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WARNING
Baggage net supports that are not secured correctly can be released from
the guide in case of the sudden braking or accident. As a result, objects
may be fired through the passenger compartment causing serious injury or
death.
xAlways ensure that the baggage net supports are correctly inserted into
the rails; the red mark should not be visible.
xNever secure a child seat to the baggage net supports.
Caution
xThe baggage net supports placed on the rail system can be damaged
when folding down seats from the third row or putting them back into posi-
tion and these can also damage the seats themselves. Before folding down
or repositioning the seats, remove the baggage net supports from the rail
system.
Retaining hooks
On the right-hand side of the luggage compartment, there are folding
retaining hooks Ÿfig. 105 that can be used to secure light shopping bags.
xPress the retaining hooks down Ÿfig. 105 (arrow) and fold them.
xHook the bags in place.
xAfter use, raise the hooks again.
WARNING
Never use these hooks to secure objects. In case of sudden braking or an
accident, the hooks could rupture.
Caution
The hooks can support a maximum of 2.5 kg (about 5 lbs).
Fig. 105 In the luggage
compartment: retaining
hooks.

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Roof carrier system
Introduction
The vehicle roof has been designed to optimise aerodynamics. For this
reason, conventional roof carrier systems cannot be secured to the roof rails.
Given that the water drains have been incorporated into the roof for aerody-
namic reasons, only the SEAT approved basic supports and roof carrier
systems can be used.
When should the roof carrier system be removed?
xWhen it is not being used.
xWhen the vehicle is being washed in a car wash.
xWhen the vehicle height exceeds the maximum height (for example, in a
garage).
Additional information and warnings:
xLight Ÿpage 113
xTransporting Ÿpage 13
xEcological driving Ÿpage 252
xWheels and tyres Ÿpage 323
xAccessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications Ÿpage 285
WARNING
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.
xAlways secure loads correctly with suitable and undamaged attach-
ment rope or straps.
xLarge, heavy, wide and flat loads negatively affect the vehicle aerody-
namics, centre of gravity and handling.
xAvoid brusque manoeuvres and sudden braking.
xAdjust your speed and driving style to visibility, road, traffic and
weather conditions.
Caution
xAlways remove the roof carrier system from the roof before entering a car
wash.
xThe height of your vehicle is changed by the installation of the roof carrier
and the load secured on it. Compare the vehicle height with the passage
height, for example in underground car parks or entering garage doors.
xThe roof antenna, the range of the panoramic sliding roof and the tailgate
should not be affected by the roof carrier system and the load being trans-
ported.
xTake extra care not to let the tailgate strike the roof load when opening.
For the sake of the environment
The vehicle uses more fuel when the roof carrier system is fitted.
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Cup holders
Introduction
Bottle holders
There is a bottle holder in the open compartments in the driver and front
passenger doors and in that of the sliding door.
Additional information and warnings:
xCare and cleaning of the vehicle interior Ÿpage 278
WARNING
Improper use of the cup holders can cause injury.
xNever place hot drinks in the drink holders. During sudden braking or
driving manoeuvres, the hot drink could be spilled and lead to scalding.
xEnsure that bottles and other object is dropped in the driver footwell,
as it could get under the pedals and obstruct their working.
xNever place heavy containers, food or other heavy objects in the cup
holder. In the event of an accident, these heavy objects could be thrown
around the passenger compartment and cause serious injuries.
WARNING
Closed bottles inside the vehicle could explode or crack due to the heat or
the cold.
xNever leave a closed bottle in the vehicle if the inside temperature is
too high or too low.
Caution
Do not leave open cans in the cup holders when the vehicle is in motion. They
could spill during braking, for example, and cause damage to the vehicle and
the electrical system.
Note
The cup holders can be removed for cleaning.
Cup holders in front centre console
xTo open, move the cover backwards Ÿfig. 122.
xTo close, move the cover forwards.
Fig. 122 Front centre
console: cup holder.

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Ashtray and cigarette lighter*
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
xSockets Ÿpage 175.
xAccessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications Ÿpage 285.
WARNING
Undue use of the ashtray and cigarette lighter may cause a fire or burns and
other serious injuries.
xNever put paper or other flammable objects in the ashtray.
Ashtray
There are ashtrays located on the front of the centre console Ÿfig. 124 and
on the rear lining of the back door.
Opening and closing the ashtray
xTo open, lift the ashtray cover.
xTo close, push the ashtray cover down.
Emptying the ashtray
xRemove the ashtray from the cup holder or lining of the door by pulling it
upwards.
xAfter emptying the ashtray, insert it from above into the cup holder or door
lining.
Cigarette lighter
Depending on the vehicle equipment, there may be a lighter to the front of the
centre console Ÿfig. 125 or in the compartment to the front of the centre
console.Fig. 124 Front centre
console: ashtray closed.
Fig. 125 Front centre
console: lighter.

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Toll card reader*
Introduction
With the toll card reader switched on and operational, the price will be auto-
matically charged when the vehicle crosses a toll. A sound will confirm
payment. A voice will inform you of the price to pay, together with an indica-
tion of the location on the navigation system display.
Additional information and warnings:
xAccessories, parts replacement, repairs and modifications Ÿpage 285
WARNING
Using the toll card reader while the vehicle is in motion may distract you
from the road and lead to accidents.
Description
Starting the toll reader
Switch on the radio navigation system and insert a suitable ETC card into the
toll card reader Ÿfig. 128 (arrow).
A long acoustic signal and the display of the ETC symbol in the status line of
the radio navigation system will indicate that the card is operational.
Removing the toll card
Press the button Ÿfig. 128 to remove the toll card.
Error message
If a short signal is heard after switching the system on, this indicates an error
(e.g. ETC card not inserted or faulty). The toll card reader is not operational.
Fig. 128 In the glove
compartment on the front
passenger side: Toll card
reader.
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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a The Technical Service does not accept liability for damage resulting from
technical modifications or repairs performed incorrectly; neither is the SEAT
warranty valid in these cases.
SEAT recommends you have any technical modifications or repairs performed
at a SEAT authorised service and that you use genuine SEAT spare parts
®.
Vehicles with special accessories and equipment
The manufacturers of additional equipment guarantee that the equipment
complies with applicable laws and regulations with respect to the environ-
ment, in particular Directives 2000/53/CE and 2003/11/CE. The first direc-
tive governs the disposal of end-of-life vehicles while the second refers to the
restrictions on the marketing and use of certain dangerous substances and
preparations.
The vehicle owner should keep the documentation for the additional equip-
ment safely and hand it over to the scrap yard at the end of the vehicle's
service life. This ensures that any additional equipment mounted in end-of-
life vehicles is correctly disposed of with respect for the environment.
WARNING
Repairs or modifications which are not performed correctly may result in
damage or errors in the vehicle operation, affecting the efficiency of the
driver assist systems. This could result in serious accident.
xAll repairs and modifications to the vehicle should only be performed
by a qualified workshop.
Repair and faults in the airbag system
When performing repairs and technical modifications, SEAT's directives
must be observed! ŸModifications and repairs to the front bumper, doors, front seats, and repairs
to the roof or chassis should only be carried out in a qualified workshop.
These components may contain parts or sensors belonging to the airbag
system.
If work is carried out on the airbag system or remove and fit parts of the
system when performing other repair work, parts of the airbag system may be
damaged. The consequence may be that, in the event of an accident, the
airbag inflates incorrectly or does not inflate at all.
So that the effectiveness of the airbag is not reduced and that removed parts
do not cause any injuries or environmental pollution, regulations must be
observed. These requirements are known to qualified dealerships.
Modifications to the vehicle suspension may affect the operation of the
airbag system in the event of collision. For example, if wheel and tyre combi-
nations not approved by SEAT are used, or if the vehicle height is lowered, the
suspension is stiffened or the suspension springs, telescopic arms, dampers,
etc., are modified, the results received by the airbag sensors and sent to the
control unit may not be accurate. For example, some modifications to the
suspension could increase the force measured by the sensors and result in
the triggering of the airbag systems in collisions. Under normal conditions,
the measured values would be lower and the airbag would not have been trig-
gered. Other modifications may reduce the forces measured by the sensors
and therefore the airbags are not triggered in situations when they should
have triggered.
WARNING
Repairs or modifications which are not performed correctly may result in
damage or errors in the vehicle operation, affecting the efficiency of the
airbag systems. This could result in serious or fatal accident.
xAll repairs and modifications to the vehicle should only be performed
by a qualified workshop.
xAirbag modules must never be repaired: if damaged, they must be
replaced.