warning Seat Alhambra 2007 Owner's Manual

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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
•
Always stow objects safely in the vehicle and secure them on the
fastening rings if necessary.
•
Use suitable specialist straps to secure heavy objects.
•
Loose objects in the vehicle can move suddenly. As the centre of gravity
moves, safety is impaired and the vehicle becomes difficult to handle.
•
During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects can be thrown
forward, injuring vehicle occupants or passers-by. 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 inte rior of the vehicle 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 all
windows, the tailgate and all doors when you leave the vehicle.
•
Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. Every
passenger must be properly belted in.
Luggage compartment cover
The luggage compartment cover protects your luggage from
prying eyes.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 114 Luggage
compartment: holders on
the rightFig. 115 Luggage
compartment: holders on
the left
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Opening the luggage compartment cover
– After fitting the luggage compartment cover, pull the handle on the cover back and hook in the cover on the side.
Removing the luggage compartment cover
– Press the unlock button (with the luggage compartment cover rolled up) ⇒ page 145, fig. 114 in the direction of the arrow
and remove the cover from the right holder upwards.
– Remove the cover from the left holder in the direction of the arrow and remove from the vehicle.
Fitting the luggage compartment cover
– Push the luggage compartment cover to the stop in the direction of the arrow ⇒page 145, fig. 115 into the left-hand holder.
– Press the cover down into the right-hand holder until it engages in position.Light items of clothing or other objects on the luggage compartment cover
can restrict visibility through the rear window.
WARNING
•
Never leave hard, heavy or sharp objects on the shelf (unrolled) or in the
pockets of clothing on the luggage compartment cover. Animals must
never be allowed onto the luggage compartment cover. During a sudden
braking or driving manoeuvre or an accident, these objects and animals
endanger all vehicle occupants. Risk of injury.
Caution
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 compart-
ment cover rub against them.Net bag – To remove the net bag unhook the six hooks ⇒fig. 116 (arrows).The net bag behind the last row of seats is used to store light items of
luggage. The net partition can prevent items of luggage from being thrown
forward into the vehicle in sudden braking manoeuvres or in accidents.
A1
A2
A3
Fig. 116 Net partition
fitted in the vehicle
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
WARNING
Always fit the net partition carefully, observing the instructions. Risk of
injury.•
Heavy, pointed or sharp items which are not stowed securely can cause
injury in the event of sudden braking m anoeuvres or accidents, even if the
net bag is correctly assembled.
•
For reasons of safety, vehicle occupants must not travel behind a fitted
safety net.
Roof carrierSafety notes on using the roof carrier
The roof carrier system must always be installed exactly
according to the instructions provided.•
Your vehicle has special roof rails on the right and left for fitting the
mounts. Therefore, standard roof carriers cannot be used.
•
The mounts are the basis of a complete roof carrier system. Special
fixtures must then be added in order to safely transport luggage, bicycles,
skis, surf boards or boats on the roof. All these system components are avail-
able from SEAT Service. We recommend you use genuine SEAT roof carrier
systems. If you wish to use a different roof carrier, make sure that it can be
fitted securely to your vehicle and that it cannot damage your vehicle.
•
We recommend that you keep the assembly instructions provided by the
roof carrier manufacturer in your vehicle wallet.
•
Only the fitted retainers may be used to secure the carrier feet on vehicles
without a roof railing . These retainers are located underneath the plastic rain
channel between the markings.
•
In vehicles with roof edging
36), the basic supports can be fitted on the
edge making sure to adapt the distance between the supports to the objects
to be carried. On vehicles with a sliding/tilting roof
36), however, the front
carrier may not be fitted near the rear ed ge of the sliding/tilting roof when the
roof is open.
When should the roof carrier be removed?
•
When it is not needed (to save fuel, reduce wind noise and avoid theft).
•
Before cleaning in an automatic car wash.
WARNING
•
If you do not use mounts approved by SEAT or fail to fit them according
to instructions, the load or the roof carr ier itself may fall off the vehicle roof
and onto the street. Risk of accident or injury.
•
The risk of an accident is increased by transporting heavy or bulky
loads on the roof, which affects the car' s handling by shifting the centre of
gravity and increasing susceptibility to cross winds. Both circumstances
increase the risk of accident. Theref ore you must adapt your driving style
and speed to the prevailing conditions - avoid sudden braking or driving
manoeuvres when there is a load on the roof carrier.
•
The roof carrier system must always be installed exactly according to
the instructions provided.Caution
•
Check all bolted connections and fastenings for the roof carrier system
before every trip. If necessary, tighten bolted connections and check the
system at regular, appropri ate intervals, e.g. at each stop during a long trip.
•
The height of your vehicle is changed by the installation of the roof carrier
and the load secured on it. Bear this in mind when driving through garage
doors or low underpasses – there is danger of damage to the vehicle.
36)Optional equipment
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Damage to the vehicle caused by incorrect installation of mounts or roof
carrier systems not approved by the factory are excluded from the vehicle
warranty.
Securing the load
Loads transported on the roof carrier must be securely
attached. The car's handling is affected when transporting
loads.The maximum permissible roof load for your vehicle is 75 kg. The load limit
applies to the combined weight of the carrier system and the load itself.
Distribute the load evenly. However, if you are using a roof carrier with a lower
weight rating, you will not be able to carry the maximum roof load. Do not
exceed the maximum weight limit for the roof carrier which is listed in the
fitting instructions.
WARNING
•
If damaged, fine or inadequate securing straps are used to fasten
objects carried on the roof, they could break in the event of sharp braking.
This could cause an accident and serious injury.
•
Always use appropriate securing straps to secure objects on the roof
carrier against sliding or flying off.,This could cause an accident. The load
must be correctly secured.
•
Always respect the maximum authorised weight for the roof, the
maximum authorised weight on the axles and the total maximum author-
ised weight of the vehicle. Otherwise there is danger of causing an acci-
dent.
•
The risk of an accident is increased by transporting heavy or bulky
loads on the roof, which affects the car's handling by shifting the centre of
gravity and increasing susceptibility to cross winds. Both circumstances increase the risk of accident. Therefore you must adapt your driving style
and speed to the prevailing conditions - avoid sudden braking or driving
manoeuvres when there is a load on the roof carrier.
Caution
Please take extra care not to let the tailga
te or rear window strike the roof load
when open – there is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
The roof carrier is often left on the roof for convenience even if it is not being
used. However, increased air resistance means that the vehicle uses more
fuel. For this reason you should always ta ke off the roof carrier when it is not
in use.Cooling and heating box*Notes on usage
The cooling and heating box may on ly be i nstalled in the p osi -
tion of rear left seat in the third row.Power can be supplied by any of the 12 Volt sockets in the vehicle. It
consumes approximately 33 watts and has a capacity of approximately 32
litres.
The battery will discharge if the cooling and heating box is used for a long
period while the engine is switched off.
WARNING (continued)
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Switching on the heating function
– Insert the cable plug in the cooling and heating box so that the red marking on the plug is pointing to the notch.
– Insert the connector cable plug into one of the vehicle's 12 volt sockets.
– Keep the lid of the cooling and heating box closed.
Switching the cooling and heating box off fully
– Disconnect the power supply to the 12 Volt socket.The internal temperature of the cooling and heating box is dependent on the
temperature in the vehicle. In cooling mode, the internal temperature can be
max. 20 degrees below the temperature in the vehicle. In heating mode it can
be max. 35 degrees above the temperature in the vehicle ⇒ in “Safety
notes on using the cooling and heating box” on page 150.
If you switch directly from cooling to heating (or vice versa) it will take a rela-
tively long time for the interior to reach the desired temperature.
Faults
If the cooling and heating box does not work, proceed as follows:•
Check whether there is power and whether the plug is securely in the
socket.
•
Make sure the power cable is not damaged.
•
Check the fuse for the power supply to the 12 Volt socket.
•
Run the engine to recharge the battery.
If these steps do not help, co ntact a qualified dealership.
Safety notes on using the cooling and heating box
WARNING
•
For reasons of safety, the cooling and heating box lid must always be
closed and latched when the vehicle is in motion. The cooling and heating
box must always be firmly secured in the correct floor anchorings.
•
If the temperature in the vehicle is too low, the temperature in the box
may fall below +2 degrees and the cont ents may freeze. Bottles and other
containers could burst. Risk of injury.
•
For reasons of safety, the cooling and heating box lid mu st not be used
as a table or shelf when the vehicle is in motion.
•
Always close the lid of the cooling and heating box before the vehicle
moves off. If the flap is open, it could drop down when the vehicle moves
off. Risk of injury.
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− ECON (cooling system off) or
− OFF (entire system off)
Outside temperature display
Display for windscreen defrosting – lights up when the windscreen
defrosting function is switched on
Display for air recirculation mode
Display for air flow
Display of the selected interior temperature front
Display of the blower setting rear
Display of the selected interior temperature rear
Button for the automatic mode
Button for air recirculation mode
Button for reducing the blower speed front
Button for raising the blower speed front
Button for directing th e air flow to the chest
Button for directing the air flow to the footwell
Button for reducing the temperature front
Button for raising the temperature front
Button for reducing the blower speed rear
Button for raising the blower speed rear
Button for reducing the temperature rear
Button for raising the temperature rear
Button for switching the cooling system off
Switching between Celsius and Fahrenheit
Press and hold the button and press the button.
The selected temperature unit is then displayed.
WARNING
For road safety all windows must be clear of ice, snow, and condensation.
This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise yourself with
the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system, including the
demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Note
Please observe the general notes ⇒page 157.Automatic mode
In automatic mode air temperature, flow, and distribution are
automatically regulated so that a specified temperature is
attained as quickly as possible and then maintained.Switching on automatic mode
– Press the button .
– Select the desired temperature. We recommend 22°C (72°F).A comfortable interior climate is quickly reached when a temperature of
+22°C (72°F) is set in automatic mode. It can be changed as necessary to suit
individual preferences or particular cir cumstances. It is possible to select
interior temperatures from +18°C (64° F) to +29°C (86°F). These are approxi-
mate temperatures and the actual temperature may be slightly higher or
lower depending on the outside conditions.
If a temperature below +18°C (17.78°C) is selected, the display switches to
LO The temperature is not controlled and in AUTO mode, the system runs at
maximum cooling output.
A4A5A6A7A8A9A10A11
AUTO
A12

A13

A14

A15

A16

A17

A18

A19

A20

A21

A22

A23
ECON
ECON
AUTO
AUTO
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154Temperature
The selected temperature setting is shown on the display. It is possible to
select interior temperatures from +18°C (64°F) to +29°C (86°F). These are
approximate temperatures and the actual temperature may be slightly higher
or lower depending on the outside conditions.
If a temperature below +18°C (17.78°C) is selected, the display switches to
LO The temperature is not controlled and in AUTO mode, the system runs at
maximum cooling output.
If a temperature above +29°C (86°F) is selected, the display switches to HI In
this setting the system runs at maximum heating output and the temperature
is not controlled.
Blower
The blower can be adjusted gradually using the controls y . Always
have the blower running at a low setting to ensure a constant flow of fresh air
into the vehicle. If the blower is set to 0, the Climatronic is switched off.
Air distribution
The air distribution is adjusted using the buttons and . It is also
possible to open and close some of the air outlets separately.
Switching off the cooling system
Pressing the button switches off th e air cooling system to save fuel.
The temperature continues to be controll ed, but the air cannot be cooled. The
set temperature can then only be reached if it is higher than the outside
temperature.
Switching the Climatronic on/off
Press button until OFF is shown on display . The Climatronic is switched
off. This function should be used in ce rtain situations only (e. g. if the system
develops a fault).
The Climatronic is switched back on by pressing button .
WARNING
When the Climatronic is off open a window to ensure an adequate supply of
fresh air in the vehicle. Otherwise, when the Climatronic is switched off, no
fresh air enters the vehicle. Stale or contaminated air inside the vehicle
may cause drowsiness, increasing the risk of accident.Air recirculation mode
Air recirculation mode prevents fumes or unpleasant smells
from entering the vehicle.– Press the button ⇒page 153, fig. 119 to switch air recircula-
tion mode on or off. This is ON if the symbol is displayed
on the screen.Air recirculation mode pr events strong odours in the ambient air from
entering the vehicle interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in
queuing traffic.
When the outside temperature is low, us ing air recirculation mode provides
more effective heating by heating air from the vehicle interior instead of cold
air from outside.
When the outside temperature is high, using air recirculation mode provides
more effective cooling by cooling air fr om the vehicle interior instead of warm
air from outside.




ECON
A13
A3
AUTO

A12

A6
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WARNING
Do not leave the air recirculation function on for long periods. In air recircu-
lation mode, no fresh air enters the vehicle interior. Also, if the cooling
system is switched off, the windows can quickly mist over. Stale or contam-
inated air inside the vehicle may cause drowsiness, increasing the risk of
accident.Climatronic for the passenger compartmentSetting the blower speed for the passenger compartment
– The temperature is selected with buttons ⇒fig. 120 and .
It remains stored until another temperature is selected. Setting the blower speed for the passenger compartment
– Buttons and are used to lower or raise the blower speed
and thus adjust the air volume.
The Climatronic for the rear works only in air recirculation mode. Fresh air is
not drawn into the vehicle.
Fig. 120 Detail of the dash panel: Climatronic controls
A21
A22
A19
A20
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Tips and Maintenance
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Air vents in the roof
In vehicles with a second cooling system
39) for ventilating the passenger
compartment, an air outlet is fitted in the roof above each rear seat
⇒ fig. 122 .
The air outlets in the roof can be opened and closed individually and
adjusted by moving the grid.
Each air outlet has two thumb wheels. The left thumb wheel can be used to
open and close the air outlet. The right th umb wheel can be used to direct the
air towards the head and chest.
WARNING
Never leave objects, food or medicines in front of the air outlets in the rear
seats. The hot air could damage or dest roy heat-sensitive objects, food or
medicines.
Caution
Do not use the area in front of the outl ets to store objects. This could cause
the blower to overheat and switch off. The blower could also be damaged.
Note
In the cooling mode, at least one air outlet in the roof must be open. The
cooling system could otherwise ice over.
General notesThe pollution filter
The pollution filter serves as a barrier against impurities in the outside air (
e.g.dust and pollen).
For the air conditioning system to work with maximum efficiency, the pollen
filter must be replaced at the intervals specified in the Service Schedule.
If the filter loses efficiency prematurely due to use in areas with very high
levels of air pollution, the pollen filte r must be changed more frequently than
stated in the Service Schedule.
Instructions for use
If the air conditio ning or Climatronic
40) is not switched on for a long period,
deposits on the evaporator can cause unpleasant smells. To prevent these
odours, the cooling system should be run at the highest blower setting at
least once a month when temperatures are over +5°C. Briefly open a window
at the same time.
Faults in the operation of the air conditioning
There is a fault if the all the symbols in the Climatronic flash for approx. 15
seconds when the ignition is switched on. Contact a specialist workshop.
If the air conditioning system cannot be switched on this may be caused by
the following reasons:
•
the engine is not running.
•
The blower is switched off.
•
The outside temperature is lower than +5°C.
•
the cooling system compressor has been temporarily switched off
because the engine coolant temperature is too high.
•
The air conditioner fuse is faulty.
39)Optional equipment
40)Optional equipment
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Another fault in the vehicle. Have the air conditioner checked by a quali-
fied workshop.
WARNING
Please note that when the Climatronic is switched off, no fresh air will enter
the vehicle interior. For this reason you should ensure that sufficient fresh
air is able to enter the vehicle by opening a window or the sliding/tilting
sunroof
40) when the Climatronic is switched off.
Caution
•
If you suspect that the air conditioner is damaged, switch off the air condi-
tioner with button to prevent further damage and have it checked by a
qualified workshop.
•
Repairs to the air conditioning system require specialist knowledge and
special tools. Therefore, we recommend that you take the vehicle to a quali-
fied workshop should problems occur.Note
•
If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high, condensa-
tion can drip off the evaporator in the cooling system and form a pool under-
neath the vehicle, this is completely normal and there is no need to suspect
a leak.
•
Keep the air intake slots in front of the windscreen free of snow, ice and
leaves to ensure heating and cooling is not impaired, and to prevent the
windows misting over.
•
The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows
and the sliding /tilting roof
40) closed. However, if the sun has heated up the
vehicle, the air inside can be cooled more quickly by opening the windows for
a short period.
•
Do not smoke while air recirculation mode is on, as smoke drawn into the
cooling system leaves a residue on the evaporator, producing a permanent
unpleasant odour.
ECON
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