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Electrical accessories may be connected
to the 12 volt socket in the front
centre console ⇒page 142, fig. 115 or to that of the rear centre
console ⇒ page 142, fig. 116 in the passenger compartment and to the
socket in the luggage compartment*. The appliances connected to each
socket must not exceed a power rating of 120 Watt.
WARNING
The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them are also func-
tional with the ignition switched off and the key removed. Improper use of
the sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a
fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
Note
•
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain the
battery.
•
Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions on
⇒ page 196.
First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire
extinguisherWarning triangle
Fig. 117 Warning
triangle storage under the
rear coverFig. 118 Opening the
storage compartment
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144The warning triangle is located in a stowage box under the luggage compart-
ment cover ⇒ pa ge 143, fig. 118. To open this storage compartment, turn the
knob 90º fig.
Note
•
The warning triangle is not part of the vehicle's standard equipment.
First-aid kit and fire extinguisherThe first aid box *is kept in the stowage box under the luggage compartment
cover.
The fire extinguisher* is attached to the luggage compartment carpet by
velcro.
Note
•
The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are not part of the vehicle's
standard equipment.
•
The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements.
•
Observe the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. You should
purchase a new first-aid kit as soon as possible after the shelf-life date of the
first-aid kit has expired.
•
The fire extinguisher must comp ly with legal 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 emergency equipment see the instruc-
tions on ⇒ page 196.
Luggage compartmentStowing luggage
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment
as possible.
– Secure luggage in the luggage compartment with suitable straps on the fastening rings.
WARNING
•
Loose luggage and other loose items in the vehicle can cause serious
injuries.
•
Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly move and
change the way the vehicle handles.
•
During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects in the
passenger compartment can be flung forward, injuring vehicle occupants.
•
Always store objects in the luggage compartment and secure with suit-
able straps. This is especially important for heavy objects.
•
When you transport heavy objects, always keep in mind that a change
in the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.
•
Please observe information on safe driving ⇒page 7, “Safe driving”.
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Caution
Hard objects on the shelf could chafe against the wires of the heating
element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
The ventilation slots in front of the rear side windows must not be covered as
this would prevent st ale air being extracted from the vehicle.Luggage compartment cover
Removing the cover
–Disengage the loops ⇒ fig. 119 from the allotments .
– Extract the cover from its allotment, in its rest position and pull outwards. The storage compartment should remain closed.
To remove the storage compartment
– Open the storage compartment by t urning the knob
9
0°
⇒ p
age 143, fig. 118.
– Pul l out
wards until the compartment is freed from the pivot
point ⇒ fig. 120
.
WARNING
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the luggage compartment cover, this
will endanger the vehicle occupants in case of sudden braking.
Fig. 119 Luggage
compartment cover
Fig. 120 Removing
storage shelf
AB
AA
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Note•
Ensure that, when placing items of clothing on the luggage compartment
cover, that rear visibility is not reduced.
•
Only the warning triangle* and other li ghtweight objects should be stored
in the storage compartment.
Roof carrier*Please observe the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof:•
For safety reasons, only luggage racks and accessories supplied by offi-
cial SEAT Service should be used.
•
It is imperative to precisely follow the fitting instructions included for the
rack, taking special care when fitting th e front bar in the allotments designed
for this and the rear bar between the marks on the upper part of the rear door
frame while respecting the correct direction of travel indicated in the installa-
tion manual. Not following these instructions may lead to paintwork damage
or marks on the bodywork.
•
Pay special attention to the tightening torque of the attachment bolts and
check them following a short journey. If necessary, retighten the bolts and
check them at regular intervals.
•
Distribute the load evenly. A maximum load of 40 kg only is permitted for
each roof carrier system support bar, the load must be distributed evenly over
the entire length. However, the maximu m load permitted for the entire roof
(including the support system) of 75 kg must not be exceeded nor should the
total weight of the vehicle be exceeded. See the chapter on “Technical Data”.
•
When transporting heavy or large objects on the roof, any change in the
normal vehicle behaviour due to a change in the centre of gravity or an
increased wind resistance must be taken into account. For this reason, a suit-
able speed and driving style must be used.
•
For those vehicles fitted with a sunroof*, ensure that it does not contact
the load on the roof carrier system when opened.
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Air conditioningHeatingControls and equipment– Using the controls ⇒fig. 121 and and the control you
can set the temperature, air distribution and the air flow.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button or . When the function is activated, the display window in the
lower left of the button is lit.Temperature
With the regulator the heating level is determined. The required tempera-
ture inside the vehicle cannot be lower than the ambient temperature. Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Rear window heating
This function will be switched off automatically approximately
20 minutes
after being switched on. It can also be switched off beforehand by pushing
the button
Air recirculation mode
Air recirculation mode prevents st rong odours in the outside air from
entering the vehicle interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in
queuing traffic ⇒.
Fig. 121 On the dash panel: Heater controls
A1
A4
A5A2
A3
A1
A2
A3
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148With low ambient temperatures, the air recirculation increases the effective-
ness of the heating system by heating the air inside the passenger compart-
ment rather than the ambient air.
Air distribution
Control for setting the flow of air in the required direction. – Air distribution towards the windsc reen. Air recirculation is, for safety
reasons, not possible in this position. – Air distribution to the upper body. – Air distribution to footwell – Air distribution to the windscreen and the foot well.
Blower
The air flow can be set at four speeds with the control . The air flow should
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
WARNING
•
For road safety all windows must be clear of ice, snow, and condensa-
tion. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarize yourself
with the correct operation of the heat ing and ventilation system, including
the anti-fog/defrost functions for the windows.
•
In air recirculation mode, no ambient air enters the vehicle interior. The
windows can quickly fog over if the heating is switched off. Therefore, you
should never leave the air recirculation mode switched on for longer
periods, as this increases the risk of an accident.Note
Please observe the general notes ⇒page 156.
A4
A5
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Climatic*Control switchesThe climatic or semi-automatic air conditioning system only works
when the engine is running and the turbine is switched on.
– Using the controls ⇒fig. 122 and and the control you
can set the temperature, air distribution and the air flow.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button , or . When the function is activated, the display window in
the lower left of the button is lit.
Temperature selector ⇒page 150
Button – cooling system on/off ⇒page 150 Button – Rear window heating. The heating will be switched off auto-
matically approximately
20 minutes after switching on. It can also be
switched off beforehand by pushing the button.
Button – Air recirculation mode ⇒page 151
Air distribution control ⇒page 150
Blower switch. There are four speed settings for the air flow. The air flow
should always be set at the lowe st speed when driving slowly.
WARNING
For road safety all windows must be clear of ice, snow, and condensation.
This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarize yourself with
the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system, including the
anti-fog/defrost functions for the windows.
Fig. 122 On the dash panel: Climatic controls
A1
A5
A6A2
A3
A4
A1A2
AC
A3
A4
A5A6
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NotePlease observe the general notes ⇒page 156.Heating and cooling the interiorHeating of the vehicle interior
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒fig. 123 clockwise to select
the required temperature.
– Turn the blower switch to one of the settings 1-4.
– Use the air distribution control to guide the flow of air in the required direction: (to the windscreen), (to the upper
body), (to the foot well) and (to the windscreen and to the
foot well). Cooling the passenger compartment
– Switch on the air conditioner using the button
⇒page 149,
fig. 122 .
– Turn the temperature selector anti-clockwise until the desired cooling output is reached.
– Turn the blower switch to one of the settings 1-4.
Fig. 123 On the dash panel: Climatic controls
A1
AC
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