2009 Seat Ibiza ST technical data

Unlocking and locking83
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•The electric windows will work until the ignition has been switched off
and one of the front doors has been opened.•If necessary, use the safety switch to disable the rear electric windows.
Make sure that they have been disabled.Note
If the window is not able to close because it is stiff or because of an obstruc-
tion, the window will automatically open again ⇒ page 83. If this happens,
check why the window could not be closed before attempting to close it
again.One-touch opening and closing*
One-touch opening and closing means you do not have to
hold down the button.Buttons ⇒page 82, fig. 47 , , and have two positions
for opening windows and two for closing them. This makes it easier
to open and close windows to the desired position.
One-touch closing
– Pull up the window button briefly up to the second position. The window closes fully.
One-touch opening
– Push down the window button briefly up to the second position. The window opens fully. Restoring one-touch opening and closing
– The automatic open and close function will not work if the battery
has been temporarily disconnected. The function can be restored
as follows:
– Close the window as far as it will go by lifting and holding the window switch.
– Release the switch and then lift it again for one second. This will re-enable the automatic function.
If you push (or pull) a button to the first stage, the window will open (or close)
until you release the button. If you push or lift the button briefly to the second
stage, the window will open (one-touch opening) or close (one-touch closing)
automatically. If you operate the button while the window is opening or
closing, it stops at this position.
The one-touch opening and closing function will not function once the igni-
tion has been switched off.
The one-touch function and roll-back function will not work if there is a
malfunction in the electric windows. Contact an Authorised Service Centre.Roll-back function
The roll-back function reduces the risk of injury when the elec-
tric windows close.•If a window is obstructed when closing automatically, the window stops
at this point and lowers immediately ⇒.•Next, check why the window does not close before attempting it again.
WARNING (continued)
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Panorama tilting roof*Opening and closing the panorama/tilting roof
The panorama/tilting roof is opened and closed by using the
switch when the ignition is switched on.Closing the panorama/tilting sunroof
– Press and hold button ⇒fig. 48 ⇒ . The roof starts to
close until the button is released.
Opening the panorama/tilting sunroof
– Press and hold down button . The roof starts opening until the button is released. Automatic closing of the panorama/tilting sunroof
– Press button once only; the roof starts closing automatically
until it is completely closed.
Automatic opening of the panorama/ tilting sunroof
– Press button once only. The roof starts opening automatically until it is completely open.
Restoring one-touch opening and closing
– Close the roof manually until it is completely closed. Release the button
– Press the closing button again, keeping it pressed down, until a
complete opening and closing cycle has taken place.
Always close the panorama/ tilting roof fully if you park the vehicle or leave it
unattended ⇒.
The tilting roof can be operated for up to about ten minutes after the ignition
has been switched off, provided the driver door and the front passenger door
are not opened.
Sun visor
The sun visor is opened and closed manually (independently of the sliding/
tilting roof).
WARNING
•Incorrect use of the tilting roof can result in injury.•Never close the tilting sunroof without first checking that there are no
obstructions. Risk of serious injury to you or others. Make sure that no one
is in the path of the tilting roof.•Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
Fig. 48 Panorama/tilting
sunroof
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Lights and visibility87
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Lights and visibilityLightsSwitching lights on and off

Switching on the side lights
– Turn the light switch ⇒fig. 50 to position
.
Switching on dipped beam headlights
– Turn the light switch to position
.
Switching off the lights
– Turn the light switch to position 0. Switching on the front fog lights*
– Turn the switch from position
 or  to the first stop and pull
it. The symbol
 in the light switch lights up.
Switching on the rear fog light (vehicles with front fog lights)
– Turn the lights control from position
 or  to the second stop
and pull out ⇒. A warning lamp placed in the warning and
control lamp panel lights up.
Switching on the rear fog light (vehicles with no front fog lights)
– Turn the light control to the end from position  or  and pull
it. A warning lamp placed in the warning and control lamp panel
lights up.
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 beam headlights if
it is dark or if visibility is poor.
Note
•The dipped beam headlights will only work with the ignition on. The side
lights come on automatically when the ignition is turned off.•If the lights are left on after the key has been taken out of the ignition lock,
a buzzer will sound while the driver door remains open. This is a reminder to
switch the lights off.
Fig. 50 Detailed view of
the dash panel: lights, fog
lights and rear fog light
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Adaptive headlights* (for driving round bends)
When driving around bends, the headlights will light the
most important areas of the road.This cornering light gives better illumination of the side of the road and the
corner area. The dynamic lighting is controlled automatically according to
speed and the steering wheel angle.
The two main headlights move at different angles to avoid that the front of the
vehicle is left completely in the dark.
Note
The system operates from a speed of about 10 km/h.
Fog lights with cornering function*
This is an additional light source to dipped beam headlights
to light up the road as a bend is taken.The cornering light operates with the lights switched on and when driving at
less than 40 Km/h. They light up when the steering wheel is turned or the
flashers are operated.
Forward gear•If the steering wheel is turned to the right, or the right-hand turn signal
operated, the right-hand headlight lights up.•If the steering wheel is turned to the left, or the left-hand flasher operated,
the left-hand headlight lights up.
In reverse gear both headlights light up.Note
When the fog lamps are on, the cornering function is activated and both
headlights are continuously on.Coming home function*
When it is dark, the area around the car is lit up with the aid
of the Coming Home / Leaving Home function.To activate the function
– Remove key from ignition switch.
– Switch the light off.
– Open the driver door.
Fig. 52 Cornering
lighting using adaptive
headlights
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Hazard warning lights

The hazard warning lights are used to draw the attention of
other road users to your vehicle in emergencies.
If your vehicle breaks down:
1. Park your vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic.
2. Press the button to switch on the hazard warning lights ⇒.
3. Switch the engine off.
4. Apply the handbrake.
5. On a manual gearbox engage 1st gear, and for an automatic move the gear lever to P.
6. Use the warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users to your vehicle. 7. Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
You should switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users, for
instance when:•reaching the tail end of a traffic jam,•there is an emergency•your vehicle breaks down due to a technical fault,•you are towing another vehicle or your vehicle is being towed.
All turn signals flash simultaneously when the hazard warning lights are
switched on. That is that the two turn signal turn signal lamps
  and the
turn signal lamp in the switch
 will flash at the same time. The hazard
warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off.
WARNING
•The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Always
use the hazard warning lights and a warning triangle to draw the attention
of other road users to your stationary vehicle.•Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with
inflammable materials under the vehicle, for example dry grass or spilt
petrol. This could start a fire!Note
•The battery will run down if the hazard warning lights are left on for a long
time, even if the ignition is switched off.•The use of the hazard warning lights described here is subject to the rele-
vant statutory requirements.
Fig. 54 Centre console:
switch for hazard warning
lights
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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 instru-
ment panel.
•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
instrument panel.
•When the parking lights are switched on, the headlight and the tail light
on the corresponding side of the vehicle light up. The parking lights will only
work if the key is removed from the ignition. If the lights are switched on, a
buzzer gives an warning buzzer while the driver door is open.•If the turn signal lever is left on after the key has been taken out of the
ignition lock, an acoustic signal 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.
Interior lightsFront interior light The switch ⇒fig. 56 is used to select the following positions:
Courtesy light position

Sliding switch in central position The interior lights are automatically
switched on when the vehicle is unlocked or the key removed from the igni-
tion lock And turn off approx. 20 seconds after closing the doors. The interior
lights are switched off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is
switched on.
Interior light switched on

Move the knob to the position
.
Interior light switched off O
Move the switch to position O ⇒fig. 56 .
Fig. 56 Interior roof trim:
front interior lights
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Windscreen washersFront windscreen wipers

The windscreen wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers
and the automatic wash and wipe.
The windscreen wiper lever ⇒fig. 59 has the following positions:
Switching off the wipers
– Move the lever to position .
Intermittent wipe
– Move the lever up to position . – Move the control to the left or right to set the length of the
intervals. Control to the left: long intervals; control to the right:
short intervals. Four wiper interval stages can be set using switch .
Slow wipe
– Move the lever up to position .
Continuous wipe
– Move the lever up to position .
Brief wipe
– Move the lever down to position to give the windscreen a brief
wipe.
Wash and wipe automatic system

– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel - Position , the wind- screen washer is activated.
– Release the lever. The wipers-washers will keep running for approximately four seconds.The windscreen will be wiped again after approximately five seconds once the
wipe/wash system has been operated.
WARNING
•Worn and dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and safety levels while
driving.•In cold conditions, you should not use the wash / wipe system unless
you have warmed the windscreen with the heating and ventilation system.
Fig. 59 Windscreen wiper
and windscreen wash
lever
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Note
•Do not put stickers on the windscreen in front of the sensor. This may
cause sensor disruption or faults.Rear window wiper

The windscreen wiper lever operates the windscreen wiper
and the wash and wipe system for the rear window.
Switching on the interval wipe
– Press the lever forwards to position ⇒fig. 61 . 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.
Switching on the windscreen wiper and washer system
– Press the lever fully fo rwards to position ⇒fig. 61 . The rear
wiper and washer operate at the same time. The windscreen
wash system will function as long as you hold the lever in this
position.
– Release the lever. The washer system stops and the wipers continue until the end of the cycle.
– Move the lever towards the steering wheel to switch off.
WARNING
•A worn or dirty wiper blade will obstruct visibility and reduce safety.•Always note the corresponding warnings on ⇒page 189.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 work when the ignition is switched on.•Depending on the version of the model, when you engage reverse gear
and with the headlight wiper activated, the lamps are wiped.
Fig. 61 Windscreen wiper
and windscreen wash
lever: rear window wiper
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