Advice
equipment at the workshop. If the comfort
f u
nction
s are reprogrammed, the information
and Instruction Manual descriptions will not
coincide with the modified functions. There-
fore, SEAT recommends that any modifica-
tions be recorded in the section “Other work-
shop notes” in the Maintenance Programme.
The SEAT Official Service must have a record
of any modification to the programming.
Reading the vehicle fault memory
There is a diagnostics connector in the vehi-
cle interior for reading the vehicle fault mem-
ory. The fault memory documents errors and
deviations from the theoretical values of the
electronic control units.
The diagnostics connector is in the driver
side footwell area, next to the lever for open-
ing the bonnet, below a cover.
The fault memory should only be read and re-
set by a specialised workshop.
Using a mobile telephone in a vehicle
without c
onnection to an exterior aer-
ial Mobile telephones transmit and receive radio
w
av
e
s also called high-frequency energy,
both when in use and when on stand-by. Sci-
entific studies state that radio waves exceed-
ing certain values may be harmful to the hu- man body. International committees and au-
thorities h
ave established limits and direc-
tives in order to ensure electromagnetic radi-
ation from mobile phones remains within cer-
tain limits that do not endanger health. Nev-
ertheless, there is no conclusive scientific
evidence that wireless telephones are totally
safe.
That is why some experts recommend moder-
ate use of the mobile telephone, and the ap-
pliance of measures to reduce radiation on
the human body.
When a mobile phone not connected to an
exterior aerial is used inside the vehicle, the
electromagnetic radiation may be greater
than if the mobile phone were connected to a
built-in aerial or to another exterior aerial.
If the vehicle is fitted with a suitable hands-
free device that allows the employment of
numerous additional mobile telephone func-
tions with compatible Bluetooth technolo-
gy ®
, it will comply with the legislation in
many countries which only permits the use of
mobile phones inside vehicles using a
hands-free device.
Mobile telephones must be placed in a suita-
ble telephone support or stored safely in the
vehicle. If a support is used for the tele-
phone, it must be securely fastened to the
base plate. The mobile will be secure on the
instrument panel and always within reach of
the driver only by following these procedures. Mobile telephone connection with an exter-
nal aeri
al is carried out subject to the hands-
free device, via the telephone support or by
the Bluetooth ®
connections present in the
mobile telephone and the vehicle.
If the mobile phone is connected to an aerial
incorporated into the vehicle or an exterior
aerial connected to the vehicle, it will help re-
duce the electromagnetic radiation transmit-
ted and the risk to human health. It will also
improve the quality of the connection.
If the phone is used inside the vehicle with-
out the hands-free system, it will not be se-
curely fastened and will not be connected to
the exterior aerial of the vehicle telephone.
Nor will the telephone charge if it is not on
the support. In addition, some calls may
break off and the quality of the connection
will be affected.
Mobile telephones should only be used in-
side the vehicle if they are connected to a
hands-free system. SEAT recommends using
an external aerial should you wish to use a
mobile telephone inside the vehicle.
Bluetooth ®
is a registered trademark of Blue-
tooth ®
SIG, Inc. WARNING
If the mobile phone is not securely fastened
in pos ition, it
could be sent flying around the
vehicle in the event of sharp braking, sudden
manoeuvres or accident, causing injury. 168
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It may be necessary to fit or remove certain
piec e
s
of equipment or to deactivate certain
functions. Service work may also be affected.
This is particularly true if the vehicle is used
in a different climate for an extended period
of time. CAUTION
● SEA T doe
s not accept liability for any dam-
age to the vehicle due to the use of a lower
quality fuel, an inadequate service or the
non-availability of genuine spare parts.
● SEAT does not accept liability if the vehicle
does not
comply in part or in full with the le-
gal requirements of other countries or conti-
nents. Radio and antenna reception
For factory-fitted radio equipment, the aerial
f
or r
a
dio reception is fitted to the roof of the
vehicle. Note
If electrical equipment such as mobile tele-
phones, i s
used near a roof aerial, you may
observe interference in the reception of AM
stations. Notes on SEAT repairs
WARNING
Repairs or modifications which are not per-
formed c orr
ectly may result in damage or er-
rors in the vehicle operation, affecting the ef-
fectiveness of the driver assist and airbag
systems. This could result in serious acci-
dent.
● Have any repairs or modifications carried
out at a s
pecialised workshop. Conformity certification
The respective manufacturer hereby declares
th
at
the pr
oducts indicated below comply
with basic requirements and the following
provisions and important legislation on the
date of manufacture of the vehicle, among
others FCC Part 15.19, FCC Part 15.21 and
RSS-Gen Issue 1:
Radio frequency equipment
● Electronic gearbox lock.
● Vehicle key
Electrica
l equipment
● 12 volt power socket Collection and scrapping of end-of-life
vehicl
es Collection of end-of-life vehicles
SEA
T i
s already prepared for the moment
when you wish to scrap your vehicle and of-
fers you an environmentally-friendly solution.
An extensive network of used car reception
centres already exists in much of Europe. Af-
ter the vehicle has been delivered, you will
receive a certificate of destruction describing
the environmentally friendly scrapping of the
vehicle in accordance with applicable legisla-
tion.
We will collect the used vehicle free of
charge, provided it complies with all national
legislation.
Please see your technical service for further
information about the collection and scrap-
ping of end-of-life vehicles.
Scrapping
The relevant safety requirements must be ob-
served when the vehicle or components of
the airbag or belt tensioner systems are
scrapped. These requirements are known to
specialised workshops. 180
Checking and refilling levels
WARNING
Refuelling or handling fuel carelessly can
cau se an e
xplosion or fire resulting in serious
burns and injuries.
● Always make sure that you correctly close
the fuel c
ap to avoid evaporation and fuel
spillage.
● Fuels are highly explosive and inflammable
subs
tances that can cause serious burns and
injuries.
● Fuel could leak out or be spilt if the engine
is not
switched off or if the filler fuel nozzle is
not fully inserted into the tank filler neck
when refuelling. This could lead to a fire, ex-
plosion and severe injuries.
● When refuelling, turn off the engine and
turn off the ignition f
or safety reasons.
● Always turn off mobile telephones, radio
appar
atus and other radio wave emitting
equipment before refuelling. Electromagnetic
waves could cause sparks and lead to a fire.
● Never enter the vehicle while refuelling. If it
is ab
solutely necessary to enter, close the
door and touch a metal surface before touch-
ing the filler nozzle again. This will prevent
the generation of static electricity. Sparks
could cause a fire when refuelling.
● Never handle fuel close to flames, sparks or
obj
ects with slow combustion (e.g. ciga-
rettes).
● Avoid static electricity and electro-magnet-
ic ra
diation when refuelling. ●
Ob ser
ve the safety regulations of the serv-
ice station.
● Never spill fuel on the vehicle or in the lug-
gage c
ompartment. WARNING
For safety reasons, SEAT does not recommend
c arr y
ing a spare fuel canister in the vehicle.
Fuel could be spilled and catch fire, above all
in case of an accident and this applies to a
full container as well as empty containers.
This could lead to explosions, fires and inju-
ries.
● Observe the following if you exceptionally
have t
o carry fuel in a canister:
– Never place a fuel container, to fill it, in-
side the vehicle or on the vehicle, for ex-
ample, in the luggage compartment. Fill-
ing in these circumstances could create
an electrostatic charge and spark that
could ignite fuel fumes.
– Always place the canister on the ground
to fill it.
– Insert the fuel nozzle into the neck of the
canister as far as possible.
– If you are using a metal fuel canister, the
nozzle must always touch the canister
while it is being filled to avoid static elec-
tricity.
– Follow the legal requirements for the use,
storage and transport of spare fuel canis-
ters. –
Ins ur
e that the fuel container complies
with manufacturing standards, for exam-
ple, ANSI or ASTM F852-86. CAUTION
● Alw a
ys remove any fuel spilled anywhere
on the vehicle to avoid damage to the wheel
housing, the tyre and vehicle paintwork.
● Refuelling a petrol engine with diesel can
cause seriou
s engine and fuel system dam-
age; the resulting malfunctions are not cov-
ered by the SEAT warranty. If you refuel with
the wrong type of fuel, never start the engine.
This applies to even the smallest amount of
the wrong fuel. Seek specialist assistance.
With the engine running, the composition of
the wrong fuel could significantly damage the
fuel system and the engine itself. For the sake of the environment
Fuels can contaminate the environment. Col-
lect an
y spilt service fluids and allow a pro-
fessional to dispose of them. 183
Technical data
Advice
Operation
Emergencies
Safety
Index
Model plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
N Nat ur
al
gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
fuel tank cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182, 185
smell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Noises brake assist systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Notes for the user . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Number of seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
O
Octane rating (petrol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Odometer partial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Oil properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Open and close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 panoramic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
fuel tank flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
panoramic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
by remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
from the inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
fuel tank flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
in the lock cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
panoramic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Panoramic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
rear lid of
the luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . 9
tank flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Opening doors individually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Optical parking system (OPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
P Paintwork code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Panoramic sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 102 anti-trap function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137, 141 downhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
uphill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 optical parking system (OPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Parking aid system see Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Parking distance warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
see also Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Parking light remains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
ParkPilot see Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Passenger door emergency locking . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 52
Petrol additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Pollen filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Pollution filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Portable Smartphone base dismantling and assembling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Positioning the seatbelt
for pre gnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Position the seat belt seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Power brake system Anti-lock system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Power socket 12 volts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Protection of vehicle undercarriage . . . . . . . . . . 175
Puncture action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Pushing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
R
Radio-operated remote control see Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Radio reception antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
operating faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Rain and light sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 malfunction in the operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Raising the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 lift platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Rear headrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Rear backrest folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
lifting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Rear lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 see also Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Rear seat bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Rear view mirrors adjusting the exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Rear vision mirror interior anti-dazzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Rear window defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 30
Rear windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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