The Skoda Yeti was manufactured between 2009 and 2017 and soon became a popular crossover model, especially the 4x4 version that we are showing being serviced.
In our opinion, the 2.0-litre CUUB diesel engine is the best motor, which is available with three different power outputs and in our case a DSG gearbox.
Servicing a Yeti is surprisingly simple for most of the routine jobs, particularly oil and filter changes. The suspension is familiar territory for anyone who knows their way around an Audi A3 or VW Golf, as are the brakes.
Set aside at least half a day to conduct a service on a Yeti. The following steps were all completed at independent VAG specialist, IVC of Leeds.
Rob says
IVC tells me that the coolant system on the Yeti’s 2.0-litre diesel engine has a mechanical water pump that’s also electronically-controlled by a solenoid, plus two additional electric pumps. It’s important to check over the cooling system for leaks, but to also renew the water pump when changing the timing belt at every 140,000 miles or five years.
Equipment required
› jack › axle stands (or ramp) › oil tray › 10-32mm sockets/ spanners › 5mm Hex/Allen keys › Torx T20-45 › pliers › screwdrivers › picks › wheel brace › pry bars › battery tester › antifreeze hydrometer › brake fluid tester › spray grease › penetrating fluid › petroleum jelly › brake cleaner › tyre pump/gauge › torch › torque wrench ›
