2010 Seat Altea XL technical data

Lights and visibility131
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Synchronised mirror adjustment
1. Turn the control to the position L ( left exterior mirror ).
2. Turn the rotary knob to positi on the mirror so that you have a
good view to the rear of the vehicle. The right exterior mirror will
be adjusted at the same time (synchronised).
WARNING
•The rear view convex or aspheric mirror increase the field of vision
however the objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors. If you
use these mirrors to estimate the distance to vehicles behind you when
changing lane, you could make a mistake. Risk of accident.•If possible, use the interior mirror to estimate distances to vehicles
behind you.•Make sure that you do not get your finger trapped between the mirror
and the mirror base when folding back the mirrors. Risk of injury!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
•If the electrical adjustment ever fails to operate, the mirrors can be
adjusted by hand by lightly pressing the edge of the mirror glass.•In vehicles with electric wing mirrors, the following points should be
observed: if, due to an external force (e.g. a knock while manoeuvring), the
adjustment of the mirror housing is altered, the mirror will have to be
completely folded electrically. Do not readjust the mirror housing by hand, as
this will interfere with the mirror adjuster function.
•The rear view mirrors can be adjusted separately or simultaneously, as
described before.•The wing mirrors folding function does not activate with speeds higher
than 40 km/h.
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Head restraintsCorrect adjustment of head restraints
Properly adjusted head restraints are an important part of
passengers protection and can reduce the risk of injuries in
most accident situations.
– Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same
level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same
level as the top of your head and, at minimum, at eye level
⇒fig. 92 and ⇒ fig. 93.Adjusting the head restraints ⇒page 134.
WARNING
•Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted
increases the risk of severe injuries.•Improperly adjusted head restraints could lead to death in the event of
a collision or accident.•Incorrectly adjusted head restraints also increase the risk of injury
during sudden or unexpected driving or braking manoeuvres.•The head restraints must always be adjusted according to the
passenger's height.
Fig. 92 Front view: head
restraints and seat belts
correctly adjusted
Fig. 93 Side view: head
restraints and seat belts
correctly adjusted
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Seats and stowage135
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Front seatsAdjustment of the front seatsThe control elements in ⇒fig. 95 are mirrored for the front right-
hand seat.
Adjusting the seat forwards and backwards
– Pull up the grip and move the seat forwards or backwards.
– Then release the grip and move the seat further until the catch engages.
Adjusting the seat height*
– Pull the lever up or push down (several times if necessary) from its home position. This adjust s the seat height in stages. Adjusting the backrest angle
– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel.
Adjusting the lumbar support*
– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel to adjust the lumbar support.
The backrest curvature of the cushioned area is determined by the settings
made in the lumbar region. This supports the natural curvature of the spine
very effectively.
WARNING
•Never adjust the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in
motion. While adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting
position. Risk of fatal accidents. Adjust the driver or front passenger seat
only when the vehicle is stationary.•To reduce the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger in case of
a sudden braking or an accident, ne ver drive with the backrest tilted
towards the rear. The maximum protection of the seat belt can be achieved
only when the backrests are in an upright position and the driver and front
passenger have properly adjusted their seat belts. The further the back-
rests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to improper
positioning of the belt web!•Exercise caution when securing the seat height into forwards/back-
wards position. Injuries can be caused if the backrest is tilted without due
care and attention.
Fig. 95 Front left seat
controls
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Rear seat benchSeat adjustment
The seats may be moved forwards or backwards independently. The
movement can be 1/3 or 2/3 of the seat. There are various possible
positions.
Adjusting reach
– In the seated position, unlock the lever in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 98 .
– Move the seat cushion forwards or backwards to the desired position.
Backrest angle adjustment
– Hold the backrest at the top. Pull the loop on the side of the seat ⇒fig. 99 in the direction of the arrow and hold the loop in
this position. Push the backrest to the required position and
release the loop.
WARNING
•Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stationary. Otherwise, your
seat could move unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving. This could
increase the risk of an accident and therefore, injury.•Do not push the seatbacks down until the seat is moved, this is to avoid
damage to the centre console.•Ensure that the seat, once moved, is fixed in position.Note
•In order to maintain the maximum luggage compartment space, put the
seatbacks in position normal, without moving.•In order to maintain the maximum space without putting the seatbacks
down, move the seats forward to the desired position.
Fig. 98 For unlocking the
rear seatFig. 99 Rear seat back-
rest angle adjustment
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Stowage compartmentsStowage compartment on the front passenger sideThe compartment can be opened by pulling the lever ⇒fig. 102 .
WARNING
Always keep the stowage compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in
motion in order to reduce the risk of injury caused by a sudden braking or
by an accident.
Centre arm rest at front with stowage area
There is a stowage area in the armrest.– To open the stowage area, lift the armrest up in the direction of
the arrow ⇒fig. 103 and then lift the cover.
– To access the CD loader* or the lower stowage area, pull on the armrest cover without pressing on the button.
– To close the stowage area, push the armrest down.
WARNING
Always keep the stowage area closed while the vehicle is in motion to
reduce the risk of injury from the armrest during a sudden braking
manoeuvre or in the event of an accident.
Fig. 102 Passenger side:
stowage compartment
Fig. 103 Front armrest
with stowage area
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WARNING
•The folding tables may not be folded down whilst the vehicle is in
motion and anyone is seated on the second row of seats. There is a risk on
injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre! The table must therefore be
closed and properly secured whilst the vehicle is in motion.•Never place hot drinks in the drink holders. During normal or sudden
driving manoeuvres, sudden braking or an accident, the hot drink could be
spilled. Danger of scalding.Caution
When driving, do not leave open cans in the cup holders. The drink might be
spilt on braking, for example, and could damage the vehicle.Roof stowage compartment*
There are four stowage compartments in the roof
– Press the button on the cover to open these compartments ⇒fig. 106 . The cover will then open.
– To close the cover, press it up until it engages.
WARNING
Always keep the stowage area cover closed while the vehicle is in motion
to reduce the risk of injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the
event of an accident and to prevent any items from being thrown through
the vehicle interior.
Fig. 106 Roof stowage
compartments
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Luggage compartment retaining net
There is a retaining net in the luggage compartment for
securing objects.– Use the fastening rings located on the side of the luggage
compartment to attach the retaining net ⇒fig. 109 .
Note•The folding table is designed for a maximum load of 50 kg. For heavier
loads fold up the table and remove.•Do not exceed the maximum authorised weight for the vehicle
⇒ page 287.
Other stowage areasOther stowage areas can be found:•in the centre console,•in the door trims (front and rear),•in the side trims of the luggage compartment,•in the spare wheel recess in the luggage compartment (only on vehicles
with an optional anti-puncture kit*.
The clothes hooks are located on the rear roof handles.WARNING
•Do not store loose objects on the dashboard. These objects could be
flung through the passenger compartment when the vehicle is moving (e.g.
while accelerating, braking or cornering) and distract the driver. Risk of
accident.•Ensure that no objects can fall from the centre console or other stowage
areas into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. In the event of a
sudden braking manoeuvre, you will not be able to use the brake, clutch or
accelerator. Risk of accident.•Clothing hung on the coat hooks must not restrict the driver's view.
Risk of accident. The coat hooks are intended only for use with light arti-
cles of clothing. Do not leave any hard, sharp or heavy objects in hanging
articles of clothing. During sudden braking manoeuvres or accidents, espe-
cially those involving airbag deployment, these objects could injure the
vehicle occupants.
Fig. 109 Retaining net
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Opening and closing the armrest*/ drink holder*
– To open, pull the loop in the direction of the arrow ⇒page 144,
fig. 111 .
– To close, lift the Drink holder*/ armrest* in the direction of the arrow ⇒page 144, fig. 112 .
WARNING
Ensure that the load in the luggage compartment is correctly secured with
the retainer net when travelling with the armrest down ⇒page 143.Multi-purpose* mobile stowag e compartment - Fitting and removal
This stowage compartment may only be placed in the central
area of the rear seat
Fitting mobile stowage compartment
– Fold down the small section of the rear seat back rest, in order to
access the large section of the back rest.
– Fit the mobile stowage compartment mounting plate ⇒fig. 114 from the inside of the vehicle, through the rear section
of the seat. It should be fitted between the back rest and the
seat, in the central seat area.
– Push the plate until it clips the cushion frame. The rings of the mobile stowage compartment mounting plate appear at the front
of the seat.
– If it is difficult to make the plate clip, tilt the rear back rest of the large section forwards slightly and then lean the back rest back-
wards to make the fitting of the mobile stowage compartment
onto the mounting plate easier.
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Fig. 113 Mobile stowage
compartment Installation
Fig. 114 Mobile stowage
compartment mounting
plate
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