2013 Seat Alhambra buttons

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Cockpit
Operating instructions Cockpit
Overview Overview of the dash panel
This overview will help you to familiarise yourself with the
controls and displays. Door release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Central lock button    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Switch for adjusting the exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
– Exterior mirror adjustment     
– Heated exterior mirrors 
– Folding exterior mirrors 
Instrument panel controls and lighting control  . . . . . . . . . . .95
Headlamp range adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Light switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
– Light off - -
– Automatic dipped beam headlight control - -
– Side/dipped lights  
– Fog lights  
Controls on the multi-function steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
– Volume control for radio, navigation system and phone
conversations  – 
– Radio mute or voice control activation 
1
23
456
7
–
Activate telephone main menu or accept an incoming call

– SEAT information system control buttons , , OK, 
Lever for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
– Main beam headlights 
– Headlight flasher 
– Turn signals 
– Parking lights 
Instrument panel:
– Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
– Digital display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
– Control and warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Horn (works only when the ignition is on)/Front driver airbag 32
Windscreen wiper/ windscreen wash lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
– Windscreen wipers  – 
– Intermittent wipe 
– “Brief wipe” x
– Windscreen wipers 
– Automatic windscreen wash/wipe 
– Rear window wiper 
– Automatic rear window wash/wipe 
– Lever with buttons for controlling the SEAT information
system - , / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Left seat heating controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
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The service interval display is reset
If the service was not carried out by a Technical Service, the display can be
reset as follows:
In vehicles with text messages:Select the Settings menu.In the submenu Service, select the option Reset.Confirm with OK when requested to do so by the system.
In vehicles without text messages:Switch the ignition off.Press and hold the 0.0 / SET button.Switch the ignition back on.Release the 0.0 / SET button and, press  for the next 20 seconds.
Do not reset the indicator to zero between two intervals, otherwise the dis-
play will be incorrect.
If, while the LongLife service is valid, the service interval display is reset to
zero, the “service will be activated by time or mileage”. The service interval
is no longer calculated individually
⇒ Booklet Maintenance Programme.
Note
● The service message disappears after a few seconds, when the engine is
started or when OK
is pressed.
● In vehicles with the LongLife system in which the battery has been dis-
connected for a long period of time, it is not possible to calculate the date
of the next service. Therefore the service interval display may not be correct.
In this case, please check the maximum permitted service intervals ⇒ Book-
let Maintenance Programme. SEAT information system
Introduction
With the ignition switched on, it is possible to read the different functions of
the display by scrolling through the menus.
In vehicles with a multifunction steering wheel, there are no buttons on the
windscreen wiper lever. The multifunction display can only be controlled
from the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel.
The number of menus displayed on the instrument panel will vary according
to the vehicle electronics and equipment.
A specialised dealer will be able to programme or modify additional func-
tions, according to the vehicle equipment. SEAT recommends visiting a
Technical Service.
Some menu options can only be read when the vehicle is at a standstill.
As long as a priority 1 warning is displayed, it will not be possible to read
the menus. To display the menus, confirm the warning by pressing OK
.
Additional information and warnings:
● Exterior mirrors ⇒ page 110
● Auxiliary heating ⇒ page 164
WARNING
Any distraction may lead to an accident, with the risk of injury.
● Do not read the instrument panel menus when driving.
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Cockpit
Using the menus on the instrument panel
Fig. 37 In vehicles with-
out multifunction steer-
ing wheel: On the wind-
screen washer lever: but-
ton A
to confirm the
menu point and rocker
switch B
to change the
menu
Fig. 38 Right side of
multifunction steering
wheel: Buttons to access
the instrument panel me-
nus
Enabling the main menu
● Switch the ignition on.
● If a message or vehicle symbol is displayed, press OK
(⇒ 
Fig. 37 A or
⇒ Fig. 38). ●
If managed from the windscreen wiper lever: the main menu list is dis-
played.
● If managed from the multifunction steering wheel: the main menu list is
not displayed. To scroll through the options of the main menu, press the ar-
row keys 
or  several times
⇒ page 66.
Select a submenu
● Press the rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 37 B
upwards or downwards, or, on the
multifunction steering wheel, the arrow keys  or , until reaching the re-
quired menu option.
● The selected option is displayed between two horizontal lines. In addi-
tion, a triangle is displayed on the right .
● To select the submenu, press OK
.
Making changes according to the menu
● Use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever or the arrow keys on
the multifunction steering wheel to make the required modifications. If the
switch or keys are held down, the scroll speed is faster (fast forward or re-
turn).
● Mark or confirm the selected option with OK
.
Returning to the main menu
● Via the menu: in the submenu, select the option Return to exit the sub-
menu.
● If managed from the windscreen wiper lever: hold down the rocker
switch.
● If managed from the multifunction steering wheel: press button 
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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.
Fuel rangeApproximate 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 instrument panel
clock and the navigation 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 indi-
cates that the clock is set to summer time. 
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76Opening and closing
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 rear lid.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 rear lid.
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
turn signals will blink.
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked with the key. If you
unlock the vehicle without opening any doors or the rear lid, 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 "Panoramic sliding sunroof: operation" ⇒ page 92.

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Opening and closing
Electric child safety lock
Fig. 51 In the driver
door: electric child safety
locks buttons
The electric child safety lock avoids opening and locking of the sliding door
and its electric windows from the inside so that children cannot accidentally
open the door while the vehicle is being driven. Using the left-hand side
⇒  Fig. 51 1
or right-hand side 2 button, the childproof lock is activated
on the left hand side or right-hand side respectively.
Turning on and off the electric child safety
FunctionNecessary operationsTo switch system on:Press the button 1 o 2.To switch system off:Press the button again.
The yellow control lamp
 indicates that the function is on for the corre-
sponding button.
WARNING
When the electric child safety function is activated, the sliding door can
be opened from the outside only.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle if the
doors are to be locked. Therefore, passengers will be locked inside the
vehicle. They could be trapped in the car in an emergency and will not be
able to get themselves to safety. 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.
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Rear lid
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Central locking ⇒ page 74
● Transporting ⇒ page 13
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 317
WARNING
Careless and unsuitable locking, opening and closing of the rear lid can
cause accidents and serious injury.
● Open and close the rear lid only when nobody is in the way.
● Do not close the rear lid by pushing it down with your hand on the
rear window. The rear window could break and cause injury. 
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Opening and closing
Opening the rear lid
● Press and hold the 
button on the vehicle key until the rear lid opens
automatically.
● OR: Press and hold the 
button on the centre console for approxi-
mately 1 second ⇒ Fig. 52.
● ALTERNATIVELY: Press the ⇒ Fig. 53 rear lid button (arrow).
In case of difficulty or obstruction, automatic opening of the rear lid is inter-
rupted.
Electronically opening the rear lid does not work when a trailer is electrically
connected and hitched to a factory fitted tow hitch ⇒ page 236.
The rear lid can be opened manually by applying more force.
Closing the rear lid
● Press and hold the 
button on the vehicle key for approximately 1
second.
● OR: Press and hold the 
button on the centre console for approxi-
mately 1 second ⇒ Fig. 52.
● OR: Press the ⇒ Fig. 53 rear lid button (arrow).
● Press the button 
on the open rear lid ⇒ Fig. 55 ⇒ .
● Manually push the rear lid down to close it.
The rear lid will move down to the closed position to close and lock itself
automatically using the power-close feature ⇒ 
.
In case of difficulty or obstruction, automatic closing of the rear lid is inter-
rupted and it will open slightly.
Check why the rear lid could not close.
Attempt to close it once more. Interrupting the opening and closing process
Rear lid opening and closing can be stopped by pressing one of the

but-
tons. Each time one of the  buttons is pressed, the rear lid moves to its
initial position.
Then, it can be opened or closed by hand. To do this, apply a little more
force.
Memorising the opening angle
The rear lid must be at least half open to memorise an opening angle.
● Stop automatic opening in the opening position required ⇒ page 87.
● Hold down the button ⇒ Fig. 55 with the rear lid open for at least three
seconds. The opening angle is memorised.
Memorisation is confirmed by blinking of the hazard warning lights and an
audible warning.
To be opened completely, the opening angle must be memorised once
more.
● Release the rear lid and open it to the memorised height.
● Push the rear lid all the way up. To do this, apply a little more force.
● Hold down the button ⇒ Fig. 55 with the rear lid open for at least three
seconds.
● The opening angle is reset to the original factory setting.
WARNING
Unsuitable or careless closing and locking of the rear lid could cause se-
rious injuries.
● Never allow children to play inside or around the vehicle without su-
pervision, especially if the rear lid is open. Children could enter the lug-
gage compartment, close the rear lid and become trapped. A locked vehi-
cle can be subjected to extremely high and low temperatures, depending
on the time of year, thus causing serious injuries/illness and even death. 
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WARNING
It is possible that the rear lid does not open completely or, if it is open,
closes alone if a large amount of snow has built up on it or if a luggage
rack is fitted. In this case, the rear lid must be supported.
CAUTION
● When using a trailer, ensure that there is sufficient space to open and
close the rear lid.
● Before opening the rear lid, any kind of equipment carrier should be re-
moved, for example a bicycle carrier.
CAUTION
In case of repeated short-term use, the system is turned off to avoid over-
heating.
● When it has cooled, it may be used once again. During this time, the
rear lid may be manually opened or closed applying a little more effort.
● If the vehicle battery is disconnected or the fuse blows when the rear lid
is open, the rear lid system must be re-initialised. To do this, close the rear
lid.
Note
Before closing the rear lid, make sure that the key has not been left inside
the luggage compartment. Electric windows
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● SEAT information system ⇒  page 62
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 74
WARNING
Careless use of the electric windows can cause serious injury.
● Only operate the electric windows when nobody is in the way.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle if the
doors are to be locked. The windows cannot be opened in case of an
emergency.
● Always take all the keys with you whenever you leave the vehicle. Af-
ter turning off the ignition, the windows can be opened and closed for a
short time using the buttons on the door as long as the driver door or
passenger side door is not open.
● When transporting children in the rear seats, always deactivate the
rear electric windows with the child safety lock so that they cannot be
opened and closed.
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