2017 Seat Alhambra parking sensors

Driver assistance systems
continuously calculates the distance be-
tw een the b
umper and the o
bstacle.WARNING
The parking distance warning system and the
optica l

parking system cannot replace driver
awareness.
● The sensors have blind spots in which ob-
stac
les and people are not registered.
● Always observe the area around the vehi-
cle, a
s the sensors do not always detect
small children, animals or objects.
● The surface of certain objects and some
clothing do not
reflect the ultrasound signals
from the parking distance system. The sys-
tem cannot detect or incorrectly detects
these objects and people wearing these
types of clothes.
● External sound sources can affect the park-
ing dis
tance aid signals. In this case, under
certain circumstances, people and objects
will not be detected. CAUTION
● The sensor s

may not always be able to de-
tect objects such as trailer draw bars, thin
rails, fences, posts, trees and open boots,
etc. This could result in damage to your car.
● Although the parking distance warning sys-
tem detect
s and warns of the presence of an
obstacle, the obstacle could disappear from
the angle of measurement of the sensors if it
is too high or low and the system would no longer show it. Therefore, it will not warn you
of the
se o

bjects. Ignoring the warnings of the
parking sensor system could cause consider-
able damage to the vehicle.
● The bumper sensors may become damaged
or misa
ligned, for example, when parking.
● To ensure that the system works properly,
the bumper sensor
s must be kept clean, free
of ice and snow and uncovered.
● When cleaning the sensors with high-pres-
sure or s
team cleaning equipment, spray the
sensors briefly at a distance of no less than
10 cm (4 inches). Note
Acoustic sources may lead to erroneous warn-
ing s

on the parking sensor system, e.g.
rough tarmac, cobbles or the noise of other
vehicles. Parking distance warning system*
Fig. 208
Detailed view of the centre console:
b utt
on f

or switching the parking distance
warning system on and off Fig. 209
Parking sensor system sensors on
the fr ont
b

umper The parking distance warning system assists
the driv
er when p
ark

ing. If the vehicle is ap-
proaching an obstacle, an intermittent audi-
ble warning is emitted. The shorter the dis-
tance, the shorter the intervals between »
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Technical data
Advice
Operation
Emergencies
Safety

Operation
tones. If the vehicle is too close to the obsta-
c l
e, the audib
le warning becomes constant.
Switching the parking distance warning sys-
tem on and off
● Press the  button
›››
Fig. 208
when the
ignition i

s switched on.
● Automatic on: select r
everse gear.
● Automatic off: drive fa
ster than 15 km/h
(9 mph).
The button lights up when the function is
switched on.
Things to note on the parking distance warn-
ing system
● The parking distance warning system
sometimes r
egisters water on the sensors as
an obstacle.
● If the distance does not change, the warn-
ing sign
al will sound less loudly after a few
seconds. If the continuous signal sounds, the
volume will remain constant.
● When the vehicle moves away from the ob-
stac
le, the beeping sound automatically
switches off. On approaching the obstacle
again, the beeping sound will automatically
switch back on.
● If the electronic parking brake is engaged
or the selector l
ever is set to P, no audible
warning will be emitted. ●
Your tec
hnical service centre can adjust the
volume of the warning signals. Note
If the parking distance warning system is
fau lty

, a constant audible warning will be
emitted the first time it is switched on and
the button will flash. Switch the parking dis-
tance warning system off using the button
and take the vehicle to a specialised work-
shop to have the system checked as soon as
possible. Optical parking system* (OPS)
Fig. 210
On-screen OPS display: A has de-
t ect
ed an o

bstacle in the collision zone; B has detected an obstacle in the segment;
C zone recorded behind the vehicle. Fig. 211
On-screen OPS display: A has de-
tect ed an o

bstacle in the segment; B restric-
ted ar e
a in front of the vehicle. The optical parking system is an accessory to
the P
ark
in

g distance warning system
››› page 209 and the park assist system
››› page 211.
The zone recorded by the sensors in front of
and behind the vehicle is displayed on the
factory-fitted radio or navigation system
screen. Any obstacles are displayed in rela-
tion to the vehicle ››› .
FunctionNecessary operations
Switching the
display on:Switch on the parking distance
warning system
››› page 209 or the
park assist system ››› page 211. The
OPS switches on automatically. 210

Operation
WARNING
Despite the assistance provided by the park
as s
ist system, do not run any risks when
parking. The system is not a replacement for
driver awareness.
● Unintentional movements of the vehicle
coul
d cause serious injury.
● Adjust your speed and driving style to visi-
bility
, road, traffic and weather conditions.
● The surface of certain objects and items of
clothing and e
xternal sound sources may
have a negative affect on the park assist sig-
nals or on the system sensors or may not re-
flect its signals.
● The sensors have blind spots in which ob-
stac
les and people are not registered.
● Always observe the area around the vehi-
cle, a
s the sensors do not always detect
small children, animals or objects. CAUTION
● The park a

ssist system aims exclusively at
other parked vehicles, without taking curbs
or other circumstances into account. Make
sure you do not damage the tyres and wheel
rims when parking. Where necessary, stop
manoeuvring to avoid damaging the vehicle.
● The sensors may not always be able to de-
tect o
bjects such as trailer draw bars, thin
rails, fences, posts and trees, etc. This could
result in damage to your car. ●
Although the p ark

ing distance warning sys-
tem detects and warns of the presence of an
obstacle, the obstacle could disappear from
the angle of measurement of the sensors if it
is too high or low and the system would no
longer show it. Therefore, it will not warn you
of these objects. Ignoring the warnings of the
parking sensor system could cause consider-
able damage to the vehicle. This is also valid
when using the park assist (e.g. to park be-
hind a truck or motorcycle). Therefore, always
keep a close watch on the area in front of and
behind the vehicle while parking, and inter-
vene promptly if necessary.
● To ensure that the system works properly,
the bumper sensor
s must be kept clean, free
of ice and snow and uncovered.
● The bumper sensors may become damaged
or misa
ligned, for example, when parking.
● When cleaning the sensors with high-pres-
sure or s
team cleaning equipment, spray the
sensors briefly at a distance of no less than
10 cm. Note
Contact a specialised workshop with any sys-
tem f au

lts. SEAT recommends taking your car
in for technical service. Parking using the park assist system
Fig. 212
Detailed view of the centre console:
b utt
on t

o switch the park assist system on
manually 212

Operation
Blind spot detector (BSD) with
r e
ar c
ross traffic alert (RTA)
Introduction 

›› ›

table on page 2
The blind spot detector (BSD) helps detect
the traffic situation to the sides and behind
the vehicle.
The integrated rear cross traffic alert (RTA)
helps the driver when backing out of a per-
pendicular parking spot and in manoeuvring.
The blind spot detector has been developed
for driving on paved roads. WARNING
The smart technology incorporated into the
blind s pot

detector (BSD) with rear cross traf-
fic alert (RTA) included cannot overcome the
limits imposed by the laws of physics; it only
works within the limits of the system. Acci-
dents and severe injury may occur if the blind
spot detection system or the rear cross traffic
alert are used negligently or involuntarily.
The system is not a replacement for driver
awareness.
● Adapt your speed and safe distance to the
vehicl
e in front of you at all times to suit visi-
bility, weather, road and traffic conditions. ●
Keep y

our hands on the wheel at all times,
and be ready to intervene in the steering at
any time.
● Pay attention to the control lamps that may
come on in the ext
ernal rear view mirrors and
on the instrument panel, and follow any in-
structions they may give.
● The blind spot assistant may react in the
face of
any special constructions that may be
present on the sides of the vehicle: e.g., high
or irregular protective fences. This may cause
erroneous warnings.
● Never use the blind spot detector with rear
cro
ss traffic alert on unpaved roads. The blind
spot detector with rear cross traffic alert has
been designed for use on paved roads.
● Always pay attention to the vehicle's sur-
roundin
gs.
● Never use the blind spot detector with rear
cro
ss traffic alert if the radar sensors are
dirty, covered or damaged. The system may
work incorrectly in these cases. CAUTION
● The ra d

ar sensors on the rear bumper may
be damaged or shifted in the event of a colli-
sion, for example, when entering or exiting a
parking space. This may result in the system
disconnecting itself, or at least having its
functionality diminished.
● In order to ensure that the radar sensors
work pr
operly, keep the rear bumper free of
snow and ice and do not cover it. ●
The re ar b

umper should only be painted
with paint authorised by SEAT. The blind spot
detector's functions may be limited or work
incorrectly if other paints are used.
● The external rear view mirror control lamps
may
have their functionality limited in the
event of solar radiation. Note
If the blind spot detector with rear cross traf-
fic al

ert does not work as described in this
chapter, do not use it and have it checked by
a specialised workshop. Control lamps
Control lamp in external rear view mirrors:

Lights up
Lights up once briefly: the blind spot detector is activa-
ted and ready to operate.
Lights up: blind spot detector has detected a vehicle in
the blind spot.

Flashes
The blind spot detector has detected a vehicle in the
blind spot and the turn signal has been turned on in the
direction of the detected vehicle
›››
.
For vehicles that are also equipped with Lane Assist
››› page 220, a warning to switch lanes will also appear
even though the turn signal has not been engaged. 222

Advice
Washing the vehicle with a high pres-
s ur
e c
leaner When cleaning the vehicle with a high-pres-
sur
e c

leaner, always follow the operating in-
structions for the equipment. Pay special at-
tention to the required pressure of the jet
and the distance between the jet and the ve-
hicle ››› .
Keep a s uit

able distance from soft materials,
such as rubber hoses or insulating material,
and from the parking distance warning sys-
tem sensors. The parking distance sensors
are fitted in the rear bumpers and, where ap-
plicable, in the front bumpers ››› .
Do not u
se a no

zzle that sprays the water out
in a direct stream or one that has a rotating
jet for forcing off dirt ››› .
WARNING
The incorrect use of high pressure cleaning
equipment c ou

ld result in permanent dam-
age, visible or invisible, to the tyres or other
materials. This could result in a serious acci-
dent.
● Ensure there is a suitable distance between
the nozzl
e and the tyres.
● Never wash tyres with a concentrated jet or
so-cal
led “dirt blasters”. Even at large spray-
ing distances and short cleaning times, you
may damage the tyres. WARNING
After the vehicle has been washed, the brak-
ing eff ect

will be reduced (and the braking
distance increased) due to moisture (and ice
in winter) on the brakes.
● “Dry the brakes and remove ice” by braking
caref
ully. Ensure that you are not endanger-
ing other road-users or breaking traffic regu-
lations in the process. CAUTION
● The wat er t

emperature should not exceed
+60°C (+140°F).
● To avoid damage to the paintwork, do not
wash the
vehicle in full sun.
● The sensors on the bumpers should be kept
cle
an and free of ice at all times to ensure the
parking distance warning system and the
park assist system operate correctly. When
cleaning with pressure hoses and steam
cleaners, the sensors should be sprayed only
briefly. A distance of 10 cm between the sen-
sors and the steam / hose nozzle must be ob-
served.
● Do not use a high pressure cleaner to re-
move ic
e or snow from windows
● Washing the vehicle in low temperatures:
When washin
g the vehicle with a hose, do
not direct water into the lock cylinders or the
gaps around the doors or roof. Locks and
seals could freeze! Stickers attached by the factory
Follow these directions to avoid damaging
the stic
k

ers:
● Do not use high pressure cleaners.
● To remove ice or snow from the stickers do
not use w
indow scrapers or ice scrapers.
● Do not polish the stickers.
● Do not use dirty cloths or sponges.
● Preferably wash using a soft sponge and
soft neutr
al soap.
Cleaning windows and exterior mir-
ror s Cleaning windows and exterior mirrors
S
pr
a

y windows and exterior windows with a
standard window cleaner containing alcohol.
Dry the windows with a clean chamois leath-
er or a lint-free cloth. The chamois leathers
used on painted surfaces are not suitable for
cleaning windows because they are soiled
with wax deposits which could smear the
windows.
Use window cleaner or a silicone remover to
clean rubber, oil, grease and silicone depos-
its off ››› .
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Index
wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
wheel b
al
ancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
winter tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
with directional tread pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Tyres with directional tread pattern . . . . . . . . . . 292
Tyre tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Tyre wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289, 290
U Unfastening the seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Unfastening your seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 by remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
from inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Upholstery cleaning textile covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Upholstery: cleaning upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256, 257
USB/AUX-IN input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
USB/AUX-IN Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
V Valve caps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Vehicle chassis number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
data label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
identification data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
parking downhill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
parking uphill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
raising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Vehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 280
acid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
a
ssisted starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
automatically disconnecting devices . . . . . . . 283
charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
checking the battery electrolyte level . . . . . . . 282
connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
control and warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
discharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181, 184
disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
positive terminal for starting assistance . . . . . . 52
preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
starting assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Vehicle care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 airbag modules (dash panel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
anodized surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
antenna incorporated in window . . . . . . . . . . . 260
chrome parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
cleaning wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
de-icing the door lock cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
plastic parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
protection of vehicle undercarriage . . . . . . . . 255
rubber seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
vehicle paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
wooden trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Vehicle care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Vehicle code vehicle data label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Vehicle data label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Vehicle interior monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Vehicl
e key set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Vehicle tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 82 components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Vehicle undercarriage guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Vehicle's battery running flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Vibrations steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Voice control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
W Warning and control lamp cruise control system (CCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82, 132
Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209, 212
special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
stickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
things to note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Wax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84, 296 anti-theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 83, 84
caps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46loosening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
tightening torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Wheel load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Wheel rims beadlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
bolted trims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284, 286, 296 changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 84
315