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Driving
Switching on the ignition/pre-heating glow plugs
If the key is difficult to turn in the lock, move the steering wheel (to take the
load off the steering lock mechanism) until the key turns freely. In the case of
vehicles with a diesel engine, the key is turned to this position to preheat the
glow plugs.
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Starting the engine
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The engine is started in this position. Electrical components with a high
power consumption are switched off temporarily.
After the engine has started, the ignition key returns to position
The ignition key has to be turned back to position
engine. The starter inhibitor in the ignition lock prevents the starter motor
from engaging when the engine is running, as this could cause damage.
Switching off the ignition
Turn the ignition key to this position.
WARNING
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Never remove the ignition key until the vehicle is stationary! Otherwise
the steering lock could engage suddenly, which could cause an accident.
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Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you only
intend to be gone for a short time. This is particularly important if there are
children in the vehicle, as they might otherwise be able to start the engine
or use power-operated equipment (e.g. the electric windows), which could
cause injuries.
Note
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If the battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, it will be
necessary to leave the key in position
the engine.
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before re-starting the
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for about 5 seconds before starting
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Vehicles with automatic gearbox: After switching off the ignition, you can
only remove the ignition key if the selector lever is in position "P" (parking
lock). The selector lever is locked after the ignition key has been removed.
Starting and stopping the engine
Starting the engine
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by itself.
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The engine can only be started with an original SEAT key.
Vehicles with a petrol engine:
– Use the foot brake.
– Manual gearbox: Push the clutch pedal all the way down.
– Move the gear lever into neutral (automatic gearbox: selector
lever to P or N) ⇒
Fig. 148 Ignition key
positions
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