2016 SKODA RAPID buttons

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectric windows
52
Door opening lever
48
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
62
Air outlet nozzles
82
Ticket holder
66
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶ Direction and high beam
55
▶Speed regulating system
100
▶Speed limiter
101
Steering wheel with horn / with driver's front airbag
15
Buttons for operating the information system
37
Instrument cluster
28
Operating lever:
▶ Windscreen wipers and washers
60
▶Information system
37
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Storage compartment
67
▶Infotainment » Owner's Manual for Infotainment
Button for hazard warning light system
57
Warning light for the front passenger airbag
18
Interior rear-view mirror
61
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
18
Front passenger airbag
15
External Infotainment module (in the front passenger storage
compartment) » Owner's Manual - Infotainment
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
71
Electric window in the front passenger door
52
Storage compartments
67
Light switch
54
Headlight range control (in the dashboard)
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Steering wheel locking lever
11
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Ignition lock
84
▶Starter button
84
Storage compartment
67
Handbrake lever
87
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
88
▶Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
89
Cup holder
68
AUX / USB input
67
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
▶  Left seat heating
65
▶
 Traction control (TCS)
94
▶
 Parking aid
96
▶
 Central locking system
47
▶
 Rear window heater
59
▶
 START STOP
85
▶
 Windscreen heater
59
▶
 Right seat heating
65
Controls for heating / air conditioning
79
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in this layout » Fig. 16.2324252627282930313227Cockpit

As long as the faults are not rectified the messages are always shown. After
the message is displayed for the first time, the warning lights  (danger) or 
(warning) continue to be displayed.
Operation of the information system
Operation via the operating lever
Fig. 24
Buttons on the control lever
Operating the multifunction display
Press (up or down) - select data / set values
Press show / confirm entry
Operating the MAXI DOT display Press (up or down) - move to the selected menu
Hold (up or down) - display main menu
Press - confirm selected menu item
Operation via the multifunction steering wheel
Fig. 25
Buttons/dials on the multifunction steering wheel
ABABButtons/dials on the multifunction steering wheel
Switch on/off voice control
Turn - sets the volume
Press - sound on / off
Skip to next track/station
Switch to previous track/station
Display the assistance systems menu
Press - display the telephone menu; accept/end the call; select contact
Hold - repeat last call; reject call
Operating the multifunction display Turn - select data / set values
Press show / confirm entry
Operating the MAXI DOT display Hold - display main menu
Press - return to a previous level in the menu
Turn - move in the selected menu
Press - confirm selected menu item
Note
Depending on equipment not all functions may be available. The system can
indicate this fact by a text message in the display of the instrument cluster or
in the Infotainment display.
Driving data (Multifunction display)
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Information overview
40
Warning when exceeding the set speed
40
Memory
40
The driving data display is only possible with the ignition switched on. After
the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before switch-
ing off the ignition is displayed.
If vehicles with MAXI DOTdisplay do not show the driving data after switching
on the ignition, select the menu item
Driving data
in the main menu and confirm
» page 41 , MAXI DOT display . 
ABB39Information system

Long-term ( ) and “2” ( )
The memory gathers driving data from any number of individual journeys up to
a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving time or 9999 kilometres driven.
The indicator is automatically set back to zero if one of the indicated values is
exceeded.Since refuel
( 
) or “3” ( 
)
The driving data is stored in the memory since the last fuel refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
›
For the storage choice , repeatedly confirm the selected indication and select
the desired memory.
›
For deleting the memory for the selected information, hold down the button
confirming the specification.
The following Driving data is stored in different memory banks.
▶ Average fuel consumption.
▶ Distance driven.
▶ Average speed.
▶ Driving time.
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Menu item
Navigation41
Menu item
Audio41
Menu item
Telephone42
Menu item
Assist systems42
The MAXI DOT display is a user interface which, depending on the equipment
configuration, provides information about the Infotainment, the multifunction
display, the assistance systems etc.
The menus with details can be operated and displayed using the buttons on
the operating lever or the multifunction steering wheel » page 39.
Main menu items (depending on vehicle equipment)
■Driving data
» page 39
■
Assist systems
» page 42
■
Navigation
» page 41
■
Audio
» page 41
■
Telephone
» page 42 ;
■
Vehicle
» page 38 , Auto Check Control
Note
■
If warning messages are displayed, these messages must first be confirmed
to access the main menu.■
The display language can also be set in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual - In-
fotainment .
■
For vehicles without Infotainment, the display language can only be adjusted
by a specialist garage.
Menu item
Navigation
The following information is displayed in the
Navigation
menu item.
▶ Driving recommendations
▶ Compass
▶ Last destinations
Menu item
Audio
The following information is displayed in the
Audio
menu item.
Radio
▶ Currently playing station (name/frequency).
▶ The selected frequency range (e.g. FM) optionally with the number of the sta-
tion button (e.g. FM3), if the station is stored in the memory list.
▶ List of available stations (if more than 5 stations can be received).
▶ TP traffic announcements.
Media
▶ Name of the track being played, if necessary, further information regarding
title (e.g. artist, album name), if this information is stored as a so called ID3
tag on the audio source.
41Information system

›Enter the password (vehicle identification number using uppercase let-
ters » page 44 ).
With SmartGate, a maximum of four external devices can be connected simul-
taneously using Wi-Fi. In these external devices, up to four ŠKODA applications
can be started simultaneously.
Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.›
Switch off the ignition for longer than 5 seconds (for vehicles with a starter
button, switch off the engine and open the driver's door).
›
End the connection in the SmartGate application.
›
Switch off Wi-Fi in the connected external device.
Automatic connection
If the communication device has already had a connection with SmartGate,
then the connection is automatically restored under the following conditions.
The ignition is switched on.
Wi-Fi is switched on in the external device that is to be connected to.
The external device that is to be connected to stores the password re-
quired for the connection check.
Connection to SmartGate using Wi-Fi direct
This type of connection is intended for external devices running the Android
operating system.
Connection set-up
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
In the external device that is to be connected to, start the SmartGate appli- cation.
›
In the application, change the connection type to Wi-Fi direct.
›
Then follow the instructions in the manual, which is included in the
SmartGate application.
The password for the connection to SmartGate _... 1)
includes the last six digits
of the vehicle identification number » page 44.
With SmartGate, a maximum of two external devices can be connected simul-
taneously using Wi-Fi direct, with as many launched ŠKODA applications as re-
quired.
If you want to connect to SmartGate in a different vehicle, you must make a
new connection in the SmartGate application.
Disconnection
The connection can be switched off in one of the following ways.›
Switch off the ignition for longer than 5 seconds (for vehicles with a starter
button, switch off the engine and open the driver's door).
›
End the connection in the SmartGate application.
›
Switch off Wi-Fi in the connected external device.
Automatic connection
If the external device once had a connection with SmartGate, then the connec-
tion is automatically restored after the ignition is started.
SmartGate web interface
SmartGate parameters can be set in the SmartGate web interface.
The following address must be entered in the web browser of the external de-
vice that is connected with SmartGate.
HTTP://192.168.123.1
The setting changes are only effective after tapping the buttons “Save” →
“Reboot”.
Password/PIN code
The password for the Wi-Fi connection preset by the factory is the complete
vehicle identification number (entered in upper case); the PIN code for the Wi-
Fi direct connection is the last 6 digits of the vehicle identification number.
After changing the password/PIN, the connection to SmartGate must be re-es-
tablished on the external device to be connected using the new password or
new PIN code.
Changing the password for the Wi-Fi connection
›
Open the SmartGate web interface » page 44, SmartGate web interface .
›
In the menu item, enter“WPA / WPA2 key:” the new password (8 to 63 alpha-
numeric characters and special characters, small and capital letters) .
›
Confirm the password change by tapping on the “Save” interface. 
1)
The last 6 characters of the VIN vehicle identification number of your vehicle are displayed at position
....
44Using the system

›To
open from the inside , pull the door opening lever B and push the door
away from you.›
To lock from the inside , grab handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■
The door must be closed properly, otherwise it could open whilst the ve-
hicle is in motion - can be fatal!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - there is a risk of death!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on an incline – risk of injury!
Child safety lock
Fig. 34
Rear door: Child safety system switch on / off
Read and observe
and on page 46 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in-
side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
›
To turn on the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position 
» Fig. 34 .
›
To turn off the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position 
.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 46 first.
Synchronise remote
If the buttons on the remote control key have been depressed several times
beyond the effective range of the equipment or the battery has been replaced
in the remote control key and the vehicle cannot be unlocked with the remote
control, the key must be synchronised.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then illuminates for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
A failure in the central locking system can lead the vehicle doors and the boot
lid can emergency lock or emergency release » page 148.
Failure of the system KESSY
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the appropriate error message is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, a message appears in the display of the instrument cluster referring to the need to replace the battery. Replace
the battery » page 148.
Anti-theft alarm system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Alarm trigger
50
Interior monitor and towing protection
50
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to as alarm).
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release. 
49Unlocking and opening

Opening / closing the boot lidFig. 36
Opening / closing tailgate
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
›
To open the lid, press » Fig. 36button
A
in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
To close , grab the mount
B
and pull in the direction of arrow
3
.
Note
Button A » Fig. 36 is disabled when starting off or driving at a speed of over 5
km/h. The button is reactivated when the vehicle has stopped and a door is
opened.
Delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 50 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the button 
on the key, then the boot lid is
automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically.Window operation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mechanical windows
52
Electric windows
52
Force limiter
53
Operational faults
53
The window can be operated mechanically by means of the handle attached to
the respective door panel.
Depending on equipment the windows can be operated electrically from the
following locations; the window in the front doors or all windows from the
driver's seat and also via the buttons for the windows in the passenger door or
the rear doors.
WARNING■ Always close the window carefully and in a controlled manner. Otherwise
these could cause severe crushing injuries!■
Power windows in the driver's door and the rear doors are equipped with
a force limiter » page 53. If there is an obstacle, the closing process is
stopped and the window goes down by several centimetres. However, the
windows should be closed carefully – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ Keep the windows clean (free of ice and similar) to ensure the correct func-
tionality of the electric windows.■
Always close the electric windows before disconnecting the battery.
Note
If the windows are opened, dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle
and in addition the wind noise is more at certain speeds.51Unlocking and opening

Mechanical windowsFig. 37
Window operation: Left / Right
Read and observe
and on page 51 first.
›
To open , turn the crank in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 37 .
›
To close , turn the crank in the direction of arrow
B
.
Electric windows
Fig. 38
Buttons for window-openers: Version 1/version 2
Fig. 39
Window winder button
Read and observe and on page 51 first.
The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is
switched on.
Depending on the equipment configuration, the front windows - variant 1 or
the front and rear windows - variant 2 will be operated by pressing/pulling the
buttons in the driver´s door » Fig. 38.
The window in the front passenger door and the windows in the rear doors
(variant 2) are operated via the button in each door.
Electric window buttons » Fig. 38
Left front door
Right front door
Left rear door
Right rear door
Deactivate/activate the buttons in the rear doors (the deactivation may be
advantageous if, for example, children are transported on the rear seats)
›
To open , lightly press the appropriate button down and hold it until the win-
dow has moved into the desired position.
›
To close , pull gently on the top edge of the corresponding button and hold
until the window has moved into the desired position.
The driver's window can be automatically opened & closed fully by pushing or
pulling the button up to the stop. Renewed pushing/pulling of the button cau-
ses the window to stop immediately.
›
To deactivate/activate the buttons in the rear doors, press the
E
button.
When the buttons are disabled in the rear doors, the warning light  in the
button
E
illuminates.
ABCDE52Using the system

Hazard warning light systemFig. 44
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 53 first.
›
To switch on/off , press the
 button
» Fig. 44 .
When first switched on, the turn signal lights and the warning light  buttons
all flash at the same time as 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.
When the hazard warning system is on and the indicator light is switched on
(e.g. when turning), the hazard warning lights are switched off temporarily and
only the turn signal flashes on the relevant side of the vehicle 1)
.
Parking light
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
The side light is provided for lighting of the parked vehicle.
Switching on the side light  on one side
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press the lever all the way into position
 or
 until it stops
» Fig. 41 on
page 55 .
The parking light is turned on on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Switching on the side light on both sides ›Switch on the ignition and turn the light switch into the position
 » page 54 , the parking lights are turned on.›
Switch off the ignition and lock the vehicle.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds. After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the au-
dible warning is turned off.
CAUTION
■ Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.■The parking lights may switch off automatically due to a low battery charge.
If the two-sided parking lights are switched on when the ignition is off, the
parking lights will not switch on automatically.
Driving abroad
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is neces-
sary to have the headlights adapted by a specialist garage.
Interior lighting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior light
58
LED front interior lights
58
Interior lighting, rear
58
The inner lighting also works if the ignition is switched off. With the ignition
switched off, the lights will automatically switch off after approximately after
10 minutes.
1)
Valid only when comfort signalling is activated » page 55.
57Lights and visibility