2010 Seat Ibiza ST ESP

Airbag system
38
– Check that the warning lamp “AIRBAG OFF” in the console does ⇒page 37, fig. 22 not light up when the ignition is switched on
⇒ .
WARNING
•The driver is responsible for the proper position of the key-operated
switch. •You should only deactivate the front passenger airbag when, in excep-
tional cases, you have to use a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger
seat ⇒page 39, “Child safety”.•Never install a child seat facing backwards on the front passenger seat
unless the front passenger airbag has been disabled. Otherwise, there is a
risk of death. If under exceptional circumstances it is necessary to trans-
port a child in a rear-facing child seat on the front passenger seat, you must
always disable the front passenger airbag.•As soon as the child seat is no longer needed on the front passenger
seat, enable the front passenger airbag again.•Only deactivate the passenger airbag when the ignition is off, other-
wise a fault may occur in the airbag system, which could cause the airbag
to not deploy properly or not deploy at all.•When the passenger airbag is deactivated, if the warning lamp AIRBAG
OFF is not continuously lit up when the front passenger airbag is disabled,
there may be a fault in the airbag system:
−Have the airbag system inspected immediately by a specialised
workshop.
− Do not use a child seat on the front passenger seat! The front
passenger airbag could be triggered despite the fact that there is a fault
in the system and, as a result, a child could sustain serious or fatal inju-
ries.
− It is unpredictable whether the front passenger airbag will deploy in
the event of an accident. Warn all your passengers of this.
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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Child safetyBrief introductionIntroduction
Statistics show that children are generally safer on the rear
seat than on the front passenger seat.For safety reasons we recommend that children under 12 years of age travel
on the rear seats. Depending on their age, height and weight, children trav-
elling on the rear seat must use a child seat or a seat belt. For safety reasons,
the child seat should be installed in the centre of the rear seat or behind the
front passenger seat.
The physical laws involved and the forces acting in a collision apply also to
children. ⇒page 19, “Why wear seat belts?”. But unlike adults, children do
not have muscle and bone structures fully developed. This means that chil-
dren are subject to a greater risk of injury.
To reduce this risk, children must always use special child restraint systems
when travelling in the vehicle.
We re co m m en d t he use o f child saf et y p rod uc ts fr om t he SE AT Ge nu ine Acces -
sories Programme, which includes systems for all ages made by “Peke”
2).
These systems have been especially designed and approved, complying with
the ECE-R44. regulation.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and observe any statutory require-
ments when installing and using child seats. Always read and note
⇒ page 39, “Safety notes on using child seats”. We recommend you to include the manufacturer’s Child Seat instruction
manual together with the on-board documentation.
Safety notes on using child seats
Proper use of child seats substantially reduces the risk of
injury in an accident!As the driver, you are responsible for any children you transport in
your vehicle.
– Protect your children by properly using the appropriate child
seats ⇒page 41.
– Always ensure that the seat belt is properly positioned according
to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child
seat.
– When travelling, do not allow children to distract you from traffic.
– Take breaks regularly during long trips. Take a break at least
every two hours.
WARNING
•Never install a child seat facing backwards on the front passenger seat
unless the front passenger airbag has been disabled. This could lead to a
risk of potentially fatal injuries to the child! However, if it is necessary, in
exceptional cases, to transport a child in the front passenger seat, the front
passenger airbag must always be disabled ⇒page 37, “Deactivating
2)Not for all countries
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40airbags*”. If the passenger seat has a height adjustment option, move it to
the highest position.•For those vehicles that do not include a key lock switch to disconnect
the airbag, the vehicle must be taken to a Technical Service.•All passengers, especially children, must assume the proper sitting
position and be properly be lted in while travelling.•Never hold children or babies on your lap, this can result in potentially
fatal injuries to the child!•Never allow a child to be transported in a vehicle without being properly
secured, or to stand up or kneel on a seat while travelling. In an accident,
the child could be flung through the vehicle, causing possibly fatal injuries
to themselves and to the other passengers.•If children assume an improper sitting position when the vehicle is
moving, they expose themselves to greater risk of injury in the event of a
sudden braking manoeuvre or in an accident. This is particularly important
if the child is travelling on the front passenger seat and the airbag system
is triggered in an accident; as this could cause serious injury or even death.•A suitable child seat can protect your child!•Never leave an unsupervised child alone on a child seat or in the
vehicle.•Depending on weather conditions, it may become extremely hot or cold
inside the vehicle. This can be fatal.•Children who are less than 1.5 metres tall must not wear a normal seat
belt without a child seat, as this could cause injuries to the abdominal and
neck areas during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in an accident.•Do not allow the seat belt to become twisted or jammed, or to rub on
any sharp edges.•Incorrectly worn seat belts can cause injuries even in a minor collision
or in sudden braking manoeuvres.
•The seat belt provides maximum protection only when the seat belt is
properly positioned ⇒page 22, “Seat belts”.•Only one child may occupy a child seat ⇒page 41, “Child seats”.
WARNING (continued)
WARNING (continued)
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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Operating InstructionsCockpitOverviewOverview of the dash panel
This overview will help you to familiarise yourself with the
controls and displays.
Door release lever
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light dimmer for instrument panel lighting* . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight range control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air vent
Lever for:
− turn signals/dipped beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− cruise control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel and warning lamps:
− Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn (only works when the ignition is on)/ and driver front
airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering and starter lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for:
− windscreen wiper/washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− rear window wiper/washer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− multifunction display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radio
Glove compartment/Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches for:
−
Heating and ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter / Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup holder/Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls on the centre console:
− Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Airbag disconnection warning light* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Tyre pressure control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Heated rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Heated seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Central locking* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− AUX connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear lever
− automatic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage space
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A1A2
91
A3
93
A4
93
A5A6
97
154
A7
51
58
A8
27
A9
136
A10
100
100 54
A11A12
112
A13
30
A14
125
128
131
A15
116
A16
115
A17
96
28
161 65
95
110 77
118
A18
150
A19
143
142
A20A21
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Technical Specifications
Vehicles with
service intervals dependent on time/distance travelled already
have certain service intervals set.
The intervals are calculated separately in vehicles with LongLife service Te ch-
nical progress has made it possible to considerably reduce servicing require-
ments. With the LongLife System, SEAT ensures that your vehicle only has an
interval service when it is necessary. To calculate this (max. two years), the
conditions under which the vehicle is used and the individual driving style
are also taken into account. The service pre-warning will appear at 20 days or
less prior to the corresponding service. The distance travelled is rounded off
to the nearest 100 km and the time to full days. The current service message
can only be consulted 500 km or more after the last service. Until that time,
only dashes are displayed.
Service warning
A service warning will appear when the ignition is switched on if a service is
due soon.
The instrument panel display will show the “spanner symbol”
 and the
“km” indication, along with a clock symbol with the days remaining until the
date of the next service. The figure indicated is the maximum number of kilo-
metres remaining before the date of the next service. The indication changes
after a few seconds. A “clock symbol” appears and the number of days until
the service appointment should be carried out.
Service
If a service is due, a gong signal will sound and the flashing “spanner”

symbol will be shown along with the fixed text SERVICE.
If no service is carried out following the indication on the instrument panel,
the excess distance travelled and the excess time following the SERVICE
warning will be displayed.
Reading the service message
The current service message can be consulted with the ignition on, the
engine switched off and the vehicle at a standstill:
•Press the button on the instrument panel as often as necessary until
the spanner symbol
 is displayed.
An overdue service is indicated by a minus sign in front of the mileage or day
information.
Resetting service interval display
If the service was not performed by a SEAT dealer, the display must be reset
as follows:
•Switch the ignition off.•Press and hold the button.•Switch ignition back on.•Release the button and press the button within 20 seconds.
Do not reset the display between service intervals, as the display will other-
wise be incorrect.
If the display is reset manually, the next service interval will be indicated after
15,000 km or one year and will not be calculated individually.Note
In LongLife Service vehicles, if the battery is disconnected for a long period,
the days remaining until the next service cannot be calculated. Therefore, the
service message indications may be incorrect. In this case, bear in mind the
maximum service intervals permitted in the ⇒Booklet “Service Schedule”.

0.0 / SET
0.0 / SET

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Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Item
Symbol
Meaning of indicator and
warning lamps
Further
information
%0#
Engine fault (petrol engine)
⇒ page 62
D
Glow plug system for diesel engine
If lit: glow plug system active
If flashing: engine fault
⇒page 62

Soot accumulation in the diesel
engine particulate filter
⇒page 62
E
Red:
Engine oil pressure
⇒ page 62
Yellow:
If flashing: engine oil sensor faulty
If it remains lit: insufficient engine
oil
“
Bulb defective
⇒ page 63


Rear fog light switched on
⇒page 63
h
Seat belt warning lamp*
⇒page 18
J
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) *
⇒page 63

If flashing: Electronic Stability Pro-
gramme (ESP) or the TCS is working
If it remains lit: ESP or TCS faulty
⇒ page 64
⇒ page 64
H
Handbrake applied,
lack of brake fluid level or
serious fault in the brake system
⇒page 65

Cruise control system switched on
⇒page 65
A1A1A2A3A4A5A6A7A8A9A10
~
Tyre pressure
⇒page 65
K
Selector lever lock (automatic gear-
box)
⇒page 66
z
Fuel level / reserve
⇒page 66
o
Doors open
⇒page 66

Tailgate o pe n
⇒page 67
T
Airbag or belt tensioner system fault
or airbag disabled
⇒page 28

Main beam switched on
⇒page 67
›
Start-Stop system switched off
⇒page 140

Electro-hydraulic steering
⇒page 67

Fault in the emission control system
⇒page 67
v
Coolant level / coolant temperature
⇒page 67
F
Alternator fault
⇒page 68
Item
Symbol
Meaning of indicator and
warning lamps
Further
information
A11A12A13A14A15A16A17A18A19A20A21A22
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WARNING
•Failure to observe warning lamps and warning messages can result in
serious personal injuries or damage to your vehicle.•The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Use a
warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users in order to
prevent danger to third parties.•The engine compartment is a dangerous area! Before you open the
bonnet to work on the engine or in the engine compartment, you must
switch the engine off and allow it to cool to reduce the risk of scalding or
other injuries. Read and observe the relevant warnings ⇒page 188.Note
•The appropriate warning lamp for a fault will light up in vehicles without
warning or information messages in the display.•In vehicles with warning or information texts on the screen, the appro-
priate warning lamp for a fault will light up and a warning or information
message will also appear on the screen.
Warning symbolsThere are red warning symbols (p riority 1) and yellow warning
symbols (priority 2)Warning reports, Priority 1 (red)
If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp will flash or light up and will
be accompanied by three audible warnings . This is a danger warning. Stop
the vehicle and switch off the engine. Check the fault and correct it. Obtain
professional assistance if necessary.
If several priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols will be
displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will continue
until the fault is corrected.
No menus will be shown in the display for the duration of a priority 1 warning
message.
Examples of priority 1 warning messages (red)•Brake system symbol
H with the warning message STOP BRAKE FLUID
SERVICE MANUAL or STOP BRAKE FAULT SERVICE MANUAL .
•Coolant symbol
v with the warning message STOP SEE COOLANT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
•Engine oil pressure symbol
E with the warning message STOP ENGINE
OIL PRESSURE LOW! INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
Warning reports, Priority 2 (yellow)
If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp lights up, and is accompanied
by one audible warning . Check the corresponding function as soon as
possible although the vehicle may be used without risk.
If several priority 2 warning messages are detected at the same time, the
symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time. After
a set time, the information text will disappear and the symbol will be shown
as a reminder at the side of the display.
l
If it stays lit: TCS disabled
⇒page 64
⇒ page 64

Turn signals in operation
⇒page 68
SAFE
Electronic immobiliser
⇒page 68
⇒ page 74
Item
Symbol
Meaning of indicator and
warning lamps
Further
information
A23
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Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
If the symbol flashes although the oil level is correct,
do not drive on. The
engine must not even run at idle speed. Obtain technical assistance.
Checking the oil level
E
If the warning lamp is yellow
E the engine oil level should be checked as
soon as possible. Top up the oil ⇒page 193 at the next opportunity.
Oil level sensor faulty*
E
If the
E yellow warning lamp flashes, take the vehicle to a specialised work-
shop to have the oil level sensor checked. Until then it is advisable to check
the oil level every time you refuel.
Bulb defect*
“
The indicator lights up when a bulb is not functioning.The
“ warning lamp lights up when there is a fault on the turn signals, head-
lights, side lights and fog lights.
Rear fog light*


This warning lamp lights up when the rear fog light is switched on

. For
further information see ⇒page 91.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)*
J
A warning lamp monitors the ABS.
The indicator lamp
J should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on. It goes out again after the system has run through an automatic
test sequence.
There is a fault in the ABS if:
•The warning lamp
J does not light up when the ignition is switched on.
•The warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds•The warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving
The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way, without the ABS function.
Take the vehicle to a specialised workshop as soon as possible. For further
information on the ABS go to ⇒page 160.
If there is a fault in the ABS, the ESP* and the tyre pressure warning lamp will
also light up.
Brake system fault
If the ABS warning lamp
J lights up together with the brake warning lamp
H, this indicates not only a fault in the ABS function, but also a possible fault
in the brake system ⇒.
WARNING
•Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on
⇒ page 188, “Working in the engine compartment”.•If the brake warning lamp
H should light up together with the ABS
warning lamp
J, stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid
level in the reservoir ⇒ page 200, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has
dropped below the “MIN” mark you must not drive on. Risk of accident.
Obtain technical assistance.
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