2006 Seat Alhambra fuel cap

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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 tips
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.
If the vehicle is towed, with the hazard warning lights on and the ignition
switched on, the turn signal may be used to indicate that you are going to
change direction. Move the turn signal lever accordingly. Meanwhile, the
hazard warning lights will go off. When the turn signal lever is returned to the
rest position, the hazard warning lights will automatically reconnect.
The brake servo works only when the engine is running. In this case the pedal
has to be pressed harder.
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
•Move the selector lever to N.
•Do not drive faster than 50 km/h when towing a vehicle.
•Do not tow further than 50 km.
•If a breakdown truck is used, the vehicle must be towed with the front
wheels raised.
WARNING
The braking behaviour and capacity of a vehicle changes when being towed
or when you are trying to start the vehicle by pulling. Please observe the
following notes in order to prevent injury and accident:
•Inexperienced drivers should refrain from trying in order to avoid acci-
dent.
•Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
−The brake must be depressed must harder as the brake servo does
not operate. Take care not to bump into the towing vehicle.
−More strength is required at the steering wheel as the power
steering does not operate when the engine is switched off.
•Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
−Accelerate smoothly and avoid any sudden movement.
−Brake more in advance than usual and brake gently.
Caution
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it
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Note
•Observe legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.
•For technical reasons, vehicles with an automatic gearbox must not be
tow-started.

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Weights
Kerb weight refers to the basic model with a fuel tank filled to 90% capacity
and without optional extras. The figure quoted includes 75 kg to allow for the
weight of the driver.
For special versions and optional equipment fittings or for the addition of
accessories, the weight of the vehicle will increase Ÿ.
WARNING
•Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transporting
heavy objects; this may affect the vehicle's handling and lead to an acci-
dent. Always adjust your speed and driving style to suit road conditions
and requirements.
•Never exceed the gross axle weight rating or the gross vehicle weight
rating. If the allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded, the
driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,
injuries and damage to the vehicle.
Towing a trailer
Trailer weights
Trailer weights
The trailer weights and drawbar loads approved are selected in intensive
trials according to precisely defined criteria. The approved trailer weights are
valid for vehicles in EU for maximum speeds of 80 km/h (in certain circum-
stances up to 100 km/h). The figures may be different in other countries. All
data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data Ÿ.Drawbar load
The maximum permitted weight exerted by the trailer drawbar on the ball joint
of the towing bracket must not exceed 85 kg.
In the interest of road safety, we recommend that you always tow
approaching the maximum drawbar load. The response of the trailer on the
road will be poor if the drawbar load is too small.
If the maximum permissible drawbar load cannot be met (e.g. with small,
empty and light-weight single axle trailers or tandem axle trailers with an axle
base of less than 1 metre), at least 4% of the actual trailer weight is a legal
stipulation for a drawbar load.
WARNING
•For safety reasons, you should not drive at speeds above 80 km/h when
towing a trailer. This also applies to countries where higher speeds are
permitted.
•Never exceed the maximum trailer weights or the draw bar loading. If
the permissible axle load or the permissible total weight is exceeded, the
driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,
injuries and damage to the vehicle.
Wheels
Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel bolts
Tyre pressures
The sticker with the tyre pressure values can be found on the inside of the
tank flap. The tyre pressure values given there are for cold tyres. The slightly
raised pressures of warm tyres must not be reduced Ÿ.

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a
Petrol engine 2.0 litre 85 kW (115 hp) 6 gears
General engine data
Performance figures
ConsumptionPower output in kW (bhp)rpm 85 (115)/ 5200
Maximum torquein Nm at rpm 170/ 2600-4200
No. of cylinders, capacity
in cm
34/ 1984
Compression 10,5 ± 0,5
Fuel
Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RONb)
a)Research-Octane-Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.b)With a slight power loss
Maximum speedin km/h 177
Acceleration from 0-49.71 mi/h in sec. 10,6
Acceleration from 0-100 km/hin sec. 15,2
Urban cycle12,8/307 12,9/310 13,0/312 13,1/314
Extra urban cycle7,4/178 7,5/180 7,6/182 7,7/185
Combined9,4/226 9,5/228 9,6/230 9,7/233

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Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 2.0l 85 kW (115 bhp). Automatic
General engine dataGross vehicle weightin kg 2430
Weight in working order (with driver)in kg 1653/1973
Gross axle weight, frontin kg 1210
Gross axle weight, rearin kg 980
Permitted roof loadin kg 75
With no brakes, gradients up to 12%700
With brakes, gradients up to 12%1800
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4,0 litres
Power output in kW (bhp)rpm 85 (115)/ 5200
Maximum torquein Nm at rpm 170/ 2600-4200
No. of cylinders, capacity
in cm
34/ 1984
Compression 10
Fuel
Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RONb)
a)Research-Octane-Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.b)With a slight power loss

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Petrol engine 1.8 litre 110 kW (150 hp) 6 gears
General engine data
Performance figures
Consumption (litres/100 km)/ CO
2 (g/km) Power output in kW (bhp)rpm 110 (150)/ 5800
Maximum torquein Nm at rpm 210/ 1800-4300
No. of cylinders, capacity
in cm
34/ 1781
Compression 9,5 ± 0,5
Fuel
95 super RON
a)
a)Research-Octane-Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.
Maximum speedin km/h 199
Acceleration from 0-49.71 mi/hin sec. 7,2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/hin sec. 10,9
Urban cycle13,0/312 13,1/314 13,2/317 13,3/319
Extra urban cycle7,3/175 7,4/178 7,5/180 7,6/182
Combined9,4/226 9,5/228 9,6/230 9,7/233

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.8l 110 kW (150 bhp). Automatic
General engine dataGross vehicle weightin kg 2450
Weight in working order (with driver)in kg 1674/1994
Gross axle weight, frontin kg 1240
Gross axle weight, rearin kg 1280
Permitted roof loadin kg 75
With no brakes, gradients up to 12%700
With brakes, gradients up to 12%1900
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.3 litres
Power output in kW (bhp)rpm 110 (150)/ 5500
Maximum torquein Nm at rpm 210/ 1850-4500
No. of cylinders, capacity
in cm
34/ 1780
Compression 9,5
Fuel
95 super RON
a)
a)Research-Octane-Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a
Petrol engine 2.8l VR6 150 kW (204 bhp) 6 gear
General engine data
Performance figures
Consumption (litres/100 km)/ CO
2 (g/km) Power output in kW (bhp)rpm 150 (204)/6200
Maximum torquein Nm at rpm 265/3400
No. of cylinders, capacity
in cm
36/ 2792
Compression 10,75 ± 0,25
Fuel
Super 98 RON
a)/Super 95 RONb)
a)Research-Octane-Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.b)With a slight power loss
Maximum speedin km/h 217
Acceleration from 0-49.71 mi/h in sec. 7,2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/hin sec. 9,9
Urban cycle14,5/348 14,6/350 14,7/353 14,8/355
Extra urban cycle8,2/197 8,3/199 8,4/202 8,5/204
Combined10,5/252 10,6/254 10,7/257 10,8/259

Technical Data 270
Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 2.8l VR6 150 kW (204 bhp) Automatic
General engine dataGross vehicle weightin kg 2470
Weight in working order (with driver)in kg 1694/2014
Gross axle weight, frontin kg 1240
Gross axle weight, rearin kg 1280
Permitted roof loadin kg 75
With no brakes, gradients up to 12%700
With brakes, gradients up to 12%2000
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 5,5 litres
Power output in kW (bhp)rpm 150 (204)/6200
Maximum torquein Nm at rpm 265/3400
No. of cylinders, capacity
in cm
36/ 2792
Compression 10,75 ± 0,25
Fuel
Super 98 RON
a)/Super 95 RONb)
a)Research-Octane-Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.b)With a slight power loss