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  • Page 3 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, note the information concerning accessories, modifications and part replacements. If selling the vehicle, give all of the onboard documentation to the new owner, as it should be kept with the vehicle.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......Seat belts .......
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Wheels and tyres Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 125 kW (170 PS) ......Automatic .

  • Page 7: Manual Structure

    Because this is a general manual for the ALHAMBRA, some of the equip- For the sake of the environment ment and functions that are described in this manual are not included in all Texts preceded by this symbol contain relevant information concerning envi- types or variants of the model;...
  • Page 8 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 passenger compartment, etc. 3. Practical tips Advice relating to the driving, caring and maintenance of your vehicle and certain problems you can solve yourself.

  • Page 9: Safety First

    Safe driving Safety First Safe driving Dear SEAT Driver when driving over kerbs, or along dirt tracks or rough roads... SEAT recom- mends you have the guard fitted by a SEAT dealer. Safety first! Additional information and warnings: ● Ensure you are correctly seated ⇒  p age 10 This chapter contains important information, tips, suggestions and ●...
  • Page 10 SEAT dealer or specialised workshop.  ● Correctly fasten your seat belt before starting to drive and keep it se- curely fastened throughout the journey. This applies to all passengers in the vehicle ⇒  p age 21.
  • Page 11 CAUTION CAUTION SEAT does not accept liability for any damage to the vehicle due to the use of a lower quality fuel, an inadequate service or the non-availability of genu- ● Driving through flooded areas may severely damage vehicle compo- ine spare parts.

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Seat Position

    Introduction ● Always keep your feet in the footwell while the vehicle is in motion. Never, for example, put your feet on the surface of a seat or on the dash Number of seats panel and never put them out of a window. Otherwise the airbag and seat Depending on the equipment, your vehicle has a total of five or seven seats.
  • Page 13 Every incorrect sitting position increases the risk of severe or fatal inju- ries in the event of accidents or sudden braking or manoeuvres. If the seat belts are worn incorrectly or not at all, the risk of severe injuries ● All passengers must assume the proper sitting position and be prop- increases.
  • Page 14 ⇒  f ig. at least 10 cm (4 inches) tions. ● Adjust the height of the driver's seat so that you can easily reach the top of the steering wheel. The correct sitting positions for the driver and passengers are shown below.

  • Page 15: Transporting Objects

    ● Always secure objects with suitable rope or slings so that they cannot enter the areas around the frontal or side airbags in case of sudden brak- Always transport heavy loads in the trunk and place the seat backs in a ver- ing or an accident.
  • Page 16 ● Transport heavy objects as far forward as possible in the luggage com- ● Drive particularly carefully and think ahead. partment and lock the seat backs in the vertical position. ● Avoid sudden manoeuvres and braking given that this could cause an ●...
  • Page 17 ● To avoid toxic gases entering the vehicle always drive with the tail- ● When transporting heavy objects, use suitable ropes or straps. gate closed. ● Lock the seat backs in vertical position.  ● In exceptional circumstances, if you must drive with the tailgate...

  • Page 18: Seat Belts

    ● Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the appropriate seat and en- Additional information and warnings: sure it is engaged. Using the latch plate in the buckle of another seat will ● Adjust the seat position ⇒  p age 10 not protect you properly and may cause severe injuries.
  • Page 19 Fig. 3 Warning lamp on the instrument panel A signal will be heard for a maximum of 90 seconds if the seat belts are not fastened as the car drives off and reaches a speed of more then 25 km/h or if the seat belts are unfastened while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 20 ⇒  f ig. in this seat has fastened “his or her” seat belt The seat belt status is displayed for around 30 seconds when a seat belt in the rear seats is fastened or unfastened. You can switch off this display by pressing the button.

  • Page 21: Why Wear Seat Belts

    Passengers not wearing seat belts are not “attached” to the vehicle. As a result, in a frontal collision they will continue to move forward at the speed Fig.
  • Page 22 – regardless of whether an airbag is fitted for the seat. The airbag is only deployed once. To achieve the best possible protection, the seat belt must always be worn properly so that you will be protected in Fig. 7 A driver not wear- accidents in which no airbag is deployed.

  • Page 23: Seat Belts

    Our examples describe frontal collisions. Of course, properly worn seat belts ● Do not jam or damage the seat belt or the latch plate when closing the substantially reduce the risk of injury in all other types of accidents. This is door, for example.
  • Page 24 Twisted seat belt Fastening or unfastening a seat belt with one buckle If it is difficult to remove the seat belt from the guide, the seat belt may have become twisted inside the side trim after being wound too quickly on unfastening: ●...
  • Page 25 ⇒  be damaged. The seat belts for the centre seat in the second row of seats and for the seats in the third row of seats are fastened using two buckles.
  • Page 26 Seat belts Unfastening the seat belt WARNING The seat belt must not be unfastened until the vehicle has come to a stand- still ⇒  An incorrectly worn seat belt web can cause severe or fatal injuries in the event of an accident.
  • Page 27 ● The seat belt itself or a loose seat belt can cause severe injuries if the pregnancy. belt moves from hard areas of the body to soft areas (e.g. the stomach).

  • Page 28: Seat Belt Tensioners

    Belt height adjustment Automatic belt retainer, belt tension device, belt tension limiter Seat belts are part of the vehicle safety concept ⇒  p age 31 and consist of the following important functions: Automatic belt retainer Every seat belt is equipped with an automatic belt retainer on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 29 Seat belts Belt tension limiter For the sake of the environment The belt tension limiter reduces the force of the seat belt on the body in the Airbag modules and belt tension devices may contain perchlorate. Observe event of an accident.

  • Page 30: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbag system Brief introduction WARNING (Continued) ● The airbags provide the best protection when the seat belts are prop- erly fastened, thus reducing the risk of sustaining injuries ⇒  p age 21, Introduction Seat belts. ● Before each trip, every occupant must sit properly, correctly fasten Front airbags have been installed for both driver and passenger.
  • Page 31 ● Ensure deployed airbags and the system components involved are im- mediately replaced with new, SEAT-approved components for the vehicle. ● Have any repairs or modifications carried out at a Technical Service. Qualified workshops have the necessary tools, diagnostics equipment, repair information and qualified personnel.
  • Page 32 ● Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist work- shop. ● Never mount a child seat in the front passenger seat or remove the mounted child seat! The front passenger airbag may deploy during an ac- cident in spite of the fault.

  • Page 33: Airbag System

    Airbag system Airbags act in conjunction with three-point seat belts in the event of certain CAUTION accidents, when the vehicle deceleration rate is severe enough to trigger Always pay attention to any lit lamps and to the corresponding descriptions the airbags. Airbags only deploy once and only under certain circumstan- and instructions to avoid damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 34  ● Where applicable, mountings for the child seat upper retaining strap. Situations in which the frontal, knee, side and curtain airbag does not deploy: ● If the ignition is switched off during the collision.
  • Page 35 Fig. 18 Location and deployment area of the front air- bag for the front passenger. In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the front airbag. This way, the front airbags can completely deploy when triggered, occupants additional protection for the head and chest in the event of a se- providing their maximum protection.
  • Page 36 18. Air- ● Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between bags are identified by the word “AIRBAG”. your chest and the hub of the steering wheel. If you physical constitution...
  • Page 37 ● Open the glove compartment on the front passenger side. ● As soon as the child seat is no longer needed on the front passeng- ● Unfold the key shaft ⇒  p age 71. er's seat, reconnect the front passenger airbag.
  • Page 38 ● Any damage to the original seat upholstery or around the seams of the side airbag units must be repaired immediately by a specialised The side airbags are located in the outer cushion of the driver and front pas- workshop.
  • Page 39 Airbag system Curtain airbags Fig. 22 On the left side of the vehicle: location and de- ployment area of the curtain airbag. ⇒  f ig. 22 The area framed red is covered by the curtain airbag when it is de- ployed (deployment area).
  • Page 40 Fig. 24 On the driver ● Adjust the driver's seat so that there is a distance of at least 10 cm (4 side: location of the knee inches) between your knees and the location of the knee airbag. If you airbag.

  • Page 41: Child Safety

    (for example, the accessory for the floor compartment) to fit the child reten- tion system correctly and securely. ● If you are using a child seat with a base or foot, always install this base or foot correctly and safely.
  • Page 42 ● Only if you have no alternative should a child travel on the front passen- ger seat ⇒  p age 42. The safest place in the vehicle is on the rear seat be- Note hind the front passenger seat.
  • Page 43 Forward-facing. Different mounting systems Not all children fit in the seat of their weight group. Nor do all seats adapt to the vehicle. Therefore, always check whether the child fits properly in the child seat and whether the seat can be installed safely in the vehicle.
  • Page 44 Child safety Always secure child seats properly and safely in the vehicle according to the Only use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat if the front pas- child seat manufacturer's installation instructions. senger airbag is disabled. When it is disabled, the yellow PASSENGER control lamp on the instrument panel will be lit ⇒ ...
  • Page 45 Use of the child seat on the rear seat IUF: suitable for “universal” ISOFIX child seats authorised for use in this group. If a child seat is mounted on the rear seat, adapt the position of the front WARNING passenger seat so that the child has enough space. Therefore, adapt the front passenger seat to the size of the child seat and the height of the child.
  • Page 46 ● The seat belt height adjustment must be as high as possible. ● Fasten the seat belt or pass it around the child seat structure in the man- ner described in the manufacturer's instructions. ● Make sure the seat belt is not twisted.

  • Page 47: Integrated Child Seat

    ● Push the head restraint down as far as it will go. Ensure that it does not interfere with the seatbelt from the upper attachment. ● Tighten the strap so that the top of the child seat rests on the backrest. WARNING The lower anchor points for child seats do not include rings.
  • Page 48 ● Do not leave toys or other hard, loose objects on the child seat or on ● The seat belt must lie close to the upper part of the body.
  • Page 49 The integrated child seat can be fitted with a side head restraint. SEAT rec- ommends use of the integrated child seat with the side head restraint fitted and also that this seat be used only for children above the age of 3. ...
  • Page 50 ● Push the head restraint down as far as it will go. ● Fold the backrest of the rear seat back. ● Pull the rear seat and the backrest to check whether they are engaged properly. ...
  • Page 51 ● The seat belt must lie flat and fit comfortably. ● Guide the seat belt by hand to pull the belt back in more easily and not ● Allow the belt to retract until it fits tightly over the child's seat.
  • Page 52 Child safety CAUTION When lowering the integrated child seat, only press on the centre of the cushion . Otherwise the cushion could bend and not engage properly. ...
  • Page 53 Child safety Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Specifications...
  • Page 54 Cockpit Fig. 34 Dash panel...

  • Page 55: Operating Instructions

    Overview – Activate telephone main menu or accept an incoming call  – SEAT information system control buttons , , OK,  Overview of the dash panel Lever for ..........

  • Page 56: Instrument Panel

    ........Right seat heating controls ...
  • Page 57 "AdBlue" level too low.  ⇒  p age 167  ⇒  p age 21 Fault in the steering system. Driver or passenger has not fastened seat belt. ⇒  p age 293 Tyre pressure too low. Change  ⇒  p age 174 ⇒ ...
  • Page 58 Engine oil sensor faulty.  ⇒  p age 279 Symbol Meaning ⇒  lights: Insufficient engine oil.  Fault in airbag system and seat belt tensioners. ⇒  p age 31  Headlight on or flasher on. ⇒  p age 95  ...

  • Page 59: Instruments

    Cockpit Instruments WARNING Any distraction may lead to an accident, with the risk of injury. Introduction ● Do not handle the instrument panel controls when driving.  Additional information and warnings: ● Indicator lamps ⇒  p age 54 ● Gear engaged display (automatic gearbox) ⇒  p age 174. ●...
  • Page 60 Cockpit Clock set button ● Warning and information texts – Press button to select the hour or minute display. ● Mileage  – To continue setting the time, press button . Hold button ● Time 0.0 / SET down to scroll through the numbers quickly. ●...
  • Page 61 Cockpit The temperatures measured range from -40 °C to +50 °C (-40 °F to +122 °F). Type of mes- Symbol Meaning sage colour Compass Symbol flashing or lit; partly combined with With the ignition on and the navigation system on, the cardinal point corre- audible warnings.
  • Page 62 Cockpit Compass* WARNING If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries. ● Never ignore the warning lamps or text messages. ● Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. ●...
  • Page 63 After the service date, an audible warning is given when the ignition is switched on and the spanner displayed on the screen flashes for a few sec- SEAT makes a difference between services with engine oil change (Mainte- onds. In vehicles with text messages,...

  • Page 64: Seat Information System

    20 seconds. 0.0 / SET  tions, according to the vehicle equipment. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service. Do not reset the indicator to zero between two intervals, otherwise the dis- play will be incorrect.
  • Page 65 Cockpit Configuration ⇒  p age 67 Summary of the menu structure ■ Multifunction display data ■ Multifunction display (MFI) ⇒  p age 66 Journey duration ■ ■ Journey duration ■ Current fuel consumption ■ Current fuel consumption ■ Average fuel consumption ■...
  • Page 66 Cockpit ■ Time Winter tyres ■ Settings: Language ■ ■ Units ■ Second speed display On / Off Autohold ■ Tourist light On / Off ■ ■ Service ■ Info Reset ■ Default setting ■ ...
  • Page 67 Cockpit Using the menus on the instrument panel Enabling the main menu ● Switch the ignition on. ● If a message or vehicle symbol is displayed, press (⇒  f ig. 37 ⇒  f ig. 38). ● If managed from the windscreen wiper lever: the main menu list is dis- played.
  • Page 68 Cockpit Main menu display menu The multifunction display (MFI) has two automatic memories: 1 - Partial Menu Function memory and 2 - Total memory. The selected memory will be shown in the ⇒  p age 66 Information and possible configurations of upper right-hand corner of the display.
  • Page 69 Cockpit ● In addition, set the required speed by pressing the rocker switch on the Menu Function windscreen wiper lever or buttons on the multifunction steering   When the ignition is switched on, the average con- Average fuel con- wheel for 5 seconds.
  • Page 70 Cockpit Configuration Configuration Function Function Menu Menu Winter tyres Changing the visual and audible speed warnings. This Tourist light Headlamp adjustment for countries in which vehicles are function should only be used when the vehicle is fitted driven on the other side of the road. When the mark is acti- with winter tyres, which are not designed for travel at high vated, the headlamps of a left-hand drive vehicle are ad- speeds.
  • Page 71 Configuration  submenu Personal convenience settings Lights & visibility When two people use a vehicle, SEAT recommends that each person always Lights & visi- Function uses “their” own remote control key. When the ignition is switched off, or menu bility...
  • Page 72 ■ Footwell light ■ ■ Convenience indicators The stored settings are automatically activated, at the latest when the igni- tion is switched on. Please refer to the information and tips relating to the seat memory ⇒  p age 117. ...

  • Page 73: Vehicle Key Set

    Vehicle key Introduction Additional information and warnings: ● Adjustments to the SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 ● Central locking and locking system ⇒  p age 74 ● Start and stop the engine ⇒  p age 170 ● Notes for the user ⇒  p age 255 ●...
  • Page 74 Unlocking and locking Vehicle keys Note ⇒  f ig. 39 ⇒  f ig. 40 With the vehicle key the vehicle may be locked or un- ● Only use the key button when you require the corresponding function. locked remotely. Pushing the button unnecessarily could accidentally unlock the vehicle or trigger the alarm.
  • Page 75 Unlocking and locking Indicator on the vehicle key When the indicator light does not light upon pushing a button, the batteries of the vehicle key must be changed ⇒  p age 73.  Changing the battery Fig. 41 Indicator light on the vehicle key.

  • Page 76: Central Locking And Locking System

    Unlocking and locking To synchronise the vehicle key SEAT recommend having the batteries changed in a Technical Service. ⇒  f ig. The battery is located to the rear of the vehicle key, under a cover If the button is pressed frequently outside of the vehicle range, it is pos- ...
  • Page 77 Unlocking and locking ● Electric windows ⇒  p age 89 In the submenu Convenience in the Configuration menu, or by visiting a spe- cialized workshop, special functions of the central locking system can be ● Panorama sliding sunroof ⇒  p age 92 switched on or off ⇒ ...
  • Page 78 Unlocking and locking Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the outside Function Handling the buttons on the vehicle Unlocking the vehicle. Press button . Keep it pushed for the  convenience opening. Lock the vehicle. Press button . Keep it pushed for the ...
  • Page 79 Unlocking and locking Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside ● The doors can be opened and unlocked individually from the inside by pulling the inside door handle. If necessary, pull the door release lever twice. ● The driver's door cannot be locked when it is still open. This avoids lock- ing the vehicle key inside the vehicle when there is nobody inside.
  • Page 80 Unlocking and locking Driver's door indicator light. When does the system trigger an alarm? The anti-theft alarm siren will be triggered for about 30 seconds accompa- When the vehicle is locked: Meaning nied by optical warning signals for about five minutes when the vehicle is The red LED flashes for approximately 2 The "Safe"...
  • Page 81 Switching on the interior monitoring and the anti-tow systems ⇒  f ig. 49 Fig. 48 Driver's seat: Close the storage compartment on the roof console otherwise button for switching off the interior of monitoring function (arrow) may not work without restrictions.
  • Page 82 Unlocking and locking Doors ● Push the button. A yellow warning lamp will light up in the button  until the vehicle is locked. ● Lock all doors and tailgate. Introduction ● Use the key to lock the vehicle. The interior monitor and / or anti-towing alarm are switched off until the next time the vehicle is locked.
  • Page 83 Unlocking and locking Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when WARNING the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They will switch off after a few seconds. If a sliding door is not fully open, it could close unexpectedly and cause serious injuries.
  • Page 84 Unlocking and locking Function Necessary operations Function Necessary operations ⇒  f ig. 51 When the sliding door is released, open Press the button on the instru- Open the sliding door from the the door fully by pulling on the outside ment panel, on the remote control key inside.
  • Page 85 Unlocking and locking Electric child safety lock If an object gets in the way of the sliding door while it is closing, it opens again. If an object gets in the way of the sliding door while it is opening, the door stops moving.
  • Page 86 Unlocking and locking WARNING (Continued) WARNING ● Ensure the tailgate is locked after closing, otherwise, it may open un- When the electric child safety function is activated, the sliding door can expectedly while driving. A closed tailgate should be flush with the cor- be opened from the outside only.
  • Page 87 Unlocking and locking Warning indicator Opening the tailgate lights up Possible cause Solution  Stop driving immediately! The tailgate is open or not  Open the tailgate and close it correctly shut. again. Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched.
  • Page 88 Unlocking and locking Opening with the ignition key Closing the tailgate Press the button on the vehicle key until the tailgate opens automatical-  To open using the centre console control ⇒  f ig. Press the button on the centre console 53.
  • Page 89 Unlocking and locking Opening the tailgate WARNING ● Press and hold the button on the vehicle key until the tailgate opens  automatically. Unsuitable or careless closing and locking of the tailgate could cause se- rious injuries. ● ALTERNATIVELY: Press and hold the button on the centre console for ...
  • Page 90 Unlocking and locking Interrupting the opening and closing process WARNING (Continued) Tailgate opening and closing can be stopped by pressing one of the but-  hicle can be subjected to extremely high and low temperatures, depend- tons. Each time one of the buttons is pressed, the tailgate moves to its ...

  • Page 91: Electric Windows

    Opening and closing the electric windows Introduction Additional information and warnings: ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 ● Central locking and locking system ⇒  p age 74 WARNING Careless use of the electric windows can cause serious injury.
  • Page 92 Unlocking and locking Convenience opening and closing function After turning off the ignition, the windows can be opened and closed for a short time using the buttons on the door as long as the driver's door or pas- The electric windows can be opened or closed from outside using the vehi- senger side door is not open.
  • Page 93 Unlocking and locking Electric Windows anti-trap function Note The anti-trap function also operates if the windows are closed from the out- The anti-trap function of the electric windows can reduce the risk of injury side of the vehicle using the ignition key for convenience closing when opening and closing the electric windows ⇒ ...

  • Page 94: Panorama Sliding Sunroof

    Opening or closing the panorama sliding sunroof Introduction Additional information and warnings: ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 ● Central locking and locking system ⇒  p age 74 ● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒  p age 314 WARNING Careless use of the panorama sliding sunroof can cause serious injury.
  • Page 95 Unlocking and locking Opening or closing the sunshade Function Switch setting Necessary operations ⇒  f ig. 58 To open the sliding sunroof completely: To choose the con- venience position Rotate the switch to the re- for the sliding sun- quired position. roof: To close the sliding sunroof completely:...
  • Page 96 Unlocking and locking Panorama sliding sunroof: operation Closing without the roll-back function ⇒  f ig. 58 ● The switch should be in the “closed” position Convenience open/close function ● Panorama sliding sunroof: Within five seconds of triggering the anti-trap ⇒  f ig. 59 function, pull the control all the way back (arrow E) until the panor- The panorama sliding sunroof can be opened or closed from outside the ve-...
  • Page 97  Rear fog light switched on. Additional information and warnings: ⇒  p age 98. ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62  Fog lights switched on ● Changing bulbs ⇒  p age 326 Left or right turn signal.
  • Page 98 Lights and visibility Turn signal and main beam lever WARNING If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries. ● Never ignore the warning lamps or text messages. ●...
  • Page 99 Lights and visibility The control turn signals are switched on and off from the menu Lights & Visi- Note on the instrument panel display ⇒  p age 62. This function can be dis- bility connected at a specialised workshop for those vehicles which do not have ●...
  • Page 100 Lights and visibility if the ignition is switched off when the ignition is on WARNING Fog lights, dipped beam and Lights off or daytime driving light  side lights off. The side lights or daytime driving lights are not bright enough to illumi- nate the road ahead and to ensure that other road users are able to see The guidance lights may be Automatic dipped beam control...
  • Page 101 Lights and visibility Automatic dipped beam control WARNING The automatic dipped beam control is merely intended as an aid and is not able to recognise all driving situations. If the road is not well lit and other road users cannot see the vehicle well enough or at all, accidents may occur.
  • Page 102 For fur- ther information, please refer to a specialised workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service.
  • Page 103 If the equipment includes the light sensor, workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service.  the lighting around the exterior mirrors only comes when it is dark.
  • Page 104 Lights and visibility Instrument and switch lighting Interior and reading lights When the headlights are switched on, the brightness of the instruments and switch lighting can be regulated to suit your requirements by turning Button / Function ⇒  f ig. 63 the switch Switch Headlight range control...
  • Page 105 Lights and visibility Sun blind Make-up mirror light There may be a make-up mirror, with a cover, on the rear of the sun visor. When the cover is opened a light comes on. Introduction The lamp goes out when the make-up mirror cover is closed or the sun visor is pushed back up.
  • Page 106 Lights and visibility ⇒  f ig. 65 ● Pull the sun blind by the handle up to the top. ● Hook both rings of the fastening rod in the spaces provided . Check that the sun blind is securely hooked into the spaces provided when it has been lowered ●...

  • Page 107: Windscreen Wiper And Washer

    Lights and visibility Windscreen wiper and washer Control lamp lights up Possible cause Solution Introduction Top up the windscreen wiper Windscreen wiper fluid level  bottle as soon as possible too low Additional information and warnings: ⇒  p age 109. ●...
  • Page 108 Lights and visibility Windscreen wiper lever Move the lever to the required position ⇒  : Windscreen wiper off. Intermittent windscreen wipers wipe.  ⇒  f ig. 66 Using the control adjust the interval (vehicles without the rain sensor), or the sensitivity of the rain sensor. Slow wipe.
  • Page 109 Lights and visibility Windscreen wiper functions Note The wiper will try to wipe away any obstacles that are on the windscreen. Windscreen wiper performance in different situations: The wiper will stop moving if the obstacle blocks its path. Remove the ob- If the vehicle is at a stand- The activated position provisionally changes stacle and switch the wiper back on again.
  • Page 110 Lights and visibility Lifting and returning windscreen wiper arms ● Place the wiper arms in the service position ⇒  . ● Only hold the wiper arms at the point where the blade is fixed. CAUTION ● To prevent damage to the bonnet and the wiper arms, only leave them in the service position.
  • Page 111 (arrow). ● To top up, mix water with a window cleaner recommended by SEAT ⇒  . ● To remove wax and coatings, we recommend a window cleaner contain- Please follow the instructions for use found on the packaging.

  • Page 112: Rear Vision Mirror

    ● If the electrolytic fluid comes into contact with eyes or skin, wash the ● Do not mix cleaning products recommended by SEAT with other prod- area for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water, and seek medical ad- ucts.
  • Page 113 Lights and visibility Rear vision mirror Manual anti-dazzle function for interior mirror ● Basic position: point the lever at the bottom of the mirror forwards. ⇒  f ig. ● Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-dazzle function Automatic anti-dazzle function for interior mirror Legend for the fig.
  • Page 114 +20 °C (+68 °F). ● The new position of the mirror will be stored automatically and allocated to the vehicle key that was used to unlock the vehicle. For vehicles with seat Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror by turning the knob for- ...
  • Page 115 Lights and visibility Note WARNING ● The exterior mirror heating initially heats up with a high power, after two Fold and unfold the exterior mirror, taking care to avoid injuries. minutes the heat will depend upon the ambient temperature. ● Only fold or unfold the exterior mirror when there is no-one in the way ●...

  • Page 116: Seat Adjustment

     Fig. 75 Front left seat controls. The controls are mirrored for the front right-hand seat. Mechanically and electrically adjusted controls can be combined on the seat. fig. 75 Function Necessary operations...
  • Page 117 ● In the event of an emergency, stop electrical adjustment by pressing any button. CAUTION So as not the damage the electrical components of the front seats, do not kneel on the seats or apply specific pressure to one point of the seat or backrest. Note Fig. 77 Adjusting the ●...
  • Page 118 There is a handle in- angle. stead of the lever on the third row of seats and on the central seat of the second row. It is used in the same manner as the lever. On the second row of...
  • Page 119 WARNING The seat cushions can be heated electrically when the ignition is switch on. Inappropriate use of the seat functions can cause severe injuries. The backrest is also heated in some versions. ● Assume the proper sitting position before your trip and remain in it Switch off seat heating if there is nobody in the seat.
  • Page 120 CAUTION ● To avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat heating, please do not kneel on the seat or apply sharp pressure at a single point to the seat Fig. 80 Memory buttons cushion and backrest. on the outside of the driver seat ●...
  • Page 121   cle on the vehicle key. A sound confirms the settings have been activated. Adjusting the wing mirrors for driving and assigning driver seat settings to a vehicle key ● Activate the memory function of the vehicle key ● Adjust the front seat and the exterior mirrors.
  • Page 122 Convenient entry function for the third row of seats Repositioning the seat of the second row ● Lift the backrest of the rear seat in an upright position. The entire seat folds backwards ⇒  ● Make sure that the rear seat is securely engaged so that the seat belts can provide proper protection in the rear seats.
  • Page 123 ● If the backrest or seat are folded down and are not correctly locked in place, no passenger should use them. ● When getting in or out, never lean or hold onto the folded seat on the second row of seats.
  • Page 124 Seat anchors and hinges exposed when the backrest of the front pas- senger's seat is folded may lead to severe injuries in the event of an acci- Lifting the backrest of the front passenger seat dent or sudden braking.

  • Page 125: Head Restraints

    ● Always fit and adjust the head restraint properly whenever a person is occupying a seat. ● All occupants must correctly adjust the head restraint according to their height to reduce the risk of back injuries in the event of an accident.
  • Page 126 Removing the head restraints from the second and third row of seats front head restraint. ● Fold the backrest of the rear seat forwards ⇒  p age 125. ● Push the head restraint up as far as it will go ⇒ ...

  • Page 127: Loading Luggage Compartment

    On removing and fitting the head restraint, make sure the head restraint this incorrect position can cause severe injuries. does not hit the interior roof of the vehicle or the backrest of the front seat.  This could damage the interior roof and other parts of the vehicle.
  • Page 128 Seats and storage compartments WARNING (Continued) WARNING ● Do not place hard, heavy or sharp objects inside the passenger com- When the vehicle is not in use or being watched, always lock the doors partment, in open storage compartments, the rear shelf or on the dash- and the tailgate to reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
  • Page 129 Folding down rear seats to create load space Fig. 89 Second row of seats: folding the rear seat rear seat as load space Fig. 90 Third row of seats: fold down the rear seat to load then return to position Each rear seat can fold down individually to extend the luggage compart- ment.
  • Page 130 . The entire seat folds backwards. ● Fold the backrest forwards until it locks into the load surface position ● Press on the seat tray in the backrest until it is held in position by its magnets. ⇒  f ig. 90 ●...
  • Page 131  ● No seat must be occupied if the backrest or seat is folded or not cor- rectly engaged. CAUTION ●...
  • Page 132 Seats and storage compartments Rear shelf* Fig. 91 In the luggage compartment: rear shelf. Fig. 92 Remove the shelf supports then put them away safely The rear shelf can be fitted behind the second or third row of seats ⇒  Opening the shelf ⇒ ...
  • Page 133 Seats and storage compartments Closing the shelf ● Also, when removing from behind the third row of seats: Cover the side- lining supports with their covers. ● Pull the unfolded shelf evenly on the guide backwards. ● Only with 5 places: Support the released shelf by placing it on the front ●...
  • Page 134 Seats and storage compartments Net partition* Fig. 93 Unfold the net partition then fold it again Fold out the net partition ⇒  f ig. 93 Fold out the support transversal rods for the net partition fully in the direction of the arrow until you hear a “click”. Installing the net partition behind the second row of seats ⇒ ...
  • Page 135 Seats and storage compartments Installing the net partition behind the front seats Fastening rings* ● Hook in the net partition on the left-hand side roof support . To do this, guide the rod from up to down. ● Hook in the net partition on the rear right-hand side roof support by pressing on the rod.
  • Page 136 WARNING In case of an accident or sudden braking, the attachment elements in the parts of the rails close to the seats of the third row could injure seat oc- cupants. ● Whenever the seats on the third row are to be occupied, remove the attachment elements from the rails or move them all the way back.
  • Page 137 ● Secure all objects, little and large. Unsuitable or damaged ropes or straps may be released in case of sud- ● Never secure a child seat to the attachment elements. den braking or an accident. As a result, objects may be fired through the passenger compartment causing serious injury or death.
  • Page 138 Hooking the baggage net into the support In case of an accident or sudden braking, the net attachment elements in the parts of the rails close to the seats of the third row could injure seat ⇒  f ig. 97...
  • Page 139 ● Always ensure that the baggage net supports are correctly inserted into the rails; the red mark should not be visible. ● Never secure a child seat to the baggage net supports. CAUTION ● The baggage net supports placed on the rail system can be damaged when folding down seats from the third row or putting them back into posi- Fig.

  • Page 140: Roof Carrier System

    The secured baggage net is taut ⇒  Given that the water drains have been incorporated into the roof for aerody- namic reasons, only the SEAT approved basic supports and roof carrier sys- ● Carefully unhook the baggage net hooks from the fastening rings tems can be used.
  • Page 141 Seats and storage compartments Additional information and warnings: For the sake of the environment ● Light ⇒  p age 95 The vehicle uses more fuel when the roof carrier system is fitted.  ● Transporting ⇒  p age 13 ● Ecological driving ⇒  p age 225 ●...
  • Page 142 Seats and storage compartments ⇒  f ig. The position holes are located on the inner side of the rail 101. Always check the roof carrier system weight and the weight of the load to be transported and, if necessary, weigh them. Never exceed the maximum au- thorised roof load.

  • Page 143: Storage Compartments

    Seats and storage compartments Storage compartments WARNING Objects falling into the driver's footwell could prevent use of the pedals. Introduction This could lead the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a serious accident. Storage compartments must only be used to store light or small objects. ●...
  • Page 144 Seats and storage compartments Spectacle case in the roof console Compartment on the instrument panel* Fig. 102 On the roof Fig. 103 Storage com- console: Sunglasses stor- partment on the instru- age compartment. ment panel. ⇒  f ig. 102 To open, press and release the button (arrow).
  • Page 145 Seats and storage compartments Compartment on the centre console Compartment in the front central armrest Fig. 105 Storage com- Fig. 104 Compartment in the front centre con- partment in the front cen- tral armrest. sole. ⇒  f ig. 104 ⇒  f ig. There is an open compartment on the centre console in which To open, fully lift the central armrest in the direction of the arrow...
  • Page 146 Seats and storage compartments Card compartments* Glove compartment Fig. 106 Centre console, lower section: card com- Fig. 107 Glove compart- ment. partment. ⇒  f ig. 106 To the bottom of the centre console there is a compartment for coins, cards, car park tickets and similar items. Note To avoid theft or use by others, do not use the compartment to store credit or ATM cards or similar.
  • Page 147  ● If you are using a child seat with a base or foot, always install this base or foot correctly and safely. ● If the vehicle has a storage compartment in the foot well in front of the last row of seats, this compartment cannot be used as designed;...
  • Page 148 WARNING (Continued) WARNING secured when using a child seat with a base or foot then the compart- If the drawer is open it could obstruct use of the pedals. This could result ment cover could rupture in an accident and the child will be ejected and in serious accident.
  • Page 149 Seats and storage compartments Other storage compartments WARNING The folding table must not be folded down while the vehicle is in motion to avoid the risk of injuries.  Portable waste bin* Fig. 113 In the luggage compartment: Side stor- age compartment.
  • Page 150 Seats and storage compartments can be located in the storage compartment . The cover of the compart- WARNING ment can be used to safely store the covers of the rear shelf supports. Clothing hung on the coat hooks could restrict the driver's view and lead Compartments in the luggage compartment floor to serious accidents.
  • Page 151 Seats and storage compartments Cup holders in front centre console WARNING Improper use of the cup holders can cause injury. ● Never place hot drinks in the drink holders. During sudden braking or driving manoeuvres, the hot drink could be spilled and lead to scalding. ●...

  • Page 152: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter

    Seats and storage compartments Cup holders, rear* WARNING Undue use of the ashtray and cigarette lighter may cause a fire or burns and other serious injuries. ● Never put paper or other flammable objects in the ashtray.  Ashtray Fig. 116 Centre console, rear section: folding out the cup holder.

  • Page 153: Electrical Sockets

    Seats and storage compartments Emptying the ashtray WARNING ● Remove the ashtray from the cup holder or lining of the door by pulling it upwards. Undue use of the cigarette lighter may cause a fire or burns and other se- rious injuries.
  • Page 154 Seats and storage compartments Note WARNING ● Using electrical appliances with the engine stopped and the ignition Improper use of the sockets or electrical devices could lead to a fire and switched on will drain the battery. cause serious injuries. ●...
  • Page 155 Seats and storage compartments Vehicle sockets Maximum power consumption Socket Maximum power consumption Depending on your vehicle's version, you may have a 12- 12 Volts 120 Watts volt socket and/or a 230 volt socket. 230 Volts 150 Watts (300 Watt peak) The maximum capacity of each socket must not be exceeded.
  • Page 156 Consult a specialist shop for advice on accessories to ● Liquids must not be spilt over the socket. adapt the connector. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service.  ● Do not plug adapters or extension cords into the 230 Volt Euro power connector.

  • Page 157: Climate Control

    Additional information and warnings: ● Never leave the fresh air fan turned off or use the air recirculation for ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 long periods of time; the air inside the passenger compartment will not ● Windscreen wash system ⇒  p age 105 be refreshed.
  • Page 158 Note ● When the cooling system is turned off, air coming from the outside will not be dried. To avoid fogging up the windows, SEAT recommends leaving the cooler (compressor) on. To do this, press the button. The button in- dicator should light up.
  • Page 159 Air conditioning Controls Fig. 121 Detailed view of the centre console: Climatic controls Fig. 122 Detailed view of the centre console: Clima- tronic controls. To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button. The correspond- The LED on each control lights up to indicate that the respective function of ing button will light up when a function is switched on.
  • Page 160 Air conditioning Some Climatronic controls may also be on the climate control system con- ⇒  f ig. Control Additional information. Climatic 121; Climatronic trol panel located in the rear centre console. These controls are used to ⇒  f ig. button 122.
  • Page 161  Press the button or the temperature control for the front pas- senger's seat or the rear seats to set them to a different tem- perature. The button lights with an indicator. Vehicles with auxiliary heating: observe the description of the button.
  • Page 162 Air conditioning Keep the air intake slots in front of the windscreen free of snow, ice and ● The engine is not running. leaves to ensure heating and cooling are not impaired, and to prevent the ● The fan is switched off. windows from misting over.
  • Page 163 Air conditioning Air vents Fig. 124 Air vents in the instrument panel. Air vents Air recirculation mode ⇒  f ig. 124 Never close the air vents completely to ensure heating, cool- ing and ventilation inside the vehicle. Important Air recirculation works in two ways: ●...
  • Page 164 Air conditioning Switching air recirculation mode on and off manually  WARNING Switching on: press the corresponding button until the light under the sym- bol  comes on. Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and reduce driver concentration possibly resulting in a serious accident. Switching off: press the button until no indicator remains lit.

  • Page 165: Auxiliary Heater* (Additional Heater)

    ⇒  p age 164 Additional information and warnings: Manually using the remote control. ⇒  p age 165 ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 Automatically at the programmed and enabled on time. ● Refuelling ⇒  p age 264 Switching the auxiliary heater off: WARNING ⇒ ...
  • Page 166 Air conditioning Remote control Battery light fig. 125 Meaning Lights up green for around two The auxiliary heater has been switched on seconds. using the button. Lights up red for around two The auxiliary heater has been switched off seconds. using the button.
  • Page 167 Air conditioning Range Before programming, check that the day is correctly set in the Auxiliary heat- menu ⇒  er - day of the week The receiver is in the interior of the vehicle. The remote control, when fitted with new batteries, has a range of several hundred metres. Obstacles be- Enabling the menu on the instrument panel Auxiliary heater...
  • Page 168 Air conditioning Checking programming Cases in which the auxiliary heater will not switch on If the timer has been switched on after switching the ignition off, the instant ● The auxiliary heater requires about as much power as the dipped head- on button will remain lit for around ten seconds.
  • Page 169 Driving Driving Steering Control and warning lamps lights up Possible cause Solution Introduction The steering system should be  (red) Power steering faulty. checked by a Technical Service The power steering is not hydraulic but electromechanical. The advantage as soon as possible. of this steering system is that it disposes of hydraulic tubes, hydraulic oil, The steering system should be the pump, filter and other components.
  • Page 170 Driving Information on the steering flashes Possible cause Solution Fault in the steering column  Do not drive on!  (red) Steering column electronic lock electronic lock. Seek professional advice. If the driver's door is opened before the ignition is switched off, the steering Gently turn the steering wheel to Steering column deviation.
  • Page 171 Driving WARNING WARNING The counter steering assistance system combined with ESC (ESP) helps Incorrect use of the steering wheel adjustment function and an incorrect the driver to steer the vehicle in critical driving conditions. At all times, it adjustment of the steering wheel can result in severe or fatal injury. is the driver who steers the vehicle.

  • Page 172: Stopping And Starting The Engine

    Driving Stopping and starting the engine WARNING Turning off the engine while driving will make stopping the vehicle diffi- Introduction cult; this could even result in the loss of control causing an accident with serious consequences. Immobiliser display ● The assisted braking and steering systems, the airbag system, safety belts and certain safety equipment are only active while the engine is When an invalid key is used or in the event of a system fault, ...
  • Page 173 Driving WARNING The components of the exhaust system reach very high temperatures. This could cause a fire and considerable damage. ● Always park your vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come in contact with flammable materials (such as wood, leaves, spilled fuel, dried grass, etc).
  • Page 174 Driving Key not authorised for the vehicle Starting the engine If a key which is not authorised for this vehicle is inserted in the ignition lock, it can be removed as follows: Complete operations only in the sequence given: ● Automatic gearbox: the key cannot be removed from the ignition lock. Step Press and release the selector lever locking button.
  • Page 175 Driving Stopping the engine WARNING Complete operations only in the sequence given: Cold start sprays could explode or cause a sudden increase in the engine speed. Step ● Never use start boosters. Stopping the vehicle completely ⇒  Press the brake pedal and keep pressed until step 4 has been CAUTION completed.
  • Page 176 Additional information and warnings: ● Instruments ⇒  p age 57 For this reason, the vehicle can only be used with a genuine SEAT key with ● Braking, stopping and parking ⇒  p age 183 the correct code. Coded keys can be obtained from your Authorised Service Centre ⇒ ...
  • Page 177 Driving WARNING WARNING Do not allow the brakes to “rub” for a prolonged period of time, or brake If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in frequently or for long periods of time. Continuous braking heats up the traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.
  • Page 178 Driving Pedals Floor mats should leave the pedal area free and unobstructed and be cor- rectly secured in the footwell zone. In the event of failure of a brake circuit, the brake pedal must be pressed harder than normal to brake the vehicle. WARNING Objects falling into the driver's footwell could prevent use of the pedals.
  • Page 179 Driving Manual gearbox: Engaging gears 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 case with the electronic parking brake on. ● Never engage the reverse gear when a vehicle is moving forward. CAUTION To prevent damage and avoid premature wear, please observe the follow- ing:...
  • Page 180 Driving ⇒  f ig. 131 ⇒  f ig. Automatic gearbox*: Selecting gears the arrow 132. To move the gear selector lever from the position N to D or to R, first press and hold the brake pedal. When the ignition is on, the current position of the selector lever is shown on the instrument panel.
  • Page 181 Driving To release the gear selector lever lock, press and hold the brake pedal with WARNING (Continued) the ignition on. Press simultaneously on the selector lever lock. ● While the engine is running and with the D, S or R range of gears se- The selector lever lock is not engaged if the selector lever is moved quickly lected, keep the brake pressed to keep the vehicle at a standstill.
  • Page 182 Driving Changing gears with Tiptronic* Using Tiptronic with the selector lever ● Press the selector lever from position D to the right into the Tiptronic se- lector gate ⇒  in Automatic gearbox*: Selecting gears on page 179. ● Press the lever forwards or backwards to move up or down a gear –...
  • Page 183 Driving Launch-Control Programme ● You should reduce speed accordingly. ● Press the selector lever from position D to the right into the Tiptronic se- The Launch-Control programme enables maximum acceleration while at a lector gate ⇒  p age 180. standstill. ●...
  • Page 184 Driving Recommended gear indication Note The recommended gear display is switched off when the clutch pedal is In some vehicles, the recommended gear for reducing fuel consumption is pressed.  displayed on the instrument panel: Display Meaning  Optimum gear. ...

  • Page 185: Braking, Stopping And Parking

    Driving Braking, stopping and parking WARNING (Continued) ● Always park your vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come in contact with flammable materials (such as wood, leaves, spilled Introduction fuel, dried grass, etc). ● Always apply the electronic parking brake when you leave your vehi- The assisted braking systems include the anti-lock braking system (ABS), cle and when you park.
  • Page 186 Driving Warning and control lamps lights up Possible cause ⇒  Solution Together with the ESC (ESP) control lamp : Fault in ABS. Contact a specialist workshop. lights up Possible cause ⇒  Solution  (yel- The vehicle can be braked with- low) Together with the warning Together with the control...
  • Page 187 Driving Electronic parking brake WARNING Driving with brakes in bad condition could result in a serious accident. ● If the brake warning lamp  does not go out, or if it lights up when driving, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low or there is a fault in the brake system.
  • Page 188 ● If the electronic parking brake has not been used for a long while, the starts moving, if the driver's door is closed and the driver is wearing his/her seat belt. In vehicles with a manual gearbox the clutch pedal should also be system sometimes performs automatic and audible checks while the vehi- cle is at a standstill.
  • Page 189 If the brakes are not used frequently, or ramps, kerbs or other objects. The vehicle underbody, bumpers, mudguards if rust has formed on the discs, SEAT recommends cleaning the pads and and running gear, and the engine and exhaust system could be damaged as discs by braking firmly a few times at a moderately high speed.
  • Page 190 Driving If the brake servo does not operate or the vehicle must be towed, then the WARNING brake pedal will have to be pressed with more force given that the braking distance will be increased when the brake servo does not operate ⇒  Wet, frozen or salt-covered brakes take time to brake and this increases braking distances.
  • Page 191 If necessary, remove the wheels to check them thorough- of the steering made by the driver to maintain the vehicle moving in the de- ly. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service. sired direction. If the vehicle is driven at such a speed that it will leave the ...
  • Page 192 Driving wheels are prevented from digging into loose surfaces. All-terrain ABS only WARNING intervenes when driving in a straight line. When the front wheels are turned, the normal ABS is activated. Driving at high speed on icy, slippery wet ground can result in loss of ve- hicle control and serious injury to the driver and passengers.
  • Page 193 Driving The electronic stabilisation control ESC (ESP) consists of ABS, EDL and ASR WARNING (Continued) (TCS) and only works when the engine is running. ● Changes to the vehicle suspension or using unapproved wheel/tyre combinations can affect operation of the ABS, BAS, ASL EDL and ESC The ASR (TCS) can be switched off while the engine is running by pressing ⇒ ...
  • Page 194 SEAT have developed a special brake fluid optimised for the brake systems If the brake fluid level is low or unsuitable/old brake fluid is used, the of their vehicles. To ensure the optimum working of the brake system, SEAT brake system may fail or braking power will be reduced.
  • Page 195 Driving WARNING Brake fluid is poisonous. ● To reduce the risk of poisoning, do not keep brake fluid in drinks bot- tles/containers or similar. Other people could drink from these recipients even if the contents are clearly marked. ● Always keep brake fluid in the original container; keep it correctly sealed and out of reach of children.

  • Page 196: Start Assist Systems

    Auto Hold function* Introduction Additional information and warnings: ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 ● Braking, stopping and parking ⇒  p age 183 ● Vehicle battery ⇒  p age 288 ● Wheels and tyres ⇒  p age 293 ●...
  • Page 197 If the selector lever is placed in ● The driver's door must be closed. neutral (N). ● The driver's seat belt must be buckled. 4. If the engine is turned off or stalls. If the engine is switched off. ● The engine must be running.
  • Page 198 Driving Start-Stop Function* Important conditions for the engine to automatically switch off ● The driver seat belt must be buckled. ● The driver door must be closed. ● The bonnet must be closed. ● The factory-fitted towing bracket must not be electrically connected to a trailer.
  • Page 199 Driving ● If the driver unbuckles his/her seat belt. ● If the driver's door is opened. ● If the bonnet is opened. ● In vehicles with a manual gearbox: If a gear has been selected. Switching Start-Stop mode on and off manually ⇒ ...

  • Page 200: Parking Sensor System

    Driving Parking sensor system* WARNING (Continued) ● The surface of certain objects and some clothing do not reflect the ul- trasound signals from the parking distance system. The system cannot Introduction detect or incorrectly detects these objects and people wearing these types of clothes.
  • Page 201 Driving Parking sensor system* Switching the parking sensor system on and off ⇒  f ig. 140 ● Press the button when the ignition is switched on.  ● Automatic on: select reverse gear. ● Automatic off: drive faster than 15 km/h. The button lights up when the function is switched on.
  • Page 202 Driving Optical parking system* (OPS) The zone recorded by the sensors in front of and behind the vehicle is dis- played on the factory-fitted radio or navigation system screen. Any obsta- cles are display in relation to the vehicle ⇒  Function Necessary operations Switch on the parking sensor system ⇒ ...
  • Page 203 Driving Displayed in colour on Distance from the vehicle to the Acoustic sig- the screen: colour of the obstacle segment if an obstacle is recognised in front: approx. 31 – 120 cm beeping Yellow behind: approx. 31 – 160 cm sound approx.

  • Page 204: Park Assist System

    Driving Park Assist system* WARNING Despite the assistance provided by the park assist system, do not run Introduction any risks when parking. The system is not a replacement for driver awareness. The Park Assist system helps the driver to find a suitable place to park, to ●...
  • Page 205 ● When cleaning the sensors with high-pressure or steam cleaning equip- ment, spray the sensors briefly at a distance of no less than 10 cm. Note Contact a specialist workshop with any system faults. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service. ...
  • Page 206 Driving Parking ● A sliding door is opened. To restart the manoeuvre, close the sliding door and press the button again.  ● Parking parallel to the road: Drive next to the gap at a speed of no more ● There is a system malfunction (system temporarily unavailable). than 40 km/h and at a distance of between 0.5 m and 2 m.
  • Page 207 Driving Automatic stoppage of the manoeuvre ● A suitable parking space length is at least 1.1 m greater than the length of the vehicle. The park assist system stops the manoeuvre in the event of one of the fol- ● If the results of the park assist system are not as good after changing lowing: the wheels, the system must memorise the perimeter of the new wheels.
  • Page 208 Driving status, load, inclination), the Park Assist system may stop the vehicle com- pletely before an object. ● Press the foot brake ⇒  Following the intervention of the brakes, the Park Assist will stop. WARNING Despite the assistance provided by the park assist system, do not run any risks when parking.

  • Page 209: Rear Assist System

    Driving Rear Assist system* WARNING The intelligent technology in the rear assist system cannot change the Introduction limits imposed by the laws of physics and by the system itself. Careless or uncontrolled use of the rear assist system may result in severe injuries The camera fitted to the tailgate helps drivers during parking or reversing and accidents.
  • Page 210 Driving User instructions Display help. The help list explains the surfaces and lines on the cam- era image. Press  to exit help. Mute the sound. Adjust the display: brightness, contrast, colour. Switching on the orientation points for rear parking perpendicular to the road (mode 1).
  • Page 211 Note nised. ● SEAT recommends that you practise parking with the rear assist system – If the vehicle has been overloaded at the rear. in a quiet location or in a car park to become familiar with the system, in- –...
  • Page 212 Driving Summary of the orientation points Parking parallel to the road (mode 2) ⇒  f ig. Meaning of orientation lines displayed on the screen 148. All of the lengths of the orientation lines use a vehicle located on a horizontal surface as reference.
  • Page 213 Driving Parking the vehicle ● Stop the vehicle 1 m away parallel to the parking space and select re- verse gear. ● Switch on mode 2 on the navigation system screen for parallel parking. ● Slowly reverse and turn the steering wheel so that the surface displayed yellow on the screen stops in front of any obstacles (e.g.

  • Page 214: Cruise Control System

    Driving Cruise control system* Warning and control lamp Introduction The cruise control system (CCS) is able to maintain the set speed when driv- ing forwards from approx. 20 km/h (12 mph). The CCS only slows down by reducing the accelerator but not by braking. ⇒ ...
  • Page 215 Driving Cruise control operation CCS temporarily switched off. The set speed is displayed in small fig- ures. System error. Contact a specialist workshop. CCS switched on. The speed memory is empty. The CCS is switched on. The set speed is displayed in large figures. WARNING If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.
  • Page 216 Driving ● If the system detects a fault that could affect the working order of the Control position, CCS. Function control operations Action ⇒  f ig. 151 ● If you increase the stored speed by using the accelerator for a certain time.

  • Page 217: Lane Assist System

    Introduction Additional information and warnings: Note ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 If you observe any system malfunction, have the system checked by a speci- alised workshop. ● Accessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications ⇒  p age 257 ...
  • Page 218 Driving Control lamps Operation mode Blinks or lights Possible cause Solution The system cannot clearly detect the lane. See and Lane assist system con-  (yellow) page 217, The lane assist nected but inactive. system is inactive (control lamp lit in yellow). Lane assist system con- ...
  • Page 219 Driving Switching the lane assist system on or off Disconnect the lane assist system in the following situations ● Select the corresponding menu option using the button for the driver as- sist systems ⇒  p age 62. ● ALTERNATIVELY: Activate or deactivate the system in the menu Settings Due to the limits of the lane assist system, disconnect it in the following sit- ⇒ ...

  • Page 220: Sign Assist

    San Marino, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, Vatican City. Additional information and warnings: ● SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62 ● Navigation system ⇒  B ooklet Navigation system WARNING The traffic signs and instructions shown by Sign Assist may differ from the current traffic situation.
  • Page 221 Driving Indication on display Fig. 153 Dash panel display: Examples of speed limits or overtaking prohibitions detected together with the corresponding additional signs. Display text of Sign Assist Cause and solution CAUTION on the instrument panel Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear System fault.
  • Page 222 Connection and disconnection ● Connect or disconnect the assist system in the Settings menu in the SEAT information system ⇒  p age 62. ● ALTERNATIVELY: Press the button for the driver assist systems on the main beam lever. Trailer Connect or disconnect the secondary display for speed limits and overtak-...

  • Page 223: Tyre Monitoring Systems

    Driving Tyre monitoring systems WARNING Unsuitable handling of the wheels and tyres may lead to sudden tyre Introduction pressure losses, to tread separation or even to a blow-out. ● Check tyre pressures regularly and ensure they are maintained at the The tyre monitor indicator monitors the tyre pressure of each wheel during pressures indicated.
  • Page 224 Driving Control lamp Note ● Do not only rely on the tyre monitoring system. Regularly check your Lights tyres to ensure that the tyre pressure is correct and that the tyres are not Possible cause ⇒  up or Solution damaged due to puncture, cuts, tears and impacts/dents. Remove objects flashes from the tyres only when the tyres have not been pierced by these.
  • Page 225 Driving WARNING (Continued) CAUTION ● If tyres are inflated at different pressures or a tyre pressure is too low, Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear a tyre may be damaged and burst resulting in a loss of control of the ve- may result in faults in the vehicle.
  • Page 226 Driving ● The vehicle is fitted with snow chains. ● The wheel on one axle is changed. There may be a delay in the reaction of the tyre monitoring indicator  or it may not indicate anything under certain circumstances (e.g. sports driving, snow-covered or unpaved roads).

  • Page 227: Practical Tips

    Driving and the environment Practical tips Driving and the environment Running-in For the sake of the environment If the engine is run in gently, the life of the engine will be increased and the Please observe the instructions for running-in new components. engine oil consumption reduced.
  • Page 228 In vehicles which have the Start-Stop function on, the engine switches off automatically when ● Switch off the seat heating when the seats have warmed up. the vehicle is not moving.
  • Page 229 When purchasing engine oil, always observe legal requirements and ensure ter it has been started. It takes a few kilometres of driving for the engine to that the oil is approved by SEAT.  warm up and to normalise consumption.

  • Page 230: Engine Management And Exhaust Gas Purification System

    Driving and the environment Avoid carrying unnecessary loads WARNING The lighter the vehicle, the more economical and ecological the driving style. For example, an additional weight of 100 kg will increase fuel con- The components of the exhaust system reach very high temperatures. sumption up to 0.3 l/100 km.
  • Page 231 The filter retains these particulates and burns them. To assist the combus- Note tion process, SEAT recommends you avoid frequent short trips. While the indicators ,  or  remain lit, there may be engine problems, fuel consumption may be greater and the engine may lose power.
  • Page 232 Driving and the environment ● Never run the tank completely dry. ● Do not top up with too much engine oil ⇒  p age 279. ● Do not tow-start the vehicle; use the starter cables ⇒  p age 337. In order to reduce blocking of the diesel particulate filter, some vehicles with an automatic gearbox may increase the engine speed slightly to auto- matically start cleaning the diesel particulate filter.

  • Page 233: Trailer Towing

    Vehicles with the Start-Stop function The tow hitch may fail and the trailer will separate from the vehicle. With a SEAT factory fitted or retrofitted trailer bracket, the Start-Stop func- tion is automatically deactivated when a trailer is connected. For trailer...
  • Page 234 Trailer towing ● At SEAT, we recommend folding in the trailer hitch ball when a trailer is WARNING (Continued) not being used. In case of a rear collision, the damage caused to the vehicle ● Trailers with a high centre of gravity can overturn more easily than with the extended trailer hitch ball could be more extensive.

  • Page 235: Driving With A Trailer

    In case of any doubt about the electrical connection of the trailer, ask a spe- If the car is supplied with a factory-fitted tow hitch it will already have the cialist workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service. necessary technical modifications and meet the statutory requirements for towing a trailer.
  • Page 236 Note and folds out automatically; the button indicator will blink. ● Towing a trailer places additional demands on the vehicle. At SEAT, we ● Move the ball joint until it inserts and the button indicator lights. recommend additional services between the normal inspection intervals if ●...
  • Page 237 Trailer towing The warning lamp Installing a bicycle carrier to the tow hitch ● When the indicator flashes, the tow ball is not in its final position, has not engaged or is damaged ⇒  The maximum load permitted for a bicycle carrier on the tow hitch ball is 75 kg, with a maximum distance of 300 mm from the support.
  • Page 238 Trailer towing Trailer electric socket CAUTION The electric connection between vehicle and trailer is a 13-pin socket. If the Do not leave the trailer connected to the vehicle when parked; places on its trailer plug has seven pins, an adapter cable must be used. support wheel or its supports.
  • Page 239 Trailer towing For the sake of road safety, SEAT recommends using the maximum allowed WARNING drawbar load. The handling of the combined vehicle and trailer will be poor if the drawbar load is too low. If the load moves, the stability and safety of the vehicle and trailer com-...
  • Page 240 Trailer towing ● The vehicle centre of gravity and handling change because of the trailer WARNING (Continued) load and because of the increased combined mass of the vehicle and trail- ● Anticipate traffic and be extremely cautious. Brake early. ● Adjust your speed and driving style to visibility, road, traffic and ●...
  • Page 241 ● When driving on slippery ground, the trailer could jack-knife despite the stabilisation system. SEAT recommends visiting a specialist workshop to retrofit a tow hitch. For ● Trailers with a high centre of gravity may even tip over before they example, it may be necessary to adjust the cooling system or to include start to rock sideways.
  • Page 242 Note The figures may be different depending on if additional equipment is fitted, Use only tow hitches approved by SEAT for the vehicle.  for different models and for special vehicles.
  • Page 243 Trailer towing CAUTION Exceeding the maximum gross combined weight rating indicated could cause damage to the vehicle. ● Never exceed the gross combined weight rating.  Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Specifications...

  • Page 244: Vehicle Maintenance And Cleaning

    Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Care and cleaning the vehicle exterior WARNING (Continued) ● Harmful vapours may be produced when using car care products. Therefore, care products should only be used in well-ventilated spaces or Introduction in the open air. ●...
  • Page 245 ● The temperature of the water must not exceed +60 °C (+140 °F). age to the paintwork will depend on the type of car wash used. SEAT recom- ● To avoid damage to the paintwork, do not wash the vehicle in full sun.
  • Page 246 Vehicle maintenance and cleaning ● Switch off the rain sensor and the Auto Hold function before entering a WARNING car wash. ● Compare the height and width of your vehicle with the available height The incorrect use of high pressure cleaning equipment could result in and width when entering and driving through the car wash.
  • Page 247 CAUTION or cleaning cloths. Wax deposits on the windscreen could cause the wiper blades to judder. SEAT recommends you wipe the wax deposits off the wind- ● Never mix our cleaning products with other products not recommended screen with a soft cloth each time after you have washed the vehicle.
  • Page 248 Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Cleaning and changing windscreen wiper blades Check the condition of the wiper blades regularly. If the wipers scrape across the glass they should be changed if they are damaged, or cleaned if they are dirty ⇒  . Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately.
  • Page 249 Caring for and cleaning anodized surfaces Even if a wax solution is used regularly in the automatic car wash, SEAT rec- ommends protecting the paint with a hard wax coating at least twice a year.
  • Page 250 Caring for and cleaning alloy wheels Remove road salt and brake dust by washing the wheels approximately once a fortnight. Use an acid free detergent to clean the wheel rims. SEAT Protection of vehicle undercarriage recommends treating the wheels thoroughly with a wax compound about once every three months.

  • Page 251: Caring For And Cleaning The Vehicle Interior

    ● Do not apply additional underseal or anti-corrosion products to the exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, heat shields or other parts of the ve- ● SEAT recommends you have this work performed by a qualified deal- hicle which reach high temperatures.
  • Page 252 Vehicle maintenance and cleaning Additional information and warnings: CAUTION ● Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒  p age 242 ● Cleaning products which contain solvents will damage the material. ● Accessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications ⇒  p age 257 ●...
  • Page 253 Note e.g. chocolate or treat. SEAT recommends you take the vehicle to a Technical Service to treat any make-up.  Next, rinse with clean water using a sponge or stains on the upholstery caused by the discolouration of clothing.
  • Page 254 ● In the event of spilt liquids, dry immediately with an absorbent cloth to Cleaning the vehicle prevent the liquid penetrating through the leather. SEAT recommends the use of a damp cotton or wool cloth for general clean- ing. CAUTION If the car is left standing in the sun for long periods, the leather should be Do not let the water soak through the leather or soak into the seams.
  • Page 255 ● If this does not provide satisfactory results, we recommend using a spe- cial solvent-free plastic cleaning product. If the seat belt is very dirty, the belt retractor may not work correctly thus preventing the seat belt from operating correctly.
  • Page 256 Vehicle maintenance and cleaning WARNING Check the condition of all the seat belts at regular intervals. If the web- bing or other parts of the belt are damaged, the vehicle should be taken to a Technical Service immediately and the belts should be replaced. It is extremely dangerous to drive using damaged seat belts and could result in serious injury or loss of life.

  • Page 257: Notes For The User

    Certificate of safety ● SEAT does not accept liability if the vehicle does not comply in part or in A certificate of safety on the door strut states that all the safety standards full with the legal requirements of other countries or continents.
  • Page 258 If electrical equipment is used near an aerial built-into the window, you may observe interference in the reception of AM stations.  Notes on SEAT repairs WARNING Repairs or modifications which are not performed correctly may result in damage or errors in the vehicle operation, affecting the efficiency of the driver assist and airbag systems.

  • Page 259: Accessories, Parts Replacement And Modifications

    SEAT original spare parts. These parts and accessories have the way it is driven must be approved by SEAT for use in your vehicle and been specially tested by SEAT for suitability, reliability and safety. bear the e mark (the European Union's authorisation symbol). This includes ●...
  • Page 260 These are toxic and highly flam- warranty valid in these cases. mable. They could lead to fire or explosions! SEAT recommends you have any technical modifications or repairs per- formed at a SEAT authorised service and that you use genuine SEAT spare CAUTION ® parts ●...
  • Page 261 Modifications to the vehicle suspension may affect the operation of the air- bag system in the event of collision. For example, if wheel and tyre combi- nations not approved by SEAT are used, or if the vehicle height is lowered, Safety First...
  • Page 262  SEAT has approved your vehicle for use with two-way radios providing the following conditions are observed: Information stored by the control units ●...
  • Page 263 For example, in vehicles with airbag sys- tain values may be harmful to the human body. International committees tems, data relating to speed of impact, seat belt status, seat positions and and authorities have established limits and directives in order to ensure airbag activation times may be stored.
  • Page 264 Accessories, parts replacement and modifications Jacking points for raising vehicle electromagnetic radiation transmitted and the risk to human health. It will also improve the quality of the connection. If the phone is used inside the vehicle without the hands-free system, it will not be securely fastened and will not be connected to the exterior aerial of the vehicle telephone.
  • Page 265 Accessories, parts replacement and modifications The vehicle should not be lifted using lifting platforms with lift pads con- CAUTION taining fluid. ● Never raise the vehicle at the engine oil sump, the gearbox or the rear or When raising a vehicle using a platform or jack, a series of precautionary front axles.

  • Page 266: Checking And Refilling Levels

    WARNING Refuelling or handling fuel carelessly can cause an explosion or fire re- For safety reasons, SEAT does not recommend carrying a spare fuel canis- sulting in serious burns and injuries. ter in the vehicle. Fuel could be spilled and catch fire, above all in case of ●...
  • Page 267 Fuel gauge are not covered by the SEAT warranty. If you refuel with the wrong type of for petrol and diesel. fuel, never start the engine. This applies to even the smallest amount of the wrong fuel.
  • Page 268 Checking and refilling levels Filling the tank with petrol or diesel WARNING Driving with insufficient fuel reserve could result in the vehicle breaking down in traffic and a serious accident. ● If the fuel level is too low then the fuel supply to the engine can be- come irregular especially on slopes.

  • Page 269: Fuel

    Checking and refilling levels ● Engine coolant level ⇒  p age 283 Closing the tank cap ● Brake fluid level ⇒  p age 183 ● Screw on the tank cap clockwise until it you hear it click into position. ● Tyre pressure ⇒  p age 293 ●...
  • Page 270 For this reason, you should use good quality petrol SEAT recommends the use of sulphur-free or low sulphur fuel to reduce con- containing a mixture of additives. These additives will help to prevent corro- sumption and prevent engine damage.
  • Page 271 -20 °C (-4 °F). In countries with different climatic conditions, other types of diesel fuel are available that are suitable to local temperatures. SEAT qualified workshops and filling stations in the country concerned will inform you on the type of diesel fuels available.
  • Page 272 Checking and refilling levels Measurement of the urban cycle starts with an engine cold CAUTION Urban cycle start. City driving is then simulated at between 0 and 50 km/ ● The vehicle is not prepared for the use of biodiesel. Never, under any circumstances refuel with biodiesel.

  • Page 273: Selective Catalytic Reduction* (Adblue)

    ● Top up with AdBlue at the latest 1000 km or 600 miles before it runs metres or miles as indicated out.  (yel- ⇒  p age 273. SEAT recommends The AdBlue reserve is low. low) ● Do not allow the AdBlue to run too low.
  • Page 274 Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear proved by SEAT. may result in faults in the vehicle.  When the indicators  and  light simultaneously, there is a fault. SEAT recommends visiting the closest qualified workshop. Information on AdBlue ®...
  • Page 275 Checking and refilling levels Refilling AdBlue Fig. 164 At the rear left of the luggage compart- ment: AdBlue tank, be- hind a cover panel. Fig. 165 AdBlue tank with filler neck cap and refilling bottle. To refill AdBlue, the vehicle must be on flat ground and not, for example, parked on a kerb or slope.
  • Page 276 ISO 22241-1 Standard. Only use genuine bottles. CAUTION ● Observe the instructions and information provided by the refill bottle ● Only refill using AdBlue expressly approved by SEAT. The use of any oth- manufacturer. er type of AdBlue could cause engine damage! ●...

  • Page 277: Working In The Engine Compartment

    Checking and refilling levels Working in the engine compartment WARNING If the vehicle moves unexpectedly, this could cause serious injury. Introduction ● Never work underneath the vehicle if it is not secured against moving. If you must work underneath the vehicle with the wheels in contact with Before working in the engine compartment, make sure that the vehicle is the ground then it should be parked on flat ground, the wheels should be parked on horizontal and firm ground.
  • Page 278 Checking and refilling levels WARNING (Continued) WARNING ● Once the engine has cooled, follow the instructions below before In the engine compartment, there are rotating parts that could cause se- opening the bonnet: rious injury. – Turn on the electronic parking brake and place the gear selector ●...
  • Page 279 Checking and refilling levels ● Park the vehicle on an even and solid surface. WARNING (Continued) ● Press and hold the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a standstill. ● Never pour service fluids over the engine. These fluid may ignite hot ●...
  • Page 280 Checking and refilling levels Opening and closing the bonnet ● Before opening the bonnet, make sure that the windscreen wiper arms are in place against the windscreen ⇒  . ● Open the driver's door. ⇒  f ig. 166 ● Pull the release lever in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 281: Engine Oil

    Checking and refilling levels CAUTION For the sake of the environment ● To avoid damage to the bonnet and to the windscreen wiper arms, only Similar to the other service liquids, spilled engine oil can be bad for the en- open the bonnet when the windscreen wipers are in place against the wind- vironment.
  • Page 282 ● Only use engine oils whose specifications are expressly approved by If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in SEAT. The use of any other type of engine oil could cause engine damage! traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.
  • Page 283 Checking and refilling levels Checking the engine oil level and topping up Preparations ● Park the vehicle on flat ground so that the engine oil reading is correct. ● Stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the sump.
  • Page 284 The oil level must never be above area . Otherwise oil can be drawn in through the crankcase breather and escape into the atmosphere via the ex- ● Only refill using engine oil expressly approved by SEAT and in small haust system. ...

  • Page 285: Engine Coolant

    ⇒  ! Have the work carried out by a specialised workshop if you are uncertain. SEAT ● Wear eye protection. recommends visiting a Technical Service.
  • Page 286 Checking and refilling levels Gauge po- For the sake of the environment lights up sition Possible cause Solution Coolants and additives can contaminate the environment. Collect any spilt ⇒  f ig. 170 fluids in suitable containers and dispose of in accordance with legislation ...
  • Page 287 Engine coolant specifications Never mix genuine additives with other additives that are not approved by SEAT. Otherwise, you run the risk of causing severe damage to the engine The engine cooling system comes with a special mixture of water and at and the engine cooling system.
  • Page 288 ● Remove the cap very carefully ⇒  ● Only refill using new engine coolant according to SEAT specifications (⇒  p age 285) ⇒  . ● The engine coolant level should be between the marks on the coolant ⇒ ...
  • Page 289 Checking and refilling levels CAUTION WARNING ● Top up with distilled water only. Any other type of water may lead to con- Hot vapours and coolant can cause serious burns. siderable rusting in the engine due to its chemical components. This could ●...

  • Page 290: Vehicle Battery

    ● Keep children away from acid and the battery itself! ⇒  ! Have the work carried out by a specialised workshop if you are uncer- tain. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service. Negligent work can ● Wear eye protection. cause serious injury.
  • Page 291 Checking and refilling levels CAUTION CAUTION ● Never disconnect the battery if the ignition is switched on or if the en- Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear gine is running. This could damage the electrical system or electronic com- may result in faults in the vehicle.
  • Page 292 Checking and refilling levels Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery Start-Stop systems (⇒  p age 196) are equipped with a special battery label- led “AGM”. For technical reasons, it is not possible to check the electrolyte level of these batteries Preparations ●...
  • Page 293  tery in your vehicle before you purchase one. SEAT recommends you have the battery replaced by a qualified SEAT workshop. Use only maintenance-free genuine batteries conforming to TL 825 06 and VW 7 50 73 Standards.
  • Page 294 Checking and refilling levels ● the idling speed is increased so that the alternator provides more elec- WARNING (Continued) tricity. ● Always replace a battery which has frozen. ● where necessary, the power of the most powerful consumers is reduced ●...

  • Page 295: Wheels And Tyres

    (rolling circumference) and the same tread pattern. SEAT recommend that all work on tyres and wheels is carried out by a Tech- ● New tyres do not give maximum grip and will not have reached their nical Service.
  • Page 296 ● For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheels from other vehicles. In some cases, this may also be true for the same model of wheel. Please refer to the vehicle documents or ask at a SEAT qualified workshop.
  • Page 297 Old tyres, even if they have never been used, may lose air or burst unex- pectedly while driving, resulting in serious accident or damage. SEAT recommends you take the vehicle to a Technical Service to have the tyres changed. ● If tyres are over six years old, they should only be used in an emer- gency and with extreme caution.
  • Page 298 ⇒  ed to the rim using self-locking bolts. Worn trims should only be replaced at ● Old tyres should only be replaced by SEAT approved tyres for the vehicle a Technical Service. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service ⇒ ...
  • Page 299 ● If you use tyres that are approved by SEAT, you can be sure that the true tyre dimensions will be correct for your vehicle. For other tyre models, the Under-inflation or over-inflation will reduce the life of the tyres considerably and also impair the car's handling ⇒ ...
  • Page 300 Wheels and tyres Never deflate a hot tyre in order to obtain the required pressure. This could CAUTION result in very low tyre pressures which may lead to sudden blow-outs. ● Take care not to tilt the manometer when placing it on the valve. Other- Checking tyre pressures wise, the valve may be damaged.
  • Page 301 Wheels and tyres Tread depth WARNING (Continued) Certain driving conditions require a deeper tread, as well as needing the ● Worn tyres have significantly reduced grip, especially on wet surfa- tread to be approximately the same on the front and rear tyres. This is par- ces, increasing the risk of “aquaplaning”.
  • Page 302 If you use V-rated tyres the speed limits and tyre pressure will be deter- mined by engine size. Please ask your SEAT qualified workshop for further ● If there is no visible exterior damage, drive slowly and carefully to the information on the maximum permitted speed and the required pressures nearest qualified workshop and have the vehicle checked.
  • Page 303 ● Observe the fitting instructions provided by the snow chain manufac- turer. ● Please ask at SEAT qualified workshops for information about the per- ● Never exceed the maximum permitted speeds when driving with snow mitted sizes for winter tyres.
  • Page 304 Wheels and tyres Tyre code Tyre code (example) Meaning Make, logotype Manufacturer Product name Name of tyre assigned by manufacturer. P215 / 55 R 16 Size: Passenger vehicle code. 215 Nominal width between walls, in mm. Height/width ratio in % Tyre type (R indicates "radial").
  • Page 305 Wheels and tyres Tyre load rating Tyre code (example) Meaning The load rating code indicates the maximum load in kilogrammes each This identifies the position of the Tread Wear In- wheel can carry (load capacity). dicator ⇒  p age 298. MAX LOAD 615 KG US load rating, indicating maximum permitted 615 kg (1356 pounds)

  • Page 306: Wheel Trims

    Wheels and tyres Wheel trims* Full hubcaps* Introduction Additional information and warnings: ● Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒  p age 242 ● Change wheel ⇒  p age 305 ● Vehicle tools ⇒  p age 320 WARNING If the wheel trims are not appropriate or not fitted correctly, they could cause major accidents or damage.

  • Page 307: Changing A Wheel

    Wheels and tyres Wheel bolt caps Changing a wheel* Introduction The tyres mounted on the vehicle are anti-puncture. The wheels should only be changed when switching from summer to winter tyres or vice-versa. See ⇒  p age 299 You should only change the wheels yourself if the vehicle is parked in a safe place, you are familiar with the procedure and you have all the necessary tools! Otherwise, you should seek professional assistance.
  • Page 308 Wheels and tyres WARNING (Continued) WARNING ● Only use suitable tools that are not damaged when changing a wheel. Failure to follow the checklist prepared for your own safety could lead to ● Always stop the engine, turn on the electronic parking brake and accidents and severe injuries.
  • Page 309 Wheels and tyres Wheel bolts If the wheel bolt is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing down on the end of the wheel brace carefully with your foot. Hold on to the car for support and take care not to slip. Loosening wheel bolts ⇒ ...
  • Page 310 Wheels and tyres Never grease or lubricate wheel bolts or the wheel hub threads. Although WARNING (Continued) they have been tightened to the prescribed torque, they could come loose ● To loosen and tighten the wheel bolts, always use the wheel brace while driving.
  • Page 311 Wheels and tyres Raising the vehicle with the jack Fig. 183 Jack position points Fig. 184 : jack mounted on the left front part of the vehicle : jack mounted on the left rear part of the ve- hicle. The jack may be applied only at the jacking points shown (marks on chas- Raise the vehicle using only the designated jacking points.
  • Page 312 Please observe the following rules to minimise the risk of in- jury: ● You should only use a jack approved by SEAT for your vehicle. Other jacks, even those approved for other SEAT models, might slip out of place.
  • Page 313 Wheels and tyres ● Tighten all of the wheel bolts clockwise ⇒  Changing a wheel . Tighten the bolts in diago- nal pairs (not in a circle). ● Put the caps, trim or full hubcap back on ⇒  p age 304. WARNING If the wheel bolts are not treated suitably or not tightened to the correct torque then this could lead to loss of vehicle control and to a serious ac-...

  • Page 314: If And When

    If and when If and when In case of emergency Protecting yourself and securing the vehicle Introduction Additional information and warnings: ● Braking, stopping and parking ⇒  p age 183 ● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒  p age 314 ● Vehicle tools ⇒  p age 320 WARNING Fig.
  • Page 315 If and when Move the selector lever to its intermediate position or to P ⇒  p age 174. WARNING Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition ⇒  p age 170. The components of the exhaust system reach very high temperatures. Have all occupants leave the vehicle and move to safety, for example This could cause a fire and considerable damage.

  • Page 316: Emergency Locking And Unlocking

    ● In case of emergency ⇒  p age 312  The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements. Check the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. Fire extinguisher There is a Fire extinguisher underneath the passenger seat.
  • Page 317 If and when Manually locking and unlocking the driver's door WARNING Opening and closing doors carelessly can cause serious injury. ● If the vehicle is locked from outside, the doors and windows cannot be opened from the inside. ● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the car. They could be trapped in the car in an emergency and will not be able to get them- selves to safety.
  • Page 318 If and when Note The antitheft alarm is not activated when the vehicle is locked manually us- ing the key ⇒  p age 74.  Locking the passenger side door and sliding doors manually Fig. 190 Emergency locking of the vehicle us- ing the vehicle key.
  • Page 319 If and when ⇒  f ig. 192 Emergency unlocking the tailgate ● Push the release lever in the direction of the arrow to un- lock the tailgate. ● Manually open the tailgate.  Fig. 191 From the lug- gage compartment: Re- move the tailgate cover.
  • Page 320 If and when ⇒  f ig. Manually closing the panoramic sliding roof ● Push open the cover in the direction indicated (arrow) 193. ⇒  f ig. 194 ● Insert a standard 4 mm Allen key into the Allen bolt ● Rotate the Allen bolt to close the panoramic sliding roof. ●...
  • Page 321 If and when Manually unlocking the gear selection lever The emergency release mechanism is located underneath the gearbox cover panel to the right-hand side. To release the gear selector lever mechanism, a suitable tool is required, for example a screwdriver. Preparations ●...

  • Page 322: Tools

    If and when Tools* Location Introduction When securing the vehicle in case of a breakdown, please note the legal re- quirements for each country. Additional information and warnings: ● Working in the engine compartment ⇒  p age 275 ● Change wheel ⇒  p age 305 Fig.
  • Page 323 ⇒  f ig. 198 The individual elements of the on-board toolkit Adapter for antitheft bolt. SEAT recommend you carry the wheel bolt adapter in the vehicle tool kit at all times. The code number of the anti- theft wheel bolt is stamped on the front of the adapter. In case it is lost, another adapter can be ordered using this number.

  • Page 324: Fuses

    If and when Fuses WARNING Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses or bridging a current circuit with- Introduction out fuses can cause a fire and serious injury. ● Never use a fuse with a higher value. Only replace fuses with a fuse of Due to the constant update of vehicles, fuse assignments depending on the same amperage (same colour and markings) and size.
  • Page 325 If and when Vehicle fuses Identifying fuses by colours Colour Amp rating purple light brown Brown Blue Yellow White or transparent Green orange Fig. 199 On the driver- To open the dashboard fuse box side dashboard: fuse box cover. ● To remove the cover, move the activation lever in the lower part to the ⇒ ...
  • Page 326 If and when CAUTION ● Always carefully remove the fuse box covers and refit them correctly to avoid problems with your vehicle. ● Protect the fuse boxes when open to avoid the entry of dust or humidity. Dirt and humidity inside fuse boxes can cause damage to the electrical sys- tem.
  • Page 327 If and when CAUTION If you replace a fuse with higher-rating fuse, you could cause damage to an- other part of the electrical system.  Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Specifications...

  • Page 328: Changing Bulbs

    Changing bulbs requires a certain amount of manual skill. If you are unsure, partment is a hazardous area and could cause severe injury. SEAT recommends that you consult an qualified workshop or request assis- ● Discharge lamps work with high-voltage and can cause serious or fa- tance from a specialist.
  • Page 329 If and when Information for replacing bulbs Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They will switch off after a few seconds. Checklist Checking the bulbs of a trailer To replace a bulb, carry out the following operations always in the order giv-...
  • Page 330 If and when CAUTION WARNING Always remove and fit headlights carefully to avoid damage to the paint- Failure to follow the checklist prepared for your own safety could lead to work and other vehicle parts.  accidents and severe injuries. ●...
  • Page 331 If and when fig. 203, Indicators (small lamp Dipped beam head- fig. 204 Daylight driving lights Main beam headlights Side lights holder) lights Remove the rubber cover on the rear of the headlight. Rotate the lamp holder Press the wire clip down- Pull the lamp holder to the left all the way Rotate the lamp holder to the left all the way and...
  • Page 332 If and when To replace the xenon headlights bulb Turn signal indicators Turning lights Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary ac- tions ⇒  p age 327. Open the bonnet  ⇒  p age 275. ⇒  f ig. 205 Rotate the cover in the direction of the arrow and remove Rotate the lamp holder...
  • Page 333 If and when To replace the front bumper bulbs Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary ac- tions ⇒  p age 327. ⇒  f ig. Pull the cover forwards, in the direction of the arrow 207. ⇒  f ig. 207 Unscrew the attachment screw using the screwdriver from the on-board tools ⇒ ...
  • Page 334 If and when To replace the tailgate light bulbs Complete operations only in the sequence given: Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary ac- tions ⇒  p age 327. Open the tailgate ⇒  p age 84. Extract the cover carefully using the flat part of the screwdriver as a ⇒ ...
  • Page 335 If and when To replace the tail light bulbs Fig. 211 On the side of the luggage compartment: To remove the left and right hand side tail lights. move the cap; attachment screw. Rear light, left Rear light, right Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary ac- tions ⇒ ...
  • Page 336 If and when To change the bulb Rear light, left Rear light, right To release the lamp holder, press on the attachment tabs Ensure that the tail light unit has been correctly fitted and is firmly ⇒  f ig. 212 secured.
  • Page 337 If and when Changing the number plate light Fig. 213 On the rear Fig. 214 Number plate bumper: number plate light: To remove the lamp lights. holder. Complete operations only in the sequence given: Fixed number plate light Bolted number plate light Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary actions ⇒ ...
  • Page 338 If and when Fixed number plate light Bolted number plate light Insert the number plate light carefully into the opening on the bumper. Ensure that the number plate light is in the correct position. Insert the number plate light into the bumper until it audibly clicks into Tighten the attachment screws for the number plate light using the place.

  • Page 339: Starting Assistance

    If and when Starting assistance WARNING (Continued) ● The battery providing current must have the same voltage (12V) and approximately the same capacity (see markings on battery) as the flat Introduction battery. ● Never charge a frozen or recently thawed battery. A flat battery can If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery, the battery of an- freeze at temperatures around 0 °C (+32 °F).
  • Page 340 If and when Positive pole on the starting assistance points How to jump start: description Fig. 216 Jump lead con- nection diagram when the assistance vehicle Fig. 215 In the engine does not have a Start- compartment: positive Stop system: flat battery pole for starting assis- and battery supplying tance...
  • Page 341 If and when Switching on The vehicles should not touch. Otherwise, current may be allowed to flow when the positive poles are connected. ● Start the engine of the vehicle supplying current and let it run at idling speed. Connect the clamps so they have good metal-to-metal contact with the ter- ●...

  • Page 342: Towing And Tow Starting

    If and when WARNING (Continued) WARNING ● Do not attach the negative cable to parts of the fuel system or to the A vehicle with a flat battery should never be towed. brake hose/pipe. ● Never remove the key from the ignition lock. The electronic steering ●...
  • Page 343 If and when Instructions for tow starting A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to avoid damage to both vehicles. It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic mate- rial. In general, the vehicle should not be started by towing. Jump-starting is much more preferable ⇒ ...
  • Page 344 If and when ● Screw in the tow ring into its position anticlockwise as far as it will go Note ⇒  f ig. 218 ⇒  . Use a suitable tool to firmly tighten the tow ring in its loca- The vehicle can only be towed if the electronic parking brake and steering tion.
  • Page 345 If and when Fitting the tow ring to the rear for vehicles without factory fitted tow hitch Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle ● Take the tow ring from the on-board tools ⇒  p age 320. ● Leave the ignition on to avoid locking the steering wheel, to release the electronic parking brake and to activate the turn signal indicators, the horn ●...

  • Page 346: Technical Specifications

    Description of specifications Technical Specifications Description of specifications Important information Abbreviations used in the Technical Specifications section Abbrevia- Meaning tion Important Kilowatt, engine power measurement. The information in the vehicle documentation always has Pferdestärke (horsepower), formerly used to denote engine power.
  • Page 347 Description of specifications Vehicle code Type plate The type plate is visible when the driver door is opened, on the lower part of the strut. Vehicles for certain export countries do not have a type plate. The manufacturer's type plate contains the following data: Gross vehicle weight Maximum authorised weight of vehicle and trailer Maximum gross front axle weight...

  • Page 348: Information On Fuel Consumption

    Description of specifications Information on fuel consumption Note ● Actual consumption may vary from quoted test values, depending on personal driving style, road and traffic conditions, the weather and the vehi- Fuel consumption cle condition.  The consumption and emission details shown on the vehicle data sticker differ from one vehicle to another.

  • Page 349: Towing A Trailer

    Description of specifications Towing a trailer Wheels Trailer weights Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel bolts Trailer weight Tyre pressures The trailer weights and drawbar loads approved are selected in intensive tri- The sticker with the tyre pressure values can be found on the inside of the als according to precisely defined criteria.

  • Page 350: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Checking fluid levels Coolant fluid deposit Engine oil dipstick From time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the ve- Oil filler neck hicle must be checked. Never fill with incorrect fluids, other- Brake fluid reservoir wise serious damage to the engine may be caused.

  • Page 351: Petrol Engine 1.4 110 Kw (150 Ps)

    Technical specifications Petrol engine 1.4 110 kW (150 PS) Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 110 (150)/ 5800 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 240/ 1500-4000 No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4/ 1390 Fuel 95 super RON Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol. Performance Maximum speed in km/h...

  • Page 352: Petrol Engine 1.4 110 Kw (150 Ps) Automatic

    Technical specifications Trailer weight Trailer without brakes Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1800 Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1800 Engine oil capacity Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change  Petrol engine 1.4 110 kW (150 PS) Automatic Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 110 (150)/ 5800...

  • Page 353: Petrol Engine 2.0 147 Kw (200 Ps) Automatic

    Technical specifications Weights 5 seats 7 seats Gross vehicle weight in kg 2310 2500 Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1742 1790 Gross front axle weight in kg 1190/1240 1190/1240 Gross rear axle weight in kg 1070/1120 1260/1310 Permitted roof load in kg Trailer weight...

  • Page 354: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 85 Kw (115 Ps)

    Technical specifications Consumption (litres/100 km)/ CO (g/km) 5 seats 7 seats Urban cycle 11.5/268 11.6/270 Extra-urban cycle 6.6/155 6.7/156 Combined 8.4/196 8.5/198 Weights 5 seats 7 seats Gross vehicle weight in kg 2360 2530 Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1790 1838...
  • Page 355 Technical specifications No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4.6/1984 Fuel Min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Performance Maximum speed in km/h Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 12.6 Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec.

  • Page 356: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 100 Kw (136 Ps)

    Technical specifications Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 100 kW (136 PS) Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 100 (136)/ 4200 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 320/1750-2500 No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4/1968 Fuel Min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Performance Maximum speed in km/h...

  • Page 357: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 100 Kw (136 Ps) Automatic

    Technical specifications Trailer weight Trailer without brakes Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 2200 Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 2200 Engine oil capacity Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change  Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 100 kW (136 PS) Automatic Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 100 (136)/ 4200...

  • Page 358: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 103 Kw (140 Ps)

    Technical specifications Weights 5 seats 7 seats Gross vehicle weight in kg 2370 2540 Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1803 1851 Gross front axle weight in kg 1220/1270 1230/1280 Gross rear axle weight in kg 1100/1150 1260/1310 Permitted roof load in kg Trailer weight...

  • Page 359: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 103 Kw (140 Ps) Automatic

    Technical specifications Consumption (litres/100 km)/ CO (g/km) 5 seats 7 seats Urban cycle 6.8/179 6.9/182 Extra-urban cycle 4.8/127 4.9/130 Combined 5.5/143 5.6/146 Weights 5 seats 7 seats Gross vehicle weight in kg 2340 2510 Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1174 1822...
  • Page 360 Technical specifications No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4/1968 Fuel Min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Performance Maximum speed in km/h Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec.

  • Page 361: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 103 Kw (140 Ps) All-Wheel Drive

    Technical specifications Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 103 kW (140 PS) All-wheel drive Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 103 (140)/ 4200 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 320/1750-2500 No. of cylinders/capacity in cm 4.6/1984 Fuel Min. 51 CN Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Performance Maximum speed...

  • Page 362: Diesel Engine 2.0 Tdi Cr 125 Kw (170 Ps)

    Technical specifications Trailer weight Trailer without brakes Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 2400 Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 2400 Engine oil capacity Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change  Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 125 kW (170 PS) Engine specifications Power output in kW (PS) 125 (170)/ 4200...

  • Page 363: Automatic

    Technical specifications Weights 5 seats 7 seats Gross vehicle weight in kg 2360 2530 Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1794 1842 Gross front axle weight in kg 1210/1260 1220/1270 Gross rear axle weight in kg 1100/1150 1260/1310 Permitted roof load in kg Trailer weight...
  • Page 364 Technical specifications Consumption (litres/100 km)/ CO (g/km) Urban cycle 6.7/177 Extra-urban cycle 5.4/143 Combined 5.9/154 Weights 5 seats 7 seats Gross vehicle weight in kg 2370 2550 Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1803 1851 Gross front axle weight in kg 1220/1270 1230/1280...

  • Page 365: Dimensions And Capacities

    Technical specifications Dimensions and capacities Dimensions Length, width 4854 mm 1904 mm Height at kerb weight 1720 mm Front and rear projection Wheelbase 2919 mm Turning circle Front Rear Track width 1557 – 1569 mm 1605 – 1617 mm Capacities Fuel tank 70 litres.

  • Page 367: Index

    Sale of vehicle ..... . 255 seat ......121 All-wheel drive Headlight range .
  • Page 368 Index Automatic car wash ..... 243 See "Braking assist systems" ..191 Switching Auto Hold off .
  • Page 369 Vehicle interior ..... . 249 Seat belts ......21 Tailgate .
  • Page 370 Portable waste bin ....147 Child seat ......39 Indirect ventilation .
  • Page 371 Control units ......260 Dangers of not using the seat belt ..20 Warning lamp .
  • Page 372 Index Parking downhill ....186 Emergencies Parking uphill ..... . . 186 Fire extinguishers .
  • Page 373 Engine oil ......279 seat ....... . 121 Rear assist .
  • Page 374 See "Engine and ignition" ... . . 170 Seat belt routing ..... . 48 Glove compartment lighting .
  • Page 375 Index Spare key ......71 Functions ......98 Luggage compartment Vehicle key .
  • Page 376 Index Folding exterior mirrors ....113 Rear vision mirror ....111 Octane rating .
  • Page 377 Index Release ......185 Preparing for the journey ....7 Rear assist systems .
  • Page 378 Rocker switches Seat belts ......16, 21 Electric front seat ....115 Tiptronic .
  • Page 379 Index Sockets Start-Stop Function ..... 196 Symbols 12 Volts ......153 See "Lamps"...
  • Page 380 Index Traction control when accelerating ASR Technical modifications ....258 Tow hitch (TCS) ......190 Labels .
  • Page 381 Tyre monitoring indicator ....223 seat ......121 Checking the electrolyte level .
  • Page 382 Synchronising ......74 Seat belts ......17 Automatic car wash .
  • Page 383 Index Interchanging tyres ....295 Windscreen washer water Winter tyres ......300 New tyres .
  • Page 384 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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