Seat Altea 2011 Owner's Manual

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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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A2
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150Multi-purpose mobile storage compartment* - Fitting and removal
This storage compartment may only be placed in the central
area of the rear seat
Fitting mobile storage compartment
– Fold down the small section of the rear seat backrest, in order to
access the large section of the backrest.
– Fit the mobile storage compartment mounting plate ⇒fig. 113 from the inside of the vehicle, through the rear
section of the seat. It should be fitted between the backrest and
the seat, in the central seat area.
– Push the plate until it clips the cushion frame. The rings of the mobile storage compartment mounting plate appear at the front
of the seat.
– If it is difficult to make the plate clip, tilt the rear backrest of the large section forwards slightly an d then lean the backrest back-
wards to make the fitting of the mobile storage compartment
onto the mounting plate easier.
– Place the mobile storage compartment onto the foam of the central seat.
– Set both mounting pieces together ⇒fig. 112 , with both
mounting rings ⇒fig. 113 and press hard until both the clips
completely connect with the rings.
Removing mobile storage compartment
– Pull each of the buttons ⇒fig. 112 on the clips (red buttons)
forwards, until they snap out of place.
– Fold the larger seat down and remove the mobile storage compartment mounting plate.
Fig. 112 Mobile storage
compartment. InstallationFig. 113 Mobile storage
compartment mounting
plate
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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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AC
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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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154•Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions in
⇒ page 224.Auxiliary audio connection (AUX-IN)*– Lift the AUX cover ⇒fig. 119 .
– Insert the plug as far as possible (see Radio manual).
AUX RSE connection*This connector may be used as an audio input (red and white connectors) or
audio and video connector (red, white and yellow connectors). For more
details about the use of this audio and video source, see the RSE manual.
Fig. 119 Auxiliary audio
connection
Fig. 120 AUX RSE
connection
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MEDIA-IN* connectorFor information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio
handbook.
First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire
extinguisherWarning triangleThe warning triangle* is located in a storage compartment under the rear
shelf ⇒fig. 122 .
Note
•The warning triangle is not part of the vehicle’s standard equipment.First-aid kit and fire extinguisherThe first-aid kit* is located in a storage box on the left side of the luggage
compartment.
Fig. 121 Connection in
central armrest compart-
ment
Fig. 122 Warning
triangle storage under the
rear cover
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156The fire extinguisher* is attached to the luggage compartment carpet with
Ve lcro.
Note
•The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are not part of the vehicle’s
standard equipment.•The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements.•Observe the expiry date of the contents of the first aid kit. After it has
expired you should purchase a new one.•The fire extinguisher must comply with legal requirements.•Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fully functional. The fire extinguisher
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher
will inform you of the next date for checking.•Before acquiring accessories and emergency equipment see the instruc-
tions in “Accessories and spares” ⇒page 224.Luggage compartmentStoring objects
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment
as possible. – Secure luggage in the luggage compartment with suitable straps
on the fastening rings.
WARNING
•Loose luggage and other loose items in the vehicle can cause serious
injuries.•Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly move and
change the way the vehicle handles.•During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects in the
passenger compartment can be flung forward, injuring vehicle occupants.•Always store objects in the luggage compartment and secure with suit-
able straps. This is especially important for heavy objects.•When you transport heavy objects, always take in account that a
change in the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.•Please observe information on safe driving ⇒page 7, “Safe driving”.Caution
Hard objects on the shelf could chafe against the wires of the heating
element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
The ventilation slots in front of the rear side windows must not be covered as
this would prevent stale air being extracted from the vehicle.
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Rear shelfRemoving the shelf
– Unhook the loops ⇒fig. 123 from housings – Extract the cover from its slot, in its rest position and pull
outwards. The storage compartment should remain closed.
To remove the storage compartment
– Pull outwards until the compartment is freed from the pivot point ⇒fig. 124 .
WARNING
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the rear shelf, because they will
endanger the vehicle occupants in case of sudden braking.
Caution
•Before closing the tailgate, ensure that the rear shelf is correctly fitted.•An overloaded luggage compartment could mean that the rear shelf is not
correctly seated and it may be bent or damaged.•If the luggage compartment is overloaded, remove the tray.Note
•Ensure that, when placing items of clothing on the luggage compartment
cover, rear visibility is not reduced.•If the vehicle is fitted with a storage compartment*, it should only be used
to store the emergency triangles and light-weight articles.Roof rack*Please observe the following points if you intend to carry loads on the roof:•For safety reasons, only luggage racks and accessories approved by SEAT
should be used.
Fig. 123 Rear shelfFig. 124 Removing
storage compartment
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158•It is imperative to precisely follow the fitting instructions included for the
rack, taking special care when fitting the front bar in the holes designed for
this and the rear bar between the marks on the upper part of the rear door
frame while respecting the correct direction of travel indicated in the installa-
tion manual. Not following these instructions may damage the bodywork.•Pay special attention to the tightening torque of the attachment bolts and
check them following a short journey. If necessary, retighten the bolts and
check them at regular intervals.•Distribute the load evenly. A maximum load of 40 kg only is permitted for
each roof rack system support bar, the load must be distributed evenly along
the entire length. However, the maximum load permitted for the entire roof
(including the support system) of 75 kg must not be exceeded nor should the
total weight of the vehicle be exceeded. See the Technical Data section.•When transporting heavy or large objects on the roof, any change in the
normal vehicle behaviour due to a change in the centre of gravity or an
increased wind resistance must be taken into account. For this reason, a suit-
able speed and driving style must be used.•For those vehicles fitted with a sunroof*, ensure that it does not interfere
with the load on the roof rack system when opened.
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