2012 Seat Alhambra tailgate

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● Electric windows ⇒ page 88
● Panorama sliding sunroof ⇒ page 92
● Towing mode ⇒ page 237
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 318
WARNING
The incorrect use of the central locking system may cause serious inju-
ries.
● The central locking system will lock all doors. A vehicle locked from
the inside can prevent any non-authorised individual from opening the
doors and accessing the vehicle. Nevertheless, in case of emergency or
accident, locked doors will complicate access to the passenger compart-
ment to help the passengers.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle. The cen-
tral locking button can be used to lock all the doors from within. There-
fore, passengers will be locked inside the vehicle. Individuals locked in
the vehicle can be exposed to very high or very low temperatures.
● Depending on the time of the year, temperatures inside a locked and
closed vehicle can be extremely high or extremely low resulting in seri-
ous injuries and illness or even death, particularly for young children.
● Never leave individuals locked in a closed and locked vehicle. In case
of emergency, they may not be able to exit the vehicle by themselves or
get help.

Description of the central locking system
The central locking system allows all doors and the tailgate to be locked
and unlocked centrally.
● From outside, using the vehicle key.
● From inside, by pushing the central locking button ⇒ page 77. In the submenu Convenience in the Configuration menu, or by visiting a spe-
cialized workshop, special functions of the central locking system can be
switched on or off ⇒ page 62.
In case of a vehicle key fault or central locking system fault, all doors can be
locked or unlocked manually.
Locking the vehicle after the airbags have been deployed
If the airbags are deployed due to an accident, the vehicle will be automati-
cally and completely unlocked. Depending on the amount of damage, the
vehicle can be locked following an accident in the following ways:
FunctionNecessary operationsLocking the vehicle
from within:– Turn off the ignition and turn it on again.
– Push the central locking button .Locking the vehicle
from the outside:– Turn off the ignition and turn it on again.
OR: – Remove the key from the ignition.
– Open any door just once.
– Lock the vehicle with the key.
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Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the outside
Fig. 45 Buttons on the
vehicle key.
Fig. 46 Buttons on the
key of vehicles with slid-
ing doors.
FunctionHandling the buttons on the vehicleUnlocking the vehicle.Press button . Keep it pushed for the
convenience opening.
Lock the vehicle.Press button . Keep it pushed for the
convenience locking function.
Unlocking the tailgate.Press button .Open the sliding door.⇒ page 80.
Attention: Depending on the selected function in the central locking subme-
nu Convenience, you may push the button twice  ⇒ 
page 62 to unlock all
doors and the tailgate.
The vehicle key only locks and unlocks the vehicle if it is within range of the
vehicle and if the batteries have enough power. When locking, the vehicle's
indicators will blink.
If the driver's door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked with the key. If you
unlock the vehicle without opening any doors or the tailgate, it will lock
again automatically after a few seconds. This function prevents the vehicle
from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake.
Convenience open/close function
● See "Electric windows: functions" ⇒ page 88.
● See "Panorama sliding sunroof: operation" ⇒ page 92. 

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Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside
Fig. 47 In the driver
door: central locking but-
ton.
Push the button ⇒ fig. 47:Unlocking the vehicle.Lock the vehicle.
The central locking button is still operative when the ignition is switched off.
The central locking button is only deactivated if the "Safe" security system
is activated ⇒ page 77.
Please note the following when you use the central locking button to lock
your vehicle:
● Do not turn on the "Safe" security system ⇒ page 77.
● Do not turn on the anti-theft alarm.
● It will not be possible to open the doors or the tailgate from the outside
this may offer extra safety, when stopped at traffic lights for example. ●
The doors can be opened and unlocked individually from the inside by
pulling the inside door handle. If necessary, pull the door release lever
twice.
● The driver's door cannot be locked when it is still open. This avoids lock-
ing the vehicle key inside the vehicle when there is nobody inside. 
"Safe" security system
FunctionNecessary operationsLocks the vehicle with the
"Safe" security system.Press the  button once on the vehicle
key.
Locks the vehicle without the
"Safe" security system.Press the  button twice on the vehicle
key.
Press the central locking button  on
the driver's door once.
When the vehicle is locked, the "Safe" security system deactivates the door
handles and the central locking button making the vehicle difficult to open.
The doors cannot be opened from inside ⇒ 
.
When the "Safe" security system is turned off:
● The vehicle can be opened and unlocked from the inside using an inside
door handle.
● The vehicle may be unlocked from the inside by pushing the central
locking button.
● The anti-theft alarm will be activated.
● The vehicle interior monitoring system and the anti-tow system are de-
activated. 
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Driver's door indicator light.
When the vehicle is locked:MeaningThe red LED flashes for approximately 2
seconds at short intervals and then more
slowly.The "Safe" security system is
switched on.
The red LED flashes for about two sec-
onds then turns off. After 30 seconds, the
LED flashes again.The "Safe" security system is
switched off.
The red LED remains lit for about 30 sec-
onds.There is a fault in the locking
system. Contact a specialised
workshop.
WARNING
Careless use of the "Safe" security system can cause serious injury.
● Never leave anybody inside the vehicle if this is locked using the key.
When the "Safe" security system is activated, doors cannot be opened
from the inside.
● When the doors are locked, it is difficult to get to passengers in the
passenger compartment in case of an emergency. Passengers could re-
main trapped inside in case of emergency.

Antitheft alarm
The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal
it.
The anti-theft alarm is automatically turned on when the vehicle is locked
with the key. When does the system trigger an alarm?
The anti-theft alarm siren will be triggered for about 30 seconds accompa-
nied by optical warning signals for about five minutes when the vehicle is
locked and the following unauthorised actions are taken:
●
When the door is mechanically unlocked using the vehicle key without
turning the ignition within the following 15 seconds.
● A door is opened.
● The bonnet is opened.
● The tailgate is opened.
● When the ignition is switched on with a non-authorised key.
● When the vehicle battery is disconnected.
● When there is movement inside the vehicle (vehicles with interior moni-
toring).
● When the vehicle is towed (vehicles with anti-tow system)
● When the vehicle is lifted (vehicles with anti-tow system).
● Transporting the vehicle on a ferry or by railroad (vehicles with an anti-
tow system or interior monitoring).
● Unhitch a trailer connected to the anti-theft alarm ⇒ page 237.
How to turn OFF the alarm
Unlock the vehicle with the unlocking button on the key or turn on the igni-
tion with a valid key.Note
● The alarm will be triggered once more when anybody enters the same
zone of surveillance or any other zone. If, for example, after opening a door,
the tailgate is also opened.
● The anti-theft alarm is not activated when the vehicle is locked from
within using the central locking button 
.
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● If the driver's door is unlocked mechanically with the key, only the driv-
er's door is unlocked, the rest of the doors remain locked. Only when the
ignition has been turned on will the other doors be available - but not un-
locked - and the central locking button activated.
● If the vehicle battery is run down or flat then the anti-theft alarm will not
operate correctly. 
Interior monitoring system and anti-tow system*
Fig. 48 On the roof con-
sole: interior monitoring
sensors.
The interior monitoring system triggers the alarm if the vehicle is locked and
movement is detected inside the vehicle. The anti-tow system triggers the
alarm if the vehicle is locked when the system detects the vehicle is being
raised.
Switching on the interior monitoring and the anti-tow systems
Close the storage compartment ⇒ fig. 48 1
on the roof console otherwise
the interior monitoring function (arrow) may not work without restrictions. Use the key to lock the vehicle. If the anti-theft alarm is turned on, the interi-
or monitoring and the anti-tow systems are also activated.
Switching off the interior monitoring and the anti-tow systems
The interior monitoring is switched off by pressing the remote control lock
button

twice.
● Lock all doors and tailgate.
● Use the key to lock the vehicle. The interior monitoring and / or anti-tow-
ing alarm are switched off until the next time the vehicle is locked.
To turn off the interior monitoring and anti-tow systems before unlocking
the vehicle, for example in the following situations:
● When leaving animals inside the vehicle  ⇒ page 74.
● When the vehicle must be loaded.
● When the vehicle is being transported, for example, by ferry.
● When the vehicle must be towed with the axle raised.
Risk of false alarms
The interior monitoring system only operates correctly if the vehicle is com-
pletely closed. Observe legal requirements. The alarm may be accidentally
triggered in the following cases:
● When a window is completely or partially open.
● If the sunglasses storage compartment in the roof console is open.
● When the panorama sliding sunroof is completely or partially open.
● When suspended objects are hung from the interior mirror (air freshen-
er) or there are loose papers in the vehicle.
● If the separation net is fitted and moves (due to heating).
● Due to a vibrating mobile telephone inside the vehicle. 
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Note
Upon activating the alarm, if any door or the tailgate is open, only the alarm
will be activated. The interior monitoring and anti-tow systems will only be
activated when the doors and tailgate are fully closed. 
Doors Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Vehicle key set ⇒ page 71
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 74
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 318
WARNING
If a door is not correctly closed, it could open unexpectedly when driving
and cause serious injuries.
● Always stop immediately and close the door.
● When closing, ensure that the door has closed correctly. A closed
door should be flush with the corresponding parts of the bodywork.
● Open and close doors only when nobody is in the way of the door.
WARNING
A door held open by its retainer could be blown closed by the wind or
close if the vehicle is on a hill causing injury.
● When opening and closing doors, always use the door handle.
 Warning indicator
lights upPossible causeSolution
At least one vehicle door is
open or not correctly shut.
Stop driving immediately!
Open the corresponding door
and close it immediately.
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They
will switch off after a few seconds.
If a door is open or incorrectly closed, the indicator  or  on the instru-
ment panel will light.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a symbol may be displayed on the in-
strument panel screen instead of the warning lamp. The indication is also
visible when the ignition is switched off. The indication disappears around
15 seconds after the vehicle has been locked. 
Sliding doors Introduction
Additional information:
● Vehicle key set ⇒ page 71
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 74
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 318 

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Tailgate
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Central locking ⇒ page 74
● Transporting ⇒  page 13
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 318
WARNING
Careless and unsuitable locking, opening and closing of the tailgate can
cause accidents and serious injury.
● Open and close the tailgate only when nobody is in the way.
● Do not close the tailgate by pushing it down with your hand on the
rear window. The rear window could break and cause injury.
● Ensure the tailgate is locked after closing, otherwise, it may open un-
expectedly while driving. A closed tailgate should be flush with the cor-
responding parts of the bodywork.
● Always keep the tailgate closed while driving to avoid toxic gases en-
tering the passenger compartment.
● Do not open the tailgate when there is a load carrier installed. Like-
wise, the tailgate cannot be opened when a load is attached to it, for ex-
ample bicycles. An open tailgate could close itself if there is an addition-
al weight on it. If necessary, press down on the tailgate and remove the
load.
● Close and lock both the tailgate and all the other doors when you are
not using the vehicle. Ensure that nobody remains inside the vehicle.
● Never allow children to play inside or around the vehicle without su-
pervision, especially if the tailgate is open. Children could enter the lug-
gage compartment, close the tailgate and become trapped. Depending
WARNING (Continued)
on the time of the year, temperatures inside a locked and closed vehicle
can be extremely high or extremely low resulting in serious injuries and
illness or even death, particularly for young children.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle. If the ve-
hicle key or the central locking button is used, they may be locked in the
vehicle.
CAUTION
Before opening the tailgate, ensure that there is sufficient free space to
open and close it, for example if you are towing a trailer or in a garage. 
Warning indicator
lights upPossible causeSolution
The tailgate is open or not
correctly shut. Stop driving immediately!
Open the tailgate and close it
again.
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They
will switch off after a few seconds.
A warning appears on the instrument panel  if the tailgate is open or not
properly closed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a symbol may be displayed on the in-
strument panel screen instead of the warning lamp. The indication is also
visible when the ignition is switched off. The indication disappears around
15 seconds after the vehicle has been locked. 

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WARNING
If the tailgate is not correctly closed, it could open unexpectedly when
driving and cause serious injuries.
● Always stop immediately and close the tailgate.
● Ensure that the tailgate has been locked into place by the element on
the lock carrier when you close it.
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Opening the tailgate
Fig. 52 Detailed view of
the centre console: but-
ton for unlocking the tail-
gate.
Fig. 53 Opening the tail-
gate from the exterior
Before opening the tailgate, always remove any load on its luggage rack
⇒ 
.
Opening with the ignition key
Press the button 
on the vehicle key until the tailgate opens automatical-
ly.
To open using the centre console control
Press the 
button on the centre console ⇒ fig. 52. The tailgate will be au-
tomatically opened.
The button is still operative when the ignition is switched off.
Opening the tailgate with the button
● Unlock the vehicle or open a door.
● Raise the tailgate using the button ⇒  fig. 53 (arrow).
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