2014 SKODA YETI weight

WARNING (Continued)■The transported items must be stowed in such a way that no objects are
able to slip forward on sudden driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of in-
jury!■
When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the rear seats forward, ensure the safety of the passen-
gers transported on the other rear seats » page 11, Correct seated position
for the passengers in the rear seats .
■
If the rear seat next to the folded forward seat is occupied, ensure maxi-
mum safety, e.g. by placing the goods to be transported in such a way that
the seat is prevented from folding back in case of a rear collision.
■
Do not drive with the luggage compartment lid fully opened or slightly
ajar otherwise exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk
of poisoning!
■
Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of
the vehicle – risk of accident!
■
Do not transport people in the boot!
CAUTION
■ Please ensure that the heating elements for the rear window heater are not
damaged as a result of abrasive objects.■
Tyre pressure must be adjusted to the load » page 191.
Fastening elements
Fig. 95
Fasteners: Version 1/version 2
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
Overview of the fasteners » Fig. 95
Lashing eyes for fastening items of luggage and fixing nets
Fastening elements only for fastening fixing nets
Mounting bar with integrated hooks only for fixing mounting networks.
CAUTION
The maximum permissible static load of the individual lashing eyes A is 3.5 kN
(350 kg).
Fixing nets
Fig. 96
Fastening examples for nets
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
Fastening examples for nets » Fig. 96
Horizontal pocket
Floor net
Vertical pocket
WARNINGDo not exceed the maximum permissible load of the fixing nets. Heavy ob-
jects are not secured sufficiently – risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ The maximum permissible load of the fixing nets is 1.5 kg.■Do not place any sharp objects in the nets – risk of net damage.ABCABC97Transporting and practical equipment

Removing›Grasp the storage compartment on the two upper corners.›
Press the upper corners inwards and release the storage compartment by
pulling upwards.
›
Remove the storage compartment by pulling towards you.
CAUTION
The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects with a maxi-
mum total weight of 8 kg.
Note
The flexible storage compartment cannot be installed on vehicles with the var-
iable loading floor » page 102.
Floor covering on both sides
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
You can fit a double-sided floor covering in the luggage compartment.
One side of the double-sided floor covering is made of fabric, the other side is
washable (easy to maintain).
The washable side is used to transport wet or dirty items.
Note
For easier turning of the covering, use the loop attached.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 100
Secure luggage compartment cover
Read and observe and on page 96 first.
The boot cover can be removed if you want to transport bulky goods.
Removing
›
Fold the seat backrests a little forward to make it easier to remove the lug-
gage compartment cover » page 83, inclination of the seat backrest .
›
Unhook the support straps
A
» Fig. 100 from the luggage compartment.
›
Place the cover in the horizontal position.
›
Pull the luggage compartment cover to the rear from the bolts
C
or pat on
the bottom of the cover in the area of the
C
bolts.
›
Fold the slackened front part of the boot cover over the head restraints of
the rear seats.
›
Slightly tilt the boot cover and remove it to the rear.
Fitting
›
Place the cover on the contact surfaces of the side trim panel.
›
Position the mounts on the cover
B
» Fig. 100 onto the side trim panel via
bolts
C
.
›
Interlock the cover by lightly knocking on the top side of the cover in the
area between the bolts.
›
Hook the support straps
A
onto the tailgate.
WARNINGDo not place objects on the boot cover, the vehicle occupants could be en-
dangered if there is sudden braking or a vehicle collision.
CAUTION
After removing the luggage compartment cover, store it in such a way that it
cannot be damaged or soiled.
Note
If the support straps A » Fig. 100 are attached to the boot, then the boot cov-
er will rise as well when the luggage compartment is opened.99Transporting and practical equipment

Net partitionFig. 101
Using the net partition behind the rear seats
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
The net partition can either be installed behind the rear seats or behind the front seats.
Install behind the rear seats
›
Remove the boot cover » page 99, Luggage compartment cover .
›
Remove the net partition from the bag.
›
Unfold both parts of the cross rod until they are heard to engage.
›
First insert the rod into the mount
B
» Fig. 101 on one side and push it for-
wards. In the same way, insert the cross rod into the mount
B
on the other
side of the vehicle.
›
Hang the carabines
C
at the ends of the strap into the lashing eyes behind
the rear seats.
›
Pull the belts through the tensioning clasp.
Remove from behind the rear seats
›
Undo the belts on both sides and unhook the carabiners
C
» Fig. 101 .
›
Push the cross rod first of all on the one side and then on the other side to-
wards the rear.
›
Remove the cross rod from the mounts
B
.
Merge
›
Press the red button on hinge
A
» Fig. 101 - the hinge breaks.
›
Put the net partition folded together in the bag and close it.
›Attach the bag with the aid of the plastic carabines to the eyes on the left
and right boot trim panel.
Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats with variable
loading floor is carried out in the same way as behind the rear seats without
variable loading floor. Use the lower fixing eyes on the carrier rails in order to
attach the carabines.
Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats is carried out
in the same way as behind the rear seats. Use the lower fixing eyes on the car-
rier rails in order to attach the carabines. To enlarge the boot, the rear seats
can be removed » page 84.
The opening D
» Fig. 101 in the net partition is designed to pass the three-
point seat belt » page 15 through.
Storage compartments
Fig. 102
Storage compartment on the left / right
Read and observe
and on page 96 first.
The cover for the storage compartment
A
» Fig. 102 can be removed, thus en-
larging the boot.
›
Grasp the top part of the cover
A
and carefully remove it in the direction of
the arrow.
CAUTION
■ The removable storage compartment A » Fig. 102 on the left side is suitable
for stowing small objects weighing up to 1.5 kg.■
The storage compartment
B
is designed for storing small objects of up to
0.5 kg. in weight in total.
100Using 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

Avoid full throttle and high speeds
Fuel consumption will be halved if only three-quarters of the possible top
speed of your vehicle is used.
Reducing idling
When the engine is switched off, such as when waiting in a traffic jam, the fuel economy is already greater after 30 - 40 s than the fuel quantity which is re-
quired for engine re-start.
Avoid short distances
When driving a short distance of less than about 4 km, the engine cannot
reach its operating temperature. As long as the engine has not reached oper-
ating temperature, the fuel consumption is significantly higher than with the
engine hot.
Pay attention to the correct tyre inflation pressure being maintained
Further information » page 191.
Avoid unnecessary ballast
Per 100 kg of weight, consumption increases by about 1 l/100 km. At a speed of
100 - 120 km/h, a vehicle fitted with a roof rack cross member without a load
will use about 10 % more fuel than normal due to the increased aerodynamic
drag.
Saving electricity
Electrical consumers (e.g. seat heating, air conditioning and the like) only turn
on for as long as necessary.
Driving through water and driving off of made-up roads
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Driving through water
141
Driving off paved roads
142WARNINGImmediately after driving through water, mud, slush and the like, braking
effectiveness will be temporarily impaired » page 135, Information on brak-
ing . For this reason, sudden and violent braking manoeuvres are to be
avoided - there is a risk of accident!Driving through waterFig. 132
Maximum permissible water lev-
el when driving through water
Read and observe on page 141 first.
The following must be observed to avoid damage to the vehicle when driving through bodies of water (e.g. flooded roads).
›
Therefore determine the depth of the water before driving through bodies of
water.
The water level must not reach above the web of the lower beam » Fig. 132.
›
Do not drive any faster than at a walking speed.
At a higher speed, a water wave can form in front of the vehicle which can
cause water to penetrate into the air induction system of the engine or into
other parts of the vehicle.
›
Never stop in the water, do not reverse and do not switch the engine off.
CAUTION
■ Should water penetrate into the intake system of the engine, there is a
threat of serious damage being incurred by the engine parts!■
When driving through water, some vehicle parts such as chassis, electrics or
transmission can be severely damaged.
■
Oncoming vehicles can generate water waves which can exceed the permis-
sible water level for your vehicle.
■
Potholes, mud or rocks can be hidden under the water, making it difficult or
impossible to drive through the body of water.
■
Do not drive through salt water, as the salt can cause corrosion. An vehicle
coming into contact with salt water is to be thoroughly rinsed with fresh wa-
ter.
141Starting-off and Driving

Hitch and trailer
Hitch
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
159
Adjusting the ready position
160
Correctly set ready position
160
Installing the ball rod
161
Check proper fitting
161
Removing the ball rod
162
Accessories
163
The maximum trailer drawbar load is 80 kg/h.
On vehicles with four-wheel drive and the 2.0 l / 103 kW TDI CR or 2.0 L / 125
kW TDI CR engine, the maximum trailer nose weight is 85 kg .
WARNING■
Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting
recess before the start of every journey.■
Do not use the ball head, if it is not correctly inserted into the mounting
recess and secured.
■
Do not use the towing equipment if it is damaged or incomplete.
■
Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way.
■
Never release the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled.
■
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.
Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
CAUTION
■ Take care with the ball bar - risk of paint damage to the bumper.■Always attach the cap to the receiving shaft when the ball bar is removed -
risk of receiving-shaft contamination.
Note
■ Operation and maintenance of towing equipment » page 174.■The towing vehicle by means of the detachable ball rod » page 209.DescriptionFig. 147
Carrier for the towing device/tow bar
Read and observe
and on page 159 first.
The ball head can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel well or in a com-
partment for the spare wheel in the luggage compartment.
Support for the Towing hitch and tow bar » Fig. 147
13-pin power socket
Mounting recess
Safety eyelet
Cover for the mounting recess
Dust cap
Locking ball
Green marking on the handwheel
Handwheel
Key
Lock cap
Red marking on the handwheel
Green box on the tow bar
Tow ball
Note
On the bottom of the key is a code number. If you lose a key, please contact a
specialist garage, who will be able to use this code number to provide you with
a new one.12345678910111213159Hitch and trailer

AccessoriesFig. 155
Illustration of the maximum per-
missible projection of the ball
head of the towing hitch and the
permissible total weight of the
accessories including the load
depending on the load center of
gravity.
Read and observe and on page 159 first.
An accessories can mounted on the ball head of the towing hitch (e.g. bike car-
riers).
If this accessory is used, the maximum permissible overhang of the ball head
of the towing hitch and the permissible gross vehicle weight of the accesso-
ries including load are to be checked.
The maximum permissible overhang of the ball head of the towing hitch is 70
cm » Fig. 155 .
The total permitted weight of the accessories including load changes varies
as the distance of the centre of gravity of the load from the ball head of the
towing hitch increases.
Distance of the centre of gravity of the load from the ball headPermissible total weight of the ac- cessories, including load0 cm80 kg / 85 kg a)30 cm75 kg60 cm35 kg70 cm0 kga)
Applies to 4x4 vehicles with the 2.0 l / 103 kW TDI CR and 2.0 L / 125 kW TDI CR engine.
WARNING■
Never exceed the permissible gross weight of the accessories including
load - risk of damaging the ball head of the towing hitch.■
Never exceed the permissible overhang of the ball head of the towing
hitch - risk of damaging the ball head of the towing hitch.
NoteWe recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Trailer
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Coupling / uncoupling trainer
163
Loading a trailer
164
Towing a trailer
165
Anti-theft alarm system
165
If your vehicle has already been factory-fitted with a towing device or is fitted
with a towing device from ŠKODA Original Accessories, then it meets all of the
technical requirements and national legal regulations for towing a trailer.
Note
If there is an error in the trailer lighting, check the fuses in the fuse box in the
dash panel » page 214.
Coupling / uncoupling trainer
Fig. 156
Swivel out the 13-pin power
socket, safety eyelet
Coupling
›
Fit the ball bar.
›
Swing the 13-pin socket in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 156 .
›
Lift off protective cap
5
» Fig. 147 on page 159 .
›
Place the trailer onto the ball.
›
Plug the trailer cable into the 13-pin socket
A
» Fig. 156 . 
163Hitch and trailer

If the trailer that is to be towed has a 7-pin connector, you can use a suitable
adapter from ŠKODA Original Accessories to establish a connection to the elec-
tricity.›
Hook the breakaway cable of the trailer onto the safety eyelet
B
.
The breakaway cable of the trailer has to sag when mounted into the security
lock slot for all trailer positions relative to the vehicle (sharp curves, reverse
driving and the like.)
Uncoupling
›
Unhook the breakaway cable of the trailer from the safety eyelet
B
» Fig. 156 .
›
Unplug the trailer cable from the 13-pin socket.
›
Remove the trailer from the ball head.
›
Place the cap
5
» Fig. 147 on page 159 onto the ball head.
›
Grip the 13-pin socket at point
A
and swing in the opposite direction to the
arrow » Fig. 156 .
Exterior mirrors
You have to have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see
the traffic behind the trailer with the standard rear-view mirrors. The national
legal requirements must be observed.
Headlights
The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer is being towed and the head-
lights may dazzle other road users.
Adjust the headlights using the headlight beam control » page 64,
 Lights
and visibility 1)
.
WARNING■ Incorrect or improperly connected electrical installation can cause acci-
dents and serious injury due to electric shock.■
Work on the electrical system must only be carried out by specialist ga-
rages.
■
Never directly connect the trailer's electrical system with the electrical
connections for the tail lights or other current sources.
■
After coupling the trailer and connecting up the power socket, check the
rear lights on the trailer to ensure they are working.
WARNING (Continued)■ The handbrake on the towing vehicle must be applied when coupling and
uncoupling the trailer.■
Never use the safety eyelet for towing!
CAUTION
Incorrect or improperly connected electrical installations may cause malfunc-
tion of the entire vehicle electronics.
Loading a trailer
The vehicle/trailer combination must be balanced, whereby the maximum per-
missible drawbar load must be utilised. If the drawbar load is too low, it jeop-
ardises the performance of the vehicle/trailer combination.
Distribution of the load
Distribute the load in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the axle as possible. Secure the items from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot avoid driving
with this combination.
Tyre pressure
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on your vehicle for a “full load” » page 191.
Towing capacity and trailer weight
The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstan-
ces » page 222 , Technical data .
The details given in the vehicle's technical documentation always take prece-
dence over the details in the Owner's Manual.
The trailer loads specified apply only to altitudes up to 1 000 metres above
mean sea level.
The engine output falls as altitude increases, as does the vehicle's climbing
power. Therefore, for every additional 1000 m in height (or part), the maximum
permissible towed weight must be reduced by 10%.
The towed weight is made up of the actual weights of the loaded towing vehi-
cle and the loaded trailer. 
1)
Applies to vehicles with bi-xenon headlights.
164Driving