2014 SKODA YETI cooling

Table of Contents
On board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Owner's Manual
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
9
Seat belts
12
Using seat belts
12
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag overview
17
Deactivating airbags
21
Transporting children safely
23
Child seat
23
Fastening systems
26
Using the system
Cockpit
29
Overview
28
Instruments and Indicator Lights
30
Instrument cluster
30
Warning lights
34
Information system
42
Driver information system
42
Multifunction display (MFD)
44MAXI DOT display47Service interval display49
Unlocking and opening
51
Unlocking and locking
51
Anti-theft alarm system
56
Luggage compartment lid
57
Power windows
58
Mechanical windows
60
Panorama sliding/tilting roof
61
Lights and visibility
63
Lights
63
Interior lights
70
Visibility
71
Windscreen wipers and washers
72
Rear mirror
74
Seats and head restraints
77
Front seat
77
Front seat functions
80
Head restraints
82
Rear seats
83
Transporting and practical equipment
86
Useful equipment
86
Luggage compartment
96
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
102
Roof rack
103
Heating and air conditioning
104
Heating, ventilation, cooling
104
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
110
Communication and multimedia
113
General information
113
Universal telephone preinstallation (hands
free)
114
Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
116Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl118Wi-Fi122
Voice control
123
Multimedia
125
SmartGate
129
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
131
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
131
Start or stop the engine by pressing button
133
Brakes and parking
135
Manual gear changing and pedals
137
Automatic transmission
138
Running in and economical driving
140
Driving through water and driving off of
made-up roads
141
Assist systems
142
Braking and stabilisation systems
142
OFF ROAD-mode
144
Parking aid
146
Optical Parking Assistant (Rear view camera)
149
Park assist
150
Cruise Control System
154
START-STOP
155
Fatigue detection (break recommendation)
157
Tyre pressure monitoring
158
Hitch and trailer
159
Hitch
159
Trailer
163
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
166
Service work, adjustments and technical alterations
166
Washing vehicle
1692Table of Contents

Revolutions counterRead and observe
on page 30 first.
The tachometer
1
» Fig. 23 on page 30 shows the actual engine speed per
minute.
The beginning of the tachometer red scale range indicates the maximum per-
mitted speed for an engine that has been driven-in and has reached operating
temperature.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu-
tion counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti-
mum engine speed » page 43.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time -
there is a risk of engine damage!
Speedometer
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The speedometer
2
» Fig. 23 on page 30 displays the current speed.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/
h 1)
. The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls be-
low 120 km/h.
Coolant temperature gaugeFig. 24
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The display » Fig. 24 provides information on the engine coolant temperature.
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle
and high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the middle of the scale
A
» Fig. 24 . At very high ambient tempera-
tures or heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too
high. Further information » page 36.
CAUTION
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
31Instruments and Indicator Lights

 AlternatorRead and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
lights up when the engine is running but the vehicle bat-
tery is not charging.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If in addition to the symbol  the symbol  » page 36 lights up while driving,
 stop driving - risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assis-
tance from a specialist garage.
 Door open
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The indicator light 
illuminates if one or several doors are opened.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon
on the display » page 44 .
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
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 engine coolant! Owner's manual!
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant lev-
el » page 185 .
›
If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir » page 186.
If the indicator light 
does not illuminate after adding coolant and switching
on the ignition, you may continue your journey.
If the coolant is within the specified range and the warning icon is still
lit
after switching on the ignition, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling
fan.
›
Switch off the ignition.
› Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary
» page 216, Fuses in
the engine compartment .
If the coolant level and fan fuse are OK and the warning icon 
lights up again
after switching on the ignition, 
stop driving!
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNING■ Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cool-
ing 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 - risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
 Boot lid
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The indicator light 
illuminates if the boot lid is opened.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon
on the display » page 44 .
  Power steering / steering lock (system KESSY)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
Power steering
If the indicator light 
illuminates , this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces).
If the indicator light 
illuminates , this indicates a partial failure of the power
steering and the steering forces can be greater.
›
Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again.
The powered steering is fully functional again if the 
or 
warning light does
not illuminate after you switch the engine back on. 
36Using the system

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
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
is lit when there is less than 9 litres of remaining fuel.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Please refuel. Range: ... km
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the en-
gine and the exhaust system.
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short dis-
tance.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light 
lights up , there is a fault in the airbag system.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Airbag
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, in-
cluding when one of the airbags is switched off.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
› The indicator light

comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition has
been switched on;
› The warning light


in the display 


in the middle of the dash
panel lights up after switching on the ignition » page 22.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
› The warning

lights up for approx. 4 seconds after switching on the igni-
tion and then flashes again for approx. 12 seconds.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Airbag / belt tensioner deactivated.WARNINGWhen a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not
being triggered in the event of an accident. Therefore, this must be
checked immediately by a specialized company.
 Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light  is lit
If the warning light  comes on while driving, it means one of the tyres has
undergone a pressure change.
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
›
Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressures » page 191.
›
Correct the tyre pressure if necessary or replace the affected
wheel » page 200 or use the repair kit » page 203.
›
Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 158.
The warning light flashes for about 1 min. and remains lit
If the warning light  flashes for approximately 1 minute and stays on, there
may be a fault in the tyre pressure monitoring system.
›
Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again. 
40Using the system

WARNING (Continued)■Avoid abrupt and sudden driving/braking manoeuvres.■The permissible roof load, permissible axle loads and permissible total ve-
hicle weight must not be exceeded under any circumstances – risk of acci-
dent!
CAUTION
■ Only roof racks from the ŠKODA Original Accessories range should be used.■When dealing with roof rack systems, the installation instructions supplied
with the roof luggage rack system must be observed.■
On vehicles with a panoramic sunroof, make sure that the tilted panorama
roof does not strike any items which are transported.
■
Ensure that the boot lid does not hit the roof load when opened.
For the sake of the environment
The increased aerodynamic drag results in a higher fuel consumption.
Roof load
Read and observe
and on page 103 first.
The maximum permissible roof load (including roof rack system) of 100 kg and
the maximum permissible total weight of the vehicle should not be exceeded.
The full permissible roof load cannot be used if a roof rack system with a lower
load carrying capacity is used. In this case, the roof rack system must only be
loaded up to the maximum weight limit specified in the fitting instructions.
Heating and air conditioning
Heating, ventilation, cooling
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Air outlet vents
105
Air distribution control
106
Heating
107
Air conditioning (manual air conditioning)
107
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
108
Efficient handling of the cooling system
109
malfunctions
109
The heating and air conditioning ventilate and heat the vehicle interior. The air
conditioning system also cools and dehumidifies the vehicle interior.
The heating effect is dependent upon the coolant temperature, thus full heat
output only occurs when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
The cooling system only operates if the following conditions are met: The cooling system is switched on.
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is above approx. +2 °C.
The blower is switched on.
If the cooling system is switched on, the temperature and air humidity drops in
the vehicle. The cooling system prevents the windows from misting up during
the cold season of the year.
It is possible to briefly activate recirculated air mode to enhance the cooling
effect » page 106 .
WARNING■
For your own safety and that of other road users, ensure that all the win-
dows are free of ice, snow and misting.■
The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting up. 
104Using the system

WARNING (Continued)■Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.■
To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for
the use of the cooling system are to be observed. ■The difference between the indoor temperature and the outdoor air
temperature should not be greater than about 5 ° C.
■ The cooling system is to be turned off about 10 minutes before the end
of the journey.
■ Once a year, a disinfection of the air conditioner or the Climatronic is to
be carried out by a specialist company.
CAUTION
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or
leaves to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling Condensation from the evaporator of the air
conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is not a
leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Note
The used air streams out through the vents in the luggage compartment.
Air outlet vents
Fig. 109
Air vents at the front
Fig. 110
Air vents at the rear
Read and observe
and on page 104 first.
Warmed, not warmed fresh or cooled air will flow out of the opened air outlet vents according to the setting of the control dial and the outside atmospheric
conditions.
The direction of airflow can be adjusted using the air outlet vents 3,
4 » Fig. 109 and 6 » Fig. 110 - the outlets can be opened and closed individually.
Open the air outlet vents 3 and 4
›
Turn the knob
B
to the position 
» Fig. 109 .
Close air outlet vents 3 and 4
›
Turn the knob
B
to the 0 » Fig. 109 .
Open the air outlet vents 6
›
Turn the knob
C
between the end positions » Fig. 110.
Close air outlet vents 6
›
Turn the knob
C
to the end position » Fig. 110.
Change air flow of air outlet vents 3 and 4
›
To change the height of the air flow, swivel the horizontal fins with the mov-
able adjuster
A
upward or downward » Fig. 109.
›
To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
to the left or to the right.
Change air flow of air outlet vents 6
›
To change the height of the air flow, swivel the horizontal fins with the mov-
able adjuster
A
upward or downward » Fig. 110.
›
To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the
movable adjuster
A
to the left or to the right. 
105Heating and air conditioning

HeatingFig. 111
Heating Controls
Read and observe
and on page 104 first.
Individual functions can be switched on or off by turning the knob or pressing the respective button. If the function is switched on, the warning light lights
up.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 111
Setting temperature › 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Set the blower level (level 0: blower, level 4: the highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 105
› 
Air flow to the windows
› 
Air flow to the upper body
› 
Air flow in the footwell
› 
Airflow to the windows and into the footwell
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 71
Switching on / off aux. heater (parking heater) on / off » page 111
Switch recirculation on/off » page 106
ABCAir conditioning (manual air conditioning)Fig. 112
Controls of the air conditioning
Read and observe
and on page 104 first.
Individual functions can be switched on or off by turning the knob or pressing the respective button. If the function in the button illuminates the warning
light.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 112
Setting temperature › 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Set the blower level (level 0: Blowers, level 4: the highest blower speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 105
› 
Air flow to the windows
› 
Air flow to the upper body
› 
Air flow in the footwell
› 
Airflow to the windows and into the footwell
Switching the cooling system on/off
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 71
Switching on/off aux. heater (parking heater) on/off » page 111
Switch recirculation on/off » page 106
Operation of the seat heater on the front left seat » page 80
Operation of the seat heater on the front right seat » page 80
ABC107Heating and air conditioning

Note■The warning light in the button  lights after activation, even if not all of
the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met. By light-
ing up of the indicator light in the button, the operational readiness of the
cooling system is signalled.■
During operation of the air conditioning, an increase in engine idle speed may
occur under certain circumstances in order to ensure sufficient heating com-
fort.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Fig. 113
Controls the Climatronic
Read and observe
and on page 104 first.
The Climatronic in automatic mode ensures the best-possible setting of the
temperature of the outflowing air, the blower stage and air distribution.
The system also takes sunlight into account, which eliminates the need to al-
ter the settings manually.
Individual functions can be switched on or off by turning the knob or pressing
the respective button. If the function in the button illuminates the warning
light.
Functions of the individual controls » Fig. 113
Adjust the temperature for the left side or for both sides
› 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Interior temperature sensor
ABDepending on equipment fitted:
› 
Switching the windscreen heater on/off » page 71
› 
Switching on/off aux. heating (standard heating) on/off » page 111
Adjust the temperature for the right side › 
Lower temperature
› 
Increase temperature
Operation of the seat heater on the front left seat » page 80
Operation of the seat heater on the front right seat » page 80
Adjust the blower speed › + Increase speed
› - Reduce speed
Switch the intensive windscreen heater on/off
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
Air flow in the footwell Automatic recirculation, switch on or off » page 106
Switching the rear window heater on/off » page 71
Switching automatic mode on
Switching Climatronic system off »
Switching the cooling system on/off
Switch the temperature setting in Dual mode on/off
After the cooling system is switched off, only the ventilation function remains active whereby the minimum temperature that can be reached is the outside
temperature.
Setting temperature
The interior temperature for the left and right side can be set separately or to-
gether.
The temperature for both sides, is set by turning the knob
A
» Fig. 113 (the
indicator light in the button  is not illuminated).
The temperature for the right side is adjusted by turning the knob
D
(the in-
dicator light in the button  is lit).
The temperature for the left side is adjusted by turning the knob
A
(the indi-
cator light in the button  is lit).
The interior temperature can be set between +18 °C and +26 ℃. The interior
temperature is regulated automatically within this range. 
CD108Using the system