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CAUTION
If you replace a fuse with higher-rating fuse, you could cause damage to an-
other part of the electrical system. 
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Changing bulbs
Introduction
Changing bulbs requires a certain amount of manual skill. If you are unsure,
SEAT recommends that you consult an Technical Service or request assis-
tance from a specialist. In general, a specialist is required if other vehicle
components must be removed or if the discharge lamps must be replaced.
You should store spare light bulbs in the vehicle for safety-relevant lights.
Spare bulbs may be obtained from the Technical Services. In some coun-
tries, it is a legal requirement to carry spare bulbs in the vehicle.
Driving with faults and blown bulbs on the vehicle exterior lighting is
against the law.
Additional bulb specifications
The specifications of some headlamp bulbs and bulbs for the tail lamps fit-
ted at the factory may be different to those of conventional bulbs. Bulb in-
formation is displayed on the bulb socket or on the bulb itself.
Additional information and warnings:
● Lights and visibility ⇒ page 95
● Working in the engine compartment ⇒ page 279
● Vehicle tools ⇒ page 324
● Fuses ⇒ page 326
WARNING
If the road is not well-lit and the vehicle is not clearly visible to other
drivers, there is a risk of accident.
WARNING
Failure to replace bulbs correctly may cause serious accidents.
● Before carrying out any work in the engine compartment please read
and observe the warnings ⇒ page 279. In any vehicle, the engine com-
partment is a hazardous area and could cause severe injury.
● Discharge lamps work with high-voltage and can cause serious or fa-
tal injury if handled incorrectly.
● H7 and discharge lamps are highly pressurised and could explode
when being changed.
● Only replace the bulbs concerned when they have cooled.
● Never replace bulbs alone if you are not familiar with the operations
necessary. If you are not sure about procedures then visit a Technical
Service to carry out the necessary work.
● Never touch the bulb glass directly. Fingerprints will be evaporated by
the heat of the operating bulb thus “fogging” up the reflector.
● The headlamp frameworks in the engine compartment and the tail
lamps contain sharp elements. Always protect your hands when chang-
ing bulbs.
CAUTION
After changing a bulb, if the rubber covers and plastic caps are not replaced
correctly on the headlamp framework, the electrical installation may be
damaged, especially if water is allowed to enter. 
Indicator
lights upPossible causeSolution
A vehicle exterior lighting
bulb is not working.Replace the faulty bulb. 

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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.
Checking the bulbs of a trailer
For vehicles with the factory fitted trailer system, certain trailer lights are al-
so controlled if the socket is correctly connected.
A fault on a trailer turn indicator is indicated on the instrument panel by the
indicator blinking twice as fast (  or ) ⇒ page 95.
● General fault of all indicators on one side.
● Fault in one tail light (on some models, also the registration light).
● Fault in two brake lights.
WARNING
If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in
traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.
● Never ignore the warning lamps or text messages.
● Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear
may result in faults in the vehicle.
Note
A fault in the LED on the tail lights will not be indicated. However, if the fault
affects all the LEDs then this will be indicated by the indicator . Information for replacing bulbs
Checklist
To replace a bulb, carry out the following operations always in the order giv-
en ⇒ 
:
Park the vehicle a safe distance from traffic and on suitable ground.
Connect the electronic parking brake ⇒ page 185.
Turn the light switch to position 0 ⇒ page 95.
Move the gear lever into the neutral position ⇒ page 95.
Automatic gearbox: Move selector lever to position P ⇒ page 176.
Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition ⇒ page 172.
Manual gearbox: Select a gear ⇒ page 176.
Wait until all of the passenger compartment lights are turned off
⇒ page 95.
Allow the corresponding bulb to cool. Visually inspect fuses to see if any are blown ⇒ page 326.
Replace the bulb according to the instructions ⇒ 
. Bulbs should only
be replaced by new identical models. Bulb information is displayed on
the bulb socket or on the bulb itself.
In general, never touch the bulb glass directly. The heat of the bulb
would cause the fingerprint to evaporate and condense on the reflector.
This will impair the brightness of the headlight.
Check if the new bulb is working. If the bulb is not working, it may not
have been correctly fitted, it could be damaged or the connector may
not be correctly connected.
Every time a bulb for the headlights is replaced, visit a specialised
workshop to check the headlights. 
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fig. 205,
fig. 206 ABCIndicators (small lamp holder)Dipped beam head-lightsDaytime driving lightMain beam headlightsSide lights
3. Remove the rubber cover on the rear of the headlight.
4.
Rotate the lamp holder1 to the left all the way
and pull it out back-
wards with the bulb.Rotate the lamp holder to the left all the way and pull it out backwards with the bulb.Press the wire clip down-wards and pull the lamp holder 2
out with the
bulb.
Pull the lamp holder 3out backwards with the
bulb.
5.Depending on the model, the bulb is removed directly from the lamp holder or it may need to be rotated and then removed.6.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
7.Place the bulb holder in the headlight and rotate to the right all the way.
Place the lamp holder in
the headlight and pull the
wire clip upwards until it
clicks into place.Place the lamp holder inthe headlight and insert completely.
8. Insert the rubber cover.
Note
The images show the left hand headlight from behind. The structure of the
right hand side headlight is symmetric. 
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To replace the front bumper bulbs
Fig. 209 On the right-
hand side of the front
bumper: Removing the
headlights
Fig. 210 Changing the
bulbs in the headlights.
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary ac-
tions ⇒ page 331.
2.Pull the cover forwards, in the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 209.
3.Unscrew the attachment screw ⇒ fig. 209 1 using the screwdriver
from the on-board tools ⇒ page 324.
4.Tilt the headlight slightly forward and extract it from its lateral at-
tachments ⇒ fig. 210 (small arrows).
5.Release the connector ⇒ fig. 210 1 and remove it.
6.Rotate the lamp holder ⇒ fig. 210 2 to the left all the way, in the
direction of the arrow, and pull it out backwards with the bulb.
7.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
8.Place the bulb holder in the headlight and rotate to the right all the
way.
9.Insert the connector ⇒ fig. 210 1 on the lamp holder
⇒ fig. 210 2. The connector must audibly click into place.
10.Place the headlight into its position
⇒ fig. 210 (small arrows) and
tilt it backwards.
11.Tighten the attachment screw ⇒ fig. 209 1 using the screwdriver.12.Replace the cover on the bumper ⇒ fig. 209.
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To replace the tail light bulbs
Fig. 213 On the side of the luggage compartment: To
remove the left and right hand side tail lights. 1 re-
move the cap; 2 attachment screw.
Fig. 214 Tail lights on
bodywork: To remove the
lamp holder. 1
to 4:
Attachment tab.
Complete operations only in the sequence given.
Removing the tail light units
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
Rear light, leftRear light, right
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary ac- tions ⇒ page 331.
2.Open the tailgate ⇒ page 84.
3.Open the storage compartments
on the left-hand side of the lug-
gage compartment ⇒ page 142.Move the 12 V socket support by
pressing gently downwards
⇒ fig. 213 B
(arrow).
4.Rotate the cap ⇒ fig. 213 1 90°
in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
5.Unscrew the attachment screw ⇒ fig. 213 2 using the screwdriver
from the on-board tools ⇒ page 324. The bolt is secured in its posi-
tion.
6.Extract the tail light from the bodywork by carefully pulling back- wards.
7.Pull the red strip on the connector and extract the connector.8.Disassemble the tail light unit and place it on a flat, clean surface. 
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Changing the number plate light
Fig. 215 On the rear
bumper: number plate
lights.Fig. 216 Number plate
light: To remove the lamp
holder.
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
Fixed number plate lightBolted number plate light1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary actions ⇒ page 331.
2.Press the flat part of the screwdriver included in the vehicle on-board
tools (⇒ fig. 200) in the direction of the arrow, in the groove of the
number plate light ⇒ fig. 215.Unscrew the number plate light screws using the screwdriver from the
on-board tools (⇒ fig. 200).
3.Detach the number plate light.
4.Press on the connector lock in the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 216 Aand pull out the connector.Separate the attachment tabs from the rear panel of the number plate
light by pressing.
5.Rotate the lamp holder in the direction of the arrow
⇒ fig. 216 B and
extract it with the lamp.Take the lamp holder out of the number plate light.
6.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
7.Insert the lamp holder into the number plate light and rotate all the
way in the opposite direction to the arrow ⇒ fig. 216 B.Insert the lamp holder into the number plate light.
8.Plug the connector into the lamp holder.Press on the attachment tabs. The lamp holder must be firmly attached
to the number plate light.
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Starting assistance
Introduction
If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery, the battery of an-
other vehicle can be used to start the engine. Before starting, check the
magic eye on the battery ⇒ page 292.
For starting assistance, jump lead cables conforming to the standard
DIN 72553 are required (see the cable manufacturer instructions). The jump
lead cable must be at least 25 mm 2
in section (0.038 inches 2
) for petrol en-
gines, and 35 mm 2
(0.054 inches 2
) for diesel engines.
For vehicles whose battery is not in the engine compartment, the jump
leads should only be connected to the starting assistance connection
points in the engine compartment.
Additional information and warnings:
● Starter assist systems (Start-Stop function) ⇒ page 196
● Working in the engine compartment ⇒ page 279
● Selective Catalytic Reduction (AdBlue) ⇒ page 275
● Vehicle battery ⇒ page 292
WARNING
Incorrect use of jump leads and incorrectly jump starting could cause the
battery to explode resulting in serious injury. Please observe the follow-
ing rules to minimise the risk of a battery explosion:
● All work involving the vehicle battery and electrical system can cause
corrosion, fire and serious electric shocks. Always read and take into ac-
count the safety warnings and standards before beginning work on the
battery ⇒ page 292, Vehicle battery.
WARNING (Continued)
● The battery providing current must have the same voltage (12V) and
approximately the same capacity (see markings on battery) as the flat
battery.
● Never charge a frozen or recently thawed battery. A flat battery can al-
so freeze at temperatures close to 0 °C (+32 °F).
● If a battery is frozen and/or has been frozen then it must be replaced.
● A highly explosive mixture of gases is released when the battery is
being charged. Always keep lit cigarettes, open flames, sparks and fire
far from the battery. Never use a mobile telephone when connecting and
removing the jump leads.
● Charge the battery only in well ventilated areas given that when the
battery is charged by outside assistance, it creates a mix of highly explo-
sive gases.
● Jump leads should never enter into contact with moving parts in the
engine compartment.
● Never switch the positive and negative poles or connect the jump
leads incorrectly.
● Note the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the jump leads.
CAUTION
To avoid considerable damage to the vehicle electrical system, note the fol-
lowing carefully:
● If the jump leads are incorrectly connected, this could result in a short
circuit.
● The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow
as soon as the positive terminals are connected. 
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