2014 SKODA YETI coolant temperature

The trailer and drawbar load information on the type plate of the towing de-
vice is merely a test value for the towing device. The vehicle-specific values
are detailed in the vehicle documents.WARNING■ Never exceed the maximum permissible axle and drawbar load or the per-
missible weight of the trailer - risk of accident!■
Sliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety
- risk of accident!
Towing a trailer
Driving speed
For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 80 km/h when towing a trailer.
Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the
trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by acceler-
ating.
Brakes
Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply
the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting
from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as
a brake.
Engine overheating
If the needle for the coolant temperature gauge moves into the right-hand
area or the red area of the scale, the speed must be reduced immediately.
Stop and switch off the engine if the indicator light  in the instrument cluster
starts to flash.
The following guidelines must be observed » page 36,
 Coolant
.
The coolant temperature can be reduced by switching on the heating.
WARNING■ Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer.■Adapt your speed to the conditions of the road surface and to the traffic
situation.CAUTIONIf you tow a trailer frequently, you should also have your vehicle inspected be-
tween service intervals.
Anti-theft alarm system
If the vehicle is locked, the alarm is activated when the electrical connection to
the trailer is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer is coupled or un-
coupled » page 56 .
Conditions for including a trailer in the anti-theft alarm system. The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and towing
device.
The trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle via the trailer
socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer is functional.
The vehicle is locked with the vehicle key and the anti-theft alarm system
is activated.
CAUTION
For technical reasons, trailers with rear LED lights cannot be connected to the
anti-theft alarm system.165Hitch and trailer

Engine compartment overviewFig. 159
Principle sketch: Engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 180 first.
Arrangement in the engine compartment » Fig. 159
Coolant expansion reservoir
185
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
182
Engine oil dipstick
184
Engine oil filler opening
184
Brake fluid reservoir
186
Battery (below a cover)
187
Note
The location of the inspection points in the engine compartment of petrol and
diesel engines is practically identical.
Radiator fan
Read and observe
and on page 180 first.
The radiator fan is powered by an electric motor. Operation is controlled ac-
cording to the temperature of the coolant.
ABCDEFWARNINGAfter switching off the ignition, the fan may intermittently continue to op-
erate for approx. 10 minutes.
Windscreen washer system
Fig. 160
Windscreen washer fluid reser-
voir
Read and observe and on page 180 first.
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir
A
is located in the engine compart-
ment » Fig. 160 .
The cleaning fluid is provided for the cleaning of the front and rear window as
well as the headlight.
The capacity of the reservoir is about 3 litres or about 5.5 litres on vehicles that
have a headlight cleaning system 1)
.
Clear water is not sufficient to intensively clean the windscreen and head-
lights. We recommend using clean water together with a screen cleaner from
the range of ŠKODA Original Accessories (with antifreeze in winter), which will
remove any stubborn dirt.
In Winter, the washing water should always be mixed with antifreeze even if
the vehicle has heated windscreen washer nozzles.
Under exceptional circumstances, methylated spirits can also be used if no
screen cleaner with antifreeze is available. The concentration of methylated
spirits must not be more than 15 %. The freeze protection at this concentration
is sufficient only to -5 °C. 
1)
In some countries, 5.5 ltr. applies for both variants.
182General Maintenance

CAUTION■If the above engine oils are not available, a different engine oil can be used in
an emergency. To prevent damage to the engine, a maximum of 0.5 litres only
of the following engine oils may be used: ■ For petrol engine models: ACEA A3/ACEA B4 or API SN, (API SM);
■ For diesel engine models: ACEA C3 or API CJ-4.
Checking the oil level
Fig. 161
Principle sketch: Dipstick
Read and observe
and on page 183 first.
The dipstick indicates the engine oil level .
Dipstick » Fig. 161
The oil level must be within this range.
The oil can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are satisfied. The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine operating temperature is reached.
The engine is turned off.
The bonnet is open.
Checking the level
›
Wait a few minutes until the engine oil flows back into the oil trough.
›
Pull out the dipstick.
›
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth and insert it again to the stop.
›
Pull the dipstick out again and check the oil level.
›
Re-insert the dipstick.
AThe engine consumes a little oil. The oil consumption may be as much as 0.5 l/
1 000 km depending on your style of driving and the conditions under which
you operate your vehicle. Consumption may be slightly higher than this during
the first 5 000 km.
The oil level must be checked at regular intervals.
In case of low oil level, the display of the instrument cluster shows a check
mark 
and the corresponding message » page 37. Check the oil level using
the dipstick as soon as possible. Add oil accordingly.
CAUTION
■ The oil level must never be above the A range » Fig. 161 – there is a risk of
damaging the exhaust system!■
 Stop driving if for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil
under the current conditions. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
■
If the oil level is above the range
A
, 
stop driving! Switch off the engine
and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 183 first.
›
Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening » Fig. 159 on page 182 .
›
Replenish the oil in portions of 0.5 litres in accordance with the correct speci-
fications » page 183 .
›
Check the oil level » page 184.
›
Screw the lid of the engine oil filler closed carefully.
›
Pull the dipstick out as far as the stop.
Coolant
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Checking the coolant level
185
Replenishing
186
The coolant provides cooling for the motor.
It consists of water and coolant additive with additives that protect the cooling
system against corrosion and prevents furring. 
184General Maintenance

Cleaning the interiorartificial leather175
Seat covers176
Cleaning the outside of the vehicle Decorative films
172
Cleaning the vehicle exterior Camera lens
173
Cavity protection173
Door locking cylinder173
Headlight glasses172
Towing hitch174
Under-body protection174
wheels173
Cleaning vehicle169
Cleaning vehicle exterior170
Plastic parts171
Rubber seals171
Vehicle paint work171
Wiper blades174
Clean interior Safety belt
176
clean outside of vehicle chrome parts
172
Climatronic air distribution control
106
Operarting elements108
Clothes hook94
Cockpit 12-Volt power outlet
90
Ashtray89
Cigarette lighter89
General view29
Lighting70
storage compartments86
useful equipment86
Comfort control window
60
COMING HOME68
compartments86
Components of the puncture repair kits204
Computer See multifunction display44
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
63
convenience turn signal66
Coolant184
Checking185
Replenishing186
Temperature gauge31
Warning light36
Warning messages36
Cooling system cost-effective use
109
malfunctions109
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
67
Cornering light Display messages
39
Correct seated position9
Driver9
Front passenger10
Rear seats11
Correct seating position Instructions
11
Counter for distance driven33
cruise control operation
154
operation description154
Cruise control system Warning light
41
Cruise Control System154
Cup holders88
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
65
Daylight running lights65
De-icing windows
172
De-icing the windscreen and rear window71
Deactivating an airbag21
Decorative films172
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
58
Diesel refer to Fuel
179
diesel - particulate filter
39
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
179
Diesel particulate filter warning light
39
Digital Clock Time
33
Dipstick184
Disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery
190
Display32
Coolant temperature31
Fuel supply32
Gear changes43
Service intervals49
Display a low temperature43
Display of the second speed33
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
169
Distance driven33
Door Child safety lock
55
Closing52
Emergency locking211
Emergency locking the driver's door211
Opening52
warning light door open36
Door open warning light
36
Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)144
233Index