fuel Seat Altea XL 2007 Owner's Manual

Contents
4Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving economically and with respect for the
environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning and caring for your vehicle
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General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the vehicle exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the vehicle interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories, parts replacement and
modifications
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Accessories and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof aerial* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile telephones and two-way radios . . . . . . .
Fitting a towing bracket* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and refilling levels
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Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If and when
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Tools, tyre repair kit and spare wheel . . . . . . . .
Wheel change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre repair kit (Tyre-Mobility-System)* . . . . . . . .
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing and tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Te c h n i c a l D a t a
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General notes on the technical data
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What you should be aware of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How are the figures measured? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Techn ical Data
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Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 1.4 litre 63 kW (86 bhp) . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 1.6 litre 75 kW (102 bhp) . . . . . .
Petrol engine 2.0l 110 kW (150 bhp) . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 2.0 litre 147 kW (200 hp). Manual
Petrol engine 2.0 litre 147 kW (200 hp).
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 1.9 TDI 77 kW (105 bhp).
With/without DPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 103 kW (140 bhp)
With/without DPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 103 kW (140 bhp) Automatic
With/without DPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 100 kW (136 bhp) . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 100 kW (136 bhp) Automatic
Diesel engine 2.0l 125 kW (170 bhp) . . . . . . . .
Dimensions and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index
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Content
6ContentThis manual is structured to give you the information you need as quickly and
clearly as possible. The contents of t his Manual are grouped into relatively
short sections making up chapters (e.g. “Air conditioning”). The entire
manual is divided into five large chapters:1. Safety FirstInformation on the vehicle equipment relating to passive safety such as seat
belts, airbags, seats, etc.2. Operating instructionsInformation about the distribution of co ntrols in the driver position of the
vehicle, about the seat adjustment possibilities, how to create a suitable
climate in the passenger compartment, etc.3. Tips and MaintenanceAdvice relating to driving, care and ma intenance of your vehicle and certain
problems which you may solve yourself.4. Technical DataFigures, data, dimensions and measurements (for example fuel consump-
tion) of your vehicle.5. Alphabetic indexAt the end of this manual there is a detailed alphabetical index, this will help
you to rapidly find the information you require.
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56InstrumentsInstrument overview
The instruments display the vehicle operating status.Detail of the dash panel: Instruments
Fuel gauge ⇒ page 57
Multi-function display
Engine coolant temperature gauge ⇒page 57
Rev counter ⇒ page 58
Time adjustment button / tr ip recorder reset button ⇒page 58
Speedometer
Fig. 33 Detail of the dash panel: Instruments
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Fuel gauge
 and reserve indicator
Details of the instrument panel: Fuel gauge
The fuel tank has a capacity of approx. 55 litres.
When the needle reaches the reserve zone ⇒fig. 34 (arrow), the warning
lamp will light and an acoustic signal will sound reminding the driver to
refuel . At this point there are still about 7 litres of fuel in the tank.
The following text appears in the instrument panel display
3) PLEASE
REFUEL *
Engine coolant temperature display


This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.
Needle in cold zone
Avoid high engine speeds and heavy engine loads ⇒fig. 35.
Needle in normal zone
In normal driving conditions, the needle should be in the middle section of
the scale. The temperature may also rise when the engine is working hard,
especially at high outside temperatures. This is no cause for concern as long
as the warning lamp does not light up and no warning* text appears in the
combi-instrument display.
Needle in warning zone
The warning lamp* ⇒page 72, fig. 47 will light up if the needle is in the
warning zone. The following warning appears in the instrument panel display
3)Depending on the model version
Fig. 34 Details of the
instrument panel: Fuel
gauge
Fig. 35 Details of the
instrument panel: Engine
coolant temperature
gauge
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584) . Stop the car and switch off the engine. Check the coolant level
⇒ page 215 ⇒ .
Even if the coolant level is correct do not continue driving. You should obtain
technical assistance.
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, always bear in mind the safety
warnings. ⇒page 208
Caution
Accessories in front of the air inlet reduce the cooling effect of the coolant. At
high outside temperatures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the
engine overheating.Rev counter
The rev. counter displays the engine speed in revolutions per
minute.The start of the red zone on the dial ⇒page 56, fig. 33 indicates the
maximum engine speed which may be used briefly when the engine is warm
and after it has been run in properly. However, it is advisable to change up a
gear or move the selector lever to D (or l ift your foot off the accelerator) before
the needle reaches the red zone.
Caution
The rev counter needle must never enter the red zone on the scale. Risk of
engine damage.
For the sake of the environment
Changing up a gear early will help you to save fuel and minimise engine
noise.Setting the digital clock*
The digital clock is located in the instrument panel display.– Turn the setting knob ⇒page 56, fig. 33 anti-clockwise to
the stop to set the hour. If the kn ob is turned briefly anti-clock-
wise the clock will advance one hour further.
– Turn the setting knob clockwise to the limit stop to set the minutes. If the knob is turned briefly clockwise the clock will
advance one minute further.
4)Depending on the model version
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An
overdue service is indicated by a minus sign in front of the mileage or day
information.
Display with multi-function display (MFD)*
The multi-function display (M FD) shows you diverse journey
and consumption data.
The multi-function display is equipped with two automatic memo-
ries: 1 - Trip memory and 2 - Total journey memory . The selected
memory will be shown in the upper right-hand corner of the display.
Selecting memory
– With the ignition switched on, briefly press the button ⇒fig. 39
on the windscreen wiper lever to move between the two
memories.
Resetting the memory
– Select the memory that you would like to reset.
– Press and hold button on the windscreen wiper lever for at least 2 seconds.The trip memory 1 collects the travel and cons umption data from the moment
the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. If the journey is continued
within two hours of switching off the ignition, the new values will be added to
Fig. 39 Windscreen wiper
and washer lever: Button
A and rocker switch B
Fig. 40 Digital screen on
the instrument panel:
Average fuel consumption
display
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62the existing trip recorder memory. The memory will automatically be deleted
if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours.
The total journey memory 2 collects the journey data for any number of indi-
vidual journeys (even if the ignition is switched off for longer than two hours)
up to a total of 99 hours and 59 minute s travel time, 9999 miles distance trav-
elled and 999 litres of fuel consumed. The memory will automatically be
deleted if one of the named values is reached.Displays in the multi-function display (MFD)*
You can switch between the following displays in the multi-function display
(MFD) by operating the rocker switch ⇒ fig. 41 on the windscreen wiper
lever.
Memory displays•
Journey duration
•
Speed warning
•
Average speed
•
Distance
•
Distance to empty (the distance you can travel with the remaining fuel)
•
Average fuel consumption
•
Current fuel consumption
min - Journey duration
The display shows the amount of time that has elapsed since the ignition was
switched on.
The maximum display value in both me mories is 99 hours and 59 minutes.
The memory will automatically be deleted once this value has been reached.
Fig. 41 Windscreen wiper
and washer lever: Button
A and rocker switch B
Fig. 42 Digital screen on
the instrument panel:
Average fuel consumption
display
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Set speed indicator
When driving at the required speed, enter the speed indicator mode and
press the button (Reset), the display remembers the indicated speed. If
the indicated speed is exceeded, a warning text is displayed on the screen
6)
and a warning signal sounds.
This may be deactivated by pressing the button (Reset).
The speed may be altered using the rocker switch in steps of 5 km/h
within 5 seconds of the initial memory value.
Ø mph - Average speed
The average speed will be shown after a distance of approximately 100
metres has been travelled. Dashes will appear in the display until that time.
The display will be updated every 5 seconds whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Miles - Distance travelled
The display shows the distance travelled since the ignition was switched on.
The maximum display value in both memories is 9999 miles. The memory will
automatically be deleted once this value has been reached.
 Miles - Fuel range
The fuel range is calculated using the fi gures for tank content and current fuel
consumption. It shows how far the vehicle can travel using the same condi-
tions as a reference.
Ø litre/100km - Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption will be shown ⇒page 62, fig. 42 after a
distance of approximately 100 metres has been travelled. Dashes will appear
in the display until that time. The display will be updated every 5 seconds
whilst the vehicle is in motion. The am ount of fuel used will not be shown. litres/100km or litres/hr - Current fuel consumption
The display will show the current fuel consumption in litre/km whilst the
vehicle is in motion or in litre/hour when
the vehicle is in a stationary position
with the engine running.
Using this display you can see how your driving style affects fuel consump-
tion ⇒page 190.
Ambient temperature display
The measurement margin extends from -45°C to +58°C. At temperatures
lower than +4°C, an “ice crystal symbol” is displayed and a “warning” sounds
if the vehicle is moving at more than 20 km/h (ice warning). This symbol will
flash for about 10 seconds and remains lit until the exterior temperature rises
above +4°C or 6°C if it was already lit.
WARNING
There could be black ice on the road surface even if the “snowflake symbol”
is not shown. You should, for this reason, not rely exclusively on this
display - Risk of accident!
Note
When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the tempera-
ture displayed may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temperature as
a result of the heat radiated from the engine.Warning or information text in the display
Faults are shown in the display with warning lamps and
warning/information reports.The system runs a check on certain components and functions when the igni-
tion is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. Functional faults are indi-
6)Depending on the model version, the message on the screen may vary and may be
represented by flashing of the speed indication or by a speed message.
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64cated by symbols with warnings and information texts in the display. An
audible warning is given in certain cases.
Warning symbols
There are red warning symbols (priority 1) and yellow warning symbols
(priority 2)
Information text
In addition to warning me ssages given on a fault, you will receive information
in the display on procedures or will be asked to carry out certain tasks.
Note
In the case of screens without warning or information texts, faults are indi-
cated exclusively by the warning lamps.Warning reports, Priority 1 (red)If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp will flash or light up and will
be accompanied by three audible warnings . This is a danger warning. Stop
the car and switch off the engine. Check the fault and correct it. Obtain profes-
sional assistance if necessary.
If several priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols will be
displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will continue
until the fault is corrected.
No menus will be shown in the display fo r the duration of a priority 1 warning
report. Examples of priority 1 warning reports (red)
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•
Brake system symbol
 with warning text
STOP BRAKE FLUID
INSTRUCTION MANUAL or STOP BRAKE FAULT INSTRUCTION MANUAL
•
Coolant symbol
 with the warning text STOP CHECK COOLANT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
•
Engine oil pressure symbol

with the warning text STOP ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE LOW! SERVICE MANUAL
Warning reports, Priority 2 (yellow)If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp lights up, and is accompanied
by one audible warning . The function should be checked as soon as possible.
If several priority 2 warning reports are detected at the same time, the
symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time. After
a set time, the information text will disappear and the symbol will be shown
as a reminder at the side of the display.
Priority 2 warning reports will not be shown until all Priority 1 warning
reports have been dealt with!
Examples of priority 2 warning reports (yellow):
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•
Fuel symbol with the information text PLEASE REFUEL
•
Windscreen washer fluid symbol
 with the information text REFILL
WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID . Refill the windscreen washer tank ⇒page 218
•
Electronic immobiliser symbol

with the information text SAFE. A valid
key was not used, for this reason the vehicle may not start
7)Depending on the model version8)Depending on the model version
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Vehicle status menu
This menu shows warning or information textsOpen Vehicle Condition menu
– Choose option Vehicle condition from main menu: “Main menu”
and press the button on the windscreen wiper lever.
Priority 2 warning messages and inform ation texts: “Warning and information
texts on the screen” automatically di sappear after a certain time and are
saved in the menu “Vehicle condition”.
The warning and information texts may be viewed in this menu. If there are no
messages, ok appears on the display. If there are several messages, each one
is shown for four seconds.
Configuration menu
This menu is used to make the settings for the vehicle functions.Open Configuration menu
– Choose the Configuration option from main menu “Main menu” and press the button on the windscreen wiper lever.
Example of use of menus: “E xample of use of menus”.
Configuration Function
Time The hours and minutes of the clock and the navigation system can be changed. Both 12- and 24-hour
formats are available and the time may be changed to summer time (an S appears in the upper part of
the screen)
Winter tyres The menu allows the setting of a speed at which an optical and acoustic warning will be given by the
system. You can use this function, for example, if you have fitted winter tyres which are not suited for the
top speed of your vehicle . See chapter “Wheels” in owner’s manual
Settings: Language The display texts and the navigation system texts can be seen in seven different languages
Units This option allows you to select the units for displaying temperature, fuel consumption values and dis-
tances.
Convenience From this menu it is possible to alter the vehicle convenience settings.
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