
Lights and visibility125
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Headlight 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 instance 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 sn ow and remove any ice with a de-icer 
spray.
•
To remove water, the windscreen wipers will be activated from time to 
time, the headlight wipers will be activated every three cycles.
MirrorsInterior 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-da zzle function can be switched on and off 
as desired.Switching off anti-dazzle function
– Press button   ⇒ fig. 88. Warning lamp   goes out.
Switching on anti-dazzle function
– Press button   ⇒ fig. 88. Warning lamp is lit.Anti-dazzle function
The anti-dazzle function is activated every time the  ignition is switched on. 
The green indicator lamp ligh ts up in the mirror housing.
When the anti-dazzle function is activa ted 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.
Fig. 88  Automatic anti-
dazzle interior mirror.
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Driving and the environment
194Manufacturing methods•
Use of recycled material fo r manufacturing plastic parts
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Solvent-free cavity sealing
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Solvent-free wax for protecting the vehicles in transit
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Solvent-free adhesives
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No CFCs used in production
•
Surplus materials used extensively for energy conversion and building 
materials
•
Overall water consumption reduced
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Heat recovery systems
•
Water-soluble paint
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 chap ter “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 
Centres may only carr y 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.
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Checking and refilling levels
222•
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
•
When mixed with other additives the colour of G 12 will change to brown. 
If this occurs you should have the coolant changed immediately. Failure to do 
so will result in engine damage!
•
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 flui d container in the engine compartment.
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.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 159  In the engine 
compartment: Cap of 
windscreen washer fluid 
reservoir.
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If and when
250Fuses on left side of dash panelFusesNumber
Consumer
Amperes
1
Vacant
2
Vacant
3
Vacant
4
Vacant
5
Vacant
6
Vacant
7
Vacant
8
Vacant
9
Airbag
5
10
RSE input (roof screen)
10
11
Vacant 
11
 Vacant
12
Left xenon headlight
10
13
Heating controls / ESP, ASR switch / Reverse / Pre-
installation of telephone / Tomtom Navigator
5
14
ABS/ESP switchboard / Engine / Headlights / 
Trailer switchboard / Light switch / Instrument 
panel
10
15
Headlight regulation switchboard / Heated wipers 
/ Instrument lights / Diagnosis Switchboard
10
16
Right xenon headlight
10
17
Engine management
10
18
Vacant
19
Vacant
20
Park Pilot (Parking assistant) / Gear lever/ ESP 
switchboard
10
21
Cable control unit
7,5
22
Volumetric alarm sensor/ Alarm horn
5
23
Diagnosis / Rain sensor / Light switch
10
24
Vacant
25
Switchboard coupling automatic gearbox
20
26
Vacuum pump
20
27
RSE input (roof screen)
10
28
Rear wiper motor / Switchboard wiring
20
29
Vacant
30
Cigarette lighter / socket
20
31
Vacant
32
Vacant
33
Heater
40
34
Vacant
35
Vacant
36
Engine management
10
37
Engine management
10
38
Engine management
10
39
Trailer control unit (coupling)
15
Number
Consumer
Amperes
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If and when
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Bulb 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 condensation 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.
Main headlights
Dipped beam - H7
Main beam - H1
Position - W5W
Indicator - PY21W
Xenon headlights
22)/ self-adjusting*
Dipped and full beam - D1S
23)
Daylight - P21W SLL
Position W5W
Indicators PY21W
15
Engine management
5
Pump relay
10
16
Right li ghting
30
17
Horn
15
18
Vacant
19
Clean
30
20
Water pump
10
Pressure sensor pump for 1.8 engine
20
21a)
Lambda probe
15
22
Brake pedal, speed sensor
5
23a)
Engine management
5
Engine management
10
Engine management
15
24
AKF, gearbox valve
10
25a)
ABS pump
40
26
Left lighting
30
27a)
Engine management
40
Engine management
50
28
Vacant
29a)
Electric windows (front and back)
50
Electric windows (front)
30
30
Ignition key
50
a)Ampere rating according to motorisationNumber
Consumer
Amperes
22)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.23)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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If and when253
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Operating instructions
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Fog lights
Fog lights - H3
Upper rear light
Stop/Position - P21W
24)
Indicator - R10W
Lower rear light
Fog light - P21W
Reverse light - P21W
Side indicator
Side indicator - W5W
Registration plate light
Registration plate light - C5W
Note
•
Depending on weather conditions (cold 
or wet), the front lights, the fog 
lights, the rear lights and the indicators may be temporarily misted. This has 
no influence on the life expectancy of  the lighting system. By switching on the 
lights, the area through which the beam of light is projected will quickly be 
demisted. However, the edges may continue to be misted.
•
Please check at regular intervals that all lighting (especially the exterior 
lighting) on your vehicle is functioning properly. This is not only in the interest 
of your own safety, but also in that of all other road users.
•
Due to the difficulty in accessing the lamps, any replacement work should 
be done by a SEAT dealer. However, th e following is a description of how to 
change the lamps except for the  fog lights* and interior lamps.
Main headlight lamps
Indicator
Dipped headlights
Main beam headlights
Side lights
24)Electronically controlled single filament bulb for Stop/side bulbs. If the bulb blows it
will not work in either position or Stop.
Fig. 176  Main headlight 
lamps
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If and when255
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– Remove the loops  ⇒page 254, fig. 178    in the direction of 
the arrow and remove the cover.
– Remove the connector  ⇒page 254, fig. 179   from the bulb.
– Disengage the retainer spring ⇒ page 254, fig. 179  pressing 
inwards to the right.
– Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that the rim of the  attachment plate is on the reflector cut-out.Main beam lights
– Raise the bonnet.
– Remove the cover  ⇒fig. 180    by pulling on this.
– Remove the connector  ⇒fig. 181    from the bulb.
– Press the spring  ⇒fig. 181   inwards and to the right.
– Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that it sits correctly  into the cut-out on the reflector.
– Installation is done in the reverse order.
A1
A2
A3
Fig. 180  Main beam 
headlights
Fig. 181  Main beam 
headlights
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If and when263
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How to jump start: description⇒fig. 197    shows the flat battery and   the charged battery.
Jump lead terminal connections
– Switch off the ignition on both vehicles  ⇒.
1.  Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive  ⇒fig. 197 
 terminal of the vehicle with the flat battery  ⇒.
2.  Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive  terminal   in the vehicle providing assistance.
3.  Connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative terminal   on the battery of the vehicle providing assistance. 4.  Connect the other end of the black jump lead   to a solid metal 
component which is bolted on to the engine block, or onto the 
engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery. Do not 
connect it to a point near the battery  ⇒.
5.  Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into  contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.
Starting
6.  Start the engine of the vehicle  with the boosting battery and let 
it run at idling speed.
7.  Start the engine of the car with the flat battery and wait one or  two minutes until the engine is “running”.
Removing the jump leads
8.  Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the headlights (if  they are switched on).
9.  Turn on the heater blower and rear window heater in the vehicle  with the flat battery. This helps minimise voltage peaks which are 
generated when the leads are disconnected.
10. When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse  order to the details given above.
Connect the battery clamps so they ha ve good metal-to-metal contact with 
the battery terminals.
If the engine fails to start, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and 
try again after about half a minute.
Fig. 197  How to connect 
the jump leads
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A+
A-
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