2015 SKODA RAPID automatic transmission

In the driver's footwell, only a footmat, which is attached to the two corre-
sponding attachment points may be used.
Only use factory-supplied footmats or footmats from the range of ŠKODAOrigi-
nal Accessories, which are fitted to two attachment points.WARNINGNo objects may be placed in the driver's footwell – risk due to obstruction
or limitation of pedal operation!
Automatic gearbox
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Modes and use of selector lever
100
Selector lever lock
101
Manual shifting (Tiptronic)
101
Starting-off and driving
102
The automatic transmission performs automatic gear changes.
The modes of the automatic transmission can be adjusted by the driver by
means of the selector lever.
WARNING■ Never accelerate when the mode for moving forward is set with the se-
lector lever - there is a risk of accident!■
Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving – risk of acci-
dent!
■
If the vehicle is in the mode selected D, S , R or Tiptronic and the engine
stops when at idle speed, then the brake pedal must be pressed. Even
when the engine is idling, the power transmission is never completely in-
terrupted – the vehicle crawls forward.
■
When leaving the vehicle, the selector lever is always to be put in the P
mode. Otherwise, the vehicle could be set in motion - risk of accident!
CAUTION■ If the selector lever is moved to mode N while driving, the accelerator pedal
must be released and you will need to wait until the engine has reached its
idling speed before moving the selector lever to a forward driving mode again.■
When the outdoor temperature is below -10 ° C, the selector lever when
starting must always be in P mode.
■
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator
pedal – this may lead to gear damage.
Note
After the ignition is switched off, the ignition key can only be withdrawn if the
selector lever is in the position P.
Modes and use of selector lever
Fig. 109
Selector lever/display
Read and observe and on page 100 first.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected
gear are indicated in the display » Fig. 109.
The following modes can be selected with the selector lever » Fig. 109.
P
– Parking mode
The driven wheels are locked mechanically in this mode.
Parking mode must only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
R
– Reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the en-
gine is at idling speed.
N
– Neutral
The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode. 
100Driving

Fig. 121
Segment display: Examples of status displays the CCS
Read and observe
on page 110 first.
CCS status displays » Fig. 120 , » Fig. 121
Speed set, but control is inactive.
Control is active.
No speed set.
System fault - seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Basic requirements for starting the control The CCS is activated.
On vehicles with a manual transmission , the second gear or higher is en-
gaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission , the selector lever is in the
D/S position or in the Tiptronic position.
The current speed is higher than approx. 20 km/h.
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!Operating DescriptionFig. 122
Cruise control system controls
Read and observe on page 110 first.
Overview of the control elements of the CCS » Fig. 122ADeactivate CCS (delete set speed) Interrupt control (sprung position) Activate CCS (control deactivated)BTake control again a)
/ Increase speedCStart control / reduce speeda)
If no speed is set the current speed is adopted.
At the start of the regulation the CCS regulates the vehicle to the current
speed, and this speed is shown on the instrument cluster display. The warning
light  illuminates in the instrument cluster.
Automatic control interruption
Automatic control interruption occurs if any of the following conditions are
met. ▶ The brake pedal is operated.
▶ When one of the brake assist systems (e.g. ESC) intervenes.
▶ Through an airbag deployment.
WARNING■Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the sys-
tem being switched on unintentionally.■
Control may only be resumed if the set speed is not too high for the cur-
rent traffic conditions. 
111Assist systems

It is often the case in countries with different climatic conditions that diesel
fuels available have a different temperature characteristic. ŠKODA Partners
and filling stations in the relevant country will be able to provide you with in-
formation regarding the diesel fuels available.
Diesel fuel additives
The diesel fuel in accordance with the prescribed standards meets all the con-
ditions for a smooth running engine. We therefore recommend that no diesel
fuel additives are used. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the
engine or the exhaust system.
CAUTION
■ Just filling the tank once with diesel fuel that does not comply with the
standard, can cause severe damage to parts of the engine, the fuel and ex-
haust system.■
If a different fuel other than diesel fuel, which complies to the above men-
tioned standards (e.g. petrol) is used, do not start the engine or switch on the
ignition! Extensive damage to engine parts can occur.
■
Water which has collected in the fuel filter can cause engine faults.
CAUTION
■ The vehicle cannot be operated with biofuel RME, therefore this fuel must
not be filled in the tank and used for driving the vehicle. The use of biofuel
RME can cause considerable damage to parts of the engine or fuel system.■
Do not mix any fuel additives, so-called “flow improvers” (petrol and similar
agents) into the diesel. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the
engine or the exhaust system.
Engine compartment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening and closing the bonnet
140
Engine compartment overview
141
Radiator fan
141
Windscreen washer system
141WARNINGInjuries or scolding or risks of accident or fire may occur when working in
the engine compartment. For this reason, it is essential to comply with the
warning instructions outlined below and with the general applicable safety
rules. The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area!WARNINGInstructions before beginning work in the engine compartment■Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.■
Firmly apply the handbrake.
■
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
■
On vehicles with automatic transmission, shift the selector lever into the
P position.
■
Allow the engine to cool.
■
Never open the bonnet if you can see steam or coolant escaping from the
engine compartment – risk of scalding! Wait until no more steam or coolant
is escaping.
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment■Keep all people, especially children, away from the engine compartment.■
Never touch the radiator fan. The fan might suddenly start running!
■
Do not touch any hot engine parts – risk of burns!
WARNINGInformation for working in the engine compartment with the engine run-
ning■
Pay particular attention to moving engine parts, e.g. V-ribbed belt, gener-
ator, radiator fan - danger to life!
■
Never touch the electric wiring on the ignition system.
■
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system, particularly on the vehicle's
battery.
■
Always make sure that no jewellery, loose clothing or long hair can get
caught in rotating engine parts – risk to life! Always remove any jewellery,
tie back long hair and wear tight fitting clothing before completing any
work. 
139Inspecting and replenishing

Remove the wheel / fix161Follow-up work161
For your own safety and the safety of the passengers, the following instruc-
tions must be observed before changing a wheel on the road.
Switch on the hazard warning lights system.
Place the warning triangle at the prescribed distance.
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flowing traffic.
Choose a location with a flat, solid surface.
Have all the occupants get out. The passengers should not stand on the
road (instead they should remain behind a crash barrier, for instance) while
the wheel is being changed.
Preliminary work
Before changing the wheel, the following work must be carried out.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission select 1st gear.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Uncouple trailer, if attached.
Removing/stowing the wheel
Fig. 157
Take out the wheel
The spare wheel is located in a well under the floor covering in the boot and is
fixed in place with a special bolt » Fig. 157.
Take out the wheel
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Lift up the floor in the luggage compartment.
› Loosen the retaining belt and take out the box with the tool kit.›Unscrew the nut in direction of arrow
» Fig. 157.›
Take out the wheel.
Stow the wheel
›
Place the wheel into the wheel well with the wheel rim pointing downward.
On vehicles with the vehicle battery in the boot, lay down the wheel with the
outer face upward.
›
Pull the fixing band through the opposite holes in the wheel rim.
›
Screw on the nut in the opposite direction to the arrow » Fig. 157 until the
wheel is safely secured.
›
Replace the box with the tool kit into the emergency or spare wheel and se-
cure it with the tape.
›
Fold back the floor in the luggage compartment.
›
Close the boot lid.
Full wheel trim
Before removing the wheel bolts, remove the wheel cover.
Removing
›
Hook the clamp found in the vehicle tool kit » page 157 into the reinforced
edge of the wheel trim.
›
Push the wheel wrench through the clamp, support on the tyre and pull off
the wheel trim.
Installing
›
Press the wheel trim onto the wheel rim at the designated valve opening.
›
Then press the trim into the wheel rim until its entire circumference locks
correctly in place.
Notes from the factory or from the ŠKODA Original accessory delivered trim.
▶ When using an anti-theft wheel bolt, make sure that this has been fitted ac-
cording to the position marked on the back of the wheel cover position.
▶ On the back of the wheel cover, the position for the anti-theft wheel bolt is
marked by means of a symbol. If the wheel cover is set outside the position
marked for the anti-theft wheel bolt, there is a risk of damaging the wheel
cover.
If wheel trims are fitted, an adequate flow of air must be assured in order to
cool the brake system. 
158Do-it-yourself

Preparations for using the breakdown kitRead and observe
on page 162 first.
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the puncturerepair kit.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission select 1st gear.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Check that you can carry out the repairs with the breakdown kit » page 162,
General information .
›
Uncouple trailer, if attached.
›
Remove the breakdown kit from the boot.
›
Stick the sticker
1
» Fig. 163 on page 162 on the dashboard in the driver's
field of view.
›
Unscrew the valve cap.
›
Use the valve remover
2
to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean
surface (rag, paper, etc.).
Sealing and inflating the tyre
Read and observe
on page 162 first.
Sealing
›
Forcefully shake the tyre inflater bottle
10
» Fig. 163 on page 162 back and
forth several times.
›
Firmly screw the inflation hose
3
onto the tyre inflater bottle
10
. The film on
the cap is pierced automatically.
›
Remove the plug from the inflation hose
3
and plug the open end fully onto
the tyre valve.
›
Hold the bottle
10
with the bottom facing upwards and fill all of the sealing
agent from the tyre inflator bottle into the tyre.
›
Remove the filler plug from the tyre valve.
›
Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover
2
.
Inflating
›
Screw the tyre inflation hose
7
» Fig. 163 on page 162 of the air compressor
firmly onto the tyre valve.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission the lever into the neutral position.
›On vehicles with
automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.›
Start the engine and run it in idle.
›
Plug the connector
6
into the 12-volt socket » page 75.
›
Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch
9
.
›
Allow the air compressor to run until a pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar is achieved.
Maximum run time of 8 minutes » .
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar, unscrew the tyre inflation
hose
7
from the tyre valve.
›
Drive the vehicle 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the sealing agent
to “distribute” in the tyre.
›
Firmly screw the tyre inflation hose
7
back onto the tyre valve and repeat
the inflation process.
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
Remove the tyre inflation hose
7
from the tyre valve.
Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0 - 2.5 bar is achieved, you can continue the journey.
WARNING■ If the tyre does not inflate to at least. 2.0 bar, the damage is too great.
The sealing agent cannot be used to seal the tyre.  Do not drive the vehi-
cle. Seek help from a specialist garage.■
The tyre inflation hose and air compressor may get hot as the tyre is be-
ing inflated – there is a risk of burning.
CAUTION
Switch off the air compressor after running 8 minutes at the latest – there is a
risk of overheating. Allow the air compressor to cool a few minutes before
switching it on again.
Notes for driving with tyre repaired
Read and observe
on page 162 first.
The inflation pressure of the repaired tyre must be checked after driving for 10minutes.
If the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar or less
›
 Do not continue to drive! You cannot properly seal with tyre with the
breakdown kit. 
163Emergency equipment and self-help

The jump-start cable must be connected to the engine earthing point C» Fig. 164 only on vehicles with the START-STOP system.
Starting engine›
Start the engine on the vehicle providing the power and allow it to idle.
›
Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
›
If the engine does not start, halt the attempt to start the engine after 10 sec-
onds and wait for 30 seconds before repeating the process.
›
Remove the jump start cables in the reverse order as attachment.
Engines in vehicles with the vehicle battery in the boot
The positive terminal
A
is located under a cover in the engine compartment
» Fig. 165 .
›
Unlock the retainer tab on the cover in direction of arrow
1
.
›
Open the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
Clamp the positive terminal of the jumper cable to the position
A
» Fig. 165 .
›
Clamp the negative terminal of the jumper cable to the earthing point of the
engine
D
» Fig. 164 or on a metal part firmly connected to the engine block
or directly on the engine block.
›
Remove the jump start cables in the reverse order as attachment.
Both batteries must have a rated voltage of 12 V. The capacity (Ah) of the bat-
tery supplying the power must not be significantly less than the capacity of
the discharged battery in your vehicle.
Jump-start cables
Only use jump-start cables which have an adequately large cross-section and
insulated terminal clamps. Observe the instructions of the jumper lead manu-
facturer.
Positive cable – colour coding in the majority of cases is red.
Negative cable – colour coding in the majority of cases is black.
WARNING■
Do not clamp the jump-start cable to the negative terminal of the dis-
charged battery. There is the risk of detonating gas seeping out the battery
being ignited by the strong spark which results from the engine being star-
ted.■
The non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps must never touch each
other – there is a risk of short circuit.
WARNING (Continued)■ The jump-start cable connected to the positive terminal of the battery
must not come into contact with electrically conducting parts of the vehicle
– there is a risk of short circuit.■
Route the jump-start cables so that they cannot be caught by any rotat-
ing parts in the engine compartment.
Towing the vehicle
 Introduction
Fig. 166
Braided tow rope / Spiral tow rope
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front towing eye
166
Rear towing eye
167
Vehicles with a tow hitch
167
For towing a braided tow rope is to be used » Fig. 166- 
.
When towing, the following guidelines must be observed.
Vehicles with manual transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front or rear wheels raised.
Vehicles with automatic transmission may be towed in with a tow bar or a tow
rope or with the front wheels raised. If the vehicle is raised at the rear, the au-
tomatic gearbox will be damaged! If possible, the vehicle should be towed with
the engine running or at least with the ignition on.
Driver of the tow vehicle
›
Engage the clutch gently when starting off or depress the accelerator partic-
ularly gently if the vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox. 
165Emergency equipment and self-help

CAUTION■“Never repair” fuses, and do not replace them with fuses of a higher amper-
age – risk of fire! This may also cause damage at other points in the electrical
system.■
If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical
system checked as quickly as possible by a specialist garage.
■
A blown fuse is recognisable by the molten metal strip. Replace the faulty
fuse with a new one of the same amperage.
Note
■
We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle. A box of
replacement fuses and bulbs can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Accesso-
ries.■
There can be several power consuming devices for one fuse.
■
Multiple fuses may exist for a single power consuming device.
Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 175
Remove the fuse box cover.
Read and observe and on page 170 first.
The fuses are located on the bottom of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
›
Grip the fuse box cover at point
A
and take-out in the direction of arrow
» Fig. 175 .
›
Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover.
›
Place the clip on the respective fuse and pull this fuse out.
›
Insert a new fuse.
›
Replace the bracket at the original position.
›
Insert the top edge of the cover into the dash panel first.
Carefully push the cover in.
Assignment of the fuses in the dash panelFig. 176
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
Read and observe
and on page 170 first.
No.Power consumer1Left light2Central locking system3Relay for ignition4Right light5Power windows - driver6Central control unit - interior lights7Horn8Towing hitch - left light
9
Operating lever beneath the steering wheel, engine control unit (on-
ly without KESSY), automatic gearbox (only without KESSY), selector
lever of the automatic transmission (only without KESSY), ESC (only
without KESSY), towing equipment (only without KESSY), power
steering (only without KESSY)10Power windows - rear left11Headlight cleaning system12Radio, navigation display13Taxi preparation14Operating lever under the steering wheel, light switch, ignition key
removal lock (automatic gearbox), headlight flasher, SmartGate, rain
sensor 171Fuses and light bulbs

Index
A
abroad lead-free petrol
137
Abroad Headlights
63
ABS Operation
106
Warning light33
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles129
Accessories126
Adjusting Exterior mirror
67
head restraints69
Seat68
Steering wheel9
Adjusting the seats8
Adjustment Beam range
59
Advance warning/emergency braking Warning light
38
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
90
Airbag14
Deactivating18
Deactivating the front passenger airbag18
Deployment15
Front airbag15
Head airbag17
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 128
Side airbag
16
Warning light34
Airbag system14
Air conditioning86
Air distribution control89
Climatronic88
Manual air conditioning87
Air distribution control89
Air outlet vents90
Alarm Enable/disable
54
Switch off54
Trailer124
Triggering54
Alcantara cleaning
135
Anodized parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
132
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)106
Anti-theft alarm system Enable/disable
54
Trailer124
Anti-theft wheel bolts159
Armrest Front
71
Rear71
artificial leather135
Ashtray75
Assembling the bar ball, Step 1
119
bar ball, Step 2120
Assist systems105
Auto-check control39
Automatic driving lamp control61
Automatic gearbox100
Selector lever-emergency unlocking168
Selector lever lock101
Starting-off and driving102
Tiptronic101
Using the selector lever100
Automatic gearbox modes100
Automatic load deactivation149
automatic transmission selector lever lock defect
101
Automatic transmission Kick-down
102
Malfunction36
Selector lever lock101
Warning light36
Warning messages36
AUX79
Avoiding damage to your vehicle104
B
Bags on the backs of the front seats
78
on the inner sides of the front seats79
Ball head Check fitting
120
Ready position118, 119
Battery In the remote control key
167
Belts11
Belt tensioners13
Bonnet Closing
140
Opening140
Boot Cargo element
84
Class N1 vehicles85
Hooks82
See Boot lid55
Storage compartments84
Boot cover Parking position
83
Boot lid automatic locking
55
Closing55
Opening55
Brake Assist (HBA)107
Brake booster98
brake fluid specification
146
Brake fluid145
Checking146
Information messages32
187Index