2014 Seat Altea fuel

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Memory displays
● Distance
● Average speed
● Driving speed
● Speed warning at --- km/h (mph)
● Journey duration
● Current fuel consumption
● Average fuel consumption
● Operating range
km (miles) - Distance travelled The display shows the distance travelled since the ignition was switched on.
The maximum display value in both memories is 1999 km (miles). The
memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been reached.
km/h (mph) - Average speed
The average speed will be shown after running a distance of approximately
100 metres. Until then dashes will appear in the display. The display will be
updated every 5 seconds while the vehicle is in motion.
km/h (mph) - Driving speed
Driving speed is digitally shown in the display.
Set speed indicator
When driving at the required speed, enter the speed indicator mode and
press the button A
(Reset), the display remembers the indicated speed. If
the indicated speed is exceeded, a warning message is displayed on the
screen 1)
and an acoustic signal is given.
This may be deactivated by pressing the button A
(Reset).The speed may be altered using the rocker switch
B
in steps of 5 km/h
(mph) within 5 seconds of the initial memory value.
min - Journey duration
The display shows the amount of time which has elapsed since the ignition
was switched on.
The maximum display value in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes.
The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been
reached.
l/100 km or l/h - Current fuel consumption The display will show the current fuel consumption in litre/km whilst the ve-
hicle is in motion or in litre/hour when the vehicle is in a stationary position
with the engine running.
Using this display you can see how your driving style affects fuel consump-
tion ⇒  page 206.
litre/100 km - Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption will be shown ⇒ Fig. 44 after a distance of
approximately 100 metres has been travelled. Until then dashes will appear
in the display. The display will be updated every 5 seconds while the vehicle
is in motion. The amount of fuel used will not be shown.
 Km (miles) - Fuel range
The fuel range is calculated using the figures for tank content and current
fuel consumption. It shows how far the vehicle can travel using the same
conditions as a reference.
Outside temperature indicator
The measurement margin ranges from -45 °C (-49 °F) to +58 °C (+136.4 °F).
At temperatures lower than +4 °C (+39.2 °F), an “ice crystal symbol” is also
displayed and a “warning” is given if the vehicle is moving at more than 
1)
Depending on the model version, the message on the screen may vary and may be repre-
sented by flashing of the speed indication or by a speed message.
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If several priority 2 warning messages are detected at the same time, the
symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time. Af-
ter a set time, the information text will disappear and the symbol will be
shown as a reminder at the side of the display.
Priority 2 warning messages will not be shown until all Priority 1 warning
messages have been dealt with!
Examples of priority 2 warning messages (yellow): 1)
● Fuel warning light with the information text PLEASE REFUEL.
● Windscreen washer fluid level symbol  with the information message
ADD WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID . Refill the windscreen washer tank
⇒ page 244. 
1)
Depending on the version of the model.
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Open main menu
–Switch the ignition on.
– Press and hold the eject button B
for at least two seconds. It
may be necessary to repeat this operation until the main menu
is displayed.
Select a menu from the main menu
– To choose an option from the menu, press the upper or lower
end of rocker switch B
. The selected option is displayed be-
tween two horizontal lines.
– Press button A
to select the entry.
Example of menu use ⇒ page 68
Main menueffectMultifunction dis-
playChange to the multifunction display (MFI): “Multifunc-
tion display (MFI)”
AudioThis menu displays the available information for the
active audio source (radio station, CD audio track /
MP3 / USB / iPod / Bluetooth audio a)
/ call informa-
tion a)
.
NavigationThis menu is only available if the vehicle is fitted with a
navigation system. The navigation system must be
switched on. When the route guidance is activated, the
turning arrows and proximity bars are displayed. The
appearance is similar to the Navigation system.
If the route guidance is not activated, the direction of
travel (compass) and the name of the street along
which you are driving are shown.
TelephoneThis menu is only available in vehicles with radio unit if
the vehicle is fitted with the telephone function. In ve-
hicles fitted with a radio navigation system, this menu
is available in the central unit (navigator) ⇒ Book-
let Navigation system..
Vehicle conditionThis menu displays current warning or information
texts: “Vehicle status menu”
This option flashes when one of these texts is dis-
played.
ConfigurationThis option allows the time, the speed warning when
using winter tyres, units, language, independent heat-
ing, the Light and visibility menu and the Convenience
menu to be reset.
a) Only in vehicles fitted with a radio navigation system.
Note
For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be
displayed. 
Multifunction display menu (MFI)
The multifunction display (MFI) shows you information on
the journey and fuel consumption.
The multifunction display (MFI) has two automatic memories: 1 - Trip memo-
ry and 2 - Total memory . The selected memory is shown on the upper right
hand section of the display at all times.
Open the multifunction display menu
Select the Multifunction display menu from the main menu ⇒ page 69
and press the OK
button on the windscreen wiper lever or the multi-
function steering wheel*. 
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Selecting a memory To change from one memory to another, briefly press button A
⇒ Fig. 45 ⇒ page 68 on the windscreen wiper lever or the OK button on
the multifunction steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 46 ⇒  page 68 while the ignition
is switched on.
Resetting a memory Select the memory where you wish to erase the values.
Hold down button A
on the windscreen wiper lever or the OK button
on the multifunction steering wheel* for at least two seconds.
The trip memory 1 collects the travel and consumption data from the mo-
ment the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. If the journey is con-
tinued within two hours of switching off the ignition, the new values will be
added to the existing trip recorder memory. The memory will automatically
be deleted if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours.
The total memory 2 collects the journey data for any number of individual
journeys (even if the ignition is switched off for longer than two hours) up to
a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes travel time or 1999 km (miles) distance
travelled. The memory will automatically be deleted if one of the named val-
ues is reached.
Memory indications
The following data can be viewed on the multifunction display using the
rocker switch B
⇒ Fig. 45 ⇒ 
page 68 on the windscreen wiper lever or by
pressing button  or  ⇒ 
Fig. 46 on the multifunction steering wheel*.
Personal selection of display
The driver can establish which displays are shown on the instrument panel
display as required:
● Select the submenu Multifunction Display Data from the Configuration
menu ⇒ page 73.
● The displays can be activated or deactivated individually by marking the
required option and pressing the OK
button on the windscreen wiper lever
or the multifunction steering wheel*. –
–
– Duration in h and min
The display shows the amount of time which has elapsed since the ignition
was switched on.
The maximum display value in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes.
The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been
reached.
Current fuel consumption in l/100 km or l/hour
The display will show the current fuel consumption in litres/100 km whilst
the vehicle is in motion or in litres/hour when the vehicle is in a stationary
position with the engine running.
Using this display you can see how your driving style affects fuel consump-
tion ⇒  page 171.
Average fuel consumption in l/100 km
The average fuel consumption will be shown after a distance of approxi-
mately 100 metres has been travelled. Until then dashes will appear in the
display. The display will be updated every five seconds while the vehicle is
in motion. The amount of fuel used will not be shown.
Distance travelled in km (miles)
The display shows the distance travelled since the ignition was switched on.
The maximum display value in both memories is 1999 km (miles). The
memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been reached.
Average speed in km/h (mph) After starting the ignition, the average speed will be shown after a distance
of approximately 100 metres has been travelled. Until then dashes will ap-
pear in the display. The display will be updated every five seconds while the
vehicle is in motion.
Speed warning at --- km/h (mph)
This function may help you to keep within the speed limits. Press the OKbutton on the windscreen wiper lever
A or the multifunction steering

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Configuration menu
This menu is used to make the settings for the vehicle func-
tions. Open Configuration menu
– Select the option Configuration from the main menu: “Main
menu” and press button OK

A ⇒ Fig. 45 on the windscreen
wiper lever. or
– Press button 
or  on the multifunction steering wheel*
⇒ Fig. 46 until the Configuration menu is displayed.
Example of menu use ⇒ page 68.
Displayed on the
screeneffect
Multifunction display
data.This menu is used to establish the data in the mul-
tifunction display menu to be displayed on the in-
strument panel ⇒ page 70
ConvenienceThis menu allows you to make the settings for the
convenience functions in the vehicle.
Lights and visibilityFrom this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle
lighting settings.
TimeThe hours and minutes of the clock and the naviga-
tion system can be changed. Choose between 12
and 24-hour format and change to summer time.
Winter tyresThe menu allows the setting of a speed at which an
optical and acoustic warning will be given by the
system. You can use this function, for example, if
you have fitted winter tyres which are not suited for
the top speed of your vehicle. Please see the sec-
tion “Wheels and tyres”.
LanguageThe display texts and the navigation system texts
can be seen in different languages.
UnitsThis option allows you to select the units for dis-
playing temperature, fuel consumption values and
distances.
sel. speedThe instrument panel also displays the speed in
another different unit of measurement (mph or km/
h) to that given on the speedometer.
Inter ServiceConsult service messages and reset service interval
display here.
Factory settingsThe manufacturer's predefined values for the func-
tions of this menu are restored.
Backa)This returns to the main menu.a)
Only if the windscreen wiper lever is used (MFI).
Note
● For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be
displayed.
● SEAT dealerships are able to programme other functions or change the
existing functions depending upon the vehicle equipment.
● The Configuration menu is only accessible when the vehicle is at a
standstill. 
Convenience menu
From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle conven-
ience settings.
Open menu Convenience
– Choose the option Configuration from the main menu and press
the button OK

A ⇒ Fig. 45 on the windscreen wiper lever. 
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ItemSymbolMeaning of control and warning lampsFurther infor-
mation
1Fuel level / reserve⇒ page 80
2Coolant level / coolant temperature⇒ page 81
3Rear fog light switched on⇒ page 82
4
Turn signals in operation⇒ page 82
5Engine fault (petrol engine)⇒ page 82
Glow plug system (diesel engines)⇒ page 82
6Main beam switched on⇒ page 82
7Soot accumulation in the diesel engine
particulate filter⇒ page 82
8ABS system fault⇒ page 83
9Windscreen washer fluid level⇒ page 83
10Alternator fault⇒ page 84
11Fasten seat belts!⇒ page 19
12Brake pad worn⇒ page 84
13Tyre pressure⇒ page 84
ItemSymbolMeaning of control and warning lampsFurther infor- mation
14Airbag or belt tensioner system fault or
airbag disabled⇒ page 29
⇒ page 32
15Bulb defective⇒ page 86
16Brake fluid required or
brake system fault⇒ page 85
17
Red:
Engine oil pressure
⇒ page 86Yellow:
If flashing: engine oil sensor faulty
If it remains lit: insufficient engine oil
18Handbrake on⇒ page 188
19Cruise speed activated (Cruise control)⇒ page 87
20Door open indicator⇒ page 87
21If it stays lit: ASR switched off⇒ page 88
⇒ page 88
⇒ page 172
22Electromechanical steering⇒ page 87
23Fault in the emission control system⇒ page 87
24If flashing: the Electronic Stability Con-
trol (ESC) is working or the ASR is work-
ing
If the following remain lit: ESC or ASR
faulty⇒ page 88
⇒ page 88
⇒ page 172

25Selector lever lock (automatic gearbox)⇒ page 89 
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Priority 2 warning messages will not be shown until all Priority 1 warning
messages have been dealt with!
Examples of priority 2 warning messages (yellow): 1)
● Fuel warning light with the information text PLEASE REFUEL.
● Windscreen washer fluid symbol  with the information text REFILL
WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID . Top up the washer fluid level. 
Information messages displayed on the screen*
Message a)Description
SERVICEThe service interval has ended. Take the vehicle to a
Technical Service.
IMMOBILISERImmobiliser system active. The vehicle will not start. Take
the vehicle to a Technical Service.
ERRORInstrument panel faulty. Take the vehicle to a Technical
Service.
CLEAN AIR FIL-
TERWarning: The air filter must be cleaned
NO KEYWarning: Correct key cannot be found in the vehicle.KEY BATTERYWarning: Key battery low. Change the battery.
CLUTCHWarning: Press the clutch to start. In vehicles with man-
ual gearbox and Start-Stop system.
--> P/NWarning: Place the selector level in position P/N to start.
Only in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
--> PWarning: Place the selector lever in position P to stop the
engine.
STARTINGWarning: The engine starts automatically. Start-Stop sys-
tem activated.
START MANUAL- LYWarning: The engine must be started manually. Start-
Stop system activated.
ERROR START-STOPWarning: Start-Stop system error.
START-STOP IM-POSSIBLEWarning: Although the Start-Stop system is switched on,
the engine cannot be stopped automatically. Not all the
necessary conditions are met
START-STOP AC- TIVEWarning: Start-Stop system activated. Vehicle in Stop
mode.
SWITCH OFFWarning: Start-Stop system activated. Switch off the igni-
tion when you leave the vehicle.
STOP TRANS-
MISSION TOO HOTWarning: Stop the engine. Gearbox overheated.
BRAKEWarning: To start the engine, press the brake pedal. Only
in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
COASTINGFUNCTIONWarning: Coasting mode active. Transmission engaged.
Only in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
CHECK SAFE- LOCKNotification of central locking function activated.
a)These messages may vary according the version of the vehicle model. 
Fuel level/reserve 
This symbol lights up to indicate that the fuel tank is under
the reserve level.
It lights up when only 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank. You will also hear
an audible warning. It reminds you to fuel up the fuel tank as soon as possi-
ble ⇒ page 228. 
1)
Depending on the version of the model.

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The instrument panel displays the following message 1)
: PLEASE REFUEL! .
Coolant level* / temperature  (red)
The warning lamp lights up if the coolant temperature is too
high or if the coolant level is too low.
There is a fault if:
● The warning symbol does not go out again after a few seconds.
● The warning lamp lights up or flashes while the vehicle is moving, and
three acoustic warning signals ⇒ 
are emitted.
This means that either the coolant level is too low or the coolant tempera-
ture is too high.
Coolant temperature too high
The instrument panel displays the following message 1)
: CHECK COOLANT IN-
STRUCTION MANUAL ⇒  page 242.
First look at the coolant temperature gauge. The coolant temperature is too
high if the needle is over the warning area on the dial. Stop the vehicle,
switch the engine off and wait for it to cool down. Check the coolant level.
If the coolant level is correct, the overheating may be caused by a malfunc-
tion of the radiator fan. Check the radiator fan fuse and have it replaced if
necessary ⇒ page 272.
If the control lamp lights up again after driving on for a short distance, stop
the vehicle and switch the engine off . Contact a Technical Service or a spe-
cialised workshop. Coolant level too low
The instrument panel displays the following message
1)
: STOP CHECK COOL-
ANT INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
First look at the coolant temperature gauge. If the needle is in the normal
range, top up with coolant at the earliest opportunity ⇒ 
.
WARNING
● If your vehicle is immobilised for technical reasons, move it to a safe
distance from traffic. Turn the engine off, turn the hazard lights on and
place the warning triangle.
● Never open the bonnet if you can see or hear steam or coolant escap-
ing from the engine compartment. Risk of scalding. Wait until you can no
longer see or hear escaping steam or coolant.
● The engine compartment is a dangerous area. Before carrying out any
work in the engine compartment, switch off the engine and allow it to
cool down. Always note the corresponding warnings ⇒ page 235.

Applies to the model: ALTEA / ALTEA XL Coolant temperature  (blue)
This lamp lights up when the coolant is below approximately +45 °C
(+113 °F). When it exceeds this temperature the lamp turns off. 
1)
Depending on the version of the model.
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