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Cockpit

Information messages displayed on the screen*

Message

Description

SERVICE

The service interval has ended. Take the vehicle to a Techni-
cal Service.

IMMOBILIS-

Immobiliser system active. The vehicle will not start. Take
the vehicle to a Technical Service.

ERROR

Instrument panel faulty. Take the vehicle to a Technical Serv-
ice.

CLEAN AIR

FILTER

Warning: Clean the air filter.

NO KEY

Warning: Correct key cannot be found in the vehicle.

KEY BATTERY

Warning: Key battery low. Change the battery.

CLUTCH

Warning: Press the clutch to start. In vehicles with manual
gearbox and Start-Stop system.

--> P/N

Warning: Place the selector level in P/N to start. Only in ve-
hicles with automatic gearbox.

--> P

Warning: Place the selector lever in position P to stop the
engine.

STARTING

Warning: The engine starts automatically. Start-Stop system
activated.

START MAN-

UALLY

Warning: The engine must be started manually. Start-Stop
system activated.

ERROR

START-STOP

Warning: Start-Stop system error.

START-STOP

IMPOSSIBLE

Warning: Although the Start-Stop system is switched on, the
engine cannot be stopped automatically. Not all the neces-
sary conditions are met.

START-STOP

ACTIVE

Warning: Start-Stop system activated. Vehicle in Stop mode.

SWITCH OFF

Warning: Start-Stop system activated. Switch off the ignition
when you leave the vehicle.

STOP TRANS-

MISSION
TOO HOT

Warning: Stop the engine. Gearbox overheated.

BRAKE

Warning: To start the engine, press the brake pedal. Only in
vehicles with automatic gearbox.

COASTING
FUNCTION

Warning: Coasting mode active. Transmission engaged. On-
ly in vehicles with automatic gearbox.

CHECK SAFE-

LOCK

Notification of central locking function activated.

These messages may vary according the version of the vehicle model.

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Fuel level/reserve



This symbol lights up to indicate that the fuel tank is under
the reserve level.

It lights up when only 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank. You will also hear
an

audible warning

. It reminds you to fuel up the fuel tank as soon as possi-

ble

⇒

page 219.

The instrument panel displays the following message

PLEASE REFUEL!



Depending on the version of the model.

Safety First

Operating Instructions

Practical Tips

Technical Specifications

Summary of Contents for Altea 2014

Page 1: ...5P8012003HH Ingl s 5P8012003HH 07 12 GT9 ALTEA FREETRACK Owner s manual ALTEA FREETRACK Ingl s 07 12...

Page 2: ...Los textos las ilustraciones y las normas de este manual se basan en el estado de la informaci n en el momento de la realizaci n de la impresi n Salvo error u omisi n la informaci n recogida en el pr...

Page 3: ...e Besides the regular care and maintenance of the vehicle its correct handling will help preserve its value For safety reasons always note the information concerning accessories modifications and part...

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Page 5: ...ts and visibility 113 Lights 113 Interior lights 121 Visibility 123 Windscreen wipers 124 Rear vision mirrors 128 Seats and storage 131 The importance of correct seat adjustment 131 Head restraints 13...

Page 6: ...4 Vehicle battery 236 Wheels and tyres 239 Wheels 239 If and when 248 Vehicle tools tyre repair kit and spare wheel 248 Wheel change 250 Tyre repair kit Tyre Mobility System 255 Fuses 258 Bulb change...

Page 7: ...direction indications left right front rear appearing in this manual re fer to the normal forward working direction of the vehicle except when oth erwise indicated The equipment marked with an asteri...

Page 8: ...tc 2 Operating instructions Information about the distribution of controls in the driver position of your vehicle about the seat adjustment possibilities about how to create a suit able climate in the...

Page 9: ...of injury in the event of acci dent Never put your safety or the safety of your passengers in danger In the event of an accident the safety equipment may reduce the risk of injury The following list i...

Page 10: ...rfere with the pedals Adjust front seat head restraint and rear vision mirrors properly according to your size Ensure that the passengers in the rear seats always have the head restraints in the in us...

Page 11: ...avelling long distances take breaks regularly at least every two hours If possible avoid driving when you are tired or stressed WARNING When driving safety is impaired during a trip the risk of injury...

Page 12: ...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 driver seat forwards or backwards so that you are able t...

Page 13: ...tilted far back The airbag system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when the backrest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her seat belt correctly The further t...

Page 14: ...belt properly The further the seat backrests are tilted to the rear the greater the risk of injury due to incor rect positioning of the belt web or to the incorrect sitting position Adjust the head re...

Page 15: ...he head restraints removed or improperly adjusted increases the risk of severe injuries Incorrectly adjusted head restraints could result in death in the event of a collision or accident Incorrectly a...

Page 16: ...uld also be triggered if a vehicle occupant ap plies a high level of pressure to the seat backrest e g by falling back into the seat when entering the vehicle or if pressure is applied to a front seat...

Page 17: ...to severe injuries to ve hicle occupants Seat belts can provide optimal protection only when the belt webs are properly positioned Incorrect sitting positions substantially re duce the protective func...

Page 18: ...r mats which leave the pedal area free and can be securely fas tened on the footwell If a brake circuit fails the brake pedal must be pressed down thoroughly in order to stop the vehicle Wearing suita...

Page 19: ...ard injuring vehicle occupants or passers by This increased risk of injury will be further increased if a loose object is struck by an inflating airbag If this happens objects can be transformed into...

Page 20: ...nd the weight of the ob ject The most significant factor however is the speed of the vehicle Example An object weighing 4 5 kg is lying unsecured in the vehicle Dur ing a frontal collision at a speed...

Page 21: ...these people can also sustain severe injuries if they are not wearing their seat belts properly Number of seats Your vehicle has five seats two in the front and three in the rear Each seat is equippe...

Page 22: ...nel lights up1 if the driver has not fastened his her seat belt and an audible warning is heard if the vehicle is driven at more than 30 km h 20 mph The warning lamp is switched off if the driver seat...

Page 23: ...the vehicle and the weight of the vehicle and its passengers The higher the speed and the greater the weight the more energy there is to be released in an accident The most significant factor however...

Page 24: ...ion unbelted vehicle occupants are thrown forward and will make violent contact with the steering wheel dash panel windscreen or whatever else is in the way Fig 9 The airbag system is not a substitute...

Page 25: ...every trip even when just driving around the corner Ensure that your passengers wear their seat belts as well Accident statistics have shown that wearing seat belts is an effective means of substanti...

Page 26: ...to rub on any sharp edges Never wear the seat belt under the arm or in any other incorrect posi tion Loose bulky clothing such as an overcoat over a jacket impairs the proper fit and function of the...

Page 27: ...led slowly However during sudden braking during travel in steep areas or bends and during acceleration the automatic retractor on the shoulder belt is locked The automatic belt retractors on the front...

Page 28: ...height adjustment for the front seats front seat height adjustment WARNING An incorrectly worn seat belt can cause severe injuries in the event of an accident The shoulder part of the seat belt must l...

Page 29: ...seat and push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click Pull the belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely engaged in the buckle WARNING An incorrectly worn seat belt can cause...

Page 30: ...rectly fastened seat belts Incorrectly worn seat belts can cause severe or even mortal injuries Seat belts can provide optimal protection only if the belt web is properly worn The seat belts must be f...

Page 31: ...he belt tensioners are components of the seat belts that are installed in the seats of your vehicle If you work on the belt tensioners or remove and install parts of the system when performing other r...

Page 32: ...ay 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 collision an...

Page 33: ...eat is secured to the front passenger seat the risk to the child of sustaining critical or fatal injuries in the event of an accident in creases Never secure a rear facing child seat to the front pass...

Page 34: ...there is no fault WARNING If there is a malfunction the airbag and belt tensioner system cannot properly perform its protective function If a malfunction occurred have the system checked immediately b...

Page 35: ...components for other repairs such as repairs to the steering wheel should be performed only by a specialised workshop Specialised work shops have the necessary tools repair information and qualified...

Page 36: ...integral part of the vehicle s overall passive safety system Please bear in mind that the airbag system can only work effectively when the vehicle occupants are wearing their seat belts correctly and...

Page 37: ...ed front air bags 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 accident the front curtain and si...

Page 38: ...s This is normal and it is not an indication of fire in the vehicle Airbag covers when the frontal airbags are triggered Fig 21 Airbag covers reacting when the front airbags are triggered The airbag c...

Page 39: ...is a sub stantially increased risk of injury This increased risk of injury will be fur ther increased if you are struck by an inflating airbag Never let a child travel on the front seat without an ap...

Page 40: ...assive safety system Please bear in mind that the airbag system can only work effectively when the occupants are wearing their seat belts Therefore it is most important to wear the seat belts at all t...

Page 41: ...trigger correctly Operation of side airbags Inflated airbags can reduce the risk of head or chest injury in many side impact collisions Fig 23 Inflated side air bag on left side of vehicle In some sid...

Page 42: ...fitted over seats with side airbags unless the covers have been approved for use in your vehicle Because the airbag is triggered from the side of the backrest the use of non approved seat covers would...

Page 43: ...ease bear in mind that the airbag system can only work effectively when the vehicle occupants are wearing their seat belts correctly and have adjusted the head restraints properly Therefore it is most...

Page 44: ...l and it is not an indication of fire in the vehicle The fully deployed airbags cushion the movement of the front occupants and help to reduce the risk of injury to the upper body The special design o...

Page 45: ...irbag components for other repairs such as removal of the roof lin ing should only be performed by a specialised workshop Otherwise faults may occur during the airbag system operation Do not attempt t...

Page 46: ...he front passenger airbag is deactivated only the front air bag is deactivated All the other airbags in the vehicle remain acti vated Deactivating the front passenger front airbag Switch the ignition...

Page 47: ...assenger front airbag when the ignition is off otherwise a fault may occur in the airbag system which could cause the airbag to not deploy properly or not deploy at all WARNING Continued When the fron...

Page 48: ...safety products from the SEAT Original Ac cessories Programme which includes systems for all ages made by Peke1 These systems have been especially designed and approved complying with the ECE R44 regu...

Page 49: ...ehicle occupants If children assume an improper sitting position when the vehicle is moving they expose themselves to greater risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or in an acciden...

Page 50: ...s A suitable child seat and a correctly adjusted seat belt can help you to protect your child Fig 28 A group 0 rear facing child seat fitted on the rear seat Group 0 For babies up to about 9 months ol...

Page 51: ...fety notes on using child seats on page 47 Group 2 and 3 child seats A suitable child seat and a correctly adjusted seat belt can help you to protect your child Fig 30 Forward facing child seat instal...

Page 52: ...seat belt must lie close to the upper part of the body 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 53: ...nt systems for use in this mass group Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible as high as pos sible and always disable the airbag WARNING When travelling children must be secured in the v...

Page 54: ...rely If the child seat is equipped with Top Tether anchor points secure it to the corre spondent ring Fig 32 Observe the manufacturer s instruc tions Pull on both sides of the child seat to ensure tha...

Page 55: ...kg Forward facing Group III 22 to 36 kg Forward facing Suitable for ISOFIX universal child restraint systems approved for use in this mass group ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint...

Page 56: ...54 Cockpit Fig 33 Dash panel...

Page 57: ...e multifunction display 124 62 Left seat heating button 135 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Controls for Heating and ventilation 154 Climatic 156 Climatronic 159 Radio Navigator Right seat heating button 135...

Page 58: ...ng the front windows 108 Safety switch for the rear windows 108 Control for opening and closing the rear windows 108 Note Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certain model ve...

Page 59: ...anel instrument panel Detailed view of the dash panel instrument panel Fuel gauge page 58 Multifunction display Engine coolant temperature gauge page 58 Rev counter page 59 Time adjustment button trip...

Page 60: ...engine coolant tem perature gauge Needle in cold zone A Avoid high engine speeds and heavy engine loads Fig 36 Needle in normal zone B In normal driving conditions the needle should be in the middle...

Page 61: ...ot reach the red zone The start of the red zone on the dial is different for some engine versions For the sake of the environment Changing up into higher gears sooner following the recommended gear in...

Page 62: ...val display 1 2 3 Displayed categories The display on the instrument panel shows the mileage and trip recorder as well as the selector lever position Fig 38 Digital instru ment panel display Clock Set...

Page 63: ...the dates of services that include engine oil change The dates of all other services such as Inspection Serv ice or brake fluid change appear in the sticker on the door pillar or in the Maintenance P...

Page 64: ...ted 500 km 300 miles after the last service Until that time only dashes are displayed Note If you reset the display manually the next service interval will be indica ted after 15 000 km 10 000 miles o...

Page 65: ...ithin two hours of switching off the ignition 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...

Page 66: ...time which has elapsed since the ignition was switched on The maximum display value in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been reache...

Page 67: ...in the display on procedures or will be asked to carry out certain tasks Note In the case of screens without warning or information messages faults are indicated exclusively by the control lamps Warni...

Page 68: ...own as a reminder at the side of the display Priority 2 warning messages will not be shown until all Priority 1 warning messages have been dealt with Examples of priority 2 warning messages yellow 1 F...

Page 69: ...dea if you are for example using winter tyres which are not suited for the top speed of the vehicle 1 Open the main menu with the MFI lever Switch the ignition on Hold down button B for two seconds to...

Page 70: ...he button to switch the speed warning on or off If the speed warn ing is deactivated three dashes will be displayed 6 To close the menu Winter tyres In the menu select Back The function Winter tyres s...

Page 71: ...ines Press button A to select the entry Example of menu use page 67 Main menu Function Multifunction dis play Change to the multifunction display MFI Multi function display MFI Audio This menu display...

Page 72: ...em Note For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be displayed Multifunction display menu MFI The multifunction display MFI shows you information on the journey and fuel con...

Page 73: ...m display value in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been reached Current fuel consumption in l 100 km or l h The display will show...

Page 74: ...ehicle status menu This menu shows warning or information texts Open Vehicle Condition menu Select the option Vehicle status from the main menu Main menu and press button OK on the windscreen wiper le...

Page 75: ...el speed The instrument panel also displays the speed in another different unit of measurement mph or km h to that given on the speedometer Inter Service Consult service messages and reset service in...

Page 76: ...enus will be displayed Lights and visibility menu From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle lighting settings Open Lights and visibility Menu Select the option Configuration from the main...

Page 77: ...75 Cockpit Note For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be displayed Safety First Operating Instructions Practical Tips Technical Specifications...

Page 78: ...ng lamps The control lamps indicate a number of different functions and possible faults Fig 49 Instrument panel warning and control lamps Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on...

Page 79: ...disabled page 29 page 32 Item Symbol Meaning of control and warning lamps Further infor mation 15 Bulb defective page 84 16 Brake fluid required or brake system fault page 84 17 Red Engine oil pressur...

Page 80: ...everal priority 1 faults are detected at the same time the symbols will be displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will contin ue until the fault is corrected No menus will be...

Page 81: ...SSIBLE Warning Although the Start Stop system is switched on the engine cannot be stopped automatically Not all the neces sary conditions are met START STOP ACTIVE Warning Start Stop system activated...

Page 82: ...olant level too low The instrument panel displays the following message1 STOP CHECK COOL ANT INSTRUCTION MANUAL First look at the coolant temperature gauge If the needle is in the normal range top up...

Page 83: ...headlights This control lamp lights up when the main beams are on The warning lamp is switched on once main beams are on or once the headlight flasher is operating For further information see page 119...

Page 84: ...sible fault in the brake system WARNING Before opening the bonnet read and observe the warnings on page 222 Working in the engine compartment If the brake system warning lamp should light up together...

Page 85: ...orkshop Tyre pressure The tyre pressure control system controls the tyre speed and the frequency spectrum of each tyre Fig 50 Centre console tyre monitor system but ton The tyre control lamp1 compares...

Page 86: ...e driver is responsible for maintaining correct tyre pressures For this reason tyre pressure must be regularly checked Under certain circumstances for example when driving in a sports like manner in w...

Page 87: ...ressure is too low If this warning symbol starts to flash and is accompanied by three audible warnings switch off the engine and check the oil level If necessary add more oil page 225 The instrument p...

Page 88: ...rom a specialised workshop immediately as the steering assistance is not working in this case you should not keep driving Stop the vehicle and seek technical assis tance The power steering does not wo...

Page 89: ...lit when the ASR is disconnected when pressing the switch Differential lock fault EDL The EDL operates along with the ABS in vehicles equipped with the Electronic Stability Control ESC A malfunction...

Page 90: ...ates the electronic immobiliser au tomatically when the key is inserted into the ignition The electronic immo biliser will be activated again automatically as soon as you pull the key out of the ignit...

Page 91: ...n module Audio version to control the available audio functions from the steering wheel Audio Telephone version to control the available audio functions and the telephone system from the steering whee...

Page 92: ...orward No function specified D Search for last station Previous track Hold down Rewind No function specified E No function specified No function specified No function specified F Silence Pause Silence...

Page 93: ...perates on instrument panel L b Change source Change source Change source Operates on instrument panel Operates on instrument panel Operates on instrument panel a Only if the panel is in Audio menu b...

Page 94: ...revious option in the menu list selection shown on instru ment panelb H Previous preseta Previous tracka No function specified Next option in the menu list selection shown on instru ment panelb I Chan...

Page 95: ...E A Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up Volume up B Volume down Volume down Volume down Volume down Volume down C Search for next station Next track Hold down Fast forward No function specified No...

Page 96: ...presetb Next trackb No function specified Operates on instrument panel Operates on instrument panel No function speci fied H Previous presetb Previous trackb No function specified Operates on instrume...

Page 97: ...hildren or disabled persons in the vehicle In case of emergency they may not be able to leave the vehicle or manage on their own Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle A locked vehicle...

Page 98: ...e vehicle is locked without activating the deadlock The driver door warning lamp flashes for approx two seconds and then goes out After approx 30 seconds it starts flashing again The doors can be unlo...

Page 99: ...when the vehicle is running the door would open Automatic locking system for involuntary unlocking It is an anti theft system and prevents the unintentional un locking of the vehicle If the vehicle is...

Page 100: ...ny of the rear doors the vehicle locks and the keys remain inside it All doors can be locked separately from inside the vehicle Do this by pulling the door release lever once WARNING If the vehicle is...

Page 101: ...doors Replace the cap and close the door Once the door has been closed it can no longer be opened from the outside Unlocking the manually emergency locked driver door Insert the key in the door lock c...

Page 102: ...open the door in which you wish to acti vate the childproof lock With the door open rotate the groove in the door using the igni tion key clockwise for the left hand side doors and anticlock wise for...

Page 103: ...o leave the vehicle or manage on their own An uncontrolled use of the key could start the engine or activate any electric equipment e g electric windows causing risk of accident The doors can be locke...

Page 104: ...lid Press button Fig 62 3 until all the turn signals on the vehicle flash briefly When the unlocking button 3 is pressed you have 2 minutes to open the door Once this time has passed it will lock agai...

Page 105: ...ed if the unlock button is pressed by mistake If the vehicle cannot be opened and closed using the radio frequency re mote control the remote control key will have to be re synchronised page 103 Chang...

Page 106: ...his is done as follows Unfold the key by pressing the button shown by the arrow Use the lock on the driver door to unlock the vehicle The anti theft alarm system remains active but an alarm is not tri...

Page 107: ...WARNING The Safe security system remains deactivated if the volumetric sen sor is deactivated For those vehicles in which a separation screen is fitted the alarm will not function correctly due to int...

Page 108: ...he rear lid by one of the two handles on the interior lining and close it pushing slightly This system may or may not be operative depending on the situation of the vehicle If the rear lid is locked t...

Page 109: ...es Close and lock both the rear lid and all the other doors when you are not using the vehicle Closing the rear lid without observing and ensuring it is clear could cause serious injury to you and to...

Page 110: ...the rear doors Button for window in rear left door Button for window in rear right door Safety switch Safety switch 3 on the driver door can be used to disable the electric win dow buttons in the rea...

Page 111: ...ows to the desired position One touch closing does not work when the ignition has been switched off even if the key is in the ignition The automatic open and close function will not work if the batter...

Page 112: ...cy Note The roll back function is deactivated if the windows are closed from the out side of the vehicle using the ignition key for convenience closing page 110 Convenience opening and closing Using...

Page 113: ...ing sunroof Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle WARNING Continued Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle particularly if they have access to the keys Unsup...

Page 114: ...oll back function does not prevent fingers getting pinched against the roof opening The sliding tilting sunroof stops and opens again immediately if it is obstructed when closing If the sliding tiltin...

Page 115: ...lights Pull the light switch from position to the last stop A control lamp lights up in the instrument panel WARNING Never drive with just the side lights on Risk of accident The side lights are not b...

Page 116: ...off when the continuous or intermittent wipe is switched off for some minutes page 126 When the automatic dipped light control is connected but the dipped lights are off the warning lamp lights up on...

Page 117: ...ghts will go off When the automatic dipped light control switches off the dipped lights e g on coming out of the tunnel the daytime lights come back on Activating the daytime lights With the ignition...

Page 118: ...d for the delay in switching off the lights after all the vehicle doors and the rear lid have been closed If 30 seconds after being connected any doors or the rear lid remain open If the light switch...

Page 119: ...or Headlight range control 2 By using the electrical headlight range control 2 you can adjust the head light range to the load level that is being carried in the vehicle This way it is possible to avo...

Page 120: ...o a specialised workshop and have the fault repaired WARNING If the automatic dipped beam control is switched on the dipped beam headlights will not be switched on in fog They should be switched on ma...

Page 121: ...h off automatically when the vehicle starts to move again WARNING The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down Always use the hazard warning lights and a warning triangle to draw the...

Page 122: ...instrument panel The control lamp flashes when the turn signals are operated provided a trailer is correctly attached and connected to the vehicle If a turn signal bulb is de fective the control lamp...

Page 123: ...e If not all the vehicle doors are closed the interior lights will be switched off after approx 10 minutes providing the ignition key has been removed and the courtesy light position selected This pre...

Page 124: ...en removed and the courtesy light position selected This prevents the battery from dis charging Front reading lights Fig 78 Interior roof trim front reading lights type 1 Fig 79 Interior roof trim fro...

Page 125: ...ing the doors The interior lights are switched off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is switched on Interior lights or both reading lights switched on Turn the control to position 5 Note...

Page 126: ...nd hook it onto the hooks at the top of the door frame Fig 82 Windscreen wipers Front windscreen wipers The window wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers and the automatic wash and wipe Fig 83 Win...

Page 127: ...se freeze on the wind screen and obscure your view of the road Always note the corresponding warnings on page 232 Changing windscreen wiper blades CAUTION In icy conditions always check that the wiper...

Page 128: ...gnition is switched on depending upon the outside temperature Rain sensor The rain sensor controls the frequency of the windscreen wiper intervals depending on the amount of rain Fig 84 Rain sensor Fi...

Page 129: ...4 sec onds and then in intervals again Release the lever The washer system stops and the wipers function WARNING Worn and dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and safety levels while driving Always n...

Page 130: ...ror position the lever at the bottom edge of the rear vision mirror should be at the front Pull the lever to the back to select the anti dazzle function Automatic anti dazzle interior mirror The autom...

Page 131: ...at you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle Heating the exterior mirrors Turn the knob forwards to the central position 1 so that the heated rear view mirrors warm up and the heated windscreen...

Page 132: ...back the mirrors Risk of injury For the sake of the environment The exterior mirror heating should be switched off when it is no longer nee ded Otherwise it is an unnecessary fuel waste Note If the e...

Page 133: ...um protection WARNING Continued Always keep your feet on the footwell when the vehicle is moving never rest them on the dash panel out of the window or on the seat This is also applied to passengers A...

Page 134: ...he same level as the top of your head or as close as possible to the same level as the top of your head at least at eye level Fig 89 and Fig 90 Adjusting the head restraints page 133 WARNING Travellin...

Page 135: ...ment front seats Press the head restraint forward or back to the required posi tion Removing the head restraint Push the head restraint up as far as it will go Press the button Fig 91 arrow Pull head...

Page 136: ...becomes more or less acute In this way it adapts to the nat ural curvature of the spine WARNING Never adjust the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in motion While adjusting your sea...

Page 137: ...t heating Press once to set seat heating at maximum level level 3 Press twice to set seat heating at medium level level 2 Press three times to set seat heating at minimum level level 1 When the button...

Page 138: ...Fig 96 1 in the direction of the arrow and hold the loop in this position Push the backrest to the required position and release the loop WARNING Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stationary Ot...

Page 139: ...ons the locking system loops on the seats may not be used to secure any items Lifting the seat backrests Fig 98 Folding or open ing the rear seat backrest Pull the loop on the side of the seat Fig 98...

Page 140: ...s a storage compartment in the armrest Fig 100 Front armrest with storage compart ment To open the storage compartment lift the armrest up in the di rection of the arrow Fig 100 and then lift the cove...

Page 141: ...den braking or an acci dent Folding tray Folding trays are fitted to the rear of the front seat backrests Fig 102 Folding tray on the front left seat To open the tray open it up in the direction of th...

Page 142: ...ays keep the storage compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in motion to reduce the risk of injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the event of an accident and to prevent any items from...

Page 143: ...te Do not exceed the maximum authorised weight for the vehicle page 281 Luggage compartment net There is a storage net in the luggage compartment for secur ing objects Fig 106 Luggage com partment net...

Page 144: ...able to use the brake clutch or accelerator Risk of accident Clothing hung on the coat hooks must not restrict the driver s view Risk of accident The coat hooks are intended only for use with light ar...

Page 145: ...r To open pull the loop in the direction of the arrow Fig 108 1 To close lift the Drink holder armrest in the direction of the arrow Fig 109 2 WARNING Ensure that the load in the luggage compartment i...

Page 146: ...ea Push the plate until it clips the cushion frame The rings of the mobile storage compartment mounting plate appear at the front of the seat If it is difficult to make the plate clip tilt the rear ba...

Page 147: ...e side may be used for keeping papers and maga zines The tables may be used as a support for writing To use the table C Fig 113 it must be removed from its compartment in the side of the mobile storag...

Page 148: ...s not in use store inside the storage compartment When the mobile storage compartment is not in use it should always be fastened by the storage net in the luggage compartment Note Check that the mobil...

Page 149: ...erious injuries or start a fire Using the lighter carefully Carelessness or negligence when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns and serious injuries The lighter only works when the ignition is...

Page 150: ...gnition is on or when the engine is running Improper use of the sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a fire To avoid the risk of injury never leave children alone in...

Page 151: ...concerning the use of this equipment please see the Radio handbook First aid kit warning triangle fire extinguisher Warning triangle and first aid kit The warning triangle and the first aid kit may be...

Page 152: ...y equipment see the instruc tions in page 217 Luggage compartment Storing objects All luggage must be securely stowed Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles well at all time...

Page 153: ...Removing the rear shelf Using the rear shelf Use the handle A to pull the shelf back until you hear a click Fig 121 Press the area marked PRESS and the cover is retrieved auto matically To remove the...

Page 154: ...n net Pull the net from underneath between the backrest and the fold ing tray and fit it to the slots in the roof first the right then the left Fig 123 Hook the belts into the front fastening rings to...

Page 155: ...eight of the vehicle be exceeded See the Technical Data section When transporting heavy or large objects on the roof any change in the normal vehicle behaviour due to a change in the centre of gravity...

Page 156: ...ambient temperature Maximum heat output which is needed to defrost the windows quickly is only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature Heated rear window This function 2 will b...

Page 157: ...air flow can be set at four speeds with the control 5 The air flow should always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly WARNING For road safety all windows must be clear of ice snow and conden...

Page 158: ...system on off page 157 button Heated rear window The heating will be switched off auto matically approximately 20 minutes after switching on It can also be switched off beforehand by pushing the butt...

Page 159: ...r switch to one of the settings 1 4 Use the air distribution control to guide the flow of air in the re quired direction to the windscreen to the upper body to the footwell and to the windscreen and t...

Page 160: ...outside air from entering the vehicle interior for example when passing through a tunnel or in queuing traffic With low temperatures outside the air recirculation increases the effective ness of the...

Page 161: ...accident 2C Climatronic Controls The controls allow separate adjustment of air conditioner settings for the left and right Fig 129 On the dash panel 2C Climatronic controls The air conditioner control...

Page 162: ...or navi gator display button Upward air distribution button Central air distribution button Downward air distribution button Manual air recirculation mode button Heated rear window The heating will b...

Page 163: ...lly regulated so that a specified temperature is attained as quickly as possible and then maintained The temperature can be adjusted separately for the left and right sides of the vehicle interior Swi...

Page 164: ...hout the year Automatic mode is switched off whenever an adjustment is made using the buttons for the air distribution air flow or or the air recirculation button The temperature will continue to be r...

Page 165: ...lit the air conditioning system is on When the AC button is off LED off the air conditioning system is off When the AC button is off the air conditioning system is switched off to save fuel The temper...

Page 166: ...only the temperature but also the air humidity in the vehicle interior is reduced This improves comfort for the vehicle occupants and prevents misting of the windows when the ambient air humidity is...

Page 167: ...Do not smoke while air recirculation mode is on as smoke drawn into the air conditioning system leaves a residue on the evaporator producing a permanent unpleasant odour It is advisable to connect th...

Page 168: ...driver Adjust the driver seat to the correct position Push the lever under the steering column Fig 133 down Adjust the steering wheel until the correct position is set Fig 134 Then push the lever up a...

Page 169: ...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 inside of the rim In such cases...

Page 170: ...s Please refer to the corresponding warning notes on ESC in page 187 Intelligent technology Ignition lock Position of the ignition key Fig 136 Ignition key po sitions Ignition switched off steering lo...

Page 171: ...iliser The electronic immobiliser prevents unauthorised persons from driving the vehicle Inside the key there is a chip that deactivates the electronic immobiliser au tomatically when the key is inser...

Page 172: ...helps the engine reach oper ating temperature faster and reduces emissions Starting diesel engines The engine can only be started using a genuine SEAT key with its correct code Move the gearbox lever...

Page 173: ...the vehicle Turn the ignition key to position Fig 136 0 After switching the engine off the radiator fan may run on for up to 10 mi nutes It is also possible that the fan turns itself on once more if t...

Page 174: ...e pedal is pressed several times in a row The battery has been discharged excessively The Start Stop System is manually deactivated The windscreen de mist function is turned on The temperature of the...

Page 175: ...art Stop function is operating then the engine starts im mediately Switching the Start Stop function on manually Press the A Fig 137 located in the centre console The indi cator on the button will go...

Page 176: ...ssed down thoroughly in order to protect the gearbox The reverse lights switch on when the reverse gear is selected and the igni tion is on WARNING When the engine is running the vehicle will start to...

Page 177: ...on of a manual gearbox P R N D S Driving programmes The automatic gearbox DSG automatic gearbox has three programmes Fig 142 Programme se lection Selecting the economy programme This programme selects...

Page 178: ...cle Press and release the brake pedal at the same time press the button on the selector lever The lock is only activated when the vehicle is stopped or at a speed of less than 5 km h 3 mph At higher s...

Page 179: ...e steeper the gradient the lower the gear must be for effective engine braking For example if 3rd gear is used on a very steep gradient the en gine braking is insufficient and vehicle accelerates So t...

Page 180: ...eep the speed reduced CAUTION Never use the automatic gearbox to hold the vehicle stationary on a hill even for short periods as this may overheat the gearbox and cause dam age Apply the handbrake or...

Page 181: ...ging gears in the normal or sport programme using the steering wheel paddle levers If the paddle levers Fig 146 are used in the normal or sport programme the system switches temporarily to tiptronic m...

Page 182: ...amp turns off when the hand brake is released If you drive faster than 6 km h 4 mph with the handbrake on the following message will appear on the instrument panel display HANDBRAKE ON You will also h...

Page 183: ...d set the vehicle in motion for example by releasing the handbrake or the gearbox lever Depending on weather conditions it may become extremely hot or cold inside the vehicle This can be fatal Hill st...

Page 184: ...ndicates that there is a fault in the parking aid system If the fault continues until the ignition is turned off the audible warning of the fault will not be emitted every time the system is reactivat...

Page 185: ...ff the ac celerator WARNING It could be dangerous to use the cruise control system if it is not possible to drive at constant speed Do not use the cruise control system when driving in dense traffic o...

Page 186: ...for the cruise con trol Press the lower part SET of the rocker switch Fig 149 A once briefly when you have reached the speed you wish to set When you release the rocker switch the current speed is se...

Page 187: ...igh for the current road traffic or weather conditions Risk of accident Switching off cruise control temporarily Fig 151 Turn signal and main beam headlight lev er switch and rocker switch for the cru...

Page 188: ...system is completely turned off by moving the control B all the way to the right hand side OFF engaged or when the vehicle is stationary igni tion off Vehicles with automatic gearbox DSG automatic ge...

Page 189: ...Assist HBA is only included in vehicles with ESC In an emergency most drivers brake in time but not with maximum force This results in unnecessarily long braking distances This is when the brake assi...

Page 190: ...te the brake application Do not pump If you brake hard on a slippery road surface the best possible control is re tained as the wheels do not lock However ABS will not necessarily guarantee shorter br...

Page 191: ...ar or to the combination of wheels and tyres may affect the operation of the ABS and ASR XDS Driveshaft differential When taking a bend the driveshaft differential mechanism allows the outer wheel to...

Page 192: ...d be kept in mind particularly on slippery and wet roads and when towing a trailer Always adapt your driving style to suit the condition of the roads and the traffic situation The greater safety provi...

Page 193: ...driven wheels from spinning when the vehicle is accelerating page 188 All wheel drive On all wheel drive models the engine power is distributed to all four wheels General notes The all wheel drive sys...

Page 194: ...factors are for instance city traffic frequent short trips or hard driving with abrupt starts and stops Wet roads or road salt In certain conditions such as in heavy rain or after washing the vehicle...

Page 195: ...obstructed otherwise the brakes can overheat Power steering servotronic Power steering makes it easier to turn the steering wheel when the engine is running Power steering assists the driver by reduc...

Page 196: ...he steering wheel If the system is leaking or malfunctioning please take the vehicle to a specialised workshop as soon as possible The power steering system requires a special hydraulic fluid The con...

Page 197: ...t extent on the conditions under which the vehicle is operated and the way the vehicle is driven If you often drive in town traffic drive short distances or have a sporty driving style we recommend th...

Page 198: ...not let the fuel get too low in the tank For engine oil changes do not replenish with too much engine oil page 227 Topping up engine oil Never tow the vehicle to start it use jump leads if necessary p...

Page 199: ...als underneath the vehicle Oth erwise there is a risk of fire CAUTION Your vehicle is not designed to use biodiesel fuel Never under any cir cumstances refuel with biodiesel The use of biodiesel fuel...

Page 200: ...mproved fuel efficiency as well as maxi mum reliability and an enhanced resale value A badly serviced engine can consume up to 10 more fuel than necessary Avoid short journeys To reduce the consumptio...

Page 201: ...ISO 1043 ISO 11469 and ISO 1629 Choice of materials Nearly all materials used can be recycled Similar types of plastics grouped together for easy recycling Recycled materials used in manufacture Redu...

Page 202: ...ghts If you have to drive a right hand drive vehicle in a left hand drive country or vice versa the asymmetric dipped beam headlights will dazzle oncoming traffic To prevent dazzling you must apply st...

Page 203: ...s the actual weight of the laden vehicle plus the actual weight of the laden trailer When possible operate the trailer with the maximum permitted drawbar load on the ball joint of the towing bracket b...

Page 204: ...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 reduced...

Page 205: ...r of the vehicle Fig 154 Attachment points for towing bracket If a towing bracket is to be fitted after the vehicle is purchased this must be completed according to the instructions of the towing brac...

Page 206: ...your country must be observed e g the fitting of a separate control lamp Certain vehicle components e g the rear bumper must be removed and reinstalled The towing bracket securing bolts must be tighte...

Page 207: ...c Because of this they must always be kept closed in their original container Keep them out of the reach of chil dren Failure to comply could result in poisoning Always read and observe the instructio...

Page 208: ...n winter Dry the brakes by braking several times WARNING Water ice and salt on the brake system can reduce braking effectiveness Risk of accident CAUTION If an automatic car wash tunnel is used before...

Page 209: ...ressure cleaner Be particularly careful when using a high pressure cleaner Always observe the instructions for the high pressure cleaner particularly those concerning the pressure and the spraying dis...

Page 210: ...he paint page 208 Vehicle paint mainte nance CAUTION To prevent damage to the paintwork Do not use polishes and hard wax on painted parts with a matt finish or on plastic parts Do not polish your vehi...

Page 211: ...en wiper blades 2 Use window cleaner to clean the windscreen wiper blades Use a sponge or a cloth to remove stubborn dirt Rubber seals maintenance If rubber seals are well looked after they will not f...

Page 212: ...els require regular attention to preserve their appearance If road salt and brake dust are not often removed the aluminium finish will be im paired Always use an acid free detergent for alloy wheel ri...

Page 213: ...always observe the safety warnings page 222 Before opening the bonnet switch the engine off apply the hand brake firmly and always remove the key from the ignition Allow the engine to cool before you...

Page 214: ...Maintain and clean vehicle components according to the manufactur er s instructions Only use approved or recommended cleaning products CAUTION Cleaning products which contain solvents have a corrosiv...

Page 215: ...ssional cleaning company Cleaning the fabric on unheated seats non electrically adjustable seats and seats without airbag components Before using any cleaning products consult and keep in mind the in...

Page 216: ...op if you have any doubts on clean ing and maintaining the leather equipment in your vehicle Maintenance and treatment Nappa natural leather is delicate because it has no additional protective layer A...

Page 217: ...tral cleaning products to clean synthetic leather up holstery CAUTION Do not use solvents floor wax shoe cream stain removers or similar prod ucts on synthetic leather These will stiffen the material...

Page 218: ...belts it will not retract correctly into the automat ic belt retractor WARNING Do not use chemical cleaning agents on the seat belts as this can im pair the strength of the webbing Ensure that seat b...

Page 219: ...y equipment subsequently installed which has a direct effect on the driv er s control of the vehicle e g cruise control system or electronically con trolled suspension must be approved by SEAT and bea...

Page 220: ...tighten to avoid damage Mobile phones and two way radios First consult your Technical Service if you wish to use a mobile telephone or a two way radio with a transmitting power output in excess of 10...

Page 221: ...a click Turn the key in the lock without releasing the cap clockwise through 180 Remove the key and close the flap until it clicks into place The tank cap is secured with an anti loss attachment The t...

Page 222: ...irregular fuel supply could cause misfiring As a result unburnt fuel could enter the catalytic converter and cause damage For the sake of the environment Do not try to put in more fuel after the auto...

Page 223: ...dance with standard EN 590 or DIN 51628 is authorised and will not cause damage to the engine or the fuel system The diesel engine has been designed to be used exclusively with diesel fuel conforming...

Page 224: ...umables e g coolant engine oil spark plugs and batteries are under constant development SEAT provides a constant flow of information to the Technical Services concerning modifications For this reason...

Page 225: ...points Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system Ensure that jewellery loose clothing and long hair do not get trap ped in rotating engine parts Danger of death Before starting any work...

Page 226: ...e lever arrow and open the bonnet Release the bonnet stay and secure it in fixture designed for this in the bonnet WARNING Hot coolant can scald Never open the bonnet if you see steam smoke or coolant...

Page 227: ...the back of the Maintenance Programme booklet is PR QI6 this means that your vehicle has the LongLife service pro grammed If it lists the codes QI1 QI2 QI3 QI4 or QI7 the interval service is dependen...

Page 228: ...fication Petrol without flexible service in terval VW 502 00 VW 504 00 Petrol with flexible service interval LongLife VW 504 00 Diesel Engines without Particu late filter DPF VW 505 01 VW 506 01 VW 50...

Page 229: ...km 3000 miles For this reason the engine oil level must be checked at regular intervals preferably when filling the tank and before a journey WARNING Any work carried out in the engine compartment or...

Page 230: ...ange intervals are shown in the Maintenance Programme WARNING Only change the engine oil yourself if you have the specialist knowledge required Before opening the bonnet read and observe the warnings...

Page 231: ...TL VW 774 F G 12 red or G 11 green blue engine coolants will significantly reduce the anticorrosion protection and should therefore be avoided WARNING If there is not enough anti freeze in the coolant...

Page 232: ...again tightly The position of the coolant expansion reservoir is shown in the correspond ing engine compartment illustration page 281 Make sure that the coolant meets the required specifications page...

Page 233: ...h fluid from the windscreen washer fluid container in the engine compartment The reservoir is located on the right hand side of the engine compartment Plain water is not enough to clean the windscreen...

Page 234: ...rs will move to the serv ice position Changing the windscreen wiper blades Lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen Push the side buttons free the blade and pull in the direction of the arrow Fig 1...

Page 235: ...net could be damaged Note The windscreen wiper arms can be moved to the service position only when the bonnet is properly closed Changing the rear wiper blade A good rear wiper blade is essential for...

Page 236: ...ervals given in the serv ice schedule Fig 165 In the engine compartment Brake fluid reservoir cover Read off the fluid level at the transparent brake fluid reservoir It should always be between the MI...

Page 237: ...116 DOT 4 Using any other kind of brake fluid or one that is not of a high quality may affect operation of the brake system and reduce its effectiveness Never use a brake fluid if the container does...

Page 238: ...t avoid causing sparks and electro static charge Never short the battery terminals High energy sparks can cause injury A highly explosive mixture of gases is released when the battery is under charge...

Page 239: ...epending on the charge state and electrolyte level of the battery There are two different colours Black correct charge status Transparent clear yellow the battery must be replaced Contact a speci alis...

Page 240: ...50 73 This standard applies as of 2001 Before starting any work on the batteries you must read and observe the warnings in Warnings on handling the battery on page 236 For the sake of the environment...

Page 241: ...de this may indicate that one of the tyres is damaged The tyres should be checked immediately by a Techni cal Service Tyres with directional tread pattern An arrow on the tyre sidewall indicates the d...

Page 242: ...of accident For the sake of the environment Under inflated tyres will increase fuel consumption Tyre pressure monitoring The tyre pressure monitoring system constantly checks the pressure of the tyres...

Page 243: ...environment Under inflated tyres lead to increased fuel consumption and tyre wear Significant tyre pressure loss The tyre symbol is displayed and indicates that the tyre pressure of at least one tyre...

Page 244: ...ered in normal driving can cause them to become unbalanced which re sults in steering vibration Unbalanced wheels should be rebalanced as they otherwise cause exces sive wear on steering suspension an...

Page 245: ...km 50 miles and if the circumstances are fa vourable for example low load even more The damaged tyre should be changed as soon as possible The rim should be checked in a specialised workshop to detect...

Page 246: ...ther A knowledge of tyre designations makes it easier to choose the correct tyres Radial tyres have the tyre designations marked on the sidewall for example 195 65 R15 91T This contains the following...

Page 247: ...ly use the spare tyre for a short peri od of time and drive with extra care Refit the normal road wheel as soon as possible Wheel bolts Wheel bolts must be tightened to the correct torque The design o...

Page 248: ...ch country must be followed Do not have winter tyres fitted for unnecessarily long periods Vehicles with summer tyres handle better when the roads are free of snow and ice Q S T H If you have a flat t...

Page 249: ...out very quickly Note In some countries the speed limit for using snow chains is 50 km h 30 mph The legal requirements of the country should be followed We recommend that you ask your Technical Servi...

Page 250: ...ory supplied jack is only designed for changing wheels on this model On no account attempt to use it for lifting heavier vehicles or other loads Risk of injury Use the jack only on firm level ground W...

Page 251: ...eel The temporary spare wheel pressure for dimensions 125 70R16 125 70R18 135 90R16 is 4 2 bar for all other tyre dimensions please refer to the label on the fuel cap Fail ure to do so could result in...

Page 252: ...f the luggage compartment WARNING Put the hazard warning lights on and place the warning triangle in posi tion This is for your own safety and also warns other road users CAUTION If you have to change...

Page 253: ...o turn when changing a wheel they must be replaced before having the wheel bolt tight ening torque checked For safety reasons drive at moderate speeds until the wheel bolt tight ening torque has been...

Page 254: ...the steel rim so that it engages all round Loosening the wheel bolts The wheel bolts must be loosened before raising the vehicle Fig 170 Changing a wheel loosen the wheel bolts Loosening Fit the box...

Page 255: ...the arm of the jack is directly below the vertical rib under the door sill Align the jack so that the arm of the jack fits around the rib un der the door sill and the movable base plate of the jack i...

Page 256: ...e direc tion of the arrow Fig 173 Once the cover has been released it will remain connected to its strap so that is not lost Removing and fitting the wheel For removal and fitting the wheel the follow...

Page 257: ...at these tyres can give maximum grip and avoid excessive noise tread wear and aquaplaning If in an emergency you have to fit the spare wheel so it rotates in the wrong direction you must drive extreme...

Page 258: ...l it off like a piece of foil Observe the expiry date stated on the sealing compound can Have the sealing compound exchanged by a specialised workshop Seek professional assistance if the repair of a t...

Page 259: ...e into a 12 volt power socket Turn on compressor and monitor the pressure shown on the pressure gauge Completing the repair Remove the compressor hose from the valve Fit the valve cap Unplug the compr...

Page 260: ...ngine compartment Switch off the ignition and its failed electrical component Prise off the fuse cover in the engine compartment by pressing the tabs towards the centre of the cover Fig 176 Identify t...

Page 261: ...ould result in fire This could also cause damage to other parts of the electrical system Note If a newly replaced fuse blows again after a short time the electrical sys tem must be checked by a specia...

Page 262: ...t 20 Park Pilot parking aid Gear lever ESC switch board 10 21 Vacant Number Consumer Amps 22 Volumetric alarm sensor Alarm horn 5 23 Diagnosis Rain sensor Light switch 10 24 Trailer hook pre installat...

Page 263: ...compartment left part Fuses Number Consumer Amps 1 Windscreen wipers 20 2 DQ200 gearbox 30 3 Cable control unit 5 4 ABS 20 5 AQ gearbox 15 6 Instrument panel Steering column 5 7 Ignition key 40 Numbe...

Page 264: ...r road safety should be kept in the vehicle Main headlights H7 H1 W5W PY21W Xenon1 adaptive headlights D1S2 P21W SLL W5W PY21W Fog light H3 Fixed tail light P21W3 P21W Mobile rear lid light P21W P21W...

Page 265: ...vals that all lighting especially the exterior lighting on your vehicle is functioning properly This is not only in the inter est of your own safety but also that of all other road users Due to the di...

Page 266: ...ull Remove the bulb by pressing on the bulb holder and rotating at the same time to the left Installation involves the above steps in reverse sequence Dipped lights Fig 179 Dipped beam headlights Fig...

Page 267: ...Fig 181 Main beam headlights Fig 182 Main beam headlights Raise the bonnet Remove the cover Fig 181 C by pulling on this Remove connector Fig 182 1 from the bulb Press the spring Fig 182 2 inwards an...

Page 268: ...83 D by pulling on this Extract the bulb holder Fig 184 1 outwards Replace the bulb by pulling it out and inserting the replace ment Installation is done in the reverse order Tail lights On the body T...

Page 269: ...dy Open the cover of the luggage compartment side panel Fig 185 Turn the bulb holder to the left Fig 186 Remove the blown bulb and change it for a new one To refit follow the steps in reverse order ta...

Page 270: ...essing on the securing tabs and ex tract it outwards Remove the blown bulb and replace it with another To refit follow the steps in reverse order taking special care when fitting the bulb holder Fog l...

Page 271: ...e turn signal guide until it clicks into place First place the turn signal in the opening in the bodywork fixing the tabs Fig 189 arrow 1 Insert the bulb as shown by the arrow 2 Fig 189 Luggage compar...

Page 272: ...sing Fig 191 Registration light Fig 192 Number plate light Fig 193 Number plate light Unscrew the screws to remove the bulb Fig 192 Remove the bulb moving it in the direction of the arrow and outwards...

Page 273: ...se of a discharged battery the battery can be connected to the battery of another vehicle to start the engine Jump leads Jump leads must comply with standard DIN 72553 see cable manufactur er s instru...

Page 274: ...to the engine block or to the engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery However connect it to a point as far as possible from the battery A 3 For vehicles with Start Stop system Connect...

Page 275: ...result in an explosion WARNING Continued Never use jump leads when one of the batteries is frozen Danger of explosion Even after the battery has thawed battery acid could leak and cause chemical burns...

Page 276: ...hicle Drive slowly at first until the tow rope is taut Then accelerate gradually Begin and change gears cautiously If you are driving an auto matic vehicle accelerate gently Remember that the brake se...

Page 277: ...N Do not drive faster than 50 km h 30 mph Do not tow further than 50 km If a breakdown vehicle is used the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels raised Note Observe legal requirements when towi...

Page 278: ...ear of the vehicle Fitting the towline anchorage Take the towline anchorage from the on board tool set Remove the front cover by pressing down on its left hand side Remove the rear cover by pressing d...

Page 279: ...depending whether additional equipment is fit ted for different models for special vehicles and for other countries Abbreviations used in the Technical Specifications section Abbrevia tion Meaning kW...

Page 280: ...side of the engine compartment Vehicle data The data sticker is placed on the inside of the spare wheel well in the lug gage compartment and on the rear cover of the Maintenance Programme The followi...

Page 281: ...indicated for the vehicle Note In practice and considering all the factors mentioned here consumption values can differ from those calculated in the current European regulations Weights Kerb weight r...

Page 282: ...et e g with small empty and light weight single axle trailers or tandem axle trailers with a wheelbase of less than 1 metre a minimum of 4 of the actual trailer weight is legally required for the draw...

Page 283: ...ments Coolant expansion tank Windscreen washer reservoir Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Vehicle battery underneath the cover The checking and refilling of service flui...

Page 284: ...er loss Performance Maximum speed in km h mph 220 Acceleration from 0 80 km h 0 50 mph in sec 5 5 Acceleration from 0 100 km h 0 60 mph in sec 7 7 Weights Gross vehicle weight in kg 2150 Weight in run...

Page 285: ...h mph 218 Acceleration from 0 80 km h 0 50 mph in sec 5 3 Acceleration from 0 100 km h 0 60 mph in sec 7 6 Weights Gross vehicle weight in kg 2205 Weight in running order with driver in kg 1661 Gross...

Page 286: ...N Performance Maximum speed in km h mph 177 Acceleration from 0 80 km h 0 50 mph in sec 8 3 Acceleration from 0 100 km h 0 60 mph in sec 12 6 Weights Gross vehicle weight in kg 2049 Weight in running...

Page 287: ...93 Acceleration from 0 80 km h 0 50 mph in sec 6 9 Acceleration from 0 100 km h 0 60 mph in sec 10 2 Weights Gross vehicle weight in kg 2159 Weight in running order with driver in kg 1615 Gross front...

Page 288: ...Performance Maximum speed in km h mph 204 Acceleration from 0 80 km h 0 50 mph in sec 5 9 Acceleration from 0 100 km h 0 60 mph in sec 8 7 Weights Gross vehicle weight in kg 2159 Weight in running ord...

Page 289: ...r 1534 mm 1519 mm 1542 mm 1527 mm Capacities Fuel tank 60 l Reserve 8l Windscreen washer fluid container with headlight washer 3 l 5 5 l Tyre pressure Summer grade tyres The correct tyre pressure can...

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Page 291: ...tray 146 Aspects to note before setting off 8 ASR 188 Warning light 87 Audible warning 20 Automatic anti dazzle interior mirror Deactivating the anti dazzle function 128 Automatic anti dazzle interior...

Page 292: ...237 Checking battery electrolyte level 237 Checking engine oil level 226 Checklist Seat upholstery 212 Child safety 46 Child seat Categorisation in groups 48 Group 1 49 Group 2 49 Group 3 49 Groups 0...

Page 293: ...k cylinders 209 Door release lever 55 Doors Childproof locks 100 control lamp 86 Drawer 139 Driver see Correct sitting position 10 11 12 Driveshaft differential XDS 189 Drive wheel traction control sy...

Page 294: ...menu 68 Exhaust gas purification system 196 Exterior mirrors 208 F Fastening rings 18 Fire extinguisher 150 Flexible service interval display 61 Floor mats 16 Fog lights 113 Folding the seat backrests...

Page 295: ...of menu use 67 Main menu 67 Vehicle status menu 72 Instruments 57 Interior lights 121 Interior rear vision mirror 128 Interval wipe windscreen 124 ISOFIX system 52 J Jack position points Sill panel tr...

Page 296: ...ontrol 102 Changing the battery 103 Radio navigation steering wheel controls Audio version 93 Audio telephone version 93 Rain sensor 126 Rear drink holder Armrest 143 Rear fog light control lamp 80 11...

Page 297: ...176 Selector lever positions 175 servotronic 193 Side airbags 38 Description 38 Operation 39 Safety notes 40 Side lights 113 Sitting position driver 10 Sitting position occupants 10 Sliding tilting s...

Page 298: ...g your upholstery 212 V Vehicle battery 236 Vehicle data 278 Vehicle identification data 278 Vehicle identification number 278 Vehicle maintenance electrically adjustable seats 213 heated seats 213 na...

Page 299: ...13 Why wear seat belts 19 21 30 Windows 108 Windscreen washer fluid control lamp 82 Windscreen wiper blades Cleaning 209 Windscreen wipers 124 Changing blades 232 Changing the rear wiper blade 233 Win...

Page 300: ...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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