishing Coolant
137
Engine oil136
Windscreen washer fluid134
Revolution counter27
Roof Load
83
Roof rack mounting points
83
Roof load83
Roof rack system83
Rubber seals124
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
47
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
47
Safe securing system47
Safety6
Child safety20
Child safety seats20
Correct seated position7
Head restraints65
ISOFIX22
TOP TETHER23
Saving electrical energy104
Seals Vehicle care
124
SeatAdjusting64
Seat belt Warning light
31
Seat belts10
Belt tensioners13
fastening and unfastening12
Height adjustment13
Inertia reels13
The physical principle of a frontal collision11
Seat features66
Seats Front armrest
67
Head restraints65
Heating66
Rear armrest67
Seat backrests67
Seats and head restraint64
Selector lever Refer to Selector lever
102
Service120
Service interval display43
Setting29
Lower position of the variable loading floor81
seats and head restraints64
Upper position of the variable loading floor80
Setting the29
Side airbag16
Snow chains148
Spare change
147
spare wheel146
change147
instructions147
Speedometer27
See speedometer27
Speed symbol Refer to Wheels
145
Spoiler121
START-STOP109
Manually deactivating/activating the system111
Operating conditions of the system110
operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox110
operation in vehicles with manual gearbox110
system-related automatic start-up111
Starting engine Jump-starting
157
Starting the engine Jump-starting
158
START STOP Information messages
111
Jump-starting158
Start the engine98
Stating and turning off the engine97
Steering wheel8
Stopping100
Storage68
Storage compartment Glasses compartment
73
in the centre console69
in the front arm rest73
on the front passenger side73
Storage compartments68
Storage compartments in the boot78
Storage net bag79
Storage pockets on the front seats74
Stowage compartments in the doors
69
Sun visors60
Switching off the engine98
Switch light on/off53
T
Taking care of your vehicle Automatic car wash system
122
High-pressure cleaner123
Washing by hand122
Wash system122
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