2012 SKODA YETI lights

Note
Below the top row of buttons is located the interior temperature sensor. Do not
stick anything on or cover the sensor, otherwise it could have an unfavourable ef-
fect on the Climatronic. ÐAutomatic mode
The automatic mode is used in order to maintain a constant temperature and to
demist the windows in the interior of the car.
Switching on
› Set a temperature between +18 °C and +26
℃.
› Move the air outlet vents
3 and 4 » Fig. 87 on page 81 so that the air flow is
directed slightly upwards.
› Press the button
AUTO 8
» Fig. 91 on page 86
. The indicator light in the top
right or left corner lights up, depending on which mode was last selected.
If the warning light in the top right corner of the button AUTO lights up, the Cli-
matronic operates in

“HIGH” mode. The “HIGH” mode is the standard setting of
the Climatronic.
When pressing again the button AUTO , the Climatronic changes into the “LOW”
mode and the indicator light in the top left corner lights up. The Climatronic uses
only in this mode the lower blower speed. However taking into account the noise
level, this is more comfortable, yet be aware that the effectiveness of the air con-
ditioning system is reduced particularly if the vehicle is fully occupied.
By pressing the button AUTO again, it is changed to “HIGH” mode.
Automatic mode is switched off by pressing one of the buttons for the air distri-
bution or by increasing/decreasing the blower speed. The temperature is never-
theless regulated. ÐSwitching the cooling system on and off
Switching the cooling system on and off › Press the button
AC » Fig. 91 on page 86

. The indicator light lights up in the
button.
› When you again press the button
AC , the air conditioning system is switched
off. The indicator light in the button goes out. Only the function of the ventila-
tion remains active when no lower temperature than the outside temperature
can be reached. Ð Setting temperature
The interior temperature for the left and right side can be set separately.
› The temperature for both sides can be set with the control dial 7
» Fig. 91 on
page 86

after switching on the ignition.
› If you wish to set the temperature for the right side, turn the control dial 14
.
The indicator light in the button DUAL lights up, this indicates that differing
temperatures for the left and right side can be set.
If the indicator light in the button DUAL is illuminated, the temperature for both
sides cannot be set with the control dial 7
. You can reactivate this function by
pressing the button DUAL . The indicator light in the button goes out.
The interior temperature can be set between +18 °C and +26 ℃. The interior tem-
perature is regulated automatically within this range. If a temperature lower than
+18 °C is selected, a blue symbol lights up at the start of the numerical scale. If a
temperature higher than +26 °C is selected, a red symbol lights up at the start of
the numerical scale. In both limit positions the Climatronic operates at maximum
cooling or heating capacity, respectively. The temperature is not controlled in this
case.
Lengthy and uneven distribution of the air flow out of the vents (especially
around the feet) and large differences in temperature, for example, when getting
out of the vehicle, can cause susceptible individuals to catch a cold. Ð Recirculated air mode
Recirculated air mode prevents polluted air outside the vehicle from getting into
the vehicle, for example when driving through a tunnel or when standing in a
traffic jam. If a considerable increase in concentration of pollutants is recognized
by the air quality sensor, when the automatic air distribution control is switched
on, the air distribution control will temporarily be switched off. If the concentra-
tion of pollutants decreases to the normal level, the air distribution control is au-
tomatically switched off so that fresh air can be guided into the vehicle interior. In
recirculated air mode air is sucked out of the interior of the vehicle and then fed
back into the interior. When the automatic air distribution control is switched on,
an air quality sensor measures the concentration of pollutants in the drawn in air.
Switching recirculated air mode on
› Repeatedly press the button
 5
» Fig. 91 on page 86

until the indicator
light on the left side of the button is illuminated. £
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Switch on automatic air distribution control
›
Repeatedly press the button
 until the indicator light on the right side of
the button is illuminated.
Switch off automatic air distribution control temporarily › If the air quality sensor does not automatically switch on the air distribution
control in the event of an unpleasant odour, you can switch it on yourself by
pressing the button  . The indicator light lights up in the button on the left
side.
Switching recirculated air mode off › Press the button
AUTO or repeatedly press the button
 until the indicator
lights in the button go out. WARNING
Do not leave recirculated air mode on over a longer period of time, as “stale”
air can cause fatigue of the driver and passengers, reduce attention levels and
also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident increases.
Switch off recirculated air mode as soon as the windows start to mist up. Note
■ If the windscreen mists up, press the button  1
» Fig. 91 on page 86
. Press
the button AUTO when the windscreen is demisted.
■ The automatic air distribution control operates only if the outside temperature
is higher than approx. 2 °C. ÐControlling blower
The Climatronic system controls the blower stages automatically in line with the
interior temperature. However, the blower stages can be manually adapted to
suit your particular needs.
› Repeatedly press the button
 » Fig. 91 on page 86

on the left side (reduce
blower speed) or on the right side (increase blower speed).
If the blower is switched off, the Climatronic system is switched off.
The set blower speed is displayed above the button  when the respective num-
ber of indicator lights come on. WARNING
■ “
Stale air” may result in fatigue in the driver and occupants, reduce attention
levels and also cause the windows to mist up. The risk of having an accident
increases.
■ Do not switch off the Climatronic system for longer than necessary.
■ Switch on the Climatronic system as soon as the windows mist up. Ð Defrosting windscreen
Switching on › Press the button
 1
» Fig. 91
on page
86.
› Press the button
 11
» Fig. 91
on page 86.
Switching off
› Press the button
 1
» Fig. 91
on page
86 again or press the button 8
AUTO
.
› Press the button
 11
» Fig. 91
on page 86 again.
The temperature control is controlled automatically. More air flows out of the air
outlet vents 1

and 2 » Fig. 87 on page 81. Ð Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation)
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Direct switching on/off 89
System settings 90
Radio remote control 90
Changing the battery of the radio remote control 91
Auxiliary heating (parking heating)
The auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) functions in connection with the air-con-
ditioning system or Climatronic.
It can be used when stationary, when the engine is switched off to preheat the
vehicle and while driving (e.g. during the heating phase of the engine). £
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System settings
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 88.
The following menu items can be selected in the menu
Aux. heating in the infor-
mation display (depending on the equipment fitted in the vehicle):
■ Day of the wk. - Set the current weekday.
■ Running time- Set the desired running time in 5
minute increments. The run-
ning time can be 10 to 60 minutes.
■ Mode - Set the desired heating/ventilation mode.
■ Starting time 1-3 - In each pre-set time, the day and the time (hour and minute)
can be set for switching on the auxiliary heating and/or ventilation. An empty
position can be found between Sunday and Monday when selecting the day. If
this empty position is selected, the activation is performed without taking into
account the day.
■ Activate - Enable pre-set mode.
■ Dectivate - Disable pre-set mode.
■ Factory setting - Restore factory setting.
■ Back - Return to main menu.
Only one programmed pre-set time can be active.
The last programmed pre-set time remains active.
After the auxiliary heating activates at the set time, it is necessary to pre-set a
time again.
If the pre-set menu is closed by selecting the menu item Back or if no changes
are made on the display for more than 10 seconds, the set values are stored, but
the pre-set time is not activated.
An indicator light on the button  » Fig. 92 on page 89

is illuminated when the
system is running.
The running system deactivates after expiration of the operating period or can be
deactivated earlier by pressing the button to directly switch on/off the auxiliary
heating  or by using the radio remote control.
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ä Radio remote control
Fig. 93
Auxiliary heating: Radio remote control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 88.
›
For switching on, press the button
ON » Fig. 93.
› For switching off, press the button
OFF .
The transmitter and the battery are housed in the housing of the remote control.
The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle.
If the battery is properly charged, the effective range is up to 600

m. To switch
on/off the auxiliary heating, hold the radio remote control vertically with the an-
tenna A

» Fig. 93 facing upwards. The antenna must not be covered with the fin-
gers or the palm of the hand during this process. Obstacles between the radio re-
mote control and the vehicle, bad weather conditions and a weaker battery can
clearly reduce the range.
The auxiliary heating can only be switched on/off safely using the radio remote
control, if the distance between the radio remote control and the vehicle is at
least 2

m.
Warning light in the radio remote control
The indicator light in the radio remote control C
» Fig. 93 indicates after a key-
stroke if the remote control signal was received by the auxiliary heating and if the
battery is adequately charged.
Display indicator light Importance
Lights up green for 2 seconds. The auxiliary heating was switched on.
Lights up red for 2 seconds. The auxiliary heating was switched off.
Slowly flashes green for 2 seconds. The ignition signal was not received. £ ä
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Display indicator light
Importance
Quickly flashes green for 2 seconds. The auxiliary heating is blocked, e. g
because the tank is nearly empty or
there is a fault in the auxiliary heating.
Flashes red for 2 seconds. The switch off signal was not received.
Lights up orange for 2 seconds, then
green or red. The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was received.
Lights up orange for 2 seconds, then
flashes green or red. The battery is weak, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.
Flashes orange for 5 seconds. The battery is discharged, however the
switching on or off signal was not re-
ceived.CAUTION
The radio remote control comprises electronic components and must therefore be
protected against water, severe impacts and direct sunlight. ÐChanging the battery of the radio remote control
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 88.
If the indicator light on the radio remote control indicates a weak or discharged
battery, C
» Fig. 93 on page 90
, it must be replaced. The battery is located under
a cover B
» Fig. 93
on page 90 on the back of the radio remote control.
› Insert a flat, blunt object, such as a coin, into the gap on the battery cover, turn
the cover in the opposite direction of the arrow up to the mark and unlock it.
› Change the battery, replace the battery cover and lock it by moving it in the di-
rection of the arrow. For the sake of the environment
Dispose of the old battery in accordance with environmental regulations. Note
■ Pay attention to the correct polarity when changing the battery.
■ The replacement battery must have the same specification as the original bat-
tery. Ð
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Starting-off and Driving
Starting and stopping the engine
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the steering wheel position 93
Electromechanical power steering 93
Electronic immobiliser 93
Ignition lock 94
Starting engine 94
Switching the engine off 94
WARNING
■ Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the
vehicle is stationary!
■ Maintain a distance of 25 cm 1
to the steering wheel
» Fig. 94 on page 93
-  . Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system
will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
■ The lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving so
that the position of the steering wheel cannot accidently change during the
journey - risk of accident!
■ If the steering wheel is adjusted further towards the head, the protection
provided by the driver airbag in the event of an accident is reduced. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest. ■ When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel in
the 12 o'clock position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or inner edge of
the steering wheel). In such cases, you could injure the arms, hands and head
when the driver airbag is deployed.
■ When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position 2
» Fig. 95 on
page 94 (ignition switched on) without the engine running. This position is
indicated by the indicator lights coming on. If this is not the case, it could re-
sult in unexpected locking of the steering wheel - risk of accident! WARNING (Continued)
■ Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has come
to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise the steering wheel
could block - risk of accident!
■ When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Otherwise the children
could, for example, start the engine - risk of accident or injury!
■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex-
haust gases of the engine contain besides the odorless and colourless carbon
monoxide a poisonous gas - hazard! Carbon monoxide can cause unconscious-
ness and death. ■ Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
■ Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of acci-
dent! CAUTION
■ The starter may only be operated (ignition key position 3
» Fig. 95 on
page 94), if the engine is not running. The starter or engine can be damaged if
the starter is activated when the engine is running.
■ Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts otherwise the starter
could be damaged.
■ Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads as long as the
engine has not yet reached its operating temperature - risk of damaging the en-
gine! ■ Do not tow start the engine - danger of damaging the engine! On vehicles with
a catalytic converter, unburnt fuel may get into the catalytic converter where it
may ignite. This in turn may damage the catalytic converter. The battery from an-
other vehicle can be used as a jump-start aid » page 197, Jump-starting.
■ Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1
minute. This prevents any possible accumulation
of heat when the engine is switched off. For the sake of the environment
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start your
journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this the engine reaches its
operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are lower. £
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Note
■ The engine can only be started with a genuine ŠKODA key with the matching
code. ■ The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem. ■ After switching off the ignition, the radiator fan can intermittently continue to
operate for approx. 10
minutes.
■ If the engine does not start up after a second attempt, the fuse for the fuel
pump/glow plug system (Diesel engines) may have a fault. Check the fuse and re-
place, if necessary » page 201 or seek assistance from a

ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ We recommend locking the steering wheel whenever leaving the vehicle. This
acts as a deterrent against the attempted theft of your car. ÐAdjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 94
Adjustable steering wheel: Lever next to the steering column/safe
distance to the steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 92.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
First of all adjust the driver's seat
» page 56.
› Pull the lever below the steering wheel down
» Fig. 94 -  .
› Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position (with regard to the height and
forward/back position).
› Push the lever upwards to the stop. Ð
ä Electromechanical power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 92.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
With the electromechanical power steering, the steering assist is automatically
adapted to the speed and to the steering angle.
It is still possible to fully steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-
gine is not running (vehicle being towed in). However, greater physical effort is
required to turn the steering wheel.
If there is a fault in the power steering, the indicator light  or  lights up in the
instrument cluster » page 21. Ð Electronic immobiliser
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 92.
An electronic chip is integrated in the head of the key. The immobiliser is deacti-
vated with the aid of this chip when the key is inserted in the ignition lock. The
electronic immobiliser is automatically activated when the ignition key is with-
drawn from the lock.
The engine will not start if a non-authorized ignition key is used.
The following is displayed in the information display: Immobilizer active. Ð
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Starting-off and Driving

Faults in the brake surface
If it is found that the braking distance has suddenly become longer and that the
brake pedal can be depressed further, the brake system may be faulty. Visit a
ŠKODA specialist garage immediately and adjust your style of driving appropriate-
ly as you will not know how great the damage is.
Low brake fluid level
An insufficient level of brake fluid may result in problems in the brake system. The
level of the brake fluid is monitored electronically
» page 19, Brake system .
Brake booster
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running. ÐHandbrake
Fig. 96
Centre console: Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 94.
Apply
›
Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Loosening
› Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and
at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 96 .
› Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake indicator light  lights up when the handbrake is applied, provi-
ded the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the hand-
brake applied.
The following is displayed in the information display: ä Release parking brake!
The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven at a speed of more
than 6 km/h for more than 3
seconds. Ð Stabilisation Control (ESC)
Fig. 97
ESC system: TCS button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 94.
The ESC is automatically activated after starting the engine. The ESC helps to
maintain control of the vehicle in situations where it is being operated at its dy-
namic limits, such as a sudden change to the direction of travel. The risk of skid-
ding is reduced and your car thus offers greater driving stability depending on the
conditions of the road surface.
The direction which the driver wishes to take is determined based on the steering
angle and the speed of the vehicle and is constantly compared with the actual
behaviour of the vehicle. In the event of deviations, such as if the car starts to
skid, the ESC automatically brakes the appropriate wheel.
The ESC cannot be switched off, the button  » Fig. 97 only deactivates the TCS
system and the indicator light  in the instrument cluster lights up.
During an intervention of the system, the indicator light  flashes in the instru-
ment cluster.
In the event of an ESC fault, the ESC indicator light illuminates in the instrument
cluster  » page 22.
The following systems are integrated into the stabilisation control (ESC):
› Antilock brake system (ABS),
› Traction control (TCS),
› Electronic differential lock (EDL)
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During an intervention of the system, the TCS indicator light
 flashes in the in-
strument cluster.
The TCS indicator light  »
page 22 lights up in the instrument cluster when
there is a fault on the TCS.
If necessary, the TCS can be switched off and on again by pressing the button  » Fig. 98
, or on vehicles with ESP, by pressing the button  » Fig. 97 on
page 96

. The TCS indicator light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the
TCS is switched off.
TCS OFF ROAD
After activating the OFF ROAD mode, » page 98 the ASR OFF ROAD is activated.
The TCS OFF ROAD provides a more effective acceleration of the vehicle on an
unfirm ground, as it allows higher traction between the slipping wheels and the
ground.
The system operates when starting off or at low speeds. ÐElectronic differential lock (EDL)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 94.
If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel and
transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability of the
vehicle and a quick journey.
The EDL switches off automatically if unusually severe stresses exist in order to
avoid excessive heat generation in the disc brake on the wheel which is being
braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven and has the same characteristics as
a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The EDL switches on again automatically as soon as
the brake has cooled down.
EDL OFF ROAD
After activating the OFF ROAD

mode, » page 98 the EDL OFF ROAD is activated.
The EDL OFF ROAD supports the vehicle traction when driving on unfirm ground.
EDL is activated earlier in the OFF ROAD mode than in the normal mode. The
brake pressure builds up more quickly on the faster moving wheel, on one axle, as
well as diagonally. Ð
ä OFF ROAD mode
Fig. 99
OFF ROAD button
The OFF ROAD mode comprises functions which assist off-road driving.
The following functions are integrated in the
OFF ROAD mode:
› Start-Off Assist
› Downhill Drive Support,
› ABS OFF ROAD » page 97;
› ASR OFF ROAD » page 98
;
› EDL OFF ROAD » page 98
.
Switching on OFF ROAD
The OFF ROAD mode is switched on by pressing the button  » Fig. 99
. The indi-
cator light in the button lights up. The warning light lights up in the instrument
cluster if the system is switched on  » page 25.
Switching off

OFF ROAD
Pressing the button switches the OFF ROAD mode off. The indicator light in the
button goes out. When switching off the ignition, the OFF ROAD mode is also
switched off and can be switched on again, if necessary, after switching on the
ignition. If the engine is switched off by accident and restarted within 30 seconds,
the OFF ROAD mode remains switched on.
Start-Off Assist
When the vehicle is stationary, the Start-Off Assist is activated after switching it
on using the button for the OFF ROAD mode» Fig. 99 .
When depressing the accelerator pedal fully, the engine speed required for the
start-up procedure of the stationary vehicle is restricted. The overspeed trip unit
is automatically deactivated after terminating the start-up procedure. As part of
the Assist System, the accelerator pedal is adapted in its characteristics for an
easier start-off on slippery and loose soil. £
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