2013 SKODA YETI low beam

  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 .
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 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

 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!
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 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!
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 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

Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Side lights and low beam
47
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
48
Turn signal and main beam
49
Automatic driving lamp control
49
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
50
Fog lights
51
Fog lights with the CORNER function
51
Rear fog light
51
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
51
Hazard warning light system
52
Parking lights
53
Instrument lighting
53
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched on.
On models fitted with right-hand steering, the position of some of the controls
differs from that shown in » Fig. 25 on page 47. The symbols which mark the po-
sitions of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 191 , Headlight lenses .
WARNING■
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
WARNING (Continued)■ The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and does
not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if necessa-
ry, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions. The light
sensor cannot, for example, detect rain or snow. Under these conditions we
recommend switching on the low beam or fog lights!■
Never drive with only the side lights on! The side lights are not bright
enough to light up the road sufficiently in front of you or to be seen by other
oncoming traffic. Therefore always switch on the low beam when it is dark or
if visibility is poor.
Note
■ The headlights may mist up temporarily. When the driving lights are switched
on, the light outlet surfaces are free from mist after a short period, although the headlight lenses may still be misted up in the peripheral areas. This mist has noinfluence on the life of the lighting system.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.

Side lights and low beam
Fig. 25
Light switch and control dial for
the headlight beam range regu-
lation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Light switch positions
A
» Fig. 25 .
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)
Automatic switching lights on and off » page 49
Switch on the parking light or parking lights on both sides » page 53, Park-
ing lights 
47Lights and visibility

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.

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

Turn signal and main beamFig. 26
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Operating lever positions » Fig. 26 .
Switch on right 
turn signal
Switch on left 
turn signal
Switch on main beam 
(spring-tensioned position)
Switch on main beam or headlamp flasher (spring-loaded position) 
The parking light can also be controlled with the control lever » page 53.
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
When the high beam or headlight flasher is on, the warning light 
illuminates in
the instrument cluster.
Flashing
When the left or right turn signal is on, the warning light 
or 
flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The flashing light is turned on even before the upper and lower pressure point.
This is advantageous in certain driving manoeuvres. For example, when changing
lanes hold the control lever of each pressure point.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a curve
or after making a turn.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal light fails.
ABCD“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or lower
pressure point and release again.
The “Lane ch. flash” can be activated or deactivated via the Maxi DOT display in
the Lane ch. flash » page 29, Settings menu item.WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Note
The headlight flasher system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 27
Light switch: AUTO position
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 47.
If the light switch is in position 
» Fig. 27 , the parking lights, low beam and
number plate lights are switched on or off automatically.
The light is regulated based on data gathered by the sensor fitted in the holder of
the rear-view mirror below the windscreen.
If the light switch is in position 
, the symbol 
lights up next to the light
switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol 
next to the light
switch also lights up. 
49Lights and visibility

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.

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

The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following condi-tions are met:
The light switch is in the position  » Fig. 27 on page 49.
The visibility in the vehicle environment is reduced. The ignition is switched off.
The parking aid is activated.
The function switches on the following light, depending on the equipment fit- ted.
› Parking lights
› Low beam
› Entry lighting in the exterior mirrors
› Licence plate light
The light is controlled on the basis of information that is collected from the holder
mounted in the rear-view mirror sensor » page 49 .
COMING HOME
The light turns on automatically when you open the driver's door on (within 60
seconds of turning off the ignition).
The light turns off 10 seconds after closing all the doors and the boot lid or after
the pre-set time has expired.
If a door or the boot lid remains open, the light goes out after 60 seconds.
LEAVING HOME
The light turns on automatically after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control.
The light turns off after 10 seconds or after a pre-set time or after the vehicle is
locked.
If no door is opened, the vehicle is locked automatically after 30 seconds.
Activate/deactivate the function
The functions and settings of the illumination time can be activated/deactivated via the MAXI DOT display in the menu items Coming Home or Leaving
Home » page 29 .
CAUTION
■
Do not attach any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the
windscreen to avoid impairing the function or its reliability.■
If this function is activated constantly, the battery will be heavily discharged
particularly in short-haul traffic.
Hazard warning light systemFig. 29
Button for hazard warning light
system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 47.
Switching on/off
›
Press the button 
» Fig. 29 .
All the turn signal lights on the vehicle flash at the same time when the hazard
warning light system is switched on. The warning light for the turn signals and
the warning light in the button also flash at the same time. The hazard warning
light system can also be operated if the ignition is switched off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch on
automatically.
If the turn signal light is switched on when the hazard warning light and the igni- tion are both switched on, then only the turn signal light on the corresponding
vehicle side will flash.
WARNINGSwitch on the hazard warning light system if, for example, the following oc-
curs.■
You encounter a traffic congestion.
■
The vehicle has broken down.
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52Using the system