2015 Seat Ibiza ST headlights

Operation
and to ensure that other road users are able
to see
y
ou. Always use your dipped beam
headlights if it is dark or if visibility is poor. Note
● The dip ped beam he

adlights will only work
with the ignition on. The side lights come on
automatically when the ignition is turned off.
● If the lights are left on after the key has
been taken out
of the ignition lock, an audi-
ble warning sounds while the driver door re-
mains open. This is a reminder to switch the
lights off.
● The rear fog light is so bright that it can
dazzl
e drivers behind you. You should use
the rear fog light only when visibility is very
poor.
● The use of the lighting described here is
subj
ect to the relevant statutory require-
ments. Automatic lighting*
Activation
– Rotate the switch to the   po
s
ition, this
indication will light up.
Deactivation
– Turn the light switch to . Automatic lighting
If autom

atic headlight control is switched on,
dipped beam headlights are automatically
switched on by a photosensor if you drive in-
to a tunnel, for example. WARNING
● Ev en if

the automatic headlight control is
switched on, the dipped beam headlights will
not be switched on with fog. Therefore, the
dipped beam must be switched on manually. Note
● For tho se

vehicles with the automatic head-
light system, when the key is removed from
the ignition, the audible warning will only
sound if the light knob is in position  or .
● If the daylight driving automatic light func-
tion is sw
itched on, the front fog lights or
rear fog light cannot be switched on in addi-
tion.
● The use of the lighting described here is
subj
ect to the relevant statutory require-
ments.
● Do not put stickers on the windscreen in
front of
the sensor. This may cause disrup-
tions or faults in the automatic lighting sys-
tem.
● The rain sensor switches on the dipped
beam hea
dlights when the windscreen wipers
have been operating continuously for a few
seconds and it switches the lights off when the continuous or interval wipe is switched
off f
or some minut

es. Daytime running lights
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table on page 2
The daytime running lights are enabled auto-
matically when the ignition is switched on.
Daytime running lights are signalling devices
for improving road safety. The lights are built
into the headlights and come on each time
the ignition is turned on if the light switch is
in position 0 or . It is automatically
switched off when the dipped beam lights
are turned on. WARNING
The side lights or daytime driving lights are
not bright enough t

o 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.
● The rear lights do not come on with the
daytime driv
ing 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. 124

Lights and visibility
Note
See legal requirements for each country. Instrument and switch lighting, head-
light r
an
ge control Fig. 134
Dash panel: headlight range control Instrument and switch lighting
The lightin
g l
ev

el of instruments, controls
and displays can be adjusted through the in-
fotainment system with the CAR button and
the S
ETUP function button
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The instrument lighting (some dials and nee-
dles), the centre console lighting and the
lighting of the displays are regulated by a
photodiode incorporated in the instrument
panel.
The instrument lighting (needles) is switched
on when the ignition is on and the light is
off. The instrument lighting is dimmed auto- matically as the daylight starts to fade. It
goes

out completely when ambient light is
very low. This function is intended to remind
the driver to switch on the dipped beam
headlights in good time when light condi-
tions become poor.
Headlight range control
By using the electrical headlight range con-
trol you can adjust the headlight range to the
load level that is being carried in the vehicle
››› Fig. 134. This way, it is possible to avoid
dazzling oncoming traffic more than necessa-
ry. At the same time, by using the correct
headlight settings, the driver has the best
possible lighting for the road ahead.
The headlights can only be adjusted when
the dipped beam is switched on. Turn the
wheel downwards to lower the headlight
beam from the basic setting 0.
Dynamic headlight range control
Vehicles with gas discharge bulbs (xenon
bulbs) are equipped with dynamic headlight
range control. When you switch on the lights,
their range regulates itself according to the
vehicle load.
Vehicles with gas discharge bulbs do not
have headlight range control. Turn signal and main beam lever Read the additional information carefully
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Parking lights
● Switch the ignition off and remove the key
from the lock.
● Mo

ve the turn signal lever up or down to
turn the right or l
eft-hand parking lights on,
respectively.
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 three times.
The convenience turn signals are activated
and deactivated in the Easy Connect system
via the  key and the
Set
up function button
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page 107.
In vehicles that do not have the correspond-
ing menu, this function can be deactivated in
a specialised workshop. WARNING
The main beam can dazzle other drivers. Risk
of ac c

ident! Never use the main beam head-
lights or the headlight flasher if they could
dazzle other drivers. » 125
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Advice
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Emergencies
Safety

Operation
Note
● If the c on
venience turn signals are operat-
ing (three flashes) and the other convenience
turn signals are switched on, the active part
stops flashing and only flashes once in the
new part selected.
● The turn signals only
work when the igni-
tion is switched on. The corresponding warn-
ing lamp  or  flashes in the instrument
panel. The control lamp  flashes when the
turn signals are operated, provided a trailer is
correctly attached and connected to the vehi-
cle. If a turn signal bulb is defective, the con-
trol lamp flashes at double speed. If the trail-
er turn signal bulbs are defective, the control
lamp  does not light up. Change the bulb.
● The main beam headligh
ts can only be
switched on if the dipped beam headlights
are already on. The warning lamp  then
comes on in the instrument panel.
● The headlight flasher come
s on for as long
as you pull the lever – even if no other lights
are switched on. The warning lamp  then
comes on in the instrument panel.
● When the parking ligh
ts are switched on,
the headlight and the tail light on the corre-
sponding side of the vehicle light up. The
parking lights will only work if the key is re-
moved from the ignition. If said light is on, an
audible warning will be emitted while the
driver door is open.
● If the turn signal lever is left on after the
key h
as been taken out of the ignition lock,
an acoustic signal sounds when the driver door is opened. This is intended as a remind-
er to sw
it

ch off the turn signal, unless you
wish to leave the parking light on. Coming Home/Leaving Home Func-
tion*
The Coming Home function is controlled man-
ually
.

The Leaving Home function is control-
led with a photosensor.
If the Coming Home or Leaving Home func-
tion is connected, the front side and dipped
lights, the tail lights and the number plate
light will light up to provide assistance.
Coming home function
The Coming Home function is activated by
switching off the ignition and briefly flashing
the lights. When the driver door is opened,
the Coming Home lighting comes on. If the
driver door is already open when the lights
are flashed briefly, the Coming Home lighting
comes on immediately.
When the last door of the vehicle or the rear
lid is closed, the Coming Home function
starts and the switching off the headlights is
delayed.
The Coming Home lighting switches off in the
following cases: ●
On comp l

etion of the time period establish-
ed for the delay in switching off the lights af-
ter all the vehicle doors and the rear lid have
been closed.
● If, 30 seconds after being connected, any
doors or the r
ear lid remain open.
● If the light switch is turned to position .
● If the ignition is switched on.
Automatic
Leaving Home function
The Leaving Home function is activated when
the vehicle is unlocked if:
● the light control is in position  and
● the photo

sensor detects “darkness”.
The Leav
ing Home lighting switches off in the
following cases:
● If the time period for the delay in switching
off the hea
dlights has ended
● If the vehicle is locked again.
● If the light switch is turned to position .
● If the ignition is switched on.
Manual
Leaving Home function
In vehicles without an automatic headlight
system (light sensor), if the manual Coming
Home function is activated when leaving the
car, upon returning to the car and unlocking
it the manual Leaving Home function will be
activated automatically.
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Lights and visibility
Note
● To activ at
e the Coming/Leaving home func-
tion, the rotary light switch must be in posi-
tion  and the light sensor must detect
darkness.
● If the ignition key is removed while the
lights ar
e on, the lights flash briefly and the
driver door opens, no audible warning is
heard, since with the Coming Home function
on, the lights are automatically switched off
after a period of time (except when the light
switch is in position  or . Adaptive headlights* (for driving
r
ou
nd bend

s)Fig. 135
Cornering lighting using adaptive
he adlights. When driving around bends, the headlights
w
i
l

l light the most important areas of the
road. This cornering light gives better illumination
of the side of

the road and the corner area.
The dynamic lighting is controlled automati-
cally according to speed and the steering
wheel angle.
The two main headlights move at different
angles to avoid that the front of the vehicle is
left completely in the dark. Note
The system operates from a speed of about
10 km/h (6 mph). Fog lights with cornering function*
This is an additional light source to dipped
be
am he
a

dlights to light up the road as a
bend is taken.
The cornering light operates with the lights
switched on and when driving at less than
40 Km/h (25 mph). Ignition occurs by turning
the steering or connecting the turn signal.
Forward gear
● If the steering wheel is turned to the right,
or the right-hand t
urn signal operated, the
right-hand fog light turns on.
● If the steering wheel is turned to the left, or
the left
-hand turn signal operated, the left-
hand fog light turns on. In reverse, both fog lights turn on. Note
When the fog lamps are on, the cornering
fu nction i

s activated and both headlights are
continuously on. Hazard warning lights
 Read the additional information carefully
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The hazard warning lights are used to draw
the attention of other road users to your vehi-
cle in emergencies.
If your vehicle breaks down:
1. Park your vehicle at a safe distance from mov in

g traffic.
2. Press the button to switch on the hazard warning lights
››› .
3. Switch the ignition off.
4. Apply the handbrake.
5. For a manual gearbox, engage 1st gear; for an aut
om

atic gearbox, move the gear
lever to P.
6. Use the warning triangle to draw the atten- tion of other ro
ad users to your vehicle.
7. Always take the vehicle key with you when you le
ave the vehicle. »
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Emergencies
Safety

Operation
●
If y
ou stop the vehicle with the windscreen
wiper in position 1 or 2, it will automatically
change to a lower position speed. The set
speed will be resumed when the vehicle pulls
away.
● The windscreen will be wiped again after
appro
ximately five seconds once the “auto-
matic wash/wipe system” has been activa-
ted, provided the vehicle is moving (drip func-
tion). If you activate the wipers less than 3
seconds after the drip function, a new wash
sequence will begin without performing the
last wipe. For the “drip” function to work
again, you have to turn the ignition off and
then on again.
● Do not put stickers on the windscreen in
front of
the rain sensor*. This may cause sen-
sor disruption or faults. Rear window wiper
Fig. 138
Windscreen wiper lever: rear window
w iper
. Switching on the interval wipe
– Press the lever forward to position 6 ›››
Fig. 138. The w
iper w
ill wipe the window
approximately every 6 seconds.
Switching off the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever back from position 6 toward
the s t
eerin

g wheel. The wiper will continue
to function for a short period if you switch
off whilst the wipers are in motion.
Switching on the window wiper and washer
system – Press the lever fully forwards to position 7 ›››
Fig. 138 . The w iper and w
asher operate
at the same time. The rear window wash
system will function as long as you hold the
lever in this position.
– Release the lever. The washer system stops
and the wiper s

continue until the end of
the cycle.
– Move the lever towards the steering wheel
to swit

ch off. WARNING
● Worn and dir ty

wiper blades reduce visibili-
ty and safety levels while driving.
● Always note the corresponding warnings
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In icy conditions, always check that the wiper
bl a

de is not frozen to the glass before using
the wiper for the first time. If you switch on
the wiper when the wiper blade is frozen to
the glass, this could damage both the wiper
blade and the wiper motor. Note
● The re ar w

indow wiper will only work when
the ignition is switched on.
● Depending on the version of the model,
when you en
gage reverse gear and with the
headlight wiper activated, this can start a
wipe. Headlight washer*
The headlight washers clean the headlight
l
en
se

s.
The headlight washers are activated auto-
matically when the windscreen washer is
used and the window wiper lever is pulled to-
wards the steering wheel for at least 1.5 sec-
onds – provided the dipped beam headlights
or main beams are switched on. Clean off
stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from the head-
lights at regular intervals, for instance when
filling the fuel tank.
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Driver assistance systems
● In some c ou
ntrie
s, it is possible that your
car model is not sold, and therefore some
spare parts are not available or the technical
services may only be able to carry out limited
repairs.
SEAT importers and distributors will gladly
provide information about the technical prep-
aration that your vehicle requires and also
about necessary maintenance and repair
possibilities.
Adhesive strips for headlights
In countries where vehicles drive on the other
side of the road to your home country, the
asymmetric dipped beam may dazzle drivers
of oncoming vehicles.
To prevent dazzling, you must apply stickers
to certain parts of the headlight lenses. Fur-
ther information is available at any Technical
Service.
In vehicles with adaptive headlights, the ro-
tation system must previously be disconnec-
ted. To do this, please go to a specialised
workshop. Driver assistance systems
Br ak
in
g and stability systems
Connecting/disconnecting ESC and
ASR The ESC is switched on automatically when
the engine i
s

started, and only works when
the engine is running and includes the ABS,
EDS and ASR systems.
The ASR and ESC function should only be
switched off in situations in which traction is
insufficient, among others:
● When driving in deep snow or on surfaces
that ar

e not very firm.
● To “free” the vehicle if it gets stuck.
Then switc
h the ASR and ESC function back
on.
Depending on finishes and versions, it is
possible either to disconnect only the ASR or
else activate ESC Sport mode.
ESC in “Sport” mode
Sport mode can be connected via the Easy
Connect ›››
page 107 system menu. The abili-
ty of the ESC to stabilise the vehicle is limi-
ted; the traction control system (ASR) be-
comes disabled ››› .The control lamp
 lights up
. F
or vehicles
with a driver information system*, the driver
will be shown the electronic stability
control (ESC) option: sport.
Warning! Limited stability.
Disable ESC “Sport” mode
Through the Easy Connect system menu
››› page 107. The warning lamp  will switch
off. For vehicles with a driver information sys-
tem*, the driver will be shown the elec-
tronic stability control (ESC)
option: on.
Disable ASR
The Easy Connect system is used to switch off
the ASR ››› page 107. The traction control sys-
tem will be disabled.
The control lamp  lights up. For vehicles
with a driver information system* the driver
will be informed that ASR is disabled.
Activate ASR
The Easy Connect system ››› page 107 is used
to switch on the ASR. The traction control sys-
tem will be enabled.
The control lamp  switches off. For vehicles
with a driver information system* the driver
will be informed that ASR is enabled.
● Activate or deactivate the ASR or ESC func-
tion in the Ea sy

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Checking and refilling levels
Be sure to always use the correct brake fluid.
On ly
u
se brake fluid that expressly meets the
VW 501 14 standard.
You can buy VW 501 14 standard brake fluid
in a SEAT dealership or a SEAT Official Serv-
ice. If none is available, use only high-quality
brake fluid that meets DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4
standards, or USA Standards FMVSS 116 DOT
4.
Using any other kind of brake fluid or one
that is not of a high quality may affect opera-
tion of the brake system and reduce its effec-
tiveness. Never use a brake fluid if the con-
tainer does not state that it complies with VW
501 14, DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4 standards, or
USA standards FMVSS 116 DOT 4. WARNING
Brake fluid is poisonous. Old brake fluid im-
pair s

the braking effect.
● Before opening the bonnet to check the
brake fluid l
evel, read and observe the warn-
ings ››› page 201.
● Brake fluid should be stored in the closed
original
container in a safe place out of reach
of children. There is a toxic risk.
● Perform the brake fluid change according to
the Mainten
ance Programme. Heavy use of
the brakes may cause a vapour lock if the
brake fluid is left in the brake system for too
long. This would seriously affect the effec-
tiveness of the brakes and the safety of the
vehicle. This may cause an accident. CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the vehicle paintwork.
Wipe off an

y brake fluid from the paintwork
immediately. For the sake of the environment
The brake pads and brake fluid must be col-
lect ed and di

sposed of according the applica-
ble regulations. The SEAT Technical Service
network has the necessary equipment and
qualified personnel for collecting and dispos-
ing of this waste material. Windscreen washer reservoir
Top pin

g up the windscreen washer
reservoir water Read the additional information carefully
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The windscreen washer and the headlight
washers are supplied with fluid from the
windscreen washer fluid container in the en-
gine compartment. The container holds ap-
prox. 3 litres; in vehicles with headlight
washers* it holds approx. 4.5 litres.
The tank is in the engine compartment.
Plain water is not enough to clean the wind-
screen and headlights. We recommend that
you always add a product to the windscreen washer fluid. Approved windscreen cleaning
products e

xist on the market with high deter-
gent and anti-freeze properties, these may be
added all-year-round. Please follow the dilu-
tion instructions on the packaging. WARNING
Any work carried out in the engine compart-
ment or on the en gine mu

st be carried out
cautiously.
● When working in the engine compartment,
alwa
ys observe the safety warnings
››› page 201. CAUTION
● Never p ut

radiator anti-freeze or other addi-
tives into the windscreen washer fluid.
● Always use approved windscreen cleansing
products
diluted as per instructions. If you
use other washer fluids or soap solutions,
the tiny holes in the fan-shaped nozzles
could become blocked. Vehicle battery
S ymbo
l

s and warnings on handling
the battery Read the additional information carefully
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Safety

Index
Convenience closing tiltin
g p
anoramic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Convenience opening windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Coolant checking level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Coolant level control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Coolant temperature control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Cooling system checking coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
topping up coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Correct position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Correct sitting position front passenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
rear seat passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 184 adjusting the stored speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
complete deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
temporary deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Cruise control system control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Cruise speed control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
D Dangers in not using the seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Data sticker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Deactivating the front passenger front airbag . . . 14
Deactivation of front airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Diesel en
gine
Winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Diesel engine particulate filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Differential lock fault (EDS) control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Direction of rotation tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 97
Disposal Seat belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Door handle de-icing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Door lock de-icing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Door lock cylinder de-icing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Door release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Doors Childproof locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Double headlight bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Driver see Correct sitting position . . . . . . . . . 57, 58, 59
Driver information system additional electrical appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
assist systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
bonnet, rear lid and doors open . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
engine oil temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
gear-change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
journey data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
outside temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 service intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
speed warnin
g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
warning and information messages . . . . . . . . . 29
Driving driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
with a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187, 188, 219
Driving abroad Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Driving assistance systems cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Driving safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Driving with a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
DSG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Duplicate keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Dust and pollen filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Dynamic headlight range control . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
E
Easy Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 107
Economic driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
EDL see Electronic differential lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
EDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Efficiency programme additional electrical appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Electrical power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 120 convenience opening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Electrolyte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Electronic differential lock . . . . . . . . . 103, 169, 170 control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 103
Electronic differential lock (XDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107, 154
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