Seat Mii 2012 Owner's Guide

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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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Note
If the buttons of the vehicle key are pressed ⇒ Fig. 12 or one of the central
locking buttons ⇒ page 33 is pressed repeatedly in short succession, the
central locking briefly disconnects as protection against overloading. The
vehicle is then unlocked. Lock the vehicle if necessary. 
Vehicle mechanical key
Fig. 13 Vehicle mechani-
cal key
The vehicle key set may include a mechanical key ⇒ Fig. 13.
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.

Control lamp on the vehicle key
Fig. 14 Control lamp on
the vehicle key
When a button on the vehicle key is pressed, the control lamp flashes
⇒  Fig. 14 (arrow) once briefly. If the button is pressed and held, the indica-
tor blinks several times, for example: for the convenience opening function.
When the control lamp does not light upon pushing a button, change the
batteries of the vehicle key ⇒ page 31. 

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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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● Open the vehicle within one minute using the key shift.
● Turn on the ignition using the vehicle key. The key has been synchron-
ised.
● If necessary, fit the cap. 

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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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FunctionNecessary operationsLock the vehicle, by
pushing the central
locking button:– Turn off the ignition and turn it on again.
– Push the central locking button .
Use the key to lock the
vehicle:– Turn off the ignition and turn it on again.
OR: Remove the key from the ignition.
– Open any door just once.
– Lock the vehicle with the key.
Note
If the buttons of the vehicle key are pressed ⇒ page 28 or one of the central
locking buttons ⇒ Fig. 19 is pressed repeatedly in short succession, the
central locking briefly disconnects as protection against overloading. In this
case, the vehicle remains unlocked for about. 30 seconds. If no doors or the
rear lid are opened during this time, the vehicle will subsequently become
locked automatically. 
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the exterior
Fig. 17 Buttons on the
vehicle key
Fig. 18 Vehicle mechani-
cal key
Central 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
vehicle.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 ve-
hicle.Press button .Insert the vehicle key into the
lock cylinder of the driver door
and turn the key
in a clockwise
direction. 

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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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Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside
Fig. 19 In the driver
door: central locking but-
ton
Fig. 20 In the passenger
door: Door handle for me-
chanical locking Central locking
Push the button ⇒ Fig. 19:
Unlocking the vehicle.
Locking the vehicle.
The central locking button is still operative when the ignition is switched off.
If the vehicle has been locked with the vehicle key, the central locking but-
ton does not operate.
Please note the following when you use the central locking button to lock
your vehicle:
●
The deadlock will not activate ⇒ page 37.
● It will not be possible to open the doors or the rear lid from the outside,
when stopped at traffic lights for example.
● The doors can be opened and unlocked individually from the inside by
pulling the inside door handle. If necessary, pull the door release lever
twice.
● The driver door cannot be locked when it is still open. This avoids lock-
ing the vehicle key inside the vehicle when there is nobody inside.
Mechanical locking
The doors are locked by pressing the door lever, so that the red mark be-
comes visible ⇒ Fig. 20 1
.
To unlock a door, pull its corresponding door lever.
If the vehicle becomes locked, take note of the following:
● The deadlock will not activate ⇒ page 37.
● It will not be possible to open the doors from the outside, when stopped
at traffic lights for example. 

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● 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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Doors
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
● Vehicle key set ⇒ page 28
● Central locking and locking system ⇒ page 33
● Emergency locking and unlocking ⇒ page 243
WARNING
If a door is not correctly closed, it could open unexpectedly when driving
and cause serious injuries.
● Always stop immediately and close the door.
● When closing, ensure that the door has closed correctly. A closed
door should be flush with the corresponding parts of the bodywork.
● Open and close doors only when nobody is in the way of the door.
WARNING
A door held open by its retainer could be blown closed by the wind or
close if the vehicle is on a hill causing injury.
● When opening and closing doors, always use the door handle.
Note
On the display of the SEAT Portable System (supplied by SEAT), ⇒ page 222
can be seen if at least one vehicle door has been left open or is not correctly
closed. Childproof lock
The childproof lock prevents the rear doors from being
opened from the inside. This system prevents minors from
opening a door accidentally while the vehicle is running.
Fig. 21 Childproof lock
on the left hand side
door
This function is independent of the vehicle electronic opening and
locking systems. It only affects rear doors. It can only be activated
and deactivated manually, as described below:
Activating the childproof lock
– Unlock the vehicle and open the door in which you wish to acti-
vate the childproof lock.
– With the door open, rotate the groove in the door using the igni-
tion key, anticlockwise for the left hand side doors ⇒ Fig. 21
and clockwise for the right hand side doors. 