brake sensor SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK 2017 Owners Manual

The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as the system) warns you of the dan-
ger of a collision with a vehicle or another obstacle in front of the vehicle, and
tries to avoid a collision or mitigate its consequences by automatically applying
the brakes where necessary.
The area in front of the vehicle is monitored by a radar sensor » Fig. 129 on
page 106 .WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 96, in section Introduction .■
The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
CAUTION
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the electri-
cally connected trailer, the system becomes unavailable.
Radar sensor
Fig. 129
Installation location of the radar
sensor
Read and observe and on page 106 first.
The radar sensor » Fig. 129(hereinafter referred to as the sensor) may detect
objects by emitting and receiving electromagnetic waves.
The sensor function may be impaired in the events of one of the following. ▶ The sensor cover is soiled (e.g. with mud, snow and the like).
▶ The area in front of and around the sensor cover is obscured (e.g. by labels,
auxiliary headlights and the like).
▶ When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
If the sensor is dirty or covered, the corresponding message appears on the
display of the instrument cluster » page 108, Malfunctions .
WARNING■
If you suspect that the sensor is damaged, deactivate the system. Have
the sensor checked by a specialist garage.■
A collision or damage in the front or lower area of the vehicle could affect
the sensor function - there is risk of accident! Have the sensor checked by
a specialist garage.
■
Do not cover the area in front of and around the sensor cover. This can
lead to impaired function of the sensor - risk of accidents!
CAUTION
Remove the snow with a brush and the ice with a solvent-free de-icer.
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 106 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ Alerts you about a dangerous proximity to the vehicle ahead.
▶ Warns you of an impending collision.
▶ Assists with a brake action triggered by the driver.
▶ If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, an automatic braking ac-
tion is performed.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The system is activated.
TCS is activated » page 97.
The vehicle is travelling forwards at a speed of more than approx. 5 km/h.
Note
The system can be impaired or may not be available, for example when driving
in “sharp ”curves or with an ESC engagement » page 97.106Driving

DisposalAcceptance and recycling of used vehicles120
Distance warning107
Warning light36
Door Child safety lock
49
Emergency locking151
Emergency locking of the driver's door150
Opening/Closing48
Door alarm37
Drive Driving through water
95
DriveGreen94
Driving Emissions
163
Fuel consumption163
Maximum speed167
through water95
E
Economical driving
94
EDL98
Electric power windows Operational faults
53
Electric window51
Buttons in the driver´s door52
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)98
Electronic immobiliser86
Emergency Hazard warning light system
57
Jump-starting147
Selector lever-unlocking151
Starting / stopping the engine with the push of a button
87
Starting the engine / stopping with the push of a button
88
Towing the vehicle148
Towing the vehicle using the trailer device149
Tyre repair145
Unlocking/locking the door150
Unlocking / locking the door151
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher
140
First aid kit140
Jack141
Reflective vest140
Vehicle tool kit141
Warning triangle140
Emergency spare Removing / stowing
142
Emission control system32
Emissions163
Engine Information messages
35
Running in94
Engine compartment128
Brake fluid133
Coolant131
Engine oil130
Overview129
Vehicle battery133
Windscreen washer fluid130
Engine drag torque control (MSR)97
Engine number162
engine oil specification
130
Engine oil130
Check131
Oil changing130
Refilling131
Warning light35
EPC32
ESC Operation
97
Warning light31
Extended warranty5
F
Fastening elements
76
Fatigue detection108
Films123
Fire extinguisher140
First aid kit140
Flashing55
Floor covering in the luggage compartment79
Fog lights Warning light
34
Fog lights/rear fog light56
Fog lights with the CORNER function56
Footmats91
refer to footmats91
Force limiter Window
53
Front Assist105
Deactivation/activation108
Distance warning107
Malfunctions108
Operation106
Radar sensor106
Warning and automatic braking107
Warning light36, 37
Front seats63
Fuel126
Diesel127
Fuel gauge29
refer to Fuel126
Refuelling126
Unleaded petrol126
Warning light33
Fuel consumption163
Fuel reserve33
Fuses153
in the dashboard153, 154
in the engine compartment155, 156
G
Gearbox Information messages
34
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