2013 SKODA YETI isofix

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Safety equipment
160
Before setting off
160
What influences driving safety?
161
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the subject
of passive safety in your vehicle.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for exam- ple, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and safety of children.
WARNING■ This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants.■
You can find further information on safety concerning you and those travel-
ling with you in the following chapters of this owner's manual.
■
The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This ap-
plies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
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Safety equipment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 160.
The following list contains only part of the safety equipment in your vehicle.
› Three-point seat belts for all the seats.
› Belt force limiters for the front seats.
› Belt tensioners for the front seats.
› Seat belt height adjusters for the front seats.
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Front airbag for the driver and the front passenger.
› Driver’s knee airbag.
› Front side airbags.
› Rear side airbags.
› Head airbags.
› Anchoring points for child seats using the ISOFIX system.
› Anchoring points for child seats using the TOP TETHER system.
› Head restraints adjustable for height.
› Adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works together, in order to optimally protect you
and those travelling with you in accident situations.
The safety equipment does not protect you or the people travelling with you, if
you or your occupants adopt an incorrect seated position or the equipment is not correctly adjusted or used.
If the seat belt is not fastened properly, this may result in injuries if an airbag is
activated in the event of an accident.
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Before setting off
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 160.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay
attention to the following points before setting off.
› Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
› Check the tyre inflation pressure.
› Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
› Secure all items of luggage
» page 81, Luggage compartment .
› Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
› Adjust the mirrors, the front seat and head restraint to your body size.
› Advise your passengers to adjust the head restraints to their body size.
› Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
belts » page 177 , Transporting children safely .
› Adopt the correct seated position
» page 161, Correct seated position . Tell your
passengers to assume the correct seated position.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt. Also inform passengers to fasten the seat belt
correctly » page 164 , Using seat belts .
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160Safety

Fastening systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
eyes belonging to the lISOFIX system
180
Use of child seats with the ISOFIX system
180
Locking eyes of the TOP TETHER system
181
eyes belonging to the lISOFIX system
Fig. 152
Rear seat: ISOFIX
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 180.
There are two fixing eyes between the seat backrest and the seat cushion of the front passenger seat for fixing the ISOFIX system child seat in place.
On the rear outside seats, the fixing eyes are located below the upholstery. The
places are marked with labels with the ISOFIX logo » Fig. 152.
WARNING■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the ISOFIX system.■
Never attach other child seats, belts or objects to the anchor eyelets inten-
ded for the installation of a child seat with the ISOFIX system – risk to life.
Note
■ A child seat fitted with the ISOFIX system can only be mounted in a vehicle with
the help of the ISOFIX system if the child seat in question has been approved for this type of vehicle. Further information is available from a ŠKODA Partner.■
Child seats with the ISOFIX system can be purchased from ŠKODA Original Ac-
cessories.
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Use of child seats with the ISOFIX system
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 180.
Overview of the usability of child seats with the ISOFIX system on each of the
seats in accordance with the ECE-R 16 standard. 
GroupSize category
of the child seat a)Front passenger seat b)Outer rear seatsRear seat middle0
to 10 kgEXIL-SUX0+
to 13 kgE
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DC 180Safety

GroupSize category
of the child seat a)Front passenger seat b)Outer rear seatsRear seat middle
1
9-18 kg
D
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CBB1Aa)
The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat.
b)
If the front passenger seat is fitted with the ISOFIX system attachment points, it is suited for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with the “Semi-Universal” approval.
The seat is suited for installation of an ISOFIX child seat with “Semi-
Universal” approval. The “Semi-Universal” category means that the child
seat with the ISOFIX system is approved for your vehicle. Observe the list of vehicles that comes with the child seat.
The seat is suitable for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with
“Universal” approval and attachment with the TOP TETHER belt.
The seat is not fitted with fixing eyes for the ISOFIX system.
Locking eyes of the TOP TETHER system
Fig. 153
Anchor eyelets for the TOP
TETHER system
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 180.
The anchor eyelets for attaching the belt for a child seat with the TOP TETHER
system are located on the rear side of the outer rear seat backrests » Fig. 153.
IL-SU
IUFXWARNING■
Always refer to the instructions from the manufacturer of the child seat
when installing and removing a child seat with the TOP TETHER system.■
Only use child seats with the TOP TETHER system on the seats with the
locking eyes.
■
Only ever attach one belt from the child seat to a locking eye.
■
On no account should you equip your vehicle, e.g. mount screws or other an-
chorage points.
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181Transporting children safely

Brake booster125
Brake fluid206
Changing207
Checking206
information messages15
Brakes Brake assist systems
136
Brake booster125
Brake fluid206
Handbrake125
Running in130
Braking Information on braking
124
Breakdown kit225
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
151
bulb failurel warning light
19
bulbs warning light
19
Bulbs Changing
238
In the rear light242
Button in the driver's door Electric power windows
41
C
Car computer See multifunction display
25
Car park ticket holder71
Carrier90
Cavity protection192
CD changer115
Central locking32
Central locking button36
changing bulb for low beam and high beam
240
ChangingBrake fluid207
Bulbs238
Bulbs in the rear light242
Engine oil204
Wheels221
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
222
Preparation222
Removing and refitting a wheel222
Charging a vehicle battery209
Check Fit ball head properly
155
Checking Battery electrolyte level
209
Brake fluid206
Coolant205
Engine oil203
Oil level203
Windscreen washer fluid201
Children and safety177
Child safety Side airbag
179
Child safety lock37
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
179
Child seat Classification
179
ISOFIX180
on the front passenger seat178
TOP TETHER181
Use of ISOFIX child seats180
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
190
Cigarette lighter74
Cleaning182
Alcantara194
Artificial leather194
cloths194
Covers of electrically heated seats194
Headlight lenses191
Natural leather193
Plastic parts190
Wheels192
Climatronic Operarting elements
95
Recirculation93
Clothes hook79
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
75
Ashtray74
Cigarette lighter74
General view9
Lighting53
Practical equipment70
Storage compartments70
Comfort control window
43
COMING HOME51
Compartment for glasses77
Compartments70
Computer See multifunction display
25
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
46
convenience turn signal49
coolant warning light
16
warning reports16
Coolant204
Checking205
Replenishing206
Temperature gauge11
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
51
Correct seated position161
Driver162
Front passenger162
Rear seats162
Correct seating position Instructions
162
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I
Ice warning
24
Ignition119
Immobiliser119
Individual settings Locking
36
Unlocking36
Inertia reel167
Information messages see KESSY
38
Information system23
Compass point display25
Door warning25
Gear recommendation24
Ice warning24
MAXI DOT display28
Multifunction display25
Operation23
Service interval display30
Inserting the variable loading floor
88
Instrument cluster10
Counter for distance driven13
Display12
Fuel gauge12
Lighting53
Overview10
Revolutions counter11
Speedometer11
Temperature gauge11
Warning lights14
Instrument lighting53
Interior monitor40
Internet connection108
ISOFIX180
J
Jack
220
Jacking points Raise vehicle223
Jump-starting226, 227
K
KESSY Information messages
38
lock38
Lock / unlock the steering121
Starting the engine122
Switching off the engine123
Switching off the ignition123
Switching on the ignition122
unlock38
Key Locking
33
Starting the engine119
Stopping the engine120
Unlocking33
Knee airbag172
L
LEAVING HOME
51
Lever Main beam
49
Turn signal49
Levers Windscreen wipers
57
Licht COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
51
Light Cockpit
53
Fog lights with CORNER function51
Instruments53
Replacing bulbs238
Travel mode50
Lights47
Adaptive headlights (AFS)50
Automatic driving lamp control49
Daylight running48
Fog lights51
Hazard warning light system52
Headlight beam adjustment47
Headlight flasher49
Low beam47
Main beam49
Parking lights53
Rear fog light51
Side lights47
Switching on/off47
Tourist lights50
Turn signal49
Warning lights14
Lights on/off47
Loads244
Locking Individual settings
36
KESSY35
Key33
Remote control34
Vehicle key33
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside 36
Locking the door without a locking cylinder Emergency
233
Low beam47
Luggage compartment81
Cover85
Emergency unlocking233
Fastening elements82
Fastening with sliding hook84
Fixing nets83
Flexible storage compartment84
floor covering on both sides85
foldable hook83
Net partition86
removable light87
Storage compartments86
Unlocking the tailgate233
Variable loading floor88
Luggage compartment cover85
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Practical features70
Compartment for glasses77
Folding table in the middle seat backrest80
Folding table on front seat backrest80
Storage compartment in the front central con- sole
72
Storage compartments in the doors72
Storage net in the front centre console77
Waste container76
Practical Features Storage compartment on the dashboard
71
R
Radiator fan
201
Radio reception See windows
191
Radio remote control Auxiliary heating
99
Raise vehicle223
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
59
Fold in passenger mirror60
Rear-view mirrors Synchronous adjustment of the rear-view mirrors 59
Rear fog light
51
Warning light19
Rear head restraints in the centre
67
Rear interior light54
Rear mirror58
Interior mirror59
rear seats in the longitudinal direction
68
Rear seats67
Setting the tilt of the seat backrests68
Rear window - heater55
Recirculation93
Refuelling196
Fuel196
Remote control Locking34
Replacing the battery231
Synchronisation process34
Unlocking34
Remote control key Replacing the battery
231
Removable light Removing light
87
replace batteries of the lights232
Removable ski bag81
Removing the variable loading floor
88
Repairs and technical alterations184
Replace the battery in the auxiliary heating (auxiliary
heating) in the remote control
231
replace - batteries of the lights232
Replacing bulb for fog lights
241
Bulb for the licence plate light242
Bulb in rear light243
Fuses236
Fuses in the dash panel236
Fuses in the engine compartment237
Vehicle battery210
windscreen wiper blades235
Replacing windscreen wiper blades234
Replenishing Coolant
206
Engine oil204
Windscreen washer fluid201
reversing assistant orientation lines and monitored area
142
Revolutions counter11
Roof rack system90
Roof load90
Running-in the first 1500 km
129
Running inBrake pads130
Engine129
Tyres129
S
SAFE See Safe securing system
35
SAFELOCK See Safe securing system
35
Safe securing system35
Safety160
Child safety177
Child safety seats177
Correct seated position161
Head restraints66
ISOFIX180
TOP TETHER181
Safety belts rear middle seat
167
Saving electrical energy130
Seals Taking care of your vehicle
190
Seat belt warning light
15
Seat belts164
Belt tensioners168
Cleaning195
fastening and unfastening166
Height adjustment167
Seatbelts Inertia reels
167
Seat belts The physical principle of a head-on collision
165
Seat functions64
Seats Electric adjustment
62
Folding front passenger seat66
Front armrest65
Head restraints66
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