2008 Seat Leon 5D warning

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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 posi tion the mirror so that you have a
good view to the rear of the car ⇒.
Heating the exterior mirrors*
– Turn the knob forwards to the central position ⇒fig. 86 so
that the heated rear view mirrors warm up and the heated wind-
screen* in the wiper blade rest area is activated ⇒page 120.
– The wing mirror heating is not activated in temperatures above approximately 20°C.
Folding in exterior mirrors*
–Turn the control ⇒ fig. 86 to position
 to fold in the exterior
mirrors. You should always fold in the exterior mirrors if you are
driving through an automatic car wash. This will help prevent
damage.
Folding rear view mirrors with convenience control*
– The outer rear view mirror will fold back automatically with convenience closing (with the remote or the key)
– To unfold it again, open the door and use the contact.
Folding exterior mirrors back out to the extended position*
– Turn the knob to another position to fold the exterior mirrors back
out ⇒ . Synchronised mirror adjustment
1. Turn the control to the 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. The right exterior mirror will
be adjusted at the same time (synchronised).
WARNING
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The rear view convex or aspheric mirror increase the field of vision
however the objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors. If you
use these mirrors to estimate the distance to vehicles behind you when
changing lane, you could make a mistake. Risk of accident.
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If possible, use the interior mirror to estimate distances to vehicles
behind you.
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Make sure that you do not get your finger trapped between the mirror
and the mirror base when folding back the mirrors. Risk of injury!For the sake of the environment
The exterior mirror heating should be switched off when it is no longer
needed. Otherwise, it is an unnecessary fuel waste.
Note
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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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In vehicles with electric wing mirrors, the following points should be
observed: if, due to an external force (e.g. a knock while manoeuvring), the
adjustment of the mirror housing is altered, the mirror will have to be
completely folded electrically. Do not readjust the mirror housing by hand, as
this will interfere with the mirror adjuster function.
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Seats and stowageThe importance of correct seat adjustmentProper seat adjustment optimi ses the level of protection
offered by seat belts and airbags.Your vehicle has five passenger places, two individual front seats and three
places on the rear seat. Each seat is equipped with a three-point seat belt.
The driver seat and the front passenger seat can be adjusted in many ways to
suit the physical requirements of the vehicle occupants. The correct seat
position is very important for:•
a fast and easy operation of all controls on the instrument panel,
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a relaxed posture which does not cause drowsiness,
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a safe driving ⇒page 7,
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ensuring that the seat belts and airbag system provide maximum protec-
tion ⇒page 19.
WARNING
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If the driver and passengers assume improper sitting positions, they
may sustain critical injuries.
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More people than available seats must never be transported in your
vehicle.
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Every passenger in the vehicle must properly fasten and wear the seat
belt belonging to his or her seat. Children must be protected with an appro-
priate child restraint system ⇒page 45, “Child safety”.
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The front seats and all head restraints must always be adjusted to body
size and the seat belt must always be properly adjusted to provide you and
your passengers with optimum protection.
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Always keep your feet on the foot well when the vehicle is moving;
never rest them on the dash panel, out of the window or on the seat. This
is also applied to passengers. An inco rrect sitting position exposes you to
an increased risk of injury in case of a sudden braking or an accident. If the
airbag is triggered, you could sustain severe injuries due to an incorrect
sitting position.
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It is important for the driver and front passenger to keep a distance of
at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel. Failure to respect the
minimum distance means that the airbag will not protect you. Risk of fatal
injury. The distance between the driver and the steering wheel or between
the front passenger and the dash panel should always be as great as
possible.
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Adjust the driver or front passenger seat only when the vehicle is
stationary. Otherwise, your seat could move unexpectedly while the
vehicle is moving. This could increase the risk of an accident and therefore,
injury. In addition, while adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect
sitting position. Risk of fatal accidents.
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Special guidelines apply to installing a child seat on the front
passenger seat. When installing a child seat, observe the warning note in
the ⇒page 45, “Child safety”.WARNING (continued)
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128Head restraintsCorrect adjustment of head restraints
Properly adjusted head restraints are an important part of
passengers protection and can re duce the risk of injuries in
most accident situations.
– Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same
level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same
level as the top of your head and, at minimum, at eye level
⇒fig. 87 and ⇒fig. 88 .Adjusting the head restraints ⇒page 129
WARNING
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Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted
increases the risk of severe injuries.
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Improperly adjusted head restraints could lead to death in the event of
a collision or accident.
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Incorrectly adjusted head restraints also increase the risk of injury
during sudden or unexpected driving or braking manoeuvres.
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The head restraints must always be adjusted according to the
passenger's height.
Fig. 87 Front view: head
restraints and seat belts
correctly adjusted
Fig. 88 Side view: head
restraints and seat belts
correctly adjusted
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Removing or adjusting head restraints
The head restraints can be adju sted by moving them up and
down.Adjusting height (front seats)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired
position.
– To lower the head restraint, press the button and push head restraint downwards.
– Make sure that it engages securely into position.
Adjusting height (rear seats)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired
position. – To lower the head restraint, press the button and push head
restraint downwards.
– Make sure that the head restraint engages securely in one of its positions ⇒ page 14.
Angle adjustment (front seats)
– Press the head restraint forward or back to the required position.
Removing the head restraint
– Push the head restraint up as far as it will go.
– Press the button ⇒fig. 89 (arrow).
– Pull head restraint out of fitting without releasing the button.
Fitting the head restraint
– Insert the head restraint into the guides on the rear backrest.
– Push head restraint down.
– Adjust the head restraint to suit body size ⇒page 14 and
⇒ page 13.
WARNING
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Never drive if the head restraints have been removed. Risk of injury.
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Never drive if the head restraints are in an unsuitable position, there is
a risk of serious injury.
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After refitting the head restraint, you must always adjust it properly for
height to achieve optimal protection.
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Please observe the safety warnings ⇒page 128, “Correct adjustment
of head restraints”.
Fig. 89 Adjusting and
removing the head
restraints
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130 Front seatsAdjustment of the front seatsThe control elements in ⇒fig. 90 are mirrored for the front right-
hand seat.
Adjusting the seat forwards and backwards
– Pull up the grip and move th e seat forwards or backwards.
– Then release the grip and move the seat further until the catch engages.
Adjusting the seat height*
– Pull the lever up or push down (s everal times if necessary) from
its home position. This adjusts the seat height in stages. Adjusting the backrest angle
– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel.
Adjusting the lumbar support*
– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel to adjust the lumbar support.
The backrest curvature of the cushioned area is determined by the settings
made in the lumbar region. This supports the natural curvature of the spine
very effectively.
WARNING
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Never adjust the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in
motion. While adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting
position. Risk of fatal accidents. Adju st the driver or front passenger seat
only when the vehicle is stationary.
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To reduce the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger in case of
a sudden braking or an accident, neve r drive with the backrest tilted
towards the rear. The maximum protection of the seat belt can be achieved
only when the backrests are in an uprigh t position and the driver and front
passenger have properly adjusted their seat belts. The further the back-
rests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to improper
positioning of the belt web!
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Exercise caution when securing th e seat height into forwards/back-
wards position. Injuries can be caused if the backrest is tilted without due
care and attention.
Fig. 90 Front left seat
controls
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132Rear seat benchFold down the seat back – Pull the release button on the backrest (sectioned backrest)
forwards in the direction of the arrow
– Fold down the backrest. You might have to remove the rear head restraints before folding the seat forwards if the front seats have
been moved too far back ⇒page 129.
Folding up the seat back– Fold the backrest back and push the backrest firmly into the lock.
The red marking should no longer be visible ⇒fig. 94.
WARNING
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Please be careful when raising the backrest! Injuries can be caused if
the seat height is adjusted wi thout due care and attention.
Fig. 93 Folding the seat
backrests down
Fig. 94 Folding up the
rear seat back.
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Stowage compartmentsStowage compartment on the front passenger sideThe compartment can be opened by pulling the lever ⇒fig. 95 . On opening,
a lamp* lights up, and on closing, it turns off.
If the glove box remains open inadvertenly, on locking the vehicle using the
remote control or the key, the lamp* turns off. If the vehicle is not locked using
the remote control or the key and the glove box remains open, after little time
the lamp* turns off.
WARNING
Always keep the stowage compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in
motion in order to reduce the risk of injury caused by a sudden braking or
by an accident.
The centre console with drinks holder
The centre console has a drinks holder.Stowage compartment under the left hand side front seat*
There is a stowage locker with a cover under the front left
hand side seat.The locker* ⇒fig. 96 is opened by pulling on the cover.
There are two open positions of 15 and 60 degrees depending on the pres-
sure applied to the cover. In the 60 degree position, the cover will collapse if
too much pressure is applied.
To close the drawer, press the cover until it locks into position.
Fig. 95 Passenger side:
stowage compartment
Fig. 96 Stowage area
under the front seats
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WARNING
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The drawers will hold a maximum weight of 1.5 kg.
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Do not drive with the drawer cover open. There is an injury risk for
passengers if the cargo is released in case of sudden braking or an
accident.
Folding table*
Folding tables are fitted to the rear of the front seat backrests.– To open the table, open it up in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 97 .
WARNING
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The folding tables may not be folded down whilst the vehicle is in
motion and anyone is seated on the seco nd row of seats. There is a risk on
injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre! The table must therefore be
closed and properly secured whilst the vehicle is in motion.
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Never place hot drinks in the drink holders. During normal or sudden
driving manoeuvres, sudden braking or an accident, the hot drink could be
spilled. Danger of scalding.Caution
When driving, do not leave open cans in the cup holders. The drink might be
spilt on braking, for example, and could damage the vehicle.Other stowage areasOther stowage areas can be found:•
in the centre console,
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in the side trims of the luggage compartment,
The hooks for hanging are found on the pillar between the front and rear side
windows.
WARNING
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Do not store loose objects on the dashboard. These objects could be
flung through the passenger compartment when the vehicle is moving (e.g.
while accelerating, braking or cornerin g) and distract the driver. Risk of
accident.
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Ensure that no objects can fall from the centre console or other stowage
areas into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. In the event of a
Fig. 97 Folding table of
front left seat
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