2015 SKODA RAPID service

›Unscrew the towing eye against the direction of the arrow 3.WARNINGThe towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, oth-
erwise the towing eye can tear when towing or tow-starting.
Rear towing eye
Fig. 168
Rear towing eye
Read and observe and on page 166 first.
The rear towing eye is located below the bumper on the right.
Remove the protective cap before using the towing eye. » Fig. 168. Replace
the protective cap after using the towing eye.
Vehicles with a tow hitch
Read and observe
and on page 166 first.
For vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, the pre-installed detachable
tow-bar may be used » page 117, Hitch .
Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to
using the towing eye.
CAUTION
The detachable ball rod and/or the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable
tow bar is used.Remote control
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
167
Synchronising the remote control
168
CAUTION
■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original
battery.■
We recommend having faulty rechargeable batteries replaced by a ŠKODA
service partner.
■
Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
Note
If a key has an affixed decorative cover, this will be destroyed when the bat-
tery is replaced. A replacement cover can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Fig. 169
Remove cover/take out battery
Read and observe
on page 167 first.
The battery change is carried out as follows.
›
Flip out the key.
›
Undo the battery cover
A
» Fig. 169 with your thumb or by using a flat
screwdriver in region
B
.
›
Open the battery in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Remove the discharged battery in the direction of arrow
2.
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›At the same time lift the cover on the selector lever gaiter with the other
hand in direction of arrow 2.›
With one finger, push the yellow plastic element in the direction of arrow
3
down to the stop.
›
At the same time, press the locking button in the selector lever and move
the selector lever to position N.
If the selector lever is moved again to position P, it is once again blocked.
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
169
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
169WARNINGReplace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
Fig. 173
Windscreen wiper blade
Read and observe
on page 169 first.
Before replacing the windscreen wiper blade, put the windscreen wiper arms
into the service position.
Service position for changing wiper blades
›
Close the bonnet.
› Switch the ignition on and off again.›Place the operating lever in position 4
» page 66 , Activating the windscreen
wipers and washers .
The windscreen wiper arms move into the service position.
Removing the wiper blade›
Lift the wiper arm from the window in the direction of
1
» Fig. 173 .
›
Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the same direction.
›
Hold the upper part of the wiper arm and press the securing mechanism
A
in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
3
.
Attaching the windscreen wiper blade
›
Push the windscreen wiper blade to the stop until it locks into place.
›
Check that the windscreen wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the windscreen wiper arm back to the windscreen.
›
Turn on the ignition and press the lever into position
4
» page 66 , Activat-
ing the windscreen wipers and washers .
The windscreen wiper arms move into the home position.
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
Fig. 174
Rear window wiper blade
Read and observe
on page 169 first.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Lift the wiper arm from the window in the direction of
1
» Fig. 174 .
›
Tilt the wiper blade to the stop in the same direction.
›
Hold the upper part of the wiper arm and press the securing mechanism
A
in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
3
. 
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Technical data
Technical data
Basic vehicle data
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle characteristics
179
Operating weight
180
Payload
180
Measurement of fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions according to ECE
Regulations and EU Directives
180
Dimensions
182
Departure angle
183
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-
dence over the details in the Owner's Manual.
The listed performance values were determined without performance-reduc- ing equipment, e.g. air conditioning system.
The values given have been determined in accordance with regulations and in
conditions prescribed by legal or technical provisions for determining the oper-
ating and technical data of vehicles.
Vehicle characteristicsFig. 189
Vehicle data sticker/type plate
Vehicle data sticker
The vehicle data sticker » Fig. 189 -
 is located on the base of the luggage
compartment and is also stuck into the service schedule.
The vehicle data sticker contains the following data. Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Vehicle type
Gearbox code/paint number/interior equipment/engine output/engine code
Partial vehicle description
Approved tyre diameter in inches 1)
The approved tyres and rim sizes for your vehicle are listed in the vehicle's
technical documentation (the so called COC document) and this also states the
declaration of conformity.
Type plate
The type plate » Fig. 189 -
 is located at the bottom of the B-pillar on the
right-hand driver's side.
The type plate contains the following data. Manufacturer
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Maximum permissible gross weight
Maximum permissible towed weight (towing vehicle and trailer) 
1234567891)
Only valid for some countries.
179Technical data

Cockpit12-Volt power outlet75
Ashtray75
Cigarette lighter74
General view27
Lights63
storage compartments72
useful equipment72
COMING HOME62
compartments72
Component protection128
Components of the puncture repair kits162
Computer see multifunction display
40
convenience turn signal61
Coolant144
Checking144
Messages36
Replenishing145
Temperature gauge29
Warning light36
CORNER see Headlights with CORNER function
62
Correct routing of seat belt
12
Correct seated position8
Front passenger10
Rear seats10
Correct seat position Driver
9
Counter for distance driven30
cruise control operation
110
operation Description111
Cruise control system Warning light
35
Cup holders73
D
DAY LIGHT See Daytime running lights
60
Daytime running lights60
De-icing windows
132
Deactivating an airbag18
Decorative films131
Defrosting rear window64
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
55
Departure angle183
Diesel refer to Fuel
138
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
138
Diesel particulate filter37
information messages37
Digital Clock31
Dipstick143
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
149
Display29
Compass points45
Coolant temperature29
Fuel supply30
Gear changes39
Service intervals46
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
129
Distance driven30
Distance warning Warning light
38
Door Child safety lock
53
Closing53
Emergency locking168
Opening53
Door warning39
Drive Driving through water
104
DriveGreen103
Driving Emissions
180
Fuel consumption180
Maximum speed184
through water104
driving data operation
40
E
Economical driving Tips
102
EDL107
Electrical power windows Button in the rear doors
57
Electric power windows Operational faults
58
Electric Windows56
Button in driver's door56
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)107
Electronic immobilizer91
Emergency Changing a wheel
157
Hazard warning light system62
Jump-starting164
Locking the door without a locking cylinder168
Selector lever-unlocking168
Switch off the engine by pressing a button94
Towing the vehicle165
Towing the vehicle using the tow hitch167
tyre repair161
emergency equipment reflective vest
156
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
156
First aid kit156
Jack157
189Index

I
Ice scrapers
132
Ignition lock92
Immobilizer91
Indicator lights31
Individual settings Locking
52
Unlocking52
Inertia reels13
Information system39
Compass point display45
Door warning39
Gear recommendation39
MAXI DOT display42
Multifunction display40
operation40
Service interval display46
Information system operation40
Infotainment4
Instrument cluster28
Auto-check control39
Counter for distance driven30
Display29
Fuel gauge30
Indicator lights31
Overview28
Revolution counter29
see instrument cluster28
Temperature gauge29
Interior care134
Natural leather134
interior light Front
63
Interior monitor54
iPad holder Behind the headrests
80
Handling79
ISOFIX22
J
Jack
157
Maintenance133
Jacking points Raise vehicle
160
Jump-starting164
K
KESSY Locking
51
Unlocking51
Key Lock
50
Start the engine92
Stopping the engine92
Switch off the ignition92
Switch on the ignition92
Unlock50
L
Lamp failure Warning light
37
Lamps Warning light
37
Leather Natural leather care
134
LEAVING HOME
62
Lever Main beam
60
Turn signal60
Windscreen wipers66
Light COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
62
Daytime running lights60
Fog Lights61
Headlights with CORNER function62
Parking light63
Rear fog light61
Lighting Luggage compartment80
Lights59
Automatic driving lamp control61
Beam range adjustment59
Cockpit63
Hazard warning light system62
Headlight flasher60
Indicator lights31
Low beam59
Main beam60
Parking light59
Replacing bulbs173
switching on/off59
Turn signal60
Load180
Lock Key
50
Locking Individual settings
52
KESSY51
Remote control50
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the in- side
51
Locking the door without a locking cylinder Emergency
168
Low beam59
Low tyre pressure warning refer to the tyre pressure monitoring
115
Luggage compartment80
Cover83
Fastening elements81
Fixing nets82
floor covering on both sides84
Lighting80
unlock manually168
Unlock the boot lid168
Luggage compartment cover83
Luggage compartment lid55
191Index

M
Main beam
60
Warning light36
Maintenance see vehicle care
131
Manual air conditioning Air distribution control
89
Controls87
Manual gear changing see gear changing
99
MAXI DOT See MAXI DOT display
42
MAXI DOT display42
Main menu42
Menu item assist systems45
Menu item Audio44
Menu item navigation44
Menu item telephone45
Operation43
Maximum permissible weights
179
Maximum speed184
MCB107
MDI79
Mechanical window lifter open and close
56
Mechanical window lifters56
Media see Infotainment
4
Mirror Exterior mirror
67
Interior mirror67
Make-up65
Modifications126
Modifications and technical alterations Airbags
128
Service127
Spoiler128
Multi-function display operation40
Multi collision brake (MCB)107
Multifunction display Functions
40
Information40
Memory42
Multifunction pocket82
Multifunction steering wheel Operation
43
Multimedia AUX
79
USB79
Multimedia holder76
Handling79
N
N1
85
Nameplate179
Navigation see Infotainment
4
Nets82
Notes for driving with tyre repaired163
Notes on using wheels150
O
Oil See Engine oil
143
Warning messages37
Oil pressure Warning messages
37
On-board computer see multifunction display
40
Operating weight180
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
138
Vehicle battery148
Original accessories127
Overview Engine compartment141
Indicator lights31
P
Parking
99
Parking assistance108
Parking aid Automatic system activation when moving for- ward
110
Function108
Parking assistance108
Activation / deactivation109
Display in the Infotainment display109
Parking light59
Park Pilot108
Park the vehicle see Parking
99
Part replacement126
Passive safety Before setting off
8
Driving safety8
Passive Safety8
Pedals99
Footmats99
Petrol see fuel
137
Phone see Infotainment
4
Plastic parts131
Pocket in the luggage compartment
82
Polishing vehicle paint work see vehicle care
131
Power outlet 12 V
75
Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system) Warning light
32
192Index

Power windows56
Button in the front passenger door57
Practical equipment 12-Volt power outlet
75
Reflective vest156
Practical features Pockets on the backs of the front seats
78
Pockets on the inner sides of the front seats79
Waste container76
Protective films131
Puncture set161
R
Radiator fan
141
Radio see Infotainment
4
Raise vehicle160
Rear interior light
64
Rear fog light61
Warning light34
Rear mirror67
Exterior mirror67
Rear view mirror Interior mirror
67
Refuelling137
Fuel137
Remote control Locking
50
Replacing the battery167
Synchronisation process168
Unlocking50
Remote control key Replacing the battery
167
Removing the bar ball, Step 1
121
bar ball, Step 2121
Repairs and technical alterations126
Replacing Bulb for main beam, daytime running lights andparking light
175
Bulb for the fog light176
Bulb for the licence plate light177
Bulb in rear light178
Fuses170
Fuses in the dash panel171
Fuses in the engine compartment172
High beam bulb (halogen headlights)175
Rear window wiper blade169
Vehicle battery149
windscreen wiper blades169
Replenishing Coolant
145
Engine oil143
Windscreen washer fluid141
Revolution counter29
Roof Load
86
Roof rack85
mounting points85
Roof load86
Rubber seals132
Running-in Brake linings
102
Engine102
Tyres102
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
52
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
52
Safe securing system52
Safety8
Child safety19
Child safety seats19
Correct seated position8
Head restraints69
ISOFIX22
TOP TETHER24
Save electrical energy102
Save fuel102
Seals Vehicle care
132
Seat Adjusting
68
Seat belt height adjustment
12
warning light32
Warning light36
Seat belts11
Belt tensioners13
fastening and unfastening13
Inertia reels13
The physical principle of a frontal collision12
Seat features70
Seats Front armrest
71
Head restraints69
Heating70
Rear armrest71
Seat backrests71
Seats and head restraint68
Selector lever Refer to Selector lever
100
Selector lever lock (automatic gearbox) Warning light
35
Service127
Service interval display46
Warning light38
Setting Seat belt height
12
seats and head restraints68
Settings Interior mirror
67
Setting the Clock
31
Side airbag16
193Index

WashingAutomatic car wash system130
by hand129
High-pressure cleaner130
Washing vehicles129
Waste container76
Weather conditions126
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
159
Caps159
Loosening and tightening159
Wheel rims150
Wheels Age of wheels
150
Changing157
Driving style152
Full trim158
General information150
Load index154
Remove158
Snow chains155
Speed symbol154
Storage of wheels150
stow158
Tyre damage153
Tyre pressure151
Tyre size154
Tyre wear152
Tyre wear indicator152
Unidirectional tyres153
Wheel balance152
Wheels exchange152
Winter tyres154
Wi-Fi Connection
47
Password47
Password change48
Setting48
Wi-Fi Direct Connection48
Password change48
Setting48
Window wiper Replacing the rear window wiper blade
169
Windscreen washer fluid Checking
141
Replenishing141
Warning light38
Winter141
Windscreen washer system141
Windscreen wipers66
Windscreen wipers Activating
66
Replacing the windscreen wipers169
Windscreen washer fluid141
Windscreen wipers and washers65
Winter operation154
De-icing windows132
Snow chains155
Winter tyres154
Winter tyres See Wheels
154
Wiper blades134
Service position of the windscreen wiper arms 169
Wipers Maintaining wiper blades
134
196Index