2013 SKODA YETI ESP

Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Side lights and low beam
47
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
48
Turn signal and main beam
49
Automatic driving lamp control
49
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
50
Fog lights
51
Fog lights with the CORNER function
51
Rear fog light
51
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
51
Hazard warning light system
52
Parking lights
53
Instrument lighting
53
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched on.
On models fitted with right-hand steering, the position of some of the controls
differs from that shown in » Fig. 25 on page 47. The symbols which mark the po-
sitions of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 191 , Headlight lenses .
WARNING■
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
WARNING (Continued)■ The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and does
not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if necessa-
ry, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions. The light
sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these conditions we
recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by other
oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is dark or
if visibility is poor.
Note
■ The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist has noinfluence on the life of the lighting system.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
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Side lights and low beam
Fig. 25
Light switch and control dial for
the headlight beam range regu-
lation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Light switch positions
A
» Fig. 25 .
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)
Automatic switching lights on and off » page 49
Switch on the parking light or parking lights on both sides » page 53, Park-
ing lights 
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Switching on the low beam
Switch on the front fog lamp » page 51
Switching on the rear fog light » page 51
Headlight beam control 
Turning the rotary switch B
» Fig. 25 from position  to  gradually activates the
headlight beam control, thereby shortening the beam of light.
The positions of the width of illumination correspond approximately to the fol-
lowing car load.
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehicles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.■
The Bi-Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving state of the ve-
hicle when the ignition is switched on and when driving. Vehicles that are equip- ped with Bi-Xenon headlights do not have a manual headlight range adjustment
control.
■
The light switch is in position  or  and the ignition is turned off, the low
beam is switched off automatically and the status light is lit. The side light goes out after the ignition key is removed.
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Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 47.
The daytime running lights (the only function) provides the lighting of the front
vehicle range.

The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi-
tions are met:
The light switch A
is in position  or  » Fig. 25 on page 47.
The ignition is switched on.
The parking aid is activated.
Deactivating the function
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turning signal and main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push
down and hold in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the lever in this position for at least 3 seconds after the ignition is switch-
ed on.
Activating the function
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Pull the turning signal and main beam lever towards the steering wheel, push it
up and hold it in this position.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Hold the lever in this position for at least 3 seconds after the ignition is switch-
ed on.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, the function can be enabled or disabled in the menu item Dayl. dri. light » page 29 , Settings .
Note
When the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at the
front or rear) and the number plate lights are not lit.48Using the system

Automatic driving light control during rain
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi-
tions are met:
The light switch is in the position  » Fig. 27 .
Automatic wiping during rain or wiping in position 2 or 3 ( » page 57) Is
switched on for more than 15 seconds.
The light is turned off if wiping is not switched on for longer than about 4 mi- nutes.
CAUTION
Do not stick any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the windscreen, so as not to cancel the function of automatic driving light control or
to impair its effectiveness.
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 47.
The AFS system makes sure the street remains lit up depending on the traffic and weather situation.
The system automatically adjusts the cone of light in front of the vehicle to the driving speed or the use of the wiper.
The AFS system works in tandem with automatic driving lamp control 
, there-
fore please also read the following » page 49.
The AFS system can only work if the following condition is met. The light switch is in the position 
.
The AHL system operates in the following modes.
Out of town mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is similar to the low beam. The mode is
active if none of the following modes are active.
City mode
The light cone in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that this also illuminates the
adjacent side-walks, intersections, pedestrian crossings, etc. The mode is active at speeds of 15-50 km/h.
Motorway mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can respond in time to an obstruction or other hazard in time. The mode is active at speeds
above 120 km/h.
Rain mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can reduce the glare from oncoming vehicles in rain.
The mode is active at speeds of 20 – 70 km/h and if the windscreen wipers con-tinuously operate for a period of time longer than 2 minutes. The mode is deacti-
vated when the windscreen wipers are switched off for longer than 8 minutes.
Dynamic cornering lights
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted to the steering angle so that the road in the curve is illuminated. This function is active at speeds greater than
10 km.h and in all AFS modes.
Tourist lights (Travel mode)
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system
(driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles.
When this mode is active, the above-mentioned modes and the side swivel of the
headlights is deactivated.
This mode can be enabled or disabled via the Maxi DOT display in the Travel
mode » page 29 menu option.WARNINGIf the AFS system is defective, the headlights are automatically lowered to the
emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic. This reduces the cone of light in front of the vehicle. Drive carefully and visit aspecialist garage as soon as possible.
Note
When the “Tourist light” mode is active, the warning icon 
flashes for about 10
seconds each time the ignition is switched on.
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Fog lightsFig. 28
Light switch: Switch on the front
fog lamp
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 28 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
1
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The indicator light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the fog lights are
switched on » page 14.
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Fog lights with the CORNER function
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 47.
The CORNER function improves illumination of the vehicle surroundings when
turning, parking and the like, by switching on the fog lights on the respective side
of the vehicle.
The CORNER function is switched on automatically if the following conditions
are met.
The turn signal is switched on or the front wheels are turned sharply to the
right or left 1)
.
The engine is running.
The vehicle is stopped or moves at a speed of no more than 40 km/h.
The low beam is switched on or the light switch is in the position  and the
low beam is switched on.
The daytime running lights are not switched on. The fog lights are not switched on.
Note
The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear.
Rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 47.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 28 on page 51.
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
.
The rear fog light is switched off in the reverse order.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster when the rear fog light is
switched on » page 14.
Only the rear fog light on the trailer lights up if the vehicle has a factory-fitted
towing device or a towing device from ŠKODA original accessories and it is driven
with a trailer.
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COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 47.
COMING HOME/LEAVING HOME (hereafter referred to only as function) switches on the lights for a short time after leaving the vehicle or when approaching the
vehicle. 


1)
If both switch-on conditions are conflicting, for example, 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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The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi-tions are met:
The light switch is in the position  » Fig. 27 on page 49.
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced. The ignition is switched off.
The parking aid is activated.
The function switches on the following light, depending on the equipment fit- ted.
› Parking lights
› Low beam
› Entry lighting in the exterior mirrors
› Licence plate light
The light is controlled on the basis of information that is collected from the holder
mounted in the rear-view mirror sensor » page 49 .
COMING HOME
The light turns on automatically when you open the driver's door on (within 60
seconds of turning off the ignition).
The light turns off 10 seconds after closing all the doors and the boot lid or after
the pre-set time has expired.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
LEAVING HOME
The light turns on automatically after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control.
The light turns off after 10 seconds or after a pre-set time or after the vehicle is
locked.
If no door is opened, the vehicle is locked automatically after 30 seconds.
Activate/deactivate the function
The functions and settings of the illumination time can be activated/deactivated via the MAXI DOT display in the menu items Coming Home or Leaving
Home » page 29 .
CAUTION
■
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the
windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability.■
If this function is activated constantly, the battery will be heavily discharged
particularly in short-haul traffic.
Hazard warning light systemFig. 29
Button for hazard warning light
system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 29 .
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch on
automatically.
If the turn signal light is switched on when the hazard warning light and the igni- tion are both switched on, then only the turn signal light on the corresponding
vehicle side will flash.
WARNINGSwitch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following oc-
curs.■
You encounter a traffic congestion.
■
The vehicle has broken down.
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WARNINGThe sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the deploy-
ment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens, etc. are attached to them. This might result in injuries to the occupants if the head air-
bag is deployed.
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Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers
57
Alternative park position of the rear window wiper
58
Headlight cleaning system
58
The windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is
switched on and the bonnet is closed 1)
.
If the intermittent wipe is switched on, the intervals are also controlled depend-
ing on speed.
When automatic wiping in rain is active, the wiper intervals are regulated based
on the intensity of the rain.
The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on
when reverse gear is selected.
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 206.
WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 235.■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
WARNING (Continued)■ Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.■
Automatic wiping in rain only operates as a support. The driver is not re-
leased from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers
manually depending on the visibility conditions.
CAUTION
■ If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be-
tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.■
In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen.
If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!
■
Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the pane.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
Do not switch on the ignition if the front wiper arms are retracted. The wiper
blades would move back into their rest position and while doing so damage the
paintwork of the bonnet.
■
If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. The wiper stops automatically after 5 attempts to eliminate the obsta- cle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the the obstacle and switch
the wiper on again.
Note
■ Each time the ignition switches off for the third time, the position of the wind-
screen wipers changes. This counteracts an early fatigue of the wiper rubbers.■
The rear window wiper only operates if the boot lid is closed.
■
The wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis with a windscreen clean-
er to avoid any smears. The wiper blades should be cleaned with a sponge or
cloth if they are heavily soiled by insect residues, for example. 
1)
On vehicles which do not have a contact switch for the bonnet, the windshield wiper and wash sys-
tem operates also when the bonnet is opened.
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Folding front passenger seatFig. 45
Folding the front passenger seat
forward
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 64.
The front passenger seat can be folded forward into a horizontal position.
Folding forward
›
Place the lever in position
1
» Fig. 45 .
›
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow
2
.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
Folding backwards
›
Place the lever in position
1
» Fig. 45 .
›
Fold the seat backrest in the opposite direction of the arrow
2
.
The locking mechanism must audibly snap into place.
WARNING■ The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-
jects on the seat which was folded forwards » page 176, Deactivating the
front passenger airbag .■
Adjust the seat backrest only when the vehicle is stationary.
■
When moving the seat backrest, make sure the seat backrest has been
properly secured – check by pulling on the seat backrest.
■
If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the
outer seat behind the driver.
WARNING (Continued)■ When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs out of the area between the
seat and seat backrest – risk of injury!■
Never transport the following items on the seat backrest when folded for-
wards. ■Objects that restrict the driver's view.
■ Objects which make it impossible for the driver to control the vehicle, e.g.
if they roll under the pedals, or could protrude into the driver's zone.
■ Objects which could lead to injury to passengers due to a change of direc-
tion or braking manoeuvre when accelerating sharply.
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Head restraints
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting, installing and removing the headrests.
67
Rear centre head restraints
67
Best protection is achieved if the top edge of the head rest is at the same level as the upper part of your head.
The position of the front and rear outer head restraints is adjustable in height. The middle rear head restraint is adjustable in two positions.
The head restraints must be adjusted to match the size of the seat occupant. Cor-rectly adjusted head restraints together with the seat belts offer effective protec-
tion for the occupants » page 161, Correct seated position .
WARNING■
The head restraints must be correctly adjusted in order to offer effective
protection for the occupants in the event of an accident.■
Never drive with the head restraints removed - risk of injury.
■
If the rear seats are occupied, the respective rear head restraint must not be
in the lower position.
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Setting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal directionFig. 48
Releasing at the front/rear
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.
›
Pull lever
A
» Fig. 48 up in the direction of arrow
1
or pull on the release loop
B
in direction of arrow
2
and move the seat into the desired position in the
direction of arrow
3
.
WARNINGThe following guidelines must be observed » page 162, Correct seated posi-
tion for the passengers in the rear seats .
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Setting the tilt of the seat backrests
Fig. 49
Adjusting the seat backrestFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.›
Pull lever
A
lever on the bottom in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 49 pull
and set the desired tilt of the seat back in the arrow direction.
WARNINGCheck for yourself that the seat backrest is engaged by pulling on it.

Fold downseat backrest and seat fold down completely
Fig. 50
Safety position of seat belt / folding the seat completely forward
Fig. 51
Lock forward folded seats
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.
Folding the seat backrest forwards
›
Put the belt tongue of the seat belt
A
» Fig. 50 into the opening of the wheel
housing on the respective side of the vehicle - safety position. 
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