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  • Page 1 SIMPLY CLEVER ŠKODA Yeti Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2 Notes Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations) WARNING This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These to search for and obtain the information you require. WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.
  • Page 3 Preface You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us. You have received a vehicle with the latest technology and range of amenities. Please read this Own- er's Manual carefully, because operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.
  • Page 4 Terms used The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work for your vehicle. “Specialist” - 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Electric power windows Table of Contents Driving Panorama sliding/tilting roof Starting-off and Driving Abbreviations Lights and visibility Starting and stopping the engine using the Lights Safety Interior lights Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY Visibility Passive Safety Brakes and parking Windscreen wipers and washers General information Manual gear changing and pedals...
  • Page 6 Coolant Brake fluid Vehicle battery Wheels Tyres and wheel rims Tyre control display Reserve and temporary spare Winter operation Do-it-yourself Emergency equipment and self-help Emergency equipment Changing a wheel Tyre repair Jump-starting Towing the vehicle Remote control and removable light Emergency unlocking/locking Replacing windscreen wiper blades Fuses and light bulbs...
  • Page 7 Abbreviation Definition Abbreviations Gasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injection Abbreviation Definition Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta- Engine revolutions per minute tion of goods a Bluetooth software profile for a one-way transfer of audio Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque A2DP data personal identification number...

  • Page 8: Safety Passive Safety

    Check the tyre inflation pressure.  Safety Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.  Secure all items of luggage. Passive Safety  Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of  the vehicle. General information Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.

  • Page 9: Correct And Safe Seated Position

    › Front side airbags. WARNING (Continued) › Rear side airbags. If the occupants on the rear seats are not sitting upright, the risk of injury ■ › Head airbags. is increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt. › Anchoring points for child seats using the ISOFIX system.
  • Page 10 WARNING WARNING Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not The lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving ■ ■ change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt so that the steering wheel cannot accidentally change position during the the correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is journey –...
  • Page 11 Do not lean out of the window.  Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats Do not put your feet out of the window.   Read and observe on page 7 first. Do not put your feet on the dash panel. ...

  • Page 12: Seat Belts

    WARNING Seat belts Fasten your seat belt before each journey - even when driving in town! ■ This also applies to the passengers seated at the rear – risk of injury! Using seat belts Expectant women must also always wear a seat belt. This is the only way ■...
  • Page 13 WARNING (Continued) The physical principle of a head-on collision The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct ■ one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to protect and the risk of injury increases. The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt ■...
  • Page 14 › It is also important that rear passengers fasten their seat belts, as they could Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle for the seat » Fig. 5 -  until it otherwise be thrown through the vehicle in an uncontrolled manner in the audibly clicks into place.

  • Page 15: Inertia Reels And Belt Tensioners

    Release Belt height adjustment on the front seats › Take off the safety belt in the reverse order to how you fasten it. › Guide the belt back by hand so that the webbing rolls up easily, the seat belt Fig.

  • Page 16: Airbag System

    The fastened seat belts are automatically tensioned in the event of a collision Airbag system of a certain severity. Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor frontal collisions, side Description of the airbag system and rear-end collisions, in the case of a rollover and also not in accidents in ...

  • Page 17: Airbag Overview

    The airbags are not deployed in the case of minor frontal and side collisions, System description rear-end collisions, tilting of the vehicle and vehicle rollover.  Read and observe on page 14 first. Deployment factors It is not possible to generally determine which deployment conditions apply to The functional status of the airbag system is indicated by the indicator light ...
  • Page 18 Side airbags WARNING Head airbags Information on correct seated position It is important that the driver and front passenger maintain a distance of ■ Front airbags at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or dashboard » 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-...
  • Page 19 Note WARNING In vehicles with head airbags, the word AIRBAG can be seen on the steering Adjust the driver's seat in a forward/back direction so that there is a gap ■ ■ wheel. of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel in the vicinity of In vehicles with front passenger airbags, the word AIRBAG is located on the the knee airbag...
  • Page 20 WARNING The airbag control unit 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). Resulting damage can have a negative impact on the function of the airbag system. Any work on the front doors and door panels must be carried out by a specialist ga- rage.
  • Page 21 Note WARNING (Continued) In vehicles with side airbags at the front, a label with the word AIRBAG is lo- Only hang light items of clothing on the hooks fitted in the vehicle. Never ■ ■ cated on the front seat backrests. leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets of the items of In vehicles with rear side airbags, the word AIRBAG is located between the clothing.

  • Page 22: Deactivating Airbags

    Note Deactivating airbags The national regulations for switching off airbags must be observed. ■  Introduction A ŠKODA service partner will be able to inform you which, if any, of your vehi- ■ cle's airbags can or must be deactivated. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Deactivating the front passenger airbag Deactivating airbags...

  • Page 23: Transporting Children Safely

    › Close the storage box on the front passenger's side. Transporting children safely › Check that the warning light in the text      -  lights   up after the ignition is switched on. Child seat warning light goes out 65 seconds after the key switch status has ...
  • Page 24 WARNING (Continued) Pay particular attention to the information provided by the manufacturer ■ of the child safety seat regarding the correct routing of the belt. Seat belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in mi- nor accidents. Safety belts must be checked to ensure that they are running properly.
  • Page 25 WARNING WARNING The front passenger airbag must be deactivated if using a rear-facing Children must never be seated with their head in the deployment area of ■ ■ child seat on the front passenger seat » page 20, Deactivating airbags. the side airbag –...

  • Page 26: Fastening Systems

    “Universal” child seat category - a child seat designed to be attached to There are two fixing eyes between the seat backrest and the seat cushion of the seat using the seat belt. the front passenger seat for fixing the ISOFIX system child seat in place. On the rear outside seats, the fixing eyes are located below the upholstery.
  • Page 27 Size class of Group Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Rear seat middle the child seat IL-SU 9 - 18 kg The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat. If the front passenger seat is fitted with the ISOFIX system attachment points, it is suited for the installation of an ISOFIX child seat with the “Semi-Universal” approval. IL-SU The seat is suited for installation of an ISOFIX child seat with “Semi- WARNING (Continued)
  • Page 28 Fig. 21 Cockpit Using the system...

  • Page 29: Using The System

    Fuse box (on side of dash panel) Using the system Light switch Bonnet release lever Cockpit Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head- light beam range adjustment 68, 63 Overview Lever for adjusting the steering wheel Door opening lever Ignition lock Electric exterior mirror adjustment Pedals...

  • Page 30: Instruments And Indicator Lights

    Instruments and Indicator Lights Overview Instrument cluster  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Overview Revolutions counter Speedometer Coolant temperature gauge Display Fuel gauge Counter for distance driven Fig. 22 Instrument cluster Display of the second speed ...

  • Page 31: Revolutions Counter

    Revolutions counter Coolant temperature gauge  Read and observe on page 28 first. Fig. 23 Coolant temperature gauge The tachometer » 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.

  • Page 32: Display

    Display Fuel gauge Fig. 24 Fig. 25 Display types Fuel gauge   Read and observe on page 28 first. Read and observe on page 28 first. Display types » Fig. 24 The display » Fig. 25 provides information on the fuel supply in the container. MAXI DOT display.

  • Page 33: Counter For Distance Driven

    Counter for distance driven Display of the second speed  Read and observe on page 28 first. Fig. 26 Display: MAXI DOT display / Seg- The display can show the current speed in mph ment Display 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.

  • Page 34: Warning Lights

    Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT display WARNING If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe  Engine oil pressure too low » page 35 distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system »...

  • Page 35: Handbrake

    Engine performance check (petrol engine) An acoustic signal will sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h for at least  3 seconds while the handbrake is applied. Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)  Fuel reserve  The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Airbag system ...

  • Page 36: Generator

    The warning signal is switched of and the indicator light is permanently lit if If the indicator light does not illuminate after adding coolant and switching   the driver and front passenger have not fastened their seat belts within the on the ignition, you may continue your journey.

  • Page 37: Engine Oil

    If the indicator light illuminates, this indicates a partial failure of the power Seek help from a specialist garage.  steering and the steering forces can be greater. The indicator light lights up (oil quantity too low)  › Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

  • Page 38: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    Note Antilock brake system (ABS)  If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning  Read and observe on page 33 first. 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 If the warning light illuminates, there is a fault in the ABS.

  • Page 39: Adaptive Headlights (Afs)

    Adaptive headlights (AFS) Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)     Read and observe on page 33 first. Read and observe on page 33 first. If the warning light flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust.
  • Page 40 The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, in- CAUTION cluding when one of the airbags is switched off. As long as the indicator light lights up, one must take into account an in- ■  creased fuel consumption and in certain circumstances a power reduction of If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using the engine.
  • Page 41 Note Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)  If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning  Read and observe on page 33 first. 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 If the warning light illuminates, operate the brake pedal.

  • Page 42: Information System

    Information system Using the information system Driver information system  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Using the information system Display a low temperature Gear recommendation Door, boot or engine compartment warning The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about in- Fig.
  • Page 43 Button / Gear recommendation adjust- ment Action Operation wheel » Fig. 27 Turn upwards or down- Select data / set data values wards View information / confirm specifica- Press briefly tion Display a low temperature Fig. 28 Information on the selected gear / Gear recommendation ...

  • Page 44: Multifunction Display (Mfd)

    Gear recommendation - segment display Multifunction display (MFD) The recommended gear and the arrow icon is displayed. ›  Recommends that you shift to a higher gear.  Introduction ›  Recommends that you shift to a lower gear. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: If for example ...

  • Page 45: Fig. 29

    Total-trip memory (memory 2) Memory The total-trip memory gathers data from any number of individual journeys up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes or 1 999 kilometres driven (), and up to a Fig. 29 total of 99 hours and 59 minutes or 9 999 kilometres driven (). Multi-function display - memory display The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calcula- tion starts all over again.
  • Page 46 The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory speed to zero at the start of the measurement » page 43, Memory.

  • Page 47: Maxi Dot Display

    Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving CAUTION › Select the menu item Speed warning at (  ) or  ( ). Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when clean- ›...
  • Page 48 Language Activate/deactivate and adjust the light duration of You can set the language for the display texts here. Coming Home the COMING HOME function. Further informa- tion » page 66, COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME. MFD data Switch on/off and adjust the light duration of the Activate or deactivate certain displays of the multifunction display here.

  • Page 49: Service Interval Display

    Further information » page 142, Parking aid. The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or, where applicable, days until the service due date is reached. Alt. speed dis. The information regarding the service intervals can be found in the service Here, the display of the second speed in mph can be activated.
  • Page 50 Information on the oil change service is displayed at first, followed by informa- Prompt in the segment display tion on the inspection when button is pressed again. › The number 1 or 2 is displayed in position Fig. 30 › The symbol ...

  • Page 51: Unlocking And Opening

    › The safe securing system is switched on Unlocking and opening › The indicator light in the driver door begins flashing. › The anti-theft alarm system is activated Unlocking and locking Displaying an error  Introduction If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec- onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing This chapter contains information on the following subjects: again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.

  • Page 52: Unlocking/Locking With The Remote Control

    Unlocking the vehicle CAUTION The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un- Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected ■ locked. against moisture and severe shocks. Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust, ■...

  • Page 53: Unlocking/Locking With The Key

     Read and observe on page 49 first. Note For vehicles with anti-theft alarm the acoustic signals can also be activated/ The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Exit System) enables unlocking and deactivated by locking/unlocking » page locking of the vehicle without actively using the remote control key. The key must be in one of the areas (about 1.5 meters away from Unlocking/locking with the key...

  • Page 54: Information Messages Kessy

    The gear selector must be located in position P when leaving the vehicle ■ Turn off vehicle Otherwise the vehicle cannot be locked.  The KESSY system can find the valid key, even if it was left in the front of the Read and observe on page 49 first.

  • Page 55: Individual Settings

    Switching on Automatic locking/unlocking The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and All doors are locked from a speed of around 15 km/h. The button in the handle unlocked. of the boot lid is deactivated. If the ignition key is withdrawn, the car is then automatically unlocked again.

  • Page 56: Child Safety Lock

    The following applies if your vehicle has been locked using the central locking Opening/closing a door button. › Opening the doors and the boot lid from the outside is not possible. › The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside by a single pull on the opening lever of the respective door.

  • Page 57: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-theft alarm system Activating/deactivating  Read and observe on page 55 first.  Introduction Activating This chapter contains information on the following subjects: The anti-theft alarm system is activated automatically approximately 30 sec- Activating/deactivating onds after the vehicle is locked. Interior monitor and towing protection If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next The anti-theft alarm system increases the level of protection against people...

  • Page 58: Luggage Compartment Lid

    Activating WARNING (Continued) The interior monitor and the towing protection are activated automatically af- Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment ■ ter the vehicle is locked. lid, it could crack – risk of injury! Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed - ■...

  • Page 59: Electric Power Windows

    CAUTION Delayed locking of the boot lid Keep the windows clean to ensure the correct functionality of the electric ■  Read and observe on page 56 first. windows. In the event that the windows are frozen, first of all eliminate the ■...
  • Page 60 Safety pushbutton Opening/closing the window from the driver seat The buttons for power windows in the rear doors can be deactivated by press- ing the safety switch » Fig. 39. The buttons for the electrical power win- Fig. 39 dows in the rear doors are activated again by pressing the safety pushbutton Buttons on the driver's door again.

  • Page 61: Panorama Sliding/Tilting Roof

    › In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor » Fig. 33 on page 51. Force limit The speed limit for winter tyres can be set in the MAXI DOT display in the  Read and observe on page 57 first. menu item Window op.
  • Page 62 The sliding/tilting roof can still be operated for approx. 10 minutes after WARNING switching the ignition off. However, as soon as the driver or front passenger's When operating the sliding/tilting roof, proceed with caution to avoid caus- door is opened it is no longer possible to operate the sliding/tilting roof. ing crushing injuries –...
  • Page 63 Operation of the sun blind » Fig. 42 By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor when using the KESSY system, the closing process is immediately interrupted. Opening  Tilting roof Closing  › Press and hold the symbol button  on the key. By pressing the button briefly, the sun blind is fully opened or closed.

  • Page 64: Lights And Visibility

    WARNING (Continued) Lights and visibility The automatic driving lamp control  only operates as a support and ■ does not release the driver from his responsibility to check the light and, if Lights necessary, to switch on the light depending on the given light conditions. ...

  • Page 65: Daylight Running Lights (Day Light)

     Headlight range control - knob The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following conditions are met.  Turning the rotary switch from the position in  gradually adjusts the head- The light switch is in the position  or  »...

  • Page 66: Turn Signal And Main Beam

    “Convenience turn signal” Turn signal and main beam If you only wish to flash three times, briefly push the lever to the upper or low- er pressure point and release again. Fig. 44 The “Lane ch. flash” can be activated or deactivated via the Maxi DOT display in Operating lever: Turn signal and the Lane ch.

  • Page 67: Adaptive Headlights (Afs)

    Automatic driving light control during rain The mode is active when the wipers operate continuously for longer than 2 mi- The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following con- nutes at a speed of 20 - 70 km / h. The mode is deactivated when the wind- ditions are met: screen wipers are switched off for longer than 8 minutes.

  • Page 68: Fog Lights

    The daytime running lights are not switched on.  Fog lights The fog lights are not switched on.  Fig. 46 Note Light switch: Turn on front and The two fog lights are switched on when you shift into the reverse gear. rear fog light Rear fog light ...

  • Page 69: Hazard Warning Light System

    The function switches on the following light, depending on the equipment Hazard warning light system fitted. › Parking lights › Fig. 47 Low beam Button for hazard warning light › Entry lighting in the exterior mirrors › system Licence plate light The light is controlled on the basis of information that is collected from the holder mounted in the rear-view mirror sensor »...

  • Page 70: Interior Lights

    › Place the control lever into position as far as it can go » Fig. 44 Driving abroad page 64 - the parking light on the right/left-hand side of the vehicle is  switched on. Read and observe on page 62 first. If the right or left turn signal light has been switched on and the ignition is The low beam is set asymmetrically.

  • Page 71: Visibility

    Rocker switch positions » Fig. 49 The light is operated by moving the lens into one of the following posi- tions » Fig. Switching on  Switching on  Control with the door contact switch (middle position)  Control with the door contact switch (middle position) ...
  • Page 72 Windscreen and rear window heater Sun visors in the front Fig. 52 Buttons for the rear and front window heating: manual air condi- tioning / Climatronic The heating for quick defrosting and ventilation of the front /and rear window. Buttons for the heating in the centre console Switching the rear window heater on/off ...

  • Page 73: Windscreen Wipers And Washers

    Carefully peel frozen wiper blades off the pane. ■ Windscreen wipers and washers Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving. ■ If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to  ■ Introduction the windscreen.

  • Page 74: Fig. 54

    Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen  Windscreen wipers and washers The wash system operates immediately, the windscreen wipers wipe some- what later. The wash system and the windscreen wiper operate simultaneous- Fig. 54 ly at a speed of more than 120 km/h. Operating lever: Windscreen Letting go of the lever will cause the windscreen wash system to stop and the wipers and washer settings...

  • Page 75: Rear Mirror

    Note WARNING If the operating lever is in the position and the speed of the vehicle Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other ob- ■ ■ drops below 4 km / h, the wiping speed is switched to a lower wiping level. jects.
  • Page 76 Interior mirror Exterior mirrors Fig. 56 Exterior mirror operation  Read and observe on page 73 first. Fig. 55 Interior mirror: manual dimming / auto-darkening / light sensor The knob can be moved into the following positions  Read and observe on page 73 first.

  • Page 77: Seats And Head Restraints

    › Press  on the remote control key for about 2 seconds. Seats and head restraints The exterior mirror is folded back into the driving position when the ignition is switched on. Front seat Mirror with automatic dimming  Introduction The exterior mirror blackout is controlled together with the automatic dimming interior mirror »...
  • Page 78 Adjusting lumbar support Note › The lever » Fig. 57 in direction of arrow. After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of ■ the backrest angle. Adjusting the front seats electronically For safety reasons, it is not possible to store the seat position in the electric ■...
  • Page 79 The set position of the exterior mirror is stored. Note If the setting procedure is interrupted, you will need to press the button again. Retrieving the saved setting The retrieval is possible when turned the ignition is switched on and the vehi- Memory Function of the electrically adjustable seat cle speed is less than 5 km/h or when the ignition key is inserted in the igni- tion lock.

  • Page 80: Front Seat Functions

    When automatic storage is activated, the current positions of the driver's seat Front seat functions and the external mirrors are saved in the memory of the remote control key each time the vehicle is locked. When the vehicle is next unlocked using the ...
  • Page 81 Setting the height WARNING › First of all, fold the armrest downwards and then lift it in the direction of the If, as a passenger, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity, arrow » Fig. 61 to one of the 4 rest positions. e.g.

  • Page 82: Head Restraints

    WARNING Note The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob- The position of the front and rear outer head restraints is adjustable in height. ■ jects on the seat which was folded forwards » page 20, Deactivating the The middle rear head restraint is only adjustable in two positions.

  • Page 83: Rear Seats

    Rear centre head restraints Setting theSetting the seats in the longitudinal direction Fig. 64 Rear center head restraint: Remove / Install Fig. 65 Adjusting seats in forward/back direction ›  Read and observe on page 80 first. Pull lever in the direction of arrow or on the release loop in the di- rection of arrow...

  • Page 84: Fold Seat Backrest Forwards And Fold Down Seat Completely

    › Secure the folded forward seat with the aid of the fixing belt B to a guide rod Fold seat backrest forwards and fold down seat completely of the head restraint in the front seat » Fig. WARNING Immediately lock the folded forward seat to a guide rod on the front head ■...

  • Page 85: Setting Outer Seat In The Transverse Direction

    › Press the lever in direction of arrow » Fig. 71 and fold back the seat back- Note rest to its original position in the direction of arrow The outer seats are not mutually interchangeable. In the rear area the left seat ›...

  • Page 86: Transporting And Practical Equipment

    WARNING (Continued) Transporting and practical equipment No objects should be placed in the storage compartments nor in the ■ drinks holders; the vehicle occupants could be endangered if there is sud- Useful equipment den braking or the vehicle collides with something. ...

  • Page 87: Storage Compartment On The Dash Panel

    Storage compartment on the dash panel stowage compartments in the doors Fig. 73 Opening the storage compart- ment  Read and observe on page 84 first. Fig. 74 Storage compartment: in the front door/in the rear door Opening  Read and observe on page 84 first.

  • Page 88: Storage Compartment In The Front Centre Console

    Storage compartment in the front centre console Fig. 75 Non-lockable compartment Fig. 77 Open cup holder in the central console / adjust holder size  Read and observe on page 84 first.  Read and observe on page 84 first. The storage compartment is provided for storing small items »...

  • Page 89: Cigarette Lighter

    CAUTION Note Do not leave open beverage containers in the cup holder during the journey. The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12- volt socket for electrical ■ ■ There is a risk of spilling e.g. when braking which may cause damage to the appliances »...

  • Page 90: 12-Volt Power Outlet

    Insertion takes place in reverse order. 12-Volt power outlet Opening the ashtray on the low centre console › Grasp the ashtray cover at the lower edge and fold it open in the direction of arrow » Fig. Remove the ashtray from the low centre console ›...

  • Page 91: Waste Container

    › Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery Push the waste container as required in the direction of arrow ■ of the vehicle! Remove the waste container Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets. ■...

  • Page 92: Storage Compartment Under The Front Arm Rest

    Storage compartment under the front arm rest storage net in the front centre console Fig. 84 Storage net  Read and observe on page 84 first. Fig. 83 Open storage compartment / open air supply Located on the center console on the passenger side, a storage net providing ...

  • Page 93: Storage Compartment On The Front Passenger Side

    Closing Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows › Swivel the lid on the storage box against the direction of the arrow» Fig. 85 cooled air to flow into the storage compartment. until it is heard to lock. Opening the air supply when the air conditioning system is switched on allows cooled air to flow into the storage compartment.

  • Page 94: Clothes Hook

    CAUTION CAUTION The storage compartment is designed for storing small objects of up to 1.5 kg. Never put large objects into the map pockets, e.g. bottles or objects with sharp in weight. edges - risk of damaging the pockets and seat coverings. Clothes hook Storage compartment in the rear centre console ...

  • Page 95: Folding Table On Front Seat Backrest

    Folding table on front seat backrest folding table at the centre backrest Fig. 90 Fig. 91 Fold down the folding table Middle seat backrest already fol- ded forward   Read and observe on page 84 first. Read and observe on page 84 first.

  • Page 96: Luggage Compartment

    › Fold the middle seat backrest forward » page 81, Rear seats. Luggage compartment › Place the empty through-loading bag in the gap between the front and rear seats in such a way that the end of the bag with the zip lies in the boot. ...

  • Page 97: Fastening Elements

    WARNING (Continued) Fastening elements Loose objects could hit a deployed airbag and injure occupants – danger ■ of death! Please note that transporting heavy objects alters the handling proper- ■ ties of the vehicle due to the displacement of the centre of gravity – risk of accident! The speed and style of driving must be adjusted accordingly.

  • Page 98: Fixing Nets

     Read and observe on page 94 first. Fixing nets Foldable hooks for attaching small items of luggage, such as bags etc., are pro- vided for each on both sides of the luggage compartment. › Press on the lower portion of the hook and then fold it in direction of the arrow »...

  • Page 99: Flexible Storage Compartment

    Installing the hook Note › Position the hook on the fastening strip in a vertical position in direction of The flexible storage compartment cannot be installed on vehicles with the var- arrow » Fig. 96 and lightly press it on. iable loading floor »...

  • Page 100: Net Partition

    › Fold the slackened front part of the boot cover over the head restraints of Net partition 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. ›...

  • Page 101: Storage Compartments

    › Attach the bag with the aid of the plastic carabines to the eyes on the left Removable storage box and right boot trim panel. Installing and removing the net partition behind the rear seats with variable Fig. 101 loading floor is carried out analogously as behind the rear seats without varia- Storage box ble loading floor.

  • Page 102: Compartment (Estate)

    Replace batteries » page 204. Removable light Luggage compartment light If the light is in the holder, it is automatically switched on when the boot lid is opened. If the lamp is in the holder, it is automatically switched off when the boot lid is closed.
  • Page 103  Read and observe on page 101 first. CAUTION The maximum permissible load of the variable loading floor is 75 kg. › Fold up the hooks on the fastening strip in direction of arrow » Fig. 96 page 96. Note ›...

  • Page 104: Roof Rack

    WARNING (Continued) Using the variable loading floor with a spare wheel 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.

  • Page 105: Heating And Air Conditioning

    WARNING (Continued) Heating and air conditioning Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow ■ out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on. Heating, ventilation, cooling To reduce health risks (e.g. common colds), the following instructions for ■...

  • Page 106: Air Distribution Control

    › To adjust the lateral direction of the air flow, turn the vertical fins with the movable adjuster to the left or to the right. Overview of the setting of the air outlet direction. Set the direction of the air Active air outlet vents outlet ...

  • Page 107: Heating

    To activate the automatic recirculation mode, press the Symbol key  re- Heating peatedly until the indicator light is lit on the right side of the button. Climatronic has an air quality sensor for the detection of the pollutant concen- tration in the sucked-in air.

  • Page 108: Air Conditioning (Manual Air Conditioning)

    Note Air conditioning (manual air conditioning) The warning light in the button  lights after activation, even if not all of ■ the conditions for the function of the cooling system have been met. By light- ing up of the indicator light in the button, the operational readiness of the cooling system is signalled.
  • Page 109 Depending on equipment fitted: If a temperature lower than +18 °C is selected, a blue symbol lights up at the ›  Switching the windscreen heater on/off » page 70 start of the numerical scale. ›  Switching on/off aux. heating (standard heating) on/off »...

  • Page 110: Auxiliary Heating (Auxiliary Heating And Ventilation)

    Note Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and ventilation) Do not stick anything onto or cover the interior temperature sensor ■  Introduction » Fig. 111 as this could impair the functioning of the Climatronic. If the windscreen mists up, press the symbol button . Press the button ■...
  • Page 111 WARNING Switching on and off directly The auxiliary heating must never be operated in closed rooms (e.g. garag- ■ es) – risk of poisoning! The auxiliary heating must not be allowed to run during refuelling – risk ■ of fire. The exhaust pipe of the auxiliary heating is located on the underside of ■...
  • Page 112 ■ Activate - Activate pre-set mode When the battery is fully charged, the range of the remote control is a few Deactivate - Deactivate pre-set mode hundred metres. Obstacles between the radio remote control and the vehicle, ■ Factory settings - Restore factory settings bad weather conditions and a weaker battery can clearly reduce the range.

  • Page 113: Communication And Multimedia

    CAUTION Communication and multimedia The radio remote control comprises electronic components and must therefore be protected against water, severe impacts and direct sunlight. General information  Introduction This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Mobile phones and two-way radio systems Universal telephone preinstallation (hands free) Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel Symbols in the MAXI DOT display...
  • Page 114 WARNING (Continued) Note Never leave a mobile phone on a seat, on the dash panel or in any area We recommend that the installation of mobile phones and two-way radio ■ ■ where it can become a projectile during a sudden braking manoeuvre, an systems in a vehicle be carried out by a specialist garage.
  • Page 115 Button / ad- justment Action Operation wheel » Fig. 114 Press briefly MUTE ) Turn upwards Increase the volume Turn downwards Decrease volume Accept a call/end a call Press briefly Display of the basic Phone menu → Main Phone menu → List of dialled numbers → Call selected contact Press and hold button Reject the incoming call Turn up/down...

  • Page 116: Universal Telephone Preinstallation Gsm Ii

    Each time the telephone has established a new connection with the hands- The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II comprises the following func- free system, an update of the relevant phone book is performed. The updating tions. › can take a few minutes. During this period, the available phone book is the one Phone Phonebook »...
  • Page 117 › If there is no free space available to create a new user profile, delete an exist- Is the visibility of the mobile phone active? › ing user profile. Has the mobile phone already been paired with the hands-free system? During the connecting procedure, no other mobile phone may be connected Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display with the hands-free system.

  • Page 118: Universal Telephone Preinstallation Gsm Iil

    › Bluetooth Music playback from the telephone or other multimedia units » page 123. › The following menu items can be selected from the Bluetooth menu item. Internet connection » page 119. › User - Overview of the stored telephones Display of SMS messages »...
  • Page 119 › Select the phone you wish to connect from the list of units found. On vehicles which are fitted with a radio or navigation system at the factory, it › Confirm the PIN is possible to terminate the telephone call after removing the key from the ig- ›...
  • Page 120 The following functions are available for each phone contact. Bluetooth The following menu items can be selected from the Bluetooth menu item. Display a phone number ■ User - Overview of the stored telephones ■ Voice tag - Voice tag for the contact ■...

  • Page 121: Wi-Fi

    ■ List - Arrange the entries in the phone book ® Internet connection via Bluetooth Surname - Arrange according to surname ■ Surname - Sort by contact name A notebook can, for example, be connected to the Internet via the hands-free ■...
  • Page 122 › Using a mobile phone connected with the universal telephone preparation On the device to be connected, search for available WLAN networks (Wi-Fi) - GSM III via the rSAP profile, it is possible to establish a Wi-Fi network in the ve- see operating instructions for the device to be connected.

  • Page 123: Voice Control

    ■ Delete lists - Delete device lists ■ Wi-Fi Channel - Select WLAN network channels (preferably set to channel Known devices - Delete the list of known devices ■ Device blocked - Delete the list of blocked devices Channel 1 ... Channel 11 - Display the WLAN network channels ■...
  • Page 124 › During the dialogue, limit additional noise in the vehicle, e.g. passengers talk- If the system is expecting a voice command, you can end the dialogue yourself ing at the same time. as follows. › › Do not speak, if the system makes an announcement. with the CANCEL voice command.

  • Page 125: Multimedia

    If the system does not recognise the command, it repeats the first part of the Voice command Action help thus enabling a new entry to be completed. After the 2nd error the sys- ® SETTINGS Selection for setting Bluetooth , dialogue etc. tem repeats the second part of the aid.
  • Page 126 Operating the radio and navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel The multifunction steering wheel has buttons for operating the basic func- tions of factory-fitted radio and navigation system » Fig. 116. The radio and navigation system can of course still be operated on the devices. A description is included in the relevant operating instructions.
  • Page 127 Button / ad- justment Action Radio Audio sources DVD video Navigation wheel » Fig. 116 Switch to the previous station and at the Skip to next chan- Skip to next chap- Show the option Turn upwards same time Skip to next track to stop naviga- display list of saved/available stations tion or display...
  • Page 128 Filling the CD changer with CDs Description of DVD preparation » Fig. 118 › Press and hold the button » Fig. 117 for longer than 2 seconds and guide Openings for attachment of DVD player holder the CDs one after the other (maximum 6 CDs) into the CD case .

  • Page 129: Driving

    CAUTION Driving Only start the engine when the engine and the vehicle are stationary - there ■ is a danger of starter and engine damage! Starting-off and Driving Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the ■...
  • Page 130 The vehicle is unlocked. Vehicles with manual transmission The engine will not start if the clutch pedal is not depressed. If the ignition switch cannot be turned on, then turn the steering wheel back and forth slightly and thereby unlock the steering lock. The following message is shown in the information cluster display.

  • Page 131: Starting And Stopping The Engine - Kessy

    Note Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start ■  Introduction your journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this, the engine rea- ches its operating temperature faster. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: The system is protected against inadvertently switching off the engine while ■...
  • Page 132 Ignition on/off Starting the engine  Read and observe on page 129 first. Fig. 120 Starter button Procedure for starting the engine › Firmly apply the handbrake. › Move the gearshift lever into neutral or move the selector lever into position P or N.

  • Page 133: Brakes And Parking

    After the emergency stop of the motor, the steering lock will remain unlocked. Brakes and parking CAUTION  Introduction Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to This chapter contains information on the following subjects: run at an idling speed for about 1 minute.
  • Page 134 Wet roads or road salt WARNING The performance of the brakes can be delayed as the brake discs and brake Only apply the brakes for the purpose of drying and cleaning the brake pads may be moist or have a coating of ice or layer of salt on them in winter. discs if the traffic conditions permit this.

  • Page 135: Manual Gear Changing And Pedals

    WARNING Manual gear changing Please note that the handbrake must be fully released. A handbrake which is only partially released can result in the rear brakes overheating. This can Fig. 123 have a negative effect on the operation of the brake system – risk of acci- The shift pattern: 5-gear or 6- dent! gear manual transmission...

  • Page 136: Automatic Transmission

    In the driver's footwell, only a format may be used, which is attached to the CAUTION two corresponding attachment points. If the selector lever is moved to mode N while driving, the accelerator pedal ■ must be released and you will need to wait until the engine has reached its Only use factory-supplied foot mats or foot mats from the range of idling speed before moving the selector lever to a forward driving mode again.
  • Page 137 - Neutral Just depress the brake pedal, if you would like to change from the mode N to The power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted in this mode. - Mode for forwards travel (normal programme) Defective selector lever lock In mode D, the forward gears are automatically changed according to the en- If the selector lever lock is defective or its power supply is interrupted (e.g.

  • Page 138: Driving In An Economical Driving

    Note Driving in an economical driving It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual ■  Introduction shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and hence the wear of the brakes »...

  • Page 139: Driving Through Water And Driving Off Of Made-Up Roads

    Avoid full throttle and high speeds Driving through water Fuel consumption will be halved if only three-quarters of the possible top speed of your vehicle is used. Fig. 126 Reducing idling Driving through water 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.

  • Page 140: Assist Systems

    Driving off paved roads Assist systems  Read and observe on page 137 first. Braking and stabilisation systems Only drive on such roads and in such terrain, which match the vehicle parame-  Introduction ters » page 215, Technical data as well as your driving skills. This chapter contains information on the following subjects: The driver is always responsible for deciding whether the vehicle can handle travelling in the given terrain.
  • Page 141 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Traction Control System (TCS) Fig. 127 Fig. 128 Press the ESC system: Activat- Button for the TCS system: TCS ing/deactivating TCS disable / enable (vehicle without ESC)   Read and observe on page 138 first. Read and observe on page 138 first.

  • Page 142: Off Road-Mode

    EDL switches off automatically to avoid excessive heat generation on the Trailer stabilisation (TSA) brake of the wheel being braked. The vehicle can continue to be driven and  has the same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL. Once the brakes Read and observe on page 138 first.
  • Page 143 So that an engagement of the OFF ROAD mode can take place, the following WARNING conditions must be met. A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to ■ The OFF ROAD mode is enabled. shut down.

  • Page 144: Parking Aid

    For vehicles with manual transmission, the speed is maintained as follows. A spinning wheel or wheels are braked earlier and with more force than with › First gear - approx. 8 - 30 km/h the intervention of the standard EDS system. ›...
  • Page 145  The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the Read and observe on page 143 first. bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are, depending on vehicle Depending on the equipment, the following system versions can ex- equipment,, located in the back or in the front bumper.

  • Page 146: Optical Parking Assistant (Rear View Camera)

    More information about displaying and operating in the Display » Operating in- Activation/deactivation structions for the navigation system.  Read and observe on page 143 first. WARNING The system is automatically activated by selecting reverse gear or pressing The system only serves to support and does not relieve the driver of the ■...

  • Page 147: Park Assist

    The area behind the vehicle is displayed when the following conditions are CAUTION met. The objects shown in the display can be closer or even further away than they appear. This is especially the case in the following situations. The ignition is switched on. ...
  • Page 148 WARNING Functioning The system only serves to support and does not relieve the driver of the ■  Read and observe on page 146 first. responsibility for the vehicle operation. During the parking process, the system automatically performs rapid ■ Basic system operations steering movements.
  • Page 149 The display shows the following » Fig. 134 - . If the system has recognised a suitable parking space, this parking space is shown in the display » Fig. 135 - . The search area for the parking space on the driver's side is automatically indi- ›...
  • Page 150 › The system key is pressed. Automatic emergency braking › The TCS system is turned off. ›  There is a driver intervention in the automatic steering operation (wheel Read and observe on page 146 first. stop). › If the system detects a risk of collision during parking, automatic emergency When there is a system fault (system temporarily not available).

  • Page 151: Cruise Control System

    The system cannot be activated because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek WARNING help from a specialist garage. The GRA only serves to support and does not relieve the driver of the re- ■ sponsibility for the vehicle operation. Park Assist ended.

  • Page 152: Start-Stop

    The START-STOP system (hereinafter referred to as the system) saves fuel and Interrupt control (sprung position)  reduces polluting emissions and CO emissions by turning the engine off, e.g. Activate ACC (control deactivated)  when stopping at traffic lights, and starting the engine again when moving off. Take control again / Increase speed ...
  • Page 153 Running the engine is essential for the following reasons, for example. Operation in vehicles with automatic gearbox › The engine temperature for the proper function of the system has not yet  been reached. Read and observe on page 150 first. ›...

  • Page 154: Fatigue Detection (Break Recommendation)

    One of the conditions for automatic engine start is not satisfied or the driver's System related automatic start-up seat belt is not fastened. The engine must be started manually.  Read and observe on page 150 first. On vehicles with the system KESSY the ignition is turned off by the first press of the start button, only after pressing for the second time is the start process When the engine is off, the system can automatically start the engine before initiated.

  • Page 155: Hitch And Trailer

    Function Hitch and trailer  Read and observe on page 152 first. Hitch From the start of the journey, the system evaluates steering behaviour. If,  Introduction while driving, there have been changes in the steering behaviours that are evaluated by the system as indicating possible fatigue, a break recommenda- This chapter contains information on the following subjects: tion is issued.

  • Page 156: Description

    Description Adjusting the ready position Fig. 139 Carrier for the towing device/tow bar Fig. 140 Setting the ready position  Read and observe on page 153 first. The ball rod can be removed and can be found in the spare wheel well or in a compartment for the spare wheel in the boot »...

  • Page 157: Installing The Ball Rod

     The red marking on the handwheel is located in the green box on the Read and observe on page 153 first.  tow bar. › Grip the cap on the rear bumper » Fig. 142 at the handle , release in the There is a clear gap of approx.

  • Page 158: Check Proper Fitting

    Check proper fitting Fig. 144 Duly fortified ball head Fig. 146 Removing the two bar/placing the cover on the rear bumper  Read and observe on page 153 first.  Read and observe on page 153 first. Check that the tow bar is fitted properly before each use. ›...

  • Page 159: Trailer

    CAUTION WARNING If the handwheel is not turned all the way to the stop, then it will return to Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer. ■ its initial position when the tow bar is removed, and will rest on the tow bar and not engage into the ready position.
  • Page 160 Exterior mirrors WARNING You have to have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see Do not exceed the maximum permissible axle and drawbar load and the ■ the traffic behind the trailer with the standard rear-view mirrors. The national maximum permissible total or towed weight of the vehicle and the trailer - legal requirements must be observed.
  • Page 161 The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer is functional. WARNING  The vehicle is locked with the vehicle key and the anti-theft alarm system Never use the safety eyelet for towing!  ■ is activated. Adapt your speed to the conditions of the road surface and to the traffic ■...

  • Page 162: General Maintenance

    For the sake of the environment General Maintenance Technical documents regarding alterations carried out on the vehicle must be kept by the vehicle user in order to be handed over to the recyclers at a later Care and maintenance date. This ensures that the vehicle is recycled in an environmentally sound manner.
  • Page 163 Based on their appraisal, the service consultant will tell you which areas you ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for should focus on in order to ensure that your vehicle will pass the technical test a period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability, without any problems.
  • Page 164 Note WARNING The accessories authorized by the company ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will be offered Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of by the ŠKODA Partners in all countries where the company ŠKODA AUTO a.s. system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering has a sales and after-sales service network.

  • Page 165: Washing Vehicle

    The longer insect residues, bird droppings, tree sap, road and industrial dust, WARNING (Continued) tar, soot particles, road salt and other aggressive deposits remain adhering to Never drive if the loudspeakers in the doors have been removed, unless ■ the paintwork of your vehicle, the more detrimental their destructive effect the loudspeaker openings have been properly sealed.

  • Page 166: Cleaning Vehicle Exterior

    WARNING CAUTION Protect your hands and arms from sharp-edged metal parts when cleaning If washing the vehicle in the winter using a hose or high-pressure cleaner, ■ the under floor or the inside of the wheel housings or the wheel trims – risk ensure that the jet of water is not aimed directly at the locking cylinders or the door/panel joints –...
  • Page 167 Polishing WARNING Polishing is necessary if the vehicle's paintwork has become unattractive and Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according ■ if it is no longer possible to achieve a gloss with wax preservatives. to the instructions.
  • Page 168 Cleaning windows Chrome parts Regularly clean windows from the inside with clean water.  Read and observe on page 165 first. Dry the glass surfaces with a clean chamois leather or a cloth intended for this purpose. First clean the chrome parts with a damp cloth and then polish them with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 169 Camera lens Wheels   Read and observe on page 165 first. Read and observe on page 165 first. Moisten the lens of the rear view camera first with clean water and then dry Wheel rims with a dry cloth. Also thoroughly wash the wheel rims when washing the vehicle on a regular basis.

  • Page 170: Interior Care

    Do not attach any stickers to the filaments or glass antenna - there is risk of ■ Wiper blades damage.  Read and observe on page 165 first. Do not clean the roof panelling with a brush – there is a risk of damage to ■...
  • Page 171 Remove stubborn hair using a “cleaning glove”. CAUTION Ensure that no part of the leather is soaked through during cleaning and that ■ ® Alcantara no water gets into the seams. Otherwise, the leather could become brittle or Dust and dirt in pores, creases and seams may chafe and damage the surface. cracked.

  • Page 172: Inspecting And Replenishing

    CAUTION Inspecting and replenishing Do not clean the covers of electrically heated seats either with water or with ■ other liquids - there is a risk of damaging the seat heating system. Fuel Regularly remove dust from the seat covers using a vacuum cleaner. ■...
  • Page 173 › Hold the filler cap and unlock by turning the key in the direction of the ar- Refuelling » Fig. 148 - . › Unscrew the filler cap in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 148 - . › Place the filler cap onto the top of the fuel filler flap »...
  • Page 174 Note CAUTION The fuel capacity for vehicles with front wheel drive is about 55 litres, and for Even filling the tank with petrol that does not meet the standards once can ■ vehicles with four-wheel drive about 60 litres, with about 9 liters as reserve. lead to serious damage to parts of the exhaust system! If a fuel other than unleaded fuel which complies to the above mentioned ■...

  • Page 175: Engine Compartment

    CAUTION Diesel fuel Just filling the tank once with diesel fuel that does not comply with the ■  Read and observe on page 170 first. standard, can cause severe damage to parts of the engine, the fuel and ex- haust system! The vehicle can only be operated with diesel fuel that meets the EN 590 If a different fuel other than diesel fuel, which complies to the above men-...
  • Page 176 WARNING WARNING Instructions before beginning work in the engine compartment Read and observe the information and warning instructions on the fluid ■ Turn off the engine and withdraw the ignition key. containers. ■ Firmly apply the handbrake. Keep the working fluids in sealed original containers and safe from peo- ■...
  • Page 177 WARNING Opening and closing the bonnet Check that the bonnet is closed properly. ■ If you notice that the lock is not properly engaged while driving, stop the ■ vehicle immediately and close the bonnet – risk of accident! Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed - ■...

  • Page 178: Engine Oil

    Under exceptional circumstances, methylated spirits can also be used if no Radiator fan screen cleaner with antifreeze is available. The concentration of methylated  Read and observe on page 173 first. spirits must not be more than 15 %. The freeze protection at this concentration is sufficient only to -5 °C.

  • Page 179: Engine Oil Sensor Defective

    WARNING Petrol engines Specification The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following VW 502 00 warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the en- 1.8 l/112, 118 kW TSI applies to Russia gine compartment »...

  • Page 180: Coolant

    The oil can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are satisfied. Coolant The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.   Introduction The engine operating temperature is reached.  The engine is turned off.  This chapter contains information on the following subjects: The bonnet is open.
  • Page 181 The coolant level should be kept between the marks CAUTION Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to fill ■  The coolant can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are sat- with coolant under the current circumstances.

  • Page 182: Brake Fluid

     Read and observe on page 180 first. Brake fluid The fluid can be checked if the following conditions are met.  Introduction The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.  This chapter contains information on the following subjects: The engine is turned off.
  • Page 183 The vehicle battery represents a power source for the motor to start and for WARNING the supply of electrical consumers in the car. The use of open flames and light should be avoided. ■ Smoking and radio triggering activities should be avoided. ■...
  • Page 184 Air bubbles can influence the colour of the indicator. For this reason carefully Opening the cover knock on the indicator before carrying out the check. › Black colour - electrolyte level is correct. › Colourless or light yellow colour - electrolyte level too low, the battery must be replaced.
  • Page 185 › Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red = Replacing “positive”, black = “negative”). ›  Plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch on the Read and observe on page 181 first. device.

  • Page 186: Wheels

    Note Wheels After disconnecting and re-connecting the vehicle battery, we recommend ■ having the vehicle checked by a specialist to ensure that the full functionality Tyres and wheel rims of all electrical systems is guaranteed. The data of the multi-function display will be reset. ...
  • Page 187 WARNING (Continued) Fig. 158 You must have your tyres replaced with new ones at the latest when the ■ Replacing wheels wear indicators have been worn down. Worn tyres impair necessary adhesion to the road surface, particularly at ■ high speeds on wet roads. This could lead to “aquaplaning” (uncontrolled vehicle movement –...
  • Page 188 Tyre damage Where possible, replace tyres by axle. Always fit the tyres with the deeper Drive over kerbs and other such obstacles slowly and perpendicularly wher- tread depth to the front wheels. ever possible in order to avoid damage to tyres and wheel trims. Explanation of tyre markings We recommend checking your tyres and wheel rims for damage (punctures, 225/50R 17 91 T...

  • Page 189: Tyre Control Display

    WARNING (Continued) Unidirectional tyres If the inflation pressure is too low, the tyre will have to overcome a higher ■  Read and observe on page 184 first. rolling resistance. This will cause a significant increase in the temperature of the tyre, especially at higher speeds. This can result in tread separation The direction of rotation of the tyres is marked by arrows on the wall of the and a tyre blowout.

  • Page 190: Reserve And Temporary Spare

    Display Change  Read and observe on page 187 first. Fig. 160 Fixing the spare or temporary The warning light lights up when any of the following conditions are true.  › spare wheel The tyre inflation pressure is low. ›...

  • Page 191: Winter Operation

    › The temporary spare wheel is inflated to the maximum inflation pressure for For the sake of the environment the vehicle » Fig. 157 on page 185. Fit the summer tyres on again in good time as they provide better handling ›...
  • Page 192 Wheel size Depth (D) Tyre size 7J x 16 45 mm 215/60 7J x 17 45 mm 225/50 When fitting snow chains on the front and rear axle at the same time, the maximum speed is limited to 50 km/h. Only fit snow chains with links and locks not larger than 12 mm.

  • Page 193: Do-It-Yourself

    WARNING Do-it-yourself The first-aid kit and warning triangle must always be secured safely so that they do not come loose when making an emergency braking or in a vehicle Emergency equipment and self-help collision which could cause injuries to occupants. Emergency equipment Note ...
  • Page 194 Fire extinguisher Vehicle tool kit Fig. 163 Fire extinguisher The fire extinguisher is attached by two straps in a holder underneath the driv- er's seat. Removing/attaching › Loosen the two straps by pulling the buckles in the direction of the ar- Fig.

  • Page 195: Changing A Wheel

    CAUTION WARNING (Continued) Ensure that the vehicle tool kit is safely secured in the boot. essary to place the lifting jack on a solid surface or use a wide and stable ■ Ensure that the box is always secured with the strap. base.
  • Page 196 ›  Uncouple any trailers. Read and observe on page 193 first. › Remove the vehicle tool kit » page 192 and the spare wheel » page 188 from Extracting the boot. › Push the extraction pliers » page 192 sufficiently far onto the cap until the inner catches of the pliers are positioned at the collar of the cap.
  • Page 197 › Stow the tool kit in the space provided and secure using the band. WARNING › Check the tyre pressure on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible. Undo the wheel bolts only a little (about one turn) as long as the vehicle ■...

  • Page 198: Tyre Repair

    The mounting points are located directly below the mark on the lower Note beam » Fig. 167. Make a note of the code number hammered into the rear side of the adapter ■ › or the rear side of the anti-theft wheel bolt. This number can be used to pur- Support the base plate of the jack with its full area resting on level ground chase a replacement adapter from ŠKODA Original Parts if necessary.
  • Page 199 WARNING Breakdown kit If you are in flowing traffic, switch on the hazard warning light system ■ and set up the warning triangle at the prescribed distance! The national le- gal requirements must be observed. Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park on ■...
  • Page 200 Inflating Preparations for using the breakdown kit › Screw the air compressor tyre inflation hose » Fig. 170 on page 197 firmly  Read and observe on page 197 first. onto the tyre valve. › Check that the air release valve is closed.

  • Page 201: Jump-Starting

    WARNING (Continued) Check after 10 minutes' driving Do not clamp the jump-start cable to the negative terminal of the dis- ■  Read and observe on page 197 first. charged battery. There is the risk of detonating gas seeping out the battery being ignited by the strong spark which results from the engine being star- Check the tyre inflation pressure after driving for 10 minutes! ted.

  • Page 202: Towing The Vehicle

    › Attach clamp to the negative terminal of the battery supplying power Towing the vehicle › Attach the clamp to a solid metal part which is connected firmly to the en- gine block or to the engine block itself.  Introduction Starting engine This chapter contains information on the following subjects:...
  • Page 203 Attach the tow rope or the tow bar to the towing eyes » page 201 Front towing eye » page 202 to the detachable ball head of the towing device » page 153. WARNING The tow rope must not be twisted as it may in certain circumstances re- ■...

  • Page 204: Remote Control And Removable Light

    Use the built-in detachable ball rod for towing » page 153, Hitch. Rear towing eye Towing the vehicle using the towing device is a viable alternative solution to using the towing eye. If the towing device is removed completely, it must be replaced with the standard reinforcement of the rear bumper which is part of the mount for the towing eye.
  • Page 205 › Press any button on the remote control key. Replacing the battery in the remote control key › Pressing of the button means that the door will unlock with the key within 1 minute. replace battery in the remote control the auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating) Fig.

  • Page 206: Emergency Unlocking/Locking

    replace batteries of the removable lights Unlocking/locking the driver's door Fig. 177 Fig. 178 Taking out the lamp Handle on the driver's door: Cov- ered key cylinder  Read and observe on page 202 first. The driver's door can be unlocked or locked in an emergency. ›...

  • Page 207: Replacing Windscreen Wiper Blades

    Emergency locking » Fig. 179 Selector lever-emergency unlocking Cover Door locked  Door unlocked  Before using the emergency closing mechanism, remove cover » Fig. 179. After use, reinstall the cover into the corresponding hole in the door. After closing the locked door, it cannot be opened from the outside. The door is unlocked by pulling on the door opening lever and is then opened from the outside.
  • Page 208 CAUTION Replacing front windscreen wipers If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the windscreen. Replacing the rear window wiper blade Fig. 182 Windscreen wiper blade  Read and observe on page 205 first. When in the rest position, the wiper arms cannot be fold down from the wind- Fig.

  • Page 209: Fuses And Light Bulbs

    CAUTION Fuses and light bulbs “Never repair” fuses, and do not replace them with fuses of a higher amper- ■ age – risk of fire! This may also cause damage at another part of the electrical Fuses system.  If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, have the electrical Introduction ■...
  • Page 210 › Re-insert the cover of the fuse box . Power consumer Instrument cluster controller for electro-mechanical power steer- Assignment of the fuses in the dash panel ing, control unit for data bus  Read and observe on page 207 first. Central locking system and bonnet lid Rear power window Power consumer...

  • Page 211: Bulbs

    Replacing fuses Power consumer › Turn the securing bracket » Fig. 185 in direction of the arrow. Vehicle voltage control unit, right headlight, right tail light The symbol is displayed behind the catches. . Horn › Remove the cover. Amplifier for digital sound processor ›...
  • Page 212 Some manual skills are required to change a bulb. For this reason, we recom- Bulb arrangement in the headlights mend having bulbs replaced by a specialist garage or seeking other expert help in the event of any uncertainties. Fig. 186 ›...
  • Page 213 › Disconnect the relevant connector with the light bulb in the direction of ar- Remove the protective grille for fog lights - sensor plug for » Fig. 187. parking assistance › Remove the connector to the bulb in the direction of arrow ›...
  • Page 214 The protective grille must engage firmly. Replacing the bulb for the fog lights CAUTION For vehicles with parking assistance, we recommend that after changing the light bulb in the fog lights, the system is checked by a specialist. Replacing the bulb for the licence plate light Fig.
  • Page 215 Rear Light Replacing bulbs in rear light Fig. 193 Remove light / pull out connector Fig. 194 Inner part of the light: Ground light  Read and observe on page 210 first. Removing › Open the tailgate. › Use the screwdriver from the tool kit »...
  • Page 216 Light with LED diodes › Unlock the bulb holder using the locking latches marked with ar- rows » Fig. 195 and remove the bulb holder from the light. › Turn the respective light bulb » Fig. 195 until it stops counter-clockwise and remove it from the bulb holder.

  • Page 217: Technical Data

    The vehicle data sticker contains the following data. Technical data Vehicle identification number (VIN) Technical data Vehicle type Gearbox code/paint number/interior equipment/engine output/engine Vehicle data code Partial vehicle description  Introduction Type plate This chapter contains information on the following subjects: The type plate »...
  • Page 218 The operating weight also contains the weight of the driver (75 kg), the weight Note of the operating fluids, the tool kit, and a fuel tank filled to 90 % capacity. The fuel consumption and emission levels given on the ŠKODA websites or in ■...
  • Page 219 Dimensions Fig. 197 Principle sketch: Vehicle dimensions Vehicle dimensions (mm) » Fig. 197 Specification Yeti Yeti Outdoor Basic dimension 1691 1691 Height Vehicles with the 1.2 l/77 kW TSI engine. 1671 1691 Vehicles with the 1.6 l/77 kW TSI engine. 1671 1671 Front track...
  • Page 220 angle and gradeability Overhang angle Transition from the horizontal plane to an upward slope or from a downward slope back to the plane. The angle indication determines the angle at which you can drive the vehicle down the embankment, at a slow speed, without the bumper or the under body of the vehicle touching the ground.
  • Page 221 Vehicle-specific details per engine type The specified values have been determined in accordance with rules and under conditions set out by legal or technical requirements for determining operational and technical data for motor vehicles. 1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI engine Output (kW at 1/rpm) Maximum torque (Nm at 1/rpm) Number of cylinders/displacement (cm 77/5000...
  • Page 222 1.6 l/81 kW MPI engine Output (kW at 1/rpm) Maximum torque (Nm at 1/rpm) Number of cylinders / displacement (cm 81/5800 155/3800 4/1598 Performance and Weights Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 11.8 13.3 Operating weight (in kg) 1320 1345 Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)
  • Page 223 1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR engine Output (kW at 1/rpm) Maximum torque (Nm at 1/rpm) Number of cylinders / displacement (cm 77/4400 250/1500-2500 4/1598 Performance and Weights DSG7 Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 12.1 12.2 Operating weight (in kg) 1410 1445 Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)
  • Page 224 2.0 ltr./103 kW TDI CR engine Number of cylinders/displace- Output (kW at 1/rpm) Maximum torque (Nm at 1/rpm) ment (cm 103/4200 320/1750-2500 4/1968 Performance and Weights MG6 4 x 4 DSG6 4 x 4 Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (s) 10.2 Operating weight (in kg) 1465...

  • Page 225: Index

    Head airbag Index Indicator light Knee airbag Park assist Modifications and damage to the airbag system 162 Parking aid Side airbag START-STOP abroad lead-free petrol Airbag system Auto Check Control Abroad Air conditioning Headlights Air distribution control Automatic driving lamp control Climatronic Automatic gearbox manual air conditioning...
  • Page 226 Belt tensioners Checks Statutory checks Bonnet Camera Closing Children and safety Lens care Opening Child safety Camera lens Boot Side airbag care Class N1 vehicles Child safety lock Car computer See Boot lid Child safety seat See multifunction display Boot lid Use of child safety seats Care and maintenance automatic locking...
  • Page 227 Cleaning the vehicle exterior coolant Delayed locking of the boot lid Camera lens warning light see boot lid Cavity protection warning messages Diesel Door locking cylinder Coolant refer to Fuel Headlight glasses Checking diesel - Under-body protection Replenishing particulate filter wheels Temperature gauge Diesel fuel...
  • Page 228 Maximum speed Unlocking the driver's door Films off of made-up roads Unlocking the tailgate Fire extinguisher Driving in emergency equipment First aid kit Brake linings reflective vest Flexible storage compartment engine Emergency equipment Floor covering Tyres Fire extinguisher in the luggage compartment Driving off of made-up roads First aid kit fog lights...
  • Page 229 refer to Fuel Hands-free system Information messages Refuelling Voice control see KESSY Fuel consumption 136, 216 Hazard warning light system Information system Compass point display fuel filter Display a low temperature warning messages Head airbag Door warning Fuel reserve Headlight cleaning system Gear recommendation Warning light Headlight cleaning system...
  • Page 230 Replacing bulbs Flexible storage compartment Travel mode floor covering on both sides KESSY foldable hook Lights Information messages Net partition Adaptive headlights (AFS) Locking removable light Automatic driving lamp control Starting the engine Side storage compartments Daylight running Switching off the engine Unlocking the tailgate Fog lights Switch off ignition...
  • Page 231 Mirror Parking vehicle Exterior mirrors Information messages Parking Make-up See Engine oil Part replacement Mirrors Oil pressure Passive safety Interior mirror Information messages Before setting off Mobile phone 111, 114, 116 On-board computer Driving safety Connecting to the hands-free system 114, 116 See multifunction display Safety equipment...
  • Page 232 Rear-view mirror replace - batteries of the lights Seals Exterior mirrors Vehicle care Replacing Fold in passenger mirror bulb for fog lights Seat Synchronous adjustment of the rear-view mir- Bulb for the licence plate light Front seat adjustment Bulb in rear light Seat belt Rear fog light Fuses...
  • Page 233 Opening and tilting Storage Technical data Operation Storage box Telephone 114, 116 Snow chains Storage compartment Through-loading bag spare Glasses compartment Tiptronic in the front centre console Spare tire pressure monitor in the rear centre console change display on the dash panel spare wheel setting on the front passenger side...
  • Page 234 Tyre inflation pressure Using the variable loading floor with a spare Vehicle data sticker Warning light wheel Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Tyre load-bearing capacity Vehicle data sticker and nameplate see Wheels Vehicle dimensions Tyre repair Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Variable loading floor Check pressure Removing and fitting carrier rails...
  • Page 235 wheels Winter operation spare wheel De-icing window Snow chains Wheels Winter tyres Changing Full trim Winter tyres General information See Wheels Load index Wiper blades Replacing wheels Wipers Service life of tyres Maintaining wiper blades Snow chains Wiping interval Speed symbol WLAN Storing wheels MAXI DOT...
  • Page 236 ŠKODA AUTO a.s. pursues a policy of constant product and model develop- Reprinting, duplicating, translating and any other use, either in whole or in ment. We trust that you will understand that changes to models in terms of part, is not permitted without the written consent of ŠKODA AUTO a.s.. shape, equipment and engineering, may be introduced at any time.
  • Page 238 You also can do something for the environment! The fuel consumption of your ŠKODA and the related pollutant emissions are determined crucially on how you drive. The noise and the wear of the vehicle depend on the way how you deal with your vehicle.

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