2013 SKODA YETI seats

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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Adjusting, installing and removing the headrests.Fig. 46
Head restraint: Move up / move down
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 66.
Setting the height
›
If you want to move the headrest up, then hold this sideways with both hands
and slide as desired in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 46 .
›
To move the head restraint downwards, press and hold the safety button in the
direction of arrow
2
with one hand and press the head restraint in the direc-
tion of arrow
3
with the other hand.
Removing/installing
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button in the direction of the arrow
2
» Fig. 46 and pull the
head restraint out.
›
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place.
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Rear centre head restraintsFig. 47
Rear seats: middle head re-
straint
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 66.
Applies to vehicles using the TOP TETHER system.
Removing/installing
›
Pull the head restraint out of the seat backrest as far as the stop.
›
Press the locking button in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 47 while simulta-
neously pressing the locking button into the opening in the direction of the ar- row
2
using a flat screwdriver with a maximum width of 5 mm, and pull out the
head restraint.
›
To re-insert the head restraint, push it far enough down into the seat backrest until the locking button clicks into place.
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Rear seats
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Setting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal direction
68
Setting the tilt of the seat backrests
68
Fold downseat backrest and seat fold down completely
68
Unlocking and removing seats
69
Adjusting seats in crosswise direction
70
Folding seats back into the initial 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.
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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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›Remove the head restraint from the rear middle seat
» page 67.›Push the outer rear seats towards the rear as far as they will go » page 68, Set-
ting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal direction .›
Pull the lever
A
» Fig. 49 on page 68 and fold the seat backrests of the outer
rear seats onto the seat cushion as far as the stop.
›
Fold the middle rear seat backrest forwards in the same way, then pull once more on the lever
A
» Fig. 49 on page 68 and press the seat backrest down-
wards until it is heard to lock into a lower position.
Folding seats fully forwards and locking them
›
If the outer rear seat is fully folded forward, push it towards the rear as far as it
can go.
›
Pull the lever
B
» Fig. 50 in the direction of the arrow
1
and push the seat
completely forward in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt B to a guide rod of
the head restraint in the front seat » Fig. 51.
WARNING■
Immediately lock the folded forward seat to a guide rod on the front head
restraint using the fixing belt - risk of injury.■
The following guidelines must be observed » page 162, Correct seated posi-
tion for the driver .
CAUTION
■
Before folding the rear middle seat forward, make sure that the storage com-
partment, the ashtray and the cup holder in the rear part of the centre console
are closed - risk of damage.■
Only keep the seats in the folded forward position for as long as necessary to
transport cargo - there is a risk of damaging the front seat backrests. The seats must be folded back once the cargo has been transported.
■
If the outer seat is not in the rear end position when folding forward, damage
can occur to the locking bolts when unlocking the seat.
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Unlocking and removing seatsFig. 52
Unlocking the folded forward
seat and carrying handles on the
seat surface
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.
›
Fold the seat forward » page 68, Fold downseat backrest and seat fold down
completely .
›
Unlock the folded seat by pressing seat locks
A
in the direction of ar-
row » Fig. 52 .
›
Remove the seat using the carrying handles
B
or
C
.
WARNINGThe following guidelines must be observed » page 162, Correct seated posi-
tion for the passengers in the rear seats .
Note
The outer seats are not mutually interchangeable. In the rear area the left seat is
marked with the letter L and the right seat with the letter R.
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Adjusting seats in crosswise directionFig. 53
Locking seats
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.
›
Remove the middle seat » page 69, Unlocking and removing seats .
›
Fold the outer seat forward » page 68 and unlock » Fig. 52 on page 69.
›
Move the folded forward and unlocked seat on the guide towards the middle of
the vehicle up to the stop.
›
Lock the folded forward seat by pressing the seat locks
A
in the direction of
arrow » Fig. 53 .
Folding back into the starting position is accomplished in the reverse order.
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Folding seats back into the initial position
Fig. 54
Folding the seat backrest back
into positionFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 67.›
If the seat has been removed, first position it on the guide and lock it in place using seat locking
A
» Fig. 53 on page 70 . Pull the seat upwards to ensure that
the seat is locked correctly.
›
Fold the seat in the horizontal position until it can be heard to click. Check for yourself that the seat can no longer be lifted by pulling it up.
›
Press the lever in direction of arrow » Fig. 54 and fold back the seat. Check for
yourself that the seat backrest is engaged by pulling on it.
›
Remove the tongue of the lock from the safety position.
WARNING■ The belt locks must be in their original position after folding back the seat
cushions and backrests - they must be ready to use.■
The seat backrests must be securely engaged so that objects from the boot
cannot slip into the passenger compartment on sudden braking – risk of in- jury!
■
When folding the seat backrest always make sure that it has safely locked
into position, this is confirmed by the position and a visible marking on the cover of the lever.
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Practical equipment
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car park ticket holder
71
Storage compartment on the dashboard
71
Storage compartments in the doors
72
Storage compartment in the front central console
72
Cupholders
73
Cigarette lighter
74
Ashtray
74
12-volt power outlet
75
Waste container
76
Storage compartment under the front armrest
76
Storage net in the front centre console
77
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70Using the system

Compartment for glasses77Storage compartment on the passenger side78
Storage compartment under the passenger seat
78
Clothes hook
79
Storage pockwets on the front seats
79
Storage compartment in the rear central console
79
Folding table on front seat backrest
80
Folding table at the center backrest
80
Removable ski bag
81WARNING■Do not place anything on the dash panel. These objects might slide or fall
down when driving (when accelerating or cornering) and may distract you
from concentrating on the traffic – risk of accident!■
When driving, ensure that no objects from the centre console or from other
storage compartments can get into the driver's footwell. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes or operate the clutch or accelerator pedal –
risk of accident!
■
No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the drinks
holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sudden braking
or the vehicle collides with something.
■
Ash and cigarette or cigar stubs must only be discarded in ashtrays!
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Car park ticket holder
Fig. 55
Parking ticket holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 70.
The note holder » Fig. 55 is designed e.g. for attaching car park tickets.
WARNINGThe attached note has to always be removed before starting off in order not
to restrict the driver's vision.
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Storage compartment on the dashboard
Fig. 56
Opening the storage compart-
ment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 70.
Opening
›
Press the button » Fig. 56 .
The cover folds in the arrow direction.
Closing
›
Fold back the storage compartment lid in the opposite direction to that of the arrow » Fig. 56 until it clicks.
Certain models do not have a storage compartment lid.
WARNING■ The storage compartment is not a substitute for the ashtray and must also
not be used for such purposes – risk of fire!■
The storage compartment must always be closed when driving for safety
reasons.
■
Do not put any highly inflammable objects or objects which are sensitive to
heat (e.g. lighters, sprays, spectacles, carbonated drinks) in the storage com-
partment.
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CupholdersFig. 59
Cupholders: in the center console, front / on the folding table in the
center backrest
Fig. 60
Open cup holder in the central console / adjust holder size
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 70.
Image description » Fig. 59 and » Fig. 60
Cup holder in front centre console
Cup holder on the folding table
Location for opening
Cup holder in rear centre console
Fuse plate
Open holder in the rear center console
›
In the cup holder in area
C
» Fig. 60 . Press
ABCDEThe holder slides out.›
Pull the holder until it stops in the arrow direction
1
.
›
Adjust the bracket by sliding the locking plate
E
in the direction of arrow
2
.
Close holder in the rear center console
›
Remove the waste container in the opposite direction to the arrow
1
» Fig. 60 .
WARNING■
Never put hot beverage containers in the cup holder. If the vehicle moves,
they may spill – risk of scalding!■
Do not use any cups or beakers which are made of brittle material (e.g. glass,
porcelain). This could lead to injuries in the event of an accident.
CAUTION
■ Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey.
There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the elec- trical components or seat upholstery.■
The cup holder in the rear part of the centre console must be closed (otherwise
it could get damaged) before folding forward the rear middle seat.
Note
A 1.5 litre bottle (max. capacity) can be stored in the drinks holder D .
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Removing the ashtray from the low centre console›Place the ashtray insert into the console and press it in.
Opening the ashtray on the high centre console›
Press on the top part of the ashtray cover in area
C
» Fig. 63 .
Removing the ashtray from the high centre console
›
Carefully push the ashtray cover downwards as far as the stop.
›
Grasp the ashtray insert in the area of the arrows » Fig. 63 and remove.
Inserting the ashtray into the high centre console
›
Place the ashtray insert in the mount and press it in.
WARNINGNever place flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire!
CAUTION
■ When removing the ash tray, do not hold it on the cover on the front – risk of
breakage.■
The ashtray in the rear part of the central console must be closed (otherwise it
could get damaged) before folding forward the rear middle seat.
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12-volt power outlet
Fig. 64
12 -volt socket in the front central console/ in the luggage compart-
ment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 70.
Overview of the 12-volt power socket
In the front centre console » Fig. 64 -  .
In the boot » Fig. 64 -  .
Use of the 12-volt power socket
›
Remove the cover on the power socket » Fig. 64 -  or open the cover on the
power socket as appropriate » Fig. 64 -  .
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The 12-volt power sockets and any connected appliances can also be operated when the ignition is switched off or the ignition key is withdrawn »
.
Further information » page 184, Service work, adjustments and technical altera-
tions .
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can cause
fires, burns and other serious injuries.■
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical accesso-
ries with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's elec-
trical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery of
the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility in
accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch the
ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from voltage
fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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