About this manual The equipment marked with an aster- For the sake of the environment isk* is fitted as standard only in certain Texts preceded by this symbol contain rele- versions, and is only supplied as op- This manual contains a description of the vant information concerning environmental tional extras for some versions, or are equipment supplied with the vehicle at the...
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Visual table of contents that uses graphics ● SEAT, S.A. Besides the regular care and maintenance of to indicate the pages containing “essential” the vehicle, its correct handling will help pre- information, which is detailed in the corre- serve its value.
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Related videos ››› page 19 The essentials: Opening and clos- ››› ››› page 15 The essentials: Vehicle interior page 21 ››› page 23 ››› page 60 ››› The essentials: Bonnet page 17 The essentials: Wheels ››› page 62 ››› page 31 ›››...
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+ Lights sensor + LED interior lighting. page 144 ››› page 198 ››› page 123 Technology: SEAT Navi System Plus 8” + Full Link / + Wireless charger in centre console + / Kessy keyless access and ››› page 129 starting system. ››› Booklet Navigation system ›››...
The essentials How it works ››› in Description on page 126 Opening and closing ››› page 126 Related video Unlocking or locking of driver door Centre console: Central lock buttons. Fig. 3 Opening and clos- Fig. 1 Locking and unlocking the vehicle using the ›››...
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The essentials Emergency locking of doors without Rear lid ● Insert the key shaft into the lower opening in the cover on the driver door handle door cylinder ››› Fig. 4 (arrow) then remove the cover up- wards. ● Insert the key blade into the lock cylinder to unlock or lock the vehicle.
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The essentials Bonnet ● Opening the rear lid: pull on the release There is a groove in the luggage compart- ››› lever and lift it up Fig. 6. The rear lid opens ment allowing access to the emergency automatically. opening mechanism. ●...
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The essentials Sliding sunroof* ● To lift the bonnet, press towards the left on ● Closing the window: Pull the button. the lever located under the bonnet, in the ››› centre Fig. 10 . The arrester hooks are Buttons on the driver door released.
149 Related video Adjusting the head restraints Fig. 13 Vehicle interior Manually adjusting the front seats Front seat: adjustment of the head re- Fig. 15 straint. To raise or lower the head restraint, press ● the side button and move it upwards or Positioning and removing the seat Fig.
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The lap part of the seat belt lies across the pelvis, never across the stomach. The seat belt lies flat and fits comfortably on the pel- vis.
››› ››› Fig. 21 Fig. tively In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the driver and the front » passenger additional protection for the head...
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››› page 87 text “AIRBAG” in the upper region of the backrests. In conjunction with the seat belts, the side Side airbags* airbag system provides additional protection for the upper body in the event of a severe side collision.
The essentials Head-protection airbags* Important information regarding the ››› in Curtain airbags* on page 87 front passenger's airbag Child seats Related video Location and deployment area of the Fig. 26 head-protection airbag. Vehicle interior Fig. 27 There is a head airbag on each side of the in- ›››...
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The essentials A sticker with important information about the passenger airbag is located on the pas- senger's sun visor and/or on the passenger side door frame. ››› in Important information regarding the front passenger's airbag on page 89 ›››...
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To adjust the passenger seat to accommo- straint system mounting using lower retain- date a child's seat and get the seat belt in a ing rings and the upper retaining strap. Fig- perfect position, adjust the passenger back- ›››...
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Compliance with current national legislation and the manufacturer's instructions is required when using or installing child seats. For semi-universal chairs where the securing system is the car safety belt and the support bracket, do not use them in the centre rear seat.
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A to F is indicated on the la- each rear seat. In some vehicles, the rings ››› Fig. are secured to the seat frame and, in others, bel on child seats with “universal” or “semi- they are secured to the rear floor. The “ISO- universal” certification.
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››› in Safety instructions on page 90 versal child restraint systems approved versal categories. Take the child seat for use in this mass group. manufacturer's vehicle list into account. It is suitable for certain ISOFIX child re- ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX...
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The essentials Securing child seats with the “ISOFIX/i-Size” ISOFIX System You are obliged to follow the seat manufac- ● Pull on both sides of the child seat to en- turer's instructions. sure that it is properly anchored. ● Press the child seat onto the retaining rings Child seats with the “ISOFIX”...
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Safety instructions on page 90 Child seats with the Top Tether system come with a strap for securing the seat to the vehi- cle anchor point, located at the back of the rear seat backrest and provide greater re- straint.
The essentials Starting the vehicle Turning on/switching off the ignition, glow Lights and visibility plugs reheating Ignition lock ● Switch ignition on: Turn the key to the Related video position. ● Switch ignition off. Turn the key to the position. ●...
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The essentials Turn signal and main beam lever Hazard warning lights Sym- Ignition switch- Ignition is switch- ed off ed on Fog lights, dipped Light off or daytime beam and side driving light on. lights off. The “Coming home” and “Leaving Automatic control of ...
The essentials Interior lights Knob Function More the lever to the required position: Turning the reading light on and off Windscreen wiper off. Windscreen wipers interval wipe. The light controls may vary depending on the ››› Using the control Fig.
The essentials Easy Connect CAR menu settings Fig. 43 Easy Connect: Main menu. Fig. 44 Easy Connect: CAR menu. To select the settings menus, depending on ● Press the system's button, then the When you press the menu button, the last se- ...
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– Distance, speed, temperature, volume, consumption – ››› – Chassis number, date of next SEAT service inspection, date of next oil change service page 42 Service » All settings can be reset: driver assistance, parking and manoeuvring, lights, rear view –...
A specialised workshop will be able to pro- Any distraction may lead to an accident, with gramme or modify additional functions, ac- the risk of injury. cording to the vehicle equipment. SEAT rec- Do not operate the instrument panel con- ● ommends visiting a SEAT Official Service.
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The essentials Enabling the main menu Making changes according to the menu Menu Function Switch the ignition on. Make the desired changes with the rocker ● ● Station display on the radio. switch on the windscreen wiper lever or the ●...
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The essentials Multifunction display memory Data summary Menu Function The multifunction display is equipped with Menu Function The memory records the values for a three memories that work automatically: MFD specific number of partial trips, up from departure, MFD from refuelling and MFD The current fuel consumption dis- to a total of 19 hours and 59 mi- play operates throughout the...
The essentials Status display Assist systems menu Menu Function Digital dis- Current speed displayed in digital Menu Function Bonnet, rear lid and doors open play of speed format. Display of Adaptive Cruise Control If the stored speed is exceeded ››› page 211.
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The essentials Gear-change indicator Illustra- Priority 1 warning (red symbols) ››› Key to Fig. 47 tion Symbol flashing or lit; partly combined with audible warnings. Do not continue driving! ››› Stop the vehicle! It is dangerous in Warning The bonnet is open or is not properly ...
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The essentials Additional electrical appliances outside temperature as a result of the heat Note produced by the engine. ● If you hide a saving tip, it will reappear af- ● Operation with the windscreen wiper lever*: The temperatures measured range from ter you switch the ignition on again.
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--- km or --- days Driver assistant > Speed warning . technology used by SEAT, with this service instrument panel display. you only need to change the oil when the ve- The warning limit can be set from 30 to hicle so requires.
Cruise control is pressed on the windscreen wiper OK/RESET lever, or on the multifunction steering If the service was not carried out by a SEAT wheel. dealership, the display can be reset as fol- Related video lows: In vehicles with the LongLife system in ●...
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The essentials ››› Position of the turn signal lever Fig. 50 Function Effect ››› or the third lever Fig. 51 Switching on the cruise control Move controller to the position on the turn signal lever or move the third lever for- The system switches on.
page information on the instrument pan- – The brake fluid level is too low or el display ››› Driver or passenger has not fas- page there is a fault in the brake system. » tened seat belt.
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Fuel tank almost empty. ››› page Front brake pads worn. ››› Fault in airbag system and seat page belt tensioners. it lights up: Fault in the ESC, or dis- ››› page connection caused by the system.
The essentials Gearbox lever ››› ››› page page Fault in the battery. Low consumption driving status Manual gearbox ››› Driving light totally or partially page faulty. On the instrument panel ››› Fault in the cornering light sys- page tem.
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The essentials Removing the cover from the selector lever ● Release the clutch. ››› in Selector lever positions on ››› page 186 Apply the handbrake to ensure that ● ››› in Driving with manual gearbox on the car does not move. ...
The essentials Air conditioning Related video Fig. 59 Air conditioning How does Climatronic* work? In the centre console: Climatronic con- Fig. 60 trols To switch a specific function on, press the ap- The LED on each control lights up to indicate propriate button.
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Air recirculation Seat heating buttons Press the button to switch on or off the cooling system. Press the button to apply the driver-side settings to the passenger side. Use the temperature regulator for the passenger side in order to set ...
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The essentials ››› in General notes on page 160 ››› page 167 How does the manual air conditioning work*? In the centre console: Manual air condi- Fig. 61 tioning controls. To switch a specific function on, press the ap- The LED on each control lights up to indicate propriate button.
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Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is running and switches off automatically after a maximum of 10 minutes. Air recirculation Press the button to switch on or off the cooling system. Seat heating buttons ››› in General notes on page 160 ›››...
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The essentials How does the heating and the fresh air system work? In the centre console: heating system and Fig. 62 fresh air controls. To switch a specific function on, press the ap- The LED on each control lights up to indicate propriate button.
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The essentials Heated rear window: this only works when the engine is running and switches off automatically after a maximum of 10 minutes. Air recirculation ››› in General notes on page 160 ››› page 163...
The essentials Fluid Level control The tank flap is released electronically by means of the central locking and is located at the rear of the vehicle, on the right. The tank Filling capacities holds approximately 40 litres. Capacities Opening the fuel tank cap Fuel tank 40 litres.
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The essentials Fig. 64 Engine oil dipstick. Fig. 65 In the engine compartment: Engine oil filler cap. The level is measured using the dipstick loca- ● Zone : Add oil up to zone ● When the oil level reaches at least zone ted in the engine compartment unscrew the engine oil filler cap carefully.
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The essentials Engine oil specifications Set Service (dependent on time/distance travel- Engine type Flexible service (LongLife) led) VW 508 00 VW 504 00 Petrol engines VW 504 00 VW 502 00 Engines with Particulate filter (DPF) VW 507 00 VW 507 00 Use of engine oil compliant with the VW 504 00 specification instead of VW 508 00 may have a slight negative effect on the vehicle’s exhaust gas values.
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The level should be between the and To top up, mix water with a product recom- marks. If it is below , please visit a Techni- mended by SEAT. cal Service. In cold temperatures, add anti-freeze for win- dows.
The essentials Emergencies Opening and closing the fuse box situated Colour Amp rating below the dash panel Green ● Opening: remove the fuse box cover in the Fuses ››› Fig. direction indicated Orange ● Closing: click the cover back into place. Fuse location ...
The essentials Identifying a blown fuse Action in the event of a punc- Halogen headlight with LED Type A fuse is blown if its metal strip is ruptured ture ››› Fig. Dipped beam headlights H7 Long Life Related video Point a lamp at the fuse to see if it has ●...
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The essentials Sealing the tyre ● All occupants should leave the vehicle and ● Keep the air compressor running until it wait in a safe place (for instance behind the reaches 2.0 to 2.5 bar Unscrew the tyre valve cap and insert. Use ●...
94 Fitting Fig. 74 Wheels ● Fit the central wheel trim onto the rim. The bottom of the “S” of the SEAT badge should ››› align with the inflation valve Fig. 76 Central trim for steel rims* Vehicle tool kit ●...
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The essentials ››› Central trim for alloy rims* Fitting ● Pull on it to remove the trim Fig. Fit the wheel cover onto the wheel rim by ● Fitting pressing it firmly. ● Fit the central wheel trim onto the rim, fit- Put pressure on the point of the cut-out for ●...
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The essentials Wheel bolts Important information about wheel bolts If the wheel bolt is very tight, carefully push on the end of the wheel wrench with your Factory-fitted rims and wheel bolts are spe- foot. Hold on to the vehicle for support and cially matched during construction.
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The essentials Raising the vehicle ● Find the support point on the strut (sunken CAUTION area) closest to the wheel to be changed The vehicle must not be raised on the cross- ››› Fig. bar. Only place the jack* on the points de- ●...
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The essentials the wheel condition and hub mounting surfa- with care as this means the tyre does not of- Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn ● ces. These surfaces must be clean before fit- fer optimum driving properties. This is of par- before raising the vehicle with the jack.
The essentials Snow chains Remove wheel covers and any integral trim ring before fitting snow chains. Remove the chains when roads are free of snow. Driving characteristics worsen, and the Snow chains should only be used on the wheels become damaged quickly and may front wheels.
The essentials Attach the tow rope or the tow bar only to the The brake servo only works when the engine ● Switch the ignition on. towline anchorages provided or a towing is running. When not running, you must ap- Once both vehicles are moving, release the ●...
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The essentials 5. Connect the other end of the black jump Note lead to a solid metal component bolted The vehicles must not touch each other, ● to the engine block or to the engine block otherwise electricity could flow as soon as itself of the vehicle with the flat battery.
The essentials Changing the windscreen wiper Make sure the battery clamps have sufficient Never attach the negative cable to fuel sys- ● metal-to-metal contact with the battery termi- tem components or the brake lines in the oth- blades nals. er vehicle. The non-insulated parts of the battery If the engine fails to start, switch off the start- ●...
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The essentials Changing the rear window wiper blade Do not change the windscreen wipers when out of the service position, as it could cause paint to flake off the bonnet due to friction with the windscreen wiper arm. Service position (for changing wiper blades) Ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen.
This manual contains important informa- Ensure that the passenger in the central – tion about the operation of the vehicle, both rear seat always has the head restraint in Always reduce your speed as appropriate – for the driver and the passengers. The other the correct position for use.
››› level as the top of your head Fig. The safety equipment mentioned above Move the seat backrest to an upright posi- – works together to provide you and your pas- tion so that your back rests completely sengers with the best possible protection in against it.
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Safety Adjusting the steering wheel position Move the seat backrest to an upright posi- – Adjust the driver's seat so that there is at ● tion so that your back rests completely least 25 cm distance between the centre of Read the additional information carefully against it.
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››› ling dash panel, out the window or on the seat. An ››› Fasten your seat belt securely page –...
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Safety Correct adjustment of rear head re- Properly adjusted head restraints are an im- WARNING portant part of passenger protection and can straints ● Any incorrect sitting position increases the reduce the risk of injuries in most accident risk of severe injuries. situations.
Fig. the vehicle. ● Do not swap the centre rear head restraint with either of the outer seat rear head re- Wear suitable footwear straints. Risk of injury in case of an accident! Always wear shoes which support your feet...
Every vehicle occupant must properly fas- The symbol indicates that the passenger in ten and wear the seat belt belonging to his or this seat has fastened “his or her” seat belt. The control lamp illuminates to remind the her seat.
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Always keep both feet in the footwell in ● minor frontal or side collisions, rear-end colli- front of your seat as long as the vehicle is in Properly worn seat belts hold the occupants sions, rollovers or accidents in which the air- motion.
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Safety Head-on collisions and the laws of called “kinetic energy” is created both in the The slot in the seat belt buckle must not be ● passengers and inside the vehicle. physics blocked with paper or other objects, as this can prevent the latch plate from engaging se- The amount of “kinetic energy”...
Passengers in Position of seat belt during pregnan- Fig. 102 the rear seats who do not use seat belts en- danger not only themselves but also the front ››› Fig.
● Always engage the retractor lock when you shops are familiar with these regulations, Positioning seat belts are securing a child seat in group 0, 0+ or 1 which are also available to you. ››› page Seat belts offer their maximum protection on- ›››...
This also applies to children. So that the effectiveness of the seat belt ten- Brief introduction sioner is not reduced and that removed parts Always maintain the greatest possible dis- do not cause any injuries or environmental tance between yourself and the front airbag.
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››› seated correctly page 73, Correct position If you are not wearing a seat belt, or if you ● passengers. ● a control lamp for disabling/enabling the lean forward or to the side while travelling or front passenger airbag.
WARNING ● illuminates or flashes while the vehicle is The seat belts and airbags can only provide ● In an accident with airbag activation: » moving. maximum protection if the occupants are ●...
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Never drive the vehicle if the loudspeakers ● ● Any damage to the original seat upholstery If you do not wear a seat belt, if you lean in the door panels have been removed, un- ● or around the seams of the side airbag units...
Do not attempt to modify components of provide their maximum protection, the pre- the airbag system in any way. scribed sitting position must always be main- tained with seat belts fastened while travel- The side and head airbags are managed ● ling.
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››› page 22 not light up airbag system: If you fit a rear-facing child seat to the front The warning lamp is illuminated for Have the airbag system inspected imme- – – diately by a specialised workshop.
The retaining rings are designed only for use sition. If it is a fixed seat, it should be moved with “ISOFIX” and Top Tether* system child ● Children who are less than 1.5 metres tall to the rearmost position possible.
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(on the sides). ISOFIX proval include a list of vehicle models for R 129 on the seat (the letter E in a circle with attachment systems are used mainly in Eu- which they can be installed.
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● Top Tether: The Top Tether belt is guided Incorrect use of the support bracket can over the back of the rear seat and attached to cause serious or fatal injury. an anchor point with a hook. Anchor points ●...
● face while the vehicle is switched on. These data will provide a better understand- SEAT will not have access to EDR data unless ing of the circumstances of the accident. the owner (or, in “Leasing” cases, the lessee Data from the driving assist systems are also or hirer) gives their consent.
Emergencies Emergencies ● Box spanner for wheel bolts* Note Jack* ● ● The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are not part of the vehicle's standard equip- ● Wire hook for pulling off the wheel cover* / Self-help ment. wheel bolt cap clip. ●...
A new bottle of sealant can be purchased at Do not use the tyre sealant in the following ● Replace the repaired tyre with the tyre mo- SEAT dealerships. cases: bility set as soon as possible. ● Take into account the separate instruction ●...
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Emergencies Contents of the tyre mobility system* Warning provided by tyre pressure moni- heating! Before switching on the air compres- toring system (it can also be integrated in sor again, let it cool for several minutes. the inflator tube). Tube for inflating tyres Check after 10 minutes of driving 12 volt connector Bottle of sealant...
Self-help Changing the windscreen wiper Towing or tow-starting Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all ● windows regularly. blades General information ● The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year. Changing the windscreen and rear Read the additional information carefully window wiper blades ›››...
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Emergencies For technical reasons, towing the following WARNING deactivated. If the vehicle has no power sup- vehicles is not allowed: ply or there is an electric system fault, the The risk of accidents is high when tow-start- engine must be tow-started to deactivate the ing, for example, the towed vehicle can easily ●...
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Self-help Bolt the anchorage to its limit to the left, in – WARNING ››› the direction of the arrow Fig. 106. ● If the towline anchorage is not screwed in as far as the stop, there is a risk of the screw After use, unscrew the towline anchorage connection shearing off during towing (acci- and fit the cover back on the bumper.
Emergencies Towing a vehicle equipped with auto- Fuses and bulbs Note matic gearbox ● If it is not possible to tow the vehicle in the Fuses normal way, or if it has to be towed further Certain restrictions must be observed when than 50 km (30 miles), it must be transported towing your vehicle.
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Fuses and bulbs Never use a fuse with a higher value. Only Positions not containing a fuse do not ap- Consumer/Amps ● ● replace fuses with a fuse of the same amper- pear in the following tables. Lights switch, steering column LSS age (same colour and markings) and size.
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Emergencies Consumer/Amps Consumer/Amps Consumer/Amps Left Door Window Control Automatic gearbox lever, ZSS Pressure transducer, EPW Solenoid Valve, TOG Sensor, PWM Electric fan, Left Lights Power Supply Double Water Pump Camshaft Control Valve, Active Carbon Tank Valve and Oil Pressure Regulat- Signal Horn Heated rear view mirrors ing Valve (TSI)
Fuses and bulbs Depending on how equipped the vehicle is, Consumer/Amps CAUTION there are different sets of headlights and tail ● Remove the ignition key before working on lights: TH4 fan with A/C or T5I for moderate the electric system. Otherwise, a short circuit climate countries could occur.
Emergencies Main beam headlights Dipped beam headlight would vaporise as a result of the heat gener- ated by the bulb, they will be deposited on the reflector and will impair its surface. Depending on the level of equipment fitted ● in the vehicle, LEDs may be used for part or all of the interior and/or exterior lighting.
Fuses and bulbs ››› Turn signal light and DRL(daytime Changing the fog light bulbs Unclip the retainer spring Fig. 112 – pressing inwards to the right. running light)/sidelight Front fog light bulb Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so –...
Emergencies Changing the tail light bulbs Changing bulbs Lever the groove with a screwdriver ››› Fig. 114 (arrow). Next, remove the clips located on the edge of the grill, lev- Tail light summary ering them gently. Remove the two bolts ...
Fuses and bulbs Number plate light Changing the interior bulbs Remove the lid, levering the flat side of a screwdriver into the recess ››› Fig. 115 Insert the flat part of a screwdriver into the – Interior light and front reading lights special slot and remove the bulb.
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Emergencies First fit the glass with the fastening tabs – over the frame of the switch. Next press the front part until the two long tabs click on the support. Note In LED courtesy lights it is not possible to re- place the light sources.
Instruments and warning/control lamps Instruments and warning/control lamps Instruments General instrument panel Instrument panel, on dash panel. Fig. 121 The layout of the instruments depends upon change up a gear or move the selector Adjuster button and display ››› the model and the engine. lever to D (or lift your foot off the acceler- page 116.
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Operation ››› ● Service interval display page Do not operate the instrument panel con- CAUTION ● ››› trols when driving. Second speed display page ● Never allow the rev counter needle ››› ››› Fig. 121 to go into the red zone on the ●...
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Instruments and warning/control lamps The time can also be set via the button and the function button SETTINGS WARNING ››› and the function button in the Easy page 118. SETTINGS Even though outside temperatures are above ››› Connect system page 118.
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Operation Odometer Fault display ue lighting up and reach the upper zone. This is no cause for concern, provided the control If there is a fault in the instrument panel, the lamp does not light up on the instrument letters DEF will appear in the trip recorder panel digital display.
Operation Introduction to the Easy Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Function buttons in the Page ● vehicle settings Park the vehicle away from traffic and en- Connect system* ● menu sure that there are no highly flammable ma- terials under the vehicle that could come into ›››...
Communications and multimedia Communications and multi- media Steering wheel controls* General information The steering wheel includes a multifunction module from where it is possible to control the audio, telephone and radio/navigation functions without needing to distract the driver. There are two versions of the multifunction module: Audio system + telephone without voice ●...
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Operation Operating the telephone and audio system without voice control (MID) Fig. 124 Controls on the steering wheel. Button Radio Media (except AUX) Telephone Navigation* Turn: Turn volume up/down Turn: Turn volume up/down Turn: Turn volume up/down Turn: Turn volume up/down Turn: Turn volume up/down Press: Mute Press: Mute...
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Communications and multimedia Button Radio Media (except AUX) Telephone Navigation* Turn: Access to call list / selec- tion of action on incoming call Turn: Changes menu or memo- or active call (answer/hang- Turn: Next/previous preset Turn: Next/previous song Turn: No function ry on instrument panel up/ignore/hold/mute/switch Press: Acts on the MFD...
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Operation Button Radio Media (except AUX) Telephone Navigation Short press: switch to the pre- Radio/media functionality (ex- Search for last station vious song No function No function cept AUX ) Hold down: quick rewind Short press: switch to the next Radio/media functionality (ex- Search for the next station song...
Communications and multimedia Multimedia Connectivity Box* / Wireless Charger* With the Wireless Charger you only have the wireless charging function if your mobile de- vice has Qi technology. USB/AUX-INPort The Connectivity Box/Wireless Charger is in the storage compartment area of the centre ›››...
Operation Opening and closing Duplicate keys Remote control* If you need a replacement key, go to a Techni- cal Service with your vehicle identification Keys number. Set of keys WARNING ● An incorrect use of the keys can cause seri- ous injuries.
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Opening and closing ››› Locking the vehicle Fig. 130 SEAT recommends you ask a specialised If the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked ● workshop to replace the battery. by using the radio frequency remote control, Unlocking the rear lid. Press button ...
Operation Spare remote control keys are available at – Locking system “Safe*” For the sake of the environment your Technical Service, where they must be – Selective* unlocking system Please dispose of your used batteries correct- matched to the locking system. ly and with respect for the environment.
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Opening and closing Deactivation Note WARNING Rotate the key inserted in the lock cylinder For anti-theft security, only the driver door is No one should remain inside the vehicle if the twice towards the locking direction. fitted with a lock cylinder. “Safe”...
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Operation Unlocking all doors and the luggage com- Locking Central lock button* partment The doors will lock automatically if the speed The unlock button on the remote control of 15 km/h (9 mph) is exceeded. The rear lid must be pressed twice so that all doors will lock automatically if the speed of 6 km/h and the luggage compartment can be (4 mph) is exceeded.
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Opening and closing ● All doors can be unlocked separately from inside the vehicle. To do so, pull the door re- lease lever once. WARNING If the vehicle is locked, children and disa- ● Technology Fig. 136 bled people may be trapped inside it. ●...
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Operation Once the doors have been locked, they can- Unlocking the vehicle is confirmed with a ● Touch (once) the locking sensor surface not be opened again immediately. This will double flash of the indicator lights; locking (arrow) on the driver door handle. The door enable you to check that the doors are prop- by a single flash.
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Keyless Access system. Con- Sensors will again be enabled: handle until the windows and roof have tact a specialised workshop. SEAT recom- closed. mends visiting a SEAT dealership for this. ● After a time. ● Depending on the function set on the info-...
Operation Activating the childproof lock Anti-theft alarm* If the sensors are very dirty, e.g. have a lay- ● er of salt, the correct functioning of the sen- Unlock the vehicle and open the door in – sors on the door handles may be affected. In which you wish to activate the childproof Description of anti-theft alarm sys- this case, clean the vehicle.
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Opening and closing When does the system trigger an alarm? Opening all the doors in manual mode The anti-theft alarm is not activated when ● the vehicle is locked from within using the The system triggers an alarm, if the following In vehicles without an alarm, when opening central locking button .
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Operation False alarms mechanically, the time period from when If on activating the alarm, any door or the ● the door is opened until the key is inserted rear lid is open, only the alarm will be activa- Interior monitoring will only operate correctly into the contact should not exceed 15 sec- ted.
Opening and closing Electric windows If the anti-theft security system (Safelock)* pending on the time of year, thus causing se- ››› page 127 is switched off, the vehicle interi- rious injuries/illness. It could even have fatal or monitoring and the tow-away protection consequences.
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Operation Safety switch * dow closes with maximum force. The roll- If necessary, use the safety switch to disa- ● back function is now deactivated. ble the rear electric windows. Make sure that Safety switch on the driver door can be they have been disabled.
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Opening and closing Convenience opening/closing One-touch opening ( All ), only the driver’s window ( Driver ) or none ( Deactivated ). Push down the window button briefly up to – Use the convenience opening/closing func- the second position. The window opens tion to easily open/close all the windows and WARNING fully.
Operation Sunroof* The sunroof only works when the ignition is ter the interior and can cause considerable switched on. Once the ignition has been damage to the electrical system. As a result, switched off, you can still open or close the other damage can occur in the vehicle.
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Opening and closing Stopping the automatic operation by adjust- Using the door lock* For automatic closing, a new closing attempt ing the tilted position of the sunroof or by might take place. Hold the key in the door lock of the driver ●...
Operation Lights and visibility Switching lights on and off Automatic lighting* Activation Read the additional information carefully Lights ››› page 31 Rotate the switch to the position, this – indication will light up. The driver is personally responsible for the Control lamps correct use and adjustment of the lights in all Deactivation...
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Lights and visibility Switching on the front fog lights* Do not put stickers on the windscreen in WARNING ● front of the sensor. This may cause disrup- Turn the switch from position or ● ● Never drive with daytime lights if the road tions or faults in the automatic lighting sys- to the first stop and pull it.
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Operation Coming Home/Leaving Home Func- ● Move the turn signal lever up or down to el. The control lamp flashes when the turn turn the right or left-hand parking lights on, tion* signals are operated, provided a trailer is cor- respectively.
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Lights and visibility Automatic Leaving Home function Forward gear Headlight range control The Leaving Home function is activated when If the steering wheel is turned to the right, ● the vehicle is unlocked if: or the right-hand turn signal operated, the right-hand fog light turns on.
Operation 2. Press the button to switch on the hazard Value Vehicle load status Note ››› warning lights ● The battery will run down if the hazard Driver only, luggage compartment full With 3. Switch the ignition off. warning lights are left on for a long time, trailer and maximum drawbar load.
Lights and visibility Visibility photodiode incorporated in the instrument dimmed during driving, when the light selec- panel. tor is in the , or position. Heated rear window The instrument lighting (needles) is switched The brightness of the ambient light* can be on when the ignition is on and the light is adjusted through the Easy Connect menu, as off.
Operation function is possible, coming back on when WARNING If necessary, switch on the wipers manually ● normal operating conditions are re-establish- when water on the windscreen obstructs visi- Folded sun blinds can reduce visibility. bility. ● Always store sun blinds and visors in their housing when not in use.
Lights and visibility Electric exterior mirrors* receives. The anti-dazzle function is cancel- The windscreen will be wiped again after ● led if reverse gear is engaged. approximately five seconds once the “auto- matic wash/wipe system” has been activa- Note ted, provided the vehicle is moving (drip func- tion).
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Operation Heated exterior mirrors* When the vehicle is locked with the remote due to an external force (e.g. being knocked control, by pressing for more than approxi- ››› while manoeuvring), the adjustment of the Press the demisting button Fig. 146 –...
Exercise caution when securing the seat ● guides without pressing the button. straints height into forwards/backwards position. In- juries can be caused if the seat height is ad- justed without due care and attention. Adjusting the front seats Adjusting the rear head restraints ●...
● The seat has a covering. should not be possible to remove the head ● There is a child seat installed in the seat. restraint from the backrest. ● The seat cushion is wet or damp. Move the backrest until it engages properly –...
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Make sure the seat cushion is dry prior to using the seat heater. Press the button or repeatedly until the desired intensity level is reached. Do not sit on the seat with clothing that is ● wet or damp. Deactivating Do not leave clothing that is wet or damp ●...
Practical equipment rest down. The rear seat backrest is not en- tention. gaged when the red marking of the button Do no trap or damage seat belts when rais- ●...
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1.5 kg. to reduce the risk of injury caused by a sud- den braking or by an accident. Storage pocket in the seat* Storage compartment under the front seats* Front drink holders in the centre con- Fig.
Operation Electrical power socket Note Using the lighter carefully. Carelessness or ● negligence when using the cigarette lighter ● The use of electrical appliances with the can cause burns and serious injuries. engine switched off will cause a battery dis- The lighter only works when the ignition is ●...
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Transport and practical equipment Distribute the load evenly in the luggage – Never exceed the allowed axle weights or the back of the front left door frame ● compartment. ››› allowed maximum weight. If said weights are page 267. exceeded, the driving characteristics of the Place heavy objects as far forward as possi- ●...
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Fig. 162 (ar- ● An overloaded luggage compartment could rows). mean that the rear shelf is not correctly seat- In the luggage compartment: remov- Fig. 161 ed and it may be bent or damaged. Always use suitable and undamaged straps –...
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Never secure a child seat on the fastening ● Move the floor forward over the supports as rings. far as the rear seat backrest and then lower the floor with the handle Variable floor in the low position Fig. 163 Luggage compartment variable ●...
As the roof water drains are integrated in the tion of cross bars or a roof carrier system and ried between the rear seat and the raised lug- roof to reduce air resistance, only SEAT-ap- the load secured on them. For this purpose, gage compartment floor.
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››› correctly boats on the roof. Suitable accessories can Note be acquired at SEAT dealerships. Always read the assembly instructions that come with the crossbars and the roof carrier Always secure the crossbars and the roof car- system carefully and keep them in the vehi- rier system properly.
Operation Check attachments Air conditioning so as to maintain good visibility of everything outside. Once the cross bars and roof carrier system have been installed, check the bolted con- Heating, ventilation and cool- ● The maximum heat output required to de- nections and attachments after a short jour- frost windows as quickly as possible is only available when the engine has reached its...
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Air conditioning prevent further damage and have it checked pose. Therefore, you should avoid obstruct- To ensure correct operation, the grilles on ● by a specialised workshop. ing these slots with any kind of object. both sides of the screen must not be obstruc- ted.
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Operation Air outlets Air vents. Fig. 166 To ensure proper heating, cooling and venti- Air recirculation Press button , the button’s lamp will ● lation in the vehicle interior, air vents light up, indicating that air recirculation in- ››› Fig.
Air conditioning WARNING Note is on, the “Air recirculation” function is auto- matically activated in order to cool the vehi- In air recirculation mode, no cold air from the ● When engaging reverse gear, the air recir- cle faster using less energy, and its control outside enters the vehicle interior.
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Operation Air distribution Functions Defrosting the windscreen Control for setting the flow of air in the re- Turn the temperature regulator ● Ventilating the vehicle interior ››› quired direction. Fig. 167 clockwise to reach the maxi- The desired temperature inside the vehicle mum temperature.
Air conditioning Manual air conditioning* Controls Air conditioning controls on the dash Fig. 168 panel. ››› Functions Temperature selector page 165 only works when the engine is running and the fan is switched on. Blower control. There are four speed set- Interior heating tings for the blower.
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Operation ● Set the air distribution regulator to the ● Turn the blower switch to any of the set- ● Open and turn the side outlets towards the air flow configuration desired: (towards tings 1-4. windows. the windscreen), (towards the chest), ●...
Air conditioning Climatronic* General notes Climatronic: controls. Fig. 169 Climatronic description Switching off the Climatronic Read the additional information carefully ››› page 49 ››› Cooling only works if the following conditions ● Adjust fan power to zero Fig. 169 are met: press the ...
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Operation ● Adjust the vents so that the air flow is di- range the temperature is regulated automati- The temperature is regulated automatically. ››› rected slightly upwards. cally. If a temperature below +16°C (+64°F) is The air output from the vents Fig.
Driving Driving could be engaged and vehicle steering would It lights up yellow not work. The 12-volt battery Take the vehicle for a short run Address was disconnected at 15-20 km/h (9-12 mph). Note and has been recon- nected. Introduction The ignition of the vehicle being towed must be switched on to prevent the steering wheel...
Operation Electromechanical steering Starting and stopping the en- Note In vehicles with electromechanical steering, gine Failure to heed the control lamps and corre- the assisted steering function automatically sponding text messages when they light up adjusts according to vehicle speed, steering may result in damage to the vehicle.
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(ignition key position The engine can only be started using a genu- Starting ine SEAT key with its correct code. The engine is started when the key is in this Move the gearbox lever to the neutral posi- –...
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The engine can only be started using a genu- warning lamp goes out. Never leave the vehicle unattended if the ine SEAT key with its correct code. ● engine is running. Starting a diesel engine after the fuel tank Move the gearbox lever to the neutral posi- –...
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Driving Starter button* start it using the battery of another vehicle. brake operation cannot be performed, risk of Please observe and follow the notes on the accidents and serious injury may exist. ››› page 68, How to jump start. ●...
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The driver's seat belt is not fastened, ● ● Immediately after pushing the starter but- screen of the dash panel.
Driving If the vehicle is stationary for a long time Starting the engine with the starter driving or if you restart it immediately after ● Step ››› with the ignition on, the vehicle battery switching it off. button page 173. might be discharged and it might not be pos- ●...
Operation Stopping the engine button stops flashing STOP ENGINE START If the ignition is switched off, the steering ● and goes out. column could be locked, making it impossible 3 Valid for vehicles: with starter button to control the vehicle. With the engine running, the Switch off the engine with the starter button light stays on, indi-...
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Driving a great extent on the conditions under which ● there is a fault in the brake system. range (depending on the type of transmis- the vehicle is operated and the way the vehi- sion). Thus, make use of engine braking and This warning lamp can light up together with cle is driven.
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Operation The handbrake should be applied firmly to ● If the vehicle is parked facing downhill, so causes premature wear on the rear brake prevent the vehicle from accidentally rolling turn the front wheels so that they point to- pads. away.
Driving Braking and stability systems Electronic Stability Control (ESC)* The control lamp has the following func- tions: The ESC reduces the risk of skidding by brak- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)* ing the wheels individually. ● It flashes whilst driving when the ASR/ESC is activated.
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Operation When the ASR is off, the warning lamp lights warning lamp will also light up if a fault CAUTION up . The ASR should normally be left on. should occur in the ABS because the ASR op- ● To ensure that the ESC works correctly, all Only in exceptional circumstances, when erates in conjunction with the ABS.
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Driving will be shown the electronic stability and tyres) may affect the operation of the WARNING control (ESC) option: sport. ABS and ASR. You should switch on the ESC Sport mode on- Warning! Limited stability. ly if the traffic conditions and your driving ability allow you to do so safely: risk of skid- Disable ESC “Sport”...
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Operation the wheel which has lost traction and distrib- warning lights will automatically switch off components affecting the wheels and tyres) uting more driving force to the other driven when the vehicle begins to move again or could affect the efficiency of the EDL wheel via the differential.
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Driving a deliberate warning to the driver that one or cle to a specialised workshop as soon as If the brake system warning lamp should ● more of the wheels is tending to lock and the possible. light up together with the ABS warning lamp ABS control function has intervened.
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Operation Hill driving assistant* Via the ESC, the XDS will brake the inside ● besides having a gear engaged or being in wheel and counter the excess driving torque neutral for manual gear change and with the of that wheel. This means that the driver's selector lever at position S, D or R for an au- desired trajectory is much more precise.
Driving Manual gearbox Selector lever positions When changing gear, you should always ● depress the clutch fully to avoid unnecessary Read the additional information carefully wear and damage. Driving with manual gearbox ››› page 48 Do not “slip” the clutch to hold the vehicle ●...
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Operation N – Neutral (idling) WARNING cle with the engine running. Please always observe the important safety warnings With the selector lever in this position, the ● Take care not to accidentally press the ac- ››› page 255, Working in the engine compart- gear is in neutral.
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Driving Interlock button The selector lever lock is released as follows: If the vehicle still does not move in the – required direction, there is a system mal- The interlock button on the selector lever Switch the ignition on. – function.
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Operation The tiptronic gives the driver the option to manent manual gear change using the Wait for the gearbox to engage the gear (a – change gears manually. gearshift paddles, move the selector lever slight movement can be felt). from position D/S to the right. Release the brake and press the accelerator –...
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Driving Starting off uphill CAUTION WARNING Apply the handbrake. – ● If you stop the vehicle on a gradient, do not Please note that if the road surface is slip- attempt to stop it from rolling by depressing pery or wet, the kick-down feature could Once you have engaged a gear press the –...
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“sport” mode of the ESC should be deactiva- or tiptronic, or else select the sport driv- physics and technical drive limitations). It ted again by briefly pressing the but- ing mode from the SEAT Drive Profile* may be necessary to adjust the speed again ton. ›››...
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D, gradients below 12 %. If the gearbox operates with the backup pro- ● If other users drive your vehicle, warn them Select, in SEAT Drive Profile*, Eco mode – gramme, take the vehicle to a specialised about inertia mode.
Operation Gearbox malfunctions Information regarding the “cleanliness” of Gearbox: press the brake and the diesel particulate filter engage a gear again. Gearbox: Fault! Stop the ve- The exhaust system manager detects that the If the fault was caused by a gearbox with a hicle and place the lever in the diesel particulate filter is nearly saturated high temperature, this driver message will be...
● Reduction of the quantity of thinner in the ture of your new SEAT. protective wax for cavities. ● Use of plastic film as protection during ve- »...
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Operation ● Use of solvent-free adhesives. tyres; emissions and fuel consumption are tant emissions are also especially high dur- reduced to zero (disconnection due to iner- ing this initial warm-up phase. It is therefore Use of CFC-free coolants in cooling sys- ●...
If the tyre pres- ing or the seat heaters*. sure is just one bar (14.5 psi/100 kPa) too Introduction low, fuel consumption can increase by as Note much as 5%.
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Operation Diesel particulate filter Engine management* For engine oil changes, do not replenish – ››› with too much engine oil page 260, Top- 3 Applies to vehicles with diesel engine ping up engine oil. This warning lamp monitors the engine man- agement system for petrol engines.
Applying the brakes carefully The control lamp lights up several times will remove the moisture and SEAT importers and distributors will gladly restore the full braking effect. If the control lamp lights up when the en-...
Basic requirements for the Start-Stop mode The Start-Stop system must always be The driver door must be closed. ● switched off when driving through flooded ››› ● The driver must have their seat belt fas- areas page 200. tened. ● The bonnet must be closed.
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Driver assistance systems display. The engine may stop before the ve- ● The battery is very low. quent stopping and starting for example. As hicle comes to a halt in the deceleration soon as strong pressure is applied to the The steering wheel is overly turned or is be- ●...
Operation Driver messages on the instrument Cruise control system (CCS)* mph) for the system to return to conditions in panel display which the engine can be stopped. Operation Start-Stop system deactivated. Start the engine manually Manually switching on/off the Start- This driver message is displayed when cer- Stop system tain conditions are not met during the stop-...
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Driver assistance systems Control lamp Operating the cruise control system* to drive at a constant speed maintaining the safety distance. Lights up Read the additional information carefully ● Do not use the cruise control in heavy traf- ››› page 43 The Cruise Control System (GRA) is switched on and ac- fic, if the distance from the vehicle in front is...
Operation ® Speed limiter Warning and control lamp ● If the gear lever of the DSG dual clutch gearbox is removed from the D/S position. Lights up green Display messages and warning and WARNING The speed limiter is switched on and active. control lamp After use, always switch off the speed limiter to prevent the speed being regulated against...
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Driver assistance systems When driving downhill, the speed limiter Note or the adaptive cruise control will automati- ● cannot limit the vehicle speed. Its speed will cally switch themselves on when the ignition ● Different versions of the instrument panel increase due to its own weight.
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Operation ››› Position of the turn signal lever Fig. 182 Function Effect ››› or the third lever Fig. 183 Switching between the speed limiter and cruise control (CCS) or the adaptive cruise It switches between the speed limiter and the CCS or the Press button on the turn signal lever or button on the third lever...
Driver assistance systems ››› Position of the turn signal lever Fig. 182 Function Effect ››› or the third lever Fig. 183 Move control of the turn signal lever into position or the third lever Switching off the speed limiter The system switches off.
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SEAT recommends visiting a SEAT dealership. the brakes when driving at a speed of be- Adapt your speed and safe distance to the ●...
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SEAT recommends visiting On the front bumper: radar sensor. Fig. 185 a SEAT dealership for this purpose. Fig. 184 On the instrument panel display: A radar sensor is installed on the front bump- If work is done incorrectly on the front of the Warning indications.
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SEAT recom- function may be adjusted as follows: mends visiting a SEAT dealership for this pur- Switching the Front Assist on and off pose. Ready ●...
Driver assistance systems Switching the Front Assist off tempo- tions may be inopportune or be delayed from ● Special loads and accessories of other ve- the driver's standpoint. So pay attention in hicles that jut out over the sides, backwards rarily in the following situations order to intervene if necessary.
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Emergency braking function. Take it to a spe- in braking, such as in work areas or if there cialised workshop, SEAT recommends visiting If the driver fails to react to a possible colli- are metal rails.
SEAT recommends visiting a SEAT time. If the pedestrian monitoring system is- dealership for this. acoustic signal and a message on the instru- sues a warning, brake the vehicle immediate- ›››...
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Operation Introduction If the vehicle is equipped with automatic Never use the ACC when driving off-road or ● gearbox, the ACC can brake the vehicle until on unpaved roads. The ACC has been de- it stops completely if a vehicle in front of it signed for use on paved roads only.
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● is regulating your speed. and control lamps ist knowledge and special tools. SEAT recom- mends visiting a SEAT dealership for this pur- Distance level 2 set by the driver. pose. ACC is active and is regulating your dis- tance based on speed.
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The radar sensor's visibility may be impaired made by specialised workshops. SEAT recom- by dirt, mud or snow, or by environmental in- WARNING mends visiting a SEAT dealership for this pur- fluences such as rain or mist. In this case the pose. ›››...
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Repairs to the radar sensor require special- ● ist knowledge and special tools. SEAT recom- To set your speed, move the third lever loca- mends visiting a SEAT dealership for this pur- ted in position upwards or downwards un- pose.
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››› Fig. 191. Very long ● If the driver is not wearing his/her seat ● belt. When the ACC function is active, the vehicle In the Easy Connect system you can adjust travels at a set speed and distance from the If several brake lights of the vehicle or elec- ●...
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Driver assistance systems Driver messages ACC: currently not available. Intervention The ACC may not be able to detect all situa- ● of stability control tions properly. ACC not available The message for the driver is displayed when ● “Stepping”...
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Operation which means exceeding or not reaching the The adaptive cruise control (ACC) has a func- ing lane. In this case, slower vehicles will be permissible engine speed. The ACC switches tion that helps avoid overtaking while driving overtaken on the right. itself off.
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Driver assistance systems Special driving situations When the ACC halts the vehicle (e.g. traffic jam), the instrument panel display shows the ACC ready to start message. If the ve- hicle ahead drives off again, the ACC will also do so automatically. If the vehicle ahead does not drive off again, the vehicle can be kept indefinitely in the ACC ready to start...
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Operation Driving through a bend Other vehicles changing lanes Factors that may affect how the radar sensor operates On entering or exiting bends, the radar sen- Vehicles changing lanes a short distance sor may no longer determine the vehicle in away from your own can only be detected If laser sensor operation is impaired, due to front or react to a vehicle in the adjacent lane...
SEAT dealership. Depending on the equipment fitted in the ve- In the event of a fault in the “Dual Ride” sus- hicle, SEAT Drive Profile can operate on the pension, the following message is displayed following functions: WARNING...
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The functions that Fig. 198 Next to the gearbox lever: MODE but- can be adjusted depend on the equip- lected in SEAT Drive Profile*, and the acceler- ton. ment fitted in the vehicle. ator is pressed beyond a hard point, the en-...
Driver assistance systems Fatigue detection (break rec- making a calculation of tiredness. This is In some situations, the system may incor- ● constantly compared with the current driving rectly interpret an intended driving manoeu- ommendation)* behaviour. If the system detects that the driv- vre as driver tiredness.
Always pay attention, also when looking Certain surfaces of objects and garments ● driver has unbuckled their seat belt and straight ahead, to traffic and the vehicle sur- do not reflect the ultrasound sensors' sig- roundings. The assistance systems are not a opened the door.
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Do not continue to with external ultrasound sources, such as – a SEAT Official Service or in a specialised ››› move forward (or backward) in General cleaning vehicles or other vehicles;...
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Operation Manual connection of Parking Aid On disengaging reverse gear, the Parking Aid The approximate measurement range of the system is disconnected immediately. sensors is: Press the button once. The symbol on ● the button will light up yellow. 1.20 m 0.60 m Parking system plus*...
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Driver assistance systems Temporary suppression of sound in Parking Automatic activation ● OR: accelerate above 10 km/h (6 mph) be- fore reducing speed below this number again. ● Press the function button found on the OR: place the selector lever in position P ●...
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Operation Segments of the visual indication Front volume* Moreover, with the SEAT Media System Plus/Navi System radios, a yellow trail indi- Volume in the front and rear area. cates the vehicle's expected journey based on the steering wheel angle. Front sound settings/sharpness*...
Driver assistance systems Parking System Plus* The Easy Connect system screen will only dis- screen in a different, vague manner. The per- play objects detected at the front, and the ve- ception of distances is also distorted by this If there is a fault in the parking aid system a hicle's trajectory will be hidden.
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Familiarising yourself with the system To change these settings: To familiarise yourself with the system, the orientation lines and their function, SEAT rec- ● Park the vehicle in a safe place. ommends practising parking and manoeu- ●...
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Driver assistance systems Parking and manoeuvring with the too much traffic or in a car park when there ● The camera will stop transmitting images are good weather and visibility conditions. above the speed of 15 km/h (9 mph) with re- rear assist verse engaged.
Note The towing bracket device fitted to your vehi- green ends approximately 2 m behind Towing the vehicle with the detachable ball cle, be it factory-fitted or a genuine SEAT ac- the vehicle on the road surface. ››› joint page...
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Towing bracket device Placing in standby position Step 1. Depending on the country or version, the towing bracket device's detachable ball joint Turn the key in the direction of arrow ● is located: til the part of the key with the holes reaches ›››...
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Operation Standby position Thus adjusted, the detachable ball is ready ing following the direction of arrow until it ››› for installation. engages audibly Lever turns automatically in the direction CAUTION of arrow upwards, and the release bolt The key cannot be removed or turned in the moves outwards (the red and green part will standby position.
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Towing bracket device Assembling the detachable ball - Step Checking proper attachment ● Remove the key in the direction of arrow ● Place cover in the lock in the direction ››› ››› Fig. 214 of arrow ● Check that the detachable ball is secure ›››...
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Operation Releasing the detachable ball ● Insert key into the lock in the direction The towing bracket device should only be ● ››› of arrow Fig. 217. used if the detachable ball has been properly Grip the detachable ball from below. ●...
Towing bracket device Trailer towing duced by 10% for every further 1000 m (or Keep the detachable ball in the standby po- ● part thereof). The gross combination weight sition, with the key inserted into the box is the actual weight of the laden vehicle plus while you place it facing downwards with the What do you need to bear in mind the actual weight of the laden trailer.
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Operation Exterior mirrors Hitching and connecting the trailer ››› Key of the Schematic diagram Fig. 219: Check whether you can see enough of the Meaning road behind the trailer with the standard rear vision mirrors. If this is not the case, you Unassigned should have additional exterior mirrors fitted.
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Towing bracket device Trailer maximum electricity consumption Ball coupling of towing bracket de- Driving with a trailer vice* Brake lights (total) 84 Watts The ball coupling is provided with instruc- Turn signal, on each side 42 Watts tions on fitting and removing the ball cou- Side lights (total) 100 Watts pling of the towing bracket.
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Operation Safety lug ● The trailer is connected electrically to the Note towing vehicle by the trailer connector. ››› The safety lug Fig. 220 is used to hook ● If there is any fault in the trailer's lighting, ● The electrical system of the vehicle and the up the trailer's retainer cable.
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Towing bracket device Retrofitting a towing bracket* permissible speed in an unfavourable road, The attachment points for the towing bracket weather or wind conditions. This applies es- are on the lower part of the vehicle. pecially when driving downhill. The distance between the centre of the ball You should always reduce speed immediately coupling and the ground should never be if the trailer shows the slightest sign of snak-...
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Note ● SEAT recommends that the towing hooks be fitted at a specialised workshop. Consult your SEAT dealer in case additional modifica- tions to your vehicle are necessary. Due to the specific design of the exhaust, ● the fitting of a conventional towing hook is not recommended for some sportier versions.
Care and maintenance Advice Modifications Despite a continuous observation of the mar- ket, SEAT is not able to assess the reliability, safety and suitability of parts that SEAT has Modifications must always be carried out ac- Care and maintenance not approved. For this reason, SEAT cannot cording to our specifications.
Care and maintenance After washing, the brakes could take some WARNING For the sake of the environment time to respond as the brake discs and pads ● Car-care products can be toxic. Because of ● When purchasing car care products, try to could be wet, or even frozen in winter.
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Advice freezing. Apply silicone spray to the rubber After washing, avoid sudden and sharp – For the sake of the environment seals. braking. “Dry” the brakes by braking sever- To protect the environment, the vehicle ››› al times page 176. should be washed only in specially provided After washing the vehicle wash bays, to prevent toxic, oil-laden waste...
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Care and maintenance Vehicle paint maintenance ● Do not use scrapers to remove ice or snow CAUTION from the sheets. To prevent damage to the paintwork: Regular waxing protects the paintwork. ● Do not polish the adhesive sheets. ● Do not use polishes and hard wax on pain- You need to apply wax to your vehicle if water Do not use dirty cloths or sponges.
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Advice Removing snow Caring for rubber seals will also prevent pre- The heating element for the rear window is ● mature ageing and leaks. The doors will be located on the inner side of the window. To Use a small brush to remove snow from the –...
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Care and maintenance Steel wheel rims Alloy wheels require regular attention to pre- WARNING serve their appearance. If road salt and brake Do not apply underseal or anti-corrosion Clean steel wheel rims regularly using a dust are not often removed, the aluminium –...
Advice have the engine cleaned. On commissioning If this does not provide satisfactory results, – ried out only by a specialised workshop or a this work, ensure that all surfaces, seams, use a special solvent-free plastic cleaning petrol station. joints and components in the engine com- product.
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(e.g. a micro-fibre cloth) and er has a certain sensitivity to grease and dirt, the seat upholstery. Make sure they are vacuum off any residue once the surface is etc. so a degree of care is required in every- closed.
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– Dust and grit in the pores and seams can scratch and damage the surface. If the car is Do not roll the seat belt up until it is dry. – left standing in the sun for long periods, Al-...
Checking and refilling levels Checking and refilling levels If, in exceptional circumstances, you have (up to one minute). This is due to the fact that ● to carry a spare fuel canister, please observe the fuel system has to purge itself of air be- the following: fore starting.
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If this is not available: super 95 oc- Group Fuel Additives for petrol engines”. gine. tane petrol, with a slight decrease in power. These additives can be bought at SEAT deal- In those countries where unleaded petrol is ● ers, where information on how to use them...
● Never touch the radiator fan. It is tempera- are under constant development. SEAT pro- ture controlled and could start automatically, vides a constant flow of information to Tech- even when the engine has been switched off nical Services concerning modifications.
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Advice Never cover the engine with additional in- Never accelerate with a gear engaged CAUTION ● – sulating materials such as a blanket. Risk of without taking the necessary precau- When topping up service fluids, make sure fire! tions. The vehicle could move, even if the not to mistake them.
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Checking and refilling levels Release the bonnet stay and replace it in its – Wait until no more steam, smoke or coolant If you notice that the bonnet latch is not se- ● ● support. is emitted from the bonnet, then carefully cured when the vehicle is moving, stop the open the bonnet.
Advice Checking levels Diagram for the location of the various ele- Fig. 222 ments. Engine oil From time to time, the levels of the different tioned above. These operations are descri- ››› fluids in the vehicle must be checked. Never bed in page 255.
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Checking and refilling levels diesel engines together, it means that the oil ● Avoid mixing it with oil for fixed service in- Only VW 507 00 engine oil, with reduced ash can be used for both types of engines. tervals. formation, may be used in diesel engines equipped with particulate filter.
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Advice If the warning lamp flashes although the oil Read the additional information carefully CAUTION ››› level is correct, stop driving. Do not even run page 56 If the oil level is above the area do not the engine at idle speed! Obtain technical as- start the engine.
Checking and refilling levels ● lamp lights up or flashes while the For the sake of the environment Wash your skin thoroughly if it comes into ● vehicle is running, and three acoustic warn- contact with engine oil. The oil level must never be above area ›››...
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Advice Cover the coolant expansion tank cap with – Never open the bonnet if you can see or safe place out of reach of children. Failure to ● a cloth and carefully unscrew it to the left hear steam or coolant escaping from the en- comply could result in poisoning.
You can buy VW 501 14 standard brake fluid display on the instrument panel will warn you If the fluid in the expansion tank is not pur- ● in a SEAT dealership or a SEAT Official Serv- ››› page 117.
The brake pads and brake fluid must be col- cautiously. lected and disposed of according the applica- Fires, sparks, open flames and smoking are pro- ble regulations. The SEAT Technical Service When working in the engine compartment, hibited! ● network has the necessary equipment and always observe the safety warnings ...
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Checking and refilling levels The control lamp lights up when the igni- seek medical care immediately. Neutralise Never charge a frozen battery, or one which ● tion is switched on. It should go out when the any acid splashes on the skin or clothing has thawed.
● Keep grease, oil and fuel off the tyres. – be replaced. Contact a specialised workshop. Genuine SEAT batteries meet the mainte- Inspect the tyres regularly for damage nance, performance and safety specifications – (cuts, cracks or blisters, etc.). Remove any of your vehicle.
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Wheels Concealed damage Tyre pressure monitoring system Tyre pressure Damage to tyres and rims is often not readily The correct tyre pressure is especially impor- visible. If you notice unusual vibrations or the tant at high speeds. The pressure should vehicle pulling to one side, this may indicate therefore be checked at least once a month that one of the tyres is damaged.
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Advice Tyre useful life pending on the make, there will be 6 to 8 of Unbalanced wheels should be rebalanced, as them evenly spaced around the tyre. Mark- they otherwise cause excessive wear on ings on the tyre sidewall (for instance the let- steering, suspension and tyres.
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Those approved For the sake of the environment 2016. by SEAT are specially matched to the charac- Old tyres must be disposed of according to teristics of the vehicle and make a major con- We recommend that work on tyres and the laws in the country concerned.
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Advice ● The wheels of one axle are under more extra care. Refit the normal road wheel as CAUTION pressure (for example, driving with a trailer or soon as possible. The prescribed tightening torque for wheel on steep slopes). bolts for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm. ●...
Wheels How to use the temporary spare wheel ● Pull the carpet upwards to remove it. WARNING Disconnect the subwoofer's speaker cable. If you ever have a punctured tyre or loss of ● ● When the tyre pressure control lamp lights pressure, the temporary spare wheel is only up, reduce speed immediately and avoid any ●...
Advice Winter service In some countries, vehicles which can exceed the speed rating of the fitted tyre must have an appropriate sticker in the driver's field of Winter tyres view. These stickers are available from your technical service. The legal requirements of In winter conditions winter tyres will consid- each country must be followed.
Technical specifications Technical data Abbreviations used in the technical specifi- cations section Technical specifications Kilowatt, engine power measurement. Pferdestärke (horsepower), formerly used to denote engine power. Important information Revolutions per minute - engine speed. Important Newton metres, unit of engine torque. The information in the vehicle documentation Cetane number, indication of the diesel Chassis number.
Technical data Vehicle data sticker by certified EU laboratories, according to the WARNING legislation in force at the time (for more infor- The data sticker is placed on the inside of the ● Please note that the centre of gravity may mation, see the Publications Office of the Eu- spare wheel well, in the boot and on the rear shift when transporting heavy objects;...
Technical specifications ››› Drawbar loads Wheels wrench . The tightening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm. The maximum permitted drawbar load on the ball joint of the towing bracket must not ex- Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel WARNING ceed 75 kg.
Technical data Engine data Petrol engine 1.0 MPI 55 kW (75 PS) Start-Stop Power output in kW (PS) at rpm Maximum torque (Nm at rpm) No. of cylinders/displacement (cm Fuel 55 (75)/6,200 95/3,000-4,300 3/999 Super 95 RON/Normal 91 RON Slight power loss. Outputs and weights IBIZA Top speed (km/h)
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Technical specifications Petrol engine 1.0 EcoTSI 70 kW (95 PS) Start-Stop Power output in kW (PS) at rpm Maximum torque (Nm at rpm) No. of cylinders/displacement (cm Fuel 70 (95)/5,000-5,500 175/1,500-3,500 3/999 Super 95 RON/Normal 91 RON Slight power loss. Outputs and weights IBIZA Top speed (km/h)
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Technical data Petrol engine 1.6 MPI 81 kW (110 PS) Power output in kW (PS) at rpm Maximum torque (Nm at rpm) No. of cylinders/displacement (cm Fuel 81 (110)/5,800 155/3,800-4,000 4/1,598 Super 95 RON/Normal 91 RON Slight power loss. Outputs and weights IBIZA Top speed (km/h) Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)
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Technical specifications Petrol engine 1.0 EcoTSI 85 kW (115 PS) Start-Stop Power output in kW (PS) at rpm Maximum torque (Nm at rpm) No. of cylinders/displacement (cm Fuel 85 (115)/5,000-5,500 200/2,000-3,500 3/999 Super 95 RON/Normal 91 RON Slight power loss. Outputs and weights IBIZA Top speed (km/h)
Technical data Dimensions Fig. 230 Dimensions. Fig. 230 IBIZA Front and rear projections (mm) 796/699 Wheelbase (mm) 2,564 Length (mm) 4,059 Front/rear track width (mm) 1,525/1,505 Width (mm) 1,780 Height at kerb weight (mm) 1,444 This data will change depending on the type of wheel rim. Values for wheel 185/70 R14 ET38.
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......159 Unfastening the seat belt ....19, 81 Trailer turn signals Technical specifications .
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Window wiper blade ......33 for seat belts ......78...
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SEAT S.A. is permanently concerned about continuous development of its types and models. For this reason we ask you to under- stand, that at any given time, changes regarding shape, equipment and technique may take place on the car delivered. For this reason no right at all may derive based on the data, drawings and descriptions in this current handbook.
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