Driving - Seat Ibiza Owner's Manual

Driving

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Introduction
The power steering is not hydraulic but elec-
tromechanical. The advantage of this steer-
ing is that it foes not need flexible hydraulic
pipes, hydraulic oil, pump, filter or other
parts. The electromechanical system saves
fuel. Whereas a hydraulic system needs con-
tinuous oil pressure, electromechanical
steering only needs power when it is used.
In vehicles with electromechanical steering,
the assisted steering function automatically
adjusts according to vehicle speed, steering
wheel torque and wheel orientation. The
power steering only works when the engine
is running.
WARNING
If the power steering does not work, you will
need much more strength to turn the wheel.
This has a considerable effect on vehicle
safety.
● The power steering only works when the
engine is running.
Never allow the vehicle to move when the
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engine is switched off.
Never remove the key from the ignition
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while the vehicle is moving. The steering lock
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Operation
could be engaged and vehicle steering would
not work.
Note
The ignition of the vehicle being towed must
be switched on to prevent the steering wheel
from locking and also to allow the use of the
turn signals, horn, windscreen wipers and
washers.
Control lamp
The control lamp should light up for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched on. It
should go out once the engine is started.

It lights up red
The electromechani- Have the steering checked im-
cal steering is dam- mediately by a specialised work-
aged. shop.

It lights up yellow
Electromechanical See a specialised workshop im-
steering operation mediately and have the steering
is limited. checked.
If the yellow warning lamp does
not light up again after the en-
gine is restarted and the vehicle
has travelled a short distance,
you do not need to take it to a
specialised workshop.
 It lights up yellow
The 12-volt battery Take the vehicle for a short run
was disconnected at 15-20 km/h (9-12 mph).
and has been recon-
nected.
 It flashes yellow
The steering column Turn the wheel a little to both
is tight. sides.
The steering column Remove the key from the ignition
does not unlock or and switch the ignition back on.
lock. If necessary, check the messag-
es displayed on the instrument
panel display.
Do not drive on if the steering
column remains locked after the
ignition has been switched on.
Seek specialist assistance.
WARNING
If the warning lamps and the corresponding
messages are ignored when they light up, the
vehicle may stall in traffic and cause acci-
dents and severe injuries.
Never ignore the warning lamps or messag-
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es.
● Stop the vehicle at the next opportunity
and in a safe place.