2014 Seat Mii window

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struck by a detonating airbag and fired
through the vehicle interior. To reduce the
risks, please note the following:
●
Secure all objects in the vehicle. Always
place equipment and heavy objects in the
boot.
● Always secure objects to the fastening
rings with suitable rope or straps to prevent
them from being thrown around the interior
and moving to the airbag deployment area in
the event of sudden movements or accidents.
● While driving, always keep object compart-
ments closed.
● Do not place hard, heavy or sharp objects
inside the vehicle interior, in open storage
compartments, the rear shelf or on the dash
panel.
● Remove hard, heavy and sharp objects from
clothes and pockets inside the vehicle and
store securely. WARNING
The transport of heavy object changes vehi-
cle handling and increases braking distance.
Heavy loads that have not been stored or se-
cured correctly could cause loss of control
and result in serious injury.
● Vehicle handling changes when transport-
ing heavy objects due to a change in the cen-
tre of gravity.
● Distribute the load as uniformly and as low
down on the vehicle as possible. ●
Store heavy objects in the luggage com-
partment as far from the rear axle as possi-
ble. CAUTION
Hard objects on the rear shelf could chafe
against the wires of the heating element in
the heated rear window and cause damage. Note
The ventilating slits between the heated rear
window and the rear shelf must not be cov-
ered so that used air can escape from the ve-
hicle. Folding and lifting up the rear seat
bench backrest
Fig. 69
Rear seat: unlock button A ; red
marking B The rear seat backrest can be folded forward
to extend the luggage compartment.
Folding the rear seat backrest forwards
●
Push the head restraint down as far as it
will go or remove it if necessary ››› page 6 and
store it in a safe place.
● Pull the unlock switch ››› Fig. 69 A for-
wards whilst simultaneously lifting the rear
seat backrest.
● The rear seat backrest is not engaged when
the red marking of the button B is visible.
● If the rear seat backrest is folded, people
(including children) are not permitted to trav-
el in the rear folded seats.
Folding up the rear seat backrest
● Lift back the backrest of the rear seat and
push it firmly into the lock until it clicks se-
curely into place ››› .
● The red marking on the unlock button B must not be seen.
●
Make sure that the backrest of the rear seat
is securely locked in position so that the seat
belts can provide proper protection in the
rear seats.
● If necessary, reinstall and readjust the head
restraints ›››
page 64 .
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●
Avoid brusque manoeuvres and sudden
braking.
● Adjust your speed and driving style to visi-
bility, road, traffic and weather conditions. CAUTION
● Always remove the roof carrier system from
the roof before entering a car wash.
● The height of your vehicle is changed by
the installation of the roof carrier and the
load secured on it. Compare the vehicle
height with the passage height, for example
in underground car parks or for garage doors.
● The roof antenna and the range of the rear
lid should not be affected by the roof carrier
system or the load being transported.
● Take extra care not to let the hatch strike
the roof load when opening. For the sake of the environment
The vehicle uses more fuel when the roof car-
rier system is fitted. Securing the base supports and roof
carrier system
Fig. 74
Attachment points for the basic sup-
ports and the roof carrier system in two-door
vehicles. Fig. 75
Attachment points for the basic sup-
ports and the roof carrier system in four-door
vehicles. The mounts are the basis of a complete roof
carrier system. Special fixtures must be add-
ed in order to safely transport luggage, bicy-cles, skis, surf boards or boats on the roof.
The suitable accessories can be acquired at
SEAT dealerships.
Securing the base supports and roof carrier
system
The roof carrier system must always be instal-
led exactly according to the instructions pro-
vided.
Two-door vehicles:
the holes and marks indi-
cating the fitting points for base front sup-
ports are in the lower half of the roof struts
››› Fig. 74
(enlarged left image). The holes
and m ark
s are only seen with the door open.
The fitting marks for base rear supports are in
the upper half of the windows ››› Fig. 74
(en-
larged right image).
Four-door vehicles: the holes or marks indi-
cating the fitting points for base supports are
in the lower half of the roof struts and can on-
ly be seen with the door open ››› Fig. 75.
The ba

se support should only
be fitted to the
points indicated in the diagram. WARNING
If the base supports and the roof carrier sys-
tem are incorrectly fitted or used in an unsuit-
able manner, the entire system could break
free causing accident and injury.
● Always take the manufacturer assembly in-
structions into account. 78

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Air conditioning
Heating, ventilation and air
conditioning system Introduction Dust and pollen filter
The dust and pollen filter with its activated
charcoal cartridge serves as a barrier against
impurities in the interior ambient air.
For the air conditioner to work with maximum
efficiency, the dust and pollen filter must be
replaced at the intervals specified in the
Maintenance Programme.
If the filter loses efficiency prematurely due
to use in areas with very high levels of air
pollution, the filter must be changed more
frequently than stated in the Service Sched-
ule.
WARNING
Reduced visibility through the windows in-
creases the risk of serious accidents. ●
Ensure that all windows are free of ice and
snow and that they are not fogged up pre-
venting a clear view of everything outside.
● The maximum heat output required to de-
frost windows as quickly as possible is only
available when the engine has reached its
normal running temperature. Only drive when
you have good visibility.
● Always ensure that you use the heating
system, ventilation, air conditioner and the
heated rear window to maintain good visibili-
ty.
● 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 re-
duce 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 spe-
cialist knowledge and special tools. SEAT rec-
ommends taking your car in for technical
service. Note
● When the cooling system is turned off, air
coming from the outside will not be dried. To
avoid fogging up the windows, SEAT recom-
mends leaving the cooler (compressor) on. To
do this, press the A/C button. The button
lamp should light up.
● The maximum heat output required to de-
frost 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 en-
sure heating and cooling are not impaired,
and to prevent the windows from misting
over. 80

Air conditioning
Controls Fig. 76
In the centre console: Heating and ventilation system rotary control Fig. 77
In the centre console: Air conditioning system controlsControl buttonAdditional information. Heating and ventilation system ››› Fig. 76 and air conditioning system ››› Fig. 77.
1 TemperatureRotate the control to adjust the temperature accordingly.
2 FanSetting 0: fan and manual air conditioning switched off. Setting 4: maximum fan level.
3 Air distributionRotate the continuous control to direct the airflow to the desired area. 
Heating and ventilation system:
defrost function. Distribution of air to the windscreen and the side windows in the exterior rear vision mirror area.
Air conditioning system: defrost function. Distribution of air to the windscreen and the side windows in the exterior rear vision mirror area. Press the
A/C
button, increase the fan speed and switch on air recirculation ››› page 84 to clear the windscreen of condensation as soon as possible. 
Air distribution towards the body.

Air distribution towards the footwell.»
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OperationControl buttonAdditional information. Heating and ventilation system
››› Fig. 76 and air conditioning system ››› Fig. 77. 
Air distribution towards the windscreen and the footwell.

Air conditioner: press the button to turn off/on the cooling system
››› page 82.
4 Air conditioner: sliding control for air recirculation ››› page 84.
Switching offTurn the air fan switch 2 to position 0.Heated rear window
The heated rear window button
 is located
on the centre console. The heated rear win-
dow only works when the engine is running
and switches off automatically after a maxi-
mum of 10 minutes. WARNING
Never turn off the air fan for a long time or the
air in the vehicle interior will not be refresh-
ed.
● Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and
reduce driver and passenger concentration
possibly resulting in a serious accident. Heating and ventilation system user
instructions
Temperature
The desired temperature for the interior can-
not be lower than that of the exterior air tem- perature, as the heating and fresh air system
cannot cool or dehumidify the air.
Setting for conditions of optimal visibility
● Set the fan ››› Fig. 76 2 to setting 1 or 2.
● Turn the temperature control ››› Fig. 76 1 to the centre position.
●
Open and direct the air outlets in the dash
panel ››› page 83.
● Turn the air di

stribution control
››› Fig. 76 3 to the required position.
User instructions for the air
conditioner* The interior cooling system only works when
the engine is running and the fan is switched
on.
The air conditioning operates most effective-
ly with the windows closed. However, if the
vehicle has heated up after standing in thesun for some time, the air inside can be
cooled more quickly by opening the windows
briefly.
Setting for conditions of optimal visibility
When the air conditioning is switched on, the
temperature and the air humidity in the vehi-
cle interior drop. In this way, when the out-
side air humidity is high, the windows do not
mist over and comfort for the vehicle occu-
pants is improved.
● Disable air recirculation mode
››› page 84.
● Set the f

an to the required setting.
● Turn the temperature control to the centre
position.
● Open and direct the air outlets in the dash
panel ››› page 83.
● Turn the air di

stribution control to the de-
frost position.
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CAUTION
Never place food, medicines or other heat-
sensitive objects close to the air vents. Being
heat-sensitive, they may be damaged or
made unsuitable for use by the air coming
from the air vents. Air recirculation
Important
Air recirculation mode prevents the ambient
air from entering the interior.
When the outside temperature is very high or
very low, selecting manual air recirculation
mode for a short period refreshes or heats
the interior more quickly.
● Switch off air recirculation mode by turning
the air distribution control to the  ››› po-
sition.
Switching the air recirculation mode on and
off 
Switching on: Move the sliding control
› ›
› Fig. 77 4 to the right to maximum.
Switching off: Move the sliding control
› ›

› Fig. 77 4 to the left to maximum. WARNING
Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and re-
duce driver concentration possibly resulting
in a serious accident.
● Never use recirculation mode for long peri-
ods as it does not refresh the air inside the
vehicle.
● If the cooling system is switched off and air
recirculation mode switched on, the windows
can mist over very quickly, considerably limit-
ing visibility.
● Switch air recirculation mode off when it is
not required. CAUTION
Do not smoke when the air recirculation is ac-
tivated. The smoke taken in could lie on the
cooling system vaporiser and on the dust and
pollen filter, leading to a permanently un-
pleasant smell. Driving
Steering Introduction The power steering* is not hydraulic but elec-
tromechanical. The advantage of this steer-
ing system is that it disposes of hydraulic
tubes, hydraulic oil, the pump, filter and oth-
er components. The electromechanical sys-
tem saves fuel. While a hydraulic system re-
quires oil pressure to be maintained, electro-
mechanical steering only requires energy
when the steering wheel is turned.
With the power steering system, the assisted
steering function automatically adjusts ac-
cording to the vehicle speed, the steering tor-
que and the wheel turning angle. The power
steering only works when the engine is run-
ning.
WARNING
If the power steering is not working then the
steering wheel is much more difficult to turn
and the vehicle more difficult to control.
● The power steering only works when the
engine is running.
● Never allow the vehicle to move when the
engine is switched off.
● Never remove the key from the ignition if
the vehicle is in motion. The steering may 84

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Key not authorised for the vehicle
If a key which is not authorised for this vehi-
cle is inserted in the ignition lock, it can be
removed as follows:
● Automatic gearbox : the key cannot be re-
moved from the ignition lock. Press and re-
lease the selector lever locking button. Key
can be removed from the vehicle.
● Manual gearbox : Remove the key from the
ignition. WARNING
Unsuitable or careless use of the vehicle key
could result in serious injury.
● Always take all the keys with you whenever
you leave the vehicle. If not, the engine could
accidentally be started and electrical equip-
ment such as the windows could accidentally
be operated resulting in serious injury.
● Never leave children or disabled people
alone in the car. Passengers could be trapped
in the car in an emergency and not be able to
get themselves to safety. For example, de-
pending on the time of the year, tempera-
tures inside a locked and closed vehicle can
be extremely high or extremely low resulting
in serious injuries and illness or even death,
particularly for young children.
● Never remove the key from the ignition if
the vehicle is in motion. The steering may
lock and it will not be possible to turn the
steering wheel. Note
● If the key is left in the ignition lock with the
engine off for long periods, the vehicle bat-
tery will run flat.
● For automatic gearbox vehicles the key can
only be removed from the ignition lock if the
gear selector lever is in position P. In this
case, press and release the selector lever
locking button. Starting the engineComplete operations only in the sequence giv-
en.
1.Press the brake pedal and keep pressed until
step 5 has been completed.
1 a.In vehicles with a manual gearbox: Press the
clutch pedal all the way and keep pressed un- til the engine starts.
2.Put the gearbox lever in neutral or the selector lever in position N.
3.Turn the key in the ignition lock to position
››› Fig. 79 2; do not press the accelerator.
4.When the engine has started, release the key
in the ignition lock.
5.If the engine does not start, stop the processand try again after one minute.
6.Release the handbrake when you want to be- gin driving ››› page 89. WARNING
Never leave the vehicle unattended if the en-
gine is running. The vehicle could move off
suddenly, especially if it is in gear, resulting
in an accident and serious injury. WARNING
Cold start sprays could explode or cause a
sudden increase in the engine speed.
● Never use start boosters. CAUTION
● An attempt to start the engine while driving
or starting the engine immediately after turn-
ing it off can cause damage to the engine or
starter motor.
● When the engine is cold, avoid high revs
and heavy acceleration and do not make the
engine work hard.
● Do not push or tow start the engine. Un-
burnt fuel could damage the catalytic con-
verter. For the sake of the environment
Do not warm the engine at idle speed; start
driving immediately if the visibility is OK.
This helps the engine reach operating tem-
perature faster and reduces emissions. » 87
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Driving
Braking and parking Introduction The assisted braking systems
are the elec-
tr
onic distribution of the brake force (EBV),
the anti-lock brake system (ABS), the brake
assist system (BAS), the electronic differen-
tial lock (EDL), the traction control (TC), the
traction control system (ASR) and the elec-
tronic stability control (ESC*). WARNING
Driving with worn brake pads or a faulty
brake system may lead to serious accident.
● If you believe the brake pads to be worn or
the brake system to be faulty, immediately
refer to a specialised workshop to check the
brake pads and replace the worn ones. WARNING
Careless parking can cause serious injury.
● Never remove the key from the ignition if
the vehicle is in motion. The steering lock
may engage and lock the steering wheel mak-
ing the vehicle impossible to control.
● Always park your vehicle so that no part of
the exhaust system can come in contact with
flammable materials (such as wood, leaves,
dried grass, spilled fuel, etc.).
● Always apply the handbrake when you
leave your vehicle and when you park. ●
Never leave children or disabled people
alone in the vehicle. They could release the
electronic parking brake, activate the selec-
tor lever or gear stick and start the vehicle
moving. This could result in a serious acci-
dent.
● Always take all the keys with you whenever
you leave the vehicle. The engine could acci-
dentally be started and electrical equipment
such as the windows could accidentally be
operated resulting in serious injury.
● 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 themselves to safety. For example, de-
pending on the time of the year, tempera-
tures inside a locked and closed vehicle can
be extremely high or extremely low resulting
in serious injuries and illness or even death,
particularly for young children. CAUTION
● Special care should be taken when parking
in areas with high kerbs or fixed barriers. Ob-
jects protruding from the ground may dam-
age the bumper or other parts of the vehicle
during manoeuvres. To avoid damage, stop
before the wheels touch the barrier or kerb.
● Special attention is required when driving
through entrances, over ramps, kerbs or oth-
er objects. The vehicle underbody, bumpers,
mudguards and running gear, and the engine
and exhaust system could be damaged as
you drive over these objects. Warning and control lamps
It lights
upPossible cause
››› Solution 
Handbrake ap-
plied.›››
page 90. 
Fault in the brake
system  Do not drive on!
Seek professional
advice ››› page 92.
Brake fluid level
inadequate.  Do not drive on!
Check brake fluid
level ››› page 153.
Together with the
ABS control lamp
: ABS and EBV
do not function. 
Do not drive on!
Seek professional
advice ››› page 92. 
ESC* disconnec-
ted by system.Switching the igni-
tion on and off If
necessary, drive for a
short distance.
Fault in ESC*.Contact a special-
ised workshop.
Together with the
ABS control lamp
: Fault in the
ABS.
Contact a special-
ised workshop. The
vehicle can be
braked without ABS.
The battery has
been reconnected.››› page 154. 
Traction Control
faulty or switched
off by the system.Contact a special-
ised workshop.»
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