2009 Seat Ibiza ST wiper fluid

Contents
4Accessories, parts replacement and
modifications
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Accessories and spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof aerial* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile telephones and two-way radios . . . . . . .
Fitting a towing bracket* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and refilling levels
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Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If and when
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Vehicle tools, spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre repair kit (Tyre-Mobility-System)* . . . . . . . .
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing bulbs. Double headlights . . . . . . . . .
Changing bulbs. Single headlight . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the rear lights (on the wing) . . . . . . .
Changing the rear lights (on the rear lid) . . . . .
Side turn signal bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Number plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior light and front reading lights . . . . . . . .
Additional brake lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage compartment light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing and tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data
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General notes on the technical data
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Outstanding information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data on fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Te chni cal Data
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Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 1.2 51 kW (70 bhp) . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 1.4 63 kW (85 bhp) . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 1.6 TDI CR 66 kW (90 bhp) . . . . .
Diesel engine 1.6 TDI CR 77 kW (105 bhp) . . . .
Dimensions and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index
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Lights and visibility
96The washer fluid could otherwise freeze on the windscreen and obscure
your view of the road.•Always note the corresponding warnings on ⇒ page 189.Caution
In 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.
Note
•The windscreen wipers will only work when the ignition is switched on.•The heat output of the heated jets* is controlled automatically when the
ignition is switched on, depending upon the outside temperature.•In certain versions of vehicles with alarms, the windscreen wiper will only
work when the ignition is on and the bonnet closed.•When the intermittent wipe function is on, the intervals are directly
proportional to the speed. This way, the higher the vehicle speed the shorter
the intervals.
Rain sensor*
The rain sensor controls the frequency of the windscreen
wiper intervals, depending on the amount of rain.Switching on the rain sensor
– Move the windscreen wiper lever into position ⇒ fig. 60.
– Move the control to the left or right to set the sensitivity of the rain sensor. Control to the right: highly sensitive. Control to the
left: less sensitive.The rain sensor is part of the interval wipe function. You will have to switch
the rain sensor back on if you switch off the ignition. This is done by switching
the wiper intermittent function off and back on.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 60 Windscreen wiper
leverA1
AA
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Vehicle maintenance and cleaning167
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Technical Data
If possible, use a de-icing spray to remove ice. If you use an ice scraper, push
it in one direction only without swinging it.
Use window cleaner or a silicone remover
to clean rubber, oil, grease and sili-
cone deposits off.
Wax deposits can be removed with a special cleaner available in your Author-
ised Service Centre. Wax deposits on the windscreen could cause the wiper
blades to judder. If a window cleanser, specifically for removing wax, is added
to the windscreen washer fluid prevents wiper blades from juddering. Wax
deposits are not removed.
Caution
•Never use warm or hot water to remove snow and ice from windows and
mirrors. This could cause the glass to crack!•The heating element for the rear window is located on the inner side of the
window. To prevent damage, do not put stickers on the heating elements
inside the window.Cleaning windscreen wiper bladesClean wiper blades are essent ial to provide clear vision.
1. Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the windscreen wiper blades.
2. Use window cleanser to clean the windscreen wiper blades. Use
a sponge or a cloth to remove stubborn stains.
Rubber seals maintenance
If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not freeze so
quickly.1. Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the rubber seals.
2. Apply a specialist care product to the rubber seals.The rubber strips on the doors, windows, bonnet and rear lid will remain
pliable and last longer if they are treated with a suitable care product (for
example silicone spray).
Caring for rubber seals will also prevent premature ageing and leaks. The
doors will be easier to open. If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not
freeze so quickly in winter.Door lock cylinders
The door lock cylinders can freeze up in winter.To de-ice the lock cylinders you should only use spray with lubricating and
anti-corrosive properties.Cleaning chrome parts1. Clean chrome parts with a damp cloth.
2. Polish chrome parts with a soft, dry cloth.
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Checking and refilling levels181
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Technical Data
For the sake of the environment
Service fluids leaks are harmful to the environment. For this reason you
should make regular checks on the ground underneath your vehicle. If you
find spots of oil or other fluids, have your vehicle inspected in a qualified
workshop.Opening the bonnet
The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle.
Before opening the bonnet ensure that the windscreen wipers are in
rest position.
– To release the bonnet, pull the lever under the dash panel
⇒fig. 119 in the direction indicated (arrow). The bonnet will be
released by a spring action ⇒.
– Lift the bonnet using the release lever (arrow) and open the bonnet.
– Release the bonnet stay and secure it in fixture designed for this
in the bonnet.
WARNING
Hot coolant can scald!•Never open the bonnet if you see steam, smoke or coolant escaping
from the engine compartment.
Fig. 119 Bonnet opening
lever
Fig. 120 Bonnet support
rod
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Checking and refilling levels
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Caution•If you notice a change in the colour of the liquid because it has been in
use for a long time, it is re commended to change it, as it will have lost some
of its properties and could cause damage to the vehicle.•If a lot of liquid coolant has been lost, wait for the engine to cool down
before putting in cold coolant. This avoids damaging the engine. Large
coolant losses are an indication of leaks in the cooling system. See a special-
ised workshop immediately and have the cooling system checked. Other-
wise, there is a risk of engine damage.Washer fluid and windscreen wiper bladesTopping up washer fluid
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The water for cleaning the windscreen should always be
mixed with washer fluid.
The windscreen washer and the headlight washers are supplied with fluid
from the windscreen washer fluid container in the engine compartment. The
container holds approx. 2 litres; in vehicles with headlight washers* it holds
approx. 4.5 litres.
The reservoir is located on the right-hand side of the engine compartment.
Plain water is not enough to clean th e windscreen and headlights. We recom-
mend that you always add a product to the windscreen washer fluid.
Approved windscreen cleaning products exist on the market with high deter-
gent and anti-freeze properties, these may be added all-year-round. Please
follow the dilution instructions on the packaging.
WARNING
Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be
carried out cautiously.•When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety
warnings ⇒page 179.Caution
•Never put radiator anti-freeze or other additives into the windscreen
washer fluid.•Always use approved windscreen cleansing products diluted as per
instructions. If you use other washer fluids or soap solutions, the tiny holes
in the fan-shaped nozzles could become blocked.
Fig. 125 In the engine
compartment: Cap of
windscreen washer fluid
reservoir.
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Index241
Index
AABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Acoustic signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Acoustic warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Adaptive headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Adjustable service interval display . . . . . . . . . . 54
Air conditioner Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Air outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Air recirculation Semi-automatic air conditioning . . . . . . . . 125
Air recirculation mode Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Alarm system Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Alternator Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Anti-freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Anti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Anti-theft wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Aquaplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Automatic anti-dazzle rear vision mirror* Activating the anti-dazzle function . . . . . . . 98
Deactivating anti-dazzle function . . . . . . . . . 98
Automatic car washing tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Kick-down feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Selector lever positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Automatic wiper/wash function for the rear window 97
AUX/USB input connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Auxiliary audio input connection (AUX) . . . . . . 113
BBall coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
BAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Battery Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Winter conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Belt tensioner
disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Biodiesel fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Boot* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Brake Assist System Automatic warning lights on . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Brake servo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151, 156
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Braking distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Bulb change general notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Bulb defect Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 132
CCar care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
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Index
248Vehicle tools
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Vehicle wallet storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Vehicle washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Ventilation slits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15WWarning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Washing by hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing with high pressure cleaners . . . . . . . 165
Water in the windscreen washer tank . . . . . . . 188
Wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204, 232 Tightening torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Wheel change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194, 232
Why assume the correct sitting position? . . . . . 26
Why should head restraints be correctly adjusted? 12
Why wear seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18, 26
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Windscreen defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Windscreen wiper blades
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Windscreen wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Changing blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Changing the rear wiper blade . . . . . . . . . . 190
Winter driving Diesel engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Winter tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Wiper/wash automatic function . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Wooden trim cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . 179
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