2006 Seat Alhambra Owner's Manual

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•when driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces,
•when rocking the vehicle backwards and f

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•The effectiveness of the ESP is also determined by the tyres fitted 
�Ÿpage 225.
Caution
In order to ensure that ESP and TCS function correctly, all four wheels must be

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Driving and the environment
Running-in
Running in a new engine
The engine needs to be run

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If you drive with wet brakes, for example after driving through water, after 
heavy rainfall or after washing the car, the braking effect will be reduced as 
the brake

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•Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with 
dry grass or in

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Driving abroad
Notes
For driving abroad, the following must be taken into consideration:
•For vehicles fitted with a catalytic converter ensure that unleaded petrol i

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l  D a t a Gross combination weight
The gross combination weight is the actual weight of the laden v

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Remove the towing bracket from the luggage compartment
– Open the lock by turning the key �Ÿpage 189, fig. 135  clock-
wise.
– Take out the wheel completely   in t