2010 Seat Alhambra ignition

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a
xAlways have damaged seatbelts replaced immediately by seat belts
approved for the vehicle in question by SEAT. Seat belts which have been
worn in an accident and stretched must be replaced by a qualified work-
shop. Renewal may be necessary even if there is no apparent damage. The
belt anchorage should also be checked.
xNever attempt to repair, modify or remove a seat belt yourself. All
repairs to seat belts, retractors and buckles must be carried out by a
specialist workshop.
Warning lamp
Some control and warning lamps on the instrument panel will come on to
check certain functions when the ignition is switched on. They will switch off
after a few seconds.
A signal will be heard for a maximum of 90 seconds if the seat belts are not
fastened as the car drives off and reaches a speed of more then 25 km/h or if
the seat belts are unfastened while the vehicle is in motion. The seat belt
warning lamp
h will also flash.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 3 Warning lamp on
the instrument panel
Lights up
or
flashesPossible causeSolution
h
Driver's seat belt not fastened
or front passenger's seat belt
not fastened if the front pas-
senger's seat is occupied.
Fasten seat belts!
hObjects on the front passen-
ger's seat.Remove any objects from the
front passenger's seat and store
them safely.
Fig. 4 Example of seat
belt status display for the
rear seats (here, a 7-seat
vehicle) on the instrument
panel. above the second
row and below the third
row of seats.

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The warning lamp h does not switch off until the driver and front passenger
fasten their seat belts while the ignition is switched on.
Seat belt status display for rear seats
The seat belt status display on the instrument panel informs the driver, when
the ignition is switched on, whether any passengers in the rear seats have
fastened their seat belts. The symbol
h indicates that the passenger in this
seat has fastened “his or her” seat belt Ÿpage 17, fig. 4.
The seat belt status is displayed for around 30 seconds when a seat belt in
the rear seats is fastened or unfastened. You can switch off this display by
pressing the button.
The seat belt status flashes for a maximum of 30 seconds when a seat belt in
the rear seats is unfastened while the vehicle is in motion. A signal will also
be heard if the vehicle is travelling at over 25 km/h.
The rear seat display can be enabled or disabled by a Technical Service.
WARNING
Unbuckled or badly buckled seat belts increase the risk of severe or even
fatal injuries. The optimal protection from seat belts can be achieved only
if you use them properly.
Why wear seat belts?
Frontal collisions and the laws of physics
0.0 / SET
Fig. 5 Vehicle about to hit
a wall: the occupants are
not wearing seat belts.
Fig. 6 The vehicle hits
the wall: the occupants
are not wearing seat
belts.

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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.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG
/&&  warning lamp does not remain lit or if it is
lit together with the control lamp T on the instrument panel and the front
passenger airbag is disabled, there may be a fault in the airbag system
Ÿ.
WARNING
In the event of a fault in the airbag system, the airbag may not trigger
correctly, may fail to trigger or may even trigger unexpectedly, leading to
severe or fatal injuries.
xHave the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist workshop.
Fig. 16 Warning lamp for
disabling the front
passenger airbag on the
instrument panel.
lights upDigitPossible causeSolution
TInstrument panelFault in airbag system and seat belt tensioners.Have the system checked immediately by a specialist
workshop.
/&& Dash panelFault in the airbag system.Have the system checked immediately by a specialist
workshop.
Front passenger airbag disabled.Check whether the airbag should remain disabled.

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xWhere applicable, mountings for the child seat upper retaining strap.
Situations in which the frontal, knee, side and curtain airbag does not
deploy:
xIf the ignition is switched off during the collision.
xIn frontal collisions when the deceleration measured by the control unit is
too low.
xIn minor side collisions.
xIn rear collisions.
xIn the event of the vehicle overturning.
xWhen the impact speed is lower than the reference value set in the control
unit.
Front airbags
Fig. 17 Location and deployment area of the front airbag
for the driver.

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xWhen driving, always hold the steering wheel on the outer edge of the
ring with both hands: 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position.
xAdjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between
your chest and the hub of the steering wheel. If you physical constitution
prevents you from meeting these requirements, make sure you contact a
specialist workshop.
xAdjust the front passenger's seat so there is as much distance as
possible between the front passenger and the dash panel.
Types of front passenger airbag systems
There are two different SEAT front passenger airbag systems:
Deactivating and activating the front passenger airbag using
the key switch
The front passenger airbag must be disabled when a rear-facing child seat is
mounted.
Disabling the front passenger airbag
xSwitch the ignition off.
AB
Characteristics of the front passen-
ger airbag that can only be disabled
in a specialist workshop.Characteristics of the front passen-
ger airbag that can be disabled man-
ually Ÿpage 36.
b Name: airbag systemb Name: airbag system with front
passenger airbag disabling.
b Warning lamp T on the instru-
ment panel.b Warning lamp T on the instru-
ment panel.
WARNING (continued)
b Front passenger airbag located in
the dash panel.
b Front passenger airbag located in
the dash panel.
b PASSENGER AIR BAG /&&  warn-
ing lamp on the instrument panel.
b Key switch in the glove compart-
ment on the front passenger side of
the dash panel.
Fig. 19 In the glove
compartment on the front
passenger side: key
switch for disabling and
enabling the front
passenger airbag.

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xOpen glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xUnfold the key shaft Ÿpage 78.
xTurn the key switch to OFF Ÿfig. 19 using the vehicle key.
xClose the glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xThe PASSENGER AIR BAG /&&  control lamp on the instrument panel will
remain lit while the ignition is switched on Ÿpage 31.
Enabling the front passenger airbag
xSwitch the ignition off.
xOpen glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xTurn the key switch to ON Ÿpage 36, fig. 19 using the vehicle key.
xClose the glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xCheck that the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF  control lamp on the instru-
ment panel does not light up while the ignition is switched on Ÿpage 31.
How to know whether the front passenger airbag is disabled
Disabling of the front passenger airbag is only indicated by the PASSENGER
AIR BAG
/&&  control lamp that remains lit on the instrument panel (/&& 
remains yellow) Ÿpage 31, “Warning lamp”.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG
/&&  control lamp on the centre console does not
remain lit or is lit in combination with the control lamp T on the instrument
panel, a child restraint system cannot be mounted on the front passenger's
seat for safety reasons. The front passenger airbag may deploy during an
accident.
WARNING
The front passenger airbag must only be disconnected in special cases.
xDisconnect and connect the front passenger airbag when the ignition is
switched off to avoid damage to the airbag system.
xIt is the driver's responsibility to ensure that the key operated switch is
set to the correct position.
xOnly disconnect the front passenger airbag when a child seat is to be
mounted under exceptional circumstances.
xAs soon as the child seat is no longer needed on the front passenger's
seat, reconnect the front passenger airbag.
WARNING (continued)

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Operating instructions
Cockpit
Overview
Overview of the dash panel
This overview will help you to familiarise yourself with the
controls and displays.
Door release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking button 0 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for adjusting the exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior mirror adjustment , 2 
Heated exterior mirrors ?
Folding exterior mirrors #
Instrument panel controls and lighting control  . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp range adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light switch “. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light off --
Automatic headlight control -!54/-
Side/dipped lights  
Fog lights

Controls on the multi-function steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . .
Volume control for radio, navigation system and phone
conversations & – '
Radio mute or voice control activation Activate telephone main menu or accept an incoming
call -
SEAT information system control buttons ƒ, „, OK, E
Lever for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main beam headlights 
Headlight flasher 
Turn signals 
Parking lights 
Instrument panel:
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn (works only when the ignition is on)/Front driver airbag
Windscreen wiper/ windscreen wash lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wipers ()'( – ,/7
Intermittent wipe
u
“Brief wipe” x
Windscreen wipers U
Automatic windscreen wash/wipe W
Rear window wiper Z
Automatic rear window wash/wipe \
Lever with buttons for controlling the SEAT information
system 42)0- , /+/2%3%4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Left seat heating controls A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A192
A283
A3130
A4113
A5113
A6113
A770
A8113
A9
64
64
61
A1033
A11124
70
A12137

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Radio or navigation system (fitted at factory) ŸBooklet
“Radio” or ŸBooklet “Navigation system”
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard warning lights switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches for:
Climatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Right seat heating controls A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Button for:
Anti-slip regulation (ASR) « /&&. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start/stop operation › . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking distance warning system (Park Pilot) '. . . . . . . .
Parking aid system (Park Assist) i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre pressure monitor ~ 3%4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running gear dynamic control (DCC) #/-&/24 – Q – 30/24 . .
Opening the tailgate ˜. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening and closing of electric sliding doors ¼ . . . . . . .
Locking lever to open glove compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Position of passenger front airbag on the instrument panel .
Key-operated switch in glove box for deactivating front
passenger's airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger front airbag off warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for:
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Volt socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Hold Switch !54/-(/,$. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic parking brake switch G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter button (with KESSY starter and close system) . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column adjustment lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse box cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for:
Cruise control system (GRA) /&& – #!.#%, – /. – 2%35-% /
-30%%$- / -3%4- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Open bonnet lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls for:
Electric windows
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Childproof locks r. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note
xSome of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certain
models/model years or are optional extras.
xIn versions with the steering wheel on the right, the layout of the control
elements is somewhat different. But the symbols assigned to the controls
correspond to the symbols used in the versions with the steering wheel on
the left
A13
A14162
A15345
A16
179
179
A17137
A18
210
221
225
229
245
243
97
92
A19162
A2033
A2133
A2233
A23
201
201
A24175
A25221
A26210
A27195
A28195
A29201A3010
A31356
A32
239
A33304
A34
102
92