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Outer seats in the second row of seats and seats in the third
row of seats
Only the use of an officially approved child seat corre-
sponding to the weight and height of the child is permitted.
In the outer seats of seats in the second and third row universal child seats
for groups 0, 0+, 1, 2, or 3 (Ÿpage 52) Ÿ may be fitted.
Seat with ISOFIX retainers
These seats are suitable for ISOFIX child seats specially designed for this type
of vehicle in accordance with regulation ECE-R 44 Ÿ.
Vehicle seat with integrated child seat
Universal child restraint systems for any group can be fitted to this seat if the
integrated child seat Ÿpage 52, “Integrated child seat” is not used.Ÿ
WARNING
•Children must travel in a child seat appropriate to their weight and
height.
•The vehicle seat must always be fitted in the direction of travel when
securing child restraint systems in weight class 0 or 0+.
•Read and always observe information and warnings concerning the use
of child seats Ÿ in “Safety notes on using child seats” on page 45.
•Please always read and follow the information and warnings provided
by the child seat manufacturer.
Note
•Due to space limitation, only the two outer seats can be used if two ISOFIX
system seats are to be fitted in the second row of seats.
Centre seat in the second row of seats (with three-point roof-
anchored belt)
Only the use of an officially approved child seat corre-
sponding to the weight and height of the child is permitted.
The centre seat with the three-point roof-anchored belt is suitable for weight
classes 0 to 2 Ÿ.
Seat with ISOFIX retainers
Child seats fitted with the ISOFIX system can be used on the centre seat if it
is equipped with ISOFIX retainers Ÿ.
WARNING
The central seat with three-point roof anchored belt is not suited to
universal child seats in group 3.
•The vehicle seat must always be fitted in the direction of travel when
securing child restraint systems in weight class 0 or 0+.
•Children must travel in a child seat appropriate to their weight and
height.
•Read and always observe information and warnings concerning the use
of child seats Ÿ in “Safety notes on using child seats” on page 45.
•Please always read and follow the information and warnings provided
by the child seat manufacturer.
Note
•Due to space limitations, no further ISOFIX restraint systems can be fitted
in the second row of seats once an ISOFIX system has been fitted to the centre
seat.

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– To fasten the three-point belt, take hold of the tongue and pull it
slowly across the chest and lap.
– Push the tongue of the belt into the lock for that seat so that it
engages audibly (pull to check!)
– Adjust the three-point belt to suit body size Ÿ.
Restoring the normal seat
– Pull the loop in the direction of the arrow and push the seat
cushion down until it engages.
Removing the slumber roll
– Remove the head restraint.
– Pull the slumber roll off the head restraint.
– Reinsert the head restraint and push down until it can be heard
to engage.
Use the following measures to guarantee the proper routing of the shoulder
belt:
•Seatbelt height setting
•Adjustment of the seat forwards and backwards
•Backrest angle adjustment
WARNING
•For safety reasons, the seat for children in Group 2 may only be fitted in
the direction of travel and in one of the outer positions (not on the centre
seat).
•The risk of injury is increased if the belt is not correctly routed .
•The shoulder part of the belt should be positioned roughly over the
centre of the shoulder, never across the neck, and fit closely against the
upper part of the body.
•The lap belt part must lie across the pelvis, not across the stomach, and
always fit closely. Tighten the lap belt as necessary.
Group 3 integrated child seat
A suitable child seat and a correctly adjusted seat belt can
help to protect your child.
Setting up the child seat
– Pull the loop to the front in the direction of the arrow Ÿfig. 41
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Fig. 41 Using the inte-
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– Push the seat cushion in direction of the arrow until it
engages in position.
Fastening the three-point belt
– To fasten the three-point belt, take hold of the tongue and pull it
slowly across the chest and lap.
– Push the tongue of the belt into the lock for that seat so that it
engages audibly (pull to check!)
– Adjust the three-point belt to suit body size Ÿ.
Restoring the normal seat
– Pull the loop in the direction of the arrow and push the seat
cushion down until it engages.
Use the following measures to guarantee the proper routing of the shoulder
belt:
•Seatbelt height setting
•Adjustment of the seat forwards and backwards
•Backrest angle adjustment
WARNING
•For safety reasons, the seat for children in Group 3 may only be fitted in
the direction of travel and in one of the outer positions (not on the centre
seat).
•The risk of injury is increased if the belt is not correctly routed .
•The shoulder part of the belt should be positioned roughly over the
centre of the shoulder, never across the neck, and fit closely against the
upper part of the body.
•The lap belt part must lie across the pelvis, not across the stomach, and
always fit closely. Tighten the lap belt as necessary.
Cleaning the child seat
– Open the zip Ÿfig. 42 fully and undo it at the end.
– Pull the cover from the Velcro fastening in area .
– Guide the belt lock and the harness belts through the cover and
remove the child seat cover.
The child seat cover can be washed in a washing machine at a maximum
temperature of 30°C.
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Fig. 42 Section of inte-
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Removing or adjusting head restraints
The head restraints can be adjusted by moving them up and
down.
Adjusting height
– Hold the side of the head restraint.
– Push the head restraint up (in the direction of the arrow) or push
it down with the button pressed Ÿfig. 86 (arrow). Correct setting
Ÿpage 122.
– Make sure that the head restraint engages securely in position.
Removing the head restraint
– Push the head restraint up as far as it will go.
– Press the button Ÿfig. 86 -arrow-.– Pull head restraint out of fitting without releasing the button.
Fitting the head restraint
– Insert the head restraint into the guides on the rear backrest.
– Press and hold button Ÿfig. 86 (arrow) and push the head
restraint down as far as it will go.
– Adjust the head restraint to suit body size.
WARNING
Never drive if the head restraints have been removed. Risk of injury.
•After refitting the head restraint, you must always adjust it properly for
height to achieve optimal protection.
•Please observe the safety warnings Ÿpage 122, “Correct adjustment
of head restraints”.Fig. 86 Adjusting and
removing the head
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Front seats
Adjusting front seats
The control elements Ÿfig. 87 are mirrored for the front right-hand
seat.
Adjusting the seat forwards and backwards
– Pull up the lever and move the seat forwards or backwards
Ÿ.
– Then release the grip and move the seat further until the
catch engages.
Adjusting the backrest angle
– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel.Adjusting the lumbar support
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– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel.
Turning the seat
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– Adjust the seat surface to its lowest position and push the seat
back as far as it will go.
–On the driver's seat, adjust the backrest fully forward so that it
will not hit the steering wheel when turning the seat round.
– Lift the lever and turn the seat round Ÿ.
Adjusting the seat height
– Pull the lever up or push down (several times if necessary) from
its home position. This adjusts the seat height in stages Ÿ
Adjusting the armrest
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– Turn the thumb wheel underneath the arm rest to adjust it to the
size of the occupant.
The curvature of the cushioned area is determined by the settings made in
the lumbar region. This supports the natural curvature of the spine very effec-
tively.
WARNING
•Never adjust the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in
motion. While adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting
position. Risk of injury. Adjust the driver or front passenger seat only when
the vehicle is stationary.
Fig. 87 Front left seat
controls
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•To reduce the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger during
sudden braking manoeuvres or an accident, never drive with the backrest
tilted far back. Risk of injury. The maximum protection of the seat belt can
be achieved only when the backrests are in an upright position and the
driver and front passenger have properly adjusted their seat belts. The
further the backrests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk of injury due
to improper positioning of the belt web!
•Exercise caution when adjusting the seat height or forwards/back-
wards position. Injuries can be caused if the backrest is tilted without due
care and attention.
•Never turn the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in
motion. While adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting
position. Risk of injury. Only turn the driver or passenger seats when the
vehicle is stationary.
•When the vehicle is in motion, the rotating front seats must be securely
engaged and facing the direction of travel. These front seats may be used
only when the vehicle is stationary.
Caution
The driver seat and front passenger seat must not be occupied while they are
being turned. If the seat is occupied when it is turned, it could be damaged.
Seat heating A
The seat cushions and backrests of the front seats can be
heated electrically.
– Turn the appropriate switch Ÿfig. 88 to switch on the seat
heating. The seat heating is switched off in the 0 position.
The seat heating only works when the ignition is switched on. The left switch
controls the left seat heating and the right switch the right seat heating.
Caution
To avoid damaging the heating elements, please do not kneel on the seat or
apply sharp pressure at a single point to the seat cushion and backrest.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 88 Central Console:
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Rear seats
Characteristics of seat equipment
The seats in the passenger compartment have the following features,
depending on the equipment level:
•Integrated three-point seat belt with adjustable latch plate holder,
•Integrated ISOFIX anchor points for a child seat ,
•Height-adjustable head restraints Ÿpage 122
•Room for just one person,
•Adjustable armrests26).
•Individual seats can be removed Ÿpage 129,
•Integrated child seats26).
Seat with integrated child seat
Seats with an integrated child seat have the same functions as the conven-
tional individual seats. The integrated child seat is described in “Safety
first”.
Seat layout
Second row, left seat.
Third row, left seat.
Second row, centre seat.
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Fig. 89 Maximum number of seats in the Alhambra
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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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