2014 Seat Mii headlights

Cockpit
Operation
Cockpit Overview Legend for the Fig. 23
:
Int
erior door release lever . . . . . . . . .49
Turn switch for adjusting the exteri-
or mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
– Exterior mirror adjustment     
– Heated exterior mirrors 
Air outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Lever for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
– Turn signals  and main beam
headlights 
– Cruise control system (CCS)  –
 –  –  /+ – /- . . . . . . .107
Steering wheel with horn and
– Driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 39
Windscreen wiper/ windscreen
wash lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
– Windscreen wipers
– Rear window wiper
1 2
3
4
5
6
7 –
Lever with buttons for controlling
the SEAT information system - ,
 /
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
C ontr

ols for:
– Start-Stop system button  . . .115
– Rear window heating button  . .80
– Left seat heating controls  . . . . . 64
Switches for: – Heating and ventilation system .80
– Air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
SEAT Portable System (supplied by
SEAT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Radio (factory fitted) ››› Booklet Ra-
dio
Controls for:
– Hazard warning lights switch  . 170
– Passenger front airbag off warn-
ing lamp      . .17
– Right seat heating controls 
or rear window heating button 
(alternative position) . . . . . . . . . . .64, 80
Storage compartment with drink
holder in the centre console . . . . . . .71
Handle of the storage compartment
or storage compartment open 1)
. . . 67
8 9
10
11
12
13
14 In the side of the dash panel: Key
switch for switching off the front
passenger airbag
1)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Position of passenger front airbag
on the dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
12 volt socket or cigarette lighter* .72, 72
Lever for:
– Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
– Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Button for:
– City Safety Assist function   . 110
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Steering column adjustment lever .6
Open bonnet lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Headlamp range adjustment  . . . 55
Light switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Central lock button    . . . . . . . . . .45
Button for operating the electric
windows of the driver door  . . . . .52
15 16
17
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1)
According to version
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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.›››
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Lights and visibility
Lights and visibility: functions Parking light remains on both sides
If when switching off the ignition, the light
control remains in the position 
and the ve-
hic
le is closed from outside, both headlights,
in addition to the side lights and the rear
lights will light up.
Daytime driving light
The daytime driving light consists of individu-
al lights in the front headlamps.
When the daytime driving light is switched
on, only the individual lights come on ››› .
The daytime lights are switched on each time
the ignition is turned on if the light switch is
in position .
Switching the daytime driving light on and
off
To switch the daytime driving light on or off,
it is necessary to fit or remove the corre-
sponding fuse. Ask for professional assis-
tance for this. WARNING
If the road is not well-lit and the vehicle is
not clearly visible to other drivers, an acci-
dent may occur.
● Never use the daytime driving light if the
road is not well-lit as a result of the weather conditions and poor visibility. The daytime
driving lights are not bright enough to illumi-
nate the road ahead and to ensure that other
road users are able to see you.
●
The rear lights do not come on with the
daytime driving light. A vehicle which does
not have the rear lights on may not be visible
to other drivers in the darkness, if it is rain-
ing or in conditions of poor visibility. Note
The headlights, rear lights and turn signals
may mist up temporarily on the inside in cool
or damp weather. This is normal and in no
way effects the useful life of the vehicle light-
ing system. Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 44
Turn signal and main beam lever in
their initial position Move the lever to the required position:
Right turn signal.
Left turn signal.
Switching on main beam ››› . When the
main beam headlights are switched on,
the warning lamp  is switched on in the
instrument panel.
Switch on the flasher or switch off the
main beam headlights. The flashed beam
comes on if the lever is pressed. The
warning lamp 
will light up during this
pr

ocess.
Push the lever all the way down to turn off
the corresponding function.
Convenience turn signals
For the convenience turn signals, move the
lever as far as possible upwards or down-
wards and release the lever. The turn signal
will flash 3 times.
The convenience indicators can be deactiva-
ted at a Specialised workshop. WARNING
Incorrect use of the headlights may cause ac-
cidents and serious injury, as the main beam
may distract or dazzle other drivers. » 1
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Operation
Note
● The turn signal only works when the igni-
tion is switched on. The hazard warning
lights also work when the ignition is switch-
ed off ››› page 170.
● If an
y of both turn signals fails, the warning
lamp will start flashing twice faster than nor-
mal.
● The main beam headlights can only be
sw

itched on if the dipped beam headlights
are already on. Adjusting the headlights
In those countries where vehicles drive on
the other side of the road to the home coun-
try, the asymmetric dipped beam may dazzle
drivers of oncoming vehicles.
For this reason, stickers may be needed to
cover the headlights when driving abroad.
For further information, please refer to a spe-
cialised workshop. SEAT recommends visiting
a technical service.
Note
The use of stickers to cover headlights is only
permitted over a short period. To modify the
direction of the headlamps more permanent-
ly, please take the vehicle to a specialised
workshop. SEAT recommends taking your car
in for technical service. Headlight range control, lighting of
instruments and controls
Fig. 45
Next to the steering wheel: Headlight
range control Headlamp height adjustment
The headlight range control
››› Fig. 45 is
modified ac c

ording to the value of the head-
light beam and the vehicle load status. This
offers the driver optimum visibility and the
headlights do not dazzle oncoming drivers
››› .
The headlights can only be adjusted when
the dipped beam is switched on.
To reset, turn switch ››› Fig. 45:
ValueVehicle load status a)
–Two front occupants, luggage compart-
ment empty
To reset, turn switch
››› Fig. 45:
ValueVehicle load status a)
1All seats occupied, luggage compartment
empty
2All seats occupied, luggage compartment
full
3Driver only, luggage compartment full
a)
If the vehicle load does not correspond to those shown in the
table, it is possible to select intermediary positions.
Instrument and switch lighting
When the side lights or dipped beam head-
lights are switched on, the lighting for instru-
ments and controls lights up at a constant
brightness. WARNING
Heavy objects in the vehicle may mean that
the headlights dazzle and distract other driv-
ers. This could result in a serious accident.
● Adjust the light beam to the vehicle load
status so that it does not blind other drivers. Reading light
But-
ton/SwitchFunction 
Switching off the reading light.
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Care and maintenance
SEAT recommends the use of car washes
without brushes.
To remove traces of wax on windows and to
prevent wiper blades from scratching, please
observe the following ››› page 128, Cleaning
windows and exterior mirrors .
Washing the car by hand
When washing the car by hand, use plenty of
water to soften the dirt first, and rinse off as
well as possible.
Then clean the vehicle with a soft sponge,
glove or
brush using only slight pressure.
Start at the roof and work downwards. Spe-
cial car shampoo should only be used for
ver

y persistent dirt.
Rinse the sponge or glove thoroughly and of-
ten.
Wheels, sills and similar should be cleaned
last. Use a second sponge for this. WARNING
Sharp components on the vehicle may cause
injury.
● Protect arms and hands from sharp edges
when cleaning the vehicle undercarriage or
the interior of the wheel hubs. WARNING
After the vehicle has been washed, the brak-
ing effect will be reduced (and the braking
distance increased) due to moisture (and ice
in winter) on the brakes.
● “Dry the brakes and remove ice” by braking
carefully. Ensure that you are not endanger-
ing other road-users or breaking traffic regu-
lations in the process. CAUTION
● The temperature of the water must not ex-
ceed +60 °C (+140 °F).
● To avoid damage to the paintwork, do not
wash the vehicle in full sun.
● Do not use rough sponges or similar which
could damage the surface to clean away the
traces of insects.
● Never wipe the headlights with a dry cloth
or sponge, always moisten first. It is best to
use soapy water.
● Washing the vehicle in low temperatures:
When washing the vehicle with a hose, do
not direct water into the lock cylinders or the
gaps around the doors or roof. Locks and
seals could freeze! CAUTION
To prevent damage to the vehicle, please ob-
serve the following before entering an auto-
matic car wash: ●
Compare the distance between the vehicle
wheels and the distance between the guide-
rails of the car wash to prevent damage to the
wheels and tyres!
● Switch off the rain sensor before taking the
vehicle to an automatic car wash.
● Compare the height and width of your vehi-
cle with the available height and width when
entering and driving through the car wash.
● Fold in exterior mirrors Electrically retracta-
ble exterior mirrors must not be folded in or
out by hand. Always use the electrical power
control.
● To avoid damaging the bonnet paintwork,
rest the windscreen wipers on the windscreen
after drying the wiper blades. Do not let them
fall!
● Lock the rear lid to prevent it from opening
unexpectedly while inside the car wash. Washing the vehicle with high
pressure cleaning apparatus
When cleaning the vehicle with a high-pres-
sure cleaner, always follow the operating in-
structions for the equipment. Pay special at-
tention to the required pressure of the jet
and the
distance
between the jet and the ve-
hic

le ››› .
Keep a suitable distance from soft materials,
such as rubber hoses or insulating material, »
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Advice
CAUTION
To avoid considerable damage to the vehicle
electrical system, note the following careful-
ly: ● If the jump leads are incorrectly connected,
this could result in a short circuit.
● The vehicles must not touch each other,
otherwise electricity could flow as soon as
the positive terminals are connected. How to jump start: description
Fig. 133
Diagram of connections for vehicles
without Start-Stop system. Fig. 134
Diagram of connections for vehicles
with Start-Stop system. Jump lead terminal connections
1. Switch off the ignition of both vehicles
››› .
2. Connect one end of the red jump lead to
the po s
itive + terminal of the vehicle
with the flat battery A
››› Fig. 133 .
3. C

onnect the other end of the red
jump
lead to the positive terminal + in the ve-
hicle providing assistance B .
4. For vehicles without Start-Stop system:
connect one end of the black jump lead to
the negative terminal – of the vehicle
providing the current B
››› Fig. 133 .
– For

vehicles with Start-Stop system: con-
nect one end of the black jump lead X to a
suitable ground terminal, to a solid piece of
metal in the engine block, or to the engine
block itself ››› Fig. 134 . 5.
C
onnect the other end of the
black jump
lead X to a solid metal component bolted
to the engine block or to the engine block
itself of the vehicle with the flat battery.
Do not connect it to a point near the bat-
tery A .
6. Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving
parts in the engine compartment.
Starting
7. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let it run at idling
speed.
8. Start the engine of the vehicle with the flat battery and wait 2 or 3 minutes until the
engine is “running”.
Removing the jump leads
9. Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the dipped beam headlights (if they
are switched on).
10. Turn on the heater blower and heated rear
w indo

w in the vehicle with the flat battery.
This helps minimise voltage peaks which
are generated when the leads are discon-
nected.
11.When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse order to the details
given above.
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Advice
CAUTION
● After changing a bulb, if the rubber covers
are not replaced correctly on the headlamp
framework, the electrical installation may be damaged, especially if water is allowed to en-
ter.
● Remove the ignition key before working on
the electric system. Otherwise, a short circuit could occur. ●
Switch off the lights and the parking light
before changing a bulb.
● Take good care to avoid damaging any com-
ponents. Replacing the bulbs in the headlights
Fig. 146
In the engine compartment: Rear view of
the front left headlight with rubber cover: A dip-
ped beam and main beam headlights, B side
lights and daytime driving lights and C turn sig-
nal There is no need to remove the headlight to
replace bulbs.Complete operations only in the sequence given:
Fig. 146ABC
Dipped beam and main beam headlightsSide light and daytime driving lightTurn signals (front)
1.Open the bonnet 
››› page 143.
2.
Remove the bulb connector H4. Remove the rubber cover using
the tabs.Turn the bulb holder in an anticlockwise direction as far as it will go and remove it, along with the bulb, pulling backwards.Press the retaining clip D downwards in the direction of the ar-
row, and unclip sideways and remove it. 192

Fuses and bulbsComplete operations only in the sequence given:
Fig. 146ABC
Dipped beam and main beam headlightsSide light and daytime driving lightTurn signals (front)
3.Remove the bulb from the holder. If necessary, press the lock on the bulb holder.
4.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
5.Insert the bulb, return it to its position and insert the retaining
clip DInsert the bulb holder in the headlight and
turn it clockwise as far as the stop.Insert the bulb holder in the headlight and
turn it clockwise as far as the stop.
6.Place the rubber cover and check that is in the correct position.
Insert the connector to the bulb H4. Note
The images show the left hand headlight
from behind. The structure of the right hand
side headlight is symmetric. To replace the front bumper bulbs
Fig. 147
In the front right wheel arch: Remove
the retaining screws (arrows) and take out the
expansive rivet A . Fig. 148
Changing the bulbs in the head-
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