Seat Leon 2005 User manual

auto emoción
leon
owner’s manual

Foreword
Thisowner'smanualandthecorrespondingsupplementsshouldbereadcarefullytofamiliariseyourselfquickly
with your vehicle.
Also,theregularcareand maintenanceand correcthandlingofthevehiclewillcontributetotheconservation of
its value.
For safety reasons, note the information concerning accessories, modificationsand parts exchange.
If selling the vehicle, give all of the onboard documentation to the new owner, because it belongs with the
vehicle.
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Foreword2
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Contents 3
Contents
The structure of this manual . . . . .
Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief introduction . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. .
Proper sitting position for occupants . . . . . . .. .
Pedal area . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . .
Stowingluggage . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why wear seat belts? . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . .
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . .
Belt tensioning devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief introduction . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. .
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Curtain airbags . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. .
Deactivating airbags* . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .
Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brief introduction . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. .
Child seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing child seats . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. .
Handling instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital displayin the instrument panel .. . . . . .
Instrument panel menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using these instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .
Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel lighting controls . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening and closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio frequency remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The importance of correct seat adjustment . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stowage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtrays*, cigarette lighter* and electrical
sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire extinguisher
Luggage compartment . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .
Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climate control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2C-Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ..
Automaticgearbox* . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acoustic parking aid system* . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intelligent technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-lockbrakesystemandtractioncontrolM-ABS
(ABS and TCS) . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .
Electronic stabilisation program(ESP)* . . . . . . .
Driving and the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Catalytic converter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . ..
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Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving economically and with respect for the
environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and caring for your vehicle . . . . . . .
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .
Care of the vehicle exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of the vehicle interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories, parts replacement and
modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories and parts . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof aerial* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile telephones and two-way radios . . . . . . .
Fitting a rear towing bracket* . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
Checking and refilling levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Working in the enginecompartment . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If and when . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools, tyre repair kit and spare wheel . . . . . . . .
Wheel change . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .
Tyre repair kit (Tyre-Mobility-System) . . . . .. . . .
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lamp change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing and tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General notes on the technical data . . . . . . .
What you should be aware of . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
How are the figures measured? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .
Petrol engine 1.6l 75 kW (102 bhp) . . . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 2.0l 110 kW (150 bhp) . . . . . . . .
Petrol engine 2.0l 110 kW (150 bhp). Automatic
Diesel engine 1.9l TDI 77 kW (105 bhp) . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 103 kW (140 bhp) 16V . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 103 kW (140 bhp) 16 V.
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 100 kW (136 bhp) 16V . . . .
Diesel engine 2.0l 100 kW (136 bhp) 16 V.
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The structure of this manual 5
The structure of this manual
Before reading this manual it must be understood
This manual describes the vehicle equipment at the time of publication.
Someoftheequipmentdescribedherewillnotbeavailableuntila laterdate,
or is available only in certain markets.
Because this is a general manual for the LEÓN, some of the equipment and
functions that are described in this manual are not included in all types or
variants of the model; they may vary or be modified in accordance with tech-
nicalor marketrequirements;thiscannotbeinterpretedasdishonestadver-
tising.
Illustrations are intended as a general guide, and may vary from the equip-
ment fitted in your vehicle in some details.
The directionindications(left,right,front,rear)appearinginthismanualare
relativetothenormal forwarddirection of the vehicleexceptwhen otherwise
indicated.
The equipment marked with an asterisk* is fitted as standard only in deter-
mined model versions, and are only supplied as optional extras for some
versions, or are only offered in certain countries.
®All registered marks are indicated with®. Even if the copyright symbol
does not appear this does not mean that the mark is not copyrighted.
The section is continued on the following page.
Indicates the end of a section.
WARNING
Textswiththissymbolcontainsafetyinformation.Theywarnyouofserious
dangers, possibly involving accident or injury.
Caution
Texts with this symbol draw your attention to a possible risk of damage to
your vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
Textswiththissymbolrefertopoints relevanttotheprotectionoftheenviron-
ment.
Note
Texts with this symbol contain additional information of a more general
nature.
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Content
Thismanual isstructuredtogiveyoutheinformationyouneedasquicklyand
clearly as possible. The contents of this Manual are grouped into relatively
short sections making up chapters (e.g.“Air conditioning”). The entire
manual is divided into five large parts which are:
1. Safety First
Information on the vehicle equipment relating to passive safety such as seat
belts, airbags, seats, etc.
2. Handling Instructions
Information about the distribution of controls in the driver position of the
vehicle, about the seat adjustment possibilities, how to create a suitable
climate inthe passenger compartment, etc.
3. Tips and Maintenance
Advice relating to driving, care and maintenance of your vehicle and certain
problems which you may solve yourself.
4. Technical Data
Figures, data, dimensions and measurements (for example fuel consump-
tion) of your vehicle.
5. Alphabetic index
Atthe endofthismanualthereisa detailedalphabeticalindex, thiswillhelp
you to rapidly find the information you require.
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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data
Safety First
Safe driving
Brief introduction
Dear SEAT Driver
Safety first!
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.
WARNING
•This manual contains important information concerning the driver's
and passengers' handling of the vehicle. The otherbooklets in the vehicle
wallet also contain further information which you should be aware of for
your own safety and for the safety of your passengers.
•Ensure that the complete vehicle wallet is always in the vehicle. This is
especially important when you lend or sell the vehicle to others.
Safety equipment
The safety equipment is a part of theoccupant protection
system and can reduce the risk of injury during an accident.
Never “gamble” with your safety and the safety of your passengers. In the
eventofanaccident,thesafetyequipmentcouldreducetheriskofinjury.The
following listincludes most of the safety equipment in your SEAT:
•optimised three-point seat belts,
•belt tension limiter for the front and rear seats,
•belt tensioning devices for the front seats,
•belt height adjustment for the front seats,
•front airbags,
•side airbags in the front seat backrests,
•side airbags in the front seat backrests*,
•curtain airbags,
•crash-active front head restraints*,
•“ISOFIX” anchor points for “ISOFIX” child seats on the outer seats in the
second row,
•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
yourpassengerswiththebestpossibleprotectioninaccidentsituations.But
this safety equipment cannot help you or your passengers if you or your
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passengers assume an incorrect sitting position or do not properly adjust or
use this equipment.
Therefore,informationisprovidedaboutwhythisequipmentissoimportant,
howitprotectsyou,whatyouhaveto observewhenusingitand howyouand
your passengers can achieve the greatest possible benefit from the safety
equipmentfitted.Thismanualincludesimportantwarningsthatyouandyour
passengers should observe in order to reduce the risk of injury.
Safety is everyone's business!
Before starting every trip
Thedriverbearstheresponsibilityforhispassengersandthe
operational worthiness of the vehicle.
For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, always note
the following points before every trip:
– Ensure that the vehicle's lights and turn signals operate flaw-
lessly.
– Check tyre pressure.
– Ensure that all windows provide a clear and good view of the
surroundings.
– Securely restrain all parcels ⇒page 16.
– Make sure that no objects can interfere with the pedals.
– Adjust front seat, head restraint and mirrors properly for your
size.
– Ensure that the passengers in the rear seats always have the
head restraints in the in-use position ⇒page 14.
– Instruct passengers to adjust the head restraints according to
their height.
– Protect children with appropriate child seats and properly
applied seat belts ⇒page 46.
– Assume the correct sitting position. Instruct your passengers
also to assume a proper sitting position ⇒page 10.
– Always fasten your seat belt correctly before driving off. Instruct
your passengers also to fasten their seat belts properly
⇒page 19.
What affects driving safety?
Drivingsafetyislargelydeterminedbyyourdrivingstyleand
the personal behaviour of alloccupants.
As driver, you are responsible for yourself and your passengers.
Whenyourconcentrationor drivingsafetyisaffected, youendanger
yourself as well as others on the road ⇒, for this reason:
– Donotallowyourselftobedistractedfromthetrafficaroundyou,
e.g. by passengers or telephone conversations.
– Neverdrive whenyour drivingabilityisimpaired(e.g.by medica-
tion, alcohol, drugs).
– Observe traffic laws and speed limits.
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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data
– Always reduce your speed as appropriate for road, traffic and
weather conditions.
– When travelling long distances, take breaks regularly - at least
every two hours.
– If possible, avoid driving when tired or anxious.
WARNING
When driving safety is impaired during a trip, the risk of injury and acci-
dents increases.
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Proper sitting position for occupants
Proper sitting position for driver
Theproper sittingposition forthedriver isimportant forsafe
and relaxed driving.
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:
– 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.
– Movethedriver'sseatforwardsorbackwardssothatyouareable
topresstheaccelerator,brakeandclutchpedalstothefloorwith
your knees still slightly angled ⇒.
– 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 topof your head, or as close as possibleto the same
level as the top of your head ⇒fig. 2.
– Move the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests
completely against it.
Fig. 1 The proper
distance between driver
and steering wheel
Fig. 2 Proper head
restraint position for
driver
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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data
–Fastenyourseatbeltcorrectly⇒page 19.
– Keepboth feetinthe footwellso thatyouhavethe vehicleunder
control at all times.
Adjustment of the driver's seat ⇒page 124.
WARNING
•An incorrect sitting position of the driver can lead to severe injuries.
•Adjustthedriver'sseatsothatthereisatleast25cmdistancebetween
the thorax and the hub of the steering wheel ⇒page 10, fig. 1. If you are
sitting nearer than 25 cm, the airbag system cannot protect you properly.
•If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the
minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a qualified workshop. The workshop
will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.
•When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the
outsideoftheringatthe9 o'clockand 3 o'clockpositions.Thisreducesthe
risk of injury when the driver airbag is triggered.
•Neverholdthesteeringwheelatthe12o'clockposition,orinanyother
manner (e.g. in the centre of the steering wheel). In such cases, you may
sustain injuries to the arms, hands and head.
•Toreducetheriskofinjurytothe driver duringsuddenbrakingmanoeu-
vresor anaccident,never drivewiththebackresttiltedfarback!Theairbag
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.Thefurtherthebackrestsaretiltedtotherear,thegreatertherisk
ofinjurydue toincorrectpositioning ofthebelt webortheincorrectsitting
position!
•Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve optimal protection.
Proper sitting position for front passenger
The front passengermust sit at least25 cm away from the
dash panel so that the airbag can provide the greatest
possible protection in the event that it is triggered.
Foryourownsafetyandtoreducethe riskofinjuryintheeventof an
accident, we recommend the following adjustments for the front
passenger:
– Move the front passenger seat back as far as possible ⇒.
– Move the backrest to an upright position so that your back rests
completely against it.
– 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 13.
– Keepbothfeetin thefootwellin frontofthefrontpassengerseat.
– Fasten your seat belt correctly⇒page 19.
It is possible todeactivate the passenger airbag in exceptional circum-
stances ⇒page 25.
For detailed information on how to adjust the front passenger's seat, see
⇒page 127.
WARNING
•An incorrect sitting position of the front passenger can lead to severe
injuries.
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•Adjust the front passenger seat so that there is at least 25 cm between
your breast bone and the dash panel. If you are sitting nearer than 25 cm,
the airbag system cannot protect you properly.
•If your physical constitution prevents you from maintaining the
minimum distance of 25 cm, contact a qualified workshop. The workshop
will help you decide if special specific modifications are necessary.
•Alwayskeepyourfeetinthe footwellwhenthevehicle ismoving;never
restthem onthe instrument panel,outthe window or onthe seat. Anincor-
rect 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.
•To reduce the risk of injury to the front passenger during sudden
brakingmanoeuvresoranaccident,never travelwiththebackresttiltedfar
back!Theairbagsystemandseatbeltscanonlyprovideoptimalprotection
when the backrest is in an upright position and the front passenger is
wearinghisorherseatbelt properly.The furtherthebackrestsaretiltedto
the rear, the greater the risk of injury due to incorrect positioning of the
belt web or the incorrect sitting position!
•Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve maximum protection.
Correct sitting position for passengers in the rear seats
Passengers in the rear seats must situp straight, keep their
feet in the footwells 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:
– Adjust the headrest to the correct position ⇒page 14.
– Keep both feet in the footwell in front of the rear seat.
– Fasten your seatbelt correctly ⇒page 19.
– Useanappropriatechildrestraintsystemwhenyoutakechildren
in the vehicle ⇒page 46.
WARNING
•If the passengers on the rear seat are not sitting properly, they could
sustain severe injuries.
•Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve maximum protection.
•Seatbeltscanonlyprovideoptimalprotectionwhenbackrestsareinan
upright position and the passengers are wearing their seat belts properly.
Ifpassengersontherearseatarenot sittinginanuprightposition,therisk
of injury due to incorrect positioning of the belt web increases.
WARNING (continued)
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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data
Correct adjustment of front seat head restraints
Properly adjusted head restraints are an important part of
occupant protection and can reduce the risk of injuries in
most accident situations.
Adjust the head restraint properly to achieve maximum protection.
– 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.
Adjusting the head restraints ⇒page 124.
WARNING
•Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted
increases the risk of severe injuries.
•Incorrectlyadjustedheadrestraintscouldresultindeathintheeventof
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.
Headrests in use*
Vehicleoccupantsarepressedintotheirseatsduringarearendcollision.The
resulting body pressure on the backrest activates the crash-active head
restraint*onthefrontseat,whichmovesrapidlyforwardsandupwardsatthe
same time. This movement reduces the distance between the occupant's
head and the head rest, thus reducing the riskof head injuries such as brain
trauma.
Fig. 3 Properly adjusted
head restraint viewed
from the front
Fig. 4 Properly adjusted
head restraint viewed
from the side
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WARNING
Travelling with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted
increases the risk of severe injuries.
•Incorrectlyadjustedheadrestraintscouldresultindeathintheeventof
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.
Note
Thecrash-activeheadrestraints*couldalsobetriggeredifavehicleoccupant
appliesahighlevelofpressureonthebackrest(e.g.by“falling”backintothe
seat when entering the vehicle) or if pressure is applied to a front seat head
restraint from the rear. This accidental activation is, however, not dangerous
asthe crash-activeheadrestraintswillreturntothe originalpositionimmedi-
ately and are thus once again ready.
Correct adjustment of rear seat head restraints
Properlyadjustedheadrestraintsareanimportantpartofthe
occupant protection and can reduce the risk of injuries in
most accident situations.
Rear outer seat head restraints
– The rear outer seat head restraints have 4 positions.
–Threepositionsforuse ⇒fig. 5. In these positions, the head
restraints are used normally, protecting passengers along with
the rear seat belts.
– And one position for non-use.
– To fit the head restraints in position for use, pullon the edges
with both hands in the direction of the arrow.
Fig. 5 Head restraints in
correct position
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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data
Centre rear head restraint
– The centre head restraint only has two positions, in-use (head
restraint up) and non-use (head restraint down).
WARNING
•Under no circumstances should the rear passengers travel while the
head restraints or in the non-use position.
•Do not swap the centrerear head restraint with either of the outer seat
rear head restraints.
•Injury risk in case of an accident!
Caution
Notetheinstructions ontheadjustmentoftheheadrestraints⇒page 125.
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.
– Never permit anyone to assume an incorrect sitting position in
the vehicle while travelling ⇒.
The following list contains examples of sitting positions which could be
dangerous for all occupants. The list is not complete, but we would like to
make you aware of this issue.
Therefore, whenever the vehicle is in motion:
•never stand in the vehicle,
•never stand on the seats,
•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,
•never lean out of a window,
•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 footwell,
•never travel on a seat without wearing the seat belt,
•never carry any person in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
•Every incorrect sitting position increases the risk of severe injuries.
•Sittinginanincorrectpositionexposestheoccupantstosevereinjuries
if airbags deploy, striking an occupant who has assumed an incorrect
sitting position.
•Beforethe vehicle moves,assumethe 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 10, “Proper sitting position for occupants”.
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Pedal area
Pedals
The operation and freedom of movement of all pedals must
never be impaired by objects or floor mats.
– Ensure that you can always press the accelerator, brake and
clutch pedals unimpaired to the floor.
– Ensurethatthe pedalscanreturn unimpairedto theirinitial posi-
tions.
Use onlyfloor mats which leave the pedal areafree and can be securely
fastened in the footwell.
If a brake circuit fails, the brake pedal must be freeto move further than
normal in order tobring the vehicle to a stop.
Wear suitable shoes
Alwayswearshoeswhichsupportyourfeetproperlyand giveyouagoodfeel
for the pedals.
WARNING
•Restricting pedal operation can lead to critical situations while driving.
•Neverplaceobjectsinthedriver footwell.Anobjectcouldmoveintothe
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
Only floor mats may be used which can be securely fastened
in the footwelland do not impair operation of the pedals.
– Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened during the trip
and do not obstruct the pedals ⇒.
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.
WARNING
•If the pedals are obstructed, you could cause an accident. Risk of
serious injuries.
•Ensure that the floor mats are always securely attached.
•Neverlay orfit floormats orother floorcoverings overthe originalfloor
mats.Thiswouldreducethepedalareaandcouldobstructthepedals.Risk
of accident.
Stowing luggage
Loading the luggage compartment
Allluggageandotherlooseobjectsmustbesafelysecuredin
the luggage compartment.
Unsecured objects which shift back and forth could impair the
drivingsafetyordrivingcharacteristicsofthe vehiclebyshiftingthe
centre of gravity.
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– Distribute the load evenly in the luggage compartment.
– Lay and stow heavy luggage as far forward as possible in the
luggage compartment.
– Stow heavy luggage as low as possible in the luggage compart-
ment.
– Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening rings ⇒page 17.
WARNING
•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.
•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.
•Please note that the centreof 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.
•Neverexceedthe allowedaxleloadsorallowedmaximumweight.Ifthe
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.
•Never leave your vehicle unattended, especially when the tailgate is
open.Childrencouldclimbintothe luggagecompartmentclosingthe door
behind them; they will remain trapped without help and there is a mortal
risk.
•Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Close and lock
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.
•Never transport passengers in the luggage compartment. Every
passenger must be properly belted in ⇒page 19.
Note
•Air circulation in the vehicle helps reduce fogging of the windows. Used
air escapes through ventilationslits in the side trim of the luggage compart-
ment. Ensure that the ventilation slits are never covered.
•Straps for securing the load to the fastening rings are commercially
available.
Fastening rings
There are four fastening rings in the luggage compartment
which can be used to secure luggage and other objects.
– Always use suitable and undamaged strapsto secure luggage
and other objects to the fastening rings ⇒in “Loading the
luggage compartment” on page 16.
– Pull up the fastening rings to attach the straps.
Duringacollisionoranaccident,evensmallandlightobjectscanpossessso
muchenergythattheycancausevery severeinjuries. Theamountof“kinetic
energy” depends on the speed of the vehicle and the weight of theobject.
The most significant factor, however, is the speed of the vehicle.
WARNING (continued)
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For example: an objectweighing 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
correspondingto20 timesits weight.Thatmeansthattheeffectiveweightof
the object increases to about 90 kg. You can imagine theseverity of the inju-
rieswhichmightbesustainedifthis“projectile”strikesanoccupantasitflies
through the passenger compartment. This increased risk of injury will be
further increased if a loose objectis struck by an inflating airbag.
WARNING
•If pieces of baggage or other objects are secured to the fastening rings
with inappropriate or damaged retaining cords, injuries could result in the
event of braking manoeuvres or accidents.
•To prevent pieces of luggage or other objects from flying forward,
always use appropriate retaining cords which are secured to the fastening
rings.
•Never secure a child seat on the fastening rings.
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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data
Seat belts
Introduction
Always fasten seat belts before driving!
Properly worn seat belts can save lives!
In this chapter you will learn why seat belts are so important, how
they work and how to properly fasten, adjust and wear them.
– Read and observe all the information as well as the warnings in
this chapter.
WARNING
•If the seat beltsare worn incorrectly or notat all, therisk of severe inju-
ries increases.
•Properly worn seat belts can reduce severe injuries in the event of
sudden braking manoeuvres or accidents. Therefore, you and your passen-
gersshouldalwayswearthe seatbeltsproperly aslong asthe vehicleisin
motion.
•Pregnant women or persons with physical disabilities must also use
seat belts. Like all other occupants, these persons can also sustain severe
injuries if they are not wearing their seat belts properly.
Number of seats
Your vehicle has five passenger places, two individual front seats and three
places on the rear seat. Each seat is equipped with a three-point seat belt.
WARNING
•Never transport more people than there are seats available in the
vehicle.
•Every occupant in the vehicle must properly fasten and wear the seat
beltbelongingtohisorher seat.Childrenmustbeprotectedwithanappro-
priate child restraint system.
Seat belt warning lamp* 
The warning lamp acts as a reminder to the driver to fasten
the seat belt.
Before you drive:
– Always fasten your seat belt correctly before driving off.
– Instructyourpassengerstofastentheirseatbeltsproperlybefore
driving off.
– Protect your children with child restraint systems appropriate for
the size and age of the children.
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