Seat Mii (2019 year). Manual in english — page 9
Driver assistance systems
● Replace the windscreen if it is scratched,
When the City Safety Assist function is
● Switch off the City Safety Assist function
cracked or chipped by stones in the laser
switched on, the control lamp lights up
in critical situations.
sensor area. Only use a windscreen author-
on the dash panel within the operational
ised by SEAT. Carrying out repairs is not
range, i.e. for speeds between 5-30 km/h
permitted (e.g. in the case of damage suf-
(3-19 mph).
fered in an impact from a stone).
● When replacing the windscreen wipers,
Switch off the City Safety Assist function in
only use windscreen wipers authorised by
the following situations
SEAT.
Switching off the City Safety Assist function is
● Do not paint the laser sensor area on the
recommended in the following situations
windscreen or cover it with adhesives or
›››
:
other materials.
● While the vehicle is being towed.
● If the vehicle has been taken to an auto-
Function
matic car wash.
● If the vehicle is above a test bed.
● If the laser sensor is faulty.
● After the laser sensor has been involved in a
collision.
● When driving off road (overhanging
branches).
● If objects are protruding above the bonnet,
e.g. a load carried on the roof that significant-
ly protrudes over the front.
● If the windscreen is damaged in the laser
Fig. 171 In the lower part of the centre console:
sensor area.
button for the city safety assist function.
WARNING
Switching on and off the City Safety Assist
function
Failure to switch off the City Safety Assist
function in the above situations may result
● Press the ››› Fig. 171 button on the centre
in accidents and serious injury.
console.
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Driving
Special driving situations
system itself. For this reason, this may pro-
Possible malfunction in the laser sensor
duce reactions from the City Safety Assist
If laser sensor operation is impaired, for ex-
system in certain circumstances that are late
ample due to heavy rain, mist, snow or dirt,
or unexpected by the driver. For this reason,
the City Safety Assist system function is tem-
always pay due attention and if necessary,
porarily switched off. On the instrument panel
intervene.
display the control lamp flashes.
For example, the following driving situa-
When the fault in the laser sensor has been
tions require special attention:
rectified, the City Safety Assist system func-
tion automatically becomes available again.
Driving through a bend
The control lamp switches off.
When entering or leaving a “long” bend, the
vehicle may decelerate when the laser sen-
The following conditions could prevent the
sor detects a vehicle travelling in the opposite
City Safety Assist system from functioning:
lane ››› Fig. 172 A. To interrupt the decelera-
● Tight bends.
tion, you can step on the gas pedal, turn the
● Accelerator pressed all the way down to
steering wheel or operate the clutch.
the floor.
Fig. 172
A: Vehicle on a bend. B: Motorcyclist
Narrow vehicles in front
● If the City Safety Assist system is switched
driving ahead out of range of the laser sensor.
off or there is a fault ››› page 175.
The laser sensor will only detect narrow vehi-
cles in front if they are in the sensor's detec-
● If the laser sensor is dirty, covered or over-
tion zone ››› Fig. 172 B. This applies particu-
heated ››› page 176.
larly to narrow vehicles such as motorcycles.
● In the event of snow, heavy rain or dense
fog.
Other vehicles changing lanes
● If there are vehicles in front.
Vehicles moving into your lane in close prox-
● Vehicles changing lanes.
imity can cause unexpected braking from the
● Vehicles moving in the opposite direction in
City Safety Assist system ››› Fig. 173. To inter-
the same lane.
rupt deceleration you can accelerate, turn
the steering wheel or press the clutch.
● Very dirty vehicles with a low degree of re-
Fig. 173 Other vehicles changing lanes
flection.
● Presence of thick dust.
The City Safety Assist function is limited by
the laws of physics and by the nature of the
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Towing bracket device
This system is also active when reversing up-
Hill driving assistant*
Towing bracket device
hill.
Operation
WARNING
Driving with a trailer
This function is only included in vehicles with
● If you do not start the vehicle immediate-
ESC.
ly after taking your foot off the brake pedal,
Information on driving with a trailer
the vehicle may start to roll back under
The hill driving assistant helps the driver to
certain conditions. Depress the brake ped-
The vehicle is not certified for trailer coupling.
move off and upward on a hill when the vehi-
al or use the hand brake immediately.
The vehicle is not factory-equipped with a
cle is stationary.
● If the engine stalls, depress the brake
towing bracket, nor is it possible to retrofit it.
The system maintains brake pressure for ap-
pedal or use the hand brake immediately.
WARNING
proximately two seconds after the driver
● When following a line of traffic uphill, if
takes his foot off the brake pedal to prevent
you want to prevent the vehicle from rolling
Installing a towing bracket on the vehicle
the vehicle from lurching backward when it is
back accidentally when starting off, hold
may cause accidents and serious injuries
started. During these 2 seconds, the driver
the brake pedal down for a few seconds
while operating the vehicle.
has enough time to release the clutch pedal
before starting off.
● Never install a towing bracket on the ve-
and accelerate without the vehicle moving
hicle.
and without having to use the handbrake,
Note
● The trailer may be released from the ve-
making start-up easier, more comfortable
The Official Service or a specialist work-
hicle when the vehicle is moving.
and safer.
shop can tell you if your vehicle is equip-
These are the basic operation conditions:
ped with this system.
CAUTION
● being on a ramp or hill/slope,
Any type of towing bracket installed on the
vehicle can cause serious and costly dam-
● doors closed,
age that are not covered under the SEAT
● vehicle completely stationary,
guarantee.
● engine running and foot on the brake,
● besides having a gear engaged or being in
neutral for manual gear change and with the
selector lever at positions S, D or R in vehicles
with an automatic gearbox.
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Practical tips
● Only use wheels and tyre combinations
proved by SEAT for use in your vehicle and
Practical tips
which have been approved by SEAT for
bear the e mark (the European Union's au-
your vehicle type.
thorisation symbol). This includes cruise con-
trol systems or electronically controlled sus-
Care and maintenance
pension.
Accessories and spare parts
If any additional electrical devices are fit-
Accessories, replacement of
ted which do not serve to control the vehicle
parts and modifications
SEAT recommends you consult an Official
itself, these must bear the mark (European
Service before purchasing accessories and
Union manufacturer conformity declaration).
Introduction
spare parts or consumables. For example,
This includes refrigerator boxes, laptops or
when fitting accessories at a later date, or
ventilator fans.
when replacing a component. A SEAT Official
WARNING
Service will advise you as to the legal require-
WARNING
The use of spare parts and accessories, or
ments and manufacturer's recommendations
Unprofessional repairs or modifications to
incorrectly performed modifications or re-
regarding accessories, spare parts and other
the vehicle may affect the performance of
pairs may result in damage to the vehicle,
components.
the airbags, and may cause operating
accidents and serious injury.
SEAT recommend you use only approved
faults or fatal accidents.
● SEAT strongly recommends you to only
SEAT accessories and genuine SEAT spare
● Never mount, fasten or fit objects such as
use SEAT approved accessories and SEAT®
parts®. These parts and accessories have
drink holders or telephone cradles over or
original spare parts. These parts and ac-
cessories have been specially tested by
been specially tested by SEAT for suitability,
next to the covers of the airbag modules or
SEAT for suitability, reliability and safety.
reliability and safety. In addition, SEAT techni-
within their deployment zones.
cal services will guarantee that assembly is
● Objects placed over the airbag covers, or
● Have any repairs or modifications carried
performed professionally.
within their deployment zones, could lead
out at a specialised workshop. These work-
to serious injury or loss of life if the airbags
shops have the necessary tools, diagnos-
Although we continually monitor the market,
are triggered.
tics equipment, repair information and
SEAT cannot guarantee that products not
qualified personnel.
approved by SEAT are reliable, safe or suita-
● Only mount parts with the same specifi-
ble for the vehicle. Therefore, SEAT cannot
cations as the parts fitted at factory.
accept liability, even in those cases author-
Service fluids and components
● Never mount, fasten or fit objects such as
ised by an officially recognised technical in-
drink holders or telephone cradles over the
spection office or other official body.
All vehicle fluids and consumables, such as
notched belts, tyres, coolant fluids, engine
covers of the airbag modules or within their
Any retro-fitted equipment which has a di-
oils, spark plugs and batteries are continually
deployment zones.
rect effect on vehicle control must be ap-
being developed. Therefore all fluids and
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Care and maintenance
consumables should be changed at a speci-
cooling effect of the coolant. If the engine
modifications or repairs performed incorrect-
alised workshop. Technical services are per-
is running under great strain in high outside
ly; neither is the SEAT warranty valid in these
manently informed of any modifications.
temperatures, it could overheat.
cases.
SEAT recommends you have any technical
WARNING
For the sake of the environment
modifications or repairs performed at a SEAT
The incorrect use or handling of fluids or
Official Service and that you use genuine
Leaking fluids could pollute the environ-
consumables may result in accident, seri-
SEAT spare parts®.
ment. Collect any spilt fluids in suitable
ous injury, burns or intoxication.
containers and dispose of them in accord-
● Therefore, fluids must always be stored
Vehicles with special accessories and
ance with legislation and with respect for
closed in their original container.
equipment
the environment.
● Never store fluids in empty food contain-
The manufacturers of additional equipment
ers or bottles as other people may acci-
guarantee that the equipment complies with
dentally drink the fluid.
Repairs and technical changes
applicable laws and regulations with respect
● Keep all fluids and consumables out of
to the environment, in particular Directives
reach of children.
When performing repairs and technical
2000/53/CE and 2003/11/CE. The first di-
● Read and observe the information and
modifications, SEAT's directives must be
rective governs the disposal of end-of-life ve-
warnings given on the fluid containers.
observed! ›››
hicles while the second refers to the restric-
● Only work in the open air or in well-venti-
tions on the marketing and use of certain
Unauthorised modifications to the electronic
lated zones, when using products which
dangerous substances and preparations.
components or software in the vehicle may
give off harmful vapours.
cause malfunctions. Due to the way the elec-
The vehicle owner should keep the documen-
● Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil,
tronic components are linked together in net-
tation for the additional equipment safely
acetone or any other volatile liquid in the
works, other indirect systems may be affec-
and hand it over to the scrap yard at the end
maintenance of the vehicle. These are toxic
ted by the faults. This may significantly affect
of the vehicle's service life. This ensures that
and highly flammable. They could lead to
the vehicle's performance, increase compo-
any additional equipment mounted in end-of-
fire or explosions!
nent wear and could mean that the vehicle
life vehicles is correctly disposed of with re-
registration documents are no longer valid.
spect for the environment.
CAUTION
Your SEAT Official Service cannot be held lia-
WARNING
● Only use appropriate fluids. Do not con-
ble for any damage caused by technical
fuse fluids as this can cause serious mal-
modifications or repairs performed incorrect-
Repairs or modifications which are not per-
functions or engine damage.
ly.
formed correctly may result in damage or
errors in the vehicle operation, affecting
● Accessories and other components
The SEAT Official Service does not accept li-
the effectiveness of the driver assistance
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mounted in front of the air inlet reduce the
ability for damage resulting from technical
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Practical tips
systems. This could result in serious acci-
Modifications to the vehicle suspension may
● Never fit recycled or reused airbag com-
dent.
affect the operation of the airbag system in
ponents in your vehicle.
the event of collision. For example, if wheel
● All repairs and modifications to the vehi-
and tyre combinations not approved by SEAT
cle should only be performed by a special-
WARNING
are used, or if the vehicle height is lowered,
ised workshop.
the suspension is stiffened or the suspension
Modifications to the vehicle suspension, in-
springs, telescopic arms, dampers, etc., are
cluding the use of unauthorised wheel and
modified, the results received by the airbag
tyre combinations, may affect the perform-
Repairs and malfunctions in the
sensors and sent to the control unit may not
ance of the airbags and increase the risk of
airbag system
be accurate. For example, some modifica-
serious or fatal injury in the event of acci-
tions to the suspension could increase the
dent.
When performing repairs and technical
force measured by the sensors and result in
● Never fit suspension components which
modifications, SEAT's directives must be
the triggering of the airbag systems in colli-
are not identical to the original parts in the
observed! ›››
sions. Under normal conditions, the measured
vehicle.
values would be lower and the airbag would
● Never use wheel and tyre combinations
Modifications and repairs to the front bumper,
not have been triggered. Other modifications
not approved by SEAT.
doors, front seats, and repairs to the roof or
may reduce the forces measured by the sen-
chassis should only be carried out in a speci-
sors and prevent the airbags from being trig-
alised workshop. These components may
gered when they should.
contain parts or sensors belonging to the air-
Retrofitting of mobile phones
bag system.
WARNING
An exterior aerial is required for the use of
If work is carried out on the airbag system or
Repairs or modifications which are not per-
two-way radios in the vehicle.
parts have to be removed and fitted on the
formed correctly may result in damage or
system when performing other repair work,
The retro-fitting of electrical or electronic ap-
errors in the vehicle operation, affecting
parts of the airbag system may be damaged.
pliances in the vehicle is subject to their ap-
the effectiveness of the airbag systems.
The consequence may be that, in the event
proval for use in your vehicle. Under certain
This could result in serious or fatal acci-
of an accident, the airbag inflates incorrectly
dents.
circumstances, this could mean that your ve-
or does not inflate at all.
hicle registration documents are no longer
● All repairs and modifications to the vehi-
valid.
So that the effectiveness of the airbag is not
cle should only be performed by a special-
reduced and that removed parts do not
ised workshop.
SEAT has approved your vehicle for use with
cause any injuries or environmental pollution,
● Airbag modules must never be repaired:
two-way radios providing the following con-
regulations must be observed. These require-
they have to be replaced.
ditions are observed:
ments are known to specialised workshops.
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Care and maintenance
● The exterior aerial must be mounted pro-
tion may be exceeded. This is also the case
than if the mobile phone were connected to a
fessionally.
if the aerial has not been correctly instal-
built-in aerial or to another exterior aerial.
● The maximum transmitting power is 10
led.
If the vehicle is fitted with a suitable hands-
watts.
● You should only use a two-way radio in-
free device that allows the employment of
side the vehicle if it has first been correctly
numerous additional mobile telephone func-
The optimal reach of the equipment is only
connected to an exterior aerial.
tions with compatible Bluetooth technology®,
achieved with an external aerial.
it will comply with the legislation in many
Check first with a specialised workshop that
countries which only permits the use of mo-
understands the technical possibilities of in-
bile phones inside vehicles using a hands-
Using a mobile telephone in a vehi-
stallation if you wish to use a two-way radio
free device.
cle without connection to an exteri-
with a transmitting power of over 10 watts.
Mobile telephones must be placed in a suita-
SEAT recommends taking your car in for
or aerial
ble telephone support or stored safely in the
technical service.
Mobile telephones transmit and receive radio
vehicle. If a support is used for the telephone,
All legal requirements, together with the in-
waves also called high-frequency energy,
it must be securely fastened to the base
structions for the use of two-way radios must
both when in use and when on stand-by. Sci-
plate. The mobile will be secure on the instru-
be observed.
entific studies state that radio waves exceed-
ment panel and always within reach of the
ing certain values may be harmful to the hu-
driver only by following these procedures.
WARNING
man body. International committees and au-
Mobile telephone connection with an exter-
thorities have established limits and direc-
nal aerial is carried out subject to the hands-
If the two-way radio is not securely fas-
tened in position, it could be sent flying
tives in order to ensure electromagnetic radi-
free device, via the telephone support or by
around the vehicle in the event of sharp
ation from mobile phones remains within cer-
the Bluetooth® connections present in the
braking, sudden manoeuvres or accident,
tain limits that do not endanger health. Nev-
mobile telephone and the vehicle.
causing injury.
ertheless, there is no conclusive scientific evi-
If the mobile phone is connected to an aerial
● While driving, two-way radios must be
dence that wireless telephones are totally
incorporated into the vehicle or an exterior
securely fastened in position, outside the
safe.
aerial connected to the vehicle, it will help re-
airbags deployment zones, or safely stow-
That is why some experts recommend mod-
duce the electromagnetic radiation transmit-
ed away.
erate use of the mobile telephone, and the
ted and the risk to human health. It will also
appliance of measures to reduce radiation on
improve the quality of the connection.
WARNING
the human body.
If the phone is used inside the vehicle without
When using a two-way radio without a con-
When a mobile phone not connected to an
the hands-free system, it will not be securely
nection to an exterior aerial, the maximum
exterior aerial is used inside the vehicle, the
fastened and will not be connected to the ex-
permitted levels of electromagnetic radia-
electromagnetic radiation may be greater
terior aerial of the vehicle telephone. Nor will
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Practical tips
the telephone charge if it is not on the sup-
This is also the case if the aerial has not
port. In addition, some calls may break off
been correctly installed.
and the quality of the connection will be af-
● A minimum of 20 centimetres should be
fected.
kept between mobile phone aerials and ar-
Mobile telephones should only be used inside
tificial pacemakers, as mobile telephones
the vehicle if they are connected to a hands-
may affect the working of pacemakers.
free system. SEAT recommends using an ex-
● Do not keep mobile phones in breast
ternal aerial should you wish to use a mobile
pockets directly above pacemakers.
telephone inside the vehicle.
● Immediately switch off the mobile tele-
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue-
phone if you suspect any interference with
Fig. 175 Rear jacking points for raising vehicle
tooth® SIG, Inc.
pacemakers or other types of medical
with lifting platform or jack
equipment.
WARNING
Always use the jacking points indicated in the
If the mobile phone is not securely fastened
figures ››› Fig. 174 and ››› Fig. 175 when rais-
in position, it could be sent flying around
Support points for raising the vehi-
ing the vehicle. If the vehicle is not lifted at
the vehicle in the event of sharp braking,
cle
these points, it could be seriously damaged
sudden manoeuvres or accident, causing
››› or lead to serious injury ›››
injury.
The vehicle should not be lifted using lifting
● While driving, the mobile telephone, oth-
platforms with lift pads containing fluid.
er equipment including telephone acces-
sories such as telephone supports, note-
When raising a vehicle using a platform or
pads and navigators must be correctly se-
jack, a series of precautionary measures are
cured, away from the airbags deployment
required. Do not raise the vehicle with a lifting
zones, or stored in a safe place.
platform or jack unless you have received
training in how to do so and know how to do
so safely.
WARNING
When using a mobile telephone or two-way
Notes on raising the vehicle with a jack
radio without connecting an external aer-
Fig. 174 Front jacking points for raising vehicle
››› page 72.
ial, the maximum permitted levels of elec-
with lifting platform or jack
tromagnetic radiation in the vehicle may be
exceeded, thus putting the driver and the
rest of the vehicle occupants in danger.
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Care and maintenance
WARNING
CAUTION
The improper use of the lifting platform or
● Never raise the vehicle at the engine oil
the jack when raising the vehicle may result
sump, the gearbox or the rear or front
in accidents or serious injury.
axles.
● Before raising the vehicle, please observe
● Always use an intermediate rubber sup-
the manufacturer's instructions for the
port to prevent damage to the vehicle un-
platform or jack, and the legal require-
derbody. Check that the arms of the lifting
ments, where applicable.
platform are able to move with obstruction.
● There should not be anyone inside the
● The arms should not come into contact
vehicle when it is being raised or once it is
with the side running boards or other parts
in the air.
of the vehicle.
● Only use the jacking points indicated in
the figures ››› Fig. 174 and ››› Fig. 175 when
raising the vehicle. If the vehicle is not lifted
at the indicated points, it may fall from the
platform while the engine or gearbox is be-
ing dismounted, for example.
● The jacking points should be centrally
aligned and firmly positioned on the plat-
form support plates.
● Never start the engine when the vehicle is
raised! The vehicle may fall from the plat-
form due to the engine vibrations.
● If it is necessary to work underneath the
vehicle while it is raised, you should check
that the supporting stands have an ade-
quate load capacity.
● Never climb onto the lifting platform.
● Always make sure that the weight of the
vehicle does not exceed the lifting platform
load capacity.
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Practical tips
age of ethanol in the petrol. “E5” means,
Super unleaded petrol 95 octane petrol or
Checking and refilling lev-
for example, an ethanol ratio of 5% max.
normal 91 octane petrol at least
els
2
Diesel with biodiesel (“B” stands for Bio-
We recommend refuelling with super 95 oc-
diesel). The number indicates the per-
tane petrol (91 AKI). If not available: normal 91
centage of biodiesel in the diesel. “B7”
octane petrol (87 AKI) (with a slight power
Fuel
means, for example, a proportion of bio-
loss).
diesel of max. 7%.
Identification of the fuel1)
3
Natural gas: “CNG” means Compressed
Super unleaded petrol, 95 octanes at
Natural Gas.
least
You should use super 95 octane petrol (91
AKI) at least.
Type of petrol
If super is not available, if necessary, use nor-
3 Applies to vehicles: with petrol engine
mal 91 octane petrol (87 AKI). In this case only
use moderate engine speeds and a light
The correct grade of petrol is listed inside the
throttle. Refuel with super as soon as possi-
fuel tank flap.
ble.
The vehicle is equipped with a catalytic con-
verter and must only be run on unleaded
Unleaded super plus 98 octane petrol or
Fig. 176 Identification of fuels according to Eu-
petrol. The petrol must comply with the
super 95 octane petrol at least
ropean Union (EU) Directive 2014/94/
standard EN 228 and be sulphur-free. Fuels
We recommend refuelling with super plus 98
with a 10% ethanol ratio can be refuelled
octane petrol (93 AKI). If not available: super
Fuels are identified with different symbols.
(E10)2). The types of petrol are differentiated
95 octane petrol (91 AKI) (with a slight power
Depending on the fuel, the different symbols
by using the octane numbers (RON) or via
loss).
are on the pump and the tank lid of your vehi-
the anti-knock index (AKI).
cle. The identification serves to prevent con-
If super is not available, if necessary, use nor-
fusion when choosing the fuel.
The following pieces of text show the infor-
mal 91 octane petrol (87 AKI). In this case only
mation included in the corresponding stickers
use moderate engine speeds and a light
1
Petrol with ethanol (“E” stands for Etha-
on the tank lid (examples):
nol). The number indicates the percent-
1) Depending on country
2) Follow the regulations of the country you are
driving in.
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Checking and refilling levels
throttle. Refuel with super as soon as possi-
Note
Natural gas
ble.
● Fuel with an octane rating higher than the
3 Applies to vehicles: with a natural gas engine
one required by the engine can be used.
CAUTION
Natural gas can be compressed or in liquid
● In countries in which there is no sulphur-
● Fuels high percentage of ethanol, e.g.
form, addition to others.
free fuel, it is also allowed to use low sul-
E30 - E100 button must not be used. The
phur content fuel.
fuel system would be damaged. Exception:
Use of compressed natural gas (CNG)
vehicles with Totalflex engine ››› page 187,
Vehicles with a natural gas engine must only
Ethanol fuel.
be working with CNG (Compressed Natural
● A single refuelling with leaded fuel or
Ethanol fuel
Gas CNG ), or with a mixture of biomethane
other metal additives entails a permanent
3 Applies to vehicles: with Totalflex engine
if it complies with Regulation EN 16723-2.
deterioration of the effectiveness of the
catalytic converter.
You can recognise vehicles with Totalflex en-
Do not use fuels such as liquefied natural gas
● Only use fuel additives that have been
gines1) by label on the fuel tank lid with with
(Liquefied Natural Gas), liquified petroleum
approved by SEAT. The products that con-
the marking “Petrol/ethanol”.
gas (LPG = Liquefied Petroleum G) or hy-
tain substances to increase the octane rat-
thane (hydrogen mixed with methane) ›››
Vehicles with Totalflex engine can run with
ing or decrease knocking may contain met-
unleaded petrol (95 octane / 91 AKI) accord-
Therefore, vehicles with a natural gas engine
al additives that damage the engine and
ing to ANP No. 57 and with fuels with any high
must only be refuelled using compressed
catalytic converter. This type of products
percentage of ethanol. The vehicle is refuel-
natural gas (CNG).
must not be used.
led in the same way as petrol refuelling.
● Do not use fuels shown in the pump as
Natural gas quality and consumption
containing metals. LRP (lead replacement
Also consider that ››› page 186, Type of pet-
petrol) fuels contain high concentrations of
rol
Natural gas is divided into the groups H and L
metal additives. Risk of engine damage!
depending on its quality.
● High engine speed and full throttle can
Note
Gas type H has a superior heating power and
damage the engine when using petrol with
SEAT recommends filling the tank exclu-
inferior nitrogen and carbon dioxide content
an octane rating lower than the correct
sively with petrol every 10,000 km to de-
than type L. The higher the heating power of
grade for the engine.
crease impurities that using E100 ethanol
the natural gas, the lower the consumption
fuel might have left in the engine.
will be.
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1) This motor is only available in some markets.
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However, the heating power and the propor-
gas tanks are weakened by deformations,
WARNING
tion of nitrogen and carbon dioxide can fluc-
damage or corrosion. As a result, the tanks
Damaged, corroded or rusted tanks can re-
tuate within the quality groups. Therefore, ve-
could burst and result in serious injuries or
sult in serious injury or even death.
hicle consumption can also vary when using
even death. For this reason, the vehicle owner
a single type of gas only.
must have a specialised workshop check (vis-
● Have the natural gas deposits checked at
ual check) the gas system every 4 years at
least every 4 years (visual check).
The engine management automatically
least. The vehicle owner must have a speci-
● Natural gas tanks have a limited service
adapts to the natural gas used according to
alised workshop replace the natural gas
life. Have the natural gas tanks replaced
its quality. Therefore, different quality gases
tanks before they reach the end of their serv-
when required. You can obtain further infor-
can be mixed in the tank, without the need for
ice life. For further information about the serv-
mation about this at SEAT dealers or speci-
comprehensive draining before applying a
ice life of gas tanks, go to a SEAT dealer serv-
alised workshops.
different quality gas.
ice or a specialised workshop
WARNING
Natural gas and safety
WARNING
If the vehicle underbody touches the
If you can smell gas or suspect that there is a
Failure to act when you can smell gas in the
ground or in the event of a rear collision,
leak ›››
:
vehicle or when refuelling can cause seri-
there could be damage to the natural gas
ous injuries.
tanks.
● Stop the vehicle immediately.
● Carry out the necessary operations.
● Check whether there is a smell of gas.
● Switch the ignition off.
● Leave the danger zone.
● If you notice a smell of gas, take the vehi-
● Open the doors to appropriately ventilate
● If necessary, warn the emergency serv-
cle to a specialised workshop immediately
the vehicle.
ices.
and have the natural gas system checked.
● Extinguish cigarettes immediately.
● Move away from the vehicle or switch off
WARNING
Note
objects that may cause sparks or a fire.
The vehicle is not suitable for liquefied nat-
Have the natural gas system checked regu-
● If you continue to smell gas, do not contin-
larly by a specialised workshop, according
ural gas (LNG) or liquefied petrol gas (LPG),
ue driving!
to the Maintenance Programme.
so LNG or LPG should not be used under
● Seek specialist assistance. Have the fault
any circumstances. Liquid gas can cause
repaired.
an explosion of the natural gas tanks and
cause severe injuries!
Regular checks of the natural gas system
The natural gas tanks may be damaged or
corroded by external factors. The walls of the
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Checking and refilling levels
Filling the tank
prevent the generation of static electricity.
- If you are using a metal fuel canister,
Sparks could cause a fire when refuelling.
the nozzle must always touch the can-
ister while it is being filled to avoid stat-
Introduction
● Never handle fuel close to flames, sparks
ic electricity.
or objects with slow combustion (e.g. ciga-
The fuel tank flap is on the rear right of the
rettes).
- Follow the legal requirements for the
vehicle.
● Avoid static electricity and electro-mag-
use, storage and transport of spare fuel
netic radiation when refuelling.
canisters.
WARNING
- Insure that the fuel container complies
● Observe the safety regulations of the
with manufacturing standards, for ex-
Refuelling or handling fuel carelessly can
service station.
ample, ANSI or ASTM F852-86.
cause an explosion or fire resulting in seri-
● Never spill fuel on the vehicle or in the
ous burns and injuries.
luggage compartment.
CAUTION
● Always make sure that you correctly
close the fuel cap to avoid evaporation and
WARNING
● Always remove any fuel spilled anywhere
fuel spillage.
on the vehicle to avoid damage to the
For safety reasons, SEAT does not recom-
● Fuels are highly explosive and inflamma-
wheel housing, the tyre and vehicle paint-
mend carrying a spare fuel canister in the
work.
ble substances that can cause serious
vehicle. Fuel could be spilled and catch
burns and injuries.
● Refuelling a petrol engine with diesel can
fire, above all in case of an accident and
● Fuel could leak out or be spilt if the en-
this applies to a full container as well as
cause serious engine and fuel system dam-
gine is not switched off or if the filler fuel
empty containers. This could lead to explo-
age; the resulting malfunctions are not
nozzle is not fully inserted into the tank fill-
sions, fires and injuries.
covered by the SEAT warranty. If you refuel
er neck when refuelling. This could lead to
with the wrong type of fuel, never start the
● Observe the following if you exceptional-
a fire, explosion and severe injuries.
engine. This applies to even the smallest
ly have to carry fuel in a canister:
amount of the wrong fuel. Seek specialist
● When refuelling, turn off the engine and
- Never place a fuel container, to fill it, in-
assistance. With the engine running, the
turn off the ignition for safety reasons.
side the vehicle or on the vehicle, for
composition of the wrong fuel could signifi-
● Always turn off mobile telephones, radio
example, in the luggage compartment.
cantly damage the fuel system and the en-
apparatus and other radio wave emitting
Filling in these circumstances could
gine itself.
equipment before refuelling. Electromag-
create an electrostatic charge and
netic waves could cause sparks and lead
spark that could ignite fuel fumes.
to a fire.
For the sake of the environment
- Always place the canister on the
● Never enter the vehicle while refuelling. If
ground to fill it.
Fuels can contaminate the environment.
it is absolutely necessary to enter, close
Collect any spilt service fluids and allow a
- Insert the fuel nozzle into the neck of
the door and touch a metal surface before
professional to dispose of them.
the canister as far as possible.
touching the filler nozzle again. This will
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Practical tips
Control lamps and fuel gauge
In natural gas engines
a) It lights up
During driving, the fuel gauge needle is in the
The fuel tank is almost empty. The reserve tank is be-
fuel area with which the car is currently driv-
ing used (red mark ››› Fig. 177) ››› page 32.
ing. Whenever the ignition is switched on, the
Refuel as soon as possible ›››
needle changes first for a few seconds to the
petrol area in order to display the current lev-
a) This only applies to vehicles with the fuel gauge on
the dash panel ››› Fig. 177.
el of fuel. The needle then moves to the natu-
ral gas area. After the engine is started, the
needle changes to the area corresponding to
a) It lights up
the current operating mode.
The natural gas tank is almost empty. The reserve
Remark: if the vehicle is left parked for a long
tank is being used (red mark ››› Fig. 178) ››› page 32.
time just after refuelling, the gas level indica-
Fig. 177 On the instrument panel: Fuel gauge
Refuel as soon as possible ›››
tor does not accurately indicate the same
for petrol.
a) This only applies to vehicles with the fuel gauge on
level shown after refuelling when the vehicle
the dash panel ››› Fig. 177.
is started up again. This is not due to a leak in
the system, but to a drop in pressure in the
gas tank for technical reasons after a cooling
and the seg-
Flashes for about 10 sec-
phase immediately after refuelling.
ments remain-
onds
inga)
WARNING
The fuel tank is almost empty. The reserve tank is be-
Driving with insufficient fuel reserve could
ing used ››› page 32.
result in the vehicle breaking down in traffic
Refuel as soon as possible ›››
and a serious accident.
● If the fuel level is too low then the fuel
a) This only applies to vehicles with the fuel gauge on
supply to the engine can become irregular
Fig. 178 On the instrument panel: Fuel gauge
the dash panel display.
especially on slopes.
for petrol.
Several warning and control lamps light up
● If the engine “is choked” or stalls due to
The fuel gauge can vary depending on the
for a few seconds when the ignition is switch-
lack of or irregularity of the fuel supply, the
vehicle equipment ››› Fig. 177 or ››› Fig. 178.
ed on, signalling that the function is being
power steering as well as all of the driver
verified. They will switch off after a few sec-
assistance systems including brake assis-
onds.
tance will stop working.
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Checking and refilling levels
● Always refuel when there is only one
Refuelling with petrol
Vehicles with a natural gas engine
quarter of the fuel tank left to avoid running
Every 6 months it is necessary to run on pet-
out of fuel.
rol until the control lamp switches off and
then the tank must be refilled. This is neces-
CAUTION
sary to ensure the efficient operation of the
system and the fuel quality required for run-
● Always pay attention to any lit control
ning on gas.
lamps and to the corresponding descrip-
tions and instructions to avoid damage to
WARNING
the vehicle.
● Never run the fuel tank completely dry.
Do not continue refilling once the fuel noz-
An irregular fuel supply may lead to ignition
zle has switched itself off. The fuel tank
faults and unburnt fuel could enter the ex-
may be filled too much. As a result, fuel
Fig. 179 Open fuel tank flap with tank cap in
may spurt out and spill. This could lead to a
haust system. This could damage the cata-
the holder
fire, explosion and severe injuries.
lytic converter.
Read the additional information carefully
Note
››› page 32
CAUTION
The arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on
● Always remove any fuel spilled anywhere
Before refuelling, always turn off the engine,
on the vehicle to avoid damage to the
the instrument panel ››› Fig. 177 indicates
the ignition, mobile telephones, auxiliary
the side of the vehicle on which the fuel
wheel housing, the tyre and vehicle paint-
heating and keep them off during refuelling.
tank flap is located.
work.
Refuelling
For the sake of the environment
The correct petrol type for the vehicle is loca-
ted on a sticker inside the fuel tank flap
Fuels can contaminate the environment.
Collect any spilt service fluids and allow a
››› page 186.
professional to dispose of them.
● If the automatic filler nozzle is operated
correctly, it will switch itself off as soon as the
fuel tank is full ›››
● Do not continue to refuel if it is turned off!
Otherwise, this will fill the expansion chamber
and fuel may leak out if the ambient condi-
tions are warm.
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Practical tips
Refuelling with natural gas
● Press on the rear area of the flap and open
you can smell gas, stop refuelling immedi-
it.
ately.
Refuelling
WARNING
Remark: If the ambient temperature is very
The vehicle is not prepared to use liquefied
high, the natural gas pump protection against
natural gas (LNG) and this fuel must not be
overheating disconnects this automatically.
added under any circumstances. Liquefied
natural gas can cause the natural gas tank
● Remove the plug from the gas filler mouth
to explode, resulting in serious injury.
››› Fig. 180
1 .
● Connect the pump filling nozzle to the gas
filler mouth.
Note
Fig. 180 Open tank lid: gas filler mouth
1 , fill-
● The fuel tank will be full when the pump
● The filling nozzles of natural gas pumps
er mouth retainer 2
can differ in the way they are operated. If
compressor automatically cuts the supply.
you are unacquainted with the pump, it is
Before refuelling, the engine and the ignition,
● If you wish to finish refuelling in advance,
advisable that a member of staff of the
mobile telephone and heating must be
press the button on the pump to stop the flow.
service station performs the refuelling op-
switched off separately ›››
eration.
Closing the fuel tank cap
● Noises heard when refuelling are normal
It is also essential to carefully read the in-
● Check that the gas filler mouth retainer 2
and do not indicate the presence of a fault
structions for the natural gas pump.
is not trapped with the filler nozzle. If neces-
in the system.
The vehicle is equipped for refuelling only
sary, place it in the filler mouth again.
● The vehicle natural gas system is pre-
with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) ›››
● Insert the plug in the filler mouth.
pared both for refuelling with a small com-
Refuelling with another type of natural gas is
pressor (slow refuel) and a large compres-
not allowed, e.g. Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
● Close the tank flap. Make sure you hear it
sor (fast refuel) in natural gas service sta-
or hydromethane.
click into place.
tions.
Opening the fuel tank cap
WARNING
The natural gas filler mouth is behind the fuel
Natural gas is a highly explosive, easily
tank cap, next to the petrol filler mouth.
flammable substance. Incorrect handling
of the natural gas can cause accidents se-
● Unlock the vehicle with the key or with the
rious burns and other injuries.
central locking button situated on the driver
● Before refuelling with natural gas, the fill-
door ››› page 97.
ing mouth must be correctly engaged. If
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Checking and refilling levels
Bonnet
● If you have to work underneath the vehi-
● Once the engine has cooled, follow the
cle, you must use suitable stands addition-
instructions below before opening the bon-
ally to support the vehicle, there is a risk of
net:
Working in the engine compart-
accident!. The jack is not intended for this
- Engage the handbrake and place the
ment
kind of work and its failure could lead to se-
gear selector lever in N or the gear
vere injuries.
stick in neutral.
Read the additional information carefully
● Disconnect the Start-Stop system.
- Remove the key from the ignition.
››› page 12
- Keep children away from the engine
Before working in the engine compartment,
WARNING
compartment and never leave them
make sure that the vehicle is parked on hori-
The engine compartment is a dangerous
unsupervised.
zontal and firm ground.
area capable of causing serious injury.
● When the engine is warm or hot, the cool-
The engine compartment of the vehicle is a
ing system is pressurised. Do not unscrew
● For all type of work, always take the ut-
hazardous area. Never work on the engine or
the cap on the expansion tank when the en-
most precautions, work carefully and note
in the engine compartment if you are not fa-
gine is hot. Otherwise, coolant may spray
the general safety standards in force. Nev-
miliar with the operations to be carried out,
out under pressure causing burns and seri-
er take personal risks.
the applicable safety standards and espe-
ous injury.
● Never work on the engine or in the engine
cially if you do not have the necessary instru-
- After cooling, carefully and slowly un-
compartment if you are not familiar with
ments, liquids and tools ›››
! If required,
screw the cap anticlockwise, gently
the necessary operations. If you are not
have any work carried out by a specialised
pressing down on it.
sure about procedures then visit a special-
workshop. Negligent work can cause serious
ised workshop to carry out the necessary
- Always protect your face, hands and
injury.
work. Working incorrectly can cause seri-
arms from hot coolant and steam using
ous injuries.
a large, thick cloth.
WARNING
● Never open the bonnet if you see steam
● When refilling liquids, avoid spilling them
If the vehicle moves unexpectedly, this
or coolant escaping from the engine com-
on parts of the engine and the exhaust sys-
could cause serious injury.
partment. This may cause serious burns. Al-
tem. Spilled liquids could cause a fire.
ways wait until you cannot see or hear the
● Never work under the vehicle if it has not
sound of steam or coolant coming from the
been immobilized. If you must work under-
WARNING
engine compartment.
neath the vehicle with the wheels in con-
The high voltages of the electrical system
tact with the ground then it should be
● Always allow the engine to cool down be-
can give electric shocks as well as causing
parked on flat ground, the wheels should
fore opening the bonnet.
burns and serious injury and possibly even
be prevented from moving and the key
● Contact with hot elements of the engine
death!
»
should be removed from the ignition.
and the exhaust system can cause burns.
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Practical tips
● Never cause short circuits in the electri-
make sure that they cannot be trapped
● Never cover the engine with additional in-
cal system. The battery could explode.
by engine components.
sulating materials such as a blanket. Risk of
fire!
● To minimise the risk of electric shock and
- Take extreme caution when operating
serious consequences while the engine is
the accelerator and remain attentive.
running or starting the engine, note the fol-
The vehicle could move, even if the
WARNING
lowing:
handbrake is applied.
If the bonnet is not correctly closed, it
- Never touch the electrical wiring of the
● Always make sure you have not left any
could suddenly open while driving leaving
ignition system.
objects, such as cleaning cloths and tools,
the driver without visibility. This could re-
in the engine compartment. If any object is
sult in a serious accident.
left in the engine compartment, this could
WARNING
● After closing the bonnet, always check
cause malfunctions, engine faults and even
that it is properly secured by the locking
In the engine compartment, there are rotat-
a fire.
mechanism in the lock carrier piece. The
ing parts that could cause serious injury.
bonnet must be flush with the surrounding
● Never place your hands directly on or
WARNING
body panels.
near the radiator fan. Touching the rotor
blades could seriously harm you. The venti-
Refill liquids and certain materials can
● While driving, if you notice that the bon-
catch fire easily in the engine compart-
net is not correctly closed then stop imme-
lator works according to the engine tem-
ment, causing a fire and serious injury!
diately and close it correctly.
perature and could start suddenly even
when the ignition is turned off and the key is
● Never smoke.
● Make sure the bonnet is opened and
removed.
● Never work close to places exposed to
closed safely (when the engine is off, no
● If any work has to be performed when the
flames or sparks.
smoke is coming from the engine compart-
engine is started or with the engine running,
ment, there is enough space around the
● Never pour service fluids over the engine.
there is an additional, potentially fatal,
car, no people are near, etc.).
These fluid may ignite hot engine parts and
safety risk from rotating parts, such as the
cause injuries.
drive belts, alternator, radiator fan, etc., as
CAUTION
● If it is necessary to work on the fuel sys-
well as from the high-voltage ignition sys-
tem or the electrical system, please follow
● When refilling or changing service liq-
tem. Always work with the utmost caution.
the instructions below:
uids, ensure that you put the liquids into the
- Always make sure that no parts of your
right tank. Making a mistake when refilling
- Always disconnect the vehicle battery.
body, jewellery, ties, loose clothing and
could cause serious malfunctions and
long hair can be trapped by the rotat-
- Never work close to heaters, heat sour-
damage the engine!
ing parts of the engine. Before any
ces or places exposed to flames or
work, remove ties and jewellery (neck-
sparks.
● To avoid damage to the bonnet and to the
windscreen wiper arms, only open it when
laces, etc), tie long hair back and tie all
● Always keep a recently serviced and per-
items of loose clothing to your body to
fectly working fire extinguisher close by.
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Checking and refilling levels
the windscreen wipers are in place against
● Never store engine oil in empty food con-
WARNING
the windscreen.
tainers or bottles as other people may ac-
Observe the safety warnings ››› in Con-
cidentally drink it.
● Before driving, always lower the wiper
trol and warning lamps on page 27.
arms.
● Regular contact with engine oil can be
bad for the skin. If you come into contact
with engine oil, wash your skin with soap
For the sake of the environment
Engine oil specifications
and water.
Service fluids leaks are harmful to the envi-
● With the engine running, the engine oil
ronment. For this reason you should make
Read the additional information carefully
gets extremely hot and can cause severe
regular checks on the ground underneath
››› page 32
skin burns. Always wait until the engine has
your vehicle. Take the vehicle to a special-
fully cooled.
Replacement engine oil must strictly comply
ised workshop to be checked if you see
with the specifications.
stains, oil or other fluids on the ground.
Collect any spilt service fluids and allow a
For the sake of the environment
The correct oil must be used to ensure the
professional to dispose of them.
correct operation and long service life of the
Similar to the other service liquids, spilled
engine oil can be bad for the environment.
engine. The engine comes with a high-quality
Collect these liquids in suitable containers
multigrade oil that can generally be used all
and dispose of them while respecting the
year round.
Engine oil
environment.
Only use an engine oil that complies to SEAT
standards whenever possible ››› . Only refill
Introduction
engine oil using approved engine oil in ac-
Control and warning lamps
cordance with the corresponding VW stand-
WARNING
ard (››› page 33). All oils indicated are
Incorrectly handling engine oil can cause
Flashes
synthetic multigrade oils.
injury and serious burns.
Engine oil pressure too low.
Engine oils are being continuously further de-
● Always protect your eyes when handling
Stop the vehicle! Switch off the engine. Check
veloped. Technical services are constantly
engine oil.
the engine oil level, and if necessary, refill with en-
updated with any modifications. SEAT there-
● Oil is toxic and must be kept out of the
gine oil ››› page 196.
fore recommends that you have the engine
reach of children.
- If the warning indicator flashes although the oil lev-
oil changed by a technical service.
el is correct, do not continue driving or leave the en-
● Engine oil should only be kept in its origi-
gine running. Otherwise, the engine could be dam-
nal packaging; the same goes for used oil
aged. Seek specialist assistance.
CAUTION
until it is disposed of.
● Only use engine oils whose specifica-
tions are expressly approved by SEAT. The
»
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Practical tips
use of any other type of oil could cause en-
● Replace the dipstick, pushing it in as far as
gine damage!
it will go. If the dipstick to measure engine oil
has a mark, when you reintroduce it this mark
● No additives should be used with engine
should slot into the corresponding groove lo-
oil. Any damage caused by the use of such
cated on the upper end of the tube.
additives would not be covered by the fac-
tory warranty.
● Remove the oil dipstick again and check
the engine oil level.
● After reading the oil level, replace the dip-
Checking engine oil level and top-
stick in the tube completely.
ping up
Fig. 182 In the engine compartment: engine oil
WARNING
filler cap.
Oil could catch fire if it comes into contact
Read the additional information carefully
with hot engine components. This could
lead to a fire, explosion and severe injuries.
››› page 32
● Always ensure that after topping of oil,
Preparations
the engine oil filler cap is correctly tight-
ened. This will avoid engine oil spilling onto
● Park the vehicle on flat ground so that the
hot engine parts when the engine is run-
engine oil reading is correct.
ning.
● The engine must be hot to be able to check
the engine oil level. Stop the engine and wait
CAUTION
a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the
Fig. 181
Marked engine oil dipstick
sump.
● If the engine oil level is above the area
››› Fig. 181 A do not start the engine. Re-
● Open the bonnet ››› page 193.
quest help from specialised staff. Other-
● The engine oil filler neck can be recognised
wise catalytic converter and engine dam-
by the symbol on the cap ››› Fig. 182 and
age may occur.
the dipstick by its coloured handle.
● When refilling or changing service liq-
uids, ensure that you put the liquids into the
Check the engine oil level
right tank. Making a mistake when refilling
could cause serious malfunctions and
● Pull out the dipstick and wipe it on a clean
damage the engine!
cloth.
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Checking and refilling levels
For the sake of the environment
The engine oil must be changed regularly ac-
● Wash your skin thoroughly if it comes into
cording to the specifications of the Mainte-
contact with engine oil.
The oil level must never be above zone A .
nance Programme.
Otherwise oil can be drawn in through the
● Engine oil is poisonous! Used oil must be
crankcase breather and leak into the at-
Due to the problems linked with disposing of
stored in a safe place out of the reach of
mosphere via the exhaust system.
used oil and the need for suitable tools and
children.
special knowledge, always visit a specialised
workshop to have the engine oil and filter
CAUTION
changed. SEAT recommends taking your car
Engine oil consumption
No additives should be used with engine oil.
in for technical service.
This could result in engine damage. Any
The consumption of engine oil can be differ-
Detailed information on the service intervals
damage caused by the use of such addi-
ent from one engine to another and can vary
is shown in the Maintenance Programme.
tives would not be covered by the factory
during the useful life of the engine.
warranty.
Engine oil additives make new oil darker after
Depending on how you drive and the condi-
the engine has been running for a short peri-
tions in which the vehicle is used, oil con-
od. This is normal and does not mean more
For the sake of the environment
sumption can be up to 1 ltr./2000 km. In the
frequent oil changes are required.
Before changing the engine oil, find a suita-
case of new vehicles, the consumption can
ble location or service for proper disposal.
exceed this figure over 5,000 kilometres. For
WARNING
this reason the engine oil level must be
Only change the engine oil yourself if you
For the sake of the environment
checked at regular intervals, preferably when
have the specialist knowledge required!
filling the tank and before a journey.
Always dispose of engine oil with the ut-
● Before opening the bonnet, read and ob-
most respect for the environment. Never
When the engine is working hard, for instance
serve the warnings ››› page 193.
dispose of used engine oil in places such as
during sustained high-speed motorway cruis-
● Wait for the engine to cool down. Hot oil
a garden, woods, drains, roads, paths, riv-
ing in summer or when climbing mountain
may cause burn injuries.
ers and drainage systems.
passes, the oil level should preferably be kept
● Wear eye protection to avoid injuries,
within area ››› Fig. 181 A .
such as acid burns, caused by splashes of
oil.
● When removing the oil drain plug with
Topping up engine oil
your fingers, keep your arm horizontal to
help prevent oil from running down your
Read the additional information carefully
arm.
››› page 32.
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