2014 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK fold seats

Front armrestFig. 57
Adjusting armrest
Setting the height
›
Lift the armrest fully upwards in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 57 and then
move it back down completely.
›
Move the armrest into one of the 5 locking positions.
The armrest includes a storage compartment » page 78.
Rear armrest
Fig. 58
Fold the armrest forward
Folding forward
›
Pull on the loop
A
and fold the armrest forward in the direction of the ar-
row » Fig. 58 .
A cup holder may be located in the armrest » page 74.
Seat backrestsFig. 59
Fold seat backrest forwards / pull seat belt to the side panel and
ready position of the seat belt
The luggage compartment can be increased in size by folding the seat backr-
ests forward. The seat backrests can also be folded forward individually on ve-
hicles with divided rear seats.
Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adjust the position of the front
seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests.
If the front seats are too far back, we recommend that you have the rear head
restraints removed before the seat backrests are folded forward »
.
Fold down split seat backrest
›
Insert the belt buckle latching element
C
of the seat belt into the opening in
the side panel - ready position » Fig. 59.
›
Press the release lever
A
in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Remove the backrest in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Fold down undivided seat backrest
›
Insert the belt buckle latching elements
C
of the outer belts into the open-
ings in the side panel - ready position » Fig. 59.
›
Push the release handles
A
on both sides of the seat backrest in the direc-
tion of arrow
1
simultaneously.
›
Remove the backrest in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Fold back split seat backrest
›
If you removed the head restraint, you need to reinsert it with the backrest
tilted slightly forwards.
›
Pull the rear outer seat belt to the side panel in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 59 . 
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›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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WARNING (Continued)■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 11, 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!
CAUTION
■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 153.
Fastening elements
Fig. 75
Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 80 first.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 75
Lashing eyelets for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets
Fastening element only for fastening fixing nets
Lashing eyes only for fastening fixing nets
The upper front lashing eye
C
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes A is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).
Fixing nets
Fig. 76
Fastening examples for nets 

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START STOPInformation messages118
Stating and turning off the engine104
Steering wheel10
Stopping107
Storage73
Storage compartment Glasses compartment
78
in the boot83
in the centre console74
in the front arm rest78
on the front passenger side78
Storage compartments73
Storage net bag84
Storage pockets on the front seats79
Stowage compartments in the doors
74
Sun visors65
Switching off the engine105
Switch light on/off58
Switch off ignition105
Switch on ignition105
T
Taking care of your vehicle Automatic car wash system
132
High-pressure cleaner132
Washing by hand131
Wash system132
TCS Operation
113
Technical data181
Telephone94
Tiptronic110
Tools159
TOP TETHER26
Towing168
Towing a trailer126
Towing device Description120
Operation and maintenance135
Towing eye Front
169
Rear169
Towing protection54
Traction Control System (TCS)113
Trailer125
13-pin socket125
connection and disconnection125
Loading126
Safety eye125
Towing a trailer126
Trailer operation120
Transport Luggage compartment
80
Roof rack88
Transporting73
Transporting children safely22
Triangle158
Turn signal60
Turn signal system Warning light
40
two-way radio systems94
Tyre Damage
154
Explanation of the labelling155
see wheels155
Tyre inflation pressure Warning light
40
Tyre load-bearing capacity Refer to Wheels
155
Tyre pressure153
Tyre pressure monitoring119
Save tyre pressure values119
Tyre repair General notes
165
Preparations165
Pressure test166
Sealing and inflating the tyre166
Tyres152
new111
Tyre pressure153
Wear and tear153
Wear indicators154
Tyre size155
see wheels155
U
Under-body Vehicle care
135
Under-body protection135
Unlock Key
50
Unlocking Individual settings
52
Remote control50
Unlocking and locking49
USB101
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
131
Useful equipment Ashtray
76
Car park ticket holder74
Cigarette lighter75
Clothes hook79
Cup holders74
Glasses compartment78
Multimedia holder77
Storage compartment73
Using the information system42
Using the selector lever109
V
Variable loading floor
85
Folding up87
Inserting86
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