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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Altea...
  • Page 2 They warn you about possi- At the end of this manual, there is a detailed ble dangers of accident or injury. ALTEA range, some of the equipment and alphabetical index that will help you quickly functions that are described in this manual find the information you require.
  • Page 3 Foreword If selling the vehicle, give all of the on-board WARNING documentation to the new owner, as it Read and always observe safety informa- should be kept with the vehicle. This Instruction Manual and its correspond- tion concerning the passenger's front air- ing supplements should be read carefully to You can access the information in this man- ›››...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Rear vision mirrors ..... . . Seat belts ......
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Technical specifications ....Technical features ..... . . Important information .

  • Page 7: Safety

    Never drive when your driving ability is im- – paired (e.g. by medication, alcohol, drugs). Adjust front seat, head restraint and rear vi- – WARNING sion mirrors properly according to your Observe traffic laws and speed limits.

  • Page 8: Proper Sitting Position For Occupants

    ● Fig. 2 driver. can lead to severe injuries. Adjust the driver seat so that there is at ● For your own safety and to reduce the risk of least 25 cm distance between the centre of injury in the event of an accident, we recom-...
  • Page 9 Adjust the steering wheel until the correct – driver is wearing his or her seat belt correct- inside of the rim). In such cases, if the airbag ››› position is set Fig.
  • Page 10 ››› as possible Adjust the head restraint to the correct po- – dash panel, out the window or on the seat. An ››› Move the seat backrest to an upright posi- sition page –...
  • Page 11 » ● Never put your feet on the surface of a seat. vates the active head restraint* on the front Seat belts can provide optimal protection on- seat, which moves rapidly forward and up-...
  • Page 12 Do not swap the centre rear head restraint Fig. 6 Head restraint position warning label. with either of the outer seat rear head re- straints. Risk of injury in case of an accident! Properly adjusted head restraints are an im-...

  • Page 13: Pedal Area

    Every vehicle occupant must properly fas- ● If a brake circuit fails, the brake pedal must ten and wear the seat belt belonging to his or be pressed down thoroughly in order to stop her seat. Children must be protected with an the vehicle.
  • Page 14 Safety Seat belt protection Instruct your passengers to fasten their is so important to fasten seat belts before ev- – seat belts properly before driving off. ery trip, even when "just driving around the corner". Protect children by using a child seat ac- –...
  • Page 15 Always keep both feet in the footwell in ● dent and stretched must be replaced by a front of your seat as long as the vehicle is in specialised workshop. Renewal may be nec- motion. essary even if there is no apparent damage.

  • Page 16: How To Properly Adjust Your Seatbelt

    25 km/h (15 mph) to 50 km/h vehicle interior in an accident. Passengers in (30 mph), for example, the corresponding ki- the rear seats who do not use seat belts en- netic energy is multiplied by four. danger not only themselves but also the front ›››...
  • Page 17 Always engage the retractor lock when you ● The following features are available to adjust plate and pull it slowly across your chest and are securing a child seat in group 0, 0+ or 1 the seat belt in the shoulder region: lap. ›››...

  • Page 18: Seat Belt Tensioners

    The So that the effectiveness of the seat belt ten- tensioners retract and tighten the seat belts, Fig.

  • Page 19: Airbag System

    The airbag system is not a substitute for seat Whether or not the airbags are triggered de- belts, but it is an integral part of the vehicle's pends primarily on the vehicle deceleration overall passive safety system.
  • Page 20 ● If you are not wearing a seat belt, or if you nition is switched on (self-diagnosis). lean forward or to the side while travelling or...
  • Page 21 Airbag system Control lamp for airbag and seat belt The control unit analyses the collision trajec- you should have a specialised workshop tory and activates the respective restraint check the system immediately. tensioner  system. If any of the airbags are disabled by a Techni-...

  • Page 22: Airbag Overview

    Safety Airbag overview In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the driver and the front passenger additional protection for the head Front airbags and chest in the event of a severe frontal col- lision. The special design of the airbag allows the controlled escape of the propellant gas when an occupant puts pressure on the bag.
  • Page 23 147. ● If you do not wear a seat belt, if you lean ● Any damage to the original seat upholstery forward, or are not seated correctly while the or around the seams of the side airbag units...
  • Page 24 ● The airbags provide protection for just one ››› Fig. 17 and are identified with the text accident; replace them once they have de- “AIRBAG”. ployed. In conjunction with the seat belts, the head- protection airbag system gives the occupants...

  • Page 25: Deactivating Airbags

    Airbag system Deactivating airbags If you fit a rear-facing child seat to the front Any work on the head-protection airbag ● passenger seat, the front passenger front air- system or removal and installation of the air- bag must be de-activated.

  • Page 26: Transporting Children Safety

    ● It is the driver's responsibility to ensure must use a child seat or a seat belt. For safety that the key-operated switch is set to the cor- It is unpredictable whether the front pas- –...
  • Page 27 Child Seat Instruction Manual to- gether with the on-board documentation. WARNING ● If a child seat is secured to the front pas- senger seat, the risk to the child of sustain- Important information regarding the On the rear frame of the passenger Fig.

  • Page 28: Child Seats

    ECE R44 standard bear the this can result in potentially fatal injuries to seats, the door child-proof lock should be ac- ››› test mark on the seat (the letter E in a circle the child! tivated page with the test number below it).
  • Page 29 Suitable for universal restraint systems Seating position for use in this weight group. Weight Front Rear side Rear cen- Move the front passenger seat as far group passen- seat tral seat back as possible, as high as possible ger seat and always disable the airbag.
  • Page 30 Pull on both sides of the child seat to en- – sure that it is secure. Child seats with the “ISOFIX” and Top Tether* Move the rear seat as far to the rear as it – attachment system are available from Techni- will go.
  • Page 31 “ISOFIX”, Top Tether* system, nor retaining belts or objects to the fastening rings; other- wise this can result in potentially fatal inju- ries to the child. Ensure that the child seat is secured cor- ● rectly using the “ISOFIX” and Top Tether* se- curing rings.
  • Page 32 Operation Fig. 25 Dash panel.

  • Page 33: Operation

    84, 52 Exterior mirror adjustment – ..Left seat heating button ..Start-Stop* Overview – .....

  • Page 34: Instruments

    Operation Instruments Instrument overview Fig. 26 Detailed view of the dash panel: Dash panel. ››› page 33 Rev counter Fuel gauge CAUTION ››› Multifunction display page 47 To prevent possible engine malfunctions, the The rev counter displays the engine speed in Engine coolant temperature display rev counter needle should not reach the red revolutions per minute.
  • Page 35 LPG gauge* Fuel gauge  and reserve indicator warning signal is heard, the on-screen mes- 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA / ALTEA XL sage is shown LPG fault, consult Workshop This means there is a fault in the LPG system.
  • Page 36 Operation Engine coolant temperature gauge  light up and no warning message* appears Due care must be taken to avoid any risk of ● on the dash panel display. fire or explosion. ● When parking the vehicle in a closed area Needle in warning zone (e.g.

  • Page 37: Warning Lamps

    Dash panel ››› Setting the digital clock* Turn the setting knob Fig. 26 clock- Turn the setting knob clockwise to the sec- – – wise until the first “click” to set the hour. ond “click” to set the minutes. The minutes The digital clock is located in the instrument The hour will flash.
  • Page 38 ABS system fault page 41  ››› Windscreen washer fluid level page 42 ›››  Alternator fault page 42  ››› Fasten seat belts! page 11 ›››  Brake pad worn page 42  ››› Tyre pressure page 43  ›››...
  • Page 39 Dash panel Item Symbol Meaning of control and warning lamps Further information  ››› page 45 Cruise speed activated (Cruise control)  ››› Door open indicator page 45  ››› ››› ››› If it stays lit: ASR switched off page 45 page 46 page 134 ...
  • Page 40  mode. trol lamp for a fault will light up and a warn- ››› page 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA / ALTEA XL The lamp goes off when ing or information message will also appear (green you switch, automatically on the screen.
  • Page 41 Dash panel ● Coolant symbol with the warning mes- ● Windscreen washer fluid symbol  with the  Messages Description sage STOP SEE COOLANT INSTRUCTION MAN- information text REFILL WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID . Top up the washer fluid level. Warning: Place the selector lever in po- -->...

  • Page 42: Rear Fog Light Switched On

    Operation Coolant temperature too high Messages Description WARNING The instrument panel displays the following ● If your vehicle is immobilised for technical CHECK SAFE- Notification of central locking function message : CHECK COOLANT INSTRUCTION reasons, move it to a safe distance from traf- LOCK activated.

  • Page 43: Turn Signals In Operation

    Dash panel Turn signals   The control lamp  lights up (37 mph), with the engine running at approxi- mately 2,000 rpm. In this way, the soot build If the control lamp  lights up when the en- Depending on which turn signal is operating, up in the filter is burned.
  • Page 44 Operation There is a fault in the ABS if: The warning lamp lights up when the igni-  the brake fluid level in the reservoir tion is switched on. It should go out when the ››› page 172, Brake fluid. If the brake fluid The warning lamp ...

  • Page 45: Tyre Pressure

    Dash panel Tyre pressure  The tyre pressure control lamp  flashes ● The wheels of one axle are under more pressure (for example, driving with a trailer or If the tyre pressure control lamp flashes, this on steep slopes). indicates a fault.

  • Page 46: Brake System Fault

    Operation Brake system* Engine oil pressure   wheels to lock quickly when you brake. This could cause the rear to break away. Risk of Situations in which the warning lamp lights If this warning lamp is red it indicates that skidding.
  • Page 47 Dash panel Cruise speed (cruise control)*  The warning light only goes off after a dis- The instrument panel displays the following tance of approx. 50 m. message : EXHAUST GAS SEE WORKSHOP . The warning lamp  comes on when the There is a fault in the electromechanical cruise control system is switched on.
  • Page 48 Operation The warning lamp  has the following The  lamp provides information about the specialised workshop as soon as possible. functions: For further information on the EDL see disconnection status of the system: ››› page 135, Electronic differential lock ●...

  • Page 49: Digital Instrument Panel Display

    The engine can, however, be started if the tion display for the automatic gearbox*. – Optional indicators: e.g. those on the appropriate coded SEAT genuine key is used. The current position of the selector lever multifunction display (MFI). or the gear which is engaged (for tiptron- –...
  • Page 50 (for example when overtaking). considerably reduce servicing requirements. service appointment is due. This signal With the LongLife System, SEAT ensures that changes after around 10 seconds. A “clock symbol” appears and the number of days un- your vehicle only has an Interval Service when it is necessary.
  • Page 51 Dash panel ● Coolant symbol with the warning mes-  In LongLife Service vehicles, if the battery Note ● sage STOP SEE COOLANT INSTRUCTION MAN- is disconnected for a long period, the days re- In the case of screens without warning or in- maining until the next service cannot be cal- formation messages, faults are indicated ex- culated.

  • Page 52: Instrument Panel Menus

    Operation ● Windscreen washer fluid level symbol  Select menu Configuration. – with the information message ADD WIND- Press button on the windscreen wiper – SCREEN WASHER FLUID . Refill the windscreen lever. The Configuration menu is opened. ››› page 171.

  • Page 53: Main Menu

    Dash panel Main menu The function “Winter tyres” sends an optical Main Function and an acoustic signal when the vehicle rea- menu ches the set speed. Multifunc- Change to the multifunction display tion display (MFI): “Multifunction display (MFI)” Example menu “Winter tyres” Audio This menu displays the available infor- In the menu...
  • Page 54 Operation ››› ››› steering wheel Fig. 37 page 50 Main Function while the ignition is switched on. menu Configura- This option allows the time, the speed Resetting a memory tion warning when using winter tyres, units, – Select the memory where you wish to language, independent heating, the erase the values.
  • Page 55 Dash panel ››› - Driving speed lever or by pressing button Fig. 37 km/h (mph) will automatically be deleted once this value   on the multifunction steering wheel*: has been reached. Driving speed is digitally shown in the dis- play.
  • Page 56 Operation ● Select the submenu Multifunction Display played may be slightly higher than the actual Note from the Configuration menu Data outside temperature as a result of the heat If there are no warning messages, this menu ››› page radiated from the engine. is not available.
  • Page 57 Time The hours and minutes of the clock Central lock- One door: Individual unlocking activa- SEAT dealerships are able to programme and the navigation system can be ● ing. ted. changed. Choose between 12 and 24-...
  • Page 58 Operation Lights and visibility menu Displayed on Function the screen Open Lights and visibility Menu Back This returns to the Configuration Select the option Configuration from the – menu. main menu: “Main menu” and press button ››› page 50 on the windscreen wiper OK A Note lever.

  • Page 59: Steering Wheel Controls

    Steering wheel controls* Steering wheel controls* There are three versions of the multifunction Both versions may be used to control the au- module: dio system (radio, Audio CD, mp3 CD, iPod /USB ) and the radio navigation General information ● Audio version, to control the available au- system, in which case they also control the dio functions from the steering wheel.
  • Page 60 Operation ››› Button Radio CD/MP3/USB*/iPod* table on page 59 Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume down Volume down Volume down Next track No function specified Search for next station Hold down: fast forward Previous track No function specified Search for last station Hold down: quick rewind No function specified No function specified...
  • Page 61 Steering wheel controls* Steering wheel audio version + telephone controls Fig. 43 Steering wheel controls. Fig. 44 Steering wheel controls (depending on version of model). Button Radio CD/MP3/USB*/iPod* TELEPHONE Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume down Volume down Volume down Volume down Next track...
  • Page 62 Operation Button Radio CD/MP3/USB*/iPod* TELEPHONE Previous option in the menu/ list/ Next preset Next track No function specified selection shown on instrument panel Next option in the menu/ list/ Previous preset Previous track No function specified selection shown on instrument panel Change menu on instrument panel Change menu on instrument panel...

  • Page 63: Radio Navigation System

    Steering wheel controls* Radio navigation system Steering wheel audio version + telephone controls Steering wheel controls. Steering wheel controls (depending Fig. 45 Fig. 46 on version of model). Button Radio CD/MP3/USB*/iPod* NAVIGATOR TELEPHONE Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume down Volume down...
  • Page 64 Operates on instrument panel/no func- Operates on instrument panel panel panel tion specified For a more detailed description of how to use this button, please refer to the radio navigation system user handbook (SEAT Media System) Only if the panel is in audio menu.

  • Page 65: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing Opening and closing Unlocking the vehicle* injury, for example, in the electric win- ››› dows. – Press button Fig. 50 on remote  control to unlock all the doors and rear Central locking The doors can be locked using the remote –...
  • Page 66 Operation “Safe” security system* Automatic speed-dependent locking WARNING and unlocking system* Nobody should remain in the vehicle if the This is an anti-theft device which consists of “deadlock” system mechanism has been acti- a double lock for the door locks and a deacti- This is a safety system which prevents access vated.
  • Page 67 Opening and closing Automatic locking system for Deactivating selective unlocking The central lock button allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle from the inside. involuntary unlocking* With the driver door open, turn the key to lock for approx. 3 seconds. Locking the vehicle It is an anti-theft system and prevents the un- The turn signal lamps flash to confirm activa-...

  • Page 68: Keys

    Operation Childproof lock Deactivating the childproof lock ● All doors can be unlocked separately from inside the vehicle. Do this by pulling the door Unlock the vehicle and open the door – release lever once. whose childproof lock you want to deacti- vate.

  • Page 69: Radio Frequency Remote Control

    Opening and closing The set of keys belonging to your vehicle con- ing could suddenly block and it would be im- sists of the following items: possible to steer the vehicle. ››› ● one remote control key Fig. 49 with CAUTION folding key bit, There are electronic components in the re-...

  • Page 70: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Operation is inside the vehicle. The maximum range de- Then close the vehicle using the key shaft – If the vehicle cannot be opened and closed ● pends on different factors. The range is re- within one minute. using the radio frequency remote control, the duced as the batteries start to lose power.
  • Page 71 Opening and closing ● The turn signal light will flash once on clos- ● Use the lock on the driver door to unlock If, after the audible warning turns off, an- ● ing and activating the alarm. the vehicle. The anti-theft alarm system re- other monitored area is accessed (e.g.
  • Page 72 Operation Deactivation If the anti-theft security system “deadlock”* when the vehicle is opened. This flashing will ››› page 64 is switched off, the interior moni- be different to that for an activated alarm. Press the button on the remote control –...

  • Page 73: Boot Hatch

    Opening and closing Boot hatch Opening the rear lid Ensure the rear lid is locked after closing it. ● If not, it may open unexpectedly while driv- Pull on the release lever and lift the rear lid – ››› ing. Unlocking and locking Fig.

  • Page 74: Electric Windows

    Operation Electric windows ger door has been opened and the key has Always take the vehicle key with you when ● not been removed from the ignition. you leave the vehicle. Opening or closing the electric ● Never leave children or disabled persons in Buttons on the driver door the vehicle, particularly if they have access to windows...
  • Page 75 Opening and closing One-touch closing Roll-back function be gone for a short time. Please ensure that children are never left alone inside the vehi- Pull up the window button briefly up to the – The roll-back function reduces the risk of in- cle.

  • Page 76: Sliding/Tilting Sunroof

    Operation Using the remote control Closing the sliding/tilting sunroof WARNING Push the lock or unlock button on the re- Turn the rotary button to position – – ● Incorrect use of the sliding/tilting sunroof ››› ››› mote control for approximately 3 seconds. Fig.

  • Page 77: Lights And Visibility

    Lights and visibility Using the remote control Lights and visibility The sliding/tilting sunroof has a roll-back function which prevents larger objects get- Push the lock button on the remote control – ting trapped when the roof is closed. The roll- for approximately 3 seconds.

  • Page 78: Automatic Lighting

    Operation Switching on front fog lights* Automatic lighting* remains open. This is a reminder to switch the lights off. Pull the switch out of position  or  to – the first stop. The symbol  of the light ● The rear fog light is so bright that it can control lights up.
  • Page 79 Lights and visibility When the automatic dipped beam headlight times. The corresponding control lamp will To avoid damage to the tail lights, the ● control is on but the dipped beam headlights also flash. lights mounted on the rear lid go off when the are off, the warning lamp ...
  • Page 80 Operation into the headlights and come on each time panel. The control lamp  flashes when the Note the ignition is turned on if the light switch is turn signals are operated, provided a trailer is Please observe any relevant legal require- in position 0 or .
  • Page 81 Lights and visibility Deactivation of the Nordic country solution starts and the switching off the headlights is Note delayed. Remove the key from the ignition, press the ● The setting for the delay in switching off the turn signal lever down (left turn signal), press The Coming Home lighting switches off in the headlights in the Coming Home and Leaving it back to flash position and hold it here.
  • Page 82 Operation Instrument and switch lighting beam, turn the thumb wheel down from When driving around bends, the headlights the basic setting 0. will light the most important areas of the When the headlights are switched on, the road. brightness of the instrument panel and con- Dynamic headlight range control trols can be adjusted by turning the thumb Dynamic cornering lights* (AFS)
  • Page 83 ● Fog lights with cornering function* ● your vehicle breaks down due to a techni- 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA / ALTEA XL cal fault, When the turn signal is switched on to turn or ● you are towing another vehicle or your vehi- cle is being towed.

  • Page 84: Interior Lights

    Operation Interior lights Courtesy light position  WARNING Rocker switch in flat position (not activated). ● The risk of an accident increases if your ve- Front interior lights and reading lights The interior lighting is automatically switched hicle breaks down. Always use the hazard on when the vehicle is unlocked or the key re- warning lights and a warning triangle to draw moved from the ignition.

  • Page 85: Visibility

    Sun visors ››› In switch position Fig. 66 , the interior 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK and reading lights are switched off. Switching on the reading light  Turn the switch to position (left reading light) or to position (right reading light).

  • Page 86: Systems

    Operation Rear window sun blind* Slow wipe Pull out the visor and hook it onto the Push the lever up to position – – hooks at the top of the door frame ››› Fig. Continuous wipe Push the lever up to position –...
  • Page 87 Lights and visibility WARNING When in use, the wipers do not go as far as Do not put stickers on the windscreen in ● ● the rest position. When the lever is moved to front of the rain sensor*. This may cause sen- ●...

  • Page 88: Rear Vision Mirrors

    Operation Switching on automatic wipe Rear vision mirrors In reverse gear, with the windscreen wipers ● switched on, the rear windscreen wiper will Press the lever fully forwards to position – ››› make one wipe. Fig. 71. The rear wash function will start Interior rear vision mirror immediately and the wiper will start a few seconds later.
  • Page 89 Lights and visibility Switching off the anti-dazzle function Exterior mirrors heated windscreen* in the wiper blade rest ››› area is activated page ››› Press button Fig. 72. Control lamp – goes off. Exterior mirror heating is not activated in – temperatures above approximately +20 °C Switching on the anti-dazzle function (+68 °F).

  • Page 90: Seats And Head Restraints

    ● Your vehicle has five seats, two in the front timate distances to vehicles behind you. and three in the rear. Each seat is equipped Make sure that you do not get your finger ● with a three-point seat belt.
  • Page 91 Every vehicle occupant must properly fas- Adjusting the seat height* incorrect sitting position. Risk of fatal acci- ten and wear the seat belt belonging to his or dents. her seat. Children must be protected with an Pull the lever up or push down (several –...
  • Page 92 ● Travelling with the head restraints removed height into forwards/backwards position. In- or improperly adjusted increases the risk of juries can be caused if the seat height is ad- severe injuries. justed without due care and attention. ● Improperly adjusted head restraints could lead to death in the event of a collision or ac- cident.

  • Page 93: Seat Functions

    Turn the appropriate thumb wheel – ››› Fig. 77 to switch on the seat heating. The seat heating is switched off in the 0 posi- Removing the head restraint tion. Push the head restraint up as far as it will –...

  • Page 94: Rear Seats

    This movement range sition normal, without moving. In this position the backrest is locked. can be 1/3 or 2/3 of the seat. There are vari- In order to maintain the maximum space ● ous possible positions.

  • Page 95: Transport And Practical Equipment

    ››› Fig. 82 in the direction of the arrow and lift the seat backrest until it is in place. Compartments When folding and lifting the backrest, make sure to place the side seat belts in the trim Storage compartment on the front ›››...
  • Page 96 Roof storage compartment* Storage compartment under the front Fig. 85 seats. There is a storage compartment with a cover Folding tray on the front left seat. Fig. 86 under each front seat. ››› Fig. 85 The drawer* is opened by pushing Folding trays are fitted to the rear of the front the button and moving the cover back.
  • Page 97 Transport and practical equipment There are four storage compartments in the WARNING roof. ● Never place hot drinks in the drink holders. Press the button on the cover to open these – During sudden or normal driving manoeuvres, ››› compartments Fig.

  • Page 98: Multi-Purpose Mobile Storage Compartment

    Multi-purpose mobile storage ● in the side trims of the luggage compart- This storage compartment may only be ment, placed in the central area of the rear seat. compartment* ● in the spare wheel recess in the luggage Opening compartment (only on vehicles with an op- General information ›››...
  • Page 99 The tables have two positions for use and the front storage compartment and checking cannot be interchanged. that both safety clips are securely fastened to Fold down the small section of the rear seat – both rings. backrest in order to access the back of the WARNING large backrest.

  • Page 100: Ashtray*, Cigarette Lighter* And Power Sockets

    Operation Fold the larger seat down and remove the – WARNING Using the lighter carefully. Carelessness or ● mobile storage compartment mounting negligence when using the cigarette lighter Never put paper in the ashtray. Hot ash could plate. can cause burns and serious injuries.
  • Page 101 For more details about the use of this audio and video source, see the RSE manual. Fig. 98 Altea XL/Freetrack model: power socket in boot. Electrical accessories may be connected to the 12 volt power socket in the front centre ›››...

  • Page 102: First-Aid Kit, Warning Triangle, Fire Extinguisher

    For information concerning the use of this The fire extinguisher does not belong to ● equipment, please see the Radio handbook. Altea: warning triangle storage un- Fig. 102 the standard vehicle equipment. der the rear shelf. The fire extinguisher must comply with le- ●...

  • Page 103: Luggage Compartment

    Rear shelf avoid accidents. characteristics of the vehicle by shifting the 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA Never exceed the allowed axle weights or ● centre of gravity. allowed maximum weight. If said weights are Distribute the load evenly in the luggage –...
  • Page 104 Retractable rear shelf partment should remain closed. To remove the rear shelf 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK To remove the storage compartment Press the side pin in the direction of the ar- –...
  • Page 105 Fig. 108 Cargo separation net* straps. net. 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK During a collision or an accident, even small The separation net prevents loose objects in and light objects can build up so much ener- the boot from being thrown forward into the gy that they can cause very severe injuries.

  • Page 106: Roof Carrier/Rack System

    Variable storage in the boot floor. Fig. 109 Luggage compartment net* ● For safety reasons, only luggage racks and accessories supplied by SEAT official services are recommended. ● It is essential that you strictly follow the as- sembly instructions included with the bars, being especially careful to position the boot cover bars on the special housings;...
  • Page 107 112. points ● A: marks for securing on the rear section. Fig. 112 Altea model: securing points for the B: hole for securing on the front section. ● roof carrier. Securing the base supports and roof carrier system (Altea XL/Altea Freetrack) Always secure the base supports and roof carrier system correctly.
  • Page 108 Operation The position holes are located on the inner CAUTION ››› side of the rail Fig. 113. Follow the instructions given in the manual.

  • Page 109: Air Conditioning

    Air conditioning Air conditioning Heating Operating instructions Heating controls on the dash panel. Fig. 114 ››› Fig. 114 Air recirculation mode  Use the knobs needed to defrost the windows quickly, is on- – control to set the temperature, air distri- ly available when the engine has reached its Air recirculation mode prevents strong...
  • Page 110 Operation Air distribution Air distribution towards the footwell  In air recirculation mode, no cold air from ● the outside enters the vehicle interior. The Air distribution towards the windscreen Control for setting the flow of air in the re- ...

  • Page 111: Climatic

    Air conditioning Climatic* Controls On the dash panel: Climate controls. Fig. 115 The Climatic or semi-automatic air condition- button – Heated rear window The  WARNING ing system only works when the engine is heating will be switched off automatically For road safety all windows must be clear of running and the blower is switched on.
  • Page 112 Operation Heating and cooling the interior On the dash panel: Climate controls. Fig. 116 Interior heating Turn the temperature selector anticlockwise Air conditioner – until the desired cooling output is reached. ››› Turn the temperature selector Fig. 116 When the air conditioning system is switched –...
  • Page 113 Air conditioning ● The air conditioning system compressor the outside from entering the vehicle, for ex- When the recirculation mode is on, if the air has been temporarily switched off because ample when passing through a tunnel or in a distribution towards the windscreen mode is the engine coolant temperature is too high.

  • Page 114: C-Climatronic

    Operation 2C-Climatronic* Controls On the dash panel: 2C Climatronic con- Fig. 117 trols. The air conditioner controls the temperature The temperature can be adjusted separately yellow and the symbol appears on the ra- when the engine is running and the blower is for the left and right sides of the vehicle inte- dio or navigator display.
  • Page 115 Air conditioning Viewing Climatronic information yellow and the symbol appears in the dis- The LEDs on the Climatronic controls indicate play. that the selected function has been activa- ted. button – Automatic temperature, AUTO ventilation and air distribution control In addition, the radio or radio and navigation ›››...
  • Page 116 Operation A pleasant temperature is quickly reached in the interior, the blower speed and the air dis- Note automatic mode at a temperature of +22 °C tribution are regulated automatically. The There are two automatic modes: (+72 °F). Therefore, we recommend you not system also considers the sunlight radiation, ●...
  • Page 117 Air conditioning Blower In manual mode you can adjust the air tem- (+72 °F) and passenger side temperature +24 ℃ (+23.89 ℃). perature, air flow and distribution as re- The fan may be adjusted freely using the con- quired. trols .

  • Page 118: General Notes

    Operation Air conditioner If the windscreen air output is on and air re- Note circulation mode is pressed, this remains ac- When the air conditioning system is switched ● If the humidity and temperature outside the tive. When the recirculation mode is on, if the on, not only the temperature, but also the air vehicle are high, condensation can drip off air distribution towards the windscreen mode...

  • Page 119: Driving

    Driving Driving ted to the driving style and the road condi- CAUTION tions. When the engine is running, do not turn the Power steering (servotronic*) The all-wheel drive is specially designed to steering wheel to its limit for more than 15 complement the superior engine power.

  • Page 120: Driving With Lpg

    The engine speed is always above 1,200 tempt you into taking any risks when driving. rpm. Failure to follow this instruction could result 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA / ALTEA XL in an accident. ● The LPG system check has been completed...
  • Page 121 Driving LPG and safety Message in the instru- How to proceed WARNING ment panel display If you smell gas or suspect that there is a Failure to act when you can smell gas in the ››› leak in the LPG system. vehicle or when refuelling can cause serious Check that all conditions injuries.

  • Page 122: Journeys Abroad

    Each time that the vehicle is restarted, the ig- nition key must be turned to position . The SEAT importers and distributors will gladly repetitive start prevention lock of the igni- provide information about the technical prep- tion prevents possible damage to the starter aration that your vehicle requires and also motor if the engine is already running.
  • Page 123 Otherwise, the steering could be imme- ››› checked page 196, Fuses. diately blocked- Risk of accident! ine SEAT key with its correct code. Always remove the key from the ignition ● WARNING Note when leaving the vehicle, even if only for a Never start or run the engine in unventila- ●...
  • Page 124 SEAT key with its correct code. Starting a diesel engine after the fuel tank Note and follow the instructions in...

  • Page 125: Braking And Parking

    Driving New brake pads Corrosion engine compartment or due to its prolonged exposure to solar radiation. New brake pads do not provide optimal per- There may be a tendency for corrosion to formance during the first 400 km; first they form on the discs and dirt to build up on the WARNING must be “run in”.
  • Page 126 Operation Always apply the handbrake when you leave WARNING Note your vehicle and when you park. ● Apply the brakes heavily to clean the brake ● If the brake servo is out of action, for exam- system only in a suitable traffic situation. Do ple when the car is being towed, you will Applying the handbrake not put other road users in danger: there is...
  • Page 127 Driving Additional notes on parking the vehicle on If the handbrake is only partially released, Depending on weather conditions, it may ● ● gradients: this will cause the rear brakes to overheat, become extremely hot or cold inside the vehi- which can impair the function of the brake cle.

  • Page 128: Manual Gearbox

    Operation Manual gearbox This system is also active when reversing up- down thoroughly in order to protect the gear- hill. box. Driving with a manual gearbox The reverse lights switch on when the reverse WARNING gear is selected and the ignition is on. ●...

  • Page 129: Automatic Gearbox/Dsg Automatic Gearbox

    Driving Automatic gearbox/DSG Driving programmes Selector lever locking automatic gearbox* The automatic gearbox / DSG gearbox has three programmes. Selector lever positions Selecting the economy programme This programme selects a higher gear earli- – er rather than remain in a lower gear. Put the selector lever into position D to –...
  • Page 130 Operation prevented from passing from P and N to any Holding down the lock button (button on Lightly press the selector lever back to – – other gear without first pressing the brake the selector lever), select R or D. change down.
  • Page 131 Driving Changing gear in Tiptronic mode* The ignition key cannot be removed unless If you stop the vehicle up hill, always hold ● the selector lever is in position P. the foot brake strongly depressed down to stop it from rolling back. Control lamp “Pressing brake pedal”...

  • Page 132: Run-In And Economical Driving

    Operation Lightly press the selector lever forward tor lever position D, “tiptronic” mode will – WARNING ››› Fig. 128 to change up to a higher then also be in third gear. You could lose control of the vehicle if you ac- gear.
  • Page 133 In general, the exhaust warning ture of your new SEAT. ● Use of plastic film as protection during ve- lamp will light up when any of the described hicle transport.
  • Page 134 Operation Diesel engine particulate filter* Do not apply additional underseal or anti- WARNING ● corrosion coatings to the exhaust pipes, cata- ● The diesel engine particulate filter may lytic converter or the heat shields on the ex- reach extremely high temperatures; the vehi- haust system.
  • Page 135 Driving Some tips on how to help you reduce pollu- crease very rapidly at higher speeds. Driving exhaust gas filtration systems should reach tion while saving money are listed below. at moderate speeds will help to save fuel. the optimum operating temperature. With the engine cold, fuel consumption is Drive anticipating the traffic situation Avoid idling...

  • Page 136: Driver Assistance Systems

    Examples of devices that use a lot of electricity are: the fan at high speeds, the rear window heating or the seat heaters*. Note If you vehicle has Start-Stop, it is not rec- ●...
  • Page 137 Driver assistance systems Steering manoeuvre recommendations The ESC system is always active and cannot the tyres can cause the system to reduce en- be switched off. The ESC switch only switches gine power when this is not desired. This is a complementary safety function in- the ASR off.
  • Page 138 Operation without EDL. For this reason, the driver is not This is when the brake assist system comes Therefore, it is essential that you adjust your informed that the EDL has been switched off. into action. When pressing the brake pedal speed to suit the road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 139 Driver assistance systems brake on gravel or on fresh snow on a entire speed range in conjunction with ABS. Always adapt your driving style to suit the ● slippery surface. If a failure occurs in the ABS, the ASR will al- condition of the roads and the traffic situa- so stop working.

  • Page 140: Start-Stop System

    Start-Stop function interruption of servo assistance. Start-Stop function conditions In the following situations, the Start-Stop WARNING The driver seat belt must be buckled. ● function will be interrupted and the engine will automatically start: ● The bonnet must be closed.
  • Page 141 Driver assistance systems ● The windscreen de-mist function is turned deactivated, the pushbutton indicator When the conditions for the Start-Stop ● lights. function are not fulfilled, the instrument pan- el displays the Start-Stop indicator dimmed. ● The temperature of the passenger compart- If the Start-Stop function is operating then –...

  • Page 142: Parking Aid Acoustic System

    The volume of the warning beeps will gradu- bars, etc) may not always be detected by the When you are parking, the SEAT Parking Sys- ally decrease after about 4 seconds if the ve- system, so take care not to damage the vehi-...
  • Page 143 When the sensors detect an obsta- reached the collision zone. Stop moving im- cle, you are alerted by audible and optical ››› mediately! in SEAT Parking System: de- warnings. The measuring range of the sen- scription on page 140. sors starts at approximately:...

  • Page 144: Cruise Speed* (Cruise Control System - Ccs)

    Contact a SEAT official ● Always switch the cruise control system off service or specialised workshop.
  • Page 145 Driver assistance systems Setting a higher speed Switching off cruise control also be switched off fully when the 1st gear is engaged.* temporarily* Press the upper part RES/+ of the rocker – ››› switch Fig. 136 to increase the speed. The vehicle will continue to accelerate as Setting speed* long as you keep the rocker switch pressed.

  • Page 146: Towing Bracket Device

    Operation Towing bracket device once on the upper part of the rocker switch power and therefore the vehicle climbing ››› Fig. 137 ability are impaired because of the reduced RES/+ air density. The maximum trailer weight has Trailer towing to be reduced accordingly. The weight of the vehicle and trailer combination must be re- Complete system deactivation* Instructions to follow...
  • Page 147 Towing bracket device Tyre pressure Ball coupling of towing bracket* Speed Set tyre pressure to the maximum permissi- The stability of the vehicle and trailer is re- Depending on the model version, the spheri- ble pressure shown on the sticker on the in- duced with increasing speed.
  • Page 148 Note towing bracket, please contact a Technical Service to check whether your cooling system For the sports model (Altea FR), fitting of a If a towing bracket is to be fitted after the ve- needs modification. trailer bracket is not recommended due to the hicle is purchased, this must be completed design of the bumpers.

  • Page 149: Advice

    Advice Despite a continuous observation of the mar- Unauthorised modifications to the electronic ket, SEAT is not able to assess the reliability, components or software in the vehicle may safety and suitability of parts that SEAT has cause malfunctions. Due to the way the elec- Care and maintenance not approved.

  • Page 150: Care And Cleaning

    These are toxic and highly flammable. Risk of should be only fitted by a specialised work- sect remains, bird droppings, resinous tree fire and explosion. shop, for example a SEAT dealership. sap, road dirt, industrial deposits, tar, soot or Before washing your vehicle, or carrying ●...

  • Page 151: Care Of The Vehicle Exterior

    Care and maintenance could be wet, or even frozen in winter. “Dry” Dry the vehicle surface gently with a cha- – For the sake of the environment the brakes by braking several times. mois leather. ● When purchasing products for your vehicle In cold temperature, dry the rubber seals –...
  • Page 152 Advice Vehicle paint maintenance Do not use a high pressure cleaner to re- – Washing the vehicle in low temperatures: ● move ice or snow from windows when washing the vehicle with a hose, do not ››› page 151. Regular waxing protects the paintwork. direct water into the lock cylinders or the gaps around the doors, rear lid, or sunroof.
  • Page 153 Care and maintenance Removing snow CAUTION The heating element for the rear window is ● located on the inner side of the window. To Use a small brush to remove snow from the – To prevent damage to the paintwork: prevent damage, do not put stickers over the windows and mirrors.
  • Page 154 Advice Steel wheel rims Caring for rubber seals will also prevent pre- Alloy wheels require regular attention to pre- mature ageing and leaks. The doors will be serve their appearance. If road salt and brake easier to open. If rubber seals are well looked Clean steel wheel rims regularly using a dust are not often removed, the aluminium –...

  • Page 155: Caring For The Vehicle Interior

    Cleaning the engine compartment Before opening the bonnet, switch the en- ● colour-fast. Seat upholstery (material and gine off, apply the handbrake firmly and al- leather), especially when light-coloured, may Take special care when cleaning the engine ways remove the key from the ignition.
  • Page 156 Other people may confuse them. Note age. ● Keep all car-care products out of the reach SEAT recommends you take the vehicle to a of children. specialised workshop to treat any stains on Some products may give off harmful va- ●...
  • Page 157 ● Do not use high-pressure or steam cleaning If the seat gets soaked, take the vehicle im- foam cleaner. ● equipment or cold aerosols. mediately to a specialised workshop to be If the upholstery and trim are very dirty, be- ●...
  • Page 158 Cleaning the vehicle Cleaning synthetic leather upholstery SEAT recommends using a slightly damp cot- Maintenance and treatment ton or woollen cloth for general cleaning pur- Before cleaning synthetic leather upholstery, Nappa natural leather is delicate because it poses.
  • Page 159 Clean the wooden trim with a water-mois- – Allow it to dry. – tened clean cloth. Do not roll the seat belt up until it is dry. – If this does not provide satisfactory results, – use a gentle soap solution.

  • Page 160: Checking And Refilling Levels

    Advice Checking and refilling levels Unscrew the cap, turning it anticlockwise. – For safety reasons we do not recommend – carrying a spare fuel canister in the vehi- Closing the fuel tank cap cle. The canister could be damaged in an Fuel accident and leak.

  • Page 161: Petrol

    Group fuel additives for petrol engines”. Petrol the engine. These additives can be bought at SEAT Au- thorised Services, where information on how Petrol types For the sake of the environment to use them can also be obtained.

  • Page 162: Diesel

    0 °C (+32 °F) because the fuel thickens 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA / ALTEA XL “European Standard”). It must have a cetane number (CN) of at least 51. The cetane num- due to wax separation.
  • Page 163 Checking and refilling levels ● Refuel as indicated in the pump instruc- If the outside temperature is very high, the ● tions. protection against overheating for the LPG pump may disconnect automatically. ● The fuel tank will be full when the pump compressor automatically cuts the supply.
  • Page 164 Advice Adapter for the Fixed adapter pling , the bayonet or the EURO adapt- 3 Applies to the market: Spanish The filler systems and corresponding adapt- ers vary according to country. As petrol sta- tions abroad do not always have the neces- sary adapters for your LPG system, we recom- mend you purchase the appropriate adapter before travelling abroad.

  • Page 165: Working In The Engine Compartment

    For any fault in the LPG system, please refer range of winter gas may be lower (due to in- been designed to ensure the maximum pos- to the SEAT web page, which lists the work- creased consumption) than that of summer sible levels of safety.
  • Page 166 190. The long hair do not get trapped in rotating battery could explode. engine parts. Danger of death. Before are under constant development. SEAT pro- starting any work remove jewellery, tie vides a constant flow of information to Tech- ●...
  • Page 167 Checking and refilling levels For the sake of the environment Wait until no more steam, smoke or coolant ● is emitted from the bonnet, then carefully Service fluids leaks are harmful to the envi- open the bonnet. ronment. For this reason you should make When working in the engine compartment, ●...

  • Page 168: Engine Oil

    Advice Checking fluid levels Overview Service intervals You will find further explanations, instruc- Service intervals can be flexible (LongLife tions and restrictions on the technical speci- service) or fixed (dependent on time/dis- ››› page 207. fications as of tance travelled). If the PR code that appears on the back of the Maintenance Programme booklet is PR QI6, Engine oil...
  • Page 169 Checking and refilling levels Fixed service intervals* you cannot obtain the oil specified for your Note vehicle, you can use a small quantity of oil If your vehicle does not have the “LongLife Before a long trip, we recommend finding an (once) conforming to the VW 506 00, service interval”...
  • Page 170 Advice Pull out the dipstick. Wipe the dipstick with Top-up oil in small amounts, using the cor- – – When working in the engine compartment, ● a clean cloth and insert it again, pushing it rect oil. always observe the safety warnings in as far as it will go.

  • Page 171: Cooling System

    Checking and refilling levels Changing engine oil scaling and considerably raises the boiling CAUTION point of the coolant. No additives should be used with engine oil. The engine oil must be changed at the inter- To protect the engine cooling system, the This could result in engine damage.
  • Page 172 Do not fill above the “MAX” mark. – with coolants which are not approved by SEAT. Otherwise, you run the risk of causing Closing the coolant expansion tank severe damage to the engine and the engine Screw the cap on again tightly.

  • Page 173: Windscreen Washer Reservoir

    Checking and refilling levels Windscreen washer reservoir WARNING WARNING Any work carried out in the engine compart- Any work carried out in the engine compart- Topping up washer fluid  ment or on the engine must be carried out ment or on the engine must be carried out cautiously.

  • Page 174: Brake Fluid

    You can buy VW 501 14 standard brake fluid there may be a leak in the brake system. A Wipe off any brake fluid from the paintwork at a SEAT dealership or a SEAT Official Serv- display on the instrument panel will warn you immediately.

  • Page 175: Vehicle Battery

    Rinse battery acid from eyes imme- Never reverse the polarity of the connections. ble regulations. The SEAT Technical Service diately for several minutes with clear water. This could cause an electrical fire.
  • Page 176 Transparent/clear yellow: the battery must The battery has been developed to suit the be replaced. Contact a specialised workshop. conditions of its location and has special safety features. Genuine SEAT batteries meet the mainte- nance, performance and safety specifications of your vehicle.

  • Page 177: Wheels

    Wheels Wheels Concealed damage 1. Read the required tyre inflation pressure from the sticker. The values refer to Sum- Damage to tyres and rims is often not readily mer tyres. For winter tyres, you must add visible. If you notice unusual vibrations or the Wheels and tyres 0.2 bar (2.9 psi / 20 kPa) to the values vehicle pulling to one side, this may indicate...
  • Page 178 ● wheel. are hot. This may damage or even burst the tyres. Risk of accident! For optimum performance, use genuine SEAT An insufficiently inflated tyre flexes a lot tyres. In addition, check and adjust tyre pres- ● more at high speeds and causes significant sures regularly.
  • Page 179 Wheels Tyre useful life pending on the make, there will be 6 to 8 of Unbalanced wheels should be rebalanced, as them evenly spaced around the tyre. Mark- they otherwise cause excessive wear on ings on the tyre sidewall (for instance the let- steering, suspension and tyres.
  • Page 180 Advice The run-flat tyres have a tag on the side of ● there is a smell of rubber, For the sake of the environment the tyre, with the description: “DSST”, “Eufo- the vehicle vibrates, ● Under-inflated tyres will increase fuel con- nia”, “RFT”, “ROF”, “RSC”, “SSR”...
  • Page 181 11th week of 2003. known “history of use”. or tyres to those originally fitted by SEAT may We recommend that work on tyres and If wheel trims are retrofitted, you must en- be fitted, as well as the combinations al- ●...

  • Page 182: Winter Service

    The use of wheels or tyres Risk of accident. can be found in the vehicle's registration which have not been approved by SEAT for The wheel bolts must be clean and turn documentation. Use only radial winter tyres.

  • Page 183: Emergencies

    Emergencies Emergencies handle better when the roads are free of All-wheel drive: where snow chains are com- snow and ice. pulsory, this normally also applies to all- wheel drive vehicles. Snow chains may only If you have a flat tyre, please refer to the Vehicle tools, spare wheel be fitted to the front wheels (also on vehicles ›››...

  • Page 184: Wheel Change

    Advice The temporary spare wheel is stored under Never start the engine when the vehicle is WARNING ● the floor panel in the luggage compartment on the jack. Risk of accident. ● The tyre pressures must be checked and and is attached by a thumbnut. ●...
  • Page 185 Emergencies Switch off the engine. Switch on the hazard Remove the wheel cover. Also refer to – – wheel, they must be replaced before having ››› warning lights. Fig. 155. the wheel bolt tightening torque checked. Apply the handbrake firmly. Slacken the wheel bolts.
  • Page 186 Advice Loosening the wheel bolts Pull off the hub cap. – WARNING Loosen the wheel bolts (only about one turn) before raising the vehicle with the jack, oth- Wheel covers* erwise there is a risk of accident. Note If the wheel bolt is very tight, you may be ●...
  • Page 187 Emergencies Lifting the vehicle Jack position points for vehicles with rectly below the vertical rib under the door sill. sill panel trim* Align the jack so that the arm of the jack – fits around the rib under the door sill and the movable base plate of the jack is flat on ›››...

  • Page 188: Tyre Repair

    4 mm in diameter. Do not remove foreign ob- tained from the SEAT Official Services. jects, e.g. screws or nails, from the tyre.
  • Page 189 ● A new bottle of sealant can be purchased at SEAT dealerships. ● Replace the repaired tyre with the tire mo- ● If the wheel rim has been damaged.
  • Page 190 Advice Sealing and inflating a tyre Inflating the tyre The tyre mobility set is located underneath the floor covering in the boot. It includes the Securely screw the tyre inflator tube ● ››› Sealing a tyre following components Fig. 162: ›››...

  • Page 191: Jump-Starting

    Emergencies Jump-starting ● If the indicated pressure still cannot be compressor again, let it cool for several mi- reached, the tyre is too badly damaged. The nutes. tyre cannot be sealed with the anti-puncture Jump leads kit. Do not continue driving. You should ob- ›››...
  • Page 192 Advice How to jump start: description Removing the jump leads 2. Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal of the vehicle 9. Before you remove the jump leads, switch ››› with the flat battery Fig. 163.

  • Page 193: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Emergencies Towing and tow-starting General notes after the battery has thawed, battery acid could leak and cause chemical burns. If a bat- Please observe the following points if you tery freezes, it should be replaced. Tow-starting use a tow rope: Keep sparks, flames and lighted cigarettes ●...
  • Page 194 Advice Driving style Towline anchorages ● Do not tow further than 50 km. If a breakdown vehicle is used, the vehicle Towing requires some experience, especially ● must be towed with the front wheels raised. when using a tow rope. Both drivers should be familiar with the technique required for Note towing.

  • Page 195: Emergency Locking And Unlocking

    Emergencies Emergency locking and Bolt the anchorage to its limit to the left, in will expose a circular element with a groove – ››› the direction of the arrow Fig. 165. in the centre. Insert the key into the groove unlocking and rotate the element clockwise for the right Rear towline anchorage...

  • Page 196: Changing The Wiper Blades

    Advice Emergency boot hatch opening Changing the wiper blades To change the blades it is necessary to move the wipers from the rest position into the service position. Changing windscreen wiper blades Service position (for changing wiper blades) Ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen. –...
  • Page 197 Changing the rear wiper blade rected if necessary. Check the condition of the wiper blade regu- 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA larly. Change as required. WARNING If the windscreen wiper scrapes, it should be Do not drive unless you have good visibility replaced if damaged, or cleaned if soiled.

  • Page 198: Fuses And Bulbs

    Changing the rear wiper blade Fuses and bulbs If the windscreen wiper scrapes, it should be replaced if damaged, or cleaned if soiled. 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK If this is not sufficient, refer to a specialised Fuses workshop.
  • Page 199 Fuses and bulbs WARNING Note The high voltages in the electrical system can ● One component may have more than one give serious electrical shocks, causing burns fuse. and even death! Several components may run on a single ● ● Never touch the electrical wiring of the igni- fuse.

  • Page 200: Changing The Lights

    Advice To replace a fuse Colour Amp rating Note Remove the fuse. ● In the vehicle, there are more fuses than Orange those indicated in this chapter. These should ● Replace the blown fuse by one with an only be changed by a specialised workshop. identical amperage rating (same colour and Opening and closing the fuse box situated ›››...
  • Page 201 ● wet), the headlights, the fog lights, the tail Turn signal - PY21W Fixed tail light (ALTEA XL / ALTEA FREETRACK) lights and the turn signals may be temporari- Stop/Position - P21W ly misted. This has no influence on the useful...
  • Page 202 Advice Turn signal bulbs Dipped lights not only in the interest of your own safety, but also that of all other road users. ● Due to difficulty of access to some of the bulbs, any replacement work should be done by a technical service.
  • Page 203 Fuses and bulbs ››› Unclip the retainer spring Fig. 179 Raise the bonnet. – – pressing inwards to the right. ››› Remove the cover Fig. 180 by pulling – Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so on this. – that the lug on the base fits into the recess ›››...
  • Page 204 Unscrew the plastic fitting Fig. 185 – securing the tail light. Inserting a screw- 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA driver under the plastic fitting may help to loosen it. Partially remove the tail light from its cas- –...
  • Page 205 Fig. 187. To refit follow the steps in reverse order, – 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK Fit the replacement bulb by pressing it taking special care when fitting the bulb – down and rotating to the left.
  • Page 206 Remove the blown bulb and replace it with – 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK another. To refit follow the steps in reverse order, – taking special care when fitting the bulb holder.
  • Page 207 Fuses and bulbs Luggage compartment lights Registration light Registration light 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA 3 Applies to the model: ALTEA XL/ALTEA FREETRACK Fig. 194 Boot light. Number plate light. Number plate light. Fig. 196 Fig. 198 Boot light.
  • Page 208 Advice Sun visor light Fig. 200 Removing the sun visor light. Fig. 201 Removing the sun visor light. Carefully remove the lamp, using the flat – side of a screwdriver, as shown in the fig- ››› Fig. 201. Remove the bulb, moving it outward and in –...

  • Page 209: Technical Specifications

    Technical features Technical specifications Meaning brevia- tion Technical features Revolutions per minute - engine speed. Important information Newton metres, unit of engine torque. litres Fuel consumption in litres per 100 km (70 Important miles). 100 km The information in the vehicle documentation Carbon dioxide emissions in grams per km always takes precedence over the informa- g/km...

  • Page 210: Information On Fuel Consumption

    Technical specifications Vehicle identification data Chassis number Vehicles for certain export countries do not have an identification plate. The chassis number can be read from outside the vehicle through a viewer in the wind- Identification plate ››› Fig. 203. This is located on the left- screen hand side of the vehicle in the lower corner The identification plate is located on the left...

  • Page 211: Towing A Trailer

    Technical features vehicle, they can also differ from the estab- For special versions and optional equipment official vehicle documentation takes prece- ››› lished values depending on other factors fittings or for the addition of accessories, the dence over these data at all times ›››...

  • Page 212: Wheels

    Technical specifications Wheels If the tightening torque of the wheel bolts ● is too low, they could loosen while the vehi- cle is in motion. Risk of accident! If the tight- Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel ening torque is too high, the wheel bolts and bolts threads can be damaged.

  • Page 213: Engine Specifications

    /Normal 91 72 (98)/5,600 75 (102)/5,600 144/3,800 148/3,800 Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol. Slight power loss. ALTEA ALTEA ALTEA XL ALTEA XL Performance (LPG) (Petrol) (LPG) (Petrol) Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) 13.8...
  • Page 214 Technical specifications ALTEA ALTEA ALTEA XL ALTEA XL Performance (LPG) (Petrol) (LPG) (Petrol) Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1500 1,500 1,500 1,500 Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200...
  • Page 215 Super 95 RON /Normal 91 RON Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol. With a slight power loss Performance ALTEA ALTEA XL Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) 11.3 11.6 Weights (in kg)
  • Page 216 4/1,390 Super 95 RON /Normal 91 RON Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol. With a slight power loss Performance ALTEA ALTEA XL ALTEA FREETRACK Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) 10.3 10.5 10.8...
  • Page 217 Super 95 RON /Normal 91 RON Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol. With a slight power loss Performance ALTEA ALTEA XL Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) Weights (in kg) Gross vehicle weight...
  • Page 218 155 (211)/5,300-6,200 280/1,700-5,200 4/1,984 Super 95 RON /Normal 91 RON Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol. With a slight power loss ALTEA FREETRACK ALTEA FREETRACK Performance Front-wheel drive Four-wheel drive Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds)
  • Page 219 66 (90)/4,200 230/1,500-2,500 4/1,598 min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Performance ALTEA ALTEA XL Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) 13.8 14.1 Weights (in kg)
  • Page 220 Diesel according to standard DIN EN 590, 77 (105)/4,400 250/1,500-2,500 4/1,598 min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the diesel combustion power. ALTEA ALTEA XL Performance Automatic gearbox Automatic gearbox Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) 12.4...
  • Page 221 77 (105)/4,400 250/1,500-2,500 4/1,598 min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Performance ALTEA ALTEA XL Top speed (km/h) Acceleration 0-80 km/h (seconds) Acceleration 0-100 km/h (seconds) 12.2 12.4 Weights (in kg)
  • Page 222 Fuel Diesel according to standard DIN EN 590, 103 (140)/4,200 320/1,750-2,500 4/1,968 min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the diesel combustion power. ALTEA XL ALTEA FREETRACK Performance ALTEA ALTEA XL Four-wheel drive Four-wheel drive Top speed (km/h)

  • Page 223: Dimensions And Capacities

    Technical features Dimensions and capacities Dimensions ALTEA ALTEA XL ALTEA FREETRACK Length / Width (mm) 4,282/1,768 4,467/1,768 4,493/1,778 Height at kerb weight (mm) 1,546 1,575 1,615 Front and rear projections (mm) 916/788 913/976 940/977 Wheelbase (mm) 2,578 2,578 2,578 Turning radius (m) 10.7...

  • Page 225: Index

    Brake pedal Adjusting the seat belt height ....16 Control lamp ......46 Control lamp .
  • Page 226 Control lamps ......35 Dangers in not using the seat belt ... . 13 Luggage compartment lights .
  • Page 227 Environmental friendliness ....131 Electric power steering Seat belt tensioners ..... . 16 Environmental tip Control lamp .
  • Page 228 Glove compartment ......93 Lifting the seat backrest ....92 Glow plug system .
  • Page 229 Index Loading the luggage compartment ... 101 Puncture repair ......186 Locking gear in Tiptronic mode .
  • Page 230 Windows ....... 73 Seat belts ....... . 11 functioning .
  • Page 231 Index Tank flap ....... . 158 Tyre mobility system ..... . . 186 synthetic leather .
  • Page 232 Index Why wear seat belts? ....11, 17 Windows ....... . . 72 Windscreen washer fluid Control lamp .
  • Page 235 SEAT S.A. is permanently concerned about continuous development of its types and models. For this reason we ask you to under- stand, that at any given time, changes regarding shape, equipment and technique may take place on the car delivered. For this reason no right at all may derive based on the data, drawings and descriptions in this current handbook.

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