Get Operation -> Lights Guide for Seat Ateca SUV 2020

Lights

Using the Keyless Access* system (only

closing)

the  button Fig. 107 to the second level

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Lights

in the direction of arrow Fig. 107

until

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the sunroof closes completely.

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Press and hold the locking sensor surface

Vehicle lighting

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Sunshade blind: within approximately

Fig. 109 (arrow) on the door handle to

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5 seconds of having activated the anti-trap

close the sunroof. If you release the sensor

surface, the closing movement stops.

function, press button Fig. 108

until the

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sun blind closes completely.

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The sunroof or sun blind close without

the anti-trap function intervening!

Anti-trap function of the panoramic

sunroof and sunshade

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If the sunroof or sun blind will still not close,

visit a specialised workshop.

The anti-trap function can reduce the risk of

injury when closing the sunroof and the sun

Fig. 110 Lights and visi-

bility

WARNING

blind

. If the sunroof or sun blind encoun-

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Closing the sunroof or sun blind without the

anti-trap function can cause serious inju-

ries.

ter resistance or an obstacle when closing,

they reopen immediately.

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Always be careful when closing the sun-

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Check why the sunroof or sun blind do not

roof and sun blind.

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close.

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No person should ever remain in the way

Try to close the sunroof or sun blind again.

If the sunroof or sun blind cannot be closed

Fig. 111 Vehicle lights

of the sunroof or sun blind, especially when

closing without the anti-trap function.

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due to an obstacle or some resistance, it

stops at the corresponding position and then

opens. For automatic closing, a new closing

attempt might take place.

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The anti-trap function does not prevent

fingers or other parts of the body from be-

coming trapped against the roof frame and

injuries occurring.

Control lamps

It lights up



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If the sunroof or sun blind is still unable to

close, close it without the anti-trap function.

Driving light totally or partially faulty.

Fault in the cornering light system.

Closing the sunroof or sun blind without

the anti-trap function

It lights up

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Sunroof: within approximately 5 seconds of

having activated the roll-back function, press

Rear fog light switched on page 119.

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Operation

Headlight switch

The driver is personally responsible for the

correct use and adjustment of the lights in all

situations.

It lights up



Left or right turn signal.

The control lamp flashes twice as fast when a turn

signal is faulty.

Automatic dipped beam headlight control

*

Hazard warning lights on page 123.

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The automatic dipped beam control is merely

intended as an aid and is not able to recog-

nise all driving situations.

It lights up



Trailer turn signals

When the light switch is in position , the

vehicle lights and the instrument panel and

switch lighting switch on automatically in the

It lights up



Fig. 112 Dash panel: lights control.

Main beam on or flasher on page 120.

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following situations

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Turn the switch to the required position

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The photo sensor detects darkness, for ex-

ample, when driving through a tunnel. They

switch off when adequate lighting is detec-

ted.

It lights up



Fig. 112.

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The Light Assist system is on page 121.

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Sym- Ignition switch- Ignition is

bol

ed off

switched on

Several warning and control lamps light up

for a few seconds when the ignition is switch-

ed on, signalling that the function is being

verified. They will switch off after a few sec-

onds.

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The rain sensor detects rain and activates

the wipers. They switch off when the wipers

have not been activated for a few minutes.

Fog lights, dipped

beam and side

lights off.

Daylight running



lights switched on.

Daytime running lights

The “Coming

Automatic control

of dipped beam

and daytime run-

ning light.

home”, “Leaving

home” and Wel-

come lights may be

switched on.

The daytime running lights consist of individu-

al lights, integrated in the front headlights.

These lights come on when the daytime run-

ning lights are switched on. On vehicles

equipped with LED tail lights, the rear side

WARNING

Observe the safety warnings

trol and warning lamps on page 88.



in Con-

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Daylight running

Side light on.





lights switched on.

light is switched on as well

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Dipped beam head- Dipped beam

light off switched on.

The daytime running lights turn on every time

the ignition is switched on, if the switch is in

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position  or , according to the level of ex-

When the light switch is in position  or .

distracting other road users. This could re-

sult in a serious accident.

terior lighting.

WARNING

If the road is not well lit and other road

users cannot see the vehicle well enough

or at all, accidents may occur.

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When the light switch is in position , a light

sensor automatically switches dipped beam

on and off (including the control and instru-

ment lighting) or the daytime running lights

depending on the level of exterior lighting.

Always make sure that the headlights are

correctly adjusted.

Note

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The automatic dipped beam control

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The legal requirements regarding the use

( ) only switches on the dipped beam

when there are changes in light conditions

but not, for example, when it is foggy.

of vehicle lights in each country must be

observed.

Motorway light*

The motorway light is available on vehicles

equipped with full-LED lights.

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The dipped beam headlights will only

work with the ignition on. The side lights

come on automatically when the ignition is

turned off.

WARNING

The function is connected and disconnected

via the corresponding Easy Connect system

menu.

The side lights or daytime running lights

are not bright enough to illuminate the road

ahead and to ensure that other road users

are able to see you.

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Activation: when going above 110 km/h

Fog lights

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(68 mph) for more than 30 seconds, the dip-

ped beam raises slightly to increase the driv-

er's visibility distance.

Always use your dipped beam head

lights if it is raining or if visibility is poor.

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Never drive with daytime lights if the road

is not well lit due to weather or lighting

conditions.

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Deactivation: when reducing the speed of

the vehicle below 100 km/h (62 mph), the

dipped beam immediately returns to its nor-

mal position.

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On vehicles with rear lights with bulbs,

when activating the daytime running light

the rear lights are not switched on. A vehi-

cle which does not have the rear lights on

may not be visible to other drivers in the

darkness, in the case of heavy rain or in

conditions of poor visibility.

Audible warnings to advise the driver that

the lights have not been switched off

If the key is not in the ignition and the driver

door is open, an audible warning signal is

heard in the following cases: this will remind

you to turn the light off.

Fig. 113 Dash panel: lights control.

WARNING

The warning lamps  or  also show, on the

light switch or instrument panel, when the

front fog lights are on.

If the headlights are set too high and not

used correctly, there is a risk of dazzling or

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When the parking light is on page 120.

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119

Operation

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Turning on the front fog lights* : pull the

Left turn light or left-hand parking light

(ignition switched off).

Main beam on: control lamp  lit up on

the instrument panel.

Light flash: on with the lever pushed. Con-

trol lamp  lit up.

When the parking light is switched on, the

front side light and the tail light on the corre-

sponding side of the vehicle turn on.

light switch out to its first click position

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Fig. 113 , from positions ,  or .

Turning on the rear fog light : pull the

Parking light on both sides

light switch fully out

.

from position ,  or

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Switch the ignition off.

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To switch off the fog lights, press the light

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Place the light switch in position .

Push the lever all the way down to turn off the

corresponding function.

switch or turn it to position .

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Lock the vehicle from the outside.

Note

In doing so, only the side lights of both head-

lights light up, and additionally the tail lights

will do so partially.

Convenience turn signals

The rear fog light can dazzle drivers behind

you. You should use the rear fog light only

when visibility is very poor.

When the ignition is switched on, move the

lever as far as possible upwards or down-

wards and release the lever. The turn signal

will flash three times.

WARNING

Improper or lack of use of the turn signals,

or forgetting to deactivate them can con-

fuse other road users. This could result in a

serious accident.

The convenience turn signal can be activated

and deactivated in the Easy Connect system

Turn signal and main beam lever

using the key  > SETTINGS

Light assistance

signal page 89.

Lighting

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Always give warning when you are going

Convenience turn

to change lane, overtake or when turning,

activating the turn signal in good time.

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In vehicles that do not have the correspond-

ing menu, this function can be deactivated in

a specialised workshop.

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As soon as you have finished changing

lane, overtaking or turning, switch the turn

signal off.

Parking light 

WARNING

Incorrect use of the headlights may cause

accidents and serious injury, as the main

beam may distract or dazzle other drivers.

The parking lights will only work with the igni-

tion off. If said light is on, an audible warning

will sound while the driver door is open.

Fig. 114 Turn signal and main beam lever.

More the lever to the required position:

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Switch the ignition off.

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Move the turn signal lever up or down.

Right turn light or right-hand parking light

(ignition switched off).

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Lights

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OR: while the main beam is on, pull the turn

Main beam assist (Light Assist)*

Note

signal light and main beam headlights lever

forwards Fig. 114

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If the turn signal lever is left on after the

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The main beam assist acts within the limits of

the system and depending on environmental

and traffic conditions. Once switched on, the

system is activated as of a speed of about 60

km/h (37 mph) and is deactivated below

key has been taken out of the ignition lock,

an acoustic signal sounds when the driver

door is opened. This is intended as a re-

minder to switch off the turn signal, unless

you wish to leave the parking light on.

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OR: push the turn signal and main beam

headlight lever forwards to manually turn on

the main beam. The main beam assist will

then be deactivated.

about 30 km/h (18 mph)

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If the convenience turn signals are oper-

Malfunctions

ating (three flashes) and the other conven-

ience turn signals are switched on, the ac-

tive part stops flashing and only flashes

once in the new part selected.

When the system is activated and the cam-

era detects other vehicles that may be daz-

zled, the main beam is automatically switch-

ed off. Otherwise, the main beam is automati-

cally switched on.

The following conditions may prevent the

main beam headlight control from turning off

the headlights in time or from turning off alto-

gether:

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The turn signal only works when the igni-

tion is switched on. The hazard warning

lights also work when the ignition is switch-

ed off.

The main beam assist generally detects illu-

minated areas and deactivates the main

beam when passing through a town, for ex-

ample.

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In poorly lit towns with highly reflective

signs.

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If a trailer turn signal malfunctions, the

Other insufficiently lit road users (such as

control lamp will stop flashing (trailer turn

signals) and the vehicle turn signal will

flash at double speed.

pedestrians or cyclists).

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On tight bends and steep slopes (bumps)

Switching the main beam assist on



and when oncoming vehicles are partially

obscured.

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Turn on the ignition and turn the light switch

to the position .

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The main beam headlights can only be

switched on if the dipped beam headlights

are already on.

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When the drivers of other oncoming vehi-

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From the base position, press the turn signal

and main beam headlights lever forwards

cles (such as a truck) can see over a guard

rail in the centre of the road.

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In cold or damp weather conditions, the

Fig. 114

When the lamp  is displayed

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headlights, tail lights and turn signals may

mist up inside temporarily. This is normal

and in no way effects the useful life of the

vehicle lighting system.

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If the camera is damaged or the power

on the instrument panel display, the main

beam assist is switched on.

supply is cut off.

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In fog, snow and heavy rain.

With dust and sand turbulence.

With loose gravel in the field of vision of the

Switching the main beam assist off

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The parking light does not activate auto-



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matically if the left- or right-hand turn sig-

nal is left on and the ignition is disconnec-

ted.

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Turn the light switch to a position other than

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 page 118.

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camera.

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Operation

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When the field of vision of the camera is

“Coming home” and “Leav-

ing home” function

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Check that the windscreen is not dam-

misted up, dirty or covered by stickers, snow,

ice, etc.

aged in the area of the field of vision of the

camera.

The “Coming home” and “Leaving home”

function lights up the vehicle’s immediate

proximity when getting into and out of it in the

dark. When switched on, the front position

and dipped beam lights, tail lights and li-

cense plate light come on.

WARNING

Note

The convenience features of the main

beam assist should not encourage the tak-

ing of risks. The system is not a replace-

ment for driver concentration.

Main beam and headlight flasher can be

turned on and off manually at any time with

the turn signal and main beam lever

page 120.

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You are always in control of the main

beam and adapting it to the light, visibility

and traffic conditions.

The “Leaving Home” is controlled by a photo-

sensor.

Fog lights with cornering light func-

tion*

In the vehicle settings menu of the infotain-

ment system you can adjust the duration of

the light switch-off delay, and activate and

deactivate the function.

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It is possible that the main beam head-

light control does not recognise all driving

situations and is limited under certain cir-

cumstances.

The cornering light function is an additional

function to the dipped beam headlights to

improve lighting of the side of the road when

taking a sharp turn at low speed.

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When the field of vision of the camera is

Activating the “Coming Home” function

dirty, covered or damaged, operation of

the main beam control may be affected.

This also applies when changes are made

to the vehicle lighting system, for example,

if additional headlights are installed.

For vehicles with light and rain sensors.

The cornering light function works when the

dipped beam headlights are already on and

it is activated when driving at speeds below

approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

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Switch off the engine and remove the key

from the ignition with the light switch in posi-

tion  page 118.

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The automatic “Coming Home” function is

CAUTION

only active when the light sensor detects

darkness.

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If the steering wheel is turned or the turn

To avoid affecting the operation of the sys-

tem, take the following points into consid-

eration:

signal is switched on, the front fog light grad-

ually turns on. After the turn, the cornering

light function is gradually switched off.

For vehicles without light and rain sensors.

●

Clean the field of vision of the camera

regularly and make sure it is free of snow

and ice.

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Switch the ignition off.

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When engaging reverse gear, both front fog

lights turn on.

●

Activate the headlight flashers for approxi-

mately 1 second.

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Do not cover the field of vision of the

camera.

When the driver door is opened, the “Coming

Home” lighting comes on. The delay in

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switching off the headlights is counted from

With the ignition is switched on.

Hazard warning lights 

when the last door or boot hatch is closed.

Welcome light*¹⁾

The “Coming Home” lighting turns off in

the following cases:

The welcome light is a light located on the

exterior mirrors, focused on the ground, which

activates or deactivates if the light switch is in

the  position and the “Coming Home” or

“Leaving Home” function is turned on or off.

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Automatically, once the headlight turn off

delay has elapsed.

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Automatically, when a vehicle door or the

rear lid is still open 30 seconds after starting

the engine.

Note

To activate the “Coming Home” and “Leav-

ing Home” function, the rotary light switch

must be in position  and the light sensor

must detect darkness.

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When the rotary light switch is turned to po-

sition  page 118.

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Fig. 115 Dash panel: hazard warning lights

switch

With the ignition is switched on.

The hazard warning lights are used to draw

the attention of other road users to your vehi-

cle in emergencies.

Activating the “Leaving Home” function

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Unlock the vehicle using the remote control.

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The “Leaving Home” function is only activa-

If your vehicle breaks down:

ted when the light switch is in position 

and the light sensor detects darkness.

1. Park your vehicle at a safe distance from

moving traffic.

The “Leaving Home” lighting switches off

in the following cases:

2. Press the button to switch on the hazard

warning lights

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Automatically, when the “Leaving Home”

3. Switch the ignition off.

delay period ends (default 30 sec).

4. Apply the electronic parking brake.

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When the vehicle is locked using the remote

control.

5. For a manual gearbox, engage 1st gear;

for an automatic gearbox, move the gear

lever to P.

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When the light switch is turned to position .

Valid for vehicles with a light and rain sensor

and full-LED headlights.

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Operation

6. Use the warning triangle to draw the at-

tention of other road users to your vehicle.

headlights do not dazzle oncoming drivers

could come into contact with highly inflam-

mable materials, for example dry grass or

spilt petrol. This could start a fire.

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7. Always take the vehicle key with you when

you leave the vehicle.

The headlights can only be adjusted when

the dipped beam is switched on.

Note

To reset, turn switch Fig. 116:

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All turn signals flash simultaneously when the

hazard warning lights are switched on. The

two turn signal turn signal lamps   and the

turn signal lamp in the switch  will flash at

the same time. The simultaneous hazard

warning lights also work when the ignition is

switched off.

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The battery will run down if the hazard

Value Vehicle load status^a)

warning lights are left on for a long time,

even if the ignition is switched off.

Two front occupants, luggage compart-

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The use of the hazard warning lights de-





ment empty

scribed here is subject to the relevant stat-

utory requirements.

All seats occupied, luggage compart-

ment empty

Emergency braking warning

All seats occupied, luggage compart-

ment full. With trailer and minimum

drawbar load.

Light range control





If the vehicle brakes suddenly and continu-

ously at a speed of more than 80 km/h (50

mph), the brake light flashes several times per

second to warn the vehicles driving behind. If

you continue braking, the hazard warning

lights will come on automatically when the

vehicle comes to a standstill. They switch off

automatically when the vehicle starts to

move again.

Driver only, luggage compartment full

With trailer and maximum drawbar load.

If the vehicle load does not correspond to those

shown in the table, it is possible to select intermediary

positions.

OR:

Through the Easy Connect system, with the

WARNING

The risk of an accident increases if your

vehicle breaks down. Always use the haz-

ard warning lights and a warning triangle to

draw the attention of other road users to

your stationary vehicle.

button  > SETTINGS

> Lighting >

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Light assistance

> Headlight height

Fig. 116 Next to the steering wheel: headlight

adjustment page 89).

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range control.

Two front occupants, luggage com-

The headlight range control Fig. 116 is

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Setting 0

Setting 1

partment empty

modified according to the value of the head-

light beam and the vehicle load status. This

offers the driver optimum visibility and the

●

Due to the high temperatures that the

catalytic converter can reach, never park

in an area where the catalytic converter

All seats occupied, luggage compart-

ment empty

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Lights

mally necessary to cover part of the head-

light bulbs with stickers or to change the ad-

justment of the headlights to avoid dazzling

other drivers.

With the ignition on and without light activa-

tion, the analogue instrument panel lighting

remains activated in daytime light conditions.

The lighting is reduced as the exterior light di-

minishes. In some cases, e.g. when driving

through a tunnel without the  function ac-

tive, the instrument panel lighting may even

switch off. The objective of this function is to

provide the driver with a visual indication that

he or she should activate the dipped beam.

All seats occupied, luggage compart-

ment full. With trailer and minimum

drawbar load.

Setting 2

Setting 3

Driver only, luggage compartment full

Driving with trailer and maximum

drawbar load.

In such cases, the regulations specify certain

light values that must be complied with for

designated points of the light distribution. This

is known as “Tourist light”.

Dynamic headlight range control

The control is not mounted in vehicles with

dynamic headlight range control. The head-

light range is automatically adjusted accord-

ing to the vehicle load status when they are

switched on.

The light distribution of the halogen and full-

LED headlights allows the specific “tourist

light” values to be met without the need for

stickers or changes in the settings.

If your vehicle is equipped with a digital in-

strument panel (Digital SEAT Cockpit), the

following message will appear Turn on the

lightson the instrument panel.

Note

WARNING

“Tourist light” is only allowed temporarily. If

you are planning a long stay in a country

that drives on the other side, you should

take the vehicle to an Authorised Technical

Service to change the headlights.

Heavy objects in the vehicle may mean

that the headlights dazzle and distract oth-

er drivers. This could result in a serious ac-

cident.

Interior and reading lights

●

Adjust the light beam to the vehicle load

status so that it does not blind other driv-

ers.

Interior lights

Lighting of the instrument panel,

displays and switches

Driving abroad

The light beam of the dipped beam lights is

asymmetric: the side of the road on which

you are driving is lit more intensely.

Depending on the model, the lighting of the

instrument panel and switched can be adjus-

ted in the Easy Connect system, using the

Fig. 117 Detail of roof lining: front lighting of

the passenger compartment.

When a car that is manufactured in a country

that drives on the right travels to a country

that drives on the left (or vice versa), it is nor-

button  > SETTINGS page 89.

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Operation

Ambient light*

Knob



Function

Visibility

The ambient light lights up the area of the

centre console and the footwell area and,

depending on the version, the front door pan-

els as well.

Turns off the interior lights.

Turning the interior lights on or off.

Windscreen wiper and rear

window wiper systems



The interior lights come on automati-

cally when you unlock the vehicle,

open a door or remove the key from

the ignition.

The brightness of the ambient light can be

adjusted through the Easy Connect menu, as

can colour, in versions with lighting on the

front door panel (button  > SETTINGS

Ambient lighting page 89).

Central po-

sition

Window washer lever

The light goes out a few seconds after

closing all the doors, when locking the

vehicle or connecting the ignition.

^a)

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Note

Turning the reading light on and off

 

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Depending on the features fitted in the

vehicle, LEDs can be used for the following

interior lights: front vanity mirror light, rear

vanity mirror light, footwell light, sun blind

and glove compartment light.

Depending on version.

Glove compartment and luggage com-

partment lighting*

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The reading lights switch off when the ve-

When opening and closing the glove com-

partment on the front passenger side and the

rear lid, the respective light will automatically

switch on and off.

Fig. 118 Operating the windscreen wiper and

hicle is locked using a key or after several

minutes if the key is removed from the igni-

tion. This prevents the battery from dis-

charging.

rear wiper.

More the lever to the required position:

Footwell lighting*

Windscreen wipers off.



The lights in the footwell area below the dash

(driver and front passenger sides) will switch

on when the doors are opened and will de-

crease in intensity while driving. This intensity

setting can be changed through the infotain-

Wiper intervals.

Use control Fig. 118

to set the in-

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

terval (vehicles without rain sensor), or

the sensitivity of the rain sensor.

Slow wipe.





ment system menu (key  > SETTINGS

lIGHTING Interior lighting

page 89).

Continuous wipe.

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