Seat Alhambra 2015 Owner's Manual page 243

Z max. 240 km/h (149 mph)
W max. 270 km/h (168 mph)
Y max. 300 km/h (186 mph)
Some manufacturers use the letters "ZR" for
tyres with a maximum authorised speed
above 240 km/h (149 mph).
Winter service
Winter tyres*
In winter conditions winter tyres will consid-
erably improve the vehicle's handling. The
design of summer tyres (width, rubber com-
pound, tread pattern) gives less grip on ice
and snow. Winter tyres also improve the vehi-
cle braking performance, reducing the brak-
ing distance in winter weather. SEAT recom-
mend that winter tyres be fitted to the vehicle
at temperatures below +7 °C (+45 °F).
The performance of winter tyres is much re-
duced if the tyre tread is worn below 4 mm
(1/16 inch). The age of the tyre is another
factor affecting performance, regardless of
the depth of the tyre tread.
Please observe the following when using
winter tyres:
● Observe legal requirements in each coun-
try.
Wheels and tyres
● Winter tyres must be fitted on all four
wheels.
● Only use winter tyres in wintery weather
conditions.
● Only use winter tyres of the size authorised
for the vehicle.
● Only use radial winter tyres of the same
type, size (rolling circumference) and tread
pattern.
● Adjust speeds to within the limits indicated
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(code letter on tyre) .
Speed limit
A code letter indicating the speed limit is
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stamped on all winter tyres
In some vehicles, it is possible to set a speed
warning in the MFA (multifunction display)
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menu on the instrument panel
If you use V-rated tyres the speed limits and
tyre pressure will be determined by engine
size. Please ask your technical service centre
for further information on the maximum per-
mitted speed and the required pressures for
the tyres.
All-wheel drive*
Thanks to its all-wheel drive, your car will
have plenty of traction in winter conditions,
even with the standard tyres. Nevertheless,
SEAT still recommend that winter tyres or all-
season tyres should be fitted on all four
wheels when winter road conditions are ex-
pected, mainly because this will give a better
braking response.
Please observe all instructions and warnings
when using snow chains
WARNING
Although winter tyres help to make driving
safer in the winter, you should not take un-
necessary risks.
Adjust your speed and driving style to visi-
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bility, road, traffic and weather conditions.
● Never exceed the maximum permitted
speed or loads specified for the type of winter
tyre fitted on your vehicle.
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For the sake of the environment
When winter is over, change back to summer
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tyres. In temperatures above +7 °C (+45 °F),
performance will be improved if summer tyres
are used. Fuel consumption, wear and noises
while driving will all be reduced.
Note
● If the vehicle is fitted with a tyre control
system, this should be "reprogrammed"
whenever a tyre is changed
● Please ask at a technical service centre for
information about the permitted sizes for
winter tyres.
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