Skoda Yeti (2017 year). Manual - part 8

Automatic brake assist

Read and observe   and   on page 118 first.

Automatic brake assist when speeding
If a velocity of 7 km / h is exceeded during the parking manoeuvre for the first
time, the speed will be automatically reduced by the system to less than 7 km /
h. This prevents the parking manoeuvre from aborting.

Automatic emergency braking
If the system detects a risk of collision during parking, automatic emergency
braking takes place to prevent a collision.
The parking is terminated by the emergency braking.

CAUTION

The automatic emergency braking is not triggered by the system when the
parking process stops due to the speed of 7 km / hr being exceeded!

Malfunctions

Read and observe   and   on page 118 first.

If, for some unknown reason, the system is not available, an appropriate mes-
sage appears in the display of the instrument cluster.

System unavailable
If the system is not available because the vehicle has a fault, a message ap-
pears concerning the unavailability. Seek help from a specialist garage.

System fault
In the case of a system fault, an error message appears. Seek help from a spe-
cialist garage.

Cruise Control System

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Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation

121

Operation description

122

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The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed without you having to
actuate the accelerator pedal. The state where the CCS maintains the speed is
referred to hereinafter as the control.

WARNING

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed 

» page 110,

   in section General information.

Operation

Read and observe   on page 121 first.

Basic requirements for start of control

The CCS is activated.
On vehicles with a manual transmission, the second gear or higher is en-
gaged.
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever is in the
D/S position or in the Tiptronic position.
The current speed is higher than 20 km/h.

This, however, is only possible to the extent permitted by the engine output
and braking power of the vehicle.

WARNING

If the engine output or engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain the
set speed, the driver must assume control of the accelerator and brake
pedals!

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Assist systems

Operation description

Fig. 141 
Cruise control system controls

Read and observe   on page 121 first.

Overview of the CCS controls 

» Fig. 141

A



Activate CCS (control deactivated)

 



Interrupt control (sprung position)

 



Deactivate CCS (delete set speed)

B



Take control again

a)

 / Increase speed

C



Launch control / reduce speed

a)

If no speed is set the current speed is adopted.

Once the controls are activated, the CCS maintains the vehicle at the set
speed; the warning light 



 lights up in the instrument cluster.

After the interruption in control, the stored speed can be resumed by pressing
the 

B

 button.

Controls are automatically interrupted if any of the following occur.

▶

By pressing the brake or clutch pedal.

▶

When one of the brake assist systems (e.g. ESC) intervenes.

▶

Through an airbag deployment.

WARNING

■

Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the sys-

tem being switched on unintentionally.

■

Control may only be resumed if the set speed is not too high for the cur-

rent traffic conditions.

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Note

During control, speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal. Re-
leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.

Fatigue detection

The fatigue detection system (hereinafter referred to as system) recommends
the driver takes a break from driving when driver fatigue can be detected due
to the driver's steering behaviour.
From the starting of the journey, the system evaluates the steering behaviour
at speeds 65-200 km/h. If, while driving, there have been changes in the steer-
ing behaviours that are evaluated by the system as indicating possible fatigue,
a break recommendation is issued.
Conditions under which a break from driving is detected by the system

▶

The vehicle is stopped and the ignition switched off.

▶

The vehicle is stopped, the seat belt removed and the driver's door opened.

▶

The vehicle is stopped for more than 15 minutes.

If none of these conditions are met or if the driving style is not changed, the
system recommends a driving break again after 15 minutes.
The system can be activated / deactivated in MAXI DOT display 

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Pause recommendation
The icon appears and the following message for a few seconds in the display
of the instrument cluster  and a message about the detected fatigue. An au-
dible signal is also emitted.

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must

be observed 

» page 110,

   in section General information.

■

For the driving ability is always the driver's responsibility. Never drive if

you feel tired.

■

The system may not detect all cases where a break is needed.

■

Therefore, take regular, sufficient breaks during long trips.

■

There will be no system warning during the so-called micro-sleep.

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Driving

Note

■

In some situations, the system may evaluate the driving incorrectly and thus

mistakenly recommend a break (e.g. sporty driving, adverse weather condi-
tions or poor road conditions).

■

The system is designed primarily for use on motorways.

Tyre pressure monitoring

Fig. 142 
Key for storing the pressure val-
ues

The tyre pressure monitoring function (hereinafter referred to as the system)
monitors the tyre pressure while driving.
If the tyre inflation pressure changes, the warning light 

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 lights up in the in-

strument cluster and an audible signal is heard 

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 Tyre pressure.

The system can only function properly if the tyres have the prescribed inflation
pressure and these pressure values are stored in the system.

Procedure for storing the tyre pressure values

›

Inflate all the tyres to the specified pressure.

›

Switch on the ignition.

›

Press the button  

» Fig. 142

 and hold.

The warning light 



 lights up in the instrument cluster.

An acoustic signal and the control indicator provide information about the
storage of the tyre pressure values.

›

Release the button  .

Always save the tyre pressure values in the system if one of the following
events occurs.

▶

Change of tyre inflation pressure.

▶

Change one or more wheels.

▶

Change in position of a wheel on the vehicle.

▶

Illumination of the warning light



 in the instrument cluster.

WARNING

■

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must

be observed 

» page 110,

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■

Having the correct tyre inflation pressure is always the driver's responsi-

bility. Tyre pressure should be checked regularly 

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■

The system cannot warn in case of very rapid tyre inflation pressure loss,

e.g. in case of sudden tyre damage.

■

Before storing the pressures, the tyres must be inflated to the specified

inflation pressure 

» page 151

. If the wrong pressure valuesare stored, the

system may not issue any warnings, even if the tyre pressure is too low.

CAUTION

Save the tyre pressure values every 10,000 km or 1x annually to ensure correct
system functioning.

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Assist systems

Towing device and trailer

Hitch

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Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description

124

Setting the ready position

125

Check the setting of the standby position

125

Assemble the ball rod

125

Check proper mounting

126

Removing ball rod - Step 1

126

Removing ball rod - Step 2

127

Vertical load with mounted accessories

127

The maximum trailer nose weight when towing a trailer is 80 kg, for vehicles
with four-wheel drive and the 2.0 l / 103 kW TDI CR or 2.0 l / 110 kW TDI CR
engine, it is 85 kg. Other information (e.g. on the nameplate of the trailer de-
vice) provide only about the test values of the device information.

WARNING

■

Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting

recess before the start of every journey.

■

When the ball rod is not used and properly secured in the receiving shaft,

this could be damaged or incomplete and must not be used -There is a risk
of an accident.

■

Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way.

■

Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.

Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.

Description

Fig. 143  Carrier for the towing device/tow bar

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

The ball rod is detachable and is located in the stowage compartment for the
spare / emergency wheel.
Support for the towing device and tow bar 

» Fig. 143

13-pin power socket
Mounting recess
Safety eyelet
Cover for the mounting recess
Dust cap
Locking ball
Green marking on the handwheel
Handwheel
Key
Lock cap
Red marking on the handwheel
Green box on the tow bar
Tow ball

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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

11

12
13

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Driving

Setting the ready position

Fig. 144  Lock unlock / pull out hand wheel and turn

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

The tow bar must be set to the ready position prior to installation

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Check the setting of the standby position.

›

Grip the tow bar below the protective cap.

›

Remove the cap from the lock.

›

Insert the key into the hand wheel lock.

›

Turn the key 

A

 in direction of the arrow 

1

 to the stop 

» Fig. 144

.

›

Pull the handwheel 

B

 in the direction of the arrow 

2

 and drag in the direc-

tion of the arrow 

3

 to the stop. The hand wheel 

B

 remains locked in this

position.

Check the setting of the standby position

Fig. 145  Ready position

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Read and observe   on page 124 first.

Correctly adjusted standby position 

» Fig. 145

The locking balls 

A

 can be pushed fully into the tow bar.

The red marking 

B

 on the hand wheel is located in the green box on the

tow bar.
The key 

C

 is in the unlocked position and cannot be removed.

There is a clear gap of approx. 5 mm 

D

 between the hand wheel and the

tow bar.

When in the ready position, the key cannot be removed from the lock. The ball
bar is thus set ready for installation.

Assemble the ball rod

Fig. 146  Removing the cap on the rear bumper/inserting the tow bar

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Towing device and trailer

Fig. 147  Locking the lock and removing the key/replacing the lock cap

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

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Grip the cap on the rear bumper 

B

 

» Fig. 146

 at the handle 

A

, release in the

direction of the arrow 

1

 and remove in the direction of the arrow 

2

.

›

Remove the cover for the mounting recess 

4

 

» Fig. 143

 on page 124 in a

downwards direction.

›

Adjust the ball rod to the ready position 

» page 125

.

›

Grasp the ball rod from underneath 

» Fig. 146

 and install into the receiving

shaft in the direction of arrow 

3

 until it stops. The ball rod must audibly

snap into place 

» 

.

The handwheel 

C

 

» Fig. 146

 returns automatically and rests on the tow bar

» 

.

›

Lock the handwheel lock by turning the key 

D

 

» Fig. 147

 to the left in the

direction of the arrow 

4

 to the stop, and remove the key in the direction of

the arrow 

5

.

›

Put the cap 

E

 onto the handwheel lock in the direction of the arrow 

6

.

›

Check that the tow bar is securely attached 

» page 126

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WARNING

■

When attaching the tow bar, do not hold the handwheel by hand - risk of

injuring fingers!

■

Carefully remove the cap for the mounting recess - there is a risk of hand

injury!

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Check proper mounting

Fig. 148 
Correctly secured ball head

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

Correctly secured ball rod 

» Fig. 148

The tow bar does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy
“shaking”.
The green marking 

A

 on the handwheel is located in the green box on the

tow bar.
The steering wheel is tight against the ball rod.
The key is removed and the cap 

C

 is attached to the lock.

Removing ball rod - Step 1

Fig. 149  Removing the lock cover/releasing the lock

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

No trailer or other accessory is connected to the ball rod. We recommend put-
ting the protective cover onto the ball head before removing the ball rod.

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Driving

›

Remover the cover 

A

 from the handwheel lock in the direction of the arrow

1

 

» Fig. 149

.

›

Insert the key into the handwheel lock.

›

Turn the key 

B

 

2

in the direction of the arrow as far as the stop.

Removing ball rod - Step 2

Fig. 150  Removing the two bar/placing the cover on the rear bumper

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

Removing

›

Grip the tow bar from below and with the other hand pull the handwheel 

C

in the direction of the arrow 

3

 

» Fig. 150

.

›

Turn the handwheel in the direction of the arrow 

4

 to the stop, and hold in

this position.

›

Remove the tow bar from the mounting recess downwards and in the direc-
tion of the arrow 

5

. At the same time, the ball rod latches into the ready po-

sition and is therefore ready to be re-fitted.

After removing the ball rod

›

Attach the cover for the mounting recess 

4

 

» Fig. 143

 on page 124.

›

Grip the cover on the rear bumper 

E

 

» Fig. 150

 at the handle 

D

 and position

in the direction of the arrow 

6

 on the checkmark underneath the upper

edge of the bumper.

›

Push this cover onto the lower edge and onto the two sides in the direction
of the arrow 

7

.

If the hand wheel 

C

 is not turned all the way to the stop, then it will return to

its initial position when the tow bar is removed and will rest on the tow bar
and not engage into the ready position. The ball head then needs to be
brought into this position before the next time it is fitted 

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The ball rod must be cleaned before storing in the box with the vehicle tool
always.

WARNING

Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
damage to the boot upon sudden braking, and could put the safety of the
occupants at risk!

Vertical load with mounted accessories

Fig. 151 
Representation of the maximum
length of the mounted accesso-
ries and the permissible total
weight of the accessory depend-
ing on the load centre of gravity

Read and observe   on page 124 first.

When using the accessories (e.g. bicycle carrier), the maximum length and the
permissible total weight including load must be considered.
The maximum length of the mounted accessories (from the ball of the towing
device) is 70 cm 

» Fig. 151

.

The total permitted weight of the accessories including load changes with in-
creasing distance of the load centre of gravity from the ball head of the towing
device.

Distance of the centre of gravity of

the load from the ball head

Permissible total weight of the ac-

cessories, including load

0 cm

75 kg

30 cm

75 kg

60 cm

35 kg

70 cm

0 kg

CAUTION

Never exceed the permissible total weight of the accessories incl. load and
maximum length of the accessories - risk of damage to the towing device.

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Towing device and trailer

Note

We recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.

Using the towing device

Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect

Fig. 152 
Swivel out the 13-pin power
socket, safety eyelet

Connecting and disconnecting

›

Fit the ball bar.

›

Swing the 13-pin socket in the direction of arrow 

A

 

» Fig. 152

.

›

Remove the protective cap 

5

 

» Fig. 143

 on page 124.

›

Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the ball head.

›

Plug the trailer cable into 13-pin socket 

A

 

» Fig. 152

. (If the trailer / accesso-

ries have a 7-pin connector, use a corresponding reduction piece from the
ŠKODA Original Accessories).

›

Suspend the breakaway cable of the trailer at the safety eyelet 

B

 (the

breakaway cable must sag in all trailer settings in view of the vehicle).

Uncoupling takes place in reverse order.

Exterior mirrors
You should have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the
traffic behind the trailer using the standard rear-view mirrors.

Headlights
The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer (accessory) is being towed
and the headlights may dazzle other road users. Set the range of the head-
lights 

» page 58

1)

.

Power supply of the trailer / accessory power system
In the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory), the
trailer (accessories) is supplied with power from the vehicle (with ignition
switched on and off).
With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-
ted consumers.
At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-
cessories) is interrupted.

WARNING

■

An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)

may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.

■

Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle

and the trailer (accessories) -There is a risk of an accident or serious injury
from electrical shock.

■

After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory)

the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.

■

Never use the securing eye to tow - There is a risk of an accident!

CAUTION

An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can
lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.

Loading a trailer

Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for “full load”

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Distribution of the cargo
Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Nevertheless, maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot
avoid driving with this combination.

WARNING

Sliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety -
risk of accident!

1)

Applies to vehicles with xenon headlights.

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Driving

Trailer

The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Permissible trailer load

Engine

Transmission

Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)

Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)

Gradients of up to 12%

Gradients of up to 8%

a)

1.2 ltr./81 kW TSI

MG

1200

1500

670

DSG

1200

1500

680

1.4 ltr./92 kW TSI

MG

1300

1600

670

DSG

1300

1600

690

1.4 ltr./110 kW TSI

MG 4x4

1800

1800

730

DSG 4x4

1800

1800

740

1.6 l./81 kW MPI

MG

-

b)

-

b)

-

b)

AG

1100

1100

650

1.8 ltr./112 kW TSI

DSG 4x4

1800

1800

750

2.0 ltr./81 kW TDI
CR

MG (EU4, EU5)

1500

1500

700

MG (EU6)

1500

1500

720

MG 4x4

1800

1800

750

2.0 ltr./103 kW TDI
CR

MG 4x4

2100/2000

c)

2100/2000

c)

750

DSG 4x4

2100/2000

c)

2100/2000

c)

750

2.0 ltr./110 kW TDI
CR

MG

1800

1800

740

MG 4x4

2100/2000

c)

2100/2000

c)

750

DSG 4x4

2100/2000

c)

2100/2000

c)

750

a)

Only valid for some countries.

b)

The vehicle is not equipped with a towing device.

c)

Applies to vehicles of category AF.

WARNING

The maximum vertical load and the maximum trailer load must not be ex-
ceeded - there is risk of accident!

Towing a trailer

Driving speed
For safety reasons, do not drive with the trailer any faster than 100 km/h
(when the towing vehicle is a passenger car of category M1) or 80 km/h (when
the towing vehicle is a truck of category N1).
Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the
trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by acceler-
ating.

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Towing device and trailer

Brakes
Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply
the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting
from the trailer wheels locking.
On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as
a brake.

WARNING

Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer.

CAUTION

With frequent towing, the vehicle is excessively loaded so this must also be
checked between service intervals.

Anti-theft alarm system

The alarm is triggered if, with a vehicle with activated anti-theft alarm (here-
after only warning system), the electrical connection to the trailer (accessory)
is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer (accessory) is
coupled or uncoupled 

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Conditions for including a trailer (accessory) in the anti-theft alarm system.

The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing
device.
The trailer (accessory) is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by
means of the trailer socket.
The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer (accessory) is functional.
The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
The trailer (accessory) is not equipped with LED taillights.

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Driving

General Maintenance

Care and maintenance

Service work, adjustments and technical alterations



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle operating under different weather conditions

131

Statutory checks

131

ŠKODA service partner

131

ŠKODA Original parts

132

ŠKODA Original accessories

132

Spoiler

132

Component protection

132

Airbags

132

Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles

133

The instructions and guidelines from ŠKODA AUTO must be observed when us-
ing accessories or carrying out any modifications, repairs or technical altera-
tions to your vehicle.
Adhering to these instructions and guidelines helps ensure road safety and
helps keep your vehicle in a good technical condition.

WARNING

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Adjustments, repairs and technical changes to the vehicle should only be

carried out by a specialist. Work carried out incorrectly (including work on
the electronic components and their software) can result in malfunctions -
there is a risk of an accident and, potentially, increased wear on parts!

■

We recommend that you use only ŠKODA Original Accessories and ŠKODA

Original Parts which have been expressly approved for use on your vehicle.
Reliability, safety and suitability for your vehicle are guaranteed with these.

■

Do not use any products which have not been approved by ŠKODA AUTO,

even though these may be products with a type approval or which have
been approved by a nationally recognised testing laboratory.

Vehicle operating under different weather conditions

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

If you would like to operate your vehicle in countries other than those with its
intended weather conditions, you should contact a ŠKODA Partner. He or she
will advise you if certain precautions need to be taken to ensure the full func-
tioning of the vehicle or to prevent damage (e.g. coolant, changing the battery
or similar).

Statutory checks

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

Many countries have legislation requiring the operational reliability, safety and,
where applicable, roadworthiness and/or exhaust gas properties of a vehicle
to be tested at regular intervals. These tests can be carried out by workshops
or testing stations that have been legally authorized for this purpose.
The ŠKODA Service partners can prepare your vehicle for the official inspec-
tions, so as to ensure that it passes.
Even if you want to take your vehicle to an officially approved test centre for
prior checking in preparation for a legally required test, we recommend that
you consult your ŠKODA Service Partner beforehand.

ŠKODA service partner

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

All ŠKODA service partners work according to the instructions and guidelines
from ŠKODA AUTO. All service and repair work is therefore carried out on time
and at the appropriate quality. Adhering to these instructions and guidelines
helps ensure road safety and helps keep your vehicle in a good technical con-
dition.
We therefore advise you to have all modifications, repairs and technical altera-
tions to your vehicle carried out by a ŠKODA Service Partner.

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Care and maintenance

ŠKODA Original parts

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

We recommend the use of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for your vehicle, as these
parts are approved by ŠKODA AUTO. These parts comply wholly with ŠKODA
AUTO regulations and are identical to the parts used in series production.
ŠKODA AUTO is able to warrant the safety, suitability, and long life of these
products.
ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Parts for
a period of 2 years after sale in accordance with the materials defect liability,
unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement.

ŠKODA Original accessories

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

If you wish to fit accessories to your vehicle, you should remember the follow-
ing:
We recommend that you use ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in your vehicle.
ŠKODA AUTO has selected these accessories to ensure that they are reliable,
safe and suitable for your particular vehicle. Although we constantly monitor
the market, we are not able to assess or vouch the suitability of other products
for your vehicle, despite the fact that some products may have operational ap-
proval or may have been approved by a nationally recognised testing laborato-
ry.
ŠKODA Service Partners are liable for any defects of ŠKODA Genuine Accesso-
ries for a period of 2 years after installation or delivery in accordance with the
materials defect liability, unless agreed otherwise in the purchase agreement
or any other agreements.

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Spoiler

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

WARNING

If your vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Accessories spoiler on the front
bumper in combination with the spoiler on the boot lid, the following in-
structions must be observed - otherwise there is a risk of accidents and se-
rious injuries!

■

The vehicle can only be equipped with a spoiler on the front bumper in

combination with the corresponding spoiler on the boot lid.

■

A Genuine Accessories spoiler cannot be fitted to the front bumper either

on its own (without a spoiler on the boot lid) or in combination with an un-
suitable spoiler on the boot lid.

■

We recommend that you consult the ŠKODA Service Partner for any re-

pairs to or replacement, addition or removal of spoilers.

■

Unprofessional work carried out on the spoilers of your vehicle may result

in some functions/vehicle systems malfunctioning.

Component protection

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

Some electronic vehicle components (such as the instrument cluster) are fac-
tory-equipped with component protection. This ensures the functional limita-
tion of these components in a non-legitimate installation in another vehicle
(e.g. after a theft) or operation outside the vehicle.

Airbags

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

WARNING

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Modifications, repairs and technical alterations that have been carried out

unprofessionally can cause damage and operational faults, and can also se-
riously impair the effectiveness of the airbag system – risk of accident and
fatal injury!

■

A change to the vehicle's wheel suspension, including the use of non-ap-

proved wheels and tire combinations, can impair the functioning of the air-
bag system - There is a risk of an accident and fatal injury!

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WARNING

■

No changes may be made to airbag system components, the front bump-

er and the bodywork.

■

Any work on the airbag system including the installation and removal of

system components due to other repair work (e.g. removal of the steering
wheel) must only be carried out by a specialist garage.

■

Do not manipulate individual parts of the airbag system, as this might re-

sult in the airbag being deployed.

■

If the airbag has been deployed, the airbag system must be replaced.

WARNING

The airbag system operates using pressure sensors located in the front
doors. For this reason, no adjustments may be carried out to the doors or
door panels (e.g. installation of additional loudspeakers). Resulting damage
can impair the functioning of the airbag system - There is a risk of acci-
dents and fatal injuries! The following guidelines must be observed.

■

Any work on the front doors and their door panels must be carried out by

a specialist garage.

■

Never drive the vehicle with the inner door panels removed or with open-

ings in the panelling.

Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles

Read and observe   on page 131 first.

All new ŠKODA vehicles are 95% recyclable.

Service intervals



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview of service intervals

134

Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4

134

Variable service interval QI6

134

Digital Service Plan

135

The service interval display in the display of the instrument cluster will remind
you to carry out every service stipulated by the manufacturer at the right time
in order to prevent you from forgetting any

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The completion of services can be verified through the printed verification
from the digital service schedule and the respective receipts.
The specified service intervals are tailored to normal operating conditions.
In the case of aggravated operating conditions, it will be necessary to have
some service work carried out before the date of the next regular service or
between the specified service intervals. This applies mainly to the cleaning or
the replacement of the air filter insert in regions with heavy dust pollution as
well as checking and replacing the toothed belt, but also to vehicles with die-
sel particle filters, which can put greater strain on the engine oil.
The following is taken to mean aggravated operating conditions:

▶

Fuel containing sulphur.

▶

Frequent short trips.

▶

Longer periods of engine idling (e.g. taxis).

▶

Operation in areas with heavy dust pollution.

▶

Frequent trailer operation.

▶

Predominantly stop-and-go traffic as is e.g. often the case in city driving.

▶

Operation predominantly during winter.

You will be told at the specialist garage whether the operating conditions of
your vehicle may make it necessary for service work to be carried out between
the normal service intervals.
Different service charges may apply according to the particular scope of work
required, the vehicle type and specification, and your vehicle’s condition.

Note

■

The customer is responsible for covering the cost of all services including

changing or replenishing the oil, even during the warranty period, unless sta-
ted otherwise in the ŠKODA AUTO warranty terms or other agreements.

■

You will be informed about the service checks and actions at each service by

the specialist garage.

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Overview of service intervals

Fig. 153 
Vehicle data: Service Interval

The service interval specified by the manufacturer is indicated on the vehicle
data carrier 

» Fig. 153

 which can be found both in this Owner's Manual as well

as in the vehicle.
One of the following service intervals applies for your vehicle.

▶

Fixed service interval QI1.

▶

Fixed service interval QI2.

▶

Fixed service interval QI3.

▶

Fixed service interval QI4.

▶

Variable service interval QI6.

In order to operate a vehicle with a variable service interval, it must only be
filled and topped up with the prescribed engine oil.
If this engine oil is not available, the oil change is subject to a fixed service in-
terval. In this case, the vehicle must be changed to the fixed service interval.

Note

■

The corresponding motor oil specifications 

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.

■

For vehicles with variable service interval QI6 you can initiate a change to the

fixed service interval or back to the variable service interval to be carried out
by a specialist garage.

Fixed service intervals QI1 - QI4

Oil change serv-

ice

QI1

Every 5 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

QI2

Every 7 500 km or every 1 year

a)

.

QI3

Every 10 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

QI4

Every 15 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

Inspection

b)

Variant 1

QI1 - QI4

After the first 30 000 km or 2 years

a)

, then every

30 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

Inspection

b)

Variant 2

Every 15 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

Inspection

b)

Variant 3

Every 10 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

Brake fluid

change

QI1 - QI4 First change after 3 years, then every 2 years.

a)

Depending on which comes first.

b)

For information about the variant that applies to your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA partner.

WARNING

The brake fluid must always be changed after the first 3 years and then ev-
ery 2 years. Longer intervals between changing the brake fluid can cause
vapour bubbles to form in the brake system when braking sharply. This can
impair the efficiency of the brakes – There is a risk of an accident!

Note

For diesel operation with a high sulphur content, the oil must be changed ev-
ery 7 500 km. Ask your specialist garage for information on the countries
where diesel fuel has a high sulphur content.

Variable service interval QI6

The oil change service intervals depend on the intensity at which the vehicle is
driven and the local conditions in which the vehicle is used. For example, your
vehicle is subjected to different demands when driven over short distances
than when driven over long distances. The intervals are therefore variable.

Oil change serv-

ice

In accordance with the service interval display (after 30
000 km or 2 years

a)

 at the latest).

Inspection

b)

Variant 1

After the first 30 000 km or 2 years

a)

, then every 30 000

km or every 1 year

a)

.

Inspection

b)

Variant 2

Every 15 000 km or every 1 year

a)

.

Brake fluid

change

First change after 3 years, then every 2 years.

a)

Depending on which comes first.

b)

For information about the variant that applies to your vehicle, please contact a ŠKODA partner.

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WARNING

The brake fluid must always be changed after the first 3 years and then ev-
ery 2 years. Longer intervals between changing the brake fluid can cause
vapour bubbles to form in the brake system when braking sharply. This can
impair the efficiency of the brakes – risk of accident!

Digital Service Plan

A specialist garage will not record the work carried out in a service evidence in
this Owner's Manual, but in the service information system called the Digital
Service Plan.
We therefore recommend that you always have the record of work carried out
in a service printed out for you.

Benefits of the Digital Service Plan

▶

High level of security preventing manipulation of the entries.

▶

Transparent documentation of service work carried out.

▶

Protection against loss or damage of the entries, you receive a complete re-
cord of the work carried out, if required.

▶

Option to receive the record in electronic form.

▶

The vehicle can be serviced in any specialist garage (also abroad) – the data-
base is accessible worldwide.

▶

Increased transparency when purchasing a used vehicle due to entries being
stored centrally.

▶

The system entries support you in making a claim on the ŠKODA extended
warranty and mobility guarantees.

Cleaning and care



Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Car washing

135

Exterior car care

136

Caring for the interior

138

Regular and thorough care helps to retain the value of your vehicle.
The instructions for use on the packaging must be observed when using care
products. We recommend that you use ŠKODA Original Accessories care prod-
ucts.

WARNING

■

Vehicle care products may be harmful to your health if not used according

to the instructions.

■

Always keep the vehicle care products safe from people who are not com-

pletely independent, e.g. children - danger of poisoning!

CAUTION

■

Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning

products – risk of damaging the paintwork surface.

■

Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solvents - There is a dan-

ger of damaging the surface to be cleaned.

Note

We recommend that the vehicle is cleaned and maintained at a ŠKODA service
partner.

Car washing

Read and observe   and   on page 135 first.

The best way to protect your vehicle against harmful environmental influences
is frequent washing.
The longer insect residues, bird droppings, road salt and other aggressive de-
posits remain on the paintwork of your vehicle, the more detrimental their de-
structive effect can be. High temperatures, such as those caused by intensive
sun's rays, accentuate this caustic effect.
It is also essential to thoroughly clean the underside of the vehicle at the end
of the winter.

Washing by hand
Wash the vehicle from top to bottom, with a soft sponge or a wash mitt and
plenty of water, and, if necessary, with the appropriate detergents. Wash out
the sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals.
For wheels, door sills and lower areas of the vehicle use a different sponge.
Give the vehicle a good rinse after washing it and dry it off using a chamois
leather.

Automatic Car Washes
The usual precautionary measures must be taken before washing the vehicle
(e.g. closing the windows and the tilt/slide roof etc.).

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If your vehicle is fitted with any particular attached parts (e.g. spoiler, roof rack
system, aerial etc.) it is best to consult the operator of the car wash system be-
forehand.
After an automatic wash with wax treatment, the wiper blades should be
cleaned with cleaning agents specially designed for the purpose, and then de-
greased.

Pressure Washers
When washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner, the instructions for
use of the equipment must be observed. This particularly applies to instruc-
tions regarding the pressure and spraying distance from the vehicle surface.

WARNING

■

When washing your vehicle in the winter: Water and ice in the braking

system can affect the braking efficiency – risk of accident!

■

Take care when cleaning the underbody or the inside of the wheel wells -

there is a risk of injury from sharp metal parts!

CAUTION

■

Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight, do not exert pressure on the body

while washing. The temperature of the washing water should be no more than
60 °C max. - otherwise there is a risk of damaging the vehicle paint.

■

Before driving through a car wash fold in the exterior mirrors - There is a risk

of damage.

■

For vehicles with roof antenna the antenna rod should be unscrewed before

driving through a car wash - there is a risk of damage.

CAUTION

Washing the vehicle with high-pressure cleaners

■

Films should not be washed with any high-pressure cleaners - There is a risk

of damage.

■

Do not aim the water jet directly at the lock cylinders or the door or opening

joints when washing the vehicle in the winter – there is a risk of freezing.

■

Hold a large spraying distance to the rear camera lens, to plastic parts (e.g.

Roof racks, spoilers, protective strips and the like), as well as soft materials
such as rubber hoses or insulation material.

■

The sensors of the parking aid can be sprayed only for a short time and there

must be a minimum distance of 10 cm - there is a risk of damage.

Exterior car care

Read and observe   and   on page 135 first.

Vehicle compo-

nents

Circumstances

Remedy

Paint

Spilled fuel

Clear water, cloth, (clean as soon as
possible)

No water drop-
lets form on the
paint

Use hard wax preserve (at least twice a
year), apply wax to clean and dry body

Paint has gone
matt

Use polish, then wax (if the polish does
not contain any preservative ingredi-
ents)

Plastic parts

Soiling

Clear water, cloth / sponge, cleaning
agents provided for this purpose where
appropriate

Chrome
and anodised
parts

Soiling

clear water, cloth, cleaning agents pro-
vided for this purpose where appropri-
ate, clean then polish with a soft dry
cloth

Films

Soiling

Soft sponge and mild soap solution

a)

Windows
and door mirrors

Soiling

Wash with clean water and dry with a
wipe specifically for that purpose

Head / taillights

Soiling

Soft sponge and mild soap solution

a)

Reversing camera

Soiling

Wash with clean water and dry with a
soft cloth

Snow/ice

Hand brush / de-icer

Door lock cylin-
ders

Snow/ice

De-icing fluid specifically for that pur-
pose

Wipers / wiper
blades

Soiling

Windscreen cleaner, sponge or cloth

Wheels

Soiling

Clear water, then apply appropriate
substance

a)

Mild soap solution = 2 tablespoons of natural soap to 1 litre of lukewarm water.

The jack is maintenance-free. If necessary, the moving parts of the jack should
be lubricated with a suitable lubricant.

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