Seat ALHAMBRA Owner's Manual page 193

WARNING (Continued)
● Changes to the vehicle suspension or using unapproved wheel/tyre
combinations can affect operation of the ABS, BAS, ASL EDL and ESC
(ESP) and their effectiveness.
● Likewise, the effectiveness of ESC (ESP) depends on the use of suita-
ble tyres ⇒ p age 293.
Note
● To ensure that the ESC (ESP) and ASR (TCS) work properly, all four
wheels must be fitted with identical tyres. Any differences in the rolling radi-
us of the tyres can cause the system to reduce engine power when this is
not desired.
● If a malfunction should occur in the ABS, the ESC (ESP), ASR (TCS) and
EDS will also be affected.
● Noises may be heard while any of the above systems are operating.
Turning on and off the ASR (TCS)
Safety First
Fig. 136 Detailed view of
the centre console: but-
ton used to switch ASR
(TCS) on and off (vehicles
with ESC (ESP)).
Operating instructions
The electronic stabilisation control ESC (ESP) consists of ABS, EDL and ASR
(TCS) and only works when the engine is running.
The ASR (TCS) can be switched off while the engine is running by pressing
⇒ f ig. 136
the button. The ASR (TCS) (and similar) is only switched off
OFF

when the required traction is not obtained:
● When driving through deep snow or on loose ground (gravel...).
● When freeing a trapped vehicle.
Turn the ASR (TCS) back on by pressing the button
Brake fluid

In the course of time, the brake fluid absorbs water from the ambient air. If
there is too much water contained in the brake fluid, the brake system could
be damaged. In addition, the boiling point of the brake fluid is significantly
lowered. When the brake fluid contains too much water and the brakes are
subject to considerable forces, bubbles of water vapour can form in the sys-
tem. These bubbles of water vapour can significantly reduce braking power,
Practical tips
Driving
⇒ f ig.
136.
OFF


Fig. 137 In the engine
compartment: brake fluid
reservoir, lid
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