Instrument lights SKODA YETI 2015 1.G / 5L Owner's Manual

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
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The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.
▶ Front side airbag on the side of the accident.
▶ Rear side airbag on the side of the accident.
▶ Head airbags on the side of the accident.
When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur. ▶ The interior light comes on (if the automatic operation of the interior light is
switched on - switch 
).
▶ The hazard warning lights are switched on.
▶ All doors are unlocked.
▶ The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
When there is no air bag deployment?
With minor frontal and side collisions, rear collision, overturning of the vehicle
or vehicle roll-over there is no airbag deployment.
Airbag overview
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front airbags
16
Driver’s knee airbag
17
Side airbags
18
Head airbags
19
Front airbags
Fig. 8
Locations of the airbags / gas filled airbags
Fig. 9
Safe distance to steering wheel
In the event of a severe frontal collision, the front airbags offer additional pro-
tection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
The driver's front airbag is located in the steering wheel, the front passenger airbag is located in the instrument panel above the glove compartment » Fig. 8
-  .
The airbags inflate in front of the driver and front passenger when they are
deployed » Fig. 8 -
 . The forward movement of the driver and of the front
passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag
and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.
WARNINGInformation on correct seating position■It is important that the driver and front passenger maintain a distance of
at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or dashboard A
» Fig. 9 . Not maintain-
ing this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able
to properly protect you - hazard! The front seats and the head restraints
must always also be correctly adjusted to match the body size of the occu-
pant.
■
The airbag develops enormous forces when triggered, which can lead to
injuries if the sitting position or seated position is not correct.
■
There must not by any further persons, animals or objects positioned be-
tween the front seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag. 
16Safety

Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewDoor opening lever
55
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
74
Parking ticket holder
84
Air outlet vents
108
Operating lever:
▶ Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
65
▶ Speed regulating system
138
Steering wheel:
▶ With horn
▶ With driver’s front airbag
16
▶with push-buttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights
28
Operating lever:
▶ Windscreen wiper and wash system
71
▶Multifunction display
41
▶Information system
39
Air outlet vents
108
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
20
Switch for hazard warning lights
68
Storage compartment on the dash panel
84
Interior rear-view mirror
73
Depending on specification:
▶ Radio
▶ Infotainment
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
91
Front passenger airbag
16
Air outlet vents
108
Power window in the front passenger door
60
Door opening lever
55
Electric windows
591234567891011121314151617181920Fuse box (on side of dash panel)197
Light switch
64
Bonnet release lever
166
Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head-
light beam range adjustment
70, 64
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
9
Ignition lock
114
Pedals
121
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
▶  START STOP
117
▶
 Traction control TCS
128
▶
 Electronic Stability Control ESC
127
▶
 Parking aid
131
▶
 OFF ROAD-mode
129
▶
 Tyre pressure control indicator
140
▶
 Park Assist
135
Handbrake lever
120
Central locking system
54
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
121
▶Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
122
Storage compartment
85
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Operating controls for the heating
105
▶Operating controls for the air conditioning system
105
▶Operating controls for Climatronic
106
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
20
Note
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 21. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.212223242526272829303132333427Cockpit

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.
28Using the system

Revolutions counterRead and observe
on page 28 first.
The tachometer
1
» Fig. 22 on page 28 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 40.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time -
there is a risk of engine damage!
Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 23
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 28 first.
The display » Fig. 23 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. 23 .
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too
high.
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.
Display
Fig. 24
Display types
Read and observe on page 28 first.
Display types » Fig. 24
MAXI DOT display
Segment display
The following information will be displayed.
▶ Distance travelled » page 30
▶ Time » page 30
▶ Information system data » page 39
▶ Warning lights » page 31, Auto Check Control
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.29Instruments and Indicator Lights

Display of the second speedometerRead and observe
on page 28 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 speedometer can be set in the
Alt. speed dis.
menu
item » page 47 , Menu item
Settings
.
Segment display
›
Press key
3
» Fig. 22 on page 28 repeatedly, until the odometer display
flashes » page 30 .
›
Press the
7
key while the display flashes.
The second speedometer is displayed instead of the odometer.
The display of the second speedometer is switched off in the same manner as
it is switched on.
Auto Check Control
Read and observe
on page 28 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 warning lights in
the MAXI DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster
» page 32 , Warning lights .
The menu item
Vehicle status
is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT dis-
play 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.
Warning lights in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 34Check engine oil level
Engine oil sensor defective» page 169Engine-speed limitation» page 31Water in fuel filter (diesel engine).» page 31Automatic gearbox DSG overheated» page 31AdBlue ®
level too low» page 31
 Engine-speed limitation
The information about the maximum permissible engine speed is displayed to-
gether with this warning light.
Do not exceed the indicated maximum engine speed!
Have the vehicle checked by a specialist garage.
 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.

 Water in fuel filter. Owner´s manual!FUEL FILTER SEE MANUAL
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Automatic gearbox DSG overheated
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner´s manual!
▶

Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
You can continue your journey as soon as the warning light disappears.
 AdBlue ®
level too low
The warning light  is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay. 
1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speedometer is displayed in km/h.
31Instruments and Indicator Lights


AdBlue (DEF) refill! Range: ...ADBLUE RANGE …
The range in the display indicates the distance that can be driven with the re-
maining AdBlue ®
left in the tank.
Refill AdBlue ®
» page 164 .

 AdBlue (DEF) refill! No engine start in …ADBLUE NO START IN …
The range in the display indicates the distance to travel, after which no engine
restart is possible, as long as no AdBlue ®
is added.
Refill AdBlue ®
» page 164 .

 AdBlue (DEF) refill! No engine start possible.ADBLUE NO RESTART
It is no longer possible to start the engine.
Refill AdBlue ®
» page 164 .
WARNINGIf 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 light system » page 68. Place the warning triangle at the prescri-
bed distance.
Note
■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 41, Operation .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the warning lights are al-
ways indicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the warning
lights continue to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 Handbrake
33
 Brake system
33
 Seat belt warning light
33 Alternator33 Door open33

Coolant
33
 Boot lid
34
 
Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system)
34

34

Traction Control System (ASR)
35
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
35
 Traction control (TCS) is deactivated
35
 Antilock brake system (ABS)
36
 Rear fog light
36
 Lamp failure
36
 Xenon headlights (AFS)
36
 Exhaust inspection system
36
 Glow plug system (diesel engine)
36
 Engine performance check (petrol engine)
37
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
37
 Fuel reserve
37
 Airbag system
37
 Tyre pressure
38
 Windscreen washer fluid level
38

 Turn signal system
38
 Fog lights
39
 Cruise control system
39
 Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
39
 OFF ROADmode
39
 Main beam
39
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. 
32Using the system

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 light system » page 68. Place the warning triangle at the prescri-
bed distance.
■
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 165, Engine compartment .
 Handbrake
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the hand brake 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.
Release parking brake!
 Brake system
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the brake fluid level in the braking system is too low.
Brake fluid: Owner's Manual!›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake fluid
» page 171 .
WARNING■
If the warning light  lights up together with the warning light 
» page 36 ,  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 33 first.
 illuminates - the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
The indicator light 
goes off after the respective seat belt is fastened.
At a speed of more than approximately 20 km/h the warning light 
flashes
and an audible warning sounds at a time.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
approx. 2 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light 
lights up permanently.
 Alternator
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
CAUTION
If in addition to the symbol  the symbol  » page 33 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 33 first.
 illuminates - one or more doors are open.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon
on the display » page 40 .
 Coolant
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates or flashes – the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant
level is too low.
Check coolant! Owner´s manual!

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Engine oil level too low Illumi-
nates
Check oil level!
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
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.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
 flashesOil sensor: workshop!
The warning light
 flashes several times after switching on the ignition and
there is audible signal.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
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 33 first.
 flashes - the TCS is now being activated.
 illuminates - there is a TCS fault.
Error: traction control (ASR)
Seek help from a specialist garage.
If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light  does not illuminates after you switch the engine back
on, the ASR is fully functional again.
For more information about the TCS system » page 128, Traction control (TCS) .
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light 
comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 flashes - the ESC is now being activated.
 illuminates - there is an ESC fault.
Error: stabilization control (ESC)
Seek help from a specialist garage.
If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the ESC system may
be switched off for technical reasons.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
The ESC is fully functional again if the  warning light does not light up after
you switch the engine back on.
For more information about the ESC system » page 127, Stability Control (ESC) .
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light  comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Traction control (TCS) is deactivated
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the TCS system is disabled. 
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 Engine performance check (petrol engine)Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
allows operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduction in en-
gine performance.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
 Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The
soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a
regular basis.
 Illuminates – the filter is clogged with soot.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive as follows for
at least 15 minutes or until the indicator light  goes out.
4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic gearbox: position S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning light  extinguishes.
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light  does not go out and
the warning light  begins to flash.
Diesel Particulate Filter: Owner´s manual!
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the
ignition off and on again the indicator light, the warning light  also illumi-
nates.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■ Always adjust the speed and driving style to the actual weather, road, ter-
rain and traffic conditions.■
The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or such like.
CAUTION
■ As long as the warning light  illuminates, one must take into account an
increased fuel consumption and a power reduction of the engine.■
Using diesel fuel with an increased sulphur content can considerably reduce
the life of the diesel particle filter. A ŠKODA partner will be able to tell you
which countries use diesel fuel with a high sulphur content.
Note
■ To assist the combustion process of the soot particles in the filter, we recom-
mend that regularly driving short distances be avoided.■
If the engine is turned off during the filter cleaning process or shortly after-
wards, the cooling fan may turn on automatically for a few minutes.
 Fuel reserve
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
 illuminates – the fuel level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 9 litres).
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
Please refuel. Range: ... km
Note
The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short dis-
tance.
 Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 33 first.
System fault
 illuminates - there is a fault in the airbag system. 
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