Skoda Yeti 2013 User Manual

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ŠKODA Yeti Owner's Manual

Layout of this Owner's Manual (explanations)

This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to search for and obtain the information you require.

Chapters, table of contents and subject index

The text of the Owner's manual is divided into relatively short sections which are combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular moment is always specified on the bottom right of the page.

The Table of contents is arranged according to the chapters and the detailed Sub- ject index at the end of the Owner's Manual helps you to rapidly find the information you are looking for.

Direction indications

All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of travel of the vehicle.

Units of measurement

All values are expressed in metric units.

Explanation of symbols

 Denotes a reference to a section with important information and safety

advice in a chapter.

 Denotes the end of a section.

 Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.

 Indicates situations where the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possi-

ble.

® Denotes a registered trademark.

 Indicates the texts displayed in the MAXI DOT screen.  Indicates the texts shown in the segment display.

Display

In this owner's manual, the screen on the MAXI DOT display is used as the display illustration, provided it is not otherwise stated.

Notes

WARNING

The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.

CAUTION

A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle (e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.

For the sake of the environment

An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects. This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consumption.

Note

A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation of your vehicle.

Documentation of vehicle delivery

Date of delivery/first registrationa) (VIN)

Vehicle identification number

I confirm that I have taken delivery of the specified vehicle in good condition, have received information on how to operate it correctly, and have had the terms of the warranty explained to me.

(whichever comes first).

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stamp and signature of the seller

ŠKODA partner

Signature of the customer

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ŠKODA extended warranty

Limitations of the ŠKODA extended warranty

Years:

km:

(whichever comes first).

Stamp of ŠKODA Partner

Valid from:

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 Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.

If you have any questions about your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA Partner. We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at all times. Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to only as ŠKODA or manufacturer)

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Terms used

The on-board literature contains the following terms relating to the service work for your vehicle.

“Specialist garage” - a company that carries out specialist service tasks for

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ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA Service Partner, or an independent workshop. “ŠKODA Service Partner” - A workshop that has been contractually authorized

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by the manufacturer ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to perform service tasks on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts. “ŠKODA Partner” - A company that has been authorized by the manufacturer

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ŠKODA AUTO a.s. or its sales partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable, to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.

Owner's Manual

These operating instructions apply to all body variants of the vehicle and to all related models.

This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.

Consequently, your vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment com- ponents described in this Owner's Manual.

The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the vehicle. More information is available from the ŠKODA Partner from whom you bought the vehicle.

The illustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended for general information.

Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars 5

Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended warranty

Abbreviations

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

Instruments and Indicator Lights 10

Instrument cluster Warning lights

Information system 23

Driver information system Multifunction display (MFD) 25 MAXI DOT display Service interval display

Unlocking and opening 32

Unlocking and locking KESSY 38 Anti-theft alarm system Luggage compartment lid Electric power windows 41 Panorama sliding/tilting roof

Lights and visibility 47

Lights Interior lights Visibility 55 Windscreen wipers and washers Rear mirror 58

28 30

39 40

47 53

Seats and useful equipment 61

Front seats 61 Front seat functions 64 Head restraints 66 Rear seats 67 Practical equipment 70 Luggage compartment 81

Variable loading floor in the luggage compartment (Estate) 88

Roof rack system 90

Heating and air-conditioning 91

Heating, ventilation, cooling 91 Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and

ventilation)

Communication and multimedia

General information 100

Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II

Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl 105 Wi-Fi

Voice control Multimedia 113

Driving

Starting-off and Driving

Steering 117 Starting and stopping the engine using the

key Starting and stopping the engine - KESSY 120 Brakes Manual gear changing and pedals 125 Automatic transmission Running in Economical driving and environmental

sustainability 130 Water crossing and drive outside paved roads 134 Driving abroad

Assist systems 136

Brake assist systems 136 OFF ROAD-mode 138 Parking aid 140 Optical Parking Assist (Rear view camera) 141 Park assist 143 Cruise Control System 147 START-STOP 149 Fatigue detection (break recommendation) 151

Towing a trailer 152

Towing device 152 Trailer 156

Safety

100

Passive Safety 160

General information

103

Correct seated position

109

Seat belts 164

110

Using seat belts Inertia reels and belt tensioners 167

Airbag system

Description of the airbag system Airbag overview 170

117

Deactivating airbags

Transporting children safely 177

118

Child seat Fastening systems

124

General Maintenance

126

Vehicle care

129

Service intervals Service work, adjustments and technical

alterations Washing your car

135

160

161

164

169 169

175

177

180

182 182

184

187

Table of Contents

Taking care of your vehicle exterior 189 Taking care of the interior 192

Inspecting and replenishing 196

Fuel 196 Engine compartment 199 Engine oil 202 Coolant 204 Brake fluid 206 Vehicle battery 207

Wheels 212

Tyres and wheel rims 212 Winter operation 217

Do-it-yourself

Emergency equipment and self-help 219

Emergency equipment Changing a wheel Tyre repair 224 Jump-starting Towing the vehicle 228 Remote control and removable light Emergency unlocking/locking Emergency operation of the sliding/tilting roof 234 Replacing windscreen wiper blades

Fuses and light bulbs 236

Fuses Bulbs

219 221

226

230 232

234

236 238

Technical data

Vehicle data

244 244

Index

Table of Contents

Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

Materials defect liability

Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in accordance with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.

ŠKODA warranty for new cars

As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. grants you the ŠKODA warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),” according to the conditions described below.

As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. will guarantee the following services:

Repair of damage to your vehicle that occurs within two years from the start of

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the ŠKODA warranty; Repair of paint damage to your vehicle that occurs within three years from the

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start of the ŠKODA warranty; Repair of rust perforation to the bodywork of your vehicle that occurs within

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twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only rust perforation of body sheets from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of rust perforation to bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.

The warranty starts on the date on which the original purchaser acquires the vehicle upon purchasing it from the ŠKODA Partner or the date of first registration. Whichever event occurs first and is recorded by the ŠKODA Partner in the service schedule accordingly is the one that applies.

Repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by restoring it. Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.

There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particular, there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a courtesy vehicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.

If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner in a country of the European Economic Area (i.e. the countries of the European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) or in Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner in one of these countries.

If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner outside the European Economic Area and Switzerland.

One of the conditions for service from the ŠKODA warranty is that all service work has been carried out in a timely and adequate manner and in accordance with the manufacturer's provisions. It must be proven that service work has been carried out properly and in accordance with the manufacturer's provisions when raising a claim from the ŠKODA warranty. In the event of a missed service or failure to carry out a service according to the manufacturer's provisions, you may still be entitled to warranty claims as long as you can prove that the missed service or the failure to carry out a service according to the manufacturer's provisions was not the cause of the fault.

Natural wear and tear to your vehicle is not covered by the ŠKODA warranty. The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or conversions provided by third-parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The same applies to accessories that are not factory installed and/or delivered.

In addition, this warranty does not apply if the fault was caused by one of the following:

Unauthorized use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or over-

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loading), improper care and maintenance or unapproved modification to your vehicle; Non-compliance with provisions in the service schedule and the Owner's Man-

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ual or other factory-supplied instructions; External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.);

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Parts fitted on or in the vehicle, whose use has not been approved by ŠKODA

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AUTO a.s., or modification of the vehicle in a manner not approved by ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (e.g. tuning); Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist garage

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or was not rectified properly. It is the customer's responsibility to prove that it was not the cause. This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from mate-

rials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims from product liability laws.

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Materials defect liability and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended warranty

Mobility warranty

The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your vehicle. As part of the mobility warranty, if your car breaks down when you are on the

move as a result of an unexpected fault, you can access services to ensure your continued mobility. These services include the following: Breakdown service at the breakdown location and towing to the ŠKODA Service Partner, technical assistance by phone or on-site operation.

If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner may provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation (bus, train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.

More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobility warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They will also provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility warranty with respect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility warranty coverage available for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA Service Partner about the possibility of a subsequent agreement.

Note

The mobility warranty is only available for some countries.

Optional ŠKODA extended warranty

If you received a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car, the two-year ŠKODA warranty for damages to your ŠKODA vehicle will be extended to your chosen duration or until the specified mileage limit has been reached, whichever occurs first.

The previously mentioned paint warranty and the warranty against rust perforation are unaffected by the extended warranty.

Detailed conditions for the extended warranty are included in the extended warranty terms and conditions, which your ŠKODA Partner will have given to you upon purchasing your new car.

Note

The mobility warranty and optional ŠKODA extended warranty are only available for some countries.

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Mobility warranty and ŠKODA extended warranty

Abbreviations

Abbreviation Definition

rpm Engine revolutions per minute

ABS Anti-lock brake system

AF Multi-purpose vehicles

APN Access Point Name - the name of an access point for the WiFi

network

TCS Traction control

CO2 in g/km discharged quantity of carbon dioxide in grams per driven kilo-

meter DPF Diesel particle filter DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox DSR Active driver-steering recommendation EDL Electronic differential lock ECE Economic Commission for Europe EPC EPC fault light ESC Electronic Stability Control

EU European Union

GSM Groupe Spécial Mobile - a digital network of mobile devices for

the transmission of voice and data HFP Hands-free profile - connection of a mobile device by means of

its Bluetooth® profile

kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for the engine output MG Manual gearbox

MFD Multifunction display

N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-

tion of goods

Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque PIN Personal Identification Number - personal identification num-

ber for the connection of electronic devices using Bluetooth

or WiFi

rSAP Remote SIM Access Profile - remote transmission of SIM data

Abbreviation Definition

SSP simple security pairing - connection of two devices using Blue-

TDI CR Diesel engine with turbocharging and common rail injection

TSA Trailer stabilisation

TSI Petrol engine with turbocharging and direct injection

UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunication System - the next evolu-

WLAN Wireless Local Area Network - wireless connection of elec-

tooth® profile

system

tion of the GSM network (3G)

tronic devices for data transfer (WiFi)

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Abbreviations

Fig. 1

Using the system

Cockpit

Using the system

Cockpit

Overview

Door opening lever 37

Electric exterior mirror adjustment 59

Parking ticket holder 71

Air outlet vents 92

Operating lever:

Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher 49

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Speed regulating system 147

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Steering wheel:

With horn

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With driver’s front airbag

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With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile

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phone

Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights

Operating lever:

Windscreen wiper and wash system

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Multifunction display 25

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Information system 23

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Air outlet vents

Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag 176

Switch for hazard warning lights

Storage compartment on the dash panel 71

Interior mirror

Depending on equipment fitted:

Radio

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Navigation system

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Storage compartment on the front passenger side

Front passenger airbag

Air outlet vents

Power window in the front passenger door 43

Door opening lever

Electric windows 41

Fuse box (on side of dash panel) 236

Light switch 47

Bonnet release lever 200

Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the headlight beam range adjustment

Lever for adjusting the steering wheel 117

Ignition lock 119

Pedals 126

Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:

 START STOP

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Traction control TCS 137



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

Electronic Stability Control ESC 136

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

Parking aid 140

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

OFF ROAD-mode 138

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

Tyre control display 215

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Park Assist



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171

100

78 171 92

Handbrake lever 125

Central locking system

Depending on equipment fitted:

Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) 125

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Selector lever (automatic gearbox)

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Storage compartment 72

Depending on equipment fitted:

Operating controls for the heating

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Operating controls for the air conditioning system 94

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Operating controls for Climatronic

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Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front passenger storage compartment)

Note

The arrangement of the controls and switches and the location of some items on right-hand drive models may differ from that shown in » Fig. 1. The symbols on the controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.

53, 48

149

143

127

176

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Cockpit

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Instrument cluster

Introduction

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This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Overview

Revolutions counter 11 Speedometer 11 Coolant temperature gauge 11 Display 12 Fuel gauge 12 Counter for distance driven 13 Display of the second speed Auto Check Control

Fault display

If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in the display. Have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist garage.

WARNING

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Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-

sponsible for road safety.

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Never operate the controls in the instrument cluster while driving, only

when the vehicle is stationary!

Overview

Fig. 2 Instrument cluster

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Revolutions counter with warning lights » page 11

Speedometer with warning lights » page 11

Button for display mode:

› › ›

Coolant temperature gauge » page 11

Display » page 12:

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› › › ›

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

Time settings » page 13 Enable/disable the display of the second speed1) » page 13 Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remaining until the next service1) » page 30

With counter for distance driven » page 13 With service interval display » page 30 With digital clock » page 13 With information system » page 23

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Applies to vehicles with a segment display.

Using the system

Fuel gauge » page 12

Button for:

Reset daily trip counter » page 13

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Setting the time

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Enable / disable the mode selected by means of the 3 key

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Revolutions counter

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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The red scale of the revolution counter 1 » Fig. 2 on page 10 indicates the range in which the system begins to limit the engine speed. The system automatically restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.

You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolution counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.

Follow the recommended gear to prevent engine speeds that are too high or too low » page 24.

Speedometer

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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Warning against excessive speeds

An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h1). The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below 120 km/h.

Coolant temperature gauge

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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The coolant temperature gauge » Fig. 3 only operates when the ignitions is switched on.

Cold range

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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 mid-range of the scale. At very high ambient temperatures or heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.

High temperature range

If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too

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high. Further information » page 16.

Fig. 3

Coolant temperature gauge

CAUTION

Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.

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This function only applies to certain countries.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

Display

Fig. 4

Display types

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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The instrument cluster can have one of the following types of display » Fig. 4.



Segment display MAXI DOT display



CAUTION

Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when cleaning) to prevent any possible damage. On vehicles with the KESSY system, switch off the ignition and open the driver's door.

Fuel gauge

Fig. 5

Fuel gauge

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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The fuel gauge » Fig. 5 only operates if the ignition is switched on. The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres or 60 litres 1). If the amount of fuel

reaches the reserve area (the pointer reaches the red scale range), the indicator symbol is illuminated  » page 20 .

CAUTION

Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring. This can result in considerable damage to parts of the engine and the exhaust system.

Note

After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indicates approx. a fraction less. When stopping or during less dynamic driving, the fuel gauge displays the correct fuel level again. This is not a fault.

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Valid for Yeti 4x4.

Using the system

Counter for distance driven

In vehicles equipped with the MAXI DOT display, it is also possible to set the clock in the Time menu » page 29, Settings.

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Fig. 6

Segment display / MAXI DOT display

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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Daily trip counter (trip)

The daily trip counter A » Fig. 6 indicates the distance since the counter was last reset - in intervals of 100 metres or 1/10 of a mile.

Reset daily trip counter

Press and hold the 7 » Fig. 2 on page 10 button.

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Odometer

The odometer

» Fig. 6 displays the total distance the vehicle has travelled.

Note

If the second speed display is enabled on vehicles with a segment display, this speed will be shown instead of the odometer.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.



The clock is set with the buttons 3 and 7 » Fig. 2 on page 10. Select the display that you wish to change with the button 3 and carry out the

change with the button

Display of the second speed

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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The display can show the current speed in mph1). 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. speed dis. menu item » page 29, Settings.

Segment display

Press the 3 » Fig. 2 on page 10 key repeatedly until the odometer display flash-

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es » page 13. Press the 7 key while the display flashes.

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The second speed is displayed instead of the odometer. The display of the second speed can be disabled in the same way.

Auto Check Control

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 10.

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

Vehicle condition

Certain functions and conditions of individual vehicle systems are checked continuously when the ignition is switched on.

Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT display. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the symbols in the MAXI DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster » page 14.

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For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.

Instruments and Indicator Lights

The menu item Vehicle status is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT display 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 displayed.

Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT display











Problem with the engine oil pressure

If the  symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maximum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.



Clutches of the automatic gearbox are too hot

A  symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the automatic gearbox DSG clutches is too high.

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner's manual!

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

Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait until the  icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your journey as soon as the symbol disappears.

Engine oil pressure too low » page 17

Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor faulty

Problem with engine oil pressure » page 14

Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG are too hot

» page 203

» page 14

WARNING

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 lights » page 52. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

Note

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If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 23, Using the information system .

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As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.

Warning lights



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:



Handbrake



Brake system 15



Seat belt warning light



Generator



Door open 16



Coolant 16



Boot lid 17

 

Power steering

 

Engine oil



Traction Control System (ASR) 18



Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 18



Traction control (ASR) switched off 19



Antilock brake system (ABS)



Rear fog light



Bulb failure 19



Exhaust inspection system



Glow plug system (diesel engine)



Engine performance check (petrol engine)



Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)



Fuel reserve 20



Airbag system



Tyre inflation pressure



Windscreen washer fluid level

20 20

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15 16

17 17

19 19

21 21

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Using the system

  Turn signal system 21  Fog lights

 Cruise control system 22

 Selector lever lock



OFF ROADmode 22

 Main beam

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 illuminate briefly as a func-

tion test. If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few sec-

onds after switching on the ignition.

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.

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The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. The following warning instructions must be followed at all times when working in the engine compartment » page 199, Engine compartment.

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Handbrake

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The indicator light  comes on if the handbrake 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. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Release parking brake!

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 Brake system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



If the warning light  lights up, the brake fluid level in the brake system is too low.

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Brake fluid: Owner's manual!



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake fluid » page 206.

If the warning light  lights up together with the warning light , there is a problem with the ABS.

WARNING

■

If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning light system » page 52. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

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The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level » page 199, Engine compartment.

■

If the warning light  is displayed simultaneously with warning light

 » page 19,  Antilock brake system (ABS),  do not continue your jour-

ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.

■

A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance -



risk of accident!



Seat belt warning light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.

The warning light  goes out once the driver or front passenger has fastened their seat belt.

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

Instruments and Indicator Lights

If the driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt and the vehicle speed is more than 20 km/h, the warning light  flashes and you will hear an acoustic signal.

If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next 90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the indicator light  lights up permanently.

Further information » page 164, Seat belts.

 Generator

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



If the indicator light lights up  when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is not being charged.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. The electrical system requires checking.

on page 14.

WARNING

CAUTION

If the  indicator light (cooling system fault) lights up in addition to the  indicator light while driving,  do not continue driving! Stop the engine - there is a risk of engine damage! Seek help from a specialist garage.



Door open

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The indicator light  comes on, if one or several doors are opened. The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning

light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes.

On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon on the display » page 25 .

WARNING

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



lights » page 52. The warning triangle must be set up at the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.

 Coolant

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



If the warning light  lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low.

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Check coolant! Owner's manual!



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant level » page 205.

›

If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir » page 206.

›

If the indicator light  disappears after adding coolant and switching on the ig-

›

nition, you may continue your journey. If the coolant level is within the specified range, but the indicator light  is still

›

illuminated, check the fuse for the radiator fan and replace it if necessa-

ry » page 237, Fuses in the engine compartment. If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the indicator light  is still illu-

›

minated,  do not continue your journey!

Seek help from a specialist garage.

›





Using the system

WARNING

■

Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.

■

Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on automatically even if the ignition is off.

If the indicator light  lights up, this indicates a complete failure of the power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces). Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Further information » page 118, Power steering.

WARNING



tance - observe the national legal provisions when doing so.



Boot lid

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The indicator light  comes on if the boot lid is opened. The warning light comes on even when the ignition is switched off. The warning

light lights up for a maximum of 5 minutes. On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon on

the display » page 25 .

WARNING

 

Power steering

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



If the indicator light  lights up, this indicates a partial failure of the power steering and the steering forces can be greater. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Note

If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning 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 system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

 

Engine oil

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 14.

ings



The warning light  lights up red (low oil pressure)

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Oil pressure: Engine off! Owner's manual!



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine



oil » page 203. If the warning light flashes,  do not drive any further , even if the oil level is

correct! Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed. Seek help from a specialist garage.

The warning light  lights up yellow (oil quantity too low)

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Check oil level!



Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the engine oil » page 203.

Instruments and Indicator Lights





The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 seconds. If no engine oil has been replenished, the warning light will come on again after driving about 100 km.

The warning light  flashes yellow (engine oil level sensor faulty)

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Oil sensor: Workshop!



If the engine oil level sensor is faulty, the warning light  flashes several times and an audible signal sounds when the ignition is turned on.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

WARNING



Traction Control System (ASR)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  flashes to show that the ASR is currently operating. If the warning light  illuminates, there is a fault in the ASR. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Error: traction control (ASR)



Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. If the warning light  comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be switch-

ed 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.

Further information » page 137, Traction Control System (TCS).

Note

If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator 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 system. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  flashes to show that the ESC is currently operating. If the warning light  illuminates, there is a fault in the ESC. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.





Error: stabilization control (ESC)

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. 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.

›

If the indicator light  does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on, the ESR is fully functional again.

Further information » page 136, Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

Note



Using the system

 Traction control (ASR) switched off

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  lights up when the ASR is turned off by pressing the Symbol key  » page 137, Traction Control System (TCS) or  » page 136, Electronic Sta- bility Control (ESC) .

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Traction control (ASR) is deactivated.





Antilock brake system (ABS)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the ABS. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Error: ABS



The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately. Further information » page 137, Antilock brake system (ABS).

WARNING

■

If the warning light  » page 15 is displayed together with warning light ,

 do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.

■

A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance – risk of accident!

 Rear fog light

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  comes on when the rear fog light is switched on. Further information » page 51.

 Bulb failure



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



The indicator light  lights up if a bulb is faulty. The indicator light  lights up within a few seconds after switching on the igni-

tion or when a light with a faulty bulb is switched on. The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display.



INFORMATION Check front right low beam!



Exhaust inspection system



If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Glow plug system (diesel engine)





The warning light  lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Once the light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.

There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light  does not come on at all or lights up continuously.

on page 14.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.





Instruments and Indicator Lights

If the indicator light  begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Engine performance check (petrol engine)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



If the indicator light  lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



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.

If the indicator light  lights up, soot has accumulated in the filter. To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »

least 15 minutes or until the indicator light  goes out.

4 or 5 Gear engaged (automatic transmission: position S).



Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.



Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.



If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon  goes out. If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light  does not go out and the

warning light  begins to flash. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Diesel particle 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 indicator light  also lights up.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

on page 14.

, drive as follows for at

WARNING

■

The diesel particle filter achieves very high temperatures. Therefore do not



park in areas where the hot filter can come into direct contact with dry grass or other combustible materials – there is the risk of fire!

■

Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic conditions. The recommendations indicated by the indicator light must not tempt you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.

CAUTION

■

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 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

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The indicator light  will come on if the fuel level is less than 10.5 litres. An audible signal sounds as a warning signal. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Please refuel. Range: ... km



Note

The text in the display goes out only after refuelling and driving a short distance.



Using the system

 Airbag system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



If the warning light  lights up, there is a fault in the airbag system. The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Error: Airbag



The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, including when one of the airbags is switched off.

If a front, side or head airbag or belt tensioner has been switched off using the vehicle system tester:

The warning  lights up for approx. 4 seconds after switching on the ignition

›

and then flashes again for approx. 12 seconds.

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Airbag / belt tensioner deactivated.



If the air bag was switched off using the key-operated switch on the side of the dash panel on the passenger side:

The indicator light  comes on for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been

›

switched on; Switched off airbags are indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the indica-

›

tor light

 

in the display

  

coming on » page 176.

WARNING

If there is a fault in the airbag system, have it checked immediately by a specialist garage. Otherwise, there is a risk of the system not being activated in the event of an accident.

 Tyre inflation pressure

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  lights up, if there is a substantial drop in inflation pressure in one of the tyres. Check and adjust the pressure in all tyres » page 213.

An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.

If the warning light  flashes, there is a fault in the system.

Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.

Further information » page 215, Tyre pressure monitor.

Note

If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning 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 system. Seek

assistance from a specialist garage immediately.



Windscreen washer fluid level

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the indicator light  comes on.

The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.

Top up wash fluid!



Top up with liquid » page 205.

 



Either the left  or right  indicator light flashes depending on the position of



the control lever.

If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice its

normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.

Switching off the hazard indicator light system is switched on will cause all of the

turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.

Further information » page 49.

on page 14.

Turn signal system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-

on page 14.

ings



Instruments and Indicator Lights

 Fog lights

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  comes on when the fog lights are operating. Further information » page 51.

 Cruise control system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings



The warning light  comes on when the cruise control is active. Further information » page 147.



Selector lever lock



If the indicator light  lights up, operate the brake pedal. Further information » page 127, Modes and use of selector lever.



OFF ROADmode



When the indicator light  is lit, then the conditions for the engagement of OFF ROAD mode are met » page 138 .

When the indicator  flashes, it indicates the hill descent assistant is currently engaged.

Further information » page 138, OFF ROAD-mode.

on page 14.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.

 Main beam

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 14.



The warning light  comes on when the main beam is selected or when the headlight flasher is operated.



Further information » page 49.



Using the system

Information system

Driver information system

Introduction



This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Using the information system

Ice warning 24 Gear recommendation 24 Door, boot or engine compartment warning 25 Compass point display 25

The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about individual vehicle systems. This information and advice is shown in the instrument

cluster display or indicated by the illumination of the corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the information system provides the following advice and information.

Ice warning » page 24.

›

Recommended gear » page 24.

›

Door, boot lid or bonnet warning » page 25.

›

Compass display » page 25.

›

Data relating to the multi-function display (MFD) » page 25.

›

Warning against excessive speeds » page 27.

›

Data relating to the Maxi DOT display » page 28.

›

Service interval display » page 30.

›

Auto Check Control » page 13.

›

Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox » page 127.

›

WARNING

Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully responsible for the operation of your vehicle.

Using the information system

Fig. 7 Buttons/dial: on the operating lever / on the multifunction steering wheel

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 23.



Some functions of the information system can be operated using the buttons on

the multifunction steering wheel » Fig. 7 .

Description of the operation

Button/

di-

» Fig. 7



Action Operation

Briefly push up or down Select data Briefly push up or down Set data values

Press and hold button

Press briefly Show data Press briefly Confirm data

Press briefly

Press and hold button

Open main menu in the

MAXI DOT display » page 28

to go back one level in the menu of the

MAXI DOT display » page 28

Open main menu in the

MAXI DOT display » page 28



Information system

Button/

di-

» Fig. 7

Action Operation

Turn upwards or down-

wards

Turn upwards or down-

wards Press briefly Show data Press briefly Confirm data

Set data values

Select data

Ice warning

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 23.



Prompt in the MAXI DOT display

If the outside temperature while driving drops to below +4°C, the following icon appears on the display in front of the temperature display . An audible signal is emitted.

If the outside temperature is already below +4°C when turning the ignition on, the  icon appears immediately. An audible signal is emitted.

Prompt in the segment display

If the outside temperature while driving drops to below +4°C, the temperature display will show up with the following icon before this occurs . An audible signal is emitted.

If the outside temperature is already below +4°C when turning the ignition on, the temperature display and the  icon appear immediately. An audible signal is emitted.

After pressing Button shown.

» Fig. 7 on page 23, the most recently displayed data is

WARNING

Even at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road surface! Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display that there is no ice on the road.

Gear recommendation



First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 23.



Information on the selected gear

The currently engaged gear A is shown in the display » Fig. 8.

Recommended gear

In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into another gear is indicated in the display.

If the system recognises that it is beneficial to change gear, an arrow played. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether you should shift into a higher or lower gear.

The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual transmission or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode (Tiptronic).

For vehicles with manual transmission, the gear.

Fig. 8

Information on the selected gear / Gear recommendation

display indicates the recommended

is dis-





On vehicles with a segment display, the B arrow is displayed behind the C specification.

Using the system

WARNING

The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving situations, such as overtaking.

For the sake of the environment

Correct shifting up has the following advantages.

■

It helps to reduce fuel consumption.

■

It reduces the operating noise.

■

It protects the environment.

■

It benefits the durability and reliability of the engine.

Compass point display

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 23.



For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system, an abbreviation for each point of the compass (depending on the current direction of travel) is shown on the top left-hand corner of the 1)display.

The compass point display only operates when the ignition is switched on.



Multifunction display (MFD)



Door, boot or engine compartment warning

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 23.



Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display

If at least one door, the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates the relevant

open door, boot or bonnet vehicle icon.

Vehicles with a segment display

If at least one door or the tailgate is open, the  warning light in the instrument cluster lights up » page 16.

If at least one door or the tailgate is open, the  warning light in the instrument cluster lights up » page 17.

An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h when a door is open.

Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects: Memory

Information overview Warning at excessive speeds 28

The driving data is displayed on the multifunction display.

The multifunction display only operates if the ignition is switched on. After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before switching off the ignition is displayed.

For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the menu item MFD must be selected and confirmed in the main menu » page 28, MAXI DOT display.

On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, there is an option to fade out some of the



information » page 29, Settings.

WARNING

■

Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-

sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.

■

Even at temperatures around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road surface! Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature display that there is no ice on the road.

Information system

26 26



CAUTION

Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when cleaning) to prevent any possible damage.

Note

■

In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-

ures.

■

If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed is not

indicated in km/h on the display.

■

The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.

Memory

Fig. 9

Multi-function display - Display example of the memory

Total-trip memory (memory 2)

The total trip memory collates the data from any number of individual trips up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes or a 1999 km distance or, for vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, 99 hours and 59 minutes, or a 9999 km distance.

The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation starts all over again.

Unlike the single-trip memory, the total-trip memory is not deleted after a period of interruption of driving of 2 hours.

Select memory

Select the corresponding element of the multifunction display » page 23, Using

›



the information system.

Confirm the element again to switch between the individual memories.

Reseting

Select the corresponding element of the multifunction display » page 23, Using

›

the information system. Select the desired memory.

›

Press and hold button B or adjustment wheel D » Fig. 7 on page 23.

›

The following values of the selected memory are set to zero.

Average fuel consumption.

›

Distance driven.

›

Average speed.

›

Driving time

›

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 25.



The multifunction display is equipped with two automatic memories, 1 and 2. The selected memory is shown in the Display » Fig. 9.

Single-trip memory (memory 1)

The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off.

New data will also flow into the calculation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours after switching off the ignition.

If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is automatically erased.

Using the system

Note

Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.

Information overview

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings on page 25.



The amount of information displayed may differ depending on the equipment.

Outside temperature

The current outside temperature is displayed. For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display this information is always shown.





Driving time

The time travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed. If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on, at

this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 26, Memory. The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes and on

vehicles which are fitted with a MAXI DOT display, it is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.

Current fuel consumption

The current fuel consumption level is displayed in litres/100 km1). You can use this information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption.

The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low speed2).

Average fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is displayed in litres/100 km1).

If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to zero » page 26, Memory. After erasing the memory, no value is displayed until you have driven approx. 300 m.

The display is updated regularly while you are driving.

Range

The range indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the level of fuel in the tank and the same style of driving as before.

The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light



the display is shown in steps of 5 km. The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the information.

The range will increase if you drive in a more economical manner. If the memory is set to zero (after disconnecting the battery), a fuel consumption

of 10 l./100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is updated according to the style of driving.

Distance travelled

The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed.

If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to zero » page 26, Memory.

The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1 999 km or 9 999 km on vehicles with a MAXI DOT display. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.

Average speed

The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km/hour . To determine the average speed over a certain period of time, set the memory to

zero at the start of the measurement » page 26, Memory. After erasing the memory, no data will appear for the first 300 m driven. The display is updated regularly while you are driving.

Current driving speed

The current speed displayed is identical to the display on the speedometer

» Fig. 2 on page 10 .

Oil temperature

If the engine oil temperature is in the range 80-110 °C, the engine operating temperature is reached.

If the oil temperature is lower than 80 °C or above 110 °C, avoid high engine revs, full throttle and high engine loads.

If the oil temperature is lower than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking the oil temperature is present,  . symbols are displayed instead of the oil temperature.

Warning against excessive speeds

Set the speed limit, for example, for the maximum permissible speed in town » page 28, Warning at excessive speeds.



On some models in certain countries, the display appears in kilometres/litre.

On some models in certain countries, – -.- km/ltr. is displayed when the vehicle is stationary.

Information system

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