Cockpit
Control lamps Control and warning lamps The control and warning lamps are indicators
of warnings,
››› , faults
››› or certain func-
tions. Some control and warning lamps come
on when the ignition is switched on, and
switch off when the engine starts running, or
while driving.
When certain control and warning lamps are
lit, an audible warning is also heard.SymbolMeaning ››› See
Handbrake applied.
›››
page
89 Do not continue driving!
The brake fluid level is too low
or there is a fault in the brake
system.
it lights up:
Do not continue
driving!
The liquid coolant level is too
low,
the engine liquid coolant tem-
perature is too high or
there is a fault in the liquid cool-
ant system.
››› page
150
flashes: engine coolant system
faulty.››› page
150
Do not continue driving!
Engine oil pressure too low.››› page
146
SymbolMeaning ››› See
lights up or flashes:
Do not
continue driving!
Fault in the steering.››› page
84
On the instrument panel: driver
or passenger has not fastened
seat belt.
›››
page
11
Instrument panel display: a pas-
senger in the rear seats has fas-
tened their seatbelt.
A passenger in the rear seats
has not fastened their seat belt.›››
page
11
Faulty generator.›››
page
154
Vehicles with the Start-Stop sys-
tem: it is necessary to start the
engine manually.››› page
115
flashes in addition to the rest of
the segments of the fuel gauge:
Fuel tank almost empty.›››
page
139
SymbolMeaning ››› See
flashes quickly:
the City Safety
Assist system function* brakes
automatically or has braked au-
tomatically. Or:
flashes slowly: City Safety Assist
function is not currently availa-
ble.
››› page
110
The City Safety Assist* function
has been connected manually. It
switches off after 5 seconds.
flashes: The City Safety Assist*
function has been manually dis-
connected.
after the ignition is switched on:
indication that the end of the
period for an inspection to be
performed is approaching.››› page
36
it lights up:
ESC* faulty or dis-
connected by the system. ALTER-
NATIVELY:
flashes: ESC* or ASR regulating.
››› page
89 it lights up:
Traction Control faul-
ty or switched off by the system.
ALTERNATIVELY:
flashes: Traction Control regula-
tor operating.
ABS faulty or does not work.
Rear fog light switched on.›››
page
55» 39
Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
Lights and visibility
sunroof encounters resistance or an obstacle
when closing, it will immediately reopen.
● Check why the sliding/tilting sunroof has
not closed.
● Try to close it again.
● If it is still not possible to close it due to an
obstacle or resistance, it will remain in the
corresponding position. Close it without the
anti-trap function.
Closing the sliding/tilting electric panoramic
sunroof without the anti-trap function
● Within about 5 seconds of activating the
anti-trap function, pull knob ››› Fig. 42 5 un-
til the sliding/tilting sunroof is fully closed.
● As such, the sliding/tilting sunroof will
close without the anti-trap function!
● If the sunroof still cannot be closed, visit a
specialised workshop.
If the knob is released during the closing op-
eration, the sliding/tilting electric panoramic
sunroof opens automatically. WARNING
Closing the sliding/tilting electric panoramic
sunroof without the anti-trap function can re-
sult in serious injury.
● The sliding/tilting sunroof should always
be closed carefully. ●
No person should ever remain in the way of
the sliding/tilting sunroof, especially when
closing without the anti-trap function.
● The anti-trap function does not prevent fin-
gers or other parts of the body from becom-
ing trapped against the roof frame and inju-
ries occurring. Lights and visibility
Lights Introduction The legal requirements regarding the use of
vehicle lights in each country must be ob-
served.
The driver is personally responsible for the
correct use and adjustment of the lights in all
situations.
WARNING
If the headlights are set too high and the
main beam is not used correctly, there is a
risk of dazzling or distracting other road
users. This could result in a serious accident.
● Always make sure that the headlights are
correctly adjusted.
● Never use the main beam or flashed head-
lamps as this could dazzle other drivers. Control lampsIt lights
upPossible causeSolution
Rear fog light switched
on.›››
page 56» 55
Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
OperationIt lights
upPossible causeSolution
Front fog lights switch-
ed on›››
page 56
Left or right turn sig-
nal.
The control lamp flash-
es twice as fast when a
vehicle turn signal is
faulty.
If necessary,
check the vehi-
cle's lights.
Main beam on or
flasher on.›››
page 57 Several warning and control lamps light up
for a few seconds when the ignition is switch-
ed on, signalling that the function is being
verified. They will switch off after a few sec-
onds.
WARNING
Observe the safety warnings ››› in Control
and warning lamps on page 40. Turning on and off lights
Fig. 43
Next to the steering wheel: diagram
of some of the types of light switch The legal requirements regarding the use of
vehicle lights in each country must be ob-
served.
Turn the light switch to the required position
››› Fig. 43:
When the ignition is
switched offWhen the ignition
is on
Fog lights, dipped
beam and side lights
off.Lights off, daytime
driving light on.
Side light on.Side light on.
Dipped beam off; if
necessary, the side
light comes on for a
time.Dipped beam switched
on. Fog lights*
The control lamp
appears on the fog lights
c ontr
ol connected.
● Switching on the front fog lights
: Turn
the switch to position or pull out to the
first stop.
● Switching on the rear fog light
: turn the
light switch to position or pull out to
the maximum.
● To switch off the fog lights, press the light
switch or turn it to position
.
Audible warnings to advise the driver that
the lights have not been switched off
If the key is not in the ignition and the driver
door is open, an audible warning signal is
heard in the following cases: this is a remind-
er to turn off the lights.
● When the light switch is in position .
● When the light switch is in position . WARNING
The side lights or daytime driving lights are
not bright enough to illuminate the road
ahead and to ensure that other road users are
able to see you.
● Always use your dipped beam head lights if
it is raining or if visibility is poor. 56
Operation
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
Fuses and bulbs
Replacing a blown fuse Fig. 145
Image of a blown fuse Preparation
● Switch off the ignition, lights and all elec-
trical equipment.
● Open the corresponding fuse box
››› page 190 .
Identif y
ing a blown fuse
A fuse is blown if its metal strip is ruptured
››› Fig. 145.
Point a lamp at the fuse. This will make it
easier to see if the fuse is blown.
To replace a fuse ● Remove the fuse.
● Replace the blown fuse by one with an
identical amperage rating (same colour and
mark
ings) and identical size ››› .●
Replace the cover again or close the fuse
box lid. CAUTION
If you replace a fuse with higher-rating fuse,
you could cause damage to another part of
the electrical system. Changing bulbs
Introduction Changing bulbs requires a certain amount of
manual skill. If you are unsure, SEAT recom-
mends that you consult a technical service or
request assistance from a specialist. In gen-
eral a specialist is needed if, in addition to
the bulbs, other vehicle components require
removal.
You should store spare light bulbs in the ve-
hicle for safety-relevant lights. Spare bulbs
may be obtained from the technical services.
In some countries, it is a legal requirement to
carry spare bulbs in the vehicle.
Driving with faults and blown bulbs on the
vehicle exterior lighting is against the law.
Additional bulb specifications
The specifications of some headlamp bulbs
and bulbs for the tail lamps fitted at the fac-
tory may be different to those of conventionalbulbs. Bulb information is displayed on the
bulb socket or on the bulb itself.
WARNING
If the road is not well-lit and the vehicle is
not clearly visible to other drivers, there is a
risk of accident. WARNING
Failure to replace bulbs correctly may cause
serious accidents.
● Before carrying out any work in the engine
compartment please read and observe the
warnings ››› page 143. In any vehicle, the en-
gine c omp
artment is a hazardous area and
could cause severe injury.
● The bulbs H4, HB4 and H7 are pressurised
and might explode on changing them.
● Only replace the bulbs concerned when
they have cooled.
● Never replace bulbs alone if you are not fa-
miliar with the operations necessary. If you
are not sure about procedures then visit a
specialised workshop to carry out the neces-
sary work.
● Never touch the bulb glass directly. Finger-
prints will be evaporated by the heat of the
operating bulb thus “fogging” up the reflec-
tor.
● The headlamp frameworks in the engine
compartment and the tail lamps contain
sharp elements. Always protect your hands
when changing bulbs. » 191
Technical specifications
Advice
Operation
Safety
Index
Filling the tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 At the filling station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Fire extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
First-aid kit Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
First aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 see First aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Front airbags See "Airbag system" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Front passenger airbag See "Airbag system" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Front passenger front airbag Deactivating using the key switch . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Information on consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Type of fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Fuel consumption Economical driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
¿Why does it increase? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Fuel tank flap close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Fuse box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Identifying blown fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Identifying by colours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Preparation before replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 G
Glove compartment
see Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68, 69
H Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Head-on collisions and the laws of physics . . . . . 14
Headlamp range adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Headlight range control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Headlights Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Headlight washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Heated rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Heated seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Heating and ventilation system Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
See also Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . 80
High pressure cleaning apparatus . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Hill driving assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Hill hold Control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Start-Stop system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
I Identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Identification plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Ignition See "Engine and ignition" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Ignition key see vehicle key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 44
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Key removal lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Unauthorised vehicle key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Immobilizer
Operating fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
In case of a breakdown Securing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
In case of an emergency Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
In case of a breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Protecting yourself and securing the vehicle . 171
In case of emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Information on consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
InSP Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Instrument panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Display control functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Service interval display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
In the event of an emergency Fire extinguishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
First aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
ISOFIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 see Child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
J Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Raising the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
K key see vehicle key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
209
Index
Key see vehicle key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Key switch Deactivating the front passenger front airbag . 24
Kickdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
L Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Lifting platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Audible warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Control lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Controls lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Daytime driving light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Dipped beam headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Headlight range control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Instrument panel lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Instruments lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Main beam lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Parking light remains on both sides . . . . . . . . . 57
Reading light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Side lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
turning off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
turning on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Load Driving with the rear lid open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Transporting a load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 General advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Loading luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Roof carrier system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Locking from the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 from the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Rear lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Luggage compartment Rear shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
M
Main beam headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Main beam lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Main panel Turn signal and main beam lever . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Malfunction automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 see also Changing gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Manufacturer identification plate . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
mechanical locking locking and unlocking from the exterior . . . . . . 46
locking and unlocking from the inside . . . . . . . 48
Mirrors Convenience functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Rear vision mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Mobile telephone Using without an exterior aerial . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119, 135
Modifications to the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
N Natural gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
New engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
New tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 New tyres and wheels
About your tyres and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Noises Brake assist systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Notes for the user . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Number of seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
O
Octane rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Oil See engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Older tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Onboard diagnostic system (ODB) . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Opening Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
from the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
from the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Rear lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Sliding/tilting electric panoramic sunroof . . . . 53
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Opening doors individually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Operating fault Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Operating faults Radio reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73, 135
Optical parking system (OPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Outside temperature indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Overview Control lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
P Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89, 91
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