2011 Seat Altea wheel

Steering wheel controls
96Radio navigation systemSteering wheel Audio + Telephone controls
Fig. 57 Controls on the
steering wheel
Fig. 58 Steering wheel
controls (depending on
version of model)
Button
Radio
CD/MP3/USB*/iPod*
AUX
NAVIGATOR
TELEPHONE
Volume up
Vol um e up
Volu m e up
Volu m e up
Volu m e up
Vol u m e dow n
Volume down
Vol um e d own
Vol um e d own
Vol um e d own
Search for next station
Next track
Hold down: Fast forward
No function specified
No function specified
No function specified
Search for last station
Previous track
Hold down: Rewind
No function specified
No function specified
No function specified
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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
No function specified
No function specified
No function specified
No function specified
Accept incoming call
(press briefly)
Reject incoming call
(press and hold down)
End ongoing call /estab-
lish call (press briefly)
Switch to private mode (press and hold down)
Redial last number (press
and hold down)
a)
Activation of voice recogni-tion for mobile telephone
connected to the system (if
the telephone has this func- tion) / MUTE
Activation of voice recognition for mobile telephone con-
nected to the system (if the tel-
ephone has this function) / MUTE
Activation of voice recog-nition for mobile tele-
phone connected to the
system (if the telephone
has this function) / MUTE
Activation of voice recog- nition for mobile tele-
phone connected to the
system (if the telephone
has this function) / MUTE
Activation of voice recog- nition for mobile tele-
phone connected to the
system (if the telephone
has this function) / MUTE
Next preset
b)
Next track
b)
No function specified
Operates on instrument
panel
Operates on instrument
panel / No function speci-
fied
Previous preset
b)
Previous track
b)
No function specified
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument
panel / No function speci- fied
Change menu on instrument panel
Change menu on instrument panel
Change menu on instru-ment panel
No function specified
Change menu on instru-ment panel
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98
Change menu on instrument
panel
Change menu on instrument panel
Change menu on instru-ment panel
No function specified
Change menu on instru-ment panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument
panel / No function speci- fied
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument panel
Operates on instrument
panel / No function speci- fied
a)For a more detailed description of how to use this button, please refer to the Radio navigation System User Handbook (SEAT Medi a System 2.1)b)Only if the panel is in Audio menu.AJAKAL
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Lights and visibility
122Instrument and switch lighting / Headlight range controlInstrument and switch lighting
When the headlights are switched on, the brightness of the instruments and
switch lighting can be regulated to suit your requirements by turning the
thumb wheel ⇒fig. 75 .
The instrument lighting (dials and needles), the centre console illumination
and the illumination of the displays are regulated by a photodiode incorpo-
rated in the instrument panel.
The instrument lighting (dials and needles) is switched on when the ignition
is on and the vehicle lights are off . The instrument lighting is dimmed auto-
matically as the daylight starts to fade. It goes out completely when the
ambient light level is very low. This function is intended to remind the driver
to switch on the dipped beam headlights in good time when light conditions
become poor.
Headlight range control
By using the electrical headlight range control, you can adjust the head-
light range to the load level that is being carried in the vehicle. This way, it is possible to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic more than necessary. At the same
time, by using the correct headlight settings, the driver has the best possible
lighting for the road ahead.
The headlights can only be adjusted when the dipped beam is switched on.
To lower the beam, turn the thumb wheel down from the basic setting
0.
Dynamic headlight range control
Ve hi cle s wit h gas discharge bulbs (“xenon bulbs”) are equipped with
dynamic headlight range control. This means that the headlights will be
a d j u s t e d t o s u i t t h e l o a d l e v e l o f t h e v e h i c l e a n d “ n o d d i ng m o v e m e n t s ” w h e n
pulling off and braking are automatically compensated for.
Vehicles with gas discharge bulbs do not have headlight range control.
Adaptive headlights* (for driving round bends)
When driving around bends, the headlights will light the
most important areas of the road.
Fig. 75 Dash panel: regu-
lation for instrument and
switch illumination and
headlight range control
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Fig. 76 Cornering
lighting using adaptive
headlights
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Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Turn signal and main beam headlight lever
The turn signal and main beam lever also operates the
parking lights and the headlight flasher.The turn signal and main beam headlight lever has the following
functions:
Switching on the turn signals
– Move the lever all the way up ⇒fig. 78 to indicate right, and
all the way down to indicate left.
Signalling a lane change
– Push the lever up or down to the point where you incur resistance and then release it. The turn signal will flash several
times. The corresponding warning lamp will also flash. Switching main beam on and off
– If the dipped lights are on, push the lever forward
⇒fig. 78
to switch on the main beam.
– Push the lever towards the steering wheel ⇒ fig. 78 to switch
off the main beam.
Headlight flashers
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel to operate the flasher.
Switching on parking lights
– Switch the ignition off and remove the key from the lock.
– Move the lever up or down to turn the right or left-hand parking lights on, respectively.
WARNING
The main beam can dazzle other drivers. Risk of accident! Never use the
main beam headlights or the headligh t flasher if they could dazzle other
drivers.
Note
• The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on. The corre-
sponding warning lamp
 or
flashes in the instrument panel. The warning
lamp
 flashes when the turn signals are operated, provided a trailer is
correctly attached and connected to the vehicle. If a turn signal bulb is defec-
tive, the warning lamp flashes at double speed. If the trailer turn signal bulbs
are damaged, warning lamp
 does not light up. Change the bulb.
Fig. 78 Turn signal and
main beam headlight
lever
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A3
A4
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Lights and visibility
130Windscreen wipersFront windscreen wipers
U
The windscreen wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers
and the automatic wash and wipe.
The windscreen wiper lever ⇒fig. 85 has the following positions:
Switching off the wipers
– Move the lever to position .
Intermittent wipe
– Move the lever up to position . – Move the control to the left or right to set the length of the
intervals. Control to the left: long intervals; control to the right:
short intervals. Four wiper interval stages can be set using switch .
Slow wipe
– Move the lever up to position .
Continuous wipe
– Move the lever up to position .
Short wipe
– Move the lever down to position to give the windscreen a short wipe. The wiper will start to move faster if you keep the
lever pressed down for longer than two seconds.
Wash and wipe automatic system
W
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel - Position . The wash function will start immediately and the wipers will start with a
slight delay. The wash and wipe r systems will function at the
same time at speeds of over 120 km/h.
– Release the lever. The wipers wi ll keep running for approximately
four seconds.Heated windscreen in the wiper blade area*
In some countries and with some versions, there is the possibility of heating
the windscreen in the area of the windscreen wiper blades in order to aid de-
icing in the zone. The function is switched on by pressing the heated rear
window key
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Fig. 85 Windscreen wiper
and windscreen wash
lever
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Lights and visibility133
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Rear window wiper
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The windscreen wiper lever operates the windscreen wiper
and the wash and wipe system for the rear window.
Switching on the interval wipe
– Press the lever forwards to position ⇒fig. 88 . The wiper will
wipe the window approximately every 6 seconds.
Switching off the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever back from position towards the steering wheel. The wiper will continue to function for a short period if you switch
off whilst the wipers are in motion. Switching on the windscreen wiper and washer system
– Press the lever fully forwards to position
⇒fig. 88 . The wash
function will start immediately and the wiper will start with a
slight delay. The windscreen wash system will function as long as
you hold the lever in this position.
– Release the lever. The wiper then wipes for approximately 4 seconds, and then in intervals again.
– Release the lever. The washer system stops and the wipers func- tion.
WARNING
•A worn or dirty wiper blade will obstruct visibility and reduce safety.•Always note the corresponding warnings on ⇒page 242.Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blade is not frozen to the glass
before using the wiper for the first time. If you switch on the wiper when the
wiper blade is frozen to the glass, this could damage both the wiper blade
and the wiper motor.
Note
•The windscreen wiper will only function when the ignition is switched on
and the tailgate is closed.•In reverse gear, with the windscreen wipers switched on, the rear wind-
screen wiper will make one wipe.
Fig. 88 Windscreen wiper
and windscreen wash
lever: rear window wiper
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A6
A7
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Lights and visibility
134Headlight washer*
The headlight washers clean the headlight lenses.The headlight washers are activated automatically when the windscreen
washer is used and the windscreen wiper lever is pulled towards the steering
wheel for at least 1.5 seconds – provided the dipped beam headlights or
main beams are switched on. Clean off stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from the
headlights at regular intervals, for instance when filling the fuel tank.
Note
•To ensure that the headlight washers work properly in winter, keep the
nozzle holders in the bumper free of snow and remove any ice with a de-icer
spray.•To remove water, the windscreen wipers will be activated from time to
time, the headlight wipers will be activated every three cycles.Rear-view mirrorsInterior mirror
It is dangerous to drive if yo u cannot see clearly through the
rear window.Manual anti-dazzle function for interior mirror
In the basic mirror position, the lever at the bottom edge of the mirror should
be at the front. Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-dazzle function.
Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror*
The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off
as desired.Switching off the anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒ fig. 89. Indicator lamp goes off.
Switching on the anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒ fig. 89. Warning lamp is lit.Anti-dazzle function
The anti-dazzle function is activated every time the ignition is switched on.
The green indicator lamp lights up in the mirror housing.
When the anti-dazzle function is enabled, the interior mirror will darken auto-
matically according to the amount of light it receives. The anti-dazzle func-
tion is cancelled if reverse gear is engaged.
Fig. 89 Automatic anti-
dazzle interior mirror.
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