Seat Cordoba 2007 Owner's Manual

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Ashtrays, cigarette lighter and electrical
socketsFront ashtrayOpening
– Press the lower part of the ashtray cover ⇒fig. 81 and it will
open automatically with a spring action.
Emptying the ashtray
– Hold the ashtray on the right-hand side and pull upwards.
Replacement
– Push ashtray into holder. Closing
– Move the ashtray cover towards the gear stick until it engages.
WARNING
Never put paper in the ashtray. Hot ash could ignite the paper in the
ashtray.Cigarette lighter– Press on the cigarette lighter
⇒fig. 82 to activate it ⇒.
– Wait for the lighter to pop out slightly.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the cigarette on the glowing coil.
Fig. 81
AA
Fig. 82 Cigarette lighter
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WARNING
•
Improper use of the cigarette lighter can lead to serious injuries or start
a fire.
•
Take care when using the cigarette lighter. Carelessness or negligence
when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns, risk of injury.
•
The cigarette lighter also works when the ignition is off and when the
ignition key is removed. To avoid the risk of fire, never leave children unsu-
pervised in the vehicle.
Electrical sockets The 12 Volt cigarette lighter socket can also be used for other electrical
components with a power rating of up to 120 Watt. When the engine is
switched off, however, the vehicle battery will discharge. Further information
⇒ page 165.
WARNING
The electrical sockets and any appli ances connected to them are also func-
tional with the ignition switched off and the key removed. 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 unsupervised in the
vehicle.
Note
•
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain the
battery.
•
Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions on
⇒ page 165.
Auxiliary audio connection (AUX-IN)– Lift the AUX. cover ⇒fig. 83 .
– Insert the pin fully (See the radio manual).
Fig. 83 Auxiliary audio
connection
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Apple* iPod connector
®
The iPod
® connector is in the passenger glove compartment.
For information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio
handbook.
USB* Connection
A USB port is in the passenger glove compartment.For information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio
handbook.First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire
extinguisher*First-aid kit, warning triangles and fire extinguisherThe use of reflective warning triangles is obligatory in emergencies in some
countries. As are the first -aid kit and a set of spare lightbulbs.
The first -aid kit can be fitted in one of the stowage compartments, located
below the boot floor mat. The warning tr iangle can be attached to the back of
Fig. 84 iPod connection
in the passenger side
glove compartment
Fig. 85 USB* connection
in the passenger side
glove compartment
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112the boot using rubber straps. The fire ex tinguisher can be fixed on the left-
hand side of the boot floor, fastened with velcro.
Note
• The first -a id kit, the warning tria ngles and the fire extinguisher are not
supplied with the vehicle as standard.
• The first-aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher should
meet le gal requirements.
• The expiry d at e of the content of the first-aid kit should be checked.
•
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 on ⇒ page 165, “Accessories, parts replacement and modifications”.
Luggage compartmentStowing luggage
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.
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 put objects in the luggage compartment.
•
When you transport heavy objects, always keep in mind 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.Luggage compartment coverThe tray behind the rear seat back can be used for clothing.
The groove between the tray and the re ar window heater should never be
covered, to allow free air ventilation.
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WARNING
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the luggage compartment cover, this
will endanger the vehicle occupants in case of sudden braking.
Note
•
Below the boot floor trim, next to the spare wheel, is a removable stowage
tray.
Roof carrier*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.
•
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 lead to paintwork damage
or marks on 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 carrier system support bar, the load must be distributed evenly over
the entire length. However, the maximu m 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 chapter on “Technical Data”.
•
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 carrier system when opened.
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114Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioningHeating and ventilationControls– Using the controls ⇒fig. 86 and and with the switch
you can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower
speed.
– Press the button to switch air recirculation mode on or off. A button is illuminated by a yellow lamp for as long as the function
is switched on.Temperature
Switch sets the temperature. The required temperature inside the vehicle
cannot be lower than the ambient temp erature. Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is only available when the engine
has reached its operating temperature.
Blower
The airflow can be set at four speeds with switch . The blower should
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
Air distribution
Control for setting the flow of
air in the required direction.
 – Air distribution towards the windsc reen. Air recirculation is, for safety
reasons, not possible in this position. – Air distribution to the upper body. – Air distribution to foot well. – Air distribution to the windscreen and the foot well.
Air recirculation mode

Air recirculation on (button symbol lights up) prevents strong odours
in the outside air from entering the vehicle interior, for example when driving
through a tunnel or queuing in traffic ⇒.
When the outside temperature is low, us ing air recirculation mode provides
more effective heating by heating air from the vehicle interior instead of cold
air from outside.
WARNING
•
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Fig. 86 On the dash
panel: Heater controls
AA
AC
AB
AD
AA
AB
AC
AD

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•
In air recirculation mode, no ambient air enters the vehicle interior. The
windows can quickly fog over if the heating is switched off. Therefore, you
should never leave the air recirculat ion mode switched on for longer
periods, as this increases the risk of an accident.Note
•
Please observe the general notes ⇒page 123.
Vehicle ventilation or heatingVentilating the passenger compartment
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒ fig. 87 anti-clockwise.
– Turn blower switch to speed settings 1-4. – Set the airflow to the desired direction using air distribution
control .
– Open the relevant air outlets.
Heating the interior
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒ fig. 87 clockwise to select
the required temperature.
– Turn blower switch to speed settings 1-4.
– Set the airflow to the desired direction using air distribution control .
– Open the relevant air outlets.
Defrosting the windscreen
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒ fig. 87 clockwise to the
maximum temperature.
– Turn the blower switch to setting 4.
– Set air distribution to

.
–Close outlet .
– Open and turn outlet towards side windows.
Demisting the windscreen and the side windows
– Turn the temperature selector ⇒ fig. 87 to the heating zone.
– Turn blower switch to speed settings 2-3.
– Set air distribution to

.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 87 On the dash
panel: Heater controls
A1
A7
AC
AA
A7
AC
AA
AB
A3
A4
AA
A7
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– Close outlets .
– O pen

and turn outlets towards side windows.
When the windows are demisted and as a preventive measure, the switch
can be set in position
, thus obtaining greater comfort while preventing the
windows from misting again. Heating system
Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Note
Remember that the temperature of the engine coolant should be optimum to
ensure that the heating system functions correctly (except in vehicles fitted
with additional heating*).
Air outlets
A3
A4
AC
Fig. 88 Air vent
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Air distribution
The outlets and can be closed or
opened separately and the airflow
directed according to need.
Outlet closed: operating lever in vertical position.
Outlet open: operating lever in horizontal position.
Swivelling the outlet with the operating lever, it is possible to direct the air
output as desired.
Air conditioning* ControlsThe air conditioning system only works when the engine is running
and the fan is switched on.
– Using the controls ⇒fig. 89 and and with the switch
you can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower
speed.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button or . When the function is activated, a warning light on the button
comes on.
– To demist the wind screens:
– Set air distribution to

.
Switch on symbol
Main air output through outlets:

1,2

5

1, 2, 5

3, 4
AC
A3
A4
Fig. 89 On the instru-
ment panel: air condi-
tioner controls
AA
AC
AB
AD
AE
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– Turn the fan control to one of the two levels depending on the
speed required.
– Rotate the temperature control to the desired level.
– Close outlets .
– O pen

and turn outlets towards side windows.Temperature selector ⇒page 118
Blower control. There are four speed settings for the blower. The blower
should always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
Air distribution control ⇒page 118
Air recirculation button ⇒page 119
Button – Coolant on button ⇒page 118WARNING
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Note
Please observe the general notes.
Vehicle interior heating or cooling system Heating of the vehicle interior
– Disconnect the cooling system using button ⇒fig. 90 (the
button light goes off).
– Turn the temperature selector to set the desired temperature.
– Turn the blower switch to one of the settings 1-4.
– Use the air distribution control to guide the flow of air in the required direction: (to the windscreen), (to the upper
body), (to the foot well) and (to the windscreen and to the
foot well).
Cooling the passenger compartment
– Connect the cooling system with button (the button light
should light up).
A3
A4
AAABACAD

AE
AC
Fig. 90 On the instru-
ment panel: air condi-
tioner controls
AC
AAAC




AC
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