2008 Seat Exeo window

Lights and visibility123
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VisibilityHeated rear window
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The rear window heating clears the rear window of condensa-
tion.– Press button to switch the rear window heating on or off
⇒fig. 96 .The rear window heating only works when the ignition is switched on. An indi-
cator lamp in the button lights up when the rear window heater is switched
on.
The heated rear window switches off automatically after about 10 minutes if
the outside temperature is above 0°C.
Depending on the outside temperature, the exterior mirrors are heated while
the heated rear window is switched on.
For the sake of the environment
Switch of the heated rear window as soon as the rear window has demisted.
By saving electrical power you can also save fuel.Sun visors
The sun visors can improve visibility and contribute to safety.The sun visors for the driver and the front passenger can be pulled out of
their mountings in the centre of th e vehicle and turned towards the doors
⇒ fig. 97 .
The make-up mirrors in the sun visors have covers. On opening the cover ,
the mirror light* located in the headli ner is automatically switched on. The
light switches itself off when the cover is closed and when the sun visor is
pushed back up.
Fig. 96 Switch for heated
rear window
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Fig. 97 Sun visor
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Lights and visibility
124Sun blind*
Sun blinds are provided for the rear window and the rear side
windows.
Sun blinds (rear side windows)
– Pull out the blind and hook it into the hooks at the top of the door
frame ⇒fig. 98 .
Sun blind (rear window)
– Press the switch to extend or retract the electric sun blind for the rear window ⇒ fig. 99.The sun blind for the rear window switches off automatically when it reaches
the end position. It can be made to mo ve in the other direction before it
reaches its end position by briefly pressing the switch a second time. If the
ignition is turned off while the blind is still moving, it continues until it
reaches the end position before switching off.
Note
•
An overload cut-out may be triggered if the sun blind for the rear window
is operated repeatedly. There will then be a short delay before the blind can
be operated again.
•
As the material of the sun blind is less flexible at low temperatures, the
electric actuator is switch ed off when the temperature in the car is below -5°C.
The sun blind can only be operated when the temperature inside the car rises
above this level.
Fig. 98 Sun blind
extended to cover rear
side windowFig. 99 Switch for electric
sun blind on rear window
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Lights and visibility
128•
the interior lighting is switched on
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reverse gear is engaged
Sensors for automatic headlights*
When the light switch is set to the AUTO position, the dipped beam head-
lights are switched on and off automatically according to the ambient light
level with the aid of the sensors located in the interior rear view mirror
⇒ page 113.
WARNING
Electrolyte fluid can leak from a broken mirror. This fluid can cause irrita-
tion to the skin, eyes and respiratory organs. Wash thoroughly with clean
water should you come into contact with this fluid. Seek medical assist-
ance if needed!
Caution
Electrolyte fluid leaking from a broken mirror can cause damage to plastic
surfaces. Use a sponge or similar to remove the fluid as soon as possible.
Note
•
The rear-view mirrors automatic anti-dazzle function* will only work prop-
erly if the sun blind* for the rear window is rolled down and if there are no
other objects preventing light fr om reaching the interior mirror.
•
If you have to stick any type of sticker on the windscreen, do not do so in
front of the sensors. Doing so could pr event the automatic headlight or anti-
dazzle function from working correctly or even from working at all.
Exterior mirrors
The exterior mirrors are adjusted electrically.Adjusting the exterior mirrors
– Turn the adjuster knob to position ⇒fig. 103 (left exterior
mirror) or position (right exterior mirror).
– Move the knob as required to adjust the exterior mirror for a good view behind you.
Retracting both exterior mirrors
– Turn the knob to position .It is advisable to fold the exterior mirrors, for example when parking or when
driving along narrow spaces.
Fig. 103 Detailed view of
the armrest: Adjuster
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Lights and visibility129
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Heated mirrors
The mirrors are heated (depending on th
e outside temperature) when the rear
window heater ⇒page 123 is switched on.
Memory for exterior mirrors*
On vehicles with memory function for the driver's seat, the setting of the exte-
rior mirrors is automatically stored together with the seat position
⇒ page 134.
Tilting function for exterior mirror on the passenger's side* (only if equipped
with memory for exterior mirrors)
When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror surface tilts slightly downwards,
provided the mirror control is switch ed to the exterior mirror on the
passenger's side (knob in position ⇒page 128, fig. 103 ). This provides a
better view of the kerb when parking.
The mirror returns to its original position as soon as reverse gear is disen-
gaged and the vehicle is driven forwards at a speed above 15 km/h, or when
the mirror control is turned to position or to the neutral position .
Caution
•
Rear view convex or aspheric* mirrors increase the field of vision,
although objects appear smaller and furt her away in the mirrors. Therefore,
you should not rely on these mirrors for judging the distance of vehicles
behind.
•
If one of the mirror housings is knocked out of position (e.g. when
parking), the mirrors must first be fully retracted with the electric control. Do
not readjust the mirror housing by hand, as this will interfere with the mirror
adjuster function.Note
If the electrical adjustment ever fails to operate, the mirrors can be adjusted
by hand by lightly pressing the edge of the mirror glass.
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Seats and stowage
142
Folding the backrest forwards
– Press the release lever ⇒ page 141, fig. 118 in the direction
indicated (arrow).
– Fold down the backrest.
Returning the backrest to its upright position
– Push the backrest up until it engages securely ⇒. The red
marking on the tab should no longer be visible when the
backrest is properly secured.
Locking the backrest
– Turn the key clockwise in the lock on the backrest release lever.
Unlocking the backrest
– Turn the key anti-clockwise in the lock on the backrest release lever ⇒page 141, fig. 119 .When the backrest is properly engage d in its upright position, the release
lever can be locked and unlocked with the key. This prevents unauthorised
access to the luggage compartment from inside the vehicle.
WARNING
•
Make sure that the rear backrest is securely locked in position so that
the seat belt can provide proper protection on the centre rear seat.
•
The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during sudden
braking.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that the seat
belts for the outer rear seats are in their guides, so that they cannot be caught
up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Storage shelf
The storage shelf behind the rear backrest should only be
used to store light items of clothing.
WARNING
Do not store any heavy or hard objects on the storage shelf. These could
cause injury if the brakes are applied suddenly.
Caution
Please note that hard objects could chafe against the wires of the heating
element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
Make sure that the slots between the rear window and the storage shelf are
kept clear to ensure unimpaired ventilation.
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
152Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning2C-ClimatronicDescription
The climate control is designed to automatically keep the
passenger compartment at the temperature you find most
comfortable at all times of the year.Recommended settings:
– Set the temperature to 22°C (71°F).
– Press the ⇒page 154, fig. 133 button.The following setting quickly provides a comfortable temperature inside the
vehicle. We therefore recommend you do not modify the setting unless you
find this temperature uncomfortable or where circumstances require as such.
The climate control provides heating and ventilation and also cools and
dehumidifies the air inside the vehicle.
The climate control is fully automatic and will constantly maintain the temper-
ature which has been set. To achieve this, the temperature of the air supplied
to the interior, the blower speed (volume of air delivery) and the air distribu-
tion are regulated automatically. The sy stem also takes solar radiation into
account and, therefore, no subsequent manual readjustments are required.
Therefore, automatic mode ⇒ page 155 should be used for the comfort of all
the passengers in virtually all conditions throughout the year.
Please note the following points:
The humidity of the air is automatically reduced when the system cools the
interior of the vehicle. This helps to prevent condensation on the windows. If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high,
condensation
can drip off the evaporator in the air cooling system and form a pool under-
neath the vehicle. This is normal and does not indicate a leak.
If the outside temperature is low, the blower normally only switches to a
higher speed once the coolant has warm ed up sufficiently (this does not
apply to the defrost setting).
In order to achieve maximum engine power, the air conditioning compressor
is temporarily switched off when pulling away from standstill with full throttle.
The compressor also switches off if the coolant temperature is excessively
high to ensure adequate engine cooling under extreme loads.
Pollution filter
The pollution filter (a combined particle filter and activated charcoal filter)
serves as a barrier against impurities in the outside air, including dust and
pollen.
For the climate control to work with maximum efficiency, the pollution filter
element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the Service Schedule.
If the vehicle is driven in areas with a high level of air pollution and the filter
is no longer fully effective, it may be necessary to change the filter element
more frequently.
Caution
•
If you suspect that the climate control system is damaged, switch over to
ECON mode to prevent further damage and have the system checked by a
specialist garage.
•
Repairs to the climate control require specialist knowledge and special
tools. For this reason, please contact a specialist garage if the system is not
working properly.
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning 153
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Note
•
Keep the air intake slots in front of the windscreen clear of snow, ice and
leaves to ensure unimpaired heating and cooling and to prevent the windows
misting over.
•
The air from the outlets flows through the passenger compartment and
out through the slots below the rear window. Therefore, do not cover these
slots with items of clot hing or other objects.
•
The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows
and the sliding/tilting roof* closed. However, if the vehicle has heated up
after standing in the sun for some time , the air inside can be cooled more
quickly by opening the windows briefly.
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning 155
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The , and buttons (which regulate air distribution) can either be
selected individually or in combination.
Automatic mode
Standard setting for all seasons.Switching on automatic mode
– Select a temperature between +18°C (64°F) and +29°C (86°F).
– Press the button
⇒page 154, fig. 133 .The automatic mode maintains a constant temperature inside the vehicle and
dehumidifies the air. Air temperature, air delivery and air distribution are
regulated automatically to reach the desired interior temperature as quickly
as possible, and then to maintain this temperature. The system automatically
compensates for any variations in the outside temperature and for the effect
of direct sunlight.
The automatic temperature regulation only operates at temperature settings
between +18°C and +29°C. If a tem perature below +18°C is selected, LO
appears on the display. If a temperature is selected which is higher than
+29°C, the display will show HI. In the two extreme settings, the climate
control operates continuously with maxi mum cooling or heating output and the temperature is not regulated automatically. The temperature is not regu-
lated.
Note
By keeping the button on the driver's side pressed for several seconds,
the temperature of the passenger's side can be set to the temperature of the
driver's side or vice versa. The display indicates the new temperature value.Selecting the temperature
Separate temperatures can be selected for the driver's and
front passenger's side.– Press the or buttons below the displays
⇒page 154,
fig. 133 until the desired temperature is selected for the driver's
side or front passenger's side.The currently selected temperature setting is shown in the display above the
buttons.
By keeping the button on the driver's side pressed for several seconds,
the temperature of the passenger's side can be set to the temperature of the
driver's side or vice versa. The display indicates the new temperature value.
The previous temperature setting can be restored by resetting the display on
the driver's or passenger's side as required.

(centre buttons)
Adjusts blower speedAir to the windowsAir from the dashboard outletsAir to the footwells
Button(s)
Meaning
-+



AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
-+
-
+
AUTO
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