2013 Seat Alhambra radio

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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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Radio or navigation system (fitted at factory) ⇒ Booklet Ra-
dio or ⇒ Booklet Navigation system
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Hazard warning lights switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Switches for:
– Electronic manual air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
– Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Right seat heating controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Button for:
– Anti-slip regulation (ASR)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
– Start/stop operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
– Parking distance warning system (Park Pilot)  . . . . . . . . . . 199
– Park Assist system  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
– Tyre pressure monitor   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
– Opening the rear lid  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
– Opening and closing of electric sliding doors  . . . . . . . . . 80
Locking lever to open glove compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Position of passenger front airbag on the dash panel . . . . . . .32
Key-operated switch in glove compartment for deactivating
front passenger front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Passenger front airbag off warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Lever for:
– Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
– Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
12 Volt power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Auto Hold Switch - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Electronic parking brake switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Steering column adjustment lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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192021
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Fuse box cover
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Lever for:
– Cruise control system (CCS)  –  –  –  / -
- / -- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Open bonnet lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Controls for:
– Electric windows  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
– Childproof locks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Note
● Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certain
model versions or are optional extras.
● In versions with the steering wheel on the right, the layout of the control
elements is somewhat different. But the symbols assigned to the controls
correspond to the symbols used in the versions with the steering wheel on
the left 
Instrument panel Control and warning lamps
The control and warning lamps are indicators of warnings, ⇒ , faults ⇒ or certain functions. Some control and warning lamps come on when the ig-
nition is switched on, and switch off when the engine starts running, or
while driving.
Depending on the model, additional text messages may be viewed on the
instrument panel display. These may be purely informative or they may be
advising of the need for action ⇒ page 57, Instruments. 
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Cockpit
Summary of the menu structure
■ Multifunction display (MFI) ⇒ page 66
■ Journey duration
■ Current fuel consumption
■ Average fuel consumption
■ Fuel range
■ Distance covered
■ Average speed
■ Digital display of speed
■ Oil temperature digital display
■ Speed warning
■ Audio ⇒ Booklet Radio or ⇒ Booklet navigation system
■ Navigation ⇒ Booklet Navigation system
■ Auxiliary heating ⇒ page 164
■ Activation
■ Programme On / Off
■ Disconnection
■ Timer 1-3
■ Day
■ Time
■ Minute
■ Activate
■ Duration
■ Operating mode
■ Heat
■ Ventilation
■ Day
■ Default setting
■ Vehicle condition ⇒  page 66 ■
Configuration ⇒ page 67
■ Multifunction display data
■ Journey duration
■ Current fuel consumption
■ Average fuel consumption
■ Distance covered
■ Fuel range
■ Average speed
■ Digital display of speed
■ Speed warning
■ Compass
■ Convenience ⇒ page 68
■ Open door
■ Manual
■ automatic mode
■ Anti-theft alarm confirmation On / Off
■ Handling windows
■ Off
■ All
■ Driver
■ Mirror adjustment On / Off
■ Rear vision mirror adjustment
■ Synchronised
■ Individual
■ Default setting
■ Lights & visibility ⇒ page 69
■ Coming Home
■ Leaving Home
■ Footwell light
■ Convenience turn signals On / Off
■ Default setting
■ Tourist light On / Off 
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Main menu
MenuFunctionSeeMFIInformation and possible configurations of
the multifunction display (MFI).⇒ page 66
AudioIf the radio is on, the station is displayed.
In CD mode, the current CD is played.⇒ Booklet Ra-
dio or ⇒ Book- let navigation system
NavigationNavigation system information:
when the navigation to destination is on,
change of direction arrows and a proximity
bar are displayed. These symbols are similar
to those used in the navigation system.
If navigation to destination is not on, the di-
rection of travel (compass) and the name of
the street on which you are driving are dis-
played.⇒ Book-
let Navigation system
Parking
heatingInformation and configurations of the park-
ing heating:
switching the parking heating on or off. Se-
lect the operating mode and duration.⇒ page 164
Vehicle con-
ditionCurrent warning or information texts.
This option only appears when one of the
following texts is available. The number of
available messages is displayed. Example
1/1 or 2/2.⇒ page 57
SettingsDifferent setting options, for example, the
Convenience, Lighting & Visibility menus,
and the time, speed warning with winter
tyres, language, units of measurement, or
“Display off”.⇒ page 67
 MFI (multifunction display) menu
The multifunction display (MFI) has two automatic memories:
1 - Partial
memory and 2 - Total memory . The selected memory will be shown in the
upper right-hand corner of the display.
With the ignition switched on, and memory 1 or 2 displayed, briefly press OK to change from one memory to another.
1
Trip memo-
ry (for a
single jour-
ney).
The memory stores the values for the journey and the con-
sumption from the moment the ignition is switched on un-
til it is switched off again.
If the journey is broken for more than two hours, the mem-
ory is automatically erased. If the journey is continued in
less than two hours after the ignition is switched off, the
new data is added to the data already stored in the memo-
ry.
2Total mem-
ory (for all
journeys).
The memory records the values for a specific number of
partial trips, up to a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes or 99
hours and 59 minutes, or 1999.9 km (or miles) for
9999 km (or miles), depending on the model of instrument
panel. On reaching either of these limits, the memory is
automatically erased and starts to count from 0 again.
Possible displays
MenuFunctionJourney durationThis indicates the hours (h) and minutes (min) since
the ignition was switched on.
Current fuel con-
sumptionThe current fuel consumption while driving is dis-
played in l/100 km (or miles per gallon, mpg); when
the engine is running but the vehicle is not moving,
in l/h (or gallons per hour). 

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Vehicle keys
With the vehicle key ⇒ Fig. 39 or ⇒ Fig. 40 the vehicle may be locked or un-
locked remotely.
The vehicle key includes an emitter and batteries. The receiver is in the inte-
rior of the vehicle. The range of the vehicle key with remote control and new
batteries is several metres around the vehicle.
If it is not possible to open or close the vehicle using the remote control key,
this should be re-synchronised ⇒ page 74 or the battery changed
⇒ page 73.
Different keys belonging to the vehicle may be used.
Folding the key shaft in and out
When the button is pressed, the key shaft is released and unfolds.
To fold it press the button and fold the key shaft in until it locks in place.
Duplicate keys
To obtain a spare key and other vehicle keys, the vehicle chassis number is
required.
Each new key must contain a microchip and be coded with the data from the
vehicle electronic immobiliser. A vehicle key will not work if it does not con-
tain microchip or the microchip has not been encoded. This is also true for
keys cut for the vehicle.
The vehicle keys or new spare keys can be obtained from a Technical Serv-
ice, a specialised workshop or approved key service qualified to create this
kind of key.
New keys or spare keys must be synchronised before use ⇒ page 74.
CAUTION
All of the vehicle keys contain electronic components. Protect the vehicle
keys from damage, impacts and humidity.
Note
● Only use the key button when you require the corresponding function.
Pushing the button unnecessarily could accidentally unlock the vehicle or
trigger the alarm. It is also possible even when you are outside the radius of
action.
● Key operation can be greatly influenced by overlapping radio signals
around the vehicle working in the same range of frequencies (for example,
radio transmitters, mobile telephones).
● Obstacles between the remote control and the vehicle, bad weather con-
ditions and discharged batteries can considerably reduce the range of the
remote control. 

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Seats and storage
Loading the roof carrier system
Loads can only be correctly secured when the roof carrier system is correctly
fitted ⇒ .
Maximum authorised roof load
The maximum authorised roof load is 100 kg (about 220 lbs). The roof load
includes the roof carrier system and the load being transported ⇒ 
.
Always check the roof carrier system weight and the weight of the load to be
transported and, if necessary, weigh them. Never exceed the maximum au-
thorised roof load.
If you are using a roof carrier with a lower weight rating, you cannot trans-
port the maximum roof load. Do not exceed the maximum weight limit for
the roof carrier given in the fitting instructions.
Distributing a load
Uniformly distribute loads and secure them correctly ⇒ 
.
Check attachments
After fitting the base supports and the roof carrier system, always check the
attachments after a short trip or at regular intervals.
WARNING
Exceeding the maximum authorised roof load can result in accidents
and/or vehicle damage.
● Always respect the maximum authorised weight for the roof, the max-
imum authorised weight on the axles and the total maximum authorised
weight of the vehicle.
● Never exceed the capacity of the roof carrier system even if this is
less than the maximum authorised roof load.
● Secure heavy objects towards the front and distribute the load even-
ly.
WARNING
Loose and incorrectly secured loads can fall from the roof carrier system
causing accidents and injury.
● Always use suitable ropes and straps in good condition.
● Always secure loads correctly.

Storage compartments Introduction
Storage compartments must only be used to store light or small objects.
The front central armrest compartment houses the factory-fitted AUX-IN or
multimedia (MEDIA-IN) connection sockets.
The factory-fitted CD changer is located in the left-hand storage compart-
ment of the luggage compartment.
Additional information and warnings:
● Child seats (accessories) ⇒ page 40
● Luggage compartment ⇒ page 126
● Care and cleaning of the vehicle interior ⇒ page 252
● ⇒ Booklet Radio or ⇒  Booklet navigation system 
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WARNING
Improper use of the power sockets or electrical devices could lead to a
fire and cause serious injuries.
● Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. The power sockets
and equipment connected to them can be used when the ignition is
switched on.
● Should a connected electrical device overheat, switch it off and un-
plug it immediately.
CAUTION
● To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical system, never connect equip-
ment that generates electrical current, such as solar panels or battery charg-
ers, to the 12 Volt power sockets in order to charge the vehicle's battery.
● Only use accessories with approved electromagnetic compatibility ac-
cording to current regulations.
● To avoid damage due to voltage variations, switch off all appliances con-
nected to the 12 V power sockets before switching the ignition on or off and
before starting the engine.
● Never connect an appliance to the 12 Volt power socket that consumes
more than the power indicated in watts. Exceeding the maximum power ab-
sorption could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
For the sake of the environment
Do not leave the engine running when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Note
● Using electrical appliances with the engine stopped and the ignition
switched on will drain the battery.
● Unshielded equipment can cause interference on the radio equipment
and the vehicle's electrical system.
● Interference can occur on the radio's AM waveband if electrical applian-
ces are used near the rear window aerial. 
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Air conditioning
Air conditioner
Introduction
Viewing Climatronic information
The factory-fitted radio or navigation system screen briefly displays informa-
tion relating to Climatronic.
The units of temperature measurement is displayed on the factory-installed
radio or navigation system and, depending on the vehicle equipment, can
be set using the Configuration menu on the instrument panel.
Additional information and warnings:
● SEAT information system ⇒ page 62
● Windscreen wash system ⇒ page 105
● Auxiliary heating ⇒ page 164
● Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒ page 245
WARNING
Reduced visibility through the windows increases the risk of serious acci-
dents.
● Ensure that all windows are free of ice and snow and that they are not
fogged up preventing a clear view of everything outside.
● The maximum heat output required to defrost windows quickly is only
available when the engine has reached its normal running temperature.
Only drive when you have good visibility.
WARNING (Continued)
● Always ensure that you use the air conditioner and heated rear win-
dow to maintain good visibility.
● Never leave the air recirculation on for a long period of time. If the
cooling system is switched off and air recirculation mode switched on,
the windows can mist over very quickly, considerably limiting visibility.
● Switch air recirculation mode off when it is not required.
WARNING
Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and reduce driver concentration
possibly resulting in a serious accident.
● Never leave the fresh air fan turned off or use the air recirculation for
long periods of time; the air in the vehicle interior will not be refreshed.
CAUTION
● Switch the air conditioner off if you think it may be broken. This will
avoid additional damage. Have the air conditioner checked by a specialised
workshop.
● Repairs to the air conditioner require specialist knowledge and special
tools. SEAT recommends visiting a Technical Service.
● Do not smoke when air recirculation is switched on in vehicles with an
air conditioner. The smoke taken in could lie on the cooling system vaporis-
er and on the activated charcoal cartridge of the dust and pollen filter, lead-
ing to a permanently unpleasant smell. 