2015 SKODA YETI service

Table of Contents
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
8
Seat belts
11
Using seat belts
11
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
14
Airbag system
15
Description of the airbag system
15
Airbag overview
16
Deactivating airbags
19
Transporting children safely
21
Child seat
21
Fastening systems
23
Using the system
Cockpit
27
Overview
26
Instruments and Indicator Lights
28
Instrument cluster
28
Warning lights
32
Information system
39
Driver information system
39
Multifunction display (MFD)
41
MAXI DOT display
43Service interval display48SmartGate49
Unlocking and opening
52
Unlocking and locking
52
Anti-theft alarm system
56
Luggage compartment lid
57
Window operations
58
Panorama sliding/tilting roof
61
Lights and visibility
64
Lights
64
Interior lights
69
Visibility
70
Windscreen wipers and washers
71
Rear mirror
73
Seats and head restraints
75
Front seat
75
Front seat functions
78
Head restraints
79
Rear seats
80
Transporting and practical equipment
83
Useful equipment
83
Multimedia holder
95
Luggage compartment and transport of
cargo
96
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
102
Roof rack
103
Heating and ventilation
104
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
104
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
109Driving
Starting-off and Driving113
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
113
Starting and stopping the engine at the push
of the button
115
START-STOPsystem
117
Brakes and parking
119
Manual gear changing and pedals
121
Automatic transmission
122
Running-in and economical driving
124
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
125
Assist systems
127
General information
127
Braking and stabilisation systems
127
OFF ROAD-mode
129
Parking assistance (ParkPilot)
131
Rear View Camera
133
Park Assist
135
Speed control system
138
Fatigue detection
139
Tyre pressure monitoring
140
Hitch and trailer
141
Hitch
141
Trailer
146
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
149
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
149
Washing vehicle
152
Cleaning vehicle exterior
153
Interior care
1572Table of Contents

Board literature
You will always find this Owner's Manual and the Service Plan included in the
on-board literature for your vehicle.
Depending on your vehicle equipment, the on-board literature may also in-
clude the Radio instruction manual , the Infotainment system manual and in
some countries also the On the road brochure.
Owner´s Manual
These Owner´s Manual apply to all body variants of the vehicle and all related
model versions as well as all equipment levels .
This owner's manual describes all possible equipment variants without identi-
fying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equip-
ment. Consequently, this vehicle does not contain all of the equipment com-
ponents described in this Owner's Manual.
The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the
vehicle. For any questions regarding the scope of equipment, please contact a
ŠKODA Partner.
The Pictures in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. The illustrations
can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended to provide
general information.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. pursues a policy of ongoing product and model development
with all vehicles. Changes in terms of supply scope are possible at any time
with regard to design, equipment and technology. The information listed in
this operating manual corresponds to the information available at the time of
going to press.
Therefore legal claims cannot be made based on the technical data, illustra-
tions and information contained in this Owner's Manual.
We recommend that web pages that are referred to in this Owner's Manual are
displayed using the classic view. Not all necessary information may be dis-
played correctly if the mobile view is chosen.
Service schedule
The service schedule includes the documentation of the vehicle handover,
warranty information and service events.
The radio instruction manual
The radio instruction manual describes the operation of the radio, and in some
cases various functions and vehicle systems.Infotainment Owner´s Manual
The Infotainment manual contains a description of the Infotainment service
and possibly also some functions and vehicle systems.
On-the-road brochure
The On-the-road brochure contains the importer's customer service number
and the service number in the individual countries as well as the emergency
numbers.
Online user manualsFig. 1
Using this QR code, the web page with a model overview of the ŠKODA brand
is opened.
The page can also be accessed by entering the following address in the web
browser.
http://www.skoda-auto.com/en/mini-apps/owners-manuals/
▶ Select the desired model - a menu for the user manuals is displayed.
▶ Select the construction period as well as the language.
▶ Select the desired manual - it can be displayed either online or in pdf format.
4Board literature

Notes
Terms used
The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service
work for your vehicle. - Workshop - a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks
for ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Serv-
ice Partner, or an independent workshop.
- a workshop that has been contractually authorized
by the manufacturer or its sales partner to perform service tasks on
ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- a company that has been authorized by the manufacturer
or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
Explanation of symbols
An overview of the symbols used in the instruction manual and a brief explan-
ation of their meaning.Reference to the introductory module of a chapter with important infor-
mation and safety warningsContinuation of the module on the next pageSituations in which the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possible®TrademarkTelephone operation in the MAXI DOT displayText display in the segment displayWARNINGTexts with this symbol draw attention to threats of a serious accident, in-
jury or loss of life .
CAUTION
Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible
inoperability of some systems.
For the sake of the environment
Texts with this symbol contain information on environmental protection as
well as tips for economical operation.“Specialist”“ŠKODA service partner”“ŠKODA partner”NoteTexts with this symbol contain additional information.5Notes

The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated switch
» Fig. 14 on page 20 -  .
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA service partner to deactivate any other
airbags.
Deactivation indicator
Display of the airbag deactivation » page 37, 
Airbag system .
Note
A ŠKODA service partner will be able to inform you which, if any, of your vehi-
cle's airbags can or must be deactivated.
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
Fig. 14
Key-operated switch for the front passenger airbag / warning
light for front passenger airbag
Only the front passenger airbag is deactivated with the key switch.
Key switch positions » Fig. 14 -

Passenger front airbag deactivated
Passenger front airbag activated
Switch off
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch » Fig. 14 -
 carefully into the
position OFF.
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›Check that the warning light
  under the text    » Fig. 14 - 
lights up after the ignition is switched on.
Switching on›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Open the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Fold the key bit out completely for the radio key » .
›
Carefully insert the key into the key slot in the key switch as far as the stop.
›
Use the key to turn the slot of the key switch » Fig. 14 - 
carefully into the
position ON.
›
Pull the key out of the slot in the key switch » .
›
Close the storage box on the front passenger's side.
›
Check that the warning light

 under the text



» Fig. 14 -

lights up after the ignition is switched on.
The 
 warning light goes out 65 seconds after the key switch status has
changed or after the ignition is switched on.
WARNING■ The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switch-
ed off.■
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag.
■
If the 



warning lights flash, the front passenger airbag will not
be deployed in the event of an accident! Have the airbag system checked
by a specialist garage immediately.
■
Do not leave the key inserted in the key-operated switch while driving -
vibrations can cause the key to turn in the slot and switch on the airbag!
The airbag can be triggered unexpectedly in an accident - it may result in
injury or death!
CAUTION
An insufficiently folded out key bit can damage the key switch!20Safety

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
28
Revolutions counter
29
Coolant temperature gauge
29
Display
29
Fuel gauge
30
Counter for distance driven
30
Setting the time
30
Display of the second speedometer
31
Auto Check Control
31
The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current
speed, engine speed, the state of some vehicle systems and the like.
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. 22
Instrument cluster
Read and observe
on page 28 first.
Engine revolutions counter » page 29
▶ with warning lights » page 32
Speedometer
▶ with warning lights » page 32
Button for display mode:
▶ Time settings » page 30
▶ Switching the display for the second speedometer on/off 1)
» page 31
▶ Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
ing until the next service 1)
» page 48
Coolant temperature gauge » page 29
Display » page 29
Fuel gauge » page 30
Button for: ▶ Reset counter for distance travelled (trip) » page 30
▶ 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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 Fog lightsRead and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the fog lights are switched on.
 Cruise control system
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the vehicle speed is regulated by the cruise control.
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – apply the brake.
 OFF ROADmode
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the conditions for the engagement of OFF ROADmode are met.
 flashes – the hill descent assistant is engaged at the moment.
For more information about OFF ROAD mode » page 129, OFF ROAD-mode .
 Main beam
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the main beam or the headlight flasher is switched on.
Information system
Driver information system

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Display a low temperature
39
Door, boot or engine compartment warning
40
Overspeed warning at 120 km/h
40
Gear recommendation
40
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the information system vie the display
of the instrument cluster provides the following information.
▶ Data relating to the multi-function display (MFD) » page 41.
▶ Data relating to the Maxi DOT display » page 43.
▶ Service interval display » page 48.
▶ Auto Check Control » page 31.
▶ Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox » page 122.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Display a low temperature
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
If the outside temperature drops below +4 °C while driving, the warning light 
(low temperature warning) illuminates and an audible signal sounds.
If the outside temperature is below +4 °C when the ignition is switched on, the
following warning light appears in the display .
WARNINGEven at temperatures of around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road
surface! You should therefore not only rely on the outside temperature dis- play for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road.39Information system

Door, boot or engine compartment warningRead and observe
on page 39 first.
Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display
If at least one door, the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates the rele-
vant open door, boot or bonnet vehicle icon.
Vehicles with a segment display
If at least one door or the boot lid is open, the 
warning light in the instru-
ment cluster lights up » page 33.
If the boot lid is open, the 
warning light in the instrument cluster lights up
» page 34 .
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a
door is open.
Overspeed warning at 120 km/h
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
This function only applies to certain countries.
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120
km/h. The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls
below 120 km/h.
Gear recommendationFig. 27
Information on the selected gear / Gear recommendation
Read and observe
on page 39 first.
A suitable gear is engaged, if necessary, a recommendation to shift to high or
lower gear is displayed.
A suitably engaged gear helps to reduce the fuel consumption and assist the
service life and reliability of the engine.
For vehicles with automatic transmission the recommended gear will be
shown provided the mode for manual switching (Tiptronic) is selected.
Recommended gear
MAXI DOT display
Optimal gear engaged
Recommended gear
Segment display Optimal gear engaged
Recommended gear
Gear recommendation - MAXI DOT display
Besides showing the engaged gear, the arrow icon  and the recommended
gear are displayed.
For instance, if 

 appears in this display, this means it is recommended that
you shift from 3rd into 4th gear. 
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Assistants
Adjustment of the sound in the parking aid.
Further information » page 131, Parking assistance (ParkPilot) .
Alt. speed dis.
Turn on / off the display of the second speedometer in mph 1)
.
Further information » page 31, Display of the second speedometer .
Service
Display of the distance and the days until the next service appointment.
Further information » page 48, Service interval display .
Factory setting
Reset to factory settings of the display functions.
Compass point display
Read and observe
on page 44 first.
Applies to vehicles with factory-installed navigation system.
In the display when the ignition is on an abbreviation for the corresponding di-
rection (in relation to the current direction of travel) are displayed.
Service interval display
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Prompt in the MAXI DOT display
48
Prompt in the segment display
48
Resetting the service interval display
49
The service interval display shows the time and mileage to the next service
event.
The service due date is automatically displayed on the display and this infor-
mation can be displayed manually if necessary.
The information regarding the service intervals can be found in the service
schedule.
Prompt in the MAXI DOT display
Oil change service
If an oil change service is due, the following message appears Oil service in … kmor … days.
As soon as the service interval date has been reached, the message
Oil servicenow!
appears once the ignition has been switched on!
Inspection
If an inspection is due, the following message appears:
Inspection in … km or …days.
As soon as the service interval date has been reached, the message
Inspectionnow!
appears once the ignition has been switched on!
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
You can view the remaining distance and days until the next service appoint- ment at any time when the ignition is switched on by going to the
Service
menu
item » page 47 , Menu item
Settings
or from the
Vehicle status
in the main menu of
the Maxi DOTdisplay. » page 44, Main menu .
The following message is displayed for 10 seconds.
Oil service … km / … daysInspection … km / … days
Prompt in the segment display
Fig. 32
Segment display: Example of a
message 
1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speedometer is displayed in km/h.
48Using the system