2007 Seat Ibiza 5D wheel torque

Driving
140If, while driving, the selector lever accidentally moves to position N, first
release the accelerator pedal and wait until the engine slows to idling before
selecting a forward gear ⇒.
Starting
Select a range ( R, D, 3, 2, 1). Wait until the change has taken place and the
power transmission of the drive wheels has stabilised (slight pressure is
noticeable). Then depress the accelerator.
Stopping
In the case of a temporary stop, for example at a traffic light, it is not neces-
sary to move to position N, it is sufficient to brake using the brake pedal. The
engine should only run at idle speed.
Parking
On slopes, first pull handbrake on firmly and then connect block. This
prevents overloading of the locking mechanism, making the subsequent
deactivation easier ⇒ .
Emergency start
For vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox the engine can not be started by
towing or pushing the vehicle ⇒ page 233.
If the vehicle battery is flat, a battery from another car can be used to jump-
start the car using a set of jump leads ⇒page 133.
To w i n g
If the vehicle requires towing at any time, observe the instructions of
⇒ page 233, “Towing and tow-starting”.
Back-up programme
In the event of a malfunction of the gearbox electronics, emergency
programmes are activated, according to the type of fault.•
The gearbox continues to connect gears automatically, but the operations
are jerky. Consult the Authorised Service Centre.
•
The gearbox does not automatically engage gears.
In this case they can be changed manually. 3rd gear is only available in posi-
tions D, 3 and 2 of the selector lever.
In positions 1 and R of the selector lever 1st gear and reverse gear are avail-
able respectively as normal.
As the torque converter is required to work more, especially due to the lack of
2nd gear, it is possible that the gearbox oil may overheat. In this case, consult
the Authorised Service Centre as soon as possible.
WARNING
•
In all the ranges the vehicle must always be held with the foot brake
when the engine is running. This is because an automatic gearbox still
transmits power even at idling speed , and the vehicle tends to “creep”.
•
If, when the car is at a standstill and the engine is idling, a range is
connected, take care not to accelerate accidentally (for example, when
working in the engine compartment), as the car will start to move immedi-
ately.
•
Before working on a running engine, place the selector lever in position
P and apply the handbrake.
•
To prevent the vehicle from moving out of control, the handbrake
should always be applied when the vehicle is at a standstill. In addition
move the selector lever to position P.
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
easier to choose the correct tyres. Radial tyres have the tyre designations
marked on the sidewall, for example:
195/65 R15 91T
This contains the following information:
195 Tyre width in mm
65 Height/width ratio in %
R Tyre construction: Radial
15 Rim diameter in inches
91 Load rating code
T Speed rating
The tyres could also have the following information:
•
A direction of rotation symbol
•
“Reinforced” denotes heavy-duty tyres.
The manufacturing date is also indicated on the tyre sidewall (possibly only
on the inner side of the wheel).
“DOT... 1103...” means, for example, that the tyre was produced in the 11th
week of 2003.
We recommend that work on tyres and wheels is carried out by an Authorised
Service Centre. They are familiar with the procedure and have the necessary
special tools and spare parts as well as the proper facilities for disposing of
the old tyres.
Any Authorised Service Centre has full information on the technical require-
ments when installing or changing tyres, wheels or wheel trims.
WARNING
•
We recommend that you use only wheels and tyres which have been
approved by SEAT for your model. Fa ilure to do so could impair vehicle
handling. Risk of accident.
•
Avoid running the vehicle on tyres th at are more than six years old. If
you have no alternative, you should dr ive slowly and with extra care at all
times.
•
Never use old tyres or those with an unknown “history of use”.
•
If wheel trims are retrofitted, you must ensure that the flow of air to the
brakes is not restricted. This could cause them to overheat.
•
All four wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size
(rolling circumference) and the same tread pattern.For the sake of the environment
Old tyres must be disposed of accordi ng to the laws in the country concerned.
Note
•
For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheels from
other vehicles. This can also apply to wheels of the same model. The use of
wheels or tyres which have not been approved by SEAT for use with your
model may invalidate the vehicle's type approval for use on public roads.
•
If the spare tyre is not the same as the tyres that are mounted on the
vehicle - for example with winter tyres - you should only use the spare tyre for
a short period of time and drive with extra care. Refit the normal road wheel
as soon as possible.
Wheel bolts
Wheel bolts must be tightened to the correct torque.The design of wheel bolts is matched to the rims. If different wheel rims are
fitted, the correct wheel bolts with the right length and correctly shaped bolt
WARNING (continued)
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200heads must be used. This ensures that wheels are fitted securely and that the
brake system functions correctly.
In certain circumstances, you may not use wheel bolts from a different car -
even if it is the same model ⇒page 172.
WARNING
If the wheel bolts are not tightened correctly, the wheel could become
loose while driving. Risk of accident.•
The wheel bolts must be clean and turn easily. Never apply grease or oil
to them.
•
Use only wheel bolts which belong to the wheel.
•
If the prescribed torque of the wheel bolts is too low, they could loosen
whilst the vehicle is in motion. Risk of accident! If the tightening torque is
too high, the wheel bolts and threads could be damaged.Caution
The prescribed torque for wheel bolts for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm.Winter tyres
Winter tyres will improve the vehicles handling on snow and
ice.In winter conditions winter tyres will considerably improve the vehicles
handling. The design of summer tyres (width, rubber compound, tread
pattern) gives less grip on ice and snow.
Winter tyres must be inflated to a pressure 0.2 bar higher than the pressures
specified for summer tyres (see sticker on tank flap).
Winter tyres must be fitted on all four wheels. Information on permitted
winter tyre sizes can be found in the vehicle's regis-
tration documents. Use only radial winter tyres. All tyre sizes listed in the
vehicle documentation also apply to winter tyres.
Winter tyres lose their effectiveness when the tread is worn down to a depth
of 4 mm.
The speed rating code ⇒page 198, “New tyres and wheels” determines the
following speed limits : ⇒
Q max. 160 km/h
S max. 180 km/h
T max. 190 km/h
H max. 210 km/h
In some countries, vehicles which can exceed the speed rating of the fitted
tyre must have an appropriate sticker in the driver's field of view. These
stickers are available from your Authorised Service Centre. The legal require-
ments of each country must be followed.
Do not have winter tyres fitted for unnecessarily long periods. Vehicles with
summer tyres handle better when the roads are free of snow and ice.
If you have a flat tyre, please refer to the notes on the spare wheel
⇒ page 198, “New tyres and wheels”.
WARNING
The maximum speed for the winter tyres must not be exceeded. Otherwise,
this could lead to tyre damage and thus, an accident risk.
For the sake of the environment
Fit your summer tyres in good time. They are quieter, do not wear so quickly
and reduce fuel consumption.
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202If and whenVehicle tools, spare wheelVehicle To ols
The vehicle onboard tools are located under the floor panel in
the luggage compartment.– Lift floor panel
– Take the onboard tools out of the vehicle.The tool kit includes:•
Jack*
•
Hook for removing wheel covers* or hub caps*
•
Box spanner for wheel bolts*
•
Reversible screwdriver with handle (including hexagonal interior) for the
wheel bolts. The screwdriver is a combination tool.
•
Towing ring*
•
Adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts*
Some of the items listed are only prov ided in certain models / model years,
or are optional extras.
WARNING
•
Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to tighten
the wheel bolts as with this it is not possible to tighten the bolts to the
required torque, risk of accident.
•
The jack supplied by the factory is only designed for changing wheels
on this model. On no account attempt to use it for lifting heavier vehicles
or other loads, risk of injury.
•
Use the jack only on firm, level ground.
•
Never start the engine when the vehicle is on the jack, risk of accident.
•
I f wo r k is t o b e ca r r i e d o u t un d e r n ea th the vehicle, this must be secured
by suitable stands. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury.WARNING (continued)
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206
WARNING
Put the hazard warning lights on and pl ace the warning triangle in position.
This is for your own safety and also warns other road users.
Caution
If you have to change the tyre on a gradient, block the wheel opposite the
wheel being changed by placing a stone or similar object under it to prevent
the vehicle from rolling away.
Note
Please observe legal requirements when doing so.Changing a wheelChange the wheel as described below
– Pull off the hub cap see also ⇒page 207.
–Slacken the wheel bolts.
– Raise the car with the jack in the corresponding zone.
– Ta k e o f f the wheel and then put on the spare wheel.
– Lower the vehicle.
– Tighten the wheel bolts firmly i n d ia go na l s e q u e n ce wi t h t h e b ox
spanner.
–Replace the hub cap.
After changing a wheel
After changing the wheel there are still tasks to complete.– Put the tools and jack back in the luggage compartment.
– Place the wheel with the defective tyre in the luggage compart- ment and secure it.
– Check the tyre pressure of the newly fitted tyre as soon as possible.
– Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as possible with a torque wrench. The prescribed torque is 120 Nm.
Note•
If you notice that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn when
changing a wheel, they must be replaced before having the wheel bolt torque
checked.
•
In the interest of safety, drive at moderate speeds until the wheel bolt
torque has been checked.
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Te c h n i c a l D a t a
Snow chains
Snow chains are only permitted on the front wheels and only for tyres 155/80
R13; 165/70 R14 and 185/80 R14. Snow ch
ains must have fine-pitch links
which do not protrude more than 15 mm, including tension device.
Remaining tyres can be fitted with chains no thicker than 9 mm.
Wheel bolts
After the wheels have been changed, the tightening torque of the wheel bolts
should be checked as soon as possible with a torque wrench ⇒. The tight-
ening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm.
WARNING
•
Check the tyre pressure at least once per month. Correct tyre pressure
is very important. If the tyre pressure is too high or too low, there is an
increased danger of accidents, particularly at high speeds.
•
If the torque of the wheel bolts is too low, they could loosen whilst the
vehicle is in motion. Risk of accident! If the tightening torque is too high,
the wheel bolts and threads could be damaged.Note
We recommend that you ask your Authorised Service Centre for information
about appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain size.
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Index267
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Sunroof blind
Sliding/tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Switch Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Rear window heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Switches Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Sliding/tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135TTailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Tank fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
reserve indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
TCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
TCS (Traction control system) Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
The danger of not using the seat belt . . . . . . . . 18
Tightening torque of wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158, 240
Towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Towing bracket, fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Towing eye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Traction control system
warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Trailer turn signals Indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Trailer weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Trips, checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63, 94
Two-way radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Type plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Tyre Mobility-System (Tyre repair kit) . . . 205, 211
Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Tyre repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205, 211
Tyres and wheels Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Tyres service life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Tyres tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Tyres with directional tread pattern . . . . . . . . . 196
UUnderbody sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
USB* connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116VVehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Vehicle data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Vehicle identification data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Vehicle identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Vehicle interior heating or cooling system . . . 123
Vehicle paint
Car care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Vehicle tools Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Vehicle wallet storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
vent wings* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Ventilation slits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Volumetric sensor* Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
WWarning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Washing by hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing with high pressure cleaners . . . . . . . 165
Water in the windscreen washer tank . . . . . . . 189
Wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208, 241Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Wheel change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Wheel trims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196, 240
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