window SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G User Guide

Force limiterRead and observe
and on page 51 first.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes
down by several centimetres.
If the obstacle prevents the window from being closed during the next 10 sec-
onds, the closing process is interrupted once again and the window goes down
by several centimetres.
If you attempt to close the window again within 10 seconds of the window be-
ing moved down for the second time, even though the obstacle was not yet
been removed, the closing process is only stopped. During this time it is not
possible to automatically close the window. The force limiter is still switched
on.
The force limiter is only not operational if you attempt to close the window
again within the next 10 seconds – the window will now close with full force!
If you wait longer than 10 seconds, the force limiter is switched on again.
WARNINGThe front passenger window with the electric window has no force limiter.
The windows should nevertheless be closed carefully – risk of injury!
Operational faults
Read and observe
and on page 51 first.
Repeatedly opening and closing the window can cause the window mecha-
nism to overheat and become temporarily blocked. You will be able to operate
the window again as soon as the operating mechanism has cooled down.
The electric windows are deactivated after the vehicle battery has been dis-
connected After connecting the vehicle battery, the system is activated as fol-
lows.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Pull the top edge of the button and close the window.
›
Release the button.
›
Pull up the respective button and hold for 1 second.
Lights and visibility
Lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the light function
54
Daytime running lights(DAY LIGHT)
54
Turn signal/main beam
55
Automatic driving light control
55
Fog lights/rear fog light
56
Fog lights with the CORNER function
56
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
56
Hazard warning light system
57
Parking light
57
Driving abroad
57
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 this layout » Fig. 40 on page 54 .
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 light is on, the light-emit-
ting surface demists after a short time.53Lights and visibility

Front interior lightFig. 45
Operation of the front light: Version 1/version 2
Positions of the sliding light switch
A
» Fig. 45
Switching on
Switching off
Automatic operation
Switch on / off (by pressing the relevant switch
B
) » Fig. 45
Reading lamp left
Reading lamp right
Automatic operation - 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.
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.
LED front interior lights
The ambient lighting illuminates the storage compartments in the centre con-
sole, in the doors and the footwell.
The lighting is switched on automatically after opening the door; switching off
occurs automatically after the locking of the vehicle or 30 seconds after clos-
ing the door.
The brightness level of lighting with the dipped beam or parking lights switch-
ed on can be adjusted in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual - Infotainment .
Interior lighting, rear
Fig. 46
Interior lights at the rear
Operation (by pressing the switch) » Fig. 46
 Power on / off
The rear light is operated automatically together with the front 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:
Windscreen and rear window
59
Sun visors front
59

A1)
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.
58Using the system

WARNINGNo objects should be attached to the sun visor that could restrict the view
or endanger the vehicle occupants during sudden braking or in a collision.
Windscreen and rear window
Fig. 47
Buttons for the windscreen and
rear window heating
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the windscreen / rear win-
dow.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
Buttons for the heating (depending on vehicle equipment) » Fig. 47
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
Switch on/off the rear window heating
When the heater is switched on, a lamp illuminates inside the button.
The heating automatically switches off after ten minutes.
Note
■ If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 131 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge
protection .■
If the light is flashing inside the button, there is no heating because the bat-
tery charge is too low.
Sun visors frontFig. 48
Fold down the cover / swivel cover to the door and slide the mir-
ror cover
Read and observe
on page 59 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 48
Swivel cover towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
Make-up mirror with cover
Slide mirror cover
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front windscreen wipers and washers
60
Rear windscreen wipers and washers/ reversing camera cleaning system
60
Headlight cleaning system
61
The windshield wipers and the windshield washer system only operate if the
ignition is switched on.
WARNINGDo 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. 12AB59Lights and visibility

CAUTION■If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. The wipers must be set to the service position to raise them
off the windscreen » page 150.■
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 separate frozen windscreen wiper blades from the windscreen and
free from snow and ice.
■
Handle the windscreen wipers with care - there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen by the windscreen wiper arms.
■
Do not switch on the ignition when the wiper arm is raised from the wind-
screen - there is a risk of damage to the bonnet by the wiper arms.
Note
Depending on vehicle equipment, the windscreen washer jets can be heated
automatically after starting the engine.
Front windscreen wipers and washers
Fig. 49
Operating the front windscreen
wipers and washer system
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The lever can be moved to the following positions » Fig. 49
High-speed wiping Slow-speed wiping
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Intermittent wiping
▶ Automatic windscreen wiping in the rain
Wipers and washers off
Single wipe of the windscreen (spring-loaded position)
  Setting of windscreen wiper interval for the position  - by setting the
switch in the direction of the arrow, the windscreen wipers will wipe more
often
Spraying and wiping the disc (spring-loaded position) - after releasing the
operating lever the wipers continue for another 1 to 3 strokes
Automatic windscreen wiping in the rain can be activated/deactivated in In-
fotainment » Owner´s Manual - Infotainment .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.
Rear windscreen wipers and washers/ reversing camera cleaning
system
Fig. 50
Operating the windscreen wipers
and washing system
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The lever can be moved to the following positions » Fig. 50
Spraying and wiping the windscreen (sprung position) - after releasing the
control stalk, the wipers perform another 1 to 3 wiper strokes
Spraying the rear view camera (sprung position)
Rear screen wiping
Wipers and washers off
Automatic rear wiper
If, with the front wipers switched on, reverse gear is selected, the automatic
regular intermittent wiping of the rear window is enabled.
Depending on the equipment, this function can be enabled/disabled in Info- tainment » Owner´s Manual - Infotainment or at a specialist garage.
A60Using the system

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

WARNING■Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. Heavy objects were not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
An unsecured dirt or improperly attached load could slip during a sudden
manoeuvre or in an accident - danger of injury!
■
Loose cargo could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of
death!
■
When transporting loads in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats .
CAUTION
■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load of the respective fasteners,
nets, hooks etc. - these could be damaged.■
Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.
■
Do not place sharp objects in the nets and storage compartments in the lug-
gage compartment - there is a risk of damage to the net as well as the com-
partments.
■
Put the items in the storage compartments carefully and not load these
punctiform - there is a risk of damage to the compartments.
Fastening elements
Fig. 85
Fasteners
Read and observe and on page 75 first.
The fasteners are located on both sides of the luggage compartment.
Overview of the fastening elements » Fig. 85
Lashing eyes for securing cargo, fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Fastener for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
Lashing eye for securing fastening nets and multifunction pocket
The upper front lashing eye C
is located behind the folding rear seat backrest.
The maximum permissible load of the individual lashing eyes is
A
is 350 kg.
Fixing nets
Fig. 86
Fastening examples for nets
Fig. 87
Fastening vertical pocket
Read and observe and on page 75 first.
Fastening examples for nets » Fig. 86 and » Fig. 87
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
Vertical pocket
The maximum permissible load of each of the nets is 1.5 kg.
ABCABC75Transport of cargo

CAUTION■Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.■Ensure the roof aerial is not impaired by the load being transported.
Note
We recommend that you use a roof rack from ŠKODA Original Accessories.Heating and ventilation
Heating, manual air conditioning system, Climatronic
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Heating and manual air conditioning
80
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
80
Climatronic - automatic operation
81
Air distribution control
81
Air outlet vents
82
The heater heats and ventilates the vehicle interior. The air conditioning sys-
tem also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The cooling system works under the following conditions. The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above 2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
When the cooling system is switched on, it prevents misting of the windscreen
and windows.
It is possible to boost the effectiveness of the cooling system by briefly acti-
vating the air recirculation system » page 81.
Health protection
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for the
use of the cooling system are to be observed. ▶ The difference between the outside temperature and the inside temperature
should not be greater than 5 °C.
▶ The cooling system should be turned off about 10 minutes before the end of
the journey.
▶ Once a year, a disinfection of the air conditioner is to be carried out by a spe-
cialist company. 
79Heating and ventilation

WARNING■The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting.
Otherwise there is a risk of accident.■
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
Note
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or
leaves to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Heating and manual air conditioning
Fig. 95
Controls of the heating / air conditioning
Read and observe
on page 80 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the dial or pressing the corresponding button » Fig. 95. When the function is activated, a warning
light illuminates in the button.
Setting temperature
▶  Reduce the temperature /
Increase the temperature
Set the blower speed (Level 0: Fan off, level 4: high-speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 82
 Air flow to the windows
 Air flow to the upper body
ABC
Air flow in the footwell
 Air flow to the windows and the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 81
Switch the cooling system on/off
Information on the cooling system
After pressing the button 
» Fig. 95 the warning light on the button lights
up, even if not all the conditions for the cooling system have been met. The
cooling system starts to work as soon as the following conditions have been
met » page 79 .
Note
To ensure adequate thermal comfort, during operation of the manual air condi-
tioning there could be an increase in the engine idle speed in some circum-
stances.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Fig. 96
Controls the Climatronic
Read and observe
on page 80 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the dial or pressing the corresponding button » Fig. 96.
Setting temperature
▶  Reduce the temperature / 
Increase the temperature
Selected temperature
Degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit
Automatic operation of the air conditioning system is switched on
Intensive air flow to the windscreen switched on
Direction of air flow 
12345680Using the system

Recirculated air mode activated
Cooling system activated
Set blower speed
Set the blower speed (the set blower speed is indicated by the corre-
sponding number of segments in the display)
▶ Turn to the left: Decrease speed / switch off Climatronic
▶ Turn to the right: Increase speed
Interior temperature sensor Switching on/off the intensive windscreen air flow - when this function
is switched on, the warning light illuminates in the button
Switching automatic mode on » page 81
Switching the airflow to the windows on and off
Switching the airflow to the upper body on and off
Switching the airflow to the footwell on and off
Switch recirculation on/off » page 81
Switch the cooling system on/off
When this function is switched on, the corresponding icon appears in the dis-
play.
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains
active, whereby the lowest temperature that can be reached is the outside
temperature.
Setting temperature
In the range between 16 ° C and 29 ° C, an automatic temperature control
takes place.
At a temperature setting below 16 ° C,  lights up in the display, the Climatron-
ic functions with maximum cooling performance .
At a temperature setting above 29 ° C,  lights up in the temperature display,
the Climatronic functions with maximum heating output.
Switching between Celsius and Fahrenheit
Press the  button and
 simultaneously and hold for about 2 s, the dis-
play shows the desired unit (position 3
» Fig. 96 ).
CAUTION
Do not cover the interior temperature sensor 11 » Fig. 96 - the function of the
Climatronic could be affected.7891011NoteIn order to ensure adequate thermal comfort, there may be an increase in en-
gine idle speed during operation of the Climatronic in some circumstances.
Climatronic - automatic operation
Read and observe
on page 80 first.
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature andto demist the windows in the interior of the car.
›
To switch on press the
 button. The display shows
 (pos.
4

» Fig. 96
on page 80 ).
›
To turn off , press any button for the air distribution or change the blower
speed. The temperature regulation is continued.
Air distribution control
Read and observe
on page 80 first.
The recirculation mode prevents contaminated outside air getting into the In-terior of the vehicle. In recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of
the vehicle and then fed back into the interior.
›
To switch on/off , press the
 button.
Heating and manual air conditioning system
If the air distribution control is set to position  when the recirculation modes
is switched on, the recirculated-air mode is switched off. By pressing the 
button, the air recirculation also in this position can be switched on again.
Climatronic
With the recirculated-air mode switched on the symbol  appears in the dis-
play.
The symbol  disappears from the display after turning off the air recircula-
tion.
If the humidity increases in the vehicle, an automatic shutdown of the recircu-
lation can occur. 
81Heating and ventilation

WARNINGThe recirculation system cannot be switched on for a longer period of time,
because no fresh air is fed through from the outside. “Stale air” may result
in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention levels and also
cause the windows to mist up. As soon as windows mist up, turn on the re-
circulation system immediately - risk of accident!
CAUTION
We recommend not smoking in the vehicle when the recirculating air operation
is switched on. The smoke sucked from the interior is deposited on the evapo-
rator of the air conditioner. This produces a permanent odour when the air
conditioning system is operating which can only be eliminated through consid-
erable effort and expense (replacement of compressor).
Note
If recirculated air mode is switched on for around 15 minutes, the  symbol
will begin to flash in the Climatronic display as a sign that the recirculated air
mode is switched on long-term. If the recirculated air mode is not switched off,
the 
symbol flashes for around 5 minutes.
Air outlet vents
Fig. 97
Air outlet vents
Read and observe
on page 80 first.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 3, 4 » Fig. 97 ,
the outlets can be opened and closed individually.
The setting of the airflow direction is carried out by moving the adjustment el- ement A » Fig. 97 in the desired direction.
Open/close›
Turn the regulator
B
up/down » Fig. 97.
Depending on the setting for air distribution, the air will flow from the follow-
ing air vents.
Set the direction of the air outletAir outlet nozzles » Fig. 971. 2 . 41. 2 . 4 . 53 . 44 . 5
CAUTION
Do not cover the air vents - the air distribution could be compromised.82Using the system