2014 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK warning

›Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the securing
knob A clicks into place – check by pulling on the seat backrest » .›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
Fold back undivided seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraints, you need to reinsert them with the back-
rest tilted slightly forwards.
›
Insert the belt buckle latching elements
C
of the outer belts into the open-
ings in the side panel - ready position » Fig. 59.
›
Then push the seat backrest back into the upright position until the release
levers
A
on either side of the seat back click into place – check by pulling on
the seat backrest » .
›
Make sure that the red pins
B
on both sides of the seat back are not visible.
WARNING■
The seat belts and the belt locks must be in their original position after
folding back the seat backrests – they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects
in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on
sudden braking – risk of injury.
■
In occupied rear seats make sure that the respective seat backrests are
properly engaged.
CAUTION
■ Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr-
ests. Under no circumstances must the seat belts be jammed by the folded
back seat backrests.■
Store the head restraints that were removed in such a way that they are not
damaged or soiled.
Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
74
stowage compartments in the doors
74
Storage compartment in the centre console
74
Cup holders
74
Cigarette lighter
75
Ashtray
76
12-Volt power outlet
76
Waste container
77
Multimedia holder
77
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
78
Glasses compartment
78
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
78
Clothes hook
79
Storage pockets on the front seats
79
Net pockets on the front seat rest
80WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – there is the risk of an accident!■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from oth-
er storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would not
be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal or accelerate - danger of causing
an accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like. may only be placed in the ashtray!
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Car park ticket holderFig. 60
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 73 first.
The parking permitted holder » Fig. 60 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. 61
Storage compartment: in the front door / in the rear door
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 61
Storage compartment in the front doors
Bottle holder with a capacity of max. 1.5 litres in the front doors
Storage compartment in the rear doors
Bottle compartment, max. capacity 0.5 l in the rear doors
ABCDWARNINGDo not use the storage compartment A » Fig. 61 of the door pocket to
store projecting objects. These could impair the effectiveness of the side
airbag.
Storage compartment in the centre console
Fig. 62
Non-lockable compartment, front / rear
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Non-lockable compartment » Fig. 62
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
Cup holders
Fig. 63
Cup holder at the front/rear 
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Fig. 64
Cup holder in rear armrest
Read and observe on page 73 first.
Two beverage containers can be placed into the cup holder.
Placement of the cup holders » Fig. 63 and » Fig. 64
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
In the rear armrest
WARNING■ 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 cups in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves, they may spill –
risk of scalding!
■
No objects should be placed in the holders that might endanger the vehi-
cle's occupants if the vehicle brakes suddenly or the vehicle is in collision.
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.ABCCigarette lighterFig. 65
Cigarette lighter
Read and observe on page 73 first.
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Press in the button in the cigarette lighter » Fig. 65.
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Wait until the button pops forward.
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Remove the cigarette lighter immediately and use.
›
Place the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
The cigarette lighter also operates if the ignition is switched off »
.
WARNING■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These could oper-
ate the lighter and get burned, start a fire or damage the interior.■
Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Improper usage can cause
burns.
Note
The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12- volt socket for electrical
appliances » page 76, 12-Volt power outlet .75Transporting and practical equipment

AshtrayFig. 66
Remove front / rear ashtray
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing
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Pull out the ashtray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 66.
Fitting
›
Push-in the ashtray against the direction of the arrow » Fig. 66.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
CAUTION
When removing, do not hold the ashtray at the cover – risk of breakage.
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 67
12-Volt power socket
Read and observe on page 73 first.
Use
›
Remove the socket cover or the cigarette lighter » Fig. 67.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The socket also operates if the ignition is switched off . »
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!
■
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!
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Waste containerFig. 68
Waste container: insert and move / open / replace bag
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
The waste container can be inserted into the slots in the doors » page 74.
Insert waste container
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Position the waste container at the front edge of the slot.
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Push the waste container to the back in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 68 .
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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 arrow
1
» Fig. 68 .
Open/close waste container
›
Open the waste container in the direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 68 .
Closing takes place in reverse order.
Replace bags
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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. 68 .›
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
.
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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. 69
Multimedia holder
Read and observe on page 73 first.
You can use this multimedia holder » Fig. 69 to store e.g. a mobile phone, MP3
player or similar devices.
WARNINGNever use the multimedia holder as an ashtray - risk of fire!77Transporting and practical equipment

Storage compartment in the front arm restFig. 70
Storage compartment / open storage compartment
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Opening
›
Grasp the armrests in the area
A
» Fig. 70 .
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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. 70 , until it audibly clicks into place.
WARNINGThe storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
Glasses compartment
Fig. 71
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe on page 73 first.
Opening
›
Press on the lid of the glasses storage box in area
A
» Fig. 71 .
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. 71 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 – risk of injury.■
The open compartment restricts the driver's view - there is a danger of
accidents!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 250 g.■Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box – they may
be damaged.■
The compartment must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle –
risk of impairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system!
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 72
Open storage compartment / close storage compartment and
open air supply
Read and observe
on page 73 first.
Opening
›
Pull the handle to position
1
» Fig. 72 in the direction of the arrow. 
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›Open the cover in the direction of the arrow 2.
Closing›
Screw in the filler cap in the direction of arrow
3
until it audibly clicks into
place » Fig. 72 .
Air supply into the storage compartment
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By turning the rotary switch in the direction of arrow
A
until it stops, the air
supply is opened » Fig. 72 .
›
By turning the rotary switch opposite direction of arrow
A
until it stops the
air supply is closed.
Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched off allows non-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 illuminates.
■
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 73 first.
The clothes hooks are located on the middle door pillars of the vehicle and on
the 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.
CAUTIONThe maximum permissible load of the hooks is 2 kg.
Storage pockets on the front seats
Fig. 73
Map pockets
Read and observe on page 73 first.
The storage pockets » Fig. 73 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.79Transporting and practical equipment

Net pockets on the front seat restFig. 74
Meshed pocket
Read and observe on page 73 first.
The net pockets are used for storage of small and light objects, such as mobile
phones and the like.
The net pockets are located on the inner sides of the front seat backr-
ests » Fig. 74 .
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, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp edges into the
mesh pockets - risk of damaging the mesh pockets and seat coverings.
Luggage compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fastening elements
81
Fixing nets
81
Hooks
82
Luggage compartment cover
82
“Parking position” of the boot cover
83
Storage compartment in the boot
83
Flexible storage compartment
84Storage net bag84Cargo elements84
Double-sided floor covering
85
Class N1 vehicles
85
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.
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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 81 .
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■ Always store transported objects in the boot and attach them to the lash-
ing 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. 
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