2005 Seat Alhambra Owner's Manual

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oncoming traffic from being dazzled more than is unavoidable. At
the same time the correct headlight beam setting provides the
best possible visibility for the driver.
The headlights can only be regulated with the dipped headlights
switched on.
To lower the beams, turn knurled discfrom the basicposition (–)
downwards.
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*, the heating is turned
on/off using this switch. A warning lamp will light up in the switch
when the heating is on.
On vehicles with electrically adjustable exterior mirrors the mirrors
are heated as long as the rear window heating is switched on.
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, the heating is switched on
with a button.
The rear window heating automatically switches off about 20
minutes after it is switched on. It can also be switched off earlier by
pressing the button again.
If the heating is still required, simply press the button again. It will
again be switched off automatically after a further 20 minutes.
On vehicles with electrically adjustable exterior mirrors the mirrors
are heated as long as the rear window heating is switched on.
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As soon as window is clear, switch element off. The reduced current
consumption helps to reduce fuel consumption ⇒"Economic and
environment friendly driving" chapter.K
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Windscreen heating*2
The windscreen heating works only when the engine is running.
When it is on a warning lamp in the switch lights up.
The windscreen heating automatically switches off about 10
minutes after it is switched on. It can also be switched off earlier by
pressing the button again.
If the heating is still required, press the switch again. The switch
will again switch off after about 10 minutes.
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For technical reasons, the blower of the passenger compartment heater is
switched off when the windscreen heating is switched on.K
Knurled wheel for seat heating*3/7
The cushion and backrest of the front seats can be heated
electrically when the ignition is on.
The heating is switched on and regulated with the knurled wheel.
To switch heating off, turn knurled wheel to the basic position (0).
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Anti-skidding system of the drive wheels (TCS).
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)* 4
The TCS or ESP connect automatically when the engine is switched
on. If necessary, they may be switched off briefly by pressing
corresponding switch.
If it is connected a warning lamp will light
⇒"Warning lamps"
chapter.
For further information
⇒pages 164 to 166.K
Hazard warning lamps5
The system also works when the ignition is switched off.
Switch on the hazard warning lamps if, for example:
– Your vehicle stops because of a technical defect,
– You have an emergency
– You reach the tail end of a traffic jam.
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When the hazard warning lamps are switched on, all four signal
lights flash simultaneously. The warning lamps for the indicators
and a warning lamp in the switch will also flash.
Note legal requirements when employing such safety measures.
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Parking distance control (PDC)*6
This system helps prevent small bumps which may occur while
parking, especially in city traffic when parking between other cars.
If the appropriate switch (PDC) in the centre console is pressed, the
sensors in the vehicle’s bumper warn the driver of the proximity of
objects with an intermittent beep and a warning lamp. This
warning occurs when the distance between vehicle and obstacle is
40cm. The beep speeds up until it becomes continuous, when the
distance is approximately 20cm.
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Free space for additional switch8
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Sun visors
The sun visors can be pulled out of the side mountings and swung
towards the doors.
The illuminated* make-up mirror is switched on when the cover is
opened.
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Indicators and dipped beam lever
The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on.
Right turn signals – lever up
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Left turn signals – lever down 2
When turn signals are working, the warning lamp flashes as well⇒
"Warning lamps" chapter.
The turn signals switch off automatically when the steering wheel
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this position – the warning lamp should flash at the same time.
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Pull the lever towards the steering wheel
3– the main beam
warning lamp will light up.
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With the long or short beam connected push the lever towards the
steering wheel
4. When main beam is on, the main beam warning
lamp will light up.
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The parking lights only work when ignition is switched off.
Right parking lights – lever up
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Left parking lights – lever down 2
If the ignition key has been removed, a buzzer* will sound when
the driver’s door is open.
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The use of the signals and lighting described here is subject to local
regulations.K
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• Switch pressed on left – light permanently on
• Switch in centre position – controlled by door contacts
• Switch pressed on right – light off
Interior lights with time delayed switch off* remain on for about
12 seconds after doors are closed. If the ignition is switched on
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• Switch in centre position – light off
• Switch pressed on left – controlled by door contacts
Interior lights with time delayed switch off* remain on for about20
seconds after doors are closed. If the ignition is switched on during
this period, these interior lights go out immediately.
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Front reading light* B
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• Switch pressed on left – light on
• Switch pressed on right – light off
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Interior light
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2(left reading light) or to position 4
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• Turn the switch to position
3. The interior lights are
automatically switched on when the vehicle is unlocked or the key
removed from the ignition lock. The light turns off about 20
seconds after the closure of the doors. The interior lights are
switched off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is
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• Turn the control to position
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Lights next to the roof handle*
To turn on press the glass of the light on the lower edge.
To turn off press the light in the opposite direction.
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Luggage compartment light
The light comes on when tailgate is opened (even when lighting
and ignition is switched off). It is therefore essential to ensure that
the tailgate is always closed when vehicle is parked.
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Front windscreen wipers
Wipers and washers only work when ignition is switched on.
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When it is freezing, check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the glass
before switching the wipers on for the first time.
The heated windscreen washer jets* are switched on when the
ignition is switched on and the amount of heat is regulated
automatically according to the outside temperature
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• Topping up washer fluid ⇒"Windscreen washer" chapter.
• Changing windscreen wiper blades
⇒"Windscreen wiper blades" chapter.
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Use lever
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levels are available.
Lever to the right – brief intervals
Lever to the right – long intervals
The intervals of each level are determined by the speed of the
vehicle.
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To turn on wipers and washer, pull lever towards steering wheel to
position
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Release lever – The washer stops and the wipers carry on for about
4 seconds.
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Rain sensor*
If the vehicle is fitted with a rain sensor and the intermittent wipe
is activated this sensor is in charge of adjusting automatically the
duration of the intervals to the amount of rain.
Position
Aof the lever for the windscreen wipers is used to
individually adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor.
After switching off the ignition, the rain sensor needs to be
switched on again. To do that the intermittent wipe needs to be
switched off and switched on again.
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The wipers wipe approximately every 6 seconds.
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Move the lever towards the steering wheel. If you turn off the
windscreen wiper while wiping, the windscreen wiper will function
until the wipe is completed.
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