2015 Seat Alhambra battery

Opening and closing
●
Always take all the keys with you whenever
you leave the vehicle. After turning off the ig-
nition, the windows can be opened and
closed for a short time using the buttons on
the door as long as the driver door or passen-
ger side door is not open.
● When transporting children in the rear
seats, always deactivate the rear electric win-
dows with the child safety lock so that they
cannot be opened and closed. Electric windows: functions
One-touch opening and closing
The one-touch automatic opening and clos-
ing is used to open or close the windows
completely. It will not be necessary to hold
the button of the corresponding electric win-
dow.
For the one-touch closing function: pull the
button for the corresponding window up-
wards until it reaches the second position.
For the one-touch opening function:
push the
b utt
on for the corresponding window down-
wards until it reaches the second position.
To stop the one touch function:
push or pull
on the button of the corresponding window.
Restoring one-touch opening and closing
The one-touch opening and closing function
is not active after the vehicle battery has been disconnected or is flat and will have to
be reset.
● Close all windows and doors.
● Pull the button of the corresponding win-
dow and hold it for one second in this posi-
tion.
● Release the button and pull upwards and
hold again. The one-touch function is now
ready for operation.
The automatic one-touch electric windows
can be reinitialised individually or several at
a time.
Convenience opening and closing function
The electric windows can be opened or
closed from outside using the vehicle key:
● Keep the vehicle unlocking or locking but-
ton pressed. All windows which function elec-
trically will be either opened or closed.
● To interrupt the function, release the lock-
ing or unlocking button.
During convenience closing, first the win-
dows and then the sliding sunroof will be
closed.
In the Configuration - convenience menu, there are different settings for operating the
windows ››› page 47. Note
The one-touch function and roll-back function
will not work if there is a malfunction in the
electric windows. Visit a specialised work-
shop. Electric Windows anti-trap function
The anti-trap function of the electric windows
can reduce the risk of injury when opening
and closing the electric windows
››› . If a
window is not able to close because it is stiff
or because of an obstruction, it will automati-
cally open again.
● Check why the window does not close.
● Attempt to close the window again.
● If you try within the following 10 seconds
and the window closes with difficulty or there
is an obstruction once again, the one-touch
closing will stop working for 10 seconds.
● If the window is still obstructed, it will stop
at the corresponding position. When the but-
ton is operated within 10 seconds, the win-
dow will close without the anti-trap function
››› .
To close windows without the anti-trap
function
● Attempt to close the corresponding electric
window within 10 seconds after by holding
the button. The window is closed without the
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Operation
To reset, turn switch ››› Fig. 62 2 :ValueVehicle load status
a)
–Two front occupants, luggage compart-
ment empty
1All seats occupied, luggage compartment
empty
2All seats occupied, luggage compartment
full With trailer and minimum drawbar load
3Driver only, luggage compartment full With
trailer and maximum drawbar load
a)
If the vehicle load does not correspond to those shown in the
table, it is possible to select intermediary positions.
Dynamic headlight range control
The control 2 is not mounted in vehicles
with dynamic headlight range control. The
headlight range is automatically adjusted ac-
cording to the vehicle load status when they
are switched on. 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. Interior and reading lights
Button/
SwitchFunction 
Switches interior lights off.

Switches interior lights on.

Switches door contact control on (cen-
tral position).
The interior lights come on automati-
cally when the vehicle is unlocked, a
door is opened or the key is removed
from the ignition.
The lights go off a few seconds after all
the doors are closed, the vehicle is
locked or the ignition is switched on.

Turning the reading light on and off
Storage and luggage compartment lighting
When the glove compartment and the rear lid
are opened and closed, a light automatically
switches on or off.
Ambient lighting
The ambient lighting in the front covering of
the ceiling lights up the controls on the cen-
tre console from above when the side light or
dipped beam lights are on.
In addition, the lever on the door moulding
can also be illuminated. Note
The reading lights go out when the vehicle is
locked, or a few minutes after the key is re-
moved from the ignition. This prevents the
vehicle's battery from discharging. Visibility
Sun visors Fig. 63
Sun visor Options for adjusting driver and front
passenger sun visors:
● Lower the sun visor towards the wind-
screen.
● The sun visor can be pulled out of its
mounting and turned towards the door
››› Fig. 63 1 .
● Swing the sun visor towards the door, lon-
gitudinally backwards.
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Lights and visibility
Vanity mirror light
There may be a vanity mirror, with a cover, on
the rear of the sun visor. When the cover is
opened ››› Fig. 63 2 a light comes on.
The lamp goes out when the vanity mirror
cover is closed or the sun visor is pushed
back up. WARNING
Sun visors and sun blinds may reduce visibili-
ty when open.
● Always roll or fold sun blinds and visors
away when not in use. Note
The light above the sun visor automatically
switches off after a few minutes in certain
conditions. This prevents the battery from
discharging. Rear side window sun blinds
Fig. 64
On the rear right-hand window: sun
blind The sun blinds for the vehicle interior are fit-
ted in the side panels of the windows.
● Pull the sun blind by the handle ›››
Fig. 64
A up to the top.
● Hook both rings of the fastening rod in the
spaces provided B . Check that the sun blind
is securely hooked into the spaces provided
when it has been lowered B .
● To put the sun blind away, unhook it at the
top and lower by hand ››› .
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the blind or the interior
trim, do not lower the sun blind “quickly”. Windscreen wiper and window
wiper systems
Introduction WARNING
Water from the windscreen washer water bot-
tle may freeze on the windscreen if it does
not contain enough anti-freeze, reducing for-
ward visibility.
● In winter, ensure the windscreen washer
contains enough anti-freeze.
● In cold conditions, you should not use the
wash/wipe system unless you have warmed
the windscreen with the ventilation system.
The antifreeze could freeze on the windscreen
and reduce visibility. WARNING
Worn or dirty wiper blades reduce visibility
and increase the risk of accident and serious
injury.
● Always replace damaged or worn blades or
blades which do not clean the windscreen
correctly. CAUTION
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper
blades are not frozen to the glass before us-
ing the wipers for the first time. In cold
weather, it may help to leave the vehicle » 81Technical specifications
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Seats and head restraintsFig. 74 Press the corresponding area of the
switch:
1 or
2Adjust the curve of the lumbar support.
3 or 4Adjust the height of the lumbar support. WARNING
Using the front electric seats in a careless or
uncontrolled manner may lead to severe inju-
ries.
● The front seats can also be electrically ad-
justed when the ignition is switched off. Nev-
er leave children or disabled people alone in
the vehicle.
● In the event of an emergency, stop electri-
cal adjustment by pressing any button. CAUTION
So as not the damage the electrical compo-
nents of the front seats, do not kneel on the
seats or apply specific pressure to one point
of the seat or seat backrest. Note
● It may not be possible to electrically adjust
the seat if the vehicle battery is very low.
● Seat adjustment is stopped when the en-
gine is started. Adjusting the rear seats
Fig. 75
Adjusting rear seats
Fig. 75FunctionNecessary opera-
tions
1Adjusting the
seat backrest
angle.
Pull the lever and adjust
the seat backrest to the
required position ›››
.
The seat backrest must
be engaged when the
lever is released! There is
a handle instead of the
lever on the third row of
seats and on the central
seat of the second row. It
is used in the same man-
ner as the lever.
2
On the second
row of seats
only: moving
the seat back-
wards or for-
wards.Pull the lever and move
the seat forwards or
backwards. The seat
must be engaged when
the lever is released! CAUTION
● Tilting the seat backrest of the second row
of seats fully back could damage the luggage
compartment tray. Remove the tray before
adjusting the seat backrest.
● Objects in the luggage compartment could
cause damage when moving the rear seats
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Transport and practical equipment
WARNING
Incorrect use of the ashtray may cause a fire
or burns and other serious injuries.
● Never put paper or other flammable objects
in the ashtray. Cigarette lighter
Fig. 117
Front centre console: lighter Depending on the vehicle equipment, there
may be a lighter to the front of the centre
console
››› Fig. 117 or in the compartment to
the fr ont
of the centre console.
● Push the button on the cigarette lighter in-
wards with the ignition on ››› Fig. 117.
● Wait

for the lighter to pop out slightly.
● Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the
cigarette on the glowing coil ››› .
● Replace the cigarette lighter in its insert. WARNING
Undue use of the cigarette lighter may cause
a fire or burns and other serious injuries.
● The cigarette lighter must only be used to
light cigarettes or similar.
● Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle. The cigarette lighter can be used
when the ignition is switched on. Note
The cigarette lighter can also be used with
the 12 Volt power socket ››› page 119. Power sockets
Introduction Electrical equipment can be connected to the
power sockets in the vehicle.
All connected appliances should be in per-
fect working order without any faults.
WARNING
Improper use of the power sockets or electri-
cal devices could lead to a fire and cause seri-
ous injuries.
● Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle. The power sockets and equipment
connected to them can be used when the ig-
nition is switched on. ●
Should a connected electrical device over-
heat, switch it off and unplug it immediately. CAUTION
● To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical
system, never connect equipment that gener-
ates electrical current, such as solar panels
or battery chargers, to the 12 Volt power
sockets in order to charge the vehicle's bat-
tery.
● Only use accessories with approved elec-
tromagnetic compatibility according to cur-
rent regulations.
● To avoid damage due to voltage variations,
switch off all devices connected to the 12 V
power sockets before switching the ignition
on or off and before starting the engine.
● Never connect an appliance to the 12 Volt
power socket that consumes more than the
power indicated in watts. Exceeding the max-
imum power absorption could damage the ve-
hicle's electrical system. For the sake of the environment
Do not leave the engine running when the ve-
hicle is at a standstill. Note
● Using devices with the engine stopped and
the ignition switched on will drain the bat-
tery. » 119
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Operation
●
Unshielded equipment can cause interfer-
ence on the radio equipment and the vehi-
cle's electrical system.
● Interference can occur on the radio's AM
waveband if electrical appliances are used
near the rear window aerial. Vehicle power sockets
Fig. 118
Centre console, rear section: 12 volt
socket Fig. 119
Rear centre console: 230 Volt Euro
power socket Depending on your vehicle version, you may
have a 12-volt power socket and/or a 230
volt power socket.
Maximum power consumptionPower sock-
etMaximum power consumption
12 Volts120 Watts
230 Volts150 Watts (300 Watt peak)
The maximum capacity of each power socket
must not be exceeded. The power consump-
tion is indicated on the rating plate of each
appliance.
Where two or more appliances are connected
at the same time, the total rating of all the
connected devices must never exceed 190
Watts
››› .12 volt power socket
The 12 Volt power socket will only work with
the ignition on.
Using electrical appliances with the engine
stopped and the ignition switched on will
drain the battery. Therefore, electrical devi-
ces connected to the power socket can only
be used when the engine is running.
To prevent voltage variations from causing
damage, switch off the electrical consumer
connected to the 12 Volt power socket before
switching the ignition on or off and before
starting the engine.
12 Volt power sockets can be found in the
following locations in the vehicle:
●
Compartment in the centre of the centre
console.
● Compartment in the front centre console.
● Storage compartment in the front central
armrest.
● Rear centre console ››› Fig. 118 .
● At the r
ear right of the luggage compart-
ment.
230 Volt Euro power socket*
The power socket only works when the en-
gine is running ››› .
Connecting an electrical appliance: plug the
device into the power socket as far as possi-
ble to unlock the built-in childproof lock. The
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Air conditioningCon-
trol
buttonAdditional information. Electronic
manual air conditioning ››› Fig. 120;
Climatronic ››› Fig. 121. 
Climatronic: press the
REAR button to adjust
the air conditioner for the rear seats from the
front seats. A lamp is lit on the REAR
button if
the feature is activated. The settings for the
rear seats will be displayed. Press the button
again to switch the function off or do not
touch any other button for around 10 sec-
onds. 
Climatronic: Press the
REST button to use the
heat that the engine produces. When the en-
gine is still warm but the ignition switched
off, the heat given off by the engine can be
used to keep the vehicle interior warm. The REST
button will light up when the function is
switched on. The function will switch off after
around 30 minutes and if the battery level is
low. 
a)
Switch off.
Electronic manual air conditioning
: turn the
fan switch to setting 0.
Climatronic: press the OFF
button or manual-
ly set the fan to 0. When the device is switch-
ed off the OFF
button will light up.
a)
Depending on the version of the model. Note
● Not all Climatronic buttons are operational
in REAR mode.
● The REAR button is locked in defrost mode. Rear operation
Fig. 122
Centre console: details of the con-
trols in the rear seats
Control
››› Fig. 122Description
ATemperature selector
BAir flow regulator Air conditioner user instructions
The interior cooling system only works when
the engine is running and fan is switched on.
The air conditioner operates most effectively
with the windows and the electric sliding
panoramic roof closed. However, if the vehi-
cle has heated up after standing in the sun
for some time, the air inside can be cooled
more quickly by opening the windows and
the sliding electric panoramic sunroof 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.
Electronic manual air conditioning
● Switch off the air recirculation ››› page 127.
● Set the fan to the required setting.
● Turn the temperature control to the centre
position.
● Open and direct all the air outlets in the
dash panel ››› page 126 .
● Turn the air di

stribution control to the re-
quired position.
With Climatronic
● Press the AUTO button.
● Set the temperature to +22 °C (+72 °F).
● Open and direct all the air outlets in the
dash panel ››› page 126 .
C lim

atronic: Switching the measuring units
for temperature on the radio display or the
navigation system installed with the default
settings
Switching the temperature indication from
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CAUTION
Do not smoke when air recirculation is
switched on in vehicles with an air condition-
er. The smoke taken in could lie on the cool-
ing system vaporiser and on the activated
charcoal cartridge of the dust and pollen fil-
ter, leading to a permanently unpleasant
smell. Note
Climatronic: air recirculation mode switches
on to prevent exhaust gas from entering the
vehicle interior when it is in reverse and
while the automatic windscreen wipers are
working. Auxiliary heater* (additional
heater)
Introduction The auxiliary heater is powered by fuel from
the vehicle's fuel tank and can be used while
the vehicle is in motion and at a standstill.
Select the mode required (
heat
or fan
)
››› page 130 on the dash panel.
In w int
er, the auxiliary heater can be used in
heat mode before switching on the ignition to
remove any ice, mist or snow from the wind-
screen (thin layers only). WARNING
The auxiliary heater fumes contain carbon di-
oxide, an odourless and colourless toxic gas.
Carbon monoxide can cause people to lose
consciousness. It can also cause death.
● Never switch on the auxiliary heater or
leave it running in places that are enclosed or
unventilated.
● Never program the independent heating
system to be activated and operated in
closed, unventilated areas. WARNING
The components of the auxiliary heater ex-
haust system heat up a great deal. This could
cause a fire.
● Always park your vehicle so that no part of
the exhaust system can come in contact with
flammable materials (such as dried grass). CAUTION
Never place food, medicines or other heat-
sensitive objects close to the air vents. Food,
medicines and other heat-sensitive objects
may be damaged or made unsuitable for use
by the air coming from the air vents. Switching the auxiliary heater on and
off
Switching the auxiliary heater on:

Manually using the instant on/off
button.›››
page
123
ONManually using the remote control.››› page
129
Automatically at the programmed
and enabled on time.››› page
130
Switching the auxiliary heater off: 
Manually using the instant on/off
button for the air conditioner.›››
page
123
OFFManually using the remote control.››› page
129
Automatically after the programmed
time.››› page
130
Automatically when the light comes
on  (fuel reserve).››› page
206
Automatically when the battery pow-
er drops to a very low level.››› page
227 Things to note
After switching the auxiliary heater off, it con-
tinues to run for a short period to completely
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