Seat Leon (2023 year). Manual in english - page 4

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Activate or deactivate steering wheel
heating

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Switching ACC on or off

/ Speed limiter

/ Travel Assist

Activate ACC / Travel Assist / Speed lim-
iter

Reset programmed speed.

: Increase programmed speed.
: Decrease programmed speed.

Select Travel Assist / ACC.

Open the driver assistants menu in the
instrument cluster.

Modify the programmed ACC distance.

Steering wheel

111

Multifunction steering wheel

Steering wheel position adjustment

Fig. 89

Lever in the lower left side of the

steering column.

Adjust the steering wheel before your trip and
only when the vehicle is stationary.

●

Pull lever

Fig. 89

down, move the steer-

ing wheel to the desired position and lift the
lever back up until it locks.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the steering wheel adjust-
ment function and an incorrect adjustment
of the steering wheel can result in severe or
fatal injury.

●

After adjusting the steering column, push

lever

Fig. 89

firmly upwards so that the

steering wheel does not accidentally change
position while driving.

●

Never adjust the steering wheel while the

vehicle is in motion. If you need to adjust the
steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion,
stop safely and make the proper adjustment.

●

The adjusted steering wheel should be fac-

ing your chest and not your face so as not to
hinder the driver's front airbag protection in
the event of an accident.

●

When driving, always hold the steering

wheel with both hands on the outside of the
ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions
to reduce injuries when the driver's front air-
bag deploys.

●

Never hold the steering wheel at the 12

o'clock position or in any other manner (e.g.
in the centre of the steering wheel). In such
cases, if the driver's airbag deploys, you
may sustain injuries to your arms, hands and
head.

112

Seats and head restraints

Seats and head re-
straints

Front seats

Introduction

WARNING

Always read and observe the informa-
tion and safety advice given in chapter

Correct sitting position of vehi-

page 44,

cle occupants

WARNING

Incorrect seat adjustment may lead to acci-
dents and severe injuries.

●

Only adjust the seats when the vehicle

is stationary, as the seats could move unex-
pectedly while the vehicle is in motion and
you could lose control of the vehicle. Further-
more, an incorrect position is adopted when
adjusting the seat.

●

Adjust the height, position and inclination

of the front seats only when their movement
area is empty.

●

Make sure there are no objects in that area.

●

Make sure that the movement and locking

areas of the seats are clean.

WARNING

Incorrectly using upholstery and seat cov-
ers might cause an accidental activation of
the electrical seat adjustment system and
make it move unexpectedly while driving.
This might cause loss of control of the vehi-
cle and thus accidents or injuries. Moreover,
the electrical components of the front seats
might be damaged.

●

Never attach or place seat upholstery or

covers on the electric controls.

●

Never use upholstery or seat covers that

have not been explicitly authorised for the
seats of the vehicle.

NOTICE

Objects with sharp edges can damage the
seats.

●

Do not rub the seats with sharp objects.

Sharp objects, such as zips and rivets on
clothing or belts, can damage surfaces.
Open Velcro fasteners can also cause dam-
age.

Manual adjustment of the front seats

Fig. 90

Front seats: manual seat adjustment.

Pull the lever to move the seat forwards or
backwards. The seat must engage when
the lever is released!
Move the lever up or down to adjust the
seat height; several times if necessary.
Without placing force on the seat backrest,
turn the wheel to adjust the backrest.
To adjust the lumbar support, move the
lever until the required position is achieved.

Seats and head restraints

113

Rear seats

Valid for vehicles fitted with the Infotainment Connect System.

Electric adjustment of the front seats

Fig. 91

Driver's seat: electric seat adjustment.

Adjust the lumbar support: press the button
according to the desired position.
Seat forwards/backwards: press the button
forwards/backwards.
Seat up/down: Press the rear part of the
button up/down. To adjust the angle of the
seat cushion, press the front of the button
up/down.
Backrest further upright/further reclined:
press the button forwards/backwards.

The position will be saved automatically in the
SEAT Connect Active user when the ignition is
switched off

WARNING

If the electric front seats are used negli-
gently or without paying due attention, it can
cause serious injury.

●

The front seats can also be electrically ad-

justed when the ignition is switched off. Never
leave a child or any other person who may
need help in the vehicle.

●

In the event of an emergency, electrical

adjustment can be stopped by pressing any
control.

NOTICE

To avoid damaging the electrical compo-
nents of the seats, please refrain from kneel-
ing on the seat or applying sharp pressure at
a single point to the seat cushion and back-
rest.

Note

●

It may not be possible to electrically adjust

the seat if the vehicle battery is very low.

●

If the engine is started while the seats are

being electrically adjusted, the adjustment
will stop.

Note

When changing user a warning will be shown
on the infotainment system's screen during
the time that the seat is moving to the saved
position. This movement can be stopped by
pressing the stop button on the screen.

Rear seats

Folding down and raising the rear
seat backrest

Fig. 92

Rear seat: clip to hold the seatbelt in

place.

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Seats and head restraints

Fig. 93

Rear seat: folding down the backrest.

The rear seat backrest is split and each part
be lowered separately to extend the luggage
compartment.

Folding the backrest forwards

●

Place the side seat belts in the trim clip

Fig. 92

●

Fully lower the rear headrests

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●

Press the unlock button

Fig. 93

for-

wards and at the same time fold the backrest
down. The rear seat backrest is not engaged
when the red marking of the button

is visible.

Converting the table to a seat

●

Raise and lock in the back rest. The red mark-

ing on button

should no longer be visible

when the backrest is properly secured.

WARNING

Serious injuries can be caused if the rear
seat backrest is lowered or lifted without due
care and attention.

●

Never lower or lift the rear seat backrest

while driving.

●

Do no trap or damage the seat belt when

raising the rear seat backrest.

●

When lowering or lifting the rear seat back-

rest, keep your hands, fingers, feet and other
body parts out of its path.

●

For the rear seat belts to offer the nec-

essary protection all the parts of the rear
backrest must be properly engaged. This
is particularly important in the case of the
centre rear seat. If someone is seated in a
seat whose backrest is not properly engaged
they will fly forward, along with the backrest,
during an accident or a sudden driving or
braking manoeuvre.

●

A red mark on button

warns that the rear

backrest is not engaged. Always check that
the red marking is not visible when the back-
rest is in the upright position.

●

When the rear seat backrest is lowered or

is not properly engaged nobody else can
travel in the corresponding seats (not even
a child).

NOTICE

Serious damage can be caused to the vehi-
cle and other objects if the rear seat back-
rest is lowered or lifted without due care and
attention.

●

Before lowering the rear seat backrest, al-

ways adjust the front seats so that neither
the head restraints nor the cushions of the
rear backrest can hit them.

Headrest

Introduction

The possibilities for the adjustment and disas-
sembly of the headrests are described below.
Always make sure that the seats are correctly
adjusted

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All seats are equipped with a head restraint.
The central rear headrest is only intended for
the central seat of the rear bench. Therefore,
do not install it on any other seat.

Correct adjustment of head restraint

Adjust the headrest so that its upper edge is
at the same level as the top of your head and
under no circumstances below eye level. Keep
the back of your head always as close to the
head restraint as possible.

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Headrest

Adjusting the head restraint for short people

Lower the head restraint completely, even if
your head is below its upper edge. In the low-
est position, there may be a small distance be-
tween the head restraint and the backrest.

Adjusting the head restraint for tall people

Push the head restraint up as far as it will go.

WARNING

If travelling with the head restraints removed
or improperly adjusted, the risk of severe or
fatal injuries in the event of accidents and
sudden braking or manoeuvres increases.

●

Always travel with the head restraint cor-

rectly installed and adjusted.

●

To decrease the risk of cervical injuries in

the event of an accident, adjust the head
restraint correctly based on your height, al-
ways making sure that its upper edge is at
the same height as the top of the head, but
never below eye level. Keep the back of your
head always as close to the head restraint as
possible and centred.

●

Never adjust the head restraint while the

vehicle is in motion.

●

Under no circumstances should the rear

passengers travel while the head restraints
are in the non-use position.

NOTICE

When assembling and disassembling the
head restraints, do not let them meet the top
lining of the vehicle, the back rest of the front
seat or other parts of the vehicles. If not, this
could damage the vehicle.

Adjusting the headrests

Fig. 94

Front seat: adjusting the head

restraint.

Fig. 95

Rear headrest: adjusting the headrest.

Adjusting the height of the head restraints

●

Grab the sides of the head restraints with

both hands and push upwards to the desired
position. To lower it, repeat the same action,
pressing the button on the side

●

The headrest must lock correctly in one posi-

tion.

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Seats and head restraints

Removing and fitting the headrests

Fig. 96

Front head restraint: removal.

Fig. 97

Rear head restraint: removal.

Removing the front head restraints

●

Lower the head restraint if necessary.

●

To unlock it, look for the rabbet on the bottom

of the backrest and press in the direction of the
arrow

Fig. 96

●

Remove the head restraint in the direction of

the arrow

Fitting the front head restraints

●

Place the head restraint in the correct posi-

tion on the guides of the corresponding back-
rest and insert it.

●

Press the head restraint downwards until the

bars lock.

●

Adjust the head restraint according to the in-

structions on the correct position of the seat.

Removing the rear head restraints

To remove the head restraint, the correspond-
ing backrest must be partially folded forward.

●

Unlock the backrest

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●

Move the head restraint upwards until it ar-

rives to the top.

●

Press button

Fig. 97

, while simultane-

ously pressing on the safety hole

with a flat

screwdriver a maximum of 5 mm wide, and re-
move the headrest.

●

Move the backrest until it engages properly

Folding down and raising the rear seat

backrest

on page 114

Fitting the rear head restraints

To mount the external head restraints, the cor-
responding backrest must be partially folded
forward.

●

Unlock the backrest

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●

Insert the head restraint bars into the guides

until they perceptibly engage. It should not be
possible to remove the head restraint from the
backrest.

●

Move the backrest until it engages properly

Folding down and raising the rear seat

backrest

on page 114

WARNING

Remove the rear headrests only when it is
necessary to fit a child seat. After removing a
child seat, refit the headrest immediately.

Seats and head restraints

117

Seat functions

Seat functions

Memory function

Fig. 98

On the outer side of the driver seat:

memory buttons.

Memory buttons

The memory buttons can be used to save and
turn on settings for the driver seat and the exte-
rior mirrors.
The settings will also be saved in the user of the
online services.

Save the settings of the driver seat and the
exterior mirrors while driving forward

●

Apply the electronic parking brake.

●

Move the gearshift to the neutral position.

●

Switch the ignition on.

●

Adjust the driver seat and the exterior mirrors.

●

Press for longer than 1 second

Fig. 98

●

Press the memory button in which to store the

settings within approx. 10 seconds. A warning
sound will confirm they have been stored.

Storing the passenger rear view mirror set-
tings while driving in reverse

●

Apply the electronic parking brake.

●

Move the gearshift to the neutral position.

●

Switch the ignition on.

●

Press the required memory button.

●

Select reverse gear.

●

Adjust the front passenger exterior mirror so

that you can see, for example, the kerb edge
well.

●

The new position of the mirror will be stored

automatically and allocated to the vehicle key
that was used to unlock the vehicle.

Activating settings

●

With the vehicle stopped and the ignition

switched on, press and hold the correspond-
ing memory button until the saved position is
reached.

●

OR:

With the ignition switched off and the

driver's door open, briefly press the corre-
sponding button.
The front passenger side exterior mirror auto-
matically changes from the position stored for
reversing as soon as the vehicle moves forward

at a speed of at least 15 km/h (10 mph) or when
the gear selection lever is changed to a position
other than

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Initialising the seat position memory

The position memory system must be restar-
ted if, for example, the driver seat has been
changed.
Restarting deletes all memories and assign-
ments for the seat with position memory. The
memory keys can then be programmed again.

●

Open the driver door and do not get into the

vehicle.

●

Operating the seat settings from outside the

vehicle.

●

Tilt the backrest fully forward.

●

Release the control to set the angle and then

press again until an audible warning is heard.

WARNING

Adjust the memory function only when the
vehicle is stationary.

Note

If the driver door is opened approx. 10 mi-
nutes after the vehicle was unlocked or later,
the driver seat and the exterior mirrors do not
move automatically.

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Seats and head restraints

Front centre armrest

Fig. 99

Front centre armrest

raise

the armrest, pull it fully up in the direc-

tion of the arrow

Fig. 99

up or step by step

depending on the desired opening.
To

lower

the armrest, first lift it to its highest

position. Then lower it down.

To move the armrest horizontally, move it for-
ward

Fig. 99

or backward as much as possi-

ble in the direction of the corresponding arrow.

WARNING

The front centre armrest may obstruct the
driver's arm movements, which could cause
an accident and severe injuries.

●

Keep the storage compartments of the

centre armrest closed at all times while the
vehicle is in motion.

●

Never let anyone sit on the centre arm-

rest while the vehicle is in motion, not even
a child. This position is incorrect and may
cause severe injuries.

Unlock the seat backrest with the
cord.

Valid for: Leon Sportstourer

Fig. 100

In the luggage compartment: levers

to unlock the rear backrest.

●

Lower the head restraint properly.

●

Open the rear lid.

●

Pull the remote release lever of the left

Fig. 100

or right

parts of the back-

rest in the direction of the arrow. The released
part of the rear seat backrest is folded auto-
matically down and forwards.

●

If this occurs, close the rear lid.

The rear backrest is not engaged when a red
mark can be seen on the button

Fig. 93

Lights

119

Vehicle lighting

Lights

Vehicle lighting

Control lamps

Lights up yellow

There is a total or partial failure of the
exterior lighting.

Lights up yellow

Rear fog light on.

Lights up green

Left or right turn signal. The control
lamp flashes twice as fast when a

turn signal is faulty.

Hazard warning lights on

page 70

Lights up green

Trailer turn signals

Lights up blue

Main beam on or flasher

activated

page 121

Lights up blue

The Light Assist system is on

page 122

Lighting and visibility buttons

Fig. 101

Instrument panel: light panel.

By pressing the button you can select be-
tween (the corresponding indicator lights up):

Switching on the dipped beam headlights.

Automatic control of dipped beam and

daytime running light.

Switching on the side lights. The auto-
matic headlight control

activates at

over a speed of approx. 10 km/h (6 mph).

Lights off. Automatic headlight control

activates at over a speed of approx.

10 km/h (6 mph) or after travelling 100 m
(0.062 mi).

Additionally, the following light functions can
be activated by pressing on the corresponding
symbol.

When the function is activated, the correspond-
ing symbol lights up. To deactivate it, you will
need to press on the symbol again.

Turning the front fog lights on or off.

Turning the rear fog lights on or off. In ad-
dition, the control lamp on the instrument
cluster lights up .

Switching the windscreen demisting
function on and off

Switching the rear window heating on and
off

The driver is personally responsible for the cor-
rect use and adjustment of the lights in all situa-
tions.

Side lights

When the side light is switched on, the side
lights in both headlights, certain areas of the
rear light clusters, the number plate light and
the button lights on the instrument cluster turn
on. The automatic dipped beam activates as of
a speed of approx. 10 km/h (6 mph).

Automatic headlight control

When the automatic dipped beam is switched
on, the vehicle's lighting and the lighting of the
instruments and controls turn on and off under
the following conditions:

●

The light sensor has detected darkness.

●

The wiper has been on for some time.

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Lights

When the lights are on, the control lamp lights
up in yellow.
The automatic dipped beam is only an auxili-
ary function and cannot always identify all sit-
uations that may arise during driving with suffi-
cient precision.
If the vehicle has the appropriate equipment,
the vehicle settings menu of the infotainment
system can be used to set the moment that
the dipped beam automatically switches on

When the parking light is on

Cornering light function

The

cornering

light function is an additional

function to the dipped beam headlights to im-
prove lighting of the side of the road when tak-
ing a sharp turn at low speed.
When the dipped beam is on, a static cornering
light comes on when driving at speeds below
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or on very tight bends.

●

If the steering wheel is turned or the turn sig-

nal is switched on, the front fog light gradually
turns on. After the turn, the

cornering

light func-

tion is gradually switched off.

●

When engaging reverse gear, both front fog

lights turn on.

Daytime running lights

Daytime running lights can increase the ve-
hicle’s visibility when driving in daylight and
they turn on automatically when the ignition is
switched on (if brightness is detected).

Motorway light

The motorway light is available on vehicles fit-
ted with LED High lights.
The function is connected and disconnected
via the corresponding Infotainment system
menu.

●

Activation:

when going above 110 km/h

(68 mph) for more than 10 seconds, the dipped
beam raises slightly to increase the driver's visi-
bility distance.

●

Deactivation:

when reducing the speed of

the vehicle below 100 km/h (62 mph), the dip-
ped beam immediately returns to its normal po-
sition.

Audible warnings to advise the driver that
the lights have not been switched off

If the ignition is not connected and the driver
door is open, an audible warning signal is heard
in the following cases: this will remind you to
turn the light off.

●

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●

When the lamp or is on.

If the exit lighting is switched on (“Coming
Home” function), when you leave the vehicle
there will be no audio warning to warn you that
the lights are still on.

WARNING

If the road is not well lit and other road users
cannot see the vehicle well enough or at all,
accidents may occur.

●

The automatic dipped beam control (

)

only switches on the dipped beam when
there are no changes in brightness, and not,
for example when it is foggy.

WARNING

The side lights or daytime running lights
are not bright enough to illuminate the road
ahead and to ensure that other road users
are able to see you.

●

Always use your dipped beam head lights if

it is raining or if visibility is poor.

●

Never drive with daytime lights if the road

is not well lit due to weather or lighting con-
ditions.

WARNING

If the headlights are set too high and not
used correctly, there is a risk of dazzling or
distracting other road users. This could result
in a serious accident.

●

Always make sure that the headlights are

correctly adjusted.

Lights

121

Vehicle lighting

Note

●

The legal requirements regarding the use

of vehicle lights in each country must be ob-
served.

●

The dipped beam headlights will only work

with the ignition on. The side lights come on
automatically when the ignition is turned off.

●

The rear fog light can dazzle drivers behind

you. You should use the rear fog light only
when visibility is very poor.

●

When the lights are off or in position

or and the fog lights are switched on, the
dipped beam is also switched on regardless
of the ambient brightness.

Turn signal and main beam lever

Fig. 102

Turn signal and main beam lever.

More the lever to the required position:

Right turn light or right-hand parking light
(ignition switched off).

Left turn light or left-hand parking light (ig-
nition switched off).
Turning on the main beam. The control
lamp lights up on the instrument cluster.
The headlight flasher turns on when the
lever is pulled. The control lamp lights up
on the instrument cluster.

Place the lever in rest position to turn off the
corresponding function.

Convenience turn signals

When the ignition is switched on, move the lever
as far as possible upwards or downwards and
release the lever. The turn signal will flash three
times.
To switch off the convenience turn signal early,
immediately move the lever in the opposite di-
rection until you feel resistance and release it.
The comfort turn signals can be activated and
deactivated in the infotainment system, in the
vehicle settings menu

Parking light

The parking lights will only work with the igni-
tion off. If said light is on, an audible warning will
sound while the driver door is open.

●

Switch the ignition off.

●

Move the turn signal lever up or down.

When the parking light is switched on, the front
side light and the tail light on the corresponding
side of the vehicle turn on.

Parking light on both sides

●

Switch the ignition off.

●

Press the button to select .

●

Lock the vehicle from the outside.

In doing so, only the side lights of both head-
lights light up, and additionally the tail lights will
do so partially.

WARNING

Improper or lack of use of the turn signals,
or forgetting to deactivate them can confuse
other road users. This could result in a seri-
ous accident.

●

Always give warning when you are going to

change lane, overtake or when turning, acti-
vating the turn signal in good time.

●

As soon as you have finished changing

lane, overtaking or turning, switch the turn
signal off.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the headlights may cause
accidents and serious injury, as the main
beam may distract or dazzle other drivers.

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Lights

Note

●

When you turn the ignition off without hav-

ing turned the turn signals off, an acoustic
signal sounds while the driver door is open.
This is intended as a reminder to switch off
the turn signal, unless you wish to leave the
parking light on.

●

If the convenience turn signals are oper-

ating (three flashes) and the other conven-
ience turn signals are switched on, the active
part stops flashing and only flashes once in
the new part selected.

●

The turn signal only works when the igni-

tion is switched on. The hazard warning lights
also work when the ignition is switched off.

●

The main beam headlights can only be

switched on if the dipped beam headlights
are already on.

●

If a trailer turn signal malfunctions, the

control lamp will stop flashing (trailer turn
signals) and the vehicle turn signal will flash
at double speed.

●

In cold or damp weather conditions, the

headlights, tail lights and turn signals may
mist up inside temporarily. This is normal and
in no way effects the useful life of the vehicle
lighting system.

●

The parking light does not activate auto-

matically if the left- or right-hand turn signal
is left on and the ignition is disconnected.

Main beam assist (Light Assist)

The main beam assist automatically prevents
glare from vehicles moving in the opposite di-
rection or ahead in the same direction. In addi-
tion, the main beam assist detects illuminated
areas and disconnects the main beam head-
light when passing, e.g. by populated areas.
Within its limitations, the assist system automat-
ically connects or disconnects the main beam
headlight depending on the environmental and
traffic conditions, as well as the speed

Switching on the main beam assist

●

Switch on the ignition and select mode

on the headlight control

Fig. 101

●

From the base position, press the turn sig-

nal and main beam headlights lever forwards

Fig. 102

When the main beam assist is switched on,
the control lamp on the instrument cluster
screen turns on. When the main beam is on, the
blue main beam control lamp on the instru-
ment cluster switches on.

Switching the main beam assist off

●

Switching off mode

on the headlight

control

Fig. 101

●

EITHER:

if main beam assist is on, pull the turn

signal light and main beam headlights lever
back

Fig. 102

●

OR:

if the main beam assistant is on, but the

main beam

does not

turn on, press the turn

signal and main beam lever forwards to turn
the main beam on manually. Pull the turn signal
and main beam lever back to switch off the
main beam manually, if necessary.

●

OR:

switch off the ignition.

System limitations

In the following cases, the main beam headlight
must be switched off manually because the
main beam assist will not disconnect it on time
or disconnect it at all:

●

On roads with insufficient lighting with very

reflective signs

●

If road users are insufficiently lit up, e.g. pe-

destrians or cyclists.

●

On closed curves, when the traffic in the

opposite direction is partially hidden, on pro-
nounced slopes or inclinations.

●

On roads with traffic in the opposite direction

and with a central reservation barrier where the
driver can see over it e.g. lorry drivers.

●

In the event of fog, snow or heavy rain

●

In the event of dust or sand storms

●

If the windscreen is damaged in the camera's

field of vision.

●

If the camera's field of vision is misted up, dirty

or covered by a sticker, snow or ice.

●

If the camera is damaged or if the power sup-

ply has been cut off.

Lights

123

Vehicle lighting

WARNING

The convenience features of the main beam
assist should not encourage the taking of
risks. The system is not a replacement for
driver concentration.

●

You are always in control of the main beam

and adapting it to the light, visibility and
traffic conditions.

●

It is possible that the main beam headlight

control does not recognise all driving situa-
tions and is limited under certain circumstan-
ces.

●

When the field of vision of the camera is

dirty, covered or damaged, operation of the
main beam control may be affected. This
also applies when changes are made to the
vehicle lighting system, for example, if addi-
tional headlights are installed.

NOTICE

To avoid affecting the operation of the sys-
tem, take the following points into considera-
tion:

●

Clean the field of vision of the camera reg-

ularly and make sure it is free of snow and
ice.

●

Do not cover the field of vision of the cam-

era.

●

Check that the windscreen is not damaged

in the area of the field of vision of the cam-
era.

Note

●

The headlight flasher can be turned on and

off manually at any time with the turn signal
and main beam lever

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●

If there are objects that radiate light in the

camera's area of influence, e.g. a portable
navigation system, this may affect the oper-
ation of the main beam assist system.

“Coming home” and “Leaving home”
function (exterior orientation light-
ing)

The “Coming home” and “Leaving home” func-
tion lights up the vehicle’s immediate surround-
ings when getting into and out of it in the dark.
This light is automatically controlled by a light
sensor.

Turning on the “Coming home” light

●

Unlocks the vehicle (if the automatic dipped

beam function

is switched on and the light

sensor detects darkness).

Turning off the “Coming home” light

●

It turns off automatically once the lights off

delay time has elapsed.

●

: lock the vehicle.

●

: press the light control as many times as

necessary until the instrument cluster displays
the setting .

●

: switch on the ignition.

Turning on the “Leaving home” light

●

Switch the ignition off.

The “Leaving home” light comes on if the auto-
matic headlight control

is switched on and

the light sensor detects darkness.
The lights-off delay countdown starts when the
last door or rear lid of the vehicle is closed.

Turning off the “Leaving home” light

●

It switches off automatically after the set

lights-off delay time has elapsed.

●

EITHER:

it is automatically deactivated if, 30

seconds after the function has been activated,
any vehicle door or the rear lid is still open.

●

: press the light control as many times as

necessary until the instrument cluster displays
the setting .

●

: switch on the ignition.

“Coming home” and “Leaving home” set-
tings

The duration of the lights-off delay can be set
in the vehicle settings menu of the infotainment
system, where the function can also be activa-
ted and deactivated

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Lights

Headlight range control

Dynamic headlight range control (valid for
vehicles fitted with High headlights)

The headlight range is automatically adjusted
according to the vehicle load status when they
are switched on.

Manual headlight range adjustment (valid
for vehicles fitted with ECO Led headlights)

The headlight range control adapts the dipped
headlight beam to the vehicle's loading condi-
tions. This means that the driver has optimum
visibility conditions without dazzling oncoming
vehicles.

The range of the headlights can be adjusted in
the Infotainment System

●

Select

> Vehicle > Lights

to open

the

Headlight range adjustment

menu.

●

Select the appropriate level for the vehicle

loading conditions.

Levels:

–

0 - Front seats occupied and luggage

compartment empty.

–

2 - All seats occupied and luggage com-

partment empty.

–

4 - All seats occupied and luggage com-

partment full.

–

6 - Driver’s seat occupied and luggage

compartment full.

WARNING

If the dynamic headlight range control fails
or does not work properly, the headlights
could dazzle and distract other road users.
This could cause accidents and lead to seri-
ous injuries.

●

Immediately go to a specialist workshop

and have the headlight range control system
checked.

Driving abroad

The light beam of the dipped beam lights is
asymmetric: the side of the road on which you
are driving is lit more intensely.
When a car that is manufactured in a country
that drives on the right travels to a country that
drives on the left (or vice versa), it is normally
necessary to cover part of the headlight bulbs
with stickers or to change the adjustment of the
headlights to avoid dazzling other drivers.
In such cases, the regulations specify certain
light values that must be complied with for des-
ignated points of the light distribution. This is
known as “Tourist light”.
The light distribution of the headlights allows
the specific “tourist light” values to be met
without the need for stickers or changes being
made to the settings.

Note

“Tourist light” is only allowed temporarily. If
you are planning a long stay in a country that
drives on the other side, you should take the
vehicle to an Authorised Technical Service to
change the headlights.

Interior lights

Lighting of the instrument cluster,
displays and controls

The instrument and control lighting brightness
can be set in the vehicle settings menu of the
infotainment system

The set intensity automatically adapts to
changes in ambient brightness in the vehicle.
When the automatic dipped beam light
is turned on, a sensor automatically turns the
dipped beam light on or off, as well as the in-
strument and control lighting, depending on the
ambient brightness.
In some cases, e.g. when driving through a tun-
nel without the automatic dipped beam light

function switched on, the instrument clus-

ter lighting may even switch off. The objective
of this function is to provide the driver with a
visual indication that he or she should activate
the dipped beam. If your vehicle is fitted with
a digital instrument cluster, the message

Turn

on the lights

will be displayed on the in-

strument cluster.

Lights

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Interior lights

Interior and reading lights

Fig. 103

Detail of headliner: front interior

lighting.

Turning the interior lights on or off.

Door contact connection. The interior
lights come on automatically when you
unlock the vehicle, open a door or discon-

nect the ignition. The light goes out a few
seconds after closing all the doors, when
locking the vehicle or connecting the igni-
tion.

Reading light

The reading light is tactile, each lens is turned
on and off individually by pressing in the re-
spective central area. In addition, the intensity
of the light can be adjusted according to the
pressure exerted.
If you want to turn on the two lenses together
you must press the symbol

Fig. 103

Glove compartment and luggage compart-
ment lighting

When opening and closing the glove compart-
ment on the front passenger side and the rear
lid, the respective light will automatically switch
on and off.

Footwell lighting

The lights in the footwell area below the dash
(driver and front passenger sides) will switch
on when the doors are opened and will de-
crease in brightness while driving. This bright-
ness can be adjusted through the infotainment
system menu using the function button

Background lighting

Note

The reading lights go out when the vehicle
is closed and locked or after a few minutes
of turning the ignition off. This prevents the
battery from discharging.

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Lights

Drive profile

Individual

Off

Background lighting

Fig. 104

Schematic diagram: Background lighting.

Background lighting provides lighting in differ-
ent areas of the interior.
There are predefined versions of

Ambient Light

Fig. 104

The intensity of the lighting can be adjusted
using the function button :

Lights up the interior of the

vehicle depending on the selected drive
profile.

To adjust the intensity of the

background lighting in each of the areas as
well as to change the colour in the versions
that have lighting on the front door panel
and the instrument panel line.

Turns off the background lighting.

Additional functions of the background
lighting

●

Door open alert:

Representation on the line

of the respective front door if the vehicle rea-
ches 10 km/h while either of the two front doors
is not closed properly.

●

Rear windows locked alert:

Representation

on the line of the respective front door when
the operation buttons of the rear windows are
pressed, if they have been locked with the
safety button

page 105

and the vehicle

is locked (Auto Lock).

●

Representation of the hazard warning

lights:

Animation on the entire background

lighting line while the hazard warning light func-
tion is active.

The representation of these functions by the
background lighting can be switched on and off
both individually and as a whole in the infotain-
ment system:

> Background lighting

> Settings

Note

In some versions, the colour indicated on the
Infotainment screen may not match the ac-
tual colour of the vehicle's interior lighting.

Visibility

127

Windscreen wiper and rear window wiper systems

Visibility

Windscreen wiper and rear
window wiper systems

Window washer lever

Fig. 105

Operating the windscreen wiper and

rear wiper.

More the lever to the required position:

Windscreen wipers off.

Intermittent wiping of the windscreen

activates the rain sensor. The intermittent
wiping of the windscreen depends on the
speed at which you are driving. The faster
the speed, the more frequent the wiping.

Slow wipe.

Continuous wipe.

Short wipe. Pressing the lever for longer

accelerates the wiping.

Pull the lever to switch on the auto-

matic windscreen washer/wiper. The Cli-
matronic switches on air recirculation for

approx. 30 seconds to prevent the smell of
windscreen washer fluid from entering the
vehicle interior.

Switches on the intermittent rear win-

dow wipe. The wiper operates at intervals
of approx. 6 seconds.

Pressing and holding the lever turns on

the automatic rear window washer/wiper.

A Control for adjusting the duration of

the wiping intervals (vehicles without rain
and light sensors) or the sensitivity of the

rain sensor.

WARNING

If insufficient antifreeze is added to the
washer fluid, it could freeze on the glass and
impair visibility.

●

In cold conditions you should not use the

wash/wipe system unless you have warmed
the windscreen with the heating and venti-
lation system. The windscreen washer fluid
could otherwise freeze on the windscreen
and obscure your view of the road.

WARNING

The use of worn or dirty wiper blades re-
duces visibility and increases the risk of seri-
ous accidents and injuries.

●

Replace the wiper blades whenever they

are in poor condition or worn out and
no longer clean the windows sufficiently

page 314

NOTICE

Before driving off and before switching on the
ignition, check the following aspects of the
wiper blades and the wiper motor to prevent
damage to the glass:

●

The wiper lever is in the neutral position.

●

You have removed or cleared any snow and

ice from the wiper blades and windows.

●

You have carefully removed any wiper

blades that may have frozen from the win-
dow. SEAT recommends a de-icer spray for
this operation.

NOTICE

Do not turn on the wiper until the glass is dry.
Using the wipers while dry can damage the
glass.

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Visibility

Note

●

When the vehicle stops while the wiper is

on, the wiper switches to operating tempora-
rily at the next lower wiping level.

●

If the driver’s or passenger door is opened

when the vehicle is stationary, the wipers re-
turn to the starting position and are switched
off. If the door is closed or the wiper lever is
moved within a few seconds, the wiper turns
on again.

●

In winter, the service position of the wipers

can be useful to make it easier to lift the wip-
ers off the windscreen when the vehicle is
going to be left stationary

page 314

Wiper functions

Automatic rear window wipe

The rear wiper switches on automatically when
the wiper is switched on and reverse gear is en-
gaged. The automatic rear window wiper acti-
vation when engaging reverse gear can be ac-
tivated and deactivated in the infotainment sys-
tem, in the vehicle settings menu

Note

The windscreen will be wiped again approx-
imately 5 seconds after the windscreen
washer has been activated, provided the ve-
hicle is moving (“drip” function). If you acti-
vate the wipers less than 10 seconds after
the “drip” function, a new wash sequence will

begin without performing the last wipe. For
the “drip” function to work again, you have to
turn the ignition off and then on again.

Note

The wiper will try to wipe away any obsta-
cles that are on the windscreen. The wiper
will stop moving if the obstacle is still block-
ing its path. Remove the obstacle and switch
on the wiper again.

Rain and light sensor

Fig. 106

Windscreen wipers lever: adjust the

rain sensor

Fig. 107

Rain sensor sensitive surface

The rain sensor controls the frequency of the
windscreen wiper intervals, depending on the
amount of rain

Push the lever to the desired position

Fig. 106

Rain sensor off.
Rain sensor on; automatic wipe if neces-
sary.
Setting sensitivity level of rain sensor:
– Set control to the right: high sensitivity.
– Set control to the left: low sensitivity.

When the ignition is switched off and then back
on, the rain sensor stays on and starts operat-
ing again when the windscreen wipers are in
position

Fig. 106

and the vehicle is travel-

ling at more than 16 km/h (10 mph).

Visibility

129

Mirrors

Abnormal operation of the rain and light
sensor

The possible causes of anomalies and errone-
ous interpretations

in the sensitive surface area

Fig. 107

of the rain sensor are, among others:

●

Damaged wipers

: a film of water on the

damaged blades may lengthen the activation
time, reduce the washing intervals or result in a
fast and continuous wipe.

●

Insects

: the impact of insects may cause the

wiper to activate.

●

Salt on the road

: in winter, salt spread on

the roads may cause an excessively long wipe
when the windscreen is almost dry.

●

Dirt

: dry dust, wax, coating on glass (Lotus

effect) or traces of detergent (car wash) may
reduce the effectiveness of the rain sensor or
make it react more slowly, later or not at all.
Regularly clean the sensitive surface of the rain
sensor

Fig. 107

(arrow) and check for possi-

ble damage to the wiper blades.

●

Windscreen crack

: the impact of a stone will

trigger a single wipe cycle with the rain sensor
on. Next the rain sensor detects the reduction in
the sensitive surface area and adapts accord-
ingly. The behaviour of the sensor will vary with
the size of the damage caused by the stone.

WARNING

The rain sensor may not detect enough rain
to switch on the wipers.

●

If necessary, switch on the wipers man-

ually when water on the windscreen ob-
structs visibility.

Note

●

To remove wax and coatings, we recom-

mend a window cleaner containing alcohol.

●

Do not put stickers on the windscreen in

front of the rain sensor. This may cause sen-
sor disruption or faults.

Mirrors

General safety instructions

The exterior and interior mirrors allow the driver
to observe vehicles driving behind and adapt
his or her driving behaviour accordingly.
For safe driving, it is important for the driver
to adjust the exterior mirrors and interior mirror
correctly before setting off.
When looking through the exterior mirrors and
the interior mirror, it is not possible to see the
entire area behind and to the sides of the vehi-
cle. These areas outside the field of view are
known as the blind spot. Other road users and
objects may be in the blind spot.

WARNING

Adjusting the exterior mirrors and interior
mirror while driving can distract the driver.
This could cause accidents and lead to seri-
ous injuries

●

Only adjust the exterior mirrors and interior

mirror when the vehicle is stationary.

●

When parking, changing lanes, overtaking

or turning, always keep a close eye on your
surroundings, as other road users or objects
may also be in the blind spot.

●

Always make sure that the mirrors are ad-

justed correctly and that visibility to the rear
is not reduced by ice, snow, fogging or other
objects.

WARNING

A failure to accurately estimate the distance
to vehicles driving behind can lead to serious
accidents and injuries.

●

Curved (convex or aspherical) mirrors in-

crease the field of view and objects in them
appear smaller and further away.

●

Curved mirrors do not allow you to pre-

cisely calculate the distance to vehicles
driving behind, so using them when changing
lanes could cause serious accidents and in-
juries.

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Visibility

●

If possible, use the interior mirror to pre-

cisely calculate the distance to vehicles
driving behind you, or to other objects.

●

Always make sure you have sufficient visi-

bility to the rear.

WARNING

The automatic anti-dazzle mirrors contain an
electrolyte fluid which could leak if the mirror
is broken.

●

If it gets out, the electrolyte fluid can

irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory or-
gans, particularly in the case of people with
asthma or similar diseases. Immediately in-
hale enough fresh air and get out of the vehi-
cle, or open all windows and doors if this is
not possible.

●

If the electrolytic fluid comes into contact

with your eyes or skin, immediately rinse the
affected area with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes and seek medical advice.

●

If the fluid comes into contact with foot-

wear or clothing, rinse immediately with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Clean thoroughly before using the footwear
or clothing in question again.

●

If the electrolytic fluid is swallowed, imme-

diately rinse the mouth with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Do not induce vomit-
ing unless advised by a doctor. Immediately
seek medical attention.

NOTICE

Electrolyte fluid may leak if the automatic
anti-dazzle mirror is broken. This liquid at-
tacks plastic surfaces. Therefore, it should
be cleaned as fast as possible with a damp
sponge or similar.

Interior mirror

Fig. 108

Manual anti-dazzle function for rear

vision mirror

Manual anti-dazzle function for interior rear
vision mirror

●

To darken the rear view mirror, press the mir-

ror button updates

Fig. 108

(arrow).

●

To return to the basic position, press the back

of the button.

Rear view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle
function

When the ignition is switched on, the sensors in
the mirror measure the light falling on it from
behind and in front.
The interior mirror automatically darkens based
on the measured values.
If the light falling onto the sensors is blocked or
interrupted, e.g. by a sunshade blind or hanging
objects, the automatic anti-dazzle interior mir-
ror does not work or does not work properly.
Similarly, the use of portable navigation devi-
ces attached to the windscreen or close to the
automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror can affect
the operation of the sensors

The automatic anti-dazzle function is deactiva-
ted in certain situations, e.g. when reverse gear
is engaged.

WARNING

Light from screens of portable navigation
devices can cause malfunctions of the au-
tomatic anti-dazzle interior mirror and may
cause serious accidents and injuries.

●

Abnormal operation of the automatic anti-

dazzle function may result in it being impos-
sible to use the interior mirror to precisely
calculate the distance to vehicles driving be-
hind, or to other objects.

Visibility

131

Mirrors

Regulation in right-hand drive vehicles is symmetrical

Adjusting the exterior mirrors

Fig. 109

Detail of the driver door: control for

the exterior mirror.

Turn the control to the corresponding position.

Moving the control to the desired position
adjusts the mirrors on the driver's side ( ,
left) and on the passenger's side ( , right)

in the desired direction.

Depending on the equipment fitted on
the vehicle, the mirrors may be heated ac-
cording to the outside temperature.

Folding the mirrors

The exterior mirror cannot be adjusted and
all functions are deactivated.

Activating exterior mirror functions

The following exterior mirror functions can
be activated and deactivated in the vehi-
cle settings menu of the infotainment system

Synchronized regulation of the exterior mir-
rors

The synchronised mirror setting simultaneously
adjusts the right hand exterior mirror when the
left mirror is adjusted

●

Turn the control to position

●

Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror. The right

exterior mirror will be adjusted at the same time
(synchronised).

●

If necessary, correct the setting of the right

hand mirror: turn the control to position

Fold the rearview mirrors when locking the
vehicle

When the vehicle is locked or unlocked from
the outside, the exterior mirrors can be folded in
or out automatically, depending on the equip-
ment. For this purpose, the rotary control has to
be in position , , , or .
If the rotary control of the electric exterior mir-
rors is in the folded position, the exterior mirrors
remain folded.

Memory function

The memory buttons

page 117

can be used

to save and turn on settings for the exterior mir-
rors.
The settings will also be saved in the user of the
online services.

Saving the passenger rear view mirror set-
tings for reversing

●

Switch the ignition on.

●

In the infotainment system, select

> Ve-

hicle > Exterior > Mirrors

●

Select the R

position on the control.

●

Select reverse gear.

●

Adjust the front passenger exterior mirror so

that you can see, for example, the kerb area
well.

●

Release the reverse gear.

●

The adjusted position for the rear view mirror

is stored.

Activating the passenger side exterior mirror
settings for reversing

●

Turn the exterior mirror control knob to posi-

tion

●

Engage reverse gear with the ignition

switched on. The right-hand exterior rear-view
mirror will move to the saved position.

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Visibility

The passenger side exterior mirror leaves the
saved reversing position when the vehicle is
travelling faster than approx. 15 km/h (9 mph),
or if the control is turned from position to an-
other position.

WARNING

Fold and unfold the exterior mirror, taking
care to avoid injuries.

●

Only fold or unfold the exterior mirror

when there is no-one in the way of the mirror.

●

When moving the mirror, take care not to

trap fingers between the mirror and the mir-
ror bracket.

NOTICE

●

Before washing the vehicle in an automatic

car wash, please make sure to fold the ex-
terior mirrors in to prevent them from being
damaged.

●

The electrically folding exterior mirrors

must only be operated electrically, not by
hand, and this could damage their electric
drive.

For the sake of the environment

Do not leave the exterior mirror heating on
for longer than necessary. Otherwise it cau-
ses unnecessary energy consumption.

Note

If the electrical adjustment should fail to op-
erate, both of the mirrors can be adjusted
by hand by lightly pressing the edge of the
mirror glass.

Sun protection

Sun blind

Fig. 110

Sun visor

Options for adjusting driver and front pas-
senger sun visors

●

Lower the sun visor towards the windscreen.

●

The sun visor can be pulled out of its mount-

ing and turned towards the door

Fig. 110

●

Swing the sun visor towards the door, longitu-

dinally backwards.

There is a vanity mirror on the sun visor, with
a cover. When the cover is opened

a light

comes on.
The lamp goes out when the vanity mirror cover
is closed or the sun visor is pushed back up.

WARNING

Folded sun blinds can reduce visibility.

●

Always store sun blinds and visors in their

housing when not in use.

Note

The light above the sun visor automatically
switches off after a few minutes in certain
conditions. This prevents the battery from
discharging.

Air conditioning

133

Heating, ventilation and cooling

Valid for hybrid vehicles.

Air conditioning

Heating, ventilation and
cooling

Introduction

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the air
conditioning systems can be:

●

Climatronic of 1 zone

: heats, ventilates,

cools and dehumidifies the passenger com-
partment considering it as a single air condi-
tioning area.

●

The 3 zone climatronic

: heats, ventilates,

cools and dehumidifies the passenger com-
partment considering it as 3 independent air
conditioning areas (driver, front passenger and
rear seats).

There are several ways to switch on the air con-
ditioning:

●

Press in the air conditioning menu

●

OR:

Press in the air conditioning menu

or on the light control

page 119

●

OR:

Change the desired temperature.

●

OR:

Press

Some functions and menu tabs depend on the
equipment.

Economic use of the air conditioning

Extra fuel (combustion engines) or electricity
(hybrid in electric mode) may be consumed by
the compressor while the air conditioning is on.
The air conditioning operates most effectively
with the windows and the sunroof closed. How-
ever, if the passenger compartment has heated
up after standing in the sun for some time, the
air inside can be cooled more quickly by briefly
opening the windows and the sunroof.

Operating the air conditioning with voice
commands

Depending on the equipment, some of the
air conditioning functions can be operated by
voice control

page 258

Passenger recognition function

The front and rear zone passenger recognition
function turns down the air conditioning in these
areas if no occupation is detected in them, with
the aim of reducing the vehicle’s energy con-
sumption.
When the ignition is switched on, the vehicle
recognises whether a person is sitting in one of
its seats.

The turning down of the air conditioning is indi-
cated as follows:

●

Front passenger area

: on the front passenger

temperature setting, which will display

ECO

in-

stead of the selected temperature.

●

Rear area:

On the rear temperature setting,

where ECO will be displayed instead of the se-
lected temperature. This turning down of the
air conditioning will also be displayed on the
control located in the rear area.

Air conditioning percentage reached func-
tion

Shows how long it will take to reach the set
comfort temperature as a percentage.
Once reached, 100% will be displayed on the
screen. There is one indicator for the driver's
area and another for the passenger area.

Dust and pollen filter

The dust and pollen filter with its activated
charcoal cartridge serves as a barrier against
impurities in the air taken into the vehicle inte-
rior.
The dust and pollen filter must be changed reg-
ularly so that air conditioner performance is not
adversely affected.

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Air conditioning

If the filter loses efficiency prematurely due to
use in areas with very high levels of air pollu-
tion, the filter must be changed more frequently
than stated in the Service Schedule.

Air vents

To ensure proper heating, cooling and ventila-
tion in the vehicle interior, the air vents must
remain open.
There are other additional, non-adjustable air
vents in the instrument panel, in the footwells
and in the rear area of the passenger compart-
ment.

WARNING

Reduced visibility through the windows in-
creases the risk of serious accidents.

●

Always ensure that all windows are free of

ice and snow, and that they are not fogged,
so as to maintain good visibility of everything
outside.

●

Only drive when you have good visibility.

●

Always ensure that you use the air condi-

tioner and heated rear window to maintain
good visibility.

●

Never leave the air recirculation on for a

long period of time. If the cooling system
is switched off and air recirculation mode
switched on, the windows can mist over very
quickly, considerably limiting visibility.

●

Switch air recirculation mode off when it is

not required.

NOTICE

Food, medicines and other objects sensitive
to heat or cold may be damaged or made
unsuitable for use by the air coming from the
vents.

●

Never place food, medicines or other tem-

perature-sensitive objects close to the air
vents.

Note

●

When the cooling system is turned off, air

coming from the outside will not be dried. To
prevent fogging of the windows, SEAT recom-
mends leaving the cooling system turned on.
To do this, press the function button

. The

icon should light up.

●

The maximum heat output required to de-

frost windows as quickly as possible is only
available when the engine has reached its
normal running temperature.

●

Keep the air intake slots in front of the

windscreen free of snow, ice and leaves to
ensure heating and cooling are not impaired,
and to prevent the windows from misting
over.

●

The air from the vents flows through the ve-

hicle interior and is extracted by slots in the
luggage compartment designed for this pur-
pose. Therefore, you should avoid obstruct-
ing these slots with any kind of object.

●

It is advisable to turn on the air condition-

ing at least once a month, to lubricate the
system gaskets and prevent leaks. If a de-
crease in the cooling capacity is detected,
a Technical Service should be consulted to
check the system.

●

When the engine is under extreme strain,

switch off the compressor for a moment.

Air conditioning

135

Heating, ventilation and cooling

Temperature

Climatronic control

Fig. 111

Schematic representation: air-

conditioning functions.

Climabar

Fixed bar at the top of the Infotainment System
screen

(even if it is off) where

the following Air Conditioning functions are lo-
cated:

By pressing it, you can access the Air

conditioning menu

Access the seat heating submenu

page 138

Sliding your finger from left to

right or vice versa over the numbers
sets the desired temperature on the corre-
sponding side. Press on the same numbers
to access the temperature adjustment sub-
menu.

OR:

use the touch zones

and

(blue /

red) to adjust the temperature of the Air
Conditioning

Switching air recirculation on and off

page 137

Temperature setting submenu

Press to set the desired temperature on

the driver or front passenger side. You can
also slide your finger over the bar to make
the adjustment.

Only for versions with 3-zone Climatronic.

Synchronizes the temperature on the driv-
er's side with the other zones.

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Air conditioning

Vents

Air Conditioning Menu

Fig. 112

Schematic diagram: Air conditioning

menu.

Within the Air Conditioning menu, the following
submenus are found depending on the equip-
ment:

Front Submenu

Submenu for the air conditioning in the front of
the passenger compartment where the follow-
ing functions are found:

Switching the Climatronic off/on

Fig. 112

Press the arrows displayed on the air

vents to select the distribution of air to-
wards one or more of the following zones:
feet, upper body or windscreen. The colour
represented by the arrows does not indi-

cate the outlet temperature of the air, but
the requested temperature depending on
the surrounding conditions.
In the 1-zone Climatronic versions, it is se-
lected by pressing on the desired distribu-
tion icon.

Manual adjustment of fan speed by
pressing or .
Manual steering wheel heating setting
with three heating levels. Press the func-
tion button repeatedly to achieve the

desired level. To disconnect it, press several
times until no LED is on

page 140

The defrost/demist function of the Cli-
matronic removes ice and condensation
from the windscreen. The air is dehumidi-

fied and the fan is set high.

When this function is switched on, the rear
air conditioning remains switched off.

Switches the heated window on or off
when the engine is running. It switches off
automatically after a maximum of 10 mi-

nutes. It should be switched off as soon as
the glass is demisted. By saving electrical
power you can also save fuel.
To avoid possible damage to the battery,
an automatic temporary disconnection of
this function is possible, coming back on
when normal operating conditions are re-
established.

Switching the cooling and demisting
system on/off.

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Heating, ventilation and cooling

In this mode, the system automatically
regulates the interior temperature, fan
speed and air distribution for optimal

thermal comfort. The

mode will deac-

tivate as soon as manual changes are
made to the fan speed, air distribution,
windscreen demisting or air recirculation.
Fan speed in

mode can be set in the

Climaprofile

(low, medium or high)

by suc-

cessively pressing the function button

Climaprofile adjustment is also possible in
the Settings submenu.

Rear Submenu

Submenu for the air conditioning in the rear of
the passenger compartment where the follow-
ing functions are found:

Connect/disconnect the Climatronic A.

With the icon lit up, it is not possible to ad-
just the temperature from the rear area.

Press to adjust the rear zone temperature.

iClimate submenu

Only for versions with 3-zone Climatronic.

Submenu where different smart and/or auto-
matic functionalities are located, depending on
the version.

Warm hands: automatically adjusts for a
certain time the air conditioning to heat
the steering wheel area.

Cool feet: automatically adjusts for a
certain time the air conditioning to cool
the footwell area.
Defog the windows: automatically ad-
justs for a certain time the air conditioning
to defog the windscreen.
Warm feet: automatically adjusts for a
certain time the air conditioning to heat
the footwell area.
Fresh Air: automatically adjusts for a cer-
tain time the air conditioning to ventilate
the passenger compartment.

Fast cooling: automatically adjusts the air
conditioning to ventilate the vehicle inte-
rior for a certain amount of time.

AirCare Climate submenu

Only for versions with 3-zone Climatronic.

The air conditioning system contains a filter
that can reduce allergen contaminants.
When the Air Care function is activated, the
recirculation mode is on and the air is regula-
ted automatically and continuously, as long as
there is no detection of fogging hazard.

●

Press to switch the AirCare function on/off.

●

Press to access information about the Air-

Care system function.

Settings submenu

Submenu where the following settings are loca-
ted:

●

Automatic recirculation: to switch automatic

air recirculation on and off

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●

Climaprofile: To adjust the fan speed (

low,

medium or high

) during operation in

mode.

●

Smart heated seat: Pressing turns the

smart heated seats function on/off for the
driver and front passenger

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Rear controls

Fig. 113

In the centre console, rear section:

controls for the rear seats.

Temperature selection

●

Press buttons

and

Fig. 113

to adjust

the temperature of the rear zone.

Air recirculation

Air recirculation mode prevents the ambient air
from entering the interior.

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Air conditioning

When the outside temperature is very high,
selecting manual air recirculation mode for a
short period refreshes the vehicle interior more
quickly.
For safety reasons, air recirculation is discon-
nected when is pressed or when a sensor
detects that the vehicle's windows may mist up.

Switching the manual air recirculation mode
on and off

●

Press the button to switch manual air recir-

culation on or off.

Climatronic automatic air recirculation
mode

Only for versions with 3-zone Climatronic.

With the automatic air recirculation mode ac-
tivated, the entry of fresh air into the cabin in-
terior is enabled. If the system detects a high
concentration of hazardous substances in the
ambient air, air recirculation mode is switched
on automatically. When the level of impurities
drops to within a normal range, recirculation
mode is switched off.
The system is unable to detect unpleasant
smells.

●

Automatic air recirculation is activated and

deactivated in the air conditioning settings
menu. An

will be displayed next to the Clima-

bar’s recirculation icon , indicating that the
function is active

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WARNING

Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and
reduce driver concentration possibly result-
ing in a serious accident.

●

Never leave the fresh air fan turned off or

use the air recirculation for long periods of
time; the air in the vehicle interior will not be
refreshed.

NOTICE

In vehicles with an air conditioner, do not
smoke when air recirculation is switched on.
The smoke may be deposited on the cool-
ing evaporator and on the active combina-
tion filter and cause permanent unpleasant
odours.

Note

When the outside temperature is very high,
briefly switching on the air recirculation
mode helps to cool the vehicle interior more
quickly.

Seat heating

The front seats have three levels of electric
heating.

Control seat heating

Press the

icon on the Climabar

to open the seat heating menu.

●

Press the left or right seat icon to connect the

seat heating to maximum power.

●

Press the left or right seat icon repeatedly

until the desired level is adjusted.

●

To switch off seat heating, press the corre-

sponding seat icon several times until no LED is
on.

●

You can also adjust the seat heating level

by using

two

fingers to press the sensor field

(left or right seat).

If the ignition is switched on again in approx.
the next 10 minutes, the driver seat heating is
automatically turned on to the level set the last
time.

Smart heated seat

This is an smart function that automatically ac-
tivates and regulates the driver and front pas-
senger seat heating for greater comfort.
The seat heating for the driver's seat and front
passenger seat can be adjusted separately to
achieve fully personalised comfort.
To access the smart heated seats function, the
SEAT CONNECT personalisation service must
first be activated

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●

To switch the function on/off, go to the sub-

Settings > Use of the driver/front pas-

senger smart heated seats.

The smart heated seats function requires a
period for learning usage habits. Information
about the start of the learning process is shown
in the seat heating submenu on the Infotain-

Air conditioning

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Heating, ventilation and cooling

Only valid for hybrid vehicles (extended stationary air conditioning).

ment display. During this process, the status

LEARNING

will be displayed, and its evolution

will also be shown by a progress bar.
Seat heating level 3 (maximum) needs to be
used to ensure that habits are learned cor-
rectly.
During the learning period, it is advisable to
use the seat heater at different outside temper-
atures to achieve optimum performance of the
smart heated seats.
Seat heater usage learning will not occur if the
seat heater is used straight after seat heating
during stationary air conditioning

Once the learning period is over, the heated
seats are turned on and their temperature level
adjusted automatically. The status

AUTO

is dis-

played in the seat heating submenu.
To optimise the temperature provided by the
system during automatic adjustment (

AUTO

manually set the three seat heating levels to
optimise the function. The optimisation process
will be displayed in the seats submenu of the
infotainment display (

Optimizing

To reset the process and start the learning
period, go to the submenu

Settings > Reset

driver / front passenger profile

Cases in which the heat seating should not
be switched on

Do not switch the seat heating on if any of the
following conditions are met:

●

The seat is occupied by a person with limited

perception of pain or temperature.

●

The seat is not occupied.

●

The seat has a cover.

●

A child seat has been installed on the seat.

●

The seat cushion is wet or damp.

●

The outdoor or indoor temperature is greater

than +25°C (77°F).

WARNING

People who cannot perceive pain or temper-
ature because of medications, paralysis or
chronic diseases (e.g. diabetes) or have a
limited perception of these, may suffer burns
to the back, buttocks or legs when using seat
heating.

●

People with limited pain and temperature

thresholds must never use seat heating.

●

If an abnormality in the device's tempera-

ture control is detected, have it checked by a
specialist workshop.

WARNING

If the fabric of the cushion is wet, this can
adversely affect the operation of the seat
heating, increasing the risk of burns.

●

Make sure the seat cushion is dry prior to

using the seat heater.

●

Do not sit on the seat with clothing that is

wet or damp.

●

Do not leave clothing that is wet or damp

on the seat.

●

Do not spill liquids on the seat.

NOTICE

●

To avoid damaging the heating elements of

the seat heaters, please do not kneel on the
seat or apply sharp pressure to a single point
on the seat cushion or backrest.

●

Liquids, sharps objects and insulating ma-

terials (e.g. covers or child seats) can dam-
age the seat heating.

●

In the event of smells, switch off the seat

heating immediately and have it inspected
by a specialised workshop.

●

If the original seat upholstery is replaced

by another material, the seat heating may
overheat or its operation may be limited.

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Air conditioning

For the sake of the environment

The seat heating should remain on only when
needed. Otherwise, it is unnecessary energy
consumption.

Note

Please note the following for the smart
heated seats feature:

●

The system may reset the learning process

if it has not been satisfactory.

●

Separate driver’s seat learning will be re-

quired for each registered user.

●

The passenger seat learns regardless of

the active registered user.

●

In hybrid vehicles the use of the stationary

air conditioning function with electricity con-
sumers

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may affect the learning

time of the function.

Steering wheel heating

The selected steering wheel heating level will
be displayed on the instrument cluster display
and in the air conditioning menu.

Adjust the steering wheel heating by press-
ing on the multifunction steering wheel

●

Short press (less than 1 second):

The heating is switched on at its maximum level.
Press the steering wheel button repeatedly to
set the desired level. To switch off steering

wheel heating, press the steering wheel button
repeatedly until the heated steering wheel
icon is displayed on the instrument cluster.

●

Long press (more than 1 second):

The heating is switched off directly from the
current operating level. Another long press on
the button switches on the heating directly at
the last level saved before switching off.

Adjusting the steering wheel heating via the
infotainment system

●

In the air conditioning menu, press the steer-

ing wheel heating function button . The heat-
ing is switched on at its maximum level.

●

Press the function button repeatedly to set

the desired level.

●

To switch off steering wheel heating, press the

function button several times until no LED is on.

Automatic disconnection

The steering wheel heating will be switched off
automatically when any of the following condi-
tions are met:

●

Electrical energy consumption is too high.

●

The steering wheel heating system is faulty.

●

If the ignition is switched off.

Parking ventilation

With the parking ventilation function, the pas-
senger compartment can be ventilated.

The power required for parking ventilation will
be provided by the vehicle's 12V battery.
The ventilation function is controlled through
the SEAT CONNECT mobile App or the MySEAT
website.

Connecting parking ventilation

The function will be switched on as follows:

●

The parking ventilation function can be

switched on immediately using the immediate
on/off button.

●

By programming a departure time.

In the event of low level charge of the 12V bat-
tery, the parking ventilation will not turn on.

Disconnecting parking ventilation

The parking ventilation will turn off in the follow-
ing situations:

●

When the operating time selected by the

user for the immediate on/off mode has
elapsed.

●

The parking ventilation function will be turned

on through the immediate power button on that
App.

●

When the scheduled departure time has been

reached.
The maximum operating period of the parking
ventilation is 60 min.