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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide Decorative filmsRead and observe
and on page 132 first.
Wash the films with a mild soap solution and clean, warm water.
The following instructions must be followed when washing the vehicle with
a h

Decorative filmsRead and observe
and on page 132 first.
Wash the films with a mild soap solution and clean, warm water.
The following instructions must be followed when washing the vehicle with
a high-pressure cleaner.
› The minimum distance between the nozzle and the vehicle body should be
50 cm.
› Keep the jet perpendicular to the film surface.
› The maximum water temperature is 50 °C.
› The maximum water pressure is 80 bar.
CAUTION
■
Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solvents for the glued sur-
faces with films - there is a danger of film damage.■
In the winter months, do not use an ice scraper to remove ice and snow from
the areas with films. Do not use any other objects to remove frozen layers of
snow or ice – risk of film damage.
Windows and external mirrors
Fig. 123
Fuel filler flap: Remove ice scra-
per
Read and observe and on page 132 first.
Removing snow and ice
Use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the windows and mir-
rors.
The ice scraper can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
›
Open the fuel filler flap.
›
Slide out the ice scraper in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 123.
Cleaning windows
Regularly clean windows from the inside with clean water.
Dry the glass surfaces with a clean chamois leather or a cloth intended for this
purpose.
CAUTION
Instructions for removing snow and ice■The ice scraper should not be moved forward and backward but in one direc-
tion to avoid any damage to the surface of the glass.■
Snow or ice that is contaminated with coarse dirt such as fine gravel, sand or
salt must not be removed from the windows and mirrors – there is a risk of
damage to the surface of the windows and mirrors.
■
Do not remove snow or ice from glass parts using warm or hot water – risk of
cracks forming in the glass.
■
Make sure that when removing snow and ice from the windows, the labels
attached to the vehicle by the factory are not damaged.
CAUTION
Information for cleaning windows■Do not clean the inside of the windows with sharp-edged objects or corro-
sive and acidic cleaning agents – there is a risk of damaging the heating ele-
ments or window aerial.■
When drying the windows after washing the vehicle, do not use window
leathers that have been used to polish the bodywork. Residues of preserva-
tives in the window leather can make the window dirty and reduce visibility.
Headlight glasses
Read and observe
and on page 132 first.
Clean plastic front headlight lenses using clean, warm water and soap.
CAUTION
■The headlights are never to be wiped dry - there is a risk of damaging the
protective lacquer and the headlight glass subsequently developing cracks.■
Do not use sharp objects to clean the glasses - there is a risk of damaging
the protective lacquer and the headlight glasses subsequently developing
cracks.
■
Do not use any aggressive cleaning or chemical solvent products to clean the
headlights – risk of damaging the headlight lenses.
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide Seat coversRead and observe
and on page 136 first.
Electrically heated seats
Use a specific cleaning agent for cleaning the covers e.g. dry foam among oth-
ers »
.
Seats without seat heating
Tho

Seat coversRead and observe
and on page 136 first.
Electrically heated seats
Use a specific cleaning agent for cleaning the covers e.g. dry foam among oth-
ers »
.
Seats without seat heating
Thoroughly vacuum the seat covers with a vacuum cleaner before cleaning.
Clean the seat covers with a damp cloth or cleaning products specially de-
signed for this purpose.
Indented points arising on the fabrics by everyday use, can be removed by
brushing against the direction of hair with a damp brush.
Always clean all parts of the covers, so that there are no visible edges. Then
allow the seat to dry completely.
CAUTION
■ Do not clean the covers of electrically heated seats either with water or with
other liquids - there is a risk of damaging the seat heating system.■
Regularly remove dust from the seat covers using a vacuum cleaner.
■
Electrically heated seats must not be dried after cleaning by switching on the
heater.
■
Do not sit on wet seats - risk of seat deformation.
■
Always clean the seats “from seam to seam”.
Safety belts
Read and observe
and on page 136 first.
Wash dirty seat belts with mild soapy water.
Remove coarse dirt with a soft brush.
WARNING■ The seat belts must not be removed for cleaning.■Never clean the seat belts chemically as chemical cleaning products could
destroy the fabric.■
The seat belts must not be allowed to come into contact with corrosive
liquids (e.g. acids).
■
The seat belts must be fully dried before being rolled up.
Inspecting and replenishing
Fuel
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Refuelling
139
Lead-free petrol
139
Diesel fuel
140
The correct fuel grades for your vehicle are specified on the inside of the fuel
filler flap » Fig. 124 on page 139 .
CAUTION
■
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of
fuel can cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and
the exhaust system.■
Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled onto the vehicle's paintwork –
risk of paint damage!
■
If the vehicle was not purchased in the country where it was intended to be
operated, you should check whether the fuel specified by the manufacturer is
offered in the country where the vehicle will be operated. You should also per-
haps check whether the manufacturer has recommended a different fuel for
operation of the vehicle in the corresponding country. If no prescribed fuel is
available, then you must check whether it is permitted by the manufacturer to
operate the vehicle with another fuel type.
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide ReplenishingRead and observe
and on page 144 first.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 126 on page 143 .
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance wit

ReplenishingRead and observe
and on page 144 first.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 126 on page 143 .
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 144 .
›
Check the oil level » page 145.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
›
Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.
Coolant

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
147
Replenishing
147
The coolant provides cooling for the motor.
It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling
system against corrosion and prevents furring.
The coolant additive level in the coolant must be at least 40%.
The coolant additive may be increased to a maximum of 60%.
The correct mixing ratio of water and coolant additive is to be checked if nec- essary by a specialist garage or is to be restored if necessary.
The description of the coolant is shown in the coolant expansion reser-
voir » Fig. 129 on page 147 .
WARNINGThe engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en- gine compartment » page 141.■
The coolant is harmful to health.
■
Avoid contact with the coolant.
■
Coolant vapours are harmful to health.
■
Never open the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir while the
engine is still warm. The cooling system is pressurised!
WARNING (Continued)■ When opening the end cover of the coolant expansion reservoir, cover it
with a cloth to protect your face, hands and arms from hot steam or hot
coolant.■
If any coolant splashes into your eyes, immediately rinse out your eyes
with clear water and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
■
Always keep the coolant in the original container, safe from people who
are not completely independent, especially children - there is a danger of
poisoning!
■
If coolant is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
■
Never spill operating fluids over the hot engine - risk of fire.
CAUTION
■  Do not continue if for some reason it is not possible to fill with coolant un-
der the current circumstances! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from
a specialist garage.■
If the expansion tank is empty, do not top up with coolant. The system could
ventilate - there is a risk of engine damage, 
not continue! Switch off the en-
gine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
■
The concentration of coolant additive in the coolant must never be under
40%.
■
Over 60% of coolant additive in the coolant reduces the antifreeze protec-
tion and cooling effect.
■
A coolant additive that does not comply with the correct specification can
significantly reduce the corrosion protection of the cooling system.
■
Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can con-
sequently result in major engine damage!
■
Do not fill the coolant above the mark
A
. » Fig. 129 on page 147
■
If an error occurs, leading to the engine overheating, the help of a professio-
nal garage is to be sought - there is a risk of serious engine damage occurring.
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.
■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide ›Use the valve remover 2 to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean
surface (rag, paper, etc.).
Sealing and inflating the tyre
Read and observe
on page 164 first.
Sealing
›
Forcefully sha

›Use the valve remover 2 to unscrew the valve core and place it on a clean
surface (rag, paper, etc.).
Sealing and inflating the tyre
Read and observe
on page 164 first.
Sealing
›
Forcefully shake the tyre inflater bottle
10
» Fig. 145 on page 165 back and
forth several times.
›
Firmly screw the inflation hose
3
onto the tyre inflater bottle
10
in a clock-
wise direction. The film on the cap is pierced automatically.
›
Remove the plug from the inflation hose
3
and plug the open end fully onto
the tyre valve.
›
Hold the bottle
10
with the bottom facing upwards and fill all of the sealing
agent from the tyre inflater bottle into the tyre.
›
Remove the empty tyre inflater bottle from the valve.
›
Screw the valve core back into the tyre valve using the valve remover
2
.
Inflating
›
Screw the tyre inflation hose
7
» Fig. 145 on page 165 of the air compressor
firmly onto the tyre valve.
›
Start the engine and run it in idle.
›
Plug the connector
6
into 12 Volt socket » page 76, 12-Volt power outlet .
›
Switch on the air compressor with the ON and OFF switch
9
.
›
Allow the air compressor to run until a pressure of 2.0-2.5 bar is achieved.
Maximum run time of 8 minutes » .
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
If you cannot reach an air pressure of 2.0–2.5 bar, unscrew the tyre inflation
hose
7
from the tyre valve.
›
Drive the vehicle 10 metres forwards or backwards to allow the sealing agent
to “distribute” in the tyre.
›
Firmly screw the tyre inflation hose
7
back onto the tyre valve and repeat
the inflation process.
›
If you cannot reach the required tyre inflation pressure here either, this
means the tyre has sustained too much damage. You cannot seal with tyre with the breakdown kit »
.
›
Switch off the air compressor.
›
Remove the tyre inflation hose
7
from the tyre valve.
Once a tyre inflation pressure of 2.0–2.5 bar is achieved, continue the journey
at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
WARNING■ If you cannot inflate the tyre to at least 2.0 bar, this means the damage
sustained was too serious. The sealing agent cannot be used to seal the
tyre. 
Do not continue to drive! Seek help from a specialist garage.■
The tyre inflation hose and air compressor may get hot as the tyre is be-
ing inflated – there is a risk of burning.
CAUTION
Switch off the air compressor after running 8 minutes at the latest – there is a
risk of overheating! Allow the air compressor to cool a few minutes before
switching it on again.
Notes for driving with tyre repaired
Read and observe
on page 164 first.
The inflation pressure of the repaired tyre must be checked after driving for 10minutes.
If the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar or less
›
 Do not drive the vehicle! You cannot properly seal with tyre with the
breakdown kit.
If the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar or more
›
Set the tyre pressure back to the correct value.
›
Continue driving carefully to the nearest specialist garage at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
WARNING■ A tyre filled with sealant has the same driving characteristics as a stand-
ard tyre.■
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
■
Avoid accelerating at full throttle, sharp braking and fast cornering.
Jump-starting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Jump-starting using the battery from another vehicle
167

166Do-it-yourself

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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide Assignment of the fuses in the dash panelFig. 158
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
Read and observe
and on page 173 first.
No.Powe

Assignment of the fuses in the dash panelFig. 158
Schematic representation of the fuse box for vehicles with left-
hand steering/right-hand steering
Read and observe
and on page 173 first.
No.Power consumer1S-contact2START - STOP3Instrument cluster, headlight range adjustment, telephone, oil level
sensor, diagnostic port, dimmable interior rear-view mirror4Control unit for ABS/ESC, steering angle sensor strip with switches5Petrol engine: Speed regulating system6Reversing light (manual gearbox)7Ignition, engine control unit, automatic gearbox8Brake pedal switch, clutch switch, engine cooling fan9Operating controls for the heating, electronic control unit for air con-
ditioning system, park distance control, window lift, engine cooling
fan, heated washer nozzles10DC-DC converter11Mirror adjustment12Control unit for trailer detection13Electronic control unit for automatic gearbox, selector lever of the
automatic gearbox14Headlight range control15Not assignedNo.Power consumer16Power steering, speed sensor, engine control unit, control unit for
fuel pump17Daytime running lights/radio for vehicles with START-STOP18Mirror heater19Ignition lock input20Engine control unit, electronic control unit for fuel pump, fuel pump21Reversing lamp (automatic gearbox), fog lights with the function
CORNER
22
Operating controls for the heating, electronic control unit for air con-
ditioning system, telephone, instrument cluster, steering angle
sender, multi-function steering wheel, ignition key removal lock, di-
agnostic port, rain sensor23Interior lighting, storage compartment and luggage compartment,
side lights24Central control unit25Light switch26Rear window wiper27Operating lever underneath the steering wheel28Petrol engine: ACF valve, PTC heater29Injection, coolant pump30Fuel pump, ignition system, cruise control31Lambda probe32High-pressure fuel pump, control valve for fuel pressure33Engine control unit34Engine control unit, vacuum pump35Switch illumination, number plate light, parking light36High beam, light switch37Rear fog light, DC-DC converter38Fog lights39Air blower for heating40Not assigned41Heated front seats42Rear window heater 174Do-it-yourself

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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide No.Power consumer43Horn44Windscreen wipers45Boot lid lock, central locking system46Alarm47Cigarette lighter48ABS49Turn signal lights, brake lights50DC-DC converter, radio51Electric windows (drivers w

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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide Towing the vehicle using the tow hitch169
tyre repair164
Unlocking the tailgate171
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
158
First-aid kit 158
Jack159
Reflective Vest158
Vehicle tool kit159
Warning tr

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SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2014 1.G Owners Guide Rear fog light61
Warning light38
Rear mirror67
Exterior mirror68
Interior mirror67
Refuelling139
Fuel139
Remote control Locking
50
Replacing the battery170
Synchronisation process170
Unlocking50
Remot

Rear fog light61
Warning light38
Rear mirror67
Exterior mirror68
Interior mirror67
Refuelling139
Fuel139
Remote control Locking
50
Replacing the battery170
Synchronisation process170
Unlocking50
Remote control key Replacing the battery
170
Removing the bar ball, Step 1
123
bar ball, Step 2123
Repairs and technical alterations128
Replacement parts128
Replacing Bulb for main beam, daytime running lights and parking light
177
Bulb for the fog light178
Bulb for the licence plate light179
Bulb in rear light180
Fuses173
Fuses in the dash panel173
Fuses in the engine compartment175
High beam bulb (halogen headlights)177
Rear window wiper blade172
Vehicle battery151
windscreen wiper blades172
Replenishing Coolant
147
Engine oil146
Windscreen washer fluid143
Retraction and economical driving111
Revolution counter31
Roof Load
88
Roof rack88
mounting points88
Roof load88
Rubber seals133
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
51
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
51
Safe securing system51
Safety8
Child safety22
Child safety seats22
Correct seated position9
Head restraints70
ISOFIX25
TOP TETHER26
Save electrical energy111
Save fuel111
Seals Vehicle care
133
Seat Adjusting
69
Seat belt Warning light
35
Seat belts12
Belt tensioners15
fastening and unfastening14
Height adjustment15
Inertia reels15
The physical principle of a frontal collision13
Seat features71
Seats Front armrest
72
Head restraints70
Heating71
Rear armrest72
Seat backrests72
Seats and head restraint69
Selector lever Refer to Selector lever109
Service129
Service interval display47
Setting33
Lower position of the variable loading floor86
seats and head restraints69
Upper position of the variable loading floor85
Setting the33
Side airbag18
SmartGate connection
102
Password103
Settings102
Smart Gate Website
102
Snow chains157
Spare change
160
spare wheel159
change160
instructions160
Speedometer31
See speedometer31
Speed symbol Refer to Wheels
155
Spoiler130
Staring engine Jump-starting
167
START-STOP116
Jump-starting167
Manually deactivating/activating the system118
Operating conditions of the system117
operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox117
operation in vehicles with manual gearbox117
system-related automatic start-up118
Start engine105
Starting engine Jump-starting
166
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