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Vehicle care and maintenance
Conformity certification
The respective manufacturer hereby declares that the products indicated as
follows fulfil the basic requirements and the following dispositions and im-
portant legislations on the date of manufacture of the vehicle, among oth-
ers FCC Part 15.19, FCC Part 15.21 and RSS-Gen Issue 1:
Radio frequency equipment
● Electronic gearbox lock.
● Vehicle key
Electrical equipment
● 12 volt power socket 
Environmental friendliness
Environmental protection is a top priority in the design, choice of materials
and manufacture of your new SEAT.
Constructive measures to encourage recycling
● Joints and connections designed for easy dismantling
● Modular construction to facilitate dismantling
● Increased use of single-grade materials.
● Plastic parts and elastomers are marked in accordance with ISO 1043,
ISO 11469 and ISO 1629.
Choice of materials
● Use of recycled materials.
● Use of compatible plastics in the same part if its components are not
easily separated.
● Use of recycled materials and/or materials originating from renewable
sources. ●
Reduction of volatile components, including odour, in plastic materials.
● Use of CFC-free coolants.
Ban on heavy metals, with the exceptions dictated by law (Annex II of ELV
Directive 2000/53/EC): cadmium, lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium.
Manufacturing methods
● Reduction of the quantity of thinner in the protective wax for cavities.
● Use of plastic film as protection during vehicle transport.
● Use of solvent-free adhesives.
● Use of CFC-free coolants in cooling systems.
● Recycling and energy recovery from residues (RDF).
● Improvement in the quality of waste water.
● Use of systems for the recovery of residual heat (thermal recovery, en-
thalpy wheels, etc.).
● The use of water-soluble paints 
Collection and scrapping of end-of-life vehicles
Collection of end-of-life vehicles
SEAT is already prepared for the moment when you wish to scrap your vehi-
cle and offers you an environmentally-friendly solution. An extensive net-
work of used car reception centres already exists in much of Europe. After
the vehicle has been delivered, you will receive a certificate of destruction
describing the environmentally friendly scrapping of the vehicle in accord-
ance with applicable legislation.
We will collect the used vehicle free of charge, provided it complies with all
national legislation.
Please see your Technical Service for further information about the collec-
tion and scrapping of end-of-life vehicles. 
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If and when
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Frequently asked questions
If you suspect that the vehicle has a fault or is damaged when using it, be-
fore consulting a SEAT dealership or a specialised workshop, carefully read
the following instructions. Similarly, the terms in the alphabetical index
“Things to note” or “Checklist” may be of help.
ProblemPossible causes,
among othersPossible solution
The engine does
not start.
The vehicle battery is
flat.– Carry out the jump start
⇒ page 275.
– Charge the battery
⇒ page 193.
You are using an incor-
rect vehicle key.Use the correct key
⇒ page 28.
The fuel tank level is
insufficient.Refuel ⇒ page 171.
The vehicle cannot
be locked or un-
locked with the
key.
– Vehicle key battery is
flat.
– Too far away from
the vehicle.
– Buttons pressed out-
side the radius of
reach.– Change the battery
⇒ page 28.
– Move closer to the vehicle.
– Synchronize the vehicle
key ⇒ page 28.
– Manually lock or unlock
the vehicle ⇒ page 244.
Unusual noises.
Engine cold, City Safe-
ty Assist system, steer-
ing column electronic
lock.See entry “Noises” in the de-
tailed alphabetical index.
ProblemPossible causes,
among othersPossible solution
Handling is
strange.
Assistance systems ac-
tive.See entry “Assistance sys-
tems” in the detailed alpha-
betical index.
You are using an incor-
rect tyre pressure.Check the tyre pressure
⇒ page 210.
Damage to the wheel
trims or tyres.
Inspect wheel trims and
tyres regularly for damage
⇒ page 210 and replace
them if necessary
⇒ page 252.
Vehicle has no
jack, spare wheel
or tire mobility set
present.Equipment subject to
the vehicle.
No direct solution, depends
on the equipment. In this
case, you should contact a
SEAT Dealership
⇒ page 247.
Surface not correct-
ly illuminated.
– Headlights covered
for driving on the left-
hand side or right-
hand side.
– Headlight adjust-
ment too high.
– Faulty bulbs.
– Dipped headlights
switched off.– Cover the headlights for
driving on the left-hand side
or right-hand side
⇒ page 82.
– Adjust the headlight range
⇒ page 82.
– Change the bulbs
⇒ page 266.
– Switch on the dipped
headlights ⇒ page 82. 
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In case of emergency
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Braking, stopping and parking ⇒ page 134
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 244
● Vehicle tools ⇒ page 247
● Change wheel ⇒ page 252
WARNING
A faulty vehicle in traffic represents a risk of accident for the driver and
for other road users.
● Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Park the vehicle a safe
distance from surrounding traffic to lock all the doors in case of an emer-
gency. Turn on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle if the
doors are to be locked. In case of an emergency, passengers will be trap-
ped inside the vehicle. Individuals locked in the vehicle can be exposed
to very high or very low temperatures.
 Protecting yourself and securing the vehicle
Fig. 133 Dash panel:
Button to switch on and
off the hazard warning
lights system
Always fulfil legal requirements for securing a broken down vehicle. In a
number of countries it is now obligatory, for example, to turn on the hazard
warning lights and use a reflective safety vest ⇒ page 243.
Checklist
For your own safety and that of other passengers, the following points
should be observed in the order given ⇒ 
:
1. Park the vehicle a safe distance from traffic and on suitable ground ⇒ 
.
2. Turn on the hazard warning lights with the button  ⇒ 
Fig. 133.
3. Apply the handbrake firmly ⇒ page 134.
4. Put the gearbox lever in neutral or the selector lever in position P ⇒ page 124.
5. Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.
6. Have all occupants leave the vehicle and move to safety, for example behind a guard rail.
7. When leaving the vehicle, take all keys with you. 
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Emergency locking and unlocking
Introduction
The doors and rear lid can be locked manually and partially opened, for ex-
ample if the key or the central locking is damaged.
Additional information and warnings:
● Vehicle key set ⇒ page 28
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 32
● Doors ⇒ page 37
● Rear lid ⇒ page 39
● In case of emergency ⇒ page 241
WARNING
Opening and closing doors carelessly can cause serious injury.
● If the vehicle is locked from outside, the doors and windows cannot
be opened from the inside.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the car. They could
be trapped in the car in an emergency and will not be able to get them-
selves to safety.
● 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.
WARNING
Getting in the way of the doors and the rear lid is dangerous and can lead
to serious injury.
● Open and close the doors and the rear lid only when there is nobody
in the way.
CAUTION
When opening and closing in an emergency, carefully disassemble compo-
nents and then reassemble them carefully to avoid damage to the vehicle. 
Manually locking and unlocking the driver door
Fig. 135 Driver side door
handle with lock cylinder
As a general rule, when the driver door is locked all other doors are locked.
Unlocking manually only opens the driver door.
● Unfold the key shaft if necessary
⇒ page 28.
● Insert the key shaft into the lock cylinder to unlock or lock the vehicle
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Manually locking the passenger side door
Fig. 136 To the front of
the passenger side door:
Emergency lock, hidden
by a rubber cap
Fig. 137 Emergency
locking of the vehicle us-
ing the vehicle key
The passenger door can be manually locked.
● Door open.
● Remove the rubber cap to the front of the door. The rubber cap is
marked with a lock symbol  ⇒ Fig. 136. ●
Unfold the key shaft if necessary ⇒ page 28.
● Insert the key shaft horizontally into the opening and moved the colour
lever forwards ⇒ Fig. 137.
● Replace the rubber cap and close the door.
● Check if the door is locked.
● Have the vehicle checked by a specialised workshop.
Note
The doors can be opened and unlocked individually from the inside by pull-
ing the inside door handle. If necessary, pull the inner door release lever
twice ⇒ page 32. 
Emergency unlocking the rear lid
Fig. 138 From the lug-
gage compartment: Man-
ually unlocking the rear
lid
● If necessary, fold the rear seat bench backrest forwards ⇒ page 54.
● Remove equipment to access the inside of the rear lid. 
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● Unfold the key shaft ⇒ page 28.
● Insert the key shaft into the rear lid opening ⇒ Fig. 138 and press the
release lever in the direction of the arrow to unlock the rear lid. 

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Access the tools and anti-puncture kit in vehicles equipped
with SEAT SOUND 7 speakers (with subwoofer)*
●Open the rear lid and lift the shelf.
● If necessary, remove the luggage compartment variable floor
⇒ page 101.
● Lift up the carpet from the recess and remove it from the luggage com-
partment.
● Disconnect the subwoofer’s speaker cable.
● Remove the whole hand wheel located in the centre of the subwoofer by
rotating it anti-clockwise.
● Remove the subwoofer, under which the tools and anti-puncture kit are
stowed.
● After you have used them, put the the tools and anti-puncture kit back
exactly as you found them so that the speaker will sit properly in its hous-
ing.
● Fit the subwoofer in the direction of the arrow, with the “FRONT” indica-
tion facing forwards.
● Reconnect the speaker cable and firmly rotate the securing wheel clock-
wise so that the subwoofer system is firmly in place. Components
Fig. 140 Components of the vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit depends on the vehicle equipment. The following is a
description for a vehicle with all options.
The individual elements of the vehicle tool kit ⇒ Fig. 140
Screwdriver with hexagon socket in the handle for screwing and un-
screwing the wheel bolts once loosened. The screwdriver bit is inter-
changeable. The screwdriver may be found underneath the wheel span-
ner.
Adapter for anti-theft bolt. SEAT recommend you carry the wheel bolt
adapter in the vehicle tool kit at all times. The code number of the anti-
theft wheel bolt is stamped on the front of the adapter. In case it is lost,
another adapter can be ordered using this number. Note the anti-theft
bolt code for the wheels and keep it in a place other than the vehicle.
Towline anchorage, removable.
Wire hook for pulling off the wheel cover, integral hubcaps and the
wheel bolt caps. 
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Wheel trims
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒ page 197
● Vehicle tools ⇒ page 247
● Change wheel ⇒ page 252
● Tire Mobility Set ⇒ page 258
WARNING
If the wheel trims are not appropriate or not fitted correctly, they could
cause major accidents or damage.
● Incorrectly mounted wheel trims may come off while driving and en-
danger other road users.
● Damaged trims must never be mounted on the wheels.
● Always ensure that the brake ventilation and cooling is not cut off or
blocked. This is also valid if hubcaps are fitted later. If there is not
enough air, you may require significantly longer braking distances.
CAUTION
Remove and remount wheel trims taking care to avoid damage to the vehi-
cle. Hubcaps
Fig. 141 Remove the
hubcap of the steel wheel
trim
In order to access the wheel bolts, first remove the hubcap.
Removing and fitting the hubcap
● To remove, take the vehicle tool kit wire hook and attach it to the edge of
the wheel trim ⇒ Fig. 141.
● Remove the trim by pulling it in the direction of the arrow.
● To replace the hubcap , press the hubcap against the trim until it clicks
into place.
The caps protect the wheel bolts and should be remounted after changing
the tyre. 