Tyre Monitoring Systems - Seat Leon Owner's Manual

Tyre monitoring systems

Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● SEAT information system ⇒ p age 73
● Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒ p age 198
● Wheels and tyres ⇒ p age 223
● Accessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications ⇒ p age 230
WARNING
Unsuitable handling of the wheels and tyres may lead to sudden tyre
pressure losses, to tread separation or even to a blow-out.
● Check tyre pressures regularly and ensure they are maintained at the
pressures indicated. Tyre pressure that is too low could cause overheat-
ing, resulting in tread detachment or even burst tyres.
● Tyre pressure should be that indicated on the label when the tyres are
cold at all times ⇒ p age 266.
● Regularly check the cold inflation pressure of the tyres. If necessary,
change the tyre pressure of the vehicle tyres while they are cold.
● Regularly check your tyres for damage and wear.
● Never exceed the maximum permitted speed or loads specified for the
type of tyre fitted on your vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
Under-inflated tyres lead to increased fuel consumption and tyre wear.
Safety First Operating instructions
Note
● Driving for the first time with new tyres at a high speed can cause them
to slightly expand, which could then produce an air pressure warning.
● Only replace used tyres with those authorised by SEAT for the corre-
sponding type vehicle.
● Do not only rely on the tyre monitoring system. Regularly check your
tyres to ensure that the tyre pressure is correct and that the tyres are not
damaged due to puncture, cuts, tears and impacts/dents. Remove objects
from the tyres only when they have not pierced the tyres.
Tyre monitor indicator warning lamp
lights up Possible cause
The pressure in one or more
tyres has clearly reduced in
comparison to the tyre pres-
sure set by the driver or the

tyre has structural damage.
Additionally, an audible
warning can be heard and a
text message can be seen on
the instrument panel display.
flashes Possible cause
System malfunction. The
control lamp flashes for

about one minute and then
lights up permanently.
Practical Tips
Driver assistance systems

Solution
 Stop the vehicle! Reduce
speed immediately! Stop the
vehicle safely as soon as
possible. Avoid sudden ma-
noeuvres and braking! Check
all tyres and pressures. Re-
place any damaged tyres.
Solution
If the tyre pressure is correct,
switch the ignition off and on
again. If the control lamp re-
mains lit up, the tyre monitor-
ing indicator can be calibra-
ted. Have the system re-
viewed by a specialised
workshop.
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Technical specifications
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