Gearbox - Seat Alhambra Owner's Manual

Gearbox

Introduction
When reverse gear is engaged and the ig-
nition is switched on the following takes
place:
Reverse lights light up.
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When reversing, the air conditioner auto-
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matically changes to air recirculation mode.
The rear window heater switches on when
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the windscreen wiper is activated.
Also, the parking sensor system, the optical
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parking sensor and the camera for the re-
verse assist system are connected.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of trac-
tion and skidding, especially on slippery
ground. This could cause loss of control of
the vehicle resulting in an accident and
considerable damage.
Only use the kick-down function or rapid
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acceleration if visibility, weather, road and
traffic conditions so permit.
WARNING
Do not allow the brakes to "rub" for a pro-
longed period of time, or brake frequently
or for long periods of time. Continuous
braking heats up the brakes. This could sig-
Start and driving
nificantly reduce braking power, increase
braking distance or even result in the total
failure of the brake system.
Control and warning lamps
 It lights up red
Brake pedal not engaged!
Press the brake pedal hard.
 It lights up green
Brake pedal not pressed.
To select a gear range, press the brake pedal. Also
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see "Electronic parking brake" page
 Flashes green
The selector lever locking button has not engaged.
The vehicle does not start moving.
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Apply the lock of the selector lever
Several warning and control lamps light up
for a few seconds when the ignition is switch-
ed on, signalling that the function is being
verified. They will switch off after a few sec-
onds.
WARNING
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Observe the safety warnings
trol and warning lamps on page
Manual gear change
Read the additional information carefully
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page 36
In some countries, it is necessary to press the
clutch pedal to the floor to start the engine.
Selecting reverse gear
Engage reverse gear only when the vehicle is
stopped.
WARNING
When the engine is running, the vehicle will
start to move as soon as a gear is engaged
and the clutch released. This is also the
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case with the electronic parking brake on.
Never engage the reverse gear when a
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vehicle is moving forward.
CAUTION
page 248.
To prevent damage and avoid premature
wear, please observe the following:
While driving, do not leave your hand
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resting on the gear stick. The pressure ap-
plied by your hand is transmitted to the
gearbox selector forks.
Always ensure that the vehicle is com-
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pletely stopped before engaging the re-
verse gear.
in Con-
When changing gear, always make sure
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the clutch pedal is pushed right to the floor.
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