tailgate Seat Exeo 2008 User Guide

Unlocking and locking103
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Operating instructions
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Locking the vehicle
– Press button for about 1 second.
Opening the tailgate
– Press button and hold for at least one second.The indicators will flash twice as confirmation when you unlock the car. The
vehicle will be locked again automatically if you do not open one of the doors
or the tailgate within 60 seconds after unlocking the car with button . This
function prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlocking
button is pressed by mistake.
On vehicles with the security central locking* feature, you can unlock just the
driver's door and the tank flap by pressing button once, or the whole
vehicle by pressing the button twice.
The indicators flash once when the vehicle is locked to confirm that the doors
and tailgate are properly locked.
Moreover, apart from unlocking the vehicle, the seat* and mirror* memory
programmed in the key is activated. The dr iver's seat and exterior mirrors will
be automatically adjusted to the positions stored in the memory.
The interior lights will automatically light up when the vehicle is unlocked and
go out when the vehicle is locked, provided that the switch is in the courtesy
light position.
WARNING
Do not leave anyone (especially children) in the car if it is locked from the
outside and the anti- theft security system is enabled, as the doors and
windows cannot then be opened from the inside. Locked doors could delay
assistance in an emergency, potentially putting lives at risk.
Note
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The remote control should only be us ed when the doors and the tailgate
are closed.
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The remote control should not be used when the vehicle is out of sight.
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The anti-theft alarm* can be accidentally triggered and the vehicle locked
if you press the locking button on th e remote control inside the vehicle
before inserting the key in the ignition. If this should happen by mistake,
press the unlock button .
Re-synchronising
Should the remote control fail to lock or unlock the vehicle,
the system must be re-synchronised.– If the vehicle is locked, use the key to unlock the driver's door.
– Press the unlock button on the remote control.
– Insert the key into the ignition and switch on the ignition.
– Switch off the ignition and remove the key.
– Press the unlock or the lock button .
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Unlocking and locking
104Anti-theft alarm system*Description
The system triggers an alarm if anyone attempts to break into
the vehicle.The anti-theft alarm helps to prevent the vehicle being broken into or stolen.
If the system senses interference with the vehicle, it triggers an audible and
visible alarm.
How is the system enabled?
The anti-theft alarm system is enabled automatically when the vehicle is
locked with the remote control or by turning the key in the driver's door (if the
door is closed). The system is enabled about 30 seconds after the vehicle is
locked.
How is the system disabled?
The anti-theft alarm is only disabled when the vehicle is unlocked using the
remote control. The vehicle will lock again automatically if none of the doors
is opened within 60 seconds after pressing the remote control button.
If the vehicle is unlocked by turning the key in the driver's door, all the other
doors, the tailgate and the tank flap will remain locked.
If the vehicle has been unlocked with the key in the driver's door, the key must
be inserted in the ignition lock and the ignition switched on within 15
seconds of opening the door in order to disable the alarm. The alarm will be
triggered if the ignition is not switched on within 15 seconds.
When does the system trigger the alarm?
The following parts of the car are monitored when the vehicle is locked:•
Engine compartment (bonnet)
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Boot
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Doors
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Tilt angle (tow-a way protection)
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Ignition
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Radio (only with a factory-fitted SEAT radio)
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Interior ⇒page 105
If any of the named areas are entered, the alarm will be triggered.
How is the alarm disabled?
The alarm can be switched off by unlocking the vehicle using the remote
control, or by switching on the igniti on with the key, thus “disabling” the
alarm system. The alarm will also switch off when it comes to the end of its
cycle.
Indicators
The indicators flash briefly when the vehicle is locked to confirm that the
doors, the engine bonnet and the tailgate are properly closed and locked.
If the indicators do not flash, check the doors, the bonnet and the tailgate to
make sure they are properly closed. The indicators will also flash briefly if one
of the doors or the tailgate or engine bonnet are closed after the alarm system
has been enabled.
LED
When the vehicle is locked, the LED on the top of the driver's door trim will
flash rapidly for about 30 seconds and then continue flashing slowly. This is
to indicate that the anti-theft alarm system (including the interior monitor
and tow-away protection) is operative. If the LED lights up continuously for
about 30 seconds when the vehicle is locked instead of flashing, this means
the alarm system is not working properly.Note
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To make sure that the alarm is fully operative when leaving the vehicle,
briefly check that all the doors and windows and the sun roof* are closed.
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Lights and visibility115
Safety First
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Coming home and leaving home functions*
The coming home and leaving home functions are used to
light up the surroundings in th e dark. The front fog lights, the
rear side lights and the number plate light switch on.Enabling the functions
– Briefly press the knob ⇒fig. 85 to release it from its set position.
– Turn the knob to position 1.
– Press the knob in again to prevent the setting from being changed unintentionally.
Disabling the functions
– Briefly press the knob ⇒fig. 85 to release it from its set position.
– Turn the knob to position 0. – Press the knob in again to prevent the setting from being
changed unintentionally.
The coming home and leaving home functions are controlled by light sensors
in the rear view mirror housing. The sy stem will function when the following
requirements are met:•
The knob is set to position 1.
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The headlights and the ignition are switched off.
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Dark conditions; the sensors register little or no light.
Coming home
When the system is enabled and it is dark, the corresponding exterior lights
switch on as soon as the driver's door is opened.
The exterior lights will stay on for up to a maximum of 2 minutes as long as
one of the doors or the tailgate is open.
The exterior lights stay on for about 30 seconds to light up the area in front of
the car after all the doors and the tailgate have been closed.
This time interval is factory-set, but you can have it changed by a specialist
garage to suit your own requirements (max. setting is 60 seconds).
Leaving home
The exterior lights are switched on wh en the vehicle is unlocked with the
button on the remote control key.
The exterior lights go out when the dr iver's door is opened or after 60
seconds when the vehicle locks itself again automatically ⇒page 102.
WARNING
Before leaving the vehicle, remove the key from the ignition, as the lights
will not go out if the coming home is enabled. This will lead to battery
discharge and vehicle breakdown.
Fig. 85 Detailed view of
the instrument panel:
Coming home and leaving
home functions
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Lights and visibility
122Rear reading lightsThe reading lights are switched on and off with the switches .
Luggage compartment lightingThe light is in the upper part of the luggage compartment. A second light is
provided on the inside panel below the boot opening.
The light ⇒ fig. 95 switches on automatically when the tailgate is opened.
The luggage compartment light is switched off automatically if the tailgate is
left open for more than about 10 minutes.
Fig. 94 Details of head-
liner: rear reading lights
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Fig. 95 Detailed view of
the top of the luggage
compartment: luggage
compartment lighting
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Seats and stowage143
Safety First
Operating instructions
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Ski bag*
You can use the "ski bag" to transport skis or other extra-long
objects safely inside the vehicle without soiling or damaging
the upholstery.
Loading
–Open the tailgate.
– Press the release catch for the ski bag cover ⇒fig. 120 -arrow-
and swivel the cover downwards.
– Pull down the centre rear armrest.
– From the passenger compartment, press down the release catch for the ski bag cover and pull out the cover.
–Pull out and unfold the ski bag.
– The extra-long items can now be loaded through the luggage compartment into the ski bag ⇒.
Securing
– Insert the fastening belt ⇒fig. 121 of the ski bag into the
centre seat belt buckle .
– Pull the free end of belt to tighten.
Storing
– Close the cover of the load-t hrough hatch in the luggage
compartment.
– Carefully fold away the ski bag.
– Close the inside cover of the load-through hatch from the passenger compartment.
Fig. 120 Detailed view of
the rear of the rear back-
rest: Ski bag coverFig. 121 Securing the ski
bag on the centre seat
belt buckle on the rear
seat bench
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Your vehicle maintenance and cleaning199
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
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Caution
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Never remove dirt, mud or dust if the vehicle surface is dry. Never use a
dry cloth or sponge for cleaning purposes. This could scratch the paintwork
or glass on your vehicle.
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Washing the vehicle in low temperatures: when washing the vehicle with
a hose, do not direct water into the lo ck cylinders or the gaps around the
doors, tailgate, or sunroof. Risk of freezing.For the sake of the environment
To protect environment, the car should be washed only in specially provided
wash bays. This prevents toxic, oil-laden waste water entering the sewerage
system. In some districts, washing vehicles outside wash bays is prohibited.
Note
Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.Washing the car with a high pressure cleaner
Be particularly careful when using a high pressure cleaner!– Always observe the instructions for the high-pressure cleaner, particularly those concerning the pressure and the spraying
distance .
– Increase the spraying distance for soft materials and painted bumpers.
– Do not use a high pressure cleaner to remove ice or snow from windows ⇒page 200. – Never use concentrated jet nozzles (“rotating jets”)
⇒.
– Directly after washing, avoid sudden and sharp braking. “Dry” ⇒page 181 the brakes by braking several times.
WARNING
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Never wash tyres with a concentrated jet (“rotating nozzle”). Even at
large spraying distances and short cleaning times, visible and invisible
damage can occur to the tyres. This may cause an accident.
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Water, ice and salt on the brakes can reduce braking efficiency. Risk of
accident.Caution
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Do not use water hotter than 60°C. This could damage the vehicle.
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To avoid damage to the vehicle, keep a sufficient distance from sensitive
materials such as flexible hoses, plastic, soundproofing material, etc. This is
also important for bumpers painted as the paintwork. The closer the nozzle is
to the surface, the greater the wear on the material.
Vehicle paint maintenance requirements
Regular waxing protects the paintwork.You need to apply wax to your car if water does not form small drops and run
off the paintwork when it is clean.
A good quality hard wax product is available from your Authorised Service
Centre.
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Checking and refilling levels209
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Insert the fuel nozzle into the mouth of the canister as far as
possible.
− If the spare fuel canister is made of metal, the filling nozzle must be
in contact with the canister during filling. This helps prevent an electro-
static charge building up.
− Never spill fuel in the vehicle or in the luggage compartment. Fuel
vapours are explosive. Danger of death.
Caution
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Fuel spills should be removed from the paintwork immediately.
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Never run the tank completely dry. An irregular fuel supply could cause
misfiring. As a result, unburnt fuel co uld enter the catalytic converter and
cause damage.For the sake of the environment
Do not try to put in more fuel after the automatic filler nozzle has switched off;
this may cause the fuel to overflow if it becomes warm.
Releasing the tank flap manuallyThe tank flap can be released manually if the central locking
system should fail to operate.–Open the tailgate.
– Open the cover in the right-hand side trim.
– Pull the ring in order to unlock the fuel tank ⇒fig. 161.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 161 Luggage
compartment: Releasing
the fuel tank flap by hand
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If and when
236If and whenTools, tyre repair kit and spare wheelTools
The tools and jack are stored under the floor panel in the
luggage compartment.The tools and jack ⇒fig. 175 are stored under the floor panel
in the luggage compartment.
– Lift the floor panel using the plastic handle.
– Hook the handle onto the luggage compartment weather- strip.
– Release the toolbox by pulling up the handle on the box. – Take out the tools or jack.
– Replace the floor panel before closing the tailgate.
The tool kit includes:•
A hook for removing wheel covers* or hub caps
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Box spanner for wheel bolts
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A screwdriver with reversible blade
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Towing eye
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An adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts*
Before replacing the jack in the storage bin, wind down the arm of the jack as
far as it will go.
Some of the tools listed are only provid ed in certain models or are optional
extras.
WARNING
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Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to tighten
the wheel bolts, as with this it is not possible to tighten the bolts to the
required torque. Risk of accident.
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The jack supplied by the factory is only designed for changing wheels
on this model. On no account attempt to use it for lifting heavier vehicles
or other loads. Risk of injury.
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Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.
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I f wo r k is t o b e ca r r i e d o u t un d e r n ea th the vehicle, this must be secured
by suitable stands. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury.
Fig. 175 Toolbox and jac
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If and when263
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A special retaining screw is used to secure and guide the rear light.
– Check which of the bulbs is defective.
– Open the tailgate.
– Take the screwdriver out of the vehicle's tool kit ⇒ page 236.
– Use the flat-blade side of the reversible screwdriver insert.
– Prise open the cover at the slot with the screwdriver ⇒page 262,
fig. 208 .
– Use the screwdriver to loosen the screw (arrow) located behind the cover.
– Gradually ease the rear li ght out of the mounting (⇒page 262,
fig. 209 positions and ) by pulling alternately in positions and .
– Remove the bulb holder ⇒page 263.
CautionTake care when removing the rear light to make sure there is no damage to
the paintwork or any of its components.
Note
Make sure you have a soft cloth ready to place under the glass on the rear
light, to avoid any scratches.
Removing the bulb holder
When changing a bulb, you must first remove the bulb holder.There are three securing tabs on the inside of the rear light.
– Release the retaining tabs ⇒fig. 210 .
– Take out the bulb holder.
– Change the defective bulb ⇒page 264.
A1
A2
A3
A4
A1
A2
Fig. 210 Retaining tabs
on reverse side of rear
light
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If and when
266Changing rear light bulbs (in boot lid)Overview of rear lightsRear lights in the boot lid•
Rear light
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Fog lights
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Reversing light
Removing the bulb holder
The tailgate must be open to change the bulbs.
Fig. 214 Overview of rear
lights
Fig. 215 Remove the
cover in the tailgateFig. 216 Remove the bulb
holder
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