2014 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK Owner's Manual

›Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow 1 and move partially
backwards in the direction of arrow 2.›
Lift the variable loading floor at the front, place onto corner
C
and slide in
the direction of arrow
3
until it clicks into place in brackets
B
.
›
Place the variable loading floor in direction of arrow
4
.
CAUTION
The variable loading floor cannot be set in the upper position when the lug-
gage compartment cover is in the “park position” » page 83.
Note
When in the upper position there is space for storing items underneath the
variable loading floor.
Setting in the lower position
Fig. 86
Set the variable loading floor to the lower position
Read and observe
on page 85 first.
The variable loading floor in the upper position can be set to the lower position as follows.
› Grasp the variable loading floor at handle A
» Fig. 86 .›Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow 1 and partially move
in the direction of arrow 2
until it detaches from brackets
B
.
›
Place the variable loading floor onto the floor covering of the luggage com-
partment while tilted forward.
›
Push the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
3
as far as it will go,
and until its front part
C
is raised.
›
Place the variable loading floor in direction of arrow
4
.
CAUTION
The variable loading floor cannot be set in the lower position when the lug-
gage compartment cover is in the “park position” » page 83.
Removing/inserting
Fig. 87
Remove variable loading floor
Read and observe on page 85 first.
Removing
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 87 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
1
until its rear area is
about 15 cm
B
below the luggage compartment cover » .
›
Remove the variable loading floor from the vehicle by moving it in the direc-
tion of arrow
2
.
Inserting
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 87 .
›
Insert variable loading floor into the vehicle with the front portion tilted
about 15 cm
B
beneath the luggage compartment cover » .
›
Then follow the same steps as when setting the upper position » page 85 or
the lower position » page 86 . 
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CAUTION■When removing or inserting the variable loading floor, a distance of 15 cmB » Fig. 87 underneath the boot cover must be adhered to - risk of damaging
the boot lid seal.■
The variable loading floor cannot be placed in the vehicle when the luggage
compartment cover is in the “park position” » page 83.
Note
After removing the variable cargo floor, place it down in such a way that it can-
not be damaged or soiled.
Folding up/down
Fig. 88
Fold up/fold down variable loading floor
Read and observe
on page 85 first.
The variable loading floor can be folded up in both positions (upper and lower). Folding up
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 88 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow
1
until the folding
corners
B
lock into place in area
C
.
Folding down
›
Grasp the variable loading floor in the middle or at handle
A
» Fig. 88 .
›
Unlock the variable loading floor by pulling it in the direction of the arrow
2
.
“Parking position”Fig. 89
Set parking position / fold down from the parking position
Read and observe
on page 85 first.
The variable loading floor can only be in set to the “parking position” when it is in the lower position » page 86 and the luggage compartment cover has been
taken out » page 82.
Folding up
›
Remove the luggage compartment cover from the vehicle » page 82.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor at handle
A
» Fig. 89 .
›
Lift the variable loading floor in the direction of the arrow
1
until the folding
corners
B
lock into place in area
C
.
Folding down
›
Push the folding corners
B
» Fig. 89 on both sides of the variable loading
floor in the direction of the arrow
2
and release these from positions
C
.
›
Grasp the variable loading floor in the middle or at handle
A
.
›
Fold down the variable loading floor in the direction of arrow
3
.
WARNINGThe variable loading floor in the “parking position” restricts the driver's
view at the back.
CAUTION
■ The variable loading floor can only be in set to the “parking position” when it
is in the lower position and the luggage compartment cover has been taken
out.■
If the variable loading floor is in the “parking position”, the “parking position”
on the luggage compartment cover cannot be set » page 83.
87Transporting and practical equipment

Roof rack
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
fixing points for base support
88
Roof load
88WARNING■ 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
therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.
■
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstance – risk of acci-
dent!
CAUTION
■ Only roof racks from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range should be used.■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
clearances, 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.fixing points for base supportFig. 90
Attachment points
Read and observe
and on page 88 first.
Installation location of the attachment points for roof rack bars » Fig. 90
Front attachment points
Rear attachment points
Perform the assembly and disassembly according to the enclosed instructions.
CAUTION
Observe the information regarding the assembly and disassembly in the en-
closed instructions.
Roof load
Read and observe
and on page 88 first.
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
loaded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
AB88Using the system

Heating and air conditioning
Heating, ventilation, cooling
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlet vents
90
Air distribution control
90
Heating
91
Air conditioning (manual air conditioning)
91
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
92
Efficient handling of the cooling system
93
malfunctions
93
The heating and air conditioning ventilate and heat the vehicle interior. The air
conditioning system also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
winter months.
It is possible to briefly activate re-circulated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect » page 90 .
WARNING■
For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting.■
The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up.
WARNING (Continued)■ Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.■
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for
the use of the cooling system are to be observed. ■The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air
temperature should not be greater than about 5 ° C.
■ The cooling system is to be turned off about 10 minutes before the end
of the journey.
■ Once a year, a disinfection of the air conditioner or the Climatronic is to
be carried out by a specialist company.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free from ice, snow or leaves,
for example, to ensure that the heating and cooling system works properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Note
The used air streams out through the vents in the luggage compartment.89Heating and air conditioning

Air outlet ventsFig. 91
Air outlet vents
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
Warmed, not warmed fresh or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet
vents according to the setting of the control and the outside atmospheric con-
ditions.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 3 and
4 » Fig. 91 and the outlets can also be opened and closed individually.
Changing the direction of air flow
›
To change the height of the air flow, turn the horizontal fins upward or
downward using the movable adjuster
A
» Fig. 91 .
›
To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
to the left or to the right.
Opening
›
Turn the regulator
B
» Fig. 91 upwards.
Closing
›
Turn the regulator
B
» Fig. 91 downwards.
An overview of the available settings for adjusting the direction of the air
outletSetting the direction of the air outletActive air outlet vents1, 2 , 41, 2 , 4 , 54 , 53 , 4
Note
To ensure that the heating and air conditioning systems work properly, do not
block the air outlet vents.
Air distribution control
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
Recirculated air mode mostly prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from
getting into the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when
standing in a traffic jam.
In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then
fed back into the interior.
Heating and air conditioning (manual air conditioning)
To turn the recirculation mode on or off, press the Symbol key
 .
The air recirculation mode is automatically turned off by turning the air distri-
bution control
C
to position 
» Fig. 92 on page 91 or » Fig. 93 on
page 91 .
Recirculated air mode can be switched on again from this setting by repeatedly
pressing the symbol button .
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
To switch on press the Symbol key
. The symbol
 (pos.
7

» Fig. 94 on
page 92 ) appears in the display.
To switch off press the symbol key
 again. The
 symbol in the display
goes out. 
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WARNINGThe recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time,
because there is no supply of fresh air from the outside. “Stale air” may re-
sult in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also
cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up.
CAUTION
We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation
is switched on. The smoke sucked from inside the vehicle is deposited on the
evaporator of the air conditioner. This produces a permanent odour when the
air conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through con-
siderable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).
Note
If recirculated air mode is switched on for around 15 minutes, the symbol 
will begin to flash in the Climatronic display as a sign that the recirculated air
mode is switched on long-term. If the recirculated air mode is not switched off,
the symbol flashes for around 5 minutes.
Heating
Fig. 92
Heating Controls
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
Individual functions can be set off or on by turning the knob or by pressing the
button. If the function is on, the warning light illuminates in the button.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 92
Setting temperature
› 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Set the blower level (level 0: blowers off, level 4: the highest blower
speed)
Setting the direction of the air outlet » page 90
› 
Air flow to the windows
› 
Air flow to the upper body
› 
Air flow in the footwell
› 
Airflow over the windows and into the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 90
Air conditioning (manual air conditioning)
Fig. 93
Controls of the air conditioning
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
Individual functions can be set off or on by turning the knob or by pressing the
corresponding button. If the function is on, the warning light illuminates in the
button.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 93
Setting temperature › 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Set the blower level (level 0: blowers off, level 4: the highest blower
speed) 
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Setting the direction of the air outlet » page 90
› 
Air flow to the windows
› 
Air flow to the upper body
› 
Air flow in the footwell
› 
Airflow over the windows and into the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 90
Switch the cooling system on/off
Note
■ The warning light in the button  illuminates after activation, even if not all
of the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met. By
lighting up of the warning light in the button, the operational readiness of the
cooling system is signalled.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Fig. 94
Controls the Climatronic
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the
temperature of the outflowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to al-
ter the settings manually afterwards.
Individual functions can be set off or on by turning the knob or by pressing the
corresponding button. When switched on the display shows the corresponding
icon.
CFunctions of the various controls and display » Fig. 94
Setting temperature › 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Selected temperature
Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit
Automatic operation of the air conditioning system is switched on
Intensive windshield defroster switched on
Direction of air flow
Recirculated air mode activated
Cooling system activated
Set blower speed
Set the temperature (turn to the left: Reduce fan speed, turn to the right:
Increase blower speed)
Interior temperature sensor Switching automatic mode on Switching the intensive windshield defroster on/off - when this function
is switched on, the warning light illuminates in the button
Switching the airflow to the windows on and off
Switching the airflow to the upper body on and off
Switching the airflow to the footwell on and off
Switch recirculation on/off » page 90
Switch the cooling system on/off
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains
active, whereby the lowest temperature that can be reached is the outside
temperature.
Setting temperature
The set temperature value appears in the display (pos. 2
» Fig. 94 ).
To switch between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit , the keys

and  are to be pressed and held simultaneously.
The information appears in the display in the desired temperature measuring
unit (pos.
3
» Fig. 94 ).
The interior temperature can be set between +18 °C and +29 ℃. The interior
temperature is regulated automatically within this range.
If you select the temperature below +18 ℃, “LO” appears in the display. 
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If you select a temperature higher than +29 ℃, “HI” appears in the display.
At both end positions, Climatronic runs at maximum cooling/heating output
and the temperature is automatically not regulated.
Controlling blower
The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line with the interior temperature. However, the blower level can be manually adjusted
to suit your particular needs.
If the blower speed is reduced to a minimum, Climatronic is switched off.
The blower speed set is indicated by displaying the corresponding number of
segments (pos. 9
» Fig. 94 ) in the display.
Automatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and
to demist the windows in the interior of the car.
To switch on press the
 button. The display shows
 (pos.
4

» Fig. 94 ).
Automatic mode can be switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air
distribution or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is
nevertheless regulated.
WARNING■ Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.■Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up.
Note
■Do not stick anything on or cover the interior temperature sensor11 » Fig. 94 ; it could have an unfavourable effect on the Climatronic system.■
During operation of the Climatronic, an increase in engine idle speed can oc-
cur under certain circumstances in order to ensure adequate heating comfort.
■
As soon as the windscreen mists up, press the symbol button 
. Press the
 button once the windscreen has demisted.
Efficient handling of the cooling system
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
The air conditioning system compressor uses power from the engine when in
cooling mode, which will affect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the
interior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order
to allow the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also reduced when fuel is saved » page 111.
malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 89 first.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5
°C, there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 173 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because
the coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 32.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
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