2017 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK length

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

›Remove the tow bar from the mounting recess downwards and in the direc-
tion of the arrow 3. At the same time, the ball rod latches into the ready po-
sition and is therefore ready to be re-fitted.
After removing the ball rod, insert the cap for the receiving shaft A
against
the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 139 on page 113 .
If the hand wheel
A
is not turned all the way to the stop, then it will return to
its initial position when the tow bar is removed and will rest on the tow bar
and not engage into the ready position. The ball head then needs to be
brought into this position before the next time it is fitted » page 112, Adjusting
the ready position .
The ball rod must be cleaned before storing in the box with the vehicle tool
always.
WARNINGNever allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
damage to the boot upon sudden braking, and could put the safety of the
occupants at risk.
Vertical load with mounted accessories
Fig. 145
Representation of the maximum
length of the mounted accesso-
ries and the permissible total
weight of the accessory depend-
ing on the load centre of gravity
Read and observe on page 111 first.
When using the accessories (e.g. bicycle carrier), the maximum length and the
permissible total weight including load must be considered.
The maximum length of the mounted accessories (from the ball of the towing
device) is 70 cm » Fig. 145 .
The total permitted weight of the accessories including load changes with in-
creasing distance of the load centre of gravity from the ball head of the towing
device.
Distance of the centre of gravity of the load from the ball headPermissible total weight of the ac- cessory, including load0 cm50 kg30 cm50 kg60 cm25 kg70 cm0 kg
CAUTION
Never exceed the permissible total weight of the accessories incl. load and
maximum length of the accessories - risk of damage to the towing device.
Note
We recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Using the towing device
Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect
Fig. 146
Swivel out the 13-pin power
socket, safety eyelet
Connect and disconnect
›
Install the ball rod and remove the protective cap
3
» Fig. 135 on page 111 .
›
Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the ball head.
›
Grip the 13-pin socket on the handle
A
and swing out in the direction of the
arrow » Fig. 146 .
›
Insert the trailer / accessory cable into the 13-pin socket. (If the trailer / ac-
cessories have a 7-pin connector, use a corresponding reduction piece from
the ŠKODA Original Accessories).
›
Suspend the breakaway cable of the trailer at the safety eyelet
B
(the
breakaway cable must sag in all trailer settings in view of the vehicle).
Uncoupling takes place in reverse order. 
115Towing device and trailer

CAUTION■Move the scraper in one direction only, otherwise there is a risk of damage to
the glass surface.■
Do not remove snow / ice on the surface that is soiled (e.g. pea gravel, sand,
road salt) - there is a risk of damaging the surface.
■
Remove snow / ice carefully, otherwise there is a risk of damaging the labels
that have been fitted by the factory.
Caring for the interior
Read and observe
and on page 122 first.
Vehicle compo- nentsCircumstancesRemedy
Natural leather /
Faux leather /
Alcantara ®
/
Material
Dust, surface
soilingVacuum cleanerSoiling (fresh)Water, slightly damp cotton / wool
cloth, if necessary, mild soap solution a)
,
then wipe off with a soft clothStubborn stainsCleaning fluid specifically for this taskCare (natural
leather)Treat the leather periodically with a
leather protecting fluid / use a care
cream with light blocker and impregna-
tion after each cleaningCare (Alcan-
tara ®
/ material)Remove stubborn hair using a “cleaning
glove”
Remove pills from materials with a
brushPlastic partsSoilingWater, slightly damp cloth or sponge, if
necessary cleaners specifically for this
purposeWindowsSoilingWash with clean water and dry with a
wipe specifically for that purposeCovers on electri-
cally heated seatsSoilingCleaners specifically for this purposeSeat belts » Soilingsoft cloth and mild soap solution a)a)
Mild soap solution = 2 tablespoons of natural soap to 1 litre of lukewarm water.
WARNING■
Never clean the seat belts chemically as chemical cleaning products could
destroy the fabric.■
Air fresheners and scents can be hazardous to heath when the tempera-
ture inside the vehicle is high.
CAUTION
■ Natural leather /Faux leather / Alcantara ®
/ material
■ Avoid standing for lengthy periods in bright sunlight, and protect the mate-
rials by covering to prevent them from fading.
■ Remove fresh stains (e.g. from pens, lipstick, shoe polish and similar) as
soon as possible.
■ Ensure that no part of the leather is soaked through during cleaning and
that no water gets into the seams - risk of damaging the leather!
■ Do not clean the roof panelling with a brush – risk of damage to the surface
of the panelling.
■ Do not use leather cleaners, floor wax, shoe cream, stain remover or similar
agents on Alcantara ®
seat upholstery.
■ Some clothing fabrics (e.g. dark denim) do not have sufficient colour fast-
ness - this could lead to clearly visible discolouration on the upholstery. This
is not a defect in the fabric.
■ Sharp objects on garments (e.g. zips, rivets, sharp- edged belts) can dam-
age the upholstery fabrics in the vehicle. Such damage will not be recognised
as a justified complaint.■
Plastic parts
■ Do not attach scents or air fresheners to the dashboard – risk of damage to
the dashboard.
■
Windows
■ Do not attach any stickers to the filaments or glass antenna - there is risk
of damage.
■
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).125Care and maintenance

DimensionsFig. 200
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle dimensions for operating weight without driver (in mm)
» Fig. 200SpecificationValueAHeight1459BFront trackBasic dimension1457Vehicles with the 1.2 l/66 kW TSI and 1.4 l/66 kW TDI CR engine1463CWidth1706DRear trackBasic dimension1494Vehicles with the 1.2 l/66 kW TSI and 1.4 l/66 kW TDI CR engine1500EWidth including exterior mirror1940FClearance134GWheel base2602HLength4304165Technical data

Tyre size138
U
Umbrella For the umbrella
73
Unlock Individual settings
48
Key46
Unlocking Central locking button
47
In case of emergency150
KESSY47
Remote control46
Unlocking and locking45
Unlock steering lock86
USB68
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
120
Useful equipment Clothes hook
73
Cup holders69
Glasses compartment72
Multimedia holder71
Useful features 12-volt socket in the interior
71
12-volt socket in the luggage compartment71
Ashtray70
Cigarette lighter70
Pockets73
Reflective vest140
Storage compartment67
Ticket holder67
V
Variable loading floor
80
Vehicle battery Automatic shutdown of consumers
133
charging135
Safety instructions133
Vehicle care122
Vehicle cleaning122
Vehicle Condition see Auto Check Control
38
Vehicle data sticker162
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
162
Vehicle dimensions165
Vehicle height165
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)162
Vehicle length165
Vehicle tool kit141
Vehicle width165
Vest140
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
162
Visibility59
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 triangle140
warning when speeding40
Warranty4
Waste container69
Weather conditions118
Weights162, 163
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
143
Caps143
Loosening and tightening144
Wheels136
Full trim143
Load Index138
Snow chains139
Speed symbol138
Tyre age136
Tyre damage136
Tyre pressure137
Tyre storage136
Unidirectional tyres136
Winter tyres139
Wi-Fi43
See Owner´s Manual -Infotainment6
Wi-Fi direct44
Window Operation
51
Windscreen - heating59
Windscreen washer fluid Refilling
130
Warning light36
Windscreen washer system60
Windscreen wipers and washers60
Activation60
Add fluid130
Automatic rear window wiper61
Operation61
Replacing the windscreen wiper blade152
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades152
Service position of the windscreen wiper arms 152
Winter operation
139
All-year tyres139
Car battery134
Diesel fuel127
Snow chains139
Winter tyres139
Winter tyres139
Wipers and washer Warning light for windscreen washer fluid level 36
Wiping interval
60
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