
Cockpit
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WARNING
•
Failure to observe warning lamps and warning messages can result in 
serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
•
The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Use a 
warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users to your 
stationary vehicle so that it does not represent a danger.
•
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a area! Before you 
open the bonnet to work on the engin e or in the engine compartment, you 
must switch off the engine and allow it  to cool to reduce the risk of scalding 
or other injuries. Read and observe the relevant warnings  ⇒page 180.Note
•
The appropriate warning lamp for a fa ult will light up in vehicles without 
warning or information texts in the display.
•
In vehicles with warning or information texts in the display, the appro-
priate warning lamp for a fault will ligh t up and a warning or information text 
will also appear in the display.
Alternator 
 
This warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator.
The warning lamp 
 lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should go 
out when the engine has started running.
If the warning lamp  lights up while driving, the alternator is no longer 
charging the battery. You should immediately drive to the nearest qualified 
workshop.
You should avoid using electrical equipment that is not absolutely necessary 
because this will drain the battery.
If the indicator flashes the voltage is insufficient for normal vehicle 
operation.
Electro-hydraulic steering* 
The level of steering assistance depends on the vehicle speed and on the 
steering angle.
The warning lamp should li ght up for a few seconds when the ignition is 
switched on. It should go out when the engine has started running.
 
Pollen accumulation in the diesel engine particulate filter
⇒page 66
Electronic immobiliser ⇒page 67
Engine oil pressure ⇒page 67
Trailer turn signals in operation ⇒page 67
Item
Symbol Meaning of warning and control lamps Further information
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Cleaning and caring for your vehicle
164Care of the vehicle exteriorAutomatic car washesThe paint is so durable that the car can normally be washed without problems 
in an automatic car wash. However, the effect on the paint depends to a large 
extent on the design of the car wash, the brushes used, the filtering of the 
wash water and the type of detergents and wax solutions used, etc.
Before going through a car wash, be sure to take the usual precautions such 
as closing the windows and sunroof. There is nothing to note apart from that.
If the vehicle has special accessories such  as spoilers or a roof carrier or two-
way radio aerial, etc., it is advisable to consult the car wash operator.
After the car has been washed, the  brakes could hesitate to respond as the 
brake discs and pads will be wet, or even frozen in winter. “Dry ” the brakes 
by braking several times.
WARNING
Moisture, ice and salt on the brakes may affect braking efficiency. Risk of 
accident.
Caution
Before putting the vehicle in a carwash tunne l, do not tighten the aerial if it is 
folded as this may cause damage.Washing by handWashing the vehicle
– First soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse off. – Clean the vehicle with a soft spon
ge, a glove or a brush. Start on 
the roof and work your way down. Use only light pressure.
– Rinse the sponge or glove as much as possible.
– Special car shampoo should only be used for very stubborn dirt.
– Clean the wheels, sill panels etc. last using a different sponge or  glove.
– Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with water.
– Dry the surface of the vehicle gently using a chamois leather.
–If it is cold , dry the rubber seals and the surfaces they touch with 
a cloth to prevent them freezing. Apply silicone spray to the 
rubber seals.
After cleaning the vehicle
– If possible, avoid sudden braking directly after washing the  vehicle. You must “dry” the brakes by applying the brakes care-
fully several times  ⇒page 152, “Braking effect and braking 
distance”.
WARNING
•
The ignition must always be switched off before the vehicle is washed.
•
Protect your hands and arms from cuts on sharp metal edges when 
cleaning the underbody, the inside of the wheel housings etc. Risk of 
injury.
•
Moisture, ice and salt on the brakes may affect braking efficiency. Risk 
of accident.
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
Petrol additives
Petrol additives improve the quality of the petrol.The quality of the petrol influences running behaviour, performance and 
service life of the engine. For this reason you should use good quality petrol 
containing additives. These additives will help to prevent corrosion, keep the 
fuel system clean and prevent deposits from building up in the engine.
If good quality petrol with additives is  not available or engine problems occur, 
the required additives must  be added during refuelling.DieselDiesel*Diesel fuel must correspond to DIN EN 590 (EN = “European standard”). It 
must have a cetane number (CN) of at  least 51. The cetane number indicates 
the ignition quality of the diesel fuel.
Notes on filling with fuel  ⇒page 177.RME fuel*
Only those vehicles fitted with special equipment (number PR 
2G0 for biodiesel use) may use biodiesel corresponding to 
the standard DIN EN 14214.The biodiesel fuel must comply wit h the DIN EN 14.214 (FAME) Standard.•
Biodiesel is a methylester obtained from rapeseed oil.
•
DIN is a German abbreviation for “Deutsches  Institut für  Normung e.V.”, 
the German standards institute.
•
EN means  European  Norm.
•
FAME is the English abbreviation for “ Fatty  Acid  Methyl  Ester”
If the date sticker of the vehicle in cludes the number PR 2G0 optional equip-
ment) this means that that vehicle has been prepared for biodiesel use.
Your Authorised Service Centre or automobile association will be able to 
advise on where you can obtain RME biodiesel fuel.
Your Authorised Service Centre can also be consulted to know if the vehicle 
has been prepared for biodiesel use.
Things to note about RME fuel (biodiesel)
•
The performance of a vehicle using biodiesel maybe somewhat reduced.
•
Fuel consumption of a vehicle using biodiesel may be slightly higher.
•
RME fuel can be used in winter at  temperatures down to approx. -10°C.
•
At outside temperatures below -10° C, we recommend using winter diesel 
fuel.Caution
•
RME fuel can damage the fuel system in vehicles which are not suitably 
adjusted.
•
If you decide to use biodiesel in your vehicle, please use only RME fuel 
which is DIN E 14,214 compliant.
•
If you use biodiesel that does not me et the required standard, the fuel 
filter could become clogged.Note
•
In case of low exterior temperatures and a fuel biodiesel percentage of 
higher than 50%, an increase in gas emission may occur during operation of 
the independent heating.
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180•
The fuel filter may become clogged when fuel is changed to biodiesel. For 
this reason, we recommend that, about every 300 or 400 km, following a fuel 
change, also change the fuel filter. Also  note the instructions in the Inspec-
tion and Maintenance plan.
•
If the vehicle is to remain parked for more than about two weeks, we 
recommend filling the fuel tank with  biodiesel and driving about 50 km in 
order to avoid damage to the injection system.
Winter driving
Diesel can thicken in winter.Winter-grade diesel
When using “summer-grade diesel fuel”, difficulties may be experienced at 
sub-zero temperatures because the fuel  thickens due to wax separation. For 
this reason, “winter-grade diesel fuel” is available in some countries during 
the cold months. It can be used  at temperatures as low as -22
°C.
In countries with different climatic conditions the diesel fuel sold generally 
has different temperature characteristics. Check with an Authorised Service 
Centre or filling stations in the country concerned regarding the type of diesel 
fuels available.
Filter pre-heater
Your vehicle is fitted with a fuel filter pre-heater, making it well equipped for 
operation in winter. This ensures that the fuel system remains operational to 
approx. -24
°C, provided you use winter-grade diesel which is safe to -15
°C.
However, if the fuel has waxed to such an extent that the engine will not start 
at temperatures of under -24
°C, simply place the vehicle in a warm place for 
a while.
Caution
Do not mix fuel additives (“thinners”, or similar additives) with diesel fuel.Working in the engine compartmentSafety instructions on working in the engine compartment
Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the 
engine must be carried out cautiously.Before starting any work on the engine or in the engine compart-
ment:
1.  Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Apply the handbrake.
3.  Move the gear stick to neutral or the selector lever to position  P.
4.  Wait for the engine to cool down.
5.  Keep children away from the vehicle.
6. Raise the bonnet  ⇒page 182.You should not do any work in the engine compartment unless you know 
exactly how to carry out the jobs and have the correct tools! Have the work 
carried out by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain.
All service fluids and consumables, e.g.  coolant, engine oil, spark plugs and 
batteries, are being constantly developed . SEAT provides a constant flow of 
information to the Authorised Service  Centres concerning modifications. For 
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184Oil properties
Viscosity
The viscosity class of the oil is selected according to the diagram.
When the ambient temperature falls outside the limits of the scale for a short 
period, an oil change is not required.
Mono-grade oil
Single grade oils are generally not suitable for all year round use, due to 
ranges of viscosity
6). These oils are only useful in a climate 
that is constantly very cold or very 
warm.
Engine oil additives
No type of additive should be mixed  with the engine oil. The deterioration 
caused by these additives is not covered by the warranty.
Fig. 126  Types of oil 
according to temperature
Engine type Specification
Petrol VW 501 01/ VW 502 00/ VW 504 00
Diesel VW 505 00/ VW 505 01/ VW 507 00/ VW 506 01
Diesel Injector Pump 
a)
a)Only use recommended oils, otherwise you may damage the engine.
VW 505 01/ VW 507 00/ VW 506 01
Diesel Injector Pump Motor 118 kW
a)
VW 506 01/ VW 507 00
Diesel Engines with Particulate filter (DPF)
a)
VW 507 00
6)Viscosity: oil density
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Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
•
Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings 
⇒ page 180, “Safety instructions on working in the engine compartment”.
•
Wait for the engine to cool down. Hot oil may cause burn injuries.
•
Wear eye protection to avoid injuries caused by splashes of oil.
•
When removing the oil drain plug with your fingers, keep your arm hori-
zontal to help prevent oil from running down your arm.
•
Wash your skin thoroughly if it  comes into contact with engine oil.
•
Engine oil is poisonous! Used oil must be stored in a safe place out of 
the reach of children until it is disposed of.Caution
No additives should be used with engine  oil. This could result in engine 
damage. Any damage caused by the use of such additives would not be 
covered by the factory warranty.
For the sake of the environment
•
Because of the disposal problems, the necessa ry special tools and 
specialist knowledge required, we reco mmend that you have the engine oil 
and filter changed by an Authorised Service Centre.
•
Never pour oil down drains or into the ground.
•
Use a suitable container when draining the used oil. It has to be large 
enough to hold all the engine oil.
CoolantCoolant specifications
Coolant is a mixture of water and at least 40% coolant addi-
tive.The cooling system must be filled with a mixture of water and at least 40 % of 
our coolant additive G 12+ or an addi tive with the specification TT-VW 774 F 
(it is dyed purple). This mixture gives the necessary frost protection down to 
-25
°C and protects the al loy parts of  the cooling system again st corrosion. It 
also prevents scaling and raises the boiling point of the coolant.
The concentration of coolant must  always be at least 40% - even if frost 
protection is not required.
If greater frost protection is required in  very cold climates, the proportion of 
the antifreeze additive G 12+ can be increased. However, the percentage of 
coolant additives should not exceed 60%, as this would reduce the frost 
protection. It would also reduce th e cooling effect. A mixture with 60% 
coolant addit ive will give f rost protection to approx. -40
°C.
WARNING
•
The coolant additive is toxic. There is a toxic risk. Always keep the 
coolant additive in the original container which should be stored out of the 
reach of children. The same applies to coolant which you have drained off.
•
The coolant additive G 12+ must be added in sufficient quantities to 
provide anti-freeze protection at the coldest ambient temperatures that 
can be expected. At extremely cold ambient temperatures, the coolant 
could freeze, causing the vehicle to breakdown. As the heater would also 
not work in this situat ion, there is a risk of suffering exposure!
WARNING (continued)
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Technical Data
244Trailer weights
Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.2 51 kW (69 bhp)General engine data
Performance figures With no brakes, gradients up to 12%
500
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 800
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 2.8 litres
Power output in kW (bhp)  rpm 51 (69)/ 5400
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 112/ 3000
No. of cylinders, capacity  in cm 
3
3/ 1198
Compression  10,5 +/- 0,3
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 170
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 9,3
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 14,2
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Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.4 63 kW (86 bhp)General engine data
3 doors
5 doors
Gross vehicle weight in kg 15371560
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 11021127
Gross axle weight, front in kg 809814
Gross axle weight, rear in kg 778800
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
With no brakes, gradients up to 12% 500
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 800
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 3.2 litres
Power output in kW (bhp)  rpm 63 (86)/ 5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 132/ 3800
No. of cylinders, capacity  in cm 
3
4/ 1390
Compression   10,5 +/- 0,3
Fuel Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol.
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b)Slight power loss