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Switching on the turn signals
– Move the lever all the way up ⇒page 111, fig. 73 to indicate
right , and all the way down to indicate left .
Signalling a lane change
– Move the lever upwards or downwards to change lanes.
Switching main beam on and off
– Turn the light switch to position
⇒ page 108, fig. 70 .
– Press the lever forward to switch on the main beams.
– Pull the lever back towards you to switch the main beam head- lights off again.
Headlight flasher
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel to operate the flasher.
Switching on parking lights
– Switch off the ignition and remove the key from the lock.
– Move the lever up or down to turn on the right or left-hand parking lights respectively.
WARNING
The main beam can dazzle other drivers. Risk of accident! Never use the
main beam headlights or the headlight flasher if they could dazzle other
drivers.
Note
•
The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on. The corre-
sponding warning lamp or flashes in the combi-instrument. The warning
lamp 20) flashes when the turn signals are operated, provided a trailer is
correctly attached and connected to the vehicle. If a turn signal bulb is defec-
tive, the warning lamp flashes at double speed. If the trailer turn signal bulbs
are damaged, warning lamp does not light up. You should have the bulbs
replaced.
•
Both warning lamps will flash at the same time when the hazard warning
lights are switched on.
•
If one turn signal fails, whether that of the vehicle or of the trailer, the
warning lamp will start flashing twice as fast.
•
The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the dipped beam
headlights are already on. The warning lamp
then comes on in the combi-
instrument.
•
The headlight flasher comes on for as long as you pull the lever – even if
no other lights are switched on. The warning lamp
then comes on in the
combi-instrument.
•
When the parking light is switched on, the front side light and the rear
light of the corresponding side of the vehicle stay lit. The parking lights will
only work if the key is removed from the ignition.
•
If the turn signal lever is left on after the key has been taken out of the
ignition lock, a buzzer sounds when the driver door is opened. This is a
reminder to switch off the turn signal, unless of course you wish to leave the
parking light on.
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
Changing a lightBulbs, changing
Bulbs should be changed by a professional mechanic only.Technical knowledge is required to change bulbs. This is because, in certain
cases, access can be gained only by removing other vehicle components.
This applies in particular to bulbs which can be accessed only from the
engine compartment.
We recommend bulbs are changed by a qualified dealership or, if this is not
possible, by a qualified person.
However, if you wish to change the bulb, please observe the following:
Before changing a bulb, you must switch off the light (light switch in O posi-
tion), and the turn signal lever must be in the neutral position.
Always replace damaged bulbs with identical bulbs with the same designa-
tion. The type is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass or on the base.
You should store spare light bulbs in the vehicle for safety-relevant lights.
Bulbs can be obtained from SEAT Service Centres.
WARNING
•
The high voltage element of gas discharge lamps must be handled
correctly. Failure to comply could result in fatal injuries.
•
H7* bulbs are pressurised and could explode when they are being
changed. Risk of injury.
•
In vehicles fitted with gas discharge lamps *, there is a mortal danger if
the high voltage section of the lamp is incorrectly handled.
•
When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety
warnings ⇒page 209.
Side indicator lamps– Slide the turn signal forwards ⇒fig. 163 and remove .
– Remove the lamp holder and separate.
Fig. 163 Side indicatorFig. 164 Side indicator
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– Remove the failed glass bulb and replace with a new bulb.
– Insert the lamp holder in the turn signal guide rail.
– First fit the turn signal in the opening of the chassis, securing with the tabs ⇒ fig. 164 and then, fit the bulb as shown by
the arrow .Rear lightsBefore changing a bulb, the tailgate should always be opened.
The lights have the following layout:
On the body
Turn signals, pilot light and brake/rear light
On the tailgate / rear door
Reversing light and rear antifog light.
Lights on vehicle body – Open the cover in the luggage compartment trim.
– Press the side tabs in the direction of arrow ⇒ fig. 165.
– Press the defective bulb into the bulb carrier, then turn it to the left and remove it.
– Fit the new bulb and turn to the right as far as possible.
– Fit the lampholder, press in until the tabs “click” into place.
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A2
Fig. 165 Lights on
vehicle body
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