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Rollback anti-trap function of the electric sliding doors
The rollback anti-trap function of the electric sliding doors can reduce the risk
of injury when opening and closing the sliding doors Ÿ.
If an object gets in the way of the sliding door while it is closing, it opens
again.
If an object gets in the way of the sliding door while it is opening, the door
stops moving.
xCheck the reason for which the sliding door does not open or close.
xTry to open or close the sliding door again.
To close the sliding door without the rollback anti-trap function
xTurn off the ignition and turn it on again.
xPress and hold the Ÿpage 94, fig. 54 button. The sliding door
closes with full force.
WARNING
Closing the electric windows without the anti-trap function can cause
serious injury.
xAlways close the sliding doors carefully.
xNobody should ever get in the way of the electric sliding doors, espe-
cially when closing without the anti-trap function.
xThe anti-trap function does not prevent fingers or other parts of the
body getting pinched against the window frame and causing injury.
Electric child safety lock
The electric child safety lock avoids opening and locking of the sliding door
and its electric windows from the inside so that children cannot accidentally
open the door while the vehicle is being driven. Using the left-hand side
Ÿfig. 55 or right-hand side button, the child safety lock is activated
on the left hand side or right-hand side respectively.
Turning on and off the electric child safety
The yellow indicator
r indicates that the function is on for the corresponding
button.
In the menu Configuration - Convenience the electric child safety function can
be configured to turn on automatically when the engine starts Ÿpage 70.
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FunctionNecessary operations
To switch system on:Press the button Ÿfig. 55 o .
The system switches
off:Press the button again.
Fig. 55 In the driver door:
electric child safety locks
buttons.
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Panorama sliding sunroof*
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
xSEAT information system Ÿpage 70
xCentral locking and locking system Ÿpage 83
xEmergency locking and unlocking Ÿpage 348
WARNING
Careless use of the panorama sliding sunroof can cause serious injury.
xOnly close the panorama sliding sunroof and the sunshade when
nobody is in the way.
xAlways take all the keys with you whenever you leave the vehicle.
xNever leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if
they have access to the keys. Uncontrolled use of the key could lock the
vehicle, start the engine, turn on the ignition and operate the sliding
sunroof.
xThe sliding sunroof 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.
Note
In case of a fault in the operation of the sliding sunroof, the anti-trap function
will not operate correctly. Visit a specialist workshop.
Opening or closing the panorama sliding sunroof
To unfold the panorama sliding sunroof, the switch must be in the position
.
Fig. 61 On the interior
roof lining: use the rotary
button to open and close.
Fig. 62 On the interior
roof lining: Press the
button and pull on it to lift
and close the sliding
sunroof.
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Programming the garage door remote control
Functions from up to 3 different remote controls for different products can be
transferred to the buttons on the sunshade ( for example, the electric system
for a gateway or a garage door, a house alarm or a lighting system).Before programming
xBefore programming the garage remote control, always read the instruc-
tion manual from the product manufacturer.
xAlways stop your vehicle safe distance from the system.
xWhen programming, turn on the ignition but do not start the engine.
Before programming the unit for the first time:
xPress the buttons and until the indicator above the button begins
to blink.
xRelease both buttons. This erases the factory settings. There is no need to
do this again to program the remaining buttons.
xHowever, if you hold in the buttons for more time, the factory settings will
be re-established.
Programming
xBefore programming, carry out the initial steps Ÿpage 110.
xPut your system's remote control, for example the remote to operate the
garage door, within 30 cm of the sunshade button Ÿfig. 64. If this is too far
away, you may have to repeat the procedure.
xNow, simultaneously hold in the button on your system's remote control
and the button , or until the indicator above the button blinks, first
slowly then more quickly Ÿfig. 65.
xRelease both buttons. The function from your system's remote control is
transferred to the corresponding button.
To transfer other functions to other buttons of the garage door remote control,
repeat the procedure described above with the button to be programmed.
Synchronising a remote control with a variable code
xBefore programming, carry out the initial steps Ÿpage 110.
xProgram the remote control Ÿpage 110.
Fig. 64 Radio frequency
remote control and control
buttons on the sunshade.
Fig. 65 To program: Press
the buttons on the garage
door control and the
remote control simultane-
ously.
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xSearch the manufacturer's instructions manual for the garage door or
gate to find the “setting button” for the power motor to synchronise a new
remote control.
xAfter pressing the “settings button” on the power motor, you have a
maximum of 30 seconds to press the button , or . Press the same
button once more to complete the process. For some systems, the button
must be pressed the third time.
Erasing the programming for all buttons
SEAT recommends erasing the programming for all buttons when selling or
loaning your vehicle.
xBefore programming, carry out the initial steps Ÿpage 110.
xPress the buttons and until the indicator above the button begins
to blink.
xRelease both buttons. All of the programmed functions are erased.
After programming
Check the garage door remote control Ÿpage 111, “Using the garage door
remote control”.
Using the garage door remote control
The vehicle must be within range of the garage door or gate power motor.
xWith the engine running or the ignition on, push the corresponding
button on the sunshade Ÿ.
WARNING
Careless use of the garage remote control can cause serious injury.
xOnly use the remote control when you can see the garage door and that
there is nobody in its way.
Caution
Use of inappropriate batteries may damage the remote control. For this
reason, always replace the dead battery with another of the same voltage,
size and specifications.
For the sake of the environment
Please dispose of your used batteries correctly and with the utmost respect
for the environment.
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FaultPossible causePossible solution
Garage door or
electric system is
not working.
The batteries of
remote control are
flat.Change the batteries.
The remote control is
too far away or the
transmission angle
was to large.Vary the distance and the angle
to the receiver.
The garage door or
electric system are
not compatible.The system does not corre-
spond to legal requirements
and must be replaced.
Programming was
not completed cor-
rectly.Program the remote control
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Windscreen wiper and washer
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
xRecirculation of air conditioning air Ÿpage 179
xWorking in the engine compartment Ÿpage 304
xCaring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior Ÿpage 269
WARNING
Water from the windscreen washer water bottle may freeze on the wind-
screen if it does not contain enough anti-freeze, reducing forward visibility.
xIn winter, ensure the windscreen washer contains enough anti-freeze.
xIn cold conditions, you should not use the wash / wipe system unless
you have warmed the windscreen with the ventilation system. The anti-
freeze could freeze on the windscreen and reduce visibility.
WARNING
Worn or dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of acci-
dent and serious injury.
xAlways replace damaged or worn blades or blades which do not clean
the windscreen correctly.
Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass before using the wipers for the first time. In cold weather, it may help to
leave the vehicle parked with the wipers in service position Ÿpage 127.
Warning lamp
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They
will switch off after a few seconds.
Caution
Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear may
result in faults in the vehicle.
lights upPossible causeSolution
YWindscreen wiper fluid level
too lowTop up the windscreen wiper
bottle as soon as possible
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Note
Clean the sensitive surface of the rain sensor regularly and check the blades
for damage Ÿpage 128, fig. 76 (arrow).
Note
To remove wax and coatings, we recommend a window cleaner containing
alcohol.
Checking and topping up the windscreen washer bottle with
water
Check the water level in the windscreen washer bottle regularly and top up as
required.
xOpen the bonnet ’ Ÿpage 304.
xThe washer bottle is marked with the symbol Y on the lid Ÿfig. 77.
xCheck there is enough water in the bottle.
xTo top up, mix water with a window cleaner recommended by SEAT Ÿ.
Please follow the instructions for use found on the packaging.
xIn cold weather, a special antifreeze should also be added to prevent the
water from freezing Ÿ.
Bottle capacity
The bottle holds approximately 3.0 litres; in vehicles with headlight washer,
it is approximately 7.0 litres.
WARNING
Never mix an unsuitable antifreeze or other similar products with the wind-
screen washer water. A greasy layer may be formed on the windscreen
which will impair visibility.
xUse clean water with a window cleaner recommended by SEAT.
xIf necessary, add a suitable antifreeze to the water bottle.
Caution
xDo not mix cleaning products recommended by SEAT with other products.
This could lead to flocculation and may block the windscreen washer jets.
xWhen topping up service fluids, make absolutely certain that you fill the
fluids into the correct reservoirs. Failure to observe this point will result in
serious malfunctions and engine damage!
Fig. 77 In the engine
compartment: windscreen
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Note
Seat adjustment is stopped when the engine is started.
Adjusting the rear seats
Caution
Tilting the backrest of the second row of seats fully back could damage the
luggage compartment tray. Remove the tray before adjusting the backrest.
Caution
Objects in the luggage compartment could cause damage when moving the
rear seats forwards or backwards.
Fig. 84 Adjusting rear
seats.
Ÿpage
134,
fig. 81FunctionNecessary operations
Adjusting the backrest
angle.
Pull the lever and adjust the backrest
to the required position Ÿ. The
backrest must be engaged when the
lever is released! There is a handle
instead of the lever on the third row of
seats and on the central seat of the
second row. It is used in the same
manner as the lever.
On the second row of
seats of the 6-seat ver-
sion only: Adjusting the
armrest.
Turn the wheel under the armrest.
On the second row of
seats only: Moving the
seat backwards or for-
wards.Pull the lever and move the seat for-
wards or backwards. The seat must be
engaged when the lever is released!
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Sockets
Introduction
Electrical equipment can be connected to the sockets in the vehicle.
Connected equipment must be in perfect condition and show no signs of
faults.
Additional information and warnings:
xCigarette lighter Ÿpage 173
xAccessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications Ÿpage 285
WARNING
Improper use of the sockets or electrical devices could lead to a fire and
cause serious injuries.
xNever leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. The sockets and
equipment connected to them can be used when the ignition is switched
on.
xShould a connected electrical device overheat, switch it off and unplug
it immediately.
Caution
xTo avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical system, never connect equip-
ment that generates electrical current, such as solar panels or battery
chargers, to the 12 Volt sockets in order to charge the vehicle's battery.
xOnly use accessories with approved electromagnetic compatibility
according to current regulations.
xTo avoid damage due to voltage variations, switch off all appliances
connected to the 12 V sockets before switching the ignition on or off and
before starting the engine.
xNever connect an appliance to the 12 Volt socket that consumes more
than the power indicated in watts. Exceeding the maximum power absorption
could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
For the sake of the environment
Do not leave the engine running when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine stopped and the ignition
switched on will drain the battery.
Note
Unshielded equipment can cause interference on the radio equipment and
the vehicle's electrical system.
Note
Interference can occur on the radio's AM waveband if electrical appliances
are used near the rear window aerial.