2009 Seat Exeo ST Owner's manual

Lights and visibility127
Safety First
Controls and equipment
Practical tips
Technical Data
VisibilityHeated rear window

The rear window heating clears the rear window of condensa-
tion.– Press button to switch the rear window heating on or off
⇒fig. 98.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 wing mirrors are also heated
while the heated rear window is turned 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 the vehicle and turned towards the doors
⇒fig. 99 .
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. 98 Switch for heated
rear window

Fig. 99 Sun visor
A1
A2
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 127 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Lights and visibility
128Sun blind*
The rear side windows are fitted with sun blinds.Sun blinds (rear side windows)
– Pull out the blind and hook it into the hooks at the top of the door
frame ⇒fig. 100 .
Windscreen wipersWindscreen wipers

The windscreen wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers
and the automatic wash and wipe.The windscreen wiper lever ⇒fig. 101 has the following settings:
Brief wipe
– Move the lever down to position to give the windscreen a brief
wipe.
Intermittent wipe
 / Rain sensor* (enabling)
– Move the lever up to position .
– Move the switch up or down to set the wiper intervals.
Fig. 100 Sun blind
extended to cover rear
side window
Fig. 101 Windscreen
wiper lever
A1A2
AA
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 128 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Lights and visibility129
Safety First
Controls and equipment
Practical tips
Technical Data
– On vehicles equipped with a rain sensor*, you can move the
switch up and down to set the sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Slow wipe
– Move the lever up to position .
Continuous wipe
– Move the lever up to position .
Automatic wash and wipe
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel, , to activate the windscreen washer.
– Release the lever. The washer will stop and the wipers will keep running for approximately 4 seconds.
Disabling the windscreen wiper
– Pull the lever to basic position .General notes
The washers and wipers will work only when the ignition is switched on.
If you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic lights, the wiper speed will automatically be
reduced. The rain sensor* will automatically be set to the intermittent wipe
function.
The windscreen washer jets are heated when the ignition is switched on.
The wiper intervals in the intermittent wipe setting are also varied automati-
cally according to the road speed (in addition to the manual delay setting).
When the lights are switched on you should only pull the lever briefly to wash
the windscreen, otherwise the headlight washers* will also be enabled. This
will use an unnecessary amount of fluid from the reservoir. Rain sensor
The rain sensor* will only function in the intermittent wipe position. The inter-
mittent wipe function is enabled automatically when it starts to rain.
Before you reach a road speed of 6 km/h ,you will have to enable the rain
sensor manually by switching it off and back on again.
Use control to set the sensitivity of the rain sensor*.
If you have selected a high sensitivity level for the rain sensor the windscreen
wipers will react sooner to any moisture on the windscreen.
The wiper intervals in the intermittent wipe setting are also varied automati-
cally according to the road speed (in addition to the sensitivity setting).
WARNING
•For correct visibility and safe driving, the wiper must be in perfect
condition ⇒page 215. Failure to do so could result in an accident.•The rain sensor* is only intended to assist the driver. The driver is still
obliged to manually operate the windscreen wipers as required depending
on visibility.•Do not use water-repellent coatings on the windscreen. In bad visibility
conditions such as light rain, low sun or when driving at night, these coat-
ings can cause increased dazzle, which is a serious safety hazard. Such
coatings can also cause the wiper blades to judder.Caution
•In the event of frost, check that the wiper blade has not frozen before
enabling the windscreen wipers. Should the windscreen wiper system be
enabled when the blade is frozen, this could damage it or even the wind-
screen wiper system motor.•Make sure you switch off the windscreen wiper system (lever in position
0) before you use an automatic car wash. This will avoid inadvertent trig-
gering of the wipers and possible damage to the wiper system.
AA
A3A4
A5
A0
AA
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 129 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Lights and visibility
130
Note•Check that the washer fluid reservoir is full before starting a long journey.
Fill the reservoir ⇒ page 234.•Worn or dirty wiper blades can cause smearing on the glass which can
also impair the effectiveness of the rain sensor*. Check the condition of wind-
screen wiper blades at regular intervals.Rear window wiper

The windscreen wiper lever also operates the rear window
wiper and the automatic wash/wipe.The rear window wiper and the automatic wash/wipe system are
switched on as follows: Intermittent wipe
– Push the windscreen wiper lever fo
rwards until it clicks into the
first position ⇒ fig. 102 . The rear window wiper will wipe the
window approximately every 4 seconds.
Automatic wash/wipe

– Push the lever forwards to position . The rear window wiper will work for the time you hold the lever in this position.
– Release the lever. The rear window wiper will keep working for approximately 4 seconds.
Deactivating the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever backwards until it returns to its original position.The rear window wiper will start working automatically if reverse gear is
engaged while the windscreen wipers are switched on.
WARNING
For correct visibility and safe driving, the wiper must be in perfect condition
⇒page 215. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass before using the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper. The windscreen
wiper blades and even the windscreen wiper motor could be damaged if you
start the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper with the blades frozen to the
glass.
Fig. 102 Windscreen
wiper lever
A1
A2
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 130 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Lights and visibility131
Safety First
Controls and equipment
Practical tips
Technical Data
Headlight washer systemWith the lights switched on, operate the automatic wash and wipe
⇒page 128, fig. 101 , and keep the lever pulled towards you for
at least 1 second.The headlight washer jets come out of the bumper automatically (under water
pressure) ⇒fig. 103 .
Clean off stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from the lenses at regular intervals, for
instance when filling the tank.
To ensure that the system works properly in winter, keep the nozzle holders
free of snow and remove any ice with a de-icer spray.
Rear-view mirrorsInterior rear view mirror wi th manual anti-dazzle settingNormal setting
– Point the lever at the bottom of the mirror forwards.
Anti-dazzle setting for the rear view mirror
– Point the lever at the bottom of the mirror to the rear.Anti-dazzle interior rear-view mirror with automatic adjustment*
The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off
as desired.
Fig. 103 Headlight with
extended washer jet
A5
Fig. 104 Interior rear
view mirror with anti-
dazzle setting: Indicator
lamp and on/off switch
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 131 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Lights and visibility
132
Switching off anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒page 131, fig. 104 . Warning lamp goes
out:
Switching on anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒page 131, fig. 104 . The indicator lamp
will light up.Anti-dazzle function
The anti-dazzle function is activated every time the ignition is switched on.
The green indicator lamp lights up in the mirror housing.
When the anti-dazzle function is enabled, the interior rear view mirror will
darken automatically according to the amount of light it receives. The anti-
dazzle function is disabled if:•the interior lighting is switched on•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 117.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 mirror's automatic anti-dazzle function* will only work prop-
erly if the sun blind* for the rear window is retracted and if there are no other
objects preventing light from 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 prevent the automatic headlight or anti-
dazzle function from working correctly or even from working at all.Exterior mirrors
The exterior mirrors are adjusted electrically.
AA
AB
AA
AB
Fig. 105 Detailed view of
the armrest: Adjuster
knob
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 132 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Lights and visibility133
Safety First
Controls and equipment
Practical tips
Technical Data
Adjusting the exterior mirrors
– Turn the adjuster knob to position ⇒page 132, fig. 105 (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 through narrow spaces.
Heated mirrors
The mirrors are heated (depending on the outside temperature) when the rear
window heater ⇒page 127 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 138.
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 switched to the exterior mirror on the
passenger's side (knob in position ⇒page 132, fig. 105). 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 further 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.
AL
ARAAARAL
A0
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 133 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12

Seats and stowage
134Seats and stowageManual adjustment of the front seatsSeat adjuster controls
There are several seat adjustment functions for your conven-
ienceS o m e o f t h e e q u i p m e n t l is t e d is o n l y f i t t e d o n ce r ta i n m o d e l s o r is a n o p t i o na l
extra.
Control switches
Moving the seat backwards or forwards
Raising/lowering the seat
Adjusting the backrest angle
Adjusting lumbar support
Moving the seats forwards and backwards– Lift the lever ⇒fig. 106 and move the seat to the desired
position.
– Then release the lever and move the seat further until the catch engages.
WARNING
The driver's seat must only be moved forwards and backwards when the
vehicle is at a standstill. Failure to do so could result in an accident.Adjusting the seat height*Raising the seat
– Pull the lever ⇒ fig. 106 up repeatedly until the seat is in the
desired position.
Lowering the seat
– Press the lever down repeatedly until the seat is in the desired position.
WARNING
•The height of the driver's seat must not be adjusted while driving.
Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Fig. 106 Adjuster
controls on driver's seat
A1A2A3A4
A1
A1
A2A2
ExeoST_EN.book Seite 134 Donnerstag, 3. September 2009 12:24 12