Information for the user
Ban on heavy metals, with the exceptions
dictated by law (Annex II of ELV Directive
2000/53/EC): cadmium, lead, mercury, hexa-
valent chromium.
NOTICE
Materials and recycling in-
formation
The printed antenna structure on the rear
and side windows can be damaged by ob-
jects rubbing against it or by the use of
corrosive products, or products containing
acids.
Environmental compatibility
Manufacturing methods
Environmental protection is a top priority in the
design, choice of materials and manufacture of
your new SEAT.
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Reduction of the quantity of thinner in the
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Do not apply any stickers to the rear and
protective wax for cavities.
side window areas.
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Use of plastic film as protection during vehi-
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Never clean the antenna structure with
cle transport.
corrosive or acidic products.
Constructive measures to encourage recy-
cling
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Use of solvent-free stickers.
Use of CFC-free coolants in cooling systems.
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Joints and connections designed for easy
Information on the
EU chemicals regulation
REACH
In accordance with the European Chemicals
Regulation REACH, SEAT, S.A. has information
on the substances that may be contained in the
vehicle.
Recycling and energy recovery from residues
dismantling.
(RDF).
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Modular construction to facilitate disman-
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Improvement in the quality of waste water.
tling.
Use of systems for the recovery of residual
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Increased use of single-grade materials.
heat (thermal recovery, enthalpy wheels, etc.).
Plastic parts and elastomers are marked in
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The use of water-soluble paints.
accordance with ISO 1043, ISO 11469 and ISO
1629.
Recycling of electrical or electronic
devices
You can ask any SEAT dealer for this informa-
tion.
Choice of materials
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Use of recycled materials.
All electrical or electronic devices (EED) that
are not permanently fitted in the vehicle must
be marked with the following symbol:
Use of compatible plastics in the same part if
its components are not easily separated.
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Use of recycled materials and/or materials
originating from renewable sources.
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Reduction of volatile components, including
This symbol indicates that EED must not be dis-
carded as home waste but through selective
waste collection.
odour, in plastic materials.
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Use of CFC-free coolants.
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