2015 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK winter tyres

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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2015 1.G Owners Manual Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Owner´s Manual
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
8
Se

Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Owner´s Manual
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
8
Seat belts
11
Using seat belts
11
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
13
Airbag system
14
Description of the airbag system
14
Airbag overview
15
Deactivating airbags
18
Transporting children safely
19
Child seat
19
Fastening systems
22
Using the system
Cockpit
27
Overview
26
Instruments and Indicator Lights
28
Instrument cluster
28
Indicator lights
31
Information system
39
Driver information system
39
Driving data (Multifunction display)
40
MAXI DOT display
42Service interval display46SmartGate47
Unlocking and opening
49
Unlocking and locking
49
Anti-theft alarm system
54
Luggage compartment lid
55
Window operations
56
Lights and visibility
59
Lights
59
Interior lighting
63
Visibility
64
Windscreen wipers and washers
65
Rear mirror
67
Seats and head restraints
69
Seats and head restraints
69
Seat features
70
Transporting and practical equipment
73
Useful equipment
73
Tablet holder
80
Luggage compartment and transport of
cargo
81
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
86
Roof rack
89
Heating and ventilation
90
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
90
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
95
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
95
Starting and stopping the engine at the push
of the button
97
START-STOPsystem
99
Brakes and parking
101Manual gear changing and pedals103Automatic gearbox104
Running-in and economical driving
106
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
108
Assist systems
109
General information
109
Braking and stabilisation systems
109
Parking assistance (ParkPilot)
112
Speed control system
114
Front Assist
116
Fatigue detection
119
Tyre pressure monitoring
119
Hitch and trailer
121
Hitch
121
Trailer
126
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
130
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
130
Washing vehicle
133
Cleaning vehicle exterior
134
Interior care
138
Inspecting and replenishing
140
Fuel
140
Engine compartment
143
Engine oil
146
Coolant
148
Brake fluid
149
Vehicle battery
150
Wheels
154
Tyres and wheel rims
154
Winter operation
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2015 1.G Owners Manual Tyre damageRead and observe
on page 154 first.
We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures,
cuts, splits and bulges, etc.) on a regular basis.
Remove any foreign objects in

Tyre damageRead and observe
on page 154 first.
We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures,
cuts, splits and bulges, etc.) on a regular basis.
Remove any foreign objects in the tyre tread immediately (e.g. small stones).
Foreign bodies which have penetrated into the tyre (e.g. screws or nails)
should not be removed and seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGNever drive with damaged tyres – there is the risk of an accident occurring.
CAUTION
The tyres must be protected from contact with substances such as oil, grease
and fuel, which could damage them. If the tyres come into contact with these
substances, then we recommend you have this checked out in a specialist
workshop.
Unidirectional tyres
Read and observe
on page 154 first.
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the
tyre .
The indicated direction of rotation must be adhered to in order to ensure the
optimal characteristics of these tyres.
These characteristics mainly relate to the following. ▶ Increased driving stability.
▶ Reduced risk of aquaplaning.
▶ Reduced tyre noise and tyre wear.
Spare wheel
Read and observe
on page 154 first.
The size of the spare wheel is identical to that of the vehicle factory installedwheels.
After changing the spare wheel, the tyre pressure should be adjusted.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, save tyre pressure values » page 120.WARNING■
If, you get a puncture and a spare tyre has to be mounted with opposite
direction of rotation, then drive carefully. The best properties of the tyre
are no longer present in this situation.■
If the dimensions or design of the spare wheel differ from the tyres fitted
to the vehicle (e.g. winter tyres or low-profile tyres), it must only be used
briefly in the event of a puncture and if an appropriately cautious style of
driving is adopted.
■
Never use the temporary spare wheel if it is damaged.
Spare wheel
Read and observe
on page 154 first.
A yellow warning label is always displayed on the rim of the temporary spare
wheel.
Please note the following if you intend to use the temporary spare wheel. ▶ The warning label must not be covered after installing the wheel.
▶ Be particularly observant when driving.
▶ The spare is inflated to the maximum inflation pressure for the vehicle
» page 155 .
▶ The tyre inflation pressure of the spare wheel 125/70 R16 is 4.2 bar.
▶ Only use this temporary spare wheel to reach the nearest specialist garage,
since it is not intended for permanent use.
If you need to use a spare wheel, make sure to fit a standard wheel of the ap-
propriate dimensions and design as soon as possible.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, save tyre pressure values » page 120.
WARNING■
Never drive with more than one temporary spare wheel mounted!■Only use the temporary spare wheel when absolutely necessary.■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
■
The snow chains cannot be used on the temporary spare wheel.
■
If the dimensions or design of the temporary spare wheel differ from the
tyres fitted, never drive faster than 80 km/h (or 50 mph).
■
Never use the emergency spare wheel if it is damaged.
■
Observe the instructions on the warning sign of the temporary spare
wheel.
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2015 1.G Owners Manual Tyre labelRead and observe
on page 154 first.
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and treadpattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When mounting new tyres the tyres

Tyre labelRead and observe
on page 154 first.
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and treadpattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When mounting new tyres the tyres have to be replaced axle by axle.
Explanation of tyre markings
For example, 225/50R 17 91 T means:
225Tyre width in mm50Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial17Diameter of wheel in inches91Load indexTSpeed symbol
The date of manufacture is stated on the tyre wall (possibly on the inside).
For example DOT ... 10 15... means that the tyre was manufactured in the 10th
week of the year 2015.
Load index
The load index indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual
tyre.
Load index838485868788Load
(In kg)487500515530545560
Speed symbol
The maximum speed symbol indicates the maximum permissible vehicle speed
with fitted tyres in each category.
Speed
symbolSTUHVWMaximum speed
(in km/h)180190200210240270
WARNING■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity of moun-
ted tyres.■
Never exceed the maximum permissible speed for the mounted tyres.
Winter operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Winter tyres
158
Snow chains
159
Do not use alloy rims with bevelled or polished surfaces during the winter. The
rim surface does not have sufficient corrosion protection and could be perma-
nently damaged (e.g. through grit).
Winter tyres
The handling of your vehicle will be significantly improved when driving on
wintry roads if you fit winter tyres (labelled M+S).
To get best possible handling, winter tyres must be fitted to all four wheels. The minimum tread depth must be 4 mm.
Fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they provide better handling
properties, a shorter braking distance, less tyre noise, and reduced tyre wear
on roads which are free of snow and ice as well as at temperatures above 7 °C.
Speed symbol
Winter tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol
) of a lower
speed category can be used provided that the permissible maximum speed of
these tyres is not exceeded even if the possible maximum speed of the vehicle
is higher.
On vehicles with the infotainment system with key the speed limit can be
set for winter tyres » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - Adjust ve-
hicle systems .
For other vehicles with the MAXI DOT display there is the possibility to have
the speed limit set for winter tyres in a specialist workshop.
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2015 1.G Owners Manual Towing deviceAccessories126
Description122
Operation and maintenance137
Towing eye Front
170
Rear171
Towing protection54
Towing the vehicle169
Traction control (TCS)110
Trailer126
13-pin socket127
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Towing deviceAccessories126
Description122
Operation and maintenance137
Towing eye Front
170
Rear171
Towing protection54
Towing the vehicle169
Traction control (TCS)110
Trailer126
13-pin socket127
connection and disconnection127
Load128
Loading127
Safety eye127
Towing a trailer128
Trailer operation121
Trailer stabilization system (TSA)111
Transmission Warning messages
36
Transport Luggage compartment
81
Roof rack89
Transporting73
Transporting children safely19
TSA111
Turn signal60
Turn signal system Warning light
35
Tyre Damage
157
Explanation of the label158
see wheels158
Tyre load-bearing capacity Refer to Wheels
158
Tyre pressure155
Warning light34
Tyre pressure monitoring119
Display34
Infotainment display120
Save tyre pressure values120
Save tyre pressure values - button121
Save tyre pressure values - Infotainment120
Tyre repair General notes
166
Preparations167
Pressure test167
Sealing and inflating the tyre167
Tyres154
new106
Tyre pressure155
Wear and tear156
Wear indicators156
Tyre size158
see wheels158
U
Under-body Vehicle care
138
Under-body protection138
Unlock Key
50
Unlocking Individual settings
52
KESSY51
Remote control50
Unlocking and locking49
USB80
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
133
Useful equipment Ashtray
75
Car park ticket holder73
Cigarette lighter75
Clothes hook79
Cup holders74
Glasses compartment78
Multimedia holder77
Storage compartment73
Using the selector lever104
V
Variable loading floor
86
Folding up88
Inserting88
Lower position87
Parking position88
Removing88
Upper position87
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation
153
charging152
Checking the battery electrolyte level152
Cover151
Operation in winter152
Replacing153
Safety instructions150
Warning light36
Vehicle care Alcantara
139
Anodized parts136
Artificial leather139
Cavity protection137
Chrome parts136
Cleaning vehicle exterior134
Cleaning wheels137
Decorative and protective films135
Door locking cylinder137
Headlight glasses136
Interior care138
Maintenance135
Materials139
Natural leather138
Plastic parts135
Polishing vehicle paint work135
Rubber seals136
Safety belt140
Seat covers140
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2015 1.G Owners Manual Under-body protections138
washing133
Vehicle condition see Auto-check control
39
Vehicle data sticker183
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
183
Vehicle dimensions186

infotainment brake rotor refrigerant type wipers rear view mirror length