lock Seat Alhambra 2006 Owner's Manual

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Contents
The structure of this manual . . . . .
Content. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Proper sitting position for occupants . . . . . . . . .
Pedal area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stowing luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why wear seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Belt tension devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curtain airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deactivating airbags* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation of child seats in vehicle seats . . . . .
Integrated child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display in the instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On board computer with multifunction display*
Steering wheel controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key with remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sliding/tilting sun roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and visibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The importance of correct seat adjustment . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stowage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtrays, cigarette lighter and electrical sockets
Hazard warning triangles and first aid kit . . . . .
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roof carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling and heating box* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning . .
Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking distance warning system . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving and the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gasses purification system . . . . . . . . . .
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving economically and with respect for the
environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and caring for your vehicle . . . . . . .
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the vehicle exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safe driving 10
– Fasten your seat belt correctly Ÿpage 17.
– Keep both feet in the foot well so that you have the vehicle under
control at all times.
Adjustment of the driver's seat Ÿpage 121.
WARNING
•An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries.
•Adjust the driver's seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between
the centre of the chest and the hub of the steering wheel Ÿpage 9, fig. 1.
If you are sitting nearer than 25 cm, the airbag system cannot protect you
properly.
•If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the
minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a qualified workshop. The workshop
will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.
•When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the
outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This reduces the
risk of injury when the driver airbag is triggered.
•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). In such cases, you may
sustain injuries to the arms, hands and head.
•To reduce the risk of injury to the driver during sudden braking manoeu-
vres or an accident, never drive with the backrest tilted far back! The airbag
system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when the back-
rest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her seat belt
properly. The further the backrests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk
of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web or the incorrect sitting
position!
•Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve optimal protection.
Proper sitting position for front passenger
The front passenger must sit at least 25 cm away from the
dash panel so that the airbag can provide the greatest
possible protection in the event that it is triggered.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the front
passenger:
– Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible Ÿ.
– Move the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests
completely against it.
– Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same
level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same
level as the top of your head Ÿpage 12.
– Keep both feet in the foot well in front of the front passenger
seat.
– Fasten your seat belt correctly Ÿpage 17.
It is possible to deactivate the passenger airbag in exceptional circum-
stances Ÿpage 24.
Adjusting the front passenger's seat.
WARNING
•An incorrect sitting position of the front passenger can lead to severe
injuries.

Safe driving15
Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a
– Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment.
– Lay and stow heavy luggage as far forward as possible in the
luggage compartment.
– Stow heavy luggage as low as possible in the luggage compart-
ment.
– Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening rings Ÿ page 15.
WARNING
•Loose luggage and other objects in the luggage compartment can
cause serious injuries.
•Always stow objects in the luggage compartment and secure them on
the fastening rings.
•Use suitable specialist straps to secure heavy objects.
•During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects can be thrown
forward, injuring vehicle occupants. 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 “missiles”. Risk of fatal injury.
•Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transporting
heavy objects; this may affect the vehicle's handling and lead to an acci-
dent. Therefore, it is essential to adjust your speed and driving style
accordingly, to avoid accidents.
•Never exceed the allowed axle loads or allowed maximum weight. If the
allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded, the driving char-
acteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents, injuries and
damage to the vehicle.
•Never leave your vehicle unattended, especially when the tailgate is
open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment closing the door
behind them; they will remain trapped without help and there is a mortal
risk.
•Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Close and lock
both the tailgate and all the doors when you leave the vehicle. Before you
lock the vehicle, make sure that there are no adults or children in the
vehicle.
•Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. Every
passenger must be properly belted in Ÿpage 17.
Note
•Air circulation in the vehicle helps reduce fogging of the windows. Used
air escapes through ventilation slits in the side trim of the luggage compart-
ment. Ensure that the ventilation slits are never covered.
•Straps for securing the load to the fastening rings are commercially
available.
Fastening rings
There are four fastening rings in the luggage compartment
which can be used to secure luggage and other objects.
– Always use suitable and undamaged straps to secure luggage
and other objects to the fastening rings Ÿ in “Loading the
luggage compartment” on page 14.
– Pull up the fastening rings to attach the straps.
The retainers for the detachable seat belts for the third row of seats and the
floor anchors for the seats can be used as fastening rings for items of
luggage.
WARNING (continued)

Seat belts 22
•Fasten your seat belt before every trip - even when driving in town. That
applies also to your front and rear passengers – danger of injury!
•The seat belt cannot offer its full protection if the belt web is not posi-
tioned correctly.
•Never allow two passengers (even children) to share the same seat belt.
•Keep both feet in the foot-well in front of your seat as long as the
vehicle is in motion.
•Never unbuckle a seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. Risk of fatal
injury.
•The belt webbing must never be twisted while it is being worn.
•The belt webbing should never lie on hard or fragile objects (such as
glasses or pens, etc.) because this can cause injuries.
•Do not allow the seat belt to be damaged or jammed, or 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 belts, reducing their capacity to protect.
•The slot in the seat belt buckle must not be blocked with paper or other
objects, as this can prevent the latch plate from engaging securely.
•Never use seat belt clips, retaining rings or similar instruments to alter
the position of the belt webbing.
•Frayed or torn seat belts or damage to the connections, belt retractors
or parts of the buckle could cause severe injuries in the event of an acci-
dent. Therefore, you must check the condition of all seat belts at regular
intervals.
•Seat belts which have been worn in an accident and stretched must be
replaced by a qualified workshop. Renewal may be necessary even if there
is no apparent damage. The belt anchorage should also be checked.
•Do not attempt to repair a damaged seat belt yourself. The seat belts
must not be removed or modified in any way.
•The belts must be kept clean, otherwise the retractors may not work
properly.
Seat belts
Fastening seat belt (one buckle)
The seat belts on the front seats and the seats in the second
and third row are fastened using one buckle.
The seat belt cannot offer its full protection if the belt web is not
positioned correctly.
WARNING (continued)WARNING (continued)
Fig. 10 Belt buckle and
latch plate of seat belt

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a
– Adjust the seat and head restraint correctly.
– To fasten the belt, take hold of the latch plate and pull it slowly
across your chest and lap Ÿ.
– Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the appropriate seat and
push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click
Ÿpage 22, fig. 10.
– Pull the belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely engaged in
the buckle.
Every seat belt is equipped with an automatic belt retractor on the shoulder
belt. Full freedom of movement is permitted when the shoulder belt is pulled
slowly. However, during sudden braking, during travel in mountains or bends
and during acceleration, the automatic retractor on the shoulder belt is
locked.
The automatic belt retractors on the front seats are fitted with belt tension
devices .
WARNING
An incorrectly worn seat belt web can cause severe injuries in the event of
an accident.
•The seat belts offer best protection only when the backrests are in an
upright position and the seat belts have been fastened properly.
•Never put the latch plate in the buckle of another seat. If you do this, the
seat belt will not protect you properly and the risk of injury is increased.
•If an occupant is incorrectly belted in, the belt cannot protect him or her
properly. An incorrectly positioned belt web can cause extremely severe
injuries.
Fastening seat belts (with two buckles)
The seat belt for the centre seat in the second row of seats is
fastened using two buckles.
– Adjust the seat and head restraint correctly.
– Use latch plate of the belt Ÿfig. 11 to pull the belt down.
– Insert latch plate into the buckle belonging to the seat and
push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click.
– Use latch plate of the belt to pull the belt across your lap.
– Insert latch plate into the buckle belonging to seat and
push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click.
– Pull the belt to ensure that both latch plates are securely
engaged in the buckles.
Fig. 11 Fastening the
seat belt on the centre
seat in the second row of
seats
A1
A1AA
A2
A2AB

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The seat belt for the centre seat in the second row of seats has a belt retractor
fitted in the car roof. Full freedom of movement is permitted when the
shoulder belt is pulled slowly. However, during sudden braking, during travel
in mountains or bends and during acceleration, the automatic retractor on
the seat belt is locked.
WARNING
An incorrectly worn seat belt web can cause severe injuries in the event of
an accident.
•The seat belts offer best protection only when the backrests are in an
upright position and the seat belts have been fastened properly.
•Never put the latch plate in the buckle of another seat. If you do this, the
seat belt will not protect you properly and the risk of injury is increased.
•If an occupant is incorrectly belted in, the belt cannot protect him or her
properly. An incorrectly positioned belt web can cause extremely severe
injuries.
Note
An illustration of how to fasten the seat belts can be found on each buckle.
Seat belt position
Seat belts offer their maximum protection only when they are
properly positioned.
Fig. 12 Correct belt web
and head restraint posi-
tions, viewed from front
Fig. 13 Correct belt web
and head restraint posi-
tions, viewed from side

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a The following features are available to adjust the seat belt in the shoulder
region:
•Belt height adjustment for the front seats and the outer seats in the
second row,
•front seat height adjustment*.
WARNING
An incorrectly worn seat belt web can cause severe injuries in the event of
an accident.
•The shoulder part of the seat belt must lie on the centre of the shoulder,
never across the neck. The seat belt must lie flat and fit comfortably on the
torso
•The lap part of the seat belt must lie across the pelvis, never across the
stomach. The seat belt must lie flat and fit comfortably on the pelvis Pull
the belt tight if necessary to take up any slack.
•Read and observe the warnings Ÿpage 22.
Pregnant women must also fasten their seat belts properly
The best protection for the unborn child is for the mother to
wear the seat belt properly at all times during the pregnancy.
The seat belt provides maximum protection only when the belt web
is properly positioned Ÿpage 24.
– Adjust the front seat and head restraint correctly Ÿpage 9.
– Holding the latch plate, pull the belt evenly across your chest and
as low as possible over the pelvis Ÿfig. 14.
– Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the corresponding seat
and push it down until it is securely locked with an audible click
Ÿ.
– Pull the belt to ensure that the latch plate is securely engaged in
the buckle.
Fig. 14 Positioning seat
belts during pregnancy

Child safety 54
Fastening the harness belt for children in Group 1
A correctly adjusted seat belt helps to protect your child!– Sit the child so that its bottom is as far back on the seat as
possible.
– Place the belt to the right and left over the child's shoulders.
– Push the belt lock element Ÿfig. 37 with the tongue through
the other lock element .
– Insert both elements with the tongue at the front into the lock
until they click into place. (Pull to ensure they are securely
engaged!)
– Make sure that the protective cushion is always underneath
the belt lock .
– Pull the upper part of the harness belt Ÿfig. 38 down in the
direction of the arrow until the belt fits firmly against the body of
the child.
WARNING
The harness belt must always fit firmly against the body of the child (even
with thick or winter clothing) so that the child seat can provide the
maximum amount of protection possible.
Fig. 37 Section of inte-
grated child seat: Harness
belt lock
Fig. 38 Section of inte-
grated child seat: Harness
belt adjustment
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AC
AD
AE
AD
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– To fasten the three-point belt, take hold of the tongue and pull it
slowly across the chest and lap.
– Push the tongue of the belt into the lock for that seat so that it
engages audibly (pull to check!)
– Adjust the three-point belt to suit body size Ÿ.
Restoring the normal seat
– Pull the loop in the direction of the arrow and push the seat
cushion down until it engages.
Removing the slumber roll
– Remove the head restraint.
– Pull the slumber roll off the head restraint.
– Reinsert the head restraint and push down until it can be heard
to engage.
Use the following measures to guarantee the proper routing of the shoulder
belt:
•Seatbelt height setting
•Adjustment of the seat forwards and backwards
•Backrest angle adjustment
WARNING
•For safety reasons, the seat for children in Group 2 may only be fitted in
the direction of travel and in one of the outer positions (not on the centre
seat).
•The risk of injury is increased if the belt is not correctly routed .
•The shoulder part of the belt should be positioned roughly over the
centre of the shoulder, never across the neck, and fit closely against the
upper part of the body.
•The lap belt part must lie across the pelvis, not across the stomach, and
always fit closely. Tighten the lap belt as necessary.
Group 3 integrated child seat
A suitable child seat and a correctly adjusted seat belt can
help to protect your child.
Setting up the child seat
– Pull the loop to the front in the direction of the arrow Ÿfig. 41
.
A1
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 41 Using the inte-
grated child seat
A1

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a
– Push the seat cushion in direction of the arrow until it
engages in position.
Fastening the three-point belt
– To fasten the three-point belt, take hold of the tongue and pull it
slowly across the chest and lap.
– Push the tongue of the belt into the lock for that seat so that it
engages audibly (pull to check!)
– Adjust the three-point belt to suit body size Ÿ.
Restoring the normal seat
– Pull the loop in the direction of the arrow and push the seat
cushion down until it engages.
Use the following measures to guarantee the proper routing of the shoulder
belt:
•Seatbelt height setting
•Adjustment of the seat forwards and backwards
•Backrest angle adjustment
WARNING
•For safety reasons, the seat for children in Group 3 may only be fitted in
the direction of travel and in one of the outer positions (not on the centre
seat).
•The risk of injury is increased if the belt is not correctly routed .
•The shoulder part of the belt should be positioned roughly over the
centre of the shoulder, never across the neck, and fit closely against the
upper part of the body.
•The lap belt part must lie across the pelvis, not across the stomach, and
always fit closely. Tighten the lap belt as necessary.
Cleaning the child seat
– Open the zip Ÿfig. 42 fully and undo it at the end.
– Pull the cover from the Velcro fastening in area .
– Guide the belt lock and the harness belts through the cover and
remove the child seat cover.
The child seat cover can be washed in a washing machine at a maximum
temperature of 30°C.
A2
A1
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 42 Section of inte-
grated child seat
AA
AB