Seat Ateca 2018, Руководство пользователя

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Driving
normal driving conditions, the filter cleans it-
self. The particulate filter is cleaned automat-
ically without need for indication by the
warning lamp
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. This may be noticed be-
cause the engine idle speed increases and
an odour may be detected.
If automatic filter purification cannot be car-
ried out (because only short trips are taken,
for example), soot will accumulate on the fil-
ter and the particulate filter warning lamp will

switch on.
Facilitate the automatic filter cleaning proc-
ess by driving in the following manner:
●
Drive for approximately 15 minutes at a
minimum speed of 60 km/h (37 mph) in 4th or
5th gear (automatic gearbox: S gear range).
●
Maintain the engine speed at approximate-
ly 2,000 rpm.
The rise in temperature causes the soot on
the filter to burn. On completion of the clean-
ing the warning lamp will switch off. If the
warning lamp does not switch off, go immedi-
ately to a specialised workshop to rectify the
problem.
Driving tips
Driving on flooded roads
To prevent damage to the vehicle when driv-
ing through water, for example, along a floo-
ded road, please observe the following:
●
The water should never come above the
lower edge of the bodywork.
●
Drive at pedestrian speed.
WARNING
After driving through water, mud, sludge,
etc., the braking effect can be delayed
slightly due to moisture build-up on the
discs and brake pads. Applying the brakes
carefully several times will remove the
moisture and restore the full braking effect.
CAUTION
● Driving through flooded areas may se-
verely damage vehicle components such
as the engine, transmission, running gear or
electrical system.
●
Whenever driving through water, the
Start-Stop system* must be switched off
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Note
●
Check the depth of the water before en-
tering the flooded zone.
●
Do not stop in the water, drive in reverse,
or stop the engine in any situation.
● Note that vehicles travelling in the oppo-
site direction may splash water that could
exceed the maximum permitted water
height for your vehicle.
●
Avoid driving through salt water (corro-
sion).
Total traction (4Drive)
3
Valid for vehicles: 4Drive all-wheel drive
On four-wheel drive models, the engine pow-
er is distributed to all four wheels
General notes
On four-wheel drive vehicles, the engine
power is distributed to all four wheels. The
distribution of power is controlled automati-
cally according to your driving style and the
road conditions. Also see
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The four-wheel drive is specially designed to
complement the superior engine power. This
combination gives the vehicle exceptional
handling and performance capabilities, both
on normal roads and in more difficult condi-
tions, such as snow and ice. Even so (or per-
haps especially for this reason), it is important
to observe certain safety points
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