2016 SKODA YETI service indicator

Table of Contents
materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty
for new cars4
On-board literature
6
Notes
7
Structure of the Owner's Manual and further
information
8
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
10
General information
10
Correct and safe seated position
10
Seat belts
13
Using seat belts
13
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
15
Airbag system
16
Description of the airbag system
16
Airbag deactivation
19
Transporting children safely
21
Child seat
21
Fastening systems
24
Using the system
Cockpit
27
Overview
26
Instruments and Indicator Lights
28
Instrument cluster
28
Warning lights
31
Information system
38
Driver information system
38
Operation of the information system
40Multifunction display (MFD)41MAXI DOT display42
Service interval display
44
SmartGate
45
Unlocking and opening
47
Unlocking and locking
47
Anti-theft alarm system
51
Luggage compartment lid
52
Window operation
53
Panorama sliding/tilting roof
56
Lights and visibility
58
Lights
58
Interior lighting
62
Visibility
63
Windscreen wipers and washers
64
Rear view mirror
66
Seats and head restraints
68
Front seats
68
Rear seats
71
Headrests
73
Front seat heating
74
Useful features
75
Interior fittings
75
Tablet holder
84
Transport of cargo
86
Luggage Storage and Transport
86
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
91
Transportation on the roof rack
93
Heating and ventilation
93
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
93
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
97Driving
Starting-off and Driving100
Starting and stopping the engine
100
START-STOPsystem
102
Brakes and parking
103
Manual gear changing and pedals
105
Automatic transmission
106
Running in and economical driving
108
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
109
Assist systems
110
General information
110
Braking and stabilisation systems
110
OFF ROAD Mode
112
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
114
Reversing camera
116
Park Assist
118
Cruise Control System
121
Fatigue detection
122
Tyre pressure monitoring
123
Towing device and trailer
124
Hitch
124
Using the towing device
128
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
131
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
131
Service intervals
133
Cleaning and care
135
Inspecting and replenishing
139
Fuel
139
AdBlue ®
And its refilling
141
Engine compartment
142
Engine oil
144
Coolant
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WARNINGInformation about for side and head airbags■No objects (e.g. sun visors turned towards the windows) should be loca-
ted in the deployment area of the side and head airbags. No accessories
(e.g. cup holders etc.) should be fitted to the doors - There is a risk of an
injury!■
Hang only light clothing on the hooks in the vehicle, do not leave any
heavy or sharp objects in the pockets. Do not use hangers to hang up the
clothes.
■
The airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front
doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or
door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Additional infor-
mation » page 132 .
■
No excessive force, e.g. through blows, kicks etc. should be applied to the
seat backrests - there is a risk of damage to the side airbags. The side air-
bags would not be deployed in such a case!
■
Any seat or protective covers which you fit to the driver or front passen-
ger seats must only be of a type expressly authorised by ŠKODA AUTO. In
view of the fact that the airbag inflates out of the backrest of the seat, use
of non-approved seat or protective covers would considerably impair the
protective function of the side airbag.
■
Any damage to the original seat covers or stitching at the installation
points for the side airbags should be immediately repaired by a specialist
company.
WARNINGInformation on the use of the airbag system■Any work on the airbag system, including the installation and removal of
system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel), must only be carried out by a specialist garage. Additional informa-
tion » page 132 .■
No changes of any sort should be made to parts of the airbag system, the
front bumper or the bodywork.
■
Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-
sult in the airbag being deployed.
Airbag deactivation
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Deactivating airbags
19
Deactivating the front passenger airbag
20
Deactivating airbags
The front passenger airbag can be switched off with the key-operated switch
» Fig. 10 on page 20 -
 .
We recommend that you ask a ŠKODA service partner to deactivate any other
airbags.
An indicator light indicates that the airbag has been  deactivated
» page 36.
Deactivating an airbag should be considered in cases such as the ones below. ▶ If a child seat must be used on the front passenger seat, where the child is
transported facing towards the rear » page 21.
▶ If it is not possible to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm between the mid-
dle of the steering wheel and chest, despite the driver's seat being correctly
adjusted.
▶ If special attachments are required in the area of the steering wheel because
of a physical disability.
▶ If different seats have been fitted (e.g. orthopaedic seats without side air-
bags).
WARNINGIf an airbag is deactivated at the time of the vehicle being sold, the pur-
chaser must be informed!19Airbag system

Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
Fig. 17
Instrument cluster
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Rev counter
28
Coolant temperature gauge
29
Fuel gauge
29
Lighting of the instrument cluster
29
Auto Check Control
30
Engine revolutions counter » page 28
▶ with warning lights » page 31
Speedometer
▶ with warning lights » page 31
Operation key:
▶ Setting the time » page 39
▶ Switching the display for the second speedometer on/off 1)
» page 39
123▶
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval 1)
» page 44
▶ Show AdBlue range 1)
» page 39
Coolant temperature gauge » page 29
Display » page 38
Fuel gauge » page 29
Operation key: ▶ Reset counter for distance travelled (trip) » page 38
▶ Setting the time
▶ Enable / disable the mode selected using the3
button
Rev counter
The tachometer
1
» Fig. 17 on page 28 shows the actual engine speed per mi-
nute.
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 / S on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti-
mum engine speed » page 39.
CAUTION
The rev counter pointer may only move into the red area for a short time - oth-
erwise there is a risk of engine damage!45671)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
28Using the system

Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Display in the instrument cluster
38
Setting the time
39
Display of the second speedometer
39
Display of AdBlue range
39
Gear recommendation
39
Display in the instrument cluster
Fig. 21
Display types: MAXI DOT / segment display
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the information system uses the dis- play in the instrument cluster to provide the following information » Fig. 21.
Compass display 1)
Engaged gear / gear recommendation
Selector lever positions for the automatic gearbox
Warning lights of the START-STOP system
Time
Driving data (multi-function display - MFD)
Warning lights
Information messages
1234Door alarm
Service interval display
Outside temperature
Total distance travelled
Speed regulating system
Distance travelled by resetting the memory (trip)
Engaged gear / gear recommendation
Selector lever positions for the automatic gearbox
Driving data (multi-function display - MFD)
Distance travelled by resetting the memory (trip)
Total distance travelled / Second speedometer display
Speed regulating system
Service interval display
Information messages
Reset counter for distance travelled (trip)›
Press button
B
» Fig. 22 on page 39 .
Door, luggage compartment and bonnet alarm
When the door or luggage compartment / bonnet is open, a warning indicator appears in theMAXI DOT display. An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive
the vehicle above 6 km/h when a door is open.
Segment display - with the door or tailgate open, the warning light  or.
 illuminates in the instrument cluster. An acoustic signal will also sound if
you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a door is open.
CAUTION
remove the ignition key when touching the display,(. E.g. when cleaning) (As
regards vehicles with the KESSY system, switch off the ignition and open the
driver's door) - otherwise there is a risk of damage to the display.56789101)
Applies to vehicles with factory-installed navigation system.
38Using the system

Warning symbols on the vehicle batterySymbolMeaningAlways wear eye protection.Battery acid is severely caustic. Always wear gloves and eye pro-
tection.Keep fire, sparks, open flames and lit cigarettes well clear of the
vehicle battery.When charging the vehicle battery, a highly explosive gas mixture
is produced.Keep children away from the vehicle battery.WARNINGBattery acid is highly corrosive - There is a risk of injury, chemical burns or
poisoning! Corrosive vapours in the air irritate and damage the respiratory
tract and the eyes. The following guidelines must be observed.■
Always wear protective gloves, eye and skin protection when handling
the vehicle battery.
■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for a few minutes long with a lot of water.
Seek medical assistance without delay.
■
Keep the vehicle battery away from people who are not completely inde-
pendent (e.g. children).
■
Do not tilt the battery otherwise battery electrolyte may flow out of the
battery vent openings.
WARNINGWorking on the car battery may cause an explosion, fire, injury or chemical
burns! The following guidelines must be observed.■
Do not smoke, use open flames or light or transmitting devices.
■
A discharged vehicle battery may freeze slightly. Never charge up a fro-
zen or thawed vehicle battery. Replace a frozen vehicle battery.
■
Never use a damaged vehicle battery.
■
Do not connect the battery terminals, bridging the two poles will cause a
short circuit.
CAUTIONEnsure that battery acid does not come into contact with the bodywork –
There is a risk of damage to the paintwork.
Note
■ We recommend having all work on the vehicle battery carried out by a spe-
cialist garage.■
You should replace batteries older than 5 years.
Check condition
Fig. 164
Vehicle battery: Open the cover / acid level indicator
Read and observe
and on page 148 first.
The battery condition is checked regularly by a specialist garage as part of the
inspection service.
Check the acid level
For car batteries with acid level indicator, acidity can be checked on the basis
of a colour display. In vehicle batteries with the label “AGM” there is no acid
level examination.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle battery may be provided with a cov-
er, this can be opened in the direction of arrow » Fig. 164 -
 .
Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. Therefore, carefully knock
on the display » Fig. 164 -
 .
Black colour - electrolyte level is correct.
Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be replaced. 
148General Maintenance

Index
A
ABS Operation
110
Warning light34
Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
133
Accessories131
Adaptive headlight see xenon headlight
60
AdBlue141
Check level141
indicator light30
refill142
Adjusting Steering wheel
11
Adjusting seats manually68
Adjusting the seats10
Advice on tyre/wheel usage150
AFS Display messages
34
Warning light34
AHL see xenon headlight
60
Air-conditioning system Air outlet vents
96
Airbag
16
Adjustments and impairments to the airbag system
132
Deactivation19
Deployment17
Warning light36
Airbag system16
Air conditioning93
Air distribution control96
Climatronic94
Manual air conditioning94
Air distribution control96
Air outlet vents96
Alarm51
Trailer130
All-year tyres152
Alternator Warning light
32
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)110
Anti-theft alarm system51
Trailer130
Anti-theft wheel bolts157
Armrest Front
71
Ashtray78
Assist systems110
Auto Check Control30
Automatic drive Selector lever
106
Automatic driving light control60
Automatic gearbox Kickdown
108
Selector lever-emergency unlocking166
Selector lever lock107
Starting-off and driving108
Tiptronic107
Automatic shutdown of consumers147
Automatic transmission106
Selector lever lock107
AUX77
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventila- tion)
97
Avoiding damage to your vehicle109
B
Bar with sliding hook
88
Battery Changing batteries for the removable light
164
Changing in key164
Replace the battery in the remote control in the auxiliary heating
164
Belts13
Belt tensioners15
Bluetooth See Owner's Manual Infotainment
6
Bonnet Closing
143
Opening143
Boot Class N1 vehicles
91
See boot lid53
Boot lid Automatic locking
53
Open/Close53
Warning light32
Brake Assist (HBA)111
Brake booster103
Brake fluid147
Check147
specification147
Brake pads New
103
Brake pedal (automatic transmission) Warning light
37
Brakes Brake booster
103
Brake fluid147
Braking and stabilisation systems110
Handbrake104
Information on braking103
Warning lights32
Brake system110
Breakdown kit159
Breakdown service see Help in an emergency
8
Bulbs Replacing
170
Buttons in the door Electric window
54
184Index