2009 Seat Ibiza ST window

Lights and visibility
98Headlight 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 beam 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
nozzle holders in the bumper free of snow 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.Rear vision mirrorsAdjusting the head restraintsBefore beginning any journey, adjust the rear vision mirrors for correct
visibility.
Rear vision mirror
It is dangerous to drive if yo u cannot see clearly through the
rear window.Manual anti-dazzle function for rear vision 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 rear vision mirror*
The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off
as desired.Switching off anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒ fig. 62. Indicator lamp goes off.
Fig. 62 Automatic anti-
dazzle rear vision mirror.
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Switching on anti-dazzle function
– Press button ⇒page 98, fig. 62 . Warning lamp is lit.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 vision mirror will
darken automatically according to the amount of light it receives. The anti-
dazzle function is cancelled if reverse gear is engaged.
Note
•The automatic anti-dazzle function will only work properly if the sun
blind* for the rear window is retracted and there are no other objects
preventing light from reaching the rear vision 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 anti-dazzle function from
working well or even from working at all.Folding in the exterior mirrorsThe exterior mirrors of the vehicle may be folded in. For this, press the mirror
housing towards the vehicle.
Note
Before washing the vehicle with an automatic car wash, fold in the mirrors to
avoid damage.
Electric exterior mirrors*
The exterior mirrors can be adjusted using the rotary knob in
the driver door.Basic setting of exterior mirrors
1. Turn knob ⇒fig. 63 to position L ( left exterior mirror).
2. Turn the rotary knob to positi on 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 position the mirror so that you have a good view to the rear of the car ⇒.
Heated exterior mirrors*
– Press the demisting button
 ⇒ page 90, fig. 53
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Fig. 63 Controls of exte-
rior mirrors
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Seats and storage compartments101
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Seats and storage compartmentsThe importance of correct seat adjustmentProper seat adjustment optimises the level of protection
offered by seat belts and airbags.Your vehicle has five seats, two in the front and three in the rear. 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,•a relaxed posture which does not cause drowsiness,•a safe driving ⇒ page 7,•ensuring that the seat belts and airbag system provide maximum protec-
tion ⇒page 17.WARNING
•If the driver and passengers assume improper sitting positions, they
may sustain critical injuries.•More people than available seats must never be transported in your
vehicle.•Every passenger 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 ⇒page 38, “Child safety”.•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.
•Always keep your feet on the footwell 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 incorrect 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.•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.•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.•Special guidelines apply to installing a child seat on the front
passenger seat. When installing a child seat, please observe the warnings
described in ⇒page 38, “Child safety”.WARNING (continued)
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•Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fully functional. The fire extinguisher
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher
will inform you of the next date for checking.•Before acquiring accessories and emergency equipment see the instruc-
tions in “Accessories and spares” ⇒page 172.Luggage compartmentLoading the luggage compartment
Loads in the luggage compartment should be safely secured.To maintain safe handling on the road, please observe the following
points:
– Distribute the load evenly. – Position heavy items as far forward as possible
⇒fig. 87 .
– Secure the load with a luggage net* or with non-elastic straps secured to the fastening rings ⇒page 116.
WARNING
•Unsecured objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly shift and
cause changes in the handling of the vehicle.•In an accident or a sudden manoeuvre, loose objects in the passenger
compartment can be flung forward and might injure vehicle occupants.•Always keep all objects in the luggage compartment and use appro-
priate grips to secure them, particularly in the case of heavy objects.•When you transport heavy objects, always bear in mind that a change
of the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.•Please refer to the notes on ⇒page 7.Caution
Make sure that no hard objects chafe against the wires of the heating element
in the rear window and damage them.
Note
The tyre pressure must be adjusted according to the load. When necessary
check the tyre pressures on the label located on the inside fuel tank flap
⇒page 195.
Fig. 87 Position heavy
items as far forward as
possible.
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Air conditioning
120Air conditioningHeatingControls– Using the controls ⇒fig. 93 and and with the switch
you can adjust the temperature, the air distribution and the
blower speed.
– Press the button to switch air recirculation mode on or off. When the function is activated, a warning light on the button is
turned on.Te m p e r a t u r e
Switch adjusts temperature. The required temperature inside the vehicle
cannot be lower than the ambient temperature. Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is only available when the engine
has reached its operating temperature.
Blower
The air flow can be set at four speeds with switch . The blower should
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
Air distribution
Control for setting the flow of air in the required direction.
 – Air distribution towards the windscreen in order to demist. For safety
reasons, it is not recommended to switch air recirculation on. – Air distribution to the upper body. – Air distribution to footwell. – Air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.
Air recirculation mode
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Air recirculation mode on (a lam p lights up in red) prevents strong odours
from the outside air from entering in the vehicle, for example when passing
through a tunnel or in a traffic jam ⇒.
When the outside temperature is low, air recirculation mode improves
heating performance by heating air from the interior instead of cold air from
the outside.
WARNING
•For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Fig. 93 Heating controls
on the dash panel
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•In air recirculation mode, no cold air from the outside enters the vehicle
interior. The windows can quickly fog over if the heating is switched off.
Therefore, never leave the air recirculation mode switched on for a long
time (risk of accident).Note
•Please consider the general notes ⇒ page 129.Vehicle ventilation or heatingVentilating the passenger compartment
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒fig. 94 anti-clockwise.
– Turn blower switch to any of the head settings 1 -4. – Set the airflow to the desired
direction using air distribution
control .
– Open the relevant air outlets.
Interior heating
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒fig. 94 clockwise to select
the desired temperature.
– Turn blower switch to any of the head settings 1 -4.
– Set the airflow to the desired direction using air distribution
control .
– Open the relevant air outlets.
Defrosting the windscreen
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒fig. 94 clockwise to reach
the maximum temperature.
– Turn the blower switch to setting 4.
– Turn air distribution control to
.
–Close outlet .
– Open and turn outlet towards side windows
Keeping the windscreen and the side windows demisted
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒fig. 94 to the heating zone.
– Turn blower switch to any of the head settings 2 -3.
– Turn air distribution control to .
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 94 Heating controls
on the dash panel
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Air conditioning
122
–Close outlets
– Open and turn outlets towards side windowsOnce the windows are demisted and as a preventive measure, the control
can be set in position
, thus obtaining greater comfort while preventing the
windows from misting again. Heating
Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Note
Remember that the temperature of the engine coolant should be optimum to
ensure that the heating system functions correctly (except in vehicles fitted
with additional heating*)
Air outlets
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Fig. 95 Air vent
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Air conditioning
124
– Turn the fan control to one of the two levels depending on the speed required.
– Rotate the temperature control to the desired level of comfort.
–Close outlets
– Open and turn outlets towards side windows
Temperature selector ⇒page 124
Blower control. There are four speed settings for the blower. At low
speed, it is recommended to set the blower to a minimum of 1 to improve
the intake of fresh air.
Air distribution control ⇒page 124
Air recirculation button ⇒page 125
Button – Coolant on button ⇒page 124WARNING
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Note
Please consider the general notes.
Vehicle interior heating or cooling system Interior heating
– Disconnect the cooling system using button ⇒fig. 97 (the
button light turns off).
– Turn the temperature selector to set the desired temperature inside the vehicle.
– Turn the blower switch to any of of the settings 1-4.
– Set the air distribution control to the air flow configuration desired: (towards the windscreen), (towards the chest), (towards the footwell) and (towards the windscreen and
footwell areas).
Interior cooling
– Connect the cooling system with button (the button light should light up).
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Fig. 97 Air conditioning
controls on the dash
panel
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