2019 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK Owners Manual

Running in and economical driving
Run in engine
During the first 1,500 km, the driving style is decisive for successful the run-
ning in process is.
During the first 1,000 km , the engine should not be charged with more than
3/4 of the maximum permitted engine revs and without the trailer.
From about 1,000 to 1,500 km , the engine can be pushed up to the maximum
permitted engine speed.
Tips on economical driving
Fuel consumption depends on the driving style, road and weather conditions,
and similar such factors.
For an economical driving style, the following instructions must be observed.

If the trip lasts less than 30 minutes from the start, then the overview will add
the overview of the average fuel consumption from the previous journey (the
bars are shown in dark green).F
symbols
The display may show the following four symbols, which give information on
the current driving style.
Economical driving style
The current speed has a negative effect on fuel consumption.
The journey does not take place in a free-flowing manner, avoid unneces-
sary acceleration and braking
Recommended gear
Tips for economical driving
Tap on the
B
leaf to display tips for economical driving.
Note
When resetting the single-trip memory “Since start”, the average consumptionE, the driving assessment D, and the diagram C are also reset.
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
Driving Tips
Only drive on roads and terrain that are appropriate to the vehicle parameters

Assist systems
General information

If there is a TCS intervention, the warning light ! flashes in the instrument
cluster.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal. In order
to achieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be ap-
plied firmly until the vehicle has come to a standstill.
The HBA function is automatically deactivated when the brake pedal is re-
leased.
Hill Start Assist

CAUTION
vKeep the system sensors

Approximate range of sensors (in cm)Area

Deactivation
On vehicles with Version 1, the system can be deactivated by moving out of
reverse gear.
For vehicles with variant 2, the system is automatically deactivated by press-
ing the ' button or at a speed above 15 km/h (the ' symbol in the button
goes out).
Displaying an error
If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds after activating the system and there
is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is also
indicated by the symbol ' flashing in the button. Seek help from a specialist
garage.
Note
The system can only be activated with the 'button at a speed of below 15
km/h.
Automatic system activation when moving forward
Fig. 203
Infotainment screen: Display
with automatic activation