battery SKODA RAPID 2016 1.G Owner's Manual

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
58
Windscreen wipers and washers
59
Rear view mirror
61
Seats and head restraints
62
Front seats
62
Rear seats
63
Headrests
64
Seat heaters
65
Useful features
66
Interior fittings
66
Tablet holder
73
Transport of cargo
74
Luggage compartment and transporting
objects
74
Transportation on the roof rack
78
Heating and ventilation
79
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
79
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
83
Starting and stopping the engine
83
START-STOPsystem
85Brakes and parking86Manual gear changing and pedals88
Automatic gearbox
89
Running in and economical driving
91
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
92
Assist systems
93
General information
93
Braking and stabilisation systems
93
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
96
Reversing camera
98
Cruise Control System
100
Speed limiter
101
Front Assist
102
Fatigue detection
105
Tyre pressure monitoring
106
Towing device and trailer
108
Hitch
108
Use the towing device
112
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
115
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
115
Service intervals
117
Cleaning and care
119
Inspecting and replenishing
123
Fuel
123
Engine compartment
125
Engine oil
128
Coolant
129
Brake fluid
130
Vehicle battery
131
Wheels
133
Wheels and tyres
133
Operating in winter conditions
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Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help138
Emergency equipment
138
Changing a wheel
139
Breakdown kit
143
Jump-starting
145
Towing the vehicle
146
Remote - change battery
148
Emergency unlocking / unlocking of doors
148
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
149
Fuses and light bulbs
151
Fuses
151
Bulbs
154
Technical data
Technical data
160
Basic vehicle data
160
Vehicle-specific details per engine type
165
Index
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeTCSTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideCOCDeclaration of conformityDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlETRim depthEUEuropean UnionHBAHydraulic brake assistHHCUphill start assistKESSYKeyless unlocking, starting and lockingkWKilowatt, measuring unit for outputLEDLighting element typeMCBMulti-collision brakeMGManual gearboxMPIGasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injectionMSREngine drag torque controlN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationAbbreviationDefinitionTSIPetrol engine with turbo charging and direct injectionVINVehicle identification numberWWatt, unit of powerWi-Fiwireless data network9Abbreviations

If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
approx. 2 minutes, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light 
illuminates permanently.
  Power steering / steering lock (engine start push-button)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Fault in the power steering
 lights up – this indicates a complete failure of the power steering and the
steering assist is no longer working (significantly higher steering forces).
 lights up – this indicates a partial failure of the power steering and the
steering forces can be greater.
▶ Switch off the ignition, start the engine again and travel a short distance.
▶ If the warning light  does not go off, stop the vehicle,

do not continue to
drive . Seek help from a specialist garage.
▶ If the warning light  does not go out, it is possible to continue driving with
due caution. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Steering lock defective (engine start push-button)
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
 flashes
Steering column lock faulty. Stop!STOP VEHICLE STEERING FAULTY
▶ Park the vehicle, and 
stop driving . After switching off the ignition, it is no
longer possible to lock the steering, to activate the electrical components
(e.g. Infotainment ), to switch on the ignition again and to start the engine.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 flashes
Steering lock: Workshop!STEERING WORKSHOP
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
Steering lock not unlocked (engine start push-button)
 flashes
Move the steering wheel!MOVE STEERING WHEEL
▶ Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, thereby facilitating unlock-
ing the steering lock.
▶ If the steering does also not unlock then, the help of a specialist garage is
required.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light 
illuminates after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after the motor is restarted and a short drive, the indicator light does not go
out, there is a system error.
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
 Stability control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
 flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
System fault
 lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons. ▶ Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light  does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the ASR is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er- ror.
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
For more information on the ESC system » page 94, Stability Control (ESC) or
TCS system » page 94, Traction control (TCS) .
31Instruments and warning lights

Airbag/ belt tensioner deactivated.AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFFWARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized garage.
 Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Change of tyre pressure values
 lights up - there was a pressure change in one of the tyres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 134 .
▶ Correct the tyre pressure, if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 139 or use the repair kit » page 143.
▶ Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 106.
System fault
 flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light  flashes after starting the engine again, there is a system
error.
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.

▶
It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
Other incidents
The illumination of the warning light 
can have the following reasons.
▶ The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute the load evenly.
▶ The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
▶ Snow chains are mounted.
▶ A wheel has been changed.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  in the instrument cluster may be delayed or not
light up at all.
 Fuel reserve
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
 illuminates – the fuel level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 7 litres).
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Please refuel » page 124.
Note
The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.
  Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
 flashes – the left turn signal is turned on.
 flashes – the right turn signal is turned on.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate (does not apply when towing).
When the hazard warning light system is switched on, this will cause all of the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
33Instruments and warning lights

 GeneratorRead and observe
on page 30 first.
 lights up – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
▶ As the vehicle discharges while driving, all non-essential electrical loads (e.g.
Infotainment) should be switched off.
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due 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
Check engine coolant! 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 130, Checking and refilling .
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light  illumi-
nates 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  illumi-
nates again, 
do not continue driving!
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
Coolant temperature too high
  Illumi-
nates
Engine overheated. 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,  do
not continue 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
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
  Illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: Workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
▶ It is possible to continue driving with due caution. Seek assistance from a
specialist garage immediately. 
35Instruments and warning lights

Long-term ( ) and “2” ( )
The memory gathers driving data from any number of individual journeys up to
a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving time or 9999 kilometres driven.
The indicator is automatically set back to zero if one of the indicated values is
exceeded.Since refuel
( 
) or “3” ( 
)
The driving data is stored in the memory since the last fuel refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
›
For the storage choice , repeatedly confirm the selected indication and select
the desired memory.
›
For deleting the memory for the selected information, hold down the button
confirming the specification.
The following Driving data is stored in different memory banks.
▶ Average fuel consumption.
▶ Distance driven.
▶ Average speed.
▶ Driving time.
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
MAXI DOT display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Menu item
Navigation41
Menu item
Audio41
Menu item
Telephone42
Menu item
Assist systems42
The MAXI DOT display is a user interface which, depending on the equipment
configuration, provides information about the Infotainment, the multifunction
display, the assistance systems etc.
The menus with details can be operated and displayed using the buttons on
the operating lever or the multifunction steering wheel » page 39.
Main menu items (depending on vehicle equipment)
■Driving data
» page 39
■
Assist systems
» page 42
■
Navigation
» page 41
■
Audio
» page 41
■
Telephone
» page 42 ;
■
Vehicle
» page 38 , Auto Check Control
Note
■
If warning messages are displayed, these messages must first be confirmed
to access the main menu.■
The display language can also be set in Infotainment » Owner´s Manual - In-
fotainment .
■
For vehicles without Infotainment, the display language can only be adjusted
by a specialist garage.
Menu item
Navigation
The following information is displayed in the
Navigation
menu item.
▶ Driving recommendations
▶ Compass
▶ Last destinations
Menu item
Audio
The following information is displayed in the
Audio
menu item.
Radio
▶ Currently playing station (name/frequency).
▶ The selected frequency range (e.g. FM) optionally with the number of the sta-
tion button (e.g. FM3), if the station is stored in the memory list.
▶ List of available stations (if more than 5 stations can be received).
▶ TP traffic announcements.
Media
▶ Name of the track being played, if necessary, further information regarding
title (e.g. artist, album name), if this information is stored as a so called ID3
tag on the audio source.
41Information system

Menu itemTelephone
The call list with the following symbols is displayed in the
Telephone
menu item.
Incoming call
Outgoing call
Missed call
Symbols in the display Charge status of the telephone battery 1)
Signal strength 1)
A telephone is connected to the unit
Missed calls (if there are several missed calls, the number of calls is shown
next to the symbol)
Switch-off microphone
Menu item
Assist systems
In the menu item
Assist systems
, the Front Assist system can be activated/deac-
tivated.
Service interval display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
42
Service messages
42
Resetting the service interval display
43
The service interval display shows the kilometres or days until the next service
event.
Information regarding the service intervals » page 117.
Displaying the distance and days until the next service intervalFig. 27
Button in the instrument cluster
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the
A
» Fig. 27 button until the
Service
menu item is shown in
the display.
›
Release the button
A
.
In the display, the symbol  appears for 4 seconds along with the following
message for the kilometres or days to the next service appointment.
The details regarding the remaining kilometres or days until the next sched- uled service can also be displayed in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual - In-
fotainment .
Service messages
Messages before reaching the scheduled service date
Before the next service date has been reached, the symbol  as well as a mes-
sage about the mileage or days until the next service event appears in the dis-
play after switching on the ignition.
Messages upon reaching scheduled service date
Once the service interval is reached, the symbol  appears in the display after
the ignition is switched on, together with the message:
1)
This function is only supported by some mobile phones.
42Using the system

WARNING■Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ised persons (e.g. children) could lock the vehicle, turn on the ignition or
start the engine - danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave persons who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These individuals
might not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help themselves.
Can be fatal at very high or very low temperatures!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the key grooves clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.) have a nega-
tive effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.
With the key on the lock cylinder unlock / lock
Fig. 29
Left side of the vehicle: Turning
the key for unlocking and locking
the vehicle
Read and observe and on page 46 first.
Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the key » Fig. 29
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
CAUTION
On vehicles with the KESSY system, in order to unlock/lock the vehicle using
the key via the lock cylinder, you must first remove the cap of the lock cylin-
der » page 148 .Unlocking/locking with the remote control keyFig. 30
Key with pop-out key bit
Read and observe and on page 46 first.
Description of the key » Fig. 30
Unlock button
Lock button
Button for unlocking/unlatching the boot lid
Button for popping out/pushing in the key bit
Battery status warning light - if the warning light does not flash when you
press a button on the key, the battery is discharged.
Unlocking / locking the boot lid
Press the
 button to unlock the lid.
Hold down the
 button to unlock and unlatch the lid (partially opened).
If the lid is unlocked or released with the  button, then the lid is automati-
cally locked after closing. The period of time after which the flap is locked can
be set » page 51 .
CAUTION
■
The remote control may be affected by signal superimposition by transmit-
ters close to the vehicle.■
The range of the remote control key is about 30 m. The battery must be re-
placed if the central locking only reacts to the remote control at a distance of
less than 3 m away » page 148.
AB46Using the system

›To
open from the inside , pull the door opening lever B and push the door
away from you.›
To lock from the inside , grab handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■
The door must be closed properly, otherwise it could open whilst the ve-
hicle is in motion - can be fatal!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - there is a risk of death!
■
An opened door can close automatically if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on an incline – risk of injury!
Child safety lock
Fig. 34
Rear door: Child safety system switch on / off
Read and observe
and on page 46 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in-
side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
›
To turn on the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position 
» Fig. 34 .
›
To turn off the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position 
.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 46 first.
Synchronise remote
If the buttons on the remote control key have been depressed several times
beyond the effective range of the equipment or the battery has been replaced
in the remote control key and the vehicle cannot be unlocked with the remote
control, the key must be synchronised.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then illuminates for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
A failure in the central locking system can lead the vehicle doors and the boot
lid can emergency lock or emergency release » page 148.
Failure of the system KESSY
If there is a fault in the KESSY system, the appropriate error message is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
Low voltage of the key battery
If the voltage of the key battery is too low, a message appears in the display of the instrument cluster referring to the need to replace the battery. Replace
the battery » page 148.
Anti-theft alarm system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Alarm trigger
50
Interior monitor and towing protection
50
The alarm system triggers audible and visual signals if an attempt is made to
break into the vehicle (hereafter referred to as alarm).
The alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked. This is automatically disabled after release. 
49Unlocking and opening