Braking; Manual Gear Changing And Pedals - Skoda Yeti Owner's Manual

Low brake fluid level
An insufficient level of brake fluid may result in problems in the brake system. The
level of the brake fluid is monitored electronically
Brake booster
The brake booster increases the pressure generated with the brake pedal. The
brake booster only operates when the engine is running.
Handbrake
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 119.
Apply
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Pull the handbrake lever firmly upwards.
Loosening
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Pull the handbrake lever up slightly and at the same time push in the locking
button » Fig. 103.
›
Move the lever right down while pressing the lock button.
The handbrake indicator light lights up when the handbrake is applied, provi-
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ded the ignition is on.
A warning signal sounds if the vehicle is inadvertently driven off with the hand-
brake applied.
The following is displayed in the information display:
Release parking brake!
The handbrake warning is activated if the vehicle is driven at a speed of more
than 6 km/h for more than 3 seconds.
120
Driving
» page 19, Braking system.
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Fig. 103
Centre console: Handbrake

Manual gear changing and pedals

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
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Manual gear changing
Pedals
Manual gear changing
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First read and observe the introductory information given on page 120.
Always depress the clutch pedal fully when changing gear, to prevent excessive
wear of the clutch.
The gear recommendation must be observed when changing gear
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal
and hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before reverse gear is engaged to
avoid any shift noises.
The reversing lights will come on once reverse gear is engaged, provided the igni-
tion is on.
WARNING
Never engage reverse gear when driving – risk of accident!
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120
121
Fig. 104
The shift pattern: 5-gear or 6-
gear manual transmission
» page 11.
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