2008 Seat Cordoba engine

Unlocking and locking79
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lock
the
vehicle, press the lo ck button brie fly ⇒ fig. 48 . The indicators
flash once.
By pressing the lock button twice ⇒page 78, fig. 48 both the locking
security mechanism (double lock) and th e volumetric alarm* are deactivated
but the perimetric alarm* remains active and this is indicated by the indicator
light on the driver’s door.
Selective unlocking*
When the button ⇒page 78, fig. 48 is pressed once, the driver's door
is unlocked, all others remain locked.
Press the button ⇒page 78, fig. 48 twice to unlock all doors.
WARNING
•
Incorrect use of the key can result in critical injuries.
•
Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle; in case of emer-
gency they may not be able to leave the vehicle or look after themselves.
•
Never leave any of the vehicle keys in the vehicle. This could result in
serious injuries, accidents or the theft of your vehicle. Always take the key
with you when you leave the vehicle.
•
Unsupervised use of a key could me an that the engine is started or that
electrical equipment is used (e.g. elec tric windows). Risk of accident. The
vehicle can be locked using the remote control key. This could result in
people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency.Note
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The radio-frequency remote control ca n also be programmed so that only
the driver's door is unlocked the first time that the unlocking button on the
radio frequency remote control key is pressed. When the button is pressed
once more, all doors and the tailgate will be unlocked.
•
The remote control functions only when you are in range ⇒page 78,
fig. 49 (red area).
•
If the vehicle is unlocked using the button, the vehicle will be
locked again automatically if any of the doors or the tailgate are not opened
within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle. This function prevents the vehicle
from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake.
•
If the vehicle cannot be opened and closed using the remote control, the
remote control key will have to be re-synchronised ⇒page 79.
Changing the batteryIf the battery indicator does not flash when the buttons are pushed, the
battery must be replaced.
Caution
Use of inappropriate batteries may damage the radio frequency remote
control. For this reason, always replac e the dead battery with another of the
same size and power.
For the sake of the environment
The flat batteries must be disposed of in accordance with regulations
governing the protection of the environment.Synchronising the remote control keySynchronising the remote control key
– Use both keys that have been delivered with the vehicle; the key with the remote and the normal key ⇒page 78, fig. 48
⇒ page 78, fig. 49 .
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Buttons in the driver door
Button for window in front left door
Button for window in front right door
Buttons for rear windows* Safety switch for deactivating the electric window buttons in the rear
doors
Button for window in rear right door
Button for window in rear left door
Safety switch
*
Safety switch in the driver door can be used to disable the electric window
buttons in the rear doors.
Safety switch not pressed: buttons on rear doors are activated.
Safety switch pressed: buttons on rear doors are deactivated.
WARNING
•
Incorrect use of the electric windows can result in injury.
•
Never close the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear, to do
otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. Make sure that no
one is in the path of a window.
•
Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
•
Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if
they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that
the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric
windows). Risk of accident. The door s can be locked using the remote
control key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an
emergency.
•
The electric windows will work until the key has been removed from the
ignition and one of the front doors has been opened.
•
If necessary, use the safety switch to disable the rear electric windows.
Make sure that they have been disabled.Note
If the window is not able to close becau se it is stiff or because of an obstruc-
tion, the window will automatically open again ⇒ page 86. If this happens,
check why the window could not be closed before attempting to close it
again.One-touch opening and closing*
The one-touch opening and closing function is only possible
on the front doors and can only be activated from the driver's
door.One-touch closing
– Pull up the button for the window briefly to the second position. The window closes fully.
One-touch opening
– Push down the button for the window briefly to the second posi- tion. The window opens fully.
Restoring one-touch opening and closing
– Close all windows.
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Sliding/tilting roof*Opening and closing the sliding/tilting roof
The sliding/tilting sunroof is opened and closed using the
rotary button when the ignition is switched on.Closing the sliding/tilting sunroof
– Turn the rotary button to position ⇒fig. 53 ⇒ .
Opening/tilting the sliding/tilting sunroof
– Turn the rotary button to position . The sunroof opens to the convenience position where wind noise is reduced.
– To open the roof further, turn the switch to position and hold the switch in this position until the roof opens to the desired
position. Tilting the sliding/tilting sunroof
– Turn the rotary button to position .
Always close the sliding/tilting roof fully if you park the vehicle or leave it
unattended
⇒.
The sliding/tilting sunroof can be operat ed for up to about ten minutes after
the ignition has been switched off, pr ovided the driver door and the front
passenger door are not opened.
Sunroof blind
The sunroof blind is opened together with the sliding/tilting roof. If required,
it can be closed by hand when the sunroof is closed.
WARNING
•
Incorrect use of the sliding/tilting sunroof can result in injury.
•
Never close the sliding/tilting sunr oof without observing and ensuring
it is clear, to do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others.
Make sure that no one is in the path of the sliding/tilting sunroof.
•
Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
•
Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if
they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that
the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric
sliding/tilting sunroof). Risk of accide nt! The doors can be locked using the
remote control key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle
in an emergency.
•
The sliding/tilting sunroof continues to function until one of the front
doors is opened and the key removed from the ignition.
Fig. 53 Roof lining
description: rotary sun
roof control
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Lights and visibility91
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The rear window heating only works when
the engine is running. When it is
switched on, a lamp lights up on the switch.
After 20 minutes, the heati ng device of the rear window switches off automat-
ically. If the button is pushed again, after 20 minutes the rear window heater
stays on continuously until the ignition is switched off.
For the sake of the environment
The rear window heater should be disconnected as soon as the glass is
demisted. By saving electrical power you can also save fuel.
Note
To avoid possible damage to the battery, an automatic temporary disconnec-
tion of this function is possible, coming back on when normal operating
conditions are reestablished.
Hazard warning lights
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The hazard warning lights are used to draw the attention of
other road users to your vehicle in emergencies.
If your vehicle breaks down:
1. Park your vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic.
2. Press the button to switch on the hazard warning lights ⇒.
3. Switch the engine off.
4. Apply the handbrake.
5. On a manual gearbox engage 1st gear, and for an automatic move the selector lever to P.
6. Use the warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users to your vehicle.
Fig. 59 Instrument panel:
switch for hazard warning
lights
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Seats and stowage
112
WARNING
•
Improper use of the cigarette lighter can lead to serious injuries or start
a fire.
•
Take care when using the cigarette lighter. Carelessness or negligence
when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns, risk of injury.
•
The lighter only works when the ignition is turned on or the engine is
running. To avoid the risk of fire, never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
Electrical sockets The 12 Volt cigarette lighter socket can also be used for other electrical
components with a power rating of up to 120 Watt. When the engine is
switched off, however, the vehicle battery will discharge. Further information
⇒ page 167.
WARNING
The current sockets and the connected accessories will only operate when
the ignition is on or when the engine is running. Improper use of the
sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a fire.
To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
Note
•
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain the
battery.
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Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions on
⇒ page 167.
Auxiliary audio connection (AUX-IN)– Lift the AUX. cover ⇒fig. 84 .
– Insert the pin fully (See the radio manual).
Fig. 84 Auxiliary audio
connection
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
116Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioningHeating and ventilationControls– Using the controls ⇒fig. 87 and and with the switch
you can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower
speed.
– Press the button to switch air recirculation mode on or off. A button is illuminated by a yellow lamp for as long as the function
is switched on.Temperature
Switch sets the temperature. The required temperature inside the vehicle
cannot be lower than the ambient temp erature. Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is only available when the engine
has reached its operating temperature.
Blower
The air flow can be set at four speeds with switch . The blower should
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
Air distribution
Control for setting the flow of
air in the required direction.
 – Air distribution towards the windsc reen. Air recirculation is, for safety
reasons, not possible in this position. – Air distribution to the upper body. – Air distribution to footwell. – Air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.
Air recirculation mode
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Air recirculation on (button symbol lights up) prevents strong odours
in the outside air from entering the vehicle interior, for example when driving
through a tunnel or queuing in traffic ⇒.
When the outside temperature is low, us ing air recirculation mode provides
more effective heating by heating air from the vehicle interior instead of cold
air from outside.
WARNING
•
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Fig. 87 On the dash
panel: Heater controls
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
118
– Close outlets 3 .
– Open and turn outlets towards side windowsWhen the windows are demisted and as a preventive measure, the switch
can be set in position
, thus obtaining greater comfort while preventing the
windows from misting again. Heating
Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Note
Remember that the temperature of the engine coolant should be optimum to
ensure that the heating system functions correctly ( except in vehicles fitted
with additional heating*)
Air outlets
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Fig. 89 Air vent
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Air distribution
The outlets and can be closed or opened separately and the air flow
directed according to need.
Air vent closed:
operating lever vertical.
Air vent open: operating lever horizontal.
Swivelling the outlet with the operating lever, it is possible to direct the air
output as desired.
Air conditioning* ControlsThe air conditioning system only works when the engine is running
and the fan is switched on.
– Using the controls ⇒fig. 90 and and with the switch
you can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower
speed.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button or . When the function is activated, a warning light on the button
comes on.
– To demist the wind screens:
– Set air distribution to

.
Switch on symbol
Main air output through outlets:
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1,2

5
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1, 2, 5

3, 4
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Fig. 90 On the instru-
ment panel: air condi-
tioning controls
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