Battery - Seat LEON Owner's Manual

Battery

General information
Read the additional information carefully
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page 60.
The battery is located in the engine compart-
ment and is almost maintenance-free. It is
checked as part of the Inspection Service.
Nevertheless, check the terminals are clean
and have the correct tightening torque, espe-
cially in summer and winter.
Disconnecting the battery
The battery should only be disconnected in
exceptional cases. When the battery is dis-
connected, some of the vehicle's functions
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are "lost" ( table on page 251). These
functions will require resetting after the bat-
tery is reconnected.
Deactivate the anti-theft alarm* before you
disconnect the battery Otherwise the alarm
will be triggered.
Function Reprogramming
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One-touch function of page 126, One-touch
the electric windows opening and
If the vehicle does not re-
spond to the key, they
Remote control key
should be synchronised
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page 122.
Checking and refilling levels
Function
Digital clock
ESC warning lamp
If the vehicle is not used for long periods
The vehicle has a system for monitoring the
current consumption when the engine is left
unused for long periods of time
Some functions, such as the interior lights, or
the remote door opening, may be temporarily
disabled to prevent the battery from running
flat. These functions will come back on as
soon as the ignition is switched on and the
engine started.
Winter conditions
During the winter, the starting power may be
reduced, and if necessary, the battery should
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be charged
Important safety warnings for han-
dling a vehicle battery
closing*.
All work on batteries requires specialist
knowledge. Please refer to a SEAT Official
Service or a workshop specialising in batter-
ies: risk of burns or exploding battery!
Reprogramming
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page 108.
After driving for a few me-
tres, the warning lamp goes
out again.
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page 238.
in Battery on page 60
The battery must not be opened. Never try to
change the fluid level of the battery. Other-
wise explosive gas is released from the bat-
tery that could cause an explosion.
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Wear eye protection.
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Battery acid is very corrosive and caustic. Wear
protective gloves and eye protection. In the event
of electrolyte splashes, rinse off with plenty of
water.
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Fires, sparks, open flames and smoking are pro-
hibited.
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The battery should only be charged in a well-ven-
tilated zone. Risk of explosion!
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Keep children away from acid and batteries!
CAUTION
● Never disconnect the battery if the ignition
is switched on or if the engine is running.
This could damage the electrical system or
electronic components.
Charging the battery
Terminals for charging the battery are fitted
in the engine compartment.
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Note the warnings in Battery on
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page 60 and .
Switch off all electrical devices. Remove the
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ignition key.
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