2008 Seat Alhambra jump start

Contents
4Accessories, parts replacement and
modifications
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Accessories and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof aerial* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile telephones and two-way radios . . . . . . .
Retrofitting a towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and refilling levels
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Refilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If and when
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Vehicle tools*, spare wheel*, breakdown set* and
towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Breakdown set* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation of anti-puncture kit . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sealing and inflating tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing and tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lifting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
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General notes on the technical data
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What you should be aware of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How are the figures measured? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Te ch n ica l D ata
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Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 2.0l 85 kW (115 bhp) 6 gear . . . .
Petrol engine 2.0 litre 85 kW (115 hp). Automatic
Petrol engine 1.8l 110 kW (150 bhp) 6 gear . . .
Petrol engine 1.8l 110 kW (150 bhp). Automatic
Petrol engine 2.8l VR6150 kW (204 bhp) 6 gear
Petrol engine 2.8l VR6 150 kW (204 bhp)
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 2.8l VR6150 kW (204 bhp) 6 gear
four-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 1.9l TDI 85 kW (115 bhp) 6 gears
four-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 1.9l TDI 85 kW (115 bhp) 6 gears
Diesel engine 1.9 TDI 85 kW (115 bhp).
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l TDI 103 kW (140 bhp) 6 gears
Diesel engine 2.0 TDI 103 kW (140 bhp) 6 gears.
Ecomotive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index
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Driving and the environment
186If you drive with wet brakes, for example, after crossing areas of water, in
heavy rainfall or even after washing the car, the effect of the brakes is less-
ened as the brake discs are wet or even frozen (in winter): in this case, “dry”
the brakes by applying the brakes carefully several times
WARNING
Longer braking distances and faults in the brake system increase the risk
of accidents.•
New brake pads must be run in and do not have the correct friction
during the first 200 km. The slightly reduced braking effect can be compen-
sated for by increasing pressure on the brake pedal. This also applies when
new brake pads are fitted.
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If brakes are wet or frozen, or if you are driving on roads which have
been gritted with salt, braking power may set in later than normal.
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When driving downhill, the brakes work hard and get hot very quickly.
Before driving down a long steep gradient, it is advisable to reduce speed
and change to a lower gear (or move the selector lever to a lower gear if
your vehicle has automatic transmission). In this way you will make use of
the engine braking effect and relieve the load on the brakes.
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Never let the brakes “rub” by only applying light pressure. Continuous
braking will cause the brakes to overheat and will increase the braking
distance. Apply and then release the brakes alternately.
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Never let the vehicle coast with the engine switched off. The braking
distance is increased considerably as the brake servo does not work.
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Very heavy use of the brakes may cause a vapour lock if the brake fluid
is left in the system for too long. This impairs the braking effect.
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Non-standard or damaged front spoilers could restrict the airflow to the
brakes and cause them to overheat. Observe the notes ⇒page 202 before
buying accessories.
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If a brake circuit fails, the braking distance will be increased consider-
ably. Contact a qualified workshop immediately and avoid unnecessary
journeys.
Exhaust gas emission control systemCatalytic converter*To conserve the useful life of the catalytic converter
– Always use unleaded petrol.
– Do not run the fuel tank dry.
– For engine oil changes, do not replenish with too much engine oil ⇒page 215, “Topping up engine oil ”.
– Never tow the vehicle to start it, use jump leads if necessary ⇒page 249.If you notice misfiring, uneven running or loss of power when the vehicle is
moving, reduce speed immediately and have the vehicle inspected at the
nearest qualified workshop. These symptoms are communicated by the
exhaust gas warning lamp ⇒page 70. If this happens, unburnt fuel can enter
the exhaust system and escape into the environment. The catalytic converter
can also be damaged by overheating.
WARNING
The catalytic converter reaches very high temperatures! Fire hazard!•
Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with
dry grass or inflammable materials under the vehicle.
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Do not apply additional underseal or anti-corrosion coatings to the
exhaust pipes, catalytic converter or the heat shields on the exhaust
system, because the heat from the engine could ignite them.
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Checking and refilling levels209
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
The exhaust fumes produced are eliminated through an exhaust pipe below
the vehicle.
Note
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For short journeys, very low outside temperatures and a percentage of
biodiesel fuel of over 50 % too much smoke may be produced.
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Every time the engine is switched off, the fan continues to operate for a
short time in order to more quickly cool the heater. When refuelling it is not
necessary to wait until the fan stops operating.
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 98.
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
this reason we recommend that you have service fluids and consumables
replaced by an Authorised Service Centre. Please observe the relevant
instructions ⇒page 202. The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a
hazardous area ⇒ .
WARNING
All work on the engine or in the engine compartment, e.g. checking and
refilling fluids, involves the danger of injury and scalding as well as the risk
of accident or fire.•
Never open the bonnet if you see steam, smoke or coolant escaping
from the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is a risk of sustaining
burns. Wait until no more steam or coolant is emitted, then allow the
engine to cool before carefully opening the bonnet.
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Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.
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Apply the handbrake and move the gear stick to neutral or selector
lever to position P.
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Keep children away from the vehicle.
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Never touch hot engine parts. There is a risk of burns.
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Never spill liquids on a hot engine or on a hot exhaust gas system. This
is a fire hazard.
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Avoid causing short-circuits in the electrical system, particularly at the
points where the jump leads are attached ⇒page 250. The battery could
explode.
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Never touch the radiator fan. It is temperature controlled and could
start automatically, even when the engine has been switched off and the
key removed from the ignition!
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If and when249
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
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Reading light – Remove the complete bracket (interior light and reading light),
place the flat end of a screwdriver between the light and the
ceiling trim and turn the screwdriver. – Turn the lampholder of the back of the lamp in the direction of
the arrow ⇒fig. 170 and separate.
– Remove the defective lamp (with glass bulb).
–Fit a new lamp.
– Replace the mount in the casing and guide it towards the right as far as possible.
– Replace the bracket, first on the left and then insert it in the opening in the ceiling trim.
Jump-startingJump leads
The jump lead must have a sufficient wire cross section.If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery, the battery can be
connected to the battery of another vehicle to start the engine.
Jump leads
Jump leads must comply with the standard DIN 72553 (see manufacturer's
documentation). The wire cross section must be at least 25 mm
2 for petrol
engines and at least 35 mm
2 for diesel engines.
Note
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The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as
soon as the positive terminals are connected.
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The discharged battery must be properly connected to the vehicles elec-
trical system.
Fig. 170 Reading lightsFig. 171 Reading lights
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If and when
250How to jump start: descriptionIn ⇒ fig. 172 , the flat battery is and the charged battery .
Jump lead terminal connections
– Switch off the ignition on both vehicles ⇒.
1. Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive ⇒fig. 172
terminal of the vehicle with the flat battery ⇒.
2. Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal in the vehicle providing assistance.
3. Connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative terminal on the battery of the vehicle providing assistance. 4. Connect the other end of the black jump lead to a solid metal
component which is bolted on to the engine block, or onto the
engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery. Do not
connect it to a point near the battery ⇒.
5. Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.
Starting
6. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let it run at idling speed.
7. Start the engine of the car with the flat battery and wait one or two minutes until the engine is “running”.
Removing the jump leads
8. Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the headlights (if they are switched on).
9. Turn on the heater blower and rear window heater in the vehicle with the flat battery. This helps minimise voltage peaks which are
generated when the leads are disconnected.
10. When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse order to the details given above.
Connect the battery clamps so they have good metal-to-metal contact with
the battery terminals.
If the engine fails to start, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and
try again after about half a minute.
Fig. 172 How to connect
the jump leads
AA
AB
A+
A+
A-
AX
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If and when
252Towing and tow-startingTow-starting*
The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.We recommend that you do not tow-start your vehicle. Jump-starting
is preferable ⇒page 249.
However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started:
–Engage the 2
nd or the 3
rd gear.
– Keep the clutch pressed down.
– Switch on the ignition.
– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.
– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing
vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed
can easily collide with the towing vehicle.
Caution
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it.
Towing eye at the front of the vehicleThe towline anchorage is located on the right of the front bumper ⇒fig. 173.
To access the housing it is necessary to remove the cover.
Removing the cover of the front towing eye
- Remove the cover in the direction shown by the arrow ⇒fig. 173 levering
it out with a screwdriver.
Assembling the cover of the front towing eye
- Put the cover into its socket and press until it is firmly in place.
- Check that it is correctly fitted.
The towing eye should always be kept in the vehicle. Remember the instruc-
tions for tow starting or towing that are in the user's manual
Fig. 173 Towing eye at
the front of the vehicle
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Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
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Rear towline anchorageOn the right hand side of the lower rear section of the body, there is a fixed
towline anchorage ⇒ fig. 174 (arrow).
To w i n g b r a c k e t
If the vehicle has a factory-fitted towing bracket, it should also be used for
towing other vehicles.To w - s t a r t i n g
The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.We recommend that you do not tow-start your vehicle. Jump-starting
is preferable ⇒page 250. However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started:
– Engage 2nd or 3rd gear.
– Keep the clutch pressed down.
– Switch on the ignition and switch on the hazard warning lights.
– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.
– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear
lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing
vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed
can easily collide with the towing vehicle.
Caution
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it.
Note
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The legal requirements concerning towing should be observed.
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Switch on the hazard warning lights of both vehicles. However, observe
any regulations to the contrary.
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For technical reasons, vehicles with an automatic gearbox must not be
tow-started.
Fig. 174 Rear towline
anchorage
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Index287
Gear selector lever
See Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
See Automatic gearbox with Tiptronic . . . . 172
General overview of the engine compartment . 262
Glove compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Glove compartment light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Glow plug system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Guide lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109HHand brake warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76, 173
Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
head restraints Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122, 123
fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Headlamp washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Headlight flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Headlight range control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Headlights Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Heated rear window Heating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
High pressure cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Hubcaps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
IIdentification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Ignition key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Illumination of instruments and switches . . . . 109
Indicator lights indication lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Individual opening of doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Information messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Instrument lighting control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Integrated child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Adjusting belt routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Cleaning the child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Fastening harness belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Group 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Group 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Group 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Releasing harness belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Interior monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Intermittent wipe rear window wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
windscreen wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116JJack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Jump leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
KKey tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Key with remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Kick-down function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172LLifting platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Lifting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Lighting of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Load compartment See Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading area See Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 143 See also Luggage compartment . . . . . . 14, 143
Luggage compartment cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146MMain beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Main beam headlights Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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