wheel Seat Alhambra 2019 User Guide

Operation
Headlight wash/wipe system
The headlight w ashers/wipers cl
ean the
headlight l
enses.
After the ignition is switched on, the first and
every fifth time the windscreen washer is
switched on, the headlights are also washed.
Therefore, the windscreen wiper lever should
be pulled towards the steering wheel when
the dipped beam or main beam are on. Any
encrusted dirt (such as insects) should be
cleaned regularly (e.g. when refuelling).
To ensure the headlight washers work cor-
rectly in winter, any snow which has got into
the bumper jet supports should be cleaned
away. If necessary, remove snow with an an-
ti-icing spray. Note
The wiper will try to wipe away any obsta-
cles that ar e on the windscr

een. The wiper
will stop moving if the obstacle blocks its
path. Remove the obstacle and switch the
wiper back on again. Rain sensor*
Fig. 148
Windscreen wipers lever: adjust the
r ain sensor A .
Fig. 149
Rain sensor sensitive surface The rain sensor controls the frequency of the
windscr
een wiper int erv

als, depending on the
amount of rain

Driving
damage, stop before the wheels touch the
barrier or kerb
.

Driving
Note
The recommended gear display is switched
off when the clutch pedal is pr essed.Steering
Information r el
ating to different ve-
hicle processes. Electro-mechanical power steering assists
the driv
er when st
eering.
El

ectro-mechanical power steering adapts
electronically to the speed of the car, torque
and turning angle.
If the power steering should fail at any time or
the engine is switched off (for instance when
being towed), the car can still be steered, as
long as the key remains in the ignition. How-
ever, more effort than normal will be required
to turn the steering wheel.
Steering column electronic lock
Vehicles with Keyless Access: the steering
column locks when the driver

Towing bracket device
Note
An incorrect warning may be given when
snow chains ar e in use because the chains
incr
ease the tread of the wheel. Towing bracket device
Driving with a tr ail
er
Intr
oduction Always be aware of the legal requirements
for each country t
o driv

e with a trailer and to
use a tow hitch.
Your car is intended mainly for transporting
passengers however, it can also be used to
tow a trailer provided that it is fitted with the
necessary equipment. The additional load
has an effect on the useful life, fuel consump-
tion and the vehicle performance and, in
some cases, reduce the service intervals.
Driving with a trailer requires more force from
the vehicle and, thus, more concentration
from the driver.
For wintertime temperatures, fit winter tyres to
the vehicle and the trailer.
Drawbar load
The maximum permitted Drawbar load exer-
ted by the trailer drawbar on the ball joint of
the tow hitch must not exceed 100 kg (ap-
proximately 220 lbs).
Vehicles with the Start-Stop function
With a SEAT factory fitted or retrofitted tow
hitch, the Start-Stop function is automatically deactivated when a trailer is connected. For
to
w hit

ches not installed by SEAT, the Start-
Stop function must be deactivated manually
using a button located on the dash panel be-
fore driving with a trailer and it must remain
off for the entire journey

Wheels and tyres

Practical tips
Avoiding damage to tyres and wheels

Wheels and tyres
wheel bolts with the right length and correct-
ly shaped bolt heads must be used. This en-
sur es that wheel
s ar
e fitted securely and that
the brake system functions correctly

Wheels and tyres
The pressure should therefore be checked at
l east once a month and bef
or
e starting a
journey.
As a general rule, the pressures given are for
cold tyres. When the tyres are hot, the pres-
sures are greater.
Never deflate a hot tyre in order to obtain the
required pressure. This could result in very low
tyre pressures which may lead to sudden
blow-outs.
Checking tyre pressures
Tyre pressures should only be checked when
the vehicle has not been driven for more than
a few kilometres (miles) at low speeds in the
past three hours.

Wheels and tyres
steering and suspension. In the event of run
out, the wheel s shoul
d be bal
anced again.
When a new wheel is fitted, it should be bal-
anced again.
Adjustments of the running gear: misaligned
running gear increases the wear of the tyres
and affects safety while driving. If tyres wear
too quickly, have the wheel alignment
checked at a specialised workshop.
Low profile tyres
Low profile tyres, compared to other rim and
tyre combinations, offer a broader tread and
a greater rim diameter along with a lower
height of the tyre sidewall. This results in a
more agile driving behaviour. However, on
roads that are in poor condition, this might af-
fect comfort and cause more noise.
Low profile tyres may deteriorate more quick-
ly than standard tyres, for instance due to
strong knocks, potholes, manhole covers and
kerbs. Therefore, maintaining the correct tyre
pressure is particularly important

Wheels and tyres
mounting the wheel. This guarantees opti-
mum grip and helps t o av
oid aquapl
aning,
grip, noise and wear.
Tyre load rating
The load rating code indicates the maximum
load in kilogrammes each wheel can carry
(load capacity).
615 kg (1,356 pounds)
650 kg (1,433 pounds)
690 kg (1,521 pounds)
730 kg (1,609 pounds)
775 kg (1, 709 pounds)
Speed rating
The speed rating indicates the maximum
speed permitted for the tyres. max. 150 km/h (93 mph)
max. 160 km/h (99 mph)
max. 170 km/h (106 mph)
max. 180 km/h (112 mph)
max. 190 km/h (118 mph)
max. 200 km/h (124 mph)
max. 210 km/h (130 mph)
max. 240 km/h (149 mph)
max. 240 km/h (149 mph)
max. 270 km/h (168 mph)
max. 300 km/h (186 mph)
91
93
95
97
99
P
Q
R
S
T
U
H
V
Z
W
Y Some manufacturers use the letters “ZR” for
tyres with a maximum authorised speed
abo
ve 240 km/h (149 mph).
Winter service Winter tyr
es* In winter conditions winter tyres will consider-
ably impro
v

e the vehicle