2016 SKODA RAPID rims

Disconnect/reconnect and changeRead and observe
and on page 131 first.
The new vehicle battery must have the same capacity, voltage, current and
size as the original battery.
We recommend you have the battery replaced by a specialist garage.
›
To disconnect , switch off the ignition and disconnect the negative terminal
first 
, then disconnect the positive terminal 
.
›
To reconnect , reconnect the positive terminal first 
, then reconnect the
negative terminal 
.
After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, the following func-
tions or devices are partially or completely inoperative.
Function / deviceCommissioningElectric windows» page 53Time settings» page 38
CAUTION
■ Disconnect the battery only with the ignition and consumers turned off - risk
of damaging the electrical system of the vehicle.■
Before disconnecting the battery, always close all the electric windows -
there is a risk of malfunction.
■
Under no circumstances mix up the charging cables – risk of fire.
Note
After disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery, we recommend hav-
ing the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality of
the vehicle is guaranteed.Wheels
Wheels and tyres
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Advice on tyre/wheel usage
133
Tyre pressure
134
Tyre wear and wheel change
135
Spare wheel
135
Spare wheel
135
Tyre marking
136
Advice on tyre/wheel usage
During the first 500 km, new tyres do not offer optimum grip; appropriate care
should therefore be taken when driving.
Tyres with the deeper profiles should always be fitted to the front wheels.
Rims and wheel bolts are matched to each other in terms of design. We rec-
ommend that you use rims and wheel bolts from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Wheels and tyres should always be stored in a cool, dry and dark place. The
tyres themselves should be stored vertically.
Tyre life
Tyres age and lose their original characteristics, even if they are not being
used. We recommend that you do not use tyres that are more than 6 years old.
The manufacturing date is indicated on the tyre sidewall (possibly on the in-
side ). For example, DOT ... 10 16... means, for example, that the tyre was manu-
factured in the 10. week of 2016.
Tyre damage
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’s profile immediately (e.g. small stones).
Foreign bodies which have penetrated into the tyre (e.g. screws or nails)
should not be removed and help should be sought from a specialist garage. 
133Wheels

Fitting new tyres
Only fit approved radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and
the same tread pattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When mounting new tyres the tyres have to be replaced axle by axle.
Unidirectional tyres
The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the
tyre .
The specified running direction must be strictly adhered to, otherwise the fol-
lowing tyre characteristics may be degraded. ▶ Driving stability.
▶ Traction.
▶ Tyre noise and tyre wear.WARNING■ Never use tyres if you do not know anything about their condition and
age - risk of accidents.■
Never drive with damaged tyres – there is the risk of an accident occur-
ring.
CAUTION
■ The tyres must be protected from contact with substances (e.g. 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.■
Do not use rims with ground or polished surfaces in winter conditions - there
is a risk of rim damage (e.g through salt spreading).
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres be carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use tyres, snow chains and full wheel trims from
ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Tyre pressureFig. 152
Label with a table of tyre sizes and tyre pressure value / inflate
tyres
The prescribed tyre inflation is on the sticker with pictograms
A
» Fig. 152 (for
some countries, the pictograms are replaced with a text).
Tyre pressure is always to match the load .
Inflation pressure for half load
Inflation pressure for environmentally friendly operation (slightly lower
fuel consumption and emissions)
Inflation pressure for full load
Tyre diameter in inches
This information serves merely as information for the prescribed tyre pres-
sure. This is not a list of shared tyre sizes for your vehicle. These are in the
vehicle's technical documentation, in the declaration of conformity (in so-
called COC document) and listed on the vehicle data » page 160.
Tyre pressure value on the front axle
Tyre pressure value on the rear axle
Check tyre pressures
Check the tyre pressure (including that of the emergency or spare wheel) at
least once a month and also before setting off on a long journey.
Always check the inflation pressure when the tyres are cold. Do not reduce the
higher pressure on warm tyres.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, tyre pressure values must be saved
each time the pressures are changed » page 106. 
BCDEFG134General Maintenance

Snow chains
The snow chains improve handling in wintry road conditions.
Remove the full wheel trims before installing the snow chains » page 141.
Snow chains must only be fitted on the front wheels and are applicable only to
the following wheel / tyre combinations.Rim sizeImpression depth DTyre size5J x 1435 mm175/70 R14
Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 9 mm.
Rim sizeImpression depth DTyre size6J x 1538 mm185/60 R15
Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 12 mm.
WARNINGDo not use chains on snow and ice-free routes - the handling would be im-
paired and there is a risk of damage to the tyres.137Wheels

WARNINGAlways properly secure the fire extinguisher - there is a risk of injury in the
event of sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
Vehicle tool kit
Fig. 157
Vehicle tool kit
The box with the tool kit is located in the storage compartment for the spare
wheel and may be secured with tape, depending on specification.
Depending on the equipment, not all the components listed in the on-board
tool kit have to be contained in it.
Screwdriver
Spanner for removing and installing the tail light
Top section for the anti-theft wheel bolts
Towing eyelet
Clamps for removing the wheel trims
Jack with sign
Wheel wrench
Extraction pliers for the wheel bolt caps
Breakdown kit
123456789WARNING■ The factory-supplied lifting jack is only intended for your model of vehicle.
Under no circumstances attempt to lift other vehicles or loads with it –
there is a risk of injury.■
Always stow the tool safely in the box and make sure that it is attached
with the belt to the spare wheel - otherwise it could cause injury to the oc-
cupants if breaking suddenly or colliding with another vehicle.
CAUTION
Screw the jack back to its starting position prior to putting it back in its box -
risk of damage to the box.
Note
The declaration of conformity is included with the jack or the log folder.
Changing a wheel
Preliminary work
For safety's sake, the following instructions must be observed before
changing a wheel on the road.
›
Park the vehicle as far as possible away from the traffic flow - choose a place
with a flat and firm surface.
›
Switch off the engine.
›
For vehicles with manual transmission , select 1st gear .
›
For vehicles with automatic transmission , place the selector lever in the P
position.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle at the
prescribed distance.
›
Have all the occupants get out . The passengers should not stand on the
road while the wheel is being changed (they should remain behind a crash
barrier, for instance).
›
Uncouple any trailers.
Changing a wheel
›
Take out the emergency or spare wheel » page 140.
›
Remove the full wheel trim » page 141 or caps » page 141 .
›
Loosen the wheel bolts » page 142 » . 
139Emergency equipment and self-help

Full wheel trim
Remove trim›
Hang the clamps for removing the full wheel trims on the edge of the full
wheel trim.
›
Push the wheel wrench through the clamp, support on the tyre and pull off
the wheel trim.
Install trim
›
Press the wheel trim onto the wheel rim at the designated valve opening.
›
Then press the trim into the wheel rim until its entire circumference locks
correctly in place.
The position of the anti-theft wheel bolt is indicated by means of a symbol on
the back of the wheel trim supplied ex-factory or from the ŠKODA Original Ac-
cessories. If using the anti-theft wheel bolt, it should be fitted at this point
»
.
WARNINGIf wheel trims are fitted, an adequate flow of air must be assured in order
to cool the brake system - otherwise risk of accident.
CAUTION
■ If the wheel trim is positioned outside the position marked for the anti-theft
wheel bolt, there is a risk of damaging the wheel cover.■
Only use manual pressure and do not hit the full wheel trim – there is a risk
of damaging the trim.
Note
We recommend that you use wheel trims from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Wheel bolts
Fig. 159
Remove the cap
› To
remove the cap , insert the extraction pliers as far as they will go on the
cap and pull them out in the direction of arrow » Fig. 159.›
To install , insert the cap onto the wheel bolt as far as it will go.
Anti-theft wheel bolts
Fig. 160
Anti-theft wheel bolt and attach-
ment
The anti-theft wheel bolts protect the wheels from theft. This can only be » Fig. 160 loosened / tightened with attachment
B
.
›
Insert the attachment
B
» Fig. 160 as far as it will go on the anti-theft wheel
bolt
A
.
›
Insert the key as far as it will go onto attachment
B
and loosen / tighten the
wheel bolt.
›
Remove the attachment.
The attachment for the anti-theft wheel bolts must always be kept in the ve-
hicle in case of a possible wheel change.
For wheel trims supplied ex-factory or from ŠKODA Original Accessories, the
anti-theft wheel bolt should be installed in the position marked on the back of
the wheel trim » page 141.
Note
The attachment and the anti-theft wheel bolts are provided with a code num-
ber. A replacement attachment can be ordered from ŠKODA Genuine Accesso-
ries using this.141Emergency equipment and self-help

Replacing light bulbs for fog lightsFig. 189
Removing / replacing the fog light bulb
Read and observe
and on page 154 first.
Removing the protective grille and headlight
›
Insert the clamps for removing the full wheel trims into opening
A
» Fig. 189 .
›
Pull on the hook in the direction of arrow
1
to remove the protective grille
in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 189 .
›
Unscrew the screws
B
with the screwdriver from the tool kit.
›
With the key
2
» page 139 , Vehicle tool kit , unlock the locking
C
in direction
of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the headlight in the direction of arrow
4
.
Replacing the light bulb
›
Press the latch on the connector in the direction of arrow
5
» Fig. 189 .
›
Remove the key in the direction of the arrow
6
.
›
Turn the socket with the bulb to the stop in the direction of the arrow
7
.
›
Remove the socket with the bulb in the direction of arrow
8
.
›
Insert the new bulb into the headlight and turn counter to the direction of
arrow
7
as far as the stop.
›
Attach the connector.
Insert the headlight and grille›Replace the fog light by inserting it in the opposite direction of the arrow 4
» Fig. 189 and tightening.
›
Insert the guard and push it gently until it locks into place.
Changing the bulb for the licence plate light
Fig. 190
Removing the licence plate light / replacing the bulb
Read and observe
and on page 154 first.
›
Push the light in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 190 until it is released.
›
Swivel out the lamp in the direction of the arrow
2
and remove it.
›
Remove the faulty bulb from the holder in the direction of the arrow
3
.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder.
›
Reinsert the lamp in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
.
›
Push on the light until the spring clicks into place.
Note
On vehicles with license plate light, a specialist should be consulted in the
event of an LED failure.157Fuses and light bulbs

Removing/inserting the taillightFig. 191
Remove light / pull out connector
Read and observe
and on page 154 first.
Removing
›
Open the boot lid.
›
Insert the clamps for removing the full wheel trims into opening
A
» Fig. 191 .
›
Remove the cover by pulling the hook in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Unscrew the screws
B
with the key from the tool kit.
›
Grasp the lamp and carefully remove in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Press the latch on the connector in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Carefully remove the connector from the tail lamp assembly in the direction
of the arrow
4
.
Fitting
›
Insert the connector into the light and lock it securely.
›
Insert the lamp with the pin
B
» Fig. 192 on page 158 into the recesses
C
» Fig. 191 in the body.
›
Carefully push the cover in » .
›
Screw the lamp into place and install the cover. The cover must engage se-
curely.
› Close the boot lid.
CAUTION
■
When installing the light, ensure that the cable bundle does not become
pinched between the body and the lamp – risk of damage to the electrical in-
stallation and risk of water ingress.■
If you are not sure whether the cable bundle has become pinched, we recom-
mend that you have the light connection checked by a specialist garage.
■
Ensure that the vehicle paintwork and the tail lamp are not damaged when
removing and installing the tail lamp.
Replacing the bulbs in the taillight assembly
Fig. 192
Outer part of the lamp/inner part of the lamp
Read and observe
and on page 154 first.
Outer part of the lamp
›
Turn the holder with the bulb
A
» Fig. 192 in the direction of the arrow
1
.
›
Remove the holders with the bulbs from the light housing in the direction of
the arrow
2
.
›
Reinsert the holder with the bulb into the light housing and turn in the oppo-
site direction of the arrow
1
to the stop.
Inner parts of the lamp
›
Unlock the bulb holder using the marked area with arrows » Fig. 192 and re-
move the bulb holder from the light.
›
Turn the respective light bulb counter-clockwise to the stop and remove it
from the bulb holder.
›
Insert a new bulb into the holder and turn in a clockwise direction to the
stop.
›
Insert the bulb holder in the tail lamp assembly. 
158Do-it-yourself

R
Radio See Owner´s Manual - Infotainment
6
Raise vehicle142
Rear fog light56
Warning light32
Rear seats63
Rear view camera Function keys
99
Orientation lines99
Rear View Camera Operation
99
Rear view mirror61
Rear window - heating59
Refilling Coolant
130
Engine oil129
Windscreen washer fluid127
Reflective vest138
Refuelling124
Fuel124
Remote Change battery
148
Synchronisation process49
Remote control Unlocking/locking the vehicle
46
Removing the bar ball, Step 1
111
bar ball, Step 2111
Repairs and technical alterations115
Replacing Bulbs
154
Fuses151
Windscreen wiper blades150
Rev counter28
Reversing camera98
Rims133
Roof Load78
Roof rack78
Running in Brake pads
86
Engine91
Tyres133
S
SafeLock
48
Safety10
Airbag15
Child safety19
Child safety seats19
Correct seated position10
Headrests64
ISOFIX22, 23
TOP TETHER24
SAFE, SAFELOCK See SafeLock
48
Saving electrical energy91
Saving fuel91
SD card See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Seat belt height adjustment
13
Warning light34
Seat belts12
Belt tensioners14
fastening and unfastening14
Inertia reels14
Warning light30
Seats Adjusting the front seats
62
Front62
Front armrest63
Headrests64
Heating65
Rear63
Rear armrest64
Rear seat backrests63
Setting62
Seats and head restraint62
Selector lever89
Selector lever control89
Selector lever lock Warning light
34
Service115
Service interval display42
Warning light37
Service intervals117
Service plan118
Setting Headrests
64
Mirror61, 62
Seat belt height13
Seats62
Setting the Clock
38
Shifting Tiptronic
90
SmartGate Connection via Wi-Fi
43
introductory information43
Password/PIN code change44
Setting44
Wi-Fi direct44
SmartLink See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Snow chains137
sockets 12-volt socket in the luggage compartment
70
Sockets 12-volt socket in the interior
70
Sound See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment
6
Spare wheel135
Removing / stowing140
173Index