2011 Seat Exeo Owner's manual

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Back-up programme
A back-up system is in place if a fault should occur in the
control system.
The automatic gearbox switches to the back-up programme if a fault should
occur in the control

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Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) General notes
The Electronic Stability Programme increases the vehicle's
stability on the road.

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If required, the ESP can also be enabled and disabled manually by briefly
pressing the  ESP
 button ⇒ 
fig. 149. The ESP warning lamp lights up when
the system is switch

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Brake assist system
The brake assist system helps the driver to achieve optimum
braking effect.
The brake assist system helps to increase braking power and thus to ach-
ieve

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Note
If the ABS warning lamp lights up, this can also mean there is a fault in the
EDL. Take the vehicle to a specialised workshop as soon as possible. 
Traction control

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Brakes
General notes
New brake pads
New brake pads do not provide optimal performance during the first 200
km; first they must be “run in”. However, the reduced braking c

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Note
If you wish to equip the vehicle with accessories such as a front spoiler or
wheel covers, it is important that the flow of air to the front wheels is not
obstructed, o

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If a fault should occur in the  servotronic system, the power steering  will still
operate. The degree of power assistance will, however, no longer adapt to
different speeds.