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Lights & visibility

From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle lighting settings: “Lights and visibility Menu”.

Display off

Only emergency messages appear

Back

This returns to the main menu

Note

For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be

displayed.

Convenience menu

From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle convenience settings.

Open menu Convenience

- Choose the option Convenience from the main menu and press

the button

on the windscreen wiper lever.

- Choose the option Configuration from the main menu and press

the button

on the windscreen wiper lever.

Example of menu use: “Example of menu use”

Convenience

Function

Open doors

Selective opening/ Complete opening

Self-locking

Self-unlocking

Audible warning function

On / off (acoustic signal of centralised locking)

Convenience opening

Off

All

1 door

Synchronised regulation of wing mirrors

Synchronised/individual

Back

This returns to the Configuration menu

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Note

For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be

displayed.

Lights and visibility menu

From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle lighting settings.

Open Lights and visibility Menu

- Select the option Lights & visibility from the menu and press

button

on the windscreen wiper lever.

- Select the option Configuration from the main menu: “Main

menu” and press button on the windscreen wiper lever.

Example of menu use: “Example of menu use”

Lights & visibility

Function

Coming Home/

The lighting duration may be modified, in steps of 10 seconds, from a minimum of 10 seconds to a maxi-

Leaving Home

mum of 90 seconds

The function may also be deactivated.

Indicator conf.

With the convenience mode activated, the indicator will blink at least three times when turned on.

Manufacturer's settings

The manufacturer's predefined values for the functions of this menu are restored.

Back

This returns to the Configuration menu

Note

For electronic and vehicle equipment one or more of these menus will be

displayed.

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Item

Symbol

Meaning of warning and control lamps

Further information



Fuel level / reserve

⇒ page 75



Coolant level / coolant temperature

⇒ page 75



Rear fog light switched on

⇒ page 76

 

Turn signals in operation

⇒ page 76



Trailer turn signals in operation

⇒ page 76



Main beam switched on

⇒ page 76



Bulb defective

⇒ page 77



Cruise control system switched on

⇒ page 77



Washer fluid level

⇒ page 77

Parking brake applied



or low brake fluid level or

⇒ page 77

fault in brake system



Engine oil pressure

⇒ page 78



ABS system fault

⇒ page 78



Pollen accumulation in the diesel engine particulate filter

⇒ page 79



Alternator fault

⇒ page 79

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Item

Symbol

Meaning of warning and control lamps

Further information



Fasten seat belts!

⇒ page 19



Tyre pressure

⇒ page 80



Engine fault (petrol engine)

⇒ page 81

Glow plug system for diesel engine



If lit: preheating active

⇒ page 81

If flashing: engine fault



Airbag or belt tension device system fault or airbag disabled

⇒ page 28 ⇒ page 31



Fault in the emission control system

⇒ page 81

If flashing: electronic stabilisation programme (ESP) is



working

⇒ page 81

If it remains lit: ESP malfunction or off



Operate foot brake

⇒ page 82



Electromechanical steering

⇒ page 82



Brake pad wear indicator

⇒ page 82



Door open indicator

⇒ page 82

SAFE

Electronic immobiliser

⇒ page 83

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The instrument panel displays shows the following message⁹⁾: PLEASE

WARNING

REFUEL!

• Failure to observe warning lamps and warning messages can result in

serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle.

• The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Use a

Coolant Level* / temperature 

warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users to your

stationary vehicle so that it does not represent a danger.

The warning lamp lights up if the coolant temperature is too

• The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous area!

high or if the coolant level is too low.

Before you open the bonnet to work on the engine or in the engine compart-

ment, you must switch off the engine and allow it to cool to reduce the risk

There is a fault if:

of scalding or other injuries. Read and observe the relevant warnings

• The warning symbol does not go out again after a few seconds.

⇒ page 215.

• The warning lamp lights up or flashes while the vehicle is moving, while

three acoustic warning signals ⇒

are emitted.

Note

This means that either the coolant level is too low or the coolant temperature

• The appropriate warning lamp for a fault will light up in vehicles without

is too high.

warning or information texts in the display.

Coolant temperature too high

• In vehicles with warning or information texts in the display, the appro-

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁰⁾: CHECK

priate warning lamp for a fault will light up and a warning or information text

will also appear in the display.

COOLANT INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL.

First look at the coolant temperature gauge. The coolant temperature is too

high if the needle is over the warning area on the dial. Stop the vehicle,

switch off the engine and wait for it to cool down. Check the coolant level.

Fuel level / reserve 

If the coolant level is correct, the overheating may be caused by a malfunction

This symbol lights up to indicate that the fuel tank is down to

of the radiator fan. Check the radiator fan fuse and have it replaced if neces-

the reserve level.

sary ⇒ page 252.

If the warning lamp lights up again after driving on for a short distance, stop

This lights when only 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank (8 litres for vehicles

the vehicle and switch off the engine. Contact an Authorised Service Centre

with four-wheel drive). Also, an audible warning is given. This serves as a

or a qualified workshop.

reminder to fill up with fuel at the earliest opportunity ⇒ page 212.

⁹⁾ Depending on the model version

¹⁰⁾ Depending on the model version

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Coolant level too low

Turn signals  

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹¹⁾: STOP CHECK

COOLANT INSTRUCTION MANUAL ⇒ page 223.

The warning lamp flashes when the turn signals are in oper-

ation.

First look at the coolant temperature gauge. If the needle is in the normal

range, top up with coolant at the earliest opportunity ⇒

Depending on which turn signal is operated, either the left  or right  indi-

cator lamp flashes. Both warning lamps will flash at the same time when the

hazard warning lights are switched on.

WARNING

If one turn signal fails, the warning lamp will start flashing twice as fast.

• If your vehicle is immobilised for any technical reasons, move it to a

safe distance from traffic. Turn off the engine, turn on the hazard lights and

For further information on the indicator signals, please see ⇒ page 116.

place the warning triangle.

• Never open the bonnet if you can see or hear steam or coolant escaping

from the engine compartment. Risk of scalding. Wait until you can no

longer see or hear escaping steam or coolant.

Trailer turn signals 

• The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous area!

This warning lamp also flashes when the turn signals are

Before carrying out any work in the engine compartment, switch off the

operated while towing a caravan or trailer.

engine and allow it to cool down. Always note the corresponding warnings

⇒ page 215.

The warning lamp 

flashes when the turn signals are operated, provided a

trailer is correctly attached and connected to the vehicle.

The warning lamp will not flash if one of the turn signals on the trailer fails.

Rear fog light 

This warning lamp lights up when the rear fog light is switched on . Further

information ⇒ page 111.

Main beam headlights 

This warning lamp lights up when the main beams are on.

The warning lamp  lights up when the main beams are on or when the

headlight flasher is operated.

Further information ⇒ page 116.

¹¹⁾ Depending on the model version

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Bulb defect 

Brake system* / handbrake 

The warning lamp lights up when a bulb in the vehicle's exte-

The warning lamp lights up if the handbrake is applied, if the

rior lighting is defective.

brake fluid level falls too low or if there is a fault in the brake

system.

The warning lamp  lights up when a bulb in the vehicle's exterior lighting

(e.g. left-hand main beam) is defective.

This warning lamp  lights up if

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹²⁾: LEFT FULL

• If the handbrake is on

LIGHT FAULT.

If you drive faster than 6 km/h with the handbrake on, the following message

will appear in the instrument panel display ¹⁴⁾: HANDBRAKE ON. Also, an

audible warning is given.

Cruise control system* 

• If the brake fluid level is too low ⇒ page 228

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁴⁾ : STOP BRAKE

The warning lamp comes on when the cruise control system

FLUID INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

is switched on.

• If there is a fault in the brake system

The warning lamp  lights up when the cruise control system is switched on.

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁴⁾ : BRAKE

For further notes on the cruise control system, please see ⇒ page 176.

SYSTEM FAULT INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL.

This warning lamp can light up together with the anti-lock brake system

warning lamp.

Washer fluid 

This warning lamp lights up to indicate that the windscreen

WARNING

washer level is too low.

• Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on

⇒ page 215, “Working in the engine compartment”.

This serves as a reminder to fill up the reservoir at the earliest opportunity

⇒ page 225.

• If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up when

driving, the brake fluid level ⇒ page 228, “Brake fluid” in the reservoir is

The following message is shown on the instrument panel display¹³⁾: REFILL

too low. Risk of accident. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. Obtain tech-

WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID.

nical assistance.

¹²⁾ Depending on the model version

¹³⁾ Depending on the model version

¹⁴⁾ Depending on the model version

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There is a fault in the ABS if:

WARNING (continued)

• The warning lamp  does not light up when the ignition is switched on.

• If the brake warning lamp  lights up together with the ABS warning

• The warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds.

lamp , the control function of the ABS could be out of action. This could

• The warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving.

cause the rear wheels to lock quickly when you brake. This could cause the

rear to break away. Risk of skidding. Stop the vehicle and seek technical

The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way (except that the ABS control

assistance.

function will not function). Please take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as

soon as possible. For further information on the ABS see the ⇒ page 181.

If a fault occurs in the ABS, the ESP* warning lamp will also light up.

Engine oil pressure 

Brake system fault

This warning lamp indicates that the engine oil pressure is

If the ABS warning lamp  lights up together with the brake warning lamp

, this indicates not only a fault in the ABS function, but also a possible fault

too low.

in the brake system ⇒

If this warning symbol starts to flash, and is accompanied by three audible

warnings, switch off the engine and check the oil level. If the oil level is too

WARNING

low, add more engine oil ⇒ page 218.

•

Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁵⁾: STOP

⇒ page 215.

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

• If the brake warning lamp  should light up together with the ABS

If the symbol flashes although the oil level is correct, do not drive on. The

warning lamp , stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid

engine must not even run at idle speed. Obtain technical assistance.

level in the reservoir ⇒ page 228, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has

dropped below the “MIN” mark you must not drive on. Risk of accident.

Obtain technical assistance.

• If the brake fluid level is correct, the fault in the brake system may have

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 

been caused by a failure of the ABS system. This could cause the rear

wheels to lock quickly when you brake. This could cause the rear to break

A warning lamp system monitors the ABS.

away. Risk of skidding. Stop the vehicle and seek technical assistance.

The warning lamp  should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is

switched on. It goes out again after the system has run through an automatic

test sequence.

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Differential lock fault (EDL)*

If the lamp  does not switch off, bring the vehicle to a specialised workshop

to repair the fault ⇒ page 190.

EDL operates along with the ABS in vehicles equipped with an

Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP)*

WARNING

A malfunction in the EDL is indicated by the ABS warning lamp . Please

• Always drive according to the road weather conditions, the terrain and

take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible. For further infor-

traffic. Driving recommendations should never lead to illegal maneouvers

mation on the EDL ⇒ page 184.

in surrounding traffic.

• The diesel engine particulate filter may reach extremely high tempera-

tures; it should not enter into contact with flammable materials under-

neath the vehicle. Failure to comply could result in fire.

Traction control system (TCS)*

The traction control system prevents the driven wheels from

spinning when the vehicle is accelerating

Alternator 

The warning lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on and should turn

This warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator.

out after about 2 seconds.

The warning lamp  lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should go

When the TCS is operating while driving, the warning lamp flashes. If the

out when the engine has started running.

system is deactivated or if there is any fault in the same, the warning lamp will

remain lit.

If the warning lamp  lights up while driving, the alternator is no longer

charging the battery. You should immediately drive to the nearest qualified

It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the TCS oper-

workshop.

ates in conjunction with the ABS. For further information see ⇒ page 181.

You should avoid using electrical equipment that is not absolutely necessary

because this will drain the battery.

Soot accumulation in the diesel engine particulate filter* 

If the indicator flashes the voltage is insufficient for normal vehicle

operation.

If the indicator lights up  you may help the filter clear itself by driving in the

appropriate manner.

To do this, drive about 15 minutes in 4th or 5th gear (automatic gearbox: S

gear range) at a speed of 60 km/h, with the engine running at approximately

2000 rpm. In this way, the pollen build up in the filter is burned. When

cleaning is successful, the indicator turns off.

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Tyre pressure 

Tyre pressure adjustment

Following the modification to tyre pressure or changing one or more wheels,

the button ⇒ fig. 48 must be kept pressed while the ignition is on until an

acoustic signal is heard.

If the wheels are under excessive load (for example, driving with a trailer or

heavy load), the tire pressure must be increased to the recommended value

for a full load (see the sticker on the inside of the fuel flap). If the tyre monitor

system button is pressed the new tyre pressures are confirmed.

The tyre pressure monitor indicator  lights

If the tyre pressure of one wheel is much lower than the value set by the driver

then the indicator lights ⇒

Fig. 48 Central console:

The tyre pressure monitor indicator  flashes

tyre monitor system

If the tyre pressure indicator flashes, this indicates a fault. Go to the nearest

button

specialist workshop.

The tyre monitor¹⁶⁾ compares wheel revolutions and with this information,

the diameter of each wheel using the ESP sensors. If the diameter of a wheel

WARNING

changes, the tyre monitor indicator lights . The wheel diameter changes

• When the tyre pressure indicator lights, reduce speed immediately and

when:

avoid any sudden manoeuvre or braking. Stop when possible, and check

the tyre pressure and status.

• Tyre pressure is insufficient.

• The driver is responsible for correct tyre pressure. For this reason, tyre

• The tyre structure is damaged.

pressure must be regularly checked.

• The vehicle is unbalanced because of a load.

• Under certain circumstances (for example, in a sports situation, in

• The wheels of one axle are under more pressure (for example, driving with

winter conditions or on a dirt track) the tyre monitor indicator may light or

a trailer or on extreme slopes).

function incorrectly.

• The vehicle is fitted with snow chains.

• The emergency wheel is fitted.

Note

• The wheel on one axle is changed.

If the battery is disconnected, the yellow indicator  lights after turning the

ignition on. This should turn off after a brief trip.

¹⁶⁾ Depending on the model version

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Engine management* 

Emission control system* 

This warning lamp monitors the engine management system

This warning lamp monitors the exhaust system.

for petrol engines.

Warning lamp

 flashes:

The warning lamp  (Electronic Power Control) lights up when the ignition

When there is misfiring that can damage the catalytic converter. Reduce

is switched on to show that the lamp is working properly. It should go out

speed and drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop to have the

when the engine has started running.

engine checked.

If a fault develops in the electronic engine management system while you are

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁷⁾: EXHAUST

driving, this warning lamp will light up. Stop the vehicle and seek technical

GAS SEE WORKSHOP.

assistance.

 is lit:

Warning lamp

If a fault has developed during driving which has reduced the quality of the

exhaust gas (e.g. lambda probe fault). Reduce speed and drive carefully to

Glow plug system / Engine fault 

the nearest qualified workshop to have the engine checked.

The following information is displayed on the instrument panel display:

The warning lamp lights up to show that the glow plugs are

EXHAUST GAS SEE WORKSHOP.

preheating. It flashes if there is an engine fault.

Warning lamp  is lit

The warning lamp  lights up while the glow plugs are preheating. When the

Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP)* 

warning lamp goes off, the engine should be started straight away.

This warning lamp monitors the electronic stabilisation

Warning lamp  flashes

programme.

If a fault develops in the engine management system while you are driving,

the glow plug lamp will flash . Take the vehicle to an Authorised Service

This programme includes the ABS, EDL and TCS.

Centre as soon as possible and have the engine checked.

The warning lamp  has the following functions:

• It will light for about 2 seconds when the ignition is switched on while a

test of the function is carried out.

• It flashes when the ESP is activated when driving.

• It will light up continuously if there is a malfunction in the ESP.

¹⁷⁾ Depending on the model version

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• It will light up continuously if the ESP is switched off.

engine is off (for example, for towing). You should take into account that you

will need considerably more power than normal to steer the vehicle if the

• It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the ESP

operates in conjunction with the ABS.

steering assistance is reduced or has failed completely.

For those vehicles fitted with ESP* the function “Recommended steering

If the ESP warning lamp  lights up and stays on after the engine is started,

this may mean that the control system has temporarily switched off the ESP.

manoeuvre” is included. See ⇒ page 183.

In this case the ESP can be reactivated by switching the ignition off and then

on again. If the warning lamp goes out, this means the system is fully

functional.

Brake pad wear indicator* 

As the brake pad wear indicator only monitors the front brake pads, it is advis-

Operating the brake pedal 

able to have the rear brake pads inspected at the same time.

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁸⁾: CHECK

The footbrake must be depressed when this warning lamp lights up. This is

BRAKE PADS.

necessary when the automatic gearbox* selector lever is moved out of the

positions P or N.

WARNING

Have the brake pads inspected immediately by a qualified dealership if the

warning display  lights up.

Power steering system* 

For vehicles with power steering, the level of steering assistance depends on

the vehicle's speed and on the steering angle.

Indicator for open doors or tailgate 

The warning lamp should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is

This indicator lights if one of the doors or the tailgate is open.

switched on. It should go out when the engine has started running.

If the battery is disconnected, the indicator remains lit, even with the engine

The warning light  should go off when all the doors are closed correctly.

running. The warning light only goes off after a distance of approx. 50 m.

The system also works when the ignition is switched off. It should go off

There is a fault in the electromechanical steering system if the lamp does not

about 15 seconds after the vehicle is locked.

go out or lights up whilst the vehicle is in motion. The indicator may appear

in two different colours to indicate faults. If it lights yellow, this indicates a

minor fault. If it lights red, seek workshop assistance immediately, if no

assistance is available stop driving. Stop the vehicle and seek technical

assistance. The power steering does not work if the battery is flat or if the

¹⁸⁾ Depending on the model version

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Electronic immobiliser* “Safe”

This warning lamp flashes if an unauthorised key is used.

Inside the key there is a chip that deactivates the electronic immobiliser auto-

matically when the key is inserted into the ignition. The immobiliser will be

activated again automatically as soon as you pull the key out of the ignition

lock.

The instrument panel displays shows the following message¹⁹⁾: SAFE. The

vehicle cannot be used in this case ⇒ page 164.

The engine can, however, be started if the appropriate coded SEAT genuine

key is used.

Note

The vehicle cannot be operated properly if you do not have a genuine SEAT

key.

¹⁹⁾ Depending on the model version

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Steering wheel controls

• Audio version, to control the available audio functions from the steering

General points

wheel.

• Audio + Telephone version, to control the available audio functions and

The steering wheel includes a multifunction module from where it is possible

the telephone system from the steering wheel.

to control the audio, telephone and radio navigation functions, and the auto-

matic gearbox*, without needing to distract the driver.

Both versions may be used to control the Audio system (Radio, CD Audio, CD

mp3, CD Changer) and the radio / navigation System, in which case they also

There are two versions of the multifunction module:

control the Navigation system.

• Version for automatic gearbox* ⇒ page 172.

Audio system

Steering wheel audio version controls

Fig. 49 Controls on the

Fig. 50 Controls on the

steering wheel

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Steering wheel controls

Short press

Long press

Button

Radio

CD Audio

CD mp3^a)

CDC

Radio

CD Audio

CD mp3^a)

CDC

Volume up

Continue volume up

Volume down

Continue volume down

Station search.

Higher fre-

Following track

Higher fre-

Fast forward

quency.

Station search.

Lower

Previous track

Lower

Rewind

frequency

Cyclic source control

No specified function

FM - AM - CD - CDC - FM...

Silence

Pause

No specified function

Change folder

Change CD

Next preset

No function

No specified function

(forward)

Change folder

Change CD

Previous preset

No function

No specified function

(back)

(Back)

^a) Only for mp3 compatible radio.*

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