technical data Seat Exeo ST 2009 Owner's Guide
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Speedometer with distance display
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and the
distance travelled.The distance is normally stated in kilometres (km). On some models,
however, the mileage recorder will show “miles”.
Lower distance display
The lower distance display records the vehicle's total mileage.
Upper distance display (trip recorder)
The upper distance display shows the distance that has been travelled since
the trip recorder was last reset. It is used to measure short journeys. The last
digit of the trip recorder indicates distances of 100 metres or tenths of a mile.
The upper distance display can be reset to zero by pressing the reset button
⇒fig. 42 . Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument panel, the letters
DEF will appear perma-
nently in the trip recorder display. Please have the fault rectified as soon as
possible.
Electronic immobiliser
The vehicle key data is consulted when the ignition is switched on.
If an uncoded key is used, the message SAFE will appear in the trip recorder
display. The vehicle can no longer be started if that happens.
Fuel reserveThe display only works when the ignition is switched on.
When the needle reaches the reserve zone, the symbol
lights up in the
instrument cluster display ⇒page 80. At this point there are still about 8 to
10 litres of fuel left in the tank. This is your reminder to fill up soon.
You can consult the tank capacity of your vehicle in the ⇒page 304, “Dimen-
sions and capacities” section.
Caution
N e v e r r un t h e ta n k co m p le t e l y d r y. I f t h e r e i s a n i r r e g u la r f u e l s u p p l y, m i s f i r i ng
can occur. This means that fuel could reach the exhaust system without
burning. This may lead to the catalytic converter reheating and being
damaged.
F ig. 42 Detail of th e dash
panel insert: Distance
display
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Warning and indicator lampsGeneral description
The warning and indicator lamps indicate a number of
different functions and possible faults.Fig. 44 Instrument panel with warning and indicator lamps
Note
A number of functions are monitored by the auto-check control ⇒page 75. If
a malfunction should occur, this will be shown by the display in the instru-
ment cluster either with a red symbol (priority 1 - danger) or a yellow symbol
(priority 2 - warning).
Exhaust emission control system
⇒ page 66
Airbag system
⇒page 66
Tyr e pre ssu re too low
⇒page 66
Cruise control
⇒page 67
Tra ile r in di cato rs
⇒page 67
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
⇒page 67
Seat belt warning
⇒page 68
Left indicators
⇒page 68
Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP)
⇒page 68
Alternator
⇒page 69
Main beam headlights
⇒page 69
Engine management (alternative to
)
⇒page 69
Glow plug system (alternative to
)
⇒page 70
Fault in brake system / handbrake is
applied
⇒page 70
Right indicators
⇒page 68
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The yellow warning
lamp remains on if the system is faulty or if
the pressure is too low in at least one tyre. In the event of a system
fault, the letters TPMS are displayed in the centre of the instrument
panel ⇒page 66, fig. 45 . If the tyre pressure drops rapidly, the
message ⇒page 66, fig. 46 will be shown on the central display
of the instrument panel. If the pressure loss is more gradual, the
message ⇒page 66, fig. 46 will be shown on the central display
of the instrument panel. This message does not show the tyre
affected. Should any of these warnings be displayed:
– Stop the engine.
– Check the tyres. Although the warning corresponds to just one tyre, you should also check the others.
– Correct the tyre pressure ⇒page 243.
For more detailed information on the tyre pressure monitoring system, please
refer to ⇒page 242.Cruise control system*
The indicator lamp
on the instrument panel lights up when the cruise
control system is operating.
Trailer indicators*
This indicator lamp flashes when the indicators are operating
while towing a caravan or trailer.The indicator lamp
flashes when the indicators are operated if a trailer is
correctly coupled to the vehicle.
Where a turn signal lamp does not work, either on the trailer or on the towing
vehicle, the indicator lamp will not flash.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
The warning lamp monitors the ABS and the integrated elec-
tronic differential lock (EDL).The warning lamp
lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on and while the engine is being started. The lamp goes out again
after the system has run through an automatic test sequence.
There is a fault in the ABS if:
•the warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on,•The warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds.•The warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving.
The vehicle can still brake in the normal way (except that the ABS control func-
tion is out of action). Please take the vehicle to a specialist garage as soon as
possible. For further information on the ABS ⇒page 190.
If a malfunction should occur in the ABS, the ESP warning lamp will also light
up.
AAAB
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•It will start flashing to indicate that ESP is counteracting an unstable
driving condition.•It lights up when the ignition is switched on for approx. 2 seconds while
the function is checked.•The warning lamp will light up if there is a malfunction in the ESP.•It will light up after the battery has been disconnected.•The warning lamp will light up if the ESP is switched off.•It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the ESP
operates in conjunction with the ABS.
If the ESP warning lamp lights up and stays on after the engine is started, this
may mean that the control system has temporarily switched off the ESP. In this
case the ESP can be reactivated by switching the ignition off and then on
again. After this the warning lamp should go out to show that the system is
fully functional.
The warning lamp will light up when the ignition is switched on if the battery
has been disconnected and then reconnected. It should go out again after
driving a short distance if the steering wheel is turned slightly.
For further information on the ESP, see ⇒page 191.Alternator
The warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator or in the
vehicle's electrical system.The warning lamp
lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should
switch off after the engine has started.
If the warning lamp lights up when you are driving, you can normally
continue as far as the nearest specialist garage. However, given that the
battery will be running down, any electrical consumption not absolutely vital
should be switched off.
Caution
If the coolant warning lamp
i n t h e i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l l i g h t s u p as we ll a s t h e
alternator waning lamp while driving ⇒page 78, stop the vehicle immedi-
ately and switch off the engine. In this case the coolant pump is no longer
being driven, and there is a risk of engine damage.
Main beam headlights
The indicator lamp
lights up when the main beams are on or when the
headlight flasher is operated.
For further information on the main beam headlights, see ⇒page 123.
Engine management
This warning lamp monitors the engine management system
for petrol engines.The warning lamp
(Electronic Power Control) lights up while the function
is being checked.
Note
If the warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a fault
in the engine management system. The vehicle must be taken immediately to
a specialist garage to have the engine serviced.
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Driver information systemGeneral notes
The driver information system in the instrument panel shows
the status of various on-board systems at a glance.The display for the driver information system is in the centre of the instrument
panel.
The system runs a check on certain components and functions when the igni-
tion is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. The DIS system gives an
audible warning if a fault should occur or if servicing is required, and a red or
yellow warning symbol (in some cases with a corresponding driver message)
appears in the dashboard display.
The driver is informed on the audio system.
The driver information system includes the following functions:
Note
•If a fault should occur, the display will show a red or yellow warning
symbol. A red warning symbol indicates a serious malfunction ⇒ page 77. A
yellow warning symbol indicates a less serious malfunction ⇒ page 79.
Fig. 47 Cockpit: Digital
display in the instrument
panel
Display for the CD reader, radio and telephone*
⇒page 72
Ambient temperature display
⇒page 72
Gear indicator*
⇒page 73
Selector lever positions for the 7-speed automatic gear-
box*
⇒page 187
Selector lever positions with Multitronic
®*
⇒page 183
Distance to empty (the distance you can travel with the
remaining fuel)
⇒page 73
Door catch/tailgate warning
⇒page 74
Service interval display
⇒page 74
auto-check control
⇒page 75
Driving tips
⇒page 76
Handbrake warning
⇒page 76
Bulb monitor*
⇒page 81
On-board computer*
⇒page 85
Tyre pressure monitoring*
⇒page 89
Navigation information*
Separate operat-
ing instructions
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Note
When the display shows route guidance instructions from the navigation
system, the ambient temperature appears in the second line of the radio
display.Gear display*
This display helps to save fuel.Use the gear display to save fuel. The display in the instrument cluster
⇒fig. 50 recommends that you select the gear indicated by the arrow. It may
also skip a gear, and recommend changing up from 4th gear to 6th gear, for
example.
Note
•The display may not recommend any gear-change while you are acceler-
ating.•If desired, you can have the gear-change display deactivated by an
Authorised Service Centre.Fuel range
The fuel range display can help you to plan your trip.The estimated fuel range is displayed in km. It shows how far the vehicle can
be driven with the amount of fuel left in the tank, assuming the same style of
driving. The fuel range is displayed in increments of 10 km.
The fuel range is calculated on the basis of the fuel consumption over the last
30 kilometres. The fuel range will increase if you drive in a more economical
manner.
Fig. 50 Gear display
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Service reminder
The instrument panel controls the distance travelled every day. Calculate the
average of these distances travelled and enable the service reminder suffi-
ciently in advance.
The display reverts back to the standard display after about 5 seconds. The
remaining distance to the next service is updated every time the ignition is
switched on, until the service becomes due.
Service due
When a service is due,
SERVICE! will appear in the display immediately after
you switch on the ignition. The display reverts back to the standard display
after about 5 seconds.
Resetting the display
The display is reset by the garage after the service has been carried out. If the
service indicator has not been reset by the specialist garage, please perform
the following steps:
•Switch the ignition off.•Press the service button ⇒page 74, fig. 52 and hold while switching
on the ignition. The display will show one of these messages: Service in -----
km or Service!•Now press and hold the reset button until the display shows Service
in ----- km --- days or Service!
The display switches out of the reset mode if you do not press the reset button
within 5 seconds.Note
•Do not reset the service indicator between services, otherwise the display
will be incorrect.•The information in the service indicator remains intact if the battery is
disconnected.
•The distance to the next service cannot be called up if the system has
detected a Priority 1 fault (red symbol).Auto-check systemIntroductionThe auto-check system checks important components and vehicle systems.
These background checks are run constantly, as long as the ignition is
switched on.
A m e ssa ge is d i s p la y e d i n t h e i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l i f a f a u l t s h o u ld o cc u r o r i f a n y
maintenance or repairs are urgently required. This is accompanied by an
audible warning signal. Depending on the priority of the fault, a red or yellow
warning symbol lights up in the display.
The red symbols indicate a danger, whereas the yellow ones represent a
warning . Additional messages to assist the driver may be shown with the red
or yellow symbols.
A1
A2
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Red symbols
A red symbol warns of a danger.–Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Check the fault. Obtain professional assistance if necessary.
The red symbols are used to indicate a Priority 1 fault (serious malfunction).
A red symbol is accompanied by three warning chimes. The symbols will keep
flashing until the faults are corrected. If several Priority 1 faults are detected
at the same time, the symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2
seconds.Fault in the brake system
A fault in the brake system should be rectified as soon as
possible.If the symbol
flashes in the display, there is a fault in the brake
system. One of the following messages will appear in the display
together with the symbol:
Stop vehicle, check brake fluid and hydraulic fluid levels
Warning! Fault in brake system (ABS) Please visit garage
–Stop the vehicle.
– Check the brake fluid level ⇒page 237.
If the ABS fails, the ABS warning lamp
will light up together with the brake
system fault symbol
⇒ .
WARNING
•Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level, observe
the warning information in ⇒ page 227, “Work in the engine compart-
ment”.•If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low, this could result in an
accident. Do not drive on. Obtain technical assistance.
BRAKE
Fault in brake system
⇒ page 77
COOLANT
Coolant level too low / coolant tem-
perature too high
⇒ page 78
OIL
PRESSURE
Engine oil pressure too low
⇒ page 78Fig. 54 Display: Coolant
level warning
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Note
The oil pressure warning lamp
is not an indicator for the oil level. The oil
level should therefore be checked regularly, preferably every time you fill the
tank.
Ye ll o w s y m b o l s
A yellow symbol indicates a warning.
Yellow symbols are used to indicate a Priority 2 fault (warning).
Yellow symbols are accompanied by one warning chime. The function indi-
cated should be checked as soon as possible. If several Priority 2 faults are
detected at the same time, the symbols are displayed one after the other for
about 2 seconds at a time.
Brake light failure warning light
⇒ page 80
Fuel level low
⇒page 80
Check engine oil level
⇒page 80F i g . 5 5 D i s p l a y : F u e l l e v e l
low
Engine oil sensor faulty*
⇒page 80
Diesel particulate filter* obstructed
⇒page 80
Light sensor/ rain sensor faulty
⇒page 80
Brake pad worn
⇒page 80
Speed warning 1
⇒page 81
Dynamic headlight range control* faulty
⇒page 81
Self-directing headlights* faulty
⇒page 81
Washer fluid level low*
⇒page 81
Speed warning 2*
⇒page 81
Battery voltage too high or too low*
⇒page 81
Bulb monitor*
⇒page 81
Tyre pressure monitoring system*
Loss of pressure
⇒page 89
TPMS
Tyre pressure monitoring system*
System not available
⇒page 66
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Speed warning 1
If the
symbol lights up, this means you are exceeding the speed that has
been pre-set with the speed warning function. You should reduce your speed
accordingly ⇒page 82.
Headlight range control faulty
This symbol
indicates a malfunction in the dynamic headlight range
control. Take the vehicle to a specialist garage to have the dynamic headlight
range control function repaired.
Self-directing headlights* faulty
Self-directing headlights faulty
This symbol
indicates that the self-directing headlight system is faulty.
Take the vehicle to a specialist garage to have the headlights or the self-
directing headlight control unit repaired.
Washer fluid level low
If the
symbol lights up, top up the fluid for the windscreen washer and
headlight washer system* ⇒page 234.
Speed warning 2
If the
symbol lights up, this means you are exceeding the speed that has
been pre-set. You should reduce your speed accordingly ⇒page 82.
Battery voltage too high or too low
If the
symbol lights up, take the vehicle to a specialist garage and have
the following items checked:
•Ribbed belt•Battery condition
I t is a l s o a d v isa b le t o ch e ck w h e t h e r t h e a l te r na t o r wa r n i n g la m p ha s co m e o n
⇒ page 69.Bulb monitor
The bulb monitor checks whether the lights on the vehicle are
working.If a defective bulb is detected, or if one of the lights has failed for any reason,
the bulb monitor symbol
will appear in the display together with an addi-
tional message (which goes out after 5 seconds). For instance, if the rear left
turn signal is not working, the display in the instrument panel will show the
following message:
Left rear turn signal
The message disappears after 5 seconds. Press the CHECK button briefly if
you wish to call up the message again.
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