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Lights and visibility
100Headlight washer system
The headlight washers clean the headlight lenses.The headlight washers are activated automatically when the windscreen
washer is used and the windscreen wiper lever is pulled towards the steering
wheel for at least 1.5 seconds – provided the dipped headlights or main
beams are switched on. Clean off stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from the head-
lights at regular intervals, for in stance when filling the fuel tank.
Note
•
To ensure that the headlight washers work properly in winter, keep the
nozzle holders in the bumper free of snow and remove any ice with a de-icer
spray.
•
To remove water, the windscreen wiper s will be activated from time to
time, the headlight wipers will be activated every three cycles.
Rearview mirrorsAdjusting the head restraintsBefore beginning any journey, adjust the rear-view mirrors for correct
visibility.
Interior mirror
It is dangerous to drive if you cannot see clearly through the
rear window.Manual anti-dazzle function for interior mirror
In the basic mirror position, the lever at the bottom edge of the mirror should
be at the front. Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-dazzle function.Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror*
The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off
as desired.Switching off anti-dazzle function
– Press button ⇒fig. 63 . Warning lamp goes out.
Fig. 63 Automatic anti-
dazzle interior mirror.
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Switching on anti-dazzle function
– Press button ⇒page 100, fig. 63 . Warning lamp is lit.Anti-dazzle function
The anti-dazzle function is activated ev ery time the ignition is switched on.
The green indicator lamp lights up in the mirror housing.
When the anti-dazzle function is activated the interior mirror will darken auto-
matically according to the amount of light it receives (for example from the
headlights of a vehicle behind). The anti-dazzle function is cancelled if
reverse gear is engaged.
Note
•
The automatic anti-dazzle function will only work properly if the sun
blind* for the rear window is retracted and there are no other objects
preventing light from reac hing 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 prevent the anti-dazzle function from
working well or even from working at all.
Folding in the wing mirrorsThe wing mirrors of the vehicle may be folded in. For this, press the mirror
housing towards the vehicle.
Note
Before washing the vehicle with an auto matic car wash, fold in the mirrors to
avoid damage.
Electric wing mirrors*
The wing mirrors can be adjusted using the rotary knob on
the driver's door.Basic setting of exterior mirrors
1. Turn knob ⇒fig. 64 to position L ( left exterior mirror).
2. Turn the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle.
3. Turn knob to position R (right exterior mirror ).
4. Swivel the rotary knob to position the mirror so that you have a good view to the rear of the car ⇒ .
Heated wing mirrors*
– Press the demisting button
⇒ page 92, fig. 54 .
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Fig. 64 Controls of exte-
rior mirrors
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Driving abroadObservationsTo drive abroad, the following must be taken into consideration:•
For vehicles fitted with a catalytic converter ensure that unleaded petrol is
available for the journey. See the chapter “Refuelling”. Automobile organisa-
tions will have information about service station networks selling unleaded
fuel.
•
In some countries, it is possible that a vehicle model is sold under condi-
tions where some spare parts are not available or that the Authorised Service
Centre may only carry out limited repairs.
SEAT importers and distributors will gladly provide information about the
technical preparation of your vehicle and also about necessary maintenance
and repair possibilities.
Adhesive strips for headlightsIf you have to drive a right-hand drive vehicle in a left-hand drive country, or
vice versa, the asymmetric dipped beam headlights will dazzle oncoming
traffic.
To prevent dazzling, you must apply stickers to certain parts of the headlight
lenses. Further information is available in your Authorised Service Centre.
In vehicles with self-directing headlights, the rotation system must previ-
ously be disconnected. To do this, please go to a specialist workshop.
Covering single headlights for driving on the left*On the right-hand side headlight, if you are changing from driving on the
right-hand side to the left-hand side.
Fig. 109 Right headlightFig. 110 Left headlight
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158On the left-hand side headlight, if you are changing from driving on the left-
hand side to the right-hand side.Covering single headlights for driving on the right*
On the right headlight, if you are changing from driving on the left-hand side
to the right-hand side.
On the left headlight, if you are changi ng from driving on the left-hand side to
the right-hand side.
Fig. 111 Right headlightFig. 112 Left headlight
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Checking and refilling levels
190
WARNING
Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be
carried out cautiously.•
When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety
warnings ⇒ page 181.
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When the engine is warm or hot, th e cooling system is pressurised! Do
not unscrew the cap on the expansion t ank when the engine is hot. This is
a burn injury risk.Caution
•
If you notice a change in the colour of the liquid because it has been in
use for a long time, it should be changed, as it will have lost some of its prop-
erties and could cause damage to the vehicle.
•
If a lot of coolant has been lost, wait for the engine to cool down before
putting in cold coolant. This avoids damaging the engine. Large coolant
losses are an indication of leaks in the cooling system. See a specialised
workshop immediately and have the cooling system checked. Otherwise,
there is a risk of engine damage.
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper bladesTopping up washer fluid
The water for cleaning the windscreen should always be
mixed with washer fluid.The windscreen washer and the headlight washing system are supplied with
fluid from the windscreen washer fluid container in the engine compartment.
The container holds approx. 2 litres; in vehicles with headlamp washers* it
holds approx. 4.5 litres.
The reservoir is located on the right-hand side of the engine compartment.
Plain water is not enough to clean the windscreen and headlights. We recom-
mend that you always add a product to the windscreen washer fluid.
Approved windscreen cleaning products exist on the market with high deter-
gent and anti-freeze properties, these may be added all-year-round. Please
follow the dilution instructions on the packaging.
Fig. 129 In the engine
compartment: Cap of
windscreen washer fluid
reservoir.
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If and when
218Bulb changeGeneral notesBefore changing any bulb, first turn off the failed component.
Do not touch the bulb glass. Fingerprints vaporise in the heat, causing a
reduction in the bulb life and conden sation on the mirror surface, thus
reducing efficiency.
A bulb should only be replaced by one of the same type. The type is inscribed
on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base.
It is highly recommended to keep a box of spare bulbs in the vehicle. At the
very least, the following spare bulbs, which are essential for road safety,
should be kept in the vehicle.
Double headlamps
Dipped beam - H7 Long Life
Main beam - H7
Position - 2 x W5W Long Life
Indicator -PY21W
Single headlamp
Dipped/Main H4 Long Life
Position W5W Long Life
Indicator PY 21W
Xenon headlights
13)/ self-adjusting*
Dipped and full beam - D1S
14)
Position W5W Blue Long Life DRL (day light) P21W Super Long Life
Indicators PY21W
Fog lights
Fog light/cornering - H11
Rear lights
Fog light - P21W
Reverse gear - R10W
Stop/position P21 /5W Long Life
Indicator -PY21W
Side indicator
Side indicator - W5W
Registration plate light
Registration plate light - W5W Long Life
Note
•
The following is a description of how to change the bulbs except for the
fog lights.
13)On this type of headlight, the bulb changes must be made by the SEAT dealer, given
that complex elements must be removed from the vehicle and a reset must be made
on the automatic control system incorporated.
14)The Xenon bulbs discharge 2.5 times the light flux and have an average lifespan of 5
times more than that of halogen bulbs, this means that, except due to unusual circum-
stances, there is no need to change the bulbs for the whole life of the vehicle.
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Double headlamps
Main beam
Side lights
Dipped headlights
Side lights
Indicator light
Tu r n si g nal la m ps– Raise the bonnet.
– Rotate the lamp holder ⇒ fig. 145 to the left and pull it.
– Remove the bulb by pressing on the lamp holder and rotating at the same time to the left.
– Installation is in the reverse order.
Fig. 144 Double head-
lamps
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Fig. 145 Indicator light
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Main beam and side lights–Raise the bonnet. – Remove the loop in the direction of the arrow and remove the
cover ⇒fig. 148.
– Remove the connector by pulling outward.
– Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that it sits correctly in the cut-out on the reflector.
– Installation is in the reverse order.
Single headlamps
Side lights - Dipped beam/main beam
Indicator
Fig. 148 Main beam
headlightsFig. 149 Side lights
A2
Fig. 150 Single head-
lamp
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