2012 Seat Alhambra clock

12Safe driving
Correct sitting position
Fig. 1 The correct dis-
tance between the driver
and the steering wheel
must be at least 25 cm
(10 inches).
Fig. 2 Correct belt web
and head restraint posi-
tions.
The correct sitting positions for the driver and passengers are shown below.
If you physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the correct sitting
position, contact a Technical Service for help with any special devices. The seat belt and airbag can only provide optimum protection if a correct sitting
position is adopted. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an acci-
dent or sudden braking or manoeuvre, SEAT recommend the following posi-
tions:
Valid for all vehicle occupants:
●
Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same level as
the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same level as the top of
your head and under no circumstances below eye level. Keep the back of
your neck as close as possible to the head restraint ⇒ fig. 1 and ⇒ fig. 2.
● Short people must lower the head restraint completely, even if your
head is below its upper edge.
● Tall people must raise the head restraint completely.
● Adjust the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests com-
pletely against it.
● Always keep your feet in the footwell while the vehicle is in motion.
● Adjust and fasten your seat belt correctly ⇒ page 21.
Also valid for the driver:
● Adjust the steering wheel so that there is a distance of at least 25 cm
(10 inches) between it and your chest ⇒ fig. 1 and so that you can hold the
steering wheel with both hands on the outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock
and 3 o'clock positions with your arms slightly bent.
● The adjusted steering wheel must face your chest and not your face.
● Adjust the driver's seat forwards or backwards so that you are able to
press the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals to the floor with your knees
slightly angled and the distance between your knees and the dash panel is
at least 10 cm (4 inches) ⇒ fig. 1.
● Adjust the height of the driver's seat so that you can easily reach the top
of the steering wheel.
● Keep both feet in the footwell so that you have the vehicle under control
at all times. 

34Airbag system
The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel ⇒ fig. 17 and
the airbag for the front passenger is located in the dash panel ⇒ fig. 18. Air-
bags are identified by the word “AIRBAG”.
When the front airbags are triggered they fill the zones marked in red (de-
ployment area) ⇒ fig. 17. Therefore, objects should never be placed or
mounted in these areas ⇒ 
, Factory-fitted accessories are outside the
range of the front airbag for the driver and the front passenger, e.g. the
baseplate for the mobile phone support.
The airbag covers fold out of the steering wheel or dash panel when the
driver and front passenger airbags are triggered ⇒ fig. 18. The airbag covers
remain connected to the steering wheel or the dash panel.
WARNING
The airbag is deployed at high speed in fractions of a second.
● Always keep the deployment areas of the front airbags free.
● Never secure objects to the covers or in the deployment area of the
airbag modules, e.g. cup holders or phone supports.
● The deployment space between the front passengers and the airbags
must not in any case be occupied by other passenger, pets and objects.
● Never fix any object to the windscreen above the front airbag on the
front passenger side.
● Do not alter, cover or stick anything to the steering wheel hub or the
surface of the airbag module on the passenger side of the dash panel.
WARNING
Front airbags are deployed in front of the steering wheel ⇒ fig. 17 and
the dash panel ⇒ fig. 18.
● When driving, always hold the steering wheel on the outer edge of
the ring with both hands: 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position.
WARNING (Continued)
● Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between
your chest and the hub of the steering wheel. If you physical constitution
prevents you from meeting these requirements, make sure you contact a
specialised workshop.
● Adjust the front passenger's seat so there is as much distance as pos-
sible between the front passenger and the dash panel.

Types of front passenger airbag systems
There are two different SEAT front passenger airbag systems:
ABCharacteristics of the front passen-
ger airbag that can only be disabled
in a specialised workshop.Characteristics of the front passen-
ger airbag that can be disabled
manually ⇒ page 35.
 Name: airbag system Name: airbag system with front
passenger airbag disabling.
 Warning lamp  on the instru-
ment panel. Warning lamp  on the instru-
ment panel.
 Front passenger airbag located in
the dash panel.
 Front passenger airbag located in
the dash panel.
 PASSENGER AIR BAG   warning
lamp on the instrument panel.
 Key switch in the glove compart-
ment on the front passenger side of
the dash panel.


58Cockpit
Details of the instruments ⇒ fig. 35:
Clock set button 1)
.
– Press button 
to select the hour or minute display.
– To continue setting the time, press button 0.0 / SET
7. Hold button
down to scroll through the numbers quickly.
– Press button 
again to end the clock setting.
Rev counter (with the engine running, in thousands of revolutions per
minute).
The beginning of the red zone of the rev counter indicates the maxi-
mum speed in any gear after running-in and with the engine hot. How-
ever, it is advisable to change up a gear or move the selector lever to D
(or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red
zone ⇒ 
.
Engine coolant temperature display  ⇒ page 287.
Displays on the screen ⇒ page 58.
Fuel reserve display ⇒ page 268.
Speedometer.
Reset knob for trip recorder (trip).
– Press button 0.0 / SET
to reset to zero.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the engine, the rev counter needle should only re-
main in the red zone for a short period of time.
For the sake of the environment
Changing up a gear in time reduces fuel consumption and noise. 
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Displays on screen
A variety of information can be viewed on the instrument panel display
⇒ 
fig. 35 4, depending on the vehicle equipment:
● Warning and information texts
● Mileage
● Time
● Ambient temperature
● Compass
● Selector lever positions ⇒ page 176
● Recommended gear (manual gearbox) ⇒ page 176
● Multifunction display (MFI) and menus for different setting options
⇒ page 62
● Service interval display ⇒ page 61
● Second speed display (menu Configuration) ⇒ page 62
● Start/Stop operation indicator ⇒ page 59
Warning and information texts
The system runs a check on certain components and functions when the ig-
nition is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. Faults in the opera-
tion are displayed on the screen using red and yellow symbols and messag-
es on the instrument panel display ( ⇒ page 54) and, in some cases, with
audible warnings. The display may vary according to the type of instrument
panel fitted. 
1)
Depending on the vehicle equipment, it is also possible to set the time using the settings
menu on the instrument panel display ⇒ page 67.

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Cockpit
Calibrating compass
To calibrate the compass you must be in one of the valid magnetic zones
with sufficient space to be able to trace a circumference with the vehicle.
● Switch the ignition on.
● Select the Settings menu followed by the option Compass and Calibrate.
● Confirm the message Describe a complete circumference to calibrate the
compass with OK
and then trace a complete circumference driving at ap-
proximately 10 km/h (6 mph).
When the corresponding cardinal point is displayed, the calibration is com-
plete. 
Service interval display
The inspection display appears on the instrument panel ⇒ fig. 35 4.
SEAT makes a difference between services with engine oil change (Mainte-
nance Service) and services without engine oil change (Inspection Service).
The service interval display only gives information for service dates which
involve an engine oil change. The dates of the remaining services (for exam-
ple, the next Inspection Service or change of brake fluid) are listed on the
label attached to the door strut, or even in the Maintenance Programme.
In vehicles with Services established by time or mileage , the service inter-
vals are already pre-defined.
In vehicles with LongLife Service , the intervals are determined individually.
Technical progress has made it possible to considerably reduce servicing re-
quirements. The technology used by SEAT ensures that your vehicle only
has an maintenance service when it is necessary. To establish when the
Maintenance Service is due (max. 2 years), the vehicle's conditions of use
and individual driving styles are considered. The service pre-warning first
appears 20 days before the date established for the corresponding service.
The kilometres remaining until the next service are always rounded up to the nearest 100 km and the remaining time is given in complete days. The
current service message cannot be viewed until 500 km after the last serv-
ice. Prior to this only lines are visible on the display.
Inspection reminder
When the Service date is approaching, when the ignition is switched on a
Service reminder is displayed.
In vehicles without text messages
, a spanner is displayed on the instrument
panel  with a figure given in km. The number of kilometres shown is the
maximum number that may be driven until the next service. After a few sec-
onds,the display mode changes. A clock symbol appears and the number of
days until the next service appointment is due.
In vehicles with text messages , Service in --- km or --- days is displayed on
the instrument panel.
Service due
After the service date, an audible warning is given when the ignition is
switched on and the spanner displayed on the screen flashes for a few sec-
onds. In vehicles with text messages , Service in --- km or --- days is dis-
played on the instrument panel.
Reading a service notification
With the ignition switched on, the engine off and the vehicle at a standstill,
the current service notification can be read:
● Press the button 
on the instrument panel several times until the
spanner symbol is displayed .
● ALTERNATIVELY: select the Settings menu.
● From the Service submenu, select the option Info.
When the service date has past , a minus sign is displayed in front of the
number of kilometres or days. In vehicles with text messages the following
is displayed: Service --- km or --- days ago . 
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Cockpit
MenuFunctionAverage fuel con-
sumptionWhen the ignition is switched on, the average con-
sumption (in l/100 km or in mpg) is displayed after
the vehicle has moved approximately 100 metres
(328 feet). Otherwise horizontal lines are displayed.
The value shown is updated approximately every 5
seconds.
Distance to emptyApproximate distance in km (or miles) that can still
be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank, as-
suming the same style of driving is maintained. This
is calculated using the current fuel consumption.
Distance coveredDistance travelled, after ignition is switched on, in
km (or miles).
Average speedAfter the ignition is switched on, the average speed
will be shown after a distance of approximately 100
metres (328 feet) has been travelled. Otherwise hori-
zontal lines are displayed. The value shown is upda-
ted approximately every 5 seconds.
Digital display of
speedCurrent speed displayed digitally.
Oil temperature digi-
tal displayUpdated engine oil temperature digital display
Speed warning to ---
km/hIf the stored speed is exceeded (between 30 -
250 km/h, or 18 - 155 mph), an audible warning is
given together with a visual warning.
Changing between display modes
● In vehicles without multifunction steering wheel: press the lever.
● Vehicles with a multifunction steering wheel: press 
or .
Storing a speed for the speed warning
● Select the display Speed warning at --- km/h .
● Press OK
to store the current speed and switch off the warning. ●
In addition, set the required speed by pressing the rocker switch on the
windscreen wiper lever or buttons 
or  on the multifunction steering
wheel for 5 seconds. Next, press OK again or wait a few seconds. The
speed is stored and the warning activated.
● To switch off , press OK
. The stored speed is deleted.
Manually erasing memory 1 or 2
● Select the memory to be erased.
● Press and hold OK
for approximately two seconds.
Personalising the displays
It is possible to select which of the displays in the multifunction display you
wish to see on the instrument panel in the settings menu. The units of
measurement can also be modified ⇒ page 67. 
Configuration Menu
Configuration MenuFunction
Multifunction
display dataConfiguration of the multifunction display data that you
wish to see on the instrument panel display ⇒ page 66.
CompassChanging the magnetic region and calibration of the com-
pass. To calibrate the compass, please follow the instruc-
tions given on the instrument panel display.
ConvenienceChanging vehicle convenience functions ⇒ page 68.Lights & visi-
bilityConfiguration of vehicle lighting ⇒ page 69.
TimeChanging the hours and minutes of the clock and the navi-
gation system. The time can be set here and the choice
can be made between the 24 hour and 12 hour display.
The S in the upper part of the display indicates that the
clock is set to summer time. 
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Seats and storage compartments
Other storage compartments
Fig. 114 In the luggage
compartment: Side stor-
age compartment.
Fig. 115 Other compart-
ments in the luggage
compartment floor
Side compartments in the luggage compartment
There are other compartments ⇒ fig. 114 1
and 2 in the side of the lug-
gage compartment. To open the compartment 1, turn the catch clockwise.
To open the compartment 2, lift the cover. The factory-fitted
CD changercan be located in the storage compartment
1
.. The cover of the compart-
ment 1 can be used to safely store the covers of the rear shelf supports.
Compartments in the luggage compartment floor
More storage compartments can be found in the luggage compartment
floor.
FunctionNecessary operationsOpen the front compartment
⇒ fig. 115 3:
Pull the front of the luggage compart-
ment floor back using the handle.
Open the rear compartment
⇒ fig. 115 4:
Lift the rear of the luggage compart-
ment floor using the handle.
Keeping the rear compartment
open: Move the hook at the rear right of the
luggage compartment and hook the lug-
gage compartment floor onto it
⇒ page 126.
Closing the compartment:
 Push back the hook and push the rear
of the luggage compartment floor 4
down.

Fold the front part of the luggage com-
partment floor forwards 3
.
Other storage compartments:
●
in the centre console, front and rear.
● in the door trims, front and rear.
● Coat hooks on the central door pillars and on the rear roof handles.
● Bag hook in the luggage compartment ⇒ page 126.
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Driving
WARNING
The counter steering assistance system combined with ESC helps the
driver to steer the vehicle in critical driving conditions. At all times, it is
the driver who steers the vehicle. The counter steering system does not
steer the vehicle.

Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 127 Mechanical
steering wheel adjust-
ment.
Adjust the steering wheel before your trip and only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
● Push the lever ⇒ fig. 127 1
downwards.
● Adjust the steering wheel so that you can hold onto the steering wheel
with both hands on the outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock
positions and your arms slightly bent.
● Push the lever firmly upwards until it is flush to the steering column
⇒ 
.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the steering wheel adjustment function and an incorrect
adjustment of the steering wheel can result in severe or fatal injury.
● After adjusting the steering column, push the lever 1
firmly upwards
to ensure the steering wheel does not accidentally change position while
driving.
● Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion. If you
need to adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion, stop
safely and make the proper adjustment.
● The adjusted steering wheel should be facing your chest and not your
face so as not to hinder the driver's frontal airbag protection in the event
of an accident.
● When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the
outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions to reduce inju-
ries when the driver's frontal airbag deploys.
● Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position or in any oth-
er manner (e.g. in the centre of the steering wheel). In such cases, if the
driver's airbag deploys, you may sustain injuries to your arms, hands and
head.

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270Checking and refilling levels
WARNING
Driving with insufficient fuel reserve could result in the vehicle breaking
down in traffic and a serious accident.
● If the fuel level is too low then the fuel supply to the engine can be-
come irregular especially on slopes.
● If the engine “is choked” or stalls due to lack of or irregularity of the
fuel supply, the power steering as well as all of the driver assistance sys-
tems including braking assistance will stop working.
● Always refuel when there is only one quarter of the fuel tank left to
avoid running out of fuel.
CAUTION
● Always pay attention to any lit lamps and to the corresponding descrip-
tions and instructions to avoid damage to the vehicle.
● Never run the tank completely dry. An irregular fuel supply may lead to
ignition faults and unburnt fuel could enter the exhaust system. This could
damage the catalytic converter filter or the diesel particulate filter!
Note
The arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on the instrument panel ⇒ fig. 164
indicates the side of the vehicle on which the tank flap is located. Filling the tank with petrol or diesel
Fig. 165 Open tank flap
with tank cap attached to
the holder.
Before refuelling, always turn off the engine, the ignition, mobile tele-
phones, auxiliary heating and keep them off during refuelling.
Unscrewing the tank cap
● The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.
● Press the rear of the tank flap to open it.
● Unscrew the tank cap anti-clockwise and insert it in the hole in the tank
flap hinge ⇒ fig. 165.
Refilling
The correct petrol type for the vehicle is located on a sticker inside the fuel
tank flap ⇒ page 271.
● If the automatic filler nozzle is operated correctly, it will switch itself off
as soon as the tank is full ⇒ 
.
● Do not continue to refuel if it is turned off! Otherwise, this will fill the ex-
pansion chamber and fuel may leak out if the ambient conditions are warm. 