2009 Seat Alhambra steering wheel

Overview63
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
Operating instructionsOverviewOverview of the instrument panelThis overview will help you to familiarise yourself with the
controls and displays.
Door release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric wing mirror adjustment control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric window control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument lighting control / Headlamp range control . . . . . . .
Air outlets
main beam and turn signal light lever/ Cruise control* / . . . . .
Instrument panel / warning lights / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn / Driver's airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wiper lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches for:
−rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− windscreen heater* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− left seat heating* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− ESP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio
Cup holder* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central upper stowage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switches for:
−
hazard warning light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− PDC* (parking distance control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− right seat heating* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− cover for supplementary switch
Glove box/Stowage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger side upper stowage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ash tray/ lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric side window controls* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedals
Steering control adjustment lever* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fusebox cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlock bonnet lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note
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Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certain
models/model years or are optional extras.
•
In versions with the steering wheel on the right, the layout of the control
elements is somewhat different. But the symbols assigned to the controls
correspond to the symbols used in the versions with the steering wheel on
the left
A1
93
A2
120
A3
102
A4
110
A5
110
A6A7
112, 177
A8
64, 72
A9
37
A10
163
A11
117
A12
116
116
126
184
A13
153
A14A15
137
A16
135
A17
111
175
126
A18
135
A19
37
A20
134
A21
167
A22
140
A23
102
A24
174
A25A26
161
A27
243
A28
213
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Overview
86Steering wheel controlsMultifunction steering wheel*
These controls enable you to perform various functions without taking your hands off the steering wheel.The controls on the multi-function steering wheel ⇒fig. 53 only work when
the ignition is switched on.
Rocker switch for the cruise control system (CCS):
− By briefly pressing the button the programmed speed is recov-
ered.
− If the button is held down the speed increases. The speed of the
vehicle at the moment the button is released will be stored.
− By briefly pressing the button the actual speed is stored.
− If the button is held down the speed decreases. The speed of the
vehicle at the moment the button is released will be stored.
Button for switching off CCS temporarily. The target speed remains
stored. Further information. Rocker switch for volume control
8) for the radio unit.
− Press button to raise the volume of the radio.
− Press button to lower the volume of the radio.
Rocker switch for various functions:
− Button for: station search, forwards (radio), listening to TIM
messages, starting with oldest (radio / navigation), fast forward
(cassette mode), next track (CD mode).
Fig. 53 Multi-function steering wheel with controls
A1
 
 
 -
 -
A2

8)Only for factory-fitted radio.A3

A4

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Overview87
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
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Button for: station search, backwards (radio), listening to TIM
messages, starting with latest (radio / navigation), fast rewind
(cassette mode), last track (CD mode).
Pushbutton for switching lighting on and off on the controls on the multi-
function steering wheel (on the side of the steering wheel).
Note
The cruise control system is switched on and off using the button on the turn-
signal / main beam lever.Te l e p h o n e *Handsfree system for mobile telephones*Using the hands-free unit you can telephone without having to hold the
mobile telephone in your hand.
The voice of the person you are talking to will be relayed via the loudspeakers
of the radio system. You do not have to do anything in particular to respond -
simply behave as if you were talking to the front seat passenger.
The microphone is located on the left-hand side of the drink holder.
The required volume for the conversation can be set via the radio controls.
Note
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P l e as e n o t e t h a t y o u w i l l b e a b l e t o h o l d a p h o n e c o n v e r sa t i o n t h r o u g h t h e
handsfree system only when the key is in the ignition. If the key is removed,
the conversation will only be possible through the telephone, since the
handsfree system is disconnected.
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When leaving the vehicle, either take the mobile telephone with you or
switch the automatic call acceptance off as incoming calls will be passed on
even if the radio is switched off.
Telephone preinstallation*The telephone preinstallation consists of:•
a microphone (on the left of the drinks holder),
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an interface box,
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the automatic loudspeaker switch in the radio system to relay telephone
conversations,
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a support incorporated in the dash panel,
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and a telephone roof aerial.
In order to use the telephone together with the vehicle system, a mobile tele-
phone holder adapted to the dash panel is also required. Next, the mobile
telephone holder will then have to be connected to the dash panel telephone
console.
For any queries concerning its use, please contact your SEAT Dealer.
Declaration of conformityNOKIA CORPORATION declares under its sole responsibility that the product
HT-1 conforms to the provisions in 1995/5/EC of the European Union Council.
A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be requested from the Customer
Service Department for this brand.
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A5
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Lights and visibility
110If you are towing a trailer equipped with a rear fog light on a vehicle with a
factory-fitted towing bracket
17), the rear fog light on the car will automatically
be switched off.
WARNING
•
Never drive with just the side lights on. Risk of accident. The side lights
are not bright enough to illuminate the road ahead and to ensure that other
road users are able to see you. Always use your dipped headlights if it is
dark or if visibility is poor.Note
•
If the lights are left on after the key has been taken out of the ignition lock,
a buzzer sounds when the driver door is opened. This is a reminder to switch
off the lights.
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The rear fog light is so bright that it can dazzle drivers behind you. You
should use the rear fog light only when visibility is very poor.
•
If you are towing a trailer equipped with a rear fog light on a vehicle with
a factory-fitted towing bracket , the rear fog light on the car will automatically
be switched off.
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The use of the lighting described here is subject to the relevant statutory
requirements.
Coming Home function (guide lights)
The Coming Home function (guide lights) allows the vehicle
lights to stay on for approximately 3 minutes after the ignition
is switched off.To activate the Coming Home function the vehicle lights should have
already been switched on. – Switch off vehicle lights.
– Switch off ignition.
– Keep all doors closed.
– Briefly pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel
within a maximum of 2 minutes after switching off the lights.
– Open the driver door.
When the driver's door is opened, the vehicle lights automatically light up for
approx. 3 minutes. If the door is closed within 3 minutes, the guide lights will
stay on for approximately. 30 seconds. If the door is closed after 3 minutes,
the vehicle lights switch off and the guide lights are not activated.Illumination of instruments and switches

and headlight
range control

F i g . 7 1 I n s t r u m e n t p a n e l :
headlight range control and illumination of
instruments and switches A1A2
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Lights and visibility113
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
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Switching on the turn signals
– Move the lever all the way up ⇒page 112, fig. 73 to indicate
right , and all the way down to indicate left .
Signalling a lane change
– Move the lever upwards or downwards to change lanes.
Switching main beam on and off
– Turn the light switch to position

⇒ page 109, fig. 70 .
– Press the lever forward to switch on the main beams.
– Pull the lever back towards you to switch the main beam head- lights off again.
Headlight flasher
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel to operate the flasher.
Switching on parking lights
– Switch off the ignition and remove the key from the lock.
– Move the lever up or down to turn on the right or left-hand parking lights respectively.
WARNING
The main beam can dazzle other drivers. Risk of accident! Never use the
main beam headlights or the headlight flasher if they could dazzle other
drivers.
Note
•
The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on. The corre-
sponding warning lamp  or  flashes in the combi-instrument. The warning
lamp 20)  flashes when the turn signals are operated, provided a trailer is
correctly attached and connected to the vehicle. If a turn signal bulb is defec-
tive, the warning lamp flashes at dou ble speed. I f the trailer turn signal bulbs
are damaged, warning lamp  does not light up. You should have the bulbs
replaced.
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Both warning lamps will flash at the same time when the hazard warning
lights are switched on.
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If one turn signal fails, whether that of the vehicle or of the trailer, the
warning lamp will start flashing twice as fast.
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The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the dipped beam
headlights are already on. The warning lamp
 then comes on in the combi-
instrument.
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The headlight flasher comes on for as long as you pull the lever – even if
no other lights are switched on. The warning lamp
 then comes on in the
combi-instrument.
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When the parking light is switched on, the front side light and the rear
light of the corresponding side of the vehicle stay lit. The parking lights will
only work if the key is removed from the ignition.
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If the turn signal lever is left on after the key has been taken out of the
ignition lock, a buzzer sounds when the driver door is opened. This is a
reminder to switch off the turn signal, unless of course you wish to leave the
parking light on.
A1
A2
A1
A2
A3
A4
20)Optional equipment
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Lights and visibility
118
CautionIn icy conditions, always check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass before using the wipers for the first time. If you switch on the wipers
when the wiper blades are frozen to the windscreen, you could damage both
the wiper blades and the wiper motor.Rear window wiper

The windscreen wiper lever controls the rear window wipers
and the automatic rear window wash and wipe.Connecting the intermittent wipe
– Press the lever forwards to position ⇒ fig. 80 . The wiper will
wipe the window approximately every 6 seconds. Switching off the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever back from position towards the steering wheel.
The wiper will continue to function for a short period if you switch
off whilst the wipers are in motion.
Connect the rear window automatic wipe
– Press the lever fully forwards to position ⇒fig. 80 . The rear
window washer starts to work immediately while the rear window
wiper starts a little later and continues working while the lever is
in this position.
– Release the lever. The wiper then wipes for approximately 4 seconds, and then in intervals again.
WARNING
•
A worn or dirty wiper blade will obstruct visibility and reduce safety.
•
Observe the warnings “Changing wiper blades”.Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blade is not frozen to the glass
before using the wiper for the first time. If you switch on the wiper when the
wiper blade is frozen to the glass, this could damage both the wiper blade
and the wiper motor.
Note
•
The rear window wiper will only function when the ignition is switched on
and the tailgate is closed.
•
The rear window wiper is automatically connected when the windscreen
wiper is on and reverse gear is engaged (manual gearbox) or the selector
lever of the automatic gear box is placed in position R.
Fig. 80 Windscreen wiper
and windscreen wash
lever rear window wiperA6
A6
A7
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Lights and visibility119
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
Headlamp washer*
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 ⇒page 117, fig. 79 for at least 5 seconds – provided the dipped
headlights or main beams are switched on. Clean off stubborn dirt (insects,
etc.) from the headlights at regular intervals, for instance when filling the fuel
tank.
Note
To ensure that the headlight washers work properly in winter, keep the
nozzles in the bumper free of snow and remove any ice with a de-icer spray.
MirrorsInterior mirror
It is dangerous to drive if you cannot see clearly through the
rear window.Manual anti-dazzle function for interior mirror
When the rear-view mirror is in standard position, the lever on the lower edge
of the mirror should face forwards. Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-
dazzle function.
Automatic anti-dazzle function for interior mirror
22)
When the ignition is on, the interior mirror will darken automatically
according to the amount of light it receives. The mirror will return to the
normal position if the reverse gear is selected.
A5
22)Optional equipment
Fig. 81 Automatic anti-
dazzle function for inte-
rior mirror
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Seats and stowage
122Seats and stowageThe importance of correct seat adjustmentProper seat adjustment optimises the level of protection
offered by seat belts and airbags.The driver seat, front passenger seat, and seats in the passenger compart-
ment, can be adjusted in many ways to suit the physical requirements of the
vehicle occupants. The correct seat position is very important for:•
fast and easy operation of all controls on the instrument panel,
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relaxed posture that does not cause drowsiness,
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safe driving,
•
optimum protection from the seat belts and airbag system ⇒page 7.
Ve hicle s ea ts
Yo u r ve h i cl e ha s a t o ta l o f five or seven
24) seats.
•
First row of seats: two seats
•
Second row of seats: three seats
•
Third row of seats
24): two seats
Each seat is equipped with a three-point seat belt.
WARNING
If the driver and passengers assume improper sitting positions, they may
sustain critical injuries.•
Never transport more people than there are seats available in the
vehicle.
•
Every occupant in the vehicle must properly fasten and wear the seat
belt belonging to his or her seat. Chil dren must be protected with an appro-
priate child restraint system. Section “Child Safety”
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The 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 in the footwell when the vehicle is moving; never
rest them on the dash panel, out of the window or on the seat. This also
applies to passengers. An incorrect sitting position exposes you to an
increased risk of injury in the event of a braking manoeuvre or an accident.
If the airbag is triggered, you could sustain fatal injuries due to an improper
sitting position.
•
It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain 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.
•
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
“Child safety”.
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The seats in the third row of seats may, for safety reasons, only be used
if the luggage compartment cover has been removed.
24)Optional equipment
WARNING (continued)
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