2013 SKODA YETI tow

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.
50Using the system

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.
51Lights and visibility

Visibility
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen and rear window heater
55
Sun visors
55
Windscreen and rear window heater
Fig. 34
Buttons for the rear and front window heating system: manual air
conditioning / Climatronic
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 55.
Explanation of graphic.Switch the rear window heater on/off
Switching the windscreen heater on/off
When heating is switched on, a lamp within the button lights up
The windscreen and rear window heater only operates when the engine is run-
ning.
The windscreen and rear window heater automatically switches off after approxi-
mately 10 minutes.
For the sake of the environmentThe heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free from
mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel econ-
omy » page 133 , Saving electrical energy .
Note
■
If the on-board voltage drops, the windscreen and rear window heater switches
off automatically, to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con-
trol » page 210 , Automatic load deactivation .■
If the light is flashing inside the button, the heater is off due to low battery.
■
The position and shape of the switch may vary according to the equipment fit-
ted.
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Sun visors
Fig. 35
Sun visor/double sun visor
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 55.
The sun visor for the driver or front passenger can be pulled out of the fixture and
swivelled towards the door in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 35 .
The vanity mirrors in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover in
the direction of the arrow
2
.
The purpose of the strap
A
is to store small, light objects, such as a notepad, etc.
On vehicles that are equipped with a double sun visor, the auxiliary visor can be
unfolded in the direction of the arrow
3
after swivelling the sun visor towards
the door. 
55Lights and visibility

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.
56Using the system

›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.

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.
69Seats and useful equipment

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.

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.

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

Closing storage compartment›Open the cover to the stop, only then can it be folded downwards and againstthe direction of the arrow 1
» Fig. 44 on page 65.
Opening air inlet
›
Pull the handle in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 67.
Closing air inlet
›
Push the shutter against the arrow direction until it stops » Fig. 67.
When the air vent is opened, the air flows into the stowage compartment with a
temperature corresponding to the control dial settings on the A/C unit, depending on the outer climate conditions.
The air inlet in the storage compartment is connected to position 
through ad-
justment of the control dial for air distribution. This setting causes the maximum
amount of air to flow into the storage compartment (depending on the rotary reg-
ulator position for the fan).
If you do not use the air inlet in the storage compartment, the inlet should al-
ways be kept closed.

Storage net in the front centre console
Fig. 68
Storage net
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 70.
Located on the center console on the passenger side, a storage net providing storage for cards, magazines, etc. is provided » Fig. 68 .
WARNINGOnly store soft objects with a total weight of 0.5 kg in the storage net. Heavy
objects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
Do not place any sharp objects into the net – risk of net damage.
Compartment for glasses
Fig. 69
Opening the glasses storage box
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 70.
Opening
›
Press the button » Fig. 69 .
The box folds in the direction of the arrow.
Closing
›
Swivel » Fig. 69 the lid on the glasses storage box against the direction of the
arrow until it is heard to lock.
WARNING■ The compartment must only be opened when removing or inserting the
spectacles and otherwise must be kept closed!■
The box must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of im-
pairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system! 77Seats and useful equipment