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after the other for about 2 seconds at a time

and will continue until the fault is corrected.

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For the sake of the environment

The engine compartment is a dangerous

area. Before you open the bonnet to work on

the engine or in the engine compartment,

switch the engine off and allow it to cool to

reduce the risk of burns or other injuries.

Read and observe the relevant warnings

››› page 166.

Changing up a gear early will help you to save

fuel and minimise emissions and engine

noise.

No menus will be shown in the display for the

duration of a priority 1 warning message.

Examples of priority 1 warning messages

(red)

Speedometer

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Brake system symbol  with the warning

Note

The speedometer is equipped with a digital

odometer and a trip odometer, in addition to

a service intervals display.

message STOP BRAKE FLUID INSTRUCTION

MANUAL or STOP BRAKE FAULT INSTRUCTION

MANUAL.

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The appropriate control lamp for a fault will

light up in vehicles without warning or infor-

mation messages in the display.

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During the running-in period, the instructions

shown on ››› page 134 should be followed.

Coolant symbol  with the warning mes-

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In vehicles with warning or information

sage STOP SEE COOLANT INSTRUCTION MAN-

UAL.

messages on the screen, the appropriate con-

trol lamp for a fault will light up and a warn-

ing or information message will also appear

on the screen.

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Engine oil pressure symbol  with the

warning message STOP ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

LOW! INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

Warning lamps

Overview of the warning lamps

Warning messages, Priority 2 (yellow)

Warning symbols

If one of these faults occurs, the correspond-

ing warning lamp lights up and is accompa-

nied by an audible warning. Check the corre-

sponding function as soon as possible al-

though the vehicle may be used without risk.

Read the additional information carefully

There are red warning symbols (priority 1)

and yellow warning symbols (priority 2).

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WARNING

Warning messages, Priority 1 (red)

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Failure to observe control lamps and warn-

If one of these faults occurs, the warning

lamp will light up or flash and will be accom-

panied by three audible warnings. This is a

danger warning. Stop the vehicle and switch

off the engine. Check the fault and correct it.

Obtain professional assistance if necessary.

ing messages can result in serious personal

injuries or damage to your vehicle.

If several priority 2 warning messages are de-

tected at the same time, the symbols are dis-

played one after the other for about 2 sec-

onds at a time. After a set time, the informa-

tion text will disappear and the symbol will

be shown as a reminder at the side of the

display.

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The risk of an accident increases if your ve-

hicle breaks down. Use a warning triangle to

draw the attention of other road users in or-

der to prevent danger to third parties.

If several priority 1 faults are detected at the

same time, the symbols will be displayed one

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Operation

Priority 2 warning messages will not be

shown until all Priority 1 warning messages

have been dealt with!

Messages^a)

--> P/N

Description

Messages^a)

Description

Warning: Place the selector level in

position P/N to start. Only in vehicles

with automatic gearbox.

CHECK SAFE-

LOCK

Notification of central locking function

activated.

Examples of priority 2 warning reports

(yellow):*

a)

These messages may vary according the version of the vehi-

cle model.

Warning: Place the selector lever in

position P to stop the engine.

--> P

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Fuel warning light with the information text

PLEASE REFUEL.

Warning: The engine starts automati-

cally. Start-Stop system activated.

STARTING

Engine management* 

START MAN-

UALLY

Warning: The engine must be started

manually. Start-Stop system activated.

This warning lamp monitors the engine man-

agement system for petrol engines.

Information messages displayed on

the screen*

ERROR START-

STOP

The warning lamp  (Electronic Power Con-

trol) lights up when the ignition is switched

on while system operation is being verified. It

should go out once the engine is started.

Warning: Start-Stop system error.

Messages^a)

SERVICE

Description

Warning: Although the Start-Stop sys-

tem is switched on, the engine cannot

be stopped automatically. Not all the

necessary conditions are met.

The service interval has ended. Take

the vehicle to a Technical Service.

START-STOP

IMPOSSIBLE

If there is a fault in the electronic engine

management system while you are driving,

this warning lamp will light up. Stop the vehi-

cle and seek technical assistance.

Immobiliser system active. The vehicle

will not start. Take the vehicle to a

Technical Service.

IMMOBILISER

ERROR

START-STOP

ACTIVE

Warning: Start-Stop system activated.

Vehicle in Stop mode.

Instrument panel faulty. Take the vehi-

cle to a Technical Service.

Warning: Start-Stop system activated.

Switch off the ignition when you leave

the vehicle.

SWITCH OFF

Glow plug system/Engine fault* 

CLEAN AIR FIL-

TER

Warning: Clean the air filter.

STOP TRANS-

MISSION TOO

HOT

Warning: Stop the engine. Gearbox

overheated.

The warning lamp lights up to show that the

glow plugs are preheating the diesel engine.

Warning: Correct key cannot be found

in the vehicle.

NO KEY

Warning: To start the engine, press the

brake pedal. Only in vehicles with au-

tomatic gearbox.

The control lamp  lights up

Warning: Key battery low. Change the

battery.

BRAKE

KEY BATTERY

If the control lamp  lights up when the en-

gine is started it means that the glow plugs

are preheating. When the warning lamp goes

off, the engine should be started straight

away.

Warning: Press the clutch to start. In

vehicles with manual gearbox and

Start-Stop system.

Warning: “Coasting” mode active.

Transmission engaged. Only in vehi-

cles with automatic gearbox.

COASTING

FUNCTION

CLUTCH

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Control lamp  flashes

the oil level sensor checked. Until then it is

advisable to check the oil level every time

you refuel.

ommendations should never lead to illegal

manoeuvres in surrounding traffic.

If a fault develops in the engine management

system while you are driving, the glow plug

system lamp will flash . Take the vehicle to

a specialised workshop as soon as possible

and have the engine checked.

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The diesel engine particulate filter may

reach extremely high temperatures; in this

case the vehicle should be parked so that it

does not enter into contact with highly flam-

mable materials underneath the vehicle. Oth-

erwise there is a risk of fire.

Bulb defect* 

The  warning lamp lights up when there is

a fault on the turn signals, headlights, side

lights and fog lights.

Soot accumulation in the diesel

engine particulate filter* 

Engine oil pressure 

If the control lamp  lights up you should

help the filter clean itself by driving in the ap-

propriate manner.

If this warning lamp  is red it indicates

that the engine oil pressure is too low.

Washer fluid* 

This warning lamp lights up to indicate that

the windscreen washer level is very low.

If this warning symbol starts to flash, and is

accompanied by three audible warnings,

switch off the engine and check the oil level.

If necessary, add more oil ››› page 170.

To do this, drive about 15 minutes in fourth

or fifth gear (automatic gearbox: S gear

range) at a minimum speed of 60 km/h

(37 mph), with the engine running at approxi-

mately 2,000 rpm. In this way, the soot build

up in the filter is burned. When cleaning is

successful, the control lamp turns off.

This serves as a reminder to fill up the reser-

voir at the earliest opportunity ››› page 174.

If the warning lamp flashes although the oil

level is correct, stop driving. Do not even run

the engine at idle speed! Obtain technical as-

sistance.

Rear fog light* 

If the lamp  does not turn off, or the three

lamps turn on (particulate filter , fault in

the emission control system  and glow

plugs ), drive the vehicle to a specialised

workshop and have the fault repaired at the

earliest opportunity.

The warning lamp  lights up when the rear

fog light is switched on. For further informa-

tion see ››› page 90.

Checking the oil level 

If the warning lamp is yellow  the engine

oil level should be checked as soon as possi-

ble. Top up the oil ››› page 170 at the next

opportunity.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)* 

WARNING

The warning lamp  lights up for a few sec-

onds when the ignition is switched on. It

goes out again after the system has run

through an automatic test sequence.

Oil level sensor faulty* 

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Always drive according to the road weather

conditions, the terrain and traffic. Driving rec-

If the  yellow warning lamp flashes, take

the vehicle to a specialised workshop to have

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Operation

There is a fault in the ABS if:

2 seconds. This is the time taken for the func-

tion check.

must not drive on. Risk of accident. Obtain

technical assistance.

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The warning lamp  does not light up

when the ignition is switched on.

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If the brake fluid level is correct, the fault in

The  lamp has the following function:

the brake system may have been caused by a

failure of the ABS system. This could cause

the rear wheels to lock quickly when you

brake. This could cause the rear to break

away. Risk of skidding. Stop the vehicle and

seek technical assistance.

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The control lamp does not go out again af-

ter a few seconds.

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It flashes when the ASR is working if the ve-

hicle is moving.

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The control lamp lights up when the vehicle

is moving.

If the system is deactivated or if it has any

fault, the warning lamp will remain lit. The

warning lamp will also light up if a fault

should occur in the ABS because the ASR op-

erates in conjunction with the ABS. For fur-

ther information, see ››› page 141.

The vehicle can still be braked in the normal

way, without the ABS function. Take the vehi-

cle to a specialised workshop as soon as

possible. For further information on the ABS

see the ››› page 140.

Differential lock fault (EDL)*

The EDL operates along with the ABS in vehi-

cles equipped with Electronic Stability Con-

trol (ESC)*.

If there is a fault in the ABS, the ESC* and the

tyre pressure control lamp will also light up.

The  lamp provides information about the

disconnection status of the system:

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It stays lit when the ASR is disconnected

A malfunction in the EDL is indicated by the

ABS control lamp . Take the vehicle to a

specialised workshop as soon as possible.

For further information on the EDL see

››› page 139, Electronic differential lock

(EDL)*.

Brake system fault

when pressing the  switch.

If the ABS warning lamp  lights up together

with the brake warning lamp , there is a

fault in the ABS function and in the brake

By pressing it again, the ASR function is reac-

tivated and the warning lamp switched off.

system ›››

.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)*  /

WARNING



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Before opening the bonnet, read and ob-

Traction control system (ASR)*  / 

serve the warnings ››› page 166, Working in

the engine compartment.

There are two control lamps for the electronic

stability control. The lamp  provides infor-

mation concerning function and  disconnec-

tion status.

The traction control system prevents the driv-

en wheels from spinning when the vehicle is

accelerating.

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If the brake system warning lamp  should

light up together with the ABS warning lamp

, stop the vehicle immediately and check

the brake fluid level in the reservoir

››› page 173, Brake fluid. If the brake fluid

level has dropped below the “MIN” mark you

There are two warning lamps for the traction

control system:  and . Both warning lamps

light up together when the ignition is switch-

ed on and should turn off after approximately

Both warning lamps light up together when

the ignition is switched on and should turn

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Brake system* 

off after approximately 2 seconds. This is the

time taken for the function check.

Tyre pressure 

Situations in which the warning lamp lights

up 

This programme includes the ABS, EDL and

ASR. It also includes emergency braking as-

sistance (BAS).

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the brake fluid level is too low

››› page 173.

The warning lamp  has the following

functions:

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there is a fault in the brake system.

This warning lamp can light up together with

the ABS system warning lamp.

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It flashes whilst driving when the ASR/ESC

is activated.

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It will light up if there is a fault in the ESC.

WARNING

Fig. 71 Centre console: tyre monitoring sys-

tem button.

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As the ESC operates in conjunction with the

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If the brake warning lamp does not go out

ABS, the ESC light will also come on if a fault

should occur in the ABS.

or if it lights up when driving, the brake fluid

level in the reservoir is too low so there is a

risk of an accident ››› page 173, Brake fluid.

Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. Obtain

technical assistance.

The tyre monitoring lamp* compares wheel

revolutions and with it, using the ESC, the

wheel diameter of each wheel. If the diame-

ter of a wheel changes, the tyre control lamp

 lights up. The wheel diameter changes

when:

If the ESC control lamp  lights up and stays

on after the engine is started, this may mean

that the control system has temporarily

switched off the ESC. In this case the ESC can

be reactivated by switching the ignition off

and then on again. If the control lamp goes

out, this means the system is fully functional.

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If the brake warning lamp lights up  to-

gether with the ABS lamp  this could be

due to an ABS fault. This could cause the rear

wheels to lock quickly when you brake. This

could cause the rear to break away. Risk of

skidding. Stop the vehicle and seek technical

assistance.

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Tyre pressure is insufficient.

The tyre structure is damaged.

The  lamp provides information about the

disconnection status of the system:

The vehicle is unbalanced because of a

load.

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It stays lit when the ASR is disconnected

when pressing the  switch.

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The wheels of one axle are under more

Cruise speed (cruise control)* 

pressure (for example, driving with a trailer or

on steep slopes).

The warning lamp  comes on when the

cruise control system is switched on. For fur-

ther information on the cruise control system

please see ››› page 150.

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The vehicle is fitted with snow chains.

The temporary spare wheel is fitted.

The wheel on one axle is changed.

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Operation

Tyre pressure adjustment

Rear lid open* 

Note

On adjusting tyre pressure or changing one

or more wheels, the ››› Fig. 71 button must be

kept pressed down, with the ignition on, until

an acoustic signal is heard.

If the battery is disconnected, the yellow

warning lamp  lights up after turning the

ignition on. This should turn off after a brief

journey.

The warning lamp  should switch off when

the rear lid is fully closed.

If the wheels are under excessive load (for ex-

ample, driving with a trailer or heavy load),

the tyre pressure must be increased to the

recommended value for a full load (see the

sticker on the inside of the fuel flap). If the

tyre monitor system button is pressed down,

the new tyre pressures are confirmed.

Main beam headlights 

Speed selector lever lock* 

The warning lamp  lights up when the main

beams are on or when the headlight flasher

is operated.

The brake pedal must be depressed when

this warning lamp lights up. This is necessary

when the automatic gearbox* selector lever

is moved out of the positions P or N.

For further information see ››› page 93.

The tyre pressure control lamp  lights up

Electro-hydraulic steering* 

If the tyre pressure of a wheel is much lower

than the value set by the driver, then the tyre

pressure control lamp ››› will light up.

Fuel level/reserve 

The level of steering assistance depends on

the vehicle speed and on the steering wheel

turning speed.

It lights up when only 7 litres of fuel remain

in the tank, and an acoustic signal* also

sounds. It reminds you to fuel up the fuel

tank as soon as possible ››› page 163.

WARNING

The warning lamp should light up for a few

seconds when the ignition is switched on. It

should go out once the engine is started.

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When the tyre pressure control lamp lights

up, reduce speed immediately and avoid any

sudden turning or braking manoeuvre. Stop

when possible, and check the tyre pressure

and status.

There is a fault in the electro-hydraulic steer-

ing system if the lamp does not go out or

lights up whilst the vehicle is in motion. Take

the vehicle to technical services as soon as

possible.

Door open display* 

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The driver is responsible for maintaining

This warning lamp lights up if one of the

doors is open.

correct tyre pressures. For this reason, tyre

pressure must be regularly checked.

The warning light  should go off when all

the doors are closed correctly.

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Under certain circumstances (e.g. when

driving in a sporty manner, in winter condi-

tions or on a dirt track) the tyre control lamp

may light up belatedly or may function incor-

rectly.

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This means that either the coolant level is too

low or the coolant temperature is too high.

Note

til you can no longer see or hear escaping

steam or coolant.

When towing the vehicle with the engine

stopped or due to a fault in the power steer-

ing, this will not operate. The vehicle can still

be steered, but it will require greater force to

turn the steering wheel.

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The engine compartment is a dangerous

Coolant temperature too high

area. Before carrying out any work in the en-

gine compartment, switch off the engine and

allow it to cool down. Always note the corre-

sponding warnings››› page 166.

If the warning lamp comes on, stop the vehi-

cle, turn off the engine and wait for it to cool

down. Check the coolant level.

If the coolant level is correct, the overheating

may be caused by a malfunction of the radia-

tor fan. Check the radiator fan fuse and have

it replaced if necessary ››› page 195.

Emission control system* 

Control lamp  flashes:

Alternator 

This warning lamp signals a fault in the alter-

nator.

When there is misfiring that can damage the

catalytic converter. Reduce speed and drive

carefully to the nearest specialised workshop

to have the engine checked.

If the control lamp lights up again after driv-

ing on for a short distance, stop the vehicle

and switch the engine off. Contact a Techni-

cal Service or a specialised workshop.

The warning lamp  lights up when the igni-

tion is switched on. It should go out when the

engine has started running.

The control lamp  lights up:

If the warning lamp  lights up while driv-

ing, the alternator is no longer charging the

battery. You should immediately drive to the

nearest specialised workshop.

Coolant level too low

If a fault has developed during driving which

has reduced the quality of the exhaust gas

(e.g. lambda probe fault). Reduce speed and

drive carefully to the nearest specialised

workshop to have the engine checked.

If the warning lamp comes on , stop the vehi-

cle, turn off the engine and wait for it to cool

down. First check the coolant level. If the lev-

el of the coolant is below the “MIN” mark,

You should avoid using electrical equipment

that is not absolutely necessary because this

will drain the battery.

top up with coolant liquid ›››

.

WARNING

Level*/Temperature of the coolant 

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If your vehicle is immobilised for technical

reasons, move it to a safe distance from traf-

fic. Turn the engine off, turn the hazard lights

on and place the warning triangle.

Turn signals  

There is a fault if:

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The warning symbol does not go out again

after a few seconds.

Depending on which turn signal is operating,

either the left  or right  turn signal lamp

flashes. Both control lamps will flash at the

same time when the hazard warning lights

are switched on.

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Never open the bonnet if you can see or

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hear steam or coolant escaping from the en-

gine compartment. Risk of scalding. Wait un-

The warning lamp lights up or flashes while

the vehicle is moving, and three acoustic

warning signals ››› are emitted.

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Operation

4

–

If any of both turn signals fails, the warning

lamp will start flashing twice faster than nor-

mal.

To set the minutes, press button

again

Digital instrument panel

display

and select the minute option. Set from but-

5

ton

“set”.

For further information on the turn signals,

please see ››› page 93.

Once the operation has been carried out, the

system memorises the time.

Fuel gauge  and reserve indicator

“SAFE” Electronic immobiliser*

Recommended gear display*

This warning lamp flashes if an unauthorised

key is used.

Inside the key there is a chip that deactivates

the electronic immobiliser automatically

when the key is inserted into the ignition.

The electronic immobiliser will be activated

again automatically as soon as you pull the

key out of the ignition lock.

Fig. 72 Instrument panel: fuel gauge

The fuel tank has a capacity of approx. 45 li-

tres.

If the following message* is shown on the in-

strument panel display: SAFE, the vehicle

cannot be started.

Fig. 73 Gear display.

When the gauge reaches the reserve area,

››› Fig. 72 the warning lamp will light up and

an acoustic signal will sound at the same

time, reminding the driver to refuel. At this

point there are still 7 litres of fuel in the tank.

The engine can, however, be started if the

appropriate coded SEAT genuine key is used.

Use the gear display to save fuel. If you are

not in the correct gear, a triangle will appear

next to the gear display indicating whether

you should change up or down ››› Fig. 73. For

further information on the gear change dis-

play, please see the ››› page 134.

Note

The vehicle cannot operate properly if you do

not have a genuine SEAT key.

Digital clock*

Note

4

–

To set the hour, press button

››› Fig. 70.

The gear change indication should not be tak-

en into account when quick acceleration is re-

quired (for example when overtaking).

The “hour” option flashes on the digital

display and is set using button

5

“set”

››› Fig. 70.

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