brake Seat Leon 5D 2010 Repair Manual

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270Towing and tow-startingTo w - s t a r t i n g
The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.We recommend that you do not tow-start your vehicle. Jump-starting
is preferable ⇒ page 267.
However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started:
– Engage the 2nd or the 3rd gear.
– Keep the clutch pressed down.
– Switch the ignition on.
– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.
– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing
vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed
can easily collide with the towing vehicle.
Caution
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it.
CommentsPlease observe the following points if you use a tow-rope:
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
– Drive slowly at first until the tow-rope is taut. Then accelerate gradually.
– Begin and change gears cautiously. If you are driving an auto- matic vehicle, accelerate gently.
– Remember that the brake servo and power steering are not working in the vehicle you are towing. Brake sooner than normal
and pressing the pedal gently.
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
– Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all times when towing.Tow-rope or tow-bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow-bar. You should only use a
tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.
A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both vehicles.
It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic
material.
Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing eyes provided or a
towing bracket.
Driving style
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow-rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. Inexperi-
enced drivers should not attempt to tow.
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Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and take care to avoid jerking the
tow-rope. When towing on an unpaved road, there is always a risk of over-
loading and damaging the anchorage points.
The ignition of the vehicle being towed must be switched on to prevent the
steering wheel from locking and also to allow the use of the turn signals,
horn, windscreen wipers and washers.
As the brake servo does not work if the engine is not running, you must apply
considerably more pressure to the brake pedal than you normally would.
As the power assisted steering does not work if the engine is not running, you
will need more strength to steer than you normally would.
Towing vehicles with an automatic gearbox
•Put the selector lever into position “N”.•Do not drive faster than 50 km/h.•Do not tow further than 50 km.•If a breakdown vehicle is used, the vehicle must be towed with the front
wheels raised.Note
•Observe legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.•Switch on the hazard warning lights of both vehicles. However, observe
any regulations to the contrary.•For technical reasons, vehicles with an automatic gearbox must not be
tow-started.•If damage to your vehicle means that there is no lubricant in the gearbox,
you must raise the drive wheels while the vehicle is being towed.•If the vehicle has to be towed more than 50 km, the front wheels should
be raised during towing, and towing should be carried out by a qualified
person.
•The steering wheel is locked when the vehicle has no electrical power. The
vehicle must then be towed with the front wheels raised. Towing should be
carried out by a qualified person.•The towing eye should always be kept in the vehicle. Please refer to the
notes on ⇒page 270.
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Technical SpecificationsChecking fluid levelsFrom time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the
vehicle must be checked. Never fill with incorrect fluids,
otherwise serious damage to the engine may be caused.
Coolant expansion tank
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil dipstick
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery (underneath the cover)
The checking and refilling of service fluids are carried out on the components
mentioned above. These operations are described in the ⇒page 221. Overview
You will find further explanations, instructions and restrictions on the tech-
nical specifications as of
⇒page 273.
Fig. 186 Diagram for the
location of the various
elements
A1A2A3A4A5A6
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278Petrol engine 1.4 63 kW (85 PS)Engine specifications
Performance
Weights
Trailer weight Power output in kW (PS)
rpm 63 (85)/ 5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 132/ 3800
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1390
Fuel Super 95 RON or Normal 91 RON
a)
a)Slight power loss.Maximum speedin km/h 172
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 9.2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 14.1
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1745
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1250
Gross front axle weight in kg 900
Gross rear axle weight in kg 895
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 620
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1200
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 800
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280Weights
Trailer weight
Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.2 77 kW (105 PS)Engine specifications Running on LPG
Running on petrol
Gross vehicle weight in kg 18361775
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 13411280
Gross front axle weight in kg 935936
Gross rear axle weight in kg 950890
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
Trailer without brakes 670
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1500
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1200
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.1 litres
Power output in kW (PS) rpm 77 (105)/5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 175/1550-4100
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1197
Fuel Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.b)With a slight power loss
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Performance
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Trailer weight
Engine oil capacity
without Start&Stop
with Start&Stop
Maximum speed in km/h 187187
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 7.27.2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 10.910.9
without Start&Stop with Start&Stop
Gross vehicle weight in kg 17701775
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 12751280
Gross front axle weight in kg 940940
Gross rear axle weight in kg 890890
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
without Start&Stop with Start&Stop
Trailer without brakes 630640
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 15001500
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 12001200
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 3.3 litres
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282Petrol engine 1.4 92 kW (125 PS)Engine specifications
Performance
Weights
Trailer weight Power output in kW (PS)
rpm 92 (125)/ 5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 200/ 1500-4000
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1390
Fuel Super 95 RON or Normal 91 RON
a)
a)With a slight power lossMaximum speedin km/h 197
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 6.6
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 9.8
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1819
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1324
Gross front axle weight in kg 969
Gross rear axle weight in kg 899
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 660
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1500
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1300
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284Weights
Trailer weight
Engine oil filling capacityPetrol engine 2.0 155 kW (211 PS)Engine specifications Manual
Automatic
Gross vehicle weight in kg 18501865
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 13551370
Gross front axle weight in kg 10351035
Gross rear axle weight in kg 898898
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
Manual Automatic
Trailer without brakes 670680
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 15001500
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 14001400
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.6 litres
Power output in kW (PS) rpm 155 (211)/ 5300-6200
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 280/ 1700 - 5200
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1984
Fuel Super 95 RON or Normal 91 RON
a)
a)With a slight power loss
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Manual
Automatic
Maximum speed in km/h 233233
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 55
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 6.96.9
Manual Automatic
Gross vehicle weight in kg 18901920
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 13951425
Gross front axle weight in kg 10451075
Gross rear axle weight in kg 900900
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
Manual Automatic
Trailer without brakes 690710
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 15001500
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 14001400
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.8 litres
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286Petrol engine 2.0 177 kW (240 PS) CupraEngine specifications
Performance
Weights
Trailer weight Power output in kW (PS)
rpm 177 (240)/ 5700-6300
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 300/ 2200-5500
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1984
Fuel Premium 98 RON or Premium 95 RON
a)
a)With a slight power lossMaximum speedin km/h 247
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 4.6
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 6.4
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1945
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1450
Gross front axle weight in kg 1047
Gross rear axle weight in kg 926
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 720
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1500
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1400
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