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Driving
remove it when not needed. At speeds of
100-120 km/h (62-75 mph), this will save 12%
of fuel.
Save electrical energy
The engine drives the alternator, thereby
generating electricity. This implies that any
increase in power consumption also increa-
ses fuel consumption! For this reason, switch
off any unneeded electrical devices. Devices
that use a lot of electricity include the blower
at a high setting, the rear window heating or
the seat heating.
Plug-in hybrid drive:
brake early and evenly
to take advantage of energy recovery.
Note
●
If you have the Start-Stop system, it is
recommended that it should not be discon-
nected.
●
It is recommended that you close the
windows when driving at more than
60 km/h (37 mph).
●
Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal, as the pressure can make the
plate slip. This causes wear and can dam-
age the clutch plate.
●
Do not ride the clutch on a hill, use the
brake. The fuel consumption will be lower
and you will prevent the clutch plate from
being damaged.
●
Use the engine brake on downhills by
changing to the gear that is best suited for
the gradient. Fuel consumption will be
“zero” and the brakes will not suffer.
Driving on flooded roads
To prevent damage to the vehicle driving on
flooded roads, take the following into ac-
count:
●
The water should never come above the
lower edge of the bodywork.
●
Drive at pedestrian speed.
WARNING
After driving through flooded zones, brak-
ing effectiveness can decrease if the brake
discs or pads are damp
›››
CAUTION
●
Driving through flooded areas may dam-
age vehicle components such as the en-
gine, transmission or electrical system.
●
Whenever driving through water, the
Start-Stop system must be switched off
›››
.
Note
●
Check the depth of the water before en-
tering the flooded zone.
●
Do not stop in the water, drive in reverse,
or stop the engine.
●
Vehicles travelling in the opposite direc-
tion cause waves that could exceed your
vehicle's critical height.
●
Avoid driving through salt water (corro-
sion)
.
Trips abroad
●
With petrol vehicles, it should be ensured
that lead-free petrol is available throughout
the journey
. Seek
information about service station networks
selling unleaded fuel.
●
In some countries, it is possible that your
vehicle is not sold and some spare parts may
not be available or the technical services
may only be able to make limited repairs.
SEAT importers and distributors will provide
information about the technical preparation
that your vehicle requires and also about
necessary maintenance and repair possibili-
ties.
CAUTION
SEAT does not accept liability for any dam-
age to the vehicle due to the use of a lower
quality fuel, an inadequate service or the
non-availability of genuine spare parts.
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Driver assistance systems
Driver assistance systems
General notes
Safety advice
WARNING
●
Responsibility for driving rests with the
driver at all times. The drive assist systems
are not a replacement for driver attention.
Focus all your attention on driving and be
prepared to intervene at all times.
●
Use the drive assist systems only when
conditions allow. The driving style must al-
ways be suitable for the weather, visibility,
road and traffic conditions.
●
In order for drive assist systems to react
correctly, sensors and cameras must oper-
ate without limitations. Please read the
notes on sensors and cameras in this chap-
ter.
Note
●
Keep in mind the specific rules of each
country, especially when it comes to driv-
ing, formation of an emergency corridor,
braking distance, speed, parking position,
wheel position, etc. The driver is solely re-
sponsible for always complying with the
specific regulations of each country.
●
The area in front of and around the radar
sensor should not be covered with adhe-
sives, additional headlights or similar
items, as this could have a negative impact
on the operation of the assistants. If the ve-
hicle is not properly repaired or structural
modifications are made to it, the operation
of the assistants may be affected.
●
The repair and adjustment of sensors and
cameras requires special knowledge and
tools. It is recommended to visit a SEAT
dealership for this purpose.
System limits
WARNING
●
Drive assist systems can not overcome
the laws of physics. Depending on the cir-
cumstances, a collision may not be avoida-
ble.
●
Warnings, notices and indicator lamps
may not be displayed on time, or may be
displayed incorrectly, e.g. if a vehicle ap-
proaches too quickly.
●
Corrective interventions by drive assist
systems (e.g. interventions in the steering
or brakes) may be insufficient or may never
occur, depending on the circumstances. As
a driver, you must be prepared to act at all
times.
Note
●
Due to the system's detection limits in the
surroundings, the systems may not give
warnings or intervene on time, or they
might do so even if it is not desired. In addi-
tion, the auxiliary systems may incorrectly
interpret a manoeuvre and, as a result,
warn the driver in an unexpected manner.
●
When the towing mode is selected, some
assist systems may react with limitations,
in an unusual way or may not be available.
Keep in mind the instructions relating to the
towing mode.
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Driving
Drive assist sensors and
cameras
Front radar
Fig. 171
On the front bumper: radar sensors.
Fig. 172
Detection area.
A radar sensor may be fitted to the front
bumper of the vehicle
. The front
radar detects any objects in its detection
zone
and provides support for the
following functions:
●
Front Assist
›››
.
●
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
›››
.
The radar can have a range of up to 120m
(400ft) depending on road and weather con-
ditions.
WARNING
The visibility of the radar sensor can be im-
paired by dirt or environmental influences
such as rain, fog, snow, mud, dust, insects
etc. In this case the Front Assist and ACC
functions may stop working. The instrument
panel displays the following message:
No
sensor vision!
And the Front Assist un-
available or ACC unavailable warning
lights come on.
●
Clean the sensor area on the bumper as
indicated in
›››
. When the radar sensor starts cor-
rectly detecting again, the message disap-
pears from the screen and the functions
become available again.
CAUTION
●
If the radar sensor is dirty or poorly ad-
justed, the Front Assist system may give un-
necessary warnings and apply the brakes
inappropriately.
●
The operation of the radar can be affec-
ted by strong reflections of the emitted sig-
nal. This may occur, for example, in an en-
closed car park or due to the presence of
metallic objects (e.g. guard rails or sheets
used in road works).
●
The sensor may not be adjusted correct-
ly if it receives an impact. This may com-
promise the system's efficacy or discon-
nect it. If you have the feeling that the ra-
dar sensor is damaged or adjusted incor-
rectly, switch off the Front Assist and ACC
functions to avoid any damage. If this oc-
curs have it adjusted.
Front camera
Fig. 173
On the windscreen: field of vision of
the Lane Assist system.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle
may be fitted with a front camera on the front
windscreen
›››
. This camera detects
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lane boundaries (lines) to provide support for
the following functions:
●
Lane Assist
.
●
Travel Assist
›››
.
●
Emergency assist
.
CAUTION
To avoid affecting the operation of the sys-
tems, take the following points into consid-
eration:
●
Clean the field of vision of the camera
regularly and make sure it is free of snow
and ice.
●
Do not cover the field of vision of the
camera.
●
Check that the windscreen is not dam-
aged in the area of the camera's field of vi-
sion.
Rear radar
Fig. 174
Rear view of the vehicle: radar sensor
zones.
Fig. 175
Sensor detection zones
The radar sensors are located on the left and
right of the bumper and are not visible from
the outside
. The sensors monitor
both the blind spot and traffic behind the ve-
hicle
.
They support the following functions:
●
Lane departure warning (Side Assist)
›››
●
Rear cross traffic alert (RCTA)
›››
.
●
Door opening warning (Exit Assist)
›››
Automatic deactivation of supported func-
tions
The rear radar sensors deactivate automati-
cally when, among other reasons, one of the
sensors is detected to be permanently cov-
ered. This may be the case if, for example,
there is a layer of snow or ice over one of the
sensors.
The relevant text message will appear in the
dash panel display.
CAUTION
●
The radar sensors on the rear bumper
may be damaged or shifted in the event of
a collision, for example, when entering or
exiting a parking space. This may result in
the system disconnecting itself, or at least
possibly having its functionality diminished.
●
In order to ensure that the radar sensors
work properly, keep the rear bumper free of
snow and ice and do not cover it.
●
The rear bumper should only be painted
with paint authorised by SEAT. The lane de-
parture warning's functions may be limited
or work incorrectly if other paints are used.
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●
The visibility of radar sensors may be af-
fected due to leaves, snow, strong haze or
dirt, among others. Clean the area in front
of the sensors.
●
Never use the lane departure warning,
the rear cross traffic alert or the door
opening warning if the radar sensors are
dirty.
Ultrasound sensors
The bumpers are fitted with ultrasound sen-
sors to perform the following functions:
●
Park Assist
.
●
Parking aid Plus
›››
.
●
Rear parking aid
.
CAUTION
●
Damage to the radiator grille, bumper,
wheel arch and vehicle underbody can
modify the orientation of the sensors. This
can affect the parking aid function. Have
the function checked by a specialised
workshop.
●
A number plate or number plate holder
with dimensions that exceed the space for
the number plate, or a cured or deformed
number plate can cause false detections or
a loss of visibility for the sensors.
Note
●
In order to guarantee good operation,
keep the sensors clean, free of snow and
ice, and do not cover them with stickers or
other objects.
●
If you use high-pressure or vapour equip-
ment for cleaning, do not apply it directly,
unless you do so very briefly, and always
keep a distance of more than 10 cm away.
●
Fitting certain accessories to the front of
the vehicle, such as a plate holder with ad-
vertising, may interfere with the operation
of the Park Assist.
Rear View Camera
Fig. 176
In the rear bumper: location of the re-
verse assist camera.
A camera on the rear bumper aids the driver
when reverse parking or manoeuvring This
provides support to the following function:
●
Rear View Camera
.
WARNING
Fitting a number plate frame may interfere
with the view shown on the screen, as it
may reduce the camera’s field of vision.
CAUTION
●
In order to guarantee good system oper-
ation, keep the cameras clean, free of snow
or ice, and do not cover them with stickers
or other objects.
●
Never use abrasive cleaning products to
clean the camera lens.
●
Do not use hot or warm water to remove
ice or snow from the camera lens. Doing so
could damage the camera.
Cruise control system (CCS)
Introduction
The cruise control system (GRA) helps main-
tain a constant speed set by you.
Speed range
The cruise control system is available when
driving in forward gear at a speed of over ap-
prox. 20 km/h (15 mph).
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Temporarily switching off the cruise con-
trol
The saved speed can be exceeded at any
time, e.g. for overtaking. The cruise control is
suspended during acceleration and is then
resumed with the saved speed.
Status display
When the cruise control system is switched
on, the instrument cluster display shows the
saved speed and the system status:
It lights up grey
The cruise control system is switched on, but regula-
tion is not active.
It lights up green
The cruise control system is switched on and regula-
tion is active.
If there is no speed saved, the instrument
cluster display shows
instead of speed.
Changing gears
As soon as the clutch pedal is depressed,
regulation is suspended and resumes once
the gear change has been made.
Driving down slopes
Shift into a low gear before descending a
long hill. This makes use of engine braking
and relieves the brakes.
WARNING
If it is impossible to drive with sufficient
braking distance and at a constant speed,
using the cruise control system may cause
accidents and serious injuries may occur.
●
Do not use Travel Assist when visibility is
bad, on steep roads, on windy roads or in
slippery circumstances (such as snow, ice,
rain or loose gravel), or on flooded roads.
●
Only use the cruise control system on
paved roads with a firm surface.
●
Adapt your speed and safety distance to
the vehicle in front of you at all times to suit
the visibility, weather, road and traffic con-
ditions.
●
After use, always switch off the speed
limiter to prevent the speed being regula-
ted against your wishes.
●
It is dangerous to use a set speed which is
too high for the prevailing road, traffic or
weather conditions.
Operating the cruise control
Fig. 177
On the multifunction steering wheel:
buttons to operate the speed limiter.
Connecting
●
Press the
button.
There is no speed saved and regulation is not
yet operating.
Start regulation
●
When the vehicle is moving, press the but-
ton
.
The cruise control system saves and regu-
lates the current speed.
Adjusting the speed
While the GRA is set, the stored speed can be
adjusted:
+ 1 km/h (1 mph)
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- 1 km/h (1 mph)
+ 10 km/h (5 mph)
- 10 km/h (5 mph)
The vehicle adapts the current speed by ac-
celerating or stopping accelerating.
Interrupting the adjustment
●
Briefly press the button
on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel or press the brake pedal.
The speed is stored.
Reinstating the cruise control
●
Press the
button.
The cruise control system resumes the saved
speed and regulates it.
Switching off
●
Press and hold the button
.
The cruise control system switches off and
the saved speed is deleted.
Switching off the speed limiter
●
Press the
button.
●
Select the speed limiter on the instrument
cluster display.
The cruise control system is switched off.
Troubleshooting
Temporarily switching off the cruise
control
The control lamp switches on yellow.
●
Abnormal operation. Switch off the cruise
control system and take the vehicle to a spe-
cialist workshop.
The adjustment is interrupted unexpect-
edly
●
If the clutch pedal is pressed for a long
time.
●
The vehicle has exceeded the saved speed
for a long time.
●
No forward gear has been selected.
●
A brake assistance system has intervened,
e.g. TCS or ESC.
●
Front Assist has braked the vehicle.
●
If the fault continues, disconnect the Emer-
gency Assist and consult a specialised work-
shop.
Speed limiter
Introduction
The speed limited helps the driver not to ex-
ceed a set speed.
Speed range
The speed limiter helps avoid exceeding a
programmed speed, from 30 km/h (20 mph)
approx. and faster.
By selecting the speed limiter
The speed limitation can be interrupted at
any time by depressing the accelerator ped-
al fully, beyond the point of resistance. As
soon as the saved speed is exceeded, the
green indicator light flashes and an audible
warning signal sounds. The speed is stored.
The limiter is reactivated automatically after
returning to less than the set speed.
Status display
When the speed limiter is switched on, the in-
strument cluster display shows the saved
speed and the system status:
It lights up grey
The speed limiter is switched on but regulation is not
active.
It lights up green
The speed limiter is switched on and active.
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Driving down slopes
Shift into a low gear before descending a
long hill. This makes use of engine braking
and relieves the brakes.
WARNING
After use, always switch off the speed limit-
er to prevent the speed being regulated
against your wishes.
●
The speed limiter does not relieve the
driver of their responsibility to drive at the
appropriate speed. Do not drive at high
speed if not necessary.
●
Using the speed limiter under adverse
weather conditions is dangerous and can
cause serious accidents, e.g. aquaplaning,
snow, ice, leaves, etc. Only use the speed
limiter when the status of the road and the
weather conditions allow it.
Operating the speed limiter
Fig. 178
On the multifunction steering wheel:
buttons to operate the speed limiter.
Connecting
●
Press the
button.
It does not take effect yet.
Start regulation
●
When the vehicle is moving, press the but-
ton
.
The current speed is saved as a limit speed.
Adjusting the speed
The programmed speed can be set:
+ 1 km/h (1 mph)
- 1 km/h (1 mph)
+ 10 km/h (5 mph)
- 10 km/h (5 mph)
Interrupting the adjustment
●
Press the
button.
The speed is stored.
Reinstating the cruise control
●
Press the
button.
The limiter will re-activate as soon as the ve-
hicle is moving at a speed lower than the
saved one.
Switching off
●
Press and hold the button
.
The speed limiter switches off and the speed
is deleted.
Switch to cruise control (GRA) or adaptive
cruise control (ACC)
●
Press the
button.
●
Observe the corresponding message on
the instrument cluster display.
The speed limiter is switched off.
Troubleshooting
The speed limiter is not active.
The control lamp switches on yellow.
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●
Malfunctions Switch off the speed limiter
and go to a specialist workshop.
The adjustment is interrupted unexpect-
edly
●
You have switched off the Electronic Stabili-
zation Control (ESC).
●
The brakes have overheated. Wait for the
brakes to cool down and check the operation
again.
●
If the fault continues, consult a specialised
workshop.
For safety reasons, the speed limiter only
switches off fully whenever the driver stops
pressing the accelerator pedal or switches
the system off manually.
Emergency brake assistance
system (Front Assist)
Introduction
The objective of the system is to prevent
head-on collisions against objects that may
be in the vehicle’s path or minimise the con-
sequences of such impacts.
The function is designed to avoid collisions
against:
●
Parked vehicles.
●
Vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists that are
travelling in the same lane and direction.
●
Pedestrians and cyclists who transversely
cross the vehicle path.
The Front Assist records the mentioned ob-
jects by means of a camera on the top of the
windscreen and a radar sensor on the front of
the vehicle
›››
.
Depending on several factors and how criti-
cal the situation is, the system operates in a
staggered manner.
First informing the driver, and if there is no or
insufficient reaction, then activating an au-
tonomous emergency braking or an evasive
manoeuvre as indicated by the conditions
that will be discussed in the following points.
The system can be cancelled if the accelera-
tor pedal is pressed or the steering wheel is
turned firmly.
Depending on the equipment and the coun-
try, the Front Assist also includes the following
functions:
●
Pedestrian protection
●
Cyclist protection
●
Dodge assist
●
Turn assist
WARNING
●
Front Assist is a driving assistance func-
tion that can never replace the driver’s at-
tention.
●
Front Assist cannot change the laws of
physics or replace the driver in terms of
keeping control of the vehicle and reacting
to a possible emergency situation.
●
Following a Front Assist emergency warn-
ing, pay immediate attention to the situa-
tion and try to avoid the collision where ap-
propriate.
Warning levels and brake assist
Fig. 179
On the instrument panel display: ad-
vance warning indications.
Front Assist is active between 5 km/h (3 mph)
and 250 km/h (155 mph). Depending on dif-
ferent conditions (vehicle speed, speed and
type of object recognised, etc.), some of the
stages described below are omitted to opti-
mise the performance of the system.
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Safety distance warning
If the system detects that you are driving too
close to the vehicle in front, it will warn the
driver with this indication on the instrument
panel display
.
The timing of the warning varies depending
on driver behaviour, vehicle speed and rela-
tive speed between both.
The safety distance warning is active be-
tween approx. 65 km/h (40 mph) and 250
km/h (155 mph).
Advance warning
If the system detects a possible collision with
the vehicle in front, it alerts the driver by
means of an audible warning and an indica-
tion on the instrument panel display
›››
The warning moment varies depending on
the traffic situation and driver behaviour. At
the same time, the vehicle will prepare for a
possible emergency braking
›››
.
When Front Assist is connected, the indica-
tions of other functions on the screen may be
hidden.
Critical warning
If the driver fails to react to the
advance
warning
, the system may actively intervene
in the brakes and generate a brief jolt to warn
the driver of the imminent danger of a colli-
sion.
Automatic braking
If the driver also fails to react to the
critical
warning
, the system may initiate independ-
ent emergency braking by progressively in-
creasing the braking in accordance with the
criticality of the situation.
Driver emergency braking assistance sys-
tem
If the driver, after the critical warning, starts
braking but the system detects that the brake
is not being applied with sufficient force, the
braking intensity will be increased. This brake
assist only occurs if the pedal is pressed firm-
ly.
WARNING
●
The system cannot prevent a collision,
although it can significantly minimise the
consequences by reducing the speed and
the force of the impact.
●
When the Front Assist causes a braking,
the brake pedal is “harder”.
●
Automatic interventions by the Front As-
sist on the brakes may be interrupted by
pressing the accelerator or moving the
steering wheel.
●
The Front Assist may brake the vehicle
until it stops completely. However, the
brake system does not halt the vehicle per-
manently. Use the foot brake!
Pedestrian and cyclist recognition
The system recognises pedestrians and cy-
clists who travel in the same lane and direc-
tion and pedestrians and cyclists who trans-
versely cross the vehicle's path.
Pedestrian and cyclist recognition technolo-
gy cannot exceed the physically prescribed
limits and works exclusively within the sys-
tem’s limits. The responsibility for braking al-
ways depends on the driver.
The pedestrian and cyclist recognition can
cause undesired warnings and braking inter-
ventions, e.g. with a hidden radar sensor or a
dirty camera field of vision.
Be ready to take charge of the vehicle at any
time.
The pedestrian and cyclist recognition oper-
ating speed range is lower than that of the
Front Assist.
Dodge assist
Dodge assist helps the driver avoid an obsta-
cle in critical conditions.
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Once the Front Assist has activated a critical
warning, if the driver intends on dodging the
object, the dodge assist will help correct the
trajectory. The driver must start and finish the
manoeuvre, as this is an assistance system
and not an autonomous one.
Front Assist is active between approx. 30
km/h (20 mph) and 150 km/h (90 mph).
Limitations
This system does not react to objects that
cross transversely or to animals. The basic
limitations of the Front Assist must also be
taken into account
.
Turn assist
Turn assist can avoid a collision with a vehicle
approaching in the opposite direction, by
braking the vehicle itself when the intention is
to turn.
This system is active
up to 15 km/h
(9 mph).
Limitations
The turn-off assist function is available if you
have indicated your intention to turn by acti-
vating the turn signal, you have turned the
steering wheel and the turning path has star-
ted.
It only reacts to vehicles that are in the path
of the vehicle (not to animals, people, etc.).
The basic limitations of the Front Assist must
also be taken into account
.
System limitations
Fig. 180
On the instrument panel display: ini-
tial system self-calibration indication.
Front Assist has certain limitations inherent to
the system. Thus, in certain circumstances,
some of the reactions may be inappropriate
from the driver's standpoint. So pay attention
in order to intervene if necessary.
The following conditions may cause the
Front Assist not to react or to do so too
late:
●
In the first few instants of driving after
switching on the ignition, due to the system’s
initial auto-calibration. During this phase, the
instrument panel screen will display the fol-
lowing indication
.
Unrecognised objects
●
Vehicles travelling outside the reach of the
sensors at close range from your own vehicle.
●
Vehicles that suddenly change to the lane
on which your vehicle is travelling.
●
Pedestrians that cannot be recognised be-
cause they are partially or totally hidden.
●
Objects such as walls, posts, fences, trees
or garage doors.
●
Loads and accessories of other vehicles
that protrude over the sides, backwards or
over the top.
●
Other vehicles crossing the vehicle’s path.
●
In the case of pedestrians or cyclists stand-
ing or approaching in the opposite direction.
Operating limitations:
In the following situations, the Front Assist
may work late or in an undesirable manner.
The following icon is displayed
(in yellow)
in the instrument panel, accompanied by the
message
Front Assist with limita-
tions
.
●
If the Front Assist or the front camera are
disabled or broken.
●
If the radar sensor or the front camera are
dirty or covered.
●
On taking tight bends or complex paths.
●
When pressing the accelerator firmly or at
full throttle.
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●
If the TCS has been disconnected or the
ESC is activated in
Sport
›››
mode.
●
If the ESC is adjusting or is broken.
●
If several brake lights of the vehicle or elec-
trically connected trailer are damaged.
●
If the vehicle is reversing.
●
In case of snow or heavy rain.
●
In case of dazzling sun or total darkness.
●
Entrances and exits of tunnels.
●
In complex driving situations (such as traffic
islands, cut-through roundabouts, etc), Front
Assist may issue warnings and intervene in
braking in an unnecessary manner.
For more details, see section
.
Manual activation and deactiva-
tion of the function
Fig. 181
On the instrument panel display: Front
Assist deactivated indication.
Front Assist indicators appear on the instru-
ment panel display.
The Front Assist is active whenever the igni-
tion is switched on. At the time of starting the
ignition, the Front Assist may not be available
for a short period of time while the system
starts. During this phase, the instrument panel
screen will display the following indication
›››
When the Front Assist is disabled, so too are
the advance warning and the distance warn-
ing functions. SEAT recommends leaving the
Front Assist activated except in the situations
presented in
.
Switching the Front Assist on and off
With the ignition switched on, the Front Assist
can be deactivated or activated as follows:
●
Select the corresponding menu option us-
ing the button for the driver assistance sys-
tems
.
●
OR:
using the Infotainment system: press
the function button
> Assistants > Smart
Assistants > Front Assist
.
When the Front Assist is deactivated, the indi-
cation
will be displayed on the in-
strument panel.
Each time the ignition is switched on, the
Front Assist will reappear as active.
Activating or deactivating the pre-warning
(advance warning)
The
advance warning
can be activated or
deactivated in the infotainment system using
the function button
> Assistants > Smart
Assistants > Front Assist
›››
.
The system will store the setting for the next
time the ignition is switched on.
SEAT recommends keeping advance warning
active.
Depending on the vehicle’s infotainment sys-
tem the
advance warning
function may be
adapted in the following modes:
●
Advance
●
Medium
●
Delayed
●
Deactivated
SEAT recommends driving with the function in
“Medium” mode.
Switching distance warning on and off
The safety distance warning can be activa-
ted or deactivated in the infotainment system
using the function button
> Assistants >
Smart Assistants > Front Assist
.
The system will store the setting for the next
time the ignition is switched on.
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Driving
SEAT recommends having the safety dis-
tance warning activated except in the
exceptions described in section
.
Activate or deactivate the dodge and turn
assistant
The dodge and turn assistance systems can
be activated or deactivated in the infotain-
ment system using the function button
>
Assistants > Smart Assistants > Front Assist
›››
The system will store the setting for the next
time the ignition is switched on.
SEAT recommends having the dodge and
turn assistance systems activated except in
the exceptions described in section
›››
.
Deactivating Front Assist temporarily in
the following situations
In the following situations the Front Assist
should be deactivated due to the system's
limitations:
●
When the vehicle is to be towed.
●
If the vehicle is on a test bed.
●
If the radar sensor or the front camera are
faulty.
●
If the radar sensor or the front camera have
suffered a violent blow.
●
If it intervenes several times unnecessarily.
●
If the radar sensor or the front camera are
temporarily covered by an accessory.
●
When the vehicle is going to be loaded onto
transportation.
●
If the windscreen is damaged in an area
that covers the vision of the front camera.
ACC - Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol
Introduction
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) maintains
a constant speed set by the driver. When
approaching another vehicle in front, the
ACC detects it and adapts the speed au-
tomatically, maintaining a distance set by
the driver.
Does my vehicle have ACC?
Your vehicle has ACC if it has a configuration
menu in the infotainment system
and if it has the ACC function buttons on the
multifunction steering wheel
.
Speed range
ACC regulates speeds between 30 km/h (20
mph) and 210 km/h (130 mph).
The ACC can brake vehicle until it stops com-
pletely before a vehicle that stops. If your ve-
hicle is fitted with a manual gearbox, you
should pay attention to gear changes. The
ACC could switch off if the RPM gets too high
or low.
Driver intervention prompt
ACC is subject to certain limitations in-
herent to the system. This means that
the driver will have to control the speed
and distance from other vehicles in cer-
tain situations. In this case, the instru-
ment cluster display
will tell you to in-
tervene
by applying the brake, and an
audio warning will be played.
Radar sensors
The ACC uses the front radar technology.
Read its maintenance instructions and infor-
mation about its limitations
.
1)
When E-Mode is activated in hybrid vehicles,
the ACC speed range may vary.
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WARNING
The ACC’s technology cannot overcome
the system's inherent limitations or change
the laws of physics. If used negligently or
involuntarily, it may cause serious acci-
dents and injuries. The system is not a re-
placement for driver awareness.
●
Always be prepared to brake or acceler-
ate.
●
If you press the accelerator pedal the
ACC will stop working. Therefore, it will not
brake or request any braking intervention.
●
Adapt your speed and safe distance to
the vehicle in front of you at all times to suit
visibility, weather, road and traffic condi-
tions.
●
Do not use the ACC in poor visibility, or
on roads that are steep, with lots of curves
or slippery.
●
Never use ACC when driving off-road or
on unpaved roads.
●
The system may not react in time to sta-
tionary obstacles (such as a traffic jam
queue), particularly at high speeds. React
soon enough to avoid a hazardous situa-
tion.
●
The system may not react to stopped ve-
hicles in the same lane. You must react ear-
ly enough yourself in this case.
●
The system does not react to people, ani-
mals or vehicles that are crossing or ap-
proaching in the opposite direction.
●
If you are driving with a spare wheel fit-
ted, the ACC system could automatically
switch off. Switch off the system when
starting off.
●
Brake immediately if the ACC does not
slow down enough.
●
Brake immediately when a driver inter-
vention instruction is displayed on the in-
strument cluster screen.
●
If the vehicle continues to move involun-
tarily after a driver intervention prompt,
brake the vehicle.
●
The brake pedal may move downwards
during braking. Be careful not to position
your foot under the pedal.
Note
If the ACC does not work as described in
this chapter, do not use it until it has been
checked by a specialised workshop. Visit-
ing a SEAT dealership is recommended.
ACC operation
Fig. 182
On the multifunction steering wheel:
buttons to operate the ACC
Connecting
●
Press the
button on the multifunction
steering wheel.
The ACC does not regulate anything yet
(standby).
Start regulation
Activating the ACC system automatically ac-
tivates the ESC and the TCS.
●
To start regulation, press the button
›››
The ACC sets the current speed, or the clos-
est speed within the valid range (30-210
km/h), as the cruise speed.
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Depending on the driving situation, the fol-
lowing indicator lamps come on:
It lights up green
The ACC is active
a)
Only on analogue instrument clusters.
It lights up green
ACC connected, no vehicle detected in front.
It lights up green
ACC connected, vehicle detected in front.
When the ACC is in standby, the indicator
lamps light up in grey.
Setting speed
To program the speed, press the
or
›››
buttons to the desired speed. The
speed is adjusted at intervals of 10 km/h (5
mph).
When the ACC is active, the button
can be
pressed to increase the desired speed by 1
km/h (1 mph). You can then press
to de-
crease it by 1 km/h (1 mph).
Setting your distance level
The distance can be set to one of five levels,
from very short to very long:
●
Press the button
and then the button
or
›››
.
●
Alternatively, press the button
as many
times as necessary to set the desired dis-
tance.
Keep in mind each country’s regulations on
minimum braking distances.
Suspend regulation (standby)
●
Briefly press the button
on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel or press the brake pedal.
The ACC indicator lamp is grey; the speed
and distance are saved.
If the ESC TCS
is disconnected,
the ACC is automatically suspended.
Reinstating the cruise control
●
Press the
button.
The ACC regulates to the last speed and dis-
tance setting.
Switching off
●
Press and hold the button
. The set speed
is cleared.
Exceeding the speed regulated by the
ACC
While driving with the ACC switched on, the
driver can increase speed by pressing the
accelerator pedal. ACC regulation is suspen-
ded until you release the accelerator pedal
›››
.
Set the default distance setting
In the Infotainment system, you can pre-se-
lect the distance level when connecting the
ACC from:
●
Very short, Short, Medium, Long and Very
long using the Infotainment system:
> As-
sistants > Smart Assistants > ACC
›››
Changing the driving profile
In vehicles with SEAT Drive Profile
, the driving
profile selected can have an influence on the
ACC’s acceleration and braking behaviour
›››
.
In vehicles without SEAT Drive Profile
, the be-
haviour of the ACC can also be affected if
any of the following drive profiles are selec-
ted in the infotainment system in
Drive assist
.
ACC settings will be the same as those in the
SEAT Drive Profile.
WARNING
Before driving off, check that the road is
clear. The radar sensor may not detect ob-
stacles on the road. This could cause an
accident and serious injuries. If necessary,
apply the brake.
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CAUTION
If you increase speed using the accelerator
pedal, the ACC may not be able to safely
adjust the speed of the distance due to the
limitations of the system.
●
Be prepared to react if required by the
situation.
Status display
Fig. 183
On the instrument panel display: ACC
active.
Vehicle ahead detected. It will light up if
the distance to the vehicle is adjusted.
Selected distance level 2.
1
2
This information can be displayed on the
central panel of the
Assists
view, or in the left
hand information profile
. If these
views are not selected, it will be automatical-
ly displayed in the lower central part of the
instrument cluster in a simplified manner.
The set speed will be displayed next to the
function status indicator described in
›››
Special driving situations
Fig. 184
On the instrument panel display: ACC
active, vehicle detected in an outer lane.
Be aware of the limitations and warnings de-
scribed at the beginning of this chapter.
Avoid undertaking on the right
If a vehicle is detected in the left lane that is
travelling at a speed slower than that set by
the driver, it will brake the vehicle within the
comfort limits of the system to avoid passing
it on the right
.
You can cancel this regulation by changing
the set speed or by pressing the accelerator
pedal.
The function works at speeds over 80 km/h
(50 mph). It may not be available in certain
countries.
Overtaking
When the turn signal is switched on for over-
taking, the ACC reduces the distance from
the vehicle in front to help with the overtaking
manoeuvre. The set cruising speed will not be
exceeded.
The function works at speeds over 80 km/h
(50 mph). It may not be available in certain
countries.
Stop&Go function
The ACC can bring the vehicle to a standstill
(0 km/h) if the vehicle in front stops. With
manual gearboxes you will need to keep the
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1)
Or on the left, in countries that drive on the left
hand side of the road.
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