2014 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK warning

“Universal” child seat category - a child seat designed to be attached to
the seat using the seat belt.
Fastening systems
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Attachment points of the 
-system
25
Use of child seats with the 
-system
25
Attachment points of the 

-system
26
Attachment points of the -system
Fig. 17
Labels on the ISOFIX system
U represents a system for a fast and secure child seat mounting.
There are two locking eyes between the rear exterior seats for fixing the child seat in place, using the 
-system. The places are marked with labels with
the 
logo » Fig. 17 .WARNING■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the -system.■
Never attach other child seats, belts or objects to the attachment points
eyes intended for the installation of a child seat with the 
-system – risk
of death!
Note
■ A child seat fitted with the -system can only be mounted in a vehicle fit-
ted with an -system if the child seat has been approved for this type of ve-
hicle. Further information is available from a ŠKODA Partner.■
Child seats with the 
-system can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Ac-
cessories.
Use of child seats with the -system
Overview of the usefulness of child seats fastened with the -system on
each of the seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard.GroupSize class of
the child seat a)Front passenger seatOuter rear seatsRear seat middle0
up to 10 kgEXIL-SUX0+
up to 13 kgE
XIL-SUX
DC 25Transporting children safely

GroupSize class of
the child seat a)Front passenger seatOuter rear seatsRear seat middle
1
9 - 18 kg
D
XIL-SU IUFX
CBB1A2
15 - 25 kg XIL-SUX3
22 - 36 kg XIL-SUXa)
The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat.
The seat is suited for installation of a -child seat with the “Semi-
Universal” approval. The “Semi-Universal” category means that the child
seat with the 
-system is approved for your vehicle. Observe the list
of vehicles that comes with the child seat.
The seat is suitable for the installation of a 
-child seat with the ap-
proval “Universal” and attachment with the 

-system belt.
The seat is not fitted with 
-system attachment points.
Attachment points of the  -system
Fig. 18
Anchor eyelets on the TOP
TETHER system

 represents a fastening system, which restricts movements of the up-
per part of the child seat.
The anchor eyelets for attaching the belt for a child seat with the 
 -sys-
tem are located on the rear side of the outer rear seat backrests » Fig. 18.
IL-SU
IUFXWARNING■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the   -system.■
Only use child seats with the 

-system on the seats with the lock-
ing eyes.
■
Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye.
■
On no account should you equip your vehicle, e.g. mount screws or other
anchorage points.
26Safety

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
56
Door opening lever
51
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
68
Air outlet vents
90
Parking ticket holder
74
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
60
› Speed regulating system
115
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
17
›with push-buttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone
94
› With buttons for the operation of the information system
41
Instrument cluster
30
Operating lever:
› Windscreen wiper and wash system
66
›Information system
41
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Button for hazard warning light system
62
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
20
Air outlets in the central part of the dash panel
90
Interior rear-view mirror
67
Key switch for switching off the passenger airbag (in front pas-
senger storage compartment)
20
Front passenger airbag
17
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
78
Air outlet vents
90
Power window in the front passenger door
5512345678910111213141516171819Door opening lever51
Light switch
58
Headlight range control (in the dashboard)
59
Bonnet release lever
142
Fuse box in the dashboard
173
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
10
Ignition lock
105
Pedals
108
Storage compartment
74
Handbrake lever
107
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gear shift lever (manual gearbox)
108
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
109
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Cup holder
74
›Multimedia holder
77
›Ashtrays
76
Multi-Device Interface (MDI) input
101
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
› 
Seat heater on the front left seat
71
› 
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
113
› 
Central locking system
52
› 
Rear window heater
64
› 
START - STOP
116
› 
Seat heater on the front right seat
71
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating
91
›
Operating controls for the air conditioning system
91
›Operating controls for Climatronic
92
Note
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 19. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.20212223242526272829303132333429Cockpit

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
30
Revolution counter
31
Display
31
Speedometer
31
Coolant temperature gauge
32
Fuel gauge
32
Counter for distance driven
33

33
Display of the second speed
33
Auto Check Control
33
The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current
speed, engine speed, the state of some vehicle systems and the like.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in
the display.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.
Note
When the ignition is on, the instrument cluster is illuminated 1)
. The brightness
level is automatically adjusted depending on the ambient lighting.OverviewFig. 20
Instrument cluster - Version 1
Fig. 21
Instrument cluster - Version 2
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Engine revolutions counter » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Display » page 31 
121)
Applies to cars with the instrument cluster - Version 1.
30Using the system

Speedometer » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Button for display mode:
› Time settings
» page 33
› Enable/disable the display of the second speed 1)
» page 33
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
ing until the next service 1)
» page 47
Button for: › Reset counter for distance travelled (trip)
» page 33
› Setting the time
› enable / disable the mode selected by means of the 4
key
Coolant temperature gauge 2)
» page 32
Fuel gauge 2)
» page 32
Revolution counter
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The tachometer
1
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30 shows the ac-
tual engine speed per minute.
The beginning of the red scale range of the tachometer indicates the maxi-
mum permitted engine speed of a driven-in and operating warm engine.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu- tion counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti-
mum engine speed » page 43.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time -
there is a risk of engine damage!34567DisplayFig. 22
Display types
Read and observe on page 30 first.
Display types » Fig. 22
MAXI DOT display.
Segment display
The following information will be displayed.
› Fuel gauge 3)
» page 32
› Distance travelled
» page 33
› Time
» page 33
› Details of the information system
» page 41
› Details of the service interval display
» page 47
CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when clean-
ing) to prevent any possible damage.
Speedometer
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The speedometer
3
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30 displays the
current speed. 
1)
Applies to cars with the instrument cluster - Version 2.
2)
Applies to cars with the instrument cluster - Version 1.
3)
Applies only to the segment display (instrument cluster - version 2).
31Instruments and Indicator Lights

Warning at excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/
h 1)
. The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls be-
low 120 km/h.
Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 23
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 30 first.
Applies to cars with the instrument cluster - Version 1 » Fig. 20 on page 30 .
The display » Fig. 23 provides information on the engine coolant temperature.
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
In vehicles with the instrument cluster - version 2, » Fig. 21 on page 30 the
coolant temperature is indicated only by one of the warning lights » page 36,

 Coolant
coming on or going off.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine
has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle
and high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the middle of the scale
A
» Fig. 23 . At very high ambient tempera-
tures or heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too
high. Further information » page 36,

 Coolant
.
CAUTION■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Fuel gauge
Fig. 24
Fuel gauge
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The display provides information on the fuel level in the container.
Fuel gauge types » Fig. 24
Display in the instrument cluster - Version 1
In the display of the instrument cluster - Version 2
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres.
The warning light lights up when the amount of fuel reaches the reserve zone
 » page 39 .
The reserve zone is indicated by the red area of the scale » Fig. 24 - 
or by
displaying only the last two segments of the scale » Fig. 24 - 
in the magnify-
ing glass. 
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
32Using the system

Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT
display. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the icons in the MAXI
DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 34,
Indicator lights .
The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT
display whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu,
the first of the error messages is displayed.
If there are several error messages, the display will show 1/3, for example, be-
low the message. This indicates that the first of a total of three error messag-
es is being displayed.
Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 36Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor defective» page 36Problem with the engine oil pressure» page 34Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox are
too hot» page 34
 Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the  symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maxi-
mum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
 Clutches of the automatic DSG gearbox are too hot
The  symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the
automatic gearbox DSG clutches is too high.
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  symbol extinguishes – 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 62. 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 42, Using the information
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
35
 Brake system
35
 Seat belt warning light
35
 Generator
35
 Door open
36
 
Engine oil
36
 
Coolant
36
 Power steering
37
 Stability Control (ESC)
37
 Traction control (ASR)
37

Antilock brake system (ABS)
37
 Rear fog light
38
 Bulb failure
38
 Exhaust inspection system
38
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
38
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
38
 Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)
38
 Fuel reserve
39
 Airbag system
39

34Using the system

 Tyre inflation pressure40 Windscreen washer fluid40


Turn signal system
40
 Fog lights
40
 Cruise control system
41
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
41

Main beam
41
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 62. 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 141, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates 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.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Release parking brake!
 Brake system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates if the brake fluid level in the braking system is
too low or there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Log book!
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 148 » .
WARNING■
If the warning light  illuminates simultaneously with warning light
 » page 37 ,  Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  do not continue your
journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the braking system or the ABS system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
 Seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates as a reminder for the driver and front passen-
ger to fasten seat belts.
The warning light 
goes out , after the respective seat belt has been fas-
tened.
If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed is more than 20 km/h, the warning light flashes
 and you will hear an
acoustic signal.
The warning signal is switched off and the indicator light 
remains perma-
nently illuminated if the driver and front passenger have not fastened their
seat belts within the next 90 seconds.
 Generator
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the engine is running, the vehicle bat-
tery is not being charged. 
35Instruments and Indicator Lights