2013 SKODA YETI trailer

FunctionFig. 119
Range of sensors / system button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 140.
The parking aid (hereafter referred to solely as system) only works when the igni- tion is switched on.
The system supports the driver via audible signals and the display on the radio or
the factory-installed navigation system when parking and manoeuvring » Radio
user guide, Navigation system user guide.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the bumper
and an obstacle. The ultrasound sensors are located on the front/rear bumper.
Image Description - approximate range of sensors (in cm)
Area » Fig. 119Range of sensorsA120 cmB60 cmC160 cmD60 cmEa)60 cma)
Applies only for vehicles with 12 sensors.
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is re- duced. A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm - danger area.
From this moment on do not continue driving!
The length of the vehicle can be increased with an installed detachable towing
device. The danger area thus begins at a distance of around 35 cm on vehicles
equipped with a factory-fitted towing device.
Towing a trailer
On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted towing device, only system areas A
and
B
» Fig. 119 are active when towing a trailer.

Activation/deactivation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 140.
The system is automatically activated by selecting reverse gear or pressing the
symbol button 
» Fig. 119 on page 141 . The symbol 
lights up in the button;
activation is confirmed by a brief acoustic signal.
The system is deactivated by moving out of reverse gear, either by pressing thesymbol button 
or automatically at a speed exceeding 10 km/h (the symbol 
in
the button goes out).
On vehicles which only have rear sensors, the system can only be deactivated by
moving out of reverse gear.

Optical Parking Assist (Rear view camera)
 Introduction
Fig. 120
Position the reversing camera 141Assist systems

Driver steering intervention: Please take over steering!
The parking procedure is terminated due to a driver steering intervention. Park Assist finished. ASR deactivated.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because the TCS system is deactiva- ted. Activate the TCS.
ASR deactivated. Please take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because TCS was deactivated during the park-
ing procedure.
Trailer: Park Assist finished.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because a trailer is hitched. Time limit exceeded. Please take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because the time limit of 6 minutes was
passed.
Park Assist currently not available.
The system cannot be activated because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist ended. System currently not available.
The parking procedure was ended because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist faulty. Workshop!
The parking procedure is not possible because a fault exists in the system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
ASR intervention! Please take over steering!
The parking procedure is terminated by a TCS intervention. PARK ASSIST Turn on turn signal and select reverse gear
The prerequisites for manoeuvring out of a parking space using the system have
been met. Switch on the turn signals and shift into reverse.
Automatic space departure not possible. Space too small
The manoeuvring procedure using the system is not possible. The parking gap is too small.
Park Assist Brake interv. Speed too high
The driving speed during the parking procedure was too high - automatic brake
assist is initiated.
Cruise Control System
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
148
Storing and maintaining speed
148
Changing the stored speed
148
Switching off temporarily
148
The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed, more than 25 km/h, with-
out you having to actuate the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine.
The warning light 
illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is switched on.
WARNING■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) – risk of accident!■
The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
■
Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the system
being switched on unintentionally.
CAUTION
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed at which it travels. In such cases, a lower gear should be engaged or the footbrake
applied.■
It is not possible to switch on the cruise control system if the first gear or re-
verse gear is engaged (Vehicles fitted with a manual transmission) 
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Briefly push the rocker button B into the RES/+ position in order to resume the
stored speed after the clutch or brake pedal is released.
START-STOP
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Starting/shutting down the engine
149
Operating conditions of the system
150
Manually activating/deactivating the system
150
Information messages
151
The START-STOP system helps you to save fuel while at the same time reducing
harmful exhaust emissions and CO 2 emissions.
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on. In the start-stop mode, the engine automatically switches to the vehicle's idle phase, e.g. when stopped at traffic lights. The engine restarts automatically
where necessary.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The driver's door is closed.
The driver has fastened the seat belt.
The bonnet is closed.The driving speed was higher than 4 km.h after the last stop.
No trailer is coupled.
WARNING■ The brake servo unit and power steering only operate if the engine is run-
ning.■
Never let the vehicle roll with the engine switched off.
CAUTION
Always deactivate the START-STOP system before driving through wa-
ter » page 134 .Note■
If the driver's seat belt is removed for more than approx. 30 seconds or the driv-
er's door is opened during stop mode on vehicles with manual transmission or au- tomatic transmission (when the selector lever in position P), the engine must be
started manually » page 120.■
After manually starting the engine on vehicles with manual transmission, auto-
matic engine shut down is not possible until the vehicle has travelled the re-
quired minimum distance for START-STOPP mode.
■
If, on vehicles with automatic transmission, the selector lever positions D, S or N
are selected after driving in reverse, the vehicle will first need to achieve a speed
of over 10 km/h before automatic engine shut down can take place again.
■
Changes to the outdoor temperature can have an effect on the internal temper-
ature of the vehicle battery even after several hours. If the vehicle remains out- doors for a long time in minus temperatures or in direct sunlight, it can take sev-
eral hours until the internal temperature of the vehicle battery reaches a suitable
temperature for proper operation of the START STOP system.
■
If the Climatronic is running in automatic mode, it is possible that under certain
conditions the engine may not switch off automatically.

Starting/shutting down the engine
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 149.
Vehicles with manual transmission
›
Stop the vehicle (where necessary, apply the handbrake).
›
Put the gear stick into Neutral.
›
Release the clutch pedal.
Automatic engine shut down (STOP phase) takes place. The warning symbol 
appears in the instrument cluster display.
›
Depress the clutch pedal.
The automatic start procedure takes place again (START phase). The warning
symbol 
goes out.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
›
Bring the vehicle to a stop and depress the brake pedal.
Automatic engine shut down takes place. The warning symbol 
appears in the
instrument cluster display.
›
Release the brake pedal. 
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Towing a trailer
Towing device
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
152
Setting the ready position
153
Installing the ball rod
154
Check proper fitting
155
Removing the ball rod
155
Use and care
156
If your vehicle has already been factory-fitted with a towing device or is fitted
with a towing device from ŠKODA Original Accessories, then it meets all of the
technical requirements and national legal regulations for towing a trailer.
Your vehicle is fitted with a 13-pin power socket for the electrical connection be-
tween the vehicle and trailer. If the trailer that is to be towed has a 7-pin connec-
tor , you can use a suitable adapter from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
The maximum trailer nose weight is 80 kg and 85 kg 1)
.
WARNING■ Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting
recess before the start of every journey.■
Do not use the tow bar if it is not correctly inserted and secured in the
mounting recess.
■
Do not use the towing device if it is damaged or if there are parts missing.
■
Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way.
■
Never release the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled.
CAUTIONTake care when handling the tow bar so as to avoid damaging the paintwork on
the bumper.
Description
Fig. 126
Carrier for the towing device/tow bar
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 152.
Explanation of graphic » Fig. 126
13-pin power socket
Mounting recess
Safety eyelet
Cover for the mounting recess
Dust cap
Locking ball
Green marking on the handwheel
Handwheel
Key
Lock cap
Red marking on the handwheel 
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Applies to vehicles 4x4 with the 2.0 l/103 kW TDI CR and 2.0 L/125 kW TDI CR engine. Applies in multi-
purpose vehicles (AF) for vehicles with the 2.0 l/125 kW TDI CR engine and automatic transmission.
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Green box on the tow bar
Tow ball
The tow bar can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel compartment or in a
compartment for the spare wheel in the boot » page 220, Vehicle tool kit .
Note
On the bottom of the key is a code number. If you lose a key, please contact a
specialist garage, who will be able to use this code number to provide you with a new one.
Setting the ready position
Fig. 127
Setting the ready position
Fig. 128
Ready position
1213First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 152.
Always set the ready position before fitting the tow bar.
›
Turn the key
A
in direction of the arrow
1
to the stop » Fig. 127.
›
Hold the tow bar with your left hand.
›
Using your right hand, pull the handwheel
B
in the direction of the arrow
2
and drag in the direction of the arrow
3
to the stop.
The handwheel remains locked in this position.
Correctly adjusted standby position » Fig. 128 .
The key
C
is in the unlocked position and cannot be removed.
The locking balls
D
can be pushed fully into the tow bar.
The red marking
E
on the handwheel is located in the green box on the tow
bar.
There is a clear gap of approx. 5 mm
F
between the handwheel and the tow
bar.
The tow bar is now ready to be inserted into the mounting recess.
WARNINGIf the tow bar cannot be correctly placed in the ready position, then it must
not be used.
CAUTION
When in the ready position, the key cannot be removed from the handwheel lock.
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Check proper fittingFig. 131
Check that the tow bar is attach-
ed properly
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 152.
Check that the tow bar is fitted properly before each use.
Check the following points. The tow bar does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy
“shaking”.
The green marking
A
» Fig. 131 on the handwheel is located in the green box
on the tow bar.
The handwheel lies flush with the tow bar - there is no gap. The cover
B
is attached to the locked handwheel lock.
WARNINGDo not use the towing device unless the tow bar has been properly locked!

Removing the ball rodFig. 132
Removing the lock cover/releasing the lock
Fig. 133
Removing the two bar/placing the cover on the rear bumper
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 152.
›
Remover the cover
A
from the handwheel lock in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 132 .
›
Insert the key into the handwheel lock.
›
Release the handwheel lock by turning the key
B
to the right in the direction
of the arrow
2
to the stop.
›
Grip the tow bar from below and with the other hand pull the handwheel
C
in
the direction of the arrow
3
» Fig. 133 .
›
Turn the handwheel in the direction of the arrow
4
to the stop , and hold in
this position.
›
Remove the tow bar from the mounting recess downwards and in the direction
of the arrow
5
. 
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At the same time, the tow bar latches into the ready position and is therefore
ready to be re-inserted into the mounting recess » .›
Attach the cover for the mounting recess
4
» Fig. 126 on page 152 » .
›
Grip the cover on the rear bumper
E
» Fig. 133 at the handle
D
and position in
the direction of the arrow
6
on the checkmark underneath the upper edge of
the bumper.
›
Push this cover onto the lower edge and onto the two sides in the direction of the arrow
7
.
WARNING■ Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
damage on sudden braking, and could put the safety of the occupants at risk.■
Never remove the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled.
CAUTION
■ If the handwheel is not turned all the way to the stop, then it will return to its
initial position when the tow bar is removed, and will rest on the tow bar and not
engage into the ready position. The tow bar will then need to be brought into this position before the next time it is fitted.■
The mounting recess must be closed with the cover following removal. This pre-
vents foreign bodies from getting into the mounting recess.
■
Clean any dirt from the tow bar before stowing it away in the box with the vehi-
cle tool kit.
Note
We recommend putting the protective cover onto the ball head before removing
the tow bar.
Use and care
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 152.
Close the mounting recess with the cover to prevent any dirt from getting in.
Always check the tow bar before hitching a trailer. Apply suitable grease where
necessary.
Use the protective cover when stowing away the tow bar, in order to stop the boot from getting dirty.
In the event of dirt, clean the surfaces of the mounting recess and treat with a
suitable preservative.
CAUTION
Apply grease to the upper part of the mounting recess. Make sure you do not re-
move any grease.
Trailer
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Loading a trailer
156
Driving with a trailer
157
Trailer stabilisation (TSA)
158
Anti-theft alarm system
159WARNINGAlways drive particularly carefully with the trailer.

Loading a trailer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 156.
The vehicle/trailer combination must be balanced, whereby the maximum permis-
sible drawbar load must be utilised. If the drawbar load is too low, it jeopardises
the performance of the vehicle/trailer combination.
Distribution of the load
Distribute the load in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as close to the axle as possible. Secure the items from slipping. 
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The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the trail-
er is laden. Maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot avoid driving with this
combination.
Tyre pressure
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on your vehicle for a “full load” » page 213,
Service life of tyres .
Towing capacity and trailer weight
The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstan- ces » page 244 , Technical data .
The trailer loads specified apply only to altitudes up to 1,000 metres above mean sea level.
The engine output falls as altitude increases, as does the vehicle's climbing pow- er. Therefore, for every additional 1000 m in height (or part), the maximum per-
missible towed weight must be reduced by 10%.
The towed weight is made up of the actual weights of the loaded towing vehicle
and the loaded trailer.
The trailer and drawbar load information on the type plate of the towing device is merely a test value for the towing device. The vehicle-specific values are detailed in the vehicle documents.WARNING■ Do not exceed the maximum permissible axle and drawbar load and the
maximum permissible total or towed weight of the vehicle and the trailer –
risk of accident and serious injury.■
Slipping loads can significantly impair the stability and safety of the vehicle/
trailer combination – risk of accident and serious injury.

Driving with a trailerFig. 134
Swivel out the 13-pin power
socket
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 156.
Before the journey
›
Swing the 13-pin socket in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 134 .
›
Lift off protective cap
5
» Fig. 126 on page 152.
After the journey
›
Swivel the 13-pin power socket
A
» Fig. 134 back in in the opposite direction to
the arrow.
›
Place the protective cover
5
» Fig. 126 on page 152 onto the tow bar.
Safety eyelet
The purpose of the safety eyelet
B
» Fig. 134 is to attach the breakaway cable of
the trailer.
When attaching the breakaway cable to the safety eye, it must sag freely in all
trailer positions in relation to the vehicle (sharp bends, in reverse, etc.)
Exterior mirrors
You have to have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the
traffic behind the trailer with the standard rear-view mirrors. The national legal
requirements must be observed.
Headlights
The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer is being towed and the head-
lights may dazzle other road users. 
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