2010 Seat Alhambra jacking

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a
Jacking points for raising vehicle
Always use the jacking points indicated in the figures Ÿfig. 167 and
Ÿfig. 168 when raising the vehicle. If the vehicle is not lifted at these points,
it could be seriously damaged Ÿ or lead to serious injury Ÿ.The vehicle should not be lifted using lifting platforms with lift pads
containing fluid.
When raising a vehicle using a platform or jack, a series of precautionary
measures are required. Never raise the vehicle with a lifting platform or jack
unless you have received training in how to do so and know how to lift the
vehicle safely.
Notes on raising the vehicle with a jack Ÿpage 342.
WARNING
The improper use of the lifting platform or the jack when raising the vehicle
may result in accidents or serious injury.
xBefore raising the vehicle, please observe the manufacturer's instruc-
tions for the platform or jack, and the legal requirements, where appli-
cable.
xThere should not be anyone inside the vehicle when it is being raised or
once it is in the air.
xOnly use the jacking points indicated in the figures Ÿfig. 167 and
Ÿfig. 168 when raising the vehicle. If the vehicle is not lifted at the indi-
cated points, it may fall from the platform while the engine or gearbox is
being dismounted, for example.
xThe jacking points should be centrally aligned and firmly positioned on
the platform support plates.
xNever start the engine when the vehicle is raised! The vehicle may fall
from the platform due to the engine vibrations.
xIf it is necessary to work underneath the vehicle while it is raised, you
should check that the supporting stands have an adequate load capacity.
xNever climb onto the lifting platform.
xAlways make sure that the weight of the vehicle does not exceed the
lifting platform load capacity.
Fig. 167 Front jacking
points for raising vehicle
with lifting platform or
jack.
Fig. 168 Rear jacking
points for raising vehicle
with lifting platform or
jack.

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Raising the vehicle with the jack
The jack may be applied only at the jacking points shown (marks on chassis)
Ÿfig. 192. The mark indicates the jacking points below the vehicle. The jacking points are on the ribs behind the front edges Ÿfig. 193. Always the
relevant jacking point for the wheel to be changed Ÿ.
Fig. 192 Jack position
points
Fig. 193 : jack mounted on the left front part of the
vehicle : jack mounted on the left rear part of the
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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a Raise the vehicle using only the designated jacking points.
Check list
For your own safety and that of other passengers, the following points should
be observed in the order given Ÿ:
1. Select a suitable flat and firm surface for raising the vehicle.
2. Switch off the engine, engage a gear (manual gearbox) or place the
selector lever in position P Ÿpage 201 and turn on the electronic
parking brake Ÿpage 210.
3. When towing a trailer: unhook the trailer from the towing vehicle and
park it correctly.
4. Loosen the wheel bolts on the wheel to be changed Ÿpage 340.
5. Look below the vehicle for the jacking point Ÿpage 342, fig. 192
closest to the tyre which has to be changed.
6. Raise the jack with the handle until it can be inserted below the jacking
point.
7. Ensure that the foot of the jack is firmly on the ground and that it is
placed immediately below the lifting point on the vehicle Ÿpage 342,
fig. 193.
8. Straighten the jack and continue raising it using the handle until the claw
holds the vertical reinforcement beneath the vehicle Ÿpage 342,
fig. 193.
9. Raise the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground.
WARNING
If the vehicle is not correctly raised, it could fall off the jack causing serious
injury. Please observe the following rules to minimise the risk of injury:
xYou should only use a jack approved by SEAT for your vehicle. Other
jacks, even those approved for other SEAT models, might slip out of place.
xThe ground should be firm and flat. If the ground is sloped or soft then
the vehicle could slip and fall off the jack. If necessary, support the jack on
a wide solid base.
xIf the ground is slippery (for example, on tiles), place a non-slip surface
(for example a floor mat) beneath the jack to avoid slipping.
xOnly fit the jack at the prescribed jacking points. The claw of the jack
should grip the reinforcement nerve on the underbody Ÿpage 342,
fig. 193.
xYou should never have any limbs beneath a raised vehicle which is only
supported by a jack.
xIf you have to work underneath the vehicle, you must use suitable
stands additionally to support the vehicle, there is a risk of accident!.
xNever raise the vehicle if it is tilting to one side or the engine is running.
xNever start the engine when the vehicle is raised. The vehicle may come
loose from the jack due to the engine vibrations.
WARNING
Failure to follow the checklist prepared for your own safety could lead to
accidents and severe injuries.
xAlways complete the operations given in the checklist and observe the
general rules of safety.
WARNING (continued)

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Changing a wheel
Removing the wheel
xPlease observe the check list Ÿpage 339.
xLoosen the wheel bolts Ÿpage 340.
xJacking up the vehicle Ÿpage 342.
xUsing the hexagonal socket in the wheel brace Ÿfig. 194, unscrew the
slackened wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface.
xTake off the wheel.
Putting on the spare wheel
Check the direction of rotation of the tyre Ÿpage 325.
xFit the wheel.
xScrew on the anti-theft locking bolt with the adapter in position
Ÿpage 340, fig. 191 or clockwise and tighten gently.
xReplace the other wheel bolts and tighten slightly using the hexagonal
socket on the end of the wheel brace.
xLower the car with the jack.
xTighten all of the wheel bolts clockwise Ÿ. Tighten the bolts in diag-
onal pairs (not in a circle).
xPut the caps, trim or full hubcap back on Ÿpage 336.
WARNING
If the wheel bolts are not treated suitably or not tightened to the correct
torque then this could lead to loss of vehicle control and to a serious acci-
dent.
xAll the wheel bolts and hub threads should be clean and free of oil and
grease. The wheel bolts should be easily tightened to the correct torque.
xThe hexagonal socket in the wheel brace should be used for turning
wheel bolts only. Do not use it to loosen or tighten the wheel bolts.
After changing the wheel
xClean the wheel brace, if necessary and put it away in the luggage
compartment Ÿpage 353.
xHave the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as
possible with a torque wrench Ÿpage 341.
Note
If the vehicle is fitted with a tyre monitoring system, this should be “repro-
grammed” if necessary whenever a tyre is changed Ÿpage 248.
Fig. 194 Changing the
wheel: loosen wheel bolts
with the socket at the end
of the wheel brace.
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