Driving Abroad - Seat Alhambra Owner's Manual

Caution
Never fully drain the fuel tank, in this case, the irregularity of the fuel supply
may cause ignition problems. This allows unburnt fuel to enter the exhaust
system, which could cause overheating and damage the catalytic converter.
For the sake of the environment
Even when the emission control system is working perfectly, there may be a
smell of sulphur from the exhaust under some conditions. This depends on
the sulphur content of the fuel used. Quite often the problem can be reme-
died by changing to another brand of fuel.
Diesel particulate filter*
The diesel particulate filter retains and burns the soot derived
from the combustion process.
The diesel particulate filter system is made up of the following elements:
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Additive deposit with integrated pump
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Additive
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Diesel particulate filter
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Lambda probe
The diesel particulate filter removes practically all the particulates of soot
from the exhaust gas. The filter retains these particulates and burns them.
By adding additive automatically, the ignition temperature of the soot is
lowered. The additive is in a separate deposit and, after settling, is pumped
to the interior of the fuel tank The additive is also burned in the filter with the
soot, and so is not released into the atmosphere.
Safety First Operating instructions
WARNING
The particulate filter attains very high temperatures. Fire hazard!
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Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with
dry grass or inflammable materials under the vehicle.
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Do not apply additional underseal or anti-corrosion coatings to the
exhaust pipes, catalytic converter or the heat shields on the exhaust
system, because the heat from the engine could ignite them.
WARNING
The additive is toxic.
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If any work is required on the additive deposit, go to a specialized work-
shop because of the danger of toxicity.
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The additive should be stored in the closed original container in a safe
place out of reach of children. There is a toxic risk.
Caution
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Vehicles with the diesel particulate filter should not use RME fuel
(biodiesel) as it may damage the fuel system.
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Using diesel fuel with a high sulphur count can reduce the working life of
the filter. Your SEAT dealership will be able to tell you which countries have
diesel with a high sulphur content.

Driving abroad

Notes
For driving abroad, the following must be taken into consideration:
Tips and Maintenance
Driving and the environment
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