warning Seat Mii 2012 Owner's Guide

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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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Closing the rear lid
● Grab the handgrip inside the rear lid ⇒  Fig. 23 (arrow).
● Push the rear lid downwards until it locks into place in the lock.
● Ensure that it is correctly closed by pulling on it firmly.
Locking the rear lid with central locking*
If the vehicle is unlocked and no doors or the rear lid are opened during
about. 30 seconds, it will automatically lock again. This function prevents
the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by
mistake.
Locking is only possible when the rear lid is correctly and fully closed.
● The rear lid is also locked by a central locking.
● If the vehicle rear lid is locked or unlocked using the 
button, when it
is closed once more it will lock automatically.
● A closed but not locked rear lid will lock automatically at a speed above
about 9 km/h (6 mph).
Locking the rear lid with the vehicle mechanical key
Locking is only possible when the rear lid is correctly and fully closed.
● Insert the vehicle key into the lock cylinder of the driver door and turn
the key in a clockwise direction ⇒ page 33.
WARNING
Unsuitable or careless closing and locking of the rear lid could cause se-
rious injuries.
● Never leave the vehicle unattended, and never allow children to play
inside or around the vehicle without supervision, especially if the rear lid
is open. Children could enter the luggage compartment, close the rear lid
and become trapped. A locked vehicle can be subjected to extremely high
and low temperatures, depending on the time of year, thus causing seri-
ous injuries/illness and even death.
Note
Before closing the rear lid, make sure that the key has not been left inside
the boot. 

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Unlocking and locking
Windows Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● SEAT information system ⇒  page 22
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 33
WARNING
Careless use of the electric windows can cause serious injury.
● Only operate the electric windows when nobody is in the way.
● Never leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle if the
doors are to be locked. The windows cannot be opened in case of an
emergency.
● Always take all the keys with you whenever you leave the vehicle. Af-
ter turning off the ignition, the windows can be opened and closed for a
short time using the buttons on the door as long as the driver door or
passenger side door is not open.
CAUTION
When the windows are open, rain can enter into the vehicle, dampening the
interior equipment and causing damage to the vehicle. Opening and closing the electric windows
Fig. 24 In the driver
door: electric windows
button
Opening and closing the windows
FunctionNecessary operationsOpening:Press button .Closing:Push the button .
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Side-opening rear windows
Fig. 25 Lever to open
and close the rear win-
dow
Opening
Pull the release lever in the direction of the arrow and press outwards until
the lever engages.
Closing
Pull the release lever in the direction of the arrow and then press the lever
backwards until it engages. Opening and closing the sliding/tilting
electric panoramic sunroof
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 33
● Roof carrier ⇒ page 104
WARNING
If the sliding/tilting electric panoramic sunroof is used negligently or
without paying due attention, it can cause serious injury.
● The sliding/tilting sunroof should only be opened or closed when no
person remains in the way of it.
● After switching off, it is still possible to open or close the sliding/tilt-
ing sunroof during a short space of time provided that neither the driver
nor passenger door is opened.
CAUTION
● To prevent damage, when there are winter temperatures any ice or snow
that there may be on the roof of the vehicle must be removed before open-
ing or raising the sliding/tilting electric panoramic sunroof.
● Before leaving the vehicle or in the case of heavy rain, the sliding/tilting
sunroof must always be closed. With the sliding/tilting sunroof open or
raised, water can enter the passenger compartment and can cause consid-
erable damage to the electrical system. As a result, other damage can occur
in the vehicle.
● In the case of heavy rain, if the sliding/tilting sunroof is open, the interi-
or equipment of the vehicle may get wet, destroying the seat heating and
damaging the electrical system of the vehicle. 

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Function⇒ Fig. 26
or
⇒ Fig. 27Action
To raise the tilt-
ing sunroof com-
pletely:4briefly press the rear part of the knob.
To stop automat-
ic operation:4 or 5Press or pull the knob again briefly.
To close com-
pletely:5briefly pull the rear part of the knob.
The sliding/tilting sunroof only works when switched on. After switching off,
it is still possible to open or close the sliding/tilting sunroof during a short
space of time provided that neither the driver nor passenger door is
opened.
All operations are interrupted when the rotary knob is actuated.
If it were not possible to close the sliding/tilting sunroof electrically, it
would need to be closed manually. It is not possible to do an emergency
close of the sliding/tilting sunroof without removing components of the ve-
hicle. In such a case, obtain professional assistance.
Sliding blind
With the roof grab handle situated in the rear part of the roof opening, it is
possible to move the sliding blind to the required position.
Note
The convenience position permits sufficient ventilation with a level of sound
produced by low wind. Anti-trap function of the sliding/tilting electric panoramic
sunroof
The anti-trap function can reduce the risk of injury when closing the sliding/
tilting electric panoramic sunroof
⇒ . If the sliding/tilting sunroof encoun-
ters resistance or an obstacle when closing, it will immediately reopen.
● Check why the sliding/tilting sunroof has not closed.
● Try to close it again.
● If it is still not possible to close it due to an obstacle or resistance, it will
remain in the corresponding position. Close it without the anti-trap func-
tion.
Closing the sliding/tilting electric panoramic sunroof without the anti-trap
function
● Before approx. 5 seconds have passed since the activation of the anti-
trap function, pull the knob ⇒ Fig. 27 5
until the sliding/tilting sunroof is
completely closed.
● As such, the sliding/tilting sunroof will close without the anti-trap func-
tion!
● If the sunroof still cannot be closed, visit a specialised workshop.
If the knob is released during the closing operation, the sliding/tilting elec-
tric panoramic sunroof opens automatically.
WARNING
Closing the sliding/tilting electric panoramic sunroof without the anti-
trap function can result in serious injury.
● The sliding/tilting sunroof should always be closed carefully. 

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WARNING (Continued)
● No person should ever remain in the way of the sliding/tilting sun-
roof, especially when closing without the anti-trap function.
● The anti-trap function does not prevent fingers or other parts of the
body from becoming trapped against the roof frame and injuries occur-
ring.
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Ensuring you are correctly and safely seated
Adjusting the seat position
Introduction
Number of seats
The vehicle has a total of 4 seats: 2 front seats and 2 rear seats. Each seat is
equipped with a seat belt.
Additional information and warnings:
● Seat functions ⇒ page 55
● Seat belts ⇒ page 57
● Airbag system ⇒ page 67
● Child seats (accessories) ⇒ page 76
WARNING
An incorrect sitting position in the vehicle can lead to severe injuries or
death in the event of sudden braking or manoeuvres, collision or acci-
dents or if the airbag deploys.
● Before the vehicle moves, assume the proper sitting position and
maintain it throughout the trip. This also includes fastening the seat
belt.
● Never transport more people than there are seats with a seat belt
available in the vehicle.
WARNING (Continued)
● Children must always be protected with an approved child restraint
system suited to their height and weight ⇒ page 76, ⇒ page 67.
● Always keep your feet in the footwell while the vehicle is in motion.
Never, for example, put your feet on the surface of a seat or on the dash
panel and never put them out of a window. Otherwise the airbag and seat
belt offer insufficient protection and the risk of injury in the event of an
accident is increased.
WARNING
Before every trip, adjust the seat, the seat belt and the head restraints
and instruct your passengers to fasten their seat belts properly.
● Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible.
● Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between
your chest and the hub of the steering wheel. Adjust the driver seat so
that you are able to press the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals to the
floor with your knees slightly angled and that the distance between your
knees and the dash panel is at least 10 cm. If your physical constitution
prevents you from meeting these requirements, contact a Specialised
workshop to make any modifications required.
● Never drive with the backrest tilted far back. The further the backrests
are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to incorrect posi-
tioning of the belt web or to the incorrect sitting position.
● Never drive with the backrest tilted forwards. Should a front airbag
deploy, it could throw the backrest backwards and injure the passengers
of the rear seats.
● Sit as far away as possible from the steering wheel and the dash pan-
el. 

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WARNING (Continued)
● Keep your back straight and resting completely against the backrest
and the front seats correctly adjusted. Never place any part of your body
in the area of the airbag or very close to it.
● If passengers on the rear seats are not sitting in an upright position,
the risk of severe injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web in-
creases.
WARNING
Incorrect seat adjustment may lead to accidents and severe injuries.
● Only adjust the seats when the vehicle is stationary, as the seats
could move unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion and you could
lose control of the vehicle. Furthermore, an incorrect position is adopted
when adjusting the seat.
● Only adjust the height, backrest and forwards or backwards position
of the seat when there is nobody in the seat adjustment area.
● There must be no objects blocking the front seat adjustment area.

Danger of injuries due to an incorrect sitting position
If the seat belts are worn incorrectly or not at all, the risk of severe or fatal
injuries increases. Seat belts can provide optimal protection only if the belt
web is properly worn. The seat belt cannot offer its full protection if the belt
web is not positioned correctly. This could result in severe and even fatal in-
juries. The risk of severe or fatal injuries is especially increased when a de-
ploying airbag strikes an occupant who has assumed an incorrect sitting
position. The driver is responsible for all passengers in the vehicle, particu-
larly children.
The following list shows just some examples of incorrect sitting positions
which can be dangerous to all occupants. When the vehicle is in motion:
●
Never stand in the vehicle.
● Never stand on the seats.
● Never kneel on the seats.
● Never tilt your backrest too far to the rear.
● Never lean against the dash panel.
● Never lie on the rear seats.
● Never sit on the front edge of a seat.
● Never sit sideways.
● Never lean out of a window.
● Never put your feet out of a window.
● Never put your feet on the dash panel.
● Never put your feet on the surface of a seat or backrest.
● Never travel in a footwell.
● Never travel on a seat without wearing the seat belt.
● Never carry any person in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
Every incorrect sitting position increases the risk of severe or fatal inju-
ries in the event of accidents or sudden braking or manoeuvres.
● All vehicle occupants must assume the proper sitting position and be
properly belted in while travelling.
● Occupants in incorrect sitting positions, not wearing their seat belt or
too close to the airbag run the risk of suffering severe or fatal injuries,
particularly if the airbag deploys and hits an occupant sitting in an incor-
rect position.
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Adjust the rear head restraints
Fig. 31 Adjusting the
rear head restraints
All seats are equipped with a head restraint.
The front seat head restraints are integrated in the backrests and adjusting
them is not possible.
Adjusting height
● Push the head restraint up or down in the direction of the arrow with the
button pressed ⇒ Fig. 31 1
⇒ .
● The head restraint must engage securely in position.
Correct adjustment of head restraints
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 and under no circumstances below eye level. Keep the back of your
neck as close as possible to the head restraint. Adjusting the head restraint for short people
Set the head restraint in the first anchorage position, even if your head is
below its upper edge. When the head restraint is at its lowest, it is possible
that a small gap remains between it and the backrest.
Adjusting the head restraint for tall people
Raise the head restraint completely.
WARNING
Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted in-
creases the risk of severe or fatal injuries in the event of accidents and
sudden braking or manoeuvres.
● Always fit and adjust the head restraint properly whenever a person
is occupying a seat.
● All occupants must correctly adjust the head restraint according to
their height to reduce the risk of back injuries in the event of an accident.
The upper edge of the head restraint must be as close as possible to the
same level as the top of your head and under no circumstances below eye
level. Keep the back of your neck as close as possible to the head re-
straint.
● Never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion.
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Ensuring you are correctly and safely seated
Removing and installing the rear head restraints
Fig. 32 Removing the
rear head restraint
The rear seats are equipped with a head restraint.
Removing the rear head restraint.
● Unlock the rear seat bench backrest and fold it forward ⇒ page 100.
● Push the head restraint up as far as it will go ⇒ 
.
● Pull the head restraint out of the fitting without releasing the button
⇒ Fig. 32 1
.
● Fold the backrest of the rear seat bench backwards until it is engaged.
● Safely store the removed head restraints.
Removing the rear head restraint.
● Unlock the rear seat bench backrest and fold it forward ⇒ page 100.
● Correctly insert the head restraint into the guides on the backrest.
● Push the head restraint down as far as it will go while pressing button
1
.
● Fold the backrest of the rear seat bench backwards until it is engaged.
● Adjust the head restraint to the correct position ⇒ page 52.
WARNING
Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted in-
creases the risk of severe or fatal injuries in the event of accidents and
sudden braking or manoeuvres.
● Always fit and adjust the head restraint properly whenever a person
is occupying a seat.
● Refit any removed head restraints immediately so that passengers
are properly protected.
CAUTION
On removing and fitting the head restraint, make sure the head restraint
does not hit the interior roof of the vehicle or the backrest of the front seat.
This could damage the interior roof and other parts of the vehicle. 
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 33 Mechanical
steering wheel adjust-
ment 
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