2011 Seat Altea instrument panel

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Note
For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be
displayed.
Multifunction disp lay menu (MFI)
The multifunction display (MFI) shows you information on the
journey and fuel consumption.The multifunction display (MFI) has two automatic memories: 1 - Trip memory
and 2 - Total memory . The selected memory is shown on the upper right hand
section of the display ⇒fig. 49 at all times.
Open the multifunction display menu
–Select the Multifunction display menu from the main menu ⇒page 70
and press the button on the windscreen wiper lever or the multifunc-
tion lever*.
Selecting a memory
– To change from one memory to another, briefly press button ⇒page 68, fig. 45 ⇒ page 68 on the windscreen wiper lever or the
button on the multifunction lever ⇒page 68, fig. 46 ⇒page 68 while
the ignition is switched on.
Te l e p h o n e
This menu is only available in vehicles with radio unit if
the vehicle is fitted with the telephone function. In vehi-
cles fitted with a radio navigation system, this menu is
available in the central unit (navigator) ⇒ Booklet
“SEAT Media System 2.1”.
Vehicle condition
This menu displays current warning or information
texts: “Vehicle status menu”
This option flashes when one of these texts is dis-
played.
Configuration
This option allows the time, the speed warning when
using winter tyres, units, language, independent heat-
ing, the Light and visibility menu and the Convenience
menu to be reset.
a)Only in vehicles fitted with a radio navigation system.
Fig. 49 Multifunction
display (MFI) instrument
panel display.
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72Resetting a memory
– Select the memory where you wish to erase the values.
– Hold down button on the windscreen wiper lever or the button on
the multifunction* steering wheel for at least two seconds.
The journey memory 1 collects the travel and consumption data from the
moment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. If the journey is
continued within two hours of switching off the ignition, the new values will
be added to the existing trip recorder memory. The memory will automatically
be deleted if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours.
The total journey memory 2 collects the journey data for any number of indi-
vidual journeys (even if the ignition is switched off for longer than two hours)
up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes travel time or 1999 km distance trav-
elled. The memory will automatically be deleted if one of the named values is
reached.
Memory indications
The following data can be viewed on the multifunction display using the
rocker switch ⇒page 68, fig. 45 ⇒page 68 on the windscreen wiper
lever or by pressing button or ⇒page 68, fig. 46 on the multifunction
steering wheel*.•Duration•Current fuel consumption•Average fuel consumption•Distance to empty•Distance•Average speed•Auxiliary speed•Digital display of speed
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•Speed warning at --- km/h Personal selection of display
The driver can establish which displays are shown on the instrument panel
display as required:
•Select the submenu
Multifunction Display Data from the Configuration
menu ⇒page 74.•The displays can be activated or deactivated individually by marking the
required option and pressing the button on the windscreen wiper lever or
the multifunction steering wheel*.
Duration in h and min
The display shows the amount of time which has elapsed since the ignition
was switched on.
The maximum display value in both me mories is 19 hours and 59 minutes.
The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been reached.
Current fuel consumption in l/100 km or l/h
The display will show the current fuel consumption in litres/100 km whilst the
vehicle is in motion or in litres/hour when the vehicle is in a stationary posi-
tion with the engine running.
Using this display you can see how your driving style affects fuel consump-
tion ⇒page 171.
Average consumption in l/100 km
The average fuel consumption will be shown after a distance of approximately
100 metres has been travelled. Until then dashes will appear in the display.
The display will be updated every five seconds while the vehicle is in motion.
The amount of fuel used will not be shown.
Fuel range in km
The fuel range is calculated using the figures for tank content and current fuel
consumption. It shows how far the vehicle can travel using the same condi-
tions as a reference.
9)It is not possible to see whether the alternative speed display is activated.
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Distance travelled in km
The display shows the distance travelled since the ignition was switched on.
The maximum display value in both memories is 1999 km. The memory will
automatically be deleted once this value has been reached.
Average speed in km/h
The average speed will be shown after a distance of approximately 100
metres has been travelled. Until then dashes will appear in the display. The
display will be updated every five seconds while the vehicle is in motion.
Alternative speed display (mph or km/h)
The speed is also displayed in a second unit of measurement other than that
used on the speedometer.
•Select the menu
Configuration using the rocker switch on the windscreen
wiper lever or the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒page 68.•Select the option Auxiliary speed and press on the windscreen wiper
lever or the multifunction steering wheel*.
Digital display of speed
The instrument panel display gives the speed in digital format
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Speed warning at --- km/h
This function may help you to keep within the speed limits. Press the
button on the windscreen wiper lever or the multifunction steering wheel*
to select the current speed. The instrument panel display gives the selected
speed, for example, Speed warning 120 km/h . You have five seconds to reset
the speed between 30 km/h and 250 km/h using rocker switch or buttons or on the multifunction steering wheel*. Press the button or wait
five seconds until the speed is stored and the warning is activated. If the set
speed is exceeded, an acoustic signal is heard and a warning message is
displayed until the speed is reduced to at least 4 km/h below the stored
speed. The function is switched off by pressing the button again. Speed
warning --- km/h is now displayed on the instrument panel. Outside temperature display
The measurement margin ranges from -40 °C (-40 °F) to +50 °C (+125 °F). At
outside temperatures below +4 °C (+39.2 °F), the snowflake symbol (ice
danger warning) appears in addition to the outside temperature display. This
symbol flashes for a few seconds and remains lit until the outside tempera-
ture rises above +6 °C (+42.8 °F).
WARNING
There could be black ice on the road surface even if the “snowflake symbol”
is not shown. For this reason you should not rely exclusively on this display
- Risk of accident!
Note
•There are different instrument panels; therefore the multifunction display
may vary.•When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the
temperature displayed may be slightly higher than the actual outside temper-
ature as a result of the heat radiated from the engine.•Vehicles with a multifunction steering wheel* do not have buttons on the
windscreen wiper lever. The multifunction display can only be controlled from
the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel*.Vehicle status menu
This menu shows warning or information textsOpen Vehicle Condition menu
– Select the option Veh i cle status from the main menu: “Main
menu” and press button on the windscreen wiper lever
⇒ page 70, fig. 47 . or
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– Press button or on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒page 68, fig. 46 until the Vehicle Status menu is displayed.Priority 2 warning messages and information texts: “Information and warning
messages on the screen” will automatically disappear from the screen after a
time and will be stored in the Vehicle status menu.
The warning and information texts may be viewed in this menu. If there is no
warning or information message, the option Vehicle status is not displayed.
If there are several messages, each one is shown for a few seconds.
Example of menu use ⇒page 68
Note
If there are no warning messages, this menu is not available.Configuration menu
This menu is used to make th e settings for the vehicle func-
tions.Open Configuration menu
– Select the option Configuration from the main menu: “Main
menu” and press button ⇒page 68, fig. 45 on the wind-
screen wiper lever. or
– Press button or on the multifunction steering wheel* ⇒page 68, fig. 46 until the Configuration menu is displayed.Example of menu use ⇒page 68.
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Displayed on the
screen
Function
Multifunction
display data.
This menu is used to establish the data in the multi-
function display menu to be displayed on the instru-
ment panel ⇒page 71
Convenience
This menu allows you to make the settings for the
convenience functions in the vehicle.
Lights and visibility
From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle
lighting settings.
Time
The hours and minutes of the clock and the naviga-
tion system can be changed. Choose between 12
and 24-hour format and change to summer time.
Winter tyres
The menu allows the setting of a speed at which an
optical and acoustic warning will be given by the
system. You can use this function, for example, if
you have fitted winter tyres which are not suited for
the top speed of your vehicle. Please see the sec-
tion “Wheels and tyres”.
Settings: Language
The display texts and the navigation system texts
can be seen in different languages.
Units
This option allows you to select the units for dis-
playing temperature, fuel consumption values and
distances.
Aux. Speed
The instrument panel also displays the speed in
another different unit of measurement (mph or
km/h) to that given on the speedometer.
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Warning lampsOverview of the warning lamps
The warning lamps indicate a number of different functions and possible faults.
Fig. 50 Instrument panel warning and indicator lamps.
Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only
on certain model versions or are optional extras.
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80Overview of indicator and warning lamps (vehicles with LPG)
The warning lamps indicate a number of different functions
and possible faults.Fig. 51 Instrument panel indicator and warning lamps in vehicles with LPG.
WARNING
•Failure to observe warning lamps and warning messages can result in
serious personal injury 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 232.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.
Item
Symbol
Meaning of warning and indicator lamps
Further
information
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Red: Coolant level / coolant temperature
⇒page 82
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Blue: Cold engine warning
⇒page 177
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LPG system connected
⇒page 177
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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.
Priority 2 warning messages will not be shown until all Priority 1 warning
messages have been dealt with!
Examples of priority 2 warning messages (yellow):
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•Fuel warning light with the information text PLEASE REFUEL .•Windscreen washer fluid symbol
 with the information text REFILL
WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID . Top up the washer fluid level.
Information messages displayed on the screen*
10)Depending on the version of the model.
Message
a)
Description
SERVICE
The service interval has ended. Take the vehicle to an
authorised service.
IMMOBILISER
Immobiliser system active. The vehicle will not start. Take
the vehicle to an authorised service.
ERROR
Instrument panel faulty. Take the vehicle to an authorised
service.
CLEAN AIR
FILTER
Warning: The air filter must be cleaned
NO KEY
Warning: Correct key cannot be found in the vehicle.
KEY BATTERY
Warning: Key battery low. Change the battery.
CLUTCH
Warning: Press the clutch to start. In vehicles with manual
gearbox and Start/Stop system.
--> P/N
Warning: Place the selector level in P/N to start. Only in
vehicles with automatic gearbox.
--> P
Warning: Place the selector lever in position P to stop the
engine.
STARTING
Warning: The engine starts automatically. Start-Stop sys-
tem activated.
START
MANUALLY
Warning: The engine must be started manually. Start-Stop
system activated.
ERROR START
STOP
Warning: Start-Stop system error.
START STOP
IMPOSSIBLE
Warning: Although the Start-Stop system is switched on,
the engine cannot be stopped automatically. Not all the
necessary conditions are met
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82Fuel level / reserve
z
This symbol lights up to indicate that the fuel tank is under
the reserve level.It lights up when only 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank. You will also hear a
warning signal. It reminds you to fuel up the fuel tank as soon as possible
⇒ page 226.
The instrument panel displays the following message
11): PLEASE REFUEL! .
Coolant level* / temperature
v
The warning lamp lights up if the coolant temperature is too
high or if the coolant level is too low.There is a fault if:•The warning symbol does not go out again after a few seconds.•The warning lamp lights up or flashes while the vehicle is moving, and
three acoustic warning signals ⇒ are emitted.
This means that either the coolant level is too low or the coolant temperature
is too high.
Coolant temperature too high
The instrument panel displays the following message
12): CHECK COOLANT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL ⇒ page 239.
First look at the coolant temperature gauge. The coolant temperature is too
high if the needle is over the warning area on the dial. Stop the vehicle,
switch the engine off and wait for it to cool down. Check the coolant level.
If the coolant level is correct, the overheating may be caused by a malfunction
of the radiator fan. Check the radiator fan fuse and have it replaced if neces-
sary ⇒page 267.
If the warning lamp lights up again after driving on for a short distance, stop
the vehicle and switch the engine off . Contact an Authorised Ser vice Centre
or a specialised workshop.
Coolant level too low
The instrument panel displays the following message13): STOP CHECK
COOLANT INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
START STOP
ACTIVE
Warning: Start-Stop system activated. Vehicle in Stop
mode.
SWITCH OFF
Warning: Start-Stop system activated. Switch off the igni-
tion when you leave the vehicle.
STOP
TRANSMISSION TOO HOT
Warning: Stop the engine. Gearbox overheated.
BRAKE
Warning: To start the engine, press the brake pedal. Only
in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
COASTING FUNCTION
Warning: Coasting mode active. Transmission engaged.
Only in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
CHECK
SAFELOCK
Notification of central locking function activated.
a)These messages may vary according the version of the vehicle model.11)Depending on the version of the model.
12)Depending on the version of the model.13)Depending on the version of the model.
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