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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
– Insert a new wiper blade of the same length and design in the
direction of arrow and hook the blade back onto the wiper
arm.
– Now pull the wiper blade against the direction of arrow until it engages.
– Push the wiper arm back against the glass.These are available from SEAT Service
®.
If the wiper scrapes , it should be replaced if damaged, or cleaned if soiled.
If this does not produce the desired results, the setting angle of the wind-
screen wiper arms might be incorrect. They should be checked by a qualified
workshop and corrected if necessary.
WARNING
Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows!•
Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly.
•
The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year.Caution
•
Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers could scratch the windscreen.
•
Never use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to
clean the windows. This could damage the windscreen wiper blades.
•
Never move the windscreen wiper or windscreen wiper arm manually - this
could cause damage!Note
•
The wiper arms can be moved to the service position only when the
bonnet is properly closed.
Brake fluidChecking the brake fluid level
The brake fluid is checked at the intervals given in the service
schedule.– Read off the fluid level at the transparent brake fluid reservoir. It should always be between the “MIN” and “MAX” marks.The position of the brake fluid reservoir is shown in the corresponding engine
compartment diagram ⇒page 262. The brake fluid reservoir has a black and
yellow cap.
The brake fluid level drops slightly when the vehicle is being used as the
brake pads are automatically adjusted as they wear.
A2
A2
Fig. 149 In the engine
compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir cover
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222However, if the level goes down noticeably in a short time, or drops below the
“MIN” mark, there may be a leak in the brake system. A display on the instru-
ment panel will warn you if the brake fluid level is too low ⇒page 70.
WARNING
Before opening the bonnet to check the brake fluid level, read and observe
the warnings ⇒page 209.Changing the brake fluid
The Maintenance Program indicates the brake fluid change
intervals.We recommend that you have the brake fluid changed by an Authorised
Service Centre.
Before opening the bonnet, please read and follow the warnings ⇒ in
“Safety instructions on working in the engine compartment” on page 209 in
“Working in the engine compartment”.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. In the cour se of time, it will absorb water from
the ambient air. If the water content in the brake fluid is too high, the brake
system could corrode. This also considerably reduces the boiling point of the
brake fluid. Heavy use of the brakes may then cause a vapour lock which
could impair the braking effect.
It is important that you use only use brake fluid compliant with the US
standard FMVSS 116 DOT 4. We recommend the use of Genuine SEAT brake
fluid.
WARNING
Brake fluid is poisonous. Old brake fluid impairs the braking effect.
•
Before opening the bonnet to check the brake fluid level, read and
observe the warnings ⇒page 209.
•
Brake fluid should be stored in the closed original container in a safe
place out of reach of children. There is a toxic risk.
•
Complete the brake fluid change according to the Maintenance
Program. Heavy use of the brakes may cause a vapour lock if the brake fluid
is left in the system for too long. Th is would seriously affect the efficiency
of the brakes and the safety of the vehicle. This may cause an accident.Caution
Brake fluid could damage the paintwork. Wipe off any brake fluid from the
paintwork immediately.
For the sake of the environment
Brake fluid must be drained and disposed of in the proper manner observing
environmental regulations.
WARNING (continued)
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If and when
256Your vehicle may only be lifted by a lifting platform at the points shown in the
illustrations ⇒page 255, fig. 176 and ⇒page 255, fig. 177 ⇒.
Using the jack to lift the vehicle ⇒ page 239.
To prevent damage to the underside of the vehicle when lifting the vehicle,
rubber pads must be used.
Before driving onto a lifting platform, you must check there is sufficient clear-
ance between low parts of the vehicle and the lifting platform.
WARNING
If the lifting platform is inappropriate or the vehicle is lifted incorrectly,
accidents or injuries may be caused. The vehicle could even fall from the
lifting platform.•
All occupants should leave the vehicle before it is lifted.
•
The vehicle must only be lifted at the points indicated in the diagrams
⇒ page 255, fig. 176 and ⇒page 255, fig. 177 . If the vehicle is not lifted
at the indicated points, it may fall from the platform while the engine or
gearbox is being dismounted, for example.
•
Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised. Risk of accident. The
vehicle may fall from the platfo rm due to the engine vibrations.
•
When work is being carried out underneath the vehicle, it must be
secured using suitable frames. If not, an accident may occur.
•
To lift the vehicle, only two-pillar or two-post lifting platforms with
sufficiently long arms and load-bearing capacity should be used.
•
Lifting platforms with fluid filled cu shions may not be used for lifting
the vehicle.Caution
•
The vehicle should never be lifted at the engine oil sump, the gearbox, or
the front or rear axle. This could cause serious damage to the vehicle.
•
Before driving onto a lifting platform, you must check there is sufficient
clearance between low parts of the vehicle and the lifting platform.
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Technical Data
262Te c h n i c a l D a t aChecking fluid levelsFrom time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the
vehicle must be checked. Never fi ll with incorrect fluids, to do
so may cause serious damage to the engine.
Engine oil dipstick
Oil filler neck
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery (underneath a cover)
Coolant temperature deposit
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
The checking and replenishment of the service fluids are carried out on the
components mentioned above. These operations are described in the
⇒ page 209. Overview
Further explanations, instructions and restrictions on the technical data are
contained as of
⇒page 257.
Fig. 178 Diagram for the
location of the various
elements
A1A2A3A4A5A6
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Technical Data
264Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 2.0 litre 85 kW (115 hp). AutomaticGeneral engine data
Performance figures Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change
4.0 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 85 (115)/ 5200
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 170/ 2600-4200
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1984
Compression 10
Fuel Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.b)With a slight power lossMaximum speed in km/h 173
Acceleration from 0-49.71 mi/h in sec. 11,3
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 17,2
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Technical Data265
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te 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) 6 gearGeneral engine data
Gross vehicle weight
in kg 2450
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1673/1993
Gross axle weight, front in kg 1240
Gross axle weight, rear in kg 1280
Permitted roof load in 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 110 (150)/ 5800
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 210/ 1800-4300
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1781
Compression 9,5 ± 0,5
Fuel 95 super RON
a)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Measure of the anti-detonation capacity of the petrol.
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Technical Data
266Performance figures
Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity Maximum speed
in km/h 199
Acceleration from 0-49.71 mi/h in sec. 7,2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 10,9
Gross vehicle weight in kg 2450
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1674/1994
Gross axle weight, front in kg 1240
Gross axle weight, rear in kg 1280
Permitted roof load in 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
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Technical Data
268Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 2.8l VR61 50 kW (204 bhp) 6 gearGeneral engine data
Performance figuresApproximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change
4.3 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 150 (204)/6200
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 265/3400
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
6/ 2792
Compression 10,75 ± 0,25
Fuel Super 98 RON
a)/Super 95 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Measure of the anti-detonation capacity of the petrol.b)With a slight power lossMaximum speed in km/h 217
Acceleration from 0-49.71 mi/h in sec. 7,2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 9,9
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