SKODA RAPID 2015 1.G Repair Manual

Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the light function
59
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
60
Turn signal and main beam
60
Automatic driving lamp control
61
Front and rear fog light
61
Fog lights with the CORNER function
62
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
62
Hazard warning light system
62
Parking light
63
Driving abroad
63
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched on.
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in » Fig. 46 on page 59 . The symbols which mark the individual
positions of the controls are identical.
WARNINGThe automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the lights and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the prevailing light condi-
tions.
Note
■ The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although
the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist
has no influence on the life of the lighting system.■
If the visibility is poor and the lights are not on (except daytime running light)
the brightness of the instrument lighting reduces to alert the driver to switch
on the lights in due time.
■
The brightness of the instrument lighting with the lights on (except daytime
running lights) can be set in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment ,
chapter CAR - Vehicle Settings .
Operating the light functionFig. 46
Light switch and control dial for
headlight range adjustment
Read and observe on page 59 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 46 can be
turned to one of the following positions.
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Switching lights on/off automatically » page 61
Switching on the side light or parking light » page 63
Switch on low beam
Headlight range control 
Turning the rotary switch
B
» Fig. 46 from position to
 gradually activates the
headlight beam control, thereby shortening the beam of light.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol- lowing car 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.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving. 
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Note■The light switch is in position  or  and the ignition is turned off, the low
beam is switched off automatically 1)
and the status light is lit. The side light is
switched off when the ignition key is removed, for vehicles with the start but-
ton after switching off the ignition and 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 59 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
The function can be disabled/enabled in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual
Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .
Deactivating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push down
and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Wait until the left turn signal light flashes 4 times.
›
Switch off the ignition – an audible signal sounds which confirms the deacti-
vation of the function.
›
Release the turn signal stalk.
Activating on vehicles without Infotainment
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the indicator / main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push up and
hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Wait until the right turn signal light flashes 4 times.
› Switch off the ignition – an audible signal sounds which confirms the activa-
tion of the function.›
Release the turn signal stalk.
WARNINGAlways switch on the low beam when visibility is poor.
Turn signal and main beam
Fig. 47
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 59 first.
Lever positions » Fig. 47
When the right turn signal light is switched on, the warning light flashes in
the instrument cluster 
When the left turn signal light is switched on, the warning light flashes in
the instrument cluster 
Switch on main beam (spring setting) – the warning light illuminates in the
instrument cluster 
Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-loaded position)
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn. 
ABCD1)
Does not apply to the position
, as long as the conditions are met for the COMING HOME function
» page 62 .
60Using the system

“Convenience turn signal”
When the control lever is lightly pressed to the pressure point A or B then
the respective turn-signal lamp flashes three times.
If during the “comfort flashing” the operating lever in the opposite side is
pressed, then the blinking stops.
The “Lane change flash” can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment
» Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - vehicle settings .WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 48
Light switch: AUTO position
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 48 then depending on the equipment
the automatic switch on / off the lights corresponding to the light or weather
conditions (rain) takes place.
The sensitivity of the sensor for the determination of the ambient light can be
adjusted in the infotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR -
vehicle settings .
If the light switch is in position 
, the lettering 
illuminates next to the
light switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol 
next to the
light switch also illuminates.
Automatic driving light control during rain
The low beam lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The function is activated.
The light switch is in the position 
.
The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s.
The light turns off about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers.
Automatic headlight control in rain can be activated or deactivated in the Info-
tainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - Vehicle settings .
CAUTION
Poorer visibility is detected by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in the
holder of the inside mirror or in the control panel. Do not attach any stickers or
similar objects in front of the sensor in order to avoid impairing the function or
its reliability.
Front and rear fog light
Fig. 49
Light switch – switch on front
and rear fog light
Read and observe on page 59 first.
Turn fog lights on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
, 
or 
» Fig. 49 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
; the indicator lamp 
in the light switch
illuminates.
Switching off takes place in reverse order.
Turn rear fog lamp on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
, 
or 
» Fig. 49 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
; the indicator lamp 
in the light switch
illuminates. 
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Switching off takes place in reverse order.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch directly to the only possible setting.
Note
While driving with an accessory connected to the trailer socket (e.g. trailer,
bike carrier) only the equipment is illuminated by the fog light. The towing de-
vice must be installed at the factory or from the ŠKODA original accessories.
Fog lights with the CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The function CORNER provides better illumination of the nearby environmentwhen turning, manoeuvring or anything similar.
The function automatically switches on the fog lights on each side of the ve- hicle, if the following conditions are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply 1)
.
The vehicle speed is below 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on.
The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The function COMING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.
The function LEAVING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control unit.
The function switches the light on only if there is poorer visibility and the light
switch is in the position 
.
Enabling / disabling and setting functions
The functions and setting of the lighting duration can be activated or deactiva-
ted in the Infotainment system » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chap-
ter CARVehicle settings .
CAUTION
■
Poorer visibility is detected by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in
the holder of the inside mirror or in the control panel. Do not attach any stick-
ers or similar objects in front of the sensor in order to avoid impairing the func-
tion or its reliability.■
If this option is always enabled, then the battery is heavily loaded.
Hazard warning light system
Fig. 50
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The hazard warning lights make other road users aware of your vehicle.
The function switches on all indicators.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 50 .
When you turn it on the warning light 
flashes in the button and at the same
time the warning lights 

in the instrument cluster.
The hazard warning light system can also be operated if the ignition is switch-
ed off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically. 
1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, if the front wheels are turned to the left and
the right turn signal light is switched on, the turn signal light has the higher priority.
62Using the system

When the hazard warning system is on and the indicator light is switched on
(e.g. when turning), the hazard warning lights are switched off temporarily and
only the turn signal flashes on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Parking light
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
The side light is provided for lighting of the parked vehicle.
Switching on the side light 
on one side
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press the control lever to position
A
or
B
as far as the stop » Fig. 47 on
page 60 .
The parking lights on the right or left side of the vehicle are turned on.
Switching on the side light on both sides 
›
With the ignition switched on turn the light switch to position .
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Lock the vehicle.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds.
After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the audible alarm is
turned off, but the parking lights will remain switched on.
CAUTION
■ Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.■The parking light cannot be turned off automatic due to the low battery
charge level.■
If the two-sided parking lights are switched on when the ignition is off, then
there is no automatic switching off of the parking light.
Driving abroad
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. In order to avoid this,
the headlights must be adjusted at a specialist garage.
Interior lighting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior light
63
Rear interior light
64
The inner lighting also works if the ignition is switched off.
The light turns off automatically 10 minutes after switching off the ignition or
opening a door unless otherwise specified.
Front interior light
Fig. 51
Operation of the front light: Version 1/version 2
Positions of the sliding light switch
A
» Fig. 51
Switching on
Switching off
Automatic operation
Switch for turning the reading lights
B
on/off » Fig. 51
Reading lamp left
Reading lamp right
Automatic operation of the lamp – position 
The system is turned on when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is unlocked.
▶ One of the doors is opened.
▶ The ignition key is removed. 
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The system is turned off when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is locked.
▶ The ignition is switched on.
▶ About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Rear interior light
Fig. 52
Interior lights at the rear
Switch for lights
A
» Fig. 52
Switching on/off
The rear interior light is operated together with the front interior light 1)
.
▶ When the front interior lighting is switched on, the rear interior lighting also
turns on automatically.
▶ When the front interior lighting is switched off, the rear interior lighting can
be turned on/off as required.
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Rear window heater
64
Front sun visors
65WARNINGMake sure that the view outside is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other
objects.Rear window heaterFig. 53
Dash panel: Button for rear win-
dow heater
Read and observe on page 64 first.
The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the rear window.
The heating can be activated with the ignition on.
The heating is turned on after the engine has started.
Button for the heating in the centre console » Fig. 53
Activate/deactivate the heated rear window
When the heater is activated, a lamp lights up inside the button.
The heater automatically switches off after approximately 7 minutes.
If the engine is switched off when the heating is on and turned back on again
within 10 minutes, the heating is continued.
Note
■ If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 149 , Automatic load deactivation .■
If the light is flashing inside the button the heater is off due to low battery.
1)
This function only applies to certain countries. In some countries, the light at the rear is controlled inde-
pendently from the light at the front.
64Using the system

Front sun visorsFig. 54
Fold down the cover / swivel cover to the door and slide the mir-
ror cover
Read and observe
on page 64 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 54
Fold down the cover
Swivel cover towards the door
Make-up mirror with cover
Slide mirror cover
WARNINGWhen objects are attached to the sun visor, the visor can not be pivoted to
the side windows. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head
airbag is deployed.
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating the windscreen wipers and washers
66
Headlight cleaning system
66
The windshield wipers and the windshield washer system only operate if the
ignition is switched on.
12ABWinter setting of the windscreen wiper
If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. For this reason we recommend adjusting the windscreen wip-
ers in winter so that they can be folded out from the windscreen easily.
▶ Switch on the windscreen wipers.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
The windscreen wipers remain in the position in which they were when
switching off the ignition.
The service position can also be used as a winter position » page 169.WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving » page 169.■
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. The window washer fluid could other-
wise freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before switching on the
ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the wind-
screen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the windscreen,
this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the windscreen.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to
the windscreen.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
arms could damage the paint of the bonnet.
Note
Depending on vehicle equipment, the windscreen washer jets can be heated
automatically after starting the engine.65Lights and visibility

Activating the windscreen wipers and washersFig. 55
Operating the wiper and washer: front/rear
Read and observe
and on page 65 first.
Lever positions  Wipers off
 Depending on specification:
▶ Interval windscreen wiping
▶ Automatic windscreen wiping in rain
 Slow windscreen wiping
 Rapid windscreen wiping
  Flick windscreen wiping, service position of the wiper arms (spring-loa-
ded position)
 Spraying and wiping the windscreen (sprung position)
 Wiping the rear window pane
 Spraying and wiping the rear window (sprung position)
 Depending on specification:
▶ To set the wiper interval for the windscreen
▶ Sensitivity setting of the automatic wiping with rain
By setting the switch in the direction of the arrow wipers sweep more of-
ten.
Spraying and wiping the windscreen 
After releasing the operating lever, the wipers will make from 1 to 3 wiper
strokes.
Spraying and wiping the rear window 
After releasing the operating lever, the wipers will make from 1 to 3 wiper
strokes.
01234567AThe operating lever remains in position 6.
Automatic windscreen wiping in rain
Automatic windscreen wiping in rain can be activated or deactivated in the In-
fotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - Vehicle settings .
Automatic rear wiper
After selecting reverse gear and when the windshield wiper is switched on,
the speed of the windshield wiper is transferred to the dependent intermittent
wiper of the rear window.
Depending on the equipment, the function can be enabled / disabled in the In-
fotainment » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - Vehicle Settings or
at a specialist garage.WARNINGAutomatic wiping during rain is only a support. The driver is not released
from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers man-
ually depending on the visibility conditions.
Headlight cleaning system
Read and observe
and on page 65 first.
To clean the headlights, the headlamp is also sprayed after every ten squirts.The headlight washer system works under the following conditions. The ignition is switched on.
The low beam is switched on.
The outside temperature is about -11° C to +36° C.
To ensure the correct functioning of the system, even in winter, this needs to
be regularly cleared of snow and ice, e.g. free with a de-icing spray.
CAUTION
Never remove the nozzles from the headlight cleaning system by hand – risk of
damage!66Using the system

Rear mirror
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror dimming
67
Exterior mirror
67WARNING■ Convex (curved outward) or aspheric exterior mirrors increase the field of
vision. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These
mirrors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the fol-
lowing vehicles.■
Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.
Interior mirror dimming
Fig. 56
Interior mirror: manual dimming/auto-darkening
Read and observe
on page 67 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 56 - 
Basic position of the mirror
Mirror blackout
Mirror with automatic dimming
After starting the engine, the mirror darkens » Fig. 56 - 
automatically.
The mirror dimming is controlled by the light incident on the sensors on the
front and back of the mirror.
12When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror always moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
Do not attach external devices (e.g. navigation systems) on to the windscreen
or in the vicinity of the interior mirror »
.
WARNING■
The illuminated display of an external navigation device can lead to op-
erational faults to the automatic dimming interior mirror – risk of accident.■
Automatic mirror dimming operates only properly if the light striking the
sensors is not affected by other objects.
WARNINGThe mirrors with automatic dimming contain an electrolyte liquid which can
escape if mirror glass is broken.■
The leaking electrolytic fluid can irritate the skin, eyes and breath appara-
tus.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water. If
necessary get medical assistance.
Exterior mirror
Fig. 57
Exterior mirror controls: mechanical/electrical
Read and observe
on page 67 first.
Adjust the position
The mirror can be adjusted to the desired position by moving the knob in the
direction of the arrow » Fig. 57. 
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The movement of the mirror surface is identical to the movement of the rotary
knob.
Electrically-adjustable mirrors
The knob can be moved (depending on vehicle equipment) into the following
positions » Fig. 57 - 
.
Adjust the left mirror
Adjust the right mirror
Switch off mirror control
Mirror heater
The mirror heating only works when the engine is running.
Folding in the exterior mirrors
The whole exterior mirror can be manually folded towards the side windows.
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.
Note
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.Seats and head restraints
Seats and head restraints
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats
68
Head restraints - adjusting height
69
Headrests - removing and installing
69WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat, except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seats) – risk of accident!
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 58
Control elements on the seat
Read and observe on page 68 first.
The seats can be adjusted by the respective operating element being pulled or pressed in the direction of arrows. 
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