warning SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2016 1.G Service Manual

Fog lights/rear fog lightFig. 43
Light switch – switch on front
and rear fog lights
Read and observe on page 53 first.
Switching on the fog lights / rear fog lights is possible if the following condi-
tions apply.
The light switch is in position ,
 or

» Fig. 43 .
›
To switch on the fog lights , pull the light switch in position
1
; the warning
light  illuminates in the instrument cluster.
›
To
switch on the rear fog light , pull the light switch to position
2
, the indi-
cator light  will light up in the instrument cluster.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch to the only possible setting.
The fog lights/rear fog light are switched off in the reverse order.
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 53 first.
The CORNER function automatically switches on the fog lights on the respec-tive side of the vehicle (e.g. when cornering), if the following conditions are ful-
filled.
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.
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
Read and observe
on page 53 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 .
The two functions can be activated/deactivated and set in Infotainment
» Owner´s Manual - Infotainment .
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 cover the sensor -
the system function can be disrupted.■
If this option is always enabled, then the battery is heavily loaded.
1)
If the two switch-on variants are conflicting (e.g. 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.
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Hazard warning light systemFig. 44
Button for hazard warning light
system
Read and observe on page 53 first.
›
To switch on/off , press the
 button
» Fig. 44 .
When switched on, the turn signal lights and the warning light  buttons all
flash at the same time as 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.
When the hazard warning system is switched 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 1)
.
Parking light
Read and observe
on page 53 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 all the way into position
 or
 until it stops
» Fig. 41
on page 55 .
The parking light is turned on on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Switching on the side light on both sides ›Switch on the ignition and turn the light switch to position , the parking
lights » page 54 are turned on.›
Switch off the ignition and lock the car.
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 au-
dible warning is turned off.
CAUTION
■ Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.■The parking lights may switch off automatically due to a low battery charge.
If the two-sided parking lights are switched on when the ignition is off, the
parking lights will not switch on automatically.
Driving abroad
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is neces-
sary to have the headlights adapted by a specialist garage.
Interior lighting
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior light
58
LED front interior lights
58
Interior lighting, rear
58
The inner lighting also works if the ignition is switched off. With the ignition
switched off, the lights will automatically switch off after approximately after
10 minutes.
1)
Valid only when comfort signalling is activated » page 55.
57Lights and visibility

The rear light - variant 1 is operated together with the automatic operation of
the light at the front 1)
.
▶ When the front lighting is switched on, the rear lighting also turns on auto-
matically.
▶ When the front lighting is switched off, the rear lighting can be switched
on/off as required.
Visibility
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
59
Sun visors
59
Sun screen of the panoramic roof
60WARNINGNo 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 heater
Fig. 47
Buttons for the windscreen and
rear window heater
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the windscreen and rear window.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
Buttons for the heating (depending on vehicle equipment) » Fig. 47
Switching on/off the windscreen heater
Switch on/off the rear window heater
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 133 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge
protection .■
If the light is flashing inside the button, the heater will not function due to
low battery.
Sun visors
Fig. 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
12AB1)
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.
59Lights and visibility

Sun screen of the panoramic roofFig. 49
Open sun screen
Read and observe on page 59 first.
The sunshade of the panoramic roof can be opened manually in the direction
of arrow or closed in the opposite direction of the arrow » Fig. 49.
WARNINGWhen operating the sun blind, proceed with caution to avoid causing crush-
ing injuries – risk of injury!
Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers
60
Rear windscreen wipers and washers/ reversing camera cleaning system
61
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.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 152.■
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.
Windscreen wipers and washers
Fig. 50
Operating the windscreen wipers
and washer system
Read and observe and on page 60 first.
The lever can be moved to the following positions » Fig. 50
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) 

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 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. 51
Operating the windscreen wipers
and washing system
Read and observe and on page 60 first.
The lever can be moved to the following positions » Fig. 51
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 the windscreen wipers switched on and reverse gear selected, is selected,
the regular intermittent wiping of the rear window takes place automatically.
Depending on the equipment, the function can be enabled / disabled in Info-
tainment » Owner´s Manual - Infotainment or by a specialist garage.
AHeadlight cleaning system
Read and observe
and on page 60 first.
The headlights are cleaned with every first and after every tenth spraying of
the windscreen 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. using the de-icing spray).
Rear view mirror
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror dimming
62
Exterior mirrors
62WARNINGExterior mirrors increase the field of view, however, they make objects ap-
pear smaller and further away. Therefore, use the interior mirror whenever
possible, for assessing the distances to the vehicles following behind.61Lights and visibility

Interior mirror dimmingFig. 52
Interior mirror: manual dimming/auto-darkening
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 52 -

Basic mirror position (not darkened)
Mirror blackout
Mirror with automatic dimming
The mirror dimming » Fig. 52 -
 is automatically controlled after the engine
start.
When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
WARNING■ Attach external devices (e.g. navigation system) not in the vicinity of the
mirror with automatic dimming . The illuminated display of an external de-
vice can affect the function of the rear-view mirror - it could cause an acci-
dent.■
The automatic dimming mirror only functions smoothly if the light falling
on the sensors is not compromised (e.g. by the sunshade at the back). The
sensors are located on the front and back of the mirror.
12WARNING■ The mirrors with automatic dimming contain electrolyte fluid which may
leak if the mirror glass is broken - this can irritate skin, eyes and the respi-
ratory system.■
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 mirrors
Fig. 53
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. 53.
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. 53 - 
.
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) 
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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 touch 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
63
Setting the armrest height
64WARNING■ 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. 54
Control elements on the seat
Read and observe on page 63 first.
The seats can be adjusted by the pulling or pressing the operating element in
the direction of the arrows » Fig. 54.
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 (during adjustment, release the backrest and
select the required tilt using your back)
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.ABC63Seats and head restraints

Setting the armrest heightFig. 55
Raise armrest
Read and observe on page 63 first.
›
To adjust the height , lift the armrest in the direction of the arrow into one of
the six locking positions » Fig. 55.
›
To fold down , lift the armrest in the direction of the arrow up to the stop and
then fold back down again.
Rear seats
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Seat backrests
64
Fold down armrest
65
Seat backrests
Fig. 56
Folding the seat backrest forwards/standby position of the seat
belt
Before folding the seat backrests forwards, adapt the position of the front
seats in such a way that they are not damaged by the folded seat backrests.
Folding forward›
Push the headrest into the seat backrest until it clicks into position.
›
Insert the belt buckle latching element
C
of the seat belt into the opening in
the side panel - ready position » Fig. 56.
›
Push the release lever
A
in the direction of arrow
1
and fold down the seat
backrest in the direction of arrow
2
.
In the undivided seat back, insert the buckle tongues
C
into the two outer
belts and the press the release handles
A
on both sides of the seat back si-
multaneously.
Folding backwards
›
Pull the outer seat belt to the side panel in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 56 .
›
Raise the seat backrest against the direction of arrow
2
until the release
handle
A
audibly locks. Check this by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Make sure that the red pin
B
is hidden.
In the undivided seat back, pull the two outer belts to the side panel. After
folding back the seat back, the release handles
A
should audibly click into
place on both sides of the seat back and the red mark
B
should not be visible
on either side of the seat back.
WARNING■ The seat backs in occupied rear seats must be properly engaged.■When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the backrest forward, ensure the safety of the passengers
transported on the other rear seats.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects
in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on
sudden braking – risk of injury.
CAUTION
When moving the seat backrest, the seat belts should not be trapped - there is
a risk of damage to the seat belts.64Using the system

›To
remove , hold the locking button A in the direction of arrow 1, at the
same time, using a flat screwdriver (with a max. width of 5 mm), press the
locking button in the opening B
in the direction of arrow
2
and remove the
rest in the direction of arrow
3
» Fig. 60 .
›
To insert the headrest, push the headrest into the seat backrest in the direc-
tion of arrow
4
until the locking button clicks into place.
Seat heaters
Fig. 61
Buttons for heating the front /rear seats
The seat backrests and surfaces of the front seats and the outer rear seats
can be heated electronically.
Seat heating buttons » Fig. 61
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
›
To turn on the heater at maximum heat (level 2), press button
 or
.
By repeatedly pressing the button, the heat is turned down until it is com-
pletely switched off . The level of the seat heating is indicated by the number
of illuminated warning lights in the switch.
The seat heating only operates when the engine is running.
WARNINGIf you are sensitive to pain and/or temperature, e.g. through medication,
paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we recommend not to
use the seat heating. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make
regular breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the
body can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your
doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.CAUTIONThe following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not switch on the heating for unoccupied seats.
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have objects on them (e.g. a
child seat, bag or similar).
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have seat covers or protective
covers on them.
Note
■ If the heaters are set to their highest intensity (level 2), they are automatical-
ly switched down to level 1 after 10 minutes.■
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automati-
cally » page 133 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery dis-
charge protection .
66Using the system

Useful features
Interior fittings
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Ticket holder
67
stowage compartments in the doors
68
Storage compartment in the centre console
68
USB and AUX input
68
Storage compartment on the dashboard
68
Cup holders
69
Waste container
69
Cigarette lighter
70
Ashtray
70
12-volt socket
71
Multimedia holder
71
Storage compartment in the front arm rest
72
Glasses compartment
72
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
72
Storage compartment for umbrella
73
Clothes hook
73
Storage pockets on the backs of the front seats
73
Storage pockets on the inner sides of the front seats
73WARNING■ Do not place anything on the dashboard. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving and may distract you from concentrating on the traffic –
risk of accident!■
Make sure that while driving no objects can enter the driver's footwell -
they could cause an accident!
■
Do not carry any objects on the front passenger seat, except objects de-
signed for this purpose (e.g. child seats) – risk of accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the
drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud-
den braking or the vehicle collides with something.
WARNING (Continued)■ For safety reasons, lockable storage compartments should be closed
while driving - there is a risk of injury from the opened lid or through the
loose objects in the compartment.■
Make sure no objects protrude from the storage compartments - danger
of injury!
■
Do not exceed the permissible loads for the storage compartments and
pockets - risk of injury and risk of damage to the compartments and pock-
ets!
■
Ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like should only be stored in the ashtray -
danger of fire/burns!
■
The storage compartments, multimedia holder and waste container are
not a substitute for the ashtray and must not be used for such purposes –
risk of fire!
CAUTION
Do not place any large or sharp objects in the storage compartments and pock-
ets - there is a risk of damage to the compartments and pockets.
Ticket holder
Fig. 62
Ticket holder
Read and observe and on page 67 first.
The ticket holder » Fig. 62 is provided for the holding and displaying e.g. car
park tickets.
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