2014 Seat Toledo ignition

Operation
Note
In the event of a drop in voltage in the on-
board systems, the heated rear window
switches off automatically to ensure enough
power to control the engine ››› page 143, Au-
tomatic disconnection of electrical equip-
ment. Sun visors
Fig. 54
Driver's sun visor. Fig. 55
Front passenger's sun visor. The sun visors for the driver and the front
passenger can be pulled out of their central
supports and turned towards the doors in the
direction of arrow
1
››› Fig. 54 and 2 ›››
Fig. 55 respectively.
The s trip A is to store small objects such as
notepaper, etc.
The front passenger sun visor includes a van-
ity mirror B with a cover. The cover is
opened by sliding it in the direction indicated
by arrow 3
››› Fig. 55 . WARNING
Do not turn sun visors with attached objects
such as ball-pens, etc. toward the head pro-
tection airbag triggering zone on the side
windows. The head protection airbags could
injure occupants if triggered. Windscreen wipers and
windscreen washers
Introduction The windscreen wipers and windscreen
washers only work when the ignition is
switched on.
The speed of the automatic wipe in case of
rain is automatically adjusted according to
the intensity of the rainfall.The rear window is wiped once if the wind-
screen wipers are switched on and reverse
gear is engaged.
Fill the windscreen washer fluid
››› page 139. WARNING
● Make sure the blades ››› page 162 are in
perfect condition for good visibility and safe
driving.
● In cold conditions, you should not use the
wash/wipe system unless you have warmed
the windscreen with the heating and ventila-
tion system. The windscreen washer fluid
could otherwise freeze on the windscreen and
obscure your view of the road. CAUTION
● During winter, always check that the wind-
screen wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass before each trip or before switching on
the ignition. If you switch on the windscreen
wipers when the wiper blades are frozen to
the glass, this could damage both the wiper
blades and the wiper motor.
● If the ignition is switched off when the
windscreen wipers are on, they will start op-
erating in the same mode when the ignition
is switched back on. The wiper blades may be
frozen to the glass at low temperatures when
the ignition is switched off.
● Carefully separate the frozen wipers from
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●
Remove snow and ice from the wipers be-
fore starting your journey.
● Careless handling could lead to the wiper
arms damaging the windscreen.
● For safety reasons, the wiper blades should
be changed once or twice a year. They can be
purchased at a SEAT Authorised Service.
● The ignition cannot be switched on while
the windscreen wiper arms are in a raised po-
sition. Otherwise, the windscreen wipers
would return to their original position and
could damage the paintwork on the bonnet. Note
Keep the wipers clean. The wipers can be
soiled with remains of wax solutions from car
washes ››› page 124.
● On vehicles equipped with windscreen
washer jets, these are heated once the en-
gine is running. Handling windscreen wipers and
washers
Fig. 56
Window wiper lever. Short wipe
– Give the windscreen a brief wipe by moving
the lever down to position 4
››› Fig. 56 .
W ipe int
ervals/automatic wipe with rain
sensor*
– Push the lever up to position 1
››› Fig. 56 .
– With sw

itch A , adjust the wipe interval or
rain sensor sensitivity.
Switch A has 4 positions.
The rain sensor* is part of the intermittent
wipe function.
The rain sensor* controls the frequency of
the windscreen wiper intervals, depending
on the amount of rain. Slow wipe
–
Push the lever up to position 2
››› Fig. 56 .
C ontinuou

s wipe
– Push the lever up to position 3
››› Fig. 56 .
Aut om

atic windscreen wash and wipe
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel,
position 5
››› Fig. 56 , and the windscreen
w a

sher and wipers are switched on.
– Release the lever. The washer will stop and
the windscreen wipers will keep running for
1-3 wipes (depending on the windscreen
washer operating time).
Rear window wiper*
– Press the lever forward to position 6 ›››
Fig. 56 and the rear window wiper will
ru n ev

ery 6 seconds.
Automatic rear window wash and wipe* – Press the lever fully forward to position 7 ›››
Fig. 56 and the rear window wiper and
w a

sher switch on at the same time.
– Release the lever. The rear window washer
will stop and the rear window wipers will
keep running for 1-3 wipes (depending on
the jet operating time). When released, the
lever remains in position 6 .
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Operation
Cigarette lighter* Fig. 69
Centre console: lighter The cigarette lighter is located at the front of
the centre console
››› Fig. 69 .
U s
ing the cigarette lighter
– Press the cigarette lighter knob ››› Fig. 69.
– Wait

for the lighter to spring out.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the
cigarette on the glowing coil immediately.
– Put the cigarette lighter back in its socket. WARNING
● Take care when using the cigarette lighter!
Carelessness or negligence when using the
cigarette lighter can cause burns and serious
injuries.
● The cigarette lighter also works when the
ignition is off and when the ignition key is re- moved. Therefore, never leave children unsu-
pervised in the vehicle.
Note
● The 12 V power socket of the cigarette
lighter can also be used as a power source for
electrical appliances ››› page 79, 12 Volt
power socket .
● Ad dition

al information ››› page 122, Acces-
sories and modifications to the vehicle . Ashtrays*
Fig. 70
Centre console: front ashtray/rear
ashtray. Removing the ashtray
– Pull the ashtray ››› Fig. 70 upwards to re-
mo v

e.
Inserting the ashtray
– Push the ashtray down.
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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
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Operation
Air conditioning selection Basic air conditioning control settings recom-
mended for the corresponding operating
modes:SettingsControl positionButtonAir vents 4ABC12
Windscreen and side window de-
frost
a)Required tempera-
ture3 or 4 Do not switch onSwitched on automati-
callyb)Open and direct towards the
side window
Heat as quickly as possibleClockwise as far asit will go3 Switch on brieflyOffOpening
Mild heatingRequired tempera-
ture2 or 3 / Do not switch onOffOpening
Heat as quickly as possibleAnti-clockwise as far
as it will goBriefly 4, then 2 or 3 Switch on briefly
c)IgnitionOpening
Optimum coolingRequired tempera-
ture1 or 2 Do not switch onIgnitionOpen and direct towards the
roof
Fresh air mode - blowerAnti-clockwise as faras it will goRequired position Do not switch onOffOpening
a)
This type of setting is not recommended in countries with high air humidity. The windows could cool too quickly and cause them to mist over on the outside.
b) The lamp in button 2
lights up, even if not all of the conditions for cooling system operations are met. Cooling is indicated as available once all of the conditions are met
››› page 90, General notes .
c) In certain conditions, air recirculation mode can switch on automatically ››› page 92, a lamp illuminates in the  button. Note
● Controls A
››› Fig. 87 ››› p
age 90, B ,
C and buttons
1 and
2 .
● Air vents 4 ››› page 88 . ●
We recommend you leave the air vents 3
››› page 88 in the open position. Air recirculation
Air recirculation prevents unpleasant smells,
e.g. when passing through a tunnel or in
queuing traffic, from entering the interior.
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Temperature selection –
When you switch on the ignition, control 1›››
Fig. 88 ››› page 94 can be used to set the
required interior temperature.
It is possible to select interior temperatures
from +18 °C (+64 °F) to +29 °C (+84 °F). In
this range the temperature is regulated auto-
matically. If a temperature below +18 °C
(+64 °F) is selected, “LO” is displayed on the
screen. If a temperature above +29 °C
(+84 °F) is selected, “HI” is displayed on the
screen. At both extremes, Climatronic works
at maximum cooling or heating power, re-
spectively. The temperature is not regulated.
In the event of prolonged, irregular distribu-
tion of the air flow from the outlets (particu-
larly the footwells) and significant differen-
ces in temperature, e.g. on leaving the vehi-
cle, sensitive people may catch cold.
Air recirculation Air recirculation prevents unpleasant smells,
e.g. when passing through a tunnel or in
queuing traffic, from entering the interior.
Switching on air recirculation mode
– Press button 
17
›››
Fig. 88 ›
›
›
page 94
and the  symbol is displayed on the
screen. Switching off air recirculation mode
– Press button 
17
››› Fig. 88
›
›› p
age 94
and the  symbol disappears from the
screen. WARNING
Read and observe the safety warnings ››› in
General notes on page 87. Note
If air recirculation mode remains on for 15 mi-
nutes, the  symbol will start to flash on
the screen to indicate prolonged air recircula-
tion. If air recirculation is not switched off,
the symbol will continue to flash for about 5
minutes. Blower selection
Climatronic automatically regulates the blow-
er speed according to the interior tempera-
ture. It is possible, however, to set the blower
speed to suit requirements.
–
Turn rotary control 10
›››
Fig. 88 ›
›
›
page 94
counter-clockwise (to lower the speed) or
clockwise (to increase the speed).
Climatronic will switch off when the blower
switches off. WARNING
● Used air can cause tiredness, reduce atten-
tion spans and cause the windows to mist
over. This increases the risk of an accident.
● Do not switch off Climatronic for longer
than necessary.
● Switch Climatronic back on as soon as the
windows begin to mist over. Windscreen defrosting
Switching on windscreen defrosting
– Press button 
13
›››
Fig. 88 ›
›
›
page 94.
Switching off windscreen defrosting – Press button 
13
›››
Fig. 88 ›
›
›
page 94
several times or press the AUTO button.
The temperature is regulated automatically.
The air output is increased from vents 1
››› page 88 and
2
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Operation
Driving Starting and stopping the
engine Introduction WARNING
● Never adjust the steering wheel while the
vehicle is moving!
● For safety reasons, the steering wheel ad-
justment lever must always be pushed se-
curely against the steering column to prevent
the steering wheel from accidentally chang-
ing position while driving. Risk of accident!
● If the steering wheel is adjusted closer to
your face, the protective effect of the driver
airbag will be decreased in the event of an ac-
cident. Check that the steering wheel is
pointing towards the upper part of your body.
● When driving, always hold the steering
wheel with both hands on the outside part at
the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. Never
hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock po-
sition, or in any other manner (e.g. in the cen-
tre of the steering wheel). In such cases, if
the airbag is triggered, you may sustain inju-
ries to the arms, hands and head.
● When moving with the engine switched off,
the ignition key must always remain in posi-
tion 2
››› Fig. 89 ››› page 97 (ignition on).
The contr
ol lamps will light up in this posi- tion. Otherwise, the steering lock could en-
gage suddenly. Risk of accident!
●
Do not remove the key from the ignition un-
til the vehicle has come to a standstill and is
secure (e.g. the handbrake is engaged). Oth-
erwise, the steering lock could suddenly en-
gage. Risk of accident!
● Always take the ignition key with you when
you leave the vehicle. This is particularly im-
portant if you leave children in the vehicle.
Children could, for example, start the engine
with the subsequent risk of accident.
● Never leave the engine running in unventi-
lated or closed rooms. The exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and
colourless poisonous gas. Risk of fatal acci-
dents! Carbon monoxide can cause people to
lose consciousness and can cause death.
● Never leave the vehicle unattended if the
engine is running.
● Never switch the engine off until the vehi-
cle has come to a complete stop. Risk of acci-
dent! CAUTION
● Turning the steering wheel fully in either
direction when the vehicle is stationary and
the engine is in gear puts the power steering
under great stress. This could lead to noise.
Never leave the steering wheel turned fully in
either direction for more than 15 seconds.
Risk of damage to the power steering system! ●
The starter motor may only be used (key
position 3
››› Fig. 89 ››› p
age 97 in the igni-
tion) if the engine is off. Using the starter mo-
tor when the engine is running could damage
it.
● Immediately release the ignition key when
the engine starts, otherwise damage could be
caused to the starter motor.
● When the engine is cold, you should avoid
high engine speeds, driving at full throttle
and over-loading the engine before it reaches
operating temperature. Risk of engine dam-
age!
● Do not tow-start the engine. Risk of engine
damage! In vehicles with a catalytic convert-
er, fuel that has not been burned could reach
the catalytic converter and catch fire in it.
This would lead to a fault in the catalytic con-
verter. You may use the battery from another
vehicle to help you start your engine
››› page 157, Jump-starting.
● After prolonged and demanding operation
of the engine, when the journey has ended,
do not stop the engine immediately. Let the
engine run at idle for about one more minute.
This will stop the engine from overheating. For the sake of the environment
Do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary. If possible, move off immediate-
ly after starting the engine. This will help the
engine reach operating temperature more
quickly, reducing the quantity of emissions. 96

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Note
● The engine can only be started with the
original SEAT key.
● Loud running noises may be heard briefly
after cold-starting the engine. This is normal
and is no cause for concern.
● After the engine has been stopped and the
ignition switched off, the radiator fan may
continue running for around 10 minutes.
● If the engine still does not start after a sec-
ond attempt, the fuel pump fuse might have
blown. Check it and replace if necessary
››› page 163 or contact your Specialised
Ser v
ice.
● You should always engage the steering lock
when you exit the vehicle. This will hinder
any attempts at theft. Power steering
The power steering allows you to turn the
steering wheel more easily.
If the power steering fails or the engine is off
(towing), it is still possible to turn the vehi-
cle's steering wheel fully. However, you need
more strength to steer the vehicle. Start-up lock security system
(immobiliser) There is an electronic chip in the key. The
electronic immobiliser is deactivated when
the key is inserted into the ignition. The elec-
tronic immobiliser is automatically activated
when the key is removed from the ignition.
The engine will not start if an unauthorised
key is used.
The informative display indicates:
Immobiliser active!
Ignition lock Fig. 89
Ignition key positions. Petrol engines
1 – Ignition switched off, engine stopped,
steering can be locked
2 – Ignition switched on3 – Starting
Diesel engines 1 – Fuel supply stopped, ignition switched
off, engine stopped, steering can be locked
2 – Engine pre-heating, ignition switched
on
3 – Starting
To engage the Steering lock without the key
in the ignition, t urn the s

teering wheel slight-
ly until you hear it engage.
If the steering lock is engaged and it is diffi-
cult or impossible to turn the key to position 2 , release the lock by turning the steering
wheel slightly in both directions.
Starting the engine Vehicles with a
diesel engine are equipped
with a glow plug system. When you switch on
the ignition, the glow plug warning lamp 
will light up. The engine can be started
straight away when the lamp switches off.
Do not connect electrical appliances during
preheating so as not the drain the vehicle
battery unnecessarily. »
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