2007 Seat Alhambra maintenance

Lights and visibility113
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Interior lights and reading lightsThe rocker switch ⇒fig. 75 of the interior lights has the following posi-
tions: permanent light
, door contact connection
 and fully off 0. Courtesy light position

The interior lights are automatically switched on when the vehicle is unlocked
or a door is opened. and turn off about 20 seconds after the closure of the
doors. They also go off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is
switched on.
Interior light switched on

Press the symbol
 on the rocker switch to switch the interior lights at front
and rear on permanently.
Switching off the interior light
When the switch is in the intermediary position, the front and rear lights are
permanently switched off.
Reading light for the front passenger

The reading light for the front passenger is switched on and off with the
button ⇒fig. 75 .
Reading light in the passenger compartment
There is a reading light above each rear door ⇒fig. 76 .
Using the button -arrow- the reading light is switched on or off.
Glove compartment light
The light in the glove box on the front passenger side will only light up if the
lights are switched on and the glove box is open.
Luggage compartment lighting
The light is switched on automatically when the tailgate
21) is opened and is
switched off when it is closed.
Fig. 75 Section of roof:
front interior light and
reading lightsFig. 76 Reading light in
the passenger compart-
ment
AA
21)Optional equipment
AB
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Lights and visibility115
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Rear window heating

To connect the rear window heater, press the button ⇒fig. 78 on the
console with the ignition on. A symbol in the button lights up when the rear
window heating is switched on.
The rear window heating is switched off after a delay of approx. 20 minutes.
It can also be switched off be forehand by pushing the button.
Windscreen heating*

Press button ⇒fig. 79 in the central console while the engine is running
to switch on the windscreen heating. A symbol in the button lights up when
the windscreen heating is switched on.
The windscreen heating is switched off automatically after a delay of approx.
10 minutes. The windscreen heating wo rks only when the engine is running.
Note
•
The passenger compartment heating blower will be switched off when the
windscreen heating is switched on.
•
In vehicles fitted with an air conditioning system ⇒page 151 the wind-
screen heating function is automatically switched on for a maximum of 4
minutes depending upon the outside weather conditions, to aid deicing.
Fig. 78 Centre console:
rear window heating
button

Fig. 79 Centre console:
button for thermal wind-
screen

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Lights and visibility117
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Caution
In icy conditions, always check that th e wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass before using the wipers for the fi rst time. If you switch on the wipers
when the wiper blades are frozen to the windscreen, you could damage both
the wiper blades and the wiper motor.Rear window wiper

The windscreen wiper lever controls the rear window wipers
and the automatic rear window wash and wipe.Connecting the intermittent wipe
– Press the lever forwards to position ⇒fig. 81 . The wiper will
wipe the window approximately every 6 seconds. Switching off the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever back from position towards the steering wheel.
T h e wi p e r will co n t i n u e to fun c t i o n fo r a s h o r t p e r i o d i f yo u s wi tch
off whilst the wipers are in motion.
Connect the rear window automatic wipe
– Press the lever fully forwards to position ⇒fig. 81 . The rear
wi n d o w w a s h e r s ta r t s t o w o r k i m mediately while the rear window
wiper starts a little later and continues working while the lever is
in this position.
– Return the lever back to the rest position. The wiper then wipes for approximately 4 seconds, and then in intervals again.
WARNING
•
A worn or dirty wiper blade will obstruct visibility and reduce safety.
•
Observe the warnings “Changing wiper blades”.Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blade is not frozen to the glass
before using the wiper for the first time. If you switch on the wiper when the
wiper blade is frozen to the glass, this could damage both the wiper blade
and the wiper motor.
Note
•
The rear window wiper will only function when the ignition is switched on
and the tailgate is closed.
•
The rear window wiper is automatically connected when the windscreen
wiper is on and reverse gear is engaged (manual gearbox) or the selector
lever of the automatic gear box is placed in position R.
Fig. 81 Windscreen wiper
and windscreen wash
leverA6
A6
A7
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Lights and visibility119
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This function can be activated and deactivated by pressing the rearview
mirror switch
⇒page 118, fig. 82 . When it is activated, the warning lamp
lights up .
Exterior mirrors
The exterior mirrors can be adjusted using the rotary knob in
the driver's door.Basic setting of exterior mirrors
1. Turn knob ⇒fig. 83 to position ( left exterior mirror ).
2. Turn the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle.
3. Turn knob to position ( right exterior mirror). 4. Swivel the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a
good view to the rear of the car ⇒ .
Electric folding wing mirror housings
23)
– Turn knob to position
 to fold in the wing mirrors electri-
cally.
Folding wing mirrors back out23)
– Turn the knob to another position to fold the exterior mirrors back out ⇒ .
S y

nchroni sed wing mirror ad
justm
ent
23)
1. Turn the control to the position ( left exterior mirror).
2. Turn the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle. The right exterior mirror will
be adjusted at the same time (synchronised). If necessary the
right wing mirror adjustment may need correcting.Heated wing mirrors
23)
The heated wing mirrors are heated while the rear window heater
⇒ page 115 and the ignition are switched on.
WARNING
•
The rear view convex or aspheric mirror increase the field of vision
however the objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors. If you
use these mirrors to estimate the distance to vehicles behind you when
changing lane, you could make a mistake. Risk of accident.
A1
A2
Fig. 83 Section of
driver's door: rotary knob
for the exterior mirrors
AL
AR
23)Optional equipment
AA
AL
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Seats and stowage121
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Seats and stowageThe importance of correct seat adjustmentProper seat adjustment optimi ses the level of protection
offered by seat belts and airbags.The driver seat, front passenger seat, and seats in the passenger compart-
ment, can be adjusted in many ways to suit the physical requirements of the
vehicle occupants. The correct seat position is very important for:•
fast and easy operation of all controls on the instrument panel,
•
relaxed posture that does not cause drowsiness,
•
safe driving,
•
optimum protection from the seat belts and airbag system ⇒page 7.
Vehicle seats
Your vehicle has a total of five or seven
24) seats.
•
First row of seats: two seats
•
Second row of seats: three seats
•
Third row of seats
24): two seats
Each seat is equipped with a three-point seat belt.
WARNING
If the driver and passengers assume improper sitting positions, they may
sustain critical injuries.•
Never transport more people than there are seats available in the
vehicle.
•
Every occupant in the vehicle must properly fasten and wear the seat
belt belonging to his or her seat. Chil dren must be protected with an appro-
priate child restraint system. Section “Child Safety”
•
The seats and all head restraints must always be adjusted to body size
and the seat belt must always be prop erly adjusted to provide you and your
passengers with optimum protection.
•
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the vehicle is moving; never
rest them on the dash panel, out of the window or on the seat. This also
applies to passengers. An incorrect sitting position exposes you to an
increased risk of injury in the event of a braking manoeuvre or an accident.
If the airbag is triggered, you could sustain fatal injuries due to an improper
sitting position.
•
It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a distance
of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel. Failure to respect
the minimum distance means that the airbag will not protect you. Risk of
fatal injury. The distance between the driver and the steering wheel or
between the front passenger and the dash panel should always be as great
as possible.
•
Adjust the driver or front passenger seat only when the vehicle is
stationary. Otherwise your seat coul d move unexpectedly while the vehicle
is moving. This could increase the risk of an accident and therefore injury.
In addition, while adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting
position. Risk of fatal accidents.
•
Special guidelines apply to installing a child seat on the front
passenger seat. When installing a child seat, observe the warning note in
“Child safety”.
•
The seats in the third row of seats may, for safety reasons, only be used
if the luggage compartment cover has been removed.
24)Optional equipment
WARNING (continued)
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Seats and stowage123
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Removing or adjusting head restraints
The head restraints can be adju sted 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 ⇒ fig. 86 (arrow). Correct setting
⇒ page 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 ⇒fig. 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 ⇒
fig. 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 ⇒page 122, “Correct adjustment
of head restraints”.
Fig. 86 Adjusting and
removing the head
restraints
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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

The seat cushions and backrests of the front seats can be
heated electrically.– Turn the appropriate switch ⇒fig. 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 Seat heating
controls
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Second row, right seat.
27)
Third row, right seat.
27)
Notes on the installation of the seats•
Seats and are of the same construction and thus interchangeable.
•
Seats and are of the same construction and thus interchangeable.
•
Seat can be installed in positions .
•
Seat can be installed in place of seats , , and .
Moving seats – Make sure that the vehicle is not on a steep slope.
– Pull the unlock lever
⇒fig. 90 upwards, in the direction of the
arrow, and hold in this position. –Move the seat.
– Return the lever back to the rest position.
– Always ensure that the seat is securely engaged.
WARNING
•
Please be careful when adjusting the seat backwards and forwards!
Injuries can be caused if the backrest is tilted without due care and atten-
tion.
•
Adjust the seat only when the vehicl e is stationary. Otherwise your seat
could move unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving. This could increase
the risk of an accident and therefore injury.
•
Please observe safety recommendations concerning seats
⇒ page 131.
27)Optional equipmentA4A5
A1
A2
A4
A5
A2
A1
A3
A1
A2A4
A5
Fig. 90 Adjustment of the
seat forwards and back-
wards
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