2013 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK warning

Car park ticket holderFig. 58
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The parking permitted holder » Fig. 58 is designed e.g. for attaching car park-
ing tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order
not to restrict the driver's vision.
stowage compartments in the doors
Fig. 59
Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 59
Storage compartment in the front doors
Bottle compartment in the front doors
ABStorage compartment in the rear doors
Bottle compartment in the rear doorsWARNINGIn order to ensure that the operating range of the side airbag is not im-
paired, area A » Fig. 59 of the storage compartment must only be used for
storing objects that do not protrude.
Note
■ In area B of the storage compartment of the front doors, a bottle can be
housed with a max. content of 1.5 l.■
In area
D
of the storage compartment of the rear doors, a bottle with a max.
content of 0.5 l can be stored.
Storage compartment in the centre console
Fig. 60
Non-lockable compartment, front / rear
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
Non-lockable compartment » Fig. 60
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
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Cup holdersFig. 61
Cup holder at the front/rear
Fig. 62
Cup holder in rear armrest
Read and observe on page 68 first.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder.
Placement of the cup holders » Fig. 61 and » Fig. 62
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
In the rear armrest
ABCWARNING■ Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g.
glass, porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.■
Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill – risk of scalding!
■
No objects should be placed in the drinks holders, as the vehicle occu-
pants could be endangered if sudden braking occurs or the vehicle collides
with something.
CAUTION
Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the
electrical components or seat upholstery.
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 63
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The cigarette lighter is located in the front centre console » Fig. 63.
Using the system
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Press in the button of the cigarette lighter.
›
Wait until the button pops forward.
›
Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket. 
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WARNING■Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can cause
burns.■
The cigarette lighter also operates when the ignition is switched off or
the ignition key withdrawn. Therefore, when leaving the vehicle, never
leave people who are not completely independent, such as children, unat-
tended in the vehicle. These could operate the lighter and get burned, start
a fire or damage the interior.
Note
■ The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12-Volt socket for electrical
appliances » page 71, 12-Volt power outlet .■
Further information » page 119, Service work, adjustments and technical al-
terations .
Ashtray
Fig. 64
Ashtray: front / rear
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing
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Remove the ashtray » Fig. 64 by pulling upwards.
Installing
›
Insert the ashtray vertically.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!CAUTIONWhen removing, do not hold the ashtray at the cover – risk of breakage.
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 65
12-Volt power socket
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The 12-volt electrical outlet (hereinafter referred to only as socket) in the front center console » Fig. 65.
Use
›
Remove the power socket cover or the cigarette lighter.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The power socket and any connected appliances can also be operated when
the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle! 
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■Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power socket.■Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives.■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
Waste container
Fig. 66
Waste container: Insert and move / open / replace bag
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
The waste container can be inserted into the slots in the doors » page 69.
Insert waste container
›
Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot.
›
Push the waste container to the back in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 66 .
›
Push the waste container as required in the direction of arrow
2.Remove the waste container›Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to the arrow1
» Fig. 66 .
Open/close waste container
›
Open the waste container in the direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 66 .
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Replace bags
›
Remove the waste container from the slot.
›
Push the two catches of the inner frame out of the container body in the di-
rection of the arrow
4
» Fig. 66 .
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Pull the bag together with the inner frame down in the direction of arrow
5
.
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Remove the bag from the inside frame.
›
Pull the new bag through the frame and pull it over the frame in the direction
of arrow
6
.
›
Insert the bag with the frame in the direction of arrow
7
into the container
body.
The two catches of the inner frame must click into place.
WARNINGNever use the waste container as an ashtray - risk of fire!
Note
We recommend that you use 20x30 cm bags.
Multimedia holder
Fig. 67
Multimedia holder
Read and observe on page 68 first.
You can use this holder to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3 player or similar de- vices. 
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The multimedia holder is located in the front centre console » Fig. 67.WARNINGNever use the multimedia holder as an ashtray - risk of fire!
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
Fig. 68
Opening the storage compartment
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
Opening
›
Press button
A
at the front of the armrest » Fig. 68.
›
Lift the lid of the storage box in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Fold the lid of the storage box back in the opposite direction to the ar-
row » Fig. 68 , until it audibly clicks into place.
Glasses compartment
Fig. 69
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe on page 68 first.
Opening
›
Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in area
A
» Fig. 69 .
The box folds in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Swivel the lid of the glasses storage box against the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 69 until it audibly clicks into place.
WARNING■
The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed!■
The open compartment restricts the driver's view - there is a danger of
accidents!
CAUTION
■ Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box – they may
be damaged.■
The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 0.25 kg.
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 70
Open tray / control air supply
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
Opening
›
Pull the lid handle in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 70 - 
and fold down
the lid. 
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Closing›Lift the lid upwards until it clicks into place.
Air supply into the storage compartment›
Turn the control dial » Fig. 70 - 
anti-clockwise to the limit to open the air
supply.
›
Turn the control dial - anti-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 supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows
cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
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.
■
If the cooling of the storage compartment is not used, we recommend that
you leave the air supply closed.
Clothes hook
Read and observe
on page 68 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle door pillars of the vehicle and onthe handle of the headliner 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.Storage pockets on the front seatsFig. 71
Map pockets
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The storage pockets » Fig. 71 are intended for the storage of maps, magazines,
etc.
WARNINGNever put heavy items into the map pockets – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Never put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp
edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings.
Net pockets on the front seat rest
Fig. 72
Meshed pocket
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The net pockets are used for storage of small and light objects, such as mobile phones and the like. 
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The net pockets are located on the inner sides of the front seat backr-
ests » Fig. 72 .WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets.
Heavy objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the meshed pockets is 150 g.■Never put large objects into the meshed pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with
sharp edges – risk of damaging the meshed pockets.
Luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
76
Fixing nets
76
Hooks
77
Luggage compartment cover
77
“Parking position” of the boot cover
78
Storage compartments in the boot
78
Flexible storage compartment
79
Storage net bag
79
Double-sided floor covering
79
Class N1 vehicles
79
Please observe the following for the purpose of maintaining good handling
characteristics of your vehicle:
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Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
›
Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
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Attach the items of luggage to the lashing eyes or by using the fixing
nets » page 76 .
In the event of an accident, even small and light objects gain so much kinetic
energy that they can cause severe injuries.
The magnitude of the kinetic energy is dependent on the speed at which the
vehicle 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 warning light turns on when tailgate is opened.
The warning light turns off when the tailgate is closed.
If the boot lid is open and the ignition switched off, the light will extinguish
automatically after around 10 minutes.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 proper-
ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of
accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.
■
If the items of luggage or objects are attached to the lashing eyes with
unsuitable 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 in-
jury!
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 9, 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 poison-
ing!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot! 
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CAUTIONPlease ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
Note
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 143, Service life of tyres .
Fastening elements
Fig. 73
Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 75 first.
Fasteners » Fig. 73
Lashing eyelets for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets
Fastening elements and eyelets only for fastening fixing nets
The front eyelet
B
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest » Fig. 73.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes A is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).ABFixing netsFig. 74
Fastening examples for nets
Fig. 75
Fastening vertical pocket
Read and observe and on page 75 first.
Fastening examples for nets » Fig. 74
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
Vertical pocket
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy ob-
jects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.■Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.ABC76Using the system