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Rear vision mirror
The driver should always adjust the rear vision mirror to permit adequate visi-
bility through the rear window.Manual anti-dazzle function for rear vision mirror
xBasic position: point the lever at the bottom of the mirror forwards.
xPull the lever to the back to select the anti-dazzle function Ÿfig. 78.
Automatic anti-dazzle function for interior mirror
Legend for the fig. 79:
warning lamp
Control
Light incidence sensor
This function can be activated and deactivated by pressing the rear vision
mirror switch Ÿfig. 79 . When it is activated, the warning lamp lights up
.
When the ignition is on, the sensor automatically moves the rear vision
mirror to the anti-dazzle position depending upon the incidence of the light
from behind.
The automatic anti-dazzle function is deactivated when reverse gear is
engaged or the interior or reading lights are on.
Note
If the incidence of the light on the sensor is obstructed or prevented, e.g. by
the sun blinds, the rear vision mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function will
not operate correctly.
Fig. 78 Manual anti-
dazzle function for rear
vision mirror
Fig. 79 Automatic anti-
dazzle function for rear
vision mirror
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Exterior mirrors
Synchronised mirror adjustment
xIn the menu Settings - Convenience select whether or not the mirrors
should move in synchronisation Ÿpage 70.
xTurn the knob to position L.
xAdjust the left-hand exterior mirror. The right exterior mirror will be
adjusted at the same time (synchronised).
xIf necessary the right exterior mirror adjustment may need correcting. Turn
the knob to position R.
Automatic anti-dazzle exterior mirror, driver's side
The automatic anti-dazzle exterior mirror is controlled in the same way as the
automatic anti-dazzle rear vision mirror Ÿpage 131.
Store the reverse settings for the passenger exterior mirror
xSelect the vehicle key in which the setting is to be stored.
xUse this key to unlock the vehicle.
xConnect the automatic parking brake.
xSwitch the ignition on.
xMove the gear lever to neutral.
xIn the menu Settings - Convenience activate the function Mirror
adjustment.
xSelect reverse gear.
xAdjust the front passenger exterior mirror so that you can see, for
example, the kerb area.
xThe new position of the mirror will be stored automatically and allocated
to the vehicle key that was used to unlock the vehicle. For vehicles with seat
memory, please see Ÿpage 137.
Activating the passenger exterior mirror settings
xTurn the exterior mirror knob to position R.
xWith the ignition switched on, select reverse gear.
xThe stored position of the passenger exterior mirror for reverse gear is
deleted when driving forwards at 15 km/h, or if the knob is turned from posi-
tion R to another position.
Turn the knob to the required position:
#Electric folding exterior mirrors Ÿ.
?Switch on the exterior mirror heating This only heats up if the
ambient temperature is less than +20 °C (+68 °F).
,Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror by turning the knob for-
wards, backwards, to the left or to the right.
2Adjust the right-hand exterior mirror by turning the knob for-
wards, backwards, to the left or to the right.
Zero position. Exterior mirror unfolded, exterior mirror heating
off, adjustment of exterior mirror not possible.
Fig. 80 In the driver door:
exterior mirror controls

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WARNING
Fold and unfold the exterior mirror, taking care to avoid injuries.
xOnly fold or unfold the exterior mirror when there is no-one in the way
of the mirror.
xWhen moving the mirror, take care not to trap fingers between the
mirror and the mirror bracket.
WARNING
Failure to correctly estimate the distance of the vehicle behind could lead
to serious accident.
xRear-view convex or aspheric mirrors increase the field of vision,
however objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors.
xThe use of these mirrors to estimate the distance to the next vehicle
when changing lane is imprecise and could result in serious accident.
xIf possible, use the rear vision mirror to estimate distances to vehicles
behind you or in other circumstances.
xMake sure that the rear visibility is adequate.
Caution
xBefore entering a car wash, always ensure that the exterior mirrors are
correctly folded in.
xElectrically-folding exterior mirrors should not be folded and unfolded
mechanically as this may damage the electrical operation.
For the sake of the environment
The exterior mirror heating should be switched off when it is no longer
needed. Otherwise, it is an unnecessary fuel waste.
Note
The exterior mirror heating initially heats up with a high power, after two
minutes the heat will depend upon the ambient temperature.
Note
In the event of faults, the electric exterior mirrors can be adjusted manually
by pressing the edge of the mirror surface.

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Seat functions
Introduction
Additional information and warnings
xAdjust the seat position Ÿpage 10
xSeat belts Ÿpage 22
xAirbag system Ÿpage 33
xChild seats (accessories) Ÿpage 42
xIntegrated child seats Ÿpage 52
xExterior mirrors Ÿpage 130
xLuggage compartment Ÿpage 146
WARNING
Inappropriate use of the seat functions can cause severe injuries.
xAssume the proper sitting position before your trip and remain in it
throughout. This also applies to the other occupants.
xOnly adjust the seat position memory when the vehicle is stationary.
xOnly switch the lumbar massage function on and off when the vehicle
is stationary.
xKeep hands, fingers, feet and other limbs away from the seat operating
and adjustment radius.
Seat heating
The seat cushions can be heated electrically when the ignition is switch on.
The backrest is also heated in some versions.
Switch off seat heating if there is nobody in the seat.
WARNING
People whose pain and temperature threshold has been affected by some
kind of medicine, paraplegia or chronic illness (e.g. diabetes) may sustain
FunctionAction Ÿfig. 85
To switch system on:Press button A. Seat heating is switched on fully.
Adjusting the heating
output:Keep pressing button A until the required inten-
sity is set.
The system switches
off:Keep pressing button A until all of the lights are
switched off Ÿfig. 85.
Fig. 85 Detailed view of
the centre console: front
seat heating controls,
here with the second
temperature level set.

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The front passenger's frontal airbag must be disconnected Ÿpage 33 if
objects are being transported on the folded front passenger's seat.
Folding the backrest of the front passenger's seat
xRemove any objects from the front passenger's seat cushion Ÿ.
xAdjust the front passenger's seat to its lowest position Ÿpage 10.
xPush the head restraint down as far as it will go Ÿpage 10.
xUnlock the backrest of the front passenger's seat in the direction of the
arrow Ÿpage 141, fig. 88 .
xFold the backrest of the front passenger's seat forwards in the direction of
the arrow Ÿpage 141, fig. 88 until it is horizontal.
xThe backrest of the front passenger's seat must engage safely in its folded
position.
Lifting the backrest of the front passenger seat
xCheck that there are no objects or parts of the body in the hinge area.
xLift the backrest of the front passenger's seat by first unlocking it again
Ÿpage 141, fig. 89.
xLift the backrest of the front passenger seat until it is upright. The backrest
must be engaged.
xThe upright backrest of the front passenger's seat must safely engage.
WARNING
Folding and lifting the backrest of the front passenger's seat uncontrol-
lably or without paying attention may lead to severe injuries.
xOnly fold and lift the backrest of the front passenger's seat when the
vehicle is stationary.
xWhile the backrest of the front passenger's seat is folded, the frontal
airbag must remain disconnected and the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF  light
on.
xKeep your hands, fingers, feet and other body parts out of the hinges
and the seat locking mechanism when folding and unfolding.
xMats or other objects can be caught in the hinges of the backrest of the
front passenger's seat. This could prevent the backrest from locking safely
when positioned upright.
xThe upright backrest of the front passenger's seat must engage. If the
backrest of the front passenger's seat is not locked, it may suddenly move
and cause severe injuries.
WARNING
Seat anchors and hinges exposed when the backrest of the front
passenger's seat is folded may lead to severe injuries in the event of an
accident or sudden braking.
xNever carry people or children on the front passenger's seat when the
backrest is folded.
xWhen the backrest of the front passenger's seat is folded, only the
outer seat behind the driver on the second row of seats may be occupied.
This also applies to children sitting in a child seat.
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Loading luggage compartment
Introduction
Always transport heavy loads in the trunk and place the seat backs in a
vertical position. Always use the fastening rings with suitable rope or straps.
Never overload the vehicle. Both the carrying capacity as well as the distribu-
tion of the load in the vehicle have effects on the driving behaviour and
braking ability Ÿ.
Additional information and warnings:
xAirbag system Ÿpage 33
xLight Ÿpage 113
xTranspor ting Ÿpage 13
xTo wi ng m o d e Ÿpage 260
xWheels and tyres Ÿpage 323
WARNING
When the vehicle is not in use or being watched, always lock the doors and
the tailgate to reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
xDo not leave children unwatched, especially when the tailgate is open.
Children could climb into the luggage compartment, close the tailgate from
inside and be unable to escape themselves. This could lead to serious
injury or death.
xNever allow children to play in or around the vehicle.
xNever transport people in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
Unsecured or incorrectly secured objects can cause serious injury in case
of a sudden manoeuvring or breaking or in case of an accident. This is espe-cially true when objects are struck by a detonating airbag and fired through
the vehicle interior. To reduce the risks, please note the following:
xSecure all objects in the vehicle. Always keep equipment and heavy
objects in the luggage compartment.
xAlways secure objects with suitable rope or straps so that they cannot
enter the areas around the frontal or side airbags in case of sudden braking
or an accident.
xWhile driving, always keep object compartments closed.
xDo not place hard, heavy or sharp objects inside the passenger
compartment, in open storage compartments, the rear shelf or on the
dashboard.
xRemove hard, heavy and sharp objects from clothes and pockets inside
the vehicle and store securely.
WARNING
The transport of heavy object changes vehicle handling and increases
braking distance. Heavy loads that have not been stored or secured
correctly could cause loss of control and result in serious injury.
xThe vehicle handling changes when transporting heavy objects due to
a change in the centre of gravity.
xDistribute the load as uniformly and as low down on the vehicle as
possible.
xStore heavy objects in the luggage compartment as far from the rear
axle as possible.
Caution
xHard objects on the shelf could chafe the wires of the heating element
and antenna of the rear window and cause damage.
xThe side window antenna could be damaged due to chafing from objects.
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xSecure all objects, little and large.
xNever secure a load that is too heavy for the fastening rings.
xNever secure a child seat to the fastening rings.
Note
The maximum load of the fastening rings is approximately 3.5 Kn (3.57 Kp).
Note
You can find suitable transport straps and load securing systems at a
specialist workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a qualified workshop.
Rails and attachment system*
The rails and attachment system consists of four rails, movable attachment
elements, straps to be secured to the rails and a net with supports to cover
baggage Ÿpage 155. The rail and attachment system is designed to secure
light objects. If the seats in the third row are to be occupied by passengers
then attachment elements should never be placed in the section of the rails
close to the seats Ÿ.
Installing the attachment elements
xFit the attachment element with the ruts facing upwards Ÿfig. 102 to
the upper part of the guide and press downwards.
xMove the attachment element to the desired position.
xAlways ensure that the attachment inserts into the guide system Ÿ.
Removing the attachment elements
xRemove the attachment element from the guide and pull downwards.
Securing a load
xPull the strap through the attachment element and secure the load Ÿ.
WARNING
In case of an accident or sudden braking, the attachment elements in the
parts of the rails close to the seats of the third row could injure seat occu-
pants.
xWhenever the seats on the third row are to be occupied, remove the
attachment elements from the rails or move them all the way back.
WARNING
Movable attachment elements that are not secured correctly can be
released from the guide in case of sudden braking or accident. As a result,
objects may be fired through the passenger compartment causing serious
injury or death.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 102 In the luggage
compartment: System
including rails, adjustable
attachment elements
and adjustable tightening
straps .
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WARNING
Baggage net supports that are not secured correctly can be released from
the guide in case of the sudden braking or accident. As a result, objects
may be fired through the passenger compartment causing serious injury or
death.
xAlways ensure that the baggage net supports are correctly inserted into
the rails; the red mark should not be visible.
xNever secure a child seat to the baggage net supports.
Caution
xThe baggage net supports placed on the rail system can be damaged
when folding down seats from the third row or putting them back into posi-
tion and these can also damage the seats themselves. Before folding down
or repositioning the seats, remove the baggage net supports from the rail
system.
Retaining hooks
On the right-hand side of the luggage compartment, there are folding
retaining hooks Ÿfig. 105 that can be used to secure light shopping bags.
xPress the retaining hooks down Ÿfig. 105 (arrow) and fold them.
xHook the bags in place.
xAfter use, raise the hooks again.
WARNING
Never use these hooks to secure objects. In case of sudden braking or an
accident, the hooks could rupture.
Caution
The hooks can support a maximum of 2.5 kg (about 5 lbs).
Fig. 105 In the luggage
compartment: retaining
hooks.