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Technical Data

236

Performance figures

Weights

Trailer weights

Engine oil capacity

Maximum speed

in km/h

172

Acceleration from 0-80 km/h

in sec.

10,3

Acceleration from 0-100 km/h

in sec.

15,9

Gross vehicle weight

in kg

1623

Weight in working order (with driver)

in kg

1182

Gross axle weight, front

in kg

847

Gross axle weight, rear

in kg

830

Permitted roof load

in kg

75

With no brakes, gradients up to 12%

500

With brakes, gradients up to 12%

800

Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change

3.5 litres

Summary of Contents for 2007 Cordoba

Page 1: ...CORDOBA owner s manual auto emoci n...

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Page 3: ...e Also the regular care and maintenance and correct handling of the vehicle will contribute to preserve its value For safety reasons note the information concerning accessories modifications and parts...

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Page 5: ...e importance of correct seat adjustment Head restraints Front seats Rear seat bench Stowage compartments Ashtrays cigarette lighter and electrical sockets First aid kit warning triangle fire extinguis...

Page 6: ...ge Jump starting Towing and tow starting Technical Data General notes on the technical data What you should be aware of How are the figures measured Towing a trailer Wheels Technical Data Checking flu...

Page 7: ...indications left right front rear appearing in this manual refer to the normal forward working direction of the vehicle except when otherwise indicated The equipment marked with an asterisk is suppli...

Page 8: ...airbags seats etc 2 Controls and equipment Information about the distribution of controls in the driver position of the vehicle about the seat adjustment possibilities how to create a suitable climat...

Page 9: ...the occupant protection system and can reduce the risk of injury during an accident Never gamble with your safety and the safety of your passengers In the event of an accident the safety equipment cou...

Page 10: ...perly for your size Ensure that the passenger in the central rear seat always has the head restraint in position page 13 Instruct passengers to adjust the head restraints according to their height Pro...

Page 11: ...e recommend the following adjustments for the driver Adjust the steering wheel so that there is a distance of at least 25 cm between the steering wheel and the centre of your chest fig 1 Move the driv...

Page 12: ...rbag system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when the back rest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her seat belt properly The further the backrests are tilted...

Page 13: ...er seat belt properly The further the backrests are tilted to the rear the greater the risk of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web or the incorrect sitting position Adjust the head res...

Page 14: ...at the very least at eye level fig 3 and fig 4 Adjusting the head restraints page 103 WARNING Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted increases the risk of severe injuries...

Page 15: ...An incorrect sitting position can lead to severe injuries to occupants Seat belts can provide optimal protection only when the belt webs are properly positioned Incorrect sitting positions substantial...

Page 16: ...dals unimpaired to the floor Ensure that the pedals can return unimpaired to their initial posi tions Use only floor mats which leave the pedal area free and can be securely fastened in the foot well...

Page 17: ...eased if a loose object is struck by an inflating airbag If this happens objects can be transformed into missiles Risk of fatal injury Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transportin...

Page 18: ...must also use seat belts Like all other occupants these persons can also sustain severe injuries if they are not wearing their seat belts properly Number of seats Your vehicle has five passenger place...

Page 19: ...ing lamp in the combi instrument lights up if the driver seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched on In addition an acoustic signal can also be heard for a couple of seconds The warning...

Page 20: ...ident The most significant factor however is the speed of the vehicle If the speed doubles from 25 km h to 50 km h for example the kinetic energy increases by a factor of four Because the passengers i...

Page 21: ...e for the seat belts When deployed airbags provide only additional protection All occupants including the driver must be wearing seat belts properly during the trip This will reduce the risk of severe...

Page 22: ...have shown properly worn seat belts to be an effective means of substantially reducing the risk of injury and improving the chances of survival in a serious accident Furthermore properly worn seat bel...

Page 23: ...ing their capacity to protect The slot in the seat belt buckle must not be blocked with paper or other objects as this can prevent the latch plate from engaging securely Never use seat belt clips reta...

Page 24: ...d The automatic belt retractors on the front seats are fitted with belt tension devices page 25 WARNING An incorrectly worn seat belt web can cause severe injuries in the event of an accident The seat...

Page 25: ...eat belt properly at all times during the pregnancy The seat belt provides maximum protection only when the belt web is properly positioned page 22 Adjust the front seat and head restraint correctly p...

Page 26: ...ries Adjusting the seat belt height Seat belt height adjusters can be used to adjust the position of the seat belt at the shoulder The seat belt adjuster for the front seats can be used to adjust the...

Page 27: ...ront seats are retracted automatically The seat belts for the front occupants are equipped with belt tension devices Sensors will trigger the belt tension devices during severe head on lateral and rea...

Page 28: ...s The belt tension devices may fail to trigger or may trigger in the wrong circumstances Never attempt to repair adjust remove or install parts of the belt tension devices or seat belts The belt tensi...

Page 29: ...is way the front airbags can completely deploy when trig gered providing their maximum protection The most important factors that will trigger an airbag are the type of acci dent the angle of collisio...

Page 30: ...ases Never secure a rear facing child seat to the front passenger seat if the front passenger airbag is enabled The child can suffer critical or fatal inju ries when the front passenger airbag is trig...

Page 31: ...e damaged The consequence may be that in the event of an accident the airbag inflates incorrectly or does not inflate at all The relevant safety requirements must be observed when the vehicle or compo...

Page 32: ...work effectively when the occupants are wearing their seat belts correctly and have adjusted the head restraints properly For this reason it is most important to wear the seat belts at all times not...

Page 33: ...d airbags reduce the risk of head or chest injury The airbag system is designed so that the airbags for the driver and front passenger are triggered in a severe frontal collision In certain types of a...

Page 34: ...loys This is normal and is no indication that there was a fire in the vehicle The function of the airbag covers if the airbags are triggered The airbag covers fold out of the steering wheel or dash pa...

Page 35: ...never carry any objects or pets in the deployment space between them and the airbags or allow children or other passengers to travel in this position The airbags provide protection for one accident on...

Page 36: ...on is switched on self diagnosis WARNING In a side on collision the side airbags will not work if the sensors do not correctly measure the pressure increase on the interior of the doors due to air esc...

Page 37: ...ant gas In order to provide the desired extra protection in an accident the airbags have to deploy extremely rapidly within fractions of a second A fine dust may develop when the airbag deploys This i...

Page 38: ...oys from the side of the backrest the use of non approved seat covers would obstruct the side airbag seriously reducing the airbag s effectiveness page 167 Accessories parts replacement and modificati...

Page 39: ...vehicle s overall passive safety system Please bear in mind that the airbag system can only work effectively when the occupants are wearing their seat belts correctly and have adjusted the head restra...

Page 40: ...ags have to deploy extremely rapidly within fractions of a second A fine dust may develop when the airbag deploys This is normal and is no indication that there was a fire in the vehicle The fully dep...

Page 41: ...on coat hangers The airbags provide protection for one accident only if they have been deployed they must be replaced Any work on the curtain airbag system or removal and installation of the airbag c...

Page 42: ...g front passenger airbag Switch off ignition Turn the ignition switch in the key operated switch in the glove box to the position OFF fig 25 Check that the warning lamp AIRBAG OFF in the dash panel fi...

Page 43: ...t enable the front passenger airbag again Only deactivate the passenger airbag when the ignition is off other wise a fault may occur in the airbag system this will create a danger that in case of an a...

Page 44: ...r seat belts But unlike adults children do not have fully developed muscle and bone struc tures This means that children are subject to a greater risk of injury To reduce this risk children must alway...

Page 45: ...ling Never hold children or babies on your lap this can result in potentially fatal injuries to the child Never allow a child to be transported in a vehicle without being properly secured or to stand...

Page 46: ...s A suitable child seat and a correctly adjusted seat belt can help to protect your child Group 0 For babies from about 9 months old and 10 kg in weight the most suitable seats are those appearing in...

Page 47: ...of child seats in Safety notes on using child seats on page 43 Group 2 and 3 child seats A suitable child seat and a correctly adjusted seat belt can help to protect your child Follow the manufacture...

Page 48: ...arm The seat belt must lie close to the torso The lap belt part must lie across the pelvis not across the stomach and always fit closely Pull the belt tight if necessary to take up any slack page 21 S...

Page 49: ...enger seat as far to rear as possible as high as possible and always deactivate the airbag L Suitable for retention systems using the ISOFIX and Toptether anchors or antirotation mechanism bracket X S...

Page 50: ...both sides of the child seat to ensure that it is secure Two ISOFIX retaining rings are fitted on each rear seat In some vehicles the rings are secured to the seat frame and in others they are secure...

Page 51: ...49 Safety First Operating instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data...

Page 52: ...50 Fig 31 Instrument panel...

Page 53: ...ights Switch for heated rear window Airbag disconnected warning light Cup holder Radio casing Radio navigation system Passenger airbag Glove box Stowage compartment Switches for Heating and ventilatio...

Page 54: ...out of the instruments depends upon the model and engine Rev counter page 53 Coolant temperature gauge page 53 Fuel gauge page 54 Speedometer page 54 Digital clock Outside temperature display Multifun...

Page 55: ...ave fuel and minimise engine noise Engine coolant temperature display This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature Needle in cold zone Avoid high engine speeds and heavy engine loads fig 33 Needle...

Page 56: ...ound reminding the driver to refuel At this point there are still about 7 litres of fuel in the tank Speedometer The speedometer is equipped with a digital odometer and a trip counter in addition to a...

Page 57: ...ustic buzzer is heard The illumination of the crystal symbol aims to warn the driver of the risk of ice so that he she proceeds with due care When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low s...

Page 58: ...gnition the new values will be added to the existing trip recorder memory The memory will automatically be deleted if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours The total journey memory 2 coll...

Page 59: ...ached Miles Fuel range The fuel range is calculated using the figures for tank content and current fuel consumption It shows how far the vehicle can travel using the same condi tions as a reference li...

Page 60: ...tely 10 seconds A clock symbol appears and the number of days until the next service appointment is due The following message appears on the instrument panel if a service is due INSP Maintenance servi...

Page 61: ...terval indicator be carried out in an Authorised Service Centre to avoid possible faults in the vehicle Note The indication can only be reset when a pre warning or warning is indi cated Do not reset t...

Page 62: ...ning lamps The warning lamps indicate a number of different functions and possible faults Fig 40 Instrument panel with warning lamps Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certa...

Page 63: ...Turn signals in operation page 63 Coolant level coolant temperature page 63 Main beam switched on page 64 Fuel level reserve page 64 Anti lock brake system ABS page 64 Parking brake applied or low br...

Page 64: ...ormation text will also appear in the display Alternator This warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator The warning lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on It should go out when the engin...

Page 65: ...ting It flashes if there is an engine fault Warning lamp is lit The warning lamp lights up while the glow plugs are preheating When the warning lamp goes off the engine should be started straight away...

Page 66: ...ne compartment Risk of scalding Wait until you can no longer see or hear escaping steam or coolant The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous area Before carrying out any work in the e...

Page 67: ...le and seek technical assistance Brake system handbrake The warning lamp lights up if the handbrake is applied if the brake fluid level falls too low or if there is a fault in the brake system This wa...

Page 68: ...If the ESP warning lamp lights up and stays on after the engine is started this may mean that the control system has temporarily switched off the ESP In this case the ESP can be reactivated by switchi...

Page 69: ...e engine and check the oil level If the oil level is too low add more engine oil page 178 If the symbol flashes although the oil level is correct do not drive on The engine must not even run at idle s...

Page 70: ...Controls on the steering wheel Fig 42 Controls on the steering wheel Button Short press Long press Radio CD Audio CD mp3 CDC Radio CD Audio CD mp3 CDC Volume up Continue volume up Volume down Continue...

Page 71: ...wards for station Previous track Search down wards for station Rewind Change source cycle No specified function Silence No specified function Next preset No function Change folder Change CD No specif...

Page 72: ...s avoids accidentally leaving the keys in the ignition From inside all the doors may be locked by pushing the security buttons down in vehicles without central locking WARNING Exercise extreme caution...

Page 73: ...mote control Using the key rotate the lock cylinder twice in the locking direction To activate the system using the remote control press the lock button on the remote twice When the Safe system is dea...

Page 74: ...can be opened the unlock button on the remote must be pressed twice The button must be pressed twice in under 2 seconds and this will deactivate the Safe system for all the vehicle all doors will be u...

Page 75: ...ible to lock the vehicle from inside using the central locking after turning the ignition off and back on again Central locking button The vehicle can be locked and unlocked from the inside using the...

Page 76: ...e All doors may be locked separately from inside the car Do this by pulling the door release lever twice WARNING If the vehicle is locked children and disabled people may be trapped inside The central...

Page 77: ...ni tion key anti clockwise for the left hand side doors and clock wise for the right hand side doors page 74 fig 44 page 74 fig 45 Deactivating the childproof lock Unlock the car and open the door for...

Page 78: ...tab with the key number Plastic key tab Spare keys cannot be issued without the key number on the key tab fig 46 Therefore Always keep the key tab in a safe place Never leave the key tab in the vehicl...

Page 79: ...hat electrical equipment is used e g electric windows Risk of accident The doors can be locked using the remote control key This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency Nev...

Page 80: ...ontrol device with batteries is fitted in the head of the vehicle key The receiver is in the interior of the vehicle The indicator light for the key always flashes when the remote control is used The...

Page 81: ...emergency Note The radio frequency remote control can also be programmed so that only the driver s door is unlocked the first time that the unlocking button on the radio frequency remote control key i...

Page 82: ...ts are detected around the vehicle The anti theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal it Audible and visible alarms are triggered if the car is opened using the mechanical...

Page 83: ...ed If after the alarm has stopped attempts are made to open another protection zone the alarm will be triggered again The alarm system can be activated or deactivated using the remote control page 78...

Page 84: ...ated without the volumetric sensor function relocking will activate the alarm with all its functions except the volumetric sensor This function is reactivated when the alarm is next switched on unless...

Page 85: ...ndle on the interior lining and close it using a light movement When the keyhole fig 51 is in a vertical position the tailgate will open and lock automatically using the central locking system Also th...

Page 86: ...rving and ensuring it is clear to do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others Make sure that no one is in the path of the tailgate Never drive with the tailgate open or half closed exhau...

Page 87: ...the keys Unsupervised use of a key could mean that the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used e g electric windows Risk of accident The doors can be locked using the remote control key...

Page 88: ...bvious reason why the window cannot be closed try to close it again within five seconds If you wait longer than 5 10 seconds the window will open fully when you operate one of the buttons One touch cl...

Page 89: ...er door and the front passenger door are not opened Sunroof blind The sunroof blind is opened together with the sliding tilting roof If required it can be closed by hand when the sunroof is closed WAR...

Page 90: ...getting pinched against the roof opening The sliding tilting sunroof stops and opens again immediately if it is obstructed when closing If the sliding tilting roof has been opened again by the roll b...

Page 91: ...lf lights up Switching on the rear fog lights vehicles with no front fog lights Turn the switch from position or to the end An indicator lamp on the switch itself lights up WARNING Never drive with ju...

Page 92: ...system Headlight range control Using the electrical headlight range control you can adjust the headlight range to the load level that is being carried in the vehicle In this way it is possible to avo...

Page 93: ...ower you can also save fuel Note To avoid possible damage to the battery an automatic temporary disconnec tion of this function is possible coming back on when normal operating conditions are reestabl...

Page 94: ...vehicle Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with inflammable materials under the vehicle for example dry grass or spilt petrol This could start a fire Note The battery wi...

Page 95: ...rovided a trailer is correctly attached and connected to the vehicle If a turn signal bulb is defective the warning lamp flashes at double speed If the trailer turn signal bulbs are damaged warning la...

Page 96: ...hed on Interior light switched on Move the knob to the position Interior light switched off O Move the knob to the position O fig 61 Note If not all the vehicle doors are closed the interior lights wi...

Page 97: ...located in the upper section on the back of the stowage tray The light is activated when the tailgate is open even when the ignition and lights are turned off For this reason ensure that the tailgate...

Page 98: ...osition Brief wipe Move the lever down to position to give the windscreen a brief wipe Wash and wipe automatic system Pull the lever towards the steering wheel Position the wind screen washer is activ...

Page 99: ...d jets is controlled automatically when the ignition is switched on depending upon the outside temperature Rain sensor The rain sensor controls the frequency of the windscreen wiper intervals dependin...

Page 100: ...uel tank Note To ensure that the headlight washers work properly in winter keep the nozzle holders in the bumper free of snow and remove any ice with a de icer spray To remove water the windscreen wip...

Page 101: ...ic anti dazzle interior mirror The automatic anti dazzle function can be switched on and off as desired Switching off anti dazzle function Press button fig 67 Warning lamp goes out Switching on anti d...

Page 102: ...his press the mirror housing towards the vehicle Note Before washing the vehicle with an automatic car wash fold in the mirrors to avoid damage Electric wing mirrors The exterior mirrors can be adjust...

Page 103: ...ver the objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors If you use these mirrors to estimate the distance to vehicles behind you when changing lane you could make a mistake Risk of accident If...

Page 104: ...the seat belt must always be properly adjusted to provide you and your passengers with optimum protection Always keep your feet in the foot well when the vehicle is moving never rest them on the dash...

Page 105: ...head and as a very minimum at eye level fig 69 and fig 70 Adjusting the head restraints page 104 WARNING Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted increases the risk of severe...

Page 106: ...eight rear central seat Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired position To lower the head restraint press the button and push head restraint downwards Make sure that the head res...

Page 107: ...emove the rear head restraints gently tilt the seat back forwards When fitting the head restraints again insert the tubes as far as possible into the guides without pressing the button Front seats Adj...

Page 108: ...The further the backrests are tilted to the rear the greater the risk of injury due to improper positioning of the belt web Exercise caution when adjusting the seat height or forwards back wards posit...

Page 109: ...rds Insert the head restraints in their fastenings page 104 Folding seat forward Remove the head restraints from their fastening on the seat cushion Lift the backrest until it correctly engages in the...

Page 110: ...st of the central seat is correctly engaged Stowage compartments Stowage compartment on the front passenger side The compartment can be opened by pulling the lever fig 76 WARNING Always keep the stowa...

Page 111: ...age drawer under front right seat To open Press button and pull outwards holding it with a hand To close Press inwards until it engages Seat storage pocket There is a storage pocket on the rear of the...

Page 112: ...accident the hot drink could be spilled Danger of scalding Never use rigid materials for example glass or ceramic these could cause injury in the case of an accident When travelling the drinks holder...

Page 113: ...ashtray Hold the ashtray on the right hand side and pull upwards Replacement Push ashtray into holder Closing Move the ashtray cover towards the gearstick until it engages WARNING Never put paper in t...

Page 114: ...g of up to 120 Watt When the engine is switched off however the vehicle battery will discharge Further information page 167 WARNING The current sockets and the connected accessories will only operate...

Page 115: ...rning the use of this equipment please see the Radio handbook First aid kit warning triangle fire extinguisher First aid kit warning triangles and fire extinguisher The use of reflective warning trian...

Page 116: ...e the load as evenly as possible Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as possible WARNING Loose luggage and other loose items in the vehicle can cause serious injuries Loose o...

Page 117: ...r door frame while respecting the correct direction of travel indicated in the installa tion manual Not following these instructions may lead to paintwork damage or marks on the bodywork Pay special a...

Page 118: ...tting the flow of air in the required direction Air distribution towards the windscreen Air recirculation is for safety reasons not possible in this position Air distribution to the upper body Air dis...

Page 119: ...desired direction using air distribution control Open the relevant air outlets Heating the interior Turn the temperature selector fig 88 clockwise to select the required temperature Turn blower switch...

Page 120: ...omfort while preventing the windows from misting again Heating Maximum heat output which is needed to defrost the windows quickly is only available when the engine has reached its operating temperatur...

Page 121: ...utput as desired Air conditioning Controls The air conditioning system only works when the engine is running and the fan is switched on Using the controls fig 90 and and with the switch you can set th...

Page 122: ...ase familiarise yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system including the demist defrost functions for the windows Note Please observe the general notes Vehicle interior...

Page 123: ...fumes or unpleasant smells from entering the vehicle When air recirculation mode is switched on button page 120 fig 91 with warning lamp strong odours in the outside air do not enter the vehicle inter...

Page 124: ...he following points in order to have the equipment operating for a short a time as possible If the vehicle interior has overheated due to excessive solar radiation it is best to open the windows or do...

Page 125: ...stribution to head Button To connect economic mode When the button light is on the air conditioning is disconnected to save fuel Button Manual air recirculation mode WARNING For your safety the window...

Page 126: ...d the display indicates HI In this setting the system runs at maximum heating output and the temperature is not controlled Blower The blower can be infinitely adjusted with the blower control Always h...

Page 127: ...that the air conditioning is damaged switch off the air conditioning with button to prevent further damage and have it checked by a qualified workshop Repairs to the air conditioning system require s...

Page 128: ...tilation and Air conditioning 126 For correct operation of the system do not block the grille between the button and the button When the engine is under extreme strain switch off the compressor for a...

Page 129: ...er under the steering column fig 93 down Adjust the steering wheel in this way until the correct position is set fig 94 Then push the lever up again firmly WARNING Incorrect use of the steering column...

Page 130: ...the outside of the ring at the 9 o clock and 3 o clock positions Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o clock position or in any other manner e g in the centre of the steering wheel or on the insi...

Page 131: ...and wet roads and when towing a trailer Always adapt your driving style to suit the condition of the roads and the traffic situation Do not let the extra safety afforded by ESP tempt you into taking...

Page 132: ...f the keys could result in the engine being started or electrical systems such as the electric windows being used This can result in serious injury Caution The starter motor will only work when the en...

Page 133: ...uld not be pushed or towed for more than approximately 50 metres to start the engine Fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it Before attempting to push start or tow a vehicle to start it...

Page 134: ...uel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it Before attempting to push start or tow a vehicle to start it you should first try to start it using the battery of another vehicle Note and follow...

Page 135: ...n on the gearstick The reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary When the engine is running before engaging this gear wait about 6 seconds with the clutch pressed in fully in ord...

Page 136: ...atically depending on how the accelerator is used The consumption oriented programme will be selected if you use the accelerator slowly or normally This means that the gearbox will shift up earlier an...

Page 137: ...cond without pressing the brake does the lever block come into operation At speeds of over 5 km h the selector lever lock is automatically blocked in position N Selector lever positions P parking lock...

Page 138: ...manoeuvres Recommended position for extreme slopes The vehicle only travels in 1st gear 2nd 3rd and 4th are blocked The cruise control can not be used in position 1 Caution Never move the selector lev...

Page 139: ...e event of a malfunction of the gearbox electronics emergency programmes are activated according to the type of fault The gearbox continues to connect gears automatically but the operations are jerky...

Page 140: ...goes out when the hand brake is released WARNING Never use the handbrake to slow down the vehicle when it is in motion The braking distance is considerably longer as braking is only applied to the re...

Page 141: ...y In the event of an emergency locked doors will delay assistance to occupants Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle They could set the vehicle in motion for example by releasing the handbr...

Page 142: ...s stationary Setting speed Press the lower part SET of the rocker switch fig 103 once briefly when you have reached the speed you wish to set When you release the rocker switch the current speed is se...

Page 143: ...release the pedal the system will automatically restore the set speed This will not be the case however if the vehicle speed is more than 10 km h higher than the stored speed for longer than 5 minute...

Page 144: ...high for the current road traffic or weather conditions Risk of accident Completely switching off the system Vehicles with a manual gearbox The system is completely turned off by moving the control a...

Page 145: ...tem BAS In an emergency most drivers brake in time but not with maximum force This results in unnecessarily long braking distances The brake assist system intervenes here if you press the brake pedal...

Page 146: ...uld reduce speed immediately to suit the road and traffic conditions Do not let the extra safety features tempt you into taking any risks when driving The effectiveness of ABS is also determined by th...

Page 147: ...ng Program ESP ESP reduces the danger of skidding by braking the wheels individually The system uses the steering wheel angle and road speed to calculate the changes of direction desired by the driver...

Page 148: ...n wheel via the differential To prevent the disc brake of the braked wheel from overheating the EDL cuts out automatically if subjected to excessive loads The vehicle will continue to function normall...

Page 149: ...g the first 200 km you can compensate for the reduced braking effect by applying more pressure to the brake pedal If you need to make an emer gency stop the braking distance will be longer with new br...

Page 150: ...let the vehicle coast with the engine switched off The braking distance is increased considerably as the brake servo does not function Very heavy use of the brakes may cause a vapour lock if the brak...

Page 151: ...ving conditions do not allow the filter to clean itself for example multiple short trips the filter will be obstructed by dust and pollen and the indicator for the diesel engine particulate filter ind...

Page 152: ...stickers to certain parts of the headlight lenses Further information is available from your Authorised Service Centre Adjusting simple headlights for driving on the left On the right hand side headl...

Page 153: ...ight On the right headlight if you are changing from driving on the left hand side to the right hand side On the left headlight if you are changing from driving on the left hand side to the right hand...

Page 154: ...from driving on the right hand side to the left hand side page 151 fig 112 Covering bifocal headlamps for driving on the right On the right headlight if you are changing from driving on the left hand...

Page 155: ...he right headlight if you are changing from driving on the right hand side to the left hand side fig 115 On the left headlight if you are changing from driving on the right hand side to the left hand...

Page 156: ...ximum trailer weight has to be reduced accordingly The weight of the vehicle and trailer combination must be reduced by 10 for every further 1 000 m or part thereof The gross combination weight is the...

Page 157: ...ith an unladen vehicle is very unfavourable However if this cannot be avoided drive extra slowly to allow for the unbalanced weight distribution Speed The stability of the vehicle and trailer is reduc...

Page 158: ...hen waiting in a traffic jam at level crossings or at traffic lights with a long red phase The fuel saved after only 30 40 seconds is greater than the amount of fuel needed to restart the engine The e...

Page 159: ...eating or the seat heaters Logbook A good way of keeping a check on fuel consumption is to take regular notes You will be able to note the variations both positive and negative and react accordingly E...

Page 160: ...r care products can be toxic For this they must always be kept closed in their original container Keep out of children s reach Failure to comply could result in poisoning Always read and observe the i...

Page 161: ...vehicle in a carwash tunnel do not tighten the aerial if it is folded as this may cause damage Washing by hand Washing the vehicle First soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse off Clean the v...

Page 162: ...ing distance Increase the spraying distance for soft materials and painted bumpers Do not use a high pressure cleaner to remove ice or snow from windows page 161 Never use concentrated jet nozzles or...

Page 163: ...Do not polish your vehicle in a sandy or dusty environment Caring for plastic parts Solvents will damage plastic parts If normal washing fails to clean plastic parts clean them with special solvent fr...

Page 164: ...a cloth to remove stubborn stains Care of rubber seals If rubber seals are well looked after they will not freeze so quickly 1 Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the rubber seals 2 Apply a...

Page 165: ...ention to preserve their appearance It is important to remove road salt and brake dust by washing the wheels at regular intervals otherwise the finish will be impaired Always use an acid free detergen...

Page 166: ...s and components in the engine compartment are given anti corrosion treatment afterwards WARNING When working in the engine compartment always observe the safety warnings page 175 Switch off the engin...

Page 167: ...ing Moisten a cotton or woollen cloth with water and wipe over the leather surfaces Cleaning stubborn stains More stubborn dirt can be removed using a mild soap solution pure liquid soap two tablespoo...

Page 168: ...eat belt fabric to dry Do not roll up the seat belt until it is dry If large stains form on the belts the belt will not retract correctly into the auto matic belt retractor WARNING Do not use chemical...

Page 169: ...fficial approval certificate Any equipment subsequently installed which has a direct effect on the vehicle and or the way it is driven e g cruise control system or electronically controlled suspension...

Page 170: ...watts An external aerial is needed to give the equipment its optimal range First consult your Authorised Service Centre if you wish to use a mobile tele phone or a two way radio with a transmitting p...

Page 171: ...sories parts replacement and modifications 169 Safety First Operating instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data Note Please observe the operating instructions of your mobile telephone two way r...

Page 172: ...Accessories parts replacement and modifications 170 Fitting a towing bracket It is possible to fit a towing bracket to the rear of the vehicle Fig 119 Attachment points for towing bracket...

Page 173: ...act an Authorised Service Centre to check whether your cooling system needs modification Observe the legal requirements in your country e g the fitting of a sepa rate warning lamp Certain vehicle comp...

Page 174: ...this point as this will fill the expansion chamber Fuel may leak out if ambient conditions are warm The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is given on a sticker on the inside of the fuel tank flap WA...

Page 175: ...wever this has no advantage in terms of fuel consumption and engine power If in exceptional circumstances the correct octane rating is not available For engines which require Premium unleaded petrol 9...

Page 176: ...r Normung e V the German standards institute EN means European Norm FAME is the English abbreviation Fatty Acid Methyl Ester If the date sticker of the vehicle includes the number PR 2G0 optional equi...

Page 177: ...with a fuel filter pre heater making it well equipped for operation in winter This ensures that the fuel system remains operational to approx 24 C provided you use winter grade diesel which is safe to...

Page 178: ...hot the cooling system will be pressurised Protect face hands and arms by covering the cap with a large thick cloth to protect against escaping coolant and steam Always make sure you have not left any...

Page 179: ...hat the windscreen wipers are in rest position To release the bonnet pull the lever under the dashboard fig 121 in the direction indicated arrow The bonnet will be released by a spring action Lift the...

Page 180: ...for those regions affected by extreme cold As the use of good quality oil is necessary for the correct operation and long service life of the engine when it becomes necessary to replenish or change th...

Page 181: ...ils are only useful in a climate that is constantly very cold or very warm Engine oil additives No type of additive should be mixed with the engine oil The deterioration caused by these additives is n...

Page 182: ...out once more and check the oil level fig 123 Top up with engine oil if necessary Oil level in area Do not add oil Oil level in area Oil can be topped up The indicated oil level should be after the zo...

Page 183: ...using small quantities wait a while and check the oil level before adding any more oil As soon as the oil level is in area carefully close the cap The position of the oil filler opening is shown in th...

Page 184: ...t knowledge required we recommend that you have the engine oil and filter changed by an Authorised Service Centre Never pour oil down drains or into the ground Use a suitable container when draining t...

Page 185: ...of coolant causing serious damage to the engine The coolant additive G 12 purple can be mixed with the additive G 12 red or G 11 Never mix G12 red colour with G 11 Checking the coolant level and topp...

Page 186: ...em when the engine is hot The coolant additive G 12 dyed purple may be mixed with G 12 dyed red and also with G 11 WARNING Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be carri...

Page 187: ...headlights We recom mend that you always add a product to the windscreen washer fluid Approved windscreen cleaning products exist on the market with high deter gent and anti freeze properties these ma...

Page 188: ...they are soiled If this does not produce the desired results the setting angle of the wind screen wiper arms might be incorrect They should be checked by a qualified workshop and corrected if necessa...

Page 189: ...fore opening the bonnet to check the brake fluid level read and observe the warnings page 175 Changing the brake fluid The Maintenance Program indicates the brake fluid change intervals We recommend t...

Page 190: ...cal burns as well as the risk of accident or fire when working on the battery and the electrical system Wear eye protection Protect your eyes skin and clothing from acid and particles containing lead...

Page 191: ...ted to the battery Never use a defective battery This may be fatally explosive Replace a damaged battery immediately Caution Never disconnect the battery if the ignition is switched on or if the engin...

Page 192: ...rformance and safety spec ifications of your vehicle WARNING We recommend you use only maintenance free or cycle free leak proof batteries which comply with the standards T 825 06 and VW 7 50 73 This...

Page 193: ...cle pulls to one side when driving stop the vehicle immediately and check the tyres for damage Checking tyre pressure The correct tyre pressure can be seen on the sticker on the inside of the tank fla...

Page 194: ...e pressure should be checked at least once per month page 191 Driving style Fast cornering heavy acceleration and hard braking all increase tyre wear Changing wheels around If the front tyres are worn...

Page 195: ...d make a major contribution to good road holding and safe handling Tyres should be replaced at least in pairs and not individually i e both front tyres or both rear tyres together A knowledge of tyre...

Page 196: ...ghtened to the correct torque The design of wheel bolts is matched to the rims If different wheel rims are fitted the correct wheel bolts with the right length and correctly shaped bolt heads must be...

Page 197: ...please refer to the notes on the spare wheel page 193 New tyres and wheels WARNING The maximum speed for the winter tyres must not be exceeded Otherwise this could lead to tyre damage and thus an acci...

Page 198: ...injury Use the jack only on firm level ground Never start the engine when the vehicle is on the jack risk of accident If work is to be carried out underneath the vehicle this must be secured by suitab...

Page 199: ...er the floor panel in the luggage compartment Your vehicle is equipped with the Tyre Mobility System Tyre repair kit The tyre repair kit consists of a container with sealing compound to repair the pun...

Page 200: ...on the spare wheel Lower the vehicle Tighten the wheel bolts firmly in diagonal sequence with the box spanner Replace the hub cap After changing a wheel After changing the wheel there are still tasks...

Page 201: ...131 Pull off the hub cap Wheel covers The wheel covers must be removed for access to the wheel bolts Dismantle Remove the wheel cover using the wire hook fig 132 Hook this into one of the cut outs of...

Page 202: ...t until it is secured An adapter is required to unscrew or tighten the anti theft wheel bolts WARNING Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack loosening the...

Page 203: ...Recesses at the front and rear of the door sills mark the jacking points fig 134 A position has been made for each wheel Do not fit the jack anywhere else An unstable surface under the jack may cause...

Page 204: ...the spare wheel inspect the condition of the wheel and hub mounting surfaces These surfaces must be clean before fitting the wheel The hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle makes it easier to tur...

Page 205: ...f tyres with this type of tread pattern the defective tyre should be replaced as soon as possible so that all tyres again rotate in the correct direction Tyre repair kit Tyre Mobility System General i...

Page 206: ...luggage compartment WARNING Put the hazard warning lightson and place the warning triangle in position This is for your own safety and also warns other road users Caution Take special care if you have...

Page 207: ...a cover at the left hand end of the dash panel In versions with the steering wheel on the right the fuses are on the right hand side of the instru ment panel behind a cover The electric windows are pr...

Page 208: ...nd when 206 If you replace a fuse with a stronger fuse you could cause damage to another location in the electrical system Always keep some spare fuses in the vehicle These are available from SEAT dea...

Page 209: ...de light 5 7 Left side light 5 8 Mirror heating unit 5 9 Lambda probe 10 10 Signal S a Radio unit 5 11 Electric mirror power supply 5 12 Headlamp height adjustment 5 13 Oil pressure level sensor 5 14...

Page 210: ...central locking unit 5 31 Left front window control 25 32 Vacant 33 Self powered alarm horn 15 34 Engine control unit 15 35 Sunroof 20 36 Engine ventilator heating blower 25 37 Headlight washer pump...

Page 211: ...e signal S is a system which includes the starter and steering lock and enables after the ignition is switched off and without removing the key from the steering and starter lock certain electrical co...

Page 212: ...ed at an authorised Service Centre Number Consumer Amperes 1 Alternator Starter motor 175 2 Power supply voltage distributor inside vehicle 110 3 Power assisted steering pump 50 4 Spark plug preheatin...

Page 213: ...f spare bulbs in the vehicle At the very least the bulbs that most affect road safety should have spares in the vehicle Rear lights on frame Brake position 12V P21 5W Turn signals 12V P21W Rear lights...

Page 214: ...plain how to change these lamps except for the xenon lights Main headlight lamps Dipped headlights Main beam headlights 7 On this type of headlight the bulb changes must be made by the SEAT dealer giv...

Page 215: ...remove the cover Remove the lamp cable connector fig 143 Undo the retainer spring and remove Remove the lamp and fit the new lamp in the same position making sure it sits correctly Press the retaining...

Page 216: ...ctor fig 145 Undo the retainer spring and remove Remove the lamp and fit the new lamp in the same position making sure it sits correctly Press the retaining spring on the lamp base and clip on Plug in...

Page 217: ...he bonnet Remove the loops fig 146 in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover Pull on the cables to release the lamp holder from the casing fig 147 Pull on the lamp and replace To assemble pro...

Page 218: ...fig 148 in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover Turn the lamp holder to the left and remove it from the casing fig 149 Installation is done in the reverse order Fit the plastic cover and se...

Page 219: ...fig 150 and when released unplug the connector Turn the headlamp cover to the left a quarter turn Unplug the lamp cable Undo the lamp retainer spring and remove Remove the lamp and fit the new lamp in...

Page 220: ...ew bulb Insert the lamp holder in the indicator guide until it clicks into place First fit the indicator in the opening in the chassis fastening the tabs fig 152 and then fit in the lamp as shown by t...

Page 221: ...press Carefully fit the lampholder in the casing and press until a clic is heard Next replace the cover and press down Note Make sure that when assembling all seals and rubbers are correctly fitted R...

Page 222: ...asing and the glass fig 156 Carefully remove the glass levering it to avoid possible damage To replace the lamps Pull the lamps outwards To remove the central lamp hold and press to one side Assembly...

Page 223: ...ks into place Jump starting Jump leads The jump lead must have a sufficient wire cross section If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery the battery can be connected to the battery...

Page 224: ...ds in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment Starting 6 Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let it run at idling speed...

Page 225: ...could result in an explosion Observe the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the jump leads Do not connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the negative terminal of the...

Page 226: ...ng The vehicle being towed can easily collide with the towing vehicle Caution When tow starting fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it Towing eyes Please observe the following points i...

Page 227: ...switched on to prevent the steering wheel from locking and also to allow the use of the turn signals horn windscreen wipers and washers As the brake servo does not work if the engine is not running y...

Page 228: ...If and when 226 Rear towline anchorage At the rear on the right below the rear bumper is a towline point...

Page 229: ...installed in the vehicle The figures may be different if additional equipment is fitted for different models for special vehicles and for other countries Abbreviations used in this paragraph of the Te...

Page 230: ...he data sticker is placed on the inside of the spare wheel recess in the luggage compartment The following information can be found in the vehicle information fig 160 This information also figures in...

Page 231: ...fy a real istic test method based on normal everyday driving The following test conditions are applied Note Actual consumption may vary from quoted test values depending on personal driving style road...

Page 232: ...e different in other coun tries All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data Drawbar load The maximum permitted weight exerted by the trailer drawbar on the ball joint of...

Page 233: ...f the wheel bolts should be checked as soon as possible with a torque wrench The tight ening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm WARNING Check the tyre pressure at least once per month Correct...

Page 234: ...il filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Battery Windscreen washer fluid container The checking and replenishment of the service fluids are carried out on the components mentioned above These operations ar...

Page 235: ...ession 10 5 0 3 Fuel Super 95 RONa Normal 91 RONa b a Research Octane Number Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol b With a slight power loss Maximum speed in km h 171 Acceleration from 0 8...

Page 236: ...es Power output in kW bhp rpm 63 86 5000 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 132 3600 No of cylinders capacity in cm 3 4 1390 Compression 10 5 0 3 Fuel Super 95 RONa Normal 91 RONb a Research Octane Number Me...

Page 237: ...weight front in kg 840 Gross axle weight rear in kg 800 Permitted roof load in kg 75 With no brakes gradients up to 12 500 With brakes gradients up to 12 800 Approximate engine oil capacity with oil f...

Page 238: ...eleration from 0 100 km h in sec 15 9 Gross vehicle weight in kg 1623 Weight in working order with driver in kg 1182 Gross axle weight front in kg 847 Gross axle weight rear in kg 830 Permitted roof l...

Page 239: ...0 Compression 10 5 Fuel Super 98 RON Super 95 RONa b a Research Octane Number Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol b Slight power loss Maximum speed in km h 193 Acceleration from 0 80 km h...

Page 240: ...rpm 153 3800 No of cylinders capacity in cm 3 4 1598 Compression 10 5 0 2 Fuel 95 super RONa a Research Octane Number Measure of the predetonation power of the petrol Maximum speed in km h 195 Accele...

Page 241: ...2 550 With brakes gradients up to 12 1000 Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4 0 litres Power output in kW bhp rpm 51 70 4000 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 195 2200 No of cylinders c...

Page 242: ...Gross axle weight rear in kg 840 Permitted roof load in kg 75 With no brakes gradients up to 12 600 With brakes gradients up to 12 1200 Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 3 8 litr...

Page 243: ...ation from 0 80 km h in sec 8 9 Acceleration from 0 100 km h in sec 13 2 Gross vehicle weight in kg 1662 Weight in working order with driver in kg 1219 Gross axle weight front in kg 887 Gross axle wei...

Page 244: ...n 19 Fuel Min 51 CNa a Cetane Number cetane index Measure of the combustion power of the diesel Maximum speed in km h 192 Acceleration from 0 80 km h in sec 7 6 Acceleration from 0 100 km h in sec 11...

Page 245: ...bhp rpm 96 131 4000 Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 310 1900 No of cylinders capacity in cm 3 4 1896 Compression 19 Fuel Min 51CZa a Cetane Number cetane index Measure of the combustion power of the diese...

Page 246: ...Technical Data 244 Trailer weights Engine oil capacity With no brakes gradients up to 12 600 With brakes gradients up to 12 1200 Engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4 3 litres...

Page 247: ...ircle 10 54 m Track widtha a This data will change depending on the type of wheel rim Front Rear 1 435 mm 1 424 mm 1 419 mm 1 408 mm Capacities Fuel tank 45 litres reserve 7 litres Windscreen washer f...

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Page 249: ...p 62 Ambient temperature display 55 57 Anti freeze 182 Anti lock brake system 144 Warning lamp 64 Anti theft alarm system 80 Switching off 81 Anti theft wheel bolts 200 Aquaplaning 193 Athermic windsc...

Page 250: ...king battery electrolyte level 189 Checking engine oil level 180 Child safety 42 Child seat 44 Categorisation in groups 44 Group 1 45 Group 2 45 Group 3 45 Groups 0 and 0 44 Safety notes 43 Securing 4...

Page 251: ...nment 156 With a trailer 155 with a trailer 154 Driving abroad 149 Headlights 150 Driving economically 156 Driving safety 8 Driving with respect for the environment 156 Duplicate keys 77 Dust filter 1...

Page 252: ...engine compartment 232 Glove compartment 108 Glow plug system 132 warning lamp 63 H Handbrake 138 Warning lamp 65 138 Hazard warning lights 91 head restraints Adjusting 103 104 adjustment of the head...

Page 253: ...ies 179 One touch opening and closing Electric windows 85 Opening and locking 83 Overview Control lamps 60 Instrument panel 51 Instruments 52 Warning lamps 60 P Paintwork Polishing 161 Waxing 160 Park...

Page 254: ...ning lamp 16 Seat belts 16 adjustment 21 Incorrectly fastened 25 Not worn 19 Safety notes 20 Warning lamp 16 Seat belts protect 20 Seat heating 106 Seats 16 Selective opening 72 Semiautomatic air cond...

Page 255: ...ure 191 Tyre pressures 230 Tyre repair kit 197 203 Tyres and wheels Dimensions 193 Tyres service life 192 Tyres tread depth 192 Tyres with directional tread pattern 191 U Underbody sealant 163 USB con...

Page 256: ...27 Windows 84 Windscreen 98 Windscreen defrosting 117 Windscreen wiper blades Cleaning 162 Windscreen wipers 96 Changing blades 186 Winter driving Diesel engine 175 Winter tyres 194 Wiper wash automa...

Page 257: ...k All texts illustrations and standards in this handbook are based on the status of information at the time of printing Except for error or omission the information included in the current handbook is...

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