2011 Seat Alhambra window

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Lights and visibility
Windscreen wiper lever Fig. 66 Using the
wind
s
creen wipers. Fig. 67 Using the rear
windo
w w

ipers. Move the lever to the required position ⇒  :
0
OFF Windscreen wiper off.
1
 Intermittent windscreen wipers wipe.
Us
in

g the control ⇒ fig. 66 A adjust the interval (vehicles
without the r
ain sensor), or the sensitivity of the rain sensor. 2
LOW Slow wipe.
3
HIGH Continuous wipe.
4

x Brief wipe - short wipe. Hold the lever down for more time to
incr
e

ase the wipe frequency. 5
 Automatic wipe for cleaning windscreens with the lever up.
6
 Intermittent wipe for rear window. The rear wiper will wipe the
windo
w ap

proximately every 6 seconds. 7
 Automatic wipe for cleaning rear windows with the lever
pre
s

sed. CAUTION
If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are on, the wind-
sc r

een wipers carry on wiping at the same level when the ignition is switch-
ed back on. Ice, snow and other obstacles may damage the windscreen wip-
er and the wiper motor. Note
● The windscreen wipers will only function when the ignition is switched
on and the bonnet or t

ailgate are closed.
● The intermittent wiper speed varies according to the vehicle speed. The
fas

ter the vehicle is moving, the more often the windscreen is cleaned.
● The rear wiper is automatically switched on when the windscreen wiper
is c

onnected and the car is in reverse gear. 

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Lights and visibility
● Damaged blades: A film of water on the damaged blades may lengthen
the activ ation time, r
educe the washing intervals or result in a fast and con-
tinuous wipe.
● Insects: insects on the sensor may trigger the windscreen wipers.
● Salt on roads: in winter, salt spread in the roads may cause an extra
long wipe when the w
indscreen is almost dry.
● Dirt: dry dust, wax, coating on glass (Lotus effect) or traces of detergent
(car wa
sh) may reduce the effectiveness of the rain sensor or make it react
more slowly, later or not at all.
● Cracked windscreen: the impact of a stone will trigger a single wipe cy-
cle w
ith the rain sensor on. Next the rain sensor detects the reduction in the
sensitive surface area and adapts accordingly. The behaviour of the sensor
will vary with the size of the damage caused by the stone. WARNING
The rain sensor may not detect enough rain to switch on the wipers.
● If necessary, switch on the wipers manually when water on the wind-
sc r

een obstructs visibility. Note
● Clean the sensitive surface of the rain sensor regularly and check the
b l

ades for damage ⇒ fig. 70 (arrow).
● To remove wax and coatings, we recommend a window cleaner contain-
ing alcoho
l. Checking and topping up the windscreen washer bottle
with wat

er Fig. 71 In the engine
comp
ar

tment: wind-
screen washer bottle top.
Check the water level in the windscreen washer bottle regularly and top up
as r
equired.
● Open the bonnet  ⇒ pag
e 275.
● The washer bottle is marked with the symbol  on the lid ⇒ fig. 71.
● Check there is enough water in the bottle.
● To top up, mix water with a window cleaner recommended by SEAT ⇒  .
Ple a

se follow the instructions for use found on the packaging.
● In cold weather, a special antifreeze should also be added to prevent
the water fr
om freezing ⇒  .
Bottle c ap
acity
The bottle holds approximately 3.0 litres; in vehicles with headlight washer,
it is approximately 7.0 litres. Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Data

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Lights and visibility WARNING
Never mix an unsuitable antifreeze or other similar products with the
wind s
creen washer water. A greasy layer may be formed on the wind-
screen which will impair visibility.
● Use clean water with a window cleaner recommended by SEAT.
● If necessary, add a suitable antifreeze to the water bottle. CAUTION
● Do not mix cleaning products recommended by SEAT with other prod-
ucts. Thi

s could lead to flocculation and may block the windscreen washer
jets.
● When topping up service fluids, make absolutely certain that you fill the
fluids int
o the correct reservoirs. Failure to observe this point will result in
serious malfunctions and engine damage! 
Rear vision mirror
Intr oduction Additional information and warnings:
●
Personal convenience settings in the SEAT information system
⇒  pag
e 62
● Se

at memory ⇒ page 117
● Ch

anging gear ⇒ page 174
● Br

aking, stopping and parking ⇒ page 183 WARNING
The automatic anti-dazzle rear vision mirror contains an electrolytic fluid
which m a

y leak if the mirror is broken. This fluid can cause irritation to
the skin, eyes and respiratory organs.
● The electrolytic fluid may cause irritation to the skin, eyes and respi-
rator
y organs, particularly in individuals suffering from asthma or other
illnesses. Make sure that adequate quantities of fresh air enter and leave
the vehicle if it is not possible to open all the doors and windows.
● If the electrolytic fluid comes into contact with eyes or skin, wash the
area f
or at least 15 minutes with plenty of water, and seek medical ad-
vice.
● If the electrolytic fluid comes into contact with shoes or clothing,
wash the ar
ea for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. Wash shoes
and clothing before wearing them again.
● If the electrolytic fluid is swallowed, wash the mouth with plenty of
water f
or at least 15 minutes. Do not try to provoke vomiting unless rec-
ommended by a Doctor. Seek medical advice immediately. CAUTION
If an automatic anti-dazzle rear vision mirror is broken, the electrolytic fluid
ma y

leak out. This fluid attacks plastic surfaces. Therefore, it should be
cleaned as fast as possible with a damp sponge or similar. 

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Lights and visibility
Rear vision mirror Fig. 72 Manual anti-daz-
zl
e f
unction for rear vi-
sion mirror Fig. 73 Automatic anti-
dazz
l

e function for rear
vision mirror
The driver should always adjust the rear vision mirror to permit adequate
vis
ibility through the rear window. Manual anti-dazzle function for rear vision mirror
●
Basic position: point the lever at the bottom of the mirror forwards.
● Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-dazzle function ⇒ fig. 72.
Automatic
anti-dazzle function for interior mirror
Legend for the fig. 73:
warning lamp
Control
Light incidence sensor
This function can be activated and deactivated by pressing the rear vision
mirror switch 2 . When it is activated, the warning lamp lights up
1 .
When the ignition is on, the sen

sor 3 automatically moves the rear vision
mirr or t

o the anti-dazzle position depending upon the incidence of the light
from behind.
The automatic anti-dazzle function is deactivated when reverse gear is en-
gaged 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 su n b

linds, the rear vision mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function will
not operate correctly. 
1 2
3
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Seats and storage compartments WARNING
When the vehicle is not in use or being watched, always lock the doors
and the tai l
gate to reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
● Do not leave children unwatched, especially when the tailgate is
open. Childr
en could climb into the luggage compartment, close the tail-
gate from inside and be unable to escape themselves. This could lead to
serious injury or death.
● Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle.
● Never transport people in the luggage compartment. WARNING
Unsecured or incorrectly secured objects can cause serious injury in case
of a s ud

den manoeuvring or breaking or in case of an accident. This is es-
pecially true when objects are struck by a detonating airbag and fired
through the vehicle interior. To reduce the risks, please note the follow-
ing:
● Secure all objects in the vehicle. Always keep equipment and heavy
obj

ects in the luggage compartment.
● Always secure objects with suitable rope or straps so that they can-
not enter the ar
eas around the frontal or side airbags in case of sudden
braking or an accident.
● While driving, always keep object compartments closed. WARNING (Continued)
● Do not place hard, heavy or sharp objects inside the passenger com-
p ar

tment, in open storage compartments, the rear shelf or on the dash-
board.
● Remove hard, heavy and sharp objects from clothes and pockets in-
side the v
ehicle and store securely. WARNING
The transport of heavy object changes vehicle handling and increases
brak in

g distance. Heavy loads that have not been stored or secured cor-
rectly could cause loss of control and result in serious injury.
● The vehicle handling changes when transporting heavy objects due
to a ch
ange in the centre of gravity.
● Distribute the load as uniformly and as low down on the vehicle as
poss
ible.
● Store heavy objects in the luggage compartment as far from the rear
axle a
s possible. CAUTION
● Hard objects on the shelf could chafe the wires of the heating element
and ant enn

a of the rear window and cause damage.
● The side window antenna could be damaged due to chafing from ob-
jects. Note
The ventilating slits between the heated rear window and the shelf must not
be co v

ered so that used air can escape from the vehicle. 

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Seats and storage compartments
Storage compartments
Introduction Storage compartments must only be used to store light or small objects.
The front
c
entral armrest compartment houses the factory-fitted AUX-IN or
multimedia (MEDIA-IN) connection sockets.
The factory-fitted CD changer is located in the left-hand storage compart-
ment of the luggage compartment.
Additional information and warnings:
● Child seats (accessories) ⇒ page 39
● L

uggage compartment ⇒ page 125
● C

are and cleaning of the vehicle interior ⇒ page 249
● ⇒ 

Bookl et Radio or ⇒ Booklet navigation system WARNING
In the event of sudden braking movements or turns, loose objects may be
thro wn ar

ound the vehicle interior. This could cause serious injuries to
passengers and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
● Do not transport animals or place hard, heavy or sharp objects inside
the vehic
le in: open storage compartments, instrument panel, storage
tray, items of clothing or bags.
● While driving, always keep object compartments closed. WARNING
Objects falling into the driver's footwell could prevent use of the pedals.
This c

ould lead the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the
risk of a serious accident.
● Make sure the pedals can be used at all times, with no objects rolling
underneath them.
● The floor m

at should always be secured to the floor.
● Never place other mats or rugs on top of the original mat supplied by
the factor
y.
● Make sure that no objects can fall into the driver's footwell while the
vehicl
e is in motion. CAUTION
● Objects on the shelf could chafe against the wires of the heating ele-
ment in the r

ear window and cause damage.
● Do not keep heat-sensitive objects, food or medicines inside the vehi-
cle. He
at and cold could damage them or render them useless.
● Light-transparent objects placed inside the vehicle, such as lenses,
magnify
ing glasses or transparent suction caps on the windows, could con-
centrate the sun's rays and cause damage to the vehicle. Note
The ventilating slits between the heated rear window and the shelf must not
be co v

ered so that used air can escape from the vehicle. Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Data

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Seats and storage compartments WARNING
Improper use of the sockets or electrical devices could lead to a fire and
cau se seriou
s injuries.
● Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. The sockets and
equipment connect
ed to them can be used when the ignition is switched
on.
● Should a connected electrical device overheat, switch it off and un-
plug it immedi
ately. CAUTION
● To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical system, never connect equip-
ment th

at generates electrical current, such as solar panels or battery charg-
ers, to the 12 Volt sockets in order to charge the vehicle's battery.
● Only use accessories with approved electromagnetic compatibility ac-
cordin
g to current regulations.
● To avoid damage due to voltage variations, switch off all appliances con-
nected to the 12
V sockets before switching the ignition on or off and before
starting the engine.
● Never connect an appliance to the 12 Volt socket that consumes more
than the pow
er indicated in watts. Exceeding the maximum power absorp-
tion could damage the vehicle's electrical system. For the sake of the environment
Do not leave the engine running when the vehicle is at a standstill. Note
● Using electrical appliances with the engine stopped and the ignition
sw it

ched on will drain the battery.
● Unshielded equipment can cause interference on the radio equipment
and the vehic
le's electrical system.
● Interference can occur on the radio's AM waveband if electrical applian-
ces

are used near the rear window aerial. 

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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning Climate Control
Introduction Viewing Climatronic information
The fact
or
y-fitted radio or navigation system screen briefly displays informa-
tion relating to Climatronic.
The units of temperature measurement is displayed on the factory-installed
radio or navigation system and, depending on the vehicle equipment, can
be set using the Configuration menu on the instrument panel.
Additional information and warnings:
● SEAT information system ⇒ page 62
● W

indscreen wash system ⇒ page 105
● Aux

iliary heating ⇒ page 163
● C

aring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒ page 242WARNING
Reduced visibility through the windows increases the risk of serious acci-
dents.
● Ens

ure that all windows are free of ice and snow and that they are not
fogg
ed up preventing a clear view of everything outside.
● The maximum heat output required to defrost windows quickly is only
avail
able when the engine has reached its normal running temperature.
Only drive when you have good visibility. WARNING (Continued)
● Always ensure that you use the climate control and heated rear win-
do w t

o maintain good visibility.
● Never leave the air recirculation on for a long period of time. If the
coolin
g mode is switched off and air recirculation mode switched on, the
windows can mist over very quickly, considerably limiting visibility.
● Switch air recirculation mode off when it is not required. WARNING
Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and reduce driver concentration
pos s

ibly resulting in a serious accident.
● Never leave the fresh air fan turned off or use the air recirculation for
long periods
of time; the air inside the passenger compartment will not
be refreshed. CAUTION
● Switch the climate control system off if you think it may be broken. This
w i

ll avoid additional damage. Have the climate control system checked by a
Technical Service.
● Repairs to the climate control system require specialist knowledge and
speci
al tools. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service.
● Do not smoke when air recirculation is switched on in vehicles with a cli-
mate c
ontrol system. The smoke taken in could lie on the cooling system va-
poriser and on the activated charcoal cartridge of the dust and pollen filter,
leading to a permanently unpleasant smell. Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Data