brakes Seat Ateca 2017 User Guide

Operation
speed accordingly and then controls the ad-
ju s
ted distance. If the vehicle detected in
front accelerates, the adaptive cruise control
will also accelerate up to the target speed
programmed at most.
The greater the speed, the greater the dis-
tance in metres should be ››› . We recom-
mend the settin g

Distance 3. WARNING
With regard to distance setting, the driver is
r e

sponsible for observing country-specific
legislation. Driver messages
 A
C
C not available
The system can no longer continue to guar-
antee safe vehicle detection and will be de-
activated. The sensor has lost its setting or is
damaged. Take the vehicle to a specialised
workshop and have the fault repaired.
 ACC: currently not available. No sensor vi-
sion
 ACC and Front Assist: currently not availa-
ble. No sensor vision
This message will be displayed to the driver if
the radar sensor's vision is impaired due, for example, to leaves, snow, heavy fog or dirt.
C
l

ean the SEAT badge ››› Fig. 177.
 ACC: currently not available. Gradient too
steep
The maximum road slope has been excee-
ded, hence safe ACC operation cannot be
guaranteed. The ACC cannot be switched on.
 ACC: only available in D, S or M
Select the D/S or M position on the selector
lever.
 ACC: parking brake applied
The ACC is deactivated if the parking brake is
applied. The ACC is available once again after
the parking brake is released.
 ACC: currently not available. Intervention
of stability control
The message for the driver is displayed when
the electronic stability control (ESC) inter-
venes. In this case, the ACC is automatically
switched off.
 ACC: Take action!
The message for the driver is displayed if,
when the vehicle starts up on a hill with a
mild slope, the vehicle rolls back even al-
though the ACC is activated. Apply the brake
to stop the vehicle from moving/colliding
with another vehicle. 
ACC: speed limit
The me ssage for the driver is displayed if, in
vehicles with manual gearbox, the current
speed is too low for the ACC mode.
The speed to be stored must be at least
30 km/h (18 mph). The speed limiter
switches off if the speed falls below 20 km/h (12 mph).
 ACC: available as of the 2nd gear
The ACC is operational as of the 2nd gear
(manual gearbox).
 ACC: engine speed
The message for the driver is displayed if, when the ACC accelerates or brakes, the driv-
er does not shift up or down a gear in time,
which means exceeding or not reaching the
permissible engine speed. The ACC switches
itself off. A buzzer warning is heard.
 ACC: clutch pressed
Vehicles with a manual gearbox: pressing the
clutch pedal for longer abandons control
mode.
Door open
Vehicles with automatic gearbox: the ACC
cannot be activated with the vehicle station-
ary and the door open.
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Trailer mode
When driv in
g with trailer the ACC controls
less dynamically.
Overheated brakes
If the brakes overheat, for example after
abrupt braking or in long and steep slopes,
the ACC may be deactivated temporarily. The
relevant text message will appear in the dash
panel display. In this case, adaptive cruise
control cannot be activated.
Adaptive cruise control can be reactivated
once brake temperature has cooled suffi-
ciently. The message will disappear from the
instrument panel display. If the message ACC
not available remains on for quite a long
time it means that there is a fault. Contact a
specialised workshop. SEAT recommends vis-
iting a SEAT dealership. WARNING
If the message ACC ready to start ap-
pe ar

s on the instrument panel display and
the vehicle in front starts up, the vehicle will
start up automatically. In this case the radar
sensor may not detect obstacles on the road.
This could cause an accident and serious in-
juries.
● Before driving off, check that the road is
cl

ear. If necessary, apply the brake. Front Assist system including
C
ity

emergency braking and
pedestrian monitoring*
Introduction The Front Assist system including City emer-
g
ency

braking and pedestrian monitoring can
help avoid collisions.
The Front Assist system may warn the driver,
within the constraints of the system, of im-
pending collisions, prepare the vehicle for
emergency braking in case of danger, provide
support during braking and apply automatic
braking.
The City emergency braking and pedestrian
monitoring functions are an integral part of
the Front Assist system.
The Front Assist is not a replacement for
driver awareness.
Distance warning
If the system detects that safety is endan-
gered by the proximity of the vehicle in front,
it may warn the driver by means of a message
on the instrument panel when driving at a
speed of between approximately 60 km/h
(37 mph) and 250 km/h (156 mph)
››› Fig. 184.
The warning moment varies depending on
the traffic situation and driver behaviour. Advance warning
If
the sy

stem detects a possible collision with
the vehicle in front, it may warn the driver by
means of an audible warning and an indica-
tion on the instrument panel when driving at
a speed of between approximately 30 km/h
(18 mph) and 250 km/h (156 mph)
››› Fig. 184.
The warning moment varies depending on
the traffic situation and driver behaviour. At
the same time, the vehicle will prepare for a
possible emergency braking ››› .
C ritic

al warning
If the driver fails to react to the advance
warning, the system may actively intervene in
the brakes when driving at a speed of be-
tween approximately 30 km/h (18 mph) and
250 km/h (156 mph), generating a brief jolt
to warn of the imminent collision.
Automatic braking
If the driver also fails to react to the advance
warning, the system may brake the vehicle
automatically, by progressively increasing
braking effect driving at a speed of between
approximately 4 km/h (2.5 mph) and
250 km/h (156 mph). By reducing speed in
case of a possible collision, the system may
contribute to reducing the consequences of
an accident. »
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●
Ad apt
your speed and safe distance to the
vehicle in front of you at all times to suit visi-
bility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
● The City Emergency braking function alone
cannot
prevent accidents or serious injury.
● In complex driving situations, the City
Emerg
ency braking function may issue unnec-
essary warnings and intervene inopportunely
in braking, such as in work areas or if there
are metal rails.
● If the operation of the City Emergency brak-
ing f
unction is impaired, for example, by dirt
or because the radar sensor has lost its set-
tings, the system may issue unnecessary
warnings and intervene inopportunely in the
braking.
● The City emergency braking function only
re

acts to people if the vehicle has a pedes-
trian-monitoring system. The system does
not react to animals or vehicles crossing your
path or approaching head-on in the same
lane. Note
● When the C ity

Emergency braking function
causes a braking, the brake pedal is “hard-
er”.
● Automatic interventions on the brakes by
the City
Emergency braking function may be interrupted by pressing the clutch, accelera-
t
or or mo

ving the wheel.
● The City Emergency braking function can
brak
e the vehicle until it stops completely.
However, the brake system does not halt the
vehicle permanently. Use the foot brake!
● If several inopportune intervenes occur,
swit
ch off the Front Assist and with it the City
Emergency braking function. Take it to a spe-
cialised workshop, SEAT recommends visiting
a SEAT dealership.
● If numerous unnecessary interventions oc-
cur
, the City Emergency braking function may
switch off automatically. Pedestrian Monitoring*
1) Fig. 188
On the instrument panel display: 
Adv anc
e warning message.  Pedestrian
Monitoring deactivated. The pedestrian monitoring system can help
pr
ev

ent accidents involving pedestrians or
reduce the consequences of an accident.
The system warns of danger of collision, pre-
pares the vehicle for emergency braking, as-
sists in the braking and brakes automatically.
If the system detects a possible collision with
a pedestrian, it warns the driver with an
acoustic signal and a message on the dash
panel display ››› Fig. 188. 1)
Depending on the vehicle equipment, pedestrian
monit orin

g is not available in all countries.
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The pedestrian monitoring system, including
the a dv
ance warning, is automatically con-
nected when the ignition is switched on
››› page 165.
SEAT recommends always having the pedes-
trian monitoring system connected. The ex-
ceptions set out for the Front Assist system
are equally valid for the pedestrian monitor-
ing system ››› page 210.
Switching the pedestrian monitoring system
on and off
With the ignition on, the pedestrian monitor-
ing system can be switched on and off as fol-
lows:
● Switch the system on and off in the info-
tainment
system using the  button and
the Set
up and
Driv
er a
ssistance function but-
t on
s ›››
 page 26.
When the pedestrian protection system is
switched off, the dash panel display shows a
message indicating this ››› Fig. 188 . The
pedestrian monitoring system is switched off
with the Front Assist function. WARNING
The technology in the pedestrian monitoring
sy s

tem cannot defy the laws of physics and
only works within the system's limits. The
driver is always responsible for braking in
time. If the pedestrian monitoring system is- sues a warning, brake the vehicle immediate-
ly
w

ith the brake pedal or swerve to avoid the
pedestrian, depending on traffic conditions.
● The pedestrian monitoring system alone
cannot
avoid accidents or serious injury.
● In complex driving situations, the pedes-
trian monit
oring system may issue unneces-
sary warnings and intervene unnecessarily in
braking, such as in main roads with turnings.
● If the operation of the system is impaired,
for e
xample, because the radar sensor and
camera are covered or have lost their set-
tings, the system may issue unnecessary
warnings and intervene inopportunely in the
braking.
● The driver must always be ready to take
ov
er the control of the vehicle. Note
● When the v

ehicle is braked via the pedes-
trian monitoring system, the brake pedal be-
comes stiffer.
● Automatic interventions by the pedestrian
monitorin
g system on the brakes may be in-
terrupted by pressing the accelerator or mov-
ing the wheel.
● If the pedestrian monitoring system does
not w
ork as described in this chapter (e.g. if
it intervening unnecessarily several times),
switch if off, contact a specialist workshop
immediately and request to have the system
checked. SEAT recommends visiting a SEAT
dealership for this. Lane Assist system*
Intr oduction WARNING
The intelligent technology in the Lane Assist
sy s

tem cannot change the limits imposed by
the laws of physics and by the very nature of
the system. Careless or uncontrolled use of
the Lane Assist system may cause accidents
and injury. The system is not a replacement
for driver awareness.
● Always adapt your speed and the distance
to the
vehicles ahead in line with visibility,
weather conditions, the condition of the road
and the traffic situation.
● Always keep your hands on the steering
wheel so it
can be turned at any time.
● The Lane Assist system does not detect all
ro

ad markings. The road surfaces, road struc-
tures or objects in poor condition can be in-
correctly detected as road markings under
certain circumstances by the Lane Assist sys-
tem. In such situations, switch the Lane As-
sist system off immediately.
● Please observe the indications on the in-
strument
panel and act as is necessary.
● Always pay attention to the vehicle's sur-
rou
ndings.
● When the area of vision of the camera be-
come
s dirty, covered or is damaged, the Lane
Assist system function can be affected. » 213
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If the driver does not react to this, the system
al so al
erts the driver with a little shaking mo-
tion through the brakes and, if the vehicle
has it, activates the Emergency Assist func-
tion ››› page 218.
In vehicles without Emergency Assist, the
adaptive lane guidance function will be disa-
bled after the corresponding warnings to the
driver.
The lane assist system is active but it is not
available (the control lamp is lit up yellow)
● When driving at speeds below 65 km/h (38
mph).
● When the Lane Assist system does not de-
tect
the dividing lines of the road. For exam-
ple, in the event warnings indicating road
works, and snow, dirt, moisture or reflec-
tions.
● When the radius of a curve is too small.
● When no road markings can be seen.
● When the distance to the next marking to
too gr
eat.
● When the system does not detect any clear
and active s
teering movement during a long
period of time.
● Temporarily, in the event of very dynamic
drivin
g styles.
● If a turn signal is activated.
● With the stability control system (ESC) in
Spor
t mode or switched off. Side Assist PLUS
If the

vehicle is also equipped with Side As-
sist and the system is switched on, the driver
is alerted when changing lanes during a pos-
sible critical situation (level of information,
warning level) through a corrective steering
wheel intervention. This occurs even if the
turn signal is activated in the corresponding
direction. If the driver over-regulates the
steering wheel intervention, an additional
warning is given through a vibration in the
steering wheel. Note
● Bef

ore starting a journey, verify that the
field of vision of the camera is not covered
››› Fig. 191.
● Always keep the field of vision of the cam-
era c
lean. Switching off the Lane Assist system
in the f
o

llowing situations Due to the limits of the Lane Assist system,
sw
it

ch it off in the following situations:
● When more attention is required of the
driver
● When driv

ing in a sporty style
● In unfavourable weather conditions
● On roads in poor condition ●
In are
as of road works
Traffic Jam Assist De
scription and operation 

› ›
›
table on page 2
Traffic Jam Assist helps the driver keep the
car within its lane and to move in convoy in
case of traffic congestion or slow traffic.
Traffic Jam Assist is an additional function of
Lane Assist ›››
page 213 and combines Lane
Assist functions with Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) ›››
page 197. Therefore, it is essential
that you read these two chapters carefully
and note the limitations of the systems and
the information about them.
Operation of Traffic Jam Assist
At speeds of below 60 km/h (40 mph), Traffic
Jam Assist can maintain a (temporary) dis-
tance preset by the driver with respect to the
vehicle ahead and help stay within the lane
››› .
T o do thi

s, the system automatically controls
the acceleration, brakes and steering, and
slows down the vehicle if necessary until it
stops fully before a vehicle that has stopped,
before moving off again automatically.
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Operation
time. The driver is always responsible for
k
eepin
g the vehicle in its own lane.
● Always be prepared to take charge of driv-
ing (ac
celerating or braking) yourself. Note
● If

Traffic Jam Assist does not work as de-
scribed in this chapter, stop using it and con-
tact a specialised workshop.
● If the system is faulty, take it to a special-
ised w
orkshop and have it checked. Emergency Assist
D e

scription and operation Emergency Assist detects whether there is in-
activ
ity

by the driver and can automatically
keep the car within the lane and stop it alto-
gether if necessary. This way the system can
actively help avoid an accident.
Emergency Assist is an additional function of
Lane Assist ››› page 213 and combines Lane
Assist functions with Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) ››› page 197. Therefore, it is essential
that you read these two chapters carefully
and note the limitations of the systems and
the information about them. Operation of Emergency Assist
Emerg

ency Assist detects when the driver
ceases to perform any activity and repeatedly
requests that he/she regain active control of
the vehicle, through the use of optical and
acoustic warnings and by applying the
brakes.
If the driver continues to do nothing, the sys-
tem automatically takes over the accelerator,
brakes and steering in order to brake the ve-
hicle and keep it in its lane ››› . If the re-
m ainin

g braking distance is sufficient, if nec-
essary the system slows down the vehicle un-
til it stops completely and automatically
switches on the electronic parking brake
››› page 170.
When the Emergency Assist is actively adjust-
ing, the hazard warning lights come on
››› page 135 and the vehicle makes slight zig-
zag movements in the lane in order to warn
other drivers.
Switching the Emergency Assist on and off
The Emergency Assist is switched on auto-
matically when the Lane Assist is switched on
››› page 213.
Technical requirements for using the Emer-
gency Assist ● The adaptive cruise control (ACC) must be
swit
ched on ››› page 197. ●
The Lane Ass
ist must be switched on
››› page 213.
● The selector lever must be at the D/S pos
i-
tion or in the Tiptronic selection track.
● The system must have detected a lane sep-
aration line on both s
ides of the vehicle
››› Fig. 190.
The following conditions may cause the
Emergency Assist not to react or to switch off
automatically:
● If the driver accelerates, brakes or moves
the st
eering wheel.
● If any of the conditions mentioned in
››

› page 218, Technical requirements for us-
ing the Emergency Assist are not fulfilled.
● If any of the conditions required for opera-
tion of the Lane As
sist are not met
››› page 213.
● If any of the conditions necessary for the
ad
aptive cruise control (ACC) to work are no
longer fulfilled ››› page 197. WARNING
The smart technology incorporated into the
Emer g

ency Assist cannot overcome the limits
imposed by the laws of physics; it only works
within the limits of the system. The driver is
responsible for driving the vehicle.
● Adapt your speed and safe distance to the
vehic
le in front of you at all times to suit the218

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visibility, weather, road and traffic
c
ondition
s.
● Keep your hands on the wheel at all times
to be r
eady to intervene in the steering at any
time.
● The Emergency Assist alone cannot always
avoid ac
cidents or serious injuries.
● If the operation of the Emergency Assist is
impair
ed, for example if the radar sensor of
the adaptive cruise control (ACC) or the Lane
Assist camera are covered or have lost their
settings, the system may intervene inoppor-
tunely in braking or in steering.
● The Emergency Assist does not react to
peopl
e or animal or vehicles crossing your
path or which approach you head-on in the
same lane. WARNING
If the Emergency Assist Intervenes inoppor-
t u

nely, serious accidents and injuries may oc-
cur.
● If the Emergency Assist does not operate
properly
, switch off the Lane Assist
››› page 213. Doing so will also switch off the
Emergency Assist.
● Have the system checked by a specialised
work
shop. SEAT recommends visiting a SEAT
dealership for this. Note
● Aut om

atic interventions by the Emergency
Assist on the brakes may be interrupted by
pressing the accelerator or brake or by mov-
ing the wheel.
● Hazard warning lights that come on auto-
matic
ally can be switched off by pressing the
accelerator or the break, moving the steering
wheel or pressing the hazard warning light
switch.
● If this occurs, the Emergency Assist may
decel
erate the vehicle until it comes to a com-
plete stop.
● When the Emergency Assist is activated, it
is

only available again after the ignition has
been switched off and back on again. 219
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● in the c a
se of special constructions to the
side of the vehicle, e.g., high or irregular di-
viders.
Parking assistant (RTA) Fig. 196
Schematic representation of the rear
c r

oss traffic alert: monitored zone around the
vehicle being parked. The parking assistant uses the radar sensors
on the r
e

ar bumper ››› Fig. 193 to monitor the
traffic crossing behind the vehicle as it backs
out of a parallel parking space or as it is be-
ing manoeuvred, for example in very low visi-
bility conditions.
If the system detects that someone else on
the road is approaching the rear of the vehi-
cle ››› Fig. 196, an acoustic alarm is heard. ●
The acou
stic alarm comes from the same
acoustic indicator used by the ParkPilot.
In addition to the acoustic alarm, the driver is
also informed by means of a visual signal on
the radio screen. This signal is displayed in
the form of a red strip at the back of the im-
age of the vehicle on the radio screen. This
strip displays the side of the vehicle towards
which traffic is approaching.
Automatic braking to reduce damages
If the rear cross traffic alert detects that
someone else on the road is approaching the
rear of the vehicle and the driver does not
step on the brake, the system will engage the
brakes automatically.
The parking system helps the driver by auto-
matically engaging the brakes to reduce any
damage. The system will brake automatically
if the vehicle is reversing at a speed of ap-
proximately 1-12 km (1-7 mph). Once it has
detected that the vehicle has stopped, the
system will keep the vehicle stopped for ap-
prox. 2 seconds.
After automatically braking to reduce dam-
age, the system will not be able to automati-
cally brake again for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
You can interrupt the automatic braking by
stepping hard on the accelerator pedal or the
brake pedal in order to regain control of the
vehicle. WARNING
The smart technology incorporated into the
r e

ar cross traffic alert cannot overcome the
limits imposed by the laws of physics; it only
works within the limits of the system. The
parking assistant function should not tempt
you into taking any risks. The system is not a
replacement for driver awareness.
● The system should never be used in limited
vi

sibility conditions or complicated traffic,
e.g., in high-traffic areas or when crossing
multiple lanes.
● Be sure to always be aware of the vehicle's
surr
oundings, since the system often fails to
detect things such as bicycles or pedestrians.
● The rear cross traffic alert itself will not
brak
e the vehicle to a complete stop. Using the blind spot detector (BSD)
w
ith p

arking assistant (RTA) Activating and deactivating the blind spot
det
ect

or (BSD) with parking assistant (RTA)
The blind spot detector with parking assis-
tant can be switched on and off by accessing
the Assistance systems menu on the
dash panel display using the steering wheel
controls. If the vehicle is equipped with a
multifunction camera, it can also be ac-
cessed by means of the driver assistance sys-
tems key located on the main beam head-
light lever.
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Automatic braking intervention by
P ark
Assist Park Assist helps the driver by automatically
br
ak

ing in certain situations.
The driver is always responsible for braking
in time ››› .
Aut om

atic braking intervention to avoid ex-
ceeding the speed limit
To avoid exceeding the speed limit of approx-
imately 7 km/h (4 mph) when entering or
leaving a parking space, the brakes may acti-
vate automatically. After automatically acti-
vating the brakes, the manoeuvres to enter or
exit a parking space may continue.
The brakes are only automatically activated
once for each attempt to enter or exit a park-
ing space. If the speed of approximately
7 km/h (4 mph) is exceeded again, the corre-
sponding operation is halted.
Automatic braking to reduce damages
Depending on certain conditions, the Park
Assist system can automatically brake the ve-
hicle when faced with an obstacle, briefly ac-
tioning and holding down the brake ped-
al ››› . Following this the driver must press
the br ak

e pedal.
Automatic braking intervention to reduce
damage leads to the parking manoeuvre fin-
ishing. WARNING
The automatic braking intervention by Park
As s

ist should never tempt you to take any
risk that may compromise safety. The system
is not a replacement for driver awareness.
● The Park Assist system is subject to certain
limitation
s inherent to the system. In certain
situations, the automatic braking interven-
tion may only work in a limited way or not
work at all.
● Always be ready to use the brakes yourself!
● The automatic braking intervention will end
aft
er approximately 1.5 seconds. Following
this, brake the vehicle yourself. Parking System Plus (ParkPi-
lot)*
D e

scription Fig. 206
Represented area. During parking, P
ark

ing System Plus assists
the driver by visually and audibly warning
them about obstacles detected in front of
and behind the vehicle.
There are ultrasound sensors integrated in
the front and rear bumpers. When they detect
an obstacle, you are alerted by audible warn-
ings and visually on the Easy Connect sys-
tem.
In the event of danger of a frontal collision,
the audible warnings come from the front of
the vehicle, and in the event of the danger of
a rear-end collision they come from the rear.
Make particularly sure that the sensors are
not covered by adhesives, residues and the
like, as this could affect the system's opera-
tion. Cleaning instructions ››› page 268.
The approximate measurement range of the
sensors is:
1.20 m
1.60 m
0.90 m
As you approach the obstacle, the time inter-
val between the audible warnings will be re-
duced. When you reach around 0.30 m the
warning will be constant: do not continue to
move forward (or backward)!
If you maintain separation from the obstacle,
the volume of the warning begins to reduce »
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Towing bracket device*
Trailer brakes
If the tr
ailer has its own brake system, please
take the relevant legal requirements into ac-
count. Never connect the trailer's brake sys-
tem to the vehicle's brake system.
Tow rope
Always use a cable between the vehicle and
the trailer ››› page 259.
Trailer rear lights
The trailer's rear lights should comply with
the statutory safety regulations ››› page 259.
Never connect the trailer's rear lights directly
to the vehicle's electric system. If you are not
sure that the trailer's electrical connection is
correct, have it checked by a specialised
workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a SEAT
dealership for this.
Exterior mirrors
If you cannot see the area behind the trailer
with the exterior mirrors of the towing vehi-
cle, additional mirrors will have to be instal-
led in accordance with the regulations of the
country in question. The exterior mirrors
should be adjusted before you start driving
and must provide a sufficient field of vision
at the rear. Trailer maximum electricity consumption
ConsumersEurope, Asia,
Africa, South America and
Central AmericaAustralia
Brake lights (total)84 Watts108 Watts
Turn signal (on each
side)42 Watts54 Watts
Side lights (on each
side)50 Watts100 Watts
Reverse lights (on
each side)42 Watts54 Watts
Rear fog light42 Watts54 Watts
Never exceed the values indicated! WARNING
If the towing bracket is wrongly fitted or is
not the right

one, the trailer could become
detached from the vehicle and cause serious
injury. CAUTION
● If the r

ear lights of the trailer are not cor-
rectly connected, the vehicle's electronic sys-
tem may be damaged.
● If the trailer absorbs excessive electric cur-
rent, the
vehicle's electronic system may be
damaged. ●
Nev er c

onnect the trailer's electric system
directly to the electrical connections of the
tail lights or any other power sources. Only
use the connections intended for providing
electric current to the trailer. Electrical unlocking tow hitch
Fig. 217
On the right side of the luggage
c omp

artment: button for unlocking the tow
hitch. 

› ›
›
table on page 2
The tow hitch is located in the bumper. The
electrical unlocking tow hitch cannot be dis-
assembled.
There should be no person, animal or object
in the path of the tow hitch ››› .
»
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