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Foreword This Instruction Manual and its corresponding supplements should be read carefully to familiarise yourself with your vehicle. Besides the regular care and maintenance of the vehicle, its correct handling will help preserve its value. For safety reasons, always note the information concerning accessories, modifications and part replace- ments.
Because this is a general manual for the ALTEA FREETRACK, some of the For the sake of the environment equipment and functions that are described in this manual are not included Texts preceded by this symbol contain relevant information concerning envi- in all types or variants of the model or model year;...
2. Operating instructions Information about the distribution of controls in the driver position of your vehicle, about the seat adjustment possibilities, about how to create a suit- able climate in the vehicle interior, etc. 3. Practical Tips Advice relating to the driving, caring and maintenance of your vehicle and certain problems you can solve yourself.
The following list includes most of the safety equipment in your SEAT: safety and for your passengers' safety.
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– Assume the correct sitting position. Instruct your passengers al- so to assume a proper sitting position. ⇒ p age 10. – Fasten your seat belt securely. Instruct your passengers also to Before setting off fasten their seat belts properly. ⇒ p age 19.
Safe driving – Always reduce your speed as appropriate for road, traffic and weather conditions. – When travelling long distances, take breaks regularly - at least every two hours. – If possible, avoid driving when you are tired or stressed. WARNING When driving safety is impaired during a trip, the risk of injury and acci- dents increases.
⇒ F ig. steering wheel – Move the driver seat forwards or backwards so that you are able to press the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals to the floor with your knees still slightly angled ⇒ .
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● An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries. – Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible ⇒ . ● Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between ⇒ F ig.
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● Always keep your feet in the footwell when the vehicle is moving; never rest them on the dash panel, out the window or on the seat. An in- – Always keep both feet in the footwell in front of the rear seat.
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Active head restraints* Vehicle occupants are pressed into their seats during a rear end collision. The resulting body pressure on the seat backrest activates the active head restraint* on the front seat, which moves rapidly forwards and upwards at the same time. This movement reduces the distance between the occu- pant's head and the head restraint, thus reducing the risk of head injuries such as brain trauma.
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The active head restraints* could also be triggered if a vehicle occupant ap- plies a high level of pressure to the seat backrest (e.g. by “falling” back into the seat when entering the vehicle) or if pressure is applied to a front seat head restraint from the rear.
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– And one position for non-use. duce the protective function of seat belts and increase the risk of injury due to incorrect seat belt position. As the driver, you are re- – To fit the head restraints in position for use, pull on the edges sponsible for all passengers, especially children.
Safe driving ● Never travel without wearing the seat belt. Wearing suitable shoes ● Do not allow anyone to travel in the luggage compartment. Always wear shoes which support your feet properly and give you a good feeling for the pedals.
● Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. All vehicle occupants must have their seat belt fastened ⇒ p age 19. – Place the heavy objects first.
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ways use appropriate retaining cords which are secured to the fastening rings. ● Never secure a child seat on the fastening rings. Fastening rings* There can be four fastening rings in the luggage compart- ment for fastening luggage and other objects.
Seat belt warning lamp* WARNING The control lamp acts as a reminder to the driver to fasten ● If seat belts are worn incorrectly or not at all, the risk of severe inju- the seat belt. ries increases. ● Properly worn seat belts can reduce severe injuries in case of sudden Before starting the vehicle: braking manoeuvres or accidents.
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30 km/h (20 mph). The warning lamp* is switched off if the driver seat belt is fastened while the ignition is switched on. ...
25 km/h (15 mph) to 50 km/h (30 mph), for example, the kinetic energy is multiplied by four. Because the vehicle occupants in our example are not restrained by seat belts, in the case of a head-on collision all of their kinetic energy has to be ⇒ ...
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The airbag system is not a substitute for seat belts. When triggered, airbags provide only additional protection. All occupants (including the driver) must wear seat belts properly at all times during the trip. This will reduce the risk Fig. 9 A driver not wear- of severe injuries in the event of an accident –...
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Our examples describe frontal collisions. Of course, properly worn seat belts substantially reduce the risk of injury in all other types of accidents. This is why it is so important to fasten seat belts before every trip, even when "just driving around the corner".
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● The seat belt should never lie on hard or fragile objects (such as glasses or pens, etc.) because this can cause injuries. ● Do not allow the seat belt to be damaged or jammed, or to rub on any sharp edges.
● Never put the latch plate in the buckle of another seat. If you do this, the seat belt will not protect you properly and the risk of injury is in- Fig.
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● An incorrectly worn seat belt can cause severe injuries in the event of an accident. ● The shoulder part of the seat belt must lie on the centre of the shoul- der, never across the neck. The seat belt must lie flat and snugly on the ⇒ ...
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● For pregnant women, the lap part of the seat belt must lie as low as possible over the pelvis, never across the stomach, and always lie flat so that no pressure is exerted on the abdomen.
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WARNING catch on the shoulder belt guide is engaged securely. Never unbuckle a seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. If you do, you increase the risk of sustaining severe or fatal injuries. Incorrectly fastened seat belts...
The seat belt tensioner can be triggered only once. and refitting of system parts in conjunction with other repair work, must The seat belt tensioners will not be triggered in the event of a light frontal, be performed by a specialised workshop only.
● If you are not wearing a seat belt, if you lean forward or to the side you critical injuries. Therefore, it is essential that all vehicle occupants as- while travelling or assume an incorrect sitting position, there is a sub- sume a correct sitting position while travelling.
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WARNING ● To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating airbag, always wear the ● If a child seat is secured to the front passenger seat, the risk to the seat belt properly ⇒ p age 19. child of sustaining critical or fatal injuries in the event of an accident in- ●...
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● If a malfunction occurred, have the system checked immediately by a The control lamp monitors all airbags and seat belt tensioners in the vehi- specialised workshop. Otherwise, in the event of an accident, the airbag cle, including control units and wiring connections.
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Airbag system WARNING (Continued) ● To clean the steering wheel or dash panel, you may use only a dry or a water-moistened cloth. Never clean the dash panel and the airbag mod- ule surface with cleaners containing solvents. Solvents cause the surface to become porous.
The airbag system is not a substitute for seat belts, but it is an integral part of the vehicle's overall passive safety system. Please bear in mind that the...
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● there is a rear-end collision ● the vehicle turns over WARNING ● The seat belts and airbags can only provide maximum protection if the occupants are seated correctly ⇒ p age 10, Proper sitting position for occupants. ● If a fault has occurred in the airbag system, have the system checked immediately by a specialised workshop.
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Airbag system The airbags deploy extremely rapidly, within thousandths of a second, to develop when the airbag deploys. This is normal and it is not an indication provide additional protection in the event of an accident. A fine dust may of fire in the vehicle.
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● If you are not wearing a seat belt, if you lean forward or to the side while travelling or assume an incorrect sitting position, there is a sub- stantially increased risk of injury.
Airbag system Side airbags* The airbag system is not a substitute for seat belts, but it is an integral part of the vehicle's overall passive safety system. Please bear in mind that the airbag system can only work effectively when the occupants are wearing their seat belts.
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● Any work carried out to the doors should be made in an authorised specialised workshop. ● The seat belts and airbags can only provide maximum protection if the occupants are seated correctly ⇒ p age 10, Proper sitting position for occupants.
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● When children assume an incorrect sitting position, they expose ● If you do not wear a seat belt, if you lean forward, or are not seated themselves to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. This...
The airbag system operation is monitored electronically. The airbag system is not a substitute for seat belts, but it is an integral part The curtain airbag system will not be triggered if: of the vehicle's overall passive safety system. Please bear in mind that the airbag system can only work effectively when the vehicle occupants are ●...
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WARNING ● In order for the side airbags to provide their maximum protection, the prescribed sitting position must always be maintained with seat belts fastened while travelling. ● For safety reasons, the curtain airbag must be disabled in those vehi- cles fitted with a screen dividing the interior of the vehicle.
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Airbag system WARNING (Continued) not been expressly approved for use in your vehicle may not be attached to the side windows ⇒ p age 217, Accessories, replacement of parts and modifications. ● The built-in coat hooks should be used only for lightweight clothing. Do not leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.
Airbag system Deactivating airbags* Front passenger front airbag deactivation If you fit a rear-facing child seat to the front passenger seat, the front passenger front airbag must be de-activated. Fig. 27 Control lamp for deactivated front passen- ger airbag in centre con-...
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– Do not use a child seat on the front passenger seat! The front pas- ● You should deactivate the front passenger front airbag only if you senger front airbag could be triggered despite the fact that there is a have to use a rear-facing child seat in exceptional cases.
Depending on their age, height and weight, children trav- As the driver, you are responsible for any children you transport in elling on the rear seat must use a child seat or a seat belt. For safety rea- your vehicle.
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However, if it is necessary, in excep- ● Do not allow the seat belt to become twisted or jammed, or to rub on tional cases, to transport a child in the front passenger seat, the front any sharp edges.
Child seats that have been tested and approved under the ECE R44 stand- ard bear the test mark on the seat (the letter E in a circle with the test num- Group 0+: For babies up to about 18 months old and 13 kg in weight the ber below it).
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We recommend you to always include the manufacturer's Child Seat Instruc- Children under 7 years of age weighing between 15 and 25 kg are best pro- tion Manual together with the on-board documentation. tected by group 2 child seats together with properly adjusted seat belts. Group 3 child seats WARNING...
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● The shoulder part of the seat belt must lie approximately on the cen- tre of the shoulder, never across the neck or the arm. The seat belt must lie close to the upper part of the body. The lap belt part must lie across the pelvis, not across the stomach, and always fit closely.
● When travelling, children must be secured in the vehicle with a re- straint system suitable for age, weight and size. You can secure a child seat to the rear seat or front passenger seat in the ● Never install a child seat facing backwards on the front passenger following ways: seat unless the front passenger airbag has been disabled.
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32. Observe the manufacturer's instruc- tions. – Pull on both sides of the child seat to ensure that it is secure. Fig. 31 ISOFIX securing rings Two ISOFIX retaining rings are fitted on each rear seat. In some vehicles, the rings are secured to the seat frame and, in others, they are secured to the rear floor.
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– this could result in potentially fatal injuries to the child! ● Ensure that the child seat is secured correctly using the “ISOFIX” and Top Tether* securing rings. ...
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Cockpit Button for opening and closing the front windows ..Safety switch* for the rear windows ......Control* for opening and closing the rear windows .
Cockpit Instruments Instrument overview The instruments display the vehicle operating status. Fig. 34 Detailed view of the dash panel: instrument panel Detailed view of the dash panel: instrument panel Fuel gauge ⇒ p age 58 Multifunction display Engine coolant temperature gauge ⇒ p age 58 Rev counter ⇒ ...
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Cockpit Fuel gauge and reserve indicator Engine coolant temperature gauge This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. Fig. 35 Instrument pan- el: fuel gauge Fig. 36 Instrument pan- el: engine coolant tem- perature gauge Instrument panel: fuel gauge The fuel tank has a capacity of approx.
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Cockpit Even if the coolant level is correct do not continue driving. You should ob- Speedometer tain technical assistance. The speedometer is equipped with a digital odometer and a trip recorder, in addition to a service intervals display. WARNING During the running-in period, the instructions shown on ⇒ p age 195 When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety should be followed.
Cockpit Digital instrument panel display Displayed categories* The display on the instrument panel shows the mileage and Display (without warning or information texts) trip recorder as well as the selector lever position. The display in the instrument panel shows, amongst other things, the mileage and trip recorder as well as the selector lever position.
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Cockpit Recommended gear display* The right-hand counter registers the short journeys. The last digit indicates steps of 100 metres. The trip recorder counter may be reset by holding This display helps to save fuel. down the reset button for a few seconds. Service interval display Vehicles with Service intervals dependent on time/distance travelled al- ready have certain service intervals set.
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Technical progress has made it possible to considerably reduce servicing re- The multifunction display (MFI) shows you information on quirements. With the LongLife System, SEAT ensures that your vehicle only the journey and fuel consumption. has an interval service when it is necessary. The length of the Interval Serv- ices (max.
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Cockpit The multifunction system uses two automatic memories: 1 - Trip Information in the multifunction display (MFI)* memory and 2 - Total memory. The selected memory will be shown in the upper right-hand corner of the display. Selecting a memory ⇒ ...
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Cockpit Memory displays The speed may be altered using the rocker switch in steps of 5 km/h (mph) within 5 seconds of the initial memory value. ● Distance ● Average speed - Journey duration ● Driving speed The display shows the amount of time which has elapsed since the ignition was switched on.
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Cockpit more than 20 km/h (12 mph) (ice warning). This symbol will flash for about Note 10 seconds and remains lit until the outside temperature rises above +4 °C (+39.2 °F) or +6 °C (+42.8 °F) if it was already lit. In the case of screens without warning or information messages, faults are indicated exclusively by the control lamps.
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Cockpit If several priority 2 warning messages are detected at the same time, the symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time. Af- ter a set time, the information text will disappear and the symbol will be shown as a reminder at the side of the display.
Cockpit Instrument panel menus* Example of menu use All the menus on the instrument panel may be used accord- ing to the following procedure. The instrument panel menus may vary according to the version of the model. Fig. 45 Steering wheel controls: button A to con- firm the menu selection and switch B to change...
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Cockpit 2. Access the Configuration menu with the steering wheel controls +10 km/h (mph) The set value increases by 10 km/h (mph) ⇒ F ig. 45 – To access the “Configuration” menu, press button -10 km/h (mph) The set value decreases by 10 km/h (mph) until the menu is displayed.
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Cockpit Main menu Open main menu – Switch the ignition on. The menu provides access to the different display functions (only with the MFI lever). – Press and hold the eject button for at least two seconds. It may be necessary to repeat this operation until the main menu is displayed.
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In vehicles fitted with a radio navigation sys- tem, this menu is available in the central unit (navi- the journey and fuel consumption. gator) ⇒ B ooklet SEAT Media System. Vehicle condition This menu displays current warning or information texts: “Vehicle status menu”...
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Cockpit Resetting a memory The maximum display value in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes. The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been – Select the memory where you wish to erase the values. reached. –...
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Cockpit warning is activated. If the set speed is exceeded, an audible warning is – Press button on the multifunction steering wheel* heard and a warning message is displayed until the speed is reduced to at ⇒ F ig. 45 until the Vehicle Status menu is displayed.
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⇒ p age 70 ● SEAT dealerships are able to programme other functions or change the Convenience This menu allows you to make the settings for existing functions depending upon the vehicle equipment.
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Cockpit Lights and visibility menu Displayed on the Function screen From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle lighting Central locking. One door: individual unlocking activated. settings. Auto lock: The doors are automatically locked when the vehicle is travelling at more than approx 15 km/h (10 mph).
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Cockpit Note For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be displayed. Safety First Operating Instructions Practical Tips Technical Specifications...
Cockpit Warning lamps Overview of the warning lamps The control lamps indicate a number of different functions and possible faults. Fig. 49 Instrument panel warning and control lamps. Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certain model versions or are optional extras. ...
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If flashing: the Electronic Stability Con- ⇒ p age 19 ⇒ p age 87 Fasten seat belts! trol (ESC) is working or the ASR is work- ⇒ p age 87 ⇒ p age 167 ⇒ p age 83 ...
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Cockpit If several priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols will be WARNING displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will contin- ue until the fault is corrected. ● Failure to observe control lamps and warning messages can result in serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
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Cockpit Information messages displayed on the screen* Warning: Start-Stop system activated. Switch off the ignition SWITCH OFF when you leave the vehicle. STOP TRANS- Message Description MISSION Warning: Stop the engine. Gearbox overheated. The service interval has ended. Take the vehicle to a Techni- SERVICE TOO HOT cal Service.
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Cockpit Coolant level*/temperature WARNING The warning lamp lights up if the coolant temperature is too ● If your vehicle is immobilised for technical reasons, move it to a safe high or if the coolant level is too low. distance from traffic. Turn the engine off, turn the hazard lights on and place the warning triangle.
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Cockpit For further information on the turn signals, please see ⇒ p age 119. Main beam headlights This control lamp lights up when the main beams are on. Engine management* The warning lamp is switched on once main beams are on or once the headlight flasher is operating.
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Cockpit Anti-lock brake system (ABS)* WARNING A control lamp monitors the ABS. ● Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on ⇒ p age 222, Working in the engine compartment. The control lamp should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is ●...
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Cockpit Alternator Tyre pressure This warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator. The tyre pressure control system controls the tyre speed and the frequency spectrum of each tyre. The warning lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should go out when the engine has started running.
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Cockpit Tyre pressure adjustment Bulb defect Following the modification to tyre pressure or after changing one or more The warning lamp lights up when a bulb in the vehicle's ex- ⇒ F ig. 50 wheels, the button must be kept pressed while the ignition is on terior lighting is defective.
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Cockpit Engine oil pressure WARNING If this warning lamp is red it indicates that the engine oil ● Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on pressure is too low. ⇒ p age 222. ● If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up when driv- If this warning symbol starts to flash, and is accompanied by three audible ing, the brake fluid level ⇒ ...
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Cockpit Indicator for open doors or rear lid* For those vehicles fitted with ESC*, the “Steering manoeuvre recommenda- tion” function is included. See ⇒ p age 189. This warning lamp lights up if one of the doors or the rear lid is open.
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Cockpit Electronic Stability Control (ESC)* / Differential lock fault (EDL)* There are two control lamps for the electronic stability con- The EDL operates along with the ABS in vehicles equipped trol. The lamp provides information concerning the func- with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC)* tion and the ...
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⇒ p age 169. The engine can, however, be started if the appropriate coded SEAT genuine key is used. Note A perfect operation of the vehicle is ensured if genuine SEAT keys are used. Depending on the version of the model.
Steering wheel controls Steering wheel controls General information The steering wheel includes a multifunction module from where it is possi- ble to control the audio, telephone and radio navigation functions, and the automatic gearbox*, without needing to distract the driver. There are three versions of the multifunction module: ●...
Steering wheel controls Audio system Steering wheel audio version controls Fig. 52 Steering wheel Fig. 51 Controls on the controls (depending on steering wheel version of model) Button Radio CD/MP3/USB*/iPod* Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume down Volume down Volume down Next track Search for next station...
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Steering wheel controls Next preset Change folder No function specified I b) Change menu on instrument panel Change menu on instrument panel Change menu on instrument panel Previous preset Change folder No function specified J b) Change menu on instrument panel Change menu on instrument panel Change menu on instrument panel Operates on instrument panel...
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Steering wheel controls Next track Search for next station No function specified No function specified Hold down: Fast forward Previous track Search for last station No function specified No function specified Hold down: Rewind Make call Accept incoming call Access telephone menu on instrument Access telephone menu on instru- Access telephone menu on in- End call...
Steering wheel controls Radio navigation system Steering wheel Audio + Telephone controls Fig. 56 Steering wheel Fig. 55 Controls on the controls (depending on steering wheel version of model) Button Radio CD/MP3/USB*/iPod* NAVIGATOR TELEPHONE Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume down...
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Operates on instrument panel panel/No function speci- panel panel fied 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.
Opening and closing Opening and closing Central locking Locking the vehicle* ⇒ F ig. 62 – Press button on the remote control to lock all doors and the rear lid or turn the key in the door to lock all doors and the rear lid. Basic functions WARNING The central locking system enables you to lock and unlock...
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Opening and closing The doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside if the deadlock has Note not been activated. You will have to pull the door release lever once. When ● While the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked with the re- the Safe deadlock function is off, the anti-theft alarm* remains active.
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Opening and closing Automatic speed dependent locking and unlocking system* prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlock button is press- ed by mistake. This is a safety system which prevent the access to the vehi- cle from the outside when it is running (for example, when stopped at a traffic light).
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Opening and closing Locking the vehicle WARNING (Continued) ⇒ . – Press the button ● When the vehicle is locked from the outside (with the remote control or the key). Unlocking the doors ● While the ignition is not activated after unlocking the door lock cylin- –...
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Opening and closing Emergency manual locking Unlocking the manually (emergency) locked driver door Insert the key in the door lock cylinder and rotate anticlockwise for the left This permits mechanical locking of the doors in case of cen- hand side doors and clockwise for the right hand side doors. tral locking system failure.
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Opening and closing Childproof lock This function is independent of the vehicle electronic opening and locking systems. It only affects rear doors. It can only be activated The childproof lock prevents the rear doors from being and deactivated manually, as described below: opened from the inside.
Opening and closing Keys WARNING ● An incorrect use of the keys can cause serious injuries. Set of keys ● Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle. In case of emergency, they may not be able to leave the vehicle or manage on their The set of keys includes a remote control, a key without a re- own.
Opening and closing Radio frequency remote control Locking and unlocking the vehicle The radio frequency remote control key is used to lock and unlock the vehicle from a distance. Fig. 63 Range of the ra- dio frequency remote control ⇒ F ig. 62 Using the button (arrow) on the control, the key blade is released.
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Opening and closing Changing the battery WARNING If the battery indicator does not flash when the buttons are pushed, the bat- ● An improper use of the key can cause serious injuries. tery must be replaced. ● Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle. In case of emergency, they may not be able to leave the vehicle or manage on their own.
Opening and closing Anti-theft alarm system* ● Unfold the key by pressing the button shown by the (arrow). ● Use the lock on the driver door to unlock the vehicle. The anti-theft alarm system remains active, but an alarm is not triggered immediately. Description of anti-theft alarm system* ●...
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Opening and closing Activation – It is automatically turned on with the anti-theft alarm, when the vehicle is locked mechanically with the key and when the but- on the remote control is used. Deactivation – Press the button on the remote control twice. Only the volu- ...
Opening and closing Rear lid Unlocking and locking The rear lid opening system operates electrically. It is activa- ted by using the handle on the rear lid. Fig. 65 Close-up of the inside trim of the rear lid: hand grip Opening the rear lid ⇒ ...
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Opening and closing Emergency opening WARNING This allows the vehicle to be opened if the central locking ● Always close the rear lid properly. Risk of accident or injury. does not operate (for example, if the battery is flat) ● The rear lid must not be opened when the reverse or rear fog lights are lit.
Opening and closing Windows Buttons on the driver door Button for window in front left door Button for window in front right door Opening or closing the electric windows Buttons for rear windows* The front and rear electric windows can be operated by us- Safety switch for deactivating the electric window buttons in the rear ing the controls on the driver door.
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Opening and closing ⇒ F ig. 67 The buttons have two levels for opening the window WARNING (Continued) and two for closing it. This makes it easier to open and close windows to the ● The electric windows will work until the key has been removed from desired position.
Opening and closing Using the remote control WARNING – Push the lock button on the remote control for about 3 seconds. ● Incorrect use of the electric windows can result in injury. All windows which function electrically will be either opened or ●...
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Opening and closing Closing the sliding/tilting sunroof WARNING (Continued) ⇒ F ig. 68 ⇒ . – Turn the rotary button to position ● Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that Opening the sliding/tilting sunroof the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g.
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Opening and closing Roll-back function of the sliding/tilting sunroof* Fig. 69 Roof lining de- scription: sliding/tilting sunroof rotary knob The sliding/tilting sunroof has a roll-back function which prevents larger ob- jects getting trapped when the roof is closed. The roll-back function does not prevent fingers getting pinched against the roof opening.
Lights and visibility Lights and visibility Lights Switching on front fog lights* – Pull the switch out of position or to the first stop. The symbol in the light switch lights up. Switching lights on and off Switching on the rear fog lights (vehicles with front fog lights) –...
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Lights and visibility ● If you are towing a trailer equipped with a rear fog light on a vehicle with Automatic lighting a factory-fitted towing bracket, the rear fog light on the vehicle will automat- If automatic headlight control is switched on, dipped beam headlights are ically be switched off.
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Lights and visibility Daytime lights* dipped lights (e.g. on coming out of the tunnel), the daytime lights come back on. The daytime light reduces the risk of accidents by increasing Activating the daytime lights the visibility of the vehicle. The daytime running lights are With the ignition switched off, move the turn signal and main beam lever enabled automatically when the ignition is switched on.
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Lights and visibility ● the light control is in position and Note ● the photosensor detects “darkness”. Please observe any relevant legal requirements which may apply in your country. The Leaving Home lighting switches off in the following cases: ...
Lights and visibility Instrument and switch lighting / Headlight range control same time, by using the correct headlight settings, the driver has the best possible lighting for the road ahead. The headlights can only be adjusted when the dipped beam is switched on. To lower the beam, turn the thumb wheel down from the basic setting 0.
Lights and visibility Dynamic cornering lights* (AFS) Hazard warning lights The dynamic cornering lights only operate if the vehicle is travelling at more The hazard warning lights are used to draw the attention of than 10 km/h (6 mph) and the dipped headlights are on. When taking a other road users to your vehicle in emergencies.
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Lights and visibility 7. Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehi- Note cle. ● The battery will run down if the hazard warning lights are left on for a long time, even if the ignition is switched off. Switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users, for example: ●...
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Lights and visibility Signalling a lane change Note – Push the lever up or down to the point where you incur ● The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on. The corre- resistance and then release it. The turn signal will flash several sponding warning lamp ...
Lights and visibility Interior lights Note If not all the vehicle doors are closed, the interior lights will be switched off after approx. 10 minutes, providing the ignition key has been removed and Front interior light type 1 the courtesy light position selected. This prevents the battery from dis- charging.
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Lights and visibility Interior light switched off O ⇒ F ig. Push the switch to position O Note If not all the vehicle doors are closed, the interior lights will be switched off after approx. 10 minutes, providing the ignition key has been removed and the courtesy light position selected.
Lights and visibility Rear interior and reading lights* Note If not all the vehicle doors are closed, the interior lights will be switched off after approx. 10 minutes, providing the ignition key has been removed and the courtesy light position selected. This prevents the battery from dis- charging.
Lights and visibility Windscreen wipers The light* in the roof lining will go out when the vanity mirror cover is push- ed back or the sun visor is pushed back up. Front windscreen wipers Note The roof lamp will turn off about 10 minutes following the removal of the ig- The window wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers and nition key.
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Lights and visibility Slow wipe WARNING – Move the lever up to position ● Worn and dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and safety levels while driving. Continuous wipe ● In cold conditions, you should not use the wash/wipe system unless –...
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Lights and visibility ● When the “interval wipe function” is on, the intervals are directly propor- tional to the speed. This way, the higher the vehicle speed the shorter the intervals. ● The wiper will try to wipe away any obstacles that are on the windscreen. The wiper will stop moving if the obstacle blocks its path.
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Lights and visibility Rear window wiper – Release the lever. The wiper then wipes for approximately 4 sec- onds, and then in intervals again. The window wiper lever operates the windscreen wiper and – Release the lever. The washer system stops and the wipers the wash and wipe system for the rear window.
Lights and visibility main beams are switched on. Clean off stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from the Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror* headlights at regular intervals, for instance when filling the fuel tank. The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off as desired.
Lights and visibility 3. Turn knob to position R (right exterior mirror). Note 4. Swivel the rotary knob to position the exterior mirror so that you ● The automatic anti-dazzle function will only work properly if the sun have a good view to the rear of the vehicle ⇒ . blind* for the rear window is retracted and there are no other objects pre- venting light from reaching the rear vision mirror.
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Lights and visibility 2. Turn the rotary knob to position the exterior mirror so that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle. The right exterior mirror will be adjusted at the same time (synchronised). WARNING ● Convex or aspheric mirrors increase the field of vision however the objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors.
● Always keep your feet on the footwell when the vehicle is moving; Proper seat adjustment optimises the level of protection of- never rest them on the dash panel, out of the window or on the seat. This fered by seat belts and airbags.
Fig. 90 Side view: head restraints and seat belts correctly adjusted – Adjust the head restraint so that the top is at the same level as the top of your head or as close as possible to the same level as ⇒ ...
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Seats and storage Removing or adjusting head restraints – Make sure that the head restraint engages securely in one of its positions ⇒ p age 14. The head restraints can be adjusted by moving them up and down. Angle adjustment (front seats) –...
WARNING ● Never adjust the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in motion. While adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting position. Risk of fatal accidents. Adjust the driver or front passenger seat only when the vehicle is stationary.
LED goes out (level 0). The seat heating only works when the ignition is switched on. The left Fig. 93 Thumb wheel for thumb wheel controls the left seat and the right thumb wheel the right seat. the front seat heating CAUTION To avoid damaging the heating elements, please do not kneel on the seat or apply sharp pressure at a single point to the seat cushion and backrest.
This could in- crease the risk of an accident and therefore, injury. ● Do not push the backrests down when the seat is moved, this is to avoid damage to the centre console.
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In this position the backrest is locked. This is the reason why the loop loca- ted on the side of the seat must be pulled in the direction of the arrow to WARNING open the backrest.
Seats and storage Storage compartment Centre armrest at front with storage compartment There is a storage compartment in the armrest. Storage compartment on the front passenger side Fig. 100 Front armrest with storage compart- ment Fig. 99 Passenger side: storage compartment –...
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Stowage areas under the front seats* Folding tray* There is a storage compartment with a cover under each Folding trays are fitted to the rear of the front seat backrests. front seat. Fig. 102 Folding tray on Fig. 101 Storage com-...
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Seats and storage Roof storage compartment* Storage in the luggage compartment* There are four storage compartments in the roof There is a variable storage compartment* in the luggage compartment floor. Fig. 103 Roof storage Fig. 104 Variable lug- compartments gage compartment floor storage compartment –...
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Seats and storage – Lift the luggage compartment floor and fold it back all the way Luggage compartment net* ⇒ F ig. 104. There is a storage net in the luggage compartment for secur- ⇒ F ig. – Fit the separator 105, into the side grooves depend- ing objects.
Seats and storage ● in the side trims of the luggage compartment, Front drinks holders ● in the spare wheel recess in the luggage compartment (only on vehicles with an optional anti-puncture kit*. The clothes hooks are located on the rear roof handles. WARNING ●...
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Seats and storage Rear drink holder*/ Armrest* – To close, lift the Drink holder*/ armrest* in the direction of the ⇒ F ig. 109 arrow WARNING Ensure that the load in the luggage compartment is correctly secured with the retainer net when travelling with the armrest down ⇒ p age 141. ...
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Multi-purpose mobile storage compartment* - Fitting and Fitting mobile storage compartment removal – Fold down the small section of the rear seat backrest, in order to access the large section of the backrest. This storage compartment may only be placed in the central area of the rear seat –...
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112. This storage compartment may only be placed in the central Closing area of the rear seat – Push the cover down, until it clips into place. Uses of the mobile storage compartment ● The front open glove compartment may be used to store small objects that will not damage passengers in the event that the objects are flung around the interior of the vehicle.
Seats and storage Ashtrays*, cigarette lighter* and electrical WARNING (Continued) sockets ● When the vehicle is moving, keep the tables stored inside the mobile storage compartment with the cover closed, and likewise when they are not in use Ashtray* ● Never place hot drinks in the cup holders. The drink may spill and cause burns when the vehicle is moving.
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Seats and storage Cigarette lighter* Electrical sockets Electrical equipment can be connected to any of the 12 volt sockets. Fig. 115 The cigarette lighter is located in the power socket on the front of the centre console ⇒ F ig. 115 to activate it ⇒ ...
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Seats and storage Electrical accessories may be connected to the 12 volt power socket in the Auxiliary audio connection (AUX-IN)* ⇒ F ig. 116 front centre console and in the luggage compartment* ⇒ F ig. 117. The appliances connected to each power point must not exceed a power rating of 120 Watt.
Seats and storage AUX RSE connection* MEDIA-IN connector* Fig. 120 Connection in Fig. 119 AUX RSE con- central armrest compart- nection ment This connector may be used as an audio input (red and white connectors) or For information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio audio and video connector (red, white and yellow connectors).
Seats and storage Luggage compartment Note ● The warning triangle and the first aid kit do not belong to the standard vehicle equipment. Storing objects ● The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements. All luggage must be securely stowed. ●...
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Seats and storage CAUTION Hard objects on the shelf could chafe against the wires of the heating ele- ment in the rear window and cause damage. Note The ventilation slots in front of the rear side windows must not be covered as this would prevent stale air being extracted from the vehicle.
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Roof rack* Please observe the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof: ● For safety reasons, only luggage racks and accessories supplied by SEAT Official Services should be used. ● It is essential that you follow the assembly instructions included with...
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Seats and storage ● Distribute the load evenly. A maximum load of 40 kg only is permitted for each roof rack system support bar, the load must be distributed evenly along the entire length. However, the maximum load permitted for the en- tire roof (including the support system) of 75 kg must not be exceeded nor should the total weight of the vehicle be exceeded.
Air conditioning Air conditioning Heating Operating instructions Fig. 125 Heating controls on the dash panel ⇒ F ig. 125 – Use the knobs and control to set the Heated rear window temperature, air distribution and blower speed. This function will be switched off automatically approximately 20 mi- nutes after being switched on.
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Air conditioning Air distribution Control for setting the flow of air in the required direction. – Air distribution towards the windscreen. If the windscreen air output is on and the air recirculation mode is pressed, this remains active. When the recirculation mode is on, if the air distribution towards the windscreen mode is selected, the recirculation mode is deactivated.
Air conditioning Climatic* Controls Fig. 126 On the dash panel: Climatic controls – Air recirculation mode ⇒ p age 158 The climatic or semi-automatic air conditioning system only works Button when the engine is running and the blower is switched on. Air distribution control ⇒ ...
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Air conditioning Heating and cooling the interior Fig. 127 On the dash panel: Climatic controls Interior heating – Use the air distribution control to guide the flow of air in the re- quired direction: (to the windscreen), (to the upper ⇒ ...
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Air conditioning ● The engine is not running. ● The air conditioner fuse is faulty. ● The blower is switched off. ● Another fault in the vehicle. Have the air conditioner checked by a speci- alised workshop. ● The outside temperature is below +3 °C. ●...
Air conditioning WARNING In air recirculation mode, no cold air from the outside enters the vehicle interior. If the air conditioning system is switched off, the windows can quickly mist over. Therefore, never leave the air recirculation mode switched on for a long time (risk of accident). ...
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Air conditioning – The functions will be switched on when its buttons are pressed. WARNING When these functions are activated, they are indicated on the radio display. In addition, all these functions are lit with LEDs. For road safety all windows must be clear of ice, snow, and condensation. Press the button again to switch off the function.
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Air conditioning Viewing Climatronic information The LEDs on the Climatronic controls indicate that the selected function has been activated. Information about the Climatronic system can be displayed In addition, the radio or radio and navigation displays mounted at factory on the radio or radio and navigation screen mounted at fac- briefly display the current settings of the Climatronic if any are modified.
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Air conditioning Climatronic maintains a constant temperature. The temperature of the air Note supplied to the interior, the blower speed and the air distribution are regu- lated automatically. The system also considers the sunlight radiation, so There are two automatic modes: there is no need for manual readjustment.
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Air conditioning Switching on manual mode When the button is off, the air conditioning system is switched off to save fuel. The temperature continues to self-regulate. The set temperature ⇒ F ig. 132 – To enter manual mode, press one of the buttons can then only be reached if it is higher than the outside temperature.
Air conditioning With high outside temperatures, the air recirculation increases the effective- comfort for the vehicle occupants and prevents misting of the windows ness of the air conditioning system by cooling the air inside the vehicle when the ambient air humidity is high. rather than the ambient air.
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Air conditioning ● The air conditioner operates most effectively with the windows and the sliding/tilting sunroof* closed. However, if the temperature inside the vehi- cle is excessive because of the sun, the air inside can be cooled faster by opening the windows for a short time. ●...
The height and reach of the steering wheel can be freely ad- justed to suit the driver. Fig. 134 Proper sitting position for driver – Adjust the driver seat to the correct position. ⇒ F ig. 133 down ⇒ . – Push the lever under the steering column –...
Driving Safety WARNING (Continued) ● Adjust the driver seat or steering wheel so that there is a distance of ⇒ F ig. at least 25 cm between the steering wheel and your chest 134. If Electronic Stability Control (ESC)* you fail to observe the minimum distance, the airbag will not protect you.
Driving Ignition lock ● When driving with snow chains. ● When driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces. ● When the vehicle is stuck, to rock it backwards and forwards. Position of the ignition key Press the button to switch the ASR back on when you no longer need wheel spin.
The engine is started when the key is in this position. Electrical components with a high power consumption are switched off temporarily. The engine can only be started using a genuine SEAT key with its correct code. Every time the vehicle is started again, the ignition key must be turned to position .
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If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump fuse should be checked ⇒ p age 258, Fuses. The engine can only be started using a genuine SEAT key with its correct code.
Driving temperature increases due to the heat accumulated in the engine compart- WARNING ment or due to its prolonged exposure to solar radiation. ● Never start or run the engine in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex- haust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and colourless poi- WARNING sonous gas.
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⇒ F ig. 132 ● If in an increase in airflow is required for more than three presses. ● The driver seat belt must be buckled. ● The bonnet must be closed. ● Temperature setting is selected. ● The engine must be at operating temperature.
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Driving Activating and deactivating the Start-Stop function Driver messages Fig. 138 Display on the instrument panel during Fig. 137 The Start-Stop Start-Stop function oper- function button. ation. Every time the ignition is switched on, the Start-Stop function is au- When the engine is turned off by the Start-Stop function, this is displayed on the instrument panel.
Driving Manual gearbox Engaging the reverse gear – The vehicle should be stationary with the engine idling. Press the clutch down thoroughly. Driving with a manual gearbox – Place the gearbox lever into neutral and push the lever down- wards. –...
Driving Automatic gearbox* / DSG automatic Driving programmes gearbox* The automatic gearbox / DSG automatic gearbox has three programmes. Selector lever positions Fig. 141 Centre console: Fig. 142 Programme se- Selector lever for auto- lection matic gearbox / DSG au- tomatic gearbox Selecting the economy programme –...
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Driving speeds to use the full power of the engine. This programme is not recom- The lock is only activated when the vehicle is stopped or at a speed of less mended for use on the motorway or in the city. than 5 km/h (3 mph).
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Driving – Press the button on the selector lever knob (on the left – Do not try to slow the vehicle using another forward gear (en- ⇒ F ig. 144). gine braking). – Select a gear for driving (R, D or S). Descending gradients –...
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Driving Changing gear in tiptronic mode* WARNING (Continued) ● The footbrake must not be held for a long period of time, not even The tiptronic system allows the driver to select gears man- lightly; continuous braking will cause overheating of the brakes and a re- ually duction or even a loss of braking power and a significant increase in braking distances.
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Driving Changing gear with the selector lever again, press the right paddle lever towards the steering wheel for ap- + OFF proximately one second. You will also leave tiptronic mode if the paddle lev- – Put the lever in position D and press towards the right to enter ers are not moved for a certain time.
Driving Handbrake Always apply the handbrake as far as it will go in order to prevent yourself from driving with the handbrake applied by mistake ⇒ The handbrake warning lamp lights up when the handbrake is applied Using the handbrake and the ignition switched on.
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Driving – Apply the handbrake. Hill-start aid* – Select first gear. This function is only included in vehicles with ESC. – Switch the engine off and remove the key from the ignition. Turn This device helps when starting uphill. the steering wheel slightly to engage the steering lock. These are the basic operation conditions: doors closed, brake pedal press- –...
Driving Parking aid acoustic system* Possible faults If a continuous beep sounds for some seconds when the reverse gear is en- gaged, this indicates that there is a fault in the parking aid system. Rear parking aid If the fault continues until the ignition is turned off, the audible warning of The parking aid system will use an audible warning to indi- the fault will not be emitted every time the system is reactivated (by engag- ing the reverse gear).
Driving ● Be especially careful when manoeuvring into a corner between two per- WARNING (Continued) pendicular walls. Carefully watch the approach of the wall to the side of the ● Always switch the cruise control system off after using it in order to vehicle (using the mirrors).
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Driving Switching off the cruise control system When you release the rocker switch, the current speed is set and held con- stant. – Either push the switch to the right to OFF or turn the ignition off when the vehicle is stationary. When the cruise control is on and a speed is programmed, the indicator ...
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Driving Setting a lower speed Switching off cruise control temporarily* – Press the lower part SET/– of the rocker switch to reduce the speed. The vehicle will automatically reduce its speed for as long as you keep the switch pressed. When you release the switch, the new speed is stored.
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Driving Complete system deactivation* Fig. 152 Turn signal and main beam headlight lev- er: switch and rocker switch for the cruise con- trol Vehicles with a manual gearbox The system is completely turned off by moving the control all the way to the right hand side (OFF engaged), or when the vehicle is stationary, igni- tion off.
Intelligent technology Practical Tips Intelligent technology Brakes Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)* The function (Hydraulic Brake Assist HBA) is only included in Brake servo vehicles with ESC. The brake servo increases the pressure you apply to the brake pedal. It In an emergency, most drivers brake in time, but not with maximum force. works only when the engine is running.
Intelligent technology If you brake hard on a slippery road surface, the best possible control is re- WARNING tained as the wheels do not lock. ● The risk of accident is higher if you drive too fast, if you do not keep However, ABS will not necessarily guarantee shorter braking distances in all your distance to the vehicle in front, and when the road surface is slip- conditions.
Intelligent technology The ASR automatically switches on when the engine is started. If necessary, XDS* it may be turned on or off pushing the button on the centre console. Driveshaft differential When the ASR is switched off, the warning lamp will light up. The ASR ...
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Intelligent technology Electronic Stability Control (ESC*) CAUTION The ESC reduces the risk of skidding by braking the wheels individually. ● To ensure that the ESC works correctly, all four wheels must be fitted with the same tyres. Any differences in the rolling radius of the tyres can The system uses the steering wheel angle and road speed to calculate the cause the system to reduce engine power when this is not desired.
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Intelligent technology To prevent the disc brake of the braking wheel from overheating, the EDL All-wheel drive* cuts out automatically if subjected to excessive loads. The vehicle will con- tinue to function normally without EDL. For this reason, the driver is not in- On all-wheel drive models, the engine power is distributed formed that the EDL has been switched off.
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Intelligent technology Wet roads or road salt WARNING In certain conditions, such as in heavy rain, or after washing the vehicle or driving through water, the full braking effect can be delayed by moisture (or ● Even with all-wheel drive, you should always adjust your speed to in winter by ice) on the discs and brake pads.
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Intelligent technology Power steering (servotronic*) WARNING Power steering makes it easier to turn the steering wheel ● Apply the brakes heavily to clean the brake system only in a suitable when the engine is running. traffic situation. Be sure not to inconvenience or endanger other road users.
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Intelligent technology Note ● If the power steering should fail at any time or the engine is switched off (for instance when being towed), the vehicle can still be steered. However, more effort will be required to turn the steering wheel. ●...
Driving and the environment Driving and the environment Running-in Braking capacity and braking distance The braking capacity and braking distance are influenced by Running in a new engine driving situations and road conditions. The engine needs to be run in over the first 1500 km The efficiency of the brakes depends directly on the brake pad wear.
Driving and the environment – For engine oil changes, do not replenish with too much engine WARNING (Continued) oil ⇒ p age 227, Topping up engine oil . ● On steep slopes, if brakes are excessively used, they will overheat. Before driving down a long steep slope, it is advisable to reduce speed –...
Driving and the environment Diesel engine particulate filter* WARNING The diesel engine particulate filter eliminates soot produced ● The diesel engine particulate filter may reach extremely high temper- by burning diesel. atures; the vehicle should be parked so that the exhaust pipe does not come into contact with flammable materials underneath the vehicle.
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A badly serviced engine can consume up to 10% more fuel than necessary.
● The use of water-soluble paints Environmental friendliness Environmental protection is a top priority in the design, choice of materials and production of your new Seat. Driving abroad Design measures for economical recycling ● Joints and connections designed for easy dismantling Observations ●...
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Driving and the environment SEAT importers and distributors will gladly provide information about the technical preparations that you vehicle requires and also about necessary maintenance and repair possibilities. Adhesive strips for headlights If you have to drive a right-hand drive vehicle in a left-hand drive country, or vice versa, the asymmetric dipped beam headlights will dazzle oncoming traffic.
Trailer towing Trailer towing Instructions to follow The figures for trailer weights and drawbar loads that are given on the data plate of the towing bracket are for certification purposes only. The correct figures for your specific model, which may be lower than these figures for Your vehicle may be used to tow a trailer when fitted with the correct equip- the towing bracket, are given in the vehicle documentation or in ⇒ ...
Trailer towing Driving tips Note ● Towing a trailer places additional demands on the vehicle. We recom- Driving with a trailer always requires extra care. mend additional services between the normal inspection intervals if the ve- hicle is used frequently for towing a trailer. Weight distribution ●...
Trailer towing Fitting a towing bracket* It is possible to fit a towing bracket to the rear of the vehicle. Fig. 154 Attachment points for towing bracket If a towing bracket is to be fitted after the vehicle is purchased, this must be completed according to the instructions of the towing bracket manufacturer.
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Trailer towing The attachment points for the towing bracket are on the lower part of the WARNING vehicle. The towing brackets should be fitted at a specialised workshop. The distance between the centre of the ball coupling and the ground should ●...
Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Vehicle maintenance and cleaning General notes WARNING Regular washing and care help maintain the value of your ● Car-care products can be toxic. Because of this, they must always be kept closed in their original container. Keep them out of the reach of chil- vehicle.
Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Care of the vehicle exterior Washing by hand Vehicle washing Automatic car wash tunnel – First soften the dirt and rinse it off with water. The vehicle can normally be washed without problem in an – Clean your vehicle from top to bottom with a soft sponge, a automatic car wash.
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Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Washing the vehicle with a high pressure cleaner WARNING Be particularly careful when using a high pressure cleaner! ● Wash your vehicle with the ignition switched off. ● Protect your hands and arms from cuts on sharp metal edges when –...
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Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Vehicle paint maintenance Caring for plastic parts Regular waxing protects the paintwork. Solvents damage plastic parts. You need to apply wax to your vehicle if water does not form small drops If normal washing fails to clean plastic parts, clean them with approved sol- and run off the paintwork when it is clean.
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Vehicle maintenance and cleaning If possible, use a de-icing spray to remove ice. If you use an ice scraper, Rubber seals maintenance push it in one direction only without swinging it. If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not freeze so Use window cleaner or a silicone remover to clean rubber, oil, grease and quickly.
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Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Every three months CAUTION – Apply a hard wax compound to the wheels. To prevent scratching chrome surfaces: ● Never use an abrasive cleaning product on chrome. Alloy wheels require regular attention to preserve their appearance. If road ●...
Introduction The dye used in many modern garments, for example dark jeans, is not al- ways sufficiently colour-fast. Seat upholstery (material and leather), espe- cially when light-coloured, may visibly discolour if the dye comes out of clothing (even when used correctly). This is not an upholstery defect but in- dicates that the dye in the item of clothing is not sufficiently colour-fast.
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● Some products may give off harmful vapours during use. Therefore, Checklist they should be used outdoors in well-ventilated places. To treat and maintain your seat upholstery, keep the following in mind ⇒ : ● Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil, nail-varnish remover or any ¥...
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● Consult the checklist and carry out the operations it describes. ● Use a vacuum cleaner (with the brush attachment) on the trim and seat ® fabrics, the Alcantara upholstery of the seats and the carpet.
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● After cleaning, regularly apply a conditioner with sun-screen and im- pregnating action. These products nourish the leather, soften it and make it ● If the seat gets soaked, take the vehicle immediately to a specialised more breathable, as well as re-hydrating it. They also provide it with a pro- workshop to be dried and for the system components to be inspected.
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Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Plastic parts and dash panel cleaning CAUTION ● On no account use solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, stain removers or – Use a clean, damp cloth to clean plastic parts and the dash similar materials on leather. panel.
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WARNING To clean the radio and/or climate controls, use a soft damp cloth. For more ● Do not use chemical cleaning agents on the seat belts, as this can im- resistant dirt, a neutral soap solution may be used. pair the strength of the webbing. Ensure that seat belts do not come into ...
(e.g. cruise control system or electronically-con- ® cal Service using SEAT Original Spare Parts trolled suspension) must be approved by SEAT and bear the e mark (the Eu- ropean Union's authorisation symbol). Safety First Operating Instructions...
10 watts. Here you will receive information concerning the technical possibilities for retrofitting this equipment. Mobile telephones and two-way radios should be only fitted by a special- ised workshop, for example a SEAT dealership.
Checking and refilling levels Checking and refilling levels Refuelling Closing the fuel tank cap – Screw the tank cap to the right, until the point of feeling a The tank flap is released manually. The tank holds approxi- “click”. mately 55 litres. For all-wheel drive vehicles, the tank ca- –...
Checking and refilling levels For the sake of the environment WARNING Do not try to put in more fuel after the automatic filler nozzle has switched ● Fuel is highly flammable and can cause serious burns and other inju- off; this may cause the fuel to overflow if it becomes warm. ...
Checking and refilling levels Biodiesel* For the sake of the environment Just one full tank of leaded fuel would seriously impair the efficiency of the catalytic converter. CAUTION ● Your vehicle is not designed to use biodiesel fuel. Never, under any cir- cumstances refuel with biodiesel.
All service fluids and consumables, e.g. coolant, engine oil, spark plugs place for a while. and batteries, are under constant development. SEAT provides a constant flow of information to the Technical Services concerning modifications. For this reason, we recommend you to have service fluids and consumables re- CAUTION placed by a Technical Service.
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Checking and refilling levels WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) ● Never touch the radiator fan. It is temperature controlled and could – Never work near naked flames. start automatically, even when the engine has been switched off and the – Always have a fire extinguisher on hand. key removed from the ignition! ●...
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Checking and refilling levels Opening the bonnet – To release the bonnet, pull the lever under the dash panel ⇒ F ig. 156 in the direction indicated (arrow). The bonnet will be The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle. released by a spring action ⇒ ...
Checking and refilling levels Service intervals WARNING Service intervals can be flexible (LongLife service) or fixed (dependent on time/distance travelled). If the bonnet is not closed properly, it could open while you are driving and completely obscure your view of the road. Risk of accident. If the PR code that appears on the back of the “Maintenance Programme”...
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Checking and refilling levels Vehicles with diesel particulate filter* Engine oil additives The “Maintenance Programme” states whether your vehicle is fitted with a No type of additive should be mixed with the engine oil. The deterioration diesel particulate filter. caused by these additives is not covered by the warranty. Only VW 507 00 engine oil, with reduced ash formation, may be used in die- Note sel engines equipped with particulate filter.
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Checking and refilling levels – Briefly run the engine at idle speed until the operating tempera- CAUTION ture is reached and then stop. If the oil level is above the area do not start the engine. This could result in damage to the engine and catalytic converter. Contact a Technical Serv- –...
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Checking and refilling levels – To avoid over-filling with engine oil, you should top-up using The oil change intervals are shown in the Maintenance Programme. small quantities, wait a while and check the oil level before adding any more oil. WARNING –...
The original additives should never be mixed with coolants which are not ways be at least 40 %, even in warm climates where anti-freeze protection is approved by SEAT. Otherwise, you run the risk of causing severe damage to not required.
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Checking and refilling levels Checking the coolant level and topping up Topping up coolant – Only use new coolant liquid. The correct coolant level is important for fault-free function- ing of the engine cooling system. – Do not fill above the “MAX” mark. Closing the coolant expansion tank –...
Checking and refilling levels The windscreen washer and the headlight washers are supplied with fluid CAUTION from the windscreen washer fluid container in the engine compartment. ● When mixed with other additives the colour of G12 will change to brown. The reservoir is located on the right-hand side of the engine compartment.
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Checking and refilling levels Changing windscreen wiper blades To change the blades it is necessary to change the rest position of the wipers to the service position. If the windscreen wiper blades are in perfect condition, you will benefit from an improved visibility. Damaged wiper Service position (For changing wiper blades) blades should be replaced immediately.
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Checking and refilling levels Changing the rear wiper blade WARNING A good rear wiper blade is essential for clear rear vision. Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows! Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. ● Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly. ●...
Checking and refilling levels Brake fluid WARNING Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows! Checking the brake fluid level ● Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly. ● The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year. The brake fluid is checked at the intervals given in the serv- ice schedule.
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Be sure to always use the correct brake fluid. Only use brake fluid that ex- pressly meets VW 501 14 standards. You can buy VW 501 14 standard brake fluid in a SEAT dealership or SEAT Official Service. If none is available, use only high quality brake fluid that...
Checking and refilling levels Vehicle battery WARNING (Continued) ● Fires, sparks, open flames and smoking are prohibited. When han- dling cables and electrical equipment, avoid causing sparks and electro- Warnings on handling the battery static charge. Never short the battery terminals. High-energy sparks can cause injury.
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The position of the battery is shown in the corresponding engine compart- has special safety features. ment diagram ⇒ p age 281. Genuine SEAT batteries fulfil the maintenance, performance and safety The “magic eye” indicator, located on the top of the battery changes colour, specifications of your vehicle.
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Checking and refilling levels WARNING ● We recommend you use only maintenance-free or cycle free leak-proof batteries which comply with standards T 825 06 and VW 7 50 73. This standard applies as of 2001. ● Before starting any work on the batteries, you must read and observe the warnings ⇒ ...
Wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres Wheels Concealed damage Damage to tyres and rims is often not readily visible. If you notice unusual vibrations or the vehicle pulling to one side, this may indicate that one of General notes the tyres is damaged. The tyres should be checked immediately by a Techni- cal Service.
The correct tyre pressure is especially important at high speeds. The pres- For optimum performance, use genuine SEAT tyres. In addition, check and sure should therefore be checked at least once a month and before starting adjust tyre pressures regularly.
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Wheels and tyres Tyre useful life WARNING The useful life of tyres is dependent on tyre pressure, driving ● Never adjust tyre pressure when the tyres are hot. This may damage style and fitting. or even burst the tyres. Risk of accident! ●...
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Wheels and tyres Wear indicators Incorrect wheel alignment The original tyres on your vehicle have 1.6 mm high “tread wear indicators” Incorrect wheel alignment causes excessive tyre wear, impairing the safety ⇒ F ig. 166, running across the tread. Depending on the make, there will be of the vehicle.
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Wheels and tyres Run-flat tyres The damaged tyre should be changed as soon as possible. The rim should be checked in a specialised workshop to detect possible damage and re- Run-flat tyres allow you to continue driving even with a place it if necessary.
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The tyres and wheel rims are an essential part of the vehicle's design. The On vehicles with all-wheel drive, all four tyres must always be fitted with tyres and rims approved by SEAT are specially matched to the characteris- tyres of the same type, make and tread pattern, as otherwise the driveline tics of the vehicle and make a major contribution to good road holding and can be damaged by continuous differences in the wheel speeds.
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Risk of accident! If the tightening tor- wheels or tyres which have not been approved by SEAT for use with your que is too high, the wheel bolts and threads can be damaged.
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Wheels and tyres Winter tyres If you have a flat tyre, please refer to the notes on the spare wheel ⇒ p age 244, New tyres and wheels. Winter tyres will improve the vehicles handling on snow and ice. WARNING The maximum speed for the winter tyres must not be exceeded.
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Wheels and tyres CAUTION Remove the snow chains to drive on roads without snow. Otherwise they will impair handling, damage the tyres and wear out very quickly. Note ● In some countries, the speed limit for using snow chains is 50 km/h (30 mph).
If and when If and when Vehicle tools, tyre repair kit and spare wheel WARNING (Continued) ● Never start the engine when the vehicle is on the jack. Risk of acci- dent. Vehicle Tools ● If work is to be carried out underneath the vehicle, this must be se- The vehicle tools are located under the floor panel in the cured by suitable stands.
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If and when How to use the temporary spare wheel WARNING (Continued) Should you ever have a punctured tyre, the temporary spare wheel is only ● Never use more than one temporary spare wheel at the same time, intended for temporary use until you can reach a workshop. The standard- risk of accident.
If and when Wheel change CAUTION If you have to change the tyre on a gradient, block the wheel opposite the wheel being changed by placing a stone or similar object under it to prevent Preparation work the vehicle from rolling away. What you must do before changing a wheel.
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If and when – Place the wheel with the defective tyre in the luggage compart- Wheel trims ment and secure it. The wheel trims must be removed to gain access to the – Check the tyre pressure of the newly fitted tyre as soon as pos- wheel bolts.
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If and when Wheel covers* Loosening the wheel bolts The wheel covers must be removed for access to the wheel The wheel bolts must be loosened before raising the vehicle. bolts Removing – Remove the wheel cover using the wire hook. –...
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If and when WARNING Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack, otherwise there is a risk of accident. Note ● If the wheel bolt is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing down the end of the spanner carefully with your foot.
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If and when – Once the cover has been released, it will remain connected to WARNING its strap so that is not lost. ● Take all precautions so that the base of the jack does not slip. Failure to do so could result in an accident. ●...
It is not necessary to remove the foreign body from the tyre. SEAT Official Services. Instructions for the sealing product are located on the sealing compound container.
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If you have to dispose of a sealant can, go to a specialised waste service or – Take the tyre repair kit out of the luggage compartment. to a SEAT Technical Service, where the product can be recycled in an appro- priate waste container.
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If and when Tyre repair The following sections describe the procedures for repairing a tyre. Using the sealing product – The instructions on the container give detailed information on how to use the sealing product. Inflating the tyre. – Remove the air compressor and hose from the container. –...
If and when Fuses Fuse cover underneath the steering wheel – Switch off the ignition and the component concerned. Changing a fuse – Identify the fuse corresponding to the damaged electric con- sumer ⇒ p age 260. Blown fuses must be replaced –...
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● Always keep some spare fuses in the vehicle. These are available from ically after a few seconds when the overload (caused for example by frozen SEAT Official Services. windows) has been corrected. ● In addition to the fuses listed in the following tables, there are other fuses which must be replaced by the Technical Service Workshop.
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If and when Fuses on left side of dash panel Number Consumer Amps Volumetric alarm sensor/ Alarm horn Fuses Diagnosis / Rain sensor / Light switch Number Consumer Amps Trailer hook pre-installation assistant Vacant Vacant Vacant Vacuum pump Vacant RSE input (roof screen) Vacant Rear window wiper motor Vacant...
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If and when Number Consumer Amps Number Consumer Amps Heating controls Radio Heated seats Telephone/TomTom Navigator Sunroof Engine management Headlight washer system Engine management Trailer hook pre-installation assistant Vacant Taxi (taximeter power supply) Electronic control unit Trailer hook pre-installation assistant Petrol injection module supply Taxi (transmitter power supply) Diesel injection module supply...
If and when Main headlights Number Consumer Amps Dipped beam - H7 Electric windows (front and back) Main beam - H1 Electric windows (front) Side - W5W Ignition key Turn signal - PY21W Ampere rating according to motorisation Xenon /adaptive headlights Dipped and full beam - D1S...
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If and when Side turn signal Main headlight bulbs Side turn signal - W5W Number plate light Number plate light - C5W Note ● Depending on weather conditions (cold or wet), the front lights, the fog lights, the tail lights and the turn signals may be temporarily misted. This has no influence on the useful life of the lighting system.
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If and when Turn signal bulbs Dipped lights Fig. 179 Dipped beam Fig. 178 Turn signal bulb headlights – Raise the bonnet. ⇒ F ig. 178 – Turn bulb holder to the left and pull. – Remove the bulb by pressing on the bulb holder and rotating at the same time to the left.
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If and when ⇒ F ig. 180 – Remove connector from the bulb. ⇒ F ig. 180 – Unclip the retainer spring pressing inwards to the right. – Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that the rim of the attachment plate is on the reflector cut-out.
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If and when Side lights – Replace the bulb by pulling it out and inserting the replace- ment. – Installation is done in the reverse order. Tail lights On the body – Turn signal, side and brake light On the rear lid –...
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If and when Turn signal, side and brake lights on the body – Remove the blown bulb and change it for a new one. – To refit follow the steps in reverse order, taking special care when fitting the bulb holder. ...
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If and when Position light, fog light and reverse light on the rear lid – Take the bulb holder out pressing on the securing tabs and ex- tract it outwards. – Remove the blown bulb and replace it with another. –...
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If and when Side turn signals Luggage compartment lights Fig. 190 Luggage com- Fig. 189 Side turn signal partment light – Press the turn signal to the left or to the right to remove the bulb. – Remove the bulb holder from the turn signal. –...
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If and when ⇒ F ig. – Press the bulb sideways and remove it from the housing – Unscrew the screws to remove the bulb 192. ⇒ F ig. 191. – Remove the bulb, moving it in the direction of the arrow and ⇒ ...
If and when Sun visor light – Remove the bulb, moving it in the direction of the arrow and ⇒ F ig. outwards 195. Jump-starting Jump leads The jump lead must have a sufficient wire cross section. If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery, the battery can be connected to the battery of another vehicle to start the engine.
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If and when How to jump start: description – Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive termi- ⇒ F ig. nal of the vehicle with the flat battery 196. – Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive ter- minal in the vehicle providing assistance –...
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If and when Starting WARNING (Continued) 5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let ● Never use jump leads when one of the batteries is frozen. Danger of it run at idling speed. explosion! Even after the battery has thawed, battery acid could leak and cause chemical burns.
If and when Towing and tow-starting General notes Please observe the following points if you use a tow rope: Tow-starting Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting. – Drive slowly at first until the tow rope is taut. Then accelerate gradually.
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If and when Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and take care to avoid jerking ● The steering wheel is locked when the vehicle has no electrical power. the tow rope. When towing on an unpaved road, there is always a risk of The vehicle must then be towed with the front wheels raised.
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If and when Towline anchorage – Remove the rear cover by pressing down on the right hand side. – Screw the towline anchorage as shown by the arrow anticlock- ⇒ F ig. 198 wise to the limit position in the front or rear ⇒ ...
Description of specifications Technical Specifications Description of specifications Important information Abbrevia- Meaning tion Cetane number, indication of the diesel combustion power. Important Research octane number, indication of the knock resistance of petrol. The information in your vehicle's official documents always ...
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Description of specifications Vehicle identification data Vehicle data The data sticker is placed on the inside of the spare wheel well, in the lug- The most important information is given on the identifica- gage compartment and on the rear cover of the Maintenance Programme. tion plate and the vehicle data sticker.
Description of specifications Information on fuel consumption Weights Kerb weight refers to the basic model with a fuel tank filled to 90% capacity Fuel consumption and without optional extras. The figure quoted includes 75 kg to allow for the weight of the driver. The consumption and emission details shown on the vehicle For special versions and optional equipment fittings or for the addition of data sticker differ from one vehicle to another.
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Description of specifications Drawbar loads The maximum permitted drawbar load on the ball joint of the towing bracket must not exceed 75 kg. In the interest of road safety, we recommend that you always tow approach- ing the maximum drawbar load. The response of the trailer on the road will be poor if the drawbar load is too small.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Checking fluid levels Overview Further explanations, instructions and restrictions on the technical data are contained as of ⇒ p age 277 From time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the ve- hicle must be checked. Never fill with incorrect fluids, other- wise serious damage to the engine may be caused.
Technical specifications Petrol engine 2.0 155 kW (211 PS) Front-wheel drive Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 155 (211)/ 5300-6200 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 280/ 1700 - 5200 No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4/ 1984 Fuel Super 95 RON / Regular 91 RON With a slight power loss Performance Maximum speed...
Technical specifications Petrol engine 2.0 155 kW (211 PS) All-wheel drive Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 155 (211)/5300-6200 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 280/ 1700 - 5200 No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4/ 1984 Fuel Super 95 RON / Regular 91 RON With a slight power loss Performance Maximum speed...
Technical specifications Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 125 kW (170 PS) DPF All-wheel drive Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 125 (170)/ 4200 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 350/1750-2500 No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4/ 1968 Fuel Min, diesel acc. to DIN EN 590 51 CN Performance Maximum speed in km/h (mph)
Technical specifications Dimensions and capacities Dimensions Length, width 4493 mm/1778 mm Height at kerb weight 1615 mm Front and rear projection 940 mm/977 mm Wheelbase 2578 mm Turning circle 10,7 Front Rear Track width 1534 mm 1519 mm 1542 mm 1527 mm Capacities Fuel tank...
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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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