reset Seat Alhambra 2010 Owner's Manual

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xCheck that the lights and turn signals operate correctly.
xCheck the tyre pressures (Ÿpage 323) and level of fuel (Ÿpage 293).
xEnsure there is good visibility through all the windows.
xMake sure that all objects and bags in the storage compartments, in the
luggage compartment and, where applicable, on the roof, are securely
fastened Ÿpage 13.
xEnsure there is nothing obstructing the free passage of the foot pedals.
xUse child retention systems appropriate for the child's body weight and
height Ÿpage 42.
xCorrectly adjust front seat, head rests and rear-view mirrors to suit your
height Ÿpage 10.
xWear close-fitting shoes which do not prevent you from using the pedals
correctly.
xThe driver's floor mat should be fixed to the floor, leaving the pedal area
unobstructed.
xBefore starting out, ensure you are correctly seated and remain in this
position throughout the journey. This applies to all passengers in the vehicle
Ÿpage 10.
xCorrectly fasten your seat belt before starting to drive and keep it securely
fastened throughout the journey. This applies to all passengers in the vehicle
Ÿpage 22.
xNever carry more passengers than the number of available seats and seat
belts in your vehicle.
xNever drive with impaired faculties (for example, due to medication,
alcohol or drugs).
xDo not allow yourself to be distracted from the traffic, for example, to reset
or switch on a menu, by other passengers or to answer a phone call.
xAlways try to adapt the speed of the vehicle and your style of driving to the
condition of the ground or the road and to weather and traffic conditions.
xObserve the highway code and speed limits.
xOn long journeys, rest at regular intervals (at least every two hours).
xIf carrying animals, make sure they are correctly restrained in accordance
with their weight and size.
WARNING
Always observe traffic regulations and speed limits and try to anticipate
traffic movements. Correctly anticipating traffic situations may mean the
difference between arriving safe and sound at your destination or having a
serious accident.
Note
Regular servicing of your vehicle not only helps to keep it in good working
order but also helps to ensure road safety. Therefore, please ensure the
vehicle is taken for service as indicated in the Maintenance Programme. If the
vehicle is subjected to hard use, it may require certain maintenance work
before the next service date. Hard use may involve frequent driving in traffic
jams, driving in dusty areas or frequent use of the tow-bar. For further infor-
mation, please refer to a SEAT dealer or specialised workshop.
Driving abroad
Check list
In some countries, certain safety regulations and requirements are in force
relating to exhaust gas emissions, which differ from the technical character-
istics of the vehicle. Before travelling abroad, SEAT recommends you consult
a SEAT dealer about the legal requirements and the following points:
xDoes the vehicle need technical modifications for driving abroad, for
example, adjustment of the headlamps?
xDoes the vehicle have all the tools, diagnostics equipment and spare
parts required for inspections and repairs?
xAre there any SEAT dealers in the destination country?

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a The beginning of the red zone of the rev counter indicates the maximum
speed in any gear after running-in and with the engine hot. However, it is
advisable to change up a gear or move the selector lever to D (or lift your
foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone Ÿ.
Engine coolant temperature display
v Ÿpage 313.
Displays on the screen Ÿpage 65.
Fuel reserve display Ÿpage 293.
Speedometer.
Reset knob for trip recorder (trip).
Press button to reset to zero.
Caution
To prevent damage to the engine, the rev counter needle should only remain
in the red zone for a short period of time.
For the sake of the environment
Changing up a gear in time reduces fuel consumption and noise.
Displays on screen
A variety of information can be viewed on the instrument panel display
Ÿpage 64, fig. 36 , depending on the vehicle equipment:
xWarning and information texts
xMileage
xTime
xAmbient temperature
xCompass
xSelector lever positions Ÿpage 201
xRecommended gear (manual gearbox) Ÿpage 201
xMultifunction display (MFI) and menus for different setting options
Ÿpage 70
xService interval display. Ÿpage 68
xSecond speed display (menu Configuration) Ÿpage 70
xStart/Stop operation indicator Ÿpage 67
Warning and information texts
The system runs a check on certain components and functions when the igni-
tion is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. Faults in the operation
are displayed on the screen using red and yellow symbols and messages on
the instrument panel display (Ÿpage 61) and, in some cases, with audible
warnings. The display may vary according to the type of instrument panel
fitted.
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
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Mileage
The odometer registers the total distance travelled by the car.
The trip recorder (trip) shows the distance travelled since the last trip recorder
reset. The last digit of the trip recorder indicates distances of 100 metres or
tenths of a mile.
Outside temperature display
When the outside temperature is below +4 °C (+39 °F), the symbol “ice
crystal” (warning of risk of freezing) is also displayed next to the temperature.
At first this symbol flashes and then it remains lit until the outside tempera-
ture rises above +6 °C (+43 °F) Ÿ.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, with the parking heating on (Ÿpage 187),
or when travelling at very low speeds, the temperature displayed may be higher than the true outside temperature, as a result of the heat produced by
the engine.
The temperatures measured range from -40 °C to +50 °C (-40 °F to +122 °F).
Compass
With the ignition on and the navigation system on, the cardinal point corre-
sponding to the vehicle's direction of travel is displayed on the instrument
panel Ÿpage 67.
Selector lever positions
The range of engaged gears of the selector lever is shown on the side of the
lever, and on the instrument panel display. In positions D and S, and with the
Tiptronic, the corresponding gear is also displayed.
Recommended gear (manual gearbox)
The recommended gear to save fuel is displayed on the instrument panel
while you are driving Ÿpage 201.
Second speed display (mph or km/h)
In addition to the speedometer, the speed can also be displayed in a different
unit of measurement (in miles or in km per hour). To change the units, in the
Settings menu, select the option Second speed Ÿpage 70.
Vehicles without menu display on the instrument panel
xSwitch on the engine.
xPress button three times. The odometer display flashes on the instru-
ment panel display.
xPress button once. “mph” or “km/h” is displayed briefly instead
of the odometer.
xThis activates the second speed display. To switch it off, repeat the proce-
dure.
This option cannot be disconnected in models destined for countries in which
the second speed must always be visible.
Type of mes-
sageSymbol
colourMeanings
Priority 1
warning.Red
Symbol flashing or lit; partly combined with
audible warnings.
› Stop the vehicle! It is dangerous Ÿ!
Check the function which is faulty and repair.
If necessary, request assistance from special-
ised personnel.
Priority 2
warning.Yellow
Symbol flashing or lit; partly combined with
audible warnings.
A faulty function, or fluids which are below the
correct levels may cause damage to the vehi-
cle! Ÿ
Check the faulty function as soon as possible.
If necessary, request assistance from special-
ised personnel.
Informative
text.–Information relating to different vehicle proc-
esses.
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0.0 / SET

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a Service due
After the service date, an audible warning is given when the ignition is
switched on and the spanner displayed on the screen flashes for a few
seconds
>. In vehicles with text messages, Service in --- km or --- days is
displayed on the instrument panel.
Reading a service notification
With the ignition switched on, the engine off and the vehicle at a standstill,
the current service notification can be read:
xPress the button on the instrument panel several times until the
spanner symbol is displayed >.
xALTERNATIVELY: select the Settings menu.
xFrom the Service submenu, select the option Info.
When the service date has past, a minus sign is displayed in front of the
number of kilometres or days. In vehicles with text messages the following is
displayed: Service --- km or --- days ago.
The service interval display is reset
If the service was not carried out by a qualified workshop, the display can be
reset as follows:Do not reset the indicator to zero between two intervals, otherwise the
display will be incorrect.
If, while the LongLife service is valid, the service interval display is reset to
zero, the “service will be activated by time or mileage”. The service interval is
no longer calculated individually ŸBooklet “Maintenance Programme”.
Note
The service message disappears after a few seconds, when the engine is
started or when is pressed.
Note
In vehicles with the LongLife system in which the battery has been discon-
nected for a long period of time, it is not possible to calculate the date of the
next service. Therefore the service interval display may not be correct. In this
case, please check the maximum permitted service intervals ŸBooklet
“Maintenance Programme”.In vehicles with text messages:
Select the Settings menu.
In the submenu Service, select the option Reset.
Confirm with when requested to do so by the system.
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OK
In vehicles without text messages:
Switch the ignition off.
Press and hold the button.
Switch the ignition back on.
Release the button and, press for the next 20 seconds.
0.0 / SET
0.0 / SET¡
OK

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„Default setting
„Vehicle condition Ÿpage 73
„Configuration Ÿpage 75
„Multifunction display data
„Journey duration
„Current fuel consumption
„Average fuel consumption
„Distance covered
„Distance to empty (the distance you can travel with the remaining
fuel)
„Average speed
„Digital display of speed
„Speed warning
„Compass
„Convenience Ÿpage 76
„Open door
„Manual
„automatic mode
„Childproof locks On / Off
„Anti-theft alarm confirmation On / Off
„Handling windows
„Off
„All
„Driver
„Mirror adjustment On / Off
„Rear-view mirror adjustment
„Synchronised
„Individual
„Default setting
„Lights & visibility Ÿpage 77
„Coming Home
„Leaving Home
„Footwell light
„Convenience indicators On / Off
„Default setting
„Time
„Winter tyres
„Settings: Language
„Units
„Second speed display On / Off
„Autohold
„Travel mode On / Off
„Service
„Info
„Reset
„Default setting

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Configuration Menu
Configuration
MenuFunction
Multifunction
display dataConfiguration of the multifunction display data which you
wish to see on the instrument panel display Ÿpage 73.
CompassChanging the magnetic region and calibration of the com-
pass. To calibrate the compass, please follow the instruc-
tions given on the instrument panel display.
ConvenienceChanging vehicle convenience functions Ÿpage 76.
Lights &
visibilityConfiguration of vehicle lighting Ÿpage 77.
TimeChanging the hours and minutes of the clock and the nav-
igation system. The time can be set here and the choice
can be made between the 24 hour and 12 hour display.
The S in the upper part of the display indicates that the
clock is set to summer time.
Winter tyresChanging the visual and audible speed warnings. This
function should only be used when the vehicle is fitted
with winter tyres, which are not designed for travel at
high speeds.
Settings:
LanguageChanging the language of the display texts and the navi-
gation system.
UnitsChanging the units of measurement for the temperature,
consumption and distance.
Second speedSwitching second speed display on and off
AutoholdSelecting whether the Auto-Hold function should remain
on permanently.
Travel modeChanging the headlamps for countries in which vehicles
are driven on the other side of the road. When the “mark”
is activated, the headlamps of a left-hand drive vehicle
are adjusted for driving on the left. The travel mode can
only be used for short periods of time.
ServiceCheck the service notifications or reset the service inter-
vals to zero
Manufacturer's
settings Some functions of the Configuration menu will be reset
to the factory value.
BackThe main menu is displayed again.
Configuration
MenuFunction

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Submenu Convenience
Convenience menuFunction
Open door
Ÿpage 83
Manual
When the vehicle is unlocked with the key, the following doors (depending upon the configuration)
are unlocked:
„ all doors: All of the doors will be unlocked.
„ one door: see above Method 1.
„ Side of vehicle: The doors on the driver's side are unlocked.
In vehicles with KESSY Ÿpage 83 the doors on the driver's side are unlocked together with any
doors on the side where the vehicle key is, using the door handle.
„ Individually: Only the driver's door is unlocked. In vehicles with KESSY, if a door handle is used,
the door (or tailgate) will unlock, together with the driver's door Ÿpage 83.
automatic mode
Automatic locking function (Auto Lock) All doors are automatically locked at speeds above approxi-
mately 15 km/h. To unlock when the vehicle is stopped, push the central locking button or remove
the key from the ignition lock.
Automatic unlock: When the key is removed from the ignition lock, all doors and the tailgate are
unlocked.
Electronic childproof locksSwitching the childproof locks on or off Ÿpage 92.
Confirm anti-theft alarmSwitching on or off the audible confirmation that the anti-theft alarm is activated Ÿpage 83.
Handling windowsAdjusting the electric windows: This permits the windows to be opened or closed when the vehicle is unlocked or locked
respectively. The open function can only be activated from the driver's door Ÿpage 102.
Rear-view mirror adjustmentTilts passenger mirror downwards when reverse gear is engaged. This enables the driver to see the edge of the pavement, for
example Ÿpage 130.
Exterior mirror adjust.If synchronised adjustment is selected, when the driver side exterior mirror is adjusted, the passenger exterior mirror is also
moved.
Manufacturer's settingsSome functions of the Convenience submenu will be reset to the factory value.
BackThe Configuration menu is displayed again.

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Lights & visibility submenu.
Personal convenience settings
When two people use a vehicle, SEAT recommends that each person always
uses “their” own remote control key. When the ignition is switched off, or the
vehicle is locked, the personal convenience settings are stored and automat-
ically allocated to the vehicle key Ÿpage 70.The values of the personalised convenience settings of the following menu
options are allocated to the vehicle key:
„Parking heating menu
„Configuration Menu
„Time
„Settings: Language
„Units
„Convenience settings menu
„Door unlock (individual opening, Auto Lock)
„Convenience handling of windows
„Rear-view mirror adjustment
„Lights & visibility adjustment menu.
„Coming home and leaving home
„Footwell light
„Convenience indicators
The stored settings are automatically activated, at the latest when the igni-
tion is switched on. Please refer to the information and tips relating to the
seat memory Ÿpage 137.
Lights &
visibility menu.Function
Coming HomeThis permits the adjustment of the time the headlamps
stay on after locking or unlocking the vehicle, the function
can also be connected or disconnected hereŸpage 119.
Leaving Home
Footwell lightThis permits the adjustment of the brightness of the foot-
well lighting when the doors are open, the function can
also be connected or disconnected here
Convenience
indicatorsSwitching convenience indicators on and off When the
convenience indicators are connected, when the indicator
is switched on, these flash at least three times
Ÿpage 113.
Manufacturer's
settingsAll the configurations in the submenu Lights & visibil. are
reset to the predefined factory values.
BackThe Configuration menu is displayed again.

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xHold down the button Ÿpage 100, fig. 59 with the tailgate open for at
least three seconds.
xThe opening angle is reset to the original factory setting.
WARNING
Unsuitable or careless closing and locking of the tailgate could cause
serious injuries.
xNever allow children to play inside or around the vehicle without super-
vision, especially if the tailgate is open. Children could enter the luggage
compartment, close the tailgate and become trapped. A locked vehicle can
be subjected to extremely high and low temperatures, depending on the
time of year, thus causing serious injuries/illness and even death.
WARNING
It is possible that the tailgate does not open completely or, if it is open,
closes alone if a large amount of snow has built up on it or if a luggage rack
is fitted. In this case, the tailgate must be supported.
Caution
xWhen using a trailer, ensure that there is sufficient space to open and
close the tailgate.
xBefore opening the tailgate, any kind of equipment carrier should be
removed, for example a bicycle carrier.
Caution
In case of repeated short-term use, the system is turned off to avoid over-
heating.
xWhen it has cooled, it may be used once again. During this time, the tail-
gate may be manually opened or closed applying a little more effort.
xIf the vehicle battery is disconnected or the fuse blows when the tailgate
is open, the tailgate system must be re-initialised. To do this, close the tail-
gate.
Note
Before closing the tailgate, make sure that the key has not been left inside the
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To stop the one touch function: Push or pull on the button of the corre-
sponding window.
Restoring one-touch opening and closing
The one-touch opening and closing function is not active after the vehicle
battery has been disconnected or is flat and will have to be reset.
xClose all windows and doors.
xPull the button of the corresponding window and hold it for one second in
this position.
xRelease the button and pull upwards and hold again. The one-touch func-
tion is now ready for operation.
The automatic one-touch electric windows can be reinitialised individually or
several at a time.
Convenience opening and closing function
The electric windows can be opened or closed from outside using the vehicle
key:
xHold in the unlocking for locking button for the vehicle. All windows which
function electrically will be either opened or closed.
xTo interrupt the function, release the locking or unlocking button.
During convenience closing, first the windows and then the sliding sunroof
will be closed.
In the Configuration - convenience menu, there are different settings for oper-
ating the windows Ÿpage 70.
WARNING
Careless use of the electric windows can cause serious injury.
xOnly operate the electric windows when nobody is in the way.
xNever leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle if the doors
are to be locked. The windows cannot be opened in case of an emergency.
xAlways take all the keys with you whenever you leave the vehicle. After
turning off the ignition, the windows can be opened and closed for a short
time using the buttons on the door as long as the driver's door or
passenger side door is not open.
xWhen transporting children in the rear seats, always deactivate the rear
electric windows with the child safety lock so that they cannot be opened
and closed.
Note
The one-touch function and roll-back function will not work if there is a
malfunction in the electric windows. Visit a specialist workshop.
Electric Windows anti-trap function
The anti-trap function of the electric windows can reduce the risk of injury
when opening and closing the electric windows Ÿ. If a window is not able
to close because it is stiff or because of an obstruction, it will automatically
open again.
xCheck why the window does not close.
xAttempt to close the window again.
xIf you try within the following 10 seconds and the window closes with
difficulty or there is an obstruction once again, the one-touch closing will stop
working for 10 seconds.
xIf the window is still obstructed, it will stop at the corresponding position.
When the button is operated within 10 seconds, the window will close
without the anti-trap function Ÿ.
WARNING (continued)