OperationBut-
tonFunction
“Push to talk” or “PTT” button.
Short press:
start or cancel the speech control
system, interrupt message in process in order
to talk promptly, turn on Bluetooth visible for
3 minutes.
VOL + /
VOL –Short press: adjust volume of telephone func-
tion.
Short press:
Answer, Start, End a call.
Long press: Decline an incoming call, transfer
active call to private mode. Voice control
The voice control system is activated with the
button
›››
Fig. 80
(“P
TT”).
Th
anks to the voice control you can use many
telephone functions without having to take
your eyes off the road or your hands off the
steering wheel.
Dialogue
is the time during which the voice
control system transmits messages and can
receive spoken orders (commands).
If a call is received, then the dialogue is im-
mediately interrupted. You can use the
HELP in any part of the
menu. If you have any doubts or cannot de-
cide the Command to use, the system will
provide you with the available options.
You can CANCEL in any part of the menu.
Adju
sting the volume
You can change the sound volume at any
time with the radio button or with the buttons
on the multifunction control.
The volume transmitted by the speaker de-
pends, among other aspects, on the volume
transmitted by the mobile. If the volume of
the mobile is low, or on silent, it is possible
that no sound will be heard through the vehi-
cle speaker.
Adjust the volume of your Bluetooth device to
the maximum.
Do not leave headphones connected to the
Bluetooth device when you wish to use the
hands free system.
Complying with these requirements, if the
speaker volume is very high, adjust it using
the controls on the steering wheel ››› page 71
or the volume control on the radio. Connecting voice control (Dialogue)
You can start the dialogue at any time by
briefly pressing the
››› Fig. 80
(“PTT”) but-
ton on the multi-function control.
If the system does not recognise your com-
mand, there is a first help option which al-
lows a new input. After the second failed at-
tempt, the system repeats the second part of
the assistance cue. After a third failure the
system will answer with “Operation cancel-
led
” and the dialogue will be ended.
Disconnecting voice control (Dialogue)
You can terminate the dialogue at any time
by briefly pressing the ››› Fig. 80 (“PTT”)
b
utton on the multi-function control. If the
system is waiting for a command, you can
end the dialogue with the “
CANCEL” com-
mand.
Interrupting an ongoing message
By pressing the ››› Fig. 80 (“PTT”) button
durin
g the message, only the current mes-
sage is ended and it is possible to give an-
other command.
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Opening and closing
● the key , by inserting it into the driver door
cylinder and r ot
ating it in the opening direc-
tion. Depending on the vehicle version, ei-
ther all doors will be unlocked or only the
driver door will be unlocked. All doors will be
locked on locking the vehicle using the key.
● the interior central lock button
››› page 81
.
● the radio frequency remote control , using
the buttons on the key ››› page 83.
Various functions are available to improve
the vehicle safety: Locking system “Safe*”
Selective* unlocking system
Self-locking system to prevent involunta-
ry unlocking
Automatic speed dependent locking and
unlocking system*
Emergency unlocking system
Unlocking the vehicle* Press button
››› Fig. 84 on remote
c ontr
ol to unlock all the doors and rear
lid.
Locking the vehicle* Press button
››› Fig. 84
on the remote
c ontr
ol to lock all doors and the rear lid
or turn the key in the door to lock all
doors and the rear lid.
–
–
–
–
–
–
– WARNING
● Locking from the outside carelessly or with-
out good visibility may lead to bruising, par-
ticularly in the case of children.
● When locking a vehicle, never leave chil-
dren unaccompanied inside, as from the out-
side it will be difficult to provide assistance if
required.
● Having the doors locked prevents intruders
from getting in, for example when stopped at
a traffic light. Note
For anti-theft security, only the driver door is
fitted with a lock cylinder. “Safe” security system**
This is an anti-theft device which consists of
a double lock for the door locks and a deacti-
vation function for the boot in order to pre-
vent forced entry.
Activation
The “safe” system is activated when the vehi-
cle is locked using the key or the remote con-
trol.
To activate it with the key, rotate once it is in-
serted in the door lock cylinder in the locking
direction.To activate the system using the remote con-
trol, press the lock button once
on the re-
mote.
Once this system is activated, opening doors
from the outside and the inside is not possi-
ble. The rear lid can not be opened. The cen-
tral lock button does not work.
When the ignition is switched off, the instru-
ment panel display indicates that the “Safe”
system is on.
Deactivation
Rotate the key inserted in the lock cylinder
twice towards the locking direction.
To activate the system using the remote con-
trol, press the lock button on the remote
twice in less than five seconds.
On deactivating the “Safe” system, the alarm
volumetric sensor is also deactivated.
With the “Safe” switched off, doors can be
opened from the interior but not from the ex-
terior.
See “Selective unlocking system*”
“Safe” status
On the driver door, there is warning lamp visi-
ble from outside the vehicle through the win-
dow which shows the “Safe” system status.
We will know that “Safe” system is activated
by the flashing warning lamp. The indicator »
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Advice
Operation
Safety
The essentials
Opening and closing
WARNING
● An incorrect use of the keys can cause seri-
ous injuries.
● Never leave children or disabled persons in
the vehicle. In case of emergency, they may
not be able to leave the vehicle or manage on
their own.
● An uncontrolled use of the key could start
the engine or activate any electric equipment
(e.g. electric windows), causing risk of acci-
dent. The doors can be locked using the re-
mote control key. This could become an ob-
stacle for assistance in an emergency situa-
tion.
● Never forget the keys inside the vehicle. An
unauthorised use of your vehicle could result
in injury, damage or theft. Always take the
key with you when you leave the vehicle.
● Never remove the key from the ignition if
the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, the steer-
ing could suddenly block and it would be im-
possible to steer the vehicle. CAUTION
There are electronic components in the re-
mote control key. Avoid wetting and hitting
the keys. Radio frequency remote
control*
Locking and unlocking the vehicle Fig. 84
Assignment of buttons on the remote
control key. Fig. 85
Range of the radio frequency remote
control. The radio frequency remote control key is
used to lock and unlock the vehicle from a
distance.
By using button
4
››› Fig. 84 on the control,
the k ey
shaft is released.
Unlocking the vehicle
››› Fig. 84 1 .
Locking the vehicle
››› Fig. 84 2 .
Unlocking the rear lid. Press button ›››
Fig. 84 3 until all the turn signals on the
vehicle flash briefly. When the unlocking but-
ton
3 is pressed, you have 2 minutes to
open the door. Once this time has passed, it
will lock again.
Moreover, the battery indicator on the key
››› Fig. 84 (arrow), will flash.
The r emot
e control transmitter and the bat-
teries are integrated in the key. The receiver
is inside the vehicle. The maximum range de-
pends on different factors. The range is re-
duced as the batteries start to lose power. WARNING
Read and observe the relevant warnings ››› in Set of keys on page 83.
Note
● The radio frequency remote control key
functions only when you are within range
››› Fig. 85.
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Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
The essentials
Operation
●
If the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
by using the radio frequency remote control,
the remote control key will have to be re-
synchronised. For this, go to your technical
services. Changing the battery
If the battery indicator does not flash when
the buttons are pushed, the battery must be
replaced.
CAUTION
The use of inappropriate batteries may dam-
age the radio frequency remote control. For
this reason, always replace the dead battery
with another of the same size and power. For the sake of the environment
Used batteries must be disposed of at an ap-
propriate waste facility or through an author-
ised service, given that their components can
affect the environment. Synchronising the remote control key
If it is not possible to unlock or lock the door
with the remote control, it should be re-
synchronised. While the vehicle is open:
– Press the button
2
››› Fig. 84 on the re-
mot e c
ontrol.
– Then close the vehicle using the key shaft
within one minute.
Whil
e the vehicle is closed:
– Press the button
1
››› Fig. 84 on the re-
mot e c
ontrol.
– Then close the vehicle using the key shaft
within one minute.
It i
s possible that the vehicle could no longer
be opened and closed with the remote con-
trol if the button is repeatedly pressed
outside of the effective range of the radio fre-
quency remote control. The remote control
key will have to be resynchronised.
Spare remote control keys are available at
your Technical Service, where they must be
matched to the locking system.
Up to five remote control keys can be used.
Anti-theft alarm system* Description of anti-theft alarm
system* The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to
break into the vehicle or steal it. The systemwill initiate acoustic and optical warning sig-
nals when your vehicle is tried to be forced.
The anti-theft alarm system is automatically
switched on when locking the vehicle. The
system is immediately activated and the turn
signal light located on the driver door will
flash along with the turn signals, indicating
that the alarm and the locking security sys-
tem (double lock) have been turned on.
If any of the doors or the bonnet are open,
they will not be included in the protection
zones of the vehicle when the alarm is con-
nected. If the door or the bonnet are subse-
quently closed, they will be automatically in-
cluded in the protection areas of the vehicle
and the turn signals will flash accordingly
when the doors close.
● The turn signal light will flash twice on
opening and deactivating the alarm.
● The turn signal light will flash once on clos-
ing and activating the alarm.
When does the system trigger an alarm?
The system triggers an alarm, if the following
unauthorised actions are carried out when
the vehicle is locked:
● Mechanical opening of the vehicle with the
vehicle key without switching on the ignition
in the next 15 seconds (in certain markets,
such as the Netherlands, the alarm is activa-
ted immediately).
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Opening and closing
● A door is opened.
● Opening the bonnet.
● The rear lid is opened.
● Ignition switched on with a non-validated
key.
● Movements in the driving compartment
(vehicles with a volume sensor).
● Towing of the vehicle 1)
.
● Vehicle tilt angle 1)
.
● Undue manipulation of the alarm.
● Battery handling.
In this case, the acoustic signals will go off
and the turn signal will flash for approximate-
ly 30 seconds. This cycle may be repeated up
to 10 times depending on the country.
Opening all the doors in manual mode
In vehicles without an alarm, when opening
the driver door manually, all doors are
opened.
How to switch the alarm off
To deactivate the anti-theft alarm, turn the
key in the opening direction, open the door
and switch the ignition on, or press the un-
lock button on the remote control. In vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm
system, you have 15 seconds to insert the
key in the ignition lock and activate the igni-
tion if the vehicle is opened using the driver
door key.
Otherwise, the alarm will trigger for 30 sec.
and the ignition will be blocked.
Note
● After 28 days, the indicator light will be
switched off to prevent the battery from
draining if the vehicle has been left parked
for a long period of time. The alarm system
remains activated.
● The alarm will trigger again if attempts are
made to open another protection zone.
● The alarm system can be activated or deac-
tivated using the radio frequency remote con-
trol ››› page 83.
● The anti-thef t
alarm is not activated when
the vehicle is locked from within using the
central locking button .
● If the vehicle battery is run down or flat
then the anti-theft alarm will not operate cor-
rectly.
● Vehicle monitoring remains active even if
the battery is disconnected or not working for
any reason. ●
The alarm is triggered immediately if one of
the battery cables is disconnected while the
alarm system is active. Vehicle interior monitoring and anti-
tow system*
Monitoring or control function incorporated
in the anti-theft alarm* which detects unau-
thorized vehicle entry by means of ultra-
sound.
Activation
– It is automatically switched on when the
anti-theft alarm is activated.
Deactivation – Open the vehicle with the key, either me-
chanically or by pressing the button on
the remote control. The time period from
when the door is opened until the key is in-
serted into the contact should not exceed
15 seconds, otherwise the alarm will be
triggered.
– Press the button on the remote control
twice. The volumetric sensor and tilt sen-
sors will be deactivated. The alarm system
remains activated. »1)
With vehicles fitted with a tow-away protection
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Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
The essentials
Operation
CAUTION
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid
damaging the sockets. Note
● The power sockets will only work with the
ignition on.
● The use of electrical appliances with the
engine switched off will cause a battery dis-
charge. Auxiliary audio connection (AUX)*
Fig. 116
Centre console: AUX Connection. –
Insert the pin as far as possible ››› Fig. 116
( ››› Booklet Radio ). L
ug gage compartment
Loading the luggage compartment Fig. 117
Position heavy items as far forward
as possible. All luggage and other loose objects must be
safely secured in the luggage compartment.
Unsecured objects which shift back and forth
could affect safety or driving characteristics
of the vehicle by shifting the centre of gravity.
– Distribute the load evenly in the luggage
compartment.
– Place heavy objects as far forward as possi-
ble in the luggage compartment
››› Fig. 117 .
– Plac
e the heavy objects first.
– Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening
rings* ››› page 109. –
Secur
e loose loads with a luggage net* or
with non-elastic straps secured to the fas-
tening* rings ››› page 109. WARNING
● Loose luggage and other objects in the lug-
gage compartment could cause serious inju-
ries.
● Always stow objects in the luggage com-
partment and secure them with the fastening
rings*.
● During sudden manoeuvres or accidents,
loose objects can be thrown forward, injuring
vehicle occupants or even third parties. This
increased risk of injury will be further in-
creased if a loose object is struck by an inflat-
ing airbag. If this happens, objects may
shoot outward like a missile. Risk of fatal in-
jury.
● Always keep all objects in the luggage com-
partment and use appropriate grips to secure
them, particularly in the case of heavy ob-
jects.
● Never exceed the allowed axle weights or
allowed maximum weight. If said weights are
exceeded, the driving characteristics of the
vehicle may change, leading to accidents, in-
juries and damage to the vehicle.
● Please note that the centre of gravity may
shift when transporting heavy objects; this
may affect vehicle handling and lead to an ac-
cident. Therefore, it is essential to adjust
your speed and driving style accordingly, to
avoid accidents. 108
Advice
To fold
Unscrew the aerial rod, tilting it backwards
into a horizontal position and then screw in
again.
To return to working position
Continue in the reverse order to the previous
instruction. CAUTION
If an automatic car wash tunnel is used, be-
fore entering the tunnel, put the aerial down
parallel to the roof and do not tighten to
avoid damage. Mobile phones and two-way radios
SEAT has approved for your vehicle the use of
mobile telephones and two-way radios pro-
viding under the following conditions:
●
The external aerial should be correctly in-
stalled.
● The transmitting power should be a maxi-
mum 10 watts.
The optimal reach of the equipment is only
achieved with an external aerial.
First consult your Technical Service if you
wish to use a mobile telephone or a two-way
radio with a transmitting power output in ex-
cess of 10 watts. Here you will receive infor- mation concerning the technical possibilities
for retrofitting this equipment.
Mobile telephones and two-way radios
should be only fitted by a specialised work-
shop, for example a SEAT dealership.
WARNING
● Always concentrate primarily on driving. If
you are distracted while driving you could
have an accident.
● Never attach the telephone mountings to
the surfaces covering the airbag units or
within the range of the airbags. There is a
high danger of injury if the airbag is trig-
gered.
● Using your mobile telephones or two-way
radios in the vehicle without an external aer-
ial, electromagnetic radiation in the vehicle
could exceed authorised limits. This also may
occur to external aerials that have not been
correctly installed. CAUTION
Failure to consider the above-mentioned con-
ditions could cause the electronics to mal-
function. The most common causes of faults
are:
● no external aerial,
● external aerial incorrectly installed,
● transmitting power output in excess of 10
watts. Note
Please observe the operating instructions of
your mobile telephone/two-way radio. Care and cleaning
General notes Vehicle maintenance
Regular care and washing help to maintain
the value
of the vehicle. This may also be one
of the requirements for acknowledging war-
ranty claims in the event of bodywork corro-
sion or paint defects.
The best way to protect your vehicle against
the harmful effects of the environment is
through correct maintenance and frequent
washing. The longer substances such as in-
sect remains, bird droppings, resinous tree
sap, road dirt, industrial deposits, tar, soot or
road salt and other aggressive materials re-
main on the vehicle, the more damage they
do to the paintwork. High temperatures, for
instance in strong sunlight, further intensify
the corrosive effect.
After winter, a period when salt is put on the
roads, it is important to have the underside
of the vehicle washed thoroughly.
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Care and maintenance
Products for vehicle maintenance
Car-care products are available in your Tech-
nical Services. Keep the product instructions
until you have used them up. WARNING
● Car-care products can be toxic. Because of
this, they must always be kept closed in their
original container. Keep them out of the reach
of children. Failure to comply could result in
poisoning.
● Always read and observe the instructions
and warnings on the package before using
car-care products. Improper use could cause
health problems or damage the vehicle. The
use of certain products may produce noxious
vapours; they should be used in well ventila-
ted areas.
● Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil, nail
varnish remover or other volatile fluids.
These are toxic and highly flammable. Risk of
fire and explosion.
● Before washing your vehicle, or carrying
out any maintenance, switch the engine off,
apply the handbrake firmly and remove the
key from the ignition. CAUTION
Never attempt to remove dirt, mud or dust if
the surface of the vehicle is dry. Never use a
dry cloth or sponge for cleaning purposes.
This could damage the paintwork or the win-
dows of your vehicle. Soak dirt, mud or dust
with plenty of water. For the sake of the environment
● When purchasing products for your vehicle
maintenance, select the ones which are not
harmful to the environment.
● The waste from car-care products should
not be disposed of with ordinary household
waste. Observe the disposal information on
the package. Care of the vehicle exterior
Automatic car washing tunnel The vehicle paintwork is so durable that the
vehicle can normally be washed without
problems in an automatic car wash tunnel.
However, the paintwork wear depends to a
large extent on the kind of the car wash tun-
nel, the brushes used, its water filtering and
the type of cleaning and preservative prod-
ucts.
Before going through a car wash, be sure to
take the usual precautions such as closing
the windows and sunroof. There is nothing to
note apart from that.
If the vehicle has special accessories such as
spoilers or a roof rack or two-way radio aerial,
etc., it is advisable to consult the car wash
tunnel operator first.After washing, the brakes could take some
time to respond as the brake discs and pads
could be wet, or even frozen in winter. “Dry”
the brakes by braking several times. WARNING
Water, ice and salt on the brake system can
reduce braking effectiveness. Risk of acci-
dent. CAUTION
Before putting the vehicle through the car
wash, do not tighten the aerial if it is folded
because it can be damaged. Washing by hand
Vehicle washing
– First soften the dirt and rinse it off with wa-
ter.
– Clean your vehicle from top to bottom with
a soft sponge, a glove or a brush. Use very
light pressure.
– Rinse the sponge or glove often with clean
water.
– Special car shampoo should only be used
for very stubborn dirt.
– Leave the wheels, sill panels etc. until last,
using a different sponge or glove.
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Advice
Operation
Safety
The essentials