2006 Seat Alhambra maintenance

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•Always stow objects safely in the vehicle and secure them on the
fastening rings if necessary.
•Use suitable specialist straps to secure heavy objects.
•Loose objects in the vehicle can move suddenly. As the centre of gravity
moves, safety is impaired and the vehicle becomes difficult to handle.
•During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects can be thrown
forward, injuring vehicle occupants. This increased risk of injury will be
further increased if a loose object is struck by an inflating airbag. If this
happens, objects can be transformed into “missiles”. Risk of fatal injury.
•Remember that transporting heavy objects modifies the driving condi-
tions as the centre of gravity has been altered. There is a risk of accident.
Therefore, it is essential to adjust your speed and driving style accordingly,
to avoid accidents.
•Never exceed the allowed axle loads or allowed maximum weight. If the
allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded, the driving char-
acteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents, injuries and
damage to the vehicle.
•Never leave the vehicle unattended, especially when the tailgate is
open. Children could climb into the interior of the vehicle closing the door
behind them; they will remain trapped without help and there is a mortal
risk.
•Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Close and lock all
windows, the tailgate and all doors when you leave the vehicle.
•Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. Every
passenger must be properly belted in.
Luggage compartment cover
The luggage compartment cover protects your luggage from
prying eyes.WARNING (continued)
Fig. 114 Luggage
compartment: holders on
the right
Fig. 115 Luggage
compartment: holders on
the left

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WARNING
Always fit the net partition carefully, observing the instructions. Risk of
injury.
•Heavy, pointed or sharp items which are not stowed securely can cause
injury in the event of sudden braking manoeuvres or accidents, even if the
net bag is correctly assembled.
•For reasons of safety, vehicle occupants must not travel behind a fitted
safety net.
Roof carrier
Safety notes on using the roof carrier
The roof carrier system must always be installed exactly
according to the instructions provided.
•Your vehicle has special roof rails on the right and left for fitting the
mounts. Therefore, standard roof carriers cannot be used.
•The mounts are the basis of a complete roof carrier system. Special
fixtures must then be added in order to safely transport luggage, bicycles,
skis, surf boards or boats on the roof. All these system components are avail-
able from SEAT Service. We recommend you use genuine SEAT roof carrier
systems. If you wish to use a different roof carrier, make sure that it can be
fitted securely to your vehicle and that it cannot damage your vehicle.
•We recommend that you keep the assembly instructions provided by the
roof carrier manufacturer in your vehicle wallet.
•Only the fitted retainers may be used to secure the carrier feet on vehicles
without a roof railing. These retainers are located underneath the plastic rain
channel between the markings.
•In vehicles with roof edging36), the basic supports can be fitted on the
edge making sure to adapt the distance between the supports to the objects
to be carried. On vehicles with a sliding/tilting roof
36), however, the front
carrier may not be fitted near the rear edge of the sliding/tilting roof when the
roof is open.
When should the roof carrier be removed?
•When it is not needed (to save fuel, reduce wind noise and avoid theft).
•Before cleaning in an automatic car wash.
WARNING
•If you do not use mounts approved by SEAT or fail to fit them according
to instructions, the load or the roof carrier itself may fall off the vehicle roof
and onto the street. Risk of accident or injury.
•The risk of an accident is increased by transporting heavy or bulky
loads on the roof, which affects the car's handling by shifting the centre of
gravity and increasing susceptibility to cross winds. Both circumstances
increase the risk of accident. Therefore you must adapt your driving style
and speed to the prevailing conditions - avoid sudden braking or driving
manoeuvres when there is a load on the roof carrier.
•The roof carrier system must always be installed exactly according to
the instructions provided.
Caution
•Check all bolted connections and fastenings for the roof carrier system
before every trip. If necessary, tighten bolted connections and check the
system at regular, appropriate intervals, e.g. at each stop during a long trip.
•The height of your vehicle is changed by the installation of the roof carrier
and the load secured on it. Bear this in mind when driving through garage
doors or low underpasses – there is danger of damage to the vehicle.
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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a Before using the cooling and heating box for the first time, you should clean
it using a household detergent.
Disconnect the power supply and clean the box if you do not plan to use the
cooling and heating box for a long period. Place a folded towel between the
box and its lid. This prevents mould and damp stains forming in the cooling
and heating box.
Whenever possible, food and drinks should be stored in air-tight containers
in the box.
Do not overfill the box - this would prevent air circulation within the box.
Place crumpled paper (or similar) between bottles and other containers in the
box to prevent clanking noises.
Do not fill the interior of the box with liquid or ice.
Caution
•Do not place objects, blankets, or clothes on top of the cooling/heating
box, as the air intake and output may be obstructed and the box will discon-
nect itself.
•Do not place any containers, food items or other objects into the box if
they are warmer than +50°C. This could damage the cooling and heating box.
•The cold/hot box is not suitable for transporting corrosive material or
material containing solvents.
•Never leave the cold/hot box in the rain or damp.
Note
•The cooling and heating box is not designed to heat or cool the interior of
the vehicle. The cooling and heating box should be used only for cooling and
warming food and drinks and for transporting heat-sensitive items on short
journeys.
•A corresponding manual for the installation and use of the cooling and
heating box is included by the manufacturer and should be kept with the
vehicle wallet.
Cooling or heating
The contents of the cooling and heating box can be cooled or
kept warm.
Switching on the cooling function
– Insert the cable plug in the cooling and heating box so that the
blue marking on the plug is pointing to the notch.
– Insert the connector cable plug into one of the vehicle's 12 volt
sockets.
– Keep the lid of the cooling and heating box closed.
Fig. 117 Cooling and
heating box as installed

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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
Climatronic
Controls
The Climatronic maintains the selected vehicle temperature automatically.
The cooling system only works when the engine is running and the
blower is switched on.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button
Ÿfig. 118.
The temperature and the blower can be controlled individually at the front or
rear of the vehicle. Button – defrost function for the windscreen. The air recirculation
and ECON mode are switched off and the windscreen heating
37) is
switched on. The air drawn in from outside the vehicle is directed at the
windscreen.
Display of the blower setting for the front
Display:
−AUTO (automatic mode) or
Fig. 118 Detail of the dash panel: Climatronic controls
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A1<
A2
A3

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a If a temperature above +29°C (86ºF) is selected, the display indicates HI. In
this setting the system runs at maximum heating output and the temperature
is not controlled.
Climatronic maintains a constant temperature level fully automatically. This is
done by automatically adjusting the temperature of the air supplied to the
interior, the blower setting, and the air distribution. The system also allows
for the effect of strong sunlight, so there is no need for manual adjustment.
Therefore, automatic mode provides the best comfort for the vehicle occu-
pants in virtually all conditions throughout the year.Automatic mode is switched off whenever an adjustment is made using the
buttons for air distribution or blower. The temperature continues to be regu-
lated.
Note
In the automatic mode, at least one outlet in the instrument panel must be
open. The cooling system could otherwise ice over.
Manual mode
In manual mode you can adjust the air temperature, flow, and distribution yourself.
Switching on manual mode
– Press one of the air distribution buttons Ÿfig. 119 or
several times, or one of the temperature buttons or . is deleted from the display.
Fig. 119 Detail of the dash panel: Climatronic controls
A15A16
A17A18AUTO

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WARNING
Do not leave the air recirculation function on for long periods. In air recircu-
lation mode, no fresh air enters the vehicle interior. Also, if the cooling
system is switched off, the windows can quickly mist over. Stale or contam-
inated air inside the vehicle may cause drowsiness, increasing the risk of
accident.
Climatronic for the passenger compartment
Setting the blower speed for the passenger compartment
– The temperature is selected with buttons Ÿfig. 120 and .
It remains stored until another temperature is selected.Setting the blower speed for the passenger compartment
– Buttons and are used to lower or raise the blower speed
and thus adjust the air volume.
The Climatronic for the rear works only in air recirculation mode. Fresh air is
not drawn into the vehicle.
Fig. 120 Detail of the dash panel: Climatronic controls
A21A22A19A20

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a Air vents in the roof
In vehicles with a second cooling system
39) for ventilating the passenger
compartment, an air outlet is fitted in the roof above each rear seat
Ÿfig. 122.
The air outlets in the roof can be opened and closed individually and
adjusted by moving the grid.
Each air outlet has two thumb wheels. The left thumb wheel can be used to
open and close the air outlet. The right thumb wheel can be used to direct the
air towards the head and chest.
WARNING
Never leave objects, food or medicines in front of the air outlets in the rear
seats. The hot air could damage or destroy heat-sensitive objects, food or
medicines.
Caution
Do not use the area in front of the outlets to store objects. This could cause
the blower to overheat and switch off. The blower could also be damaged.
Note
In the cooling mode, at least one air outlet in the roof must be open. The
cooling system could otherwise ice over.
General notes
The pollen filter
The pollution filter serves as a barrier against impurities in the ambient air
(e.g. dust and pollen).
For the air conditioning system to work with maximum efficiency, the pollen
filter must be replaced at the intervals specified in the Service Schedule.
If the filter loses efficiency prematurely due to use in areas with very high
levels of air pollution, the pollen filter must be changed more frequently than
stated in the Service Schedule.
Instructions for use
If the air conditioning or Climatronic
40) is not switched on for a long period,
deposits on the evaporator can cause unpleasant smells. To prevent these
odours, the cooling system should be run at the highest blower setting at
least once a month when temperatures are over +5°C. Briefly open a window
at the same time.
Faults in the operation of the air conditioning
There is a fault if the all the symbols in the Climatronic flash for approx. 15
seconds when the ignition is switched on. Contact a specialist workshop.
If the air conditioning system cannot be switched on this may be caused by
the following reasons:
•the engine is not running.
•The blower is switched off.
•The outside temperature is lower than +5°C.
•the cooling system compressor has been temporarily switched off
because the engine coolant temperature is too high.
•The air conditioner fuse is faulty.
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Driving
Steering
Adjusting the steering wheel position
The height and reach of the steering wheel can be freely
adjusted to suit the driver.
– Adjust the driver seat to the correct position.
– Push the lever under the steering column Ÿfig. 123 down
Ÿ.
– Adjust the steering wheel in this way until the correct position is
set Ÿfig. 124.
– Then push the lever up again firmly Ÿ.
WARNING
•Incorrect use of the steering column adjustment function and an incor-
rect seating position can result in serious injury.
•To avoid accidents, the steering column should be adjusted only when
the vehicle is stationary. Risk of accident.
Fig. 123 Adjusting the
steering wheel position
Fig. 124 Proper sitting
position for driver