2015 SKODA RAPID tow

Switching off takes place in reverse order.
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.
Note
While driving with an accessory connected to the trailer socket (e.g. trailer,
bike carrier) only the equipment is illuminated by the fog light. The towing de-
vice must be installed at the factory or from the ŠKODA original accessories.
Fog lights with the CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The function CORNER provides better illumination of the nearby environmentwhen turning, manoeuvring or anything similar.
The function automatically switches on the fog lights on each side of the ve- hicle, if the following conditions are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply 1)
.
The vehicle speed is below 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The function COMING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.
The function LEAVING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control unit.
The function switches the light on only if there is poorer visibility and the light
switch is in the position 
.
Enabling / disabling and setting functions
The functions and setting of the lighting duration can be activated or deactiva-
ted in the Infotainment system » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chap-
ter CARVehicle settings .
CAUTION
■
Poorer visibility is detected by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in
the holder of the inside mirror or in the control panel. Do not attach any stick-
ers or similar objects in front of the sensor in order to avoid impairing the func-
tion or its reliability.■
If this option is always enabled, then the battery is heavily loaded.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 50
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The hazard warning lights make other road users aware of your vehicle.
The function switches on all indicators.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 50 .
When you turn it on the warning light 
flashes in the button and at the same
time the warning lights 

in the instrument cluster.
The hazard warning light system can also be operated if the ignition is switch-
ed off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically. 
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.
62Using the system

Front sun visorsFig. 54
Fold down the cover / swivel cover to the door and slide the mir-
ror cover
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 54
Fold down the cover
Swivel cover towards the door
Make-up mirror with cover
Slide mirror cover
WARNINGWhen objects are attached to the sun visor, the visor can not be pivoted to
the side windows. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head
airbag is deployed.
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating the windscreen wipers and washers
66
Headlight cleaning system
66
The windshield wipers and the windshield washer system only operate if the
ignition is switched on.
12ABWinter setting of the windscreen wiper
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wip-
ers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.
▶ Switch on the windscreen wipers.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when
switching off the ignition.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 169.WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving » page 169.■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. The window washer fluid could other-
wise freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before switching on the
ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the wind-
screen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the windscreen,
this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the windscreen.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to
the windscreen.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
arms could damage the paint of the bonnet.
Note
Depending on vehicle equipment, the windscreen washer jets can be heated
automatically after starting the engine.65Lights and visibility

The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary
knob.
Electrically-adjustable mirrors
The knob can be moved (depending on vehicle equipment) into the following
positions » Fig. 57 - 
.
Adjust the left mirror
Adjust the right mirror
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
The mirror heating only works when the engine is running.
Folding in the exterior mirrors
The whole exterior mirror can be manually folded towards the side windows.
To put it back into its original position, it should be folded back from the side
window until it audibly clicks into place.WARNINGDo not toucsh the exterior mirror surfaces, if the exterior mirror heating is
switched on - hazard of burning.
Note
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.Seats and head restraints
Seats and head restraints
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats
68
Head restraints - adjusting height
69
Headrests - removing and installing
69WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat, except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seats) – risk of accident!
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 58
Control elements on the seat
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The seats can be adjusted by the respective operating element being pulled or pressed in the direction of arrows. 
68Using the system

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. 65.
›
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■
In occupied rear seats make sure that the respective seat backrests are
properly engaged.■
After folding back the seat back, the seat belts must be ready for 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.
■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the backrest forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats.
CAUTION
Ensure that the seat belts are not damaged when operating the seat backr-
ests. Under no circumstances must the rear seat belts be jammed by the fol-
ded back seat backrests.Transporting and practical equipment
Useful equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
73
stowage compartments in the doors
73
Storage compartment in the centre console
73
Cup holders
73
Cigarette lighter
74
Ashtray
75
12-Volt power outlet
75
Waste container
76
Multimedia holder
76
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
77
Glasses compartment
77
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
77
Clothes hook
78
Storage pockets on the backs of the front seats
78
Storage pockets on the inner sides of the front seats
79
AUX and MDI inputs (AUX and USB inputs)
79WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating, cornering or with an incorrect driv-
ing action) 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!
72Using the system

Car park ticket holderFig. 66
Parking ticket holder
Read and observe on page 72 first.
The parking ticket holder » Fig. 66 is designed for attaching car parking 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. 67
Storage compartments: in the front door/in the rear door
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Storage compartments » Fig. 67
Storage compartment in the front door
Bottle storage compartment with a capacity of max. 1.5 l in the front door
Storage compartment in the rear door
Bottle storage compartment with a capacity of max. 0.5 l in the rear door
ABCDWARNINGThe storage compartment A» Fig. 67 is to be used exclusively for storing
objects which do not project out because there is the danger of limiting the
operating range of the side airbags.
Storage compartment in the centre console
Fig. 68
Non-lockable compartment, front / rear
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
Non-lockable compartment » Fig. 68
In the front centre console
In the rear centre console
Cup holders
Fig. 69
Cup holder at the front/rear 
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AshtrayFig. 72
Remove front / rear ashtray
Read and observe
on page 72 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting
›
When removing, do not hold the ashtray on the cover.
›
Pull out the ashtray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 72.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGNever place hot or flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
12-Volt power outlet
Fig. 73
Cover of the 12 volt power outlet
Read and observe on page 72 first.
Use
›
Remove the socket cover » Fig. 73.
›Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.WARNINGInstructions for devices connected to the socket.■Safely stow away all devices during the journey to prevent them from be-
ing thrown around the interior in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre
or an accident – risk of death!■
The devices may warm up during operation – risk of injury or fire! If the
device becomes too hot, switch it off and disconnect it from the power sup-
ply immediately.
WARNINGWhen using the socket the following notes are to be observed.■The socket also operates if the ignition is switched off. When leaving the
vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
CAUTION
■ The socket can only be used for the connection of approved electrical acces-
sories with a total power consumption of up to 120 watts, otherwise the elec-
trical system of the vehicle may be damaged.■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
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.
75Transporting and practical equipment

Multifunction pocket82Hooks82
Luggage compartment cover
83
“Parking position” of the boot cover
83
Storage compartment in the boot
84
Cargo elements
84
Floor covering on both sides
84
Class N1 vehicles
85
When transporting cargo the following the instructions must be adhered to
▶ When transporting heavy objects, the driving characteristics change due to
the shift in centre-of-gravity. The speed and style of driving must be adjus-
ted accordingly.
▶ The cargo is stowed in the luggage compartment. To prevent this from mov-
ing it should be secured with suitable lashing straps to the lashing eyes or
secured with fixing nets.
▶ Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
▶ Place heavy objects as far forward as possible.
▶ 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 injury!
▶ Tyre pressure is to match the load.
▶ When transporting loads in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats .
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■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. as heavy objects are not e sufficiently secured - there is a
risk of injury!■
If the cargo is tied down with unsuitable or damaged lashing straps, inju-
ries can occur in the event of braking manoeuvres or accidents.
■
Loose cargo can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case
of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. - these could be damaged.■
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
Fastening elements
Fig. 88
Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 81 first.
The fasteners are located on both sides of the luggage compartment.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 88
Lashing eyes for securing cargo, fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Fastener for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Lashing eye for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
The upper front lashing eye
C
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest.
The maximum permissible load of the individual lashing eyes is
A
is 350 kg.
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Luggage compartment coverFig. 93
Remove the luggage compartment cover
Read and observe
and on page 81 first.
If the support straps
A
» Fig. 93 are attached to the boot lid, then opening the
lid will raise the boot lid cover (hereafter referred to as cover).
If you want to carry bulky goods, the cover can be removed from the vehicle
and if required can be stored behind the rear seat backrest in the “Park posi-
tion” » Fig. 94 on page 83 .
The maximum permissible load of the cover is 1 kg.
Removing
›
On both sides of the boot lid unhook the straps
A
in direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 93 .
›
Hold the raised cover.
›
Press on the two sides to the underside of the cover in the region of the
studs
C
.
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
Installing
›
Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
onto the side trim panel via pins
C
» Fig. 93 .
›
Press on the two sides to the upper side of the cover in the region of the
studs
C
.
The fixture
B
must lock into place of the studs
C
on both sides of the lug-
gage compartment.
›
Unhook the straps
A
on both sides of the boot lid.
WARNINGNo objects should be placed on the cover. This could endanger the vehicle
occupants during sudden braking or vehicle impact.
CAUTION
■ When closing the boot lid, jamming and damage to the cover or the side trim
panel can occur if handled incorrectly. The following guidelines must be ob-
served. ■ The holders B
on the cover must be resting completely on the pins
C
on
the side panel » Fig. 93.
■ The items which are transported must not exceed the height of the cover.
■ The cover must not be jammed in the surrounding seal of the luggage com-
partment lid when it is in the raised position. ■ There must be no object in the gap between the cover in the raise position
and the rear backrest.
■
After removing the cover, store it in such a way that it cannot be damaged or
soiled.
“Parking position” of the boot cover
Fig. 94
Luggage compartment cover
stowed behind the rear seats
Read and observe and on page 81 first.
The boot cover can be stowed behind the seat backrest.
›
Slide the dismantled cover between the rear seat backrest and the bolt
A
» Fig. 94 .
WARNINGThe luggage compartment cover in the “parking position” restricts the driv-
er's view at the back.83Transporting and practical equipment