2011 Seat Altea technical specifications

Seats and storage compartments147
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Storage in the luggage compartment*
There is a variable storage area* in the luggage compartment
floor.
– Lift the luggage compartment floor and fold it back all the way
⇒fig. 106 .
– Fit the separator ⇒fig. 107 , into the side grooves depending
on the size of the objects to be transported. The on-board tool kit
and the spare wheel are located underneath the luggage
compartment.
Note•Do not exceed the maximum authorised weight for the vehicle
⇒ page 291.Luggage compartment net*
There is a retaining net in the luggage compartment for
securing objects.
Fig. 106 Foldable
luggage compartment
coverFig. 107 Luggage
compartment divider
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Fig. 108 Retaining net
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•Never use rigid materials (for example, glass or ceramic), these could
cause injury in the case of an accident.
Rear drink holder*/ Armrest*
Opening and closing the armrest*/ drink holder*
– To open, pull the loop in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 110
.
– To close, lift the Drink holder*/ armrest* in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 111 .
WARNING
Ensure that the load in the luggage compartment is correctly secured with
the retainer net when travelling with the armrest down ⇒page 147.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 110 Opening the
rear drink holders
Fig. 111 Rear
armrest/drink holder
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Multi-purpose mobile storage compartment* - General information
This storage compartment may only be placed in the central
area of the rear seat
Opening
– Lift the cover , in area ⇒fig. 114 .
Closing
– Push the cover down, until it clips into place.Uses of the mobile storage compartment•The front open glove compartment may be used to store small objects
that will not damage passengers in the event that the objects are flung
around the interior of the vehicle.•The cup holders are used for holding drink cans or cups.•The elastic belt on the side may be used for keeping papers and maga-
zines.•The tables may be used as a support for writing.
To use the table ⇒ fig. 115, it must be removed from its compartment in
the side of the mobile storage compartment and fitted into slot ⇒fig. 115
on the front section of the mobile storage compartment.
The table in the right-hand compartment is fitted in the left-hand slot of the
front of the mobile storage compartment and the table in the left-hand
compartment is fitted in the right-hand slot.
The tables have two positions for use and cannot be interchanged.WARNING
•The mobile storage compartment supports a maximum load of 5 kg. Do
not overload.•Do not drive when the cover of the mobile storage compartment is
open.•Do not drive when the tables are set up for use.
Fig. 114 Mobile storage
compartment. OpeningFig. 115 Mobile storage
compartment. Functions
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Cigarette lighter* – Press on the cigarette lighter ⇒fig. 117 to activate it ⇒.
– Wait for the lighter to pop out slightly.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the cigarette on the glowing coil.
WARNING
•Improper use of the cigarette lighter ca n lead to serious injuries or start
a fire.•Using the lighter carefully. Carelessness or negligence when using the
cigarette lighter can cause burns, risk of injury.•The lighter only works when the ignition is turned on or the engine is
running. To avoid the risk of fire, never leave children alone inside the
vehicle.
Electrical sockets
Electrical equipment can be connected to any of the 12 volt
sockets.Electrical accessories may be connected to the 12 volt power point in the front
centre console ⇒fig. 118 and in the luggage compartment*. The appliances
connected to each power point must not exceed a power rating of 120 Watt.
WARNING
The power sockets and the connected accessories will only operate when
the ignition is on or when the engine is running. Improper use of the
sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a fire.
To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children alone inside the vehicle.
Note
•The use of electrical appliances with the engine switched off will cause a
battery discharge.
Fig. 117 The cigarette
lighter is located in the
electric socket on the
front of the centre console
Fig. 118 Electric socket,
centre console, front
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MEDIA-IN* connectorFor information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio
handbook.
First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire
extinguisherWarning triangleThe warning triangle* is located in a storage compartment under the rear
shelf ⇒fig. 122 .
Note
•The warning triangle is not part of the vehicle’s standard equipment.First-aid kit and fire extinguisherThe first-aid kit* is located in a storage box on the left side of the luggage
compartment.
Fig. 121 Connection in
central armrest compart-
ment
Fig. 122 Warning
triangle storage under the
rear cover
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Rear shelfRemoving the shelf
– Unhook the loops ⇒fig. 123 from housings – Extract the cover from its slot, in its rest position and pull
outwards. The storage compartment should remain closed.
To remove the storage compartment
– Pull outwards until the compartment is freed from the pivot point ⇒fig. 124 .
WARNING
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the rear shelf, because they will
endanger the vehicle occupants in case of sudden braking.
Caution
•Before closing the tailgate, ensure that the rear shelf is correctly fitted.•An overloaded luggage compartment could mean that the rear shelf is not
correctly seated and it may be bent or damaged.•If the luggage compartment is overloaded, remove the tray.Note
•Ensure that, when placing items of clothing on the luggage compartment
cover, rear visibility is not reduced.•If the vehicle is fitted with a storage compartment*, it should only be used
to store the emergency triangles and light-weight articles.Roof rack*Please observe the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof:•For safety reasons, only luggage racks and accessories approved by SEAT
should be used.
Fig. 123 Rear shelfFig. 124 Removing
storage compartment
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Air conditioning159
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Air conditioningHeatingOperating instructions– Using the controls ⇒fig. 125 and and the control you
can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower speed.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button or . When the function is activated, the display window in the
lower left of the button is lit.Te m p e r a t u r e
With the regulator the heating level is determined. The required tempera-
ture inside the vehicle cannot be lower than the ambient temperature. Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Heated rear window
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This function will be switched off automatically approximately
20 minutes
after being switched on. It can also be switched off beforehand by pushing
the button
Air recirculation mode

Air recirculation mode prevents strong odours in the outside air from
entering the vehicle interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in
queuing traffic ⇒.
Fig. 125 Heating controls on the dash panel
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A4
A5A2
A3
A1
A2
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Climatic*Control switchesThe climatic or semi-automatic air conditioning system only works
when the engine is running and the blower is switched on.
–Using the knobs ⇒ fig. 126 and and knob you can set
the temperature, air distribution and blower speed.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button , or . When the function is activated, the display window in
the lower corner of the button is lit.
Temperature selector ⇒page 162
button – Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system on/off
⇒ page 162 button – Heated rear window The heating will be switched off auto-
matically approximately 20 minutes after switching on. It can also be
switched off beforehand by pushing the button.
Button – Air recirculation mode ⇒page 163
Air distribution control ⇒page 162
Blower switch. There are four speed settings for the air flow. The air flow
should always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
WARNING
For road safety all windows must be clear of ice, snow, and condensation.
This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise yourself with
the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system, including the
anti-fog/defrost functions for the windscreens.
Fig. 126 On the dash panel: Climatic controls
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A5
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A3
A4
A1A2
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A3
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A5A6
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