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- Clean your vehicle from top to bottom with a soft sponge, a glove

Vehicle exterior maintenance

or a brush. Use very light pressure.

Automatic car wash tunnel

- Rinse the sponge or glove often with clean water.

The car can normally be washed without problem in an auto-

- Special car shampoo should only be used for very stubborn dirt.

matic car wash.

- Clean the wheels, sill panels etc. until last with a different

sponge or glove.

The vehicle paintwork is so durable that the car can normally be washed

without problems in an automatic car washing tunnel. However, the paint-

- Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with water.

work wear depends to a large extent, on the kind of the car washing tunnel,

the brushes used, its water filtering and the type of cleaning and preservative

- Dry your vehicle surface gently with a chamois leather.

products.

- When temperature is cold, dry the rubber seals and its surfaces

Before going through a car wash, be sure to take the usual precautions such

as closing the windows and sunroof. There is nothing to note apart from that.

to prevent them from freezing. Apply silicone spray to the rubber

seals.

If the vehicle has special accessories such as spoilers or a roof carrier or two-

way radio aerial, etc., it is advisable to consult the car washing tunnel oper-

After washing

ator.

- Directly after washing, avoid sudden and sharp braking. “Dry”

After washing, the brakes could hesitate to respond as the brake discs and

⇒ page 181, “Braking effect and braking distance”the brakes by

pads could be wet, or even frozen in winter. “Dry” the brakes by braking

braking several times.

several times.

WARNING

Water, ice and salt on the brakes can reduce braking efficiency. Risk of

• Wash your car with the ignition switched off.

accident.

• Protect your hands and arms from cuts on sharp metal edges when

cleaning the underbody, the inside of the wheel housings etc. Risk of

injury.

• Water, ice and salt on the brakes can reduce braking efficiency. Risk of

Washing by hand

accident.

Vehicle washing

– First soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse it off.

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– Never use concentrated jet nozzles (“rotating jets”) ⇒

Caution

• Never remove dirt, mud or dust if the vehicle surface is dry. Never use a

- Directly after washing, avoid sudden and sharp braking. “Dry”

dry cloth or sponge for cleaning purposes. This could scratch the paintwork

⇒ page 181 the brakes by braking several times.

or glass on your vehicle.

• Washing the vehicle in low temperatures: when washing the vehicle with

a hose, do not direct water into the lock cylinders or the gaps around the

WARNING

doors, tailgate, or sunroof. Risk of freezing.

• Never wash tyres with a concentrated jet (“rotating nozzle”). Even at

large spraying distances and short cleaning times, visible and invisible

damage can occur to the tyres. This may cause an accident.

For the sake of the environment

• Water, ice and salt on the brakes can reduce braking efficiency. Risk of

To protect environment, the car should be washed only in specially provided

accident.

wash bays. This prevents toxic, oil-laden waste water entering the sewerage

system. In some districts, washing vehicles outside wash bays is prohibited.

Caution

Note

• Do not use water hotter than 60°C. This could damage the vehicle.

Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.

• To avoid damage to the vehicle, keep a sufficient distance from sensitive

materials such as flexible hoses, plastic, soundproofing material, etc. This is

also important for bumpers painted as the paintwork. The closer the nozzle is

to the surface, the greater the wear on the material.

Washing the car with a high pressure cleaner

Be particularly careful when using a high pressure cleaner!

Vehicle paint maintenance requirements

- Always observe the instructions for the high-pressure cleaner,

particularly those concerning the pressure and the spraying

Regular waxing protects the paintwork.

distance.

You need to apply wax to your car if water does not form small drops and run

- Increase the spraying distance for soft materials and painted

off the paintwork when it is clean.

bumpers.

A good quality hard wax product is available from your Authorised Service

Centre.

- Do not use a high pressure cleaner to remove ice or snow from

windows ⇒ page 200.

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Your vehicle maintenance and cleaning

Regular wax applications help to protect the paintwork from environmental

contaminants to a great extent ⇒ page 197. It is also effective in protecting

Caution

against minor scratches.

• The use of liquid air freshener directly over the air vents of the vehicle may

damage the plastic parts if the liquid is accidentally spilled.

Even if a wax solution is used regularly in the car washing tunnel, it is advis-

able to protect the paint with a hard wax coating at least twice a year.

• Cleaning products which contain solvents will damage the material.

Polishing the paintwork

Cleaning windows and exterior mirrors

Polishing brings back gloss to the paintwork.

Cleaning windows

Polishing is only necessary if the paint has lost its shine, and the gloss cannot

- Moisten the windows with commercially available, alcohol based

be brought back by applying wax. Polishing products can be purchased in

glass cleaner.

your Authorised Service Centre.

- Dry the windows with a clean chamois leather or a lint-free cloth.

The car must be waxed after polishing if the polish used does not contain wax

compounds to seal the paint ⇒ page 199, “Vehicle paint maintenance

Removing snow

requirements”.

- Use a small brush to remove snow from the windows and mirrors.

Caution

Removing ice

To prevent damage to the paintwork:

- Use a de-icer spray.

• Do not use polishes and hard wax on painted parts with a matte finish or

on plastic parts.

Use a clean cloth or chamois leather to dry the windows. The chamois

• Do not polish your vehicle in a sandy or dusty environment.

leathers used on painted surfaces are not suitable to clean windows because

they are soiled with wax deposits which could smear the windows.

If possible, use a de-icing spray to remove ice. If you use an ice scraper, push

it in one direction only without swinging it.

Caring for plastic parts

Use window cleaner or a silicone remover to clean rubber, oil, grease and sili-

Solvents damage plastic parts.

cone deposits off.

If normal washing fails to clean plastic parts, clean them with approved

Wax deposits can be removed with a special cleaner available in your Author-

solvent-free plastic cleaning and care products.

ised Service Centre. Wax deposits on the windscreen could cause the wiper

blades to judder. If a window cleanser, specifically for removing wax, is added

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to the windscreen washer fluid prevents wiper blades from juddering. Wax

The strips on the doors, windows, bonnet and rear lid will remain pliable and

deposits are not removed.

last longer if they are treated with a suitable care product (for example sili-

cone spray).

Caution

Caring for rubber seals will also prevent premature ageing and leaks. The

doors will be easier to open. If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not

• Never use warm or hot water to remove snow and ice from windows and

freeze so quickly in winter.

mirrors. This could cause the glass to crack!

• The heating element for the rear window is located on the inner side of the

window. To prevent damage, do not put stickers on the heating elements

inside the window.

Door lock cylinders

The door lock cylinders can freeze up in winter.

Cleaning windscreen wiper blades

To de-ice the lock cylinders you should only use spray with lubricating and

anti-corrosive properties.

Clean wiper blades are essential to provide clear vision.

1. Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the windscreen

wiper blades.

Cleaning chrome parts

2. Use window cleanser to clean the windscreen wiper blades. Use

1. Clean chrome parts with a damp cloth.

a sponge or a cloth to remove stubborn stains.

2. Polish chrome parts with a soft, dry cloth.

If this does not provide satisfying results, use a specialist chrome cleaning

Rubber seals maintenance

product. Chrome cleaning products will remove stains and coatings from the

surface.

If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not freeze so

quickly.

Caution

1. Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the rubber seals.

To prevent scratching chrome surfaces:

• Never use an abrasive care product on chrome.

2. Apply a specialist care product to the rubber seals.

• Do not clean or polish chrome parts in a sandy or dusty environment.

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Steel wheel rims

Car polish or other abrasive agents should not be used. If the protective

coating is damaged, e.g. by stone impact, the damaged area should be

repaired immediately.

- Clean steel wheel rims regularly using a separate sponge.

Use an industrial cleanser to remove brake dust. Any damage to the paint on

WARNING

steel wheel rims should be repaired before starting to rust.

• Never wash tyres with a cylindrical jet. Even at large spraying distances

and short cleaning times, visible and invisible damage can occur to the

WARNING

tyres. This may cause an accident.

• Water, ice and salt on the brakes can reduce braking efficiency. Risk of

• Never wash tyres with a cylindrical jet. Even at large spraying distances

accident. Directly after washing, avoid sudden and sharp braking. “Dry”

and short cleaning times, visible and invisible damage can occur to the

⇒ page 181 the brakes by braking several times.

tyres. This may cause an accident.

• Water, ice and salt on the brakes can reduce braking efficiency. Risk of

accident. Directly after washing, avoid sudden and sharp braking. “Dry”

⇒ page 181 the brakes by braking several times.

Underbody maintenance

The vehicle underbody is coated to protect it from chemical

and mechanical damage.

Cleaning alloy wheel rims

The protective coating can be damaged when driving. We recommend you to

Every two weeks

ckeck the protective coating under the body and on the running gear, and

reinstated if necessary, before and after the winter season.

- Wash salt and brake dust from alloy wheels.

We recommend you to go to your Authorised Service Centre to carry out repair

- Use an acid free detergent to clean the wheel rims.

work and additional anti-corrosion work.

Every three months

WARNING

- Apply a hard wax compound to the wheels.

Do not apply underseal or anti-corrosion coatings to the exhaust pipes,

catalytic converter or the heat shields on the exhaust system. The heat of

Alloy wheels require regular attention to preserve their appearance. If road

the exhaust system or the engine could cause them to ignite! Fire hazard.

salt and brake dust are not often removed, the aluminium finish will be

impaired.

Always use an acid-free detergent for alloy wheel rims.

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Cleaning the engine compartment

WARNING (continued)

Take special care when cleaning the engine compartment.

• Never touch the radiator fan. It is temperature-controlled and could

start automatically, even when the key is removed from the ignition!

Anti-corrosion treatment

The engine compartment and the surface of the power unit are given anti-

corrosion treatment at the factory.

For the sake of the environment

Fuel, grease and oil deposits could be removed when the engine is washed.

Good corrosion protection is particularly important in winter when the car is

The polluted water must be cleaned in an oil separator. For this reason,

frequently driven on salted roads. To prevent the salt corroding the vehicle,

engine washing should be carried out only by a qualified workshop or a petrol

the entire engine compartment should be thoroughly cleaned before and

station.

after winter.

Your Authorised Service Centre has got the necessary equipment to provide

the correct cleaning and preserving products. For this reason, we recommend

having this work performed by them.

Vehicle interior maintenance

The anti-corrosion protection is usually removed if the engine compartment

is cleaned with grease removing solutions, or if you have the engine cleaned.

Plastic parts and dash panel cleaning

On commissioning theis work, ensure that all surfaces, seams, joints and

components in the engine compartment are given anti-corrosion treatment.

- Use a clean, damp cloth to clean plastic parts and the dash

panel.

WARNING

- If this does not provide satisfactory results, use a special

• When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety

solvent-free plastic cleaning product.

warnings ⇒ page 213

• Before opening the bonnet, switch the engine off, apply the parking

brake firmly and always remove the key from the ignition.

WARNING

• Allow the engine to cool before you clean the engine compartment.

Never clean the dash panel and the airbag module surface with cleansers

• Do not clean the vehicle underbody, wheel arches without protecting

containing solvents. Solvents cause the surface to become porous. If the

your hands and arms. You may cut yourself on sharp-edged metal parts.

airbag triggered, disintegrating plastic parts could cause substantial inju-

Failure to comply could result in injury.

ries.

• Moisture, ice and salt on the brakes may affect braking efficiency. Risk

of accident. Directly after washing, avoid sudden and sharp braking.

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Cleaning stubborn stains

Caution

- More stubborn dirt can be removed using a mild soap solution

Cleaning products which contain solvents will damage the material.

(pure liquid soap; two tablespoons diluted in one litre of water)

and a cloth.

- Do not let the water soak through the leather or soak into the

Wooden trim cleaning*

seams.

- Clean the wooden trim with a water-moistened clean cloth.

- Then wipe off with a soft, dry cloth.

- If this does not provide satisfactory results, use a gentle soap

Leather maintenance

solution.

- The leather should be treated twice a year with a special leather-

care product, available in your Authorised Service Centre.

Caution

- Apply these products very sparingly.

Cleaning products which contain solvents will damage the material.

- Then wipe off with a soft, dry cloth.

SEAT does everything possible to preserve the genuine qualities of this

Cloth seat covers and fabric trim cleaning

natural product. Due to the natural properties of the specially selected hides

employed, the finished leather has a certain sensitivity to grease and dirt, etc.

Cloth seat covers and fabric trim on the doors, headlining etc. can be cleaned

so a degree of care is required in everyday use and when looking after the

with a special interior cleanser or with dry foam and a soft brush.

leather.

Dust and grit in the pores and seams can scratch and damage the surface. If

the vehicle is under solar radiation for long periods, the leather should be

Leather cleaning*

protected to prevent it from fading. However, slight colour variations in high-

quality natural leather are normal.

Normal cleaning

- Moisten a cotton or woollen cloth with water and wipe over the

Caution

leather surfaces.

• Do not use solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, spot removers or similar

products on leather.

• To avoid damage, stubborn stains should be removed by a qualified

workshop.

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Seat belts cleaning

A dirty belt may not work properly.

Check all seat belts regularly and keep them clean.

Seat belts cleaning

- Pull the dirty seat belt right out and unroll it.

- Clean dirty seat belts with a gentle soap solution.

- Allow it to dry.

- Do not roll the seat belt up until it is dry.

If large stains form on the belts, it will not retract correctly into the automatic

belt retractor.

WARNING

• Do not use chemical cleaning agents on the seat belts, as this can

impair the strength of the webbing. Ensure that belts do not come into

contact with corrosive fluids.

• Check all seat belts condition at regular intervals. If you notice that the

belt webbing, fittings, retractor mechanism or buckle of any of the belts is

damaged, the belt must be replaced by a specialist workshop.

• Do not attempt to repair a damaged seat belt yourself. The seat belts

must not be removed or modified in any way.

Caution

After cleaning, allow seat belts to dry completely before rolling them up.

Otherwise, the belt retractors could become damaged.

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Accessories, parts replacement and modifications

fan, etc.), then they must bear the CE mark (European Union manufacturer

Accessories and spare parts

conformity declaration).

Always consult an Authorised Service Centre before

purchasing accessories and parts.

WARNING

Accessories, for example telephone holders or drink holders, should never

Your vehicle is designed to offer a high standard of active and passive safety.

be fitted on the covers of, or within the working range of the airbags. Other-

Before purchasing accessories and parts, and before making technical

wise, there is a danger of injury if the airbag is triggered in an accident.

changes to your car, we recommend you to consult your Authorised Service

Centre.

SEAT dealerships will be happy to provide you with the latest information

about the use, legal requirements and recommendations from the manufac-

Technical modifications

turer regarding accessories and parts.

Modifications must always be carried out according to our

We recommend you use only SEAT Approved Accessories^® and SEAT

specifications.

Approved Spare Parts^®. This way, SEAT can guarantee that the product in

question is suitable, reliable and safe. SEAT Authorised Service Centres have

Unauthorised modifications to the electronic components or software in the

the necessary experience and facilities to ensure that parts are correctly and

vehicle may cause malfunctions. Due to the way the electronic components

professionally installed.

are linked together in networks, other indirect systems may be affected by the

Despite a continuous observation of the market, SEAT is not able to assess

faults. This can seriously impair safety, lead to excessive wear of compo-

the reliability, safety and suitability of those parts SEAT has not approved. For

nents, and also invalidate your vehicle registration documents.

this reason, SEAT cannot assume responsibility for any non-genuine parts

SEAT Authorised Service Centres cannot be held liable for any damage

used, even if these parts have been approved by an official testing agency or

caused by modifications and/or work incorrectly performed.

are covered by an official approval certificate.

For this reason, we recommend you that all work should be performed by an

Any equipment subsequently installed which has a direct effect on the

Authorised Service Centre using genuine and SEAT^® approved parts and

vehicle and/or the way it is driven (e.g. cruise control system or electronically-

accessories.

controlled suspension) must be approved by SEAT and bear the e mark (the

European Union's authorisation symbol).

If any additional electrical components are fitted so that they do not serve to

control the vehicle itself (for instance a refrigerator box, laptop or ventilator

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Athermic windscreen*

WARNING

Incorrectly performed modifications or other kind of work on your vehicle

can lead to malfunctions and cause accidents.

Mobile telephones and radiotelephones

First consult your Authorised Service Centre if you wish to use a mobile tele-

phone or a two-way radio with a transmitting power output in excess of

10 watts. Here you will receive information concerning the technical possibil-

ities for retrofitting this equipment.

Fig. 159 Location of the

Mobile telephones and two-way radios should be only fitted by a qualified

electronic toll collection

workshop, for example an Authorised Service Centre.

system

Vehicles with an athermic windscreen have an area without athermic treat-

WARNING

ment above the rear-view mirror ⇒ fig. 159. This area has been designed for

• Always concentrate primarily on driving. If you are distracted while

the operating of electronic components of fitted devices (e.g. electronic toll

driving you could have an accident.

collection system).

• Never attach the telephone mountings to the surfaces covering the

airbag units or within the range of the airbags. There is a high danger of

Note

injury if the airbag is triggered.

The customer should ensure that the electronic toll collection system is fitted

in the correct area to make sure it works correctly.

Note

Please observe the operating instructions of your mobile telephone / two-way

radio.

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Checking and refilling levels

Closing the tank cap

Refuelling

- Screw the tank cap clockwise into the filler opening until it you

The tank flap is released instructionly. The tank holds approxi-

hear it click into position.

mately 70 litres.

- Close the tank flap.

The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.

If the automatic filler nozzle is operated correctly, it will switch itself off as

soon as the tank is “full”. Never attempt to fill beyond this point, as this will

fill the expansion chamber. Fuel may leak out if ambient conditions are warm.

The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is given on a sticker on the inside of the

fuel tank flap. where further notes on fuel can be found.

WARNING

• Fuel is highly inflammable and can cause serious burns and other inju-

Fig. 160 Fuel tank flap

with tank cap attached

ries.

− Never smoke or use any naked flame when filling the fuel tank of the

vehicle, or a spare fuel canister, with fuel. This is an explosion hazard.

The flap that covers the tank cap is unlocked and locked automati-

cally by the central locking.

− Follow legal requirements for the use of spare fuel canisters.

− For safety reasons we do not recommend carrying a spare fuel

Unscrewing the tank cap

canister in the vehicle. The canister could be damaged in an accident

and leak.

- Press the right side of the flap to open it.

• If, in exceptional circumstances, you have to carry a spare fuel canister,

- Unscrew the fuel tank cap anti-clockwise.

please observe the following points:

− Never fill the spare fuel canister inside the vehicle or on it. An elec-

- Hook the cap onto the support fitted to the open tank flap

trostatic charge could build up during filling, causing the fuel fumes to

⇒ fig. 160.

ignite. This may be fatally explosive. Always place the canister on the

ground to fill it.

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WARNING (continued)

Releasing the tank flap instructionly

− Insert the fuel nozzle into the mouth of the canister as far as

The tank flap can be released instructionly if the central locking

possible.

system should fail to operate.

− If the spare fuel canister is made of metal, the filling nozzle must be

in contact with the canister during filling. This helps prevent an electro-

static charge building up.

− Never spill fuel in the vehicle or in the luggage compartment. Fuel

vapours are explosive. Danger of death.

Caution

• Fuel spills should be removed from the paintwork immediately.

• Never run the tank completely dry. An irregular fuel supply could cause

misfiring. As a result, unburnt fuel could enter the catalytic converter and

cause damage.

Fig. 161 Luggage

compartment: Releasing

the fuel tank flap by hand

For the sake of the environment

Do not try to put in more fuel after the automatic filler nozzle has switched off;

this may cause the fuel to overflow if it becomes warm.

- Open the tailgate.

- Open the cover in the right-hand side trim.

- Pull the ring in order to unlock the fuel tank ⇒ fig. 161.

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Petrol

Petrol additives

Petrol additives improve the quality of the petrol.

Petrol types

The quality of the petrol influences running behaviour, performance and

The recommended fuel types are listed on a sticker inside the

service life of the engine. For this reason, you should use good quality petrol

containing additives. These additives will help to prevent corrosion, keep the

fuel tank flap.

fuel system clean and prevent deposits from building up in the engine.

Only unleaded petrol, corresponding to the standard DIN EN 228, may be

If good quality petrol with additives is not available or engine problems occur,

used for vehicles with catalytic converters (EN = “European Standard”).

the required additives must be added during refuelling.

Fuel types are differentiated by the octane rating, e.g: 91, 95, 98 RON (RON

= “Regulation Octane Number, unit for determining the knock resistance of

petrol”). You may use petrol with a higher octane number than the one recom-

mended for your engine. However, this has no advantage in terms of fuel

Diesel

consumption and engine power.

The correct fuel type for your vehicle is given in the technical table for the

Diesel*

engine. Section “Technical Data”

Diesel fuel must correspond to DIN EN 590 (EN = “European standard”). It

Caution

must have a cetane number (CN) of at least 51. The cetane number indicates

the ignition quality of the diesel fuel.

• Petrol that follows EN 228 may be mixed with small quantities of ethanol.

However, the so-called “bioethanol fuels” available at commercial establish-

Notes on refuelling ⇒ page 208.

ments, e.g. with reference E50 or E85, which contain a high percentage of

ethanol, may not be used, as they will damage the fuel system.

• Even one tankful of leaded fuel would permanently impair the efficiency

of the catalytic converter.

Biodiesel*

• High engine speed and full throttle can damage the engine when using

The biodiesel fuel must comply with the DIN EN 14.214 (FAME) Standard.

petrol with an octane rating lower than the correct grade for the engine.

• Biodiesel is a methylester obtained from rapeseed oil.

For the sake of the environment

• DIN is the German abbreviation for “Deutsches Institut für Normung e.V.”,

the German standards institute.

Just one full tank of leaded fuel would seriously impair the efficiency of the

catalytic converter.

• EN means European Norm.

• FAME is the English abbreviation for “Fatty Acid Methyl Ester”.

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Your Authorised Service Centre can also be consulted to know if the vehicle

Winter driving

has been prepared for biodiesel use.

Diesel can thicken in winter.

Things to note about RME fuel (biodiesel)

• The performance of a vehicle using biodiesel maybe somewhat reduced.

Winter-grade diesel

• Fuel consumption of a vehicle using biodiesel may be slightly higher.

When using summer-grade diesel fuel, difficulties may be experienced at

sub-zero temperatures because the fuel thickens due to wax separation.

• RME fuel is resistant to the cold down to approx. -10°C.

Therefore, winter-grade diesel fuel is available in some countries during the

• At temperatures below -10°C, we recommend using winter diesel fuel.

cold months. It can be used at temperatures as low as -22°C.

• Your vehicle is designed to be refuelled with up to a maximum of 7%

In countries with different climatic conditions the diesel fuel generally sold

blended biodiesel.

has different temperature characteristics. Check with an Authorised Service

Centre or filling stations in the country concerned regarding the type of diesel

Caution

fuels available.

• RME fuel can damage the fuel system in vehicles which are not suitably

Filter pre-heater

adjusted.

Your vehicle is fitted with a fuel filter pre-heater, making it well equipped for

• If you decide to use biodiesel in your vehicle, please use only RME fuel

operation in winter. This ensures that the fuel system remains operational to

which is DIN E 14,214 compliant.

approx. -24°C, provided you use winter-grade diesel which is safe to -15°C.

• If you use biodiesel that does not meet the required standard, the fuel

However, if the fuel has waxed to such an extent that the engine will not start

filter could become clogged.

at temperatures of under -24°C, simply place the vehicle in a warm place for

a while.

Note

• In case of low exterior temperatures and a fuel biodiesel percentage of

Caution

higher than 50%, an increase in gas emission may occur during operation of

Do not mix fuel additives (“thinners”, or similar additives) with diesel fuel.

the independent heating.

• The fuel filter may become clogged when fuel is changed to biodiesel. For

this reason, we recommend you that, when having run 300 or 400 km after a

fuel change, the fuel filter change must also be done. Also note the instruc-

tions in the Inspection and Maintenance plan.

• If the vehicle is to remain parked for more than about two weeks, we

recommend filling the fuel tank with biodiesel and driving about 50 km in

order to avoid damage to the injection system.

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The bonnet

Opening the bonnet

Releasing the bonnet

The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle.

Fig. 163 Release catch

under the bonnet

Fig. 162 Detail of foot-

Before opening the bonnet make sure that the windscreen wiper

well area on driver's side:

lever for unlocking the

arms are not lifted away from the glass. Otherwise the paint may be

bonnet.

damaged.

- Lift the bonnet slightly ⇒

- To release the bonnet, pull the lever under the instrument panel

⇒ fig. 162 in the direction indicated (arrow).

– Press the release catch under the bonnet upwards ⇒ fig. 163.

This will release the arrester hook under the bonnet.

The bonnet springs out of its lock.

- Open the bonnet.

The bonnet is held in position by a gas-filled strut.

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WARNING (continued)

WARNING

Never open the bonnet if you see steam or drips of coolant being released

• Never touch the radiator fan while the engine is hot, as the fan could

from the engine compartment. Failure to comply could result in burns. Wait

start up suddenly.

until no steam or coolant can be seen before opening the bonnet.

• Never open the expansion tank when the engine is hot. The cooling

system is under pressure.

• Protect face, hands and arms from any hot steam or hot liquid coolant

released by covering the cap with a large, thick rag when opening the

Work in the engine compartment

expansion tank.

Extra caution is necessary when working on components in

• If any tests have to be performed with the engine running, there is an

extra safety risk from the rotating parts, such as the drive belts, alternator

the engine compartment.

and radiator fan, etc., and from the high-voltage ignition system.

Always be aware of the danger of injury and scalding as well as the risk of

• Observe the following additional warnings if work on the fuel system or

accident or even fire when working in the engine compartment (e.g. when

the electrical system is necessary:

checking and refilling fluids). Therefore, always observe the warnings listed

− Always disconnect the battery.

below and follow all general safety precautions. The engine compartment of

− Do not smoke.

any motor vehicle is a potentially hazardous area ⇒

− Never work near open flames

− Always keep an approved fire extinguisher immediately available.

WARNING

• Switch the engine off.

Caution

• Remove the ignition key.

When topping up fluids, make sure the correct fluid is put into the correct

• Apply handbrake firmly.

filler opening. This can otherwise cause serious malfunctions or engine

• Place the gear lever into neutral.

damage.

• Wait for the engine to cool down.

• Children should not be allowed to approach the engine compartment

For the sake of the environment

• Never spill liquids involved in vehicle operations on the engine

Inspect the ground underneath your vehicle regularly so that any leaks are

compartment, as these may catch fire (e.g. anti-freeze containing liquid

detected at an early stage. If you find spots of oil or other fluids, have your

coolant).

vehicle inspected in the garage.

• Take care not to cause short circuits in the electrical system, especially

when working on the battery.

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Seat Exeo. Instruction - part 13