2013 Seat Leon SC heating

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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 SEAT Official Service.
Note
● When the cooling system is turned off, air coming from the outside will
not be dried. To prevent fogging of the windows, SEAT recommends leaving
the cooling system (compressor) turned on. To do this, press the button 
.
The button lamp should light up.
● The maximum heat output required to defrost windows as quickly as
possible is only available when the engine has reached its normal running
temperature.
● Keep the air intake slots in front of the windscreen free of snow, ice and
leaves to ensure heating and cooling are not impaired, and to prevent the
windows from misting over. Air conditioner controls
Fig. 113 In the centre console: Climatronic controls
To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button. Press the but-
ton again to switch off the function.
The LED on each control lights up to indicate that the respective function of
a control has been switched on.
Control but- tonAdditional information. Climatronic.
1TemperatureThe left and right sides can be adjusted separately. Rotate
the control to adjust the temperature accordingly.
2FanThe power of the fan is automatically adjusted. The fan is
also adjusted manually by turning the control.
3Air distribu-tionThe airflow adjusts automatically for comfort. You can also
switch it on manually using the buttons 3.
4Indications on the temperature display screen selected for
the right and left sides.
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Air conditioning
Control but-
tonAdditional information. Climatronic.

Defrost function. The air drawn in from outside the vehicle
is directed at the windscreen and air recirculation is auto-
matically switched off. To defrost the windscreen more
quickly, the air is dehumidified at temperatures over ap-
proximately +3 °C (+38 °F) and the fan runs at maximum
output.
The air is directed at the chest of driver and passengers by
the dash panel air vents.
Air distribution towards the footwell.
Upward air distribution.

Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is
running and switches off automatically after a maximum of
10 minutes.
Air recirculation ⇒ page 160.
 Buttons for seat heating ⇒ page 130.
Press the button to switch on or off the cooling system.
 
Press the button to make maximum cooling capacity avail-
able. The recirculation of air and the cooling system turn
on automatically and air distribution adjusts automatically
to the position  .
Control but-
tonAdditional information. Climatronic.

Transfer the driver side temperature settings to the pas-
senger side: when the button lamp is lit , the tempera-
ture settings on the driver side also apply to the passenger
side. Press the button or the temperature control on the
passenger side in order to change the temperature on that
side. The button lamp is lit.

Automatic adjustment of temperature, fan, and air distribu-
tion. Press the button to switch on the function. The button
will light up 
.

When the configuration button  is pressed the air con-
ditioner management menu will be shown on the Easy
Connect system screen.
Switching offTurn the fan control to the 0 position or press the button .
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.

Adjust through the Easy Connect system* 1)
In the Easy Connect system it is also possible to perform various adjust-
ments to the Climatronic.

1)
Applies to vehicles with a Touch/Colour Media System
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Open the air conditioner menu
● Press the Setup
button
● OR: press the MENU button in Easy Connect. With the rotating switch se-
lect the air conditioner menu and open it.
On the touch screen you can see and change the current settings, for exam-
ple, the temperature set for the driver and passenger sides, the air distribu-
tion and the fan speed. With button 
the driver and passenger side tem-
peratures are synchronised ⇒ Booklet Media System Touch/Colour, chap-
ter Air conditioning.
To switch a function on or off, or to select a submenu, you must press the
corresponding function button.
For more information about functions ⇒ page 79.
Function but-
toneffect
OFFSwitch off and switch on the Climatronic.
SETTINGS
The air conditioning settings submenu is opened. It is
possible to make the following adjustments:
Function button Air conditioning profile.
: to adjust the level of
the fan in AUTO mode. You can choose between low, me-
dium and high.
Function button Automatic air recirculation
to switch on and
off automatic air recirculation ⇒ page 160.
BACK 
function button to close the submenu.
Adjust through the Easy Connect system* 1)
In the Easy Connect system it is also possible to perform various adjust-
ments to the Climatronic. Open the air conditioner menu
● Press the Setup
button
On the top of the screen you can see and change the current settings, such
as, for example, the temperature set for the driver side and for that of pas-
senger. Temperatures up to +22 °C (+72 °F) are shown with blue arrows, and
temperatures over +22 °C (+72 °F) with red arrows.
To switch a function on or off, or to select a submenu, you must press the
corresponding function button.
Function buttoneffectAir conditioning profileAdjust the fan level in AUTO mode. You can choose be-
tween low, medium and high.
OFFClimatronic is switched off.ONClimatronic is switched on.
SETTINGS
The air conditioning settings submenu is opened. It is
possible to make the following adjustments:
Function button Air conditioning profile.
: to adjust the lev-
el of the fan in AUTO mode. You can choose between
low, medium and high.
Function button Automatic air recirculation
to switch on
and off automatic air recirculation ⇒ page 160.
BACK 
function button to close the submenu.
Automatic supple-
mentary heating
Activate/deactivate the automatic activation of the
supplementary heating for colder countries (only for
engines with supplementary heating). With the option
deactivated, depending on the outside temperature
the heating may need more time than normal to reach
a comfortable temperature.

1) Applies to vehicles with a Media System Plus/Navi System

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Air conditioning
Manual air conditioning controls
Fig. 114 In the centre console: Manual air conditioning controls
Control buttonAdditional information. Manual air conditioning system.1TemperatureRotate the control to set the temperature accordingly.
2FanSetting 0: fan and manual air conditioning switched off,
level 6: maximum fan level
3Air distribu- tionRotate the continuous control to direct the airflow to the
desired area.

Defrost function. The airflow is directed at the windscreen.
In this position, air recirculation is automatically switched
off or is not switched on. Increase the fan power to clear
the windscreen of condensation as soon as possible. To
dehumidify the air, the cooling system will automatically
switch on.
The air is directed at the chest of driver and passengers by
the dash panel air vents.
Control buttonAdditional information. Manual air conditioning system.
Distribution of air towards the chest and the footwell area.
Air distribution towards the footwell.
Air distribution towards the windscreen and the footwell.

Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is
running and switches off automatically after a maximum of
10 minutes.
Air recirculation ⇒ page 160.
 Buttons for seat heating ⇒ page 130.
 Turn the control to the position   to make maximum
cooling capacity available. Air recirculation and the cool-
ing system are turned on automatically.
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.
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Heating system and fresh air controls
Fig. 115 In the centre console: heating system and fresh air controls
Control but-
tonAdditional information. Heating and fresh air system
1Temperature
Rotate the control to adjust the temperature accordingly.
The desired temperature for the interior cannot be lower
than that of the exterior air temperature, as the heating
and fresh air system cannot cool or dehumidify the air.
2FanSetting 0: fan, heating and fresh air systems switched off,
level 6: maximum fan level.
3Air distribu-tionRotate the continuous control to direct the airflow to the
desired area.
The airflow is directed at the windscreen.
The air is directed at the chest of driver and passengers by
the dash panel air vents.
Control but- tonAdditional information. Heating and fresh air system
Distribution of air towards the chest and the footwell area.
Air distribution towards the footwell.
Air distribution towards the windscreen and the footwell.

Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is
running and switches off automatically after a maximum of
10 minutes.
Air recirculation ⇒ page 160.
Setting for conditions of optimal visibility
●Disable air recirculation mode.
● Set the fan 2
to setting 1 or 2.
● Turn the temperature control 1 to the desired position.
● Open and direct all the air outlets in the dash panel.
● Turn the air distribution control 3
to the desired position.
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.
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160Air conditioning
Air vents
Fig. 116 On the dash panel: air vents
Air vents
To ensure proper heating, cooling and ventilation in the vehicle interior, air
vents ⇒ Fig. 116 1
should remain open.
● Turn the corresponding thumbwheel (detail) in the required direction to
open and close the air vents. When the thumbwheel is in the  position, the
corresponding air vent is closed.
● Change the air direction using the ventilation grille lever.
There are other additional, non-adjustable air vents in the dash panel 2
, in
the footwell and in the rear area of the interior.
Note
Never place food, medicines or other heat-sensitive objects close to the air
vents. Food, medicine and other heat or cold sensitive objects may be dam-
aged or made unsuitable for use by the air coming from the air vents. Air recirculation
Basic points
Air recirculation:
Manual air recirculation (heating and fresh air system, manual
air conditioning).
Air recirculation mode prevents the ambient air from entering the interior.
When the outside temperature is very high, selecting manual air recircula-
tion mode for a short period refreshes the vehicle interior more quickly.
For safety reasons, air recirculation mode is switched off when the button
 is pressed or the air distributor turned to
.
Switching on and switching off manual air recirculation with air conditioner
(manual) or with the heating and fresh air systems 
Activate: press the button  until the warning lamp lights up.
Deactivate: press the button  until all warning lamps switch off.
Switching on and off manual air recirculation with Climatronic 
Activate: press the * button until the warning lamp lights up.
Deactivate: press the * button until all warning lamps switch off.
Functioning mode of manual air recirculation (air conditioning menu)
With the automatic air recirculation mode activated, the entry of fresh air in-
to the cabin interior is enabled. If the system detects a high concentration
of hazardous substances in the ambient air, air recirculation mode is
switched on automatically. When the level of impurities drops to within a
normal range, recirculation mode is switched off.
The system is unable to detect unpleasant smells.
Air recirculation mode is not automatically switched on in the following ca-
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Driving
SteeringAdjusting the steering wheel position
The height and reach of the steering wheel can be freely ad-
justed to suit the driver.
Fig. 117 Lever in the
lower left side of the
steering column
– Press the lever 1
⇒ Fig. 117 down ⇒ 
–
Move the steering wheel to the desired position.
– Move the lever up, applying pressure until the close position is
reached.
WARNING
● Never adjust the position of the steering wheel when the vehicle is
moving, as this could cause an accident.
● Move the lever up firmly so the steering wheel position does not acci-
dentally change during driving. risk of accident!
● Make sure you are capable of reaching and firmly holding the upper
part of the steering wheel while your back remains well supported by the
backrest: risk of accident!
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Ignition lock Warning and control lamps
Lights upPossible causeSolution

Preheating of the diesel en-
gine before starting the en-
gine⇒ page 164
Foot not on the brake pedal.Press the brake model to start the
engine.
Some warning and control lamps will light up briefly when the ignition is
switched on to check certain functions. They will switch off after a few sec-
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Driving
WARNING
Failure to heed the warning lamps when they light up and the corre-
sponding messages may cause the vehicle to stall in traffic and cause ac-
cidents and severe injuries.
● Never ignore the warning lamps or messages.
● Stop the vehicle at the next safe opportunity.
● If the vehicle breaks down or has to be parked for repair, always park
it a safe distance away from the road, switch on the hazard warning
lights, switch off the engine and take other relevant safety measures to
warn vehicles approaching from the rear.
CAUTION
Failure to heed the control lamps when they light up and the corresponding
messages may result in damage to the vehicle. Starting the engine with the ignition key
Switch on the ignition with the key in the ignition and start
the engine.
Fig. 118 Ignition key po-
sitions
Steering wheel lock
– To lock the steering wheel, remove the key from the ignition and
turn the wheel until it locks. In vehicles with the automatic gear-
box*, the selector lever must be in the position P in order to re-
move the key.
– To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key into the ignition
and simultaneously turn the key (in the direction of the arrow)
and the steering wheel.
Warning: If the steering wheel cannot be turned, this is because
the steering wheel lock is activated.
Switching the ignition on/off, preheating
– Turn the ignition key to position 2
to switch on the ignition.
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