2014 SKODA YETI low beam

 Check engine electronics (petrol engine)39 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)39

Fuel reserve
40
 Airbag system
40
 Tyre pressure
40
 Windscreen washer fluid level
41


Turn-signal system
41
 Fog lights
41
 Cruise control system
41
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
41
 OFF ROADmode
41
 Main beam
41
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 light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
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
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 68. The warning triangle must be set up at the pre-
scribed distance - 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 180, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates 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
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The 
indicator light illuminates if the brake fluid level in the braking system is
too low or there is a fault in the ABS.
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 186 .
If the warning light  lights up together with the warning light
, there is a
problem with the ABS.
WARNING■ If the warning light  lights up together with the warning light
 » page 38 ,  Antilock brake system (ABS) ,  stop driving! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
 Seat belt warning light
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates as a reminder for the driver and front passen-
ger to fasten seat belts.
The indicator light 
goes off after the respective seat belt is fastened.
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.
The warning signal is switched of and the indicator light is 
permanently lit if
the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts within the
next 90 seconds.
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NoteIf 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.
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light 
illuminates , there is a fault in the ESC.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
If the warning light 
illuminates immediately after you start the engine, the
ESC might be switched off due to technical reasons.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
The ESC is fully functional again if the warning light 
no longer illuminates
after you switch the engine back on.
Further information » page 143, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
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.
 Traction control (ASR) switched off
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
lights up when the ASR is turned off by pressing the Sym-
bol key 
» page 143 , Traction Control System (TCS) or 
» page 143 , Elec-
tronic Stability Control (ESC) .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Traction control (ASR) is deactivated.
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light 
is lit , 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.
In the event of an ABS fault, the other braking and stabilization systems are
turned off » page 142 , Braking and stabilisation systems .
WARNING■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!■
If the warning light 
lights up together with the warning light
 » page 35 , 
stop driving! Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the rear fog light is switched on.
 Lamp failure
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The indicator light 
illuminates if a lamp is faulty .
The indicator light 
illuminates within a few seconds after switching on the
ignition or when a light with a faulty lamp is switched on .
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display. INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
38Using the system

If the warning light  flashes again after the engine has started, there is a
system error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The following reasons can explain the warning light 
being illuminated.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are mounted.
› A wheel has been changed.
Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 158.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light  can be delayed or does not light up at all.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light  comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not
go out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the
system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Windscreen washer fluid level
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light 
illumi-
nates .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Top up wash fluid!
Top up with liquid » page 182, Windscreen washer system .
  Turn-signal system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
Either the left 
or right 
warning light flashes depending on the position of
the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
 Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the fog lights are operating.
 Cruise control system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the cruise control is active » page 154.
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light 
illuminates , operate the brake pedal.
 OFF ROADmode
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
When the indicator light  is
lit, then the conditions for the engagement of
OFF ROAD mode are met » page 144 .
When the indicator 
flashes, it indicates the hill descent assistant is current-
ly engaged.
Further information » page 144, OFF ROAD-mode .
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher
is operated.
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›Press the button
 and hold down.
› The sun screen opens and closes again after around 10 seconds.
› Release the button.
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
The sliding / tilting roof can be operated by locking or unlocking using the keyor using the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor
A

--
» Fig. 35 on page 53 .
Closing
The sliding/tilting roof can be closed as follows.
›
Press and hold the symbol button  on the key.
›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.
›
In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor
B

» Fig. 35 on page 53 .
By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor
B
when using the
KESSY system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.
Tilting roof
›
Press and hold the symbol button  on the key.
WARNINGClose the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury! The force limiter does
not work when convenience closing is in operation.
Note
The sliding/tilting roof cannot be opened using the convenience operating fea-
ture.Lights and visibility
Lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the lights
64
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
65
Turn signal and main beam
65
Automatic driving lamp control
66
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
66
Fog lights
67
Fog lights with the CORNER function
67
Rear fog light
67
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
68
Hazard warning light system
68
Parking lights
69
Instrument lighting
69
Driving abroad
69
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 45 on page 64 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 172 , Headlight glasses .
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. 
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WARNING (Continued)■The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and
does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the lights and, if
necessary, to switch on the light depending on the prevailing light condi-
tions. 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 oth-
er 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 no influence on the life of the lighting system.
Operating the lights
Fig. 45
Light switch and control dial for
the headlight beam range regu-
lation
Read and observe on page 63 first.
Switching lights on and off
Depending on the equipment configuration, the light switch
A
» Fig. 45 can be
moved to the following positions.
Turn switch Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Automatic switching of lights on and off » page 66
Switching on the parking light or parking light » page 69
Switching on the low beam
Pull switch
Switching on the front fog lamp » page 67
Switching on the rear fog light » page 67
 Lights and visibility
Turn the dial B
» Fig. 45 from position
 to

to gradually adjust the headlight
range control and shorten the light cone.
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
We recommend you adjust the headlight beam when the low beam is switched
on.
Bi-Xenon headlights
The Bi-Xenon bulbs adapt automatically to the load and driving state of the
vehicle when the ignition is switched on and when driving. Vehicles that are
equipped with Bi-Xenon headlights do not have a manual headlight range ad-
justment control.
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to satisfy the following conditions.■The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
■ 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.■
If there is a fault in the light switch, the low beam comes on automatically.
64Using the system

Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)Read and observe
on page 63 first.
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
conditions are met.
The light switch is in the position 
or 
» Fig. 45 on page 64 .
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 ( » Fig. 46 on page 65 ) 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 switching on the
ignition.
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 switching on the
ignition.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, the function can be enabled or disabled in
the menu item Dayl. dri. light » page 47 , Settings .
WARNINGWhen the daytime running light is switched on, the side lights (neither at
the front or rear) and the number plate lights are not lit. Therefore always
switch on the low beam when the visibility is poor.Turn signal and main beamFig. 46
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Read and observe on page 63 first.
Lever positions » Fig. 46
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on high beam (spring-loaded position)
Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-loaded
position)
Main beam
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the high beam is
switched on.
Headlight flasher
The headlight flasher system can also be operated if the ignition is switched
off.
The warning light lights up in the instrument cluster when the headlight
flasher is switched on.
Flashing
When the left flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
When the right flashing light is switched on, the warning light  flashes in the
instrument cluster.
The turn signal light switches itself off automatically when driving around a
curve or after making a turn. 
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The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a bulb for the turn signal
light fails.
“Convenience turn signal”
If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or low-
er 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 47, Settings menu item.WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Automatic driving lamp control
Fig. 47
Light switch: AUTO position
Read and observe on page 63 first.
If the light switch is in position 
» Fig. 47 , the parking lights, low beam and
number plate lights are switched on or off automatically.
The light on / off switching is controlled by a sensor mounted under the wind- screen in the holder of the inside mirror or in the control panel.
If the light switch is in position 
, the lettering 
illuminates next to the
light switch. If the light is switched on automatically, the symbol 
next to the
light switch also lights up.
Automatic driving light control during rain
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following con-
ditions are met:
The light switch is in position 
» Fig. 47 .
Automatic wiping with rain - position 1
or wiping - position
2
or
3
is
turned on » page 73, Windscreen wipers and washers .
The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s.
The light turns off about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers.
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.
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
Read and observe
on page 63 first.
The AFS system makes sure the street remains lit up depending on the traffic
and weather situation.
The AFS 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 as long as the light switch is in position 
» page 66 .
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.
City mode
The light cone in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that it illuminates this and
the adjacent sidewalks, 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 re-
spond 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 re-
duce the glare from oncoming vehicles in rain. 
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The mode is active when the wipers operate continuously for longer than 2 mi-
nutes at a speed of 20 - 70 km / h. The mode is deactivated when the wind-
screen 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 47 , Settings 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 a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Note
When the “tourist light” mode is active, the warning light  flashes for 10 sec-
onds each time the ignition is switched on.
Fog lights
Fig. 48
Light switch: Turn on front and
rear fog light
Read and observe on page 63 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position 
or 
» Fig. 48 .
›
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 34.
Fog lights with the CORNER function
Read and observe
on page 63 first.
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
Read and observe
on page 63 first.
Switching on/off
›
Turn the light switch to position  or

» Fig. 48 on page 67 .
›
Pull the light switch to position
2
. 

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.
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