2016 SKODA RAPID fuel cap

Coolant temperature gaugeFig. 19
Coolant temperature gauge
Applies to cars with the instrument cluster - Version 1 » Fig. 17 on page 28 .
The display » Fig. 19 only works if the ignition is switched on.
Cold range - the pointer is in the range
A
, the engine has not yet reached its
operating temperature. Avoid high speeds and high engine loads.
Operating range - the pointer is in the range
B
.
High temperature range - the pointer is in the range
C
. The coolant tempera-
ture is too high. The warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster 
» page 35 .
Fuel gauge
Fig. 20
Fuel gauge: in the instrument cluster / the display of the instru-
ment cluster
The display » Fig. 20 only works if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres.
If the fuel level reaches the reserve level A or B, the warning light  illumi-
nates in the instrument cluster » page 33.WARNINGFor the vehicle systems to function correctly, and thus for safe driving,
there must be sufficient fuel in the tank. Never drain the fuel tank com-
pletely – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! Irregular supply of fuel can
cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the ex-
haust system.
Note
■ After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous
curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indi-
cates a fraction less.■
The arrow 
next to the symbol 
within the fuel gauge displays the installa-
tion location of the fuel filler on the right side of the vehicle.
Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
30
 Braking system
30
 Front seat belt warning light
30

 Power steering / steering lock (engine start push-button)
31
 Stability control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
31
 Traction control (TCS) deactivated
32
 Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
32
 Rear fog light
32
 Emission control system
32
 Preheating unit (diesel)
32
 Control of the engine electronics (petrol engine)
32
 Airbag system
32
 Tyre pressure
33
 Fuel reserve
33

29Instruments and warning lights

■Covers on electrically heated seats
■ Do not clean either with water or with other liquids - risk of damage to the
heating system.
■ Do not dry by switching on the heating.■
Seat belts
■ After cleaning the belts, allow them to dry before retracting them.
Note
During vehicle use, some minor changes may become visible on the leather
and Alcantara ®
(due to e.g. folds, discolouration).Inspecting and replenishing
Fuel
 Introduction
Fig. 143
Stickers showing the prescribed
fuel
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Petrol and diesel refuelling
124
Unleaded petrol
124
Diesel fuel
125
The correct fuel for your vehicle is specified on the inside of the fuel filler flap
» Fig. 143 .
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres, including a reserve of approx.
7 litres .
WARNINGThe fuel and fuel vapours are explosive - it can be fatal!
CAUTION
■
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! Irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the
exhaust system.■
Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled onto the vehicle's paintwork –
risk of paint damage.
■
If you would like to operate your vehicle in a country other than the one for
which it was intended, please talk to a ŠKODA Partner. They will tell you
whether the fuel specified by the manufacturer is offered in that country
and/or whether the manufacturer will sanction operating the vehicle with an-
other fuel.
123Inspecting and replenishing

Petrol and diesel refuellingFig. 144
Open fuel filler flap / unscrew tank cap / place the tank cap on
the fuel filler flap
Read and observe
and on page 123 first.
Perform the refuelling under the following conditions. The vehicle is unlocked.
The ignition is switched off.
›
Press the fuel filler flap in direction of arrow
1
and fold in the direction of
arrow
2
» Fig. 144 .
›
Unscrew the tank cap in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the tank cap and place on top of the fuel filler flap in direction of ar-
row
4
.
›
Insert the pump nozzle into the fuel filler tube as far as it will go.
The fuel tank is full as soon as the pump nozzle switches off for the first time.
Do not continue refuelling.
›
Remove the pump nozzle from the fuel filler neck and put it back in the
pump.
›
Place the filler cap onto the fuel filler neck and turn it in the opposite direc-
tion to the arrow until it securely engages
3
.
›
Close the fuel filler flap until it clicks into place.
Unleaded petrol
Read and observe
and on page 123 first.
The correct fuel for your vehicle is specified on the inside of the fuel filler flap
» Fig. 143 on page 123 .
The vehicle can only operate with unleaded petrol that meets standard EN
228 1)
and contains maximum 10% bioethanol (E10).
Prescribed fuel 95 / min. 92 and 93 RON / ROZ
We recommend using petrol 95 RON.
Optionally, the petrol 92 or. 93 RON can be used (slight power loss, a slightly
increased fuel consumption).
In an emergency , petrol 91 RON can be used (slight power loss, slightly in-
creased fuel consumption) »
.
Specified petrol is unleaded, min. 95 RON / RON
Use min. 95 RON petrol.
In an emergency , 91 . 92 or 93 RON petrol can be used (slight loss of power,
slightly increased fuel consumption) »
.
Prescribed petrol 98/(95) RON / RON
We recommend using petrol 98 RON.
Optionally, petrol 95 RON can be used (slight power loss, a slightly increased
fuel consumption).
In an emergency , 91 . 92 or 93 RON petrol can be used (slight loss of power,
slightly increased fuel consumption) »
.
CAUTION
The following instructions must be observed, otherwise there is a risk of dam-
age to the engine and to the exhaust system.■
When petrol with a lower than the prescribed octane is used, only continue
driving at mid-range engine speeds and with minimal strain on the engine. Re-
fuel using petrol of the prescribed octane number as soon as possible. 
1)
In Germany also DIN 51626-1 or E10 for unleaded petrol with octane number 91 or 95 or DIN 51626-2 or E5
for unleaded petrol with octane number 95 and 98.
124General Maintenance

Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into
the engine compartment on the right hand suspension strut dome. This num-
ber is also located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen
(together with a VIN bar code), and on the type plate.
The VIN number can also be displayed in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual - In-
fotainment .
Engine number
The engine number (three-digit identifier and serial number) is stamped on the
engine block.
Supplementary Information (applies to Russia)
The full type approval number of the means of transport is indicated in the
registration documents, field 17.
Maximum permissible trailer weight
The listed maximum allowable trailer weight is only valid for altitudes up to
1000 m above sea level.
The engine output falls as altitude increases, as does the vehicle's climbing
power. Therefore, for every additional 1000 m in height (or part), the maximum
permissible towed weight must be reduced by 10%.
The towed weight is made up of the actual weights of the loaded towing vehi-
cle and the loaded trailer.WARNINGDo not exceed the specified maximum permissible weights – risk of acci-
dent and damage!
Operating weight
This value is only a guide value and corresponds to the lowest possible operat-
ing weight without any equipment added that would also increase the weight
(e.g. air conditioning, emergency or spare wheel etc.). It also includes a weight
allowance for the driver (75 kg), the weight of the operating fluids, the tool kit
and a fuel tank filled to 90% capacity.
1011Operating weightEngineTransmissionOperating weight (kg)1.2 ltr./66 kW TSIMG1165DSG11991.2 l/81 kW TSIMG11851.4 l/92 kW TSIDSG1217DSG (Green tec)12261.6 l./66 kW MPIMG11501.6 l./81 kW MPIMG1165AG12051.4 l/66 kW TDI CRMG1234DSG12551.6 l/85 kW TDI CRMG1280
Note
If required, you can find out the precise weight of your vehicle at a specialist
garage.
Payload
It is possible to calculate the approximate maximum payload from the differ-
ence between the permissible total weight and the operating weight.
The payload consists of the following weights.
▶ The weight of the passengers.
▶ The weight of all items of luggage and other loads.
▶ The weight of the roof, including the roof rack system.
▶ The weight of the equipment that is excluded from the operating weight.
▶ Trailer draw-bar load when towing a trailer (max. 50 kg).
Measurement of fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions according to
ECE Regulations and EU Directives
The data on fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions were not available at the
time of going to press.
The data on fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions are given on the ŠKODA
websites or in the sales and technical vehicle documentation. 
161Technical data

Tyre size136
U
Unlock Individual settings
48
Key46
Unlocking Central locking button
47
In case of emergency148
KESSY47
Remote control46
Unlocking and locking45
Unlock steering lock83
USB67
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
117
Useful equipment Clothes hook
72
Cup holders68
Glasses compartment71
Multimedia holder70
Useful features 12-volt socket in the interior
70
12-volt socket in the luggage compartment70
Ashtray69
Cigarette lighter69
Pockets72
Reflective vest138
Storage compartment66
Ticket holder66
V
Vehicle battery Automatic shutdown of consumers
131
charging132
Safety instructions131
Vehicle care119
Vehicle cleaning119
Vehicle Condition See Auto Check Control
38
Vehicle data sticker160
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
160
Vehicle dimensions163
Vehicle height163
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)160
Vehicle length163
Vehicle tool kit139
Vehicle width163
Vest138
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
160
Visibility58
Visors59
Voice control See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
W
Warning lights
29
Warning of a low temperature36
Warning symbols see Warning lights
29
Warning triangle138
warning when speeding40
Warranty4
Waste container68
Weather conditions115
Weights160, 161
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
141
Caps141
Loosening and tightening142
Wheels133
Changing139
Full trim141
Load Index136
Snow chains137
Speed symbol136
Tyre age133
Tyre damage133
Tyre pressure134
Tyre storage133
Unidirectional tyres134
Winter tyres136
Wi-Fi43
See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment6
Wi-Fi direct44
Window Operate
51
Windscreen - heating59
Windscreen washer fluid Refilling
127
Warning light36
Windscreen washer system59
Windscreen wipers and washers59
Activation60
Add fluid127
Automatic rear window wiper60
Operation60
Replacing the windscreen wiper blade150
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades150
Service position of the windscreen wiper arms 150
Winter operation
136
All-year tyres136
Car battery132
Diesel fuel125
Snow chains137
Winter tyres136
Winter tyres136
Wipers and washer Warning light for windscreen washer fluid level 36
Wiping interval
60
175Index