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Service information
Importance of the Maintenance Programme The Maintenance Programme confirms the date of delivery
of
your vehicle and thus the beginning of its warranty cover.
The vehicle data that appears in the Maintenance Programme guarantees
that the appropriate Genuine SEAT ®
Parts are installed. This data helps en-
sure that your car can be repaired without difficulty even after many years of
use.
The Maintenance Programme also informs you of which service should be
carried out when, and the work this entails.
Your Official SEAT Service will note down in this booklet the services carried
out.
Your Maintenance Programme should be kept in the vehicle with the on-
board documentation so that it is at hand whenever you need it.
Please remember to give the Maintenance Programme to the new owner if
you sell your car.
The SEAT Service Centre network is equipped with modern workshop tech-
nology and well-trained specialists. Many SEAT Service Centres offer differ-
ent service packages at special prices Ð
Safety notes All fluids and consumables
, s
uch as timing belts, tyres, coolant liquid, en-
gine oil, spark plugs and vehicle batteries are continuously being devel-
oped. Therefore, we recommend you take the vehicle to a qualified work-
shop to have fluids or consumables changed. The Official SEAT Services re-
ceive regular up-to-date information about modifications. This is why SEAT
recommends you have fluids and other consumables replaced by an Official
SEAT Service. Unless the vehicle is regularly and correctly serviced as required in the serv-
ic
e plan, the vehicle could breakdown while driving, leading to serious acci-
dent and injury.
● Services should be carried out by a qualified workshop in accordance
w
ith the Maintenance Programme.
● Please observe the instructions for use. Note
● On
ly use suitable fluids. Fluids should never be mixed up. This could re-
sult in serious faults and engine damage.
● SEAT is not responsible for damage to the vehicle as a result of the use
of
poor quality fuel, inadequate servicing or non-availability of original
spare parts.
● Spilt brake fluid may pollute the environment. If fluids leak or are spilt,
they
should be collected and disposed of accordingly.
● Regular servicing of your vehicle not only helps to ensure it remains in
g
ood working order but also contributes to road safety. Therefore, we rec-
ommend work is carried out in accordance with the Maintenance Pro-
gramme. Ð
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General Service Programme
General Service Programme
Oil change service Operations to be carried out on your vehicle
● Check the thickness of brake pads and the condition of front and rear
br
ake discs.
● Change the engine oil and replace the oil filter. 1)
● The date of the next service is entered on the service sticker which is at-
t
ached to the driver side door pillar
● The service interval display is reset Ð
Interval service Operations to be performed on your vehicle:
● Check the battery.
● Check the depth of the tyre tread (incl. the spare wheel), that tread wear
i
s even, check the age and pressure of the tyres. Where applicable, adjust
the tyre pressure monitor.
● Brake system inspected for leaks and damage.
● Check the brake fluid level and wear of pads. ●
Chec
k the thickness of brake pads and the condition of front and rear
brake discs.
●Check the correct operation of the front and rear lighting, the turn sig-
n
als, the hazard warning lights, the daytime driving lights, the static corner-
ing lights and the automatic dipped beam control (where applicable) and
the horn.
● Check if the windscreen is damaged.
● Check the coolant and anti-freeze liquid and top up as required.
● Inspect the engine and components of the engine compartment (from
abo
ve) for leaks and damage.
● Inspect the engine and components of the engine compartment, the
g
earbox, the transmission, the final drive (especially flanges) and the track
rod boots (from below) for leaks and damage.
● Change the engine oil and replace the oil filter 1)
.
● Power steering hydraulic system: Check the seal and the fluid level, and
if
it is part of the equipment, if required, top up with hydraulic oil (only Exeo
and Exeo ST)
● Check the expiry date of the puncture kit tyre sealant (where applicable)
and r
ecord; check whether the bottle is damaged and the level of the seal-
ant.
● Check the windscreen wipers and headlight washers (where applicable)
oper
ate correctly; check the blades, the rest position, the final position and
possible damage, and top up the washer fluid as required. £1)
If diesel with a high sulphur content is used, the fuel filter and the oil should be changed
ev
ery 7500 km (5000 miles). Your Technical Service will be able to tell you which countries
have diesel with a high sulphur content.
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General Service Programme
● The headlight adjustment is checked
● The date of the next service is entered on the service sticker which is at-
t
ached to the driver side door pillar
● The service interval display is reset Ð
Inspection service Operations to be performed on your vehicle:
● The exhaust system is checked for leaks, damage and secure fitting
● ATF in the automatic gearbox: Check and, where necessary, top up with
fluid (e
xcept Exeo, Exeo ST and 09G gearbox in hot climates).
● Power steering hydraulic system: Check the seal and the fluid level, and
if
it is part of the equipment, if required, top up with hydraulic oil (only Exeo
and Exeo ST).
● Check the battery.
● Check the depth of the tyre tread (incl. the spare wheel, if applicable),
the ev
enness of the tread wear, the age and pressure of the tyres. Where
applicable, adjust the tyre pressure monitor.
● Check brake system and dampers for leaks and damage.
● Check the sunroof (where applicable) operates correctly and if necessary
c
lean and lubricate guides.
● Check the thickness of brake pads and the condition of front and rear
br
ake discs. ●
Chec
k the correct operation of the front and rear lighting, the turn sig-
nals, the hazard warning lights, the daytime driving lights, the static corner-
ing lights and the automatic dipped beam control (where applicable) and
the horn.
● Check if the windscreen is damaged.
● Check that the interior and glove box lighting, the cigarette lighter/pow-
er soc
ket, horn and warning lamps work correctly.
● Body: check for visible rust.
● Check the condition and, if required, the tension of the Poly V-belt.
● Check the coolant and anti-freeze liquid and top up as required.
● Inspect the engine and components of the engine compartment (from
abo
ve) for leaks and damage.
● Visually inspect (from below) the engine and components of the engine
c
ompartment, the gearbox, the end drive and the track rod boots for leaks
and damage.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the expiry date of the puncture kit tyre sealant (where applicable)
and r
ecord; check whether the bottle is damaged and the level of the seal-
ant.
● Take a test drive and check that the brakes, handbrake, steering, and air
c
onditioning operate correctly, and perform a kickdown.
● Check the windscreen wipers and headlight washers (where applicable)
oper
ate correctly; check the blades, the rest position, the final position and
for possible damage, and top up the washer fluid as required.
● The headlight adjustment is checked
● Coil spring (suspension) and bump stop, front and rear: visual check for
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amage £