parking sensors Seat Leon 5D 2016 Owner's manual

Operation
WARNING
● Alw a
ys pay attention, also when looking
straight ahead, to traffic and the vehicle
surroundings. The assistance systems are not
a replacement for driver awareness. When in-
serting or removing the vehicle from a park-
ing space, or when performing similar ma-
noeuvres the driver always assumes the re-
sponsibility.
● Adapt your speed and driving style at all
times t
o suit visibility, weather, road and traf-
fic conditions.
● The ultrasound sensors have blind spots in
which ob
stacles and people are not regis-
tered. Pay special attention to children and
animals.
● Always keep visual control of the vehicle
surrou
ndings: use the mirrors for additional
help. CAUTION
Parking Aid functions may be negatively af-
fect ed b

y different factors that may lead to
damage to the vehicle or its immediate sur-
rounds:
● Under certain circumstances, the system
does not
detect or display certain objects:
– Objects such as chains, trailer draw bars,
fences, posts and thin trees.
– Objects that are located above the sen-
sors, such as protrusions in a wall. –
Ob j

ects with certain surfaces or struc-
tures, such as wire mesh fences or pow-
der snow.
● Certain surfaces of objects and garments
do not refl
ect the ultrasound sensors' sig-
nals. The system cannot detect, at least cor-
rectly, these objects or people wearing such
clothes.
● Ultrasound sensor signals may be affected
by e
xternal sound sources. In certain circum-
stances this may prevent them from detect-
ing people or objects.
● Please note that low obstacles detected by
the syst
em may no longer be registered by
the sensors as the car moves closer, so the
system will not give any further warning. In
certain circumstances, objects such as high
kerbs that could damage the bottom of the
vehicle are not detected either.
● If the first warning from the ParkPilot is ig-
nored, the v
ehicle could suffer considerable
damage.
● The knocks or damage on the radiator
grill
e, bumper, wheel arch and vehicle under-
body can adjust the orientation of the sen-
sors. This can affect the parking aid function.
Have the function checked by a specialised
workshop. Note
● In cer t

ain situations, the system can give a
warning even though there is no obstacle in
the detected area, e.g: –
with r ough or c

obbled floors or ground
with long grass;
– with external ultrasound sources, such as
cleaning vehicles or other vehicles;
– In downpours, intense snow or dense ex-
haust gases;
– if the registration plate (front or rear) is
not properly affixed to the bumper sur-
face;
– or in locations such as the brow of a hill.
● In order to guarantee good system opera-
tion, keep the ultr
asound sensors clean, free
of snow or ice, and do not cover them with
adhesives or other objects.
● If you use high-pressure or vapour equip-
ment to c
lean the ultrasound sensors, apply
it directly only very briefly and always from a
distance of more than 10 cm.
● Retrofitting of accessories to the vehicle,
such a
s a bicycle rack, may interfere with the
operation of the Parking Aid.
● In order to familiarise yourself with the sys-
tem, it i
s advised that you practice parking in
an area or car park that is free from traffic.
There must be good weather and light condi-
tions.
● The volume and tone of the warnings can
be modified, in addition t
o the indications
››› page 230.
● In vehicles without a driv
er information
system, these parameters can be modified in
a SEAT Official Service or in a specialised
workshop. 226

Driver assistance systems
●
Ple a
se observe information on towing a
trailer ››› page 230.
● The display on the Easy Connect screen
shows
a slight time delay. Rear parking aid*
The rear Parking Aid assists the driver in
park
in

g by means of audible warning
sounds.
Description
There are sensors integrated in the rear
bumper. When the sensors detect an obsta-
cle, you are alerted by audible warnings.
Make particularly sure that the sensors are
not covered by adhesives, residues and the
like, as this could affect the system's opera-
tion. Cleaning instructions ››› page 248.
The approximate measurement range of the
rear sensors is:
side area0.60 m
central area1.60 m As you approach the obstacle, the time inter-
v
al
betw

een the audible warnings will be re-
duced. When you reach around 0.30 m the
warning will be constant: Do not continue to
move forward (or backward) ››› in Generalinformation on page 226,
››
›
in General in-
f orm
ation on p
age 226 !
If you maintain separation from the obstacle,
the volume of the warning begins to reduce
after four seconds (does not affect the tone
of the constant warning).
Activating/Deactivating
When engaging reverse gear, the parking aid
is automatically switched on. This is con-
firmed with a short warning.
On disengaging reverse gear, the Parking Aid
system is disconnected immediately.
Parking system plus* Fig. 219
Represented area. Parking system plus assists you audibly and
v
i
s

ually when parking. There are sensors integrated in the front and
rear b

umpers. When they detect an obstacle,
you are alerted by audible warnings and visu-
ally on the Easy Connect system.
In the event of danger of a frontal collision,
the audible warnings come from the front of
the vehicle, and in the event of the danger of
a rear-end collision they come from the rear.
Make particularly sure that the sensors are
not covered by adhesives, residues and the
like, as this could affect the system's opera-
tion. Cleaning instructions ››› page 248.
The approximate measurement range of the
sensors is:
1.20 m
0.60 m
1.60 m
0.60 m
As you approach the obstacle, the time inter-
val between the audible warnings will be re-
duced. When you reach around 0.30 m the
warning will be constant: do not continue to
move forward (or backward)!
If you maintain separation from the obstacle,
the volume of the warning begins to reduce
after four seconds (does not affect the tone
of the constant warning). A B
C
D
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Operation
Moreover, with the SEAT Media System
Plu s/Nav
i
System radios, a yellow trail indi-
cates the vehicle's expected journey based
on the steering wheel angle.
Whenever the obstacle is located in the vehi-
cle’s direction of travel, the corresponding
audible warning will sound.
As the vehicle approaches an obstacle, the
segments are displayed closer to the vehicle.
When the penultimate segment is displayed,
this means that the vehicle has reached the
collision zone. In the collision zone, the ob-
stacles are represented in red, including
those out of the path. Do not continue to
move forward (or backward) ››› in General
inf orm
ation on p

age 226, ››› in General in-
f orm
ation on p
age 226 !
Adjusting the display and audible
warning
s The settings for the display and audible
w
arnin
g

s are controlled via the Easy Con-
nect*.
Automatic activation
 on – activates the Automatic activa-
tion option ›››
page 229.
 off – deactivates the Automatic ac-
tivation option ››› page 229. Front volume*
Volume in the fr

ont and rear area.
Front sound settings/sharpness*
Frequency (tone) of the sound in the front
area.
Rear volume*
Volume in the rear area.
Rear sound settings/sharpness*
Frequency (tone) of the sound in the rear
area.
Adjust volume
With the parking aid switched on, the active
audio/video source volume will be reduced
to the intensity of the selected setting.
Error messages When the Parking Aid is activated or when it
i
s
sw

itched on, if a message reporting a Park-
ing aid error is displayed on the instrument
panel, there is a fault in the system.
If the fault doesn't disappear before discon-
necting the ignition, next time that parking
aid is engaged in reverse, it will not be indi-
cated. Parking System Plus*
If there i

s a fault in the parking aid system a
message will appear on the instrument panel
indicating the error. In addition the  key
LED will blink.
If there is a fault in a sensor, the symbol  is
displayed on the Easy Connect display in
front of/behind the vehicle. If a rear sensor is
faulty, only the obstacles in the areas A and
B are displayed
››
›
Fig. 219. If a front sensor
is faulty, only the obstacles in the areas C and
D are displayed.
Hav e the f
au

lt corrected by a specialised
workshop without delay.
Towing bracket In vehicles equipped with a towing bracket
dev
ic
e fr

om the factory, when the trailer is
connected electrically, the Parking Aid rear
sensors will not be activated when reverse
gear is engaged, when the selector lever is
turned to position R or when the button  is
pressed.
Parking System Plus
The distance to possible obstacles at the rear
of the vehicle will not be displayed on the
screen and nor will it be indicated by means
of audible sound signals.
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Care and maintenance
Automatic car washes
B ef
or
e going through a car wash, be sure to
take the usual precautions such as closing
the windows and roof. If the vehicle has spe-
cial accessories such as spoilers or a roof
rack or two-way radio aerial, etc., it is advisa-
ble to consult the car wash tunnel operator.
It is best to use a car wash without revolving
bristles if possible.
Washing the vehicle with a high pressure
cleaner
When washing the vehicle with a high-pres-
sure cleaner, always follow the operating in-
structions for the equipment. This applies
particularly to the operating pressure and the
spraying distance. Do not hold the nozzle too
close to soft materials such as rubber hoses
or seals. The same applies to the parking aid
sensors*, which are located in the rear bump-
er.
Do not use a nozzle that sprays the water out
in a direct stream or one that has a rotating
jet for forcing off dirt.
Stickers attached by the factory
Follow these directions to avoid damaging
the stickers:
● Do not use high pressure cleaners.
● To remove ice or snow from the stickers do
not use w
indow scrapers or ice scrapers. ●
Do not poli
sh the stickers.
● Do not use dirty cloths or sponges.
● Preferably wash using a soft sponge and
soft neutr
al soap.
Washing the car by hand
When washing the car by hand, use plenty of
water to soften the dirt first, and rinse off as
well as possible.
Then clean the vehicle with a soft sponge,
glove or brush using only slight pressure.
You should start on the roof and work down.
Special car soap should only be used for very
persistent dirt.
Rinse the sponge or glove thoroughly and of-
ten.
Wheels, sills and similar should be cleaned
last. Use a second sponge for this. WARNING
● The v ehic

le should only be washed with the
ignition switched off. Failure to follow this in-
struction could result in an accident.
● Do not clean the underside of chassis, the
inside of
wheel arches or wheel trims without
protecting your hands and arms. You may cut
yourself on sharp-edged metal parts. Other-
wise, there is a risk of sustaining cuts.
● When washing the car during the winter
season: w
ater and ice in the brake system
can reduce braking effectiveness: risk of acci-
dent! CAUTION
● Do not w a

sh the vehicle in direct sunlight –
otherwise the paint can be damaged.
● Do not use sponges, abrasive household
spong
es or similar to clean insect remains.
This could damage the surface.
● Clean off stubborn dirt (insects, etc.) from
the headlight
s at regular intervals, for in-
stance when filling the fuel tank. The head-
lights should only be washed with water, do
not wipe them with a dry cloth or sponge. It
is best to use soapy water.
● Never wash tyres with a jet that sprays the
water out
in a direct stream. This could dam-
age the tyres even if the spray is kept at a
distance and only used for a very short time.
● Before washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wa
sh, please make sure to retract the ex-
terior mirrors to prevent them from being
damaged. Electrically retractable exterior
mirrors must not be folded in or out by hand,
always use the electrical power control. CAUTION
● Bef or

e washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash, please proceed as follows to lock
the wiper arms so that they are not moved to-
wards the top of the windscreen:
–the bonnet must be closed.
– switch the ignition on and off.
– press the windscreen wiper lever forward
briefly (windscreen washer function).
This will lock the wiper arms. » 247
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Index
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 par
ti
al . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Oil properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
On-screen messages Front Assist monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
One-touch opening and closing electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Open and close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 panoramic sliding sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
fuel tank flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256, 257
panoramic sliding sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
by remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
fuel tank flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256, 257
in the door cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
rear lid of the luggage compartment . . . . . . . . 11
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
with the central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Opening manually rear lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Outside temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
P Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Paintwork code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Panoramic sliding sunroof
clos ing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
convenience closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
convenience opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
convenience opening and closing . . . . . . . . . 128
fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
roll-back function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174, 183
Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 parking system plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
surroundings warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Parking Aid adjusting the display and audible warnings . 230
automatic activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
rear parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
sensors and camera: cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
visual indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Parking aid system see Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
automatic activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
automatic release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
emergency braking function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Parking distance warning system see Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Parking (automatic gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
ParkPilot see Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Particulate filter (diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Passenger see Correct sitting position . . . . . . . . . 66, 67, 68 Passenger door manual locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Pas
senger seat backrest
folding down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Pedestrian Monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Pedestrian protection see Pedestrian Monitoring system . . . . . . . . . 212
Petrol additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Plastic parts: cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249, 250
Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Positioning seat belts during pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Power steering see Electromechanical steering . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Pre-heating system control lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Preheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Preheating the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Press & Drive starter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Progressive steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Puncture action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
R
Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Radar sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199, 208
Radio-operated remote control see Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
314