
Opening and closing
Multimedia AUX-IN and MDI Inputs Fig. 34
AUX-IN input/MDI input. The operating description is located in the re-
spective Instruction Manuals of the audio
system or the navigation system. AUX-IN Input
The AUX-IN input is located in one of the fol-
lowing places:
● in the centre console between the front
seats ››› Fig. 34 -
;
● abo
ve the storage compartment in the front
centre console ››› Fig. 34 -
;
● in the front panel of the SEAT Media System
2.2 navigation system.
The purpose of the AUX-IN input is to connect
external devices in order to play music (i.e.
iPod ®
or an mp3 player) using the factory-fit-
ted audio system or the navigation system.
MDI Input
The MDI input is located above the storage
compartment in the front centre console
››› Fig. 34 - ;
The MDI input
is composed of the USB and
AUX-IN inputs.
The purpose of the MDI input is to connect
external devices (i.e. iPod ®
, mp3 players or
USB memories) in order to play music using
the audio system or the navigation system.
In order to connect Apple multimedia devices
(such as an iPod ®
/iPhone ®
, etc.) the corre-
sponding adaptor from the SEAT Original Ac-
cessories Catalogue is required. Opening and closing
Remote control General notes The remote control key can
● Lock and unlock the vehicle
● Unlock or open the rear lid
The remote control transmitter and the bat-
teries are integrated in the key. The receiver
is inside the vehicle. The remote control key
has a maximum range of 30 metres. The
range is reduced as the batteries start to lose
power.
The key includes a foldaway part that can be
used to manually lock or unlock the vehicle
and to start the engine.
If a lost key is replaced or the receiver is re-
paired or changed, the remote control key
must be adapted by an authorised SEAT deal-
er. Only then can the remote control key be
used again. Note
● The remote control is automatically deacti-
vated when the ignition is switched on.
● The remote control function may be tempo-
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Operation
transmitters near the vehicle that operate on
the same frequency (e.g. mobile phone, tele-
vision transmitter).
● If the central locking system or the anti-
theft alarm only responds to the remote con-
trol at a distance of less than 3 metres, then
the battery must be replaced ››› page 53.
● If the driver door is open, the vehicle can-
not be locked using the remote control. Unlocking and locking the vehicle
Fig. 35
Remote control key Unlocking the vehicle
– Press button 1 .
Locking the vehicle
– Press button 3 . Deactivating the Safe lock
– Press button 3 twice in 2 seconds. Further
information ››› page 54.
Unlocking the rear lid
– Pr e
ss button 2 . Further information
››› page 59 .
Unf o
lding the key shaft
– Press button 4 .
Folding the key shaft
– Press button 4 and fold the key shaft back
to its original position.
The turn signals will flash twice when the ve-
hicle is unlocked. If the vehicle is unlocked
using button 1 and none of the doors or the
rear lid is opened in the following 30 sec-
onds, the vehicle will automatically relock
and the Safe lock or the anti-theft alarm will
be activated. This function prevents the vehi-
cle from being unlocked by mistake.
Locking indication
The turn signals will flash if the vehicle has
been correctly locked.
Should any of the doors or the rear lid remain
open when the vehicle is locked, the turn sig-
nals will only flash when they are closed. WARNING
Do not leave people or animals in vehicles
locked from outside with the Safe lock activa-
ted: the doors and windows cannot then be
opened from the inside. Doors locked in this
manner could delay assistance in an emer-
gency. Risk of death! Note
● Only use the remote control when the
doors and the rear lid are locked and the ve-
hicle is within sight.
● Do not press the lock button on the re-
mote control before inserting the key in the
ignition, otherwise the vehicle could be
locked by mistake. Should this occur, press
the unlock button on the remote control.
Remote control synchronisation
f the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
using the remote control, the key code may
not match that of the control unit. This can
occur when the remote control buttons are
frequently pressed outside the range of the
system or if the remote control battery has
been replaced.
In this case, it must be synchronised as fol-
lows:
● Press any key on the remote control key.
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Transport and practical equipment
WARNING
Never put flammable materials in the ashtray.
Risk of fire! CAUTION
Never hold onto the ashtray by the lid when
removing it. Risk of breaking the lid. 12 Volt power socket
Fig. 71
Centre console: 12 V power socket. The 12 V power socket is located at the front
of the centre console
›››
Fig. 71 .
U s
ing the power socket
– Open the cover or remove the cigarette
lighter concealing the socket.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance
into the socket. Additional information
››› page 122, Acces-
sories and modifications to the vehicle . WARNING
● Improper use of the sockets or electrical
appliances can cause a fire and lead to burns
and other serious injuries.
● Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle. The 12 V power socket is also func-
tional when the ignition is switched off and
the key is removed.
● Should the connected appliance overheat,
immediately switch it off and disconnect it
from the socket. CAUTION
● The 12 V power socket can only be used to
power appliances with a power rating of up to
120 watts.
● Never exceed the maximum permitted pow-
er, as this could cause damage to the vehicle
electrical installation.
● With the engine switched off, however, the
vehicle battery will drain. Risk of discharging
the battery!
● Only use suitable plugs so as not to dam-
age the power socket.
● Only use appliances that have been tested
for electromagnetic compatibility in compli-
ance with current regulations.
● Before switching the ignition on or off, un-
plug the appliances from the power socket to protect them from any damage caused by
fluctuations in voltage.
● Follow the instructions for use of connected
appliances! Multimedia compartment
Fig. 72
Front centre console: multimedia
compartment. The multimedia compartment is in the stor-
age compartment of the front centre console
››› Fig. 72 .
The c omp
artment can be used to hold mobile
phones, mp3 players or similar devices. WARNING
Never use the multimedia compartment as an
ashtray or to store flammable materials. Risk
of fire! 79
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Operation
Storage compartment for
(sun)glasses* Fig. 73
Close-up of roof panel: storage com-
partment for eyeglasses. –
Press the compartment lid and it will drop
down ››› Fig. 73 . WARNING
This compartment must only remain open
when removing or replacing glasses. CAUTION
● Do not place heat-sensitive objects in the
compartment as they could be damaged.
● The side compartment supports a maxi-
mum load of 0.25 kg. Coat hooks*
The coat hooks are located on the B-pillars
and on the handles on the interior lining
above each rear door.
WARNING
● Make sure that any items of clothing hang-
ing from the coat hooks do not obstruct your
view to the rear.
● Only use the coat hooks for light items of
clothing and make sure that there are no
heavy or sharp objects in the pockets.
● Do not use clothes hangers to hang up the
clothing, as this could interfere with the func-
tion of the head-protection airbags. CAUTION
The side hooks support a maximum load of 2
kg. Net pockets on back of front backrests
Fig. 74
Front seats backrests: net pockets. There are net pockets on the inside part of
the front seats backrests
››› Fig. 74 .
The se poc
kets are designed to hold light-
weight objects such as a mobile phone or an
mp3 player. WARNING
● Do not exceed the maximum load that the
net pockets can support. Heavy objects can-
not be safely secured. Risk of injuries! CAUTION
● The net pockets support a maximum load of
150 g.
● Do not place overly large objects in the
pockets (e.g. bottles) or objects with sharp
edges. Risk of damage to the pockets. 80