Seat Arona 2017 v2 Owner’s Manual PDF

OWNERS MANUAL

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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 under- stand, 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.

All texts, illustrations and standards in this handbook are based on the status of information at the time of printing. Except for error or omission, the information included in the current handbook is valid as of the date of closing print.

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SEAT S.A. - Reprint: 15.07.17

About this manual

This manual contains a description of the equipment supplied with the vehicle at the time this manual was published. Some of the units described herein will not be available until a later date or are only available in cer- tain markets.

Because this is a general manual for the ARONA, some of the equipment and functions that are described in this manual are not in- cluded in all types or variants of the model; they may vary or be modied depending on the technical requirements and on the mar- ket; this is in no way deceptive advertising.

The illustrations are intended as a general guide and may vary from the equipment tted in your vehicle in some details.

The steering indications (left, right, forward, reverse) appearing in this manual refer to the normal driving movements of the vehicle ex- cept when otherwise indicated.

The audiovisual material only is intended to help users to understand certain car function- alities better. It does not replace the instruc- tion manual. Please use the instruction manu- al to obtain more comprehensive information and indications.

The equipment marked with an aster- isk* is tted as standard only in certain versions, and is only supplied as op- tional extras for some versions, or are only offered in certain countries.

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Texts preceded by this symbol contain rele- vant information concerning environmental protection.

Note

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This manual is divided into six large parts, which are:

1. The essentials

2. Safety

3. Emergencies

4. Operation

5. Tips

6. Technical data

At the end of this manual, there is a detailed alphabetical index that will help you quickly nd the information you require.

Foreword This Instruction Manual and its correspond- ing supplements should be read carefully to familiarise yourself with your vehicle.

Besides the regular care and maintenance of the vehicle, its correct handling will help pre- serve its value.

For safety reasons, always note the informa- tion concerning accessories, modifications and part replacements.

If selling the vehicle, give all of the on-board documentation to the new owner, as it should be kept with the vehicle.

You can access the information in this man- ual using:

Thematic table of contents that follows the manuals general chapter structure.

Visual table of contents that uses graphics to indicate the pages containing essential information, which is detailed in the corre- sponding chapters.

Alphabetical index with many terms and synonyms to help you find information.

WARNING

Read and always observe safety informa- tion concerning the passenger's front air- bag page 88, Important information regarding the front passenger's airbag.

Thank you for trusting in us.

We wish you safe and enjoya- ble motoring.

SEAT, S.A.

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The essentials: Opening and clos- ing

page 15 The essentials: Vehicle interior page 18 page 20 page 23

The essentials: Bonnet page 17 The essentials: Wheels page 60 page 61

The essentials: Air conditioning page 48 The essentials: Dash panel page 30 page 42 page 44

Convenience: Kessy keyless access and starting system, Full LED (+ Vision Pack): Full LED + Welcome light + LED day- time running lights + Lights sensor + LED interior lighting.

page 129 page 140 page 142 page 196

Technology: SEAT Navi System Plus 8 + Full Link / + Wireless charger in centre console + / Kessy keyless access and starting system.

page 123 page 129 Booklet Navigation system

Safety: Adaptive cruise control + City Safety Assist with pedestrian monitoring, fatigue detector, Hill driving assistant includes on-board computer and rear view camera.

page 182 page 209 page 227 page 242

Table of Contents

Table of Contents The essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Exterior view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Exterior view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Driver-side general instrument panel (left- hand drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Driver-side general instrument panel (right- hand drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Centre console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Passenger-side general instrument panel (left- hand drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Passenger-side general instrument panel (right-hand drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Interior view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 How it works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Starting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Lights and visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Easy Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Driver information system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Status display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Gearbox lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Fluid Level control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Action in the event of a puncture . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Emergency towing of the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 66

How to jump start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Changing the windscreen wiper blades . . . . . . 69

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Safe driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Safety first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Advice about driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Correct position for passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Pedal area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Why wear a seat belt? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 How to properly adjust your seatbelt . . . . . . . . 80 Belt pretensioners* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Brief introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Airbag safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Deactivating airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Transporting children safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Safety for children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Description and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Self-help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Emergency equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Tyre repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Changing the windscreen wiper blades . . . . . . 96 Towing or tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Fuses and bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Change the front bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Change the rear bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Changing the interior bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 General instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Instruments and warning/control lamps . . . . . 113 Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Warning and control lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Introduction to the Easy Connect system* . . . . 118 System settings (CAR)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Communications and multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Steering wheel controls* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Anti-theft alarm* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Boot hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Lights and visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Windscreen wiper and rear window wiper sys- tems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Rear view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Seats and head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Adjusting the seat and head restraints . . . . . . 146 Seat functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Transport and practical equipment . . . . . . . . . 150 Practical equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Roof carrier* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Heating, ventilation and cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Heating and fresh air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Manual air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Braking and parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Braking and stability systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

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Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Automatic gearbox/DSG automatic gear- box* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Gear-change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Run-in and economical driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Engine management and exhaust gas purifica- tion system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Driving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Driver assistance systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Start-Stop System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Speed limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Area monitoring system (Front Assist) includ- ing City emergency braking and pedestrian monitoring* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Adaptive Cruise Control ACC* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Blind spot detector (BSD) with parking assis- tance (RCTA)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 SEAT Drive Profile* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Fatigue detection (break recommendation)* . . 227 Park Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Rear Assist Rear View Camera* . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Towing bracket device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Towing bracket device* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250

Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Accessories and modifications to the vehi- cle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Care of the vehicle exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Caring for the vehicle interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Checking and refilling levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . 267

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Windscreen washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Vehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Spare wheel (temporary spare wheel)* . . . . . . 283 Winter service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Information on fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Trailer mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Engine data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293

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Driver-side general instrument panel (right-hand drive)

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Passenger-side general instrument panel (left-hand drive)

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Interior view

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How it works

Opening and closing

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Fig. 1 Opening and clos- ing

Doors

Fig. 2 Remote control key: buttons.

Fig. 3 Centre console: Central lock buttons.

Locking and unlocking the vehicle using the key

Locking: press the Fig. 2 button.

Unlocking: press the Fig. 2 button.

Unlocking the rear lid: press the Fig. 2 button until all the turn signals on the vehicle briefly light up.

Locking and unlocking with the central lock- ing switch

Locking: press the Fig. 3 button. The symbol lights up yellow to indicate that it is activated. None of the doors can be opened from the outside. The doors can be opened from the inside by pulling the inside door handle.

Unlocking: press the Fig. 3 button again. The symbol reverts to its initial colour.

in Description on page 126

page 126

Unlocking or locking of driver door

Fig. 4 Driver door lever: hidden lock cylinder.

If the central locking system should fail to op- erate, the driver door can still be locked and unlocked by turning the key in the lock.

As a general rule, when the driver door is locked manually all other doors are locked. When it is unlocked manually, only the driver door opens. Please observe the instructions relating to the anti-theft alarm system page 132.

Unfold the vehicle key blade page 124.

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Insert the key shaft into the lower opening in the cover on the driver door handle Fig. 4 (arrow) then remove the cover up- wards.

Insert the key blade into the lock cylinder to unlock or lock the vehicle.

Special Characteristics

The anti-theft alarm will remain active when vehicles are unlocked. However, the alarm will not be triggered page 132.

After the driver door is opened, you have 15 seconds to switch on the ignition. Once this time has elapsed, the alarm is triggered.

Switch the ignition on. The electronic im- mobilizer recognises a valid vehicle key and deactivates the anti-theft alarm system.

Note

The anti-theft alarm is not activated when the vehicle is locked manually using the key shaft page 132.

Emergency locking of doors without door cylinder

Fig. 5 Locking the door manually.

If the central locking system should fail to work at any time, doors with no lock cylinder will have to be locked separately.

A mechanical locking device (only visible when the door is open) is provided on the front passenger door.

Pull the cap out of the opening.

Insert the key in the inside slot and turn it to the right as far as it will go (if the door is on the right side) or to the left (if the door is on the left side).

Once the door has been closed it can no lon- ger be opened from the outside. Pull the inte- rior door handle once to unlock and open the door.

Rear lid

Fig. 6 Rear lid: handle

The rear lid opening system operates electri- cally*. It is activated by exerting slight pres- sure on the handle Fig. 6.

This system may or may not be operative, de- pending on the situation of the vehicle.

If the rear lid is locked then it cannot be opened, however if it is unlocked then the opening system is operative and the rear lid may be opened.

To lock/unlock, press the button or button Fig. 2 on the remote control key.

A warning appears on the instrument panel display if the rear lid is open or not properly closed.* An audible warning is also given if the boot lid is opened while the vehicle is moving faster than 6 km/h (4 mph)*.

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Opening the rear lid: exert slight pressure on the handle Fig. 6. The rear lid opens au- tomatically.

Closing the rear lid: hold it by one of the handles on the interior lining and close it by pushing gently.

in Opening and closing on page 135

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Unlocking the rear lid manually

Fig. 7 Unlocking the rear lid manually.

This allows the vehicle to be opened if the central locking does not work (for example, if the battery is flat).

There is a groove in the luggage compart- ment allowing access to the emergency opening mechanism.

Opening the rear lid from inside the luggage compartment

Insert the key in the groove and unlock the locking system, turning the key from right to left, as shown by the arrow Fig. 7.

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Fig. 8 Bonnet

Bonnet

Fig. 9 Release lever in the driver's footwell area.

Fig. 10 Lever under the bonnet.

Before opening the bonnet, make sure that the windscreen wiper arms are in place against the windscreen.

Open the door and pull the lever under the dashboard Fig. 9 1 .

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To lift the bonnet, press towards the left on the lever located under the bonnet, in the centre Fig. 10 2 . The arrester hooks are released.

Release the bonnet stay and secure it in the fixture designed for this in the bonnet.

in safety notes for work in the en- gine compartment on page 267

page 267

Electric windows*

Fig. 11 Detail of the driver door: controls for the windows.

Opening the window: Press the button.

Closing the window: Pull the button.

Buttons on the driver door

Window on the front left door

Window on the front right door

Window on the rear left door (only vehi- cles with rear electric windows)

Window on the rear right door (only vehi- cles with rear electric windows)

Safety switch for deactivating the electric window buttons on the rear doors (only vehicles with rear electric windows)

in Opening and closing of the elec- tric windows* on page 135

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Before driving

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Manually adjusting the front seats

Fig. 13 Front seats: manual seat adjustment.

Forward/back: pull the lever and move the seat forwards or backwards.

Raising/lowering: pull/push the lever.

Tilting the backrest: turn the hand wheel.

in Adjusting the front seats on page 146

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Adjusting the head restraints

Fig. 14 Front seat: adjustment of the head re- straint.

To raise or lower the head restraint, press the side button 1 and move it upwards or downwards until it engages in the desired position.

in Adjusting the front head re- straints on page 146

page 75, page 146

Adjustment of the seat belt

Fig. 15 Positioning and removing the seat belt buckle.

Fig. 16 Correct seat belt and head restraint positions, viewed from front and the side.

To adjust the seat belt around your should- ers, adjust the height of the seats.

The shoulder part of the seat belt should be well centred over it, never over the neck. The seat belt lies flat and fits comfortably on the upper part of the body.

The lap part of the seat belt lies across the pelvis, never across the stomach. The seat belt lies flat and fits comfortably on the pel- vis.

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Seat belt tensioners

During a collision, the seat belts on the front seats are retracted automatically.

The tensioner can be triggered only once.

in Service and disposal of belt ten- sioners on page 82

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Adjusting the exterior mirrors

Fig. 17 Detail of the driver door: control for the exterior mirror.

Adjusting the exterior mirrors: Turn the knob to the corresponding position:

Turning the knob to the desired posi- tion, adjust the mirrors on the driver

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side (L, left) and the passenger side (R, right) to the direction desired.

Folding in mirrors.

in Electric exterior mirrors* on page 145

page 145

Adjusting the steering wheel

Fig. 18 Lever in the lower left side of the steering column.

Adjusting the position of the steering wheel: Pull the Fig. 18 1 lever down, move the steering wheel to the desired posi- tion and lift the lever back up until it locks.

in Adjusting the steering wheel po- sition on page 73

Airbags

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Fig. 19 Vehicle interior

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Front airbags

Fig. 20 Driver airbag located in steering wheel.

Fig. 21 Front passenger airbag located in dash panel.

The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel Fig. 20 and the airbag for the front passenger is located in the dash panel Fig. 21. Airbags are identified by the word AIRBAG.

When the driver and front passenger airbags are deployed, the covers remain attached to the steering wheel and dashboard, respec- tively Fig. 20 Fig. 21.

In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the driver and the front passenger additional protection for the head

and chest in the event of a severe frontal col- lision.

The special design of the airbag allows the controlled escape of the propellant gas when an occupant puts pressure on the bag. Thus, the head and chest are surrounded and pro- tected by the airbag. After the collision, the airbag deflates sufficiently to allow visibility.

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Deactivating the front passenger front airbag*

Fig. 22 Front passenger front airbag switch.

To deactivate the front passenger front air- bag:

Open the door on the front passenger side.

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Insert the key blade into the slot provided in the deactivation switch.

Approximately of the length of the key blade remains inserted (the maximum).

Turn the key blade, changing its position to . Do not force it. If you have difficulty, en- sure that you have inserted the key as far as it will go.

Finally, check the control lamp on the in- strument panel where it shows the following should appear .

in Deactivation of front passenger front airbag* on page 87

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Side airbags*

Fig. 23 Side airbag in driver's seat.

Fig. 24 Illustration of completely inflated side airbag on left side of vehicle.

The side airbags are located in the driver's seat and front passenger seat backrests Fig. 23. The locations are identified by the text AIRBAG in the upper region of the backrests.

In conjunction with the seat belts, the side airbag system provides additional protection for the upper body in the event of a severe side collision.

In a side collision, the side airbags reduce the risk of injury to passengers to the areas of the body facing the impact. In addition to their normal function of protecting the occu- pants in a collision, the front and rear outer seat belts also hold the passengers in the event of a side collision; this is how these air- bags provide maximum protection.

in Side airbags* on page 85

Head-protection airbags*

Fig. 25 Location and deployment area of the head-protection airbag.

There is a head airbag on each side of the in- terior above the doors Fig. 25. Airbags are identified by the word AIRBAG.

The area framed in red is covered by the head-protection airbag when it is deployed Fig. 25 (deployment area). Therefore, ob- jects should never be placed or mounted in this area in Curtain airbags* on page 86.

In the event of a side collision the curtain air- bag is triggered on the impact side of the ve- hicle.

The head-protection airbags reduce the risk of injury to passengers in the front and rear side seats facing the impact.

in Curtain airbags* on page 86

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Child seats

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Fig. 26 Vehicle interior

Important information regarding the front passenger's airbag

Fig. 27 Airbag stickers - version 1: on the passenger-side sun blind and on the rear frame of the front passenger's door .

Fig. 28 Airbag stickers - version 2: on the passenger-side sun blind and on the rear frame of the front passenger's door .

A sticker with important information about the passenger airbag is located on the pas- senger's sun visor and/or on the passenger side door frame.

in Important information regarding the front passenger's airbag on page 88

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Securing child seats

Fig. 29 On the rear seats: Possible installa- tions for the child seat.

Figure Fig. 29 A shows the basic child re- straint system mounting using lower retain- ing rings and the upper retaining strap. Fig- ure Fig. 29 B shows the child restraint system mounting using the vehicle seat belt.

The seat belt may be used to secure univer- sal type child seats to the vehicle seats marked with a U in the table below.

In the passenger seat without height ad- justment: It is necessary to place the passen- ger seat in its rearmost position1).

In the passenger seat with height adjust- ment: It is necessary to place the passenger seat in its rearmost and highest position1).

To correctly use a child seat in the back, the front backrest must be adjusted so that there is no contact with the child seat in the back in the case that it goes opposite to the direc- tion of the car. In the case of front facing re- straint systems, the front backrest must be adjusted so that there is no contact with the child's feet.

To adjust the passenger seat to accommo- date a child's seat and get the seat belt in a perfect position, adjust the passenger back- rest as far forward as possible1).

If a semi-universal type chair is to be instal- led, in which the method of attachment to the car is through the seat belt and support bracket, it should never be installed in the central rear seat as the ground clearance is lower than in other places and the support bracket will not allow the seat to remain suffi- ciently stable.

1) Compliance with current national legislation and the manufacturer's instructions is required when us- ing or installing child seats.

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Weight group

Seating position

Front passenger seata) Rear side seat Rear central seatb)

airbag on airbag off

Group 0 to 10 kg X U* U U

Group 0+ to 13 kg X U* U U

Group I 9 to 18 kg X U* U U

Group II 15 to 25 kg X UF* UF UF

Group III 22 to 36 kg X UF* UF UF

a) Compliance with current national legislation and the manufacturer's instructions is required when using or installing child seats. b) 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.

It is not compatible to install chairs in this configuration.

Suitable for universal restraint systems for use in this weight group.

Acceptable for front-facing universal-cat- egory child restraint systems approved for this mass group.

X:

U:

UF:

Seats without height adjustment should be placed in their rearmost position. Seats with height adjustment should be placed in their rearmost and highest po- sition.

*: The systems include the child restraint sys- tem mounting with an upper retaining strap (Top Tether) and lower anchoring points on the seat.

in Safety instructions on page 89

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Securing child seats with the ISOFIX/iSize and Top Tether system*

Fig. 30 ISOFIX/iSize securing rings. Fig. 31 Position of the Top Tether rings on the back of the rear seat.

Child seats can be secured quickly, easily and safely on the rear outer seats with the ISOFIX and Top Tether* system.

Two ISOFIX retaining rings are fitted on each rear seat. In some vehicles, the rings are secured to the seat frame and, in others, they are secured to the rear floor. The ISO-

FIX rings are located between the rear seat backrest and the seat cushioning Fig. 30. The Top Tether* rings are located on the rear part of the backrests of the rear seats (be- hind the seat backrest or in the boot) Fig. 31.

To understand the compatibility of the "ISO- FIX" systems in the vehicle, consult the table below.

The body weight permitted and information regarding sizes A to F is indicated on the la- bel on child seats with universal or semi- universal certification.

Weight group Size class Electrical equip-

ment

Vehicle Isofix positions

Front passenger seat Rear side seat Rear central seat

airbag on airbag off

Baby carrier F ISO/L1 X X X X

G ISO/L2 X X X X

Group 0 to 10 kg E ISO/R1 X X IL X

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Weight group Size class Electrical equip-

ment

Vehicle Isofix positions

Front passenger seat Rear side seat Rear central seat

airbag on airbag off

Group 0+ to 13 kg

E ISO/R1 X X IL X

D ISO/R2 X X IL X

C ISO/R3 X X IL X

Group I 9 to 18 kg

D ISO/R2 X X IL X

C ISO/R3 X X IL X

B ISO/F2 X X IUF/IL X

B1 ISO/F2X X X IUF/IL X

A ISO/F3 X X IUF/IL X

Group II 15 to 25 kg --- --- --- ---

Group III 22 to 36 kg --- --- --- ---

Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX uni- versal child restraint systems approved for use in this mass group.

It is suitable for certain ISOFIX child re- straint systems (CRS) that can be for the

IUF:

IL:

specific vehicle, restricted or semi-uni- versal categories. Take the child seat manufacturer's vehicle list into account.

ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems for this weight group or size class.

X:

in Safety instructions on page 89

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Securing child seats with the ISOFIX/i-Size ISOFIX System

Fig. 32 ISOFIX/iSize securing rings.

You are obliged to follow the seat manufac- turer's instructions.

Press the child seat onto the retaining rings located behind the grooves marked with the ISOFIX/iSize Fig. 32 logo until it is heard to engage securely. If the child seat is equip- ped with Top Tether* anchor points, secure it to the correspondent ring Fig. 34. Observe the manufacturer's instructions.

Pull on both sides of the child seat to en- sure that it is properly anchored.

Child seats with the ISOFIX and Top Tether* attachment system are available from Techni- cal Services.

Vehicle i-Size positions

Front passenger seat Rear side seat Rear central seat

airbag on airbag off

Child restraint system approved under ECE R129 X X i-U X

Valid position for front-facing and rear- facing child restraint systems approved under ECE R129.

Invalid position for child restraint sys- tems approved under ECE R129.

i-U

X:

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Securing child seats with the Top Tether* retaining straps

Fig. 33 Retainer strap: adjustment and as- sembly according to the Top Tether belt.

Fig. 34 Position of the Top Tether rings on the back of the rear seat.

Child seats with the Top Tether system come with a strap for securing the seat to the vehi- cle anchor point, located at the back of the rear seat backrest and provide greater re- straint.

The objective of this strap is to reduce for- ward movements of the child seat in a crash, to reduce the risk of injuries to the head from hitting the inside of the vehicle.

Using the Top Tether in rear-facing mounted seats

Currently, there are very few rear-facing child safety seats that have Top Tether. Please carefully read and follow the seat manufac- turer instructions to learn the proper way to install the Top Tether strap.

Securing the retainer strap

Follow the manufacturer's instructions to deploy the child seat Top Tether retainer strap.

Place the belt under the head restraint of the back seat Fig. 33 (depending on the in- structions of the chair itself, lift or remove the head restraint if necessary).

Slide the strap and secure it properly with the anchorage of the backrest Fig. 34.

Firmly tighten the strap following the manu- facturer's instructions.

Releasing the retaining strap

Loosen the strap following the manufactur- er's instructions.

Push the lock and release it from the an- choring support.

in Safety instructions on page 89

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Starting the vehicle

Ignition lock

Fig. 35 Ignition key positions.

Switch ignition on: Place the key in the igni- tion and start the engine.

Locking and unlocking the steering wheel

Engaging the steering wheel lock: Remove the key from the ignition and turn the wheel until it locks. In vehicles with an automatic gearbox, the gear lever must be in the P posi- tion in order to remove the key. If necessary, press the locking key on the selector lever and release it again.

Unlocking the steering wheel: Put the key into the ignition and turn it at the same time as the steering wheel in the direction indica- ted by the arrow. If it is not possible to turn the steering wheel, it may be because it is locked.

Turning on/switching off the ignition, glow plugs reheating

Switch ignition on: Turn the key to the 2

position.

Switch ignition off. Turn the key to the 1

position.

Diesel vehicles : The glow plugs reheat when the ignition is switched on.

Starting the engine

Manual gearbox: press the clutch pedal all the way down and move the gearbox lever in- to neutral.

Automatic gearbox: Press the brake pedal and move the selector lever to the P position or into N.

Turn the key to the 3 position. The key au- tomatically returns to the 2 position. Do not press the accelerator.

Start-Stop System*

When you stop and release the clutch pedal, the Start-Stop system* turns off the engine. The ignition remains switched on.

in Ignition key positions on page 169

page 168

Lights and visibility

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Fig. 36 Dash panel

Light switch

Fig. 37 Dash panel: light control.

Turn the switch to the required position Fig. 37.

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Symbol Ignition switch- ed off

Ignition is switch- ed on

Fog lights, dipped beam and side lights off.

Light off or daytime driving light on.

The Coming home and Leav- ing home guide lights may be switched on.

Automatic control of dipped beam and daytime running light.

Side light on. Daylight running lights switched on.

Dipped beam headlight off

Dipped beam switch- ed on.

Front fog lights: move the switch to the first position, from positions , or .

Rear fog light: move the switch completely from positions , or .

Switching off fog lights: Push the switch or turn it to the position.

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Turn signal and main beam lever

Fig. 38 Turn signal and main beam lever.

More the lever to the required position:

Right turn signal: Right-hand parking light (ignition switched off).

Left turn signal: Left-hand parking light (ignition switched off).

Main beam switched on: Control lamp lit up on the instrument panel.

Headlight flasher: lit up when the lever is pushed. Control lamp lit up.

Lever all the way down to switch it off.

in Turn signal and main beam lever on page 139

page 139

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2

3

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Hazard warning lights

Fig. 39 Dash panel: switch for hazard warn- ing lights.

Switched on, for example:

When approaching a traffic jam

In an emergency

The vehicle has broken down

When towing or being towed

in Hazard warning lights on page 142

page 141

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Interior lights

Fig. 40 Detail of headliner: front interior light- ing.

Knob Function

Turning the interior lights on or off.

Activating or deactivating the automatic door contact lights. The interior lights come on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked, a door is opened or the key is removed from the ignition. The light goes off a few seconds after all the doors are closed, the vehicle is locked or the ignition is switched on.

/ Turning the reading light on and off

The light controls may vary depending on the vehicle version.

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Windscreen wipers and window wiper blade

Fig. 41 Operating the windscreen wiper and rear wiper.

More the lever to the required position:

0 Windscreen wiper off.

More the lever to the required position:

1

Windscreen wipers interval wipe. Using the control Fig. 41 A adjust the interval (vehicles without rain sensor), or the sensitivity of the rain sensor.

2 Slow wipe.

3 Continuous wipe.

4 Short wipe. Brief press, short clean.

5

Automatic wipe. The windscreen washer function is activated by pushing the lever forwards, and simultaneously the wind- screen wipers start.

6 Interval wipe for rear window. The wiper will wipe the window approximately every six seconds.

7 The rear window wash function is activa- ted by pressing the lever, and the rear wip- er starts simultaneously.

in Windscreen wiper and window wiper on page 143

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Easy Connect

CAR menu settings

Fig. 42 Easy Connect: Main menu. Fig. 43 Easy Connect: CAR menu.

To select the settings menus, depending on the version, press the Easy Connect button and the SETTINGS function button, OR

press the button and then SETTINGS .

The actual number of menus available and the name of the various options will depend on the vehicles electronics and equipment.

Switch the ignition on.

If the Infotainment System is off, switch it on.

Press the system's button, then the system's Vehicle function button Fig. 42 or the systems button to go to the Vehi- cle menu Fig. 43.

Press the SETTINGS function button to open the menu Vehicle settings menu Fig. 43.

To select a function in the menu, press the desired button.

When you press the menu button, the last se- lected menu will always be displayed.

When the function button check box is activa- ted , the function is active.

Any changes made using the settings menus are automatically saved on closing the BACK menus.

Menu Submenu Possible setting Description

ESC system Activation of the Electronic Stability Programme (ESC) page 177

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Menu Submenu Possible setting Description

Tyres Tyre pressure monitoring Tyre pressure storing (Calibration) page 282

Winter tyres Activation and deactivation of the speed warning. Setting the speed warning value page 284

Driver assistance

Front Assist system (front monitoring system) Activation/deactivation: Front Assist, advance warning, distance warning display page 203

ACC (adaptive cruise control) Activation/deactivation: default distance level, driving profiles. page 209

Fatigue detection Activation/deactivation page 227

Parking and manoeu- vring ParkPilot Automatically activate, front volume, front sound settings, rear volume, rear sound set-

tings, adjust volume page 236

Vehicle lights Vehicle interior lighting Instrument and switch lighting, footrest lighting page 142

Coming home/Leaving home func tion Start time for Coming home function, start time for Leaving home function page 140

Windscreen wipers Windscreen wipers Automatic windscreen wipers, wipe when reversing page 32

Opening and closing Radio-operated remote control Convenience open function page 136

Central locking system Unlocking doors, automatic locking/unlocking, audible confirmation of switching off the alarm

page 126

Multifunction display

Current consumption, average consumption, volume to fill up, convenience consum- ers, ECOAdvice, travelling time, distance travelled, digital speed display, average speed, speeding warning, oil temperature, coolant temperature, restore data from start, restore data total calculation

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Date and time Time source, set the time, automatic summer time (DST) setting, select time zone, time format, set the date, date format

Measurement units Distance, speed, temperature, volume, consumption

Service Chassis number, date of next SEAT service inspection, date of next oil change service page 41

Factory settings All settings can be reset: driver assistance, parking and manoeuvring, lights, rear view mirrors, opening and closing, multi-function display

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in CAR menu on page 118

page 118

Driver information system

Introduction

With the ignition switched on, it is possible to read the different functions of the display by scrolling through the menus.

In vehicles with multifunction steering wheel, the multifunction display can only be operat- ed with the steering wheel buttons.

The number of menus displayed on the in- strument panel will vary according to the ve- hicle electronics and equipment.

A specialised workshop will be able to pro- gramme or modify additional functions, ac- cording to the vehicle equipment. SEAT rec- ommends visiting a SEAT Official Service.

Some menu options can only be read when the vehicle is at a standstill.

As long as a priority 1 warning is displayed, it will not be possible to read the menus page 39. Some warning messages can be confirmed and made to disappear with the

windscreen wiper lever button or the multi- function steering wheel button.

The information system also provides the fol- lowing information and displays (depending on the vehicle's equipment):

Driving data page 36 MFD from departure MFD from refuelling MFD total calculation

Assist systems page 38

Navigation Booklet Navigation system

Audio Booklet Radio or Booklet Naviga- tion system

Telephone Booklet Radio or Book- let Navigation system

Vehicle status page 33

WARNING

Any distraction may lead to an accident, with the risk of injury.

Do not operate the instrument panel con- trols when driving.

Operating the instrument panel me- nus

Fig. 44 Windscreen wiper lever: control but- tons.

Fig. 45 Right side of multifunction steering wheel: control buttons.

The driver information system is controlled with the multifunction steering wheel buttons Fig. 45 or with the windscreen wiper lever Fig. 44 (if the vehicle is not equipped with multifunction steering wheel).

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Enabling the main menu

Switch the ignition on.

If a message or vehicle pictogram appears, press button Fig. 44 1 on the windscreen wiper lever or button on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 45.

If managed from the windscreen wiper lev- er: to display the main screen page 36 or to return to the main menu from another menu hold down the rocker button Fig. 44

2 .

If managed from the multifunction steering wheel: the main menu list is not displayed. To go from point to point in the main menu, press button or several times Fig. 45.

Select a submenu

Press the rocker switch Fig. 44 2 on the windscreen wiper lever up or down or turn the thumbwheel of the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 45 until the desired option ap- pears marked on the menu.

The selected option will be displayed with a horizontal line underneath.

To consult the submenu option, press but- ton Fig. 44 1 on the windscreen wiper lever or button on the multifunction steer- ing wheel Fig. 45.

Making changes according to the menu

Make the desired changes with the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever or the thumbwheel of the multifunction steering wheel. To increase or decrease the values more quickly, turn the thumbwheel faster.

Mark or confirm the selection with button Fig. 44 1 on the windscreen wiper lever or button on the multifunction steering wheel Fig. 45.

Selection menu

Menu Function

Driving data

Information and possible configura- tions of the multifunction display (MFD) page 36, page 118.

Assist systems

Information and possible configura- tions of the driver assistance systems page 38.

Navigation*

Information instructions from the acti- vated navigation system: when a route guidance is activated, the turning ar- rows and proximity bars are displayed. The appearance is similar to the Easy Connect system. If route guidance is not activated, the direction of travel (compass) and the name of the street along which you are driving are shown Booklet Naviga- tion system.

Menu Function

Audio

Station display on the radio. Track name on the CD. Track name in Media mode Book- let Radio or Booklet Navigation sys- tem.

Telephone Information and possible configura- tions of the mobile phone preinstalla- tion Booklet Radio or Book- let Navigation system.

Vehicle status

Display of the current warning or infor- mation texts and other system compo- nents, depending on the equipment page 118.

Journey data

The MFD (multifunction display) shows differ- ent values for the journey and the consump- tion.

Changing between display modes on the MFD

In vehicles without multifunction steering wheel: Press the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever Fig. 44.

Vehicles with a multifunction steering wheel: turn the thumbwheel Fig. 45.

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Multifunction display memory

The multifunction display is equipped with three memories that work automatically: MFD from departure, MFD from refuelling and MFD total calculation. On the screen display, you can read which memory is currently dis- played.

Toggle between memories with the ignition on and the memory displayed

Press the button on the windscreen wiper lever or the button of the multifunc- tion steering wheel.

Menu Function

MFD from de- parture

Display and storage of the values for the journey and the consumption from when the ignition is switched on to when it is switched off. If the journey is continued in less than 2 hours after the ignition is switched off, the new data is added to the data already stored in the memory. The memory will automati- cally be deleted if the journey is in- terrupted for more than 2 hours.

MFD from re- fuelling

Display and storage of the values for the journey and the consumption. By refuelling, the memory will be erased automatically.

Menu Function

MFD total calculation

The memory records the values for a specific number of partial trips, up to a total of 19 hours and 59 mi- nutes or 99 hours and 59 minutes, or 1999.9 km or 9999 km, depend- ing on the model of instrument pan- el. On reaching either of these lim- itsa), the memory is automatically erased and starts to count from 0 again.

a) It varies according to the instrument panel version.

Erasing a memory manually

Select the memory that you wish to erase.

Hold the button of the multifunction steering wheel or the button of the multi- function wheel pressed down for about 2 sec- onds.

Personalising the displays

In the Easy Connect system you can adjust which of the possible displays of the MFD can be shown on the instrument panel display with the button and the SETTINGS function button page 118.

Data summary

Menu Function

Current fuel consumption

The current fuel consumption dis- play operates throughout the journey, in litres/100 km; and with the engine running and the vehicle stopped, in litres/hour.

Average fuel consumption

After turning on the ignition, aver- age fuel consumption in li- tres/100 km will be displayed af- ter travelling about 300 metres. Otherwise horizontal lines are displayed. The value shown is up- dated approximately every 5 sec- onds.

Operating range

Approximate distance in km that can still be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming the same style of driving is main- tained. This is calculated using the current fuel consumption.

Travelling time

This indicates the hours (h) and minutes (min) since the ignition was switched on.

Distance cov- ered

Distance covered in km (m) after switching on the ignition.

Average speed

The average speed will be shown after a distance of about 100 me- tres has been travelled. Otherwise horizontal lines are displayed. The value shown is updated ap- proximately every 5 seconds.

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Menu Function

Digital dis- play of speed

Current speed displayed in digital format.

Speed warning at --- km/h or Speed warning at --- mph

If the stored speed is exceeded (between 30 - 250 km/h, or 19 - 155 mph), an audible warning is given together with a visual warn- ing.

Oil tempera- ture

Updated engine oil temperature digital display

Coolant tem- perature gauge

Digital display of the current tem- perature of the liquid coolant.

Storing a speed with the speed warning

Select the display Speed warning at --- km/h (--- mph) Press the button on the windscreen wiper lever or the button on the multifunc- tion steering wheel to store the current speed and activate the warning.

To switch system on: adjust to the desired speed within 5 seconds using the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever or by turning the thumbwheel on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. Next, press the button or again or wait several seconds.

The speed is stored and the warning activa- ted.

To switch system off: press the but- ton or . The stored speed is de- leted.

Assist systems menu

Menu Function

ACC Display of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) page 209.

Front Assist Switching the monitoring system on and off page 203.

Fatigue detec- tion*

Switching the fatigue detection on or off (pause recommenda- tion) page 227.

Status display

Bonnet, rear lid and doors open

Fig. 46 A: bonnet open; B: rear lid open; C: front left door open; D: rear right door open (5-door vehicles only).

When the ignition is switched on or when driving, the bonnet, rear lid or doors that are open will be indicated on the instrument pan- el display, and, as applicable, this will be in- dicated audibly. The display may vary accord- ing to the type of instrument panel fitted.

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Illustra- tion

Key to Fig. 46

A Do not continue driving! The bonnet is open or is not properly closed page 267.

B Do not continue driving! The rear lid is open or is not properly closed page 16.

C, D Do not continue driving! A vehicle door is open or is not properly closed page 126.

page 114

Warning and information messages

The system runs a check on certain compo- nents and functions when the ignition is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. Faults in the operation are displayed on the screen using red and yellow symbols and messages on the instrument panel display ( page 117, page 44) and, in some cases, with audible warnings. The dis- play may vary according to the type of instru- ment panel fitted.

Priority 1 warning (red symbols)

Symbol flashing or lit; partly combined with audible warnings. Stop the vehicle! It is dangerous in Warning symbols on page 117! Check the function that is faulty and repair it. If necessa- ry, request assistance from specialised personnel.

Priority 2 warning (yellow symbols)

Symbol flashing or lit; partly combined with audible warnings. A faulty function, or fluids which are below the correct levels may cause damage to the vehicle! in Warn- ing symbols on page 118 Check the faulty function as soon as possible. If neces- sary, request assistance from specialised personnel.

Informative text

Information relating to different vehicle processes.

page 117

Gear-change indicator

Fig. 47 Instrument panel: gear-change indica- tor (manual gearbox).

Gear-change recommendation

While driving, the instrument panel of certain vehicles may indicate a gear recommenda- tion for saving fuel page 190.

Outside temperature display

When the outside temperature is below +4C (+39F), the symbol (warning of risk of freezing) is displayed. At first, this symbol flashes and then it remains lit until the out- side temperature rises above +6C (+43F) in Indications on the display on page 115.

When the vehicle is at a standstill or when travelling at very low speeds, the tempera- ture displayed may be higher than the true

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outside temperature as a result of the heat produced by the engine.

The temperatures measured range from -40C to +50C (-40F to +122F).

Engine oil temperature display

The engine reaches its operating temperature when in normal driving conditions the oil temperature is between 80C (178F) and 120C (248F). If the engine is required to work hard and the outside temperature is high, the engine oil temperature can in- crease. This does not present any problem as long as the warning lamps table on page 46 or table on page 46 do not appear on the display.

Vehicles without multifunction steering wheel

Press the rocker switch Fig. 44 2 until the main menu appears. Enter into Driving data. With the button 2 move to the oil temperature gauge.

Vehicles with multifunction steering wheel

Enter the submenu Driving data and turn the thumbwheel until the oil tempera- ture display appears.

Additional electrical appliances

Operation with the windscreen wiper lever*: Press the rocker switch Fig. 44 2 until the main menu appears. Enter into the section Driving data. With the rocker switch, move to the display Convenience con- sumers.

Operation with the multi-function steering wheel*: Move with the buttons 1 or 2 to Driving data and enter with OK. Turn the right thumbwheel until the Convenience consumers display appears.

In addition, a scale will inform you of the cur- rent sum of all the additional appliances.

Saving tips

Tips on how to save fuel will be displayed in conditions that increase fuel consumption. Follow them to reduce consumption. The indi- cations appear automatically only with the ef- ficiency programme. After a time, the tips will disappear automatically.

If you wish to hide a saving tip immediately after it appears, press any button on the windscreen wiper lever*/multifunction steer- ing wheel*.

Note

If you hide a saving tip, it will reappear af- ter you switch the ignition on again.

The saving tips do not appear in all situa- tions, but rather with a large separation of time.

Speed warning device

The speed warning device warns the driver when they have exceeded the pre-set speed limit by 3 km/h (2 mph). An audible warning signal sounds, and the warning lamp and the driver message Speed limit excee- ded! will be displayed simultaneously on the instrument panel. The warning lamp switches off when reducing speed below the stored maximum limit.

Speed warning programming is recommen- ded if you wish to be reminded of a maxi- mum speed, such as when travelling in a country with different speed limits or for a maximum speed for winter tyres.

Setting speed limit warning

You can use the radio or the Easy Connect* to set, alter or cancel the speed limit warning.

Vehicles with radio: press the button SETUP

> control button Driver Assistant > Speed warning.

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Vehicles with Easy Connect: press the but- ton Systems or else Vehicle systems > Driver assistant > Speed warning.

The warning limit can be set from 30 to 240 km/h (20 to 149 mph). The adjustment is made at 10 km/h (5 mph) intervals.

Note

Please bear in mind that, even with the speed warning function, it is still important to keep an eye on the vehicle speed with the speedometer and to observe the legal speed limits.

The speed limit warning function in the ver- sion for some countries warns you at a speed of 120 km/h (75 mph). This is a factory-set speed limit.

Service intervals

Fig. 48 Instrument panel

The service interval indication appears on the instrument panel display Fig. 48 1 .

SEAT distinguishes between services with en- gine oil change (e.g. Oil change service) and services without engine oil change (e.g. In- spection).

In vehicles with Services established by time or mileage, the service intervals are already pre-defined.

In vehicles with LongLife Service, the inter- vals are determined individually. Thanks to technological progress, maintenance work has been greatly reduced. Because of the technology used by SEAT, with this service you only need to change the oil when the ve-

hicle so requires. To calculate this change (max. 2 years), the vehicle's conditions of use and individual driving styles are consid- ered. The advance warning first appears 20 days before the date established for the cor- responding service. The kilometres (miles) remaining until the next service are always rounded up to the nearest 100 km (miles) and the time is given in complete days. The current service message cannot be viewed until 500 km after the last service. Prior to this, only lines are visible on the display.

Inspection reminder

When the Service date is approaching, when the ignition is switched on a Service remind- er is displayed.

Vehicles without text messages: a span- ner will be displayed on the instrument panel plus an indication in km.

The kilometres indicated are the maximum number of kilometres that can be travelled until the next service. After a few seconds, the display mode changes. A clock symbol appears and the number of days until the next service is due.

Vehicles with text messages: Service in --- km or --- days will be shown on the instrument panel display.

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Service due

When the service date is due, an audible warning is given when the ignition is switch- ed on and the spanner displayed on the screen flashes for a few seconds .

Vehicles with text messages: Service now will be shown on the instrument panel dis- play.

Reading a service notification

With the ignition switched on, the engine off and the vehicle at a standstill, the current service notification can be read:

Press and hold the button 2 for more than 5 seconds to consult the service message.

When the service date has passed, a minus sign is displayed in front of the number of kil- ometres or days.

Vehicles with text messages: the following message is displayed: Service --- km (miles) or --- days ago.

The time can also be set via the button and the SETTINGS function button in the Easy Connect system page 33.

Resetting service interval display

If the service was not carried out by a SEAT dealership, the display can be reset as fol- lows:

Switch off the ignition, press and hold but- ton 2 .

Switch ignition back on.

Release the 2 button and press it again for the next 20 seconds.

Note

The service message disappears after a few seconds, when the engine is started or when OK/RESET is pressed on the windscreen wiper

lever, or OK on the multifunction steering wheel.

In vehicles with the LongLife system in which the battery has been disconnected for a long period of time, it is not possible to cal- culate the date of the next service. Therefore the service interval display may not be cor- rect. In this case, bear in mind the maximum service intervals permitted in the Book- let Maintenance Programme.

If you reset the display manually, the next service interval will be indicated as in vehi- cles with fixed service intervals. For this rea- son we recommend that the service interval display be reset by a SEAT authorised Dealer.

Cruise control

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Fig. 49 Dash panel

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Operating the cruise control system (CCS)*

Fig. 50 On the left of the steering column: controller and buttons to operate the cruise control system.

Fig. 51 On the left of the steering column: third lever for operating the cruise control sys- tem.

Function Position of the turn signal lever Fig. 50 or the third lever Fig. 51

Effect

Switching on the cruise control sys- tem

Move controller 1 to the position on the turn signal lever or move the third lever forward.

The system switches on. The last set speed of the cruise control is stored. It does not take effect yet.

Switching on the cruise control sys- tem

Press button 3 on the turn signal lever or button 1 on the third lever. The current speed is stored and the cruise control is activated.

Temporarily switching off the cruise control

Move controller 1 of the turn signal lever to the position or move the third lever into pressure point .

The limiter is switched off temporarily. The speed will be stored.

Switching on the cruise control sys- tem again

Press button 3 on the turn signal lever or move the third lever into pressure point .

The set speed control is activated.

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Function Position of the turn signal lever Fig. 50 or the third lever Fig. 51

Effect

Increasing the set speed of the cruise control

Briefly press button 3 on the turn signal lever in the area or press 1 on the third lever to increase the speed in small increments of 1 km/h (1 mph) and set it.

The speed is changed to the set value.Press on the third lever to increase the speed in increments of 10 km/h (5 mph) and set it.

Hold down button 3 on the turn signal lever in the area or hold down to increase continuously in increments of 10 km/h (5 mph) and set it.

Reducing the set speed of the cruise control

Briefly press button 3 on the turn signal lever in the area or move the third lever into position to reduce the speed in small increments of 1 km/h (1 mph) and set it.

The speed is changed to the set value.Press on the third lever to reduce the speed in increments of 10 km/h (5 mph) and set it.

Hold down button 3 on the turn signal lever in the area or hold down to continuously decrease the speed in increments of 10 km/h (5 mph), then set it.

Switching off the cruise control sys- tem

Move controller 1 of the turn signal lever into position or the third lever into po- sition .

The system switches off. The set speed will be stored.

in Operation on page 199

page 198

Warning lamps

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Fig. 52 Dash panel

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On the instrument panel

Fig. 53 Instrument panel, on dash panel.

Red warning lamps

Central warning lamp: additional information on the instrument pan- el display

Parking brake on. page 175

Do not continue driving! The brake fluid level is too low or there is a fault in the brake system.

page 174 page 175

Lit up or flashing: Do not continue driving! Fault in the steering.

page 167

Driver or passenger has not fas- tened seat belt.

page 77

Use the foot brake!

Yellow warning lamps

Central warning lamp: additional information on the instrument pan- el display

Front brake pads worn.

page 177

it lights up: Fault in the ESC, or dis- connection caused by the system.

flashes: ESC or ASR activated.

it lights up: fault in the ASR or dis- connection caused by the system.

flashes: ASR working.

ASR manually deactivated. Or else: ESC in Sport mode. page

177 ABS faulty or does not work.

Rear fog light switched on. page 30

lights up or flashes: fault in the emission control system.

page 194

it lights up: pre-heating of diesel engine. page

195flashes: fault in the diesel engine management.

fault in the petrol engine manage- ment.

page 194

lights up or flashes: fault in the steering system.

page 167

Tyre pressure too low, or fault in the tyre pressure monitoring sys- tem.

page 282

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Fuel tank almost empty. page 117

Fault in airbag system and seat belt tensioners.

page 82

Other warning lamps

Left or right turn signal.

page 31

Hazard warning lights on. page 141

Trailer turn signals page 245

it lights up green: Press the brake pedal! It blinks in green: the selector lever locking button has not engaged.

page 183

it lights up green: cruise control ac- tivated or speed limiter switched on and active.

page 42 page 200

it blinks in green: the speed set by the speed limiter has been excee- ded.

Main beam on or flasher on. page 31

On the instrument panel display

Fig. 54 On the instrument panel display: door open.

Do not continue driving! With the corresponding indi- cation: door(s), rear lid or bonnet open or not properly closed.

page 126 page 16 page 267

Ignition: Do not carry on driving! Engine coolant level too low, coolant temperature too high page 273

Flashing: Fault in the engine coolant system.

Do not continue driving! Engine oil pressure too low.

page 270

Fault in the battery. page 276

Driving light totally or partial- ly faulty.

page 102

Fault in the cornering light system.

page 137

particulate filter blocked. page 194

Flashing: Fault in the oil level detection. Control manually.

page 270 Ignition: Insufficient engine oil.

Fault in the gearbox. page 190

Immobiliser active. page 169

Service interval display page 41

Mobile telephone is connec- ted via Bluetooth to the origi- nal telephone device.

Book- let Radio or Book- let Naviga- tion system

Mobile telephone battery charge meter. Available only for devices pre-installed in factory.

Freezing warning. The out- side temperature is lower than +4C (+39F).

page 39

Start-Stop system activated.

page 196

Start-Stop system unavaila- ble.

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Low consumption driving sta- tus

On the instrument panel

Fig. 55 Warning lamp for disabling the front passenger airbag.

Front passenger front airbag is disabled ( ).

page 86

The front passenger front airbag is activated ( ).

page 86

in Warning symbols on page 117

page 117

Gearbox lever

Manual gearbox

Fig. 56 Gear shift pattern of a 5 or 6-speed manual gearbox.

The position of the gears is indicated on the gearbox lever Fig. 56.

Press the clutch pedal and keep your foot right down.

Move the gearbox lever to the required po- sition.

Release the clutch.

Selecting reverse gear

Press the clutch pedal and keep your foot right down.

With the gearbox lever in neutral, push it downwards, move it to the left as far as it will go and then forwards to select reverse Fig. 56 R .

Release the clutch.

in Driving with manual gearbox on page 183

page 183

Automatic gearbox*

Fig. 57 Automatic gearbox: selector lever po- sitions.

Parking lock

Reverse gear

Neutral (idling)

Drive (forward)

Tiptronic mode: pull the lever forwards (+) to go up a gear or backwards () to go down a gear.

P

R

N

D/S

+/

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in Selector lever positions on page 184

page 183

page 48

Manual release of the selector lever

Fig. 58 Selector lever: manual release from position P.

Should the power supply be interrupted, there is a manual unlocking device located

under the console of the selector lever, on the right. Releasing the selector lever re- quires a certain degree of practical skill.

Unlocking: use the flat part of a screwdriver blade.

Removing the cover from the selector lever

Apply the handbrake to ensure that the car does not move.

Carefully pull the corners of the selector lever boot and twist it upwards above the lev- er handle.

Releasing the selector lever

Using a screwdriver, press and hold the yel- low unlocking tab sideways Fig. 58.

Press the interlock button on the selector lever and move the selector lever to posi- tion N.

After carrying out the manual release, at- tach the selector lever boot on the gearbox console again.

If the power supply should ever fail (e.g. dis- charged battery) and the vehicle has to be

pushed or towed, the selector lever must first be moved to position N, after operating the manual release mechanism.

WARNING

The selector lever may be moved out of posi- tion P only when the handbrake is firmly ap- plied. If this does not work, secure the vehi- cle with the brake pedal. On a slope the vehi- cle could otherwise start to move inadver- tently after shifting the selector lever out of position P - accident risk!

Air conditioning

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Fig. 59 Air conditioning

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How does Climatronic* work?

Fig. 60 In the centre console: Climatronic con- trols

To switch a specific function on, press the ap- propriate button. Press the button again to switch off the function.

The LED on each control lights up to indicate that the respective function of a control has been switched on.

1

Temperature The left and right sides can be adjusted separately: turn the control to adjust the temperature.

2

Fan The power of the fan is automatically adjusted. Press the buttons to manually adjust the fan.

3

Air distribution The airflow adjusts automatically for comfort. You can also switch it on manually using the buttons 3 .

4 Indications on the display screen of the fan speed and the temperature selected for the right and left sides.

Defrost function

The air drawn in from outside the vehicle is directed at the windscreen and air recirculation is automatically switched off. To defrost the wind- screen more quickly, the air is dehumidified at temperatures over approximately +3C (+38F) and the fan runs at maximum output.

The air is directed at the chest of driver and passengers by the dash panel air vents. 49

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Air distribution towards the footwell.

Upward air distribution.

Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is running and switches off automatically after a maximum of 10 minutes.

Air recirculation

Seat heating buttons

Press the button to switch on or off the cooling system.

Press the button to apply the driver-side settings to the passenger side. Use the temperature regulator for the passenger side in order to set a different temperature.

Automatic adjustment of temperature, fan, and air distribution.

Switching off Press the button or manually set the fan to .

in General notes on page 158

page 165

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How does the manual air conditioning work*?

Fig. 61 In the centre console: Manual air condi- tioning controls.

To switch a specific function on, press the ap- propriate button. Press the button again to switch off the function.

The LED on each control lights up to indicate that the respective function of a control has been switched on.

1

Temperature Turn the control to adjust the temperature.

2

Fan Setting 0: blower and manual air conditioning switched off Level 4: maximum fan level.

3

Air distribution

: Defrost function. The airflow is directed at the windscreen. Air recirculation is automatically switched off or is not switched on. Increase the

fan power to clear the windscreen of condensation as soon as possible. To dehumidify the air, the cooling system will automatically switch on.

: The air is directed at the chest of driver and passengers by the dash panel air vents.

: Air distribution to footwells.

: Air distribution towards the windscreen and the footwell.

Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is running and switches off automatically after a maximum of 10 minutes. 51

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Air recirculation

Press the button to switch on or off the cooling system.

Seat heating buttons

in General notes on page 158

page 163

How does the heating and the fresh air system work?

Fig. 62 In the centre console: heating system and fresh air controls.

To switch a specific function on, press the ap- propriate button. Press the button again to switch off the function.

The LED on each control lights up to indicate that the respective function of a control has been switched on.

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1

Temperature Turn the control to adjust the temperature. The temperature cannot be lower than that of the exterior air temperature, as this system cannot cool or dehumidify the air.

2

Fan Setting 0: blower and manual air conditioning switched off Level 4: maximum fan level.

3

Air distribution

: Defrost function. The airflow is directed at the windscreen.

: The air is directed at the chest of driver and passengers by the dash panel air vents.

: Air distribution to footwells.

: Air distribution towards the windscreen and the footwell.

Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is running and switches off automatically after a maximum of 10 minutes.

Air recirculation

in General notes on page 158

page 161

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Fluid Level control

Filling capacities

Capacities

Fuel tank 40 litres. 7 litre re- serve.

Windscreen washer fluid con- tainer

3 litres

Fuel

Fig. 63 Fuel tank flap with tank cap attached.

The tank flap is released electronically by means of the central locking and is located at the rear of the vehicle, on the right. The tank holds approximately 40 litres.

Opening the fuel tank cap

Open the fuel tank flap by pressing on the left side.

Unscrew the cap by turning it to the left.

Place it in the space on the hinge of the open flap Fig. 63.

Closing the fuel tank cap

Unscrew the cap by turning it to the right as far as it will go.

Close the lid.

in Refuelling on page 265

page 265

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Oil

Fig. 64 Engine oil dipstick. Fig. 65 In the engine compartment: Engine oil filler cap.

The level is measured using the dipstick loca- ted in the engine compartment page 270.

The oil should leave a mark between zones A and C . It should never exceed zone A .

Zone A : Do not add oil.

Zone B : You can add oil but keep the level in that zone.

Zone C : Add oil up to zone B .

Topping up engine oil

Unscrew cap from oil filler opening.

Add oil slowly.

At the same time, check the level to ensure you do not add too much.

When the oil level reaches at least zone B , unscrew the engine oil filler cap carefully.

Engine oil additives

No type of additive should be mixed with the engine oil. The deterioration caused by these additives is not covered by the warranty.

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Engine oil specifications

Engine type Flexible service (LongLife) Set Service (dependent on time/distance travel-

led)

Petrol engines VW 508 00

VW 504 00a) VW 504 00

VW 502 00b)

Engines with Particulate filter (DPF)c) VW 507 00 VW 507 00

a) Use of engine oil compliant with the VW 504 00 specification instead of VW 508 00 may have a slight negative effect on the vehicles exhaust gas values. b) If the quality of the fuel available in the country does not fulfil the EN 228 (for petrol) and EN 590 (for diesel) standards. c) Only use recommended oils, otherwise you may damage the engine.

in Changing engine oil on page 273

page 270

Coolant

Fig. 66 Engine compartment: coolant expan- sion tank cap.

The coolant tank is located in the engine compartment page 270.

When the engine is cold, replace the coolant when the level is below .

Coolant specifications

The engine cooling system is supplied from the factory with a specially treated mixture of water and at least 40 % of the additive G13 (TL-VW 774 J), purple. This mixture gives the necessary frost protection down to -25C (-13F) and protects the light alloy parts of the engine cooling system against corrosion. It also prevents scaling and considerably rai- ses the boiling point of the coolant.

To protect the cooling system, the percentage of additive must always be at least 40 %, even in warm climates where anti-freeze pro- tection is not required.

If for weather reasons further protection is necessary, the proportion of additive may be increased, but only up to 60 %; otherwise an- tifreeze protection will diminish and this will worsen cooling.

When the coolant is topped up, use a mixture of distilled water and at least 40 % of the G13 or G12 plus-plus (TL-VW 774 G) additive (both are purple) to obtain an optimum anti- corrosion protection in Topping up cool- ant on page 275. The mixture of G13 with G12 plus (TL-VW 774 F), G12 (red) or G11 (green-blue) engine coolants will significant- ly reduce anti-corrosion protection and should therefore be avoided in Topping up coolant on page 275.

in Topping up coolant on page 274

page 273

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Brake fluid

Fig. 67 Engine compartment: brake fluid res- ervoir cap.

The brake fluid reservoir is located in the en- gine compartment page 270.

The level should be between the and marks. If it is below , please visit a Techni- cal Service.

in Changing the brake fluid on page 275

page 275

Windscreen washer

Fig. 68 In the engine compartment: wind- screen washer reservoir top.

The windscreen washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment page 270.

To top up, mix water with a product recom- mended by SEAT.

In cold temperatures, add anti-freeze for win- dows.

in Checking and topping up the windscreen washer reservoir water on page 276

page 276

Battery

The battery is located in the engine compart- ment page 270. It does not require

maintenance. It is checked as part of the In- spection Service.

in Symbols and warnings on han- dling the battery on page 276

page 276

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Emergencies

Fuses

Fuse location

Fig. 69 On the driver-side dash panel: fuse box cover.

Fig. 70 In the engine compartment: fuse box cover.

Opening and closing the fuse box situated below the dash panel

Opening: remove the fuse box cover in the direction indicated Fig. 69.

Closing: click the cover back into place.

To open the engine compartment fuse box

Raise the bonnet.

Press the locking tabs to release the fuse box cover Fig. 70

Then lift the cover out.

To fit the cover, place it on the fuse box. Push the locking tabs down until they click audibly into place.

Identifying fuses situated below the dash panel by colours

Colour Amp rating

Black 1

Purple 3

Light brown 5

Brown 7.5

Red 10

Blue 15

Yellow 20

White or transparent 25

Colour Amp rating

Green 30

Orange 40

in Introduction on page 100

page 100

Replacing a blown fuse

Fig. 71 Image of a blown fuse.

Preparation

Switch off the ignition, lights and all elec- trical equipment.

Open the corresponding fuse box page 100.

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Identifying a blown fuse

A fuse is blown if its metal strip is ruptured Fig. 71.

Point a lamp at the fuse to see if it has blown.

To replace a fuse

Remove the fuse.

Replace the blown fuse by one with an identical amperage rating (same colour and markings) and identical size.

Replace the cover again or close the fuse box lid.

Bulbs

Bulbs (12 V)

Depending on the level of equipment fitted in the vehicle, LEDs may be used for part or all of the interior and/or exterior lighting. LEDs have an estimated life that exceeds that of the vehicle. If an LED light fails, go to an au- thorised workshop for its replacement.

Light source used for each function

Halogen headlights. Type

Dipped beam headlights H7 Long Life

Main beam headlights H7

Halogen headlights. Type

Side light/DRL (daytime running light)

W21W

Turn signal PY 21W

Halogen headlight with LED DRL

Type

Dipped beam headlights H7 Long Life

Main beam headlights H7

Turn signal PY 21W

Side light/DRL (daytime running light)

LEDa)

a) In case of a LED failure, go to an authorised workshop to have it replaced.

Full-LED main headlights Type

No bulbs may be replaced. All functions are with LEDs. In case of a LED failure, go to an authorised workshop to have it replaced.

Bulb lighta) Left Right

Brake lights 2 x P21WLL 2 x P21WLL

Side lights

Retro fog light P21 WLL

Reverse light P21 WLL

Turn signal PY 21W NA LL PY 21W NA LL

a) The table corresponds to a right-hand traffic vehicle. The po- sition of lights may vary according to the country.

Light with LEDsa) Left Right

Brake lights LED LED

Side lights LED LED

Retro fog light LED

Reverse light P21 WLL

Turn signal PY 21W NA LL PY 21W NA LL

a) The table corresponds to a right-hand traffic vehicle. The po- sition of lights may vary according to the country.

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Action in the event of a punc- ture

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Fig. 72 Wheels

What to do first

Park the vehicle on a horizontal surface and in a safe place as far away from traffic as possible.

Apply the handbrake.

Switch on the hazard warning lights.

Manual gearbox: select the 1st gear.

Automatic gearbox: Move the selector lever to position P.

If you are towing a trailer, unhitch it from your vehicle.

Have the vehicle tool kit* page 61 and the spare wheel page 283 ready.

Observe the applicable legislation for each country (reflective vest, warning triangles, etc.).

All occupants should leave the vehicle and wait in a safe place (for instance behind the roadside crash barrier).

WARNING

Always observe the above steps and pro- tect yourself and other road users.

If you change the wheel on a slope, block the wheel on the opposite side of the car with a stone or similar to prevent the vehicle from moving.

Repairing a tyre with the anti-punc- ture kit

Fig. 73 Standard representation: contents of the anti-puncture kit.

The anti-puncture kit is located under the floor panel in the luggage compartment.

Sealing the tyre

Unscrew the tyre valve cap and insert. Use the Fig. 73 1 tool to remove the insert. Place it on a clean surface.

Shake the tyre sealant bottle vigorously Fig. 73 10 .

Screw the inflator tube Fig. 73 3 into the sealant bottle. The bottle's seal will break automatically.

Remove the lid from the filling tube Fig. 73 3 and screw the open end of the tube into the tyre valve.

With the tyre sealant bottle upside down, fill the tyre with the contents of the sealant bottle.

Remove the bottle from the valve.

Place the insert back into the tyre valve us- ing the tool Fig. 73 1 .

Inflating the tyre

Screw the compressor tyre inflator tube Fig. 73 8 into the tyre valve.

Check that the air bleed screw is closed Fig. 73 6 .

Start the engine and leave it running.

Insert the connector Fig. 73 9 into the vehicle's 12-volt socket page 151.

Turn the air compressor on with the ON/OFF switch Fig. 73 5 .

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Keep the air compressor running until it reaches 2.0 to 2.5 bar (29-36 psi/200-250 kPa). A maximum of 8 minutes.

Disconnect the air compressor.

If it does not reach the pressure indicated, unscrew the tyre inflator tube from the valve.

Move the vehicle 10m so that the sealant is distributed throughout the tyre.

Screw the compressor tyre inflator into the valve.

Repeat the inflation process.

If the indicated pressure still cannot be reached, the tyre is too badly damaged. Stop and request assistance from an authorised technician.

Disconnect the air compressor. Unscrew the tyre inflator tube from the tyre valve.

When the tyre pressure is between 2.5 and 2.0 bars, continue driving without exceeding 80 km/h (50 mph).

Check the pressure again after 10 minutes page 95.

in TMS (Tyre Mobility System)* on page 94

page 94

Changing a wheel

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Fig. 74 Wheels

Vehicle tool kit

Fig. 75 Underneath the floor panel of the lug- gage compartment: vehicle tool kit.

An adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts*

Towline anchorage

Box spanner for wheel bolts*

Crank handle for jack

1

2

3

4

Jack*

Hook for extracting the central wheel trims*

Clip for removing the wheel bolt caps.

in Vehicle tools on page 93

page 93

Central trim for steel rims*

Fig. 76 Correct positioning of the central wheel trim for steel rims.

The central trims must be removed for access to the wheel bolts.

5

6

7

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The essentials

Removing

Attach the wire hook (vehicle tools Fig. 75 6 ) to one of the chambers of the central wheel trim.

Insert the box spanner through the hook, supporting it on the tyre and remove the wheel trim.

Fitting

Fit the central wheel trim onto the rim. The bottom of the S of the SEAT badge should align with the inflation valve Fig. 76 1 .

Press the central trim firmly until it locks in with an audible click.

Note

There is also a valve mark on the back of the central wheel trim that indicates the correct alignment.

Central trim for alloy rims*

Fig. 77 Removing the central wheel trim.

Fig. 78 Fitting the central wheel trim.

Removing

Attach the wire hook (vehicle tools Fig. 75 6 ) to the housing provided for this Fig. 77.

Pull on it to remove the trim Fig. 77.

Fitting

Fit the central wheel trim onto the rim, fit- ting the protrusion on the trim into the recess in the rim Fig. 78 (arrows).

Press the central trim firmly until it locks in with an audible click.

Wheel bolt caps*

Fig. 79 Wheel: wheel bolts with caps.

Removal

Fit the plastic clip (vehicle tools) over the cap until it clicks into place Fig. 79.

Remove the cap with the plastic clip.

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Wheel bolts

Fig. 80 Changing a wheel: loosen the wheel bolts.

Fig. 81 Changing a wheel: tyre valve 1 and the correct position for the anti-theft wheel locking bolt 2 or 3 .

Use only the wheel wrench belonging to the car to loosen the wheel bolts.

Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack.

If the wheel bolt is very tight, carefully push on the end of the wheel wrench with your foot. Hold on to the vehicle for support and take care not to slip during this operation.

Loosening wheel bolts

Fit the wheel wrench on as far as it will go Fig. 80.

Hold the wrench at the end and rotate the bolt approximately one turn anticlock- wise in Removing and fitting the wheel on page 65.

The caps protect the wheel bolts and should be pushed fully on again after changing the tyre.

Loosening the anti-theft wheel bolt

Take the adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts out of the vehicle tool kit.

Insert the adapter fully onto the anti-theft wheel bolt Fig. 81.

Fit the wheel wrench as far as it will go over the adapter.

Hold the wrench at the end and rotate the bolt approximately one turn anticlock- wise in Removing and fitting the wheel on page 65.

The anti-theft wheel bolt has a different cap. This cap only fits on anti-theft locking bolts and is not for use with standard wheel bolts.

Important information about wheel bolts

Factory-fitted rims and wheel bolts are spe- cially matched during construction. There- fore, if different rims are fitted, the correct wheel bolts with the right length and heads must be used. This ensures that wheels are fitted securely and that the brake system functions correctly.

In certain circumstances, you should not even use wheel bolts from vehicles of the same model.

In wheels with full hubcaps, the anti-theft locking bolt must be threaded onto positions

2 or 3 , taking the tyre valves position as reference 1 . Otherwise it will not be possi- ble to mount the hubcap.

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Raising the vehicle

Fig. 82 Jack position points.

Fig. 83 Fitting the jack.

Place the jack* (vehicle tools) on firm ground. If necessary use a large, strong board or similar support. If the surface is slip- pery (for example tiles) place the jack on a rubber mat or similar to prevent it from slip- ping .

Find the support point on the strut (sunken area) closest to the wheel to be changed Fig. 82.

Turn the jack* crank handle, located below the strut support point, to raise it until the tab 1 Fig. 83 is below the housing provi- ded.

Align the jack* so that tab 1 grips onto the housing provided on the strut and the mobile base 2 is resting on the ground. The base plate 2 should fall vertically with re- spect to the support point 1 .

Continue turning the jack* until the wheel is slightly lifted off the ground.

WARNING

Make sure that the jack* remains stable. If the surface is slippery or soft, the jack* could slip or sink, respectively, with the resultant risk of injury.

Only raise the vehicle with the jack* sup- plied by the manufacturer. Other vehicles could slip, with the consequent risk of injury.

Only mount the jack* on the support points designed for this purpose on the strut, and always align the jack correctly. If you do not, the jack* could slip as it does not have an ad- equate grip on the vehicle: risk of injury!

The height of the parked vehicle can change as a result of variations in tempera- ture and loading.

CAUTION

The vehicle must not be raised on the cross- bar. Only place the jack* on the points de- signed for this purpose on the strut. Other- wise, the vehicle may be damaged.

Removing and fitting the wheel

Change the wheel after loosening the wheel bolts and raising the vehicle with the jack.

Taking off the wheel

Unscrew the wheel bolts using the box spanner and place them on a clean surface.

Take off the wheel .

Putting on the spare wheel

When fitting tyres with a compulsory rotation direction, observe the instructions in page 65.

Mount the wheel.

Screw on the wheel bolts in position and tighten them loosely with a box spanner.

Carefully lower the vehicle using the jack*.

Tighten the wheel bolts in diagonal pairs using the wheel brace.

The wheel bolts should be clean and turn easily. Before fitting the spare wheel, inspect

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the wheel condition and hub mounting surfa- ces. These surfaces must be clean before fit- ting the wheel.

Wheel bolt tightening torque

The prescribed tightening torque for wheel bolts for steel and alloy wheels is 140 Nm. After changing a wheel, have the tightening torque checked immediately with a torque wrench that is working perfectly.

Before checking tightening torque, have any rusty wheel bolts that are difficult to screw re- placed and clean the wheel hub threads.

Never apply grease or oil to wheel bolts or to the wheel hub threads. Even if the bolts have been tightened to the prescribed torque, they could come loose while driving.

WARNING

If the wheel bolts are not properly tightened, they could come loose while driving and cause an accident, serious injury and loss of vehicle control.

Use only wheel bolts which correspond to the rim in question.

Never use different wheel bolts.

Wheel bolts and threads should be clean, free of oil and grease, and it should be possi- ble to screw them easily.

To loosen and tighten wheel bolts, only use the wheel wrench that came with the car from the factory.

Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack.

Never apply grease or oil to wheel bolts or to the wheel hub threads. Even if the bolts have been tightened to the prescribed tor- que, they could come loose while driving.

Never loosen the screwed joints of wheel rims with bolted ring trims.

If wheel bolts are tightened below the pre- scribed torque, the bolts and rims could come loose while driving. If tightening torque is too high, the wheel bolts or threads can be dam- aged.

CAUTION

When removing/fitting the wheel, the rim may hit and damage the brake disc. For this reason, please take care and get a second person to assist you.

Tyres with compulsory rotation direc- tion

A directional tread pattern can be identified by the arrows on the sidewall that point in the direction of rotation. Always observe the direction of rotation indicated when fitting the wheel to guarantee optimum properties of this type of tyres with regard to grip, noises, wear and aquaplaning.

If it is absolutely necessary to fit the spare tyre* against the direction of rotation, drive

with care as this means the tyre does not of- fer optimum driving properties. This is of par- ticular importance when the road surface is wet.

To return to directional tread tires, replace the punctured tyre as soon as possible and restore the obligatory direction of rotation of all tyres.

Subsequent work

Alloy wheels: replace the wheel bolt caps.

Plate wheels: replace the wheel hubcap.

Return all tools to their proper storing loca- tion.

If the replaced wheel does not fit in the spare wheel housing, store it safely in the luggage compartment page 152.

Check the tyre pressure of the newly moun- ted tyre as soon as possible.

In vehicles fitted with a tyre pressure indi- cator, adjust the pressure and store it in memory page 282.

Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as possible with a tor- que wrench (it should be 120 Nm). Mean- while, drive carefully.

Have the flat tyre replaced as quickly as possible.

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Snow chains

Use

Snow chains should only be used on the front wheels.

Check that they are correctly seated after driving for a few yards; correct the position if necessary, in accordance with the manufac- turer's fitting instructions.

Keep your speed below 50 km/h (30 mph).

If there is a danger of being trapped de- spite having mounted the chains, it is best to disable the driving wheels (ASR) in the ESC page 177.

Snow chains will improve braking ability as well as traction in winter conditions.

For technical reasons snow chains may only be used with the following wheel rim/tyre combination.

195/60 R16 Chains with links of maximum 13.5 mm

Remove wheel covers and any integral trim ring before fitting snow chains.

Remove the chains when roads are free of snow. Driving characteristics worsen, and the wheels become damaged quickly and may even be rendered unusable.

WARNING

Snow chains should be correctly tightened in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc- tions. This will prevent the chains coming in- to contact with the wheel housing.

Emergency towing of the vehi- cle

Towing

Fig. 84 Right side of the front bumper: Tow- ing ring.

Fig. 85 Right side of the rear bumper: Towing ring.

Towline anchorages

Attach the bar or rope to the towline ancho- rages.

The towline anchorages are located under the floor panel in the luggage compartment, next to the vehicle tools page 61.

Screw the towline anchorage into the screw connection Fig. 84 o Fig. 85 and tighten it with the wheel brace.

Tow rope or tow bar

It is easier and safer for the vehicle to be tow- ed using a tow bar. You should only use a tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.

A tow rope should be slightly elastic to re- duce the loading on both vehicles. It is advis- able to use a tow rope made of synthetic fi- bre or similarly elastic material.

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Attach the tow rope or the tow bar only to the towline anchorages provided or a towing bracket.

Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle

The tow rope must be taut before you drive off.

Release the clutch very carefully when start- ing the vehicle (manual gearbox), or acceler- ate gently (automatic gearbox).

Driving style

Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow rope. Both drivers should realise how difficult it is to tow a vehicle. In- experienced drivers should not attempt to tow.

Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and take care to avoid jerking the tow rope. When towing on an unpaved road, there is al- ways a risk of overloading and damaging the anchorage points.

The ignition of the vehicle being towed must be switched on to prevent the steering wheel from locking and also to allow the use of the turn signals, horn, windscreen wipers and washers.

Place the gear lever in neutral on vehicles with a manual gearbox. With an automatic gearbox, place the lever in N.

The brake servo only works when the engine is running. When not running, you must ap- ply considerably more pressure to the brake pedal.

As the power assisted steering does not work if the engine is not running, you will need more strength to steer than you normally would.

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Tow-starting

If the engine will not start, first try starting it using the battery of another vehicle page 67. You should only attempt to tow- start a vehicle if charging the battery does not work. This is done by leveraging wheel movement.

When tow-starting a vehicle with a petrol en- gine, do not tow it more than a short dis- tance, otherwise unburned fuel can enter the catalytic converter.

However, if your vehicle has to be tow-star- ted:

Engage 2nd or 3rd gear.

Keep the clutch pressed down.

Switch the ignition on.

Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.

As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing vehicle.

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How to jump start

Jump leads

The jump lead must have a sufficient wire cross section.

If the engine fails to start because of a dis- charged battery, the battery can be connec- ted to the battery of another vehicle to start the engine.

Jump leads

Jump leads must comply with standard DIN 72553 (see cable manufacturer's instruc- tions). The wire cross section must be at least 25 mm2 for petrol engines and at least 35 mm2 for diesel engines.

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Note

The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as soon as the positive terminals are connected.

The discharged battery must be properly connected to the on-board network.

How to jump start: description

Fig. 86 Diagram of connections for vehicles without Start-Stop system.

Fig. 87 Diagram of connections for vehicles with Start-Stop system.

Jump lead terminal connections

1. Switch off the ignition of both vehicles .

2. Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive + terminal of the vehicle with the flat battery A Fig. 86.

3. Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal + in the ve- hicle providing assistance B .

4. For vehicles without Start-Stop system: connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative terminal of the vehicle providing the current B Fig. 86.

For vehicles with Start-Stop system: con- nect one end of the black jump lead X to a suitable ground terminal, to a solid piece of metal in the engine block, or to the engine block itself Fig. 87.

5. Connect the other end of the black jump lead X to a solid metal component bolted to the engine block or to the engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery. Do not connect it to a point near the bat- tery A .

6. Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.

Starting

7. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let it run at idling speed.

8. Start the engine of the vehicle with the flat battery and wait for 2 or 3 minutes until the engine is running.

Removing the jump leads

9. Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the dipped beam headlights if they are switched on.

10.Turn on the heater blower and heated rear window in the vehicle with the flat battery. This helps minimise voltage peaks which are generated when the leads are discon- nected.

11.When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse order to the details given above.

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Make sure the battery clamps have sufficient metal-to-metal contact with the battery termi- nals.

If the engine fails to start, switch off the start- er after about 10 seconds and try again after about a minute.

WARNING

Please note the safety warnings referring to working in the engine compartment page 267, Working in the engine compartment.

The battery providing assistance must have the same voltage as the flat battery (12 V) and approximately the same capacity (see imprint on battery). Failure to comply could result in an explosion.

Never use jump leads when one of the bat- teries is frozen. Danger of explosion! Even af- ter the battery has thawed, battery acid could leak and cause chemical burns. If a battery freezes, it should be replaced.

Keep sparks, flames and lighted cigarettes away from batteries, danger of explosion. Failure to comply could result in an explo- sion.

Observe the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the jump leads.

Do not connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the negative terminal of the flat battery. The gas emitted from the battery could be ignited by sparks. Danger of explosion.

Never attach the negative cable to fuel sys- tem components or the brake lines in the oth- er vehicle.

The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps must not be allowed to touch. The jump lead attached to the positive battery terminal must not touch metal parts of the ve- hicle, this can cause a short circuit.

Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.

Do not lean on the batteries. This could re- sult in chemical burns.

Note

The vehicles must not touch each other, oth- erwise electricity could flow as soon as the positive terminals are connected.

Changing the windscreen wiper blades

Changing the wiper blades

Fig. 88 Wipers in service position.

Fig. 89 Changing the windscreen wiper blade.

To change the blades it is necessary to move the wipers from the rest position into the service position.

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Do not change the windscreen wipers when out of the service position, as it could cause paint to flake off the bonnet due to friction with the windscreen wiper arm.

Service position (for changing wiper blades)

Ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen.

Turn the ignition on and off and then (with- in approximately 9 seconds) push the wind- screen wiper lever down (short wipe). The windscreen wipers will move to the service position Fig. 88.

Removing the wiper blade

Lift the windscreen wiper arm.

Press the securing tab down 1 Fig. 89.

Extract the wiper blade from the wiper arm.

Fitting the wiper blade

Insert the wiper blade onto the windscreen wiper arm until it clicks into place.

Place the windscreen wiper arms to their in- itial position.

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Changing the rear window wiper blade

Fig. 90 Removing and fitting the rear window wiper blade.

Removing the wiper blade

Lift the wiper arm away from the glass

Slide the blade adapter in the direction of the arrow and remove the blade Fig. 90 A.

Fitting the wiper blade

With one hand, hold the top end of the wip- er arm.

Place the blade as shown in Fig. 90 B and slide the adapter along until it engages.

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Safety

Safe driving

Safety first!

This chapter contains important information, tips, suggestions and warnings that you should read and consider for both your own safety and for your passengers' safety.

WARNING

This manual contains important informa- tion about the operation of the vehicle, both for the driver and the passengers. The other sections of the on-board documentation also contain further information that you should be aware of for your own safety and for the safety of your passengers.

Ensure that the on-board documentation is kept in the vehicle at all times. This is espe- cially important when lending or selling the vehicle to another person.

Advice about driving

Before setting off

For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, always note the following points before every trip:

Make sure that the vehicle's lights and turn signals are working properly.

Check tyre pressure.

Ensure that all windows provide a clear and good view of the surroundings.

Ensure that all luggage is correctly secured page 152.

Make sure that no objects can interfere with the pedals.

Adjust front seat, head restraint and mir- rors properly according to your size.

Ensure that the passenger in the central rear seat always has the head restraint in the correct position for use.

Instruct passengers to adjust the head re- straints according to their height.

Protect children with appropriate child seats and properly applied seat belts page 88.

Assume the correct sitting position. Instruct your passengers also to assume a proper sitting position page 72.

Fasten your seat belt securely. Instruct your passengers also to fasten their seat belts properly page 77.

What affects driving safety?

As a driver, you are responsible for yourself and your passengers. When your concentra- tion or driving safety is affected by any cir- cumstance, you endanger yourself as well as others on the road , for this reason:

Always pay attention to traffic and do not get distracted by passengers or telephone calls.

Never drive when your driving ability is im- paired (e.g. by medication, alcohol, drugs).

Observe traffic laws and speed limits.

Always reduce your speed as appropriate for road, traffic and weather conditions.

When travelling long distances, take breaks regularly - at least every two hours.

If possible, avoid driving when you are tired or stressed.

WARNING

When driving safety is impaired during a trip, the risk of injury and accidents increases.

Safety equipment

Never put your safety or the safety of your passengers in danger. In the event of an acci- dent, the safety equipment may reduce the

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risk of injury. The following list includes most of the safety equipment in your SEAT:

three-point seat belts,

Belt tension limiter for the front and rear side seats

Belt tensioners for the front seats,

front airbags,

Side airbags in the front seat backrests, with chest and head protection

ISOFIX anchor points for ISOFIX rear child seat system

height-adjustable front head restraints,

Rear-centre head restraints with in-use po- sition and non-use position

adjustable steering column.

The safety equipment mentioned above works together to provide you and your pas- sengers with the best possible protection in the event of an accident. However, these safety systems can only be effective if you and your passengers are sitting in a correct position and use this equipment properly.

Safety is everyone's business!

Correct position for passengers

Correct sitting position for driver

Fig. 91 The proper distance between driver and steering wheel.

Fig. 92 Correct head restraint position for the driver.

For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, we recom-

mend the following adjustments for the driv- er:

Adjust the steering wheel so that there is a distance of at least 25 cm between the steering wheel and the centre of your chest Fig. 91.

Move the driver's seat forwards or back- wards so that you are able to press the ac- celerator, brake and clutch pedals to the floor with your knees still slightly angled .

Ensure that you can reach the highest point of the steering wheel.

Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same level as the top of your head Fig. 92.

Move the seat backrest to an upright posi- tion so that your back rests completely against it.

Fasten your seat belt securely page 77.

Keep both feet in the footwell so that you have the vehicle under control at all times.

Adjustment of the driver's seat page 146.

WARNING

An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries.

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Adjust the driver's seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between the centre of the chest and the centre of the steering wheel Fig. 91. If distance is less than 25 cm, the airbag system may not protect you properly.

If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a specialised workshop. The workshop will help you decide if special spe- cific modifications are necessary.

When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This reduces the risk of injury when the driver airbag is triggered.

Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other manner (e.g. in the centre of the steering wheel). In such cases, if the airbag is triggered, you may sus- tain injuries to the arms, hands and head.

To reduce the risk of injury to the driver during sudden braking manoeuvres or an ac- cident, never drive with the backrest tilted far back! The airbag system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when the backrest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her seat belt correct- ly.

Adjust the head restraint properly to ach- ieve optimal protection.

Adjusting the steering wheel position

Read the additional information carefully page 20

WARNING

Never adjust the position of the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving, as this could cause an accident.

Move the lever up firmly so the steering wheel position does not accidentally change during driving. risk of accident!

Make sure you are capable of reaching and firmly holding the upper part of the steering wheel: risk of accident!

If you adjust the steering wheel so that it points towards your face, the driver airbag will not protect you properly in the event of an accident. Make sure that the steering wheel points towards your chest.

Correct sitting position for front pas- senger

For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, we recom- mend the following adjustments for the front passenger:

Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible .

Move the seat backrest to an upright posi- tion so that your back rests completely against it.

Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same level as the top of your head page 75.

Always keep both feet in the footwell in front of the front passenger seat.

Fasten your seat belt securely page 77.

It is possible to deactivate the front passen- ger airbag in exceptional circumstances page 86.

Adjusting the front passenger seat page 18.

WARNING

An incorrect sitting position of the front passenger can lead to severe injuries.

Adjust the front passenger seat so that there is at least 25 cm between your chest and the dash panel. If distance is less than 25 cm, the airbag system may not protect you properly.

If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a specialised workshop. The workshop will help you decide if special spe- cific modifications are necessary.

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Always keep your feet in the footwell when the vehicle is moving; never rest them on the dash panel, out the window or on the seat. An incorrect sitting position exposes you to an increased risk of injury in case of a sudden braking or an accident. If the airbag is trig- gered, you could sustain severe injuries due to an incorrect sitting position.

To reduce the risk of injury to the front pas- senger in events such as sudden braking ma- noeuvres or an accident, never travel with the backrest tilted far back! The airbag system and seat belts can only provide optimal pro- tection when the backrest is in an upright po- sition and the front passenger is wearing his or her seat belt properly. The further the seat backrests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web or to the incorrect sitting po- sition!

Adjust the head restraint correctly in order to achieve maximum protection.

Correct sitting position for rear seat passengers

To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an accident, passengers on the rear seat bench must con- sider the following:

Sit up straight.

Adjust the head restraint to the correct po- sition page 75.

Always keep both feet in the footwell in front of the rear seat.

Fasten your seat belt securely page 77.

Use an appropriate child restraint system when you take children in the vehicle page 88.

WARNING

If the passengers in the rear seats are not sitting properly, they could sustain severe in- juries.

Adjust the head restraint correctly in order to achieve maximum protection.

Seat belts can only provide optimal protec- tion when seat backrests are in an upright position and the vehicle occupants are wear- ing their seat belts correctly. If passengers In the rear seats are not sitting in an upright po- sition, the risk of injury due to incorrect posi- tioning of the seat belt increases.

Examples of incorrect sitting posi- tions

Seat belts can provide optimal protection on- ly when the belt webs are properly posi- tioned. Incorrect sitting positions substan- tially reduce the protective function of seat belts and increase the risk of injury due to in- correct seat belt position. As the driver, you are responsible for all passengers, especially children.

Never allow anyone to assume an incorrect sitting position in the vehicle while travel- ling .

The following list contains examples of sit- ting positions that could be dangerous for all vehicle occupants. The list is not complete, but we would like to make you aware of this issue.

Therefore, whenever the vehicle is in motion:

Never stand in the vehicle.

Never stand on the seats.

Never kneel on the seats.

Never tilt your seat backrest far to the rear.

Never lean against the dash panel.

Never lie on the rear bench.

Never sit on the front edge of a seat.

Never sit sideways.

Never lean out of a window.

Never put your feet out of a window.

Never put your feet on the dash panel.

Never put your feet on the surface of a seat.

Do not allow anyone to travel in the foot- well.

Never travel without wearing the seat belt.

Do not allow anyone to travel in the lug- gage compartment.

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WARNING

Any incorrect sitting position increases the risk of severe injuries.

Sitting in an incorrect position exposes the vehicle occupants to severe injuries if airbags are triggered, by striking a vehicle occupant who has assumed an incorrect sitting posi- tion.

Before the vehicle moves, assume the prop- er sitting position and maintain it throughout the trip. Before every trip, instruct your pas- sengers to sit properly and to stay in this po- sition during the trip page 72, Correct posi- tion for passengers.

Correct adjustment of front head re- straints

Fig. 93 Correctly adjusted head restraint as viewed from the front and the side.

Properly adjusted head restraints are an im- portant part of passenger protection and can reduce the risk of injuries in most accident situations.

Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is, as far as possible, at the same lev- el as the top of your head, or at the very least, at eye level Fig. 93.

WARNING

Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted increases the risk of severe injuries. An improper adjustment of the head restraints may cause death in an ac- cident and increase the risk of suffering inju- ries during abrupt braking actions or unex- pected manoeuvres.

The head restraints must always be adjus- ted according to the height of the passenger.

Correct adjustment of rear head re- straints

Fig. 94 Head restraints in the correct posi- tion.

Fig. 95 Head restraint position warning label.

Properly adjusted head restraints are an im- portant part of the passenger protection and can reduce the risk of injuries in most acci- dent situations

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Rear head restraints

The rear head restraints have 2 positions: use and non-use.

One position for use (head restraint raised) Fig. 94. In this position, the head re- straints are used normally, protecting pas- sengers along with the rear seat belts.

And one position for non-use (head re- straint lowered).

To fit the head restraints in position for use, pull on the edges with both hands in the direction of the arrow.

WARNING

Under no circumstances should the rear passengers travel while the head restraints are in the non-use position. See the warning label located on the rear side fixed window Fig. 95.

Do not swap the centre rear head restraint with either of the outer seat rear head re- straints. Risk of injury in case of an accident!

CAUTION

Note the instructions on the adjustment of the head restraints page 146.

Pedal area

Pedals

Ensure that you can always press the accel- erator, brake and clutch pedals unimpaired to the floor.

Ensure that the pedals can return unim- paired to their initial positions.

Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas- tened during the trip and do not obstruct the pedals .

Only use floor mats which leave the pedals clear and which are secured to prevent them from slipping. You can obtain suitable floor mats from a specialised dealership.

If a brake circuit fails, the brake pedal must be pressed down thoroughly in order to stop the vehicle.

Wear suitable footwear

Always wear shoes which support your feet properly and give you a good feeling for the pedals.

WARNING

If the pedals are obstructed, an accident may occur. Risk of serious injuries.

Never lay or fit floor mats or other floor cov- erings over the original floor mats. This

would reduce the pedal area and could ob- struct the pedals. Risk of accident.

Never place objects in the driver footwell. An object could move into the pedal area and impair pedal operation. In the event of a sud- den driving or braking manoeuvre, you will not be able to operate the brake, clutch or ac- celerator pedal. Risk of accident!

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Seat belts

Why wear a seat belt?

Number of seats

Your vehicle has five seats, two in the front and three in the rear. Each seat is equipped with a three-point seat belt.

WARNING

Never transport more than the permitted amount of people in your vehicle.

Every vehicle occupant must properly fas- ten and wear the seat belt belonging to his or her seat. Children must be protected with an appropriate child restraint system.

Seat belt lamp*

Fig. 96 Instrument panel: right rear seat oc- cupied and corresponding seat belt fastened display.

The control lamp illuminates to remind the driver to fasten his seat belt.

Before starting the vehicle:

Fasten your seat belt securely.

Instruct your passengers to fasten their seat belts properly before driving off.

Protect children by using a child seat ac- cording to the child's height and weight.

When the ignition is switched on, the control lamp in the instrument panel lights up (de- pending on the model version) if the driver or passenger have not fastened their seat belts.

An audible warning signal will sound for a few seconds if the seat belts are not fastened as the vehicle drives off and reaches a speed

of more than approximately 25 km/h (15 mph) or if the seat belts are unfastened while the vehicle is in motion. The warning light will also flash .

The lamp goes out when the driver and passenger seat belts are fastened with the ig- nition switched on.

Rear seat belts fastened display*

Depending on the model version, when the ignition is switched on, the seat belt status display Fig. 96 on the instrument panel in- forms the driver whether the passengers in the rear seats have fastened their seat belts. The symbol indicates that the passenger in this seat has fastened his or her seat belt.

When a seat belt in the rear seats is fastened or unfastened, the seat belt status is dis- played for approximately 30 seconds. The in- dication can be hidden by pressing the 0.0/SET button on the dash panel.

The seat belt status flashes for a maximum of 30 seconds when a seat belt in the rear seats is unfastened while the vehicle is in motion. An audible warning will also be heard if the vehicle is travelling at over 25 km/h (15 mph).

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The protective function of seat belts

Fig. 97 Drivers with properly worn seat belts will not be thrown forward in the event of sud- den braking.

Properly worn seat belts hold the occupants in the proper position. These also help pre- vent uncontrolled movements that may result in serious injury and reduce the risk of being thrown out of the vehicle.

Vehicle occupants wearing their seat belts correctly benefit greatly from the ability of the belts to absorb kinetic energy. In addition, the front part of your vehicle and other pas- sive safety features (such as the airbag sys- tem) are designed to absorb the kinetic ener- gy released in a collision. Taken together, all these features reduce the releasing kinetic energy and consequently, the risk of injury. This is why it is so important to fasten seat belts before every trip, even when "just driv- ing around the corner".

Ensure that your passengers wear their seat belts as well. Accident statistics have shown that wearing seat belts is an effective means of substantially reducing the risk of injury and improving the chances of survival when involved in a serious accident. Furthermore, properly worn seat belts improve the protec- tion provided by airbags in the event of an accident. For this reason, wearing a seat belt is required by law in most countries.

Although your vehicle is equipped with air- bags, the seat belts must be fastened and worn. The front airbags, for example, are only triggered in some cases of head-on collision. The front airbags will not be triggered during minor frontal or side collisions, rear-end colli- sions, rollovers or accidents in which the air- bag trigger threshold value in the control unit is not exceeded.

Therefore, you should always wear your seat belt and ensure that all vehicle occupants have fastened their seat belts properly before you drive off!

Safety instructions on using seat belts

Always wear the seat belt as described in this section.

Ensure that the seat belts can be fastened at all times and are not damaged.

WARNING

If seat belts are worn incorrectly or not at all, the risk of severe injuries increases. The optimal protection from seat belts can be achieved only if you use them properly.

Fasten your seat belt before every trip - even when driving in town. Other vehicle oc- cupants must also wear the seat belts at all times, otherwise they run the risk of being in- jured.

The seat belt cannot offer its full protection if the seat belt is not positioned correctly.

Never allow two passengers (even children) to share the same seat belt.

Always keep both feet in the footwell in front of your seat as long as the vehicle is in motion.

Never unbuckle a seat belt while the vehi- cle is in motion. Risk of fatal injury.

The seat belt must never be twisted while it is being worn.

The seat belt should never lie on hard or fragile objects (such as glasses or pens, etc.) because this can cause injuries.

Do not allow the seat belt to be damaged or jammed, or to rub on any sharp edges.

Never wear the seat belt under the arm or in any other incorrect position.

Loose, bulky clothing (such as an overcoat over a jacket) impairs the proper fit and func- tion of the seat belts, reducing their capacity to protect.

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The slot in the seat belt buckle must not be blocked with paper or other objects, as this can prevent the latch plate from engaging se- curely.

Never use seat belt clips, fastening rings or similar items to alter the position of the belt webbing.

Frayed or torn seat belts or damage to the connections, belt retractors or parts of the buckle could cause severe injuries in the event of an accident. Therefore, you must check the condition of all seat belts at regular intervals.

Seat belts which have been worn in an acci- dent and stretched must be replaced by a specialised workshop. Renewal may be nec- essary even if there is no apparent damage. The belt anchorage should also be checked.

Do not attempt to repair a damaged seat belt yourself. The seat belts must not be re- moved or modified in any way.

The belts must be kept clean, otherwise the retractors may not work properly.

Head-on collisions and the laws of physics

Fig. 98 A driver not wearing a seat belt is thrown forward violently.

Fig. 99 The unbelted passenger in the rear seat is thrown forward violently, hitting the driver who is wearing a seat belt.

It is easy to explain how the laws of physics work in the case of a head-on collision: when a vehicle starts moving, a type of energy

called kinetic energy is created both in the passengers and inside the vehicle.

The amount of kinetic energy depends on the speed of the vehicle and the weight of the vehicle and its passengers. The higher the speed and the greater the weight, the more energy there is to be absorbed in an accident.

The most significant factor, however, is the speed of the vehicle. If the speed doubles from 25 km/h (15 mph) to 50 km/h (30 mph), for example, the corresponding ki- netic energy is multiplied by four.

Because the vehicle occupants in our exam- ple are not restrained by seat belts, in the event of crashing against a wall, all of the oc- cupants' kinetic energy will be absorbed solely by said impact.

Even at speeds of 30 km/h (19 mph) to 50 km/h (30 mph), the forces acting on bod- ies in a collision can easily exceed one tonne (1000 kg). At greater speed these forces are even higher.

Vehicle occupants not wearing seat belts are not attached to the vehicle. In a head-on collision, they will move forward at the same speed their vehicle was travelling just before the impact. This example applies not only to head-on collisions, but to all accidents and collisions.

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Even at low speeds the forces acting on the body in a collision are so great that it is not possible to brace oneself with one's hands. In a frontal collision, unbelted passengers are thrown forward and will make violent con- tact with the steering wheel, dash panel, windscreen or whatever else is in the way Fig. 98.

It is also important for rear passengers to wear seat belts properly, as they could other- wise be thrown forward violently through the vehicle interior in an accident. Passengers in the rear seats who do not use seat belts en- danger not only themselves but also the front occupants Fig. 99.

How to properly adjust your seatbelt

Fastening and unfastening the seat belt

Fig. 100 Positioning and removing the seat belt buckle.

Fig. 101 Position of seat belt during pregnan- cy.

Read the additional information carefully page 19.

Fasten your seat belt

The seat belt cannot offer its full protection if the seat belt is not positioned correctly.

Adjust the seat and head restraint correctly.

To fasten the belt, take hold of the latch plate and pull it slowly across your chest and lap.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the appropriate seat and push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click Fig. 100.

Pull the belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely engaged in the buckle.

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The seat belts are equipped with an automat- ic retractor on the shoulder strap. Full free- dom of movement is permitted when the shoulder belt is pulled slowly. However, dur- ing sudden braking, during travel in steep areas or bends and during acceleration, the automatic retractor on the shoulder belt is locked.

The automatic belt retractors on the front seats are fitted with seat belt tensioners page 81.

Releasing the seat belt

Press the red button on the belt buckle Fig. 100. The latch plate is released and springs out .

Guide the belt back by hand so that it rolls up easily and the trim is not damaged.

Positioning seat belts

Seat belts offer their maximum protection on- ly when they are properly positioned.

WARNING

The seat belts offer best protection only when the backrests are in an upright position and the seat belts have been fastened prop- erly.

Never put the latch plate in the buckle of another seat. If you do this, the seat belt will not protect you properly and the risk of injury is increased.

Never unbuckle a seat belt while the vehi- cle is in motion. If you do, you increase the risk of sustaining severe or fatal injuries.

An incorrectly worn seat belt can cause se- vere injuries in the event of an accident.

The shoulder part of the seat belt must lie on the centre of the shoulder, never across the neck. The seat belt must lie flat and fit comfortably on the torso

The lap part of the seat belt must lie across the pelvis, never across the stomach. The seat belt must lie flat and fit comfortably on the pelvis Pull the belt tight if necessary to take up any slack.

For pregnant women, the lap part of the seat belt must lie as low as possible over the pelvis, never across the stomach, and always lie flat so that no pressure is exerted on the abdomen Fig. 101.

Always engage the retractor lock when you are securing a child seat in group 0, 0+ or 1 page 88.

Read and observe the warnings page 78.

Belt pretensioners*

How the seat belt tensioner works

Read the additional information carefully page 20

The seat belts for the front and side rear oc- cupants are equipped with belt tensioners. The belt tensioners are activated by sensors, although only in severe head-on and lateral collisions. This retracts and tightens the seat belts, reducing the forward motion of the oc- cupants.

The belt tensioners will not be triggered in the event of minor collisions, if the vehicle overturns, or in accidents where no major forces act on the vehicle.

Note

If the seat belt tensioners are triggered, a fine dust is produced. This is normal and it is not an indication of fire in the vehicle.

The relevant safety requirements must be observed when the vehicle or components of the system are scrapped. Specialised work- shops are familiar with these regulations, which are also available to you.

Service and disposal of belt tension- ers

The belt tensioners are components of the seat belts that are installed in the seats of your vehicle. If you work on the belt tension- ers or remove and install parts of the system when performing other repair work, the seat belt may be damaged. The consequence may be that, in the event of an accident, the belt

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tensioners function incorrectly or may not function at all.

So that the effectiveness of the seat belt ten- sioner is not reduced and that removed parts do not cause any injuries or environmental pollution, regulations, which are known to the specialised workshops, must be ob- served.

WARNING

Improper use or repairs not carried out by qualified mechanics increase the risk of se- vere or fatal injuries. The belt tensioners may fail to trigger or may trigger in the wrong cir- cumstances.

Never attempt to repair, adjust, remove or install parts of the belt tensioners or seat belts.

The seat belt tensioner, seat belt and auto- matic retractor cannot be repaired.

Any work on the belt tensioners and seat belts, including the removal and refitting of system parts in conjunction with other repair work, must be performed by a specialised workshop only.

The belt tensioners will only provide pro- tection for one accident and must be changed if they have been activated.

Airbag system

Brief introduction

Why is it so important to wear a seat belt and to sit correctly?

For the inflating airbags to achieve the best protection, the seat belt must always be worn properly and the correct sitting position must be assumed.

The airbag system is not a substitute for seat belts, but it is an integral part of the vehicle's overall passive safety system. Please bear in mind that the airbag system can only work ef- fectively when the vehicle occupants are wearing their seat belts correctly and have adjusted the head restraints properly. There- fore, it is most important to properly wear the seat belts at all times, not only because this is required by law in most countries, but also for your safety page 77, Why wear a seat belt?.

The airbag inflates in a matter of seconds, so if you are not properly seated when the air- bag is triggered, you may sustain fatal inju- ries. Therefore, it is essential that all vehicle occupants assume a correct sitting position while travelling.

Sharp braking before an accident may cause a passenger not wearing a seat belt to be thrown forward into the area of the deploying

airbag. In this case, the inflating airbag may inflict critical or fatal injuries on the occu- pant. This also applies to children.

Always maintain the greatest possible dis- tance between yourself and the front airbag. This way, the front airbags can completely deploy when triggered, providing their maxi- mum protection.

The most important factors that will trigger an airbag are: the type of accident, the angle of collision and the speed of the vehicle.

Whether or not the airbags are triggered de- pends primarily on the vehicle deceleration rate resulting from the collision and detected by the control unit. If the vehicle deceleration occurring during the collision and measured by the control unit remains below the speci- fied reference values, the front, side and/or curtain airbags will not be triggered. Take in- to account that the visible damage in a vehi- cle involved in an accident, no matter how serious, is not a determining factor for the airbags to have been triggered.

WARNING

Wearing the seat belt incorrectly or assum- ing an incorrect sitting position can lead to critical or fatal injuries.

All vehicle occupants, including children, who are not properly belted can sustain criti- cal or fatal injuries if the airbag is triggered. Children up to 12 years old should always

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travel on the rear seat. Never transport children in the vehicle if they are not restrain- ed or the restraint system is not appropriate for their age, size or weight.

If you are not wearing a seat belt, or if you lean forward or to the side while travelling or assume an incorrect sitting position, there is a substantially increased risk of injury. This increased risk of injury will be further in- creased if you are struck by an inflating air- bag.

To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating airbag, always wear the seat belt properly.

Always adjust the front seats properly.

Description of airbag system

Read the additional information carefully page 20.

The airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belts. The airbag system offers addition- al protection for the driver and passenger in combination with the seat belts.

The airbag system mainly comprises (as per vehicle equipment):

an electronic control and monitoring sys- tem (control unit)

frontal airbags for driver and passenger,

side airbags,

curtain airbags,

a control lamp on the dash panel page 84.

key-operated switch for front passenger air- bag,

a control lamp for disabling/enabling the front passenger airbag.

The airbag system operation is monitored electronically. The airbag control lamp will il- luminate for a few seconds every time the ig- nition is switched on (self-diagnosis).

There is a fault in the system if the control lamp :

does not light up when the ignition is switched on page 84,

turns off after 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on,

turns off and then lights up again after the ignition is switched on,

illuminates or flashes while the vehicle is moving.

The airbag system is not triggered if:

the ignition is switched off

there is a minor frontal collision

there is a minor side collision

there is a rear-end collision

the vehicle turns over.

WARNING

The seat belts and airbags can only provide maximum protection if the occupants are seated correctly page 72, Correct position for passengers.

If a fault has occurred in the airbag system, have the system checked immediately by a specialised workshop. Otherwise, during a frontal collision the system might not trigger correctly or may fail to trigger at all.

Airbag activation

The airbags deploy extremely rapidly, within thousandths of a second, to provide addi- tional protection in the event of an accident. A fine dust may develop when the airbag de- ploys. This is normal and it is not an indica- tion of fire in the vehicle.

The airbag system is only ready to function when the ignition is on.

In special accidents instances, several air- bags may activate at the same time.

In the event of minor head-on and side colli- sions, rear-end collisions, overturning or roll- over of the vehicle, airbags do not activate.

Activation factors

The conditions that lead to the airbag system activating in each situation cannot be gener- alised. Some factors play an important role,

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such as the properties of the object the vehi- cle hits (hard/soft), angle of impact, vehicle speed, etc.

Deceleration trajectory is key for airbag acti- vation.

The control unit analyses the collision trajec- tory and activates the respective restraint system.

If the deceleration rate is below the prede- fined reference value in the control unit the airbags will not be triggered, even though the accident may cause extensive damage to the car.

The following airbags are triggered in seri- ous head-on collisions

Driver airbag.

Front passenger front airbag

The following airbags are triggered in seri- ous side-on collisions

Front side airbag on the side of the acci- dent.

Rear side airbag on the side of the acci- dent.

Curtain (head) airbag on the side of the ac- cident.

In an accident with airbag activation:

the interior lights switch on (if the interior light switch is in the courtesy light position);

the hazard warning lights switch on;

all doors are unlocked;

the fuel supply to the engine is cut.

Airbag control lamp and seat belt ten- sioner

The control lamp monitors all airbags and seat belt tensioners in the vehicle, including control units and wiring connections.

Monitoring of airbag and belt tensioner sys- tem

Both the airbag and belt tensioner systems operation is constantly monitored electroni- cally. The control lamp will light up for a few seconds every time the ignition is switch- ed on (self-diagnosis).

The system must be checked when the con- trol lamp :

does not light up when the ignition is switched on,

turns off after 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on,

turns off and then lights up again after the ignition is switched on,

illuminates or flashes while the vehicle is moving.

In the event of a malfunction, the warning lamp remains on continuously. Have the air- bag system inspected immediately by a spe- cialised workshop.

If any of the airbags are disabled by a Techni- cal Service, the warning lamp flashes for sev- eral more seconds after verification and will turn off if there is no fault.

WARNING

If there is a malfunction, the airbag and belt tensioner system cannot properly per- form its protective function.

If a malfunction occurs, have the system checked immediately by a specialised work- shop. Otherwise, in the event of an accident, the airbag system and belt tensioners may not be triggered, or may not be triggered cor- rectly.

Airbag safety instructions

Front airbags

Read the additional information carefully page 21.

WARNING

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seated correctly page 72, Correct position for passengers.

The deployment space between the front passengers and the airbags must not in any case be occupied by other passenger, pets and objects.

The airbags provide protection for just one accident; replace them once they have de- ployed.

It is also important not to attach any ob- jects such as cup holders or telephone mountings to the surfaces covering the air- bag units.

Do not attempt to modify components of the airbag system in any way.

Side airbags*

Read the additional information carefully page 22.

WARNING

If you do not wear a seat belt, if you lean forward, or are not seated correctly while the vehicle is in motion, you are at a greater risk of injury if the side airbag system is triggered in an accident.

In order for the side airbags to provide their maximum protection, the prescribed sitting position must always be maintained with seat belts fastened while travelling.

Occupants of the outer seats must never carry any objects or pets in the deployment space between them and the airbags, or al- low children or other passengers to travel in this position. It is also important not to at- tach any accessories (such as cup holders) to the doors. This would impair the protection offered by the side airbags.

The built-in coat hooks should be used only for lightweight clothing. Do not leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.

Great forces, such as hard blows or kicks, must not be exerted upon the backrest bol- ster because the system may be damaged. In this case, the side airbags would not be trig- gered.

Under no circumstances should protective covers be fitted over seats with side airbags unless the covers have been approved for use in your vehicle. Because the airbag deploys from the side of the backrest, the use of con- ventional seat covers would obstruct the side airbag, seriously reducing the airbag's effec- tiveness.

Any damage to the original seat upholstery or around the seams of the side airbag units must be repaired immediately by a special- ised workshop.

The airbags provide protection for just one accident; replace them once they have de- ployed.

Any work on the side airbag system or re- moval and installation of the airbag compo- nents for other repairs (such as removal of the front seat) should only be performed by a

specialised workshop. Otherwise, faults may occur during the airbag system operation.

Do not attempt to modify components of the airbag system in any way.

The side and head airbags are managed through sensors located in the interior of the front doors. To ensure the correct operation of the side and curtain (head) airbags neither the doors nor the door panels should be modified in any way (e.g. fitting loudspeak- ers). If the front door is damaged, the airbag system may not work correctly. All work car- ried out on the front door must be done in a specialised workshop.

In a side-on collision the side airbags will not work if the sensors do not correctly meas- ure the pressure increase on the interior of the doors, due to air escaping through the areas with holes or openings in the door pan- el.

Never drive if the interior door panels have been removed or if the panels have not been correctly fitted.

Never drive the vehicle if the loudspeakers in the door panels have been removed, un- less the holes left by the loudspeakers have been closed properly.

Always check that the openings are closed or covered if additional loudspeakers or other equipment are fitted inside the door panels.

Any work carried out to the doors should be made in an authorised specialised workshop.

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Curtain airbags*

Read the additional information carefully page 22.

WARNING

In order for the head-protection airbags to provide their maximum protection, the pre- scribed sitting position must always be main- tained with seat belts fastened while travel- ling.

For safety reasons, the curtain airbag must be disabled in those vehicles fitted with a screen dividing the interior of the vehicle. See your technical service to make this ad- justment.

There must be no other persons, animals or objects between the occupants of the outer seats and the deployment space of the head- protection airbags so that the head-protec- tion airbag can deploy completely without re- striction and provide the greatest possible protection. Therefore, sun blinds which have not been expressly approved for use in your vehicle may not be attached to the side win- dows

The built-in coat hooks should be used only for lightweight clothing. Do not leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets. Please, do not hang the clothes on coat hang- ers.

The airbags provide protection for just one accident; replace them once they have de- ployed.

Any work on the head-protection airbag system or removal and installation of the air- bag components for other repairs (such as re- moval of the roof lining) should only be per- formed by a specialised workshop. Other- wise, faults may occur during the airbag sys- tem operation.

Do not attempt to modify components of the airbag system in any way.

The side and head airbags are managed through sensors located in the interior of the front doors. To ensure the correct operation of the side and curtain airbags neither the doors nor the door panels should be modified in any way (e.g. fitting loudspeakers). If the front door is damaged, the airbag system may not work correctly. All work carried out on the front door must be done in a special- ised workshop.

Deactivating airbags

Deactivation of front passenger front airbag*

Fig. 102 Switch for activating and deactivat- ing the front passenger airbag.

Fig. 103 Centre side of dash panel: control lamp for deactivated front passenger airbag in centre console.

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Read the additional information carefully page 21

If you fit a rear-facing child seat to the front passenger seat, the front passenger front air- bag must be de-activated.

When the front passenger airbag is deactiva- ted, this means that only the front passenger front airbag is deactivated. All the other air- bags in the vehicle remain activated.

The and control lamps light up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on Fig. 103. After a few seconds, only the applicable one stays lit. If the airbag is disa- bled, stays lit permanently. If the air- bag is enabled, lights up for approxi- mately 60 seconds and then goes off.

Activating the front passenger front airbag

Switch the ignition off.

Open the door on the front passenger side.

Insert the key into the slot of the switch for deactivating the front passenger airbag Fig. 102. About 3/4 of the key should en- ter, as far as it will go.

Then turn the key gently to the position. Do not force it if you feel resistance, and make sure you have inserted the key fully.

When the ignition is switched on, check whether the control lamp

on the dash panel does Fig. 103 not light up .

The warning lamp is illuminated for 60 seconds in the centre part of the dash panel.

WARNING

It is the driver's responsibility to ensure that the key-operated switch is set to the cor- rect position.

You should deactivate the front passenger front airbag only if you have to use a rear-fac- ing child seat in exceptional cases page 88, Safety for children.

Never install a child seat facing backwards on the front passenger seat unless the front passenger front airbag has been disabled. Otherwise, there is a risk of death.

As soon as the child seat is no longer nee- ded on the front passenger seat, enable the front passenger front airbag again.

Only deactivate the front passenger front airbag when the ignition is off, otherwise a fault may occur in the airbag system, which could cause the airbag to not deploy properly or not deploy at all in case of an accident.

Never leave the key in the airbag disabling switch as it could get damaged or enable or disable the airbag during driving.

When the passenger airbag is deactivated, if the control lamp is not continuously lit up when the front passenger

airbag is disabled, there may be a fault in the airbag system:

Have the airbag system inspected imme- diately by a specialised workshop.

Do not use a child seat on the front pas- senger seat! The front passenger front airbag could be triggered in the event of an accident, even if there is a fault in the system and, as a result, a child could sus- tain serious or fatal injuries.

It is unpredictable whether the front pas- senger airbag will deploy in the event of an accident. Warn all your passengers of this.

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Transporting children safely

Safety for children

Introduction

For safety reasons, as we have learned from accident statistics, we recommend that chil- dren under 12 years of age travel in the rear seats. Depending on their age, height and weight, children travelling in rear seats must use a child seat or a seat belt. For safety rea- sons, the child seat should be installed in the rear seat, behind the front passenger seat or in the centre back seat.

The physical laws involved and the forces acting in a collision apply also to children page 79. But unlike adults, children do not have fully developed muscle and bone struc- tures. This means that children are subject to a greater risk of injury.

To reduce the risk of injuries, children must always use special child restraint systems when travelling in the vehicle.

We recommend the use of child safety prod- ucts from the SEAT Original Accessories Pro- gramme, which includes systems for all ages made by Peke (not for all countries) (see www.seat.com).

These systems have been especially de- signed and approved, complying with the ECE-R44. regulation.

SEAT recommends securing the child seats shown on the website as described below:

Child seats in the opposite direction of travel (group 0+): ISOFIX and support bracket (Peke G0 Plus + ISOFIX Base (RWF)).

Child seats in the direction of travel (group 1): ISOFIX and Top Tether (Peke G1 ISOFIX DUO Plus).

Child seats in the direction of travel (group 2): seat belt and ISOFIX (RMER KIDFIX XP).

Child seats in the direction of travel (group 3): with seat belt (TAKATA MAXI PLUS).

Follow the manufacturer's instructions and observe any statutory requirements when in- stalling and using child seats. Always read and note page 88.

We recommend you always carry the manu- facturer's Child Seat Instruction Manual to- gether with the on-board documentation.

Important information regarding the front passenger's airbag

Read the additional information carefully page 23.

Read and always observe the safety informa- tion included in the following chapters:

Safety distance with respect to the passen- ger airbag page 82.

Objects between the passenger and the passenger side airbag in Front airbags on page 84.

The passenger side front airbag, when ena- bled, is a serious risk for a child that is facing backward since the airbag can strike the seat with such force that it can cause serious or fatal injuries. Children up to 12 years old should always travel on the rear seat.

Therefore we strongly recommend you to transport children on the rear seats. This is the safest location in the vehicle. Alternative- ly, the front passenger airbag can be disa- bled with a key-operated switch page 86. When transporting children, use a child seat suitable for the age and size of each child page 90.

WARNING

If a child seat is secured to the front pas- senger seat, the risk to the child of sustain- ing critical or fatal injuries in the event of an accident increases.

An inflating front passenger airbag can strike the rear-facing child seat and project it with great force against the door, the roof or the backrest.

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Never install a child seat facing backwards on the front passenger seat unless the front passenger front airbag has been disabled. Risk of potentially fatal injuries to the child! However, if it is necessary, in exceptional ca- ses, to transport a child in the front passen- ger seat, the front passenger front airbag must always be disabled page 86, Deacti- vation of front passenger front airbag*. If the passenger seat has a height adjustment op- tion, move it to the rearmost and highest po- sition. If it is a fixed seat, it should be moved to the rearmost position possible.

For those vehicles that do not include a key lock switch to deactivate the airbag, the vehi- cle must be taken to a technical service. Do not forget to reconnect the airbag when an adult wants to sit in the front passenger seat.

All vehicle occupants, especially children, must assume the proper sitting position and be properly belted in while travelling.

Never hold children or babies on your lap, this can result in potentially fatal injuries to the child!

Never allow a child to be transported in a vehicle without being properly secured, or to stand up or kneel on a seat while travelling. In an accident, the child could be flung through the vehicle, causing possibly fatal in- juries to themselves and to the other vehicle occupants.

If children assume an improper sitting posi- tion when the vehicle is moving, they expose themselves to greater risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or in an

accident. This is particularly important if the child is travelling on the front passenger seat and the airbag system is triggered in an acci- dent; as this could cause serious injury or even death.

A suitable child seat can protect your child!

Never leave a child alone in the child seat or inside the vehicle because depending on the season, very high temperatures may be reached inside a parked vehicle, which could be fatal.

Children who are less than 1.5 metres tall must not wear a normal seat belt without a child seat, as this could cause injuries to the abdominal and neck areas during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in an accident.

Do not allow the seat belt to become twis- ted and the seat belt should be properly in place page 77.

Only one child may occupy a child seat page 89, Child seats.

When a child seat is mounted in the rear seats, the door child-proof lock should be ac- tivated page 132.

Child seats

Safety instructions

Read the additional information carefully page 23.

WARNING

When travelling, children must be secured in the vehicle with a restraint system suitable for age, weight and size.

Read and always observe information and warnings concerning the use of child seats page 88.

WARNING

The retaining rings are designed only for use with ISOFIX and Top Tether* system child seats.

Never secure other child seats that do not have the ISOFIX or Top Tether* system, or retaining belts or objects to the fastening rings - this can result in potentially fatal inju- ries to the child.

Ensure that the child seat is secured cor- rectly using the ISOFIX and Top Tether* se- curing rings.

WARNING

An undue installation of the safety seat will increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Never tie the retainer strap to a hook in the luggage compartment.

Never secure or tie luggage or other items to the lower anchorages (ISOFIX) or the upper ones (Top Tether).

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Categorisation of child seats into groups

Use only child seats that are officially ap- proved and suitable for the child.

These seats are subject to the ECE-R 44 or ECE-R 129 standard. ECE-R stands for: Eco- nomic Commission for Europe Regulation.

The child seats are grouped into 5 catego- ries:

Group 0: Up to 10 kg (up to around 9 months)

Group 0+: Up to 13 kg (up to around 18 months)

Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg (up to approx. 4 years old)

Group 2: from 15 to 25 kg (up to approx. 7 years old)

Group 3: From 22 to 36 kg (over around 7 years old)

Child seats that have been tested and ap- proved under the ECE-R 44 or ECE-R 129 standard bear the test mark ECE-R 44 or ECE- R 129 on the seat (the letter E in a circle with the test number below it).

Follow the manufacturer's instructions and observe any statutory requirements when in- stalling and using child seats.

We recommend you to always include the manufacturer's Child Seat Instruction Manual together with the on-board documentation.

SEAT recommends you use child seats from the Original Accessories Catalogue. These child seats have been designed and tested for use in SEAT vehicles. You can find the right child seat for your model and age group at SEAT dealers.

Child seats by approval category

Child seats may have the approval category of universal, semi-universal, vehicle specific (all according to the ECE-R 44 standard) or i- Size (according to the ECE-R 129 standard).

Universal: Child seats with universal appro- val can be installed in all vehicles. There is no need to consult any list of models. In the case of universal approval for ISOFIX, the child seat is additionally provided with a Top Tether belt.

Semi-universal: semi-universal approval, in addition to the standard requirements of uni- versal approval, requires safety devices to lock the child seat, which require additional testing. Child seats with semi-universal ap- proval include a list of vehicle models for which they can be installed.

Vehicle-specific: vehicle-specific approval requires a dynamic test of the child seat for each vehicle model separately. Child seats with vehicle-specific approval also include a

list of vehicle models for which they can be installed.

i-Size: Child seats with i-Size approval must meet the requirements prescribed in the ECE- R 129 standard in relation to installation and safety. Child seat manufacturers can tell you which seats have i-Size approval for this vehi- cle.

Attachment systems

Depending on the country, different attach- ment systems are used for safely installing child seats.

Attachment systems overview

ISOFIX: ISOFIX is a standardised attach- ment system allowing quick and safe attach- ment of child seats in the vehicle. ISOFIX at- tachment establishes a rigid connection be- tween the child seat and the car body.

The child seat has two rigid attachment clips, called connectors. These connectors are fit- ted into the ISOFIX attachment rings found between the seat cushion and the backrest of the vehicle's back seat (on the sides). ISOFIX attachment systems are used mainly in Eu- rope page 26. If necessary, ISOFIX at- tachment may have to be supplemented with a Top Tether belt or a support bracket.

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Automatic three-point seat belt. Whenever possible, it is preferable to attach the child seats with the ISOFIX system rather than at- taching them with an automatic three-point seat belt page 24.

Additional attachment:

Top Tether: The Top Tether belt is guided over the back of the rear seat and attached to an anchor point with a hook. Anchor points are located at the back of the rear seat back- rest on the boot side page 29. The rings for retaining the Top Tether belt are marked with an anchor symbol.

Support bracket: Some child seats rest on the floor of the vehicle with a support brack- et. The support bracket prevents the child seat from tipping forward in the event of im- pact. Child seats fitted with a support bracket should only be used in the passenger seat and side rear seats . For the assembly of this type of seat you should also consult the list of approved vehicles for this assembly, available in the instructions for child restraint systems.

Recommended systems for attaching child seats

SEAT recommends attaching child seats as follows:

Baby carriers or child seats in the opposite direction of travel: ISOFIX and support brack- et or iSize.

Child seats in the direction of travel: ISO- FIX and Top Tether.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the support bracket can cause serious or fatal injury.

Make sure the support bracket is correctly and safely installed.

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Event Data Recorder

Description and operation

Your vehicle has an event data recorder (EDR).

The EDRs function is to record data in the event of a mild or serious accident. These da- ta are used to support the analysis of how different vehicle systems behaved.

The EDR records, over a reduced time range (normally 10 seconds or less), dynamic driv- ing data and data from the restraint systems, such as:

How different vehicle systems worked.

Whether the driver and the occupants were wearing their seatbelts.

How hard the acceleration or brake pedal was pressed.

Vehicle speed.

These data will provide a better understand- ing of the circumstances of the accident.

Data from the driving assist systems are also recorded. This includes data such as whether the systems were inactive or active and if such action had an impact on the vehicles dynamic behaviour, changing its path in the aforementioned situations, accelerating or decelerating the vehicle.

Depending on vehicle equipment, this in- cludes data from systems such as:

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Front Assist.

Park Pilot system

The EDR data are only recorded in specific ac- cident situations. No data are recorded in normal driving conditions.

No audio or video data inside or around the vehicle are recorded. Under no circumstances are personal data such as name, age, or gen- der recorded. Nevertheless, third parties (such as criminal proceedings authorities) may relate the contents of the EDR data to other data sources and create a personal ref- erence in the context of an accident investi- gation.

In order to read the EDR data it is necessary to access (if legally permitted to do so) the vehicle's ODB (On-Board-Diagnose) inter- face while the vehicle is switched on.

SEAT will not have access to EDR data unless the owner (or, in Leasing cases, the lessee or hirer) gives their consent. There may be ex- ceptions to this, depending on legal or con- tractual provisions.

Due to legal requirements in safety-related products, SEAT may use the EDR data for field research and in order to improve vehicle sys- tem quality. Any data used for the purposes

of research will be treated anonymously (in other words, no reference will be made to the vehicle, their owner or the lessee/hirer).

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Self-help

Emergency equipment

Emergency warning triangle*

The use of reflective warning triangles is obligatory in emergencies in some countries. As are the first aid kit and a set of spare light bulbs.

The warning triangle is under the storage compartment which is located under the lug- gage compartment floor.

Note

The warning triangle is not part of the vehi- cle's standard equipment.

The warning triangle should meet legal re- quirements.

First-aid kit and fire extinguisher*

The first-aid kit can go in the storage com- partment which is located under the luggage compartment floor.

The fire extinguisher* is attached to the lug- gage compartment carpet with Velcro.

Note

The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are not part of the vehicle's standard equip- ment.

The first aid kit must comply with legal re- quirements.

Observe the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. After it has expired you should purchase a new one.

The fire extinguisher must comply with le- gal requirements.

Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fully functional. The fire extinguisher should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher will inform you of the next date for checking.

Before acquiring accessories and emergen- cy equipment see the instructions in Acces- sories and spares page 255.

Vehicle tools

Read the additional information carefully page 61

Depending on the equipment, the tools and anti-puncture kit* are stored under the floor panel in the luggage compartment.

The tool kit includes:

Adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts*

Towline anchorage

Box spanner for wheel bolts*

Jack*

Wire hook for pulling off the wheel cover* / wheel bolt cap clip.

Some of the items listed are only provided in certain model versions, or are optional ex- tras.

WARNING

The factory-supplied jack is only designed for changing wheels on this model. On no ac- count attempt to use it for lifting heavier ve- hicles or other loads. Risk of injury.

Use the jack only on a firm, level ground.

Never start the engine when the vehicle is on the jack. Risk of accident.

If work is to be carried out underneath the vehicle, this must be secured by suitable means. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury.

Note

The jack does not generally require any main- tenance. If required, it should be greased us- ing universal type grease.

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Tyre repair

TMS (Tyre Mobility System)*

Read the additional information carefully page 60

The Anti-puncture kit* (Tyre Mobility System) will reliably seal punctures caused by the penetration of a foreign body of up to about 4 mm in diameter. Do not remove foreign ob- jects, e.g. screws or nails, from the tyre.

After inserting the sealant residue in the tyre, you must again check the tyre pressure about 10 minutes after starting the engine.

You should only use the tyre mobility set if the vehicle is parked in a safe place, you are familiar with the procedure and you have the necessary tyre mobility set! Otherwise, you should seek professional assistance.

Do not use the tyre sealant in the following cases:

If the wheel rim has been damaged.

In outside temperatures below -20C (-4F).

In the event of cuts or perforations in the tyre greater than 4 mm.

If you have been driving with very low pres- sure or a completely flat tyre.

If the sealant bottle has passed its use by date.

WARNING

Using the tyre mobility system can be dan- gerous, especially when filling the tyre at the roadside. Please observe the following rules to minimise the risk of injury:

Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Park it at a safe distance from surrounding traffic to fill the tyre.

Ensure the ground on which you park is flat and solid.

All passengers and particularly children must keep a safe distance from the work area.

Turn on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users.

Use the tyre mobility system only if you are familiar with the necessary procedures. Oth- erwise, you should seek professional assis- tance.

The tyre mobility set is intended for tempo- rary emergency use only until you can reach the nearest specialised workshop.

Replace the repaired tyre with the tyre mo- bility set as soon as possible.

The sealant is a health hazard and must be cleaned immediately if it comes into contact with the skin.

Always keep the tyre mobility set out of the reach of small children.

Never use a jack, even if it has been ap- proved for your vehicle.

Always stop the engine, apply the hand- brake lever firmly and engage gear if using a

manual gearbox, in order to reduce the risk of vehicle involuntary movement.

WARNING

A tyre filled with sealant does not have the same performance properties as a conven- tional tyre.

Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).

Avoid heavy acceleration, hard braking and fast cornering.

Drive for only 10 minutes at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) and then check the tyre.

For the sake of the environment

Dispose of used or expired sealant observing any legal requirements.

Note

A new bottle of sealant can be purchased at SEAT dealerships.

Take into account the separate instruction manual of the tyre mobility set* manufactur- er.

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Contents of the tyre mobility system*

Fig. 104 Standard representation: contents of the anti-puncture kit.

The anti-puncture kit is located underneath the floor covering in the luggage compart- ment. It includes the following components Fig. 104:

Valve insert remover

Sticker indicating maximum speed max. 80 km/h or max. 50 mph

Filler tube with cap

Air compressor

ON/OFF switch

Air bleed screw (it can also be integrated in the inflator tube).

1

2

3

4

5

6

Warning provided by tyre pressure moni- toring system (it can also be integrated in the inflator tube).

Tube for inflating tyres

12 volt connector

Bottle of sealant

Spare tyre valve

The valve insert remover 1 has a gap at the lower end for the valve insert. The valve in- sert can only be screwed or unscrewed in this way. This also applies to its replacement part 11 .

WARNING

When inflating the wheel, the air compressor and the inflator tube may become hot.

Protect hands and skin from hot parts.

Do not place the hot flexible inflator tube or hot air compressor on flammable material.

Allow them to cool before storing the de- vice.

If it is not possible to inflate the tyre to at least 2.0 bars (29 psi / 200 kPa), the tyre is too badly damaged. The sealant is not in a good condition to seal the tyre. Do not con- tinue driving. Seek specialist assistance.

CAUTION

Switch off the air compressor after a maxi- mum of 8 operational minutes to avoid over-

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8

9

10

11

heating! Before switching on the air compres- sor again, let it cool for several minutes.

Check after 10 minutes of driving

Screw in the inflator tube Fig. 104 8

again and check the pressure on the gauge 7 .

1.3 bar (19 psi / 130 kPa) and lower:

Stop the vehicle! The tyre cannot be sealed sufficiently with the tyre mobility set.

You should obtain professional assistance .

1.4 bar (20 psi / 140 kPa) and higher:

Set the tyre pressure to the correct value again.

Carefully resume your journey, without ex- ceeding 80 km/h (50 mph), until you reach the nearest specialised workshop and re- place the tyre.

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.

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Changing the windscreen wiper blades

Changing the windscreen and rear window wiper blades

Read the additional information carefully page 69.

Perfect wiper blade condition is essential for clear vision. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately.

The windscreen wiper blades are supplied as standard with a layer of graphite. This layer is responsible for ensuring that the wipe is si- lent. If the graphite layer is damaged, the noise of the water as it is wiped across the windscreen will be louder.

Check the condition of the wiper blades regu- larly. If the wipers scrape across the glass, they should be changed if they are damaged, or cleaned if they are dirty .

If this does not produce the desired results, the setting angle of the windscreen wiper arms might be incorrect. They should be checked by a specialised workshop and cor- rected if necessary.

WARNING

Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows!

Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly.

The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year.

CAUTION

Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers could scratch the glass.

Never use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to clean the win- dows. This could damage the windscreen wiper blades.

Never move any windscreen wiper by hand. This could cause damage.

To prevent damage to the bonnet and the windscreen wiper arms, the latter should only be lifted off the windscreen when in service position.

Note

The windscreen wiper arms can be moved to the service position only when the bonnet is properly closed.

You can also use the service position, for example, if you want to fix a cover over the windscreen in the winter to keep it clear of ice.

Towing or tow-starting

General information

Read the additional information carefully page 66.

Tow-starting means starting the engine of the vehicle while another pulls it.

Towing means one vehicle pulling another that is not roadworthy.

If the vehicle comes with the Keyless Access system, towing is only allowed with the igni- tion on!

The vehicle battery drains if the vehicle is towed with the engine switched off and the ignition connected. Depending on the battery charge status, the drop in voltage may be so large, even after just a few minutes, that no electrical device in the vehicle may work e.g. the hazard warning lights. In vehicles with the Keyless Access system, the steering wheel could lock up.

WARNING

If the vehicle has no electrical power, the brake lights, turn signals and all other lights will no longer function. Do not have the vehi- cle towed away. Failure to follow this instruc- tion could result in an accident.

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WARNING

The risk of accidents is high when tow-start- ing, for example, the towed vehicle can easily be driven into the towing vehicle.

CAUTION

If there is no oil in the gearbox or no lubricant in the automatic transmission the car may only be towed with the driven wheels lifted clear of the road, or transported on a special car transporter or trailer.

CAUTION

Do not tow a vehicle for more than 50 m in at- tempt to start it. There is risk of damage to the catalytic converter.

Note

Please observe related legal requirements.

Switch on the hazard warning lights of both vehicles. However, observe any regulations to the contrary.

The tow rope must not be twisted. Other- wise the front tow line anchorage could be pulled off the vehicle.

Indications for tow-starting

Vehicle's should not generally be tow-star- ted. The jump start should be used instead page 67.

For technical reasons, towing the following vehicles is not allowed:

Vehicles with an automatic gearbox.

If the vehicle battery is discharged, be- cause in vehicles with the Keyless Access locking and ignition system the steering re- mains locked and the electronic parking brake cannot be deactivated nor can the elec- tronic lock of the steering column be re- leased if they are activated.

If the battery is flat, it is possible that the engine control units may not operate correct- ly.

However, if the vehicle must absolutely be tow-started (in the case of manual gearbox- es):

Engage the 2nd or 3rd gear.

Keep the clutch pressed down.

Switch on the ignition and the hazard warn- ing lights.

Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.

Once the engine starts, press the clutch and disengage the gear to avoid colliding with the towing vehicle.

Note

The vehicle can only be tow-started if the electronic parking brake and, if appropriate, the electronic lock of the steering column are

deactivated. If the vehicle has no power sup- ply or there is an electric system fault, the engine must be tow-started to deactivate the electronic parking brake and the electronic lock of the steering column.

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Anchoring the front tow line

Fig. 105 Right side of the front bumper: re- move the lid.

Fig. 106 Right side of the front bumper: tow- line anchorage screwed in.

The front towline anchorage is only mounted if the vehicle has to be towed.

There is a cover with an opening into which the towline anchorage is screwed on the right part of the front bumper.

Take the towline anchorage from the on- board tool set.

Remove the cover by pressing down on its right-hand side until it is unclipped Fig. 105.

Bolt the anchorage to its limit to the left, in the direction of the arrow Fig. 106.

After use, unscrew the towline anchorage and fit the cover back on the bumper. Put the towline anchorage back in the vehicle tool kit. The towline anchorage should always be kept in the vehicle.

Rear towline anchorage

Fig. 107 Right side of the rear bumper: cover- cap.

Fig. 108 Right side of the rear bumper: tow- line anchorage screwed in.

The rear towline anchorage should only be mounted if you wish to tow another vehicle.

On the right of the rear bumper there is a cov- er which covers a threaded hole.

Take the towline anchorage out of the vehi- cle tool set page 93.

Remove the cover by pressing down on its right-hand side until it is unclipped Fig. 107.

Screw the towline anchorage into the screw connection as far as it will go Fig. 108 and tighten with the wheel brace.

After use, unscrew the towline anchorage and put it back in the vehicle tool kit. Replace the cover on the bumper. The towline anchor- age should always be kept in the vehicle.

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WARNING

If the towline anchorage is not screwed in as far as the stop, there is a risk of the screw connection shearing off during towing (acci- dent risk).

If your car has a towing bracket, only use special towing ropes. Risk of accident!

CAUTION

In vehicles fitted with a towing bracket, only use special tow bars to prevent damage to the ball joint. These tow bars have been spe- cially approved for use with towing brackets.

Towing vehicles with a manual gear- box

Towing is relatively straightforward.

Please observe the relevant instructions page 96.

The vehicle can be towed using a tow bar or tow rope in the normal way, with all four wheels on the road; it can also be towed with either the front or rear wheels lifted off the road. The maximum towing speed is 50 km/h (30 mph).

Towing a vehicle equipped with auto- matic gearbox

Certain restrictions must be observed when towing your vehicle.

Please observe the relevant instructions page 96.

The vehicle can be towed with a tow bar or tow rope in the normal way, with all four wheels on the ground. When doing so, please note the following points:

Make sure the selector lever is in the N po- sition.

The vehicle must not be towed faster than 50 km/h (30 mph).

The vehicle must not be towed further than 50 km (30 miles). Reason: when the engine is not running, the gearbox oil pump does not work and the gearbox is not adequately lubricated for higher speeds or longer distan- ces.

If the vehicle has to be towed with a break- down truck, it must only be suspended at the front wheels. Reason: the drive shafts are lo- cated on the front wheels. If the car is towed with the rear wheels lifted off the road (I.e. travelling backwards), the drive shafts also turn backwards. The planetary gears in the automatic gearbox then turn at such high speeds that the gearbox will be severely damaged in a short time.

Note

If it is not possible to tow the vehicle in the normal way, or if it has to be towed further than 50 km (30 miles), it must be transported on a special car transporter or trailer.

Should the power supply to the selector lever be interrupted in position P, the selector lever will be locked. Before the vehicle can be recovered/manoeuvred you must manually release the selector lever.

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Fuses and bulbs

Fuses

Introduction

In general, a fuse can be assigned to various electrical components. Likewise, an electrical component can be protected by several fuses.

Only replace fuses when the cause of the problem has been solved. If a newly inserted fuse blows after a short time, you must have the electrical system checked by a special- ised workshop as soon as possible.

WARNING

The high voltages in the electrical system can give serious electrical shocks, causing burns and even death!

Never touch the electrical wiring of the igni- tion system.

Take care not to cause short circuits in the electrical system.

WARNING

Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses or bridging a current circuit without fuses can cause a fire and serious injury.

Never use a fuse with a higher value. Only replace fuses with a fuse of the same amper- age (same colour and markings) and size.

Never repair a fuse.

Never replace a fuse by a metal strip, staple or similar.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the vehicle's electric system, before replacing a fuse always turn off the ignition, the lights and all electrical elements and remove the key from the igni- tion.

If you replace a fuse with higher-rating fuse, you could cause damage to another part of the electrical system.

Protect the fuse boxes when open to pre- vent the entry of dust or humidity as they can damage the electrical system.

Always carefully remove the fuse box cov- ers and refit them correctly to avoid problems with your vehicle.

Note

One component may have more than one fuse.

Several components may run on a single fuse.

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.

Some of the equipment listed in the tables below pertain only to certain versions of the model or are optional extras.

Please note that the above lists, while cor- rect at the time of printing, are subject to change.

Fuses to the left of the instrument panel

Read the additional information carefully page 58

Only replace fuses with a fuse of the same amperage (same colour and markings) and size.

No. Consumer/Amps

1 Tow Hook 20

2 Cigarette lighter /Power point 20

3 Sound amplifier 30

6 Central locking 40

8 Heating fan/Climatronic 30

10 Tow Hook 20

11 CNG Solenoid Valves 7.5

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13 Lights switch, steering column LSS and SMLS, diagnostic port, rain/light sensor

7.5

14 steering column LSS: wiper controls 10

15 Instrument panel 7.5

16 Right Lights Power Supply 40

17 Right Door Window Control 30

18 Windscreen wipers 30

19 Radio, Multimedia System 25

20 Heated Rear Window 30

21 SCR Control Unit 30

23 Rear View Camera 7.5

24 Connectivity Box, external audio source wiring (Double USB-Aux IN), telephone amplifier, MIB display

5

25 Steering Column Electronics (MFL) 7.5

26 Gateway 7.5

27 Active Suspension Control Unit 7.5

28 DWA Sensor 7.5

29 DWA Horn 7.5

31 9AA/9AB climate control unit 7.5

9AK Climatronic control unit 15

32 Steering Column LSS, without Kessy 7.5

No. Consumer/Amps

33 Left Door Window Control 30

35 Left Lights Power Supply 40

36 Signal Horn 20

37 Heated seats control unit 30

38 BCM Power C63 30

39 BSD, PDC, MRR 10

40

Lights switch, diagnostic port, head- light range control, steering column LSS: Lights, halogen headlights, re- verse light switch

7.5

41 Electrochromic mirror, regulation of unfolded rear view mirrors, RKA with- out radio

7.5

42 Clutch pedal, ignition relays, CNG re- lay coil

7.5

43 DWP relay coil, rear window wiper mo- tor

15

44 Airbag 7.5

45 Leimo Plus left headlight 7.5

46 Leimo Plus right headlight 7.5

48 Steering Column Lock, Kessy Control Unit

7.5

49 SCR Relay Coil 7.5

51 AA Pressure Sensor, heated jets 7.5

No. Consumer/Amps

53 Automatic gearbox lever, ZSS 7.5

58 Double Water Pump 7.5

59 Heated rear view mirrors 10

60 Tow Hook 30

61 Tow Hook 30

Fuse arrangement in engine compart- ment

Read the additional information carefully page 58

Only replace fuses with a fuse of the same amperage (same colour and markings) and size.

No. Consumer/Amps

1 Engine Injection Module 30

2

Fuel metering valve (TJ4/T6P/TJ7), Low temperature coolant pump (TJ4/T6P/TJ7); Oil Pressure Regulating Valve (TJ1), Coolant Valve AGR (TJ1), High and Low Water Bumps (TJ1), SCR relay coil

7.5

3 Lambda probes 15

4 Petrol engine pump relay (MPI), Gauge control unit (TSI and Diesel)

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No. Consumer/Amps

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Pressure transducer, EPW Solenoid Valve, TOG Sensor, PWM Electric fan, Camshaft Control Valve, Active Carbon Tank Valve and Oil Pressure Regulat- ing Valve (TSI)

15

6

Ignition coils (MPI and TSI) 30

Glow plug relay, Suction hose resist- ance (Diesel)

7.5

7 Vacuum pump (TSI) 15

8 Injectors and EKP Relay Coil (MPI and CNG), Fuel Metering Valve (Diesel)

10

9 Servo sensor 7.5

10 Vref Battery: Gateway, BDM and BCM 7.5

14 Engine Injection Module, Main Engine Relay, ESC

15

15 Automatic Gearbox DQ200 and AQ160 30

17 50 Diag 7.5

18 Starter Motor 30

20 ESC (Pump) 60

ABS (Pump) 40

21 ESC/ABS (Valves) 25

24 TH4 Electric fan without A/C for mod- erate climate countries

30

No. Consumer/Amps

25

TH4 fan with A/C or T5I for moderate climate countries

20

PTC1 40

26 TJ1/TJ4/TJ7/T6P or TH4/T5I Electric fan for warm climate countries

50

27

TH4 fan with A/C or T5I for moderate climate countries

30

PTC2 40

28 PTC3 40

Changing bulbs

General notes

Read the additional information carefully page 59

Changing bulbs requires a certain degree of practical skill.

If you choose to change the engine compart- ment lamps yourself, remember that it is a dangerous area in safety notes for work in the engine compartment on page 267.

Always use identical bulbs with the same designation. The name can be found on the base of the bulb holder.

Depending on how equipped the vehicle is, there are different sets of headlights and tail lights:

Halogen headlights.

Full-LED main headlights*

Halogen headlights with LED daytime run- ning lights*

Rear bulb light

LED rear light*

Full-LED headlight system*

Full-LED headlights handle all light functions (daylight, side light, turn signal, dipped beam and route light) with light emitting di- odes (LEDs) as a light source.

Full-LED headlights are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle and the bulbs cannot be replaced. In case of headlight failure, go to an authorised workshop to have it re- placed.

WARNING

Take particular care when working on com- ponents in the engine compartment if the en- gine is warm, there is a risk of burns.

Bulbs are highly sensitive to pressure. The glass can break when you touch the bulb, causing injury.

When changing bulbs, please take care not to injure yourself on sharp parts in the head- light housing.

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CAUTION

Remove the ignition key before working on the electric system. Otherwise, a short circuit could occur.

Switch off the lights or parking lights be- fore you change a bulb.

For the sake of the environment

Please ask your specialist retailer how to dis- pose of used bulbs in the proper manner.

Note

Depending on weather conditions (cold or wet), the front lights, the fog lights, the tail lights and the turn signals may be temporari- ly misted. This has no influence on the useful life of the lighting system. By switching on the lights, the area through which the beam of light is projected will quickly be demisted. However, the edges may continue to be mis- ted.

Please check at regular intervals that all lighting (especially the exterior lighting) on your vehicle is functioning properly. This is not only in the interest of your own safety, but also that of all other road users.

Before changing a bulb, make sure you have the correct new bulb.

Do not touch the glass part of the bulb with your bare hands, use a cloth or paper towel instead. The residue left by the fingerprints would vaporise as a result of the heat gener-

ated by the bulb, they will be deposited on the reflector and will impair its surface.

Depending on the level of equipment fitted in the vehicle, LEDs may be used for part or all of the interior and/or exterior lighting. LEDs have an estimated life that exceeds that of the vehicle. If an LED light fails, go to an authorised workshop for its replacement.

Change the front bulbs

Main beam headlight bulb

Fig. 109 In the engine compartment: main beam headlight bulb.

Raise the bonnet.

Turn the cover 1 anti-clockwise and take it out Fig. 109.

Remove the bulb connector 2 by pulling it outwards.

Remove the bulb by pulling it out and fit the new one.

Fit the bulb connector 2 .

Fit cover 1 , turning it towards the right.

Check whether the new bulb is working.

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Dipped beam headlight

Fig. 110 In the engine compartment: remove the lid.

Fig. 111 In the engine compartment: dipped beam headlight.

Raise the bonnet.

Move the loop Fig. 110 1 in the direc- tion of the arrow and remove the cover.

Remove the bulb connector Fig. 111 2 .

Unclip the retainer spring Fig. 111 3

pressing inwards to the right.

Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that the lug on the base fits into the recess on the reflector.

Fit the connector.

Fit the cover and close the strap. Make sure that the gasket sits well on the casing cover during the operation.

Check whether the new bulb is working.

Turn signal light and DRL (daytime running light)1)

Fig. 112 In the engine compartment: turn sig- nal light bulb 1 and DRL (daytime running light) bulb 2 .

Raise the bonnet.

Turn the bulb holder Fig. 112 1 or 2 to the left and pull.

Remove the bulb by pressing on the bulb holder and turning it anticlockwise at the same time.

Installation involves all of the above steps in reverse sequence.

1) In headlight versions with LED DRL, this light source cannot be replaced. It is designed to last the length of the vehicles service life. In case of failure, go to an authorised workshop to have it replaced.

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Fog light bulb

Fig. 113 Fog light: extracting the grille

Fig. 114 Fog light: remove the bulb holder

Follow the steps indicated:

Lever the groove with a screwdriver Fig. 113 (arrow). Next, unclip the clips located on the edge of the grille, pulling on it.

Remove the 3 screws Fig. 114 1 and remove the fog light.

1.

2.

Remove the bulb connector 2 .

Turn the bulb holder 3 to the left and pull.

Remove the bulb by pressing on it and turning it anticlockwise at the same time.

Replace the bulb, making sure that the fixing guides are in the right position and then press it and turn it clockwise.

To install the headlight go back through the above steps in reverse.

Check that the bulb works properly.

Change the rear bulbs

Rear bulbs (in the side panel)

Fig. 115 Luggage compartment: access to the bolt securing the tail light unit.

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Fig. 116 Retaining tabs on reverse side of tail light.

Follow the steps indicated:

Check which of the bulbs is defective.

Open the rear lid.

Remove the lid, levering the flat side of a screwdriver into the recess Fig. 115 1 .

Remove the bulb connector 2 .

Unscrew the light securing bolt 3 by hand or using a screwdriver.

Remove the light from the body, gently pulling it toward you, and place on a clean, smooth surface.

Remove the bulb holder unlocking the retaining tabs Fig. 116 A .

Change the damaged bulb.

To refit follow the steps in reverse order, taking special care when fitting the bulb

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holder. The securing tabs must click into place.

CAUTION

Take care when removing the rear light unit to make sure there is no damage to the paint- work or any of its components.

Note

Make sure you have a soft cloth ready to place under the glass on the rear light unit, to avoid any scratches.

For LED lights, you can only change the turn signal and reverse light bulbs.

Rear lights (in the rear lid)

Fig. 117 Rear lid open: remove the lid.

Fig. 118 Remove the bulb holder.

Follow the steps indicated:

Check which of the bulbs is defective.

Open the rear lid.

Remove the rear lid cover in the direc- tion indicated Fig. 117.

Remove the bulb connector Fig. 118 1 .

Remove the bulb holder unlocking the retaining tabs A .

Change the damaged bulb.

Use a cloth to remove any fingerprints from the glass part of the bulb.

Check that the new bulb works properly.

Carry out the same actions in reverse or- der for assembly and pay special atten- tion to placing the bulb holder, ensuring that the tabs are properly secured.

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Note

For LED lights, you can only change the turn signal and reverse light bulbs.

Number plate light

Insert the flat part of a screwdriver into the special slot and remove the bulb.

Remove the bulb holder, by turning it until it is free.

Change the bulb.

Replace the bulb holder, by turning it until it fits fully.

Fit the light into the space and press until you hear a click.

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Side turn signals

Fig. 119 Turn signal integrated in the rear view mirror

The side turn signals are LEDS and are inte- grated in the rear view mirrors.

In case of failure, go to an authorised work- shop to have it replaced.

Additional brake light

Given the difficulty involved in the replace- ment of this light it should be done by Tech- nical Services.

Changing the interior bulbs

Interior light and front reading lights

Fig. 120 Front reading light.

To remove the glass

Insert a fine screwdriver between the cas- ing and the glass Fig. 120.

Carefully remove the glass, levering it to avoid possible damage.

To replace the bulbs

Pull the bulbs outwards.

To remove the central bulb, hold and press to one side.

Assembly

Proceed in the reverse order, pressing gen- tly on the outer edge of the side light.

First fit the glass with the fastening tabs over the frame of the switch. Next press the front part until the two long tabs click on the support.

Note

In LED courtesy lights it is not possible to re- place the light sources. If the light does not work, take the vehicle to an official Service.

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Luggage compartment light*

Fig. 121 Boot light.

Fig. 122 Boot light.

Extract the bulb by pressing on its inside edge -arrow- using the flat side of a screw- driver Fig. 121.

Press the bulb sideways and remove it from its housing Fig. 122.

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Fig. 123 Dash panel.

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Operation

Controls and displays

General instrument panel

Electric window controls* . . . . . . . . . 135

Door release lever

Control for adjusting electric exteri- or mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Air vents

Lever for:

Turn signals/main beam head- lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Cruise control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

Depending on equipment fitted:

Lever for cruise control . . . . . . . . . . 198

Steering wheel with horn and

Driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

On-board computer controls . . . . 35

Controls for radio, telephone, navigation and speech dialogue system Booklet Radio

Paddle levers for tiptronic gear- shift (automatic gearbox) . . . . . . . 185

Instrument panel and warning lamps:

Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

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4

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Warning and indication lamps . . . 45

Lever for:

Windscreen wipers and washer . . 143

Window washer-wiper system* . . 143

Multi-function display control* . . 35

Infotainment system:

Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Depending on the equipment, glove compartment with: . . . . . . . . . 150

CD player* and/or SD card* Booklet Radio

Passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Front passenger airbag disconnec- tion switch* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Switches for:

Heating and ventilation . . . . . . . . . 161

Air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

Front passenger seat heating con- trol* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Gear lever

Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Depending on the equipment, but- tons for:

Central locking* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Start-Stop operation button . . . . . 196

SEAT Drive Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225

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17

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Park assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

Tyre pressure monitoring* . . . . . . . 282

Handbrake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Starter button (Keyless Access lock- ing and ignition system) . . . . . . . . . . 171

Depending on the equipment:

USB/AUX-IN input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Connectivity Box/Wireless Charg- er* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Driver seat heating control* . . . . . . . 148

Ignition lock (vehicles without Key- less Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

Steering column control lever* . . . . 20

Fuse housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

Headlight range control* . . . . . . . . . . 142

Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Note

Some of the equipment listed in this sec- tion is only fitted on certain models or are op- tional extras.

A separate Instructions Manual is enclosed if the vehicle is equipped with a factory-fitted radio, CD player, AUX IN connection or navi- gation system.

The arrangement of switches and controls on right-hand drive models* may be slightly different from the layout shown in

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page 111. However, the symbols used to identify the controls are the same.

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Instruments

General instrument panel

Fig. 124 Instrument panel, on dash panel.

The layout of the instruments depends upon the model and the engine.

Rev counter (with the engine running, in hundreds of revolutions per minute) page 115.

The beginning of the red zone of the rev counter indicates the maximum speed in any gear after running-in and with the en- gine hot. However, it is advisable to

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change up a gear or move the selector lever to D (or lift your foot off the acceler- ator) before the needle reaches the red zone .

Engine coolant temperature display page 116.

Displays on the screen page 114.

Adjuster button and display page 116.

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Speedometer.

Fuel gauge page 117.

WARNING

Any distraction may lead to an accident, with the risk of injury.

Do not operate the instrument panel con- trols when driving.

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CAUTION

When the engine is cold, avoid high revs and heavy acceleration and do not make the engine work hard.

Indications on the display

A variety of information can be viewed on the instrument panel display Fig. 124 3 de- pending on the vehicle equipment:

Bonnet, rear lid and doors open page 38.

Information and warning texts.

Mileage.

Time.

Navigation instructions.

Outside temperature.

Compass.

Shift lever position page 183.

Recommended gear (manual gearbox) page 39.

Multifunction display (MFD) and menus with different setting options page 35.

Service interval display page 41.

Second speed display page 35.

Speed warning function page 40.

Start-Stop system status display page 196.

Identifying letters on engine (MKB).

Distance travelled

The odometer registers the total distance travelled by the car.

The odometer (trip) shows the distance travelled since the last odometer reset. The last digit of the trip recorder indicates distan- ces of 100 metres or one tenths of a mile.

Briefly press the button Fig. 124 4 to re- set the trip recorder to 0.

Keep the button 4 pressed for about 3 seconds and the previous value will be dis- played.

Time

To set the time, keep the button Fig. 124 4 pressed for more than 3 seconds to select

the hour or minute display.

To continue setting the time, press button 4 . Hold button down to scroll through the

numbers quickly.

Press the button 4 again in order to finish setting the time.

The time can also be set via the button and the SETTINGS function button in the Easy Connect system page 118.

Compass

With the ignition on and the navigation sys- tem on, the cardinal point corresponding to the direction of travel of the vehicle is dis- played on the instrument panel.

Selector lever position

The selected gear is displayed on the side of the selector lever and on the instrument pan- el display. In positions D and S, and with the Tiptronic, the corresponding gear is also dis- played.

Recommended gear (manual gearbox)

The recommended gear in order to save fuel is displayed on the instrument panel while you are driving page 39.

Second speed display (mph or km/h)

In addition to the speedometer, the speed can also be displayed in a different unit of measurement (in miles or in km per hour).

This option cannot be deactivated in models destined for countries in which the second speed must always be visible.

The second speed display can be adjusted in the Easy Connect system via the button and the SETTINGS function button page 118.

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Speed warning

When the speed setting is exceeded, this will be indicated on the instrument panel display. This is very useful, for example when using winter tyres that are not designed for driving at the maximum speed of the vehicle page 40.

The speed warning settings can be adjusted in the Easy Connect system via the button and the SETTINGS function button page 118.

Start-Stop operating display

Updated information relating to the status is displayed on the instrument panel page 196.

Identifying letters on engine (MKB)

Hold the button Fig. 124 4 down for more than 15 seconds to display the identifying letters of the vehicle engine (MKB). To do this, the ignition must be switched on and the engine switched off.

WARNING

Observe the safety warnings in Warning symbols on page 117.

WARNING

Even though outside temperatures are above freezing, some roads and bridges may be icy.

At outside temperatures above +4C (+39F), even when the ice crystal symbol is not visible, there may still be patches of ice on the road.

Do not rely on the outside temperature in- dicator!

Note

Different versions of the instrument panel are available and therefore the versions and instructions on the display may vary. In the case of displays without warning or informa- tion texts, faults are indicated exclusively by the warning lamps.

Depending on the equipment, some set- tings and instructions can also be carried out in the Easy Connect system.

When several warnings are active at the same time, the symbols are shown succes- sively for a few seconds and will stay on until the fault is rectified.

Rev counter

The rev counter indicates the number of en- gine revolutions per minute Fig. 124 1 .

Together with the gear-change indicator, the rev counter offers you the possibility of using the engine of your vehicle at a suitable speed.

The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed which may be used briefly when the engine is warm and af- ter it has been run in properly. Before reach- ing this range, you should change to a higher gear for vehicles with a manual gearbox or for automatic gearboxes put the selector lever in D or take your foot off the accelerator ped- al.

We recommend that you avoid high revs and that you follow the recommendations on the gear-change indicator. Consult the additional information in page 39, Gear-change indicator.

CAUTION

Never allow the rev counter needle 1

Fig. 124 to go into the red zone on the scale for more than a very brief period, other- wise there is a risk of engine damage.

For the sake of the environment

Changing up a gear early will help you to save fuel and minimise emissions and engine noise.

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Odometer

Fig. 125 Instrument panel: odometer and re- set button.

The distance covered is displayed in kilome- tres or miles m. It is possible to change the measurement units (kilometres km/miles m) in the radio/Easy Connect*. Please refer to the Easy Connect* Instructions Manual for more details.

Odometer/trip recorder

The odometer shows the total distance cov- ered by the vehicle.

The trip recorder shows the distance that has been travelled since it was last reset. It is used to measure short trips. The last digit of the trip recorder indicates distances of 100 metres or tenths of a mile.

The trip recorder can be set to zero by press- ing 0.0/SET Fig. 125.

Fault display

If there is a fault in the instrument panel, the letters DEF will appear in the trip recorder display. Have the fault repaired immediately, as far as is possible.

Coolant temperature gauge

For vehicles with no coolant temperature gauge, a control lamp appears for high coolant temperatures page 273. Please note .

The coolant temperature gauge 2

Fig. 124 only works when the ignition is switched on. In order to avoid engine dam- age, please read the following notes for the different temperature ranges.

Engine cold

If only the diodes in the lower part of the scale light up, this indicates that the engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high revs and heavy acceleration and do not make the engine work hard.

Normal temperature

If in normal operations, the diodes light up until the central zone, it means that the en- gine has reached operating temperature. At high outside temperatures and when making the engine work hard, the diodes may contin-

ue lighting up and reach the upper zone. This is no cause for concern, provided the control lamp does not light up on the instrument panel digital display.

Heat range

When the diodes light up in the upper area of the display and the control lamp appears on the instrument panel display, the coolant temperature is excessive page 273.

CAUTION

To ensure a long useful life for the engine, avoid high revs, driving at high speed and making the engine work hard for approxi- mately the first 15 minutes when the engine is cold. The phase until the engine is warm al- so depends on the outside temperature. If necessary, use the engine oil temperature* page 40 as a guide.

Additional lights and other accessories in front of the air inlet reduce the cooling effect of the coolant. At high outside temperatures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the engine overheating.

The front spoiler also ensures proper distri- bution of the cooling air when the vehicle is moving. If the spoiler is damaged this can re- duce the cooling effect, which could cause the engine to overheat. Seek specialist assis- tance.

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Fuel level

Fig. 126 Fuel gauge.

The display 6 Fig. 124 only works when the ignition is switched on. When the display reaches the reserve mark, the lower diode lights up in red and the control lamp ap- pears page 113. When the fuel level is very low, the lower diode flashes in red.

The distance to empty fuel level is displayed on the instrument panel 3 Fig. 124.

You can consult the tank capacity of your ve- hicle in the page 54 section.

CAUTION

Never run the fuel tank completely dry. An ir- regular fuel supply could cause misfiring. In this way the unburned fuel can reach the ex- haust system, which could cause the catalytic converter to overheat resulting in damage.

Warning and control lamps

Warning symbols

Read the additional information carefully page 44

There are red warning symbols (priority 1) and yellow warning symbols (priority 2).

Warning messages, Priority 1 (red)

If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp will light up or flash and will be accom- panied by three audible warnings. This is a danger warning. Stop the vehicle and switch off the engine. Check the fault and correct it. Obtain professional assistance if necessary.

If several priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols will be displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will continue until the fault is corrected.

No menus will be shown in the display for the duration of a priority 1 warning message.

Examples of priority 1 warning messages (red)

Brake system symbol with the warning message STOP BRAKE FLUID INSTRUC- TION MANUAL or STOP BRAKE FAULT IN- STRUCTION MANUAL.

Coolant symbol with the warning mes- sage STOP SEE COOLANT INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

Engine oil pressure symbol with the warning message STOP ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LOW! INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

Warning messages, Priority 2 (yellow)

If one of these faults occurs, the correspond- ing warning lamp lights up and is accompa- nied by an audible warning. Check the corre- sponding function as soon as possible al- though the vehicle may be used without risk.

If several priority 2 warning messages are de- tected at the same time, the symbols are dis- played one after the other for about 2 sec- onds at a time. After a set time, the informa- tion text will disappear and the symbol will be shown as a reminder at the side of the display.

Priority 2 warning messages will not be shown until all Priority 1 warning messages have been dealt with!

Examples of priority 2 warning reports (yel- low):*

Fuel warning light with the information text PLEASE REFUEL.

WARNING

If the warning lamps and messages are ignor- ed, the vehicle may stall in traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.

Never ignore the warning lamps or text messages.

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Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.

Park the vehicle away from traffic and en- sure that there are no highly flammable ma- terials under the vehicle that could come into contact with the exhaust system (e.g. dry grass, fuel).

A faulty vehicle represents a risk of acci- dent for the driver and for other road users. If necessary, switch on the hazard warning lamps and put out the warning triangle to ad- vise other drivers.

Before opening the bonnet, switch off the engine and allow it to cool.

In any vehicle, the engine compartment is a hazardous area and could cause severe inju- ries page 267.

CAUTION

Failure to heed the control lamps and text messages when they appear may result in faults in the vehicle.

Introduction to the Easy Connect system*

System settings (CAR)*

CAR menu

Read the additional information carefully page 33

To select the settings menus, depending on the version, press the Easy Connect button and the SETTINGS function button, OR

press the button and then SETTINGS .

The actual number of menus available and the name of the various options in these me- nus will depend on the vehicles electronics and equipment.

Pressing the menu button will always take you to the last menu used.

When the function button check box is activa- ted , the function is active.

Pressing the menu button will always take you to the last menu used.

Any changes made using the settings menus are automatically saved on closing those me- nus.

Function buttons in the vehicle settings menu

Page

ESC system page 177

Tyres page 282

Driver assistance table on page 33

Parking and manoeuvring page 236

Vehicle lights table on page 33

Mirrors and windscreen wipers table on page 33

Opening and closing table on page 33

Multifunction display table on page 33

Date and time table on page 33

Units table on page 33

Service page 114

Factory settings table on page 33

WARNING

Any distraction may lead to an accident, with the risk of injury. Operating the Easy Connect system while driving could distract you from traffic.

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Communications and multi- media

Steering wheel controls*

General information

The steering wheel includes a multifunction module from where it is possible to control the audio, telephone and radio/navigation functions without needing to distract the driver.

There are two versions of the multifunction module:

Audio system + telephone without voice control version (MID): for controlling the au- dio functions available (radio, audio CD, MP3, iPod1), USB1), SD1)) and Bluetooth sys- tem from the steering wheel.

Audio system + telephone with voice con- trol version (HIGH): for controlling the audio functions available (radio, audio CD, MP3, iPod1), USB1), SD1)) and Bluetooth system from the steering wheel.

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Operating the telephone and audio system without voice control (MID)

Fig. 127 Controls on the steering wheel.

Button Radio Media (except AUX) AUX Telephone Navigation*

A Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute

B Short press: access to the tele- phone menu in the instrument

panela).

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu in the instrument

panela).

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu in the instrument

panela).

Short press: answer incoming call / hang up call / access to

the call list. Hold down: reject incoming

call / rediala).

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu in the instrument

panela).

C Search for last station Short press: switch to the pre-

vious song Hold down: quick rewind

No function No function No function

D Search for the next station Short press: switch to the next

song Hold down: fast forward

No function No function No function

E , F Change menu on instrument

panela) Change menu on instrument

panela) Change menu on instrument

panela) Change menu on instrument

panela) Change menu on instrument

panela)

G MID: change source MID: change source MID: change source MID: change source MID: change source

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Button Radio Media (except AUX) AUX Telephone Navigation*

H Turn: Next/previous presetb)

Press: Acts on the MFD Turn: Next/previous songb)

Press: Acts on the MFD Turn: No function

Press: Acts on the MFD

Turn: Access to call list / selec- tion of action on incoming call

or active call (answer/hang- up/ignore/hold/mute/switch

to private mode). Press: Confirm the selected ac-

tion by turning.

Turn: Changes menu or memo- ry on instrument panel

Press: Operates on instrument panel

a) According to the vehicle's equipment package. b) Only if the dash panel is in audio menu.

Operating the telephone and audio system with voice control (HIGH)

Fig. 128 Controls on the steering wheel.

Button Radio Media (except AUX) AUX Telephonea) Navigationa)

A Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute Turn: Turn volume up/down

Press: Mute

B

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu on the dash pan-

ela). Hold down: rediala)

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu on the dash pan-

ela). Hold down: rediala)

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu on the dash pan-

ela). Hold down: rediala)

Short press: Answer incoming call / hang up call / access to

the call list. Hold down: Reject incoming

call / redial

Short press: access to the tele- phone menu on the dash pan-

ela). Hold down: rediala)

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Button Radio Media (except AUX) AUX Telephonea) Navigationa)

C Search for last station Short press: switch to the pre-

vious song Hold down: quick rewind

No function No functionb) Radio/media functionality (ex- cept AUX )

D Search for the next station Short press: switch to the next

song Hold down: fast forward

No function No functionb) Radio/media functionality (ex- cept AUX )

E , F Change menu on instrument

panel Change menu on instrument

panel Change menu on instrument

panel Change menu on instrument

panel Change menu on instrument

panel

G Enable/disable voice controla) Enable/disable voice controla) Enable/disable voice controla) No functionb) Enable/disable voice control

H

Turn: Next/previous presetc)

Press: Acts on the MFD or con- firms the menu option of the dash panel depending on the

menu option

Turn: Next/previous songc)

Press: Acts on the MFD or con- firms the menu option of the dash panel depending on the

menu option

Turn: Acts upon the dash pan- el menu depending on where

it is located Press: Acts on the MFD or con- firms the menu option of the dash panel depending on the

menu option

Turn: Access to call list / selec- tion of action on incoming call

or active call (answer/hang- up/ignore/hold/mute/switch

to private mode). Press: Confirm the selected ac-

tion by turning

Turn: Acts upon the dash panel menu depending on where it is

located Press: Acts on the MFD or con- firms the menu option of the dash panel depending on the

menu option

a) According to the vehicle's equipment package. b) When a call is being made, radio/media functionality (except AUX). c) Only if the dash panel is in audio menu.

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Multimedia

USB/AUX-INPort

Fig. 129 Centre console: USB/AUX-IN input.

Depending on the special characteristics and the country, the vehicle may have a USB/AUX-IN port.

The USB/AUX-IN port can be found in the storage compartment area of the centre con- sole Fig. 129.

The operating description is located in the re- spective Instruction Manuals of the audio system or the navigation system.

Connectivity Box* / Wireless Charger*

Fig. 130 Related video

Fig. 131 Centre console: Connectivity Box.

Depending on the features and the country, the vehicle may have one of these two op- tions: Connectivity Box or Wireless Charger.

With the Connectivity Box you can charge your mobile device wirelessly with Qi1) tech- nology as well as reduce the radiation in the vehicle and have better reception.

With the Wireless Charger you only have the wireless charging function if your mobile de- vice has Qi technology.

The Connectivity Box/Wireless Charger is in the storage compartment area of the centre console Fig. 131.

The operating description is located in the re- spective Instruction Manuals of the audio system or the navigation system.

Note

Your mobile device must support the Qi wire- less inductive charging interface standard for proper operation.

1) Qi technology allows you to charge your mobile phone wirelessly.

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Opening and closing

Keys

Set of keys

Fig. 132 Set of keys.

The set of keys may consists of the following, depending on the version of your vehicle:

a remote control key Fig. 132 A

a key without remote control B ,

a plastic key tab* C .

or

two keys with remote control A .

a plastic key tab* C .

Duplicate keys

If you need a replacement key, go to a Techni- cal Service with your vehicle identification number.

WARNING

An incorrect use of the keys can cause seri- ous injuries.

Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle. In case of emergency, they may not be able to leave the vehicle or manage on their own.

An uncontrolled use of the key could start the engine or activate any electric equipment (e.g. electric windows), causing risk of acci- dent. The doors can be locked using the re- mote control key. This could become an ob- stacle for assistance in an emergency situa- tion.

Never forget the keys inside the vehicle. An unauthorised use of your vehicle could result in injury, damage or theft. Therefore always take the key with you when you leave the ve- hicle.

Never remove the key from the ignition if the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, the steer- ing could suddenly block and it would be im- possible to steer the vehicle.

CAUTION

There are electronic components in the re- mote control key. Avoid wetting and hitting the keys.

Remote control*

Fig. 133 Assignment of buttons on the re- mote control key.

Fig. 134 Vehicle key with alarm button.

The radio frequency remote control key is used to lock and unlock the vehicle from a distance.

By using button 4 Fig. 133 on the control, the key shaft is released.

Unlocking the vehicle Fig. 133 1 . 124

Opening and closing

Locking the vehicle Fig. 133 2 .

Unlocking the rear lid. Press button Fig. 133 3 until all the turn signals on the vehicle flash briefly. When the unlocking but- ton 3 is pressed, you have 2 minutes to open the door. Once this time has passed, it will lock again.

Moreover, the battery indicator on the key Fig. 133 (arrow), will flash.

The remote control transmitter and the bat- teries are integrated in the key. The receiver is inside the vehicle. The maximum range de- pends on different factors. The range is re- duced as the batteries start to lose power.

Alarm button*

Only press alarm button in the event of an emergency Fig. 134 5 ! When the alarm button is pressed, the vehicle horn is heard and the turn signals are switched on for a short time. When the alarm button is pressed again, the alarm is switched off.

WARNING

Read and observe the relevant warnings in Set of keys on page 124.

Note

The remote control key works only when you are in its scope.

If the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked by using the radio frequency remote control, the remote control key will have to be re- synchronised. For this, go to your technical services.

Replacing the battery

Fig. 135 Vehicle key: opening the battery compartment.

Fig. 136 Vehicle key: removing the battery.

SEAT recommends you ask a specialised workshop to replace the battery.

The battery is located to the rear of the vehi- cle key, under a cover.

Changing the battery

Unfold the vehicle key blade page 124.

Remove the cover from the back of the ve- hicle key Fig. 135 in the direction of the ar- row .

Extract the battery from the compartment using a suitable thin object Fig. 136.

Place the new battery in the compartment as shown Fig. 136, pressing in the oppo- site direction to that shown by the arrow .

Fit the cover as shown Fig. 135, pressing it onto the vehicle key casing in the opposite direction to that shown by the arrow until it clicks into place.

CAUTION

If the battery is not changed correctly, the vehicle key may be damaged.

Use of unsuitable batteries may damage the vehicle key. For this reason, always re- place the dead battery with another of the same voltage, size and specifications.

When fitting the battery, check that the po- larity is correct.

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Operation

For the sake of the environment

Please dispose of your used batteries correct- ly and with respect for the environment.

Synchronising the remote control key

If it is not possible to unlock or lock the door with the remote control, it should be re- synchronised.

While the vehicle is open:

Press the button 2 Fig. 133 on the re- mote control.

Then close the vehicle using the key shaft within one minute.

While the vehicle is closed:

Press the button 1 Fig. 133 on the re- mote control.

Then close the vehicle using the key shaft within one minute.

It is possible that the vehicle could no longer be opened and closed with the remote con- trol if the button is repeatedly pressed out- side of the effective range of the radio fre- quency remote control. The remote control key will have to be resynchronised.

Spare remote control keys are available at your Technical Service, where they must be matched to the locking system.

Up to five remote control keys can be used.

Central locking system

Description

Read the additional information carefully page 15.

The central locking system enables you to lock and unlock all doors and the rear lid by just pushing the button.

Central locking can be activated by using any of the following options:

the key, by inserting it into the driver door cylinder and rotating it in the opening direc- tion. Depending on the vehicle version, ei- ther all doors will be unlocked or only the driver door will be unlocked. All doors will be locked on locking the vehicle using the key.

the interior central lock button page 128.

the radio frequency remote control, using the buttons on the key page 124.

Various functions are available to improve the vehicle safety:

Locking system Safe*

Selective* unlocking system

Self-locking system to prevent involunta- ry unlocking

Automatic speed dependent locking and unlocking system*

Emergency unlocking system

Unlocking the vehicle*

Press button Fig. 133 on remote control to unlock all the doors and rear lid.

Locking the vehicle*

Press button Fig. 133 on the remote control to lock all doors and the rear lid or turn the key in the door to lock all doors and the rear lid.

WARNING

Locking from the outside carelessly or with- out good visibility may lead to bruising, par- ticularly in the case of children.

When locking a vehicle, never leave chil- dren unaccompanied inside, as from the out- side it will be difficult to provide assistance if required.

Having the doors locked prevents intruders from getting in, for example when stopped at a traffic light.

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Note

For anti-theft security, only the driver door is fitted with a lock cylinder.

Safe security system*

This is an anti-theft device which consists of a double lock for the door locks and a deacti- vation function for the boot in order to pre- vent forced entry.

Activation

The safe system is activated when the vehi- cle is locked using the key or the remote con- trol.

To activate it with the key, rotate once it is in- serted in the door lock cylinder in the locking direction.

To activate the system using the remote con- trol, press the lock button once on the re- mote.

Once this system is activated, opening doors from the outside and the inside is not possi- ble. The rear lid can not be opened. The cen- tral lock button does not work.

When the ignition is switched off, the instru- ment panel display indicates that the Safe system is on.

Deactivation

Rotate the key inserted in the lock cylinder twice towards the locking direction.

To activate the system using the remote con- trol, press the lock button on the remote twice in less than five seconds.

On deactivating the Safe system, the alarm volumetric sensor is also deactivated.

With the Safe switched off, doors can be opened from the interior but not from the ex- terior.

See Selective unlocking system*

Safe status

On the driver door, there is warning lamp visi- ble from outside the vehicle through the win- dow which shows the Safe system status.

We will know that Safe system is activated by the flashing warning lamp. The indicator will flash on all vehicles, fitted and nor fitted with an alarm, until they unlock.

Remember:

Safe activated with or without an alarm: warning lamp flashes continuously.

Safe deactivated without an alarm: the warn- ing lamp stays off.

Safe deactivated with an alarm: the warning lamp stays off.

WARNING

No one should remain inside the vehicle if the Safe system is activated because opening the doors will not be possible in the event of an emergency neither from the inside nor the outside and help from the outside is made difficult. Danger of death. Passengers could become trapped inside in case of emergency.

Selective unlocking system*

This system allows to unlock either just the driver door or all the vehicle.

Driver door unlock button

Unlock once. Use either the key or the remote control.

Once the key is inserted in the lock cylinder, rotate once in the unlock direction. The driver door will remain without Safe and un- locked. In vehicles fitted with an alarm, see the Anti-theft Alarm section page 132.

Using the remote control, press the unlock button on the remote once. The Safe sys- tem for all the vehicle is deactivated, only the driver door is unlocked and both the alarm and the warning lamp are also turned off.

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Unlocking all doors and the luggage com- partment

The unlock button on the remote control must be pressed twice so that all doors and the luggage compartment can be opened.

Press twice within 5 seconds to deactivate the Safe system for all vehicle, to unlock all doors and to use the luggage compartment. The warning lamp and the alarm (only vehi- cles fitted with one) are turned off.

Unlocking the luggage compartment

See page 16.

Self-locking system to prevent invol- untary unlocking

It is an anti-theft system and prevents the un- intentional unlocking of the vehicle.

If the vehicle is unlocked and none of the doors (including the boot) are opened within 30 seconds, it re-locks automatically.

Automatic speed-dependent locking and unlocking system*

This is a safety system which prevents access to the vehicle from the outside when it is run- ning (e.g. when stopped at a traffic light).

Locking

The doors will lock automatically if the speed of 15 km/h (9 mph) is exceeded. The rear lid will lock automatically if the speed of 6 km/h (4 mph) is exceeded.

If the vehicle is stopped and any of its doors open, when starting again and exceeding the mentioned speed, all doors will lock again.

Unlocking

On withdrawing the ignition key, the vehicle will returns to its status prior to self-locking.

Each door can be unlocked and opened inde- pendently from the inside (for example, when a passenger gets out). To do it, simply oper- ate the lever inside the door.

WARNING

The door handles must not be operated when the vehicle is running: the door would open.

Note

If the airbags are triggered during an acci- dent, the vehicle is unlocked, except for the luggage compartment. It is possible to lock the vehicle from inside with the central lock- ing, after turning the ignition off and back on again.

Central lock button*

Fig. 137 Central lock button.

Read the additional information carefully page 15

The central lock button allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle from the inside.

The central lock button also works with the ignition switched off, except when the safe system is activated.

Please note the following if you lock your ve- hicle with the central lock button:

Locking the doors and rear lid prevents ac- cess from the outside (for safety reasons, e.g. when stopped at a traffic light).

The driver door cannot be locked while it is open. This avoids the user from forgetting his key inside the vehicle.

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All doors can be unlocked separately from inside the vehicle. To do so, pull the door re- lease lever once.

WARNING

If the vehicle is locked, children and disa- bled people may be trapped inside it.

Repeated operation of central locking will prevent the central lock button from working for a few seconds. Then, it can only be un- locked in case it has been previously locked. After few seconds, the central locking be- comes operative again.

The central lock button is not operative when the vehicle is locked from the outside (with the remote control or the key).

Note

Vehicle locked, button.

Vehicle unlocked, button.

Related videos Keyless Access

Fig. 138 Convenience

Fig. 139 Technology

Unlocking and locking the vehicle with Keyless Access*

Fig. 140 Keyless Access locking and ignition system: In the proximity of the car.

Fig. 141 Keyless Access locking and ignition system: sensor surface A for unlocking in- side the door handle and sensor surface B

for locking on the exterior of the handle.

Depending on the equipment, the vehicle may have the Keyless Access system.

Keyless Access is a key-free locking and igni- tion system to unlock and lock the vehicle without actively using its key. To do this, all that is required is to have a valid vehicle key in the detection area where you are attempt- ing to access the vehicle Fig. 140 and to touch one of the sensor surfaces on the door handles Fig. 141 .

The vehicle can be unlocked and locked via the driver door only. When doing so, the re- mote control key must be no further than ap- prox. 1.5 m from the door handle.

It does not matter where you carry the key, for instance whether it is in your jacket pocket or in a briefcase.

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