ECU Seat Alhambra 2010 Owner's Guide

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xRelease the shelf upwards by the side supports and guide it forward.
Closing the shelf
xPull the unfolded shelf evenly on the guide backwards.
xSecure the shelf using the left and right side supports.
Installing the shelf behind the second row of seats
xPlace the shelf in its position in the side lining, left-hand side first.
xRelease the shelf in the direction of the arrow Ÿpage 150, fig. 97 .
xInsert the shelf into the right-hand support, pressing down.
Installing the shelf behind the third row of seats
xRemove the shelf from the support in the side lining Ÿpage 150, fig. 98
. To do this, press the shelf upwards (arrow) and remove it.
xOpen the compartment in the left-hand side rear lining Ÿpage 162 and
hook the shelf to the rear of the luggage compartment cover Ÿpage 150,
fig. 98 .
xClose the rear left-hand side lining compartment.
xPlace the shelf in its position in the side lining, left-hand side first.
xLift the shelf off in direction of the arrow Ÿpage 150, fig. 97 .
xInsert the shelf into the right-hand support, pressing down.
Removing the shelf
xRelease the shelf in the direction of the arrow Ÿpage 150, fig. 97
and lift it in the direction of the arrow .
xRemove the shelf from the right-hand side support.
xAlso, when removing from behind the third row of seats: Cover the side-
lining supports with their covers.
xOnly with 5 places: Support the released shelf by placing it on the front
section of the luggage compartment floor Ÿpage 162.
WARNING
If the shelf is placed on one of the rear seats, this could cause serious
injury in case of sudden braking or an accident.
xWhenever it the third row seats are occupied, the shelf should be put
behind this row.
WARNING
Unsecured or incorrectly secured objects or animals on the rear shelf could
cause serious injuries in case of a sudden manoeuvre or braking or even an
accident.
xDo not leave hard, heavy or sharp objects (loose or in bags) on the rear
shelf.
xNever transport animals on the rear shelf.
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Net partition
The net partition can prevent objects in the luggage compartment entering
the passenger compartment / the driver area.First remove the net from its bag and unfold it.
Fold out the net partition
Fold out the support transversal rods Ÿfig. 99 for the net partition fully
in the direction of the arrow until you hear a “click”.
Installing the net partition behind the second row of seats
xHook in the net partition on the left-hand side roof support Ÿfig. 100
. To do this, guide the rod from up to down.
xHook in the net partition on the rear right-hand side roof support by
pressing on the rod.
xSecure the net partition hooks into the straps in the front of the luggage
compartment Ÿfig. 100 then tighten them.
Installing the net partition behind the front seats
xHook in the net partition on the left-hand side roof support Ÿfig. 100
. To do this, guide the rod from up to down.
Fig. 99 Unfold the net partition then fold it again
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Fig. 100 In the luggage
compartment: Install the
net partition behind the
second row of seats.
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xHook in the net partition on the rear right-hand side roof support by
pressing on the rod.
xSecure the hooks of the net partition to the attachment rings in the left
and right hand side foot rests on the second row of seats then tighten the
straps.
Removing the net partition
xLoosen the net partition straps.
xRelease the net partition hooks from the rings Ÿpage 152, fig. 100 .
xRelease the net partition from the right and left roof supports
Ÿpage 152, fig. 100 or by pressing on the rod.
xUnhook the net partition from the left-hand side roof support.
Folding in the net partition
xPress on the release button Ÿpage 152, fig. 99 and bend the rod
in the direction of the arrow with the release o button pressed.
xPress on the release button Ÿpage 152, fig. 99 and bend the rod
in the direction of the arrow with the release button pressed.
xStore the net partition securely in the vehicle.
WARNING
Loose objects in the passenger compartment can be violently thrown in
case of a sudden manoeuvre or braking and especially in accidents causing
serious injury.
xEnsure that the rods are correctly locked in place.
xEven when net partition is correctly fitted, objects must be secured.
xWhen driving with the net partition, no passengers should be behind
it.
Fastening rings
To the front and rear of the luggage compartment, there are fastening rings
for securing objects Ÿfig. 101 (arrows). On some models, the fastening
rings are all the way to the back on the lock carrier plate.
There are other fastening rings located to the left and right hand side of the
second row footrests.
Some models of fastening rings must be lifted to use them.
WARNING
Unsuitable or damaged ropes or straps may be released in case of sudden
braking or an accident. As a result, objects may be fired through the
passenger compartment causing serious injury or death.
xAlways use suitable ropes and straps in good condition.
xSecure the ropes and straps to the fastening rings.
xLoose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly slide and
change the way the vehicle handles.
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Fig. 101 In the luggage
compartment: fastening
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xSecure all objects, little and large.
xNever secure a load that is too heavy for the fastening rings.
xNever secure a child seat to the fastening rings.
Note
The maximum load of the fastening rings is approximately 3.5 Kn (3.57 Kp).
Note
You can find suitable transport straps and load securing systems at a
specialist workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a qualified workshop.
Rails and attachment system*
The rails and attachment system consists of four rails, movable attachment
elements, straps to be secured to the rails and a net with supports to cover
baggage Ÿpage 155. The rail and attachment system is designed to secure
light objects. If the seats in the third row are to be occupied by passengers
then attachment elements should never be placed in the section of the rails
close to the seats Ÿ.
Installing the attachment elements
xFit the attachment element with the ruts facing upwards Ÿfig. 102 to
the upper part of the guide and press downwards.
xMove the attachment element to the desired position.
xAlways ensure that the attachment inserts into the guide system Ÿ.
Removing the attachment elements
xRemove the attachment element from the guide and pull downwards.
Securing a load
xPull the strap through the attachment element and secure the load Ÿ.
WARNING
In case of an accident or sudden braking, the attachment elements in the
parts of the rails close to the seats of the third row could injure seat occu-
pants.
xWhenever the seats on the third row are to be occupied, remove the
attachment elements from the rails or move them all the way back.
WARNING
Movable attachment elements that are not secured correctly can be
released from the guide in case of sudden braking or accident. As a result,
objects may be fired through the passenger compartment causing serious
injury or death.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 102 In the luggage
compartment: System
including rails, adjustable
attachment elements
and adjustable tightening
straps .
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xAlways ensure that the movable attachment elements are correctly
inserted into the guides.
WARNING
Unsuitable or damaged ropes or straps may be released in case of sudden
braking or an accident. As a result, objects may be fired through the
passenger compartment causing serious injury or death.
xAlways use the attachment straps of the rail and attachment system.
xSecure the attachment straps firmly to the attachment elements.
xLoose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly slide and
change the way the vehicle handles.
xSecure all objects, little and large.
xNever secure a child seat to the attachment elements.
Caution
xThe attachment elements placed on the rail system can be damaged when
folding down seats from the third row or putting them back into position and
these can also damage the seats themselves. Before folding down or reposi-
tioning the seats, remove the attachment elements and supports for the net
from the rail system.
Baggage net*
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Fig. 103 Hook the baggage net and use it as a bag
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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
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Baggage net
The baggage net can be used to secure lighter items.
Hooking the baggage net into the luggage compartment floor
xHook the baggage net into the fastening rings Ÿfig. 106 and .
Releasing the baggage net
The secured baggage net is taut Ÿ.
xCarefully unhook the baggage net hooks from the fastening rings
Ÿfig. 106 .
xCarefully unhook the baggage net hooks from the fastening rings
Ÿfig. 106 .
WARNING
The elastic baggage net stretches when it is secured to the luggage
compartment fastening rings. The secured baggage net is taut. The hooks on the baggage net can cause injury if the net is incorrectly hooked or
unhooked.
xAlways ensure that the hooks do not suddenly release from the
fastening rings when hooking or un-hooking.
xAlways keep your face and eyes protected at a safe distance to avoid
injury should a hook slip while hooking or unhooking.
xAlways engage the hooks in the order given. If a baggage net hook
springs back this can cause injury.
Fig. 106 In the luggage
compartment: net used on
secured baggage.
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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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Securing the base supports and roof carrier system
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 available from
an Authorised Service Centre.
It will only be possible to install a basic support or roof carrier system if the
vehicle has a roof rail.
Securing the base supports and roof carrier system
Always secure the base supports and roof carrier system correctly.
The roof carrier system must always be installed exactly according to the
instructions provided.
The position holes are located on the inner side of the rail Ÿfig. 107.
WARNING
If the base supports and the roof carrier system are incorrectly fitted or
used in an unsuitable manner, the entire system could break free causing
accident and injury.
xAlways take the manufacturer assembly instructions into account.
xOnly use base supports and roof carrier systems that are not damaged
and are correctly fitted.
xThe base support should only be fitted to the points indicated in the
diagram Ÿfig. 107.
xSecure the base supports and roof carrier system correctly.
xCheck the screw fittings and attachments before driving and after a
short distance. During each long journey, check the attachments during
every break.
xAlways fit the roof carrier system correctly for wheels, skis and surf-
boards.
xNever change or repair the basic supports or roof carrier system.
Note
Read and take into account the instructions included with the roof carrier
system fitted and keep them in the vehicle.
Loading the roof carrier system
Loads can only be correctly secured when the roof carrier system is correctly
fitted Ÿ.
Maximum authorised roof load
The maximum authorised roof load is 100 kg (about 220 lbs). The roof load
includes the roof carrier system and the load being transported Ÿ.
Fig. 107 Attachment
points for the basic
support and the roof
carrier system.

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transported and, if necessary, weigh them. Never exceed the maximum
authorised roof load.
If you are using a roof carrier with a lower weight rating, you cannot transport
the maximum roof load. Do not exceed the maximum weight limit for the roof
carrier given in the fitting instructions.
Distributing a load
Uniformly distribute loads and secure them correctly Ÿ.
Check attachments
After fitting the base supports and the roof carrier system, always check the
attachments after a short trip or at regular intervals.
WARNING
Exceeding the maximum authorised roof load can result in accidents
and/or vehicle damage.
xAlways 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.
xNever exceed the capacity of the roof carrier system even if this is less
than the maximum authorised roof load.
xSecure heavy objects towards the front and distribute the load evenly.
WARNING
Loose and incorrectly secured loads can fall from the roof carrier system
causing accidents and injury.
xAlways use suitable ropes and straps in good condition.
xAlways secure loads correctly.