Skoda Rapid (2019 year). Manual - part 11

Reversing camera

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Introduction

The reversing camera (hereinafter the system) helps the driver to park and ma-

noeuvre the vehicle by displaying the area behind the vehicle on the Infotain-

ment screen (hereinafter only referred to as the screen).

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed 

» page 166,

   in section Introduction.

■

The camera may not be soiled or obscured, otherwise the system func-

tion will be significantly affected - there is a risk of accident. For informa-

tion on cleaning 

» page 190

.

CAUTION

■

The camera image is distorted by contrast with eyesight. For this reason, the

screen display is only of limited use for estimating distances to vehicles be-

hind.

■

Some items, such as narrow columns, chain link fences or lattice, may not be

represented adequately in terms of screen resolution.

■

In a crash or damage the vehicle's rear camera can possibly deviate from the

correct position. If this is the case, have the sensor checked by a specialist ga-

rage.

Note

The camera is equipped with a cleaning system. The spraying is carried out au-

tomatically when the rear window is sprayed.

Operation

Fig. 198  Installation location of the camera / scanned area behind the

vehicle

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Read and observe   and   on page 172 first.

The camera for capturing the area behind the vehicle is in the boot lid handle

» Fig. 198

.

Area behind the vehicle 

» Fig. 198

Detection range of the camera
Area outside the detection range of the camera

The system can assist the driver when parking and manoeuvring under the fol-

lowing basic conditions.

The ignition is switched on.
Reverse gear is engaged.
The luggage compartment lid is completely closed.
The vehicle is travelling at less than 15 km/h.
The area behind the vehicle is clearly visible.
The selected parking / manoeuvring area is clear and even.

Note

■

The screen display can be interrupted by pressing the symbol button 

» Fig. 196

 on page 171.

■

After disengaging reverse gear, automatic screen display of the parking aid is

carried out (variant 2) 

» page 170

.

A
B

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Driving

Guidelines and function surfaces

Fig. 199  Infotainment screen: Orientation lines / function interfaces

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Read and observe   and   on page 172 first.

On the screen, orientation lines are shown along with the monitored area be-

hind the vehicle.
Distance of the orientation lines behind the vehicle 

» Fig. 199

The distance is about 40 cm (safety distance limit).
The distance is about 100 cm.
The distance is about 200 cm.

The distance may vary slightly depending on the load of the vehicle and the

road inclination.
The distance between the side lines corresponds approximately to the vehicle

width including mirrors.
Function surfaces 

» Fig. 199

Depending on the Infotainment type: Turns off the display of the area

behind the vehicle
Screen settings – brightness, contrast, colour

Switching on/off audible parking signals

Switching on/off the reduced park assistance display

Change to park assistance display

CAUTION

The objects shown on the screen can be closer or even further away than they

appear. This is especially the case in the following situations.

■

Protruding objects, such as the rear of a truck and the like.

A
B
C



  





  



  

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■

When driving from a horizontal surface into a slope or a depression.

■

When driving from a slope or a depression onto a horizontal surface.

Cruise Control System

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Introduction

The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed without you having to

actuate the accelerator pedal. The state where the CCS maintains the speed is

referred to hereinafter as the control.

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed 

» page 166,

   in section Introduction.

■

After pressing the clutch pedal, no interrupted control occurs! For exam-

ple, if a different gear is engaged and the clutch pedal is released, control is

continued.

Operation

Fig. 200  MAXI DOT display (monochrome): Examples of status displays

the CCS

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Assist systems

Fig. 201  Segment display: Examples of status displays the CCS

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Read and observe   on page 173 first.

CCS status displays 

» Fig. 200

, 

» Fig. 201

Speed set, but control is inactive.
Control is active.
No speed set.
System fault - seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Basic requirements for starting the control

The CCS is activated.
On vehicles with a manual transmission, the second gear or higher is en-

gaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever is in the

D/S position or in the Tiptronic position.
The current speed is higher than 20 km/h.

This, however, is only possible to the extent permitted by the engine output

and braking power of the vehicle.

WARNING

If the engine output or engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain the

set speed, the driver must assume control of the accelerator and brake

pedals!

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operation description

Fig. 202 

Cruise control system controls

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Read and observe   on page 173 first.

Overview of the control elements of the CCS 

» Fig. 202

A



Activate CCS (control deactivated)

 



Interrupt control (sprung position)

 



Deactivate CCS (delete set speed)

B



Take control again

a)

 / Increase speed

C



Start control / reduce speed

D



Switching between CCS and speed limiter

a)

If no speed is set the current speed is adopted.

Once the controls are activated, the CCS maintains the vehicle at the set

speed; the warning light 



 lights up in the instrument cluster.

Controls are automatically interrupted if any of the following occur.

▶

The brake pedal is operated.

▶

When one of the brake assist systems (e.g. ESC) intervenes.

▶

Through an airbag deployment.

▶

By pressing button 

D

 

» Fig. 202

.

WARNING

■

Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the sys-

tem being switched on unintentionally.

■

The control does not resume if the set speed is too high for the existing

traffic conditions.

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Driving

Note

■

During control, speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal. Re-

leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set

speed.

■

By pressing the button 

D

 

» Fig. 202

 during the control procedure this is can-

celled and the Speed Limiter is activated.

Speed limiter

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Introduction

The speed limiter limits the maximum driving speed to the set speed limit.
The speed limit can only be exceeded by depressing the accelerator pedal fully.
The condition in which the speed limiter prevents a set speed limit from being

exceeded is referred to hereinafter as Regulation.

WARNING

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed 

» page 166,

   in section Introduction.

Operation

Fig. 203  MAXI DOT display (monochrome): Examples of Speed Limiter

status displays

Fig. 204  Segment display: Examples of Speed Limiter status displays

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Read and observe   on page 175 first.

Status displays of the speed limiter 

» Fig. 203

, 

» Fig. 204

Speed limit set, but regulation is inactive.
Control is active.
No speed limit set.
System fault - seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Basic requirements for start of control

The speed limiter is activated.
The current speed is higher than 30 km/h.

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Assist systems

Operation description

Fig. 205 

Operating elements of the

speed limiter

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Overview of the control elements of the speed limiter 

» Fig. 205

A



Activate CCS (required condition for the subsequent activation of

the speed limiter)

 

 

To activate the speed limiter, the switch must be adjusted to posi-

tion , then press 

D

 to operate.

 



Interrupt control (sprung position)

 



Deactivate speed limiter (set limit delete)

B



Take control again 

a)

 / increase speed - press (in increments of 1

km/h), hold (in increments of 10 km/h)

C



Start regulation / reduce speed - press (in increments of 1 km/h),

hold (in increments of 10 km/h)

D



Switching between CCS and speed limiter

a)

If no speed limit is set, the current speed is set as the speed limit.

After starting the system, the current speed is set as the speed limit, the warn-

ing light 



 lights up in the instrument cluster.

Exceeding the speed limit during the regulation

If, during the control, it is necessary to exceed the speed limit (e.g. to over-

take), the accelerator pedal must be pressed fully.
When exceeding the speed limit (e.g. driving down a hill), an acoustic signal

sounds and the warning light 



 flashes in the instrument cluster.

The regulation is resumed once the speed has fallen below the set limit.

Note

By pressing the button 

D

 during the regulation this is cancelled and the CCS is

activated.

Front Assist

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Introduction

The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) warns you of the danger

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

» page 166

.

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed 

» page 166,

   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.

Settings in Infotainment

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Read and observe   and   on page 176 first.

›

In the Infotainment, in menu 



, tap in the function surface  → Driver assis-

tance.

■

Front Assist (ambient traffic monitor. sys.) – Set the assist system for dis-

tance monitoring to the vehicles ahead

■

Active – Activate/deactivate the assis system

■

Advance warning - Activate/deactivate and set the distance level at which a

warning occurs

■

Display distance warning - Activate/deactivate distance warnings

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Driving

Operation

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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 167

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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 167

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Distance warning

Fig. 206 

Instrument cluster display: Distance warning

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Read and observe   and   on page 176 first.

The display of the distance warning is for vehicles with MAXI DOT display.
If a safe distance from the vehicle ahead is undershot, the warning light ap-

pears in the display  

» Fig. 206

.

Immediately increase the proximity if the current traffic situation allows

you to do so!
The proximity at which the warning is displayed depends on the current speed.

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The warning may occur when driving between about 60 km/h and 210 km/h.

Warning and automatic braking

Fig. 207 

Instrument cluster display: Warning or emergency

braking at low speed

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Emergency braking at low speed

If there is a risk of collision in a vehicle speed range of about 5 km/h to 30

km/h, the system triggers an automatic braking.
With automatic braking, the warning light  

» Fig. 207

 appears in the display.

Advance warning

If the system detects a risk of collision, the warning light  

» Fig. 207

 appears

in the display and you will hear an acoustic signal.
The pre-warning display can occur in the following situations.

▶

If there is a risk of collision with a moving obstacle at a driving speed range

of approx. 30 km/h to approx. 210 km/h.

▶

If there is a risk of collision with a stationary obstacle at a driving speed

range of approx. 30 km/h to approx. 85 km/h.

With a warning the brake pedal must be pressed or the moving obstacle is

to be avoided!

Acute alert

If the driver does not react to the advance warning when in danger of a colli-

sion with a moving obstacle, the system briefly applies the brake automatically

via an active brake intervention to draw attention to the potential danger of a

collision again.

Automatic Braking

If the driver does not respond to acute warning, the system begins to auto-

matically brake the vehicle.

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If an automatic brake intervention is triggered by the system, the pressure in

the brake system increases and the brake pedal cannot be operated with the

normal pedal stroke.
The automatic braking interventions can be cancelled by pressing the acceler-

ator pedal or by steering intervention.

Brake assist

If the driver brakes inadequate with an impending collision, the system auto-

matically increases braking force.
The braking assistance only occurs as long as the brake pedal is being firmly

pressed down.

Deactivation/activation

Fig. 208  Buttons/dial: on the operating lever/the multifunction steering

wheel

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Read and observe   and   on page 176 first.

The system is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
The system should only be disabled in exceptional cases 

» 

.

On vehicles with the MAXI DOT display, the system can be activated/deactiva-

ted in the main menu 

» page 50

, Menu item Assist systems.

Deactivation / activation in vehicles with segment display

Button

» Fig. 208

Action

Operation

A

Hold up / down

Show Front Assist menu item

B

Press

Deactivate/activate system

Deactivation / activation in vehicles with multi-function steering wheel

Button /

dial

» Fig. 208

Action

Operation

C

Press

Show Front Assist menu item

D

Press

Deactivate/activate system

Disable / enable and setting in the Infotainment

In Infotainment, the entire system or the function advance warning and dis-

tance warning can be deactivated/activated

» page 176

, Settings in Infotain-

ment.
If the distance-warning function was deactivated before switching off the ig-

nition, it remains deactivated after switching on the ignition.

WARNING

In the following situations, Front Assist should be switched off for safety

reasons.

■

When the vehicle is being towed away.

■

When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.

■

If an unfounded warning or a system action was taken.

■

When on a truck, or a vehicle ferry service or similar.

Malfunctions

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Read and observe   and   on page 176 first.

If the system is not available, an appropriate message appears in the display of

the instrument cluster.

Sensor covered / dirty

If the sensor is dirty or covered, a message indicating that there is no sensor

view appears. Clean the sensor cover or remove the obstacle 

» Fig. 191

 on

page 166.

System unavailable

If the system is unavailable, a message concerning the unavailability appears.

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and then start it again. If the system

still is not available, seek the assistance of a specialist garage.

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Fatigue detection system

The fatigue detection system (hereinafter simply the system) advises the driv-

er to take a break from driving when driver fatigue can be detected based on

the driver's steering behaviour.
The system evaluates the steering behaviour at speeds of 60-200 km/h.
Conditions under which a break from driving is detected by the system

▶

The vehicle is stopped and the ignition switched off.

▶

The vehicle is stopped, the seat belt removed and the driver's door opened.

▶

The vehicle is stopped for more than 15 minutes.

If none of these conditions are met or if the driving style is not changed, the

system recommends a driving break again after 15 minutes.
The system can be activated/deactivated in Infotainment menu 



 →  → Driv-

er assistance menu.

Pause recommendation

The icon appears and the following message for a few seconds in the display

of the instrument cluster  and a message about detected fatigue. An audible

signal is also emitted.

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed 

» page 166,

   in section Introduction.

■

For the driving ability is always the driver's responsibility. Never drive if

you feel tired.

■

The system may not detect all cases where a break is needed.

■

Therefore, take regular, sufficient breaks during long trips.

■

There will be no system warning during the so-called micro-sleep.

Note

■

In some situations, the system can evaluate the steering behaviour incorrect-

ly and therefore falsely display a break recommendation.

■

The system is designed primarily for use on motorways.

Tyre pressure monitoring

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Introduction

The tyre pressure monitoring function (hereinafter referred to as the system)

monitors the tyre pressure while driving.
If the tyre inflation pressure changes, the warning light 



 lights up in the in-

strument cluster and an audible signal is heard 

» page 41

.

The system can only function properly if the tyres have the prescribed inflation

pressure and this pressure values are stored in the system.
The tyre pressure values are always stored in the system, if one of the fol-

lowing events occurs.

▶

Change of tyre inflation pressure.

▶

Change one or more wheels.

▶

Change in position of a wheel on the vehicle.

▶

The warning light 



 in the instrument cluster.

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed 

» page 166,

   in section Introduction.

■

Having the correct tyre inflation pressure is always the driver's responsi-

bility. Tyre pressure should be checked regularly 

» page 203

.

■

The system cannot warn in case of very rapid tyre inflation pressure loss,

e.g. in case of sudden tyre damage.

■

Before storing the pressures, the tyres must be inflated to the specified

inflation pressure 

» page 203

. When storing incorrect pressure values, the

system could possibly not issue any warnings, even with a too low tyre

pressure.

CAUTION

To ensure proper system function, the tyre pressure values must be stored ev-

ery 10,000 km or 1x a year.

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Storing the tyre pressure values and Infotainment display

Fig. 209 

Button for storing the pressure

values/example of the screen

display: the system indicates a

tyre pressure change at the

front right-hand side

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Read and observe   and   on page 179 first.

Procedure for storing the tyre pressure values

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Inflate all the tyres to the specified pressure.

›

Turn on the ignition and switch on Infotainment.

›

In the Infotainment, in menu 



, tap in the function surface  Tap → Vehicle

status.

›

Use the function surfaces   select the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator menu

item.

›

Tap the functional surface   interface

» Fig. 209

.

In addition, follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
A message on the screen informs you about the storage of the tyre pressure

values.

Note

When a warning light 



in the instrument cluster appears, the affected tyre

can be displayed on the infotainment 

» Fig. 209

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Storing the tyre pressure values by means of the key

Fig. 210 

Key for storing the pressure val-

ues

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Read and observe   and   on page 179 first.

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Inflate all the tyres to the specified pressure.

›

Switch on the ignition.

›

Press the symbol button  

» Fig. 210

 on the button and hold.

The warning light 



 in the instrument cluster illuminates.

An acoustic signal sounds and the warning light goes out, indicating that the

tyre pressure values have been stored.

›

Release the symbol key  .

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Driving

Towing device and trailer

Hitch



Introduction

The maximum trailer load is dependent on the engine and the vehicle equip-

ment. The valid specification for your vehicle can be found in the technical ve-

hicle documentation, (e.g. vehicle approval documentation, the COC docu-

ment) or at a ŠKODA partner.
Other information (e.g. on the nameplate of the towing device) provide infor-

mation only about the test values of the device.

WARNING

■

Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting

recess before the start of every journey.

■

When the ball rod is not properly secured in the receiving shaft, it could

be damaged or incomplete, and should not be used - there is a risk of acci-

dent.

■

Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way.

■

Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.

Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.

Description

Fig. 211  Carrier for the towing device/tow bar

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

The ball rod is detachable and is located in the stowage compartment for the

spare / emergency wheel.
Support for the towing device and tow bar 

» Fig. 211

Cap
Mounting recess
Protective cap
locking ball
Centering
Handwheel
Key
Lock cap
Red marking on the handwheel
Tow bar
Green marking on the handwheel
White marking on tow bar

Adjusting the ready position

Fig. 212  Remove cap from the lock / insert key into the lock

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1

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

11

12

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Towing device and trailer

Fig. 213  Setting the ready position

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

The tow bar can only be fitted if it is in the ready position.

›

Grip the tow bar below the protective cap.

›

Remove the cover 

A

 from the lock in the direction of the arrow 

1

» Fig. 212

.

›

Insert the key into the lock 

B

 in the direction of arrow 

2,

 so that the arrow

on the key symbol  shows.

›

Turn the key 

B

 to the stop in the direction of arrow 

3,

 so that the arrow on

the key points to the  

» Fig. 213

 symbol.

›

Pull the hand wheel 

C

 in the direction of the arrow 

4

 and turn in the direc-

tion of the arrow 

5

 to the stop. The hand wheel 

C

 remains locked in this

position.

Check the setting of the standby position

Fig. 214  Ready position

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

Correctly adjusted standby position 

» Fig. 214

The key 

A

 is in the unlocked position - the arrow on the key points to the

symbol .
The locking ball 

B

 can be pushed fully into the tow bar.

The red marking 

C

 on the hand wheel points to the white marking on the

ball bar.
There is a clear gap of approx. 4 mm 

D

 between the hand wheel and the

tow bar.

When in the ready position, the key cannot be removed from the lock. The ball

bar is thus set ready for installation.

Assembling the bar ball - Step 1

Fig. 215  Remove cap for receiving shaft / use ball bar

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

›

To prepare for the installation, remove the cap for the receiving shaft 

A

 in

direction of arrow 

1

» Fig. 215

.

›

To install, hold the ball rod from underneath 

» Fig. 215

.

›

Push the ball rod into the receiving shaft in the direction of arrow 

2

 until it

stops. The ball rod must audibly snap into place 

» 

.

The hand wheel 

B

 rotates back automatically and rests on the ball rod 

» 

.

WARNING

Do not hold the handwheel with your hand when attaching the ball bar -

there is a risk of finger injury.

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Driving

Assembling the bar ball - Step 2

Fig. 216  Secure the lock and remove key / place cap on lock

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›

Turn the key 

A

 in the direction of arrow 

1,

 so that the arrow on the key

symbol 

» Fig. 216

 shows.

›

Remove the key in the direction of the arrow 

2

.

›

Fit the cap 

B

 on the lock in the direction of the arrow 

3

.

›

Check that the ball rod is securely attached 

» page 183

.

WARNING

After fitting the tow bar, always secure the lock and remove the key. The

tow bar must not be operated with the key inserted.

Check proper fitting

Fig. 217 

Correctly secured ball head

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Correctly secured ball rod 

» Fig. 217

The tow bar must sit securely in the receiving shaft. There must be no play

when “shaken” roughly.
The green marking 

A

 on the handwheel points to the white marking on

the tow bar.
The handwheel is tight against the ball rod.
The lock is locked and the key is removed.
The cap 

B

 is on the lock.

Removing the bar ball - Step 1.

Fig. 218  Remove cap from the lock / insert key into the lock

Fig. 219 

Unlock lock

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

No trailer or other accessory is connected to the tow bar. We recommend

putting the protective cover onto the ball head before removing the tow bar.

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Towing device and trailer

›

Remove the cover 

A

 from the lock in the direction of the arrow 

1

» Fig. 218

.

›

Insert the key into the lock 

B

 in the direction of arrow 

2,

 so that the arrow

on the key symbol  shows.

›

Turn the key 

B

 in the direction of arrow 

3,

 so that the arrow on the key

symbol 

» Fig. 219

 shows.

Removing the bar ball - Step 2.

Fig. 220 

Release tow bar

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

›

Grasp the ball bar from below 

» Fig. 220

.

›

Pull the hand wheel 

A

 in the direction of the arrow 

1

.

›

Turn the pulled handwheel in the arrow direction 

2

 until it stops. Hold it in

this position.

›

Remove the tow bar from the mounting recess downwards and in the direc-

tion of the arrow 

3

. At the same time, the ball rod latches into the ready po-

sition and is therefore ready to be re-fitted.

After removing the ball rod, insert the cap for the receiving shaft 

A

 against

the direction of arrow 

1

 

» Fig. 215

 on page 182.

If the hand wheel 

A

 is not turned all the way to the stop, then it will return to

its initial position when the tow bar is removed and will rest on the tow bar and

not engage into the ready position. The ball head then needs to be brought in-

to this position before the next time it is fitted 

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, Adjusting the ready

position.
The ball rod must be cleaned before it is stored in the box with the tool kit.

WARNING

Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause

damage to the boot upon sudden braking, and could put the safety of the

occupants at risk.

Vertical load with mounted accessories

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Read and observe   on page 181 first.

When using the accessories (e.g. bicycle carrier), the maximum length and the

permissible total weight including load must be considered.
The maximum length of the mounted accessories (from the ball of the towing

device) may not exceed 70 cm.
The permissible total weight of the installed accessory, including its load, cor-

responds to the maximum trailer load on trailers, but must not exceed 50 kg.
This value applies if the center of gravity is at a distance of no more than 30

cm from the towing device ball head.
If the distance of the centre gravity of the load to the ball head of the tow-

ing device is greater than 30 cm, then the max. permissible total weight of

the accessory, including its load, decreases (e.g. at a distance of 60 cm

from the ball head, the permissible weight decreases by half).

CAUTION

Never exceed the permissible total weight of the accessories incl. load and

maximum length of the accessories – There is a risk of damage to the towing

device.

Note

We recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.

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Use the towing device

Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect

Fig. 221 

Swivel out the 13-pin power

socket, safety eyelet

Connecting / disconnecting

›

Install the tow bar and the remove the protective cap 

3

 

» Fig. 211

 on

page 181.

›

Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the ball head.

›

Grasp the 13-pin socket at the handle 

A

 and swing out in the direction of

the arrow 

» Fig. 221

.

›

Plug the trailer (accessory) connector into the 13-pin socket. (If the trailer /

accessories have a 7-pin connector, use a corresponding adapter from the

ŠKODA Original Accessories).

›

Suspend the breakaway cable of the trailer at the safety eyelet 

B

 (the

breakaway cable must sag in all trailer settings in view of the vehicle).

Uncoupling takes place in reverse order.

Exterior mirrors

You should have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the

traffic behind the trailer using the standard rear-view mirrors.

Headlights

The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer (accessory) is being towed

and the headlights may dazzle other road users. Set the range of the headlights

» page 59

.

Power supply of the trailer / accessory power system

In the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory), the

trailer (accessories) is supplied with power from the vehicle (with ignition

switched on and off).

With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-

ted consumers.
At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-

cessories) is interrupted.

WARNING

■

An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)

may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.

■

Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle

and the trailer (accessories) - risk of an accident or serious injury from elec-

trical shock.

■

After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accesso-

ry) the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.

■

Never use the securing eye to tow - risk of accident!

CAUTION

■

An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can

lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.

■

The total power consumption of all the connected consumers to the trailer

power supply must not exceed 350 watts, otherwise there is a risk of damage

to the electrical system of the vehicle.

Loading a trailer

Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for “full load”

» page 203

.

Distribution of the cargo

Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as

close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the

trailer is laden. Drive with particular caution if you cannot avoid driving with

this combination.

WARNING

A sliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety

- there is a risk of accident!

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Towing device and trailer

Trailer load

The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-

dence over the details in the Owner's Manual.

The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Permissible trailer load

Engine

Transmission

Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)

at gradients up to 12%.

Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)

1.0 l/70 kW TSI

MG

1000

580 (590)

a)

1.0 l/81 kW TSI

MG

1100

590

DSG

1100

610

1.4 l/92 kW TSI

DSG

1200

610

1.6 l/66 kW MPI

MG

1000

570

1.6 l/81 kW MPI

MG

1000

580

AG

1000

600

a)

Applies to cars with the EU6AG emission standard.

Towing a trailer

Driving speed

For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 100 km/h when towing a trailer.
Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the

trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by accel-

erating.

Brakes

Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply

the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting

from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as a

brake.

WARNING

Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer.

CAUTION

With frequent towing, the vehicle is excessively loaded so this must also be

checked between service intervals.

Anti-theft alarm system

The alarm is triggered if, with a vehicle with activated anti-theft alarm (herein-

after only warning system), the electrical connection to the trailer (accessory)

is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer (accessory) is

coupled or uncoupled 

» page 56

.

Conditions for including a trailer (accessory) in the anti-theft alarm system.

The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing

device.
The trailer (accessory) is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by

means of the trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer (accessory) is functional.
The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
The trailer (accessory) is not equipped with LED taillights.

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General Maintenance

Care and maintenance

Service work, adjustments and technical alterations



Introduction

The instructions and guidelines from ŠKODA AUTO must be observed when

using accessories or carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical altera-

tions to your vehicle.
Adhering to these instructions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and

helps keep your vehicle in a good technical condition.

WARNING

■

Adjustments, repairs and technical changes to the vehicle should only be

carried out by a specialist. Work carried out incorrectly (including work on

the electronic components and their software) can result in malfunctions -

there is a risk of accident and, potentially, increased wear on parts!

■

We recommend that you use only ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKO-

DA Original Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your ve-

hicle. Reliability, safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with

these.

■

Do not use any products which have not been approved by ŠKODA AU-

TO, even though these may be products with a type approval or which have

been approved by a nationally recognised testing laboratory.

Vehicle operating under different weather conditions



Read and observe   on page 187 first.

If you would like to operate your vehicle in countries other than those with the

intended weather conditions, you should contact a ŠKODA partner. He or she

will advise you if certain precautions need to be taken to ensure the full func-

tioning of the vehicle or to prevent damage (e.g. coolant, changing the battery

or similar).

ŠKODA Service partner



Read and observe   on page 187 first.

All ŠKODA Service Partners work according to the instructions and guidelines

from ŠKODA AUTO. All service and repair work is therefore carried out on

time and at the appropriate quality. Adhering to these instructions and guide-

lines helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good technical

condition.
We therefore advise you to have all modifications, repairs and technical altera-

tions to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service Partner.

ŠKODA Original parts



Read and observe   on page 187 first.

We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, as these

parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO. These parts comply wholly with ŠKODA

AUTO regulations and are identical to the parts used in series production.
ŠKODA AUTO is able to warrant the safety, suitability, and long life of these

products.
ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for

a period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability,

unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement.

ŠKODA Original accessories



Read and observe   on page 187 first.

If you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle, you should remember the follow-

ing.
We recommend that you use ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle.

ŠKODA AUTO has selected these accessories to ensure that they are reliable,

safe and suitable for your particular vehicle. Although we constantly monitor

the market, we are not able to assess or vouch the suitability of other products

for your vehicle, despite the fact that some products may have operational ap-

proval or may have been approved by a nationally recognised testing laborato-

ry.

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Care and maintenance