2005 Seat Altea clock

Driving
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Adjust the driver seat or steering wheel so that there is a distance of at
least 25 cm between the steering wheel and your breast bone ⇒page 155,
fig. 129. If you fail to observe the minimum distance, the airbag will not
protect you. Risk of fatal injury.
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If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the
minimum distance of 25 cm, contact an Authorised Service Centre. The
Authorised Service Centre will help you decide if special specific modifica-
tions are necessary.
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If you adjust the steering wheel so tha t 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.
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When driving, always hold the steer ing wheel with both hands on the
outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. Never hold the
steering wheel at the 12 o'clock positi on, or in any other manner (e.g. in
the centre of the steering wheel, or on the inside of the rim). In such cases,
you could receive severe injuries to the arms, hands and head.
SafetyElectronic stabilisation programme (ESP)*
ESP helps make driving safer in certain situations.The Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP ) contains the electronic differential
lock (EDL) and the traction control syst em (TCS). The ESP function works in
conjunction with the ABS. Both warning lamps will light up if the ESP or ABS
systems are faulty.
The ESP is started automatically when the engine is started.
In specific circumstances where you require less traction, you can switch off
the ESP by pressing button ⇒fig. 130 .
For example:•
When driving with snow chains,
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when driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces,
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 130 Detail of the
centre console: ESP
button
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Checking and refilling levels
198Checking and refilling levelsRefuellingThe tank flap is released manually. The tank holds approxi-
mately 55 litres.Unscrewing the tank cap
–Lift the lid.
– Grip the cap and then insert the key into the lock and rotate 180
°
to the left.
– Unscrew the cap, turning it anti-clockwise.
Closing the tank cap
– Screw the tank cap to the right, until the point of feeling a “click”. – Turn the key in the lock, without releasing the cap in the clock-
wise direction 180
°.
– Remove the key and close the flap until it clicks into place. The tank cap is secured with an anti-loss attachment
The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.
If the automatic filler nozzle is operated correctly, it will switch itself off as
soon as the tank is “full”. Never attempt to fill beyond this point, as this will
fill the expansion chamber. Fuel may leak out if ambient conditions are warm.
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is given on a sticker on the inside of the
tank flap. Further notes on fuel can be found.
WARNING
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Fuel is highly inflammable and can cause serious burns and other inju-
ries.
−Never smoke or use any naked flame when filling the fuel tank of the
vehicle, or a spare fuel canister, with fuel. This is an explosion hazard.
− Follow legal requirements for the use of spare fuel canisters.
− For safety reasons we do not recommend carrying a spare fuel
canister in the vehicle. The canister could be damaged in an accident
and leak.
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If, in exceptional circumstances, you have to carry a spare fuel canister,
please observe the following points:
−Never fill the spare fuel canister inside the vehicle or on it. An elec-
trostatic charge could build up during filling, causing the fuel fumes to
ignite. This may be fatally explosive. Always place the canister on the
ground to fill it.
Fig. 150 Tank flap open
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If and when253
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
– Drive slowly at first until the tow-rope is taut. Then accelerate
gradually.
– Begin and change gears cautiously. If you are driving an auto- matic vehicle, accelerate gently.
– Remember that the brake servo and power steering are not working in the vehicle you are towing. Brake earlier than you
would normally, but with a more gentle pressure on the brake.
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
– Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all times when towing.
Fitting the towing eye
– Take the towing ring and the wheel spanner out of the vehicle tool kit.
– Pull the lower front cover down and leave the cover hanging on the vehicle.
– Remove the cover of the screw hole, insert a screwdriver into the lower slot and lever gently.
– Screw the towing eye as shown by arrow anti-clockwise to the
limit position in the front ⇒page 252, fig. 194 or rear
⇒ page 252, fig. 195 threaded hole.
– Use the wrench for leverage to tighten the towing eye.Tow-rope or tow-bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with 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
reduce the loading on both vehicles.
It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic
material.
Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing eyes provided or a
towing bracket.
Driving style
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow-rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. Inexperi-
enced drivers should not attempt to tow-start or tow away another vehicle.
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 always a risk of over-
loading 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.
As the brake servo does not work if th e engine is not running, you must apply
considerably more pressure to the brake pedal than you normally would.
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.
Towing vehicles with an automatic gearbox
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Put the selector lever into position “N”.
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Do not drive faster than 50 km/h when towing a vehicle.
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Do not tow further than 50 km.
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If a breakdown vehicle is used, the vehicle must be towed with the front
wheels raised.Note
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Observe legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.
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Index
276Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 157CCar care
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Car care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Car phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Car washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Automatic speed dependent locking and un-locking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Emergency unlocking system . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Locking system for invo luntary unlocking . . 93
Selective unlocking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Unlocking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Central locking button Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Centre arm rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Cetane number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Changing gear See Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Changing the lamps Main headlight lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
rear lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Changing the main headlight lamps
dipped beam lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
main beam lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Side lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
turn signal lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Changing the rear lights indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
luggage compartment lights . . . . . . . . . . . 247
rear fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
reverse light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
side lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Changing windscreen wiper blades . . . . . . . . . 212
Chassis number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Checking battery electrolyte level . . . . . . . . . . 217
Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Categorisation in groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Group 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Group 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Group 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Groups 0 and 0+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
ISOFIX system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Child seats on the front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cigarette lighter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Cleaning alloy wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Cleaning and caring for your vehicle . . . . . . . . 185
Cleaning chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Cleaning cloth seat covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Cleaning dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Cleaning engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Cleaning fabric trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Cleaning leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Cleaning plastic parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Cleaning seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Cleaning steel wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Cleaning windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Cleaning wooden trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Climatic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Climatronic
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Clothes hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Control Light switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Control lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Control lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Controls Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Convenience closing Sliding/tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Convenience opening Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 monitor indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Coolant level warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
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Coolant Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Coolant temperature
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Curtain airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42DDanger of fitting a child seat on the front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Diesel engine Winter driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Differential lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Differential lock fault (EDL) warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Dipped headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Disabling front passenger airbag Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Disabling the airbag Disabling front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . 44
Display (without warning or information texts) . 59
Displays in the Multi-function display Memory displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Door lock cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Door release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Doors
Childproof locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Drinks holders at the front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Drive wheels traction control system . . . . . . . . 174
Driving Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
With a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
with a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Driving economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Driving programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Driving safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Driving with an au tomatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . 164
Driving with respect for the environment . . . . . 183
Duplicate keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Dynamic headlight range control . . . . . . . . . . . 111
EEDL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
EDS Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Electric steering system warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Electrical sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Electronic differential lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81, 158 warning message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Electronic stabilisation program . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Electronic stabilisation programme . . . . . . . . . . 80 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP) warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
emergency manual locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Emergency opening Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Emission control system warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Engine Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Engine compartment Working in the engine compartment . . . . . 201
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Engine fault Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Engine management Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Checking level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Oil properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Topping up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Engine oil dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
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