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• when rocking the vehicle backwards and forwards to free it from mud, for

example.

You should press the button to switch the ESP back on when you no longer

need wheel spin.

The TCS and EDL are also switched off if the ESP is switched off. That is to say,

these systems are not available while ESP is not activated.

When does the button light up or flash?

• It lights up when the ignition is switched on and should go out again after

about 2 seconds.

• It will start flashing to indicate that ESP is counteracting an unstable

driving condition.

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

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

WARNING

• The electronic stabilisation program (ESP) cannot defy the laws of

physics. This should be kept in mind, particularly on slippery and wet

roads and when towing a trailer.

• Always adapt your driving style to suit the condition of the roads and

the traffic situation. Do not let the extra safety afforded by ESP tempt you

into taking any risks when driving, this can cause accidents.

• Please refer to the corresponding warning notes on ESP in ⇒ page 147,

“Intelligent technology”.

Ignition lock

Position of the ignition key

Ignition switched off, steering lock

In the position ⇒ fig. 100 the ignition and the engine are OFF and the

steering may be locked.

For the Steering lock to operate without the ignition key, turn the steering

wheel until it locks with an audible sound. You should always lock the

steering wheel when you leave your vehicle. This will help prevent theft of the

vehicle ⇒ .

Switching on the ignition or glow plug system

Turn the ignition key to this position and let go of the key. If the key cannot be

turned or is difficult to turn from position to position , move the

steering wheel (to take the load off the steering lock mechanism) until the key

turns freely.



Fig. 100 Ignition key

positions

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Starting

The engine is started when the key is in this position. Electrical components

with a high power consumption are switched off temporarily.

Each time that the vehicle must be started, the ignition key must be turned to

the position . The repetitive start prevention lock of the ignition prevents

possible damage to the starter motor if the engine is already running.

WARNING

• Wait for the vehicle to come to a standstill before removing the ignition

key from the lock. The steering lock could be activated immediately - Risk

of accident!

• Always remove the key from the ignition lock when leaving the vehicle,

even if you only intend to be gone for a short period. This is especially

important if you must leave children or disabled people in the vehicle, they

could accidentally start the engine or work electrical equipment such as

the windows possibly resulting in an accident.

• Unsupervised use of the keys could result in the engine being started

or electrical systems, such as the electric windows, being used. This can

result in serious injury.

Caution

The starter motor will only work when the engine is stopped (ignition key

position ).

Electronic immobiliser

The immobiliser prevents unauthorised persons from driving

the vehicle.

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

matically when the key is inserted into the ignition.

The immobiliser will be activated again automatically as soon as you pull the

key out of the ignition lock.

The engine can only be started using a genuine SEAT key with the correct

code.

Note

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

key.

Starting and stopping the engine

Starting petrol engines

The engine can only be started using a genuine SEAT key with

the correct code.

– Move the gear lever to the neutral position and depress the

clutch pedal fully and hold it in this position, the starter will then

only have to turn the engine.

– Turn the ignition key to position ⇒ page 132 to start the engine.

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– Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts; the starter

motor must not be allowed to run on with the engine.

After starting a very hot engine, you may need to press the accelerator briefly.

When starting from cold, the engine may be a little noisy for the first few

seconds until oil pressure has built up in the hydraulic valve compensators.

This is quite normal, and no cause for concern.

If the engine does not start immediately, switch off the starter after about

10 seconds and try again after about half a minute. If the engine still does not

start, the fuel pump fuse should be checked ⇒ page 211, “Fuses”.

WARNING

• Never start or run the engine in unventilated or closed rooms. The

exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and colourless

poisonous gas. Risk of fatal accidents. Carbon monoxide can cause loss of

consciousness. It can also cause death.

• Never leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.

• Never use “cold start sprays”, they could explode or cause the engine

to run at high revs. Risk of injury.

Caution

• When the engine is cold, you should avoid high engine speeds, driving at

full throttle and over-loading the engine. Risk of engine damage.

• The vehicle should not be pushed or towed for more than approximately

50 metres to start the engine. Fuel could enter the catalytic converter and

damage it.

• Before attempting to push-start or tow a vehicle to start it, you should first

try to start it using the battery of another vehicle. Note and follow the instruc-

tions ⇒ page 228, “Jump-starting”.

For the sake of the environment

Do not warm-up the engine by running the engine with the vehicle stationary.

You should drive off as soon as you start the engine. This helps the engine

reach operating temperature faster and reduces emissions.

Starting diesel engines

The engine can only be started using a genuine SEAT key with

the correct code.

– Move the gear lever to the neutral position and depress the

clutch pedal fully and hold it in this position, the starter will then

only have to turn the engine.

– Turn the ignition key to the starting position.

– Turn the ignition key to position ⇒ page 132, fig. 100 . The

indication lamp

 will light for engine pre-heating.

– When the warning lamp goes out, turn the key to position to

start the engine. Do not press the accelerator.

– Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts, the starter

motor must not be allowed to run on with the engine.

When starting from cold, the engine may be a little noisy for the first few

seconds until oil pressure has built up in the hydraulic valve compensators.

This is quite normal, and no cause for concern.

If there are problems starting the engine, see ⇒ page 228.

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Glow plug system for the diesel engine

To avoid unnecessary load on the battery, do not use any other major elec-

trical equipment while the glow plugs are pre-heating.

Start the engine as soon as the glow plug warning lamp ⇒ page 63 goes out.

Starting the engine after the fuel tank has been completely run dry

If the fuel tank has been completely run dry, it may take longer than normal

(up to one minute) to start the engine after refuelling with diesel fuel. This is

because the system must eliminate air first.

WARNING

• Never start or run the engine in unventilated or closed rooms. The

exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and colourless

poisonous gas. Risk of fatal accidents. Carbon monoxide can cause loss of

consciousness. It can also cause death.

• Never leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.

• Never use “cold start sprays”, they could explode or cause the engine

to run at high revs. Risk of injury.

Caution

• When the engine is cold, you should avoid high engine speeds, driving at

full throttle and over-loading the engine. Risk of engine damage.

• The vehicle should not be pushed or towed for more than approximately

50 metres to start the engine. Fuel could enter the catalytic converter and

damage it.

• Before attempting to push-start or tow a vehicle to start it, you should first

try to start it using the battery of another vehicle. Note and follow the instruc-

tions ⇒ page 228, “Jump-starting”.

For the sake of the environment

Do not warm-up the engine by running the engine with the vehicle stationary.

You should drive off as soon as you start the engine. This helps the engine

reach operating temperature faster and reduces emissions.

Switching off the engine

– Stopping the engine.

– Turn the ignition key to position ⇒ page 132, fig. 100 .

After the engine is switched off the radiator fan may run on for up to 10

minutes, even if the ignition is switched off. It is also possible that it will turn

itself on once more if the temperature of the coolant increases due to the

elimination of built up heat in the engine compartment or if this is heated due

to prolonged exposure to the heat of the sun.

WARNING

• Never switch off the engine until the vehicle is stationary.

• The brake servo works only when the engine is running. You will need

more strength to brake the vehicle when the engine is switched off. As you

cannot brake in the normal manner, there is a greater risk of accidents and

serious injury.

• The steering lock can engage immediately when the key is removed

from the ignition lock. The vehicle cannot be steered. Risk of accident.

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Caution

If the engine has been driven hard for a long period, the engine could over-

heat when it is switched off. Risk of engine damage. For this reason, you

should idle the engine for approx. 2 minutes before you switch it off.

Manual gearbox

Driving a car with a manual gearbox

Selecting the reverse gear

– The vehicle should be stationary with the engine idling. Press the

clutch right down.

– Place the gear lever into neutral gate and push the lever all the

way down.

– Slide the gearlever to the left, and then into the reverse position

shown on the gear lever.

Certain versions of the model may include a 6-speed manual gearbox, the

diagram is shown on the gear stick.

The reverse gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary. When

the engine is running, before engaging this gear wait about 6 seconds with

the clutch pressed in fully in order to protect the gearbox.

The reversing lights come on when the reverse gear is selected and the igni-

tion is on.

WARNING

• When the engine is running, the vehicle will start to move as soon as a

gear is engaged and the clutch released.

• Never select the reverse gear when the vehicle is in motion. Risk of acci-

dent.

Note

• Do not rest your hand on the gear lever when driving. The pressure of your

hand could cause premature wear on the selector forks in the gearbox.

• When changing gear, you should always depress the clutch fully to avoid

unnecessary wear and damage.

• Do not hold the car “on the clutch” on hills. This causes premature wear

and damage to the clutch.

Fig. 101 Centre Console:

gear shift pattern of a 5-

speed manual gearbox

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