2016 SKODA RAPID start stop button

The wear and tear on the brake pads is dependent on the operating condi-
tions and driving style. In difficult conditions (e.g. urban, sporty driving), the
condition of the brakes should be checked between services by a specialist ga-
rage.
Brake response can be slower if the brakes are covered in moisture or, in win-
ter, have a layer of ice or salt on them . The brakes should be cleaned and
dried by applying the brakes many times over »
.
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt on the brake pads can occur if the vehicle
has been parked for a long period and if you do not make much use of the
braking system. The brakes are cleaned by applying the brakes several times
over »
.
Before negotiating a long or steep gradient , reduce speed and shift down a
gear. As a result, the braking effect of the engine will be used, reducing the
load on the brakes. If, nevertheless, there is a need for additional braking, it
should be carried out at intervals.
Emergency braking warning - if it is necessary to brake hard, the system may
cause the brake lights to automatically flash, to alert the traffic behind.
New brake pads must first be ““run in”” because these do not initially have the
best possible braking effect. Drive especially carefully for the first 200 km or
so.
If the brake fluid level is too low, it can cause faults in the braking system ;
the warning light  will illuminate in the instrument cluster
» page 30,
 Braking system
. If the warning light does not light up, yet the stopping dis-
tance is perceived to be longer than before, the driving style should be adap-
ted in view of the unknown cause of the problem, and braking kept to a mini-
mum - seek the help of a specialist garage without delay.
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.
WARNING■ Greater physical effort is required for braking when the engine is switch-
ed off – risk of accident!■
The clutch pedal must be actuated when braking on a vehicle with man-
ual transmission, when the vehicle is in gear and at low revs. Otherwise,
the functionality of the brake system may be impaired – risk of accident!
WARNING (Continued)■ Do not depress the brake pedal, if there is no requirement to slow down.
This causes the brakes to overheat and can also result in a longer braking
distance and excessive wear - risk of accident!■
Only brake for the purpose of drying and cleaning the brake discs if the
traffic conditions permit this. Do not place any other road users in jeopardy.
■
Recommendations for new brake pads should be followed.
■
When stopping and parking, the parking brake should always be applied
firmly, otherwise the vehicle could move off - risk of accident!
■
If a front spoiler, full wheel trim, etc. is mounted retrospectively, it must
be ensured that the air supply to the front wheel brakes is not reduced.
Otherwise, the front brakes could be in danger of overheating – risk of acci-
dent!
Handbrake
Fig. 102
Handbrake
Read and observe on page 87 first.
The handbrake secures the vehicle against unwanted movement when stop-
ping and parking.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Release
›
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 102 .
›
Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake warning light 
lights up when the handbrake is applied, pro-
vided the ignition is on. 
87Starting-off and Driving

Starting-off and drivingRead and observe
and on page 89 first.
Moving off and pausing temporarily
›
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
›
Start the engine.
›
Press the locking button and move the selector lever to the desired position
» page 89 .
›
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
The selector lever position N does not have to be selected when stopping for a
short time (e.g. at a crossroads). However, the brake pedal should be de-
pressed, in order to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
Accelerating at maximum speed during the journey (kickdown function)
If the accelerator pedal is depressed while the vehicle is in forward drive mode,
the kick-down function is turned on.
The gear change is adjusted accordingly to achieve maximum acceleration.
WARNINGRapid acceleration ( e.g. on slippery roads) can lead to a loss of control over
the vehicle – risk of accident!
Running in and economical driving
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Running in the engine
91
Tips on economical driving
91
DriveGreen function
91
Running in the engine
During the first 1,500 km, the driving style is decisive for the success of the
running in process.
During the first 1,000 km , the engine should not be charged with more than
3/4 of the maximum permitted engine revs and without the trailer.
From about 1,000 to 1,500 km , the engine can be pushed up to the maximum
permitted engine speed.
Tips on economical driving
Fuel consumption depends on the driving style, road and weather conditions,
and similar such factors.
For an economical driving style, the following instructions must be observed. ▶ Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
▶ Engage the recommended gear » page 38.
▶ Avoid full throttle and high speeds.
▶ Reduce idling.
▶ Avoid short distances.
▶ Ensure the correct tyre inflation pressure is maintained » page 134.
▶ Avoid unnecessary ballast.
▶ Remove the roof rack before driving if it is not needed.
▶ Only turn on electrical consumers (e.g. seat heating) for as long as necessary.
▶ Briefly ventilate before turning on the cooling system, do not use the cooling
system with the windows open.
▶ Do not leave windows open at high speeds.
DriveGreen function
Fig. 107
Shown in the infotainment dis-
play
The DriveGreen function (hereinafter referred to as DriveGreen) evaluates the
driving efficiency based on the information respecting the driving style.
DriveGreen can be displayed on the Infotainment as follows.
›
Press the  button in Infotainment and then tap on the

→
DriveGreen
function surfaces in the display.
A
driving liquid display
When the driving is fluid, the display is located in the middle (near the green
dot). When accelerating, the display moves down, and upwards when braking. 
91Starting-off and Driving

Approximate range of sensors (in cm)Area » Fig. 111Variant 1
(3 sensors)Variant 2
(7 sensors)A-120B-60C160160D6060
Audible signals
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is
reduced. At a distance of approx. 30 cm a continuous tone starts to sound -
danger area. From this moment do not continue to move towards the obsta-
cle!
The acoustic signals can be set in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual - Infotain-
ment .
Towing a trailer
When towing, or when another accessory is connected to the trailer socket on-
ly the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 111 are active in the system.
Note
The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher
than for rear obstacle recognition.
Display in the Infotainment display
Fig. 112
Display
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
Function surfaces and warnings » Fig. 112ARoad display.  Depending on the Infotainment type: Switching off park assistant dis-
play.  Switching audible parking signals on/off.Change to rear-view camera display.There is an obstacle in the collision area (the distance to the obstacle
is less than 30 cm). 
Stop moving in the direction of the obstacle!There is an obstacle in the road (the distance to the obstacle is great-
er than 30 cm).An obstacle is located outside of the road (the distance to the obsta-
cle is greater than 30 cm).System failure (there is no indication of obstacles).
Road display
The road display
A
» Fig. 112 indicates the road on which the vehicle would
take the current steering wheel and shift / selector lever position.
The shift lever is in the neutral position and the gear selector is in mode N. the
road display is at the front.
Activation / deactivation
Fig. 113
System key (option 2)
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
Activation
The activation of the system is initiated when the reverse gear is engaged, or
vehicles with the variant 2, also by pressing the button

» Fig. 113 .
When activating, an alarm sounds and the symbol  illuminates in the button.
Deactivation
On vehicles with Version 1, the system can be deactivated by moving out of re-
verse gear. 
97Assist systems

Deactivation/activationFig. 126
Keys / dial: on the operating lever / on the multifunction steering
wheel
Read and observe
and on page 103 first.
The system is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.The system should only be disabled in exceptional cases »
.
On vehicles with the MAXI DOT display, the system can be activated/deactiva- ted in the main menu » page 42, Menu item
Assist systems
.
Deactivation / activation in vehicles with segment display
Button
» Fig. 126ActionOperationAHold up / downShow Front Assist menu itemBPressDeactivate/activate system
Deactivation / activation in vehicles with multi-function steering wheel
Button / dial
» Fig. 126ActionOperation
CPressShow Front Assist menu itemDPressDeactivate/activate system
Disable / enable and setting in the Infotainment
In Infotainment, the entire system or the functions warning and distance
warning can be deactivated/activated » Owner´s Manual - Infotainment .
If the distance-warning function was deactivated before switching off the igni-
tion, it remains deactivated after switching on the ignition.WARNINGIn the following situations, Front Assist should be switched off for safety
reasons.■
When the vehicle is being towed away.
■
When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.
■
If an unfounded warning or a system action was taken.
■
When on a truck, or a vehicle ferry service or similar.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 103 first.
If, for some unknown reason, the system is not available, an appropriate mes-
sage appears in the display of the instrument cluster.
Sensor covered / dirty
If the sensor is dirty or covered, a message indicating that there is no sensor
view appears. Clean the sensor cover or remove the obstacles » Fig. 123 on
page 103 .
System unavailable
If the system is currently unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability
appears. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If the
system still is not available, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
Fatigue detection
The fatigue detection system (hereinafter referred to as system) recommends
the driver takes a break from driving when driver fatigue can be detected due
to the driver's steering behaviour.
From the starting of the journey, the system evaluates the steering behaviour
at speeds 65-200 km/h. If, while driving, there have been changes in the steer-
ing behaviours that are evaluated by the system as indicating possible fatigue,
a break recommendation is issued.
Conditions under which a break from driving is detected by the system ▶ The vehicle is stopped and the ignition switched off.
▶ The vehicle is stopped, the seat belt removed and the driver's door opened.
▶ The vehicle is stopped for more than 15 minutes. 
105Assist systems

›Attach clamp 3 to the negative terminal of the power-supplying battery.›For vehicles
with the START-STOPsystem, attach clamp 4 to the earth point
of the engine A
» Fig. 165 .
›
For vehicles without the START-STOPsystem, attach clamp
4
to a solid
metal part firmly attached to the engine block or directly to the engine block.
Installation location of the positive terminal and the earth point in vehicles
with the vehicle battery in the luggage compartment
The positive terminal
B
is located under a cover in the engine compartment
» Fig. 166 .
›
Press together the lock buttons of the cover simultaneously in the direction
of arrow
1
and remove the cover in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Clamp the positive terminal of the jumper cable to the position
B
» Fig. 166 .
›
Clamp the negative terminal of the jumper cable to the earthing point of the
engine
A
or on a metal part firmly connected to the engine block or directly
on the engine block.
Starting engine
›
Start the engine on the vehicle providing the power and allow it to idle.
›
Initiate the starting process in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
›
If the engine does not start within 10 s, then cancel the starting procedure
and repeat after half a minute.
›
Remove the jump start cables in the reverse order as attachment.
WARNING■
Never clamp the jump cable to the negative terminal of the discharged
battery - risk of explosion.■
The non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps must never touch each
other – there is a risk of short circuit.
■
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.
■
Position the jump cables so that they cannot be caught in rotating parts
in the engine compartment - danger of injuries and the risk of vehicle dam-
age.
Towing the vehicle
Information about the towing process
Fig. 167
Braided tow rope / Spiral tow rope
To tow with a tow rope, only use a braided synthetic fibre rope » Fig. 167 -

»
.
Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes at the front
» page 147 , towing eyes at the rear » page 147 or to the towing device of
the trailer device » page 108 .
Conditions for towing. Cars with automatic gearboxes must not be towed with the rear wheels
raised - there is a risk of gearbox damage!
If the gearbox has no oil, your vehicle must be towed with the front axle
raised clear of the ground or on a breakdown vehicle or trailer.
The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h.
The vehicle must be transported on a special breakdown vehicle or trailer
if it is not possible to tow the vehicle in the way described or if the towing
distance is greater than 50 km.
Driver of the tow vehicle
›
On vehicles with manual transmission , engage gear slowly when starting.
›
On vehicles with automatic transmission , accelerate with particular care.
›
Only then approach correctly when the rope is taut.
Driver of the towed vehicle
›
If possible, the vehicle should be towed with the engine running. The brake
booster and power steering only operate if the engine is running, otherwise
much greater force has to be applied to the brake pedal and more power has
to be expended for steering. 
146Do-it-yourself

Distance warning104
Warning light37
Door Child safety lock
49
Emergency locking149
Emergency locking of the driver's door148
Opening/Closing48
Door alarm37
Drive Driving through water
92
DriveGreen91
Driving Emissions
161
Fuel consumption161
Maximum speed165
through water92
E
Economical driving
91
EDL95
Electric power windows Operational faults
53
Electric windows51
Buttons in the driver´s door52
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)95
Electronic immobiliser83
Emergency Changing a wheel
139
Hazard warning light system57
Jump-starting145
Selector lever-unlocking149
Starting / stopping the engine with the push of a button
84
Starting the engine / stopping with the push of a button
85
Towing the vehicle146
Towing the vehicle using the trailer device147
Tyre repair143
Unlocking/locking the door148
Unlocking / locking the door149
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher138
First aid kit138
Jack139
Reflective vest138
Vehicle tool kit139
Warning triangle138
Emergency spare Removing / stowing
140
Emission control system32
Emissions161
Engine Information messages
35
Running in91
Engine compartment125
Brake fluid130
Coolant129
Engine oil128
Overview127
Vehicle battery131
Windscreen washer fluid127
Engine drag torque control (MSR)94
Engine number160
engine oil specification
128
Engine oil128
Check129
Oil changing128
Refilling129
Warning light35
EPC32
ESC Operation
94
Warning light31
Extended warranty5
F
Fastening elements
75
Fatigue detection105
Films120
Fire extinguisher138
First aid kit138
Flashing55
Floor covering in the luggage compartment78
Fog lights Warning light
34
Fog lights/rear fog light56
Fog lights with the CORNER function56
Footmats88
see footmats88
Force limiter Window
53
Front Assist102
Deactivation/activation105
Distance warning104
Malfunctions105
Operation103
Radar sensor103
Warning and automatic braking104
Warning light37
Front seats62
Fuel123
Diesel125
Fuel gauge29
refer to Fuel123
Refuelling124
Unleaded petrol124
Warning light33
Fuel consumption161
Fuel reserve33
Fuses151
in the dashboard151, 152
in the engine compartment153, 154
G
Gearbox Information messages
34
170Index

Gear changeGear recommendation38
Information on the selected gear38
Gear changing Gear stick
88
Genuine parts116
Glasses compartment71
GPS See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
H
Handbrake
87
Warning light30
Hazard warning light system57
HBA95
Headrests64
Heating79, 80
Air distribution control81
Exterior mirrors62
Seats65
Windscreen and rear window59
Help in an emergency8
HHC95
Hill Start Assist (HHC)95
Hitch108
Hooks76
Horn27
I
I-PAD holder
73
Ignition lock84
Images See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Immobiliser83
Inertia reels14
Information about the towing process146
Information system37
Auto Check Control37
Door alarm37
Gear recommendation38
MAXI DOT display41
Multifunction display39
Service interval display42
Infotainment6
Instrument cluster28
See instrument cluster28
Warning lights29
Interior light58
Interior lighting58
Interior monitor50
ISOFIX22, 23
J
Jack
139
Jacking points Raise vehicle
142
Jump-starting145
K
KESSY Unlocking/locking
47
Key Change battery
148
Lock46
Starting / stopping the engine84
Switch on/off ignition84
Unlock46
L
Lamp failure Warning light
36
Lamps Warning light
36
LEAVING HOME56
Lever Cruise control101
Front Assist105
Operation of the information system39
Speed regulating system102
Turn signal/main beam55
Windscreen wipers60
Light Cockpit
57
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME56
Daytime running lights54
Flash55
Parking light57
Replacing bulbs154
Turn signal/main beam55
Light bulbs Replacing
154
Lighting Interior lighting
57
Luggage compartment74
Lights53
Automatic driving light control55
Beam range adjustment54
Driving abroad57
Fog lights/rear fog light56
Fog lights with the CORNER function56
Hazard warning light system57
Headlight cleaning system61
Low beam54
Parking light54
Switching on/off54
Warning lights29
Load161
Lock Individual settings
48
Key46
Locking Central locking button
47
in case of emergency149
KESSY47
Remote control46
171Index

Speed limiter101
Warning light34
Speed regulating system Warning light
34
Speed symbol136
Spoiler116
Stabilisation system93
Stability Control (ESC)94
START-STOP85
Jump-starting145
Manually deactivating/activating the system86
operation85
Warning light36
START-STOP system85
Start engine Immobiliser
83
Starter button Lock / unlock the steering lock
83
Problems with the engine start85
Starting / stopping the engine84
Switch on/off ignition84
Starting engine Jump-starting
145
Starting the engine Jump-starting
145
Key84
Starter button84
Steering lock (KESSY system) Warning light
31
Steering wheel Buttons
39
Correct posture11
setting11
Stopping see Parking
88
Stopping the engine Key
84
Starter button84
Storage66
Storage compartment for umbrella72
Glasses compartment71
in the boot77
in the centre console67
in the front arm rest71
on the dashboard67
on the front passenger side71
Storage compartments66
Stowage compartments in the doors
67
Sun visors59
Switch Car battery
133
Switch light on/off54
Switch off Alarm
50
Switch off ignition84
Key84
Switch off TCS Warning light
32
Switch on ignition84
Key84
T
Tablet holder
73
TCS Deactivate/activate
94
Function94
Warning light31, 32
Technical data160
Telephone See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Ticket holder66
Time38
Tiptronic90
Tools139
TOP TETHER24
Towing147
Towing a trailer114
Towing away146
Towing device112
Accessories112
Description108
Vertical load108
Towing eye147
Towing protection50
Towing the vehicle146
Traction control (TCS)31, 94
Trailer Connect and disconnect
112
Load113
Loading113
Towing a trailer114
Trailer stabilization system (TSA)95
Trailer towing108
Transport Luggage compartment
74
Roof rack78
Towing device and trailer108
Transporting children19
Triangle138
TSA95
Turn signal55
Turn signal system Warning light
33, 34
Tyre load capacity136
Tyre pressure134
Warning light33
Tyre pressure monitoring106
Warning light33
Tyre repair143
Tyres133
damage133
Explanation of the label136
new133
Tyre pressure134
Wear indicator135
174Index