2014 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK towing

Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help158
Emergency equipment
158
Reserve and temporary spare wheel
159
Changing a wheel
160
Puncture set
164
Jump-starting
166
Towing the vehicle
168
Remote control
170
Emergency unlocking/locking
170
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
171
Fuses and light bulbs
173
Fuses
173
Replacing bulbs
176
Technical data
Technical data
181
Vehicle data
181
Index
3Table of Contents

WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized company.
 Tyre inflation pressure
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light  is illuminated
If the warning light illuminates while driving, it means one of the tyres has
undergone a pressure change.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 153 .
›
Correct the tyre pressure, if necessary or replace the affected
wheel » page 160 or use the repair kit » page 164.
›
Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 119.
The warning light  flashes for about 1 min. and remains illuminated
If the warning light  flashes for approximately 1 min. and remains on, there
may be a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The illumination of the warning light  can have the following reasons.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are mounted.
› A wheel has been changed.
Store the tyre pressure values in the system » page 119.
CAUTIONUnder certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light in the instrument cluster may be delayed or not
light up at all.
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, the indica-
tor light  comes on after switching on the ignition. If the warning light does
not go out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in
the system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Windscreen washer fluid
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light 
illumi-
nates .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Top up wash fluid!
Top up with liquid » page 143, Windscreen washer system .
  Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
Either the left 
or the right 
warning light flashes depending on the position
of the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
 Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the fog lights are operating.
40Using the system

Unlocking / locking the boot lid
Briefly pressing the symbol key unlocks the boot lid. After unlocking, the
boot lid can be opened with the button in the handle above the number plate.
Pressing and holding the symbol key 
releases the boot lid (partially
opened).
If the boot lid is unlocked or released with the key symbol 
on the remote
control key, then the lid is automatically locked after closing.
You can set a lock delay » page 55.
CAUTION
■
Operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal inter-
ference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same fre-
quency range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).■
Only operate the remote control when the doors and boot lid are closed and
the vehicle is in your line of sight.
■
The operating range of the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range
of the remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak.
Note
A ŠKODA partner can also activate/deactivate the acoustic signals on vehicles
with an anti-theft alarm system.
Opening/closing a door
Fig. 32
Door handle/door opening lever
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
Opening from the outside
›
Unlock the vehicle.
›
Pull on door handle
A
» Fig. 32 on the door you wish to open.
Opening from the inside›Pull on door opening lever B of the respective door and push the door away
from you.
Closing from the inside›
Grasp pull handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■ Make sure that the door has closed correctly as it can open suddenly
while driving – risk of death!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on an incline – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - there is a risk of death!
Safe securing system
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the out-side. The vehicle cannot be opened from the inside any more.
This fact is pointed out by the following message on the display of the instru-
ment cluster after switching off the ignition.
Check SAFELOCK! Log book!
CHECK DEADLOCK
Switching off
The safe lock can be switched off in one of the following ways.
›
By locking twice within 2 seconds.
›
By disabling the interior monitoring » page 54, Interior monitor and towing
protection .
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is switched off, the door can be opened separately from the inside by a single pull on opening lever.
Switching on
The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and
unlocked.
Switch-off display
The indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out
and starts to flash at longer intervals after about 30 seconds. 
51Unlocking and opening

Child safety lockFig. 34
Rear door: left / right
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in- side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
Switching the cooling system on and off » Fig. 34
Switching on
Switching off
You can switch the child safety lock on and off using the vehicle key.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 50 first.
Failure of the central locking
Upon failure of the central locking system the key only unlocks and locks the
driver's door. The other doors and the boot lid can be opened and closed in an
emergency.
› Emergency locking of the door
» page 171.
› Emergency unlocking of the boot lid
» page 171.
Displaying an error
If the indicator light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2
seconds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flash-
ing again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
Discharged battery in the remote control key
If the red warning light
B
» Fig. 31 on page 50 does not flash when you press
a button on the remote control key, the battery is empty.
Replace the battery » page 170.
Anti-theft alarm system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
54
Interior monitor and towing protection
54
The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people
trying to break into the vehicle.
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to only as alarm).
Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered when the following unauthorized actions are carried out
on the locked vehicle.
› Opening the bonnet.
› Opening the boot lid.
› Opening the doors.
› Manipulation of the ignition lock.
› Towing the vehicle
» page 54.
› Movement in the vehicle
» page 54.
› Sudden and significant voltage drop of the electrical system.
› Uncoupling the trailer
» page 125, Attaching and detaching trailers .
If the driver's door of a vehicle with a remote control is unlocked and opened
by the lock cylinder, then the alarm is triggered.
Switching off the alarm
The alarm is turned off by pressing the  button on the radio remote control
key or switching on the ignition.
CAUTION
Before leaving the vehicle, check that the doors and windows are closed in or-
der to ensure that the alarm system is fully operational.
Note
The working life of the alarm siren is 5 years.53Unlocking and opening

Activating/deactivatingRead and observe
on page 53 first.
Activating
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after
the vehicle is locked.
If the vehicle is unlocked and a door or the boot lid not opened within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safe securing sys-
tem or anti-theft alarm system will be switched back on. This function is inten-
ded to prevent the car being unlocked unintentionally.
Deactivating
The alarm system is deactivated automatically after the vehicle is unlocked. If
the vehicle is not opened within 30 seconds, the alarm system is automatically
activated again.
Interior monitor and towing protection
Fig. 35
Button for interior monitor and
towing protection
Read and observe on page 53 first.
The interior monitor detects movements inside the car and then triggers the alarm.
The tow-away protection triggers the alarm if a vehicle is registered as being
on an inclination.
Activating
The interior monitor and the towing protection are activated automatically af-
ter the vehicle is locked.
Deactivating
›
Switch off the ignition.
› Open the driver door.›Press the symbol button
 » Fig. 35 on the B column of the driver's side.
The illumination of the symbol 
in the button changes from red to orange.›
Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds.
Deactivate the interior monitor and the towing protection if there is a possibili-
ty of the alarm being triggered by movements (e.g. by children or animals)
within the vehicle interior or if the vehicle has to be transported (e.g. by train
or ship) or towed.
CAUTION
■ The opened glasses storage compartment reduces the effectiveness of the
interior monitor. To ensure the full functionality of the interior monitor, the
glasses storage compartment must always be closed before locking the vehi-
cle.■
The anti-theft alarm system is activated when the vehicle is locked, even if
the safe securing system is deactivated. The interior monitor is however not
activated.
Luggage compartment lid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening/closing
55
Delayed locking of the boot lid
55WARNING■ Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the boot lid. Other-
wise, the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the
lid was locked – risk of accident!■
Never drive with the boot lid open or unlatched, as otherwise exhaust
gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment
lid, as otherwise it could crack – risk of injury!
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury! 
54Using the system

Automatic driving light control during rain
The low beam is switched on automatically if the following conditions are met.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 41 .
Automatic wiping with rain - position 1
or wiping - position
2
or
3
is
turned on » page 66, Activating the windscreen wipers and washers .
The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s.
The light turns off about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers.
CAUTION
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the
windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability.
Fog lights
Fig. 42
Light switch - Switch front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 58 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 42 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The front fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
» page 34 illuminates in the instrument cluster when the
fog lights are switched on.
Fog lights with CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 58 first.
The CORNER function lights the front fog lamp on each side of the vehicle to
illuminate the area around the vehicle when turning, parking, etc.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to
the right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position  and
the low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 58 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position  or

» Fig. 42 on page 61 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
» page 34 illuminates in the instrument cluster when the
rear fog light is switched on.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch directly to the only possible setting.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer illuminates if the vehicle has a factory-fit-
ted towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is
driven with a trailer.
1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
61Lights and visibility

FunctionFig. 106
Location of the sensors / range of the sensors
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
Approximate range of sensors
Area » Fig. 106Distance behind the vehicle (in cm)A160B60
Acoustic signals and display
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm - danger
area. From this moment on, do not continue reversing!
Description of the indications in the radio or navigation system display, » the
radio instruction manual, navigation system user guide.
Activation/deactivation
Read and observe
and on page 114 first.
The system is activated automatically by engaging the reverse gear. This is
confirmed by a brief audible signal.
The system is deactivated by disengaging reverse gear.
Displaying an error
If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and
there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
NoteFor vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, the system cannot be activa-
ted when towing a trailer.
Cruise Control System
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Functioning
115
Operating Description
116
The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed without you having to
actuate the accelerator pedal.
The status where the CCS maintains the speed is referred to hereinafter as the
control .
WARNING■
The CCS only serves as an assistance and does not relieve the driver of
the responsibility for the vehicle operation.■
Always adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weath-
er, road and traffic conditions.
Functioning
Read and observe
on page 115 first.
Basic requirements for starting the control The CCS is activated.
On vehicles with a manual transmission , the second gear or higher must
be engaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission , the selector lever must be in
the D, S position or in the Tiptronic position.
The current speed must be higher than 20 km/hr.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output
and braking power of the engine.
WARNINGIf the engine power and engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain
the set speed, vehicle operation must be taken over!115Assist systems

Hitch and trailer
Hitch
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
120
Adjusting the ready position
121
A correctly set ready position
121
Assembling the bar ball - 1. Step
122
Assembling the bar ball - 2. Step
122
Check proper fitting
123
Removing the bar ball - 1. Step
123
Removing the bar ball - 2. Step
123
Accessories
124
The maximum trailer drawbar load is 50 kg.
WARNING■
Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting
recess before the start of every journey.■
Do not use the ball head, if it is not correctly inserted into the mounting
recess and secured.
■
Do not use the towing equipment if it is damaged or incomplete.
■
Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way.
■
Never release the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled.
■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.
Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
CAUTION
■ Take care with the ball bar - there is a risk of paint damage to the bumper.■When the tow bar is removed always place the cover onto the mounting re-
cess - there is a danger of soiling the mounting recess.
Note
■ Operation and maintenance of hitch » page 135.■Tow the vehicle by means of the detachable ball rod » page 169.DescriptionFig. 111
Carrier for the towing device / tow bar
Read and observe
and on page 120 first.
The ball head can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel well or in a com-
partment for the spare wheel in the luggage compartment.
Support for the towing device and tow bar » Fig. 111
Cap
Mounting recess
Protective cap
Locking ball
Centring
Hand wheel
Key
Lock cap
Red marking on the hand wheel
Ball head
Green marking on the hand wheel
White marking on ball head
Note
On the bottom of the key is a code number. If you lose a key, please contact a
specialist garage which will be able to use this code number to provide you
with a new one.123456789101112120Driving