child lock Seat Exeo ST 2010 User Guide

Unlocking and locking101
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Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
•The doors and the tailgate cannot be opened from the outside (for secu-
rity reasons, e.g. when stopped at traffic lights).•You can open the doors individually from the inside by pulling the inside
door handle.•When the driver door is open, it cannot be locked by pressing the central
locking switch and then closing the door. This helps to prevent you from
being locked out of the vehicle. The door has to be locked separately after it
has been closed.•In the event of an accident in which the airbags inflate, doors locked from
the inside will be automatically unlocked to facilitate access and assistance.WARNING
The central locking switch is still operative when the ignition is switched
off. This switch can be used to automatically lock all the doors and the tail-
gate. However, since this makes it difficult to enter the vehicle from the
outside, you should never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Locked
doors could delay assistance in an emergency, potentially putting lives at
risk.
Note
The central locking switch inside the vehicle will not be operative if the anti-
theft mechanism has been enabled.
Security central locking*
The security central locking feature allows you to only unlock
the driver door and the tank flap. All other doors and the tail-
gate remain locked.Unlocking the driver door and tank flap
–Turn the key once to the unlock position, or press the unlock
button on the remote control once.
Unlocking all the doors, the tailgate and the tank flap
simultaneously.
–Turn the key twice within five seconds, or press the unlock button
on the remote control twice within five seconds.The security system and the anti-theft alarm* are immediately disabled if you
unlock only the driver door, without unlocking the other doors ⇒page 107.
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Unlocking and locking
102Locking the doors manually if the central locking fails to work
Should the central locking system fail to work at any time (for
instance if there is no electrical power supply), each door will
have to be locked separately.
A manual locking device is provided on the front passenger door
and the rear doors (only visible when the door is open).
– Open the door.
–Use the key ⇒fig. 72 to turn the cap slightly and then fold it
downwards.
– Insert the key into the slot inside ⇒fig. 73 and turn it as far as
the stop, i.e. about 90 degrees to the right (doors on right side)
or to the left (door on the left side).Once the door has been closed it can no longer be opened from the outside.
The door can be opened from the inside by pulling the door handle. If the
childproof lock is engaged on one of the rear doors, the door can be opened
by pulling the inside door handle once and then opening the door from the
outside.
Fig. 72 Manual locking
deviceFig. 73 Activating manual
locking
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Unlocking and locking
104Unlocking the tailgate manually
The tailgate can be released manually if it will not open in the
normal way.
– Fold down both rear backrests ⇒fig. 75 .
– Lean into the luggage compartment.
– Lift the cover ⇒ fig. 76 -arrow-.
– Insert the screwdriver into the opening ⇒fig. 76 -arrow- and
push it in the direction of th e arrow in order to release the
tailgate.Childproof lockChildproof locks on rear doors
The childproof lock prevents the rear doors from being
opened from the inside.
Fig. 75 Detail of the rear
seats and luggage
compartment: access to
the emergency release
mechanismFig. 76 Detail of the tail-
gate: emergency
unlocking mechanism
A1
Fig. 77 Childproof lock
on the rear doors
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Unlocking and locking105
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Technical Specifications
The rear doors are equipped with childproof locks. These can be
operated using the ignition key. The childproof locks are only visible
with the doors open.
Activating the childproof lock
– Turn the key in the direction of the arrow ⇒page 104, fig. 77.
Deactivating the childproof lock
– Turn the key in the opposite direction of the arrow.W he n th e ch ild pro o f l ock is e na ble d , t he insi de d o or ha nd le will no t wo r k an d
the door can only be opened from the outside.Remote control keyDescription
The remote control key will lock and unlock the vehicle
without having to insert the key in the lock.The following functions are available:•Locking and unlocking the vehicle•Unlocking the tailgate
All the turn signals will flash as confirmation when the vehicle is locked or
unlocked. Furthermore, the interior lights will automatically light up when the
vehicle is unlocked and go out when the vehicle is locked, provided that the
switches are in the courtesy light position.
The remote control transmitter and the battery are integrated into the handle
of the key. The receiver is in the interior of the vehicle. The maximum range depends on different circumstances. The range is reduced when the battery
starts to lose power.
The remote control incorporates a foldaway key that can be used to manually
lock or unlock the vehicle, as well as to start the engine.
If the receiver has been repaired or replaced, or if a replacement key is used,
the system will need re-programming by a qualified workshop. Only then will
you be able use the remote control again.
The remote control meets all relevant authorisation requirements and has
b e e n a p p r o v e d b y t h e Fe d e r a l A p p r ov a l s O f f i ce f o r Te le co m m un i ca t i o n s o f t h e
Federal Republic of Germany. All components are marked in accordance with
the current legal requirements. This certification forms the basis for official
approval for use in other countries.
Note
•The remote control is automatically disabled when the ignition is
switched on.•The function of the remote control may be impaired by interference from
other nearby radio signals (e.g. from a mobile phone or TV transmitter) if
these are in the same frequency range.
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106Locking and unlocking the vehicleUnlocking the vehicle
–Press button ⇒fig. 78 for about 1 second.
Locking the vehicle
– Press button for about 1 second.
Opening the tailgate
– Press button and hold for at least one second.The turn signals will flash twice as confirmation when you unlock the vehicle.
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 vehicle with
button . This function prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the
unlocking button is pressed by mistake. In vehicles with the
security central locking* feature, you can unlock just the
driver door and the tank flap by pressing button once or the whole vehicle
by pressing the button twice.
The turn signals 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 driver 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 vehicle 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
•The remote control should only be used when the doors and the tailgate
are closed.•The remote control should not be used when the vehicle is out of sight.•The anti-theft alarm* can be accidentally triggered and the vehicle locked
if you press the locking button on the remote control inside the vehicle
before inserting the key in the ignition. If this should happen by mistake,
press the unlock button .
Fig. 78 Remote control
key: Control buttons

AA
AB
˜
AC
AA
AA


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Unlocking and locking109
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Deactivating the tow-away protection
– Open the door and pull out switch (with the symbol
) to one
side of the storage compartment, in the driver door ⇒page 108,
fig. 79 .
–Then lock the vehicle.
The LED on switch will light up when the interior monitoring is disabled.
The LED on the top of the driver door trim will also light up for about 3
seconds. When the vehicle is locked, the LED on the top of the driver door trim
will flash rapidly for about 3 seconds. Ab out 30 seconds later it starts flashing
slowly. The interior monitoring is automatically enabled again the next time
the vehicle is locked.
The LED on switch will light up when the tow-away protection function is
disabled. The LED on the top of the driver door trim will also light up for about
3 seconds. When the vehicle is locked, the LED on the top of the driver door
trim will flash rapidly for about 3 seconds. The tow-away protection is auto-
matically enabled again the next time the vehicle is locked.
WARNING
Do not leave anyone (especially children) in the vehicle 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.
Electric windowsControl switchesSwitches for front electric windows
Switch ⇒fig. 80 for the driver door window
Switch for the front passenger door window.
Switches for rear electric windows
Switch for the rear left door window
Switch for the rear right door window
Safety switch
WARNING
•Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you only
intend to be gone for a short time. This is particularly important if there are
children in the vehicle, as they might otherwise be able to start the engine
AB

Fig. 80 Detail of the
driver door: Control
switches
AAABACADAE
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Driving
174Switching on the ignition/pre-heating glow plugs
If the key is difficult to turn in the lock, move the steering wheel (to take the
load off the steering lock mechanism) until the key turns freely. In the case of
vehicles with a diesel engine, the key is turned to this position to preheat the
glow plugs.
Starting the engine
The engine is started in this position. Electrical components with a high
power consumption are switched off temporarily.
After the engine has started, the ignition key returns to position by itself.
The ignition key has to be turned back to position before re-starting the
engine. The starter inhibitor in the ignition lock prevents the starter motor
from engaging when the engine is running, as this could cause damage.
Switching off the ignition
Turn the ignition key to this position.
WARNING
•Never remove the ignition key until the vehicle is stationary! Otherwise
the steering lock could engage suddenly, which could cause an accident.•Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you only
intend to be gone for a short time. This is particularly important if there are
children in the vehicle, as they might otherwise be able to start the engine
or use power-operated equipment (e.g. the electric windows), which could
cause injuries.Note
•If the battery has been disconnected and then reconnected, it will be
necessary to leave the key in position for about 5 seconds before starting
the engine.
•Vehicles with automatic gearbox: After switching off the ignition, you can
only remove the ignition key if the selector lever is in position “P” (parking
lock). The selector lever is locked after the ignition key has been removed.Starting and stopping the engineStarting the engine
The engine can only be started with an original SEAT key.Vehicles with a petrol engine:
– Use the foot brake.
– Manual gearbox: Push the clutch pedal all the way down.
– Move the gear lever into neutral (automatic gearbox: selector lever to P or N) ⇒.
A2
A3
A2
A1
A1
A2
Fig. 148 Ignition key
positions
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Driving177
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If you drive by mistake with the handbrake still applied, you will hear a
warning buzzer and the display will show the message:
Handbrake on
The handbrake warning switches on after driving for 3 seconds at speeds
above 5 km/h.
The handbrake warning lamp
H lights up when the handbrake is applied
with the ignition on.
WARNING
Please note that the handbrake should be released all the way. If it is only
partially released, this will cause rear brakes overheating, which can
impair the function of the brake system and could lead to an accident.
Caution
Once the vehicle has come to a standstill, always apply the handbrake firmly
and then, on a manual gearbox, engage a gear, or select P on an automatic.Parking
The following points will ensure there is no risk of the vehicle
rolling away accidentally after it is parked:– Use the foot brake to stop the vehicle.
– Apply the handbrake firmly.
– Switch the engine off.
– On a manual gearbox engage 1st gear or on an automatic move the selector lever to P ⇒ .
When parking on slopes:
Turn the steering wheel so that the, if the vehicle moves, it will do so towards
the curb.
WARNING
•Do not leave anyone (especially children) in the vehicle when it is
locked. Locked doors could delay assistance in an emergency, potentially
putting lives at risk.•Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. They could release
e.g. the handbrake or gear lever, moving the vehicle and causing an
accident.
Parking aid acoustic systemGeneral notesVarious systems are available to help you when parking or manoeuvring in
tight spaces, depending on the equipment fitted on your vehicle.
The SEAT Parking System gives an acoustic warning if there are any obstacles
behind your vehicle ⇒page 178.
When you are parking, SEAT Parking System Plus warns you acoustically and
optically about obstacles in front of and behind the vehicle ⇒page 178.
Note
To ensure the acoustic parking aid works properly, the sensors must be kept
clean and free of snow and ice.
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Checking and refilling levels235
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Technical Specifications
The coolant level should be checked with the engine switched off.
The coolant level is monitored by a warning lamp on the instrument panel
display
⇒page 78. However, we recommend that it should be checked occa-
sionally.
Coolant fluid loss
Any loss of coolant fluid normally indicates a leak in the cooling system. In
this case the cooling system should be inspected by a qualified workshop
without delay. It is not sufficient merely to top up the coolant fluid.
If there are no leaks in the system, a loss of coolant fluid can only occur if the
coolant boils and is forced out of the system as a result of overheating.
Caution
Radiator sealants must not be added to the coolant fluid. Such additives
could seriously impair the function of the cooling system.Topping up the coolant fluid
Be careful when topping up with coolant fluid.– Switch the engine off.
– Wait for the engine to cool down.
– Cover the cap on the expansion tank ⇒fig. 179 with a cloth, and
carefully unscrew the cap anti-clockwise ⇒.
– Add coolant fluid.
– Screw on the cap tightly.
Make sure that the coolant fluid meets the required specifications
⇒page 233, “Coolant fluid”. Do not use a different type of antifreeze if
G12++ antifreeze is not available. In this case, use only water and bring the
antifreeze concentration back up to the correct level as soon as possible.
Always top up with new coolant fluid.
Do not fill above the “max” mark. Excess coolant fluid is forced out of the
system through the valve in the filler cap when the engine gets hot.
If a lot of coolant fluid has been lost, wait for the engine to cool down before
putting in cold coolant. Failure to do so could result in serious engine
damage.
WARNING
•The cooling system is under pressure. Do not unscrew the cap on the
expansion tank when the engine is hot. Failure to comply could result in
burns.•The antifreeze and coolant fluid can be a health hazard. Therefore, the
antifreeze should be stored in the original container in a safe place out of
reach of children. Failure to comply could result in poisoning.For the sake of the environment
Drained off coolant should not be used again. Drain off the used coolant into
a suitable container and dispose of it in the proper manner (observe environ-
mental regulations).
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•A highly explosive mixture of gases is released when the battery is
under charge. The batteries should be charged in a well-ventilated room
only.•Keep children away from acid and batteries.•Before working on the electrical system, you must switch off the
engine, the ignition and all consumers. The negative cable on the battery
must be disconnected. When a light bulb is changed, you need only switch
off the light.•Deactivate the anti-theft alarm by unlocking the vehicle before you
disconnect the battery! The alarm will otherwise be triggered.•When disconnecting the battery from the vehicle electrical system,
disconnect first the negative cable and then the positive cable.•Switch off all electrical consumers before reconnecting the battery.
Reconnect first the positive cable and then the negative cable. Never
reverse the polarity of the connections. This could cause an electrical fire.•Never charge a frozen battery, or one which has thawed. This could
result in explosions and chemical burns. Always replace a battery which
has frozen. A flat battery can freeze at temperatures around 0 °C.•Ensure that the vent hose is always connected to the battery.•Never use a defective battery. This could cause an explosion. Replace a
damaged battery immediately.Caution
•Never disconnect the battery if the ignition is switched on or if the engine
is running. This could damage the electrical system or electronic compo-
nents.•Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight over a long period of time, as
the intense ultraviolet radiation can damage the battery housing.•If the vehicle is left standing in cold conditions for a long period, protect
the battery from frost. If it freezes it will be damaged.
Charging the battery
A fully-charged battery is important for reliable starting.–Note the warnings ⇒ in “Important safety warnings for
handling a vehicle battery” on page 242 and ⇒.
– Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment.
– Only if fast-charging: both battery cables must be disconnected (first the negative cable, then the positive cable).
– Connect the charger cables to the battery terminals, noting the colour code (red = positive; black or brown = negative).
– Now connect the battery charger to the power socket and switch on.
– After charging the battery: switch off the battery charger and disconnect the power point cable.
– Finally disconnect the charger cables from the battery.
– If necessary, reconnect both battery cables to the battery (first the positive cable, then the negative cable).When charging with a low current (for instance with a small battery charger)
the battery does not normally have to be disconnected. However, both
battery cables must be disconnected before fast-charging the battery with a
high current. However, always follow the instructions given by the manufac-
turer of the battery charger.
The fast-charging procedure for a battery is dangerous ⇒ in “Important
safety warnings for handling a vehicle battery” on page 242, as it requires a
special charger and the corresponding level of knowledge. We therefore
recommend that this work should only be performed by a qualified workshop.
WARNING (continued)
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