2009 Seat Ibiza SC snow chains

Cockpit
62•The tyre structure is damaged.•The vehicle is unbalanced because of a load.•The wheels of one axle are under more pressure (for example, driving with
a trailer or on extreme slopes).•The vehicle is fitted with snow chains.•The emergency wheel is fitted.•The wheel on one axle is changed.
Tyre pressure adjustment
Following the modification to tyre pressure or changing one or more wheels,
the button ⇒page 61, fig. 38 must be kept pressed while the ignition is on
until an acoustic signal is heard.
If the wheels are under excessive load (for example, driving with a trailer or
heavy load), the tire pressure must be increased to the recommended value
for a full load (see the sticker on the inside of the fuel flap). If the tyre m onitor
system button is pressed down, the new tyre pressures are confirmed.
The tyre pressure monitor indicator
 lights up
If the tyre pressure of one wheel is much lower than the value set by the
driver, then the tyre pressure monitor indicator ⇒ will light up.
WARNING
•When the tyre pressure indicator lights, reduce speed immediately and
avoid any sudden manoeuvre or braking. Stop when possible, and check
the tyre pressure and status.•The driver is responsible for correct tyre pressure. For this reason, tyre
pressure must be regularly checked.•Under certain circumstances (for example, when driving in a sports-like
manner, in winter conditions or on a dirt track) the tyre monitor indicator
may light or function incorrectly.
Note
If the battery is disconnected, the yellow indicator
 lights up after turning
the ignition on. This should turn off after a brief journey.
Speed selector lever lock*

The footbrake must be depressed when this warning lamp lights up. This is
necessary when the automatic gearbox* selector lever is moved out of the
positions P or N.Fuel level / reserve

This symbol lights up to indicate that the fuel tank under the
reserve level.It lights up when only 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank. Moreover, an audible
warning* is heard. It reminds you to fuel up the fuel tank as soon as possible
⇒ page 173.Indicates that the doors are open*

This indicator lights if one of the doors or the tailgate is open.The warning light
 should go off when all the doors are closed correctly.
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Driving
142Reverse gear
The distance warning will begin as soon as an obstacle is detected by the
system. The frequency of the bleeps emitted by the system will increase
rapidly as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.
Within a short distance of about 30 cm, a continuous signal sounds (stop
signal). The driver should not reverse any further.
Models with a factory-fitted towing bracket: When the vehicle is less than
0.35 m away from the obstacle the warning tone will sound continuously. The
driver should then not reverse any further.
The warning tone decreases by 30% after 3 seconds from the start of the
system.
Provided that it is not in continuous mode, the tone on the parking aid system
stops when it detects a wall parallel to the vehicle.
Trailer towing
For factory-fitted vehicles with a towing bar, the parking aid system will not
be activated by the engagement of the reverse gear when pulling a trailer, as
the trailer's electric connector will be plugged into the vehicle.
Possible faults
If a continuous bleep sounds for some seconds when the reverse gear is
engaged, this indicates that there is a fault in the parking aid system.
If the fault continues until the ignition is turned off, the acoustic signal
warning of the fault will not be emitted every time the system is reactivated
(by engaging the reverse gear). Thus, the system ready indication will not
sound either. Have the fault repaired by an Authorised Service Centre as soon
as possible.
If there is no ready signal or no acoustic warning signal, then the parking aid
loudspeaker is faulty and may not warn of obstacles.
To ensure that the system works properly, the sensors must be kept clean and
free of ice and snow.
WARNING
•The sensors have blind spots in which obstacles may not be detected.•Always look out for small children and animals because the system will
not always detect them. Always pay attention when reversing to avoid acci-
dents.•The parking aid is not a replacement for driver awareness. The driver
must take full responsibility for parking and other manoeuvres.Caution
•Please note that low obstacles detected by the system may no longer be
registered by the sensors as the car moves closer, so the system will not give
any further warning. Certain kinds of obstacles (such as wire fences, chains,
thin posts or trailer draw bars, high kerbs or painted railings etc) may not
always be detected by the system, so there is a risk of damaging the vehicle
in such cases.•In some cases, obstacles with uniform edges and bumps may not be
detected immediately by the system due to their geometry. Take special care
of this type of obstacle such as corners, rectangular objects, etc.., these can
cause damage to the vehicle.•Be especially careful when manoeuvring into a corner between two
perpendicular walls. Survey the approach of the wall to the side of the vehicle
(using the mirrors)•The parking aid system does not replace use of the mirrors for manoeu-
vres.•Distant ultra-sonic sources (hammers, tyres, construction machinery,
other vehicles with PDC) may interfere with the operation of the system.•Periodic cleaning of the sensors, take care not to damage or scratch them.
When cleaning with high pressure washers or steam cleaners, the sensors
should be sprayed for only a very short period and from a distance of more
than 10 cm.
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Intelligent technology149
Safety First
Controls and equipment
Practical tips
Technical Data
T h e T C S is s w i tch e d o n a u t o m a t i ca ll y w h e n t h e e n g i n e is s ta r t e d . I f n e ce s sa r y,
it may be turned on or off by briefly pushing the ESP button on the centre
console.
When the TCS is switched off, the warning lamp flashes slowly. The TCS
should normally be left switched on at all times. Only in exceptional circum-
stances, when the slipping of the wheels is required, they can be discon-
nected with the ESP button, for example.
•With compact temporary spare wheel.•When using the snow chains.•When driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces•When the vehicle is bogged-down, to free it by “rocking.”
The TCS should be switched on again afterwards as soon as possible.WARNING
•It must be remembered that TCS cannot defy the laws of physics. This
should be kept in mind, particularly on slippery and wet roads and when
towing a trailer.•Always adapt your driving style to suit the condition of the roads and
the traffic situation. Do not let the extra safety afforded by TCS tempt you
into taking any risks when driving, this can cause accidents.Caution
•In order to ensure that TCS function correctly, all four wheels must be
fitted with the same tyres. Any differences in the rolling radius of the tyres can
cause the system to reduce engine power when this is not desired.•Modifications to the vehicle (e.g. to the engine, the brake system, running
gear or any components affecting the wheels and tyres) could affect the effi-
ciency of the ABS and TCS.
XDS*
Driveshaft differentialWhen taking a bend, the driveshaft differential mechanism allows the outer
wheel to turn at a higher speed than the inner wheel. In this way, the wheel
that is turning faster (outer wheel) receives less drive torque than the inner
wheel. This may mean that in certain situations the torque delivered to the
inner wheel is too high, causing the wheels to spin. On the other hand, the
outer wheel is receiving a lower drive torque than it could transmit. This
causes an overall loss of lateral grip on the front axle, resulting in understeer
or “lengthening” of the trajectory.
By using the ESP sensors and signals, the XDS system is able to detect and
correct this effect.
Through the ESP, the XDS brakes the inner wheel, thereby counteracting the
excess drive torque in this wheel. This means that the driver's desired trajec-
tory is much more precise,
The XDS system operates in combination with the ESP and is always active,
even when the traction control, TCS, is disconnected.Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP)*General notes
The electronic stabilisation programme increases the
vehicle's stability on the road.The electronic stabilisation programme helps reduce the danger of skidding.
The electronic stabilisation programme (ESP) consists of ABS, EDL and TCS.
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Checking and refilling levels
196Information on permitted winter tyre sizes can be found in the vehicle's regis-
tration documents. Use only radial winter tyres. All tyre sizes listed in the
vehicle documentation also apply to winter tyres.
Winter tyres lose their effectiveness when the tread is worn down to a depth
of 4 mm.
The speed rating code ⇒page 194, “New tyres and wheels” determines the
following speed limits for the winter tyres: ⇒
Q max. 160 km/h
S max. 180 km/h
T max. 190 km/h
H max. 210 km/h
In some countries, vehicles which can exceed the speed rating of the fitted
tyre must have an appropriate sticker in the driver's field of view. These
stickers are available from your Authorised Service Centre. The legal require-
ments of each country must be followed.
Do not have winter tyres fitted for unnecessarily long periods. Vehicles with
summer tyres handle better when the roads are free of snow and ice.
If you have a flat tyre, please refer to the notes on the spare wheel
⇒ page 194, “New tyres and wheels”.
WARNING
The maximum speed for the winter tyres must not be exceeded. Otherwise,
this could lead to tyre damage and thus, an accident risk.
For the sake of the environment
Fit your summer tyres in good time. They are quieter, do not wear so quickly
and reduce fuel consumption.
Snow chainsSnow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels, and only for the following
tyres:
Remove wheel hub covers and trim rings before fitting snow chains. For safety
reasons cover caps, available in any Authorised Service Centre, must then be
fitted over the wheel bolts.
WARNING
Snow chains should be correctly tightened in accordance with the manu-
facturer's instructions. This will prevent the chains coming into contact
with the wheel housing.
Caution
You must remove the snow chains to drive on roads which are free of snow.
Otherwise they will impair handling, damage the tyres and wear out very
quickly.
Note
In some countries, the speed limit for using snow chains is 50 km/h. The legal
requirements of the country should be followed.175/70R14
185/60R15
Chains with links not exceeding 15 mm (including the
chain closure)
215/45R16
Chains with links not exceeding 9 mm (including the
chain closure)
215/40R17
Chains with links not exceeding 7 mm (including the
chain closure)
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If and when
198Snow chains
For technical reasons, snow chains must not be used on the compact tempo-
rary spare wheel.
If you have a puncture on one of the front wheels when using snow chains, fit
the compact temporary spare in place of one of the rear wheels. You can then
attach the snow chains to the wheel taken from the rear and use this wheel to
replace the punctured front wheel.
WARNING
•The tyre pressures must be checked and corrected as soon as possible.•Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Higher speeds can cause an accident.•Avoid heavy acceleration, hard braking and fast cornering. Risk of acci-
dent.•Never use two or more compact spare tyres at the same time, risk of
accident.•No other type of tyre (normal summer or winter tyre) may be fitted on
the compact temporary spare wheel rim.
Tyre repair kit*
The tyre repair kit (for vehicles not including a spare wheel) is
stored under the floor panel in the luggage compartment.Your vehicle is equipped with the Tyre Mobility System “Tyre repair kit”.
The tyre repair kit consists of a container with sealing compound to repair the
puncture and a compressor to generate the required tyre pressure. The kit will
reliably seal punctures up to a size of about 4 mm caused by the penetration
of a foreign body into the tyre.
Note
•Seek professional assistance if the repair of a tyre puncture is not
possible with the sealing compound.Wheel changePreparation work
What you must do before changing a wheel.– If you have a flat tyre or puncture, park the vehicle as far away from the flow of traffic as possible. Choose a location that is as
level as possible.
– All passengers should leave the vehicle. They should wait in a safe area (for instance behind the roadside crash barrier).
– Switch the engine off. Switch the hazard warning lights on and place the triangles.
–Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Engage the first gear, or put the selector lever to position P for
those vehicles with an automatic gearbox.
– If you are towing a trailer, unhitch it from your vehicle.
–Take the vehicle tools and the spare wheel out of the luggage
compartment.
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General notes on the technical data
228Towing a trailerTrailer weightsTrailer weights
The trailer weights and drawbar loads approved are selected in intensive
trials according to precisely defined criteria. The approved trailer weights are
valid for vehicles in the EU for maximum speeds of 80 km/h (in certain
circumstances up to 100 km/h). The figures may be different in other coun-
tries. All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these
data ⇒ .
Drawbar load
The maximum permitted weight exerted by the trailer drawbar on the ball joint
of the towing bracket must not exceed 75 kg.
In the interest of road safety, we recommend that you always tow
approaching the maximum drawbar load. The response of the trailer on the
road will be poor if the drawbar load is too small.
If the maximum permissible drawbar load cannot be met (e.g. with small,
empty and light-weight single axle trailers o r ta n d e m a x l e t r a i l e r s wi t h a n a x le
base of less than 1 metre), at least 4% of the actual trailer weight is a legal
stipulation for a drawbar load.
WARNING
•For safet y reas ons , d o not excee d the 8 0 k m/h limit . Th is is als o valid in
countries where higher speeds are permitted.•Never exceed the maximum trailer weights or the draw bar loading. If
the permissible axle load or the permissible total weight is exceeded, the
driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,
injuries and damage to the vehicle.
WheelsTyre pressure, snow chains, wheel boltsTyre pressures
The sticker with the tyre pressure values can be found on the inside of the
tank flap. The tyre pressure values given there are for cold tyres. The slightly
raised pressures of warm tyres must not be reduced ⇒.
Snow chains
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels, and only to the following
tyres:
Wheel bolts
After the wheels have been changed, the tightening torque of the wheel bolts
s ho uld b e che cke d as s o on as p ossible wit h a to rqu e w re nch ⇒ . The tight-
ening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm.
WARNING
•Check the tyre pressure at least once per month. Checking tyre pressure
value is very important. If the tyre pressure is too high or too low, there is
an increased danger of accidents, particularly at high speeds.175/70R14
185/60R15
Chains with links not exceeding 15 mm (including the
chain closure)
215/45R16
Chains with links not exceeding 9 mm (including the
chain closure)
215/40R17
Chains with links not exceeding 7 mm (including the
chain closure)
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Index
252Remote control key
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Synchronising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Removing and fitting the wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Repairs airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacement keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Replacement of parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Rev counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Reverse gear Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Roll-back function Panoramic/ tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Roof aerial* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Roof carrier* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Rubber seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Running in Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152SSafe driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Safety equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Safety instructions
Coolant temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Safety notes Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Belt tension devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Curtain airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Disabling front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . 37
frontal airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Using seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Safety system- safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 103
Seat belt position Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Seat belt release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Seat belt warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Incorrectly fastened . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Not worn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Seat belts cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Seat belts protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Selective opening* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Semiautomatic air conditioning controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Side lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Sitting position
Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front passenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Incorrect sitting position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Sitting position, occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196, 228
Soot accumulation in the diesel engine particulate filter *
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Speed selector lever lock warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Starting Petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129, 130 After the fuel tank has been run dry . . . . . 130
Steam jets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Steering column controls Audio Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Steering wheel height adjustment . . . . . . . . . 126
Stowage compartment Front passenger side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Sunroof blind Sliding/tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
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