Seat Altea 2010 Owner's Manual

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Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Technical Data
– Remove the loops ⇒page 268, fig. 186 in the direction of
the arrow and remove the cover.
– Remove the connector ⇒page 268, fig. 187 from the bulb.
– Disengage the retainer spring ⇒page 268, fig. 187 pressing
inwards to the right.
– Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that the rim of the attachment plate is on the reflector cut-out.Main beam lights
– Raise the bonnet.
– Remove the cover ⇒ fig. 188 by pulling on this.
– Remove the connector ⇒fig. 189 from the bulb.
– Press the spring ⇒fig. 189 inwards and to the right.
– Extract the bulb and fit the replacement so that it sits correctly into the cut-out on the reflector.
– Installation is done in the reverse order.
A1A2
A3
Fig. 188 Main beam
headlights
Fig. 189 Main beam
headlights
AC
A1
A2
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270Side lights– Raise the bonnet.
– Remove the cover ⇒ fig. 190 by pulling on this. – Extract the lamp holder
⇒fig. 191 outwards.
– Replace the bulb by pulling this out and inserting the replace- ment.
– Installation is done in the reverse order.
Rear lights•Side lights•Brake lights•Turn signals•Reversing lights•Rear fog light
Fig. 190 Side lightsFig. 191 Side lights
AD
A1
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Safety First
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Side lights and brake lights– Open the tailgate.
– Remove the bolts ⇒ fig. 192 . – Remove the cover of the luggage compartment lateral panel.
– Unscrew the plastic fitting
⇒fig. 193 securing the rear light.
Inserting a screwdriver under th e plastic fitting may help to
loosen it.
– Partially remove the rear light from its casing taking care not to pull on the cable.
– Remove the lamp holder connector.
–Unscrew the bolts ⇒page 272, fig. 194 from the lamp holder
and pull on this.
– Press on the lamp and rotate to the left then fit the replacement.
– To refit follow the steps in reverse order, taking special care when fitting the lamp holder. The metal contacts of the lamp holder
ends should be correctly fitted with respect to the rear light
contacts.
Fig. 192 Side lights and
brake lightsFig. 193 Side lights and
brake lights
AA
ABAC
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272Tu rn i nd ica t o rs– Remove the diode from its housing ⇒page 271. – Unscrew the bolts ⇒
fig. 194 from the lamp holder and pull
on this.
– Pull out the indicator lamp holder using a screw driver in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 195 .
– Fit the replacement lamp by pressing it down and rotating to the left.
– Installation is in the reverse order.
Reverse light / rear fog light– Rotate the lamp holder to the left, and remove it in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 196.
– Replace the bulb by pressing on it and rotating at the same time to the left
Fig. 194 Indicator lightFig. 195 Indicator lights.
AC
Fig. 196 Lamp on interior
side of bumper
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Safety First
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Side indicators– Press the indicator to the left or to the right to remove the lamp.
– Remove the lamp holder from the indicator.
– Remove the failed glass bulb and replace with a new bulb.
– Insert the lamp holder in the indicator guide until it clicks into
place.
– First place the indicator in th e opening in the bodywork, fixing
the tabs ⇒ fig. 197, arrow .
– Insert the bulb as shown by the arrow ⇒fig. 197 .
Luggage compartment lights– Remove the bulb by pressing on the inside edge of this -arrow-
using the flat side of a screwdriver ⇒fig. 198 .
Fig. 197 Side indicator
A1
A2
Fig. 198 Luggage
compartment lightFig. 199 Luggage
compartment light
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– Press the lamp sideways and remove from its housing ⇒page 273, fig. 199 .Registration light
– Remove the bulb, carefully using the flat side of the screwdriver
as a le ver inser ted in the crack as shown by the arrow ⇒ fig. 200.
– Remove the bulb, moving it in the direction of the arrow and outwards ⇒fig. 201 .
Fig. 200 Registration
light
Fig. 201 Registration
light
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Sunroof light– Carefully remove the lamp, using the flat side of the screwdriver,
as shown in the figure ⇒fig. 203 . – Remove the bulb, moving it in the direction of the arrow and
outwards ⇒fig. 203 .
Jump-startingJump leads
The jump lead must have a sufficient wire cross section.If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery, the battery can be
connected to the battery of another vehicle to start the engine.
Jump leads
Jump leads must comply with the standard DIN 72553 (see manufacturer's
documentation). The wire cross section must be at least 25 mm
2 for petrol
engines and at least 35 mm
2 for diesel engines.
Note
•The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as
soon as the positive terminals are connected.•The discharged battery must be properly connected to the vehicle elec-
trical system.
Fig. 202 Removing
sunroof lightFig. 203 Removing
sunroof light
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276How to jump start: description⇒ fig. 204 shows the flat battery and the charged battery.
Jump lead terminal connections
– Switch off the ignition on both vehicles ⇒.
1. Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive ⇒fig. 204
terminal of the vehicle with the flat battery ⇒ .
2. Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal in the vehicle providing assistance.
3. Connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative terminal on the battery of the vehicle providing assistance. 4. Connect the other end of the black jump lead to a solid metal
component which is bolted on to the engine block, or onto the
engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery. Do not
connect it to a point near the battery ⇒ .
5. Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.
Starting
6. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let it run at idling speed.
7. Start the engine of the car with the flat battery and wait one or two minutes until the engine is “running”.
Removing the jump leads
8. Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the headlights (if they are switched on).
9. Turn on the heater blower and rear window heater in the vehicle with the flat battery. This helps minimise voltage peaks which are
generated when the leads are disconnected.
10. When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse order to the details given above.
Connect the battery clamps so they have good metal-to-metal contact with
the battery terminals.
If the engine fails to start, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and
try again after about half a minute.
Fig. 204 How to connect
the jump leads
AA
AB
A+
A+
A-
AX
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WARNING
•Please note the safety warnings referring to working in the engine
compartment ⇒page 226, “Working in the engine compartment”.•The battery providing assistance must have the same voltage as the flat
battery (12V) and approximately the same capacity (see imprint on
battery). Failure to comply could result in an explosion.•Never use jump leads when one of the batteries is frozen. Danger of
explosion! Even after the battery has thawed, battery acid could leak and
cause chemical burns. If a battery freezes, it should be replaced.•Keep sparks, flames and lighted cigarettes away from batteries, danger
of explosion. Failure to comply could result in an explosion.•Observe the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the jump
leads.•Do not connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the
negative terminal of the flat battery. The gas emitted from the battery could
be ignited by sparks. Danger of explosion.•Do not attach the negative cable from the other vehicle to parts of the
fuel system or to the brake line.•The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps must not be allowed to
touch. The jump lead attached to the positive battery terminal must not
touch metal parts of the vehicle, this can cause a short circuit.•Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact
with any moving parts in the engine compartment.•Do not bend over the batteries. This could result in chemical burns.Note
The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as
soon as the positive terminals are connected.
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278Towing and tow-startingTo w - s t a r t i n g
The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.We recommend that you do not tow-start your vehicle. Jump-starting
is preferable ⇒page 275.
However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started:
– Engage the 2
nd or the 3
rd gear.
– Keep the clutch pressed down.
– Switch the ignition on.
– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.
– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing
vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed
can easily collide with the towing vehicle.
Caution
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it.
CommentsPlease observe the following points if you use a tow-rope:
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
– Drive slowly at first until the tow-rope is taut. Then accelerate gradually.
– Begin and change gears cautiously. If you are driving an auto- matic vehicle, accelerate gently.
– Remember that the brake servo and power steering are not working in the vehicle you are towing. Brake earlier than you
would normally, but with a more gentle pressure on the brake.
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
– Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all times when towing.Tow-rope or tow-bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow-bar. You should only use a
tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.
A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both vehicles.
It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic
material.
Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing eyes provided or a
towing bracket.
Driving style
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow-rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. Inexperi-
enced drivers should not attempt to tow-start or tow away another vehicle.
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