2013 SKODA YETI check engine

The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT dis-
play whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu, the
first of the error messages is displayed. Several error messages are shown on the
display under the message e.g. 1/3. This indicates that the first of a total of three
error messages is being displayed.
Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 17Check engine oil level,
engine oil sensor faulty» page 203Problem with engine oil pressure» page 14Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are too hot» page 14
 Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the 
symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maximum
permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
 Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot
A 
symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the auto-
matic gearbox DSG clutches is too high.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!
 Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until
the 
icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as
soon as the symbol disappears.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.Note■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 23, Using the information
system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver.

Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
15
 Brake system
15

Seat belt warning light
15
 Generator
16
 Door open
16
 Coolant
16
 Boot lid
17


Power steering
17
 
Engine oil
17
 Traction Control System (ASR)
18
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
18
 Traction control (ASR) switched off
19
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
19
 Rear fog light
19
 Bulb failure
19
 Exhaust inspection system
19
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
19
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
20

Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
20
 Fuel reserve
20
 Airbag system
21
 Tyre inflation pressure
21
 Windscreen washer fluid level
21
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14Using the system

  Turn signal system21 Fog lights22
 Cruise control system
22
 Selector lever lock
22

OFF ROADmode
22
 Main beam
22
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in the
display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights illuminate briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few sec-
onds after switching on the ignition.
WARNING■ Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions in
the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury or
damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following
warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en-
gine compartment » page 199, Engine compartment .

 Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
comes on if the handbrake is applied.
An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h for at least 3
seconds while the handbrake is applied.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Release parking brake!

 Brake system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the warning light  lights up, the brake fluid level in the brake system is too
low.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 206 .
If the warning light 
lights up together with the warning light 
, there is a
problem with the ABS.
WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 52. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescri-
bed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 199, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light
 » page 19 ,  Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance -
risk of accident!

 Seat belt warning light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light 
comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.
The warning light 
goes out once the driver or front passenger has fastened
their seat belt. 
15Instruments and Indicator Lights

If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle
speed is more than 20 km/h, the warning light  flashes and you will hear an
acoustic signal.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the indicator light  lights up
permanently.
Further information » page 164, Seat belts .
 Generator
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light lights up 
when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. The electrical system re-
quires checking.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
CAUTION
If the  indicator light (cooling system fault) lights up in addition to the  indica-
tor light while driving,  do not continue driving! Stop the engine - there is a risk
of engine damage! Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Door open
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
comes on, if one or several doors are opened.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning
light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon on
the display » page 25 .WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

 Coolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the warning light 
lights up or flashes , either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Check coolant! Owner's manual!
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant level
» page 205.
› If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir
» page 206.
› If the indicator light

disappears after adding coolant and switching on the ig-
nition, you may continue your journey.
› If the coolant level is within the specified range, but the indicator light

is still
illuminated , check the fuse for the radiator fan and replace it if necessa-
ry » page 237 , Fuses in the engine compartment .
› If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the indicator light

is still illu-
minated , 
do not continue your journey!
› Seek help from a specialist garage.

16Using the system

WARNING■If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling
system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.
■
Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off.

 Boot lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
comes on if the boot lid is opened.
The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon onthe display » page 25 .
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

  Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light 
lights up, this indicates a partial failure of the power steer-
ing and the steering forces can be greater. Seek assistance from a specialist ga-
rage immediately.
If the indicator light  lights up, this indicates a complete failure of the power
steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces).
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 118, Power steering .WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard warning
lights » page 52 . The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed dis-
tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
 comes on after switching on the ignition. If the warning light  does not go
out after moving a short distance, this means there is an error in the system. Seek
assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
  Engine oil
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 14.
The warning light 
lights up red (low oil pressure)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Oil pressure: Engine off! Owner's manual!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 203 .
If the warning light flashes, 
do not drive any further , even if the oil level is
correct! Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The warning light 
lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Check oil level!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine
oil » page 203 . 
17Instruments and Indicator Lights

 Traction control (ASR) switched offFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light  lights up when the ASR is turned off by pressing the Symbol
key 
» page 137 , Traction Control System (TCS) or  » page 136 , Electronic Sta-
bility Control (ESC) .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Traction control (ASR) is deactivated.

 Antilock brake system (ABS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light 
lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Further information » page 137, Antilock brake system (ABS) .
WARNING■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 52. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescri-
bed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.■
If the warning light  » page 15 is displayed together with warning light ,
 do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!

 Rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The warning light  comes on when the rear fog light is switched on.
Further information » page 51.

 Bulb failure
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light 
lights up if a bulb is faulty.
The indicator light 
lights up within a few seconds after switching on the igni-
tion or when a light with a faulty bulb is switched on.
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display.
INFORMATION Check front right low beam!

 Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light 
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light 
lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Once the
light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light 
does not come on
at all or lights up continuously . 
19Instruments and Indicator Lights

If the indicator light  begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The system
allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The
soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a reg-
ular basis.
If the indicator light 
lights up , soot has accumulated in the filter.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive as follows for at
least 15 minutes or until the indicator light 
goes out.
4 or 5 Gear engaged (automatic transmission: position S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon 
goes out .
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light 
does not go out and the
warning light 
begins to flash.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Diesel particle filter: Owner's manual!
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the ig- nition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light 
also lights up .
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not
park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass
or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the indicator light must not tempt
you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
CAUTION
■ As long as the indicator light  lights up, one must take into account an in-
creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of the
engine.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce the
life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA partner will be able to tell you which
countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles in the filter, we recom-
mend that regularly driving short distances be avoided.■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.

 Fuel reserve
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light  will come on if the fuel level is less than 10.5 litres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance.
20Using the system

Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the information system
23
Ice warning
24
Gear recommendation
24
Door, boot or engine compartment warning
25
Compass point display
25
The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about in-
dividual vehicle systems. This information and advice is shown in the instrument
cluster display or indicated by the illumination of the corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the information system provides the fol-
lowing advice and information.
› Ice warning
» page 24.
› Recommended gear
» page 24.
› Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
» page 25.
› Compass display
» page 25.
› Data relating to the multi-function display (MFD)
» page 25.
› Warning against excessive speeds
» page 27.
› Data relating to the Maxi DOT display
» page 28.
› Service interval display
» page 30.
› Auto Check Control
» page 13.
› Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox
» page 127.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

Using the information systemFig. 7
Buttons/dial: on the operating lever / on the multifunction steering
wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 23.
Some functions of the information system can be operated using the buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 7 .
Description of the operation
Button/ di-al
» Fig. 7
ActionOperation
ABriefly push up or downSelect dataBriefly push up or downSet data valuesPress and hold buttonOpen main menu in the
MAXI DOT display » page 28BPress brieflyShow dataPress brieflyConfirm dataCPress brieflyto go back one level in the menu of the
MAXI DOT display » page 28Press and hold buttonOpen main menu in the
MAXI DOT display » page 28 23Information system

Driving time
The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.
If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on, at
this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 26, Memory .
The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes and on vehicles which are fitted with a MAXI DOT display, it is 99 hours and 59 minutes.
The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption level is displayed in litres/100 km 1)
. You can use this
information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed 2)
.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is displayed in
litres/100 km 1)
.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of
time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to zero » page 26 , Memory . After erasing the memory, no value is displayed until you
have driven approx. 300 m.
The display is updated regularly while you are driving.
Range
The range indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the level of fuel in the tank and the same style of driving as before.
The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light 
the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the information.The range will increase if you drive in a more economical manner.
If the memory is set to zero (after disconnecting the battery), a fuel consumptionof 10 l./100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is updated ac-
cording to the style of driving.
Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time
on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 26,
Memory .
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1 999 km or 9 999 km on
vehicles with a MAXI DOT display. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km/hour .
To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory tozero at the start of the measurement » page 26, Memory .
After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven.
The display is updated regularly while you are driving.
Current driving speed
The current speed displayed is identical to the display on the speedometer2
» Fig. 2 on page 10 .
Oil temperature
If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating tem-
perature is reached.
If the oil temperature is lower than 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs,
full throttle and high engine loads.
If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking
the oil temperature is present, 

.
symbols are displayed instead of the oil tem-
perature.
Warning against excessive speeds
Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in
town » page 28 , Warning at excessive speeds .
1)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in kilometres/litre.
2)
On some models in certain countries, – -.- km/ltr. is displayed when the vehicle is stationary.
27Information system