2012 SKODA YETI tow

■
To protect both vehicles when tow-starting or towing, the tow rope should be
elastic. Thus one should only use plastic fibre rope or a rope made out of a simi-
larly elastic material.
■ One should be constantly vigilant not to allow impermissibly high towing forces
or jerky loadings. There is always a risk of excessive stresses and damage result-
ing at the points to which you attach the tow rope or tow bar when you attempt
to tow a vehicle which is not standing on a paved road.
■ Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes or to the detachable ball
head of the towing device » page 199 or » page 199 . Note
■ We recommend using a tow rope from ŠKODA Original Accessories available
from a ŠKODA Service Partner. ■ Towing another vehicle requires a certain amount of practice. Both drivers
should be familiar with the particular points about towing a vehicle. Unskilled
drivers should not attempt to tow in another vehicle or to be towed in. ■ When towing, respect the national legal provisions, especially those which re-
late to the identification of the towing vehicle and the vehicle being towed. ■ The tow rope must not be twisted as it may in certain circumstances result in
the front towing eye being unscrewed out of your vehicle. ÐFront towing eye
Fig. 163
Front bumper: Removing the cap/installing the towing eye
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 198.
Removing and installing the cap
›
Press on the upper half of the cover in direction of arrow 1
» Fig. 163 -
.
ä ›
Remove the cap from the front bumper.
› After unscrewing the towing eye, put the cap on and press into place. The cap
must engage firmly.
Installing the towing eye
› Screw in the towing eye by turning to the left up to the stop
»
Fig. 163 -  and
tighten as much as possible.
For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel wrench,
towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through
the eye. CAUTION
The towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, otherwise
the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting. Ð Rear towing eye
Fig. 164
Rear bumper: Removing the cap/installing the towing eye
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 198.
Removing and installing the cap
›
Press on the upper half of the cover in direction of arrow 1
» Fig. 164
.
› Remove the cap from the rear bumper
» Fig. 164 - .
› After unscrewing the towing eye, put the cap on and press into place. The cap
must engage firmly.
Installing the towing eye
› Screw in the towing eye by turning to the left up to the stop
»
Fig. 164 -  and
tighten as much as possible. £
ä
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Do-it-yourself

For tightening purposes, we recommend, for example, using the wheel wrench,
towing eye from another vehicle or a similar object that can be pushed through
the eye.
On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, there is no mount for the screw-
in towing eye behind the cap
» page 200, Vehicles a towing device .CAUTION
The towing eye must always be screwed in fully and firmly tightened, otherwise
the towing eye can tear when towing in or tow-starting. ÐVehicles a towing device
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 198.
On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, there is no mount for the screw-
in towing eye behind the cap.
Use the detachable ball rod for towing purposes - for the installation of the de-
tachable ball rod, refer to the operating instructions for the towing device.
Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to us-
ing the towing eye.
If the towing device is removed completely, it must be replaced with the standard
reinforcement of the rear bumper which is part of the mount for the towing eye.
If this procedure is not observed, the vehicle may not meet the national legal pro-
visions. CAUTION
The detachable ball rod and the vehicle can be damaged if an unsuitable tow bar
is used. Note
The detachable ball rod must always be in the vehicle so that it can be used for
towing, if necessary. Ðä
200 Do-it-yourself

Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 165
Fuse box cover in the dash panel/schematic diagram of the fuse
box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 201.
The fuses are located on the left side of the dash panel behind a cover.
›
Remove the cover for the fuse box using the key to the ignition
» Fig. 165.
› Replace the cover once the fuse has been changed.
Fuse assignment in the dash panel No. Power consumer
1 Heating of the gearbox ventilation (diesel engine)
Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG
2-3 Towing device
4 Instrument cluster, windshield wiper lever, turn signal light lever,
camera
5 Air blower for heating, radiator fan, air conditioning system, Clima-
tronic
6 Rear window wiper 7 Phone
8 Towing device
9 Vehicle voltage control unit - interior lights
Rear fog light
10 Rain sensor, light switch, diagnostic socket 11 Left side cornering lights ä
No. Power consumer
12 Right side cornering lights
13 Radio, changer for mobile navigation
14 Towing device 15 Light switch
16 Haldex 17 Control unit for headlamp beam adjustment and headlight swivel
18 Diagnostic socket, engine control unit, brake sensor
19 Control unit for ABS, ESP, switch for tyre air pressure control, control
unit for parking aid, switch for
OFF ROAD mode, START STOP button
20 Switch and airbag control unit
21 WIV, tail light, dimming mirrors, pressure sensor, telephone preinstal-
lation, air mass meter
22 Instrument cluster, control unit for electromechanical power steering
23 Central locking system and bonnet lid
24 Rear power window 25 Rear window heater, auxiliary heating and ventilation
26 Power socket in the boot 27 Electric sliding/tilting roof, electric sun screen
28 Fuel pump, injection valves 29 Front power window
30 front and rear lighter 31 Headlight cleaning system
32 Front seat heating, regulator for seat heating
33 Heating, air conditioning, Climatronic, remote control for auxiliary
heating
34 Alarm, spare horn 35 Control unit for automatic gearbox DSG
36 DVD Ð
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Bulbs
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Headlights 205
Main beam light and low beam light 205
Fog lights and daytime running lights 206
Tail lamp assembly 206
Licence plate light 207
Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, if uncertain, we
recommend that bulbs are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage or other expert
help is sought.
› Switch off the ignition and all of the lights before replacing a bulb.
› Faulty bulbs must only be replaced with the same type of bulbs. The designa-
tion is located on the light socket or the glass bulb.
› A stowage compartment for replacement bulbs is located in a plastic box in the
spare wheel or underneath the floor covering in the boot. WARNING
■ Accidents can be caused if the road in front of the vehicle is not sufficiently
illuminated and the vehicle cannot or can only be seen with difficulty by other
road users.
■ Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment »

page 169, Engine compartment .
■ Bulbs H7 and H4 are pressurised and may burst when changing the bulb -
risk of injury! We therefore recommended wearing gloves and safety glasses
when changing a bulb. ■ Gas discharge bulbs (xenon bulbs) operate with a high voltage, professional
knowledge is required - danger to life! CAUTION
■ Do not take hold of the glass bulb with naked fingers (even the smallest
amount of dirt reduces the working life of the light bulb). Use a clean cloth, nap-
kin, or similar. ■ When removing and installing the tail light make sure that the paintwork of the
vehicle and the tail light are not damaged. Note
■ This Owner's Manual only describes the replacement of bulbs where it is possi-
ble to replace the bulbs on your own without any complications arising. Other
light bulbs should be changed by a

ŠKODA specialist garage.
■ We recommend that a box of replacement bulbs be always carried in the vehi-
cle. Replacement bulbs can be purchased from
ŠKODAOriginal Accessories.
■ In order to facilitate the removal of the fixture with the bulb for the tail light
(halogen headlight), we recommend to remove first of all the connector of the
bulb for the low beam light. ■ We recommend that the headlight settings are checked by a ŠKODA specialist
garage after replacing a bulb in the main or low beam. ■ Gas discharge bulbs and LED diodes are replaced by a ŠKODA specialist garage. Ð
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Removing and installing the tail light
›
Unscrew the light using the Torx key from the car tool kit. The shorter side of
the wrench is used for loosening the screws 1
» Fig. 171 and the longer side for
screwing them out completely.
› Grip the light in the upper and lower area and move backwards somewhat.
› Disconnect the plug connection by pressing the catches in direction of arrow 2
» Fig. 171 and by pulling them in direction of arrow 3
.
› Unscrew the securing screw A
» Fig. 172
with the aid of the Torx wrench and
press the three catches in direction of arrow. Remove the plastic lamp holder.
› When reinstalling, insert the plastic lamp holder into the tail light until the
catches audibly engage and insert the securing screw A
with the Torx key.
› Reconnect the plug connection and put the light into the original position.
› Screw the light with the screws 1
» Fig. 171 into place.
Replacing the bulbs on the tail light
› To replace the lamp 1
, 2
, 3
or 4
» Fig. 172 turn the lamp socket
anti- clock-
wise as far as it goes and remove it from the housing or remove the lamp 5
from the socket.
› Replace the lamp, insert the socket with the bulb into the housing and insert/
turn in a clockwise direction as far as it goes. ÐLicence plate light
Fig. 173
Boot lid: Licence plate light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 204.
›
Insert a flat screwdriver into the opening in the area of the arrow
» Fig. 173 and
carefully press towards the centre of the lamp, by doing so the lamp jumps out
slightly.
› Remove the lamp.
› Remove the faulty bulb from the holder and insert a new one.
ä ›
Replace the glass cover and push in until the stop. Make sure that you install
the glass cover in the correct position. Ð
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Fuses and light bulbs

Technical data
Technical data
Introductory information
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-
dence over the details in the Owner's Manual. Please refer to the official vehicle
registration documents or consult a
ŠKODA Service Partner to determine which
engine your vehicle is equipped with.
The listed performance values were determined without performance-reducing
equipment, e.g. air conditioning system.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number - VIN (vehicle body number) is stamped into the
engine compartment on the right hand suspension strut dome. This number is al-
so located on a sign on the lower left hand edge below the windscreen (together
with a VIN bar code).
Engine number
The engine number is stamped into the engine block. ÐData on the vehicle data sticker and the type plate
Fig. 174
Vehicle data sticker/type plate Vehicle data sticker
The vehicle data sticker
» Fig. 174 is located on the floor of the boot and is also
stated in the service schedule.
The vehicle data sticker contains the following data:
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Vehicle type
Gearbox code/paint number/interior equipment/engine output/engine code
Partial description of the vehicle
Operating weight (in kg)
Fuel consumption (in ltr./100

km) - intra-urban/extra-urban/combined
CO 2 emission levels - combined (in g/km)
Type plate
The type plate » Fig. 174 is located on the lower part of the column between the
front and rear doors on the front passenger's side.
The type plate lists the following weights: Maximum permissible gross weight
Maximum permissible towed weight (towing vehicle and trailer)
Maximum permissible front axle load
Maximum permissible rear axle load
Operating weight
The specified operating weight is for orientation purposes only. This value repre-
sents the minimum operating weight without additional weight-increasing equip-
ment such as air conditioning system, spare wheel, or trailer hitch.
The operating weight also contains the weight of the driver (75 kg), the weight of
the operating fluids, the tool kit, and a fuel tank filled to 90 % capacity.
It is possible to calculate the approximate loading capacity from the difference
between the permissible total weight and the operating weight » .
The payload consists of the following components:
› Passengers
› All items of luggage and other loads
› Roof load including roof rack system
› Equipment not included in the operating weight
› Trailer drawbar load when towing a trailer (max. 80 kg).
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Technical data

Charging a vehicle battery 179
Checking Battery electrolyte level 178
Brake fluid 175
Coolant level 174
Engine oil 172
Oil level 172
Windscreen washer fluid 176
Children and safety 143
Child safety Side airbag 144
Child safety lock 27
Child seat Classification 144
ISOFIX 145
on the front passenger seat 143
Suitability 144
TOP TETHER 145
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle 162
Cigarette lighter 71
Cleaning 160
Artificial leather 165
Headlight lenses 163
Material coverings 165
Materials 165
Natural leather 165
Plastic parts 162
Wheels 164
Clock 11
Clothes hooks 78
Cockpit 12-volt power socket 71
Ashtray 70
Cigarette lighter 71
General view 7
Light 46
Storage compartments 72
Compartments 72
Computer see Multifunction display 12Coolant
Checking 174
Replenishing 174
Coolant temperature gauge display 9
Correct seated position 129
Counter for distance driven 10
Cruise control system (CCS) 104
Cup holder front 69
rear 70
D
Daytime running lights 40
De-icing the windscreen and rear window 47
Deactivating an airbag 141
Deactivating an airbag 141
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid 33
Diesel refer to Fuel 169
Diesel fuel Operation in winter 169
Diesel particulate filter 23
Digital clock 11
Dipstick 172
Display Service interval 10
Distance driven 10
Door Child safety lock 27
Indicator light for an open door 20
Doors Emergency locking 32
Driving Abroad 150
Driving through water on the street 151
Emissions 208Fuel consumption 208
Maximum speed 211
Driving off-road after driving off-road 156
Before driving 153
Changing gear when driving off-road 154
Explanation of technical terms 152
Ground clearance 152
Hillside angle 155
OFF ROAD mode 98
Overhang angle 152
Stuck vehicle 155
DVD-preinstallation 127
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 147
EDL Operating principle 98
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door 34
Electric power windows Central locking system 36
Electronic differential lock (EDL) 98
Electronic immobiliser 93
Emergency Automatic gearbox 112
Changing a wheel 191
Hazard warning light system 44
Jump-starting 197
locking of the doors 32
panormaic sliding roof 38
Selector lever-unlocking 113
Towing the vehicle 198
Tyre repair 194
Unlocking the boot lid 34
Emissions 208
Engine Running in 146
Starting and stopping the engine 92
216 Index

The first 1 500 km 146
Tyres 146
S
Safe securing system 28
Safety 128
Child safety 143
Child safety seats 143
Head restraints 59
ISOFIX 145
TOP TETHER 145
Save electrical energy 147
Seat Adjusting 56
Seat belt Indicator light 20
Seat belt height adjuster 135
Seat belts 132
Belt tensioners 135
Cleaning 166
fastening and unfastening 134
Height adjustment 135
Seats folding forward 60
Head restraints 59
Heating 58
Removing seats 61
Selector lever see selector lever positions 110
Selector lever positions 110
Service display 10
Setting Automatic dimming interior mirror 52
Manual air conditioning system 85
Manual dimming interior mirror 52
Steering wheel 93
Setting temperature Heating 82
Setting the clock Clock 11Shifting
Diving economically 147
Gearshift lever 100
Side airbag 140
Slop angle 153
Snow chains 187
Spare wheel 184
Speedometer 9
Stabilisation Control (ESC) 96
START/STOP Function 106
Starting engine Jump-starting 197
Starting the engine 92
START STOP Jump-starting 198
Steering force assistance 93
Steering wheel 93
Stopping off the engine 92
Storage 72
Storage compartment Lighting 46
Storage compartments 72
Sun visors 48
Switching lights on and off 40
T
Taking care of the vehicle Artificial leather 165
Material coverings 165
Materials 165
Natural leather 165
Seat belts 166
Taking care of your vehicle 160
Automatic car wash system 161
Chrome parts 162
Cleaning the wheels 164
Door lock cylinders 163
Headlight lenses 163High-pressure cleaner 161
Plastic parts 162
Polishing the paintwork 162
Preservation 162
Rubber seals 163
Washing 161
Washing by hand 161
Wash system 161
TCS Function 97
Warning light 22
Technical data 208
Telephone 116, 119
Through-loading bag 78
Tiptronic 109
see automatic gearbox 111
Tool 190
TOP TETHER 145
Towing 198
Towing a trailer 157
Towing eye 199
Towing protection 32
Traction control system (TCS) 97
Trailer 157
Towing a trailer 157
Transport Boot 62
Roof rack system 68
Transporting children safely 143
Two-way radio systems 114
Type plate 208
Tyre repair 194
Tyres see Wheels and tyres 183
U
Underbody protection 164
unlock Central locking system 28
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