2020-2024 Cupra Formentor SUV Operation User Manual
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Operation for Your Cupra Formentor SUV First Generation (2020-2024)

Controls and displays  
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
70  
Note  
Operation  
8
9
Infotainment system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162  
Glove compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143  
Some of the equipment listed in this sec-  
tion is only fitted on certain models or are  
optional extras.  
Controls and displays  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Front passenger airbag switch . . . . .  
26  
27  
The arrangement of controls on right-  
hand drive models may be slightly different  
Interior view  
Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120  
USB type-C ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206  
Connectivity Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204  
Depending on the equipment:  
from the layout shown in page 62 . How-  
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ever, the symbols used to identify the con-  
trols are the same.  
Overview  
1
Door handle  
2
Air vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152  
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217  
DSG automatic transmission . . . . . 218  
3
Control lever for:  
Turn signals and main beam  
headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
Central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
97  
Electronic parking brake switch . . . . 266  
Auto Hold switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268  
Starter button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207  
4
Switches for:  
Driver assistance systems . . . . . . . .  
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
81  
80  
Adjustable steering column. . . . . . . .  
Fuse box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
15  
Controls for radio, telephone,  
navigation and voice control sys-  
tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
58  
Bonnet lock release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324  
91  
26  
Control for lighting and demisting  
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114  
5
Steering wheel with horn and  
Driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
24  
25  
Button to open rear lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107  
Paddle levers for tiptronic gear-  
shift (automatic gearbox) . . . . . . . . 220  
Control for the electric adjustment  
of the exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126  
6
7
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Control lever for:  
64  
26  
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110  
Windscreen wipers and wash-  
er . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123  
Wipe and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . 123  
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Operation  
Instruments and warn-  
ing/control lamps  
Instrument panel  
Introduction  
After switching the engine on with a 12-volt  
battery that is heavily discharged or newly  
changed some system settings (such as the  
time, the date, the personalised comfort set-  
tings and the programming) might be altered  
or deleted. Check and correct these settings  
once the battery is sufficiently charged.  
WARNING  
Any distraction may lead to an accident,  
with the risk of injury.  
Do not operate the instrument panel  
controls when driving.  
To reduce the risk of accident and injury,  
only make adjustments to the instructions  
on the screen of the instrument panel and  
to the instructions on the screen of the In-  
fotainment system when the vehicle is sta-  
tionary.  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Digital instrument panel (Digital Cockpit)  
Fig. 51 Digital Cockpit on the instrument pan-  
el (classic view).  
Details of the instruments:  
screen. It has a 5 views accessible using the  
button  of the multifunction steering  
wheel. By selecting different information  
profiles, indications other than the classic  
circular instruments can be displayed, such  
as navigation data, multimedia information  
or travel data.  
CUPRA  
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Control and warning lamps page 82  
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Revolution counter. Revolutions per mi-  
All views will display information on the  
screen about audio, phone, travel data, vehi-  
cle status, navigation1) and driving aids1)  
2
nute the engine is running page 76 .  
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Gear engaged or selector lever posi-  
.
3
Information profiles  
tion  
The / buttons on the multifunction  
steering wheel can be used to browse  
through the different Digital Cockpit infor-  
mation.  
4
5
6
7
Screen display page 67  
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Speedometer  
The 6 views are:  
Classic  
Digital speed display  
Dynamic  
Information Profile page 65 .  
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Assistance systems  
Navigation  
Night  
Information on the vehicle status, travel data  
and assistants will be displayed on the left  
side.  
The Digital Cockpit is a digital instrument  
panel with a high-resolution TFT colour  
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1)  
Depending on the version.  
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Operation  
On the right side information will be dis-  
played on: audio, telephone, compass, navi-  
gation manoeuvres and the G-force meter.  
Classic View  
Information that may be displayed in the  
central area of the Digital Cockpit rev  
counter  
The revolutions per minute and speedome-  
ter needles appear in full length by a long  
press on the button  on the multifunction  
steering wheel, regardless of the menu dis-  
Consumption and average consumption.  
Depending on the view in the central area of  
the Digital Cockpit information about the  
following will be displayed:  
By pressing the arrow on the left of the mul-  
tifunction steering wheel, you can switch be-  
tween the different memories of the travel  
data.  
played in the central area Fig. 51 .  
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With another long press on the button ,  
the display will returns to the previous view.  
Classic View and Dynamic View: Initial da-  
ta, date, distance travelled and autonomy.  
Turning the right thumbwheel on the multi-  
function steering wheel: navigation map,  
road signs, driving data (clicking on   
Autonomy (fuel tank level).  
Or looking in the instrument panel menu for  
the Close option using the right hand  
thumbwheel on the multifunction steering  
wheel, and then press .  
Lubricating oil and coolant temperature  
Average speed. By pressing the arrow on  
switches between the different memories).  
the left of the multifunction steering wheel,  
you can switch between the different memo-  
ries of the travel data.  
Assists View: This is accessed by pressing  
Information that may be displayed in the  
central area of the Digital Cockpit speed-  
ometer  
the button or the button  on the multi-  
function steering wheel. Turning the right  
thumbwheel on the multifunction steering  
wheel displays the list of assistants. Press   
to turn the desired assistant on/off.  
Other travel data: km travelled and driving  
time. By pressing the arrow on the left of the  
multifunction steering wheel, you can switch  
between the different memories of the travel  
data.  
Audio  
Telephone  
Navigation View: By pressing the button   
Compass  
on the multifunction steering wheel and  
then turning the thumbwheel you can view  
the map in a larger or smaller view. If you  
pressed the button  again, the map returns  
to automatic scale.  
Assist systems.  
Navigation indications (the most recent  
Engine power and torque.  
>  (close classic view).  
destinations are displayed by pressing the ar-  
row on the right of the multifunction steering  
wheel)  
CUPRA view  
G-force meter.  
Night View: The speed is displayed in digital  
format.  
Turning the right hand thumbwheel on the  
multi-function steering wheel scrolls through  
the following information displayed in the  
middle of the rev counter:  
>  (close classic view).  
CUPRA view: The revolutions tube is dis-  
played in the centre.  
Speed and gears.  
Lap timer.  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
The following information is displayed out-  
side the rev counter circle:  
Right-hand area: G-force meter.  
Left-hand area: engine power and torque.  
Digital instrument panel (Digital Cockpit)  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles  
Fig. 52 Digital Cockpit on the instrument pan-  
el (classic view).  
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Details of the instruments Fig. 52 :  
Information Profile page 65 .  
Warning and information messages  
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Control and warning lamps page 82  
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Odometer  
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2
Rev counter and Powermeter. Revolu-  
Time page 76  
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Status display  
tions per minute the engine is running  
Indications of the radio and navigation sys-  
page 77.  
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Gear engaged or selector lever posi-  
tem  
Possible indications on the instrument  
panel display  
3
Indications of the phone  
Outside temperature  
tion  
Different pieces of information can be dis-  
played on the screen of the instrument pan-  
el, depending on the features of the vehicle.  
4
5
6
Screen display page 67  
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Speedometer  
Indications of the compass  
Selector lever positions  
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Digital speed display  
Doors, bonnet and rear lid open  
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Operation  
Gear recommendation (Triptonic mode)  
page 224  
vary according to the type of instrument  
panel fitted.  
Gear-change recommendation  
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While driving, the instrument panel of cer-  
tain vehicles may indicate a gear recommen-  
Combined range (hybrid vehicles)  
page 68  
Selector control positions (DSG® dual  
clutch gearbox)  
dation for saving fuel page 224 .  
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Display of travel data (multifunction dis-  
The current position of the selector control  
is shown on the side of the control and on  
the instrument cluster display. When the  
control is in the D/S position or in the Tip-  
tronic position, in some cases, the gear en-  
gaged in each case is shown on the instru-  
ment cluster display .  
Odometer  
play) and menus for different settings  
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page 69  
The odometer registers the total distance  
travelled by the car.  
Service interval display page 79  
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Speed warning page 70  
The partial odometer (trip) shows the dis-  
tance travelled since the last time it was reset  
to zero.  
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Speed warning for winter tyres  
Start-Stop system status display  
To reset the trip odometer (trip ) to 0:  
page 214  
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Outside temperature indicator  
Signs detected by the road signs detection  
system and warning that the maximum per-  
mitted speed has been exceeded  
When in Travel data select trip.  
If the outside temperature is lower than ap-  
proximately +4 °C (+39 °F), the “ice crystal  
symbol” on the outside temperature dis-  
play also lights up. This symbol remains lit  
until the outside temperature exceeds +6 °C  
Press and hold the  button of the multi-  
function steering wheel for approximately 2  
seconds.  
page 73  
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Indication of active cylinder management  
status (ACT®) page 230  
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Combined operating range display  
brid vehicles)  
(hy-  
(+43 °F)  
.
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Low consumption driving   
When the vehicle is stationary, when the  
auxiliary heater is switched on or when driv-  
ing at very low speeds, the outside tempera-  
ture indicated may be higher than the actual  
temperature due to the heat produced by  
the engine.  
Identifying letters on engine (LDM)  
The value shown is calculated and updated  
according to the driving style. Therefore, the  
range can vary even when the fuel tank is full  
and the high-voltage battery is fully charged.  
Driver assistance system display  
page 232  
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Copyright  
Range can be increased by reducing or  
switching off comfort consumers, e.g. air  
conditioning or seat heating.  
Doors, bonnet and rear lid open  
The margin of measurement ranges from  
-45 °C (-49 °F) to +76 °C (+169 °F).  
When the vehicle is unlocked and while driv-  
ing, the instrument panel display shows if any  
of the doors, the bonnet or rear lid are  
opened and, in some cases, it is also indica-  
ted by an audible warning. The display may  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Speed warning for winter tyres  
Instrument panel menus  
At outside temperatures above +4 °C  
(+39 °F), there may be ice even when the  
“ice crystal symbol” is not on.  
If the maximum set speed is exceeded, this is  
displayed on the instrument cluster display  
The number of menus and information items  
available will depend on the vehicle’s elec-  
tronics and features.  
page 69.  
The outside temperature sensor takes a  
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guideline measurement.  
The speed warning can be set in the infotain-  
ment system using the function button >  
Some menu options can only be read when  
the vehicle is stationary.  
Note  
Vehicle > Exterior > Tyres page 89 .  
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Driving data page 70  
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Assist systems.  
There are different instrument panels  
Low consumption driving   
and therefore the versions and instructions  
on the display may vary. In the case of dis-  
plays without warning or information texts,  
faults are indicated exclusively by the con-  
trol warning lamps.  
Depending on the equipment, when the ve-  
hicle is moving is displayed on the instru-  
ment cluster display when the vehicle is in an  
economical consumption status due to ac-  
tive cylinder management (ACT®)  
Front Assist On/Off page 240  
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ACC (only display) page 244  
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Lane Assist On/Off page 252  
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Side Assist On/Off page 258  
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Some indications on the instrument pan-  
el screen may be concealed by a sudden  
event, e.g. an incoming call.  
Navigation.  
Audio.  
page 230.  
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Depending on the equipment, some set-  
Identifying letters on engine (LDM)  
Telephone.  
tings and instructions can be carried out or  
displayed on the infotainment system as  
well.  
Vehicle status page 71  
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See Service menu page 69 .  
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Copyright  
If there are several warnings at the same  
Service Menu  
Legal text about the property rights and  
copyrights of the instrument cluster.  
time, the symbols will be displayed one af-  
ter the other for a few seconds. The sym-  
bols will stay on until you remove the cause.  
In the Service menu various settings can be  
adjusted depending on the features.  
WARNING  
If when switching on the ignition warn-  
ings are shown about existing faults, it  
might not be possible to change the set-  
tings or show the information as described.  
In this case, go to a specialised workshop  
and request a repair.  
Even when the outside temperature is  
higher than freezing temperature, some  
roads and bridges could be frozen.  
Open the Service menu  
While in Classic View, go to the Initial  
Data screen, press the  button on the mul-  
tifunction steering wheel for about 5 sec-  
onds and release it.  
The “ice crystal symbol” indicates that  
there may be a risk of freezing.  
Next, the Configuration list menu is  
displayed, where you can choose between  
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Operation  
the Service menu or the View selection  
from where the instrument cluster views can  
be switched on and off.  
Next Service  
or 9999.9 km. When one of these val-  
ues is exceeded (varies depending on  
the version of the instrument panel),  
the memory is deleted.  
This specifies when the next workshop in-  
spection is scheduled.  
Restart the service interval display  
Delete journey data presets  
Select the Service menu and follow the in-  
structions on the screen of the instrument  
panel.  
Driving data indicator (multifunc-  
tion display)  
When in Travel data select desired memo-  
ry.  
Keep the  button on the multi-function  
The display of the travel data (multifunction  
display) shows different values about the  
journey and the consumption.  
Restart the oil service  
steering wheel pressed for approximately 2  
seconds.  
Select the Restore Oil service menu and  
follow the instructions on the instrument  
panel display.  
Select the instructions  
Change from one display to another  
On the instrument cluster, it is selected  
manually using the button on the multi-  
function steering wheel. To access the con-  
tents of the tube, rotate the right hand  
thumbwheel up/down.  
Turn the right thumbwheel of the multi-  
Reset driving data (vehicles with an ana-  
logue instrument cluster)  
function steering wheel page 81 .  
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Select the Reset trip menu and follow the  
instructions on the instrument panel display  
to reset the value.  
Changing memory  
Depending on the view, select Trip data  
Current consumption: The current  
fuel consumption display operates  
throughout the journey, in litres/100  
km; and with the engine running and  
the vehicle stopped, in litres/hour.  
and press the left arrow or the  button on  
the multifunction steering wheel.  
Identifying letters on engine (LDM)  
Select the menu Engine code. The identify-  
ing letters of the engine will be shown on the  
instrument cluster display at the bottom left.  
Since start: The memory is deleted if  
the journey is interrupted for more than  
2 hours.  
Average consumption: The average  
fuel consumption is displayed after driv-  
ing for approximately 300 metres.  
Since refuelling: Display and stor-  
age of the journey data and the con-  
sumption values collected. When refu-  
elling, the memory is deleted.  
Setting the clock  
Select the Time menu and set the correct  
time by turning the right thumbwheel of the  
multifunction steering wheel.  
Travelling time: This indicates the  
hours (h) and minutes (min) since the  
ignition was switched on.  
Long-term: This memory contains  
travel data up to a maximum of 19 hours  
and 59 minutes or 99 hours and 59 mi-  
nutes, or up to a maximum of 1999.9 km  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Range: Approximate distance in km  
that can still be travelled if the same  
driving style is maintained.  
ble. If necessary, seek professional assis-  
tance.  
Warning and information mes-  
sages (Vehicle status)  
Information message  
AdBlue range or : Approximate  
distance in km that can still be travelled  
with the current level of the AdBlue®  
tank with the same driving style. The in-  
dication appears from a range of less  
than 2,400 km and cannot be deactiva-  
ted.1)  
The system runs a check on certain compo-  
nents and functions when the ignition is  
switched on and while the vehicle is moving.  
Faults are displayed on the instrument clus-  
ter display as red and yellow warning symbols  
accompanied with messages and, as appli-  
It provides information about processes in  
the vehicle.  
Accessing warnings and information  
In the infotainment system, press >   
cable, even an audible signal page 82 .  
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Vehicle data > Vehicle status.  
The representation of the messages and  
symbols may vary depending on the version  
of the instrument panel.  
Distance: Distance covered in km (m)  
after switching on the ignition.  
Average speed: The average speed  
will be shown after driving for approxi-  
mately 100 metres.  
Driver alert system (break recom-  
mendation)  
Existing faults can also be checked manually.  
To do so, open the menu Vehicle info  
page 88.  
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Boost/Torque: Indicates the power  
and torque of the combustion engine  
(does not indicate electric mode).  
Priority 1 warning (red)  
The symbol lights up or flashes (in part ac-  
companied by audible warnings). Stop  
driving! Danger! Check the fault and elimi-  
nate the cause. If necessary, seek professio-  
nal assistance.  
FAS: Reduced assistant indication.  
Oil and coolant temperature indication  
The engine reaches its operating tempera-  
ture when, under normal driving conditions,  
the oil temperature is between 80°C (176°F)  
and 120°C (248°F). If a great effort is required  
from the engine and the outside tempera-  
ture is high, the engine oil temperature may  
increase. This does not present any problem  
as long as the warning lamps or   
Priority 2 warning (yellow)  
The symbol lights up or flashes (in part ac-  
companied by audible warnings). Operating  
faults or the lack of operating fluids can  
cause damage to the vehicle or a fault.  
Check the faulty function as soon as possi-  
Fig. 53 On the instrument panel display:  
driver alert system symbol.  
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page 327 do not appear on the display.  
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1)  
Not available in all countries.  
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Operation  
The Fatigue detection informs the driver  
when their driving behaviour shows signs of  
fatigue.  
alerts > Fatigue detection page 89 . A  
mark indicates that the adjustment has been  
activated.  
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WARNING  
Do not let the comfort afforded by the Fati-  
gue detection system tempt you into taking  
any risks when driving. Take regular breaks,  
sufficient in length when making long jour-  
neys.  
Function and operation  
System limitations  
Fatigue detection determines the driving be-  
haviour of the driver when starting a journey,  
making a calculation of tiredness. This is  
constantly compared with the current driv-  
ing behaviour. If the system detects that the  
driver is tired, an audible warning is given  
with a sound and an optic warning is shown  
with a symbol and complementary message  
The Fatigue detection has certain limitations  
inherent to the system. The following condi-  
tions can limit the Fatigue detection or pre-  
vent it from functioning.  
The driver always assumes the responsi-  
bility of driving to their full capacity.  
Never drive if you are tired.  
The system does not detect the tiredness  
At speeds below 65 km/h (40 mph)  
of the driver in all circumstances. Consult  
At speeds above 200 km/h (125 mph)  
When cornering  
the information in the section page 72,  
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System limitations.  
on the instrument panel display Fig. 53 .  
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On roads in poor condition  
In some situations, the system may incor-  
The message on the instrument panel dis-  
play is shown for approximately 5 seconds,  
and depending on the case, is repeated. The  
system stores the last message displayed.  
rectly interpret an intended driving ma-  
noeuvre as driver tiredness.  
In unfavourable weather conditions  
When a sporty driving style is employed  
In the event of a serious distraction to the  
No warning is given in the event of the ef-  
fect called microsleep!  
The message on the instrument panel dis-  
play can be switched off by pressing the   
button on the multi-function steering wheel  
driver  
Please observe the indications on the in-  
strument panel and act as is necessary.  
Fatigue detection will be restored when the  
vehicle is stopped for more than 15 minutes,  
when the ignition is switched off or when the  
driver has unbuckled their seat belt and  
opened the door.  
page 80.  
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Note  
Conditions of operation  
Fatigue detection has been developed for  
driving on motorways and well paved roads  
only.  
Driving behaviour is only calculated on  
speeds above about 65 km/h (40 mph) up to  
around 200 km/h (125 mph).  
In the event of slow driving during a long pe-  
riod of time (below 65 km/h, 40 mph) the  
system automatically re-establishes the  
tiredness calculation. When driving at a fast-  
er speed the driving behaviour will be recal-  
culated.  
If there is a fault in the system, have it  
checked by a specialised workshop.  
Switching on and off  
Fatigue detection can be activated or deacti-  
vated in the infotainment system using the  
function button > Assistants > Driver  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Road signs detection system1)  
The traffic sign detection system does not  
work in all countries. Keep this in mind when  
travelling abroad.  
Speed warning currently unavailable  
The speed warning function of the road  
sign detection system is faulty. Have the sys-  
tem checked by a specialised workshop.  
Shown on the display  
Dynamic Road Sign Display: please  
clean the windscreen.  
The traffic signs detected by the system are  
displayed on the dash panel display  
The windscreen is dirty in the camera area.  
Fig. 54 and, depending on the navigation  
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Clean the windscreen.  
system fitted in the vehicle, on the infotain-  
ment system as well page 85 .  
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Dynamic Road Sign Display currently  
restricted.  
Fig. 54 On the instrument panel display:  
examples of recognised signals.  
In Germany, on motorways and vehicle  
roads, besides speed limits and overtaking  
provisions the system also displays the end of  
prohibition signs. The valid speed limit at the  
time in other countries is always shown.  
The navigation system is not transmitting  
data. Check if the navigation system has up-  
dated maps.  
The traffic signal detection system is activa-  
ted whenever the vehicle ignition is switched  
on.  
OR: the vehicle is in a region not included  
Hazard warning signs are not displayed in the  
infotainment system.  
on the navigation system's map.  
The system records the standard traffic signs  
in front of the vehicle with a camera located  
on the base of the interior mirror and pro-  
vides information about speed limits, hazard  
warnings and overtaking prohibitions.  
No data available  
Road sign detection system messages:  
The traffic sign detection system does not  
work in the current country.  
There are no traffic signs available  
The system is in its start-up phase.  
Within its limitations, the system also displays  
additional signals, such as time-specific pro-  
hibitions, signs for vehicles towing trailers  
Display of traffic signs  
OR: the camera has not recognized any  
When the traffic sign detection system is  
connected, a camera located on the base of  
the interior rear-view mirror records the traf-  
fic signs in front of the vehicle. After check-  
ing and evaluating the information from the  
camera, the navigation system and the cur-  
rent vehicle data, up to two valid road signs  
mandatory or prohibitive sign.  
page 291 or limitations that only apply in  
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Error: Dynamic Road Sign Display  
the event of rain. Even on journeys without  
signs, the system may display any applicable  
speed limits.  
There is a fault in the system. Have the sys-  
tem checked by a specialised workshop.  
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1)  
System available depending on the country.  
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Operation  
are displayed, with their corresponding addi-  
tional signs:  
of specific traffic signs for vehicles with trail-  
er, such as speed limits or overtaking prohib-  
itions. It can be activated or deactivated in  
the infotainment system using the button   
> Assistants > Driver alerts > Road signs de-  
system to operate with limitations or not at  
all:  
First position. The sign that is currently  
In the case of poor visibility, e.g. in snow,  
rain, fog or intense mist.  
valid for the driver is shown in the screen. For  
example, a maximum speed limit of 130  
tect. > Consider trailer page 89 .  
In cases of dazzling, e.g. caused by head-  
on traffic or by the sun.  
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km/h (100 mph) Fig. 54 .  
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For trailer mode, the display of speed limits  
applicable to the type of trailer or to the legal  
provisions can be adjusted. The speed is ad-  
justed in steps of 10 km/h (5 mph) within a  
range of between 60 km/h (40 mph) and  
130 km/h (80 mph). If it is adjusted to a  
speed greater than that which is permitted in  
the country in question for driving with a  
trailer, the system automatically displays the  
usual speed limits, e.g. in Germany 80 km/h  
(50 mph).  
Second position. A second traffic sign may  
When driving at high speeds.  
be displayed in the second position, such as  
a hazard warning sign, an overtaking prohibi-  
tion or an alternative speed limit.  
If the camera is covered or dirty.  
If the traffic signs are out of the camera's  
field of vision.  
Additional sign: If the windscreen wiper is  
working while you are driving, the signal with  
the additional rain sign will be shown first, on  
the left, as it is the one that is applicable at  
the time.  
If the traffic signs are partially or totally  
covered, e.g. by trees, snow, dirt or other ve-  
hicles.  
In the case of traffic signs that do not fulfil  
the regulations.  
A sign valid only with restrictions, e.g. no  
overtaking at certain times, may be dis-  
played.  
In the case of damaged or bent traffic  
signs.  
If the speed warning for the trailer is deacti-  
vated, the system displays the speed limits as  
if there were no trailer hitched.  
In the case of variable messages on over-  
head or gantry signs (LED-based variable  
traffic signs or other lighting units).  
Speed warning (depending on the instru-  
ment panel)  
No entry sign  
The traffic sign recognition system warns  
acoustically and visually in the instrument  
panel when a no entry sign is crossed on a  
one-way road or an entrance to a motorway  
or highway.  
If the maps on the navigation system are  
not up-to-date.  
If the system detects that the permitted  
speed is exceeded, it may warn the driver  
with a “gong” and visually with a message on  
the dash panel display.  
In the case of adhesives affixed to vehicles  
that depict traffic signs, e.g. speed limits on  
lorries.  
Trailer mode  
Limited operation  
WARNING  
In vehicles equipped with a towing bracket  
device from the factory and a trailer that is  
electrically connected to the vehicle, it is  
possible to activate or deactivate the display  
The traffic sign detection system has certain  
limitations. The following cases may lead the  
The technology in the traffic sign detection  
system cannot change the limits imposed  
by the laws of physics and only works within  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Eco-efficient driving assistance  
the system's limits. Do not let the extra  
convenience afforded by the traffic sign  
detection system tempt you into taking any  
risks when driving. The system is not a re-  
placement for driver awareness.  
Stop the vehicle at the next opportunity  
and in a safe place.  
Note  
To avoid affecting the correct operation of  
the system, take the following points into  
consideration:  
Adapt your speed and driving style to suit  
visibility, weather, road and traffic condi-  
tions.  
Regularly clean the area of vision of the  
Poor visibility, darkness, snow, rain and  
camera and keep it in a clean state, without  
snow or ice.  
fog may lead to the system failing to display  
traffic signs or not displaying them correct-  
ly.  
Do not cover the field of vision of the  
camera.  
Fig. 55 Eco-efficient driving assistance in-  
dication (schematic representation).  
If the camera's field of vision is dirty, cov-  
Always replace damaged or worn blades  
ered or damaged, system operation may be  
impaired.  
when required to avoid lines on the cam-  
era's field of vision.  
Eco-efficient driving assistance helps you  
drive with care and with low energy con-  
sumption by following instructions superim-  
posed in the digital cockpit, depending on  
the situation.  
Check that the windscreen is not dam-  
WARNING  
aged in the area of the camera's field of vi-  
sion.  
The driving recommendations and traffic  
indications shown on the traffic sign detec-  
tion system may differ from the actual cur-  
rent traffic situation.  
The use of outdated maps on the naviga-  
tion system may cause the system to show  
traffic signs incorrectly.  
When you approach places such as a junc-  
tion, a roundabout or a section of road with a  
speed limit, the symbol is displayed along  
The system may not detect or correctly  
In the waypoints mode of the navigation  
show all the traffic signs.  
with an event in the digital cockpit Fig. 55 .  
system, the traffic sign detection system is  
only partly available.  
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Traffic signs and traffic regulations have  
priority over the recommendations and dis-  
plays provided by the system.  
WARNING  
Failure to heed the control lamps and  
corresponding text messages when they  
light up may result in damage to the vehi-  
cle.  
The system is not a replacement for driver  
awareness.  
WARNING  
Adapt your speed and driving style at all  
If messages are ignored, the vehicle may  
stall in traffic and cause accidents and se-  
vere injuries.  
times to suit visibility, weather, road and  
traffic conditions.  
Traffic signs on the road and traffic regu-  
Never ignore the messages displayed.  
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lations have priority over eco-driving notes.  
75  
Operation  
The engine speed limiter is released as soon  
as the engine reaches normal operating  
temperature and the takes his/her foot off  
the accelerator.  
Revolution counter  
Note  
The appearance of the symbols may vary  
The rev counter indicates the number of en-  
gine revolutions per minute.  
slightly depending on the equipment and  
model. System updates may modify or ex-  
pand the symbols.  
If the engine speed limitation is caused by an  
engine management fault, the indicator  
light also lights up. Make sure the displayed  
RPM is not exceeded (for example, by reduc-  
ing it). Go immediately to a specialised work-  
shop to have the fault repaired.  
Together with the gear-change indicator,  
the rev counter offers you the possibility of  
using the engine of your vehicle at a suitable  
speed.  
When the system is switched on, eco-ef-  
ficient driving assistance can also increase  
recuperation without any indication being  
displayed. This can occur in situations such  
as when the accelerator pedal is released  
when a vehicle is driving in front. In this  
case, energy recuperation is adapted  
match the speed of the vehicle in front  
without any indication being displayed.  
The beginning of the red zone of the rev  
counter indicates the maximum speed in any  
gear after running-in and with the engine  
hot. However, it is advisable to move the se-  
lector lever to D or lift your foot off the ac-  
celerator before the needle reaches the red  
Flashing indicator1)2)  
The flashing indicator warns the driver that  
the engine RPM limit has been reached.  
zone  
.
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The flashing indication is displayed in the up-  
per areas of the rev counter by green, yellow  
and red areas.  
We recommend that you avoid high revs and  
that you follow the recommendations on the  
gear-change indicator. Consult the addition-  
al information in page 224, Selecting the  
optimal gear.  
Time  
Setting the time on the infotainment sys-  
tem  
When the RPM approaches the limit, the  
flashing indicator flashes red. Shift up a gear  
at the right time.  
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Press Settings.  
Select the menu option Time and date to  
Speed limiter1)  
CAUTION  
set the time page 85 .  
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If the indicator light turns on, the engine  
will be automatically limited to the speed  
shown on the instrument cluster. This pro-  
tects the engine components in situations  
such as a cold start or against overheating.  
To prevent damage to the engine, the rev  
counter needle should only remain in the  
red zone for a short period of time.  
1)  
Depending on version.  
2)  
Only in the CUPRA view on the instrument  
cluster  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
The following displays can be seen on the  
Power meter:  
When the engine is cold, avoid high revs  
and heavy acceleration and do not make  
the engine work hard.  
Fig. 56, Fig. 57  
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A
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The vehicle recovers electrical energy.  
For the sake of the environment  
B
e-Mode electric driving.  
Changing up a gear early will help you to  
save fuel and minimise emissions and en-  
gine noise.  
C
The combustion engine must be run-  
ning. With the Boost function, the vehi-  
cle drives for a short period of time with  
maximum power from both the electric  
motor and the combustion engine.  
Power meter  
Fig. 57 Digital instrument panel: Power-  
meter (Cupra view)  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles  
Battery level indicator  
The lower left hand side of the rev counter  
has two colour coded areas:  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles  
Green Charge: Energy recovery zone.  
Blue Power %: Electric traction zone. Indi-  
cates the percentage of power used and  
the maximum amount of power cur-  
rently available.  
The power meter shows the usage level of  
the electric drive. The power meter bar  
shows the current usage level.  
Fig. 58 Digital instrument panel: battery  
level indicator.  
The small arrow next to the battery symbol  
on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the  
vehicle the charging cover is on.  
A finer coloured border indicates how much  
the propulsion can currently be used. De-  
pending on the selected driving program and  
the current availability of electrical power,  
the boundaries of the different colours can  
vary.  
Fig. 56 Digital instrument panel: Power-  
meter (classic view)  
Note  
Never drive with the tank completely  
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empty. Under certain circumstances, the  
77  
Operation  
The display only works when the ignition is  
switched on.  
energy stored in the high-voltage battery  
may not be sufficient to reach the nearest  
service station.  
Note  
The small arrow on the fuel gauge next to  
the fuel pump symbol points out towards  
the side of the vehicle with the fuel tank  
flap.  
The fuel range is displayed on the instrument  
panel.  
When the outside temperature is very  
low, and therefore the high-voltage battery  
is very cold, difficulties may arise in starting  
the internal combustion engine and the  
range in the electric driving mode may be  
reduced.  
You can consult the tank capacity of your ve-  
hicle in the page 367 section.  
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Coolant temperature indicator.  
WARNING  
When driving with low fuel, the vehicle may  
stall in traffic and cause accidents and se-  
vere injuries.  
The coolant temperature view can be selec-  
ted in the corresponding menu page 66 .  
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Fuel gauge  
If the fuel tank level is too low, fuel could  
Control and warning lamp  
reach the engine irregularly, particularly  
when driving up or down slopes.  
It lights up red  
The steering system and the driver assis-  
Do not carry on driving!  
tance systems and brakes do not work  
when the engine is running irregularly or  
switches off due to lack of fuel or an irregu-  
lar supply thereof.  
Engine coolant level too low, coolant temperature too  
high.  
Flashes red  
Fig. 59 Fuel gauge located in different po-  
sitions depending on the view.  
Always refuel when there is only one  
quarter of fuel in tank to prevent the vehi-  
cle to stop due to lack of fuel.  
Fault in the engine coolant system.  
Control lamps  
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and  
let it cool down.  
CAUTION  
It lights up yellow  
Check the engine coolant level  
page 329.  
Never run the fuel tank completely dry. An  
irregular fuel supply can cause misfiring  
and unburnt fuel could enter the exhaust  
system. The catalytic converter or the par-  
ticulate filter may get damaged!  
Fuel tank almost empty. The fuel reserve level has  
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been reached  
opportunity.  
. Refuel as soon as you have the  
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If the warning lamp does not switch off  
even if the coolant level is correct, request  
assistance from specialised personnel.  
It lights up yellow  
Presence of water in diesel.  
Turn off the engine and seek professional assistance.  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Control and warning lamps (valid for hy-  
brid vehicles)  
In vehicles with LongLife Service, the inter-  
vals are determined individually. Thanks to  
technological progress, maintenance work  
has been greatly reduced. Because of the  
technology used by CUPRA, with this service  
you only need to change the oil when the ve-  
hicle so requires. To calculate this variation  
(max. 2 years), the vehicle's conditions of use  
and individual driving styles are considered.  
The advance warning first appears 20 days  
before the date established for the corre-  
sponding service. The kilometres (miles) re-  
maining until the next service are always  
rounded up to the nearest 100 km (miles)  
and the time is given in complete days. The  
current service message cannot be viewed  
until 500 km after the last service. Prior to  
this, only lines are visible on the display.  
also depends on the outside temperature.  
If necessary, use the engine oil tempera-  
ture page 71 as a guide.  
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Additional lights and other accessories in  
It lights up red  
Do not carry on driving!  
front of the air inlet reduce the cooling ef-  
fect of the coolant. At high outside temper-  
atures and high engine loads, there is a risk  
of the engine overheating.  
Engine or high-voltage system coolant level too low,  
engine or high-voltage system coolant temperature  
too high.  
The front spoiler also ensures proper dis-  
Flashes red  
and  
tribution of the cooling air when the vehi-  
cle is moving. If the spoiler is damaged this  
can reduce the cooling effect, which could  
cause the engine to overheat. Seek special-  
ist assistance.  
Do not carry on driving!  
Failure in the high-voltage cooling circuit. Disconnect  
the drive system and seek professional assistance.  
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and  
let it cool down.  
Service intervals  
Check the engine coolant level  
page 329.  
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The service interval display appears on the  
instrument cluster screen and in the info-  
tainment system.  
Inspection reminder  
Check the coolant level in the high-voltage  
cooling circuit page 330 . If the level is too  
low DO NOT add coolant. Seek specialist as-  
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If a service or an inspection has to be carried  
out soon, a service reminder will be dis-  
played when the ignition is switched on.  
There are different versions of instrument  
panels and infotainment systems, so the ver-  
sions and instructions on the screens may  
vary.  
sistance immediately.  
If the warning lamp does not switch off  
The figure displayed are the kilometres that  
can still be travelled or the time until the next  
service.  
even if the coolant level is correct, request  
assistance from specialised personnel.  
CUPRA distinguishes between services with  
engine oil change (e.g. Oil change service)  
and services without engine oil change (e.g.  
Inspection).  
CAUTION  
Service due  
To ensure a long useful life for the engine,  
When the time for a service or an inspec-  
tion comes, an audible warning will be emit-  
ted when the ignition is switched on and the  
avoid high revs, driving at high speed and  
making the engine work hard for approxi-  
mately the first 15 minutes when the engine  
is cold. The phase until the engine is warm  
In vehicles with Services established by  
time or mileage, the service intervals are al-  
ready pre-defined.  
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Operation  
fixed key symbol may appear on the in-  
strument panel for a few seconds, along with  
one of the following messages:  
The service interval display can only be re-  
Using the instrument panel  
set through the Service menu page 69 .  
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Introduction  
Do not restart the indicator between the  
service intervals, otherwise the information  
displayed will be incorrect.  
Service now!  
With the ignition switched on, it is possible to  
read the different functions of the display by  
scrolling through the menus.  
Please have your vehicle inspec-  
ted.  
If the oil change service is reset manually,  
the service interval display changes to a fixed  
service interval, also in vehicles with Flexible  
oil change service.  
Oil change service due!  
The multifunction display can only be con-  
trolled from the buttons on the multi-func-  
tion steering wheel.  
Oil change service and inspection  
due!  
Note  
Some menu options can only be read when  
the vehicle is at a standstill.  
Consult a service notification  
The service message disappears after a  
With the ignition switched on, the engine off  
and the vehicle at a standstill, the current  
service notification can be read:  
few seconds, when the engine is started or  
when the  button is pressed on the multi-  
function steering wheel.  
WARNING  
Distracting the driver in any way can lead to  
an accident and cause injuries.  
In vehicles with the LongLife system in  
Check the date of the current service on the  
infotainment system  
which the battery has been disconnected  
for a long period of time, it is not possible to  
calculate the date of the next service.  
Therefore the service interval display may  
not be correct. In this case, bear in mind  
the maximum service intervals permitted  
Never use the menus on the instrument  
panel display while the vehicle is in motion.  
Press Settings.  
Select the Data connection menu option  
to display information about services.  
Note  
After loading or changing the 12-volt bat-  
tery, check the system settings. If the pow-  
er supply is interrupted, the system settings  
might be incorrect or deleted.  
Checking the date on the digital instrument  
panel  
page 350.  
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If you reset the display manually, the next  
The date of the service can only be read  
service interval will be indicated as in vehi-  
cles with fixed service intervals. For this  
reason we recommend that the service in-  
terval display be reset by an authorised  
dealer.  
through the Service menu page 69 .  
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Resetting service interval display  
If the service was not carried out by a speci-  
alised CUPRA dealer or any dealer in the  
SEAT network, the display can be reset as  
follows:  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
a few seconds until the menu or the informa-  
tive display opens automatically.  
Operation using the multifunc-  
tion steering wheel  
Button for the driver assistance  
systems  
Changing menu settings  
In the menu displayed, turn the right  
thumbwheel of the multifunction steering  
wheel Fig. 60 until the desired option of  
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the menu is highlighted. The option appears  
framed.  
Press the button  Fig. 60 to make the  
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required modifications. A mark indicates that  
the system or function is activated.  
Fig. 61 On the turn signal and main beam  
lever: button for driver assistance systems  
(depending on versions).  
Fig. 60 Right side of the multifunction  
steering wheel: buttons for using the in-  
strument cluster’s menus and information  
displays (depending on versions).  
Back to menu selection  
Press the button or Fig. 60 .  
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As long as a priority 1 page 71 warning is  
›››  
active, it will not be possible to access any  
menu. Some warnings can be confirmed and  
hidden with the button  of the multifunc-  
tion steering wheel Fig. 60 .  
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Select a menu or an informative display  
Switch the ignition on.  
If a message or vehicle symbol is displayed,  
Fig. 62 Left side of the multifunction  
steering wheel: button for driver assistance  
systems (depending on versions).  
press the button  Fig. 60 ; if necessary,  
several times.  
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To change menus, use buttons or   
Fig. 60.  
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To open the menu or the information dis-  
played, press the button  Fig. 60 or wait  
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81  
Operation  
With the turn signal and main beam head-  
light lever button, you can activate or deacti-  
vate the driver assistance systems displayed  
in the Assistance systems menu .  
tem, in the menu Vehicle settings  
Fault in the brake system page 264 .  
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page 89.  
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Fault in the steering system page 226 .  
›››  
Driver or passenger has not fastened seat  
belt page 16 .  
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Control lamps  
Activating or deactivating a driver assis-  
tance system using the turn signal lever  
and main beam headlight  
Engine or high voltage system coolant (hy-  
brid vehicles) page 78 .  
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Control and warning lamps  
1
Engine oil pressure page 327 .  
Briefly press the Fig. 61  
button to  
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The control and warning lamps are indicators  
open the Assistants menu.  
of warnings  
, faults or certain functions.  
›››  
Anomaly in the alternator page 334 .  
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Select the driver assistance system and ac-  
Some control and warning lamps come on  
when the ignition is switched on, and switch  
off when the engine starts running, or while  
driving.  
Press the foot brake page 244 .  
tivate or deactivate it page 80 . A mark in-  
dicates that driver assistance system is  
switched on.  
›››  
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AdBlue level too low, OR fault in the SCR  
system page 319  
.
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Next, confirm the selection by pressing  
Depending on the model, additional text  
messages may be viewed on the instrument  
panel display. These may be purely informa-  
tive or they may be advising of the need for  
Drive system page 212 , page 310  
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the  button on the multi-function steering  
wheel.  
Yellow warning lamps  
Activating or deactivating a driver assis-  
tance system using the multifunction  
steering wheel  
action page 64, Instrument panel .  
›››  
Notification central lamp: additional infor-  
mation on the instrument panel display  
Depending upon the equipment fitted in the  
vehicle, instead of a warning lamp, some-  
times a symbol may be displayed on the in-  
strument panel.  
Front brake pads worn page 264 .  
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Press the button Fig. 62 to open the  
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Aids menu.  
Fault in the ESC or the system caused it to  
switch off; OR ESC or TCS operating  
Select the driver assistance system and ac-  
When certain control and warning lamps are  
lit, an audible warning is also heard.  
tivate or deactivate it. A mark indicates that  
driver assistance system is switched on.  
page 269.  
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TCS switched off manually; OR ESC in Sport  
mode; OR ESC switched off manually  
Next, confirm the selection by pressing  
Red warning lamps  
the  button on the multifunction steering  
wheel.  
page 269.  
›››  
Notification central lamp: additional infor-  
mation on the instrument panel display  
Fault in the ABS page 269 .  
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The driver assistance systems can also be  
switched on and off in the infotainment sys-  
Parking brake on page 264 .  
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Electronic parking brake faulty.  
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Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Defective cruise control system (GRA)  
Auto Hold active (lights green), or Auto  
Rear fog light switched on page 114 .  
›››  
Hold paused (lights white) page 268 .  
›››  
page 238.  
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Fault in the emission control system  
Charging system page 308  
›››  
page 321.  
Defective speed limiter page 239  
›››  
  
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Press the foot brake page 218 .  
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Pre-heating of the diesel engine; OR fault in  
the management of the diesel engine  
Defective active cruise control (ACC)  
page 249  
Cruise control system (GRA) page 236 .  
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  
›››  
page 321.  
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Lane Assist (lane keeping system)  
Speed limiter page 238  
›››  
Fault in the petrol engine management  
page 252.  
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Adaptive cruise control (ACC) page 245 .  
›››  
page 321.  
›››  
Error in the lane assist warning system  
Lane assist active (Lane Assist) warning  
Particulate filter blocked page 321 .  
page 252.  
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page 252.  
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Fault in the steering system page 226 .  
Travel Assist active page 255 .  
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  
Lane Assist switched off page 252 .  
›››  
Auxiliary heater page 156 .  
›››  
Tyre pressure monitor system page 346 .  
›››  
Travel Assist error page 256 .  
›››  
Drive system page 212  
›››  
Blue indicator lamps  
Fault in the lighting of the vehicle  
Main beam on or flasher on page 114 .  
Vehicle sound page 212  
page 114.  
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Fuel tank almost empty page 78 .  
Low engine oil level page 327 .  
›››  
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Other warning lamps  
Adblue level low, OR fault in the SCR system  
Fault in the gearbox page 223 .  
Door(s), rear lid or bonnet open or not  
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page 319.  
properly closed page 68 .  
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Engine speed limitation page 76 .  
›››  
Main beam assist (Light Assist) page 114 .  
Fault in airbag system and seat belt tension-  
›››  
ers page 25 .  
›››  
Hill descent control (HDC) page 225 .  
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Green indicator lamps  
Front passenger front airbag is disa-  
Service interval display page 79 .  
Turn lights or emergency lights on  
page 114.  
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  
bled page 25 .  
›››  
›››  
Mobile phone connected by Bluetooth® .  
Mobile telephone battery charge status.  
The front passenger front airbag is activated  
Trailer turn signals page 114 .  
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  
»
page 25.  
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83  
Operation  
Risk of freezing page 68 .  
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.
Start-Stop system activated page 214 .  
›››  
Start-Stop system unavailable page 214 .  
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WARNING  
If the warning lamps and messages are ig-  
nored, faults may occur in the vehicle, it  
may stall in traffic, or accidents and serious  
injuries may occur.  
Never ignore the warning lamps or text  
messages.  
Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possi-  
ble.  
A faulty vehicle represents a risk of acci-  
dent for the driver and for other road users.  
If necessary, switch on the hazard warning  
lamps and put out the warning triangle to  
advise other drivers.  
Before opening the bonnet, switch off  
the engine and allow it to cool.  
In any vehicle, the engine compartment  
is a hazardous area and could cause severe  
injuries page 322 .  
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84  
Instruments and warning/control lamps  
How to move through the different menus  
and select them  
ple, long lists of settings. Press on the scroll  
bar and pull up or down.  
Infotainment system  
Switch the ignition on.  
Introduction  
Tutorial  
If the infotainment system is off, switch it  
The first time you connect the Infotainment  
system, a system tutorial will open with a  
brief description of the main functions and  
how to use it.  
The infotainment system brings together im-  
portant vehicle functions and systems into a  
single central control unit, e.g. air condition-  
ing, menu settings, radio equipment and the  
navigation system.  
on.  
The different menus are selected directly  
on the touch screen using texts, icons or  
buttons.  
Help  
If the box is checked , the function is acti-  
vated.  
The actual number of menus available and  
the name of the various options will depend  
on the vehicle’s electronics and equipment.  
In the Help menu can be found more infor-  
mation and tips for using the infotainment  
system.  
Pressing the menu button will always take  
you to the last menu used.  
General operating information  
Any changes made using the settings menus  
are automatically saved on closing those  
menus.  
WARNING  
General information on the operation of the  
infotainment system, as well as on the warn-  
ing and safety instructions that must be tak-  
Any distraction may lead to an accident,  
with the risk of injury. Operating the Info-  
tainment system while driving could dis-  
tract you from traffic.  
Scroll bar: Some menus and functions show  
more content above or below those dis-  
played on the screen at that time, for exam-  
en into account, is found in page 162 .  
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85  
Operation  
Explanation of the function buttons  
Fig. 63 Schematic representation: Overview  
of the possible function buttons on the screen  
E
Top part of the screen  
Bottom part of the screen  
Direct accesses to the functions of the  
Infotainment system (up to 10 functions,  
5 + 5, customisable by the user). The  
functions in question can be edited by  
pressing and holding the icon (replace  
icons, delete icons or change their or-  
der).  
D
The following information is always visible,  
even when the infotainment system is turned  
Main menu display mode:  
: main menu with the 6 main functions  
divided into 2 screens (3 + 3, customisa-  
ble by the user by pressing on the func-  
tion).  
off Fig. 63 :  
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A
Time, Incoming call or pre-air condi-  
tioning on/off.  
B
Climabar page 149 .  
: main menu in mosaic mode (all func-  
tions of the Infotainment system)  
›››  
F
Direct access to the Assistants, Driving  
profiles, background lighting and vehicle  
C
Status bar. System customisation based  
on user and notifications.  
settings page 89 .  
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86  
Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Initial configuration wizard  
Fig. 64 Schematic representation: Initial con-  
figuration wizard  
The initial configuration wizard will help you  
to set up your Infotainment system the first  
time you switch it on.  
Function button: Function  
Function button: Function  
A
Press to set day and time.  
Press to select your home address us-  
E
ing your current position or by man-  
Whenever you switch on the infotainment  
system, the initial setup screen will be dis-  
Press to search and store to memory  
ually entering an address.  
B
the radio stations that have the best  
reception at that moment.  
Disables the possibility of changing  
the settings of the Infotainment sys-  
played Fig. 64 if any parameters have not  
›››  
been set (marked with “”) or if the Don't  
show again function button has not been  
pressed.  
Press to go to the Online Media set-  
tings.  
Don't show  
again  
tem. If you want to run the initial con-  
figuration, it can be accessed through  
C
Settings > Initial configuration  
Press to link your mobile phone to the  
Infotainment system.  
wizard.  
D
Function button: Function  
Start  
End  
Starts up the Configuration Wizard.  
Closes the Configuration Wizard.  
Once one or more settings have been  
applied, press to finalise the setup in  
the main menu of the wizard.  
87  
Operation  
Vehicle information  
Fig. 65 Schematic representation: Vehicle in-  
formation and status  
Pressing on Vehicle info in the main menu  
opens the Vehicle info menu with the follow-  
ing submenus:  
Driving data: The average consump-  
tion, average speed, distance travelled,  
trip duration and autonomy are shown.  
It has 3 memories: “Since start”, “Long-  
term” and “Since refuel” page 70 .  
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Vehicle status: The warnings regarding  
faults, incidents, memorisation of the  
tyre pressure or information of the next  
inspection service are displayed.  
e-Info: shows the electric range and  
power flow page 213 .  
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88  
Instruments and warning/control lamps  
Assist systems and vehicle settings  
Fig. 66 Schematic representation: Assist sys-  
tems and vehicle settings  
A
Press Fig. 66  
, or Vehicle settings in  
Activate / deactivate ESC, stabilisation  
Traffic sign recognition page 73 .  
›››  
›››  
the main menu to open the assistants and  
vehicle settings menu. Next, clicking on any  
of the menus located in the left area , dis-  
plays the settings menu or the selected as-  
sist systems on the display.  
systems and brake assist page 269 .  
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Lane assist page 258 .  
›››  
Activate / deactivate the Start-Stop  
Drive Profile page 226  
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Background lighting page 122  
B
system page 214 .  
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›››  
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)  
Vehicle  
page 244.  
›››  
Instrument panel page 67 .  
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The number of assist systems and settings  
depend on the version and the country in  
question.  
Lane Assist (lane keeping system)  
Lighting page 121 .  
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page 252.  
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Rear view mirrors page 125 .  
›››  
Emergency brake assistance system  
(Front Assist) page 240 .  
Closing page 92 .  
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Assistance systems  
Driving Assist (Travel Assist)  
Lights page 114 .  
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Parking  
page 254  
›››  
Windows page 110 .  
›››  
Automatic parking brake activation  
Emergency Assist page 256 .  
›››  
Tyres page 346 .  
page 266.  
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Speed limiter.  
Comfort light page 121  
Park assist page 274 .  
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Smart Assistants  
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Driver alerts  
»
Windscreen wipers page 123  
›››  
Fatigue detection page 71 .  
›››  
89  
Operation  
Electric drive (PHEV hybrid vehicles) .  
Seats page 128  
›››  
page 211  
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Farewell screen  
Fig. 67 Schematic representation: farewell  
screen.  
When the ignition is switched off, the Fare-  
well Display gives you relevant information  
before you leave the vehicle.  
Fig. 67  
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A
Change the order of the warnings.  
B
Closes the farewell screen.  
90  
Instruments and warning/control lamps  
The steering wheel includes multifunction  
modules from where it is possible to control  
the audio, telephone, navigation, voice con-  
trol and assist functions without the driver  
needing to be distracted from the road.  
Symbol  
Function  
Multifunction steering  
wheel  
Connect/disconnect the Cruise con-  
trol system page 236 / ACC  
›››  
page 244 / Speed limiter  
›››  
Functions  
page 238  
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Buttons available depending on the version  
: Activate ACC / Cruise control sys-  
tem / Limiter  
: Reset programmed ACC speed or  
cruise control system  
Symbol  
Function  
   
Turn: Turn volume up/down  
Press: Mute volume  
1
: Increase programmed speed  
   
: Decrease programmed speed  
Turn: Search in the instrument panel  
menu. In Navigation mode, turn to  
zoom in/out of the map in the Digital  
Cockpit  
Press: Select the highlighted option in  
the instrument panel  
Switching Travel Assist on and off  
›››  
2
page 254  
Open the drive assist menu in the in-  
strument panel  
Radio: Search for the previous/next  
station.  
Media: Short press: previous/next  
track; long press: fast forward/rewind  
Modify the programmed ACC distance  
Fig. 68 Controls on the steering wheel.  
   
Driving profile selection page 226  
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  
  
  
Starting and stopping the engine  
Activate phone menu (answer call, end  
call)  
page 207  
›››  
Switch between media and radio sour-  
ces  
Change the instrument panel menu  
(previous/next)  
   
Enable/disable voice control  
Digital Cockpit: Change digital panel  
  
views page 65  
›››  
Fig. 69 Controls on the steering wheel.  
Activate or deactivate steering wheel  
heating page 154  
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91  
Operation  
2
3
Lock the vehicle  
held down for a longer period it will flash sev-  
eral times, such as for convenience opening.  
Opening and closing  
Unlock only the rear lid. Press the button  
until all the turn signals on the vehicle  
flash briefly. You have 2 minutes to open  
the rear lid. Once this time has passed, it  
will lock again. In addition, the lamp on  
the key flashes.  
If the vehicle key control lamp does not light  
up when the button is pressed, replace the  
Set of vehicle keys  
key's battery page 94 .  
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Vehicle key  
Key socket  
4
5
Control lamp  
There is a key socket near the start button  
Alarm button. Only press in the event of  
an emergency! When the alarm button is  
pressed, the vehicle's sounds and the  
turn signals light up for a short time.  
Press again to disconnect.  
Fig. 71 . Warning! Do not confuse with the  
location for the emergency start  
›››  
page 210.  
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Spare key  
To obtain a spare key and other vehicle keys,  
the vehicle ID number is required.  
With the vehicle key the vehicle may be  
locked or unlocked remotely page 95 .  
›››  
Each new key contains a microchip which  
must be coded with the data from the vehi-  
cle electronic immobiliser. A vehicle key will  
not work if it does not contain a microchip or  
the microchip has not been encoded. This is  
also true for keys which are specially cut for  
the vehicle.  
The vehicle key includes an emitter and bat-  
tery. The receiver is in the interior of the ve-  
hicle. The range of the vehicle key with re-  
mote control and new battery is several me-  
tres around the vehicle.  
Fig. 70 Vehicle key  
If it is not possible to open or close the vehi-  
cle using the remote control key, this should  
The vehicle keys or new spare keys can be  
obtained from a specialised CUPRA dealer or  
SEAT Official Service, a specialised workshop  
or an approved key service qualified to cre-  
ate this kind of key.  
be re-synchronised page 94 or the bat-  
›››  
tery changed page 94 .  
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Different keys belonging to the vehicle may  
be used.  
Fig. 71 Centre console: vehicle key socket.  
New keys or spare keys must be synchronised  
Control lamp on the vehicle key  
before use page 94 .  
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Key to Fig. 70  
›››  
When a button on the vehicle key is briefly  
pressed, the indicator lamp flashes  
4
1
Unlock the vehicle  
Fig. 70 once briefly, but if the button is  
›››  
92  
Opening and closing  
Pull out the key blade  
WARNING  
also possible even when you are outside the  
radius of action.  
Never leave children or disabled persons  
Key operation can be greatly influenced  
in the vehicle. In case of emergency, they  
may not be able to leave the vehicle or  
manage on their own.  
by overlapping radio signals close to the ve-  
hicle working in the same range of frequen-  
cies, for example, radio transmitters or mo-  
bile telephones.  
An uncontrolled use of the key could  
start the engine or activate any electric  
equipment (e.g. electric windows), causing  
risk of accident. The doors can be locked  
using the remote control key. This could  
become an obstacle for assistance in an  
emergency situation.  
Obstacles between the remote control  
and the vehicle, bad weather conditions  
and discharged batteries can considerably  
reduce the range of the remote control.  
If the buttons of the vehicle key are  
Fig. 72 Vehicle key: remove the key blade.  
pressed or one of the central locking but-  
Never forget the keys inside the vehicle.  
tons page 97 is pressed repeatedly in  
›››  
An unauthorised use of your vehicle could  
result in injury, damage or theft. Therefore  
always take the key with you when you leave  
the vehicle.  
The central locking remote control has the  
key blade inside it for use in case of emer-  
gency locking/unlocking of the driver's door  
short succession, the central locking briefly  
disconnects as protection against over-  
loading. The vehicle is then unlocked. Lock  
it if necessary.  
page 104.  
›››  
Never remove the key from the ignition if  
Spare remote control keys are available at  
the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, the  
steering could suddenly block and it would  
be impossible to steer the vehicle.  
1
If you press button Fig. 72  
once the  
›››  
your Technical Service, where they must be  
matched to the locking system.  
key blade is unlocked and a ring appears as a  
key ring.  
Up to five remote control keys can be  
1
Press and hold the button  
and at the  
used.  
CAUTION  
same time pull on the ring in the direction of  
All of the vehicle keys contain electronic  
components. Protect them from damage,  
impacts and humidity.  
2
arrow Fig. 72  
key blade.  
to completely remove the  
›››  
Note  
Only use the key button when you require  
the corresponding function. Pushing the  
button unnecessarily could accidentally  
unlock the vehicle or trigger the alarm. It is  
93  
Operation  
Changing the battery  
To change the battery  
When fitting the battery, check that the  
polarity is correct.  
Remove the key blade from the vehicle key  
page 93.  
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For the sake of the environment  
Insert the key blade into the slot Fig. 73 ,  
press it in the direction of arrow  
›››  
1
and de-  
Please dispose of your used batteries cor-  
rectly and with respect for the environ-  
ment.  
2
tach the cover by levering it  
.
Extract the battery from the compartment  
using a suitable thin object Fig. 74 .  
›››  
Insert the new battery and press it into the  
battery compartment  
.
Synchronize the vehicle key  
›››  
Place the cover and press it into the vehi-  
If the button is pressed frequently outside  
of the vehicle range, it is possible that the ve-  
hicle can no longer be locked or unlocked  
using the key. In this case, the key must be  
resynchronised as described below:  
Fig. 73 Vehicle key: opening the battery  
compartment cover.  
cle key housing until it clicks into place.  
WARNING  
Swallowing a battery with a 20 mm diame-  
ter or any other button battery can cause  
serious and even fatal injuries within a very  
short time.  
Remove the key blade from the vehicle key  
page 92.  
›››  
Keep the vehicle key and key fobs with  
Press the button on the vehicle key. For  
this, it must remain with the vehicle.  
batteries out of reach of children.  
If you suspect that someone may have  
Open the vehicle within one minute using  
swallowed a battery, seek immediate medi-  
cal attention.  
the key blade. The key has been synchron-  
ised.  
Fig. 74 Vehicle key: removing the battery.  
If necessary, fit the cap.  
CAUTION  
CUPRA recommends you ask a specialised  
workshop to replace the battery.  
If the battery is not changed correctly,  
the vehicle key may be damaged.  
The battery is located to the rear of the vehi-  
cle key, under a cover.  
Use of unsuitable batteries may damage  
the vehicle key. For this reason, always re-  
place the dead battery with another of the  
same voltage, size and specifications.  
94  
Opening and closing  
Self-locking system to prevent involuntary  
unlocking  
Never leave individuals locked in a closed  
Central locking  
and locked vehicle. In case of emergency,  
they may not be able to exit the vehicle by  
themselves or get help.  
It is an anti-theft system and prevents the  
unintentional unlocking of the vehicle. If the  
vehicle is unlocked and none of the doors  
(including the boot) are opened within 30  
seconds, it re-locks automatically.  
Introduction  
Central locking functions correctly when all  
the doors and the rear lid are correctly shut.  
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot  
be locked with the key.  
Description  
Unlocking one side of the vehicle only  
Central locking allows all doors, the rear lid  
and the tank flap to be unlocked centrally:  
WARNING  
When you lock the vehicle with the key, the  
doors and the rear lid are locked. When you  
open the door, you can either unlock only  
the driver door, or all the vehicle doors. To  
select the required option, use the Infotain-  
The incorrect use of the central locking  
system may cause serious injuries.  
From outside, using the vehicle key  
page 96.  
›››  
The central locking system will lock all  
From outside with the Keyless Access  
doors. A vehicle locked from the inside can  
prevent any non-authorised individual  
from opening the doors and accessing the  
vehicle. Nevertheless, in case of emergency  
or accident, locked doors will complicate  
access to the vehicle interior to help the  
passengers.  
page 98 system,  
›››  
ment system setting page 96 .  
›››  
From inside, by pushing the central locking  
button page 97 .  
›››  
Automatic locking (Auto Lock)  
The Auto Lock function locks the doors and  
the rear lid when the vehicle exceeds a  
speed of about 15 km/h (9 mph).  
Various functions are available to improve  
the vehicle safety:  
Never leave children or disabled people  
Security system “Safe” page 101  
›››  
The vehicle can be unlocked via the central  
locking switch or by pulling one of the door  
handles.  
alone in the vehicle. The central locking  
button can be used to lock all the doors  
from within. Therefore, passengers will be  
locked inside the vehicle. Individuals locked  
in the vehicle can be exposed to very high  
or very low temperatures.  
Self-locking system to prevent involuntary  
unlocking  
Selective unlocking system  
In the event of an accident in which the air-  
bags inflate, the doors will be automatically  
unlocked to facilitate access and assistance.  
Automatic speed dependent locking and  
unlocking system (Auto Lock)  
Depending on the time of the year, tem-  
Emergency unlocking system  
peratures inside a locked and closed vehi-  
cle can be extremely high or extremely low  
resulting in serious injuries and illness or  
even death, particularly for young children.  
Turn signals  
The turn signals will flash twice when the ve-  
hicle is unlocked and once when the vehicle  
is locked.  
»
95  
Operation  
If it does not flash, this indicates that one of  
the doors, the rear lid or the bonnet is not  
closed correctly.  
Central locking settings  
Unlock and lock from the outside  
Central locking settings can be changed in  
the Infotainment system.  
Accidental lock-out  
Unlocking doors  
The central locking system prevents you  
from being locked out of the vehicle in the  
following situations:  
Press the function button > Vehicle >  
Exterior > Central locking > Door unlock-  
ing.  
If the driver door is open, the vehicle can-  
not be locked with the central locking switch  
You can choose to unlock all the doors or  
only the driver door when you unlock the  
vehicle. In all the options, the fuel tank flap is  
also unlocked.  
page 97.  
›››  
Fig. 75 Remote control key: buttons.  
Lock the vehicle with the remote control key,  
when all the doors and the rear lid have been  
closed. This prevents the accidental locking  
of the vehicle.  
Lock: press the Fig. 75 button.  
›››  
With the Driver setting, when you press the  
button on the remote control key once,  
only the driver door is unlocked. If that but-  
ton is pressed twice, the rest of the doors  
and the rear lid will be unlocked.  
Locking the vehicle without the “Safe” se-  
curity system: push the button again and  
hold for 2 seconds.  
Note  
Unlock: press the button.  
Never leave any valuable items in the ve-  
hicle unattended. Even a locked vehicle is  
not a safe.  
If the button is pressed, all the vehicle  
doors are locked. At the same time, a confir-  
mation signal is heard.  
Unlocking the rear lid: hold down the   
button for at least 1 second.  
If the LED on the driver door sill lights up  
The vehicle will be locked again automatical-  
ly if you do not open one of the doors or the  
rear lid within 30 seconds after unlocking the  
car. This function prevents the vehicle from  
remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is  
pressed by mistake. This does not apply if  
you press the button for at least one sec-  
ond.  
for about 30 seconds when the vehicle is  
locked, the central locking system or anti-  
theft alarm is not working properly. You  
should have the fault repaired at a special-  
ised CUPRA dealer, SEAT Official Service or  
specialised workshop.  
Vehicle interior monitoring by the anti-  
theft alarm system will only function as in-  
tended if the windows and sunroof are  
closed.  
96  
Opening and closing  
Selective unlocking system  
You can open the doors individually from  
the inside by pulling the inside door handle.  
Other functions of the remote control  
key page 111, Convenience open/close  
›››  
The selective unlocking system allows you to  
only unlock the driver door and the fuel tank  
flap. All other doors and the rear lid remain  
locked.  
function.  
In the event of an accident in which the  
airbags inflate, doors locked from the inside  
will be automatically unlocked to facilitate  
access and assistance.  
Unlocking and locking from the  
inside  
Unlocking the driver's door and tank flap:  
WARNING  
Press (once) the button on the remote  
control key or turn the key once in the open-  
The central locking switch also works  
ing direction.  
with the ignition switched off, except when  
the “safe” system is activated.  
Unlocking all the doors, the rear lid and the  
tank flap simultaneously:  
The central locking switch does not oper-  
ate if the vehicle is locked from the outside  
and the security system is switched on.  
Within 5 seconds, press (twice) the but-  
ton on the remote control key, or turn the  
key twice within 5 seconds in the opening di-  
rection.  
Locked doors could delay assistance in an  
emergency. Do not leave anyone, especial-  
ly children, in the vehicle.  
The Safe security system and the anti-theft  
alarm deactivate immediately when only the  
driver door is opened.  
Fig. 76 In the centre console: central lock-  
ing switch  
Note  
Your vehicle will lock automatically when it  
reaches a speed of about 15 km/h (9 mph)  
In vehicles with Infotainment system, you can  
programme the security central locking sys-  
Lock: press the Fig. 76 button.  
›››  
(Auto Lock) page 95 . You can unlock the  
›››  
Unlock: Press the button again  
Fig. 76.  
vehicle again using the button on the  
tem directly page 96 .  
›››  
›››  
central locking switch.  
WARNING  
Please note the following when using the  
central locking switch to lock your vehicle:  
Observe the safety warnings  
in Lock-  
›››  
ing system “Safe” on page 101.  
It is not possible to open the doors or the  
rear lid from the outside (for safety reasons,  
e.g. when stopped at traffic lights).  
Note  
Do not use the remote control key until  
The LED in the central locking switch lights  
up when all the doors are closed and locked.  
the vehicle is visible.  
97  
Operation  
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle  
may have the Keyless Access system.  
If the vehicle is not unlocked for an extended  
period, the function is deactivated.  
Unlock and lock the vehicle with  
Keyless Access  
The vehicle can be unlocked and locked via  
the front doors only. When doing so, the re-  
mote control key must be no further than  
approx. 1.5 m away from the door handle.  
Configure the Keyless Access system  
The behaviour of the Keyless Access system  
can be adjusted in the Vehicle settings  
menu of the Infotainment system.  
It does not matter where you carry the key,  
e.g. in your jacket pocket.  
If the Keyless Access function is disabled, its  
operation is limited.  
Once the doors have been locked, they can-  
not be opened again immediately. This will  
enable you to check that the doors are prop-  
erly closed.  
Keyless Access is a key-free locking and igni-  
tion system to unlock and lock the vehicle  
without actively using its key. For this, it is on-  
ly necessary that there is a valid vehicle key in  
the detection area corresponding to the at-  
tempted access to the vehicle.  
Fig. 77 Keyless Access: proximity zones.  
If you wish you may unlock only the corre-  
sponding door or the entire vehicle. The  
necessary adjustments can be performed in  
vehicles with a driver information system  
Unlock the vehicle  
page 89.  
›››  
Touch the surface of the sensor located in-  
A
side the handle . All turn signals will flash  
General information  
twice.  
If a valid key is in the proximity of the car  
Fig. 77, the Keyless Access locking and  
›››  
If the sensor surface is touched twice, the  
entire vehicle will unlock.  
starting system gives the key entry as soon as  
one of the sensor surfaces on the front door  
handles is touched.  
Automatic vehicle unlock  
Fig. 78 Door handle: sensor surfaces  
The following features are then available  
without having to use the vehicle key active-  
ly:  
The vehicle can be unlocked automatically.  
To do this, the function must be activated in  
the Infotainment system and the vehicle key  
must be in the proximity zone of the vehicle.  
Fig. 78  
›››  
A
Unlocking sensor surface on the inside  
of the door handle.  
Keyless Entry: unlocking the vehicle using  
B
Locking sensor surface on the outside  
of the door handle.  
If the key is in the proximity zone, the vehicle  
is automatically unlocked.  
the handles of the front doors or the soft-  
touch/handle on the rear lid.  
98  
Opening and closing  
A
Keyless Exit: locking the vehicle using the  
Fig. 78  
(arrow) of the handle and the  
Unlocking and locking the boot hatch  
›››  
sensor of the driver or passenger door han-  
dle.  
vehicle unlocks.  
When the vehicle is locked, the rear lid auto-  
matically unlocks on opening if there is a val-  
id vehicle key in the proximity zone  
Open the door.  
Easy Open: opening the rear lid moving  
On vehicles with selective opening or info-  
tainment system configuration, pulling the  
door handle twice will unlock all doors.  
one foot below the rear bumper  
›››  
Fig. 77.  
›››  
page 109.  
Open or close the rear lid normally.  
Press & Drive: keyless starting of the engine  
After closing, the hatch locks automatically.  
If the complete vehicle is unlocked, the rear  
lid will not lock automatically after closing it.  
with the starter button page 207 .  
›››  
In vehicles without the “Safe” security sys-  
tem: closing and locking the doors  
(Keyless-Exit)  
The central locking and locking systems op-  
erate in the same way as a normal locking  
and unlocking system. Only the controls  
change.  
What happens when locking the vehicle  
with a second key  
Switch the ignition off.  
Close the driver's door.  
If there is a vehicle key inside the vehicle and  
it is locked from the outside with a second  
vehicle key, the key inside the vehicle is  
Unlocking the vehicle is confirmed with a  
double flash of the indicator lights; locking  
by a single flash.  
Touch (once) the locking sensor surface  
B
Fig. 78  
(arrow) on one of the front door  
›››  
handles. The door that is used must be  
closed.  
blocked for engine ignition page 207 . In  
›››  
If the vehicle is locked and then all doors and  
the rear lid are closed leaving the last key  
used inside the vehicle and none outside,  
the vehicle will not lock immediately. All the  
vehicle's indicator lights will flash four times.  
The vehicle will lock after a few seconds if  
you do not open any door or the rear lid.  
order to enable engine ignition, press the   
button on the key inside the vehicle.  
In vehicles with the “Safe” security system:  
closing and locking the doors (Keyless-  
Exit)  
Automatically disabling sensors  
If the vehicle is not locked or unlocked for a  
long period of time, the proximity sensors on  
the passenger doors are automatically disa-  
bled.  
Switch the ignition off.  
Close the driver's door.  
The vehicle will lock again after a few sec-  
onds if you unlock the vehicle but fail to  
open any door or boot hatch.  
Touch (once) the sensor surface Fig. 78  
›››  
B
(arrow) on one of the front door handles.  
If one of the sensor surfaces on the door  
handles is often activated in an unusual man-  
ner with the vehicle locked (e.g. by the  
branches of a bush rubbing against it), all  
proximity sensors are disabled for a certain  
period of time.  
The vehicle locks with the “Safe” security  
system page 101 . The door that is used  
must be closed.  
›››  
Unlocking and opening the doors  
(Keyless-Entry)  
Touch (twice) the sensor surface Fig. 78  
›››  
Grip one of the front door handles. When  
you do this, you touch the sensor surface  
B
(arrow) of one of the front door handles  
to lock the vehicle without activating the  
“Safelock” security system page 101 .  
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Sensors will again be enabled:  
›››  
99  
Operation  
After a time.  
The next time the door is locked/unlocked,  
Keyless Access will be active again.  
Note  
OR: if the vehicle is unlocked with the but-  
If the vehicle battery has little or no  
ton on the key.  
charge, or the vehicle key battery is almost  
or entirely out of charge, you will probably  
not be able to lock or unlock the vehicle  
with the Keyless Access system. The vehicle  
can be unlocked or locked manually  
Keyless Access permanent disconnection  
function  
OR: if the boot is opened.  
OR: if the vehicle is unlocked manually with  
You can deactivate the vehicle unlock with  
Keyless Access permanently in the infotain-  
ment system so that others cannot unlock or  
start the vehicle.  
the key.  
page 104.  
›››  
Keyless Access temporary disconnection  
function  
To control the proper locking of the vehi-  
cle, the release function is disabled for ap-  
prox. 2 seconds.  
You can deactivate the vehicle's Keyless  
Access unlocking for one locking and un-  
locking cycle.  
Convenience functions  
If the message Keyless access system  
To close all the electric windows and the  
sunroof using the comfort function, keep a  
finger for a few seconds on the locking sen-  
B
faulty is displayed on the screen of the  
dash panel, abnormalities may occur in the  
operation of the Keyless Access system.  
Contact a specialised workshop. To do so,  
CUPRA recommends going to a specialised  
CUPRA dealer or any SEAT dealership.  
Move the gear lever to position P since  
otherwise the vehicle cannot be locked.  
sor surface Fig. 78  
handle until the windows and roof have  
closed.  
(arrow) of the door  
›››  
Close the door.  
Push the central locking button on the  
How the doors open when touching the  
sensor surface on the door handle will de-  
pend on the settings that have been activa-  
ted in the infotainment system, using the  
function button > Vehicle > Exterior >  
Central locking.  
Depending on the function set on the in-  
remote control and touch the locking sensor  
surface of the driver door handle  
fotainment system for the mirrors, the ex-  
terior mirrors will unfold and the surround  
lighting will come on when unlocking the  
vehicle using the sensor surface on the  
driver and passenger door handles  
B
Fig. 78  
within the following 5 seconds.  
›››  
Do not grasp the door handle; otherwise the  
vehicle will not unlock. Deactivation is also  
possible if the vehicle is locked through the  
driver’s door lock.  
page 125.  
›››  
CAUTION  
If there is no valid key inside the vehicle  
To check that the function has been deac-  
or the system fails to detect one, a warning  
will display on the dash panel screen. This  
could happen if any other radio frequency  
signal interferes with the key signal (e.g.  
from a mobile device accessory) or if the  
key is covered by another object (e.g. an  
aluminium case).  
The sensor surfaces on the door handles  
could engage if hit with a water jet or high  
pressure steam if there is a valid vehicle key  
in the proximity. If at least one of the elec-  
tric windows is open and the sensor surface  
tivated, wait at least 10 seconds, grip and pull  
on the door handle. The door should not  
open.  
The next time the door can only be unlocked  
via the remote control or the lock cylinder.  
B
Fig. 78  
(arrow) on one of the handles  
›››  
is activated continuously, all windows will  
close.  
100  
Opening and closing  
Lock the vehicle and activate the “Safe”  
security system.  
If the sensors are very dirty, e.g. have a  
WARNING  
layer of salt, the correct functioning of the  
sensors on the door handles may be affec-  
ted. In this case, clean the vehicle.  
Do not leave anyone (especially children) in  
the vehicle if it is locked from the outside  
and the “Safe” security system is activated,  
as the doors and windows cannot then be  
opened from the inside. Locked doors  
could delay assistance in an emergency.  
Press the locking button once on the ve-  
hicle key.  
If the vehicle is fitted with an automatic  
gearbox, the vehicle can only be locked by  
pressing the parking lock button P.  
Lock the vehicle without activating the  
“Safe” system.  
To improve the safety of your vehicle, the  
Press the locking button on the vehicle  
key twice.  
remote control of the system is equipped  
with a position sensor. If this remote con-  
trol does not detect movement for a cer-  
tain length of time, the system will con-  
clude that the vehicle cannot be opened  
(e.g. on a night table) so it will be disabled.  
OR: touch the sensor surface on the out-  
Anti-theft alarm system  
B.  
side of the door handle twice Fig. 78  
›››  
Description  
When the “Safe” security system is disa-  
bled, the following needs to be taken into  
account:  
If, when trying to block the vehicle, the  
The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult  
to break into the vehicle or steal it. The sys-  
tem will initiate acoustic and optical warning  
signals when your vehicle is tried to be  
forced.  
last used key is still inside, all the turn sig-  
nals will flash 4 times.  
The vehicle can be unlocked and opened  
from the inside using an door handle.  
The anti-theft alarm is activated.  
Locking system “Safe”1)  
The anti-theft alarm is automatically turned  
on when the vehicle is locked with the key.  
The system is immediately activated and the  
turn signal light located on the driver door  
will flash along with the turn signals, indicat-  
ing that the alarm and the locking security  
system (double lock) have been turned on.  
The vehicle interior monitoring system and  
the anti-tow system are disabled.  
When the vehicle is blocked, the “Safe” se-  
curity system puts the door handles out of  
operation and prevents unauthorised per-  
sons for entering. The doors cannot be  
“Safe” status  
The flashing frequency of the diode in the  
door sill immediately confirms the process.  
Initially, the diode flashes in a fast sequence  
for a brief period, then it stops for approxi-  
mately 30 seconds and, lastly continues  
flashing slowly.  
opened from inside  
.
›››  
Depending on the vehicle, when switching  
the ignition off, a warning may be displayed  
on the control panel screen stating that the  
“Safe” security system is activated.  
If any of the doors or the bonnet are open,  
they will not be included in the protection  
zones of the vehicle when the alarm is con-  
nected. If the door or the bonnet are  
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1)  
Available depending on market and version.  
101  
Operation  
subsequently closed, they will be automati-  
cally included in the protection areas of the  
vehicle and the turn signals will flash accord-  
ingly when the doors close.  
Movement inside the vehicle (in vehicles  
Note  
with interior monitoring page 103 ).  
›››  
After 28 days, the indicator light will be  
When the vehicle is towed (in vehicles with  
anti-tow system page 103 ).  
switched off to prevent the battery from  
exhausting if the vehicle has been left  
parked for a long period of time. The alarm  
system remains activated.  
›››  
When the vehicle is raised (in vehicles with  
anti-tow system page 103 ).  
The turn signal light will flash twice on  
opening and deactivating the alarm.  
›››  
If, after the audible warning goes off, an-  
When the vehicle is transported on a ferry  
The turn signal light will flash once on clos-  
other monitored area is accessed (e.g. the  
rear lid is opened after a door has been  
opened), the alarm is triggered again.  
or by rail (vehicles with an anti-tow system or  
vehicle interior monitoring page 103 ).  
ing and activating the alarm.  
›››  
When does the system trigger an alarm?  
When a trailer connected to the anti-theft  
The anti-theft alarm is not activated  
alarm system is disconnected.  
The anti-theft alarm siren will be triggered  
for about 30 seconds alongside a sound and  
optical (flashing) warning signals and will be  
repeated about ten times when the vehicle is  
locked and the following unauthorised ac-  
tions are attempted:  
when the vehicle is locked from within us-  
ing the central locking button .  
How to turn OFF the alarm  
If the driver door is unlocked mechani-  
Unlock the vehicle with the unlock button  
of the key.  
cally with the key, only the driver door is  
unlocked, the rest of the doors remain  
locked. Only when the ignition has been  
turned on will the other doors be available -  
but not unlocked - and the central locking  
button will be activated.  
OR: turn the ignition on with a valid key.  
Opening a door that is mechanically un-  
If the driver’s door is unlocked mechanically  
using the key, the ignition must be turned on  
within 15 seconds of opening the door.  
locked using the vehicle key without switch-  
ing on the ignition in the next 15 seconds (in  
certain markets, such as the Netherlands,  
there is no 15 second waiting time and the  
alarm is activated immediately on opening  
the door).  
If the vehicle battery is run down or flat  
then the anti-theft alarm will not operate  
correctly.  
Otherwise, the alarm will trigger for 30 sec.  
and the ignition will be blocked.  
Vehicle monitoring remains active even if  
the battery is disconnected or not working  
for any reason.  
CAUTION  
A door is opened.  
If the anti-theft security system is switched  
off, the vehicle interior monitoring and the  
tow-away protection are automatically dis-  
connected.  
Opening the bonnet.  
The alarm is triggered immediately if one  
of the battery cables is disconnected while  
the alarm system is active.  
The rear lid is opened.  
When the ignition is switched on with a  
non-authorised key.  
Undue manipulation of the alarm.  
Disconnection of the vehicle battery.  
102  
Opening and closing  
The vehicle interior monitoring and the anti-  
tow system are automatically switched on  
again next time the vehicle is locked.  
The following cases may cause a false  
alarm:  
Interior monitoring and the anti-  
tow system  
Open windows (partially or fully).  
It is a monitoring or control function incor-  
porated in the anti-theft alarm which detects  
unauthorised vehicle entry by means of ul-  
trasound.  
If you wish to switch off the vehicle interior  
monitoring and the anti-tow system, it must  
be done each time that the vehicle is locked;  
if not, they will be automatically switched on.  
Panoramic/tilting sunroof open (partially  
or completely).  
Movement of objects inside the vehicle,  
such as loose papers, items hanging from  
the rear vision mirror (air fresheners), etc.  
The vehicle interior monitoring and anti-tow  
sensor (tilt sensor) are automatically switch-  
ed on when the anti-theft alarm is switched  
on. In order to activate it, all the doors and  
the rear lid must be closed.  
The vehicle interior monitoring and the anti-  
tow system should be switched off if animals  
are left inside the locked vehicle (otherwise,  
their movements will trigger the alarm) or  
when, for example, the vehicle is transported  
or has to be towed with only one axle on the  
ground.  
Note  
If the vehicle is relocked and the alarm is  
activated without the volumetric sensor  
function, relocking will activate the alarm  
with all its functions, except the volumetric  
sensor. This function is reactivated when  
the alarm is switched on again, unless it is  
deliberately switched off.  
If the “Safe” page 101 security system is  
›››  
switched off, the vehicle interior monitoring  
and the tow-away protection are automati-  
cally disconnected.  
Deactivation through the infotainment  
system  
If the alarm has been triggered by the  
Activation  
Turn off the ignition and press the function  
volumetric sensor, this will be indicated by  
a flashing of the warning lamp on the driver  
door when the vehicle is opened. The flash  
is different to the flash indicating the alarm  
is activated.  
button > Vehicle > Exterior > Central  
locking > Interior monitoring.  
It is automatically switched on when the  
anti-theft alarm is activated.  
When the vehicle is locked now, the vehi-  
cle interior monitoring and the tow-away  
protection are switched off until the next  
time the door is opened.  
Deactivation  
Open the vehicle with the key, either me-  
The vibration of a mobile phone left in-  
chanically or by pressing the button on the  
remote control. The time period from when  
the door is opened until the ignition is  
turned on should not exceed 15 seconds,  
otherwise the alarm will be triggered.  
side the vehicle may cause the vehicle inte-  
rior monitoring alarm to trigger, as both  
sensors react to movements and shakes in-  
side the vehicle.  
False alarms  
Interior monitoring will only operate correct-  
ly if the vehicle is completely closed. Please  
observe related legal requirements.  
If on activating the alarm, any door or the  
rear lid is open, only the alarm will be acti-  
vated. The vehicle interior monitoring and  
the anti-tow system will only be activated  
Press the button on the remote control  
twice. The volumetric sensor and tilt sensors  
will be deactivated. The alarm system re-  
mains activated.  
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103  
Operation  
door opens. Please observe the instructions  
relating to the anti-theft alarm system  
once all the doors are closed (including the  
rear lid).  
Open and close the doors and the rear lid  
only when there is nobody in the way.  
page 101.  
›››  
CAUTION  
Remove the key blade from the vehicle key  
page 92.  
›››  
When opening and closing in an emergen-  
cy, carefully disassemble components and  
then reassemble them carefully to avoid  
damage to the vehicle.  
Doors  
Insert the key blade into the lock cylinder  
to unlock or lock the vehicle.  
Introduction  
Special characteristics  
The doors and rear lid can be locked man-  
ually and partially opened, for example if the  
key or the central locking is damaged.  
The anti-theft alarm will remain active  
Emergency unlocking or locking  
of the driver’s door  
when vehicles are unlocked. However, the  
alarm will not be triggered page 101 .  
›››  
WARNING  
After the driver door is opened, you have  
Opening and closing doors carelessly can  
cause serious injury.  
15 seconds to switch on the ignition. Once  
this time has elapsed, the alarm is triggered.  
If the vehicle is locked from outside, the  
Switch the ignition on. The electronic im-  
doors and windows cannot be opened from  
the inside.  
mobilizer recognises a valid vehicle key and  
deactivates the anti-theft alarm system.  
Never leave children or disabled people  
alone in the car. They could be trapped in  
the car in an emergency and will not be  
able to get themselves to safety.  
Note  
The anti-theft alarm is not activated when  
the vehicle is locked manually using the key  
Depending on the time of the year, tem-  
shaft page 95 .  
›››  
Fig. 79 Driver door handle: locking cylin-  
der.  
peratures inside a locked and closed vehi-  
cle can be extremely high or extremely low  
resulting in serious injuries and illness or  
even death, particularly for young children.  
If the central locking system should fail to  
operate, the driver door can still be locked  
and unlocked by turning the key in the lock.  
WARNING  
As a general rule, when the driver door is  
locked manually all other doors are locked.  
When it is unlocked manually, only the driver  
Getting in the way of the doors and the rear  
lid is dangerous and can lead to serious in-  
jury.  
104  
Opening and closing  
Childproof locks  
anti-clockwise for the right hand side  
doors.  
Emergency lock of doors without  
lock cylinders  
Deactivating the childproof lock  
Unlock the vehicle and open the door  
whose childproof lock you want to deacti-  
vate.  
With the door open, rotate the groove in  
the door using the ignition key, anti-clock-  
wise for the left hand side doors Fig. 81  
›››  
and clockwise for the right hand side  
doors.  
Fig. 81 Childproof lock on the left hand  
side door.  
Once the childproof lock is activated, the  
door can only be opened from the outside.  
Fig. 80 Locking the door manually.  
The childproof lock prevents the rear doors  
from being opened from the inside. This sys-  
tem prevents minors from opening a door  
accidentally while the vehicle is running.  
If the central locking system should fail to  
work at any time, doors with no lock cylinder  
will have to be locked separately.  
Rear lid  
The emergency lock is located on the front  
of the front passenger's door and the rear  
doors. It can only be seen if the door is open.  
This function is independent of the vehicle  
electronic opening and locking systems. It  
only affects rear doors. It can only be activa-  
ted and deactivated manually, as described  
below:  
Introduction  
The rear lid unlocks and locks together with  
the doors.  
Pull the cap out of the opening.  
Insert the key in the inside slot and turn it  
On vehicles with Keyless Access, the rear lid  
unlocks automatically when it is opened  
to the right as far as it will go (if the door is on  
the right side) or to the left (if the door is on  
the left side).  
Activating the childproof lock  
page 98.  
›››  
Unlock the vehicle and open the door in  
which you wish to activate the childproof  
lock.  
Replace the cap.  
WARNING  
Once the door has been closed it can no  
longer be opened from the outside. Pull the  
interior door handle once to unlock and  
open the door.  
Careless and unsuitable locking, opening  
and closing of the rear lid can cause acci-  
dents and serious injury.  
With the door open, rotate the groove in  
the door using the ignition key, clockwise  
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for the left hand side doors Fig. 81 and  
›››  
105  
Operation  
Opening and closing  
The rear lid must not be opened when  
Note  
the reverse or rear fog lights are lit. This  
may damage the tail lights.  
To open: place slight pressure on the han-  
dle. The rear lid opens automatically.  
Before closing the rear lid, make sure that  
the key has not been left inside the luggage  
compartment.  
Do not close the rear lid by pushing it  
To close: hold one of the handles on the  
down with your hand on the rear window.  
The glass could smash. Risk of injury!  
inner trim and close it by moving it down-  
wards, or press the button on the rear lid  
›››  
Ensure the rear lid is locked after closing  
Fig. 83.  
Opening and closing the rear lid  
it. If not, it may open unexpectedly while  
driving.  
If the doors are locked, the rear lid is also  
locked.  
Closing the rear lid without observing and  
ensuring it is clear could cause serious in-  
jury to you and to third parties. Make sure  
that no one is in the path of the rear lid.  
Never drive with the rear lid open or half-  
closed, exhaust gases may penetrate into  
the interior of the vehicle. Danger of poi-  
soning!  
Never leave the vehicle unattended or al-  
low children to play inside or next to it, es-  
pecially if the rear lid is open. Children  
could enter the luggage compartment,  
close the rear lid and become trapped. A  
locked vehicle can reach extremely high  
and low temperatures, depending on the  
time of year, thus causing serious injuries,  
illness or even death.  
Fig. 82 Rear lid: opening from outside.  
The rear lid opening system operates electri-  
cally. It is activated by exerting slight pressure  
on the handle Fig. 82 .  
›››  
To lock or unlock the rear lid, press the or  
buttons of the vehicle key.  
A warning appears on the instrument panel  
display if the rear lid is open or not properly  
closed. An audible warning is also given if it is  
opened while the vehicle is moving faster  
than 6 km/h (4 mph).  
CAUTION  
Before opening or closing the rear lid, make  
sure that there is enough space to open or  
close it, e.g. when pulling a trailer or in a ga-  
rage.  
106  
Opening and closing  
locked if an authorised key is recognised in  
the proximity of the vehicle.  
OR: manually move the rear lid in the di-  
Rear lid with electric opening and  
closing  
rection of closing until it closes automatical-  
ly.  
OR: depending on the features, pull the   
button on the driver door upwards  
The rear lid goes down automatically to the  
Fig. 84. The button also works when the  
ignition is switched off.  
final position and also closes automatically  
›››  
in Introduction on page 105.  
›››  
OR: press and hold the button of the  
Interrupting opening or closing  
vehicle key for approx. 1 second. If the vehi-  
cle is locked, only the rear lid is unlocked (the  
doors remain locked).  
After beginning to open or close the rear lid,  
the action can be halted by pressing one of  
the buttons.  
OR: on vehicles with Keyless Access and  
sensor-controlled opening you can open the  
rear lid by moving one foot in the area of the  
sensors located below the rear bumper (Easy  
If you press one of the buttons again, the  
rear lid will move again in the original direc-  
tion.  
Fig. 83 Rear lid: button to close the rear lid.  
Open page 109 ). The rear lid will be auto-  
›››  
If the rear lid is met with resistance or an ob-  
stacle during the automatic opening or clos-  
ing, opening or closing will be interrupted  
immediately. For the closing process, the  
rear lid opens again slightly.  
matically opened.  
Closing the rear lid  
Briefly press the button on the rear lid  
Fig. 83  
in Introduction on page 105.  
›››  
›››  
Check why it has not been possible to  
open or close the rear lid.  
OR: depending on the features, pull the   
button on the driver door upwards  
Fig. 84.  
Try to open or close the rear lid again.  
›››  
OR: on vehicles with Keyless Access, press  
If necessary, the rear lid can be opened or  
Fig. 84 On the driver’s door: button to  
open and close the rear lid.  
and hold the vehicle key button until the  
rear lid is closed, or move one foot into the  
area of the sensors located below the rear  
closed by hand using reasonable force.  
Particular features if towing a trailer  
Opening the rear lid  
bumper (Easy Open) page 109 . The vehi-  
›››  
If the factory-fitted towing bracket is electri-  
cle key must be in the Keyless Access system  
detection zone at the rear outside the vehi-  
cle.  
Unlock the vehicle page 95 and briefly  
›››  
cally connected to a trailer page 291 , the  
›››  
press the handle of the rear lid. On vehicles  
with Keyless Access you can directly press  
the handle of the rear lid. The rear lid is un-  
electric rear lid can only be opened or closed  
with the buttons on the rear lid itself or by  
using the Easy Open function.  
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107  
Operation  
Acoustic warnings  
Release the rear lid and open it to the  
or, after opening, it may lower by itself due  
to the extra weight and cause serious in-  
jury.  
memorised height.  
Throughout the process of opening or clos-  
ing the rear lid, acoustic warnings can be  
heard. Exception: when the rear lid is  
Lift the rear lid by hand as far as it goes. To  
do this, some force will have to be used.  
Do not open the rear lid when there is a  
opened manually using the handle or the  
Easy Open function with the movement of  
the foot or closed using the button on the  
lot of snow on it or when carrying a load  
(e.g. on a rack).  
Press the button Fig. 83 on the rear  
›››  
lid for at least 3 seconds.  
Before opening the rear lid, remove the  
This resets and memorises the factory-set  
rear lid itself Fig. 83 .  
›››  
snow or the load.  
opening angle. Memorisation is indicated by  
blinking of the hazard warning lights and an  
audible warning.  
Modifying and memorising the opening  
angle  
If the space behind or above the vehicle is  
less than the travel area of the rear lid, you  
can change the opening angle of the rear lid.  
Automatic protection against overheating  
If the system is operated repeatedly in a  
short space of time, it automatically switches  
off to prevent overheating.  
To memorise a new opening angle, the rear  
lid must be open at least halfway.  
Once the system is cool again, the function  
can be reused. Until then, the rear lid can  
only be opened and closed by hand using  
reasonable force.  
Interrupt the opening process in the de-  
sired position.  
Press the button Fig. 83 on the rear  
›››  
lid for at least 3 seconds.  
If with the rear lid open the vehicle battery is  
disconnected page 333 or the corre-  
›››  
The opening angle is memorised. Memorisa-  
tion is indicated by blinking of the hazard  
warning lights and an audible warning.  
sponding fuse burns out page 58 , the sys-  
›››  
tem will have to be reset. This requires clos-  
ing the rear lid completely once.  
Resetting and memorising the opening  
angle  
Emergency unlocking  
page 110  
›››  
For the rear lid to reopen completely, the  
opening angle must be reset and memorised  
again.  
WARNING  
If a lot of snow builds up on the rear lid or it  
is heavily loaded, the rear lid may not open  
108  
Opening and closing  
Switch the ignition off.  
Stand in front of the rear bumper, in the  
If the rear bumper is very dirty.  
Rear lid with sensor-controlled  
opening and closing (Easy Open)  
If the rear bumper is wet with salt water,  
middle.  
e.g. after having driven on gritted roads.  
With a brisk movement, bring your foot  
If the vehicle has been equipped at a later  
and lower leg as close as you can to the  
bumper. The lower part of the leg needs to  
be close to the upper sensor area and your  
foot must be close to the lower sensor area  
1
time with a tow bracket.  
In the event of heavy rain, the Easy Open  
feature may take a little longer to open the  
boot or may deactivate automatically, to  
avoid the boot opening by accident, e.g. be-  
cause of the running water.  
Fig. 85  
.
›››  
Quickly remove your foot and lower leg  
2
from the sensor areas Fig. 85  
lid will be automatically opened.  
. The rear  
›››  
The Easy Open function can be connected  
and disconnected permanently in the info-  
tainment system using the button > Vehi-  
cle > Exterior > Central locking.  
If the rear lid fails to open, repeat the pro-  
Fig. 85 Rear lid with sensor-controlled  
opening (Easy Open).  
cedure after a few seconds. The detection  
zone of the lower sensor may not have been  
reached Fig. 86 .  
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WARNING  
The rear lid can be closed with another foot  
movement similar to the opening one (provi-  
ded a valid vehicle key is in the proximity of  
the rear lid).  
If there is a valid key in the proximity of the  
rear lid, in some cases the Easy Open func-  
tion may be accidentally activated and the  
rear lid will open, for example, when  
sweeping under the rear bumper, when di-  
recting a water jet or high pressure steam to  
the area or when carrying out maintenance  
work or repairs in that area. If accidentally  
opened, the rear lid could injure somebody  
situated in its area of operation or cause  
material damage.  
When closed, the rear lid automatically locks  
if the vehicle has been locked beforehand  
and there is no valid key inside.  
While the rear lid is in motion (either open-  
ing or closing), it can be stopped with anoth-  
er foot movement similar to the opening one  
(provided a valid vehicle key is in the proximi-  
ty of the rear lid).  
Fig. 86 Lower sensor detection area.  
If there is a valid vehicle key in the proximity  
of the rear lid, it is possible to unlock and  
open or close it moving one foot in the area  
of the sensors located under the rear bump-  
er.  
Therefore, always make sure that there is  
no unsupervised valid key in the area near  
the rear lid.  
The Easy Open feature is not available or on-  
ly has limited availability in the following sit-  
uations (examples):  
Before carrying out any maintenance or  
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repair work on the vehicle, always disable  
109  
Operation  
Unlocking the rear lid from inside the lug-  
gage compartment  
Closing the window: pull the button .  
the Easy Open feature via the infotainment  
system.  
Buttons on the driver door  
Using the key blade, break the pre-  
Before washing the vehicle, always disa-  
punched sheet push it out towards the inside  
of the luggage compartment.  
1
ble the Easy Open feature via the infotain-  
ment system.  
Window on the front left door  
2
Window on the front right door  
Before attaching a bicycle rack or a trail-  
Insert the key blade into the slot and move  
3
Window on the rear left door  
er, page 291 , always disable the Easy  
›››  
the key in the direction of the arrow until the  
4
Window on the rear right door  
Open feature via the infotainment system.  
lock unlocks Fig. 87 .  
›››  
5
Safety switch for deactivating the electric  
window buttons in the rear doors.  
Emergency unlocking of the rear  
lid  
The front and rear electric windows can be  
operated by using the controls on the driver  
door. The other doors each have a switch for  
their own window.  
Window controls  
Electrically opening and closing  
the windows  
Always close the windows fully if you park the  
vehicle or leave it unattended  
.
›››  
You can use the electric windows for approx.  
10 minutes after switching off the ignition if  
neither the driver door nor the front passen-  
ger door have been opened.  
Safety switch   
Fig. 87 Detail of the luggage compart-  
ment: emergency unlocking  
5
The safety control Fig. 88  
on the driver  
›››  
door can be used to disable the electric win-  
dow buttons on the rear doors.  
The rear lid can be unlocked from inside in  
the event of an emergency (e.g. no battery).  
Safety switch not pressed: buttons on rear  
doors are activated.  
Fig. 88 Detail of the driver's door: window  
controls.  
There is a groove in the luggage compart-  
ment allowing access to the emergency  
opening mechanism.  
Safety switch pressed: buttons on rear doors  
are deactivated.  
Opening the window: press the button .  
110  
Opening and closing  
The safety control symbol lights up in yel-  
low if the buttons on the rear doors are  
switched off.  
During convenience closing, first the win-  
dows and then the sliding sunroof will be  
closed.  
Release the button and pull upwards and  
hold again. The one-touch function is now  
ready for operation.  
In the infotainment system different settings  
can be adjusted using the function button   
> Vehicle > Exterior > Windows > Conven-  
ience opening.  
The automatic one-touch electric windows  
can be reinitialised individually or several at a  
time.  
Convenience open/close function  
The electric windows can be opened or  
closed from outside using the vehicle key:  
WARNING  
Convenience opening:  
One-touch opening and closing  
Observe the safety warnings  
duction on page 104.  
in Intro-  
›››  
Press and hold the button on the remote  
The one-touch automatic opening and clos-  
ing is used to open or close the windows  
completely. It will not be necessary to hold  
the button of the corresponding electric  
window.  
control key until all the windows and the sun-  
roof have reached the desired position.  
Incorrect use of the electric windows can  
result in injury.  
OR: First unlock the vehicle using the   
Never close the rear lid without observing  
button on the remote control key and then  
keep the key in the driver door lock until all  
the windows and the sunroof have reached  
the required position.  
and ensuring it is clear, to do otherwise  
could cause serious injury to you and third  
parties. Make sure that no one is in the path  
of a window.  
For the automatic raising function: pull the  
button for the corresponding window up-  
wards until it reaches the second position.  
If the ignition is switched on, the electric  
Convenience closing:  
For the automatic lowering function: push  
the button for the corresponding window  
upwards until it reaches the second position.  
equipment could be activated with risk of  
injury, for example, in the electric windows.  
Press and hold button on the remote  
control key until all the windows and the sun-  
roof are closed  
The doors can be locked using the re-  
.
›››  
Stop automatic movement: push or pull on  
the button of the corresponding window.  
mote control key. This could become an  
obstacle for assistance in an emergency sit-  
uation.  
OR: Keep the key in the driver door in the  
"lock" position until all the windows and the  
sunroof are closed.  
Resetting one-touch opening and closing  
Therefore always take the key with you  
OR using the Keyless Access system (only  
when you leave the vehicle.  
The one-touch opening and closing function  
is not active after the vehicle battery has  
been disconnected or is flat and will have to  
be reset.  
locking): Press and hold the locking sensor  
The electric windows will work until the  
surface Fig. 90 (arrow) on the door han-  
›››  
ignition has been switched off and one of  
the front doors has been opened.  
dle for several seconds to close the windows  
and the sunroof. If you release the sensor  
surface, the closing movement stops.  
If necessary, use the safety switch to disa-  
Pull the button of the corresponding win-  
ble the rear electric windows. Make sure  
that they have been disabled.  
dow and hold it for one second in this posi-  
tion.  
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111  
Operation  
If there is no obvious reason why the win-  
For safety reasons, you should only use  
WARNING  
dow cannot be closed, try to close it again by  
pulling the tab within ten seconds. The win-  
dow closes with maximum force. The roll-  
back function is now deactivated.  
the remote control open and close func-  
tions within about 2 metres of the vehicle.  
To avoid injuries, always keep an eye on the  
windows when pressing the button to close  
them. The windows stop moving as soon as  
the button is released.  
If the sunroof is used negligently or without  
paying due attention, it can cause serious  
injury.  
Open or close the sunroof and the sun  
If more than 10 seconds pass, the window  
blind only when no one is in their path of  
movement.  
will open fully when you operate one of the  
buttons. One-touch closing is reactivated.  
Never leave any key inside the vehicle  
Note  
when exiting.  
WARNING  
If the window is not able to close because it  
is stiff or because of an obstruction, the  
window will automatically open again  
Never leave a child or any other person  
Observe the safety warnings  
in Elec-  
›››  
who may need help in the vehicle, especial-  
ly if they have access to the vehicle key. If  
using they key unattended, they could lock  
the vehicle, start the engine, switch on the  
ignition and activate the sunroof.  
trically opening and closing the windows on  
page 111.  
page 112. If this happens, check why the  
›››  
window could not be closed before at-  
tempting to close it again.  
The roll-back function does not prevent  
fingers or other parts of the body getting  
pinched against the window frame. Risk of  
accident.  
After switching off, it is still possible to  
open or close the sunroof during a short  
space of time provided that neither the  
driver nor passenger door is opened.  
Window anti-trap function  
The roll-back function reduces the risk of in-  
jury when the electric windows close.  
Sunroof  
CAUTION  
If a window is obstructed when closing au-  
tomatically, the window stops at this point  
and lowers immediately  
To prevent damage, during winter tem-  
Introduction  
peratures remove any ice or snow that  
might be on the car roof before opening  
the sunroof or adjusting the tilt position.  
.
›››  
The sunroof consists of two glass parts. The  
rear part is fixed and cannot be opened. It al-  
so has a sun blind.  
Next, check why the window does not  
close before attempting it again.  
Before leaving the vehicle or in case of  
rainfall, always close the sunroof. With the  
sunroof open or in a tilted position, water  
can enter the interior and can cause con-  
siderable damage to the electrical system.  
As a result, other damage can occur in the  
vehicle.  
If you try within the following 10 seconds  
The sunroof only works when the ignition is  
switched on. Once the ignition has been  
switched off, you can still open or close the  
sunroof for a few minutes provided the driver  
door and the front passenger door are not  
opened.  
and the window closes again with difficulty or  
there is an obstruction, the automatic clos-  
ing will stop working for 10 seconds.  
If the window is still obstructed, the win-  
dow will stop at this point.  
112  
Opening and closing  
Raising, opening and closing the sunroof  
Convenience function to open or  
close the sunroof  
Note  
Opening the sunroof:  
Leaves and other loose objects that ac-  
cumulate on the sunroof rails should be  
regularly cleaned away either by hand or  
with a vacuum.  
Automatic movement: slide your finger  
back over the functional area   
›››  
A
Fig. 89  
.
If the sunroof does not work correctly,  
Manual movement: slide back over the  
the anti-trap function will not work either.  
Contact a specialised workshop.  
functional area and keep it there.  
Closing the sunroof:  
Automatic movement: slide your finger  
A
Operating the sunroof  
forward over the functional area   
.
Manual movement: slide forward over the  
functional area and keep it there.  
Fig. 90 Door handle: sensor surface.  
Raising the sunroof:  
The sunroof can be opened and closed with  
the convenience function, just like the win-  
dows.  
The sunroof can only be raised if it is  
closed.  
Automatic movement: press briefly in the  
B
Using the door lock  
centre of the functional area   
Hold the key in the door lock of the driver  
Closing the sunroof when raised:  
door in either the unlocking or locking posi-  
tion to open or close the roof in the tilted  
position. Release the key to interrupt this  
function.  
Automatic movement: slide your finger  
Fig. 89 On the interior roof lining: sunroof  
button.  
A
forward over the functional area   
press briefly in the centre of the functional  
or  
B
area   
.
Functional area can be operated in two  
Using the remote control  
ways: sliding and pressing.  
Stop the automatic opening or closing  
movement:  
Keep the locking or unlocking button  
Sliding: The roof is opened or closed totally  
pressed to open or close the roof. If you re-  
lease the button is the opening or closing will  
stop.  
or partially.  
Press again on the functional area .  
Pressing: The roof is raised, opened or  
closed totally or partially. Press again to stop  
the automatic movement.  
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113  
Operation  
Using the Keyless Access system (only  
closing)  
forward over the functional area   
Lights  
A
Fig. 89  
and keep pressed until the sun-  
›››  
roof is fully closed.  
Press and hold the locking sensor surface  
Vehicle lighting  
The sunroof closes without the anti-trap  
Fig. 90 (arrow) on the door handle to  
close the sunroof. If you release the sensor  
surface, the closing movement stops.  
›››  
function intervening!  
Control lamps  
If the sunroof will still not close, visit a spe-  
cialised workshop.  
It lights up  
WARNING  
Anti-trap function of the panor-  
amic sunroof and sunshade  
Driving light totally or partially faulty.  
Fault in the cornering light system.  
Closing the sunroof or sun blind without  
the anti-trap function can cause serious in-  
juries.  
The anti-trap function can reduce the risk of  
injury when closing the sunroof and the sun  
It lights up  
Always be careful when closing the sun-  
blind  
. If the sunroof or sun blind en-  
›››  
roof and sun blind.  
Rear fog light switched on.  
counter resistance or an obstacle when clos-  
ing, they reopen immediately.  
No person should ever remain in the way  
of the sunroof or sun blind, especially when  
closing without the anti-trap function.  
It lights up  
Check why the sunroof or sun blind do not  
close.  
Left or right turn signal.  
The control lamp flashes twice as fast when a turn sig-  
nal is faulty.  
The anti-trap function does not prevent  
fingers or other parts of the body from be-  
coming trapped against the roof frame and  
injuries occurring.  
Try to close the sunroof or sun blind again.  
If the sunroof or sun blind cannot be  
Hazard warning lights on page 120 .  
›››  
closed due to an obstacle or some resist-  
ance, it stops at the corresponding position  
and then opens. For automatic closing, a  
new closing attempt might take place.  
It lights up  
Trailer turn signals  
If the sunroof or sun blind is still unable to  
close, close it without the anti-trap function.  
It lights up  
Main beam on or flasher on page 116 .  
›››  
Closing the sunroof without the anti-trap  
function  
It lights up  
Before approx. 5 seconds after activation  
of the anti-trap function, slide your finger  
The Light Assist system is on page 118 .  
›››  
114  
Lights  
Several warning and control lamps light up  
for a few seconds when the ignition is switch-  
ed on, signalling that the function is being  
verified. They will switch off after a few sec-  
onds.  
automatically switch on in the following sit-  
uations  
Switching on the side lights.  
:
›››  
Additionally, the following light functions can  
be activated by pressing on the correspond-  
ing symbol.  
The photo sensor detects darkness, for ex-  
ample, when driving through a tunnel. They  
switch off when adequate lighting is detec-  
ted.  
When the function is activated, the corre-  
sponding symbol lights up. To deactivate it,  
you will need to press on the symbol again.  
WARNING  
The rain sensor detects rain and activates  
Observe the safety warnings  
in Con-  
›››  
the wipers. They switch off when the wipers  
have not been activated for a few minutes.  
trol and warning lamps on page 84.  
  
Turning the front fog lights on or off  
Daytime running lights  
Lighting and visibility buttons  
The daytime running lights consist of individ-  
ual lights, integrated in the front headlights.  
  
Turning the rear fog lights on or off.  
The daytime running lights come on every  
time the ignition is switched on if the lamps  
are off or the lamp  is alight, if the light  
sensor does not detect darkness. The day-  
light running lights turn off when the ignition  
is turned off.  
Connecting or disconnecting the wind-  
  
screen demisting function page 150 .  
›››  
Connecting or disconnecting the heated  
  
rear window page 150 .  
›››  
When the lamp  is alight, a light sensor  
automatically switches dipped beam on and  
off (including the control and instrument  
lighting) or the daytime running lights de-  
pending on the level of exterior lighting.  
The driver is personally responsible for the  
correct use and adjustment of the lights in all  
situations.  
Fig. 91 Dash panel: lights control.  
By clicking on the button   you can se-  
lect between (the corresponding indicator  
lights up):  
Automatic dipped beam headlight control  
  
Motorway light  
The automatic dipped beam control is mere-  
ly intended as an aid and is not able to recog-  
nise all driving situations.  
The motorway light is available on vehicles  
equipped with LED High lights.  
Switching on the dipped beam headlights.  
The function is connected and disconnected  
via the corresponding Infotainment system  
menu.  
Automatic control of dipped beam head-  
lights and daytime running lights.  
When the lamp  is alight, the vehicle  
lights and the instrument panel and controls  
  
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115  
Operation  
Activation: when going above 110 km/h  
Turn signal and main beam lever  
ahead and to ensure that other road users  
are able to see you.  
(68 mph) for more than 10 seconds, the dip-  
ped beam raises slightly to increase the driv-  
er's visibility distance.  
Always use your dipped beam head lights  
if it is raining or if visibility is poor.  
Deactivation: when reducing the speed of  
Never drive with daytime lights if the road  
the vehicle below 100 km/h (62 mph), the  
dipped beam immediately returns to its nor-  
mal position.  
is not well lit due to weather or lighting  
conditions.  
WARNING  
Audible warnings to advise the driver that  
the lights have not been switched off  
If the headlights are set too high and not  
used correctly, there is a risk of dazzling or  
distracting other road users. This could re-  
sult in a serious accident.  
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.  
Fig. 92 Turn signal and main beam lever  
(depending on the version).  
Always make sure that the headlights are  
More the lever to the required position:  
correctly adjusted.  
When the parking light is on page 116 .  
›››  
1
Right turn light or right-hand parking  
light (ignition switched off).  
Note  
When the lamp or is on.  
The legal requirements regarding the use  
2
Left turn light or left-hand parking light  
(ignition switched off).  
WARNING  
of vehicle lights in each country must be  
observed.  
If the road is not well lit and other road  
users cannot see the vehicle well enough or  
at all, accidents may occur.  
3
Turning main beam headlights on: con-  
trol lamp lit up on the instrument pan-  
el.  
The dipped beam headlights will only  
work with the ignition on. The side lights  
come on automatically when the ignition is  
turned off.  
The automatic dipped beam control  
4
The headlight flasher comes on while we  
( ) only switches on the dipped beam  
when there are changes in light conditions  
but not, for example, when it is foggy.  
pull the lever. Control lamp lit up.  
The rear fog light can dazzle drivers be-  
hind you. You should use the rear fog light  
only when visibility is very poor.  
Place the lever in rest position to turn off the  
corresponding function.  
WARNING  
Convenience turn signals  
The side lights or daytime running lights are  
not bright enough to illuminate the road  
When the ignition is switched on, move the  
lever as far as possible upwards or  
116  
Lights  
downwards and release the lever. The turn  
signal will flash three times.  
WARNING  
lights also work when the ignition is switch-  
ed off.  
Improper or lack of use of the turn signals,  
or forgetting to deactivate them can con-  
fuse other road users. This could result in a  
serious accident.  
The convenience turn signals are activated  
and deactivated in the infotainment system  
using the function button > Vehicle > Ex-  
terior > Light > Convenience turn signals  
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.  
Always give warning when you are going  
page 89.  
The main beam headlights can only be  
›››  
to change lane, overtake or when turning,  
activating the turn signal in good time.  
switched on if the dipped beam headlights  
are already on.  
In vehicles that do not have the correspond-  
ing menu, this function can be deactivated in  
a specialised workshop.  
As soon as you have finished changing  
In cold or damp weather conditions, the  
lane, overtaking or turning, switch the turn  
signal off.  
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.  
Parking light   
WARNING  
The parking lights will only work with the ig-  
nition off. If said light is on, an audible warn-  
ing will sound while the driver door is open.  
Incorrect use of the headlights may cause  
accidents and serious injury, as the main  
beam may distract or dazzle other drivers.  
The parking light does not activate auto-  
matically if the left- or right-hand turn sig-  
nal is left on and the ignition is disconnec-  
ted.  
Switch the ignition off.  
Move the turn signal lever up or down.  
Note  
When you turn the ignition off without  
When the parking light is switched on, the  
front side light and the tail light on the corre-  
sponding side of the vehicle turn on.  
Main beam assist (Light Assist)  
having 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.  
The main beam assist automatically prevents  
glare from vehicles moving in the opposite  
direction or ahead in the same direction. In  
addition, the main beam assist detects illu-  
minated areas and disconnects the main  
beam headlight when passing, e.g. by popu-  
lated areas.  
Parking light on both sides  
Switch the ignition off.  
If the convenience turn signals are oper-  
Press the button   to select .  
Lock the vehicle from the outside.  
ating (three flashes) and the other conven-  
ience turn signals are switched on, the ac-  
tive part stops flashing and only flashes  
once in the new part selected.  
In doing so, only the side lights of both head-  
lights light up, and additionally the tail lights  
will do so partially.  
Within its limitations, the assist system auto-  
matically connects or disconnects the main  
The turn signal only works when the igni-  
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tion is switched on. The hazard warning  
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Operation  
beam headlight depending on the environ-  
mental and traffic conditions, as well as the  
On roads with insufficient lighting with very  
situations and is limited under certain cir-  
cumstances.  
reflective signs  
speed  
.
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If road users are insufficiently lit up, e.g.  
pedestrians or cyclists.  
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  
additional headlights are installed.  
Switching the main beam assist on  
Turn on the ignition and select the mode  
On closed curves, when the traffic in the  
opposite direction is partially hidden, on pro-  
nounced slopes or inclinations.  
 in the lights panel Fig. 91 .  
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From the base position, press the turn sig-  
nal and main beam headlights lever forwards  
On roads with traffic in the opposite direc-  
tion and with a central reservation barrier  
where the driver can see over it e.g. lorry  
drivers.  
CAUTION  
3
Fig. 92  
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To avoid affecting the operation of the sys-  
tem, take the following points into consid-  
eration:  
When the main beam assistant is on, the   
indicator lamp lights up on the instrument  
cluster display.  
In the event of fog, snow or heavy rain  
In the event of dust or sand storms  
If the windscreen is damaged in the cam-  
Clean the field of vision of the camera  
regularly and make sure it is free of snow  
and ice.  
Switching the main beam assist off  
era's field of vision.  
Disconnect the mode  in the lights  
panel Fig. 91 .  
If the camera's field of vision is misted up,  
dirty or covered by a sticker, snow or ice.  
Do not cover the field of vision of the  
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camera.  
OR: while the main beam is on, pull the  
If the camera is damaged or if the power  
Check that the windscreen is not dam-  
turn signal light and main beam headlights  
lever forwards Fig. 92  
aged in the area of the field of vision of the  
camera.  
supply has been cut off.  
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.
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WARNING  
OR: push the turn signal and main beam  
headlight lever forwards to manually turn on  
the main beam. The main beam assist will  
then be deactivated.  
Note  
The convenience features of the main  
beam assist should not encourage the tak-  
ing of risks. The system is not a replace-  
ment for driver concentration.  
The headlight flasher can be turned on  
and off manually at any time with the turn  
signal and main beam lever page 116 .  
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If there are objects that radiate light in  
System limitations  
You are always in control of the main  
beam and adapting it to the light, visibility  
and traffic conditions.  
In the following cases, the main beam head-  
light must be switched off manually because  
the main beam assist will not disconnect it  
on time or disconnect it at all:  
the camera's area of influence, e.g. a porta-  
ble navigation system, this may affect the  
operation of the main beam assist system.  
It is possible that the main beam head-  
light control does not recognise all driving  
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Lights  
In the vehicle settings menu of the infotain-  
ment system you can adjust the duration of  
the light switch-off delay, and activate and  
deactivate the function.  
Activating the “Leaving Home” function  
Fog lights with cornering light  
function  
Unlock the vehicle using the remote con-  
trol.  
The cornering light function is an additional  
function to the dipped beam headlights to  
improve lighting of the side of the road when  
taking a sharp turn at low speed.  
The “Leaving Home” function is only acti-  
vated when the lights are in  mode and  
the light sensor detects darkness.  
Activating the “Coming Home” function  
For vehicles with light and rain sensors.  
The “Leaving Home” lighting switches off  
in the following cases:  
The cornering light function works when the  
dipped beam headlights are already on and it  
is activated when driving at speeds below ap-  
proximately 40 km/h (25 mph).  
Turn off the vehicle and turn off the igni-  
tion with the lights in  page 115 mode.  
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The automatic “Coming Home” function is  
Automatically, when the “Leaving Home”  
switch-on time ends (default 30 sec).  
only active when the light sensor detects  
darkness.  
When the vehicle is locked using the re-  
mote control.  
If the steering wheel is turned or the turn  
signal is switched on, the front fog light grad-  
ually turns on. After the turn, the cornering  
light function is gradually switched off.  
For vehicles without light and rain sensors.  
If the light panel lamps are off page 115 .  
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Switch the ignition off.  
With the ignition is switched on.  
Activate the headlight flashers for approxi-  
When engaging reverse gear, both front  
mately 1 second.  
fog lights turn on.  
Note  
When the driver door is opened, the “Com-  
ing Home” lighting comes on. The headlight  
turning off time counts from when the last  
door or rear lid are closed.  
To activate the “Coming Home” and “Leav-  
ing Home” functions, the  lamp on the  
main switch of the lights should be on and  
the light sensor should detect darkness.  
“Coming home” and “Leav-  
ing home” function  
The “Coming Home” lighting turns off in  
the following cases:  
The “Coming home” and “Leaving home”  
function lights up the vehicle’s immediate  
proximity when getting into and out of it in  
the dark. When switched on, the front posi-  
tion and dipped beam lights, tail lights and li-  
cense plate light come on.  
Automatically, once the headlight turning  
off time has elapsed.  
Automatically, when a vehicle door or the  
rear lid is still open 30 seconds after starting  
the engine.  
The “Leaving Home” is controlled by a pho-  
tosensor.  
If the light panel lamps are off page 115 .  
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With the ignition is switched on.  
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Operation  
7. Always take the vehicle key with you when  
you leave the vehicle.  
Hazard warning lights  
Note  
The battery will run down if the hazard  
warning lights are left on for a long time,  
even if the ignition is switched off.  
All turn signals flash simultaneously when the  
hazard warning lights are switched on. The  
two turn signal turn signal lamps   and the  
turn signal lamp in the switch will flash at  
the same time. The simultaneous hazard  
warning lights also work when the ignition is  
switched off.  
The use of the hazard warning lights de-  
scribed here is subject to the relevant stat-  
utory requirements.  
Dynamic headlight range control  
Emergency braking warning  
The headlight range is automatically adjus-  
ted according to the vehicle load status  
when they are switched on.  
If the vehicle brakes suddenly and continu-  
ously at a speed of more than 80 km/h (50  
mph), the brake light flashes several times  
per second to warn the vehicles driving be-  
hind. If you continue braking, the hazard  
warning lights will come on automatically  
when the vehicle comes to a standstill. They  
switch off automatically when the vehicle  
starts to move again.  
Fig. 93 Dash panel: hazard warning lights  
switch  
The hazard warning lights are used to draw  
the attention of other road users to your ve-  
hicle in emergencies.  
WARNING  
Heavy objects in the vehicle may mean that  
the headlights dazzle and distract other  
drivers. This could result in a serious acci-  
dent.  
If your vehicle breaks down:  
1. Park your vehicle at a safe distance from  
moving traffic.  
Adjust the light beam to the vehicle load  
WARNING  
status so that it does not blind other driv-  
ers.  
2. Press the button to switch on the hazard  
The risk of an accident increases if your  
warning lights  
.
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vehicle breaks down. Always use the hazard  
warning lights and a warning triangle to  
draw the attention of other road users to  
your stationary vehicle.  
3. Switch the ignition off.  
4. Apply the electronic parking brake.  
Driving abroad  
5. Engage 1st gear in vehicles with a manual  
gearbox, or press the parking lock button  
P in vehicles with automatic transmission.  
Due to the high temperatures that the  
The light beam of the dipped beam lights is  
asymmetric: the side of the road on which  
you are driving is lit more intensely.  
catalytic converter can reach, never park in  
an area where the catalytic converter could  
come into contact with highly inflammable  
materials, for example dry grass or spilt  
petrol. This could start a fire.  
6. Use the warning triangle to draw the at-  
tention of other road users to your vehi-  
cle.  
When a car that is manufactured in a country  
that drives on the right travels to a country  
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Lights  
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.  
With the ignition switched on and without  
switching on the lights, the lighting dims as  
the exterior light decreases. In some cases,  
e.g. when driving through a tunnel without  
the  function active, the instrument pan-  
el lighting may even switch off. The objective  
of this function is to provide the driver with a  
visual indication that he or she should acti-  
vate the dipped beam.  
Door contact connection.  
The interior lights come on automatically  
when you unlock the vehicle, open a door  
or disconnect the ignition.  
The light goes out a few seconds after  
closing all the doors, when locking the ve-  
hicle or connecting the ignition.  
  
In such cases, the regulations specify certain  
light values that must be complied with for  
designated points of the light distribution.  
This is known as “Tourist light”.  
Reading light  
The reading light is tactile, each lens is  
turned on and off individually by pressing in  
the respective central area. In addition, the  
intensity of the light can be adjusted accord-  
ing to the pressure exerted.  
If your vehicle is equipped with a digital in-  
strument cluster (Digital Cockpit), the fol-  
lowing message will appear Turn on the  
lights on the instrument cluster.  
The light distribution of the headlights allows  
the specific “tourist light” values to be met  
without the need for stickers or changes be-  
ing made to the settings.  
If you want to turn on the two lenses togeth-  
Note  
er you must press the symbol Fig. 94 .  
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Interior and reading lights  
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.  
Glove compartment and luggage com-  
partment lighting  
When opening and closing the glove com-  
partment on the front passenger side and  
the rear lid, the respective light will automati-  
cally switch on and off.  
Interior lights  
Footwell lighting  
Lighting of the instrument panel,  
displays and switches  
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 intensity while driving. This intensity  
can be adjusted through the infotainment  
system menu using the function button >  
Fig. 94 Detail of roof lining: front lighting  
of the passenger compartment.  
Depending on the model, the lighting of the  
instrument cluster and controls can be ad-  
justed in the infotainment system, using the  
function button > Vehicle > Interior > In-  
Turning the interior lights on or off.  
»
Background lighting page 89 ).  
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fotainment page 89 .  
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121  
Operation  
Note  
of turning the ignition off. This prevents the  
battery from discharging.  
The reading lights go out when the vehicle  
is closed and locked or after a few minutes  
Background lighting  
Fig. 95 Schematic representation: Back-  
ground lighting  
The background lighting lights up the area of  
the centre console, the footwell area and,  
depending on the version, the front door  
panels and the instrument panel line.  
Manual: to adjust the intensity of the back-  
reaches 10 km/h while either of the two  
front doors is not closed properly.  
ground 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.  
Rear windows locked alert: Representa-  
tion on the line of the respective front door  
when the operation buttons of the rear win-  
dows are pressed, if they have been locked  
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There are predefined Background Lighting  
Off: turns off the background lighting.  
versions Fig. 95 . The intensity of the light-  
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with the safety button Fig. 88  
vehicle is locked (Auto Lock).  
and the  
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ing can be adjusted using the function but-  
Additional functions of the background  
lighting  
ton :  
Representation of the hazard warning  
Automatic: lights up the interior of the ve-  
lights: Animation on the entire background  
Door open alert: Representation on the  
line of the respective front door if the vehicle  
hicle depending on the selected driving  
mode.  
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Visibility  
lighting line while the hazard warning light  
function is active.  
More the lever to the required position:  
Visibility  
Short wipe. Brief press, short clean.  
Hold the lever down for more time to in-  
crease the wipe frequency.  
Representation of acceleration: Anima-  
4
  
Windscreen wiper and rear  
window wiper systems  
tion on the entire background lighting line  
when accelerating. This function is only rep-  
resented in the Cupra when the link be-  
tween the background lighting and the drive  
profile is activated.  
Windscreen washer. The windscreen  
washer function is activated by pushing  
the lever towards the steering wheel,  
5
Window washer lever  
and the wipers operate simultaneously.  
The representation of these functions by the  
background lighting can be switched on and  
off both individually and as a whole in the in-  
fotainment system: > Background light-  
ing > Settings.  
Interval wipe for rear window. The wiper  
will wipe the window approximately ev-  
ery six seconds.  
6
The rear window wash function is activa-  
ted by pressing the lever, and the rear  
wiper starts simultaneously.  
7
WARNING  
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.  
Fig. 96 Operating the windscreen wiper  
and rear wiper.  
More the lever to the required position:  
0
Windscreen wipers off.  
  
CAUTION  
Wiper intervals.  
If the ignition is switched off while the  
windscreen wipers are switched on, they  
complete their wipe and return to the rest  
position. When the ignition is switched  
back on, the windscreen wiper will contin-  
ue to operate at the same wiping level. Ice,  
A
Use control Fig. 96  
to set the in-  
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1
  
terval (vehicles without rain sensor), or  
the sensitivity of the rain sensor.  
Slow sweep adjustable by using control  
2
3
  
  
A
Fig. 96  
.
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»
Fast sweep adjustable by using control  
A
Fig. 96  
.
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123  
Operation  
change to a lower position speed. The set  
speed will be resumed when the vehicle pulls  
away.  
Rain sensor  
snow and other obstacles on the wind-  
screen may damage the wiper and the  
windscreen wiper motor.  
The air conditioner comes on for approxi-  
If necessary, remove snow and ice from  
mately 30 seconds in air recirculation mode  
when the windscreen washer is activated,   
to prevent the smell of the windscreen wash-  
er fluid entering the inside the vehicle.  
the windscreen wipers before starting your  
journey.  
Do not switch on the windscreen wipers if  
the windscreen is dry. Cleaning with the  
windscreen wipers while dry can cause  
damage.  
When wiping at intervals, the intervals vary  
according to the speed. The higher the vehi-  
cle speed the shorter the intervals.  
In icy conditions, always check that the  
wiper blades are not frozen to the glass be-  
fore using the wipers. In cold weather, it  
may help to leave the vehicle parked with  
Fig. 97 Wiper lever: adjust the rain sensor  
A.  
Note  
The wiper will try to wipe away any obsta-  
the wipers in service position page 50 .  
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cles that are on the windscreen. The wiper  
will stop moving if the obstacle blocks its  
path. Remove the obstacle and switch the  
wiper back on again.  
Note  
The windscreen and window wipers only  
The windscreen will be wiped again ap-  
function when the ignition is switched on  
and the bonnet or rear lid, respectively, are  
closed.  
proximately 5 seconds after the windscreen  
washer has been activated, provided the  
vehicle is moving (“drip” function). If you  
activate the wipers less than 10 seconds af-  
ter the “drip” function, a new wash se-  
quence 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.  
The rear wiper is automatically switched  
on when the windscreen wiper is on and the  
car is in reverse gear.  
Fig. 98 Rain sensor sensitive surface  
The rain sensor controls the frequency of  
the windscreen wiper intervals, depending  
Wiper functions  
Windscreen wipers performance in differ-  
ent situations  
on the amount of rain  
of the rain sensor can be adjusted manually.  
. The sensitivity  
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Manual wipe page 123 .  
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If you stop the vehicle with the windscreen  
wiper in position 1 or 2, it will automatically  
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Visibility  
Move the lever to the required position  
reduce the effectiveness of the rain sensor  
or make it react more slowly, later or not at  
all.  
Mirrors  
Fig. 97:  
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Interior mirror anti-dazzle func-  
tion  
0
Rain sensor off.  
Windscreen crack: the impact of a stone  
1
Rain sensor on; automatic wipe if neces-  
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 accordingly. The behaviour of the  
sensor will vary with the size of the damage  
caused by the stone.  
sary.  
Rear view mirror with automatic anti-daz-  
zle function  
A
Setting sensitivity level of rain sensor  
Set control to the right: high sensitivity.  
Set control to the left: low sensitivity.  
The anti-dazzle function is activated every  
time the ignition is switched on.  
When the ignition is switched off and then  
back on, the rain sensor remains active and  
starts operating again when the windscreen  
1
When the anti-dazzle function is enabled,  
the interior rear vision mirror will darken au-  
tomatically according to the amount of light  
it receives. The anti-dazzle function is can-  
celled if reverse gear is engaged.  
WARNING  
The rain sensor may not detect enough rain  
to switch on the wipers.  
wipers are in position  
and the vehicle is  
travelling at more than 16 km/h (10 mph).  
If necessary, switch on the wipers man-  
ually when water on the windscreen ob-  
structs visibility.  
WARNING  
Modified behaviour of the rain sensor  
In the event that an automatic anti-dazzle  
rear vision mirror breaks, an electrolyte flu-  
id may leak. This could cause irritation to  
the skin, eyes and respiratory organs. If you  
come into contact with this liquid, it must  
be rinsed with large quantities of water. If  
necessary, get medial help.  
Possible causes of faults and mistaken read-  
ings on the sensitive surface Fig. 98 of the  
Note  
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rain sensor include:  
Regularly clean the sensitive surface of  
the rain sensor Fig. 98 (arrow) and check  
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Damaged wipers: a film of water on the  
for possible damage to the wiper blades.  
damaged blades may lengthen the activation  
time, reduce the washing intervals or result in  
a fast and continuous wipe.  
To remove wax and coatings, we recom-  
mend a window cleaner containing alcohol.  
Do not put stickers on the windscreen in  
CAUTION  
Insects: insects on the sensor may trigger  
front of the rain sensor. This may cause  
sensor disruption or faults.  
the windscreen wiper.  
In the event that an automatic anti-dazzle  
rear vision mirror breaks, an electrolyte flu-  
id may leak. This liquid attacks plastic sur-  
faces. Clean it with a wet sponge as soon as  
possible.  
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  
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Operation  
Synchronized regulation of the exterior  
mirrors  
Adjusting the exterior mirrors  
Note  
If the light falling on the interior mirror is  
In the infotainment system, the function but-  
ton > Vehicle > Exterior > Mirrors can be  
used to select the exterior mirrors for  
synchronised adjustment.  
obstructed (e.g. with the sun blind), the an-  
ti-dazzle mirror with automatic adjustment  
will not operate perfectly.  
When the interior lights are on or reverse  
gear engaged, the mirrors do not darken  
with automatic adjustment for anti-dazzle  
position.  
1)  
Turn the knob to position L  
.
Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror. The  
right exterior mirror will be adjusted at the  
same time (synchronised).  
If you have to stick any type of sticker on  
the windscreen, do not do so in front of the  
sensors. Doing so could prevent the anti-  
dazzle function from working well or even  
from working at all.  
If necessary, correct the right-hand rear-  
view mirror: rotate the control to position R1)  
.
Fig. 99 Detail of the driver's door: control  
for the exterior mirror.  
Tilt function for front passenger exterior  
mirror  
Turn the control to the corresponding posi-  
tion:  
When parking backwards, and in order to be  
L/R Turning the knob to the desired posi-  
tion, adjust the mirrors on the driver  
side (L, left) and the passenger side (R,  
right) to the direction desired.  
able to see the kerb, the passenger side mir-  
ror can be automatically tilted towards the  
passenger to provide a better view of the  
kerb. The control must be in the position R1)  
for this feature to be operational.  
Depending on the equipment fitted on  
the vehicle, the mirrors may be heated  
The mirror returns to its original position as  
soon as you drive forward at over 15 km/h  
(9 mph) or switch off the ignition. It also re-  
turns to its original position if the position of  
the control is adjusted.  
according to the outside temperature.  
Folding in mirrors.  
1)  
Regulation in right-hand drive vehicles is sym-  
metrical.  
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Visibility  
Storing the rear view mirror settings for  
the tilt function  
WARNING  
the exterior mirrors in to prevent them  
from being damaged. Electrically retracta-  
ble exterior mirrors must not be folded in or  
out by hand, always use the electrical pow-  
er control.  
Convex or wide-angle exterior mirrors give  
a larger field of vision. However, they make  
objects look smaller and further away than  
they really are. If you use these mirrors to  
estimate the distance to vehicles behind  
you when changing lane, you could mis-  
judge the distance. Risk of accident!  
Switch the ignition on.  
In the infotainment system, select > Ve-  
hicle > Exterior > Mirrors page 89 .  
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Select the R1) position on the control.  
Note  
Select reverse gear.  
If the electrical adjustment should fail to  
Adjust the front passenger exterior mirror  
operate, both of the mirrors can be adjus-  
ted by hand by lightly pressing the edge of  
the mirror glass.  
so that you can see, for example, the kerb  
area well.  
WARNING  
Fold and unfold the exterior mirror, taking  
care to avoid injuries.  
Release the reverse gear.  
The fold-in function on the exterior mir-  
rors will not activate at speeds over  
40 km/h (25 mph).  
The adjusted position for the rear view mir-  
Only fold or unfold the exterior mirror  
ror is stored.  
when there is no-one in the way of the mir-  
ror.  
Fold the rearview mirrors when locking the  
vehicle  
When moving the mirror, take care not to  
trap fingers between the mirror and the  
mirror bracket.  
In the infotainment system, using the func-  
tion button > Vehicle > Exterior > Mirrors  
the exterior mirrors can be selected to fold in  
when the vehicle is parked and locked  
CAUTION  
If for any reason (e.g. a bump when ma-  
page 89.  
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noeuvring) one of the rear view mirrors is  
knocked out of position, the mirrors must  
first be fully retracted with the electric con-  
trol. The rear view mirror must not be  
When the vehicle is locked with the remote  
control, the exterior mirrors are retracted  
automatically. When the vehicle is opened  
with the remote control, the exterior mirrors  
are deployed automatically.  
placed by hand in the starting position, as  
the folding mechanism can be damaged.  
Before washing the vehicle in an auto-  
matic car wash, please make sure to fold  
1)  
Regulation in right-hand drive vehicles is sym-  
metrical.  
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Operation  
WARNING  
Sun protection  
Seats and headrests  
Adjusting seats  
Folded sun blinds can reduce visibility.  
sun blind  
Always store sun blinds and visors in their  
housing when not in use.  
Manual adjustment of the front  
seats  
Note  
The light above the sun visor automatically  
switches off after a few minutes in certain  
conditions. This prevents the battery from  
discharging.  
Fig. 100 Sun visor  
Options for adjusting driver and front pas-  
senger sun visors  
Lower the sun visor towards the wind-  
screen.  
Fig. 101 Front seats: manual seat settings.  
The sun visor can be pulled out of its  
mounting and turned towards the door  
1
Forwards/backwards: pull the lever and  
move the seat. The seat must engage  
when the lever is released!  
1
Fig. 100  
.
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Swing the sun visor towards the door, lon-  
gitudinally backwards.  
2
Raise/lower: pull the lever up or push  
down (several times if necessary) from its  
home position.  
There is a vanity mirror on the sun visor, with  
2
a cover. When the cover is opened  
comes on.  
a light  
3
Tilting the backrest: turn the hand wheel.  
4
Lumbar support: move the lever until the  
required position is achieved.  
The lamp goes out when the vanity mirror  
cover is closed or the sun visor is pushed  
back up.  
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Seats and headrests  
Electric driver's seat adjustment  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Incorrect seat adjustment may lead to acci-  
dents and severe injuries.  
If the electric front seats are used negli-  
gently or without paying due attention, it  
can cause serious injury.  
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. Fur-  
thermore, an incorrect position is adopted  
when adjusting the seat.  
The front seats can also be electrically  
adjusted 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  
Adjust the height, position and inclina-  
adjustment can be stopped by pressing any  
control.  
tion of the front seats only when their  
movement area is empty.  
Make sure there are no objects in that  
CAUTION  
area.  
To avoid damaging the electrical compo-  
nents of the front seats, please refrain from  
kneeling on the seat or applying sharp  
pressure at a single point to the seat cush-  
ion and backrest.  
Make sure that the movement and lock-  
Fig. 102 Driver's seat: electric seat set-  
tings.  
ing areas of the seats are clean.  
WARNING  
A
Adjust the lumbar support: press the  
button according to the desired position.  
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. More-  
over, the electrical components of the  
front seats might be damaged.  
Note  
B
Seat forwards/backwards: press the but-  
ton forwards/backwards.  
It may not be possible to electrically ad-  
just the seat if the vehicle battery is very  
low.  
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.  
If the engine is started while the seats are  
being electrically adjusted, the adjustment  
will stop.  
C
Backrest further upright/further re-  
clined: press the button forwards/back-  
wards.  
Never attach or place seat upholstery or  
When changing user a warning will be  
covers on the electric controls.  
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.  
Never use upholstery or seat covers that  
have not been explicitly authorised for the  
seats of the vehicle.  
The position will be saved automatically in  
the CUPRA Connect Active user when the  
ignition is switched off.  
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Operation  
WARNING  
Adjusting the headrests  
Headrest  
If travelling with the headrests removed or  
improperly adjusted, the risk of severe or  
fatal injuries in the event of accidents and  
sudden braking or manoeuvres increases.  
Introduction  
The possibilities for the adjustment and dis-  
assembly of the headrests are described be-  
low. Always make sure that the seats are cor-  
Always travel with the headrest correctly  
installed and adjusted.  
rectly adjusted page 13 .  
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To decrease the risk of cervical injuries in  
the event of an accident, adjust the head-  
rest correctly based on your height, always  
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 headrest as  
possible and centred.  
All seats are equipped with a headrest. The  
central rear headrest is only intended for the  
central seat of the rear bench. Therefore, do  
not install it on any other seat.  
Fig. 103 Front seat: headrest adjustment.  
Correct adjustment of headrest  
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 headrest as possible.  
Never adjust the headrest while the vehi-  
cle is in motion.  
Under no circumstances should the rear  
passengers travel while the headrests are in  
the non-use position.  
Adjusting the headrest for short people  
CAUTION  
Lower the headrest completely, even if your  
head is below its upper edge. In the lowest  
position, there may be a small distance be-  
tween the headrest and the backrest.  
When assembling and disassembling the  
headrests, 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.  
Fig. 104 Rear headrest: headrest adjust-  
ment.  
Adjusting the height of the headrests  
Adjusting the headrest for tall people  
Grab the sides of the headrests with both  
Push the headrest up as far as it will go.  
hands and push upwards to the desired posi-  
tion. To lower it, repeat the same action,  
1
pressing the  
Fig. 103  
Fig. 104 but-  
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ton on the side.  
130  
Seats and headrests  
The headrest must lock correctly in one  
Unlock the backrest page 132 .  
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Seat functions  
position.  
Move the headrest upwards until it arrives  
to the top.  
Memory function  
1
Press button Fig. 105  
, while simulta-  
›››  
Removing and fitting the headr-  
ests  
2
neously pressing on the security hole  
with  
a flat screwdriver a maximum of 5 mm wide,  
and remove the headrest.  
Move the backrest until it engages properly  
in Folding down and raising the rear  
›››  
seat backrest on page 133.  
Fitting the rear headrests  
Fig. 106 On the outer side of the driver's  
seat: memory buttons.  
To mount the external headrests, the corre-  
sponding backrest must be partially folded  
forward.  
Memory buttons  
Unlock the backrest page 132 .  
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The memory buttons can be used to save  
and turn on settings for the driver seat and  
the exterior mirrors.  
Fig. 105 Rear headrest: removal.  
Insert the headrest bars into the guides  
until they perceptibly engage. It should not  
be possible to remove the headrest from the  
backrest.  
Removing and fitting the front headrests  
Move the headrest upwards until it arrives  
to the top.  
Save the settings of the driver seat and the  
exterior mirrors while driving forward  
Move the backrest until it engages properly  
1
Press the side button Fig. 103  
and  
›››  
in Folding down and raising the rear  
›››  
Apply the electronic parking brake.  
remove the headrest.  
seat backrest on page 133.  
Move the gearshift to the neutral position.  
Switch the ignition on.  
To refit, insert the headrest into the holes  
in the backrest, pushing it down until it en-  
gages.  
WARNING  
Adjust the driver seat and the exterior mir-  
Remove the rear headrests only when it is  
necessary to fit a child seat. After removing  
a child seat, refit the headrest immediately.  
rors.  
Removing the rear headrests  
Press  for longer than 1 second  
Fig. 106.  
›››  
To remove the headrest, the corresponding  
backrest must be partially folded forward.  
Press the memory button in which to store  
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the settings within approx. 10 seconds. A  
131  
Operation  
warning sound will confirm they have been  
stored.  
changed to a position other than R  
Folding down and raising the rear  
seat backrest  
page 125.  
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Storing the passenger rear view mirror set-  
tings while driving in reverse  
Initialising the seat position memory  
The position memory system must be restar-  
ted if, for example, the driver seat has been  
changed.  
Apply the electronic parking brake.  
Move the gearshift to the neutral position.  
Switch the ignition on.  
Restarting deletes all memories and assign-  
ments for the seat with position memory.  
The memory keys can then be programmed  
again.  
Press the required memory button.  
Select reverse gear.  
Adjust the front passenger exterior mirror  
Open the driver door and do not get into  
the vehicle.  
so that you can see, for example, the kerb  
area well.  
Fig. 107 Rear seat: clip to hold the seatbelt  
in place.  
Operating the seat settings from outside  
the vehicle.  
The new position of the mirror will be stor-  
ed automatically and allocated to the vehicle  
key that was used to unlock the vehicle.  
Move the angle of the seat backrest com-  
pletely forwards.  
Activating settings  
Release the control to set the angle and  
then press again until an audible warning is  
heard.  
With the vehicle stopped and the ignition  
switched on, press and hold the correspond-  
ing memory button until the saved position is  
reached.  
WARNING  
Adjust the memory function only when the  
vehicle is stationary.  
OR: With the ignition switched off and the  
driver's door open, briefly press the corre-  
sponding button.  
Fig. 108 Rear seat: folding the backrest.  
Note  
The front passenger side exterior mirror  
The rear seat backrest is split and each part  
be lowered separately to extend the luggage  
compartment.  
automatically 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  
If the driver door is opened approx. 10 mi-  
nutes after the vehicle was unlocked or lat-  
er, the driver seat and the exterior mirrors  
do not move automatically.  
132  
Seats and headrests  
Folding the backrest forwards  
Unlock the seat backrest with the  
cord  
centre rear seat. If someone is seated in a  
seat whose backrest is not properly engag-  
ed they will fly forward, along with the  
backrest, during an accident or a sudden  
driving or braking manoeuvre.  
Place the side seat belts in the trim clip  
Fig. 107.  
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Completely lower the rear headrests  
page 130.  
›››  
2
A red signal on the button  
warns that  
1
Press the unlock button Fig. 108  
wards and at the same time fold the backrest  
for-  
›››  
the backrest is not engaged. Always check  
that the red marking is not visible when the  
backrest is in the upright position.  
down. The rear seat backrest is not engaged  
2
when the red marking of the button  
visible.  
is  
When the rear seat backrest is lowered or  
is not properly engaged nobody else can  
travel in the corresponding seats (not even  
a child).  
Converting the table to a seat  
Raise and lock in the back rest. The red  
Fig. 109 In the luggage compartment: lev-  
ers to unlock the rear backrest.  
2
marking on the tab  
should no longer be  
CAUTION  
visible when the backrest is properly se-  
cured.  
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.  
Lower the head restraint properly.  
Open the rear lid.  
WARNING  
Pull the remote release lever of the left  
Serious injuries can be caused if the rear  
seat backrest is lowered or lifted without  
due care and attention.  
Before lowering the rear seat backrest,  
1
2
part Fig. 109  
or right part  
of the  
›››  
always adjust the front seats so that neither  
the head restraints nor the cushions of the  
rear backrest can hit them.  
backrest in the direction of the arrow. The  
released part of the rear seat backrest is fol-  
ded automatically down and forwards.  
Never lower or lift the rear seat backrest  
while driving.  
If this occurs, close the rear lid.  
Do no trap or damage the seat belt when  
raising the rear seat backrest.  
The rear seat backrest is not engaged when  
2
the red marking of the button Fig. 108  
›››  
When lowering or lifting the rear seat  
is visible.  
backrest, keep your hands, fingers, feet and  
other body parts out of its path.  
For the rear seat belts to offer the neces-  
sary protection all the parts of the rear  
backrest must be properly engaged. This is  
particularly important in the case of the  
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Operation  
Front centre armrest  
Never let anyone sit on the centre arm-  
Transport and practical  
equipment  
rest while the vehicle is in motion, not even  
a child. This position is incorrect and may  
cause severe injuries.  
Storing objects  
Positioning the luggage and car-  
go  
It is possible to carry objects and luggage in  
the vehicle, in a trailer page 291 and on  
›››  
the roof page 140 . When doing so, please  
›››  
Fig. 110 Front centre armrest  
consider all legal provisions.  
To raise the armrest, pull it fully up in the di-  
Placing luggage inside the vehicle safely  
rection of the arrow Fig. 110 up or step by  
›››  
step depending on the desired opening.  
Distribute the load in the vehicle as evenly  
as possible.  
To lower the armrest, first lift it to its highest  
position. Then lower it down.  
Always place equipment and heavy objects  
in the boot  
.
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To move the armrest horizontally, move it  
Position heavy items in the boot as far for-  
ward as possible.  
forward Fig. 110 or backward as much as  
›››  
possible in the direction of the correspond-  
ing arrow.  
Take into account the maximum author-  
ised weight per axle, as well as the maximum  
authorised weight of the vehicle  
WARNING  
page 367.  
›››  
The front centre armrest may obstruct the  
driver's arm movements, which could cause  
an accident and severe injuries.  
Secure the objects to the fastening rings of  
the boot using appropriate chains or belts  
page 138.  
Keep the storage compartments of the  
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centre armrest closed at all times while the  
vehicle is in motion.  
Also place small objects safely.  
134  
Transport and practical equipment  
Adapt tyre pressure to the load. Take into  
Remove all hard, sharp or heavy objects  
Avoid sudden braking and manoeuvres.  
Brake earlier than usual.  
account the pressure adhesive of the tyres  
›››  
from the fabrics and bags inside the cabin  
and store them safely.  
page 342.  
In vehicles equipped with tyre pressure  
WARNING  
control system, adjust to the new load status  
if necessary page 346 .  
WARNING  
Never leave your vehicle unattended, es-  
›››  
The transport of heavy object changes ve-  
hicle handling and increases braking dis-  
tance. Heavy objects that are not properly  
placed or secured may cause loss of control  
of the vehicle and thus severe injuries.  
pecially when the rear lid is open. Children  
could climb into the luggage compartment,  
closing the door behind them; they will be  
trapped and run the risk of death.  
WARNING  
Loose or unsecured objects can cause seri-  
ous injury in case of sudden manoeuvring  
or braking or in case of an accident. Partic-  
ularly if the airbag hits them when deploy-  
ing and they are thrown across the inside of  
the vehicle. Please observe the following  
rules to minimise the risk of injury:  
Close and lock all the doors and the rear  
Never put too much load in the vehicle.  
lid when you leave the vehicle. Before you  
lock the vehicle, make sure that there are  
no adults or children in the vehicle.  
Both the carrying capacity as well as the  
distribution of the load in the vehicle have  
effects on the driving behaviour and brak-  
ing ability.  
CAUTION  
Place all objects inside the vehicle safely.  
Secure all objects, little and large.  
When transporting heavy objects, the  
Electrical wires or, depending on the fea-  
tures, the antenna embedded into the rear  
windows could be damaged, even irrepara-  
bly, if they are in contact with objects.  
driving behaviour of the vehicle varies due  
to the displacement of the centre of gravi-  
ty.  
Place the objects in the cabin in such a  
way that they can never reach the airbag  
deployment areas while the vehicle is in  
motion.  
Always distribute the load in the vehicle  
as evenly and horizontally as possible.  
Note  
Keep the storage compartments closed  
Always place heavy objects in the boot  
at all times while the vehicle is in motion.  
before the rear axle and as far away from it  
as possible.  
Straps for securing the load to the fastening  
rings are commercially available from ac-  
cessory shops.  
Place the objects in such a way that they  
never force any occupant of the vehicle to  
sit in an incorrect position.  
Objects in the luggage compartment that  
are unsecured could move suddenly and  
modify the handling of the vehicle.  
When transporting objects that take up a  
seat, never let anyone use that seat.  
Adapt your speed and driving style at all  
times to suit visibility, weather, road and  
traffic conditions.  
Never leave hard, sharp or heavy objects  
loose in open storage compartment of the  
vehicle, on the cover behind the rear seat  
or on the dashboard.  
Accelerate with particular care and cau-  
tion.  
135  
Operation  
Remove the rear shelf from the side sup-  
If the luggage compartment is overloa-  
Luggage compartment  
ports Fig. 112 by pulling it upwards and  
then take it out.  
›››  
ded, remove the tray.  
Luggage compartment shelf  
Note  
If necessary, the rear shelf can be stored un-  
der the luggage compartment double floor  
Ensure that, when placing items of clothing  
on the luggage compartment cover, rear  
visibility is not reduced.  
page 137.  
›››  
Fitting  
Insert the cover horizontally so that the  
“recess” fits onto the axis of the supports  
Fig. 112 and press down until it engages.  
›››  
B
Hook the loops Fig. 111  
to the rear  
›››  
lid.  
Fig. 111 In the luggage compartment: re-  
moving and fitting the shelf.  
WARNING  
Animals, loose or unsecured or objects car-  
ried on the rear shelf can cause serious in-  
jury in case of sudden manoeuvring or  
braking or in case of an accident.  
Do not leave hard, sharp or heavy objects  
or in bags on the rear shelf.  
Never transport animals on the rear shelf.  
CAUTION  
Before closing the rear lid, ensure that  
the rear shelf is correctly fitted.  
Fig. 112 In the luggage compartment: re-  
moving and fitting the shelf.  
An overloaded luggage compartment  
could mean that the rear shelf is not cor-  
rectly seated and it may be bent or dam-  
aged.  
Removing  
B
Detach the cord loops Fig. 111  
from  
›››  
A
their hooks  
.
136  
Transport and practical equipment  
Place the rear shelf in the corresponding  
Store the rear shelf  
housing Fig. 114 .  
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Put the left and right covers in their original  
position.  
Variable luggage compartment  
floor  
Fig. 116 Variable luggage compartment  
floor: inclined position.  
Fig. 113 In the luggage compartment: cov-  
ers for storing the rear shelf.  
Variable floor in high position  
To move from the low position to the high  
position, lift the floor using the handle  
1
Fig. 115 , and pull it back until the front  
›››  
of the floor has fully passed the supports  
2
Fig. 115  
.
›››  
Move the floor forward over the supports  
as far as the rear seat backrest and then low-  
1
er the floor with the handle  
.
Variable floor in low position  
To move from the high position to the low  
Fig. 114 In the luggage compartment: fit-  
ting the rear shelf.  
position, lift the floor using the handle  
1
Fig. 115 , and pull it back until the front  
›››  
of the floor has fully passed the supports  
Depending on the equipment, once the lug-  
gage compartment shelf has been removed,  
it can be stored under the boot floor.  
2
Fig. 115  
.
›››  
Fig. 115 Variable luggage compartment  
floor: raised position; lowered posi-  
tion.  
Now let the front part fall to the floor and  
slide the floor forwards as far as the rear seat  
backrest; lower the floor at the same time  
with the handle  
Remove the left and right covers  
Fig. 113.  
›››  
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1
.
137  
Operation  
Variable floor in the tilted position  
guide it downwards in a controlled manner.  
Otherwise, the lining and the floor of the  
luggage compartment could be damaged.  
Tighten the belts and straps in a cross lay-  
out over the load placed on the boot floor  
and secure them to the fastening rings  
safely.  
When the variable floor is tilted you can ac-  
cess the spare wheel or anti-puncture kit  
area.  
Never exceed the maximum tensile load  
Lift the variable floor in the high position  
of the fastening rings when securing ob-  
jects.  
Fastening rings  
1
using handle Fig. 115  
, pull it up and  
›››  
push it towards the backrest of the rear seats  
until it folds along the hinge line and the  
movable part of the floor is resting on itself.  
Make sure that, particularly for flat ob-  
jects, the upper edge of the load is higher  
than the fastening rings.  
Rest the floor on its housings Fig. 116  
›››  
Depending on the features, take into ac-  
(arrows).  
count the instruction panels on the boot on  
how to place the load.  
WARNING  
Never secure a child seat to the fastening  
Always secure objects, even when the  
rings.  
luggage compartment floor is properly lif-  
ted.  
Fig. 117 In the luggage compartment:  
fixed and deployable fastening rings.  
Note  
Only objects that do not protrude more  
The maximum tensile load that the fas-  
than 2/3 the height of the floor may be car-  
ried between the rear seat and the raised  
luggage compartment floor.  
There are fastening rings Fig. 117 on the  
›››  
tening rings can support is approx. 3.5 kN.  
front and rear of the boot to secure loose  
objects and luggage with fastening belts and  
cords.  
Belts, straps and securing systems for the  
appropriate load can be obtained from spe-  
cialised dealerships. To do so, CUPRA rec-  
ommends going to a specialised CUPRA  
dealer or any SEAT dealership.  
Only objects that do not weigh than ap-  
proximately 7.5 kg may be carried between  
the rear seat and the raised luggage com-  
partment floor.  
WARNING  
If unsuitable or damaged belts or retaining  
straps are used, they could break in the  
event of braking or an accident. Objects  
could then be launched across the passen-  
ger compartment and cause serious or fatal  
injuries.  
CAUTION  
The maximum weight that can be loaded  
on the luggage compartment variable floor  
in the top position is 100 kg.  
Always use belts or straps that are suita-  
Do not let the luggage compartment  
ble and in good condition.  
floor fall when closing it. Always carefully  
138  
Transport and practical equipment  
The net bag can be hooked up to the lug-  
gage compartment in different ways.  
Net bag  
Always secure the bag hooks properly so  
that they do not suddenly release from the  
fastening rings when hooking or unhooking  
them.  
Hooking the net bag into the luggage  
compartment floor  
On hooking or unhooking them, protect  
your eyes and face in case the hooks are re-  
leased suddenly.  
If necessary, the front eyes must be unfolded  
first page 138 .  
›››  
Always hook up the net bag hooks in the  
Secure the net hooks to the fastening rings  
described order. If a hook is unfastened  
suddenly, this may cause injuries.  
1
2
and  
Fig. 118  
. The bag zip  
›››  
›››  
should be facing upwards.  
Hook the net bag next to the load thresh-  
old  
Fig. 118 In the luggage compartment: net  
bag hooked up at floor level.  
Bag hooks  
Secure the short net hooks to the fasten-  
1
ing rings Fig. 119  
. The bag zip  
›››  
›››  
should be facing upwards.  
2
Secure the straps in the bag hooks  
.
Removing the net bag  
The hooked up net bag is taut  
.
›››  
Release the net bag from the fastening  
rings.  
Fig. 120 In the luggage compartment: bag  
hooks.  
Store the net bag in the luggage compart-  
ment.  
Fig. 119 In the luggage compartment:  
1
2
rings  
bag.  
and hooks  
for attaching the net  
There may be hooks for hanging bags on  
both sides of the luggage compartment  
WARNING  
The luggage compartment prevents light  
luggage from moving. The net bag has a zip  
and can be used to store small objects.  
To secure the elastic net bag on the fasten-  
ing rings of the boot it must be stretched  
out. Once hooked up it is taut. If the net  
bag is hooked up or unhooked incorrectly  
the hooks could cause injuries.  
Fig. 120.  
›››  
The retaining hooks have been designed to  
secure light shopping bags.  
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139  
Operation  
Close the rear lid.  
WARNING  
Never use the hooks to hang luggage or  
other objects. In case of sudden braking or  
an accident, the hooks could break.  
Closing the tailboard  
Lift the tailboard cover until it engages. The  
red mark on the luggage compartment side  
should never be visible.  
Close the rear lid.  
Trapdoor for transporting long  
objects  
Lift the centre armrest if necessary.  
Note  
Fig. 122 In the luggage compartment:  
opening the trapdoor.  
The tailboard can also be opened from the  
luggage compartment. To do so, press the  
release lever down, in the direction of the  
On the rear seat, behind the central armrest,  
there is a tailboard for transporting long  
items in the interior, such as skis.  
arrow, and the cover upwards Fig. 122 .  
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To avoid soiling the interior, dirty objects  
should be wrapped (e.g. in a blanket) before  
they are inserted through the tailboard.  
Roof carrier  
When the armrest is down, nobody may trav-  
el in the centre rear seat.  
Introduction  
Fig. 121 In the rear seat backrest: opening  
the trapdoor.  
The vehicle roof has been designed to opti-  
mise aerodynamics. For this reason, cross  
bars or conventional roof carrier systems  
cannot be secured to the roof water drains.  
Opening the tailboard  
Lower the centre armrest.  
Pull the release lever in the direction of the  
As the roof water drains are integrated in the  
roof to reduce air resistance, only CUPRA-  
approved cross bars and roof carrier systems  
can be used.  
arrow and push the tailboard cover  
1
Fig. 121  
down and forwards.  
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Open the rear lid.  
Insert the long objects through the gap  
from the luggage compartment.  
Secure the objects with the seat belt.  
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Transport and practical equipment  
Cases in which cross bars and the roof car-  
rier system should be disassembled.  
or boats on the roof. The appropriate acces-  
sories can be purchased at specialised CU-  
PRA dealers or any SEAT dealership.  
fere with the roof aerial or hamper the path  
of the panoramic sun roof and the rear lid.  
When they are not used.  
On opening the rear lid make sure that it  
does not knock into the roof load.  
Always secure the crossbars and the roof  
carrier system properly. Always take the as-  
sembly instructions that come with the  
crossbars and the roof carrier system in  
question into account.  
When the vehicle is washed in a car wash.  
When the vehicle height exceeds the max-  
For the sake of the environment  
imum height, for example, in some garages.  
When cross bars and a roof carrier system  
are installed, the increased air resistance  
means that the vehicle uses more fuel.  
WARNING  
The crossbars are assembled on the roof  
Always secure the load properly using  
railings. The distance between crossbars  
belts or retaining straps that are suitable  
and in a good condition.  
A
Fig. 123  
should be between 70 and 90  
›››  
cm and the distance between the crossbars  
Bulky, heavy, long or flat loads have a  
Securing the crossbars and the  
roof carrier system  
B
and the brackets of the roof railings  
be 15 cm.  
must  
negative effect on aerodynamics, the cen-  
tre of gravity and driving performance.  
Avoid sudden braking and manoeuvres.  
Adapt your speed and driving style at all  
WARNING  
Incorrect attachment and use of the cross-  
bars and the roof carrier system may cause  
the whole system to detach from the roof  
and cause an accident and injuries.  
times to suit visibility, weather, road and  
traffic conditions.  
CAUTION  
Always take the manufacturer assembly  
instructions into account.  
Remove the cross bars and the roof carri-  
er system before entering a car wash.  
Check threaded joints and attachments  
travelling and if necessary tighten them af-  
ter you have travelled a short distance.  
When making long trips, check the threa-  
ded joints whenever you stop for a rest.  
Vehicle height is increased by the instal-  
lation of cross bars or a roof carrier system  
and the load secured on them. For this pur-  
pose, check that your vehicle's height does  
not surpass the headspace limit, for exam-  
ple, for underpasses or for entering garage  
doors.  
Fig. 123 Attachment points for the roof  
railings for the roof carrier system.  
Do not modify or repair the crossbars or  
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roof carrier system.  
The crossbars are the basis of a series of  
special roof carrier systems. For safety rea-  
sons, special fixtures must be used to safely  
transport luggage, bicycles, skis, surf boards  
Cross bars, the roof carrier system and  
the load secured on them should not inter-  
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Operation  
Distributing a load  
Distribute loads uniformly and secure them  
correctly  
Note  
Storage compartment  
Always read the assembly instructions that  
come with the crossbars and the roof carri-  
er system carefully and keep them in the  
vehicle.  
.
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Introduction  
Check attachments  
Use the storage compartments only for small  
or light items.  
Once the cross bars and roof carrier system  
have been installed, check the bolted con-  
nections and attachments after a short jour-  
ney and subsequently with a certain fre-  
quency.  
WARNING  
Loading the roof carrier system  
Objects inside the vehicle that are not se-  
cured could be thrown across the cabin in  
the event of sudden braking or manoeu-  
vring. This may cause severe injuries as well  
as loss of control of the vehicle.  
The load can only be secured if the crossbars  
and the roof carrier system are properly in-  
WARNING  
stalled  
.
›››  
Never exceed the maximum authorised  
Maximum authorised cargo on the roof  
Do not carry animals or sharp, hard or  
load on the roof and on the axles or the ve-  
hicle's maximum authorised weight.  
heavy items in open storage compartments  
of the vehicle, on the dashboard or on the  
cover behind the rear seats, or inside  
pieces of clothing or bags inside the vehi-  
cle.  
The maximum permissible roof load is 75 kg.  
This figure comes from the combined weight  
of the roof carrier, the cross bars and the  
Never exceed the load capacity of the  
cross bars and the roof carrier system, even  
if the maximum authorised roof load has  
not been reached.  
load itself on the roof  
.
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Always check the weight of the roof carrier  
system, the cross bars and the weight of the  
load to be transported and weigh them if  
necessary. Never exceed the maximum au-  
thorised roof load.  
Keep the storage compartments closed  
Secure heavy items as far forward as pos-  
at all times while the vehicle is in motion.  
sible and distribute the vehicle load uni-  
formly.  
WARNING  
Objects in the driver's footwell could diffi-  
cult the use of the pedals. This may cause  
loss of control of the vehicle and increases  
the risk of severe injuries.  
WARNING  
If you are using cross bars and a roof carrier  
with a lower weight rating, you will not be  
able to carry the maximum authorised roof  
load. In this case, do not exceed the maxi-  
mum weight limit for the roof carrier which is  
listed in the fitting instructions.  
If the load is loose or not secured, it could  
fall from the roof carrier system or cause  
accidents and injuries.  
Make sure that nothing prevents you from  
Always use belts or retaining straps that  
using the pedals at any time.  
are suitable and in a good condition.  
Always secure the mat in the footwell.  
Never place other mats or other type of  
covers on the factory-fitted mat.  
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Transport and practical equipment  
Ensure that no objects can fall into the  
pads stuck to the windows can concentrate  
sunlight and damage the vehicle.  
Always keep the glove compartment  
driver's footwell while the vehicle is in mo-  
tion.  
closed while the vehicle is in motion.  
When the vehicle is stationary, remove  
the objects in the footwell.  
Glove compartment  
Storage compartment under  
front seats  
WARNING  
If you leave lighters inside the vehicle, they  
might be damaged or lit inadvertently. This  
could lead to severe burns and damage to  
the vehicle.  
Before moving a seat, make sure there  
are no lighters in the moving part area of  
the vehicle.  
Before closing a storage compartment,  
make sure there are no lighters in the clos-  
ing area.  
Fig. 124 On the front passenger side:  
glove compartment.  
Fig. 125 Storage compartment under the  
front seats.  
Never leave a lighter inside a storage  
compartment or any other surface of the  
vehicle as it could ignite due to the high  
temperatures on such surfaces, particularly  
during the summer.  
Opening and closing the glove compart-  
ment  
Opening: Press the tab on the drawer handle  
and take the drawer out.  
Opening: Pull the handle Fig. 124 and  
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open the glove compartment.  
Closing: Push the drawer under the seat until  
it engages.  
CAUTION  
Closing: Press the glove compartment up-  
wards.  
Depending on the equipment, under the  
driver's seat there may be a magazine holder  
(about the size of the instruction manual) in-  
stead of the storage compartment.  
Do not store heat- or cold-sensitive ob-  
jects, food or medicines in the cabin. Heat  
and cold could damage them or render  
them useless.  
WARNING  
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If the glove compartment is left open, the  
risk of causing severe injuries in the event  
of an accident, sudden braking or manoeu-  
vring increases.  
Objects made from transparent materials  
left inside the vehicle, such as glasses,  
magnifying glasses or transparent suction  
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Operation  
Front drink holders  
WARNING  
Never leave closed bottles in the vehicle  
if the temperature inside is very high or  
very low.  
There are two cup holders in the centre con-  
If the drawer is left open, it could prevent  
use of the pedals. This may cause serious  
accidents and injuries.  
sole Fig. 126 .  
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Drinks holder in the rear central armrest  
CAUTION  
Always keep the drawer closed while the  
vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, the drawer  
and any objects in it could fall into the driv-  
er's footwell and obstruct the pedals.  
Use: Lower the centre armrest.  
Do not leave open cans in the drink holders  
when the vehicle is in motion. If the drink is  
spilled (e.g. due to sudden braking) it may  
damage the vehicle and its electrical sys-  
tem.  
When the drink holder is no longer in use, lift  
the armrest again.  
CAUTION  
WARNING  
The drawer can contain 1.5 kg at most.  
Incorrect use of the bottle holders may  
cause injuries.  
Note  
The inside elements of the drink holders  
can be extracted for cleaning.  
Never put hot drinks in the drink holders.  
In the event of sudden braking or an acci-  
dent while driving, hot beverages in the  
bottle holders might spill and cause burns.  
Drink holder  
Other object holders  
Ensure that no bottles or other objects  
are dropped in the driver footwell while  
driving, as they could get under the pedals  
and obstruct their working.  
You will find more object holders, compart-  
ments and supports in other parts of the ve-  
hicle:  
Never place glasses, food or other heavy  
objects drink holders. These heavy objects  
may be thrown across the cabin in the  
event of an accident and cause serious in-  
juries.  
In the centre console.  
In the upper part of the glove compart-  
ment. The load of the compartment should  
not exceed 1.2 kg.  
Fig. 126 In the rear central armrest: drinks  
holder.  
Other storage compartments are found in  
WARNING  
the rear seat, to the left and the right of the  
seats.  
Closed bottles may explode inside the vehi-  
cle due to cold or heat.  
The storage compartments of the driver and  
passenger doors contain a bottle holder.  
There are hangers on the struts of the doors  
and the rear.  
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Transport and practical equipment  
Maximum power consumption  
WARNING  
Hanging clothes may decrease the driver's  
visibility, which may cause serious acci-  
dents and injuries.  
Maximum power con-  
Power socket  
sumption  
12 Volts  
120 Watts  
Always hang clothes from hangers in such  
a way that the driver's visibility is not affec-  
ted.  
150 watts (300 watts - maximum  
2 minutes)  
230 Volts  
Only hang light pieces of clothing from  
Electrical equipment can be connected to  
the 12 volt power socket.  
the hangers of the vehicle. Never leave  
heavy, hard or sharp objects in the pockets  
of these pieces of clothing.  
Fig. 128 On the right side of the luggage  
compartment: 230 volt power socket.  
Make sure that the maximum power con-  
sumption displayed on each outlet is not ex-  
ceeded. The power consumption of devices  
is shown on the model plate.  
Do not use clothes hangers to hang up  
the clothing, as this could interfere with the  
function of the head-protection airbags.  
In the front armrest  
Lift the power socket cover Fig. 127 .  
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When connecting two or more electrical de-  
vices at the same time, make sure that their  
total consumption never exceeds 190 watts  
Insert the plug of the electrical appliance  
into the power socket.  
Power sockets  
.
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USB power sockets  
Vehicle power sockets  
Depending on the equipment and the coun-  
try, the vehicle may also have USB connec-  
tions exclusively for charging or as a power  
socket.  
230 volt power socket  
With the engine running, the power socket  
Fig. 128 activates automatically as soon as  
a connector is plugged in. If there is enough  
power available, the socket can still be used  
›››  
These USB ports are located at the rear of  
the console, between the front seats . These  
connectors can work at a maximum power  
of up to 10.5 W per port.  
while the engine is off  
›››  
Connect an electrical device: Open the cov-  
er and insert the plug into the power socket  
as far as possible to unlock the built-in child  
lock. The socket only supplies power once  
the child lock is unlocked.  
They are not intended for file playback.  
1
Fig. 127 12 volt power socket:  
front armrest.  
inside the  
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145  
Operation  
Do not spill liquids onto the socket.  
The built-in overload disconnect func-  
tion prevents any electrical devices  
that require a high start-up current  
from turning on. In this case, unplug  
the electrical device's power supply and  
re-try the connection after about 10  
seconds.  
LED on the power socket  
Do not plug adapters or extension cords  
Steady green  
light:  
The childproof lock is unlocked.  
The socket is ready to operate.  
into the 230 volt power socket. Otherwise,  
the integrated child lock will be unlocked  
and the power socket will operate.  
The ignition is switched off, but  
there is enough power available  
to continue supplying the socket  
with current for a maximum of 10  
minutes. If the connector is un-  
plugged before this time elapses,  
the socket is disconnected and  
cannot be used again until the ig-  
nition is switched on again.  
Do not insert conductive objects (a knit-  
ting needle, for example) into the 230 volt  
power socket.  
Flashing green  
light:  
Note  
The use of electrical appliances with the  
WARNING  
engine switched off will cause a battery dis-  
charge.  
The power socket works only when the ig-  
nition is on. Improper use may cause seri-  
ous injury or even fire. Children should  
therefore not be left in the vehicle unatten-  
ded if the button is also left behind. Other-  
wise there is a possibility that they may be  
injured.  
There is an anomaly, e.g. discon-  
nection due to a current surge or  
overheating.  
Should the connected appliance over-  
Flashing red light:  
heat, immediately switch it off and discon-  
nect it from the socket.  
Before switching the ignition on or off,  
Disconnection due to overheating  
unplug the appliances from the USB ports  
to protect them from any damage caused  
by fluctuations in voltage.  
When the temperature exceeds a certain  
value, the 230 volt socket inverter is auto-  
matically disconnected. The disconnection  
prevents overheating when the power con-  
sumption of the connected devices is exces-  
sive or the ambient temperature is very high.  
The 230-volt power supply can be used once  
again after a cooling time. First unplug the  
connector of the connected device and  
then plug it back in again. This prevents the  
electrical device from being switched on  
again if this is not wanted.  
CAUTION  
Some appliances may not work properly  
Always use the correct type of plugs to  
avoid damaging the sockets.  
when connected to the 230 volt sockets  
due to a lack of power (watts).  
CAUTION  
230 volt power socket:  
Do not leave devices or connectors that  
are too heavy (e.g. a transformer)  
hanging directly from the power sock-  
et.  
Do not connect neon lamps.  
WARNING  
Only connect devices to the socket if  
the device and socket voltage match.  
The electrical system is under high voltage!  
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Air conditioning  
Passenger recognition function  
impurities in the air taken into the vehicle in-  
terior.  
Air conditioning  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles.  
The dust and pollen filter must be changed  
regularly so that air conditioner performance  
is not adversely affected.  
The front or rear area 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 consumption.  
Heating, ventilation and  
cooling  
If the filter loses efficiency prematurely due  
to use in areas with very high levels of air pol-  
lution, the filter must be changed more fre-  
quently than stated in the Service Schedule.  
Introduction  
The turning down of the air conditioning is  
indicated as follows:  
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).  
Front passenger area: on the front passen-  
WARNING  
ger temperature setting, which will display  
ECO instead of the selected temperature.  
Reduced visibility through the windows in-  
creases the risk of serious accidents.  
Rear area: On the rear temperature setting,  
There are several ways to switch on the air  
conditioning:  
Always ensure that all windows are free of  
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.  
ice and snow, and that they are not fogged,  
so as to maintain good visibility of every-  
thing outside.  
A
Press AUTO on the climabar Fig. 129  
›››  
OR: Press in the air conditioning menu  
page 150 or in the air conditioning widg-  
Only drive when you have good visibility.  
›››  
Always ensure that you use the air condi-  
Air conditioning percentage reached  
function  
et.  
tioner and heated rear window to maintain  
good visibility.  
OR: Press in the air conditioning menu  
page 150 or in the air conditioning widg-  
Shows how long it will take to reach the set  
comfort temperature as a percentage.  
›››  
Never leave the air recirculation on for a  
et.  
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.  
OR: Change the desired temperature.  
Once reached, 100% will be displayed on  
the screen. There is one indicator for the  
driver's area and another for the passenger  
area.  
The Climatronic operates most effectively  
with the windows and the sunroof closed.  
Switch air recirculation mode off when it  
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is not required.  
Some functions and menu tabs depend on  
the equipment.  
Dust and pollen filter  
The dust and pollen filter with its activated  
charcoal cartridge serves as a barrier against  
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Operation  
WARNING  
only available when the engine has reached  
its normal running temperature.  
Stuffy or used air will increase fatigue and  
reduce driver concentration possibly re-  
sulting in a serious accident.  
Keep the air intake slots in front of the  
windscreen free of snow, ice and leaves to  
ensure heating and cooling are not im-  
paired, and to prevent the windows from  
misting over.  
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.  
The air from the vents flows through the  
vehicle interior and is extracted by slots in  
the luggage compartment designed for this  
purpose. Therefore, you should avoid ob-  
structing these slots with any kind of ob-  
ject.  
CAUTION  
To replace the pollen filter, always visit a  
service centre.  
Do not smoke while air recirculation  
Switch the air conditioner off if you think  
mode is on, as smoke drawn into the air  
conditioning system leaves residue on the  
evaporator, producing a permanent un-  
pleasant odour.  
it may be broken. This will avoid additional  
damage. Have the air conditioner checked  
by a specialised workshop.  
Repairs to the air conditioner require  
It is advisable to turn on the air condi-  
specialist knowledge and special tools. CU-  
PRA recommends going to a specialised  
CUPRA Service or SEAT Official Service.  
tioning at least once a month, to lubricate  
the system gaskets and prevent leaks. If a  
decrease in the cooling capacity is detec-  
ted, a Technical Service should be consul-  
ted to check the system.  
Note  
When the cooling system is turned off, air  
When the engine is under extreme strain,  
coming from the outside will not be dried.  
To prevent fogging of the windows, CUPRA  
recommends leaving the cooling system  
(compressor) turned on. To do this, press  
the function button . The icon should  
light up.  
switch off the compressor for a moment.  
The maximum heat output required to  
defrost windows as quickly as possible is  
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Air conditioning  
Climatronic control  
Fig. 129 Schematic representation: air condi-  
tioning functions  
A
Climabar  
Temperature Slide your finger from left to  
right or vice versa over the numbers to  
adjust the desired temperature. Press  
on the same numbers to access the  
temperature adjustment submenu.  
Temperature setting submenu  
Fixed bar at the top of the Infotainment Sys-  
tem Fig. 129  
connected) where the following Air Condi-  
tioning functions are located:  
Submenu where the following functions are  
found:  
A
screen, (even if it is dis-  
›››  
/ 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.  
1
2
Or: use the touch zones  
and  
Shows fan status/speed. By pressing it,  
(blue / red) to adjust the temperature of  
you can access the Air conditioning  
the Air Conditioning Fig. 129 .  
›››  
menu page 150 .  
›››  
Synchronizes the temperature on the  
  
Switching air recirculation on and off  
driver's side with the other zones.  
Access the seat heating submenu  
page 152.  
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page 153.  
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Operation  
Air Conditioning Menu  
Fig. 130 Schematic representation: Air condi-  
tioning menu.  
Within the Air Conditioning menu, the fol-  
lowing submenus are found depending on  
the equipment:  
but the requested temperature de-  
pending on the surrounding conditions.  
When this function is switched on, the  
rear air conditioning remains switched  
off.  
Manual adjustment of fan speed by  
pressing or .  
The heated rear window only works  
Front Submenu  
when the engine is running and  
Turn on, change the level or turn off the  
steering wheel heating. It also shows its  
status (on/off) and its level.  
switches off automatically after a maxi-  
mum of 10 minutes. It should be switch-  
ed off as soon as the glass is demisted.  
By saving electrical power you can also  
save fuel.  
Submenu for the air conditioning in the front  
of the passenger compartment where the  
following functions are found:  
The multifunction steering wheel can  
also be used to switch it on and off and  
Connect/disconnect the Climatronic  
change its levels page 154 .  
›››  
A
Fig. 130  
.
›››  
To avoid possible damage to the bat-  
tery, an automatic temporary discon-  
nection of this function is possible,  
coming back on when normal operating  
conditions are re-established.  
The defrost/demist function of the Cli-  
matronic removes ice and condensa-  
tion from the windscreen. The air is de-  
humidified and the fan is set high.  
Vents Selection of the air distribution to one  
or more of the following areas: feet, up-  
per body or windscreen. The colour  
represented by the arrows does not in-  
dicate the outlet temperature of the air,  
Switching the cooling and demisting  
system on/off.  
  
150  
Air conditioning  
In  mode, the selected tempera-  
ture will remain constant. Fan speed  
and air distribution are automatically  
adjusted. The  mode will be deacti-  
vated when the fan speed and/or the air  
distribution are modified manually.  
Cool feet: automatically adjusts for a  
certain time the air conditioning to cool  
the footwell area.  
Settings submenu  
  
Submenu where the following settings are  
located:  
Defog the windows: automatically ad-  
justs for a certain time the air condition-  
ing to defog the windscreen.  
Automatic recirculation: to switch auto-  
matic air recirculation on and off  
page 152.  
›››  
Fan speed in  mode can be adjusted  
in the Climaprofile (low, medium or  
high) by successive presses on the func-  
tion button . Climaprofile adjust-  
ment is also possible in the Settings  
submenu.  
Warm feet: automatically adjusts for a  
certain time the air conditioning to heat  
the footwell area.  
Climaprofile: To adjust the fan speed (low,  
medium or high) during operation in   
mode.  
Fresh Air: automatically adjusts the air  
conditioning for a certain time to venti-  
late the passenger compartment.  
Smart Heated Seats: Pressing turns the  
smart heated seats function on/off for the  
driver and front passenger page 153 .  
›››  
Quick cooling: automatically adjusts the  
air conditioning to cool the vehicle inte-  
rior for a certain amount of time.  
Rear Submenu  
Submenu for the air conditioning in the rear  
of the passenger compartment where the  
following functions are found:  
Climate control usage instruc-  
tions  
AirCare Climate submenu  
Connect/disconnect the Climatronic A.  
The air conditioning system contains a filter  
that can reduce the penetration of allergenic  
contaminants.  
The interior cooling system only works when  
the engine is running and fan is switched on.  
With the icon lit up, it is not possible to  
adjust the temperature from the rear  
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.  
area.  
Economic use of the air conditioning  
/ Press to adjust the rear zone temper-  
When the air conditioning is switched on,  
the compressor consumes engine power  
and has influence on fuel consumption.  
ature.  
iClimate submenu  
Press on to activate/deactivate the  
AirCare function.  
The air conditioning operates most effec-  
tively with the windows and the sunroof  
closed. However, if the passenger compart-  
ment 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.  
Submenu where different smart and/or au-  
tomatic functionalities are located:  
Press to access the information on the  
status of the AirCare system.  
Warm hands: automatically adjusts for a  
certain time the air conditioning to heat  
the steering wheel area.  
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Operation  
Change the temperature unit (Climatron-  
ic)  
To close the air vents on the left side, move  
Note  
the corresponding diffuser vent lever fully to  
the right. To close the air vents on the rights  
side, move the corresponding diffuser vent  
lever fully to the left.  
After starting the engine, any residual hu-  
midity in the air conditioner could mist over  
the windscreen. Switch on the defrost  
function as soon as possible to clear the  
windscreen of condensation.  
The temperature display can be changed  
from Celsius to Fahrenheit on the Infotain-  
ment system screen using the function but-  
ton > Settings > Units.  
Change the air direction using the ventila-  
tion grille lever.  
The cooling system cannot be activated  
There are other additional, non-adjustable  
air vents in the dash panel, in the footwells  
and in the rear area of the passenger com-  
partment.  
If the air conditioning system cannot be  
switched on, this may be caused by the fol-  
lowing:  
Rear controls  
The engine is not running.  
Note  
The fan is switched off.  
Food, medicine and other heat or cold sen-  
sitive objects should never be placed in  
front of the air outlets as they may be dam-  
aged or made unsuitable for use by the air.  
The air conditioner fuse has blown.  
The outside temperature is lower than ap-  
proximately +3°C (+38°F).  
The air conditioner compressor has been  
Fig. 131 In the rear part of the centre con-  
sole: controls for the rear seats.  
temporarily switched off because the engine  
coolant temperature is too high.  
Air recirculation  
Another fault in the vehicle. Have the air  
Temperature  
Air recirculation mode prevents the ambient  
air from entering the interior.  
conditioner checked by a specialised work-  
shop.  
1
2
Press buttons  
and  
Fig. 131 to ad-  
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just the temperature of the rear zone.  
When the outside temperature is very high,  
selecting manual air recirculation mode for a  
short period refreshes the vehicle interior  
more quickly.  
Special characteristics  
If the humidity and temperature outside the  
vehicle are high, condensation can drip off  
the evaporator in the cooling system and  
form a pool underneath the vehicle. This is  
normal and does not indicate a leak!  
Air vents  
For safety reasons, the air recirculation is dis-  
connected when is pressed.  
To ensure proper heating, cooling and venti-  
lation in the vehicle interior, the air vents  
must remain open.  
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Air conditioning  
Switching the manual air recirculation  
mode on and off  
Control seat heating  
also be shown during this process, until it is  
complete (AUTO).  
Press the icon on the Climabar  
A
Press the button to connect or discon-  
Fig. 129  
to view the seat heating menu.  
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Once the learning period is over, the heated  
seats are turned on and their temperature  
level adjusted automatically.  
nect manual air recirculation.  
Press the left or right seat icon to connect  
the seat heating to maximum power.  
Climatronic automatic air recirculation  
mode  
If you are not satisfied with the temperature  
level provided by the system during automat-  
ic regulation, adjust the seat heating man-  
ually and the function will be optimised (Op-  
timising). The optimisation process will be  
displayed in the seats submenu of the info-  
tainment display.  
Press the left or right seat icon repeatedly  
until the desired level is adjusted.  
With the automatic air recirculation mode  
activated, the entry of fresh air into the cabin  
interior 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, re-  
circulation mode is switched off.  
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  
To reset the process and start the learning  
period, go to the submenu Settings > Reset  
driver / front passenger profile.  
1
2
Fig. 129  
or  
(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.  
The system is unable to detect unpleasant  
smells.  
Cases in which the heat seating should not  
be switched on  
Automatic air recirculation is activated and  
Do not switch the seat heating on if any of  
the following conditions are met:  
deactivated in the air conditioning settings  
menu. An A will be displayed next to the re-  
circulation icon on the Climabar, indicat-  
Smart Heated Seats  
This is an smart function that automatically  
activates and regulates the driver and front  
passenger seat heating for greater comfort.  
The seat is not occupied.  
ing that the function is active page 149  
›››  
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  
To access the Smart Heated Seats function,  
the CUPRA CONNECT personalisation serv-  
ice must first be activated page 173 .  
Front seat heating  
›››  
With the engine on, the front seat cushion  
and backrest can be heated electrically.  
greater than +25°C (77°F).  
The Smart Heated Seats function requires a  
period for learning usage habits. The start of  
the learning process is shown on the info-  
tainment display. Its evolution (learning) will  
WARNING  
People who cannot perceive pain or tem-  
perature because of medications, paralysis  
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153  
Operation  
Steering wheel heating levels  
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.  
In the event of smells, switch off the seat  
heating immediately and have it inspected  
by a specialised workshop.  
The selected steering wheel heating level will  
be displayed on the instrument cluster dis-  
play and in the air conditioning menu.  
People with limited pain and temperature  
For the sake of the environment  
Level control is carried out using the but-  
ton on the multifunction steering wheel:  
thresholds must never use seat heating.  
The seat heating should remain on only  
when needed. Otherwise, it is an unneces-  
sary fuel waste.  
If an abnormality in the device's tempera-  
ture control is detected, have it checked by  
a specialist workshop.  
Brief press (less than 1 second): the heat-  
ing is switched on at maximum level. Press  
the steering wheel button repeatedly until  
the desired level is adjusted. To switch off  
steering wheel heating, press the steering  
wheel button repeatedly until the heated  
steering wheel OFF icon is displayed on the  
instrument cluster.  
Note  
WARNING  
Please note the following for the Smart  
Heated Seats feature:  
If the fabric of the cushion is wet, this can  
adversely affect the operation of the seat  
heating, increasing the risk of burns.  
The system may reset the learning proc-  
ess if it has not been satisfactory.  
Make sure the seat cushion is dry prior to  
Long press (more than 1 second): the heat-  
Separate driver’s seat learning will be re-  
using the seat heater.  
quired for each registered user.  
ing is switched off directly from the level that  
is currently operating. If the steering wheel  
button is pressed again for a long period, the  
heating is switched on directly at the last lev-  
el saved before switching off.  
Do not sit on the seat with clothing that is  
The passenger seat learns regardless of  
wet or damp.  
the active registered user.  
Do not leave clothing that is wet or damp  
In hybrid vehicles the use of the exten-  
on the seat.  
ded pre-air conditioning function may af-  
fect the learning time of the function.  
Do not spill liquid on the seat.  
Heating levels can also be controlled  
through the infotainment system's air condi-  
tioning menu:  
CAUTION  
To avoid damaging the heating elements  
Steering wheel heating  
Press the steering wheel heating function  
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.  
button . The heating is switched on at its  
maximum level.  
Steering wheel heating works only with the  
engine running.  
Press the function button repeatedly to set  
the desired level.  
Liquids, sharps objects and insulating  
materials (e.g. covers or child seats) can  
damage the seat heating.  
To switch off steering wheel heating, press  
the function button several times until no  
LED is on.  
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Air conditioning  
Automatic off  
Disconnecting parking ventilation  
CAUTION  
The steering wheel heating will be switched  
off automatically when any of the following  
conditions are met:  
The parking ventilation will turn off in the fol-  
lowing situations:  
Foods sensitive to heat or cold, medica-  
tions and other objects can be damaged by  
the airflow.  
When the operating time selected by the  
Do not place any type of food, medicines  
Power consumption is too high.  
The steering wheel heating system is faulty.  
If the ignition is switched off.  
user in the MyCUPRA App or website for the  
instant on/off mode has elapsed.  
or other temperature sensitive items in  
front of the ventilation slots.  
The parking ventilation function can be  
switched off instantly using the instant  
on/off button in the MyCUPRA App or web-  
site.  
Note  
If parking ventilation works repeatedly for  
long periods of time, the 12V battery  
charge level will drop. It is advisable to take  
the vehicle for a long drive to recharge the  
battery.  
Parking ventilation  
When the scheduled departure time has  
been reached.  
With the parking ventilation function, the  
passenger compartment can be ventilated in  
spring/summer.  
The maximum operating period of the park-  
ing ventilation is 60 min.  
The power required for parking ventilation  
will be provided by the vehicle's 12V battery.  
Programming a departure/trip start  
The ventilation function is controlled  
through the CUPRA CONNECT mobile App  
or the MyCUPRA website.  
The activation of the parking ventilation for a  
scheduled time is only valid for a single venti-  
lation process. The departure time must be  
for each newly programmed ventilation  
process.  
Connecting parking ventilation  
The function will be switched on as follows:  
Before programming the departure time, you  
must check that the date and time of the car  
are correctly set.  
The parking ventilation function can be  
switched on/off instantly using the on/off  
button in the MyCUPRA App or website.  
When programming a departure time, the  
car automatically calculates, depending on  
the environmental conditions, the necessary  
operating time of the parking ventilation.  
By programming a departure time.  
In the event of low level charge of the 12V  
battery, the parking ventilation will not turn  
on.  
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Operation  
Press the immediate on/off button in the  
Never programme the auxiliary heater so  
auxiliary heating (addition-  
al heating)  
infotainment system (while the vehicle is  
switched off).  
that it switches itself on and is running in an  
enclosed space or an area with no ventila-  
tion.  
Press button on the remote control  
page 157.  
Introduction  
›››  
WARNING  
Automatically scheduling a departure time  
The auxiliary heater runs on fuel from the  
vehicle's tank and can be used while you are  
driving and when the vehicle is stationary.  
in the auxiliary heater menu in the infotain-  
ment system, or on the MyCUPRA App or  
portal page 158 .  
The components of the auxiliary heater are  
extremely hot and could cause a fire.  
›››  
Always park your vehicle so that no part  
The auxiliary heating can be controlled  
through the CUPRA CONNECT mobile app,  
the MyCUPRA website or with the remote  
control.  
of the exhaust system can come in contact  
with easily flammable materials that might  
be below the vehicle, such as dried grass.  
Disconnection  
The independent heating can be switched  
off in the following ways:  
In winter, with the auxiliary heater switched  
on, you can defog the windscreen and leave  
it free of ice and snow (if it is a thin layer) be-  
fore you start driving.  
CAUTION  
The supplementary heating function will  
Never place food, medicines or other tem-  
perature-sensitive objects close to the air  
vents. Food, medicines and other objects  
sensitive to heat or cold may be damaged  
or made unsuitable for use by the air com-  
ing from the vents.  
be turned off immediately using the on/off  
button in the App or MyCUPRA website.  
Press the immediate on/off icon in the  
If the outside temperature is very high, the  
vehicle interior can be ventilated with the  
engine off using the auxiliary heater.  
infotainment system (while the vehicle is  
switched off).  
Press button  on the radio-operated re-  
mote control page 157 .  
The maximum operating period of the park-  
ing ventilation is 60 min.  
›››  
Automatically at the scheduled departure  
Switching the auxiliary heater on  
and off  
time or after the programmed operating  
time has elapsed .  
WARNING  
The auxiliary heater exhaust fumes contain  
carbon monoxide, an odourless and col-  
ourless toxic gas. Carbon monoxide can  
cause people to lose consciousness. It can  
also cause death.  
Connection  
Automatically when the control lamp   
(fuel level indicator) lights up page 315 .  
›››  
The independent heating can be connected  
in the following ways:  
Automatically when the 12-volt battery  
charge drops too low page 333 .  
›››  
Press the immediate on/off button in the  
App or on the MyCUPRA website.  
Never switch on the auxiliary heater or  
leave it running in enclosed spaces or areas  
with no ventilation.  
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Air conditioning  
Things to note  
out of range or when the control lamp is  
flashing.  
It lights up for approx. 2 seconds  
In orange (then in green or in red): The re-  
Once switched off, the auxiliary heater will  
continue to operate for a short period of  
time in order to burn the fuel remaining in  
the system and also to expel the exhaust  
fumes.  
mote control battery is almost flat. However,  
the on or off signal has been received.  
To switch on and off the independent heat-  
ing, the button must be pressed and held for  
approximately 1 second.  
In orange (then flashes green or red): The  
remote control battery is almost flat. No on  
or off signal has been received.  
Control lamp on the remote control  
When the buttons are pressed, the control  
Flashes for around 5 seconds  
Radio-operated remote control  
1
lamp on the remote control  
provides the  
In orange: The remote control battery is  
user with different information:  
flat. No on or off signal has been received.  
It lights up for approx. 2 seconds  
Changing the battery of the radio-operat-  
ed remote control  
In green: The auxiliary heater has been  
switched on using the button.  
When pressing the buttons, if the control  
In red: The auxiliary heater has been  
1
lamp of the remote  
flashes for approx. 5  
switched off con with button .  
orange or does not light up, the batteries  
must be replaced.  
Flashes slowly for approx. 2 seconds  
The battery is located beneath a cover on  
the back of the remote control.  
In green: No on signal has been received.  
The remote control is out of range. Move  
closer to the vehicle.  
Fig. 132 Auxiliary heating: radio-operated  
remote control.  
To open the cover, lift it slightly at the bot-  
tom and slide it down.  
In red: No off signal has been received. The  
Fig. 132  
remote control is out of range. Move closer  
to the vehicle.  
Remove the old battery.  
Switch the auxiliary heater on  
Insert the new battery. When doing so,  
 Switch the auxiliary heater off  
take into account the polarity and use bat-  
teries of the same type  
Flashes quickly approx. 2 seconds  
.
›››  
1
Control lamp  
In green: The independent heating is  
Replace the battery cover by inserting the  
blocked. Possible causes: the fuel tank is al-  
most empty, the 12-volt battery charge is  
very low or there is a fault.  
If the buttons of the remote control are  
pressed unnecessarily, it could switch on the  
auxiliary heater involuntarily, even when it is  
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tabs at the top and pressing the bottom.  
157  
Operation  
Range  
For the sake of the environment  
Please dispose of your used batteries  
tion. The auxiliary heater exhaust fumes  
contain carbon monoxide, an odourless  
and colourless toxic gas. Carbon monoxide  
can cause people to lose consciousness. It  
can also cause death.  
The receiver is inside the vehicle. The re-  
mote control, when fitted with new batteries,  
has a range of several hundred metres. Ob-  
stacles between the remote control and the  
vehicle, bad weather conditions and dis-  
charged batteries can considerably reduce  
the range of the remote control.  
correctly and with respect for the environ-  
ment.  
The remote control battery may contain  
perchlorate. Observe the legal provisions  
regarding disposal.  
Usage instructions  
Care should be taken so as not to operate  
the remote control unintentionally so as to  
prevent the auxiliary heater being switched  
on accidentally.  
WARNING  
The auxiliary heater exhaust system located  
below the vehicle must be kept clear of  
snow, mud and other objects. The exhaust  
fumes must be able to exit freely. The emis-  
sions generated by the auxiliary heater are  
removed via an exhaust pipe fitted under-  
neath the vehicle.  
Swallowing a battery with a 20 mm diame-  
ter or any other button battery can cause  
serious and even fatal injuries within a very  
short time.  
Programming the auxiliary heater  
Always keep the remote control, keyrings  
with batteries, the spare batteries, button  
batteries and all other batteries over 20  
mm out of reach of children.  
The activation of the parking ventilation for a  
scheduled time is only valid for a single venti-  
lation process. The departure time must be  
for each newly programmed ventilation  
process.  
On heating the vehicle interior, depending  
on the outside temperature, the warm air is  
first directed at the windscreen and then to  
the rest of the vehicle interior through the air  
vents. Directing the diffusers – towards the  
windows for example – can affect air distri-  
bution.  
If you suspect that someone may have  
swallowed a battery, seek immediate medi-  
cal attention.  
Before programming the departure time, you  
must check that the date and time of the car  
are correctly set.  
CAUTION  
The radio frequency remote control con-  
When the auxiliary heater is not switched  
on  
When programming a departure time, the  
car automatically calculates, depending on  
the environmental conditions, the necessary  
operating time of the parking ventilation.  
tains electronic components. Therefore,  
avoid getting it wet and exposing it to  
knocks or direct sunlight.  
The auxiliary heater requires about as  
much power as the dipped beam headlights.  
If the 12-volt battery charge is too low, the  
auxiliary heater switches off automatically  
and cannot be switched on. This avoids  
problems when starting the engine.  
The use of inappropriate batteries may  
damage the radio frequency remote con-  
trol. For this reason, always replace the  
used battery with another of the same volt-  
age, size and specifications.  
WARNING  
Never programme the auxiliary heater so  
that it switches itself on and is running in an  
enclosed space or an area with no ventila-  
158  
Air conditioning  
The heating must be activated every time  
heating or cooling capacity to reach the  
desired set temperature.  
Stationary air conditioning  
you want to set off. Similarly, the departure  
time must reactivate each time.  
Introduction  
The control lamp (fuel level indicator)  
lights up.  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles.  
Operating the stationary air con-  
ditioning  
With stationary air conditioning, the vehicle  
interior can be cooled, ventilated or heated  
while the vehicle is parked. It can also be  
used to demist and remove ice or a thin layer  
of snow from the windscreen. The stationary  
air conditioning is powered by the vehicle’s  
electrical socket or high-voltage battery.  
Note  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles.  
Noises will be heard while the auxiliary  
heater is running.  
Operation of the stationary air condition-  
ing when the charging connector is not  
plugged in  
When the air humidity is high and the in-  
side temperature low, condensation from  
the heating and ventilating system may  
evaporate when the auxiliary heater is  
switched on. In this case, steam may be re-  
leased from underneath the vehicle. This  
does not mean that there is a vehicle mal-  
function.  
The stationary air conditioning can operate  
when the charging connector is not plugged  
in When the charging connector is not plug-  
ged in, the stationary air conditioning oper-  
ates with the high-voltage battery.  
Stationary air conditioning can be program-  
med and controlled in the Infotainment sys-  
tem in the Battery Manager menu, through  
the CUPRA CONNECT mobile App and on  
the MyCUPRA website.  
If the vehicle is tilted, e.g. if parked on a  
Open the Battery Manager menu.  
Select the settings menu.  
slope, the operation of the auxiliary heater  
may be restricted if the fuel tank level is low  
(just above the reserve level).  
CAUTION  
Food, medicines and other objects sensi-  
tive to heat and cold may be damaged or  
spoiled by the air coming out of the vent.  
Turn on the Enable High-Voltage Battery  
Power function if necessary.  
If the auxiliary heater is used a number of  
times for a long period of time, the 12-volt  
battery will lose its charge. To recharge the  
battery, the vehicle must be driven for a  
number of kilometres from time to time. As  
a guideline: the journey should last approx-  
imately as long as the heater was connec-  
ted.  
The stationary air conditioning only works if  
the high voltage battery is sufficiently charg-  
ed.  
Never place food, medicines or other  
temperature-sensitive objects close to the  
air vents.  
Setting the desired temperature  
Note  
The desired temperature for the stationary  
Operating the stationary air conditioning  
while the charging cable is not connected  
reduces the vehicle’s range. In the case of  
extreme outside temperatures, the station-  
ary air conditioning may not have sufficient  
At temperatures below +5 °C (+41 °F), the  
air conditioning is selected in the Battery  
Manager Infotainment system menu using   
or .  
auxiliary heater may switch itself on auto-  
matically when the engine is switched on.  
The auxiliary heater is switched off again  
after a certain time.  
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159  
Operation  
Switching on the stationary air condition-  
ing  
Automatically if the charge level of the ve-  
Vehicle air conditioning prior to departure  
hicle's high-voltage battery drops excessive-  
ly.  
Open the Battery Manager menu.  
Set the scheduled departure time.  
Turn on the air conditioning and charging  
It can be switched on in the following ways:  
Note  
Press the immediate on/off button in the  
mobile App or on the MyCUPRA website.  
functions as needed.  
Operating noises are heard while the sta-  
tionary air conditioning is connected.  
Press the immediate on icon in the Info-  
If the two air conditioning and charging  
functions are on at the same time, the high-  
voltage battery is charged first and then the  
vehicle is air conditioned. The departure  
time can only be enabled when one of the  
two functions has been enabled.  
tainment system (while the vehicle is switch-  
ed off). During immediate air conditioning,  
the vehicle reaches the set temperature in a  
maximum of 30 minutes.  
When the outside humidity is high and  
the inside temperature low, condensation  
from the air conditioning system may evap-  
orate when the stationary air conditioning  
is running. In this case, steam may be re-  
leased from underneath the vehicle. This  
does not mean that there is a vehicle mal-  
function.  
Automatically programming a departure  
time in the mobile App, on the MyCUPRA  
website, or in the Battery Manager menu of  
the Infotainment system page 160 .  
If the charging connector is plugged in, the  
vehicle starts cooling down around 30 mi-  
nutes before the scheduled departure time.  
If the vehicle is not ready to drive at the  
scheduled departure time, it will be cooled  
for a further 15 minutes.  
›››  
Switching off the stationary air condition-  
ing  
Setting the stationary air condi-  
tioning  
In can be switched off in the following ways:  
If the charging connector is not plugged in,  
the air conditioning operating time is re-  
duced to 10 minutes. The operating time is  
extended by 5 minutes if the vehicle is not  
ready to drive.  
3 Valid for: hybrid vehicles.  
Press the immediate on/off button in the  
mobile App or on the MyCUPRA website.  
The stationary air conditioning can be set in  
the Infotainment system for the scheduled  
departure time. You can set the desired tem-  
perature of the inside of the vehicle for the  
vehicle’s planned departure time.  
Press the immediate on/off icon in the  
infotainment system (while the vehicle is  
switched off). It is only possible to switch it  
off if the stationary air conditioning was  
switched on using this button.  
The stationary air conditioning switches off  
automatically.  
Based on the desired temperature, the vehi-  
cle calculates the time that the stationary air  
conditioning needs to be switched on to  
reach the desired temperature at the depar-  
ture time.  
Extended stationary air conditioning  
Press the air conditioning off button in the  
air conditioning menu of the infotainment  
system (while the vehicle is off).  
In the Battery Manager menu can be found  
an option to add extended air conditioning.  
This means if the vehicle is air conditioned  
(either by being switched on immediately or  
due to departure scheduling), the  
Automatically, a few minutes after the  
scheduled departure time.  
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Air conditioning  
convenience consumers, e.g. seat or rear  
window heating may switch on automatically  
if considered necessary by the Climatronic  
(in cold conditions) before the departure  
time.  
Vehicle air conditioning when the vehicle  
is unlocked (with the opening of a door)  
Open the Battery Manager menu.  
Select settings.  
Enable the When unlocking the vehicle  
Comfort consumers depend on features.  
function.  
Open the Battery Manager menu.  
The vehicle’s air conditioning will switch on  
as soon as it is unlocked.  
Tap on the icons of the seats whose con-  
venience consumers should be switched on  
in addition to the stationary air conditioning.  
The driver's seat icon always stays activated  
by default (the driver's seat icon includes the  
comfort consumers of seat heating and  
steering wheel heating).  
Checking the schedule  
When the ignition is switched off, the next  
activated time and the configured functions  
are displayed in the Infotainment system.  
To turn on the rear window heating before  
the departure time, switch on the Automatic  
rear window heating function.  
The maximum waiting time for comfort con-  
sumers is approximately 10 minutes before  
the departure time.  
Immediate activation of the rear window  
heating  
The rear window heating can be switched  
on/off using the CUPRA CONNECT mobile  
app or the MyCUPRA website, regardless of  
whether or not the stationary air condition-  
ing is switched on.  
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