2014 SKODA YETI Owner's Manual

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
30
Revolutions counter
31
Speedometer
31
Coolant temperature gauge
31
Display
32
Fuel gauge
32
Counter for distance driven
33

33
Display of the second speed
33
Auto Check Control
33
The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current
speed, engine speed, the state of some vehicle systems and the like.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in
the display.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.OverviewFig. 23
Instrument cluster
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Engine revolutions counter » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Speedometer » page 31
› with warning lights
» page 34
Button for display mode:
› Time settings
» page 33
› Enable/disable the display of the second speed 1)
» page 33
› Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
ing until the next service 1)
» page 49
Coolant temperature gauge » page 31
Display » page 32
Fuel gauge » page 32
Button for: › Reset counter for distance travelled (trip)
» page 33
› Setting the time
› Enable / disable the mode selected by means of the
3
key
12345671)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
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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.
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DisplayFig. 25
Display types
Read and observe on page 30 first.
Display types » Fig. 25
MAXI DOT display.
Segment display
The following information will be displayed.
› Distance travelled
» page 33
› Time
» page 33
› Information system data
» page 42
› Service interval display data
» page 49
CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when clean-
ing) to prevent any possible damage. On vehicles with the KESSY system,
switch off the ignition and open the driver's door.Fuel gaugeFig. 26
Fuel gauge
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The display » Fig. 26 provides information on the fuel supply in the container.
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres or 60 litres 1)
.
If the amount of fuel reaches the reserve area (the pointer reaches the red
scale range), the indicator symbol is illuminated 
» page 40 .
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
After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves,
braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates ap-
prox. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the fuel
gauge displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault.1)
Valid for Yeti 4x4.
32Using the system

Counter for distance drivenFig. 27
Display: MAXI DOT display / Seg-
ment Display
Read and observe on page 30 first.
Display » Fig. 27
Counter for distance travelled (trip)
Odometer
Counter for distance travelled (trip)
The daily trip counter shows the distance driven since the time the counter
was last reset - in steps of 0.1 km.
Reset counter for distance travelled (trip)
›
Press and hold the
7
» Fig. 23 on page 30 button.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance which the vehicle has been driven.
Note
If the second speed display is enabled on vehicles with a segment display, this
speed will be shown instead of the odometer.
Read and observe on page 30 first.
Use buttons
3
and
7
to set the clock » Fig. 23 on page 30 .
The choice to change the display (hours or minutes).
The change of the displayed value.
In vehicles equipped with the MAXI DOT display, it is also possible to set the
Time in the Time menu » page 47, Settings .
AB37Display of the second speed
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The display can show the current speed in mph 1)
.
This feature is provided for driving in countries with different speed units.
MAXI DOT display
The display of the second speed can be set in the Alt. speed dis. menu
item » page 47 , Settings .
Segment display
›
Press key
3
» Fig. 23 on page 30 repeatedly, until the odometer display
flashes » page 33 .
›
Press the
7
key while the display flashes.
The second speed is displayed instead of the odometer.
The display of the second speed can be disabled in the same way.
Auto Check Control
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions of vehicle systems are checked continuously when the igni- tion is switched on.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT
display. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the icons in the MAXI
DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 34,
Warning lights .
The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT
display whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu,
the first of the error messages is displayed.
Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.g. 1/3.
This indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is being dis-
played. 
1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
33Instruments and Indicator Lights

Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 37Check engine oil level
Engine oil sensor defective» page 184Problem with engine oil pressure» page 34Water in fuel filter (diesel engine).» page 34Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG
are too hot» page 34
 Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the  symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maxi-
mum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
 Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.
If too much water is present in the separator, the following information ap-
pears on the instrument cluster display.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display .
Water in fuel filter. Owner's manual!
The following message appears only in the segment display. FUEL FILTER SEE MANUAL
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
 Automatic DSG gearbox couplings too hot
A  symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the au-
tomatic gearbox DSG clutches is too high.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Gearbox overheating. Stop! Owner's manual!

Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait
until the  icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your
journey as soon as the symbol disappears.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 68. The warning triangle must be set up at
the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing
so.
Note
■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 42, Using the information
system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always in-
dicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue
to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
35
 Brake system
35
 Seat belt warning light
35
 Alternator
36
 Door open
36
 Coolant
36
 Boot lid
36
 
Power steering / steering lock (system KESSY)
36
 
Engine oil
37
 Traction Control System (ASR)
37
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
38
 Traction control (ASR) switched off
38
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
38
 Rear fog light
38
 Lamp failure
38
 Adaptive headlights (AFS)
39
 Exhaust inspection system
39
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
39

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 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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 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. 
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If the warning light  or  illuminates again, then immediately obtain help
from an authorised dealer.
Steering lock (KESSY system)
As long as the warning light 
is flashing , the steering lock cannot be re-
leased.
If the warning light 
flashes , a signal tone sounds, and the following mes-
sage appears in the MAXI DOT- display, Steering column lock: Workshop! ap-
pears the electrical steering lock is faulty. Seek assistance from a specialist ga-
rage immediately.
If the warning light 
flashes , a beep sounds and in the MAXI DOT display the
message Steering column lock faulty. appears, then the electric steering lock
is broken. Park the vehicle, stop driving
. After switching off the ignition, it is
then no longer possible to lock the steering, to activate the electrical compo-
nents (e.g. radio, navigation system), to switch on the ignition again and to
start the engine. Seek help from a specialist garage.
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.
  Engine oil
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light  flashes (low oil pressure)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Oil pressure: Engine off! Owner's manual!
› Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil lev-
el » page 184 .
If the warning light flashes,

do not drive any further , even if the oil level is
correct! Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The indicator light  lights up (oil quantity too low)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Check oil level!
›Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil lev-
el » page 184 .
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on
again after driving about 100 km.
The indicator light 
flashes (engine oil level sensor faulty)
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Oil sensor: Workshop!
If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the warning light 
flashes several
times and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
 Stop driving if for some reason it is not possible to top up the engine oil un-
der the current conditions. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
 Traction Control System (ASR)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light 
flashes to show that the ASR is currently operating.
If the warning light 
illuminates , there is a fault in the ASR.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: Traction control (ASR)
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
If the warning light 
illuminates immediately after you start the engine, the
ASR might be switched off due to technical reasons.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
The ASR is fully functional again if the  warning light
no longer illuminates
after you switch the engine back on.
Further information » page 143, Traction Control System (TCS) .
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