maintenance SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2015 1.G Owner's Guide
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NoteDriving comfort is not impaired by consumers being deactivated. The driver is
often not aware of it having taken place.Wheels
Tyres and wheel rims
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Notes on using wheels
154
Tyre pressure
155
Tyre wear
156
Tyre wear indicator and wheels exchange
156
Tyre damage
157
Unidirectional tyres
157
Spare wheel
157
Spare wheel
157
Tyre label
158
Only use tyres or wheel rims that have been approved by ŠKODA for your mod-
el of vehicle.
WARNINGFor reasons of driving safety, do not replace tyres individually.
Note
■ We recommend that any work on the wheels or tyres is carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
We recommend that you use wheel rims, tyres, full wheel trims and snow
chains from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Notes on using wheels
Read and observe
on page 154 first.
During the first 500 km, new tyres do not offer optimum grip and appropriate
care should therefore be taken when driving.
Always fit the tyres with the deeper tread depth to the front wheels.
Tyre storage
Identify disassembled tyres so that the previous direction of rotation can be
maintained if the tyres are reassembled.
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NoteThe declaration of conformity (COC document), can be obtained from a ŠKODA1)
partner.
Tyre wear
Read and observe
on page 154 first.
Tyre wear depends on the pressure, driving style, and other circumstances.
Attention to the following notes may affect tyre wear.
Driving style
Fast cornering, sharp acceleration and braking increase the wear of your tyres.
Wheel balance
The wheels of a new vehicle are balanced. When driving, however, there are a
range of factors that may result in an imbalance. This may become apparent by
a “vibration” in the steering. If this is the case, have the wheels checked by a
specialist garage.
Have the wheels likewise rebalanced after replacing the tyres.
Setting the vehicle geometry
Incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear leads to excess wear on the
tyres and impairs driving safety. With a distinctive tyre wear, we recommend
that you check the setting of the vehicle geometry in a specialist workshop.
WARNING■ An incorrect wheel alignment at the front or rear impairs handling.■Unusual vibrations or pulling of the vehicle to one side could be a sign of
tyre damage. If there is any suspicion that a wheel is damaged, immediately
reduce your speed and stop! If no external tyre damage is evident, drive
slowly and carefully to the nearest specialist garage to have the vehicle
checked.Tyre wear indicator and wheels exchangeFig. 160
Principle sketch: Replace tyre tread with wear indicators /
wheels
Read and observe
on page 154 first.
Wear indicators
The base of the tread of the tyres contains has a 1.6 mm high wear indicator » Fig. 160 -
. In some countries, different tyre wear rates may apply.
Markings on the walls of the tyres through the letters “TWI”, triangular sym-
bols or other symbols identify the position of the wear indicators.
Exchanging the wheels
For uniform wear on all tyres, we recommend that you change the wheels ev-
ery 10 000 km according to the scheme » Fig. 160-
. You will then obtain ap-
proximately the same life for all the tyres.
After a wheel has been replaced, the tyre pressure has to be adjusted.
In vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring, save tyre pressure values » page 120.
WARNING■
You must have your tyres replaced with new ones at the latest when the
wear indicators have been worn down.■
Worn tyres impair necessary adhesion to the road surface, particularly at
high speeds on wet roads. This could lead to “aquaplaning” (uncontrolled vehicle movement – “swimming” on a wet road surface).
1)
Only valid for some countries and some models.
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Tyre labelRead and observe
on page 154 first.
Only use radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and treadpattern on one axle on all four wheels.
When mounting new tyres the tyres have to be replaced axle by axle.
Explanation of tyre markings
For example, 225/50R 17 91 T means:
225Tyre width in mm50Height/width ratio in %RCode letter for the type of tyre – Radial17Diameter of wheel in inches91Load indexTSpeed symbol
The date of manufacture is stated on the tyre wall (possibly on the inside).
For example DOT ... 10 15... means that the tyre was manufactured in the 10th
week of the year 2015.
Load index
The load index indicates the maximum permissible load for each individual
tyre.
Load index838485868788Load
(In kg)487500515530545560
Speed symbol
The maximum speed symbol indicates the maximum permissible vehicle speed
with fitted tyres in each category.
Speed
symbolSTUHVWMaximum speed
(in km/h)180190200210240270
WARNING■ Never exceed the maximum permissible load bearing capacity of moun-
ted tyres.■
Never exceed the maximum permissible speed for the mounted tyres.
Winter operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Winter tyres
158
Snow chains
159
Do not use alloy rims with bevelled or polished surfaces during the winter. The
rim surface does not have sufficient corrosion protection and could be perma-
nently damaged (e.g. through grit).
Winter tyres
The handling of your vehicle will be significantly improved when driving on
wintry roads if you fit winter tyres (labelled M+S).
To get best possible handling, winter tyres must be fitted to all four wheels. The minimum tread depth must be 4 mm.
Fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they provide better handling
properties, a shorter braking distance, less tyre noise, and reduced tyre wear
on roads which are free of snow and ice as well as at temperatures above 7 °C.
Speed symbol
Winter tyres (marked with M+S and a peak/snowflake symbol
) of a lower
speed category can be used provided that the permissible maximum speed of
these tyres is not exceeded even if the possible maximum speed of the vehicle
is higher.
On vehicles with the infotainment system with key the speed limit can be
set for winter tyres » Owner´s Manual Infotainment , chapter CAR - Adjust ve-
hicle systems .
For other vehicles with the MAXI DOT display there is the possibility to have
the speed limit set for winter tyres in a specialist workshop.
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Index
A
abroad lead-free petrol
141
Abroad Headlights
63
ABS Operation
110
Warning light33
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles133
Accessories130
Adjusting Exterior mirror
68
head restraints69
Seat69
Steering wheel9
Adjusting the seats8
Adjustment Beam range
59
Advance warning/emergency braking Warning light
38
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
94
Airbag14
Deactivating18
Deactivating the front passenger airbag18
Deployment15
Front airbag15
Head airbag17
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 132
Side airbag
16
Warning light34
Airbag system14
Air conditioning90
Air distribution control93
Climatronic92
Manual air conditioning91
Air distribution control93
Air outlet vents94
Alarm Enable/disable
54
Switch off54
Trailer128
Triggering54
Alcantara cleaning
139
Anodized parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
136
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)110
Anti-theft alarm system Enable/disable
54
Trailer128
Anti-theft wheel bolts163
Armrest Front
71
Rear71
artificial leather139
Ashtray75
Assembling the tow bar, Step 1
123
tow bar, Step 2124
Assist systems109
Auto-check control39
Automatic driving lamp control61
Automatic gearbox104
Selector lever-emergency unlocking172
Selector lever lock105
Starting-off and driving106
Tiptronic105
Using the selector lever104
Automatic gearbox modes104
Automatic load deactivation153
automatic transmission selector lever lock defect
105
Automatic transmission Kick-down
106
Malfunctions36
Selector lever lock105
Warning light36
Warning messages36
AUX80
Avoiding damage to your vehicle108
B
Bags on the backs of the front seats
79
Ball head Check fitting
124
Ready position122, 123
Battery In the remote control key
171
Belts11
Belt tensioners13
Bonnet Closing
144
Opening144
Boot Cargo element
85
Class N1 vehicles86
Hooks83
See Boot lid55
Storage compartments85
Boot cover Parking position
84
Boot lid automatic locking
55
Closing55
Opening55
Brake Assist (HBA)111
Brake booster102
brake fluid specification
150
Brake fluid149
Checking150
Information messages32
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Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)Warning light35
Brakes Brake booster
102
Brake fluid150
Braking and stabilisation systems109
Handbrake102
Information messages32
Running-in106
Warning light32
Brakes and parking101
Brake system109
Braking Information on braking
101
Button CAR see Infotainment
4
Button in driver's door electric windows
56
C
Car care Jack
137
Car computer see multifunction display
40
Care and maintenance130
Cargo element85
Car park103
Car park ticket holder73
Carrier Roof rack
89
Cavity protection137
Central locking49
Problems53
Central locking button51
Change Engine oil
146
light bulb in tail light181
Changing bulbs
177
Front turn signal bulb180
Wheels161
Changing a wheel Follow-up work
165
Preliminary work162
Changing wheels Wheel removal and fix
165
Charging a vehicle battery152
Check Fit ball head properly
124
Checking Battery electrolyte level
152
Brake fluid150
Coolant148
Engine oil147
Oil level147
Windscreen washer fluid145
Checks Statutory checks
130
Children and safety19
Child safety Side airbag
21
Child safety lock53
Child seat Classification
21
ISOFIX22
on the front passenger seat20
TOP TETHER24
Use of child seats21
Use of ISOFIX child seats23
Chrome parts Refer to vehicle maintenance
136
Cigarette lighter75
Clean Anodized parts
136
Chrome parts136
Cleaning Alcantara
139
and maintaining belts140
artificial leather139
headlight glasses136
materials139
natural leather138
plastic parts135
seats covers of the electrically heated seats140
wheels137
Cleaning safety belt
140
Cleaning seat covers
140
Cleaning the interior artificial leather
139
Seat covers140
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Cavity protection
137
Decorative films135
Door locking cylinder137
Headlight glasses136
Protective films135
Towing device137
Under-body protection138
wheels137
Windows and external mirrors136
Cleaning vehicle133
Cleaning vehicle exterior134
Anodized parts136
Chrome parts136
Plastic parts135
Rubber seals136
Vehicle paint work135
Wiper blades138
Clean interior Safety belt
140
Climatronic air distribution control
93
Automatic mode93
Operating elements92
Clothes hook79
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Hill Start Assist (HHC)111
Hitch121
Drawback load121
Hooks83
Horn27
I
Ice scrapers
136
Ignition lock96
Immobilizer95
Indicator lights31
Individual settings Locking
52
Unlocking52
Inertia reels13
Information system39
Compass point display45
Door warning39
Gear recommendation39
MAXI DOT display42
Multifunction display40
operation40
Service interval display46
Information system operation40
Infotainment4
Instrument cluster28
Auto-check control39
Counter for distance driven30
Display29
Fuel gauge30
Indicator lights31
Overview28
Revolution counter29
see instrument cluster28
Temperature gauge29
Interior care138
Natural leather138
interior light Front
63
Interior monitor54
iPad holder Behind the headrests
80
Handling80
ISOFIX22
J
Jack
161
Maintenance137
Jacking points Raise vehicle
164
Jump-starting168
K
KESSY Locking
51
Unlocking51
Key Lock
50
Start the engine96
Stopping the engine96
Switch off the ignition96
Switch on the ignition96
Unlock50
L
Lamp failure Warning light
37
Lamps Warning light
37
Leather Natural leather care
138
LEAVING HOME62
Lever Main beam
60
Turn signal60
Windscreen wipers66
Light COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME62
Daytime running lights60
Fog Lights61
Headlights with CORNER function62
Parking light63
Rear fog light61
Lighting Luggage compartment
81
Lights59
Automatic driving lamp control61
Beam range adjustment59
Cockpit63
Hazard warning light system62
Headlight flasher60
Indicator lights31
Low beam59
Main beam60
Parking light59
Replacing bulbs177
switching on/off59
Turn signal60
Load184
Lock Key
50
Locking Individual settings
52
KESSY51
Remote control50
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the in- side
51
Locking the door without a locking cylinder Emergency
172
Low beam59
Low temperature warning indicator Warning light
38
Low tyre pressure warning refer to the tyre pressure monitoring
119
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Luggage compartment81
Cover84
Fastening elements82
Fixing nets83
floor covering on both sides86
Lighting81
unlock manually172
Unlock the boot lid172
Variable loading floor86
Luggage compartment cover84
Luggage compartment lid55
Luggage Storage Storage net bag
85
M
Main beam
60
Warning light36
Maintenance see vehicle care
135
Manual air conditioning Air distribution control
93
Controls91
Manual gear changing see Gear changing
103
MAXI DOT See MAXI DOT display
42
MAXI DOT display42
Main menu42
Menu item assist systems45
Menu item Audio44
Menu item navigation44
Menu item telephone45
Operation43
Maximum permissible weights
183
Maximum speed188
MCB111
MDI80
Mechanical window lifter open and close
56
Mechanical window lifters56
Media see Infotainment
4
Mirror Exterior mirror
68
Interior mirror67
Make-up65
Modifications130
Modifications and technical alterations Airbags
132
Service131
Spoiler132
Multi-function display operation
40
Multi collision brake (MCB)111
Multifunction display Functions
40
Information40
Memory42
Multifunction pocket83
Multifunction steering wheel Operation
43
Multimedia AUX
80
USB80
Multimedia holder77
N
N1
86
Nameplate183
Navigation see Infotainment
4
Nets83
Notes for driving with tyre repaired167
Notes on using wheels154
O
Oil See Engine oil
147
Warning messages37
Oil pressure Warning messages
37
On-board computer see multifunction display
40
Operating weight184
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
142
Vehicle battery152
Original accessories131
Overview Engine compartment
145
Indicator lights31
P
Parking
103
Parking assistance112
Parking aid Automatic system activation when moving for-ward
114
Function112
Parking assistance112
Activation / deactivation113
Display in the Infotainment display113
Parking light59
Park Pilot112
Park the vehicle see Parking
103
Passive safety Before setting off
8
Driving safety8
Passive Safety8
Pedals103
Footmats103
Petrol see fuel
141
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Towing deviceAccessories126
Description122
Operation and maintenance137
Towing eye Front
170
Rear171
Towing protection54
Towing the vehicle169
Traction control (TCS)110
Trailer126
13-pin socket127
connection and disconnection127
Load128
Loading127
Safety eye127
Towing a trailer128
Trailer operation121
Trailer stabilization system (TSA)111
Transmission Warning messages
36
Transport Luggage compartment
81
Roof rack89
Transporting73
Transporting children safely19
TSA111
Turn signal60
Turn signal system Warning light
35
Tyre Damage
157
Explanation of the label158
see wheels158
Tyre load-bearing capacity Refer to Wheels
158
Tyre pressure155
Warning light34
Tyre pressure monitoring119
Display34
Infotainment display120
Save tyre pressure values120
Save tyre pressure values - button121
Save tyre pressure values - Infotainment120
Tyre repair General notes
166
Preparations167
Pressure test167
Sealing and inflating the tyre167
Tyres154
new106
Tyre pressure155
Wear and tear156
Wear indicators156
Tyre size158
see wheels158
U
Under-body Vehicle care
138
Under-body protection138
Unlock Key
50
Unlocking Individual settings
52
KESSY51
Remote control50
Unlocking and locking49
USB80
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
133
Useful equipment Ashtray
75
Car park ticket holder73
Cigarette lighter75
Clothes hook79
Cup holders74
Glasses compartment78
Multimedia holder77
Storage compartment73
Using the selector lever104
V
Variable loading floor
86
Folding up88
Inserting88
Lower position87
Parking position88
Removing88
Upper position87
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation
153
charging152
Checking the battery electrolyte level152
Cover151
Operation in winter152
Replacing153
Safety instructions150
Warning light36
Vehicle care Alcantara
139
Anodized parts136
Artificial leather139
Cavity protection137
Chrome parts136
Cleaning vehicle exterior134
Cleaning wheels137
Decorative and protective films135
Door locking cylinder137
Headlight glasses136
Interior care138
Maintenance135
Materials139
Natural leather138
Plastic parts135
Polishing vehicle paint work135
Rubber seals136
Safety belt140
Seat covers140
198Index