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Safety First

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Safety equipment

Brief introduction

The safety equipment is a part of the occupant protection

system and can reduce the risk of injury during an accident.

Dear SEAT Driver

Safety first!

Never “gamble” with your safety and the safety of your passengers. In the

event of an accident, the safety equipment could reduce the risk of injury. The

following list includes most of the safety equipment in your SEAT:

This chapter contains important information, advice, suggestions

and warnings that should be read and followed in the interest of

your own safety and the safety of your passengers.

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Optimised three-point seat belts,

Belt tension limiter for the front and rear seats,

belt tension devices for the front seats,

belt height adjustment for the front seats,

front airbags,

WARNING

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This manual contains important information concerning the driver's

and passengers' handling of the vehicle. The other booklets in the vehicle

wallet also contain further information that you should be aware of for your

own safety and for the safety of your passengers.

side airbags in the front seat backrests.

curtain airbags,

“ISOFIX” anchor points for “ISOFIX” child seats on the outer seats in the

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Ensure that the complete vehicle wallet is always in the vehicle. This is

second row,

especially important when you lend or sell the vehicle to others.

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height-adjustable head restraints,

head restraints with in-use position and non-use position

adjustable steering column.

The safety equipment mentioned above works together to provide you and

your passengers with the best possible protection in accident situations. But

this safety equipment cannot help you or your passengers if you or your

passengers assume an incorrect sitting position or do not properly adjust or

use this equipment.

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Therefore, information is provided about why this equipment is so important,

how it protects you, what you have to observe when using it and how you and

your passengers can achieve the greatest possible benefit from the safety

equipment fitted. This manual includes important warnings that you and your

passengers should observe in order to reduce the risk of injury.

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Instruct passengers to adjust the head restraints according to

their height.

Protect children with appropriate child seats and properly

applied seat belts ⇒ page 43.

Safety is everyone's business!

Assume the correct sitting position. Instruct your passengers

also to assume a proper sitting position ⇒ page 9.

Always fasten your seat belt correctly before driving off. Instruct

your passengers also to fasten their seat belts properly.

⇒ page 17.

Before every trip

The driver bears the responsibility for his passengers and the

operational worthiness of the vehicle.

For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, always note

the following points before every trip:

What affects driving safety?

Driving safety is largely determined by your driving style and

the personal behaviour of all occupants.

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Ensure that the vehicle's lights and turn signals operate flaw-

lessly.

As driver, you are responsible for yourself and your passengers.

When your concentration or driving safety is affected, you endanger

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Check tyre pressure.

Ensure that all windows provide a clear and good view of the

surroundings.

yourself as well as others on the road ⇒

, for this reason:

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Do not allow yourself to be distracted from the traffic around you,

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Securely restrain all parcels ⇒ page 15.

e.g. by passengers or telephone conversations.

Make sure that no objects can interfere with the pedals.

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Never drive when your driving ability is impaired (e.g. by medica-

tion, alcohol, drugs).

Adjust front seat, head restraint and mirrors properly for your

size.

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Observe traffic laws and speed limits.

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Ensure that the passenger in the central rear seat always has the

Always reduce your speed as appropriate for road, traffic and

weather conditions.

head restraint in position.

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When travelling long distances, take breaks regularly - at least

every two hours.

If possible, avoid driving when you are tired or are under pres-

sure of time.

WARNING

When driving safety is impaired during a trip, the risk of injury and acci-

dents increases.

Fig. 2 Proper head

restraint position for

driver

Proper sitting position for occupants

For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an

accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the driver:

Proper sitting position for driver

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Adjust the steering wheel so that there is a distance of at least

25 cm between the steering wheel and the centre of your chest

⇒ fig. 1.

The proper sitting position for the driver is important for safe

and relaxed driving.

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Move the driver's seat forwards or backwards so that you are able

to press the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals to the floor with

your knees still slightly angled ⇒

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Ensure that you can reach the highest point of the steering

wheel.

Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same

level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same

level as the top of your head ⇒ fig. 2.

Fig. 1 The proper

distance between driver

and steering wheel

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Move the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests

completely against it.

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Fasten your seat belt correctly ⇒ page 17.

Proper sitting position for front passenger

Keep both feet in the foot well so that you have the vehicle under

control at all times.

The front passenger must sit at least 25 cm away from the

dash panel so that the airbag can provide the greatest

possible protection in the event that it is triggered.

Adjustment of the driver's seat ⇒ page 100.

For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an

accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the front

passenger:

WARNING

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An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries.

Adjust the driver's seat so that there is at least 25 cm distance between

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Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible ⇒

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the centre of the chest and the hub of the steering wheel ⇒ page 9, fig. 1.

If you are sitting nearer than 25 cm, the airbag system cannot protect you

properly.

Move the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests

completely against it.

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If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the

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Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same

level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same

level as the top of your head ⇒ page 12.

minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a qualified workshop. The workshop

will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.

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When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the

outside of the ring at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This reduces the

risk of injury when the driver airbag is triggered.

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Keep both feet in the foot well in front of the front passenger

seat.

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Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other

Fasten your seat belt correctly ⇒ page 17.

manner (e.g. in the centre of the steering wheel). In such cases, you may

sustain injuries to the arms, hands and head.

It is possible to deactivate the passenger airbag in exceptional circum-

stances ⇒ page 23.

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To reduce the risk of injury to the driver during sudden braking manoeu-

vres or an accident, never drive with the backrest tilted far back! The airbag

system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection when the back-

rest is in an upright position and the driver is wearing his or her seat belt

properly. The further the backrests are tilted to the rear, the greater the risk

of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web or the incorrect sitting

position!

For detailed information on how to adjust the front passenger's seat, see

⇒ page 103.

WARNING

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Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve optimal protection.

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An incorrect sitting position of the front passenger can lead to severe

injuries.

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Adjust the headrest to the correct position ⇒ page 11.

WARNING (continued)

Keep both feet in the foot well in front of the rear seat.

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Adjust the front passenger seat so that there is at least 25 cm between

your breastbone and the dash panel. If you are sitting nearer than 25 cm,

the airbag system cannot protect you properly.

Fasten your seat belt correctly ⇒ page 17.

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If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the

Use an appropriate child restraint system when you take children

minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a qualified workshop. The workshop

will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.

in the vehicle ⇒ page 43.

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Always keep your feet in the foot well when the vehicle is moving;

never rest them on the instrument panel, out the window or on the seat. An

incorrect sitting position exposes you to an increased risk of injury in the

event of a braking manoeuvre or an accident. If the airbag is triggered, you

could sustain severe injuries due to an incorrect sitting position.

WARNING

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If the passengers on the rear seat are not sitting properly, they could

sustain severe injuries.

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Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve maximum protection.

Seat belts can only provide optimal protection when backrests are in an

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To reduce the risk of injury to the front passenger during sudden

braking manoeuvres or an accident, never travel with the backrest tilted far

back! The airbag system and seat belts can only provide optimal protection

when the backrest is in an upright position and the front passenger is

wearing his or her seat belt properly. The further the backrests are tilted to

the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to incorrect positioning of the

belt web or the incorrect sitting position!

upright position and the passengers are wearing their seat belts properly.

If passengers on the rear seat are not sitting in an upright position, the risk

of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web increases.

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Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve maximum protection.

Correct sitting position for passengers in the rear seats

Passengers in the rear seats must sit up straight, keep their

feet in the footwells, have the rear central head restraint posi-

tioned for use and wear their seat belts properly.

To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking

manoeuvre or an accident, passengers on the rear bench seat must

observe the following:

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Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve maximum protection.

Correct adjustment of head restraints

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Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same

level as the top of your head, or as close as possible to the same

level as the top of your head and, at the very least, at eye

level ⇒ fig. 3 and ⇒ fig. 4.

Properly adjusted head restraints are an important part of

occupant protection and can reduce the risk of injuries in

most accident situations.

Adjusting the head restraints ⇒ page 100.

WARNING

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Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted

increases the risk of severe injuries.

Incorrectly adjusted head restraints could result in death in the event of

a collision or accident.

Incorrectly adjusted head restraints also increase the risk of injury

during sudden or unexpected driving or braking manoeuvres.

The head restraints must always be adjusted according to the occu-

pant's size.

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Fig. 3 Properly adjusted

head restraint viewed

from the front

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Fig. 4 Properly adjusted

head restraint viewed

from the side

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Centre rear head restraint*

Note

Note the instructions on the adjustment of the head restraints.

Examples of incorrect sitting positions

An incorrect sitting position can lead to severe injuries to

occupants.

Seat belts can provide optimal protection only when the belt webs

are properly positioned. Incorrect sitting positions substantially

reduce the protective function of seat belts and increase the risk of

injury due to incorrect belt web position. As the driver, you are

responsible for all vehicle occupants, especially children.

Fig. 5 Adjusting central

rear head restraint

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Never permit anyone to assume an incorrect sitting position in

the vehicle while travelling ⇒

The central rear head restraint has 2 positions:

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A

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^{Raised position or position for use}A⇒ fig. 5. In this position, the head

restraint is used normally, protecting the occupant of the rear central seat,

The following list contains examples of sitting positions that could be

dangerous for all occupants. The list is not complete, but we would like to

make you aware of this issue.

along with the rear seat belts.

B

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Rest position A ⇒ fig. 5. This position improves the driver's rear visi-

bility.

Therefore, whenever the vehicle is in motion:

A

To fit the head restraint in position for use A, pull on the edges with both

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Never stand in the vehicle,

never stand on the seats,

B

^{hands in the direction of the arrow. To place it in rest position}A^{, lower the}

head restraint.

never kneel on the seats,

never tilt your backrest far to the rear,

never lean against the dash panel,

never lie on the rear bench,

never sit on the front edge of a seat,

never sit sideways,

WARNING

Whenever a passenger is seated in the rear central seat, the head restraint

A

^{should be placed in the position for use}A^.

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never lean out of a window,

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Ensure that the pedals can return unimpaired to their initial posi-

tions.

never put your feet out of a window,

never put your feet on the dash panel,

never put your feet on the surface of a seat,

never travel in a foot well,

Use only floor mats which leave the pedal area free and can be securely

fastened in the foot well.

If a brake circuit fails, the brake pedal must be free to move further than

normal in order to bring the vehicle to a stop.

never travel on a seat without wearing the seat belt,

never carry any person in the luggage compartment.

Wear suitable shoes

Always wear shoes which support your feet properly and give you a good feel

for the pedals.

WARNING

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Every incorrect sitting position increases the risk of severe injuries.

Sitting in an incorrect position exposes the occupants to severe injuries

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WARNING

if airbags deploy, striking an occupant who has assumed an incorrect

sitting position.

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Restricting pedal operation can lead to critical situations while driving.

Never place objects in the driver foot well. An object could move into the

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Before the vehicle moves, assume the proper sitting position and main-

tain it throughout the trip. Before every trip, instruct your passengers to

assume the proper sitting position and to maintain it during the trip

⇒ page 9, “Proper sitting position for occupants”.

pedal area and impair pedal operation. In the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre, you will not be able to operate the brake, clutch or

accelerator pedal. Risk of accident!

Floor mats on the driver side

Pedal area

Only floor mats may be used which can be securely fastened

in the foot well and do not impair operation of the pedals.

Pedals

The operation and freedom of movement of all pedals must

never be impaired by objects or floor mats.

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Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened during the trip

and do not obstruct the pedals ⇒

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Ensure that you can always press the accelerator, brake and

clutch pedals unimpaired to the floor.

Only use floor mats which leave the pedals clear and which are secured to

prevent them from slipping. You can obtain suitable floor mats from a quali-

fied dealership.

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WARNING

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If the pedals are obstructed, you could cause an accident. Risk of

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Loose luggage and other objects in the luggage compartment can

cause serious injuries.

• Always stow objects in the luggage compartment and secure them on

the fastening rings.

serious injuries.

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Ensure that the floor mats are always securely attached.

Never lay or fit floor mats or other floor coverings over the original floor

mats. This would reduce the pedal area and could obstruct the pedals. Risk

of accident.

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Use suitable specialist straps to secure heavy objects.

During sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects can be flung

forward, injuring vehicle occupants. This increased risk of injury will be

further increased if a loose object is struck by an inflating airbag. If this

happens, objects can be transformed into “missiles”. Risk of fatal injury.

Stowing luggage

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Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transporting

heavy objects; this may affect the vehicle's handling and lead to an acci-

dent. Therefore, it is essential to adjust your speed and driving style

accordingly, to avoid accidents.

Loading the luggage compartment

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Never exceed the allowed axle loads or allowed maximum weight. If the

All luggage and other loose objects must be safely secured in

the luggage compartment.

allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded, the driving char-

acteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents, injuries and

damage to the vehicle.

Unsecured objects which shift back and forth could impair the

driving safety or driving characteristics of the vehicle by shifting the

centre of gravity.

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Never leave your vehicle unattended, especially when the tailgate is

open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment closing the door

behind them; they will remain trapped without help and there is a mortal

risk.

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Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment.

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Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Close and lock

Lay and stow heavy luggage as far forward as possible in the

luggage compartment.

both the tailgate and all the doors when you leave the vehicle. Before you

lock the vehicle, make sure that there are no adults or children in the

vehicle.

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Stow heavy luggage as low as possible in the luggage compart-

ment.

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Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. Every

passenger must be properly belted in ⇒ page 17.

Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening rings ⇒ page 16.

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Note

Air circulation in the vehicle helps reduce fogging of the windows. Used

WARNING

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If pieces of baggage or other objects are secured to the fastening rings

air escapes through ventilation slits in the side trim of the luggage compart-

ment. Ensure that the ventilation slits are never covered.

with inappropriate or damaged retaining cords, injuries could result in the

event of braking manoeuvres or accidents.

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Straps for securing the load to the fastening rings are commercially

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To prevent pieces of luggage or other objects from flying forward,

available.

always use appropriate retaining cords which are secured to the fastening

rings.

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Never secure a child seat on the fastening rings.

Fastening rings

There are four fastening rings in the luggage compartment

which can be used to secure luggage and other objects.

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Always use suitable and undamaged straps to secure luggage

and other objects to the fastening rings ⇒

luggage compartment” on page 15.

in “Loading the

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Pull up the fastening rings to attach the straps.

During a collision or an accident, even small and light objects can possess so

much energy that they can cause very severe injuries. The amount of “kinetic

energy” depends on the speed of the vehicle and the weight of the object.

The most significant factor, however, is the speed of the vehicle.

For example: an object weighing 4.5 kg is lying unsecured in the vehicle.

During a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, this object generates a force

corresponding to 20 times its weight. That means that the effective weight of

the object increases to about 90 kg. You can imagine the severity of the inju-

ries which might be sustained if this “projectile” strikes an occupant as it flies

through the passenger compartment. This increased risk of injury will be

further increased if a loose object is struck by an inflating airbag.

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