warning Seat Altea 2011 Owner's Manual

Seats and storage compartments
142Rear seatsSeat adjustment
The seats may be moved forwards or backwards independently. The
movement can be 1/3 or 2/3 of the seat. There are various possible
positions.
Adjusting reach
– In the seated position, unlock the lever in the direction of the
arrow ⇒fig. 97 .
– Move the seat cushion forwards or backwards to the desired position.
Backrest angle adjustment
– Hold the backrest at the top. Pull the loop on the side of the seat ⇒fig. 98 in the direction of the arrow and hold the loop in
this position. Push the backrest to the required position and
release the loop.
WARNING
•Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stationary. Otherwise, your
seat could move unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving. This could
increase the risk of an accident and therefore, injury.•Do not push the backrests down until the seat is moved, this is to avoid
damage to the centre console.•Ensure that the seat, once moved, is fixed in position.Note
•In order to maintain the maximum luggage compartment space, put the
backrests in position normal, without moving.•In order to maintain the maximum space without putting the backrests
down, move the seats forward to the desired position.
Fig. 97 For unlocking the
rear seatFig. 98 Rear seat back-
rest angle adjustment
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Folding the seat backrests down – Pull the loop on the side of the seat ⇒fig. 99 In this position the backrest is locked. This is the reason why the loop located
o n the si d e of the sea t m us t be pulled in th e d ire ct io n of t he a r row to op e n t he
backrest.
WARNING
•You should check that the backrest has engaged properly in position
after the loop is released.•For safety reasons the locking system loops on the seats may not be
used to secure any items.
Folding the rear seat backrests down– Pull the loop on the side of the seat ⇒fig. 100 in the direc-
tion of the arrow and lift the seat backrest into position.
WARNING
•You should check that the backrest has engaged properly in position
after the loop is released.•For safety reasons the locking system loops on the seats may not be
used to secure any items.•After locking the seat backrest into position ensure that the seat belts
protrude from the seat.
Fig. 99 Folding or
opening the rear seat
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Fig. 100 Folding or
opening the front seat
backrests
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144Storage compartmentStorage compartment on the front passenger side The compartment can be opened by pulling the lever ⇒fig. 101 .
WARNING
Always keep the storage compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in
motion in order to reduce the risk of injury caused by a sudden braking or
by an accident.
Centre armrest at front with storage area
There is a storage area in the armrest.– To open the storage area, lift the armrest up in the direction of
the arrow ⇒fig. 102 and then lift the cover.
– To access the CD loader* or the lower storage area, pull on the armrest cover without pressing on the button.
– To close the storage area, push the armrest down.
WARNING
Always keep the storage area closed while the vehicle is in motion to
reduce the risk of injury from the armrest during a sudden braking
manoeuvre or in the event of an accident.
Fig. 101 Passenger side:
storage compartment
Fig. 102 Front armrest
with storage area
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Note
The CD changer is located in this compartment.Storage areas under the front seats*
There is a storage locker with a cover under each front seat.The drawer* ⇒fig. 103 is opened by pushing the button and putting the
cover back.
There are two open positions of 15 and 60 degrees depending on the pres-
sure applied to the cover. In the 60 degree position, the cover will collapse if
too much pressure is applied.
To close the drawer, press the cover until it locks into position.
WARNING
•The drawers will hold a maximum weight of 1.5 kg.•Do not drive with the drawer cover open. There is an injury risk for
passengers if the cargo is released in case of sudden braking or an
accident.
Folding tray*
Folding trays are fitted to the rear of the front seat backrests.– To open the tray, open it up in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 104 .
Fig. 103 Storage area
under the front seats
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Fig. 104 Folding tray on
the front left seat
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WARNING
•The folding trays may not be folded down whilst the vehicle is in motion
and anyone is seated on the second row of seats. There is a risk on injury
during a sudden braking manoeuvre! The tray must therefore be closed and
properly secured whilst the vehicle is in motion.•Never place hot drinks in the cup holders. During normal or sudden
driving manoeuvres, sudden braking or an accident, the hot drink could be
spilled. Danger of scalding.Caution
When driving, do not leave open cans in the cup holders. The drink might be
spilt on braking, for example, and could damage the vehicle.Roof storage compartment*
There are four storage compartments in the roof
– Press the button on the cover to open these compartments ⇒fig. 105 . The cover will then open.
– To close the cover, press it up until it engages.
WARNING
Always keep the storage area cover closed while the vehicle is in motion to
reduce the risk of injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the event
of an accident and to prevent any items from being thrown through the
vehicle interior.
Fig. 105 Roof storage
compartments
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– Use the fastening rings located on the side of the luggage compartment to attach the retaining net ⇒ page 147, fig. 108.
Note•Do not exceed the maximum authorised weight for the vehicle
⇒ page 291.Other storage areasOther storage areas can be found:•in the centre console,•in the door trims (front and rear),•in the side trims of the luggage compartment,•in the spare wheel recess in the luggage compartment (only on vehicles
with an optional anti-puncture kit*.
The clothes hooks are located on the rear roof handles.WARNING
•Do not store loose objects on the dash panel. These objects could be
flung through the passenger compartment when the vehicle is moving (e.g.
while accelerating, braking or cornering) and distract the driver. Risk of
accident.•Ensure that no objects can fall from the centre console or other storage
areas into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. In the event of a
sudden braking manoeuvre, you will not be able to use the brake, clutch or
accelerator. Risk of accident.•Clothing hung on the coat hooks must not restrict the driver’s view.
Risk of accident. The coat hooks are intended only for use with light arti- cles of clothing. Do not leave any hard, sharp or heavy objects in hanging
articles of clothing. During sudden br
aking manoeuvres or accidents, espe-
cially those involving airbag deployment, these objects could injure the
vehicle occupants.
Front drinks holdersIn the centre console, in front of the gear lever, there are two drink holders
⇒ fig. 109.
WARNING
•Never place hot drinks in the drink holders. During normal or sudden
driving manoeuvres, sudden braking or an accident, the hot drink could be
spilled. Danger of scalding.WARNING (continued)
Fig. 109 Front drink
holders
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•Never use rigid materials (for example, glass or ceramic), these could
cause injury in the case of an accident.
Rear drink holder*/ Armrest*
Opening and closing the armrest*/ drink holder*
– To open, pull the loop in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 110
.
– To close, lift the Drink holder*/ armrest* in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 111 .
WARNING
Ensure that the load in the luggage compartment is correctly secured with
the retainer net when travelling with the armrest down ⇒page 147.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 110 Opening the
rear drink holders
Fig. 111 Rear
armrest/drink holder
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Multi-purpose mobile storage compartment* - General information
This storage compartment may only be placed in the central
area of the rear seat
Opening
– Lift the cover , in area ⇒fig. 114 .
Closing
– Push the cover down, until it clips into place.Uses of the mobile storage compartment•The front open glove compartment may be used to store small objects
that will not damage passengers in the event that the objects are flung
around the interior of the vehicle.•The cup holders are used for holding drink cans or cups.•The elastic belt on the side may be used for keeping papers and maga-
zines.•The tables may be used as a support for writing.
To use the table ⇒ fig. 115, it must be removed from its compartment in
the side of the mobile storage compartment and fitted into slot ⇒fig. 115
on the front section of the mobile storage compartment.
The table in the right-hand compartment is fitted in the left-hand slot of the
front of the mobile storage compartment and the table in the left-hand
compartment is fitted in the right-hand slot.
The tables have two positions for use and cannot be interchanged.WARNING
•The mobile storage compartment supports a maximum load of 5 kg. Do
not overload.•Do not drive when the cover of the mobile storage compartment is
open.•Do not drive when the tables are set up for use.
Fig. 114 Mobile storage
compartment. OpeningFig. 115 Mobile storage
compartment. Functions
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152•When the vehicle is moving, keep the tables stored inside the mobile
storage compartment with the cover closed, and likewise when they are
not in use•Never place hot drinks in the cup holders. The drink may spill and cause
burns when the vehicle is moving.•Do not leave cans in the cup holders when the vehicle is in motion,
there is a danger that the can may be flung around the vehicle and cause
injury.•Make sure that the mounting plate is correctly clipped onto the cushion
frame.•When the plate is not in use, store inside the storage compartment.•When the mobile storage compartment is not in use, it should always
be fastened by the retaining net in the luggage compartment.Note
•Check that the mobile storage compartment is correctly fitted, pulling it
forwards by the front glove compartment and checking that both safety clips
are correctly clipped onto the rings.
Ashtrays*, cigarette lighter* and electrical
socketsAshtray* Opening and closing the ashtray
– To open the ashtray, lift the cover ⇒ fig. 116.
– To close, push the cover down.
Emptying the ashtray
– Extract the ashtray and empty it.
WARNING
Never put paper in the ashtray. Hot ash could ignite the paper in the
ashtray and cause a fire.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 116 Ashtray located
in the front drink holder
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Cigarette lighter* – Press on the cigarette lighter ⇒fig. 117 to activate it ⇒.
– Wait for the lighter to pop out slightly.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the cigarette on the glowing coil.
WARNING
•Improper use of the cigarette lighter ca n lead to serious injuries or start
a fire.•Using the lighter carefully. Carelessness or negligence when using the
cigarette lighter can cause burns, risk of injury.•The lighter only works when the ignition is turned on or the engine is
running. To avoid the risk of fire, never leave children alone inside the
vehicle.
Electrical sockets
Electrical equipment can be connected to any of the 12 volt
sockets.Electrical accessories may be connected to the 12 volt power point in the front
centre console ⇒fig. 118 and in the luggage compartment*. The appliances
connected to each power point must not exceed a power rating of 120 Watt.
WARNING
The power sockets and the connected accessories will only operate when
the ignition is on or when the engine is running. Improper use of the
sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a fire.
To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children alone inside the vehicle.
Note
•The use of electrical appliances with the engine switched off will cause a
battery discharge.
Fig. 117 The cigarette
lighter is located in the
electric socket on the
front of the centre console
Fig. 118 Electric socket,
centre console, front
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