brake pads replacement Seat Mii 2015 Owner's manual

Operation
running, the internal friction in the engine is
gr e
at
er than later on when all the moving
parts have bedded down.
How the vehicle is driven for the first 1,500
km influences the future engine perform-
ance. Throughout the life of the vehicle, it
should be driven at a moderate speed, espe-
cially when the engine is cold, as this will re-
duce engine wear and increase its useful life.
Never drive at extremely low engine speeds.
Change down to a lower gear when the en-
gine no longer runs “smoothly”. Up to 1,000
kilometres the following instructions apply:
● Do not use full throttle.
● Do not force the engine above two thirds of
its max
imum speed.
Between 1,000 and 1,500 kilometres, gradu-
ally increase power until reaching the maxi-
mum speed and high engine speeds.
Running in new tyres and brake pads
● Replacement of wheel rims and new tyres
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page 197
● Notes on the brakes ›››
page 132 For the sake of the environment
If the engine is run in gently, the life of the
engine w i

ll be increased and the engine oil
consumption reduced. Environmental compatibility
Environmental protection is a top priority in
the des
ign, c

hoice of materials and manufac-
ture of your new SEAT.
Constructive measures to encourage recy-
cling
● Joints and connections designed for easy
dismantlin
g
● Modular construction to facilitate disman-
tling
● Incr

eased use of single-grade materials.
● Plastic parts and elastomers are marked in
acc or

dance with ISO 1043, ISO 11469 and
ISO 1629.
Choice of materials
● Use of recycled materials.
● Use of compatible plastics in the same part
if its c
omponents are not easily separated.
● Use of recycled materials and/or materials
originating fr
om renewable sources.
● Reduction of volatile components, includ-
ing odour, in p
lastic materials.
● Use of CFC-free coolants.
Ban on heavy
metals, with the exceptions
dictated by law (Annex II of ELV Directive
2000/53/EC): cadmium, lead, mercury, hexa-
valent chromium. Manufacturing methods
●
Reduction of the quantity of thinner in the
protectiv
e wax for cavities.
● Use of plastic film as protection during ve-
hicle tr
ansport.
● Use of solvent-free adhesives.
● Use of CFC-free coolants in cooling sys-
tems.
● Recy

cling and energy recovery from resi-
dues (RDF).
● Impr

ovement in the quality of waste water.
● Use of systems for the recovery of residual
heat (therm
al recovery, enthalpy wheels,
etc.).
● The use of water-soluble paints.
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Advice
Ensuring that the brake system is always
f u
nctionin
g correctly is essential for your own
safety and the safety of other road users
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Br ak
e fluid s

pecifications
SEAT have developed a special brake fluid
optimised for the brake systems of their vehi-
cles. To ensure the optimum working of the
brake system, SEAT recommends the use of
brake fluid in accordance with the VW 501 14
standard. If this brake fluid is not available or
another brake fluid is used for different rea-
sons, use a brake fluid that complies with the
United States standard FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or
the German standard DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4
››› .
Br ak
e fluid

s conforming to the standard
VW 501 14, fulfil the American requirements
of the FMVSS 116 DOT 4 standard and the
German DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4 standard.
However, fluids that comply with the Ameri-
can FMVSS 116 DOT 4 standard or the Ger-
man DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4 standard do not
necessarily comply with the VW 501 14
standard. Always check the information on
the brake fluid container and ensure that you
are using suitable brake fluid.
A suitable brake fluid can be obtained from
SEAT dealerships. Brake fluid level
The level

of the brake fluid should always be
between the MIN and MAX marks, or above
the MIN mark ››› .
It i
s

not always possible to check the level of
the brake fluid, as in some models the en-
gine components make it difficult to see the
brake fluid reservoir. If you cannot read the
exact brake fluid level, consult a specialist.
The brake fluid level drops slightly when the
vehicle is being used due to wear of the
brake pads and the automatic readjustment
of the brake.
Changing the brake fluid
The brake fluid should be changed in accord-
ance with the instructions given in the Main-
tenance Programme. Have the brake fluid
changed by a specialised workshop. SEAT
recommends taking your car in for technical
service. This means that only brake fluid
complying with the required specifications
will be used. WARNING
If the brake fluid level is low or unsuita-
bl e/o

ld brake fluid is used, the brake system
may fail or braking power may be reduced.
● Check the brake system and the brake fluid
level
regularly! ●
The brak e fluid shou

ld be changed regular-
ly in accordance with the instructions given
in the Maintenance Programme.
● Always ensure that you use suitable brake
fluid. Only u
sed brake fluid that conforms to
the VW 501 14 standard, FMVSS 116 DOT 4
standard or even the DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4
standard. Other types of brake fluid could af-
fect brake operation and reduce braking pow-
er. Do not use a brake fluid if the container
does not specify compliance with the
VW 501 14, FMVSS 116 DOT 4 or
DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 4 standards.
● The replacement brake fluid must be new.
● Brake fluid should be stored in the closed
original
container in a safe place out of reach
of children. Risk of poisoning!
● If the brake fluid is left in the system for
too long and the br
akes are subjected to
heavy use, vapour bubbles may form in the
brake system. This would seriously affect the
efficiency of the brakes and the safety of the
vehicle. This may cause an accident. CAUTION
Brake fluid damages the vehicle paintwork.
Wipe off an

y brake fluid from the paintwork
immediately. For the sake of the environment
Brake fluid is an environmental pollutant.
Co l

lect any spilt service fluids and allow a
professional to dispose of them. 192

Index
Parking distance warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 fau
lt
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
see also Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Parking light remains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
ParkPilot see Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Passenger door emergency locking . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 51
Petrol additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Portable Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Positioning the seat belt for pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Power brake system Anti-lock system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Power socket 12 volts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Protection of vehicle undercarriage . . . . . . . . . . 171
Puncture action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Pushing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
R Radar sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Radio-operated remote control see Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Radio reception antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Operating faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Raising the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 lift platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Rear
headr ests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Rear backrest Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
lifting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Rear lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 see also Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Rear seat bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Rear vision mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 interior anti-dazzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Rear vision mirrors adjusting the exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
see also Rear vision mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Rear windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Recommended gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Recycled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 control and warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
mistakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
natural gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
opening fuel tank flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Remote control key unlocking and locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160, 177 airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Repair work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Replacing bulbs See "Changing bulbs" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Reprogramming control units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Retaining hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Rev counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Rims Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Roof carrier system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 fastening the supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Rubber seal
s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Running in brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
new engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
S
SAFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95, 132
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
disabling the front passenger front airbag . . . . 15
driving safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Safe driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Safety Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Safety equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Safety instructions using child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 64
using seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Sale of vehicle in other countries / continents . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Scrapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
vend-of-life vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 55
automatic belt retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
belt tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
belt tension limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
protective function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
twisted belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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