2016 SKODA RAPID seat adjustment

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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Table of Contents
materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars4
On-board literature
6
Notes
7
Structure of the Owners Manual and further
information
8
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safe

Table of Contents
materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars4
On-board literature
6
Notes
7
Structure of the Owner's Manual and further
information
8
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
10
General information
10
Correct and safe seated position
10
Seat belts
12
Using seat belts
12
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
14
Airbag system
15
Description of the airbag system
15
Airbag deactivation
18
Transporting children safely
19
Child seat
19
Fastening systems
22
Using the system
Cockpit
27
Overview
26
Instruments and warning lights
28
Instrument cluster
28
Warning lights
29
Information system
37
Driver information system
37
Operation of the information system
39Driving data (Multifunction display)39MAXI DOT display41
Service interval display
42
SmartGate
43
Unlocking and opening
45
Unlocking and locking
45
Anti-theft alarm system
49
Luggage compartment lid
50
Window operation
51
Lights and visibility
53
Lights
53
Interior lighting
57
Visibility
58
Windscreen wipers and washers
59
Rear view mirror
61
Seats and head restraints
62
Front seats
62
Rear seats
63
Headrests
64
Seat heaters
65
Useful features
66
Interior fittings
66
Tablet holder
73
Transport of cargo
74
Luggage compartment and transporting
objects
74
Transportation on the roof rack
78
Heating and ventilation
79
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
79
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
83
Starting and stopping the engine
83
START-STOPsystem
85Brakes and parking86Manual gear changing and pedals88
Automatic gearbox
89
Running in and economical driving
91
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
92
Assist systems
93
General information
93
Braking and stabilisation systems
93
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
96
Reversing camera
98
Cruise Control System
100
Speed limiter
101
Front Assist
102
Fatigue detection
105
Tyre pressure monitoring
106
Towing device and trailer
108
Hitch
108
Use the towing device
112
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
115
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
115
Service intervals
117
Cleaning and care
119
Inspecting and replenishing
123
Fuel
123
Engine compartment
125
Engine oil
128
Coolant
129
Brake fluid
130
Vehicle battery
131
Wheels
133
Wheels and tyres
133
Operating in winter conditions
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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual 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):
▶ D

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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Operating the light functionFig. 40
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 53 first.
To switch on/off the lights, turn the
A
» Fig. 40 switch to

Operating the light functionFig. 40
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 53 first.
To switch on/off the lights, turn the
A
» Fig. 40 switch to one of the following
positions (equipment-dependent).
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Switching lights on/off automatically » page 55
Switching on the parking lights or parking lights on both sides » page 57
Switch on low beam
To adjust the headlight range control , turn dial
B
» Fig. 40 in line with the
vehicle load » .
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions - other-
wise risk of accident.■
The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.
■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note■ If, with a dipped beam, the ignition is turned off, then the dipped beam will
automatically switch off 1)
and the parking lights illuminate. The parking lights
are switched off when the ignition key is removed (for vehicles with the KESSY
system, after opening the driver's door).■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
The daytime running light (hereinafter referred to as "function") lights the
front and rear vehicle area (only valid for some countries).
The lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met. The light switch is in the position  or
 .
The ignition is switched on.
The function is activated.
Activating/deactivating function on vehicles with Infotainment
This function can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » Owner´s
Manual - Infotainment .
Deactivating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
With the ignition switched off, pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push down and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition and hold the lever in the above position until an audi-
ble signal (about 3 s) can be heard.
Activating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
With the ignition switched off, pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push up and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition and hold the lever in the above position until an audi-
ble signal (about 3 s) can be heard.
WARNINGAlways switch on the low beam when visibility is poor.1)
Does not apply to the position , as long as the conditions are met for the COMING HOME function
» page 56 .
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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Exterior mirrorsFig. 52
Exterior mirror operation: mechanical / electrical
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
The outer mirror surfaces are (depending on the vehicle specification) mechan-
ically o

Exterior mirrorsFig. 52
Exterior mirror operation: mechanical / electrical
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
The outer mirror surfaces are (depending on the vehicle specification) mechan-
ically or electrically adjustable.
›
To set the mirror surface, move the knob in the direction of arrows » Fig. 52.
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by carefully pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
The knob for the electrically adjustable mirrors can be moved to the following
positions » Fig. 52 -
 .
Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror
Switch off mirror control
Adjust the right-hand exterior mirror
Exterior mirror heater (only operates when the engine is running)
Folding in the exterior mirrors
The mirror can be manually folded in towards the side window. To put it back
into its original position, it should be folded back from the side window until it
audibly clicks into place.
WARNINGDo not toucsh the exterior mirror surfaces, if the exterior mirror heating is
switched on - hazard of burning.Seats and head restraints
Front seats
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats
62
Setting the armrest height
63WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – otherwise
risk of accident!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 53
Control elements on the seat
Read and observe on page 62 first.
The seats can be adjusted by the pulling or pressing the operating element in
the direction of the arrows » Fig. 53.
Adjusting the seat in the longitudinal direction (after releasing the control
lever must lock audibly)
Adjusting height of seat
Adjust the tilt of the backrest (when adjusting the backrest take off any
pressure, and select the required tilt using your back)
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.ABC62Using the system

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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Fold down armrestFig. 56
Fold down armrest
The armrest can be folded down by pulling on the loop
A
in the direction of
arrow » Fig. 56 .
Headrests

Introduction
This chapter contains informati

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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Cargo elementsFig. 93
Removing cargo elements / example on how to mount the load by
means of the cargo element
Read and observe
and on page 75 first.
The cargo elements are designed for mounting a

Cargo elementsFig. 93
Removing cargo elements / example on how to mount the load by
means of the cargo element
Read and observe
and on page 75 first.
The cargo elements are designed for mounting and securing loads with a max-imum gross weight of 8 kg.
›
To use , remove the cargo elements in the direction of the arrows » Fig. 93 -
 .
›
Use the cargo elements to secure the load as close as possible to the rear
seats » Fig. 93 
.
›
After use, secure the cargoelements in their original position.
Floor covering on both sides
Read and observe
and on page 75 first.
You can fit a double-sided floor covering in the luggage compartment. One
side is made of fabric, the other side is washable (suitable for transporting wet
or dirty items).
Class N1 vehicles
Read and observe
and on page 75 first.
In class N1 vehicles that are not fitted with a protective grille, a lashing set that
complies with the EN 12195 standard (1 - 4) must be used for fastening the
load.
Proper functioning of the electrical installation is essential for safe vehicle op-
eration. It is important to ensure that the electrical installation is not damaged
during the adjustment process or when the storage area is being loaded and
unloaded.
Transportation on the roof rack
Fig. 94
Attachment points
The attachment points
A
and
B
are located on both sides of the vehicle
» Fig. 94 .
The mounting and dismounting of the basic carrier is carried out according to
the instructions provided.
Roof load
The maximum permitted weight of the load incl. carriers is 75 kg.
WARNINGThe following instructions must be observed to aid road safety when trans- porting cargo on the roof rack.■
Always distribute the load on the roof rack evenly and secure properly
with suitable lashing straps or tensioning straps.
■
When transporting heavy objects or objects which take up a large area on
the roof rack system, handling of the car may change as a result of the dis-
placement of the centre of gravity. The style of driving and speed must
therefore be adapted to the current circumstances.
■
The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstance – risk of acci-
dent! 
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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Fuse arrangement in the dashboardFig. 180
Fuses: LHD / RHD
Read and observe
and on page 151 first.
No.Power consumer1Light - left2Central locking, front and rear window washer system (only with
KE

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SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owners Manual Index
A
ABS Operation
94
Warning light32
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
117
Accessories115
Adjusting Steering wheel
11
Adjusting the seats10
Adjustment Beam range
54
Advance warning / emerg

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