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Instrument panel
With the ignition switched on, and memory 1 or 2 displayed, briefly press
OK to change from one memory to another.
1
Trip memo-
ry (for a
single jour-
ney).
The memory stores the values for the journey and the con-
sumption from the moment the ignition is switched on un-
til it is switched off again.
If the journey is broken for more than 2 hours, the memory
is automatically erased. If the journey is continued in less
than 2 hours after the ignition is switched off, the new da-
ta is added to the data already stored in the memory.
2Total mem-
ory (for all
journeys).
The memory stores the values of any number of journeys,
until it counts a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes of driv-
ing, or 1999.9 km or miles of driving, depending on the
type of instrument panel fitted. On reaching either of these
limits, the memory is automatically erased and starts to
count from 0 again.
Possible displays
MenuFunctionTimeCurrent time in hours (h) and minutes (min).Journey durationThis indicates the hours (h) and minutes (min)
since the ignition was switched on.
Current fuel consump-
tionThe current fuel consumption display operates
throughout the journey, in litres/100 km; and with
the engine running and the vehicle stopped, in li-
tres/hour.
Average fuel consump-
tionAfter turning on the ignition, average fuel con-
sumption in litres/100 km will be shown after trav-
elling approximately 100 metres. Otherwise hori-
zontal lines are displayed. The value shown is up-
dated approximately every 5 seconds.
Distance to empty (the
distance you can trav-
el with the remaining
fuel)Approximate distance in km that can still be travel-
led with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming
the same style of driving is maintained. This is cal-
culated using the current fuel consumption.
MenuFunctionDistance coveredDistance travelled, after ignition is switched on, in
km.
Average speedAfter starting the ignition, the average speed will
be shown after a distance of approximately 100
metres has been travelled. Otherwise horizontal
lines are displayed. The value shown is updated
approximately every 5 seconds.
Digital display of
speedCurrent speed displayed digitally.
Liquid coolant temper-
ature digital displayDigital display of the current temperature of the en-
gine liquid coolant.
Warning at --- km/hIf the stored speed is exceeded (between
30-250 km/h, or 18-155 mph), an audible warning
is given together with a visual warning.
Changing between display modes
● Press the rocker switch in the windscreen wiper lever.
Storing a speed for the speed warning
● Select the display Speed warning at --- km/h.
● Press OK
on the windscreen wiper lever to store the current speed and
switch off the warning.
● In addition, set the required speed by pressing the rocker switch on the
windscreen wiper lever or buttons 
or  on the multifunction steering
wheel for 5 seconds. Next, press OK again or wait a few seconds. The
speed is stored and the warning activated.
● To switch off , press OK
. The stored speed is deleted.
Manually erasing memory 1 or 2
● Select the memory to be erased.
● Press and hold the eject button OK
for approximately 2 seconds.
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Before starting the engine
Prior to a journey... Before starting the engine
Tips for driving
Introduction
Depending upon how you expect to use your vehicle, it may a good idea to
protect the engine from below. A guard underneath the engine may help to
reduce the risk of damage to the lower part of the vehicle and the oil sump
when driving over kerbs, or along dirt tracks or rough roads... Before instal-
lation, SEAT recommends going to a SEAT dealership.
Additional information and warnings:
● Ensure you are correctly seated ⇒ page 48
● Transporting ⇒ page 97
● Starting, changing gears, parking ⇒ page 119
● Ecological driving ⇒ page 144
● Notes for the user ⇒ page 233
WARNING
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics
may result in severe accidents and even loss of life.
● Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics may significantly alter per-
ception, affect reaction times and safety while driving, which could result
in the loss of control of the vehicle.
 Journey preparations and safe driving
Check list
For your own safety, for the safety of vehicle occupants in the vehicle, and
for that of other road users, the following should be checked before and
during each journey
⇒ 
:
¥ Check that the lights and turn signals operate correctly.
¥ Check the tyre pressures (
⇒ page 210) and level of fuel
(⇒ page 171).
¥ Ensure there is good visibility through all the windows.
¥ Make sure that all objects and bags in the storage compartments, in
the luggage compartment and, where applicable, on the roof, are se-
curely fastened
⇒ page 97.
¥ Ensure there is nothing obstructing the free passage of the foot ped-
als.
¥ Use child retention systems appropriate for the child's body weight
and height
⇒ page 76.
¥ Correctly adjust front seat, head rests and rear-view mirrors to suit
your height
⇒ page 48, ⇒ page 95.
¥ Wear close-fitting shoes which do not prevent you from using the
pedals correctly.
¥ The driver's floor mat in the footwell should be fixed to the floor,
leaving the pedal area unobstructed.
¥ Before starting out, ensure you are correctly seated and remain in
this position throughout the journey. This applies to all passengers
in the vehicle
⇒ page 48. 
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Before starting the engine
CAUTION
SEAT does not accept liability for any damage to the vehicle due to the use
of a lower quality fuel, an inadequate service or the non-availability of genu-
ine spare parts. 
Driving along flooded roadways
To prevent damage to the vehicle when driving through water, for example,
along a flooded road, please observe the following:
● Check the depth of the water before entering the flooded zone. The wa-
ter should never come above the lower edge of the bodywork ⇒ 
.
● Do not drive faster than a pedestrian.
● Do not stop in the water, use reverse gear or switch off the engine.
● Oncoming traffic will cause waves which raise the level of the water,
making it difficult to cross the water.
● Disconnect the Start-Stop system whenever crossing water.
WARNING
When driving through water, mud, melted snow, etc., please remember
that due to damp or frozen brake discs and pads in winter, the braking
effect may be delayed, therefore the required braking distance is greater.
● “Dry the brakes and remove ice” by braking carefully. Ensure that you
are not endangering other road-users or breaking traffic regulations in
the process.
● After driving through water, avoid sudden sharp manoeuvres.
CAUTION
● Driving through flooded areas may severely damage vehicle compo-
nents such as the engine, transmission, running gear or electrical system.
● Never drive through salt water as salt causes corrosion. Always rinse any
parts of the vehicle which have been in contact with salt water. 
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Unlocking and locking
Remote control vehicle key*
Fig. 12 Remote control
key
Remote control key
With the vehicle key the vehicle may be locked or unlocked remotely
⇒  page 33.
The vehicle key includes an emitter and battery. The receiver is in the interi-
or of the vehicle. The range of the vehicle key with remote control and new
battery is several metres around the vehicle.
If it is not possible to open or close the vehicle using the remote control key,
this should be re-synchronised ⇒ page 31 or the battery changed
⇒  page 31.
Different keys belonging to the vehicle may be used.
Folding the key shaft in and out
When the button is pressed ⇒ Fig. 12 A
, the key shaft is released and un-
folds.
To fold it press the button and fold the key shaft in until it locks in place. Duplicate keys
To obtain a spare key and other vehicle keys, the vehicle chassis number is
required.
Each new key must contain a microchip and be coded with the data from the
electronic vehicle immobilizer. In vehicle key will not work if it does not con-
tain microchip or the microchip has not been encoded. This is also true for
keys cut for the vehicle.
The vehicle keys or new spare keys can be obtained from a SEAT dealership,
a Specialised workshop or approved key service qualified to create this kind
of key.
Synchronise new keys or spare keys before use
⇒ page 31.
CAUTION
The remote control key contains electronic components. Protect the vehicle
keys from damage, impacts and humidity.
Note
Only use the key button when you require the corresponding function. Push-
ing the button unnecessarily could accidentally unlock the vehicle or trigger
the alarm. It is also possible even when you are outside the radius of action.
Note
Remote control key operation can be greatly influenced by overlapping ra-
dio signals around the vehicle working in the same range of frequencies (for
example, radio transmitters, mobile telephones).
Note
Obstacles between the remote control and the vehicle, bad weather condi-
tions and discharged batteries can considerably reduce the range of the re-
mote control. 
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Unlocking and locking
Changing the battery
Fig. 15 Vehicle key: bat-
tery compartment cover
Fig. 16 Vehicle key: re-
moving the battery
SEAT recommend having the batteries changed in a Specialised workshop.
The battery is located to the rear of the vehicle key, under a cover. Changing the battery
●
Unfold the key shaft ⇒ page 29.
● Remove the cover from the back of the vehicle key ⇒ Fig. 15 in the direc-
tion of the arrow ⇒ 
.
● Extract the battery from the compartment using a suitable thin object
⇒ Fig. 16.
● Place the new battery in the compartment, pressing as shown ⇒ Fig. 16
in the opposite direction to the arrow ⇒ 
.
● Fit the battery compartment cover, pressing in the direction of the arrow
as shown ⇒ Fig. 15 until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
● If the battery is not changed correctly, the vehicle key may be damaged.
● Use of unsuitable batteries may damage the vehicle key. For this reason,
always replace the dead battery with another of the same voltage, size and
specifications.
● When fitting the battery, check that the polarity is correct.
For the sake of the environment
Please dispose of your used batteries correctly and with respect for the envi-
ronment. 
To synchronise the vehicle key
If the button  is pressed frequently outside of the vehicle range, it is pos-
sible that the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked using the key. In
this case, synchronise the vehicle key once more as follows:
● Unfold the key shaft
⇒ page 29.
● Press the button 
on the vehicle key. For this, you must remain next to
the vehicle. 
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Unlocking and locking
Central locking* and locking system Introduction
Central locking functions correctly when all the doors and the rear lid are
correctly shut. If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked with
the key.
The battery of a vehicle left unlocked during a long period (for instance, in a
private garage) may run down and fail to start the motor.
Additional information and warnings:
● Exterior detail ⇒ page 6
● Vehicle key set ⇒ page 28
● Doors ⇒ page 38
● Rear lid ⇒ page 40
● Electric windows ⇒ page 43
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 243
WARNING
The incorrect use of the central locking system may cause serious inju-
ries.
● The central locking system will lock all doors. A vehicle locked from
the inside can prevent any non-authorised individual from opening the
doors and accessing the vehicle. Nevertheless, in case of emergency or
accident, locked doors will complicate access to the passenger compart-
ment to help the passengers.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle. The cen-
tral locking button can be used to lock all the doors from within. There-
fore, passengers will be locked inside the vehicle. Individuals locked in
the vehicle can be exposed to very high or very low temperatures.
WARNING (Continued)
● Depending on the time of the year, temperatures inside a locked and
closed vehicle can be extremely high or extremely low resulting in seri-
ous injuries and illness or even death, particularly for young children.
● Never leave individuals locked in a closed and locked vehicle. In case
of emergency, they may not be able to exit the vehicle by themselves or
get help.

Description of the central locking system
The central locking system allows all doors and the rear lid to be locked and
unlocked centrally.
● From outside, using the vehicle key.
● From inside, by pushing the central locking button ⇒ page 36.
The central locking system can be activated or deactivated at a specialised
workshop.
In case of a vehicle key fault or central locking system fault, all doors can be
locked or unlocked manually.
Locking the vehicle after the airbags have been deployed
If the airbags are deployed due to an accident, the vehicle will be automati-
cally and completely unlocked. Depending on the amount of damage, the
vehicle can be locked following an accident in the following ways: 
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Unlocking and locking
FunctionHandling the buttons
on the vehicle
⇒ Fig. 17Handling the vehicle key
⇒ Fig. 17 in the lock cylinder or
with the vehicle mechanical key
⇒ Fig. 18.
Unlocking the
rear lid.Press button .Insert the vehicle key into the
lock cylinder of the driver door
and turn the key
in an anticlock-
wise direction.
Locking the rear
lid.Press button .Insert the vehicle key into the
lock cylinder of the driver door
and turn the key
in a clockwise
direction.
Attention: Depending on the operating of the central locking set by the Spe-
cialised workshop, in order to unlock all the doors and the rear lid, press
the button 
twice.
The vehicle key only locks and unlocks the vehicle if it is within range of the
vehicle and if the battery has enough power.
● Upon locking the vehicle, all turn signals will flash once in confirmation.
● Upon unlocking the vehicle, all turn signals will flash twice in confirma-
tion.
If the turn signals do not flash in confirmation, at least one of the doors or
the rear lid has been left unlocked.
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked with the key. If you
unlock the vehicle without opening any doors or the rear lid, it will lock
again automatically after a few seconds. This function prevents the vehicle
from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake. Mechanical locking
FunctionHandling the vehicle mechanical key
⇒ Fig. 18
in the lock cylinder.
Locking the driver door
manually.
To unlock, insert the vehicle key into the lock cyl-
inder of the driver door and turn the key in an
anticlockwise direction.
To lock, insert the vehicle key into the lock cylin-
der of the driver door and turn the key in a clock-
wise direction.
Locking and unlocking
the rear lid.
To unlock, insert the vehicle key into the lock cyl-
inder of the driver door and turn the key in an
anticlockwise direction.
To lock, insert the vehicle key into the lock cylin-
der of the driver door and turn the key in a clock-
wise direction.
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked with the vehicle key. 
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Unlocking and locking
● The doors can be opened and unlocked individually from the inside by
pulling the inside door handle.
● The driver door cannot be locked using the central locking system when
it is still open. This avoids locking the vehicle key inside the vehicle when
there is nobody inside. 
Deadlock*
FunctionNecessary operationsLocks the vehicle with the dead-
lock.Press the  button once on the vehicle
key.
Locks the vehicle without the
deadlock.Press the  button twice on the vehicle
key.
Press the central locking button  on
the driver door once.
When the vehicle is locked, the deadlock deactivates the door handles,
making the vehicle difficult to open. The doors cannot be opened from in-
side ⇒ 
.
Upon switching off the ignition, the deadlock switched on warning will ap-
pear on the instrument panel display ( deadlock or SAFELOCK).
When the deadlock is switched off:
● The vehicle can be opened and unlocked from the inside using an inside
door handle. Control lamp on the driver door
When the vehicle is locked:MeaningThe red LED flashes for approximately 2
seconds at short intervals and then more
slowly.The deadlock is switched on.
The red LED flashes for about two sec-
onds then turns off. After 30 seconds, the
LED flashes again.The deadlock is switched off.
The red LED flashes for about two sec-
onds at short intervals. Subsequently,
the light will remain switched on for
about. 30 seconds.There is a fault in the locking
system. Contact a Specialised
workshop.
WARNING
Careless use of the deadlock can cause serious injury.
● Never leave anybody inside the vehicle if this is locked using the key.
When the deadlock is activated, doors cannot be opened from the inside!
● When the doors are locked, it is difficult to get to passengers in the
interior in case of an emergency. Passengers could remain trapped inside
in case of emergency.

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Unlocking and locking
Deactivating the childproof lock
– Unlock the vehicle and open the door whose childproof lock you
want to deactivate.
– With the door open, rotate the groove in the door using the igni-
tion key, anticlockwise for the right hand side doors and clock-
wise for the left hand side doors ⇒ Fig. 21.
Once the childproof lock is activated, the door can only be opened from the
outside. The childproof lock can be activated and deactivated by inserting
the key in the groove when the door is open, as described above. 
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Unlocking and locking
Opening the rear lid
Fig. 22 On the vehicle
key: Button to unlock and
open the rear lid
If there are bicycles attached to a carrier situated on the rear lid, in some
cases, it may not automatically open ⇒ 
. Remove the load from the carrier
and support the open rear lid.
Opening with central locking
● Press the button 
on the vehicle key
⇒ Fig. 22 for about one second
to unlock the rear lid.
● ALTERNATIVELY: Press the button 
on the vehicle key until the rear lid
opens automatically several centimetres.
● Opening the rear lid with the button.
Opening with the vehicle mechanical key
● Insert the vehicle key into the lock cylinder of the driver door and turn
the key in an anticlockwise direction
⇒ page 33.
● Opening the rear lid with the button.
WARNING
Unsuitable or careless unlocking and opening of the rear lid could cause
serious injuries.
● If there is a loaded luggage carrier on the rear lid, it could be un-
locked or open but not recognised as such. An unlocked or open rear lid
could open unexpectedly while driving.
Note
At outside temperatures of less than 0 °C (+32 °F), the pressurised gas
struts cannot always automatically lift the tailgate. In this case, open the
rear lid manually. 
Closing the rear lid
Fig. 23 Rear lid open:
hand grip 
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