2016 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK engine oil

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
59
Windscreen wipers and washers
60
Rear view mirror
61
Seats and head restraints
63
Front seats
63
Rear seats
64
Headrests
65
Seat heaters
66
Useful features
67
Interior fittings
67
Tablet holder
74
Transport of cargo
75
Luggage compartment and transporting
objects
75
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
80
Transportation on the roof rack
81
Heating and ventilation
82
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
82Driving
Starting-off and Driving86
Starting and stopping the engine
86
START-STOPsystem
88
Brakes and parking
89
Manual gear changing and pedals
91
Automatic gearbox
92
Running in and economical driving
94
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
95
Assist systems
96
General information
96
Braking and stabilisation systems
96
Parking assistance (ParkPilot)
99
Reversing camera
101
Speed control system
103
Speed limiter
104
Front Assist
105
Fatigue detection
108
Tyre pressure monitoring
109
Towing device and trailer
111
Hitch
111
Using the towing device
115
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
118
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
118
Service intervals
120
Cleaning and care
122
Inspecting and replenishing
126
Fuel
126
Engine compartment
128
Engine oil
130
Coolant
1312Table of Contents

Structure of the Owner's Manual and further
information
Structure of the manual
The operating manual is hierarchically divided into the following areas.
■ Section (e.g. Operating instructions) - the title of the section is shown down
in the left-hand corner
■ Main chapter (e.g. Checking and refilling) - the title of the main chapter is
shown down in the right-hand corner ■ Chapter (e.g. Engine oil)
■  Introductory information
- Module overview within the chapter, in-
troductory information about the chapter content and, where appropri-
ate, information relevant to the whole chapter
■ Module (e.g. Checking and refilling)
Information Search
When searching for information in the Owner´s Manual, we recommend using
the Index at the end of the manual.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the for-
ward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Units
The volume, weight, speed and length data are given in metric units, unless
otherwise indicated.
Display
In this Owner's Manual, the screen on the MAXI DOT display is used as the dis- play illustration, provided nothing is otherwise stated.
Help in an emergency
In case of breakdown, the breakdown service contact information required can be found in the following places.
▶ Contact details for the ŠKODA Partner (e.g. window sticker)
▶ Infotainment (Telephone- breakdown service / information service menu)
▶ ŠKODA mobile application
▶ ŠKODA web pages8Structure of the Owner's Manual and further information

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off
10
Driving safety
10
In this section of the instructions you will find important information on the
subject of passive safety. We have combined everything here which you
should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and anything similar.
Other important safety information can also be found in the subsequent sec-
tions of this Owner's Manual. The Owner's Manual should therefore always be
kept in the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
▶ Check the lights and turn signal lights are functioning correctly.
▶ Check the wiper function and the wiper blades for wear. Check the wind-
screen washer fluid level.
▶ Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
▶ Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure
that the mirrors are not covered.
▶ Check the tyre inflation pressure.
▶ Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
▶ Secure all items of luggage.
▶ Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle.
▶ Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
▶ Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
▶
Protect children using a suitable child seat » page 19, Transporting children
safely .
▶ Adopt the correct seated position. Tell your passengers to assume the cor-
rect seated position » page 10, Correct and safe seated position .
Driving safety
For safety in traffic, the following precautions must be observed. ▶ Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by
your passengers or mobile phone calls).
▶ Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol, drugs or similar).
▶ Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
▶ Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
▶ Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
Correct and safe seated position
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
The correct seating position for the driver
11
Adjusting the steering wheel position
11
Correct seating position for the front passenger
12
Correct seating position for the passengers in the rear seats
12
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the
correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not lean against the dash panel.
▶ Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death.
▶ Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
▶ Do not sit facing to one side.
▶ Do not lean out of the window.
▶ Do not put your limbs out of the window.
▶ Do not put your feet on the seat cushion. 
10Safety

  Turn signal system33 Trailer turn signal lights34

Fog lights
34
 Speed regulating system / speed limiter
34
 Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
34
 Main beam
34

Automatic gearbox
34
 Rear seat belt warning light
34
 Generator
34
 Coolant
35
 Engine oil pressure
35
 Engine oil level
35
 Lamp failure
36
 Diesel particle filter (diesel)
36
 Windscreen washer fluid level
36

 START-STOP system
36
 Display of a low temperature
36
 Distance warning (Front Assist)
36
 Advance warning / emergency braking (Front Assist)
37
 Service
37
The warning lights in the instrument cluster indicate certain functions or
faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test. If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go
out a few seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
The warning lights are at the following locations in the instrument cluster
» Fig. 17 on page 28 or » Fig. 18 on page 28 .
▶ Engine revolutions counter
1
▶Display
2
▶Speedometer
3
▶Bar with warning lights
4
Warning lights in the display
Depending on the importance the warning light  (danger) or
 (warning) illu-
minate along with some of the warning lights in the list with the warning
lights
4
» Fig. 17 on page 28 and » Fig. 18 on page 28 .
WARNING■
Ignoring illuminated indicator lights and related messages or instructions
in the instrument cluster display may lead to serious personal injury or
damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 57. Place the warning triangle at the prescribed
distance.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 128, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
 lights up – the hand brake has been applied.
An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 5 km/h while the
handbrake is still on.
▶ Release the handbrake.
Braking system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
 illuminates – the brake fluid level in the brake system is too low.
▶ Park the vehicle, 
stop driving! Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGA fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance -
risk of accident!
 Front seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
 lights up - the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
At a speed of over 25 km/h, the warning light 
flashes and an audible warning
sounds at the same time. 
30Using the system

▶As the battery discharges while driving, all non-essential electrical loads (e.g.
Infotainment) should be switched off.
▶ Continued driving is possible with appropriate caution. Seek assistance from
a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If in addition to the light  the light  lights up while driving,  stop driving -
risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage.
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Coolant level too low
  Illumi-
nates
Engine coolant please check! Log book!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶ Check the coolant level » page 132, Checking and refilling .
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light  lights
up again, there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light  lights up
again, 
stop driving!
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
Coolant temperature too high
  Illumi-
nates
Engine overheat. Stop! Log book!ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶ Continue your journey only after the warning light  has disappeared.
 Engine oil pressure
Read and observe
on page 30 first.

 flashes – the engine oil pressure is too low.
▶
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
▶ Even if the oil level is correct,  do not drive any further if the warning light
is flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If, under the given conditions, it is not possible to top up with engine oil, 
stop driving - there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek
assistance from a specialist garage.
 Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Engine oil level too low
  Illumi-
nates
Oil level: add oil!ADD OIL
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If the engine oil is not replenished, the warning light will come on again
after driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high
  Illumi-
nates
Reduce oil level!OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
▶ Continued driving is possible with appropriate caution. Seek assistance from
a specialist garage immediately.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
  Illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: Workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
▶ Continued driving is possible with appropriate caution. Seek assistance from
a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If, under the given conditions, it is not possible to top up with engine oil, 
stop driving - there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek
assistance from a specialist garage.35Instruments and warning lights

The units and the display of some information can be set in Infotainment
» Owner´s Manual - Infotainment .
Information overview
Overview of driving data (depending on the vehicle equipment).
Range - drive distance in km which can be covered with the existing tank ca-
pacity and with the same driving style. If you drive more efficiently this value
can increase.
Average fuel consumption - is calculated continuously since the last clearing
of the memory. After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 100
m driven.
Current fuel consumption - when the vehicle is stationary or moving slowly,
the fuel consumption is displayed in l/h (in models in some countries the fol-
lowing appears --,- km/l).
Oil temperature - if the temperature is lower than 50 °C or if there is a fault in
the system for checking the oil temperature, the  symbols are displayed.
Warning when the preset speed is exceeded - allows the setting of a speed
limit where, if exceeded, an acoustic warning signal and a warning message
appears on the display of the instrument cluster.
Current Speed - digital speedometer.
Average speed - value constantly recalculated, for distance since last clearing
the memory. After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m
driven.
Distance driven - distance driven since the memory was last cleared.
Driving time - driving time since last clearing the memory.
Coolant temperature - if the coolant temperature is in the range 70-120 °C, the
engine operating temperature has been reached. If the temperature is below
70 ° C, high engine speeds and straining the engine should be avoided. If the
temperature is above 120 ° C, the warning light lights up the instrument
cluster » page 35 .
Warning when exceeding the set speed
The system offers the possibility to set a speed limit beyond which an acoustic
warning signal will sound and the following warning message appears in the
display of the instrument cluster.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary›Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or  ( ) and confirm.›
Set the desired speed limit is 5 km/h steps.
›
Confirm the set value, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved
automatically.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( 
) or 
(
) and confirm.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
The set speed limit can be manually adjusted later if needed.
Reset speed limit
›
Select the menu item
Warning at
at ( ) or
 (
 ) and confirm.
›
By confirming the speed stored in the memory, the speed limit is reset.
The set driving mode remains stored even after switching the ignition on and
off. After a gap between driving exceeding 2 hours, the pre-set speed limit is
deactivated.
Memory
Fig. 26
Memory display: MAXI DOT dis-
play ( 
) / Segment display ( 
)
The system saves the data in the three memories described below which are
displayed at the position
A
» Fig. 26 .
Since start
(
 ) or “1” (
)
Drive data is stored from when the ignition is switched on to when it is switch-
ed off. If the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition,
new data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information.
If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically
erased. 
40Using the system

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 light up in the instrument cluster
» page 30,
 Braking
system . If the warning light does not light up, yet the stopping distance is per-
ceived to be longer than before, the driving style should be adapted in view of
the unknown cause of the problem, and braking kept to a minimum - 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. 108
Handbrake
Read and observe on page 90 first.
The handbrake secures the vehicle against unwanted movement when stop-
ping and parking.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Releasing
›
Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 108 .
›
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. 
90Driving

WARNING■No changes may be made to airbag system components, the front bump-
er and the bodywork.■
Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.
■
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-
sult in the airbag being deployed.
■
If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must be replaced.
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
Read and observe
on page 118 first.
All new ŠKODA vehicles are 95% recyclable.
Service intervals
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview of service intervals
120
Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4
121
Variable service interval QI6
121
Digital Service Plan
121
The service interval display in the display of the instrument cluster will remind
you to carry out every service stipulated by the manufacturer at the right time
in order to prevent you from forgetting any » page 42.
The completion of services can be verified through the printed verification
from the digital service schedule and the respective receipts.
The specified service intervals are tailored to normal operating conditions.
In the case of aggravated operating conditions, it will be necessary to have
some service work carried out before the date of the next regular service or
between the specified service intervals. This applies mainly to the cleaning or
the replacement of the air filter insert in regions with heavy dust pollution as
well as checking and replacing the toothed belt, but also to vehicles with die-
sel particle filters, which can put greater strain on the engine oil.
The following is taken to mean aggravated operating conditions:
▶ Fuel containing sulphur.
▶ Frequent short trips.
▶ Longer periods of engine idling (e.g. taxis).
▶ Operation in areas with heavy dust pollution.
▶ Frequent trailer operation.
▶ Predominantly stop-and-go traffic as is e.g. often the case in city driving.
▶ Operation predominantly during winter.
You will be told at the specialist garage whether the operating conditions of
your vehicle may make it necessary for service work to be carried out between
the normal service intervals.
Different service charges may apply according to the particular scope of work
required, the vehicle type and specification, and your vehicle’s condition.
Note
■ The customer is responsible for covering the cost of all services including
changing or replenishing the oil, even during the warranty period, unless sta-
ted otherwise in the ŠKODA AUTO warranty terms or other agreements.■
You will be informed about the service checks and actions at each service by
the specialist garage.
Overview of service intervals
Fig. 147
Vehicle data carrier: Service In-
terval
The service interval specified by the manufacturer is indicated on the vehicle
data carrier » Fig. 147 which can be found both in this Owner's Manual as well
as in the vehicle.
One of the following service intervals applies for your vehicle. ▶ Fixed service interval QI1.
▶ Fixed service interval QI2.
▶ Fixed service interval QI3. 
120General Maintenance