remove seats Seat Alhambra 2006 User Guide

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WARNING
If you do not hold the backrest firmly when you operate the lever for
adjusting the backrest angle, the backrest will be pushed forward by
springs. Risk of injury.
•Always hold the backrest firmly when you adjust the backrest angle.
•Please observe safety recommendations concerning seats
Ÿpage 131.
Removing and fitting individual seats
The seats can be fitted and removed more easily by two
people than by one person.
Removing an individual seat
– Push the head restraint down as far as it will go Ÿpage 123.
– Fold down the backrests Ÿpage 128
– Fold the seat forwards Ÿpage 128
– When removing a seat in the third row
28), push the seat back as
far as it will go and forwards as far as it will go when removing a
seat in the second row.
– Push the two bars Ÿfig. 93 under the seat together in the direc-
tion of the arrow and lift the seat out of the floor anchors.
Assembling seat
– Push the bars underneath the seat together in the direction of
the arrow and hold them in this position.
Fig. 93 Bar for removing
and installing the indi-
vidual seat
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Fig. 94 Installing the
seat: bar and retaining
bolts

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– Place the seat frame Ÿpage 129, fig. 94 between the
retaining bolts in the floor anchors and release both bars.
– Pull the seat up to ensure that it is properly engaged in the front
floor anchors
– Fold the seat back until it engages in the rear floor anchors.
– Fold the backrest back and adjust the head restraint to suit body
size.
Covers for the floor anchors
After removing the seats in the passenger compartment, it is possible to fix
covers to the floor anchors to stop dirt getting into them, for example. You will
receive 12 covers delivered with the vehicle.
Guide the cover into the floor anchoring and press it in.
The covers will have to be removed by levering them off with the vehicle key
before you can install the seats.
WARNING
Please observe safety recommendations concerning seats Ÿpage 131.
ArmrestsAA
AB
Fig. 95 Removable
armrest: button
Fig. 96 Protective bag for
the removable armrests

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Adjusting the armrest
– Turn the thumb wheel underneath the armrests to adjust the
angle of the armrests to your requirement.
Removable armrest
29)
– Take hold of the armrest at the rear and press the button
Ÿpage 130, fig. 95 in the direction of the arrow.
– With the button pressed, pull the armrest off to the side out of the
holder.
– When installing, please ensure that the armrest engages
securely in the holder.
The removable armrests for the second row of seats can be found in a trans-
port bag Ÿpage 130, fig. 96.
The bag hangs from a head restraint of a seat in the last row of seats or, in
vehicles with 4 integrated child seats
29), on the centre seat of the second row
of seats.
WARNING
•The transport bag should always be secured properly when travelling in
the vehicle as it could otherwise be a safety risk in an accident or braking
manoeuvre. We recommend that you keep the bag at home.
•The bag, if you do decide to keep it in the vehicle, may not be secured
to the head restraint of an integrated child seat. The backrest could be
forced forward in an accident or braking manoeuvre due to the weight of the
bag.
Safety instructions for seats
WARNING
•Occupants may travel on the seats in the passenger compartment only
if the following conditions are fulfilled at the same time:
−The seats must always be fitted in the appropriate floor anchors and
must be securely engaged.
−The backrest of all seats must be in the upright position and securely
engaged in this position.
−The seat occupants must have access to the seat belts. The seat
belts must be fitted correctly.
−All the occupants of the vehicle must be correctly seated while
driving.
•A seat which has been removed can cause injury if it is transported in
the vehicle. Each seat must always be fitted in the floor anchors and must
be securely engaged. The backrest must be in an upright position. If a
bench seat is not properly secured, it could become a life-threatening
hazard for all vehicle occupants.
•Make sure that the bases of seats are not soiled or damaged when
removed from the vehicle.
•All adjustment to the seats, including fitting and removal, may be
carried out only when the vehicle is stationary.
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Some seat settings for the Alhambra
Examples of how the seating layout can be altered.
Of course, the illustrations show only some of the many seat combinations
possible in the Alhambra. You can, for example, purchase corresponding
retainers for your bicycle from SEAT Service. That means you will be able to
protect your bicycles from both theft and the weather when transporting
them.Or you turn
30) the driver and front passenger seats 180° to use the Alhambra
as a conference room or breakfast room. Or you can easily remove the seats
in the third row
30) in order to travel with a lot of luggage.
WARNING
•Luggage and other items in the luggage or passenger compartment can
be thrown forward in a braking manoeuvre. Please ensure that these items
are secured properly.
•Do not release the backrest of a seat in the second row when folding a
seat in the third row of seats forwards. Serious injuries can occur if a back-
rest has not been properly engaged in position.
Fig. 97 Alhambra loaded
with luggage.
Fig. 98 Alhambra trans-
formed into conference
room
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WARNING
The folding tables may not be folded down whilst the vehicle is in motion
and anyone is seated on the second row of seats. There is a risk on injury
during a sudden braking manoeuvre! The table must therefore be closed
and properly secured whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Clothes hangers
Removing the clothes hanger
– Remove the head restraint Ÿpage 123.
– Pull the clothes hanger
33) off the rods of the head restraint
Ÿfig. 108.
WARNING
•The hanger must never be attached to the head restraint of a seat used
by children, as the head restraint does not engage completely and will
come off in the event of an accident.
•A hanger may only be fitted on a head restraint when no one is seated
in the seat behind. In the event of an accident, it could cause injury.
Caution
The clothes hangers should only be secured on the driver and front
passenger seats and not on the seats in the passenger compartment. The
side trim will otherwise be damaged when folding the seats backwards and
forwards.
Net bag for small objects
33)Optional equipment
Fig. 108 Clothes hangers
on the front seat
Fig. 109 Net bag on seats
in second row

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a The seats in the second row are fitted with a net bag Ÿpage 138, fig. 109 for
the stowage of small objects.
The bag will hold a newspaper, can or standard bottle of up to a maximum of
0.5 litres Ÿ.
WARNING
•Ensure, when driving, that no can or other object is dropped in the
driver foot well, as it could get under the pedals and obstruct their working.
In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre, you will not be able
to operate the brake, clutch or accelerator pedal. Risk of accident!
Ashtrays, cigarette lighter and electrical
sockets
Front ashtray
Opening and closing the ashtray
– To open move the ashtray cover Ÿfig. 110 forwards (arrow),
until it engages.
– To close, push the cover down as far as it will go.
Emptying the ashtray
– To remove the ashtray insert, pull it to the front until it engages.
– Take out the ashtray.
No-smoking versions of the vehicle have a stowage compartment in place of
the ashtray.
WARNING
•Never put paper in the ashtray. Hot ash could ignite the paper in the
ashtray.
Fig. 110 Front ashtray

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Rear ashtrays
Emptying the rear door ashtrays
– Open the ashtray and remove the interior of the ashtray.
WARNING
•Never put paper in the ashtray. Hot ash could ignite the paper in the
ashtray.
Cigarette lighter
– Open the ashtray.Ÿpage 139, fig. 110
– Press the lighter button Ÿfig. 112 inwards Ÿ.
– Wait for the lighter to pop out slightly.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the cigarette on the
glowing coil.
No-smoking versions of the vehicle are fitted with a 12-volt socket in place of
the lighter Ÿpage 141.
WARNING
•Improper use of the cigarette lighter can lead to serious injuries or start
a fire.
Fig. 111 Rear ashtrayFig. 112 Cigarette lighter
in the ashtray

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•Take care when using the cigarette lighter. Carelessness or negligence
when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns, risk of injury.
•The cigarette lighter also works when the ignition is off and when the
ignition key is removed. To avoid the risk of fire, never leave children unsu-
pervised in the vehicle.
Sockets
Electrical equipment can be connected to any of the 12 volt
sockets.
Socket in the centre console
The 12 Volt socket in the stowage area or the 12 Volt socket of the cigarette
lighter
34) can be used for further electrical consumers with a power rating of
up to 120 Watt.
Socket, luggage compartment
34)
Electrical equipment can be connected to the 12-volt socket in the luggage
compartment Ÿfig. 113 The appliances connected to each socket must not
exceed a power rating of 120 Watt.
The socket is supplied with electricity from the additional battery on vehicles
equipped with an additional battery
34)
WARNING
The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them are also func-
tional with the ignition switched off and the key removed. Improper use of
the sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a
fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
Note
•Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain the
battery.
•Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions on
Ÿpage 202.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 113 Socket, luggage
compartment
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Hazard warning triangles and first aid kit
Warning triangle
The hazard warning triangle may be fitted in the bracket behind the right trim
of the luggage compartment.
Note
The warning triangle is not part of the vehicle's standard equipment.
First-aid kit
In the bracket located behind the right hand trim in the luggage compartment
there is space for a standard first aid kit and the hazard warning triangle.
For reasons of space, in vehicles fitted with a removable tow bar
35) the
bracket only holds a smaller first aid kit and the hazard warning triangle.
Note
•In some vehicles the first aid kit bracket is behind the left hand trim in the
luggage compartment.
•The first aid kit is not issued as a standard feature with the vehicle.
•The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements.
•Observe the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. You should
purchase a new first-aid kit as soon as possible after the shelf-life date of the
first-aid kit has expired.
•Before buying accessories and replacement parts, refer to the note “
Accessories, modifications and renewal of parts”.
Luggage compartment
Loading the luggage compartment
All luggage and other loose objects must be safely secured in
the luggage compartment.
Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles
well at all times:
– If necessary, remove the seats to increase the load area.
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible in the luggage compart-
ment.
– Place and stow heavy objects directly on the floor of the vehicle.
If possible they should be positioned above or in front of the rear
axle.
– Drive particularly carefully if you are transporting heavy objects
Ÿpage 144.
– Use suitable straps to secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening
rings Ÿpage 143.
– If objects protrude over the end of the vehicle, you must draw the
attention of other road users to this. Observe legal requirements
when doing so.
When driving with the tailgate open, please observe the instructions on
Ÿpage 98.
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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.
•Remember that transporting heavy objects modifies the driving condi-
tions as the centre of gravity has been altered. There is a risk of accident.
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 the 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 .
Caution
•Avoid overloading small areas by placing heavy objects on the vehicle
floor.
•The wires of the heating element in the rear window and the window aerial
in the rear side windows could be damaged if objects on the luggage
compartment cover rub against them.
•If you have removed the seats from the passenger compartment, you
should place a large, robust covering over the floor anchors to prevent
damage.
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 fastening rings in the luggage compartment which
can be used to secure luggage and other objects.
– Always use suitable undamaged belts for fastening the luggage
or any other object tot he anchorage rings Ÿ in “Loading the
luggage compartment” on page 142.
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.