Seat LEON Owner's Manual page 208

Function Reprogramming
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One-touch function of
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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Digital clock
After driving for a few me-
ESC warning lamp tres, the warning lamp goes
out again.
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 in Important safety warn-
ings for handling a vehicle battery on
page 206
206
Important safety warnings for
handling a vehicle battery
page 92, One-touch
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!
page 87.
The battery must not be opened. Never try to
page 68. 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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page 191.
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WARNING
● When repairing or working on the electrical
system, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the key from the ignition. The
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negative cable on the battery must be
disconnected.
2. When the repair is finished, reconnect
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the negative pole of the battery.
Advice
Wear eye protection.
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.
Fires, sparks, open flames and smoking are pro-
hibited.
The battery should only be charged in a well-ven-
tilated zone. Risk of explosion!
Keep children away from acid and batteries!
Switch off all electrical devices before re-
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connecting the battery. Reconnect first the
positive cable and then the negative cable.
Never reverse the polarity of the connections.
This could cause an electrical fire.
● Ensure that the vent hose is always connec-
ted to the battery.
● Never use damaged batteries. This could
cause an explosion! Replace a damaged bat-
tery immediately.
CAUTION
Never disconnect the battery if the ignition
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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 Important safety
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warnings for handling a vehicle battery on
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page 206 and .
Switch off all electrical devices. Remove the
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ignition key.
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Raise the bonnet page 199.
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Open the battery cover.
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Connect the charger clamps as described
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to the positive pole of the battery (+) and