driver seat adjustment Seat Ibiza ST 2011 Owner's manual

6Content
Content
This manual is structured to provide the information you need in an organ-
ised way. The content of this Manual is divided into sections which belong
to chapters (e.g. “Air conditioning”). The entire manual is divided into five
large parts which are:
1. Safety First Information on the vehicle equipment relating to passive safety such as
seat belts, airbags, seats, etc.
2. Operating instructions
Information about the distribution of controls in the driver position of your
vehicle, about the seat adjustment possibilities, about how to create a suit-
able climate in the passenger compartment, etc.
3. Practical Tips
Advice relating to the driving, caring and maintenance of your vehicle and
certain problems you can solve yourself.
4. Technical specifications
Figures, values and the dimensions of your vehicle.
5. Alphabetic index
At the end of this manual there is a detailed alphabetical index, this will
help you to rapidly find the information you require. 

10Safe driving
Proper sitting position for occupants
Proper sitting position for driver
The proper sitting position for the driver is important for a
safe and relaxed driving.
Fig. 1 The proper dis-
tance between driver and
steering wheel
Fig. 2 Proper head re-
straint position for driver
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
an accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the driv-
er:
– Adjust the steering wheel so that there is a distance of at least
25 cm between the steering wheel and the centre of your chest
⇒ fig. 1.
– Move the driver seat forwards or backwards so that you are able
to press the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals to the floor
with your knees still slightly angled ⇒ 
.
– Ensure that you can reach the highest point of the steering
wheel.
– Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same
level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the
same level as the top of your head ⇒ fig. 2.
– Move the backrest to an upright position so that your backrests
completely against it. 

11
Safe driving
– Fasten your seat belt securely ⇒ page 19.
– Keep both feet in the footwell so that you have the vehicle un-
der control at all times.
Adjustment of the driver seat ⇒ page 113.
WARNING
● An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries.
● Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between
the centre of the chest and the centre of the steering wheel ⇒ fig. 1. If
distance is less than 25 cm, the airbag system may not protect you prop-
erly.
● If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the mini-
mum distance of 25 cm, contact a specialised workshop. The workshop
will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.
● When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the
outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This reduces
the risk of injury when the driver airbag is triggered.
● Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any
other manner (e.g. in the centre of the steering wheel). In such cases, if
the airbag is triggered, you may sustain injuries to the arms, hands and
head.
● To reduce the risk of injury to the driver during sudden braking ma-
noeuvres or an accident, never drive with the backrest tilted far back! The
airbag system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when
the backrest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her
seat belt properly. The further the backrests are tilted to the rear, the
greater the risk of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web or to
the incorrect sitting position!
● Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve optimal protection.
 Proper sitting position for front passenger
The front passenger must sit at least 25 cm away from the
dash panel so that the airbag can provide the greatest pos-
sible protection in the event that it is triggered.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
an accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the front
passenger:
– Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible ⇒ 
.
– Move the backrest to an upright position so that your backrests
completely against it.
– Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same
level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the
same level as the top of your head ⇒ page 13.
– Keep both feet in the footwell in front of the front passenger
seat.
– Fasten your seat belt securely ⇒ page 19.
It is possible to deactivate the passenger airbag in exceptional circumstan-
ces ⇒ page 41.
Adjusting the front passenger seat ⇒ page 116. 
Safety FirstOperating InstructionsPractical TipsTechnical Specifications

14Safe driving
Rear head restraints
Fig. 5 Adjusting the rear
head restraints
The rear head restraints have 2 positions:
● Raised position or position for use A
⇒ fig. 5. In this position, the head
restraint is used normally, protecting the occupant of the rear seats, along
with the rear seat belts.
● Rest position, not in use B
⇒ fig. 5. This position improves the driver's
rear visibility.
To fit the head restraint in position for use A
, pull on the edges with both
hands in the direction of the arrow. To place it in rest position B, lower the
head restraint.
WARNING
Whenever a passenger is seated on the rear central seat, the head re-
straint should be placed in the position for use A
.
Note
Note the instructions on the head restraints adjustment. 
Examples of incorrect sitting positions
An incorrect sitting position can lead to severe injuries to oc-
cupants.
Seat belts can provide optimal protection only when the belt webs
are properly positioned. Incorrect sitting positions substantially re-
duce the protective function of seat belts and increase the risk of
injury due to incorrect seat belt position. As the driver, you are re-
sponsible for all vehicle occupants, especially children.
– Never allow anyone to assume an incorrect sitting position in
the vehicle while travelling ⇒ 
.
The following list contains examples of sitting positions that could be dan-
gerous for all occupants. The list is not complete, but we would like to make
you aware of this issue.
Therefore, whenever the vehicle is in motion:
● Never stand in the vehicle.
● Never stand on the seats.
● Never kneel on the seats.
● Never tilt your backrest far to the rear.
● Never lean against the dash panel.
● Never lie on the rear bench.
● Never sit on the front edge of a seat.
● Never sit sideways.
● Never lean out of a window. 

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Seats and storage compartments
Seats and storage compartments The importance of correct seat adjustment
Proper seat adjustment optimises the level of protection of-
fered by seat belts and airbags.
Your vehicle has five seats, two in the front and three in the rear. Each seat
is equipped with a three-point seat belt.
The driver seat and the front passenger seat can be adjusted in many ways
to suit the physical requirements of the vehicle occupants. The correct seat
position is very important for:
● a fast and easy operation of all controls on the instrument panel,
● a relaxed posture which does not cause drowsiness,
● a safe driving ⇒ page 7,
● ensuring that the seat belts and airbag system provide maximum pro-
tection ⇒  page 19.
WARNING
● If the driver and passengers assume improper sitting positions, they
may sustain critical injuries.
● More people than available seats must never be transported in your
vehicle.
● Every passenger in the vehicle must properly fasten and wear the
seat belt belonging to his or her seat. Children must be protected with an
appropriate child restraint system ⇒ page 43, Child safety.
● The front seats and all head restraints must always be adjusted to
body size and the seat belt must always be properly adjusted to provide
you and your passengers with optimum protection.
WARNING (Continued)
● Always keep your feet on the footwell when the vehicle is moving;
never rest them on the dash panel, out of the window or on the seat. This
is also applied to passengers. An incorrect sitting position exposes you
to an increased risk of injury in case of a sudden braking or an accident.
If the airbag is triggered, you could sustain severe injuries due to an in-
correct sitting position.
● It is important for the driver and front passenger to keep a distance of
at least 25 cm from the steering wheel and dash panel. Failure to respect
the minimum distance means that the airbag will not protect you. Risk of
fatal injury. The distance between the driver and the steering wheel or
between the front passenger and the dash panel should always be as
great as possible.
● Adjust the driver or front passenger seat only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary. Otherwise, your seat could move unexpectedly while the vehicle
is moving. This could increase the risk of an accident and therefore, in-
jury. In addition, while adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect
sitting position. Risk of fatal accidents.
● Special guidelines apply to installing a child seat on the front passen-
ger seat. When installing a child seat, please observe the warnings de-
scribed in ⇒ page 43, Child safety.

Safety FirstOperating InstructionsPractical TipsTechnical Specifications

116Seats and storage compartments
Front seats
Adjustment of the front seats
Fig. 72 Front left seat
controls
1
Adjusting the seat forwards and backwards
– Pull up the grip and move the seat forwards or backwards.
– Then release the grip 1
and move the seat further until the
catch engages.
2
Adjusting seat height
– Pull the lever up or push down (several times if necessary) from
its home position. This adjusts the seat height in stages.
3
Adjusting the backrest angle
– Take your weight off the backrest and turn the hand wheel.
WARNING
● Never adjust the driver or front passenger seat while the vehicle is in
motion. While adjusting your seat, you will assume an incorrect sitting
position. Risk of fatal accidents. Adjust the driver or front passenger seat
only when the vehicle is stationary.
● To reduce the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger in case of
a sudden braking or an accident, never drive with the backrest tilted to-
wards the rear. The maximum protection of the seat belt can be achieved
only when the backrests are in an upright position and the driver and
front passenger have properly adjusted their seat belts. The further the
backrests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to im-
proper positioning of the belt web!
● Exercise caution when securing the seat height into forwards/back-
wards position. Injuries can be caused if the seat height is adjusted with-
out due care and attention.
● To move the seat lengthways, pull upwards and not sideways on the
lever, as the force exerted on it in this position could damage it.


142Driving
Driving
SteeringAdjusting the steering wheel position
The height and reach of the steering wheel can be freely ad-
justed to suit the driver.
Fig. 105 Steering col-
umn height adjustment
– Adjust the driver seat to the correct position.
– Push the lever under the steering column ⇒ fig. 105 down ⇒ 
.
– Adjust the steering wheel until the correct position is set
⇒ fig. 105.
– Then push the lever up again firmly ⇒ 
.
WARNING
● Incorrect use of the steering column adjustment function and an in-
correct seating position can result in serious injury.
● To avoid accidents, the steering column should be adjusted only
when the vehicle is stationary.
● Adjust the driver seat or steering wheel so that there is a distance of
at least 25 cm between the steering wheel and your chest ⇒ fig. 105. If
you fail to observe the minimum distance, the airbag will not protect you.
Risk of fatal injury.
● If your physical constitution does not allow you to maintain the mini-
mum distance of 25 cm, contact an Authorised Service Centre. The Au-
thorised Service Centre will help you to decide if special specific modifi-
cations are necessary.
● If you adjust the steering wheel so that it points towards your face,
the driver airbag will not protect you properly in the event of an accident.
Make sure that the steering wheel points towards your chest.
● When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the
outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. Never hold
the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other manner
(e.g. in the centre of the steering wheel, or on the inside of the rim). In
such cases, if the airbag is triggered, you may sustain injuries to the
arms, hands and head.


Sitting positionDriver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Front passenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Sitting position, occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220, 255
Soot accumulation in the diesel engine particu- late filter
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Spanner symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Speed selector lever lock Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Start-Stop Activating and deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Starting petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Starting Petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145, 146 After the fuel tank has been run dry . . . . . 146
Steam jets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Steering column controls Audio Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Steering wheel height adjustment . . . . . . . . . 142
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Front passenger side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
front seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Sun visor Sliding/tilting sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Switch
Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Rear window heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Switches Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Sliding/tilting sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
T Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Emergency opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Tank Fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Reserve indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
TCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
TCS (Traction control system) Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Technical modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
The danger of not using the seat belt . . . . . . . . 22
Tightening torque of wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . 255
Tilting sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Top Tether system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178, 254
Towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Towing bracket, fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Towing eye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Towing eyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Tow starting
Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Traction control system Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Trailer turn signals Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Trailer weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Two-way radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Tyre-Mobility-System (Tyre repair kit) . . . . . . . 227
Tyre Mobility-System (Tyre repair kit) . . . . . . . 222
Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Tyre repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222, 227
Tyres and wheels Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Tyres service life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Tyres tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Tyres with directional tread pattern . . . . . . . . 215
U Underbody protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
275
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