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C U P R A L E O N 5D / SPORTSTOURER OWNER’S MANUAL...
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Vehicle Registration: On-board documentation Vehicle identification number: First key Second key Date of vehicle registration or vehicle delivery: Correct working order of all keys was checked SEAT Official Service/CUPRA authorised service: Location: Date: Signature of owner: Service advisor: Telephone:...
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Thank you for your confidence With your new CUPRA, you will be able to enjoy a vehicle with state-of-the-art technology and top quality features. We recommend reading this Instruction Man- ual carefully to learn more about your vehicle so you can enjoy all its benefits in your daily driving.
Table of Contents Data transmissions ....Checking and refilling levels ..CUPRA CONNECT ......Engine compartment .
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Trademarks are marked with ®. The ab- your CUPRA Specialised Service or SEAT Offi- sence of this symbol does not guarantee cial SEAT Service if you require more detailed that the term is not a trademark. information. You can access the information in this manual...
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About this instruction manual Digital instruction manual Valid for the Dutch market The digital version of the manual can be found Only CUPRA Specialized Services can repair on the official CUPRA website: CUPRA vehicles and provide services under warranty. Fig. 1 CUPRA website ●...
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General views of the vehicle General views of the vehicle Front exterior view ››› ››› ››› Driving assistance sensors page 174 Battery page 328 Charging process display page 76 ››› Bonnet Front multifunction camera Emergency unlocking page 78 ››› Front radar Unlocking lever page 318 ››› ...
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General views of the vehicle Front exterior view Front exterior view ››› Bonnet Driving assistance sensors page 174 ››› Front multifunction camera Unlocking lever page 318 ››› Front radar Open/close page 318 Park distance control sensors Towing the vehicle Park assist sensor ››› Tow start page 308 Levels control...
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General views of the vehicle Rear exterior view ››› ››› Towing the vehicle Driving assistance sensors page 174 Open/Close cap page 298 ››› Action in the event of a puncture Rear view camera Tow-start page 308 ››› ››› Park distance control sensors Anti-puncture kit page 348 Towline anchorage page 310...
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General views of the vehicle Rear exterior view Rear exterior view ››› ››› Towing the vehicle Driving assistance sensors page 174 Open/Close cap page 298 ››› Action in the event of a puncture Rear view camera Tow-start page 308 ››› ››› Park distance control sensors Anti-puncture kit page 348 Towline anchorage...
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General views of the vehicle Overview (left hand drive) Overview (left hand drive) ››› ››› Wipers and rear window wiper Electric windows page 102 Hazard warning lights page 67 ››› ››› page 126 ››› Exterior mirror adjustment page 129 page 149 start stop button ››› ››› ...
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General views of the vehicle Overview (right hand drive) ››› ››› Control for lighting and demisting windows Infotainment system page 31, Central locking page 90 ››› ››› page 118 ››› page 243 Steering wheel adjustment page 109 ››› Turn signal and main beam lever Exterior mirror adjustment page 129 Steering wheel with horn and driver’s air- ››› ...
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Steering anomaly page 166 display. These may be purely informative or ››› they may be advising of the need for action. Fasten your seat belt page 43 Stop driving! Depending upon the equipment fitted in the Electronic parking brake on vehicle, instead of a warning lamp, sometimes Fault in the high voltage system ››› ...
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Collision warning deactivated ››› ››› page 118 page 192 Fault in the airbag system or the ››› Fault in the emissions control sys- Cruise control fault (GRA) seat belt tensioners page 51 ››› ››› page 301 page 180 Front passenger front airbag off ››› Particulate filter clogged Speed limiter not available page 52...
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Driver information Instrument panel Instrument panel Sym- Meaning Sym- Meaning Introduction ››› The speed limiter is not active Turn signals page 118 ››› page 180 After switching the engine on with a 12-volt Auto Hold active (lights up green), Start-Stop system activated battery that is heavily discharged or newly or Auto Hold paused (lights up ››› ...
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Driver information Digital Cockpit Fig. 2 Digital Cockpit on the instrument panel (classic view). ››› ››› Control and warning lamps page 13. Screen display page 21. Revolution counter. Revolutions per mi- Speedometer ››› nute the engine is running page 18. Digital speed display ››› ...
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Driver information Instrument panel Fig. 3 Hybrid vehicles: Digital Cockpit on the instrument panel (classic view). ››› By selecting different information profiles, in- Control and warning lamps page 13. Information profiles dications other than the classic circular instru- Rev counter and Powermeter. Revolu- / ...
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Driver information ● steering wheel: navigation map, road signs, Assist systems. Information that may be displayed in the driving data (clicking on switches between ● central area of the Digital Cockpit speedom- Engine power and torque. the different memories). eter ●...
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Driver information Instrument panel We recommend that you avoid high revs and Control lamps NOTICE that you follow the recommendations on the Its lights up yellow. Fuel tank almost Never run the fuel tank completely dry. An gear-change indicator. See the additional in- empty.
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Driver information If the warning lamp does not go out even If the warning lamp does not go out even NOTICE though the motor coolant level is correct, do though the motor coolant level is correct, do ● Never drive with the tank completely not continue to drive or leave the motor run- not continue to drive or leave the motor run- empty.
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Driver information Instrument panel Power meter The following displays can be seen on the ››› ››› Power meter: Fig. 6, Fig. 7. ✓ Valid for: hybrid vehicles The vehicle recovers electrical energy. e-Mode electric driving. The combustion engine must be running. With the Boost function, the vehicle drives for a short period of time with maximum power from both the electric motor and the combustion engine.
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Range can be increased by reducing or switch- is shown on the instrument cluster display . ing off comfort consumers, e.g. air condition- ing or seat heating.
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Driver information Instrument panel – Current consumption: The current Changing memory Note fuel consumption display operates ● Depending on the view, select Driving ● There are different instrument panels and throughout the journey, in litres/100 km; data and press the left arrow or the button therefore the versions and instructions on and with the engine running and the vehi-...
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Driver information This does not present any problem as long as age to the vehicle or a fault. Check the faulty Driver alert system (break recom- ››› function as soon as possible. If necessary, seek the warning lamps page 328 mendation) professional assistance.
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● Please observe the indications on the in- Driving behaviour is only calculated on speeds the driver has unbuckled their seat belt and strument panel and act as is necessary. above about 65 km/h (40 mph) up to around opened the door.
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Driver information Shown on the display Dynamic road sign display: Clean Road signs detection system the windscreen! In Germany, on motorways and vehicle roads, ● The windscreen is dirty in the camera area besides speed limits and overtaking provisions or the camera’s visibility is impaired by weather the system also displays the end of prohibition conditions.
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Driver information Instrument panel ● ● Additional sign: If the windscreen wiper is It can be activated or deactivated in the info- In the case of poor visibility, e.g. in snow, working while you are driving, the signal with tainment system using the button rain, fog or intense mist.
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Driver information ● Always replace damaged or worn blades When you approach places such as a junction, ● Adapt your speed and driving style to when required to avoid lines on the camera's a roundabout or a section of road with a speed suit visibility, weather, road and traffic condi- field of vision.
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Driver information Instrument panel Eco-efficient driving assistance is available de- Time and date Identifying letters on engine (LDM) pending on the equipment, although not in all Select the menu Engine code. The identify- countries. Setting the time on the infotainment system ing letters of the engine will be shown on the ››› ...
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Resetting service interval display be reset by an authorised dealer. service. If the service was not carried out by a special- ised CUPRA dealer or any dealer in the SEAT Service due Instrument cluster opera- network, the display can be reset as follows: When it is time for a service or an inspection, ●...
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Infotainment system operation and displays Driver information ● Operation using the multifunction To open the menu or the information dis- Instrument panel menus played, press the button or wait a few sec- steering wheel The number of menus and information items onds until the menu or the informative display available will depend on the vehicle’s electron- opens automatically.
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Driver information General operating information Help General information on the operation of the In the Help menu can be found more informa- infotainment system, as well as on the warning tion and tips for using the infotainment system. and safety instructions that must be taken into ››› ...
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Infotainment system operation and displays Driver information Explanation of the function buttons Fig. 12 Schematic diagram: Overview of the possible function buttons on the screen. : main menu with the 6 main functions Top part of the screen divided into 2 screens (3 + 3, customisable The following information is always visible, by the user by pressing on the function).
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Driver information Initial configuration wizard Fig. 13 Schematic diagram: Initial configuration wizard. The initial configuration wizard will help you to Press to link your mobile phone to the In- set up your Infotainment system the first time fotainment system. you switch it on. Press to select your home address using Whenever you switch on the infotainment sys- your current position or by manually en-...
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Infotainment system operation and displays Driver information Vehicle information Fig. 14 Schematic diagram: Vehicle information and status. Pressing on Vehicle info in the main menu opens the Vehicle info menu with the following submenus: ● Driving data: The average consumption, average speed, distance travelled, trip duration and autonomy are shown.
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Driver information Assist systems and vehicle settings Fig. 15 Schematic diagram: Assistants and vehicle settings ››› – Assistance systems Emergency brake assistance system (Front Press Fig. 15 , or Vehicle settings ››› in the main menu to open the assistants and Assist) page 189.
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Driver information Departure menu Fig. 16 Schematic representation: departure menu. In the departure menu you can set some func- Hide tions before leaving the vehicle. When you When you leave the vehicle, the departure switch off the ignition, the departure menu is menu is hidden automatically.
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● vehicle to another person. Fasten your seat belt securely. Instruct your Safety equipment passengers also to fasten their seat belts prop- ››› erly page 42. Never put your safety or the safety of your pas- Before driving sengers in danger.
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Control units and sensors. maintaining the correct sitting position, con- tact a specialised workshop for help with ● Optimised and height-adjustable headrests any special devices. The seat belt and airbag ● Adjustable steering column. can only provide optimum protection if a cor- Fig. 17 ...
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Correct sitting position of vehicle occupants Safety ● your head and under no circumstances below Adjust the height of the seat so that you can WARNING reach the top of the steering wheel. eye level . Keep the back of your neck as close Sitting in an incorrect position may increase ››› ...
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Never stand on the seats. of sudden braking. ● Never kneel on the seats. ● Never tilt your seat backrest too far to the Properly worn seat belts hold the occupants rear. in the proper position. They also help prevent ●...
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Seat belt buckled indication ● Do not allow the seat belt to be damaged or Although your vehicle is equipped with airbags, jammed, or to rub on any sharp edges. the seat belts must be fastened and worn. The It lights up red ●...
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25 km/h (15 mph), an audio signal sounds for a few seconds. Rear seat belts fastened display If a seat belt is fastened or unfastened while driving in some of the rear seats, the seat belt status is displayed for approximately 30 sec- onds. Fig. 22 ...
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If a rear seat occupant Properly worn seat belts hold the vehicle occu- is not wearing a seat belt, they are not only en- pants in the position that most protects them dangering themselves but also the occupants in the event of an accident or sudden braking ››› ...
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Safety ● The lap part of the seat belt must lie across WARNING the pelvis, never across the stomach. ● The seat belt cannot offer its full protec- ● The seat belt must lie flat and fit comfortably. tion unless the seat backrest is in an upright...
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This cushions the movement of occupants ment, also the seat belt of the central rear ● forwards towards the impact. Do not twist the seat belt while it is fas- seat) are fitted with automatic retractors. This tened. device ensures complete freedom of move-...
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● Operation of the hazard warning lights. For the sake of the environment seat belts that are installed in the seats of your ● Automatic closing of the windows until they vehicle. If you work on the belt tensioners or...
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● Adapt your speed and safe distance to the page 166. The airbag system is not a substitute for seat vehicle in front of you at all times to suit belts, but it is an integral part of the vehicle's the visibility, weather, road and traffic condi- overall passive safety system.
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Sharp braking before an accident may cause a cal or fatal injuries if the airbag is triggered. passenger not wearing a seat belt to be thrown Children up to 12 years old should always ●...
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(if the interior (hard/soft), angle of impact, vehicle speed, light switch is in the courtesy light position); ● The seat belts and airbags can only provide etc. ● the hazard warning lights switch on; maximum protection if the occupants are ››› ...
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Lights up on the roof console Front airbags WARNING Front passenger front airbag deactivated. In the event of a fault in the airbag and seat Check if the airbag should be kept deacti- belt tensioner system, the airbags and seat vated.
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Activate and deactivate front pas- Deactivate the front passenger front airbag to the steering wheel and instrument panel only if you have to use a rear-facing child seat senger front airbag when the driver and front passenger air- in the front passenger seat.
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Make sure that all vehicle occupants, includ- ing children, follow this rule. ● Never use upholstery or seat covers that have not been explicitly authorised for the seats of the vehicle. Otherwise, the side air- bag will not be able to deploy if triggered.
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WARNING ● Improper manipulation of the driver and If you do not wear a seat belt, if you lean front passenger seats can prevent the central forward, or are not seated correctly while the airbag from operating correctly and cause vehicle is in motion, you are at a greater risk serious injuries.
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“AIRBAG”. use a child seat or a seat belt. For safety rea- ››› sons, the child seat should be installed in the The framed area (deployment area) Fig. 37...
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ECE R44 or ECE-R129 stand- regulation. ards bear the ECE-R44 or ECE-R129 test marks on the seat (the letter E in a circle with the test CUPRA recommends securing the child seats number below it). shown on the website as described below: Follow the manufacturer's instructions and ob- ●...
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(on the sides). ISO- vehicle without being properly secured, or front passenger airbag can be disabled with a FIX attachment systems are used mainly in Eu- to stand up or kneel on a seat while travel- ››› ››› key-operated switch page 53.
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The sup- port leg of the child seat should not raise the ● Support bracket: some child seats rest on base of the child seat off the surface of the the floor of the vehicle with a support bracket.
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X: ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems for this weight group or size class. The indication of class according to size corresponds to the authorised bodyweight for the child seat. In child seats with universal or semi-universal approval, the class according to size is indicated on the ECE approval label.
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The location of the ISOFIX or i-Size anchor ››› points is indicated by a symbol Fig. 41 ››› Fig. 42. In some vehicles, the rings are se- cured to the seat frame and, in others, they are secured to the rear floor. Not available in all markets.
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››› correspondent ring page 64. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. ● Pull on both sides of the child seat to ensure Fig. 46 Rear part of the rear seats: Top that it is properly anchored. Tether strap anchor. Child seats with the ISOFIX or i-Size and Top Fig. 44 ...
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The objective of this system is to reduce for- ● Push the lock and release it from the anchor- ward movements of the child seat in a head-on ing support. collision, to reduce the risk of injuries that may be caused to the child’s head by impacting...
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Compliance with current national legislation and the manufacturer's instructions is required when using or installing child seats. For semi-universal chairs where the securing system is the car safety belt and the support bracket, do not use them in the centre rear seat.
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In case of emergency Safety In case of emergency 6. Follow the legal provisions of each coun- WARNING try (reflective vest, warning triangles, light ● The risk of an accident increases if your beacon, etc.). Hazard warning lights vehicle breaks down. Always use the hazard 7.
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Safety Behaviour in the event of an acci- WARNING dent or fire In the event of fire, an explosion may occur and substances harmful to health may be re- Actions to take in the event of a fire or acci- leased, which can cause serious injury.
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In case of emergency Safety ››› ● Off: the eCall service is not available. If the call is private, the person on the other EDR data transmission page 363 end of the line will assist you in the language ● Flashes in red, approx. 20 seconds after When an emergency call is made, the legally you have configured in the Infotainment sys- swing on the ignition: the eCall service is de-...
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The emergency call is made from an area With a information call, a call is placed to the with weak or no mobile and GPS signal, as well customer care service of SEAT. S.A. as e.g. tunnels, between very tall buildings, ga- rages, underground walkways, mountains and Note valleys.
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High-voltage battery Safety instructions High-voltage battery ● ● Never damage, modify or remove the or- In the event of a fire, leave the danger area ange high voltage cables or disconnect them and call the fire department. from the high voltage network. ●...
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High-voltage battery ››› High voltage warning lettering Fig. 53 High voltage can cause serious injury or Valid for: hybrid vehicles even death. Never touch the battery poles with bare fingers, tools, jewellery or other metal objects. The high-voltage battery contains hazard- ous liquid and solid substances.
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Do not expose the vehicle to outside tem- tion instructions: come into contact with water or other peratures below -30 °C or above 60 °C for SEAT recommends the following conservation liquids. Liquids may cause short circuits, more than 24 hours. instructions: electrical shocks and burns.
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The electrical installation of the house must formation from a specialised CUPRA dealer that are appropriately fitted, have been have been checked and be in perfect working or any SEAT network dealer. checked and are not damaged, as well as ››› order .
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Charging the high-voltage battery High-voltage battery ● In the event of very low or very high tem- Charging with alternating current Compatibility between vehicles and charg- peratures, it may only be possible to charge ing infrastructure (AC) the high-voltage battery in a limited manner. The following indicators according to the Valid for: hybrid vehicles EN 17186 standard provide information about...
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High-voltage battery The charging process indicator on the charg- Connecting the charging cable First charge and charging after a long time ing socket flashes green . The charging con- ● Firstly, connect the charging cable to the If the high-voltage battery is new or has not nector is locked.
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Charging the high-voltage battery High-voltage battery Flashing: The high-voltage battery is charging. ● The vehicle has been unlocked. Short flashes: Programmed charging is ac- ● OR: The charging connector has been un- tive. The charging process has not yet plugged from the charging socket. started.
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High-voltage battery The charging process is not possible or has Fire risk! been paused The warning lamp lights up red and is dis- The charging process indicator located next to played along with with a text message on the the charging socket lights up red. instrument cluster accompanied by a continu- ous audible warning.
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Charging settings in the infotainment system High-voltage battery ● Reduce the charging current, e.g. when Manual release of the charging connector Note other major consumers are operating on a sin- The puller for the manual release mechanism After using the charging connector’s man- gle line of the electrical installation at the same is on the left hand side of the engine compart- ual release mechanism, the charging socket...
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High-voltage battery The air conditioning works both when the ve- Charging cable Viewing the departure times hicle is connected to the grid and disconnec- ● Select Battery Manager from the Infotain- ted. If you want to use the high-voltage battery ment main menu.
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Cleaning the charging cable rect, get a specialised CUPRA dealer or any NOTICE Clean the surface of the charging cable with a SEAT dealership to look at it. ››› ››› dry or slightly damp cloth The charging cable can be damaged if not cleaned properly.
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High-voltage battery Note WARNING Charging the high-voltage battery with an in- The maximum charging capacity of the appropriate charging cable could cause short safety circuit that is used must be observed. circuits, serious injuries and fatal electrical If the charging cable is planned into an elec- shocks.
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››› Fig. 62. Visit a specialised CUPRA dealer or ensures that the charging connector does not any SEAT network dealer to check the charg- Set the charging current receive current until it is plugged in to the vehi- ing cable. Get an establishment that special- cle's charging connector.
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High-voltage battery ● Check the instructions located on the back of the protective devices. ● Seek professional assistance if the fault per- sists. Note If there is any other mains connection dur- ing the charging process, or if the vehicle is right next to the high voltage cables, charg- ing from an electrical socket is not possible in some cases.
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Different keys belonging to the vehicle may be obtained from a specialised CUPRA dealer or used. Fig. 64 Centre console: vehicle key SEAT Official Service, a specialised workshop housing. or an approved key service qualified to create this kind of key. Unlock the vehicle...
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Opening and closing New keys or spare keys must be synchronised Pull out the key blade Note ››› before use page 87. ● Only use the key button when you re- quire the corresponding function. Pushing WARNING the button unnecessarily could accidentally unlock the vehicle or trigger the alarm.
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Opening and closing Set of vehicle keys Changing the battery Changing the battery NOTICE ● Remove the key blade from the vehicle key ● If the battery is not changed correctly, the ››› page 87. vehicle key may be damaged. ››› ●...
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Opening and closing ● Open the driver’s door. If the vehicle is fitted Unlock the vehicle with an anti-theft alarm, it will trigger immedi- ● Touch the sensor surface on the inside of the ››› ately page 94. handle . All turn signals flash twice. ●...
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Keyless Access system Opening and closing ● Move the gear lever to position P since oth- infotainment system, using the function button Troubleshooting erwise the vehicle cannot be locked. > Vehicle > Exterior > Central locking. The Keyless Access system does not work ●...
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Opening and closing Central locking ● Never leave individuals locked in a closed NOTICE and locked vehicle. In case of emergency, The sensor surfaces on the door handles may they may not be able to exit the vehicle by Introduction activate if hit by a jet of water or high pres- themselves or get help.
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● EITHER: the inside door handle is pulled. Central locking settings can be changed in the ised CUPRA dealer, SEAT Official Service or This applies when driving at under 15 km/h (9 Infotainment system. specialised workshop.
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Opening and closing Unlock and lock with the key Selective unlocking system Note The selective unlocking system allows you to ● Do not use the remote control key until the only unlock the driver door and the fuel tank vehicle is visible. flap.
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Opening and closing Central locking ● The LED in the central locking switch lights “Safe” security system When the “Safe” security system is deactiva- up when all the doors are closed and locked. ted, the following needs to be taken into ac- Depending on its equipment, the vehicle may count: ●...
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Opening and closing ● The vehicle has been unlocked, but has not Note Note been opened. If the driver door's is unlocked mechanically If the 12-volt vehicle battery has little or ● The ignition has not been switched on. with the vehicle key, only this door is un- no charge, or the vehicle key battery is al- ●...
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Opening and closing Anti-theft alarm If the vehicle is not opened electronically with Interior monitoring and anti-tow Switching off the alarm a valid key, the alarm triggers and emits audio system ● Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle key un- and light signals for a maximum of approx.
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Opening and closing ● Disconnect through the infotainment sys- If one or more windows are partially or com- WARNING pletely open. Opening and closing doors carelessly can ● ● If the sliding/tilting roof is partially or fully Press the function button >...
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Opening and closing Doors Emergency unlocking or locking of If the central locking system should fail to work Special characteristics at any time, doors with no lock cylinder will the driver’s door ● The anti-theft alarm will remain active when have to be locked separately.
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Opening and closing Child lock Deactivating the childproof lock ● Never drive with the rear lid open or half- closed, exhaust gases may penetrate into the ● Unlock the vehicle and open the door whose interior of the vehicle. Danger of poisoning! childproof lock you want to deactivate.
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Opening and closing Rear lid Opening and closing the rear lid A warning appears on the instrument panel display if the rear lid is open or not properly closed. The rear lid locks automatically while driving. When the outside temperature is around freezing point, the opening mechanism can- not always automatically raise the partially opened rear lid.
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Opening and closing sensors located below the rear bumper (Easy If the rear lid meets with resistance or an ob- To memorise a new opening angle, the rear lid ››› stacle during the automatic opening or closing, must be open at least halfway. Open page 101).
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Opening and closing Rear lid Once the system is cool again, the function The rear lid can be closed with another foot can be reused. Until then, the rear lid can only movement similar to the opening one (provi- be opened and closed by hand using reasona- ded a valid vehicle key is in the proximity of the ble force.
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Opening and closing Emergency unlocking of the rear There is a groove in the luggage compartment WARNING allowing access to the emergency opening If there is a valid key in the proximity of the mechanism. rear lid, in some cases the Easy Open func- tion may be accidentally activated and the Unlocking the rear lid from inside the lug- rear lid will open, for example, when sweep-...
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Opening and closing Window controls Buttons on the driver door The safety control symbol lights up in yellow In the infotainment system different settings if the buttons on the rear doors are switched can be adjusted using the function button Window on the front left door off.
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Opening and closing ● ● Release the button, pull it up again and hold If the window still cannot be closed, it will ● For safety reasons, you should only use it in this position. This resets the automatic stop in the corresponding position. Pulling the remote control open and close functions raising and lowering function.
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Opening and closing Sunroof Operating the sunroof ● After switching off, it is still possible to Note open or close the sunroof during a short The anti-trap function also works when the space of time provided that neither the windows are closed with the comfort func- driver nor passenger door is opened.
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Opening and closing Closing the sunroof: Convenience function to open or Using the Keyless Access system (only lock- ● ing) close the sunroof Automatic movement: slide your finger for- ward over the functional area Press and hold the locking sensor surface ››› ...
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Opening and closing Sunroof ● The sunroof closes without the anti-trap function intervening! ● If the sunroof will still not close, visit a speci- alised workshop. WARNING Closing the sunroof without the anti-trap function can cause serious injuries. ● Always be careful when closing the sun- roof.
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Steering wheel Steering wheel Radio: Search for the previous/next station. Multifunction steering Media: Short press: previous/next track; long press: fast forward/re- wheel wind. Activate phone menu (answer call, Functions end call). Switch between media and radio sources. Change the instrument panel menu ...
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Multifunction steering wheel Steering wheel Adjust the steering wheel before your trip and Select Travel Assist / ACC. only when the vehicle is stationary. ››› ● Open the driver assistants menu in Pull lever Fig. 86 down, move the the instrument cluster. steering wheel to the desired position and lift the lever back up until it locks.
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Incorrect seat adjustment may lead to acci- Objects with sharp edges can damage the dents and severe injuries. seats. Pull the lever to move the seat forwards ● Only adjust the seats when the vehicle ● Do not rub the seats with sharp objects.
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This movement can be stopped by ● The front seats can also be electrically pressing the stop button on the screen.
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››› ● tre rear seat. If someone is seated in a seat Fully lower the rear headrests page 113. Always make sure that the seats are correctly whose backrest is not properly engaged they ››› ...
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If not, this could damage the vehicle. Adjusting the head restraint for tall people Push the head restraint up as far as it will go.
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Move the backrest until it engages properly ● Press the head restraint downwards until the ››› in Folding down and raising the rear bars lock. seat backrest on page 112. ● Adjust the head restraint according to the in- structions on the correct position of the seat.
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The memory buttons can be used to save and that you can see, for example, the kerb edge ● Open the driver door and do not get into the turn on settings for the driver seat and the ex- well. vehicle. terior mirrors.
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When the centre armrest is down, do not allow the driver seat and the exterior mirrors do an accident and severe injuries. anybody to travel in the centre seat of the rear not move automatically. ● bench.
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Fig. 98 or right parts of the backrest in the direction of the arrow. The released part of the rear seat backrest is folded automati- cally down and forwards. ● If this occurs, close the rear lid. The rear backrest is not engaged when a red ››› ...
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Lights Lights Lighting and visibility buttons When the function is activated, the corre- sponding symbol lights up. To deactivate it, you will need to press on the symbol again. Vehicle lighting Turning the front fog lights on or off. Control lamps Turning the rear fog lights on or off.
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Vehicle lighting Lights When the lights are on, the control lamp lights If the exit lighting is switched on (“Coming Daytime running lights up in yellow. Home” function), when you leave the vehicle Daytime running lights can increase the ve- there will be no audio warning to warn you that The automatic dipped beam is only an auxili- hicle’s visibility when driving in daylight and...
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Lights Right turn light or right-hand parking light When the parking light is switched on, the Note (ignition switched off). front side light and the tail light on the corre- ● The legal requirements regarding the use sponding side of the vehicle turn on. Left turn light or left-hand parking light (ig- of vehicle lights in each country must be ob- nition switched off).
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Vehicle lighting Lights Main beam assist (Light Assist) The advanced main beam assistant can be Note switched on or off in the vehicle settings in the ● When you turn the ignition off without hav- The main beam assist automatically prevents Infotainment System.
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Lights System limitations WARNING Note In the following cases, the main beam head- The convenience features of the main beam ● The headlight flasher can be turned on and light must be switched off manually because assist should not encourage the taking of off manually at any time with the turn signal the main beam assist will not disconnect it on ››› ...
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Interior lights Lights ● OR: press the light control as many times as Dynamic headlight range control The light distribution of the headlights allows necessary until the instrument cluster displays the specific “tourist light” values to be met The headlight range is automatically adjusted the setting without the need for stickers or changes being according to the vehicle load status when they...
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Lights a visual indication that he or she should acti- Reading light vate the dipped beam. If your vehicle is fitted The reading light is tactile, each lens is turned with a digital instrument cluster, the message on and off individually by pressing in the re- Turn on the lights will be displayed on spective central area.
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Interior lights Lights Background lighting Fig. 102 Schematic diagram: Background lighting. ● Background lighting provides lighting in differ- Representation of acceleration: Animation Additional functions of the background ent areas of the interior. on the entire background lighting line when lighting accelerating. This function is only represented There are predefined versions of Ambient ●...
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Visibility Visibility Short wipe. Pressing the lever for longer WARNING accelerates the wiping. The use of worn or dirty wiper blades reduces Pull the lever to switch on the auto- Windscreen wiper and visibility and increases the risk of serious ac- matic windscreen washer/wiper.
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Windscreen wiper and rear window wiper systems Visibility begin without performing the last wipe. For Note the “drip” function to work again, you have to ● When the vehicle stops while the wiper is turn the ignition off and then on again. on, the wiper switches to operating tempora- rily at the next lower wiping level.
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Visibility Abnormal operation of the rain and light WARNING WARNING sensor The rain sensor may not detect enough rain Adjusting the exterior mirrors and interior The possible causes of anomalies and errone- to switch on the wipers. mirror while driving can distract the driver. ous interpretations in the sensitive surface area This could cause accidents and lead to seri- ●...
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Visibility Mirrors ● If possible, use the interior mirror to pre- NOTICE WARNING cisely calculate the distance to vehicles driv- Electrolyte fluid may leak if the automatic Light from screens of portable navigation ing behind you, or to other objects. anti-dazzle mirror is broken.
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Visibility ● Depending on the equipment fitted on Adjust the front passenger exterior mirror so Fold the rearview mirrors when locking the the vehicle, the mirrors may be heated that you can see, for example, the kerb area vehicle according to the outside temperature. well.
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Sun protection Visibility Sun protection NOTICE WARNING ● Before washing the vehicle in an automatic Folded sun blinds can reduce visibility. Sun blind car wash, please make sure to fold the exte- ● Always store sun blinds and visors in their rior mirrors in to prevent them from being housing when not in use.
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When the drive system is on, the vehicle rec- regularly so that air conditioner performance is the engine is running and fan is switched on. ognises whether a person is sitting in a seat in not adversely affected. the vehicle with a seatbelt fastened.
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Heating, ventilation and cooling Air conditioning ● It is advisable to turn on the air condition- Air vents NOTICE ing at least once a month, to lubricate the To ensure proper heating, cooling and ventila- Food, medicines and other objects sensitive system gaskets and prevent leaks.
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By pressing it, you can access the Air ››› Temperature setting submenu conditioning menu page 135. Press to set the desired temperature on Access the seat heating submenu ››› the driver or front passenger side. You can page 137. also slide your finger over the bar to make Temperature Sliding your finger from left to the adjustment.
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Heating, ventilation and cooling Air conditioning Air Conditioning Menu Fig. 109 Schematic diagram: Air conditioning menu. Within the Air Conditioning menu, the follow- indicate the outlet temperature of the air, Switches the heated window on or off ing submenus are found depending on the but the requested temperature depending when the engine is running.
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Climaprofile (low, medium or high) by suc- certain time the air conditioning to heat ● Smart heated seat: Pressing turns the cessively pressing the function button the footwell area. smart heated seats function on/off for the Climaprofile adjustment is also possible in ››› ...
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● Press the left or right seat icon to connect For safety reasons, air recirculation is discon- ● the seat heating to maximum power. Never leave the fresh air fan turned off or...
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● If an abnormality in the device's tempera- Do not switch the seat heating on if any of the Infotainment display. During this process, the ture control is detected, have it checked by a...
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● In the air conditioning menu, press the steer- the seat heaters, please do not kneel on the learning time of the function. ing wheel heating function button . The seat or apply sharp pressure to a single point heating is switched on at its maximum level.
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Air conditioning ● When programming a departure time, the car The air conditioner compressor has been Connecting parking ventilation automatically calculates, depending on the temporarily switched off because the engine The function will be switched on as follows: environmental conditions, the necessary op- coolant temperature is too high.
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Stationary air conditioning Air conditioning Stationary air condition- Switching on the stationary air conditioning Note It can be switched on in the following ways: Using the stationary air conditioning with- ● Press the immediate on icon in the Info- out connecting the charging cable reduces the vehicle’s range.
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The tion. be enabled when one of the two functions has driver's seat icon always stays activated by de- ● When the outside humidity is high and the been enabled. fault (the driver's seat icon includes the com-...
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Stationary air conditioning Air conditioning Checking the programming When the ignition is switched off, the infotain- ment system displays the next time that is ac- tive and the set functions.
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Driving Driving Information regarding the “cleanliness” of WARNING the particulate filter ● Restricting pedal operation can lead to Driving indications When the exhaust system detects that the par- critical situations while driving. ticulate filter is close to saturation, this system’s ●...
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Driving indications Driving driving type. The following section gives you Automatic transmission: accelerate gradually efficiency as well as maximum reliability and some tips on lessening the impact on the envi- and without reaching the “kick-down” posi- an enhanced resale value. A badly serviced en- ronment and reducing your operating costs at tion.
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● Do not ride the clutch on a hill, use the ● Ensure that the rear seat backrests are se- partment. brake. The fuel consumption will be lower curely engaged.
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Driving indications Driving pecially when the engine is cold) this will re- ● If a luggage rack is fitted on the rear lid, re- WARNING duce engine wear and increase its useful life. move it and the load when you have to drive After driving through flooded zones, braking Never drive at extremely low engine speeds.
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Driving General notes Changing tyres car. For this reason you should always choose a driving speed suitable for the road condi- On four-wheel drive vehicles, the engine On vehicles with four-wheel drive, all four tyres tions. Accident hazard! power is distributed to all four wheels. The dis- must have the same rolling circumference.
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Opening the driver's door when exiting the gine shutdown is active, if: vehicle activates the electronic lock on the ● The driver's seat belt is not fastened, steering column if the ignition is disabled. ● the driver does not step on any pedal, ●...
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Driving After automatically turning off the ignition, if the lighting changes from flashing to fixed will Note the dipped beam is on, the side light re- depend on specific engine size characteristics. ● Before leaving the vehicle, always discon- mains on for approx. 30 minutes (if the battery When the start button is used to stop the en- nect the ignition and, if appropriate, take into has enough charge).
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Starting and stopping the engine Driving ● After starting the engine, the lighting of the Vehicles with automatic transmission: Switch NOTICE button remains fixed indicating on the parking lock by pressing button P. ● The starter motor or the engine may be that the engine is running ●...
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This type of key can be purchased from a spe- for a prolonged period of time, it may over- cialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT network heat when switched off. To avoid damage, al- If no valid key is detected inside the vehicle, dealer.
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Driving with electric drive Driving ● Indications for the driver on the in- The temperature of the high-voltage battery Ignition is switched on is within the operating range. ● strument cluster screen This driver message is displayed and a buz- ●...
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Driving Detecting the drive system Behaviour when moving off or stopping WARNING With the electric drive, the motor makes no The combustion engine only runs if necessary. During electric driving, the auditory percep- noticeable noise when the drive system is When the vehicle is stationary, the combus- tion of the vehicle by other road users may switched on or while driving.
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Operating mode selection Driving Performance limited. The high-voltage battery The combustion engine starts when a kick- Operating mode selection may not be sufficiently charged or may have down occurs in E-MODE. However, E-MODE ● Switch on the drive system. reached its operating temperature limit, for ex- remains activated.
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Driving ● Pressing this symbol selects a higher the- selected destination is reached. If the user has The conditions must be met to use the E- oretical charge level. The vehicle tries to no active route, the function will offer the ac- MODE operating mode.
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The driver door must be closed. time, the engine will not stop any more. ● ● The driver's seat belt must be fastened. When the vehicle is stopped, put it into neu- ● With ESC disabled. tral and release the clutch pedal. The engine ●...
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Driving ● The steering wheel is turned slightly. ● If the lever is placed in position D, N or S af- WARNING ter engaging reverse gear, 10 km/h (6 mph) ● When the air conditioning is activated. ● Never switch the engine off until the vehi- in a forwards direction must be reached for cle is stationary.
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This also happens if has been opened or if the driver has unbuck- Depress the clutch and keep your foot as far the electronic parking brake is switched on. led the seat belt. as it will go. ● ●...
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Driving DSG automatic transmis- The gear selector position is shown by the NOTICE corresponding sign lighting up. The engaged sion Engaging a gear that is too low when driving gear is also displayed on the screen in manual at high speed or at high engine RPM can shift positions M, D, S and E (when the Eco cause considerable damage to the clutch and ››› ...
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DSG automatic transmission Driving – If the vehicle still does not move in the ● – Permanent forward drive position With lever in any position, the foot brake required direction, there is a system mal- must be depressed whenever the engine is The D/S position enables the gears to be op- function.
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Driving ● Press the gear shift paddle to change up a Driving down hills Starting off uphill without the Auto Hold ››› gear Fig. 116. function Under certain circumstances it may be advan- ● Press the gear shift paddle to change tageous to use the Tiptronic mode to select –...
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DSG automatic transmission Driving Condition: the engine must have reached op- ● ● In certain driving situations or traffic con- Make sure that the ESC remains switched erating temperature and the steering wheel ditions, the gears could overheat and be on.
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Driving ● Gently take your foot off the accelerator. Clutch WARNING The indication will be shown on the instrument ● If the inertia mode has been switched on, Clutch overheated! Please stop! panel , the engaged gear and current con- take into account, when approaching an ob- ●...
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Steering Driving Driving on slopes Steering Gearbox: System fault! You can continue driving in D until switch- ing off the engine downhill assistant Information relating to different ● Park the vehicle in a safe place. Seek special- vehicle processes. Downhill speed control is activated when the ist assistance.
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Driving The control lamp lights up and remains lit: Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, vari- Steering assist ous drive profiles can be selected. The degree ● Restart the engine and drive slowly for a This help assists the driver in critical situations. of influence of the vehicle's systems on the dif- short distance.
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Drive Profiles Driving exhaust system. The configuration is preset for Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Selecting a driving profile each profile and can be modified in the Indi- ● Depending on the driving profile, the perform- Press the > Drive Profile function button. vidual profile.
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Driving Characteristics of driving profiles in city traffic and for short distances, or for WARNING sporty driving, brake pad thickness should be Your speed and driving style must always The icon of the selected profile is displayed at checked regularly at a specialist workshop. be adjusted to visibility, weather, and traffic all times in the upper central part of the instru- Driving with wet brakes, e.g.
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If nec- uations that would require the brakes to be traffic conditions. essary, the wheels should be removed for a applied heavily. more thorough inspection. To do so, CUPRA recommends going to a specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership.
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Driving Troubleshooting Depending on the equipment, the ESC and Brake assist (BAS) TCS settings may be changed in the vehicle. Brake assist (BAS) can help to reduce the brak- Defect in the brake system ● The ESC, ABS and TCS can only operate cor- ing distance.
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Brake assist systems Driving Electromechanical brake servo (eBKV) WARNING WARNING With the ignition switched on, the electrome- Smart brake assist technology cannot over- When driving without a brake servo or with chanical brake servo (eBKV) supplements the come the limits imposed by the laws of phys- restricted brake servo functions, the braking force exerted by the foot by increasing the ics and only works within the limits of the sys-...
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Driving The TCS function should only be switched off When the ESC is disconnected the control ESC fault in situations in which traction is insufficient. warning lamp lights up on the instrument The control lamp switches on yellow. The ESC cluster.
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Brake assist systems Driving ● If the control lamp does not go out, or comes on while driving, it means that the ABS is not working properly. The vehicle can only be stopped using normal braking (with- out ABS). In this case the protective ABS function will not be available.
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This is why CUPRA recommends visit- WARNING an unexpected manner. ing a specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT ● ● When the towing mode is selected, some Responsibility for driving rests with the network dealer.
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Drive assist sensors and cameras Assistant systems Drive assist sensors and A radar sensor may be fitted to the front ››› bumper of the vehicle Fig. 121. The front cameras radar detects any objects in its detection zone ››› Fig. 122 and provides support for the fol- Front radar lowing functions: ››› ...
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Assistant systems Front camera NOTICE NOTICE ● If the radar sensor is dirty or poorly adjus- To avoid affecting the operation of the sys- ted, the Front Assist system may give unnec- tems, take the following points into consider- essary warnings and apply the brakes inap- ation: propriately.
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Drive assist sensors and cameras Assistant systems ered. This may be the case if, for example, Ultrasound sensors there is a layer of snow or ice over one of the The bumpers are fitted with ultrasound sen- sensors. sors to perform the following functions: The relevant text message will appear in the instrument panel display.
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Assistant systems ● Fitting certain accessories to the front of Status display NOTICE the vehicle, such as a plate holder with ad- When the cruise control system is switched on, ● In order to guarantee good system opera- vertising, may interfere with the operation of the instrument cluster display shows the saved tion, keep the cameras clean, free of snow or the Park Assist.
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Cruise control system Assistant systems Operating the cruise control + 10 km/h (5 mph) WARNING - 10 km/h (5 mph) If it is impossible to drive with sufficient brak- ing distance and at a constant speed, using The cruise control system only operates the the cruise control system may cause acci- acceleration, it does not brake the vehicle.
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Assistant systems Troubleshooting Speed range WARNING The speed limiter helps avoid exceeding a pro- After use, always switch off the speed limiter Cruise control fault grammed speed, from 30 km/h (20 mph) ap- to prevent the speed being regulated against prox. and faster. The control lamp switches on yellow.
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ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control Assistant systems It does not take effect yet. ACC - Adaptive Cruise Switch to another driver assistance system ● Press the button. Control Start regulation ● Observe the corresponding message on the ● While driving, press the button instrument cluster display.
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CUPRA roads that are steep, with lots of curves or then resumed. recommends visiting a specialised CUPRA slippery. dealer or any SEAT dealership. ● Never use ACC when driving off-road or on Driver intervention prompt unpaved roads.
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ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control Assistant systems Start regulation Setting your distance level Activating the ACC system also automatically The distance can be set to one of five levels, activates the ESC and traction control (TCS). from very short to very long: ●...
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Assistant systems Exceeding the speed regulated by the ACC Avoid undertaking on the right NOTICE While driving with the ACC switched on, the If a vehicle is detected in the left lane that is If you increase speed using the accelerator driver can increase speed by pressing the ac- travelling at a speed slower than that set by pedal, the ACC may not be able to safely...
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ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control Assistant systems The ACC remains active and the message ACC ● Always check the road before moving off, ready to start is displayed on the instru- and apply the vehicle brakes yourself if nec- ment cluster for a few seconds. You can extend essary.
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ESC is operating. ››› ACC not available such as motorcycles Fig. 132 ● The driver is not wearing his/her seat belt. ● Vehicles that move into your lane, a short ● ››› The RPM is too high or too low. distance from your vehicle Fig. 133...
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Predictive speed adjustment Assistant systems Predictive speed adjust- Limitations of the predictive speed ● Always be prepared to adjust the speed yourself. If the traffic sign recognition system adjustment ment is not working properly or the navigation data is not updated, the speed may change unex- In addition to the limitations of the road sign ››› ...
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Assistant systems Activating the predictive speed ad- ment due to the road layout, the vehicle will Note accelerate again after leaving the reason for justment ● When a speed limitation is recognised, the the adjustment behind and the speed will be predictive speed adjustment also adapts the adjustment to that which has been saved.
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emergency brake assistance system (Front Assist) Assistant systems emergency brake assis- The system can be cancelled if the accelerator Warning levels and brake assist pedal is pressed or the steering wheel is turned tance system (Front As- firmly. Depending on the equipment and the coun- sist) try, the Front Assist also includes the following functions:...
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Assistant systems Pedestrian and cyclist recognition technology Advance warning Driver emergency braking assistance system cannot exceed the physically prescribed limits If the system detects a possible collision with If the driver, after the critical warning, starts and works exclusively within the system’s limits. the vehicle in front, it alerts the driver by braking but the system detects that the brake The responsibility for braking always depends...
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emergency brake assistance system (Front Assist) Assistant systems System limitations Limitations Unrecognised objects ● This system does not react to objects that Vehicles travelling outside the reach of the cross transversely or to animals. The basic limi- sensors at close range from your own vehicle. tations of Front Assist should also be taken into ●...
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Assistant systems ● If several brake lights of the vehicle or electri- for a short period of time while the system The system will store the setting for the next cally connected trailer are damaged. starts. During this phase, the instrument clus- time the ignition is switched on.
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Lane Assist system Assistant systems ● ● When the vehicle is going to be loaded onto The driving speed allowed is below approx. Activate or deactivate the dodge and turn transportation. 55 km/h (30 mph). assistant ● ● If the windscreen is damaged in an area that The system has not detected any lane lines.
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Assistant systems Driving with the Lane Assist System Switching the lane assist system on or off ● The Lane Assist system does not detect all road markings. The road surfaces, road In some countries, the Lane Assist System is structures or objects in poor condition can always activated when the ignition is switched be incorrectly detected as road markings un- on.
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Driving Assist (Travel Assist) Assistant systems ● Regardless of the steering manoeuvres, The field of vision of the camera is dirty. Driving Assist (Travel As- ››› through an indication on the instrument panel Clean the windscreen page 355. sist) display and acoustic warnings, the driver is also ●...
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Assistant systems ● Yellow: adaptive lane guidance function Driving with Travel Assist WARNING active. Travel Assist automatically controls the accel- The Travel Assist smart technology cannot ● Grey: passive adaptive lane guidance erator pedal, the brakes and the steering. overcome the limits imposed by the laws of function.
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Driving Assist (Travel Assist) Assistant systems Operating Travel Assist Travel Assist switches to the active system ● Brake immediately when instructed to do status, depending on the driving situation. so on the instrument cluster display, or if Travel Assist does not reduce speed suffi- The indicator lamp for the driving situation ciently.
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Assistant systems Activating the convenience turn signal on a Arrows in the vehicle's own lane show that Changing lanes motorway, provided that the prerequisites are a lane change is available. If the system detects no objects in the detec- met and no vehicles have been detected in the Yellow wake on the overtaking lane.
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CUPRA recommends visiting a spe- Troubleshooting sounds or the steering wheel vibrates. cialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership. ● You have let go of the steering wheel for Travel Assist is not available or does not...
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Connecting and disconnecting tions. Depending on the equipment, the driver’s seat ● The Emergency Assist cannot always avoid Emergency Assist can be switched on and off belt is tightened at the same time.
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Lane departure warning (Side Assist) Assistant systems Lane departure warning gaged, side assist will return to the initial state WARNING prior to the moment the trailer was electrically (Side Assist) If the Emergency Assist Intervenes inoppor- connected. tunely, serious accidents and injuries may If the tow-bar is not factory fitted, side assist occur.
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Assistant systems Driving with Side Assist Additionally it can be switched on and off by ● Keep your hands on the wheel at all times accessing the Assistants menu on the instru- to be ready to intervene in the steering at any ment cluster.
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Lane departure warning (Side Assist) Assistant systems ● The lamp flashes in the corresponding rear- Flashes view mirror even though the turn signal has not A vehicle has been detected in the adjacent been activated. lane and the turn signal has been engaged in ●...
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Assistant systems The faster the vehicle approaches, the sooner an indication will be displayed in the control lamp, because the lane departure warning takes into account the speed differential with other vehicles. Thus even though the distance from the other vehicle is identical, the indica- tion will appear sooner in some cases and later in others.
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Parking and manoeuvring Park the vehicle Parking and manoeu- WARNING NOTICE vring If the vehicle is parked incorrectly, it could The presence of irregularities on the ground, roll away, even on gentle slopes. This can sand or mud can cause damage to the vehicle cause accidents and serious injuries.
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Parking and manoeuvring Electronic parking brake The electronic parking brake is not disconnec- Switching off ted until the button is released. This can fa- ● Switch the ignition on. cilitate starting off when a heavy load is towed Using the electronic parking brake ››› ...
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Parking and manoeuvring Electronic parking brake ● Pull and hold the button. The vehicle will Auto-Hold function NOTICE brake sharply. At the same time, an acoustic To prevent the vehicle from unintentionally warning can be heard. moving when parking it, first apply the elec- ●...
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Parking and manoeuvring 5. Automatic gearbox: If any of the tyres have General information on Connecting and disconnecting only minimal contact with the ground, e.g. ››› Press the Auto Hold button . The control parking systems For example, if the axles are crossed. lamp on the button goes out when the Auto Hold function is switched off.
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General information on parking systems Parking and manoeuvring ● Some noise sources, such as a jackhammer What happens in the event of automatic ● Pay attention and do not rely solely on park or a cobblestone surface can interfere with the braking? assist systems.
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Parking and manoeuvring ● Check if one of the causes indicated above When moving close to an obstacle, it is possi- We recommend taking the vehicle to a special- has occurred. ble to know if the obstacle is in front of the ised workshop to have the fault repaired.
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Parking and manoeuvring Parking aid Plus ● If the system warns you of the proximity of WARNING Note a low obstacle, please note that after being ● Always pay attention, by looking directly, ● The display on the Infotainment system detected by the system, the obstacle in ques- to traffic and the area around the vehicle.
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Parking and manoeuvring ● The volume and tone of the signals and Automatic activation of park assist can be Temporary sound suppression indications can be changed. switched on and off in the infotainment sys- ● Press the function button on the infotain- tem: ●...
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Parking and manoeuvring Rear parking aid Visual indication segments When the penultimate segment is displayed, If the separation is maintained, the warning the vehicle has reached the collision zone. In volume is reduced after about 2.5 seconds. the collision zone, the obstacles are represen- ted in red (including those out of the path).
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Parking and manoeuvring ● finish reverse parking into a space in which Towing device ● Ultrasound sensor signals may be affected you have attempted to park manually by parti- by external sound sources. In certain circum- In vehicles equipped with a towing bracket de- ally entering with the rear of the vehicle.
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To do so, CUPRA recommends going to a ››› following cases: page 171. specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT deal- ● ership. Speed when passing next to the parking space: do not exceed approx. 50 km/h...
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Parking and manoeuvring ● Press button in the infotainment system, The brakes are only automatically activated After changing a wheel > Assistants > Parking > Park assist system. once for each attempt to enter or exit a If, after changing a wheel, the vehicle stops parking space.
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Parking aid system (Park Assist) Parking and manoeuvring with the manoeuvre (the side sensor must be Selecting a parking type after passing in able to detect the reference vehicle). If it is front of the space impossible to successfully complete the ma- After activating the Park Assist system and after noeuvre that has been started, the system it- detecting a parking space, the display on the...
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Parking and manoeuvring Parking with the parking assist system Fig. 151 On the instrument cluster display: parallel parking. : Finding a parking space Parking position. : Manoeuvring. Fig. 152 On the instrument cluster display: angle parking. : Finding a parking space Parking position. : Manoeuvring.
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Parking aid system (Park Assist) Parking and manoeuvring While keeping watch around you, carefully Leaving a parking space with the Progress bars start accelerating up to no more than 7 km/h ››› parking assist system (only for par- The progress bar Fig. 151 (4 mph).
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Parking and manoeuvring ● ● Turn on the corresponding turn signal to- The vehicle can exit the space when a cor- Requirements wards the road you will enter when exiting the responding message is displayed on the instru- To park with reverse assist, the following re- parking space.
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Reverse Assist (Rear View Camera) Parking and manoeuvring Exit the current display ● Due to the screen resolution or light con- Note ditions, some items may be blurry or not dis- ● It is important to take great care and pay ››› ...
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Parking and manoeuvring ››› Yellow line: pre-calculated direction of the Go to the selected parking space ● The camera is dirty page 356. In addi- trailer hitch depending on how the steering tion to dirt and snow, camera visibility can be Centre the vehicle inside the parking wheel is turned.
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Rear cross traffic alert (RCTA) Parking and manoeuvring ● Once the source of the problem has been When the system detects a relevant vehicle on Trailer mode eliminated, the system may be reconnected. the road that is approaching the rear of the The rear cross traffic alert will be automatically ››› ...
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Parking and manoeuvring When you want to access the vehicle for the ● Be sure to always be aware of the vehicle's first time, with the doors closed and locked, surroundings, since the system often fails to the function will be available 3 minutes after detect things such as bicycles or pedestrians.
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Door opening warning (Exit Assist) Parking and manoeuvring WARNING ● Always pay close attention to the traffic and the surroundings of the vehicle. The door opening warning (Exit Assist) cannot replace the necessary attention to be paid by the vehicle’s occupants. The responsibility for opening the doors and exiting the vehicle always lies with the occupants of the same.
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Introduction ● Before moving a seat, make sure there are no lighters in the moving part area of the ve- Use the storage compartments only for small hicle. or light items.
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Opening: Press the tab on the drawer handle low. Drinks holder in the rear central armrest and take the drawer out. ››› Closing: Push the drawer under the seat until it Use: Lower the central armrest Fig. 159. NOTICE engages. When the drink holder is no longer in use, lift Do not leave open cans in the drink holders the armrest again.
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To prevent voltage fluctuations from caus- ● Other storage compartments are found in Power sockets ing damage, unplug any connected electrical the rear seat, to the left and the right of the devices before switching the ignition on and seats. off. Introduction ●...
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Practical equipment Power sockets Make sure that the maximum power of the 230 volt power socket Note sockets is not exceeded. The power consump- ● The use of electrical appliances with the tion of the devices is shown on the type plate engine switched off will cause the 12-volt of the devices.
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Practical equipment Flashing red light: NOTICE ● There is an anomaly, e.g. disconnection due 230 volt power socket: to a current surge or overheating. ● Do not leave devices or connectors that are too heavy (e.g. a transformer) hanging Disconnection due to overheating directly from the power socket.
, it must first be ac- the corresponding service description. tivated online by concluding a CONNECT con- After activating the service management in the tract with SEAT, S.A. and is subject to a coun- infotainment system, you can check whether try-specific time limitation. WARNING services are available to the vehicle and what ››› ...
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Data transmissions ● ● Online route calculation Full Link. CUPRA CONNECT services ● ● Information on risks Data package. Pay per use data rates for the The following services are included: use of online functions, for example, 2 GB per ●...
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In the infotainment system, register in CU- SEAT dealership. CUPRA CONNECT application PRA CONNECT. You can find more information about SEAT More information at myCUPRA.com/faqs Or: open the menu Users > Settings Ident on the CUPRA CONNECT website at my- >...
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Data transmissions drivers in advance that the vehicle transfers Deactivating CUPRA CONNECT Personal information and receives data online, and that you can ac- services CUPRA protects your personal data and only cess such data. uses them, as long as the law allows it or you The following functions are available to ac- Not taking into account this obligation to in- have given your consent on the occasion of a...
Data transmissions Privacy mode ● ● Change of the mobile telephony standard for Check which CUPRA CONNECT services are Note mobile data transmission by the telecommuni- currently available in the vehicle. cations service provider, e.g. from LTE or UMTS Please note that all vehicle users can config- ●...
Cubic website: ually change the network key. The network key The following symbols indicate the respective https://seat.cubictelecom.com/es/ must have a minimum of 8 characters and a data transmission status in the infotainment ● Exchanging data packages and purchasing maximum of 63.
Data transmissions Full Link Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Full Link Establishing the connection with the wire- less network (WLAN) ✓ This depends on the equipment and the country Introduction ● Activate and share a wireless hotspot with in question. Internet on the external device. Refer to the Wi-Fi Protected Setup allows an encoded lo- With Full Link it is possible to view and use manufacturer’s instruction manual.
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Data transmissions ● Press Home > Full Link moving the devices in both the telephone set- Note tings and the infotainment system, and restart- ● Wireless Full Link may not be compatible ing the connection process. Configure Wireless Full Link with all technologies.
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Data transmissions Full Link ● The applications offered by CUPRA can be Apple CarPlay™ Wireless: Bluetooth® and Wi- The phone functions are only available modified, cancelled, deactivated, reactivated Fi must also be activated on the iPhone™. through Apple CarPlay™. The functions descri- and extended without prior notification.
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Press HOME > Full Link to access the Full With the multifunction steering wheel you PRA and Apple CarPlay ™ websites, at spe- cialised CUPRA dealerships or at any SEAT Link main menu. can accept or reject incoming calls, as well as dealership.
Media main menu. at specialised CUPRA dealerships or at any ● On the instrument panel screen you can view SEAT dealership. Establish connection data from the Telephone mode. When you first connect a mobile phone de- ●...
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Data transmissions Fig. 164 Rear centre console: USB connectors with power socket function. The USB port can be found in the storage compartment area of the front centre console ››› Fig. 163. Depending on the equipment and the country, the vehicle may also have USB connections exclusively for charging or as a power socket.
CUPRA recommends going to a specialised Some function areas may include outside in- CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership. ● Pair a mobile phone to use phone manage- formation from third-party providers. CUPRA ment through the Infotainment system.
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Infotainment system WARNING WARNING WARNING Any distraction affecting the driver in any The following circumstances may result in an Read and observe the operating instructions way can lead to an accident and cause inju- emergency call, phone call or data transmis- provided by the manufacturer in question ries.
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Infotainment system First steps ● Immediately turn off the mobile phone if WARNING WARNING you suspect it is causing interferences in an If the light conditions are not good and the The driving recommendations and traffic in- active medical device or any other medical screen is damaged or dirty, the indications dications shown on the navigation system device.
Infotainment system Overview and controls Connect System Fig. 165 Overview: control unit Touch screen. The infotainment functions Touch zones (to raise and lower the air can be used through the screen. conditioning temperature). HOME button. Touch zones (to raise and lower the vol- ume).
To do so, CUPRA recommends going to a ment system it is important that it is switched specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealer- Main menus on the home screen on and that, if necessary, the time and date of ship.
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Infotainment system ››› Depending on the equipment, the infotain- Increasing and reducing images or map sizes Radio page 254, Media ››› ment system has different controls: page 258 Tip: use your thumb and index finger. ● Touch screen. ››› ● Telephone page 268 Press on the map with both fingers at the ●...
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General instructions for use Infotainment system Configuring customised menus Note The setting is selected and activa- ted or connected. In all views (except Main Menu, StandBy, Park- ● At least two customised menus are always ing, Speller and Full Link), you will find short- The setting is not selected, disa- available.
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Infotainment system In the system settings there may be the follow- Clean the screen Other product names are registered trade- ing functions, information and setting options: marks of the respective rights holders. Remove persistent dirt carefully and without ● Screen. using aggressive cleaning products.
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General instructions for use Infotainment system Copyright Vehicle and comfort functions Optional sound system ● As a general rule, audio and video files stored Assistants system settings. The infotainment system can be extended with on data media and audio sources are subject an optional sound system as follows: ●...
Infotainment system ● Audio profile (A2DP): This profile allows au- Wi-Fi Languages available depending on the mar- dio to be transmitted with stereo quality. It may ● Wi-Fi conforming to IEEE 802.11 b/g/n. require connecting other profiles for managing ● Online and offline: German, American Eng- ●...
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Infotainment system Voice control ● The online voice search will be faster and Start and stop voice control Commands more reliable if the privacy setting “Use loca- To help the voice control recognise commands Depending on the equipment, you can start tion”...
Infotainment system Radio mode Introduction Fig. 166 Schematic diagram: Radio view. ● In Radio mode you can tune in the available You have a corresponding data plan pur- Access the settings radio stations in different frequency bands and chased from the webshop of CUPRA's official ●...
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Infotainment system Radio mode ● Foil or metal-coated stickers attached to Symbols on the FM/DAB frequency band the windows may affect reception on vehi- Selecting, tuning and saving a sta- To display the frequency band for manual cles with a window aerial. selection of the FM frequency.
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Infotainment system The station of the set frequency is tuned. Special functions in Radio mode Search in SCAN mode (AM and FM/DAB) In SCAN mode the stations are automatically Traffic information (TP) Select from the station list (AM and FM/DAB) tuned in a sequential manner and each of The TP function monitors the announcements them is played for approx.
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Infotainment system Radio mode Presentations (SlideShow) in DAB Station logos The slideshow function (SLS) is a feature of In the case of some frequency bands, station digital radio (DAB) stations, allowing a slide- logos may already be pre-installed in the info- show of images, e.g.
Infotainment system Media Mode Introduction Fig. 167 Schematic diagram: Media view ● In Media mode you can play multimedia files Audio files. Access the settings from data media and streaming services ● Video files (depends on the system). ● Press HOME > >...
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Infotainment system Media Mode Playlists only specify a playback order and refer Universal symbols in Media mode Playing audio and video files to the storage location of the multimedia files Start playback. You can search and play multimedia files from within the folder structure.
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Infotainment system If a playlist is played, all available titles in the The selectable options in the selection list de- Video mode playlist are added to the playback. pend on the data attached to the multimedia When in video mode, a video can be played on file.
Infotainment system Navigation Navigation Introduction Fig. 168 Schematic diagram: Navigation view. A global satellite system determines the cur- During dynamic route guidance, you will re- Navigation announcements rent position of the vehicle and the sensors ceive information about reported traffic con- Navigation announcements are acoustic indi- mounted on the vehicle analyse the routes gestion on the route.
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Infotainment system ● ● In areas that are not digitised or are only parti- Press on the map with both fingers at the Press on the map with both fingers at the ally digitised on the infotainment memory, the same time. same time and keep them pressed.
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Infotainment system Navigation Navigation functions and symbols Final destination. Other symbols Home address. Entering the detailed destination for an Navigation address. Work address. Navigation functions depend on the equip- Search for destinations. Favourite destinations. ment and country. Frequent destinations. Additional window with more options. Functions Last destinations.
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Western Europe, can be downloaded ››› The Infotainment system is equipped with a from www.seat.com and stored on USB data page 266. built-in navigation data memory. Depending devices. Click on a traffic event to open an additional on the country, the necessary navigation data ››› ...
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Infotainment system Navigation Start route guidance Quick start: for a quick start, press and hold Start route guidance by selecting from the the desired destination for a few seconds. Depending on the country and equipment, dif- The navigation map includes active areas at ferent functions are available to enter destina- Recent destinations many points that are suitable for entering the...
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Infotainment system ● Start navigation: Traffic information Yellow: Slow traffic. ● Red: Traffic jam. 1. Move the view on the map until the desired The infotainment system receives detailed position can be selected. The navigation Note traffic information automatically if the Inter- map can be used by means of additional ››› ...
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Infotainment system Navigation ● Hold the desired destination pressed until it The route guidance follows the selected route Functions in the additional window: is visibly highlighted. until the vehicle deviates from it. In that case, Add stop- Add a stopover to the route the route is recalculated and takes you back ●...
Infotainment system Telephone interface Introduction Fig. 169 Schematic diagram: Phone view. You can use the telephone interface to con- Telephone interface equipment Note nect your mobile to the infotainment system and symbols ● As a general rule, pairing a device (for ex- and operate phone functions through it.
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Infotainment system Telephone interface ● ● Connection to wireless charging option. Obtain information on the CUPRA brand The vicinity of chemical pipelines and tanks. and selected additional services related to ● ● Connection to the microphone mounted on The lower decks of boats and ferries. traffic and your travel.
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Infotainment system ● Depending on the mobile device, it will be switch between active and passive connec- User profiles necessary to have the Bluetooth® menu open tions. To use the telephone interface with the For each of the paired mobile phone devices or activate the Visibility option so that the de- desired mobile phone device, establish the ac- an individual user profile is automatically cre-...
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Infotainment system Telephone interface ● Basic telephone interface. Make a call Dial number ● Comfort telephone interface. Select a phone number to start a call. Different Manually enter a phone number to start a call. functions are available for selecting a phone While entering the phone number, contacts Basic telephone interface number:...
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Infotainment system Phone book, favourites and speed The Connectivity Box includes different func- Edit the speed dial button tions that will help to use your mobile device. dial buttons ● To edit or delete a favourite contact press These are: on the icon in the Favourites menu screen.
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Infotainment system Telephone interface For safety reasons, it is recommended that ● No improvement in reception can be guar- that there is a foreign object in the storage you pair the system and the mobile using Blue- anteed if there is more than one mobile compartment.
Accelerate with particular care and cau- loose in open storage compartment of the ● Also place small objects safely. tion. vehicle, on the cover behind the rear seat or ● In vehicles with dynamic headlight range ● Avoid sudden braking and manoeuvres.
Luggage compartment Storing objects NOTICE WARNING Electrical wires or, depending on the fea- Animals, loose or unsecured or objects car- tures, the antenna embedded into the rear ried on the rear shelf can cause serious injury windows could be damaged, even irrepara- in case of sudden manoeuvring or braking or bly, if they are in contact with objects.
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Storing objects ››› ● Remove the left and right covers Fig. 173. ● Place the rear shelf in the corresponding ››› housing Fig. 174. ● Put the left and right covers in their original position. Retractable shelf Valid for: Leon Sportstourer Fig. 176 In the luggage compartment: Fig. 173 ...
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Luggage compartment Storing objects ››› ● The tray can be stored under the variable ● Remove the left and right covers Fig. 177 floor of the luggage compartment, which must ››› be in its upper position page 277. ● Press the head of the retractable shelf in the direction of the arrow until it engages in its ››› ...
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Move the floor forward over the supports as ● Only objects that do not weigh than ap- far as the rear seat backrest and then lower the proximately 7.5 kg may be carried between floor with the handle the rear seat and the raised luggage com- partment floor.
The attachments on the backs of the rear seats must never be used to fit the net par- Retracting the net partition tition when the rear seat backs are in their Fig. 181 In the boot: securing the partition vertical position.
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››› the other side Fig. 184 by pulling the rod. Net partition with the rear seat The net partition is properly assembled when the T-shaped ends are firmly secured in the backs folded down. ››› corresponding housings Fig. 184 Fig. 184 ...
● Never exceed the maximum tensile load of WARNING the fastening rings when securing objects. The rear seat backrests should only be lifted ● Make sure that, particularly for flat objects, again once the net partition has been disas- Fig. 185 ...
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Storing objects Net bag The net bag can be hooked up to the luggage WARNING compartment in different ways. To secure the elastic net bag on the fastening Valid for: Leon Sportstourer rings of the boot it must be stretched out. Hooking the net bag into the luggage com- Once hooked up it is taut.
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Do not leave any objects in the central air- ››› page 54 bag deployment zone Fig. 191 In the boot: opening the tailboard. On the rear seat, behind the central armrest, there is a tailboard for transporting long items in the interior, such as skis.
Storing objects Note WARNING For the sake of the environment ● Always secure the load properly using belts When cross bars and a roof carrier system are The tailboard can also be opened from the or retaining straps that are suitable and in a installed, the increased air resistance means luggage compartment.
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Do not modify or repair the crossbars or boats on the roof. The appropriate accessories roof carrier system. Distributing a load can be purchased at specialised CUPRA deal- ers or any SEAT dealership. Distribute loads uniformly and secure them ››› Note correctly Always secure the crossbars and the roof car- rier system properly.
Storing objects an effect on the useful life, fuel consumption Vehicles with driving profile selection WARNING and vehicle performance and in some cases If you are going to be towing a trailer, the use ● Never exceed the maximum authorised can reduce the service intervals.
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Storing objects Trailer mode WARNING WARNING WARNING Undue use of the towing bracket may cause Driving with a trailer and transporting heavy If the towing bracket has been retrofitted by injury and accidents. or large objects can affect driving properties a non-CUPRA workshop, the Start-Stop sys- and even cause an accident.
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The shop. To do so, CUPRA recommends going to a towing bracket should not impair the bumper's specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealer- function. Do not make modifications or repairs ship. to the exhaust system or the brake system.
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Storing objects Trailer mode Hitching and connecting a trailer Tow cable Meaning The tow rope must always be securely fixed to Earth for pin 9 the towing vehicle and loose enough so that the vehicle can handle turns smoothly. How- Power socket for trailer ever, make sure that the cable does not rub on the ground while driving.
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Storing objects When the vehicle is locked, the alarm is trig- ● If the vehicle battery is running low, the WARNING gered if the electrical connection with the electrical connection with the trailer will be Contact between the pins of the trailer power trailer is cut off.
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Storing objects Trailer mode Gross combination weight of the towing ve- Specific features of driving with a trailer WARNING hicle and trailer ● If your trailer has an overrun brake, brake If the maximum permissible axle weight, the gently at first and then rapidly. This will prevent The gross combination weight is the actual maximum load technically permissible on the the jerking that can be caused by the locking...
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Storing objects ● ● Manual gearbox: Depress the clutch pedal The maximum vertical load technically per- ● Take great care when overtaking. Reduce fully and engage 1st gear. missible is not being exceeded on the coupling speed immediately if you notice that the device.
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Storing objects Trailer mode ››› There should be no person, animal or object in ● Pull the Fig. 195 button briefly. The tow ● When driving on surfaces with poor grip, ››› the path of the tow hook hook unlocks electrically. the trailer can even interfere with the stabil- ity system.
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Storing objects ››› Installing a rear carrier system or a The recommended maximum load capacity of ● Fig. 195 Never press the button when the rear carrier system installed on the trailer bicycle rack on the trailer hitch there is a trailer hooked to the vehicle or hitch may be different from the maximum ver- when a carrier system or other accessories tical load on the specific vehicle coupling.
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Storing objects Trailer mode Retrofitting a towing bracket Maximum load overhang of the rear carrier WARNING system The incorrect use of a rear carrier system in- stalled on the tow hook can cause accidents and injury. ● Make sure that the carrier system is suita- ble for your vehicle.
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To do so, CUPRA recommends go- WARNING ing to a specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership. If the towing bracket is badly fitted or unsuit- able, the trailer may separate from the vehi- If a towing bracket is retrofitted, the distance cle while driving.
Fuel and exhaust gas cleaning Refuelling Fuel and exhaust gas – Never fill fuel into the spare fuel canister For the sake of the environment if it is inside or on top of the vehicle. This cleaning Do not overfill the fuel tank, it may cause the could cause an explosion.
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Fuel and exhaust gas cleaning ● Refuelling Start refuelling. The tank is full as soon as Purging the fuel tank the pump’s automatic nozzle cuts off the fuel ✓ Valid for: hybrid vehicles. supply. Do not try to put in more fuel after the nozzle cuts out, as this will fill the expansion chamber in the fuel tank.
(87 AKI) (with a slight power loss) ● Only use fuel additives that have been ap- may be used. proved by SEAT. The products that contain substances to increase the octane rating or Depending upon country. Follow the regulations of the country you are driving in.
Fuel and exhaust gas cleaning ● Engine management and When changing or adding engine oil, do not decrease knocking may contain metal addi- ››› exceed the necessary amount page 326, tives that damage the engine and catalytic emissions control system Checking and topping up the engine oil converter.
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Engine management and emissions control system Fuel and exhaust gas cleaning Particulate filter Regeneration of the particulate filter (only NOTICE for 2.0l and 2.5l TSI engines) ● When the exhaust system detects that the The particulate filter eliminates most of the Requirements for the regeneration journey: particulate filter is close to saturation, the soot from the exhaust gas system.
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Fuel and exhaust gas cleaning Reduce speed and drive carefully to the near- est specialised workshop to have the engine checked. Particulate filter clogged The indicator lamp lights up yellow ››› page 301.. Petrol engine management fault The indicator lamp lights up yellow. Have the engine checked as soon as possible by a specialised workshop.
Changing the windscreen wiper blades Miscellaneous situations Miscellaneous situa- Hook for extracting the central wheel trims Changing the windscreen Clip for removing the wheel bolt caps wiper blades tions Some of the items listed are only provided in Wiper service position certain model versions, or are optional extras.
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Miscellaneous situations ● Check the condition of the wiper blades reg- Fit a new wiper blade of the same length Note ularly. If the wipers scrape across the glass, and design on to the wiper arm and hook it ● The wiper arms can be moved into the re- they should be changed if they are damaged, into place.
Miscellaneous situations Jump start Jump leads complying with the DIN 72553 Jump start: description NOTICE standard are needed for starting (see cable ● Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers could manufacturer's instructions). The wire cross scratch the glass. section must be at least 25 mm for petrol en- ●...
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Miscellaneous situations Connect one end of the red jump lead to Turn on the heater blower and heated rear ● Do not connect the negative cable from the positive terminal of the vehicle with window in the vehicle with the flat battery. the other vehicle directly to the negative ter- the flat battery This helps minimise voltage peaks which...
Miscellaneous situations Towing the vehicle ● Towing the vehicle The maximum permitted speed is 50 km/h WARNING (30 mph). During the towing of a vehicle, the driving ● The maximum permitted distance is 50 km Introduction behaviour and braking capacity change con- (30 miles).
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Miscellaneous situations Instructions for tow-starting and If the vehicle cannot be towed on its wheels for NOTICE any of the reasons mentioned above, request towing If the vehicle is pushed by hand, the tail light assistance from specialised personnel and, if units, the side spoilers of the rear window necessary, have the vehicle transported with- During towing, the change of direction can be...
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Miscellaneous situations Towing the vehicle Vehicles with a manual gearbox: NOTICE NOTICE ● When starting to drive, use the clutch very When tow-starting, unburnt fuel could enter The vehicle can only be towed if the state of gently. the catalytic converter and damage it. charge of the 12-volt battery is sufficient to disengage the electronic parking brake and Towed vehicle (behind)
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Miscellaneous situations ● After towing, unscrew the towing eye clock- Rear towline anchorage wise with a suitable object. ● Replace the cover and push it in until it clicks into place. ● Clean the towing eye if necessary and then store it in the luggage compartment along with the other vehicle tools.
Miscellaneous situations Fuses Bear in mind the instructions for towing NOTICE ››› page 308. ● The towing eye must always be completely and firmly tightened. Otherwise, it could be Assemble the rear towing eye (cars without a released while towing and tow-starting. factory-equipped towing bracket) ●...
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Miscellaneous situations Identifying fuses below the dashboard by WARNING Note colours The high voltages in the electrical system can In the vehicle, there are more fuses than give serious electrical shocks, causing burns those indicated in this chapter. These should Current intensity in Colour and even death!
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Miscellaneous situations Fuses Fuses in the engine compartment Replace a blown fuse To replace a fuse ● Remove the fuse. ● Replace the blown fuse by one with an iden- tical amperage rating (same colour and mark- ings) and identical size. ●...
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Miscellaneous situations Consumers/Amps Consumers/Amps Consumers/Amps Steering column Charge unit, traction motor Rear camera converter Radio display RGS+EBSS front seat belts Left headlight Driving mode Right door Right headlight RGS+EBSS front seat belts Brake servo 12V socket PHEV. Switching off the high...
Miscellaneous situations Changing bulbs Note ● In the vehicle, there are more fuses than those indicated in this chapter. These should only be changed by a specialised workshop. ● Positions not containing a fuse do not ap- pear in the following tables. ●...
● Always keep children away from the engine To do so, CUPRA recommends going to a spe- compartment and never leave them unsu- cialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership. WARNING pervised. Before performing any work in the engine The engine compartment of any vehicle is a ●...
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Checking and refilling levels Engine compartment ● – – When refilling operating fluids, ensure they Ensure that no part of your body, or any Always disconnect the 12 volt battery. do not spill onto the components of the en- jewellery or tie, loose clothing, loose long Ensure the vehicle is unlocked when dis- gine or onto the exhaust system.
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Checking and refilling levels Preparing the vehicle for work in WARNING the engine compartment For your own safety, do not ignore this im- portant check list, otherwise this could cause Before performing works in the engine com- accidents and serious injuries. partment, always perform the following opera- ››› ...
To do windscreen wiper arms, only open it when tilated area. so, CUPRA recommends going to a specialised the windscreen wipers are in place against CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership. the windscreen. NOTICE WARNING Fluids and consumables Use only appropriate operating fluids.
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To do so, CUPRA recommends going to a ● When the outside temperature is very low, specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealer- the coolant could freeze and the vehicle ship. could be immobilised. In this case, the heat-...
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Checking and refilling levels Cooling system ● Coolant tank Check and refill the coolant The motor coolant expansion tank can be recognised by the symbol on the cap ››› ✓ Valid for: hybrid vehicles. Fig. 217 Check the level When the vehicle is delivered (new vehicles), the coolant may be above the marked area.
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Checking and refilling levels ● Only top up with fresh coolant according to WARNING NOTICE ››› CUPRA specifications page 320. Steam and hot motor coolant can cause se- Only use distilled water! Other types of wa- ● Only top up with coolant if there is still some vere burns.
● You can buy VW 501 14 standard brake fluid at a specialised CUPRA service or at a SEAT Official Service. If none is available, use only Brake fluid level high-quality brake fluid that meets DIN ISO The control lamp lights up red.
Checking and refilling levels ››› Windscreen washer reser- ● Raise the bonnet page 316. NOTICE ● The windscreen washer reservoir is marked voir If the water from the windscreen washer with the symbol on the cap. does not contain enough anti-freeze, it may ●...
Checking and refilling levels Engine oil For vehicles without an engine oil label NOTICE Contact a specialised workshop or SEAT offi- ● Do not mix cleaning products recommen- cial service for information about the corre- ded by CUPRA with other products. This sponding standard.
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VW specifications and recommend keep- or by your SEAT technical service centre: ing it in the vehicle. This way, the correct en- gine oil will always be available for a top-up if ●...
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Checking and refilling levels Engine oil ● ● Wait for about two minutes. When the oil level reaches at least zone Note ››› Fig. 222 , carefully screw on the engine ● Locate the oil level dipstick. It can be recog- ››› ...
››› If necessary, add more oil page 326. Service, SEAT Official Service or a workshop be temporarily disabled to prevent the battery specialising in batteries: risk of burns or ex- ● If the warning lamp flashes although the from running flat.
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Checking and refilling levels 12-volt battery Check the electrolyte level WARNING NOTICE Working on the 12-volt battery and electrical Do not expose the 12-volt battery to direct system can cause severe burns, fire and elec- sunlight for a prolonged period of time. tric shock.
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Yellow or colourless: The battery's electrolyte nical equipment. CUPRA recommends visiting level is too low. Go to a specialised work- a specialised CUPRA dealer or any SEAT deal- shop to have the battery checked and re- ership. placed if necessary.
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Checking and refilling levels 12-volt battery ● Switch off all electrical consumers. WARNING NOTICE ● Before disconnecting the battery, unlock the ● Attaching the 12-volt battery incorrectly or Never connect or disconnect the 12-volt vehicle, otherwise the alarm will be triggered. using unsuitable batteries may result in short battery when the ignition is switched on or ●...
Checking and refilling levels ● The vehicle battery stops charging from the There is a fault in the connection between the Contact a specialised workshop. alternator. You should immediately drive to the on-board network and the 12-volt battery. ● Have the 12 volt battery checked and re- nearest specialised workshop.
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Checking and refilling levels Energy management If a vehicle with a conventional electrical sys- Depending on the power level of the battery, In these conditions a large amount of power tem is left parked for a long time, the battery switch off the individual electrical devices one is consumed, but only a small amount is sup- will gradually lose its charge because certain...
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If you notice, for instance, that the seat heating or the rear window heater is not working, they may have been tempora- rily switched off or regulated to a lower heat output.
CUPRA Service or SEAT Offi- back. one of the tyres is damaged. Reduce speed im- cial Service centre for advice regarding current ●...
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Wheels and tyres max. 150 km/h (93 mph) New wheels and tyres In vehicles with four-wheel drive, the 4 wheels must be fitted with tyres of the same brand, max. 160 km/h (99 mph) It is best to have all wheels and tyres serviced type and tread so that the traction system is max. 170 km/h (106 mph) by a specialised workshop.
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Important information about wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres Tyre life Lack of clearance can damage the tyres or For the sake of the environment the vehicle and, as a result, endanger road Old tyres must be disposed of according to safety.
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Under-inflated tyres will increase fuel con- should check wheel alignment at a specialised is going to be fully loaded, increase the tyre sumption. CUPRA Service or SEAT Official Service. pressure to the maximum load value shown on ››› the sticker label Fig. 226.
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Important information about wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres A special adapter is required to turn the anti- WARNING ››› theft wheel bolts page 343. The tyres must be replaced at the latest when the tread is worn down to the tread wear indi- WARNING cators.
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It is best to contact a specialised CUPRA Serv- 4 mm. ice or SEAT Official Service to check the max- The performance of winter tyres is also se- imum speed which is permissible for the V- Snow chains will improve braking ability as well...
Changing a wheel Wheels and tyres ››› ● Lay out the on-board tools page 303 Tyres Wheel rim Chains NOTICE the wheel to be changed. 215/55 R17 7.5Jx17 ET40 Max. link ● Remove the snow chains to drive on roads ● Follow the legal provisions of each country without snow.
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● Remove the subwoofer speaker and the tyre checked and replaced as soon as possible spare wheel. at a specialised CUPRA Service, SEAT Official ● When re-mounting the spare tyre, place the Service or at a specialised workshop. subwoofer on the base of the wheel rim with The spare wheel must not be switched for a care.
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If you need a new adapter, you can obtain it from the special- ised CUPRA service or the SEAT Official Serv- ice, indicating the code number.
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Wheels and tyres Loosening wheel nuts Important information about wheel bolts ● Never apply grease or oil to wheel bolts or to the wheel hub threads. Even if the bolts Factory-fitted rims and wheel bolts are spe- have been tightened to the prescribed tor- cially matched during construction.
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Changing a wheel Wheels and tyres WARNING NOTICE ● The factory-supplied jack is only designed The vehicle must not be raised on the for changing wheels on this model. On no crossbar. Place the jack only at the support account attempt to use it for lifting heavier points provided on the strut and align it.
Wheels and tyres ● ● Place the spare wheel or temporary spare Tyres with directional tread pattern Have the tightening torque of the wheel nuts wheel into position. checked as soon as possible with a torque ››› Tyres with directional tread pattern have been wrench page 345.
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Tyre pressure monitor system Wheels and tyres ment panel through a warning lamp and a Calibrate the tyre pressure monitoring indi- WARNING ››› warning to the driver Fig. 236. When only cator When the tyres are inflated at different pres- one specific tyre is affected, its position within After changing the tyre pressure or replacing sures or at a pressure that is too low then a the vehicle will be indicated.
Wheels and tyres ● ● ● Do not only rely on the tyre pressure moni- If the tyre is inflated correctly, switch the ig- In the event of cuts or perforations in the tyre toring system. Regularly check your tyres to nition off and on again.
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● Screw the tyre inflation hose Fig. 237 cluster, within the driver's visual field, to ant in specialised CUPRA dealers or any SEAT into the tyre sealant bottle. The bottle's seal remind that the maximum advisable speed dealership. will break automatically.
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Wheels and tyres ››› ● ● If it still does not come up to pressure, the Remove the filler cap Fig. 237 NOTICE tyre is too badly damaged. Stop and seek assis- screw the open end of the tube into the tyre Switch off the air compressor after a maxi- tance from authorised personnel.
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Wheels and tyres Tyre repair WARNING Driving with an unsealed tyre is dangerous and can cause accidents and serious injury. ● Do not continue driving if the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar (19 psi / 130 kPa) and lower. ● Seek specialist assistance.
In this case, your special- formed and if the service intervals are not service or the Flexible service will be applied ised CUPRA dealer or a SEAT dealership will observed, the vehicle may be immobilised in for an oil change service..
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Maintenance Service ing style. A major component of the flexible Conditions of use adverse include: Oil change service service the use of LongLife oil instead of con- ● The use of fuel with a high sulphur content. Type of ventional engine oil. PR No.
For the first two years after the purchase, your works needed to ensure the safety and the Spare Parts. SEAT cannot be held liable for the new CUPRA vehicle is automatically covered by smooth running of the vehicle (depending on safety and suitability of parts from other manu- Service Mobility at no additional cost.
Vehicle upkeep and cleaning Maintenance your specialised CUPRA dealer, any SEAT deal- tyres, rubber hoses, damping material, sensors For the sake of the environment ership or visit the CUPRA website in your coun- or camera lenses. Keep a distance of at least ●...
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Maintenance Washing vehicles with a matte paint by hand WARNING For the sake of the environment To prevent damage to the vehicle when wash- Incorrect use of high-pressure cleaning The car should only be washed in special ing it, first remove the thicker dust and dirt. equipment can cause damage.
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Vehicle upkeep and cleaning Maintenance Headlights / Tail lights End exhausts Problem Solution Apply rust remover and Problem Solution Problem Solution then apply hard wax. Environmental rust Soft sponge with neu- Water, if a steel clean- Go you your specialised Dirt tank tral soap solution...
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Maintenance Carbon fibre parts Plastic parts Seat belts Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution Clean the same way Dirt Damp cloth Neutral soap solution as painted parts Dirt allowed to dry before Dirt Neutral soap solution ››› retracting page 355 Encrusted dirt...
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Vehicle upkeep and cleaning Maintenance Camera lenses Problem Solution Problem Solution ● Do not use hot or warm water to remove ice Special stain remove: Apply preservative Special dirt, e.g. or snow from the camera lenses. Risk of crack- dry with an absorbent cream regularly to pro- pens, nail polish, ing the lens!
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Note ● Do not turn on seat heating to dry the seats. ● Make sure that no liquid leaks between the ● instrument panel and the trim. Risk of damage! Sharp objects on clothing, such as zips, rivets ●...
CUPRA Service and repair work is driven, such as a cruise control system or or a SEAT Official Service using genuine CU- electronically-controlled suspension, must PRA parts®. be approved for use in your vehicle and bear...
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Maintenance Mobile radio transmitters WARNING Commercial mobile telephones or radio equip- Mobile telephones or radio equipment which ment might interfere with the electronics of is operated inside the vehicle without a prop- your vehicle and cause malfunctions. This may erly installed external aerial can create ex- be due to: cessive magnetic fields that could cause a health hazard.
Consult the details of this guarantee in the Data from the driving assist systems are also or hirer) gives their consent. There may be sales contract or contact a SEAT Official Serv- recorded. This includes data such as whether exceptions to this, depending on legal or con- ice.
Information for the user Due to legal requirements in safety-related Materials and recycling in- Ban on heavy metals, with the exceptions products, CUPRA may use the EDR data for dictated by law (Annex II of ELV Directive formation field research and in order to improve vehicle 2000/53/EC): cadmium, lead, mercury, hexa- system quality.
Radioelectrical equipment Information for the user Product recycling Radioelectrical equip- Ukraine Your vehicle has different radioelectrical devi- ment ces. The manufacturers of these devices de- clare that they comply with Ukraine Decree Simplified declaration of conform- 355/2017 (TR Radio Equipment) where legally required.
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Information for the user 31137 Hildesheim, Germany Roof antenna Basic infotainment system Phone: +498,031,184-0 ASK Industries S.p.A Panasonic Automotive Systems Czech Website: www.kathrein.com Via dell'Industria n.12/14/16 U Panasonicu 266 60037 Monte San Vito (AN), Italy 530 06, Pardubice, Czech Republic Molex CVS Hildesheim GmbH Phone: +3907174521 Daimlerring 31...
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Radioelectrical equipment Information for the user FPK (digital) Online Connectivity Unit Transmitter-Receiver (auxiliary heater) Continental Automotive GmbH LG ELECTRONICS INC. 868.7-869.2 MHz (869.0 MHz) 23.5 mW VDO-Strasse 1, 10, Magokjungang 10-ro, 64832 Babenhausen, Germany ✓ Valid for: Formentor Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea ...
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Instrument cluster full text of the declaration of conformity is available online at the following Internet ad- Doğuş Otomotiv Servis ve Ticaret A.Ş. 125 kHz 40 dBµA/m dress: Şekerpınar Mahallesi, Anadolu Caddesi, No: 22 ve 45 https://www.seat.mx/servicio/mi-seat/man- 41420 Çayırova/Kocaeli ual-del-propietario.html...
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Radioelectrical equipment Information for the user Ukraine мпортер : І ТОВ «Порше Україна» просп. Павла Тичини, 1В, офіс „В“, 4-й поверх 02152 Київ, Україна. Importer: Porsche Ukraine LLC Pavla Tychyny ave. 1V, Office “B”, 4th floor 02152 Kyiv, Ukraine.
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Indications about the technical data Technical data Weights The kerb weight values apply to the vehicle as ready to drive with a driver (75 kg), oper- ating fluids and, if applicable, tools and the spare wheel. The kerb weight increases with optional equipment and retrofitting of acces- sories, which reduces the possible payload ac- cordingly.
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Technical data Engine specifications 1.4 TSI Start-Stop PHEV 1.4 TSI Start-Stop PHEV Petrol engine Leon LEON Sportstourer Leon LEON Sportstourer TSI engine power in kW (hp) at 1/min 110 (150)/5,000-6,000 110 (150)/5,000-6,000 Electric motor power in kW (hp) at 1/min 85 (116)/2,600-6,500 85 (116)/2,600-6,500 TSI engine + electric motor power in kW (hp) at...
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Indications about the technical data Technical data 1.5 Start-Stop ACT® 1.5 Start-Stop ACT® MHEV Petrol engines Leon Leon Power output in kW (hp) at 1/min 110 (150)/5,000-6,000 110 (150)/5,000-6,000 Maximum torque (Nm at 1/min) 250/1,500-3,500 250/1,500-3,500 No. of cylinders/displacement (cm3) 4/1,498 4/1,498 Fuel...
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Indications about the technical data Technical data Leon Sportstourer ››› ››› Leon Leon PHEV LEON Sportstourer Fig. 238, Fig. 239 PHEV Front projection (mm) Rear projection (mm) 1,065 1,072 Wheelbase (mm) 2,689 2,682 2,689 2,682 Length (mm) 4,398 4,398 4,657 4,657 Front track (mm) 1,535 1,538...
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Index the engine does not turn off ....156 heating ....... . . the engine starts by itself .
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Index Towable loads tow cable ......288, 289 directional tread pattern ... . . 335, 346 loading the trailer .
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Index Vehicle care Wheel nuts ....... . 339 Winter conditions wiper blade service position .
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SEAT S.A. is permanently concerned about continuous development of its types and models. For this reason we ask you to understand, 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.