warning Seat Alhambra 2010 Owner's Guide

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xNever mount a child seat in the front passenger seat or remove the
mounted child seat! The front passenger airbag may deploy during an acci-
dent in spite of the fault.
Caution
Always pay attention to any lit lamps and to the corresponding descriptions
and instructions to avoid damage to the vehicle.
WARNING (continued)

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Airbag system
Description and function of the airbag
The airbag can protect vehicle occupants in the event of an accidents, cush-
ioning the movement of the occupants in the direction of the collision in
frontal and side accidents.
Deployed airbags fill with a propellant gas. This causes the airbag covers to
break and the airbags to deploy extremely quickly in their entire deployment
space within fractions of a second. When an occupant with the seat belt prop-
erly fastened puts pressure on the inflated airbag, the propellant gas escapes
to absorb the force of the impact and slow the movement. This reduces the
risk of severe or fatal injuries. Airbag deployment does not mean that other
types of injury such as swelling, bruising, burns and skin injuries can be ruled
out.
Airbags do not protect the arms or the lower part of the body.
The most important factors for triggering the airbag are the type of accident,
the angle of impact, the vehicle speed and the characteristics of the object
the vehicle hits. Therefore, airbags are not triggered every time the vehicle is
visibly damaged.
The airbag system is designed to be triggered in collisions with a severe
impact. The front, curtain, side and knee airbags may be triggered under
special circumstances. The scope of any visible damage to the vehicle is not
an indication of airbag deployment.
Airbags act in conjunction with three-point seat belts in the event of certain
accidents, when the vehicle deceleration rate is severe enough to trigger the
airbags. Airbags only deploy once and only under certain circumstances. Seat
belts remain present to offer protection in situations where airbags are not
triggered or where they have already deployed. For example, when a vehicle
hits another after an initial collision or is hit by another vehicle.The airbag system is an integral part of the car's passive safety system. The
airbag system can only work effectively when the occupants are wearing their
seat belts correctly and have adjusted the head restraints properly
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Ÿpage 10.
Vehicle safety components
The following safety equipment makes up the vehicle safety design to reduce
the risk of severe and fatal injuries. Depending on the vehicle equipment,
some equipment may not be fitted in the vehicle or may not be available in
some markets.
xOptimised seat belts for all seats.
xBelt tension devices for the driver and front passenger and, where appli-
cable, on the outer seats of the second row of seats in combination with the
side airbags.
xFurthermore, belt tension limiters for the driver's and front passenger's
seat belt.
xBelt height adjustment for the front seats and, where applicable, the
outer seats of the second row of seats.
xSeat belt warning lamp
xFrontal airbags for driver and passenger.
xSide airbags for the driver, front passenger and, where applicable, the
outer seats of the second row of seats.
xLeft and right curtain airbags.
xOne airbag for the driver's knees.
xAirbag control lamp T.
xPASSENGER AIR BAG /&&  control lamp.
xControl units and sensors.
xHeight-adjustable head restraint optimised for rear collisions.
xAdjustable steering column.
xWhere applicable, mountings for child seats on the rear seats and on the
front passenger's seat.

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the front
occupants additional protection for the head and chest in the event of a
severe frontal collision. Always remains as far away as possible from the front
airbag. This way, the front airbags can completely deploy when triggered,
providing their maximum protection.
The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel Ÿpage 34,
fig. 17 and the airbag for the front passenger is located in the dash panel
Ÿfig. 18. Airbags are identified by the word “AIRBAG”.
When the front airbags are triggered they fill the zones marked in red (deploy-
ment area) Ÿpage 34, fig. 17. Therefore, objects should never be placed or
mounted in these areas Ÿ, Factory-fitted accessories are outside the
range of the front airbag for the driver and the front passenger, e.g. the base-
plate for the mobile phone support.
The airbag covers fold out of the steering wheel or dash panel when the driver
and front passenger airbags are triggered Ÿfig. 18. The airbag covers
remain connected to the steering wheel or the dash panel.
WARNING
The airbag is deployed at high speed in fractions of a second.
xAlways keep the deployment areas of the front airbags free.
xNever secure objects to the covers or in the deployment area of the
airbag modules, e.g. cup holders or phone supports.
xThe deployment space between the front passengers and the airbags
must not in any case be occupied by other passenger, pets and objects.
xNever fix any object to the windscreen above the front airbag on the
front passenger side.
xDo not alter, cover or stick anything to the steering wheel hub or the
surface of the airbag module on the passenger side of the dash panel.
WARNING
Front airbags are deployed in front of the steering wheel Ÿpage 34, fig. 17
and the dash panel Ÿfig. 18.
Fig. 18 Location and deployment area of the front airbag
for the front passenger.

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xWhen driving, always hold the steering wheel on the outer edge of the
ring with both hands: 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position.
xAdjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between
your chest and the hub of the steering wheel. If you physical constitution
prevents you from meeting these requirements, make sure you contact a
specialist workshop.
xAdjust the front passenger's seat so there is as much distance as
possible between the front passenger and the dash panel.
Types of front passenger airbag systems
There are two different SEAT front passenger airbag systems:
Deactivating and activating the front passenger airbag using
the key switch
The front passenger airbag must be disabled when a rear-facing child seat is
mounted.
Disabling the front passenger airbag
xSwitch the ignition off.
AB
Characteristics of the front passen-
ger airbag that can only be disabled
in a specialist workshop.Characteristics of the front passen-
ger airbag that can be disabled man-
ually Ÿpage 36.
b Name: airbag systemb Name: airbag system with front
passenger airbag disabling.
b Warning lamp T on the instru-
ment panel.b Warning lamp T on the instru-
ment panel.
WARNING (continued)
b Front passenger airbag located in
the dash panel.
b Front passenger airbag located in
the dash panel.
b PASSENGER AIR BAG /&&  warn-
ing lamp on the instrument panel.
b Key switch in the glove compart-
ment on the front passenger side of
the dash panel.
Fig. 19 In the glove
compartment on the front
passenger side: key
switch for disabling and
enabling the front
passenger airbag.

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xOpen glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xUnfold the key shaft Ÿpage 78.
xTurn the key switch to OFF Ÿfig. 19 using the vehicle key.
xClose the glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xThe PASSENGER AIR BAG /&&  control lamp on the instrument panel will
remain lit while the ignition is switched on Ÿpage 31.
Enabling the front passenger airbag
xSwitch the ignition off.
xOpen glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xTurn the key switch to ON Ÿpage 36, fig. 19 using the vehicle key.
xClose the glove compartment on the front passenger side.
xCheck that the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF  control lamp on the instru-
ment panel does not light up while the ignition is switched on Ÿpage 31.
How to know whether the front passenger airbag is disabled
Disabling of the front passenger airbag is only indicated by the PASSENGER
AIR BAG
/&&  control lamp that remains lit on the instrument panel (/&& 
remains yellow) Ÿpage 31, “Warning lamp”.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG
/&&  control lamp on the centre console does not
remain lit or is lit in combination with the control lamp T on the instrument
panel, a child restraint system cannot be mounted on the front passenger's
seat for safety reasons. The front passenger airbag may deploy during an
accident.
WARNING
The front passenger airbag must only be disconnected in special cases.
xDisconnect and connect the front passenger airbag when the ignition is
switched off to avoid damage to the airbag system.
xIt is the driver's responsibility to ensure that the key operated switch is
set to the correct position.
xOnly disconnect the front passenger airbag when a child seat is to be
mounted under exceptional circumstances.
xAs soon as the child seat is no longer needed on the front passenger's
seat, reconnect the front passenger airbag.
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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a In a side collision, the side airbags are triggered on the affected side of the
vehicle, thus reducing the risk of injury to passengers on that side.
WARNING
The airbag is deployed at high speed in fractions of a second.
xAlways keep the deployment areas of the side airbags free.
xOccupants of the front and outer rear seats must never carry any other
people, pets or objects in the deployment space between them and the
airbags.
xThe built-in coat hooks should be used only for lightweight clothing. Do
not leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.
xDo not mount accessories on the doors.
xOnly used protective covers for the seats that are approved for the
vehicle. Otherwise, the side airbag would be obstructed when deployed.
WARNING
Incorrect handling of the driver's and front passenger's seat could prevent
the side airbag from deploying properly and cause severe injuries.
xNever remove the front seats of the vehicle or modify any of their
components.
xGreat forces must not be exerted on the backrest bolsters because the
side airbags might not deploy correctly, might not deploy at all or might
deploy unexpectedly.
xAny damage to the original seat upholstery or around the seams of the
side airbag units must be repaired immediately by a qualified workshop.
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Curtain airbags
The curtain airbags are located on the driver and front passenger side above
the doors Ÿfig. 22. Airbags are identified by the word “AIRBAG”.The area framed red Ÿfig. 22 is covered by the curtain airbag when it is
deployed (deployment area). Therefore, objects should never be placed or
mounted in these areas.
In a side collision, the curtain airbag on the side affected will be deployed.
The airbag covers the windows and pillars.
In a side collision, the curtain airbags for the front and outer rear seats reduce
the risk of injury to the areas of the body facing the impact.
WARNING
The airbag is deployed at high speed in fractions of a second.
xAlways keep the deployment areas of the curtain airbags free.
xDo not fix objects to the cover or in the deployment area of the curtain
airbag.
Fig. 22 On the left side of the vehicle: location and
deployment area of the curtain airbag.
Fig. 23 Deployed curtain
airbags

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xOccupants of the front and outer rear seats must never carry any other
people, pets or objects in the deployment space between them and the
airbags.
xThe built-in coat hooks should be used only for lightweight clothing. Do
not leave any heavy or sharp-edged objects in the pockets.
xDo not mount accessories on the doors.
xDo not fit curtains to the windows other than those expressly approved
for use in the vehicle.
xOnly turn the sun blinds towards the windows if there is no object, e.g.
pens or garage remote controls, secured to the sun blind.
Kneed airbagsThe knee airbag is located on the driver side below the instrument panel
Ÿfig. 24. Airbags are identified by the word “AIRBAG”.
The area framed red Ÿfig. 25 is covered by the knee airbag when it is
deployed (deployment area). Therefore, objects should never be placed or
mounted in these areas.
WARNING
The airbag is deployed at high speed in fractions of a second.
xThe knee airbag is deployed in front of the driver's knees. Always keep
the deployment areas of the knee airbags free.
xNever not fix objects to the cover or in the deployment area of the knee
airbag.
xAdjust the driver's seat so that there is a distance of at least 10 cm (4
inches) between your knees and the location of the knee airbag. If you
physical constitution prevents you from meeting these requirements, make
sure you contact a specialist workshop.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 24 On the driver
side: location of the knee
airbag.
Fig. 25 On the driver
side: Radius of action of
the knee airbag.
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Child safety
Child seats (accessories)
Introduction
Please read the information regarding the airbag system fully before trans-
porting babies and children in a child seat or other child restraint system
installed on the front passenger seat.
This information is extremely important for driver and passenger safety,
particularly that of babies and children.
SEAT recommends the use of child seats from the SEAT accessory
programme. These child seats have been designed and tested for use in SEAT
vehicles. You can purchase child seats with different mountings from a qual-
ified workshop.
Using child restraint systems with a base or foot
Some child retention systems are secured to the seat using a base or foot. For
certain equipment the use of an additional accessory will be necessary (for
example, the accessory for the floor compartment) to fit the child retention
system correctly and securely.
Additional information and warnings:
xAirbag system Ÿpage 33
xIntegrated child seats Ÿpage 52
WARNING
Make sure children are properly belted in and correctly secured to avoid
severe or fatal injuries while the vehicle is in motion.
xNever use a rear-facing child seat in the front passenger seat if the front
passenger airbag is enabled.
xYou should always transport all children up to 12 years of age on the
rear seat.
xChildren must always be protected with an approved child restraint
system suited to their height and weight.
xChildren must assume the proper sitting position and be properly
belted in while travelling.
xEnsure the backrest of a seat is upright when a child seat is being used
on it.
xDo not allow the child's head or other part of his or her body to fall into
the deployment area of the side airbags.
xMake sure the belt webbing is correctly positioned.
xNever hold children or babies on your lap or in your arms.
xOnly one child may occupy a child seat.
xIf you are using a child seat with a base or foot, always install this base
or foot correctly and safely.
xIf the vehicle has a storage compartment in the foot well in front of the
last row of seats, this compartment cannot be used as designed; on the
contrary: It must be filled using the specially designed accessory so that
the base or foot is correctly supported by the closed compartment and the
child seat is secured properly. If this compartment is not suitably secured
when using a child seat with a base or foot then the compartment cover
could rupture in an accident and the child will be ejected and suffer serious
injury.
xPlease read and observe the child seat manufacturer's handling
instructions.
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WARNING
An empty or loose child seat could fly uncontrollably around the vehicle
interior and cause injuries in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
xWhen not in use while the vehicle is in motion, always safely secure it
or store it in the luggage compartment.
Note
Replace the child seat after an accident, as it may have invisible damage.