SSP No.

163
SEAT ATECA

TECHNOLOGY TO ENJOY
CONTENTS

Design _____________________________________________________________ 4

Body ______________________________________________________________ 6

Airbag system _______________________________________________________ 8

Engine/Gearbox assembly ____________________________________________ 12

Second-generation SCR _______________________________________________ 20

Transmission and running gear ________________________________________ 28

Driver assistance systems _____________________________________________ 36

Electrical systems ____________________________________________________ 38

Infotainment ________________________________________________________ 42

Air-conditioning _____________________________________________________ 54

Stationary heating ___________________________________________________ 60

Service ____________________________________________________________ 70

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DESIGN

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VERSIONS
The new SEAT ATECA makes its appearance on the The new SEAT ATECA is launched with three available
market as a compact SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) model. versions: Reference, Style and Xcellence. The most
The SEAT ATECA offers a unique combination of design, noteworthy features of its standard equipment are:
versatility and dynamic on- and off-road driving. // Reference
It is powered by high-efficiency engines and manual // 16" wheels.
or automatic DSG gearboxes. Furthermore it offers the // Air conditioning.
possibility of achieving greater road grip thanks to its // LED daytime running lights.
4Drive all-wheel drive. // 5" Media System Touch with USB port.
The infotainment systems are the latest generation, // 4 speakers.
with screens of up to 8 inches, maximum connectivity // ESC.
and connection to Full Link. // Seven airbags in all versions for Europe.
// Passenger airbag disconnection.
The equipment possibilities range from Full LED
// Front and rear electric windows.
headlights to air conditioning with stationary heating
// Electromechanical parking brake (EPB).
and Kessy (keyless access and start-up system).
// Front Assist.
In terms of safety, the SEAT ATECA has been awarded 5
Euro NCAP stars, thanks to its active and passive safety // Style
systems, designed to protect not only occupants, but // 17" aluminium wheels.
also pedestrians. // LED tail lights.
// Fog lights with cornering function.
Driving comfort is reinforced through novel systems
// Electrically folding and heated side-view mirrors.
such as Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency Assist or the Area
// Rear parking sensors.
View system.
// Two-zone Climatronic.
Following the SEAT tradition, ATECA is the name of // Rear air vents.
a town in Spain that lies to the west of the city of // 5" Media System Colour.
Saragossa. // 6 speakers.

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// USB and SD card reader. // 19" aluminium wheels.

// Aux-in connector. // 8" Media System Plus (with Full Link).
// Adaptive Cruise Control. // SEAT sound system (10 speakers).
// Multifunction steering wheel. // Navigation system.
// Connectivity box: Improved connectivity with
// Xcellence
wireless phone charger.
// 18" aluminium wheels.
// Driver assistance system packs.
// Full LED headlights with welcome light on side-
// Electric tailgate with or without virtual pedal.
view mirrors.
// Panoramic roof.
// Chrome roof bars.
// Top view 360 camera.
// Kessy (keyless access and start-up system).
// Electric tow hook.
// Rain and light sensor.
// Stationary heating.
// Coming and leaving home function.
// Heated windscreen.
// Electrochromic interior rear-view mirror.
// Electric drivers seat.
Drive profile selection rotary button for two-wheel drive
or specific button for 4Drive vehicles.
// Rear-view camera. Note: For further information, consult the commercial
// LED Interior lighting. offer according to the market.
// Multi-colour ambient lighting.
Moreover, the equipment can be extended with the
following optionals, featuring:

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BODY

DIMENSIONS
In the 4Drive version, the SEAT ATECAs most significant // Ground clearance: 189 mm
dimensions are: // Front track: 2,638 mm
// Total length: 4,363 mm // Approach angle: 20.6
// Wheelbase: 2,638 mm // Departure angle: 25.5
// Total height: 1,600 mm // Ramp angle: 19.8
// Total width: 1,841 mm

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 LOAD COMPARTMENT CONFIGURATION
The new SEAT ATECA has a very versatile load Placing the rear shelf on the upper level allows you to
compartment configuration. align the load with the folded-down rear seat-backs.
Load capacity may vary depending on the positions of The boot shelf can also be left tilted to be able to
the boot shelf and of the seat backs. access the spare wheel.
Load capacity ranges from 510 L to 1604 L with the rear
seats folded down.
Boot capacity is slightly reduced in 4Drive vehicles.
The boot shelf can be placed on two levels. Placing the
rear shelf on the lower level increases boot capacity.

Boot shelf on upper level Maximum load compartment with seats folded

Boot shelf on lower level Access to spare tyre

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AIRBAG SYSTEM

To offer maximum safety, the following equipment is

available in the airbag system:
// Front airbags modules for the driver and front Front passenger front
passenger. airbag module
// Side airbags modules for the driver and front
passenger.
// Knee airbag module for the driver.
// Head airbags module.
// Key-operated switch to disconnect the front
passenger airbag.
// Front seat belt tensioners.
// A new feature, tensioners are fitted for the belts
on the rear side seats.
// Front crash sensor located behind the front
bumper.
// Side crash sensors located inside the front doors. Key-operated switch
to disconnect the front
// Side crash sensors located inside the wheel
passenger airbag
arches body.
By means of an audible signal and warning lamps on the
dash panel, the airbag management informs the driver
of the need to fasten their seat belt, making use of:
// The front passenger seat occupied sensor.
// The seat belt position switches.
// Front and rear seat belt fastened indicators.
// Front passenger airbag deactivated warning
lamp.

K145 front
passenger airbag
deactivated
warning lamp

G190 front airbag

crash sensor

J285 dash panel control unit

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 G128 front passenger seat occupied
Driver front Head airbag module sensor
airbag module

Rear side airbag crash

sensor, G256 driver-
side and G257 front
passenger side

Front seats
side airbag
module

Seat belt tensioner

igniter N153, N154,
N196, N197

Side airbag crash sensor, G179 driver

Knee airbag module for driver J234 airbag control unit side and G180 front passenger side

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AIRBAG SYSTEM

The airbag control unit management is the VW21. This

management includes a software improvement that
permits a rapid analysis of the information received
from the sensors depending on the type of crash. This G190 front airbag crash sensor
optimises the activation of the seat belt tensioners
and airbags.
New developments include the G128 front passenger
seat occupied sensors new design, its location under G179 side airbag crash sensor,
the seats metal frame and a new circuit of resistors driver side
inside.
When the passenger seat is unoccupied, the internal
resistance is 400 ohms. G180 side airbag crash sensor,
When the front passenger seat is occupied, the switch front passenger side
closes and the internal resistance switches to 100
ohms.
G256 rear side airbag crash
sensor, driver side (pillar C)

G128 front passenger seat G257 rear side airbag crash

occupied sensor sensor, front passenger side
(pillar C)

E224 key-operated switch to

disconnect the front passenger side
airbag (optional)

G128 front passenger seat

occupied sensor

E24 driver seat belt switch

E25 front passenger seat belt switch

Switch E258 rear seat belt switch, driver

side

300 Ohm
100 Ohm

E609 rear central seat belt switch

E259 rear seat belt switch, front

passenger side
Pin 1 Pin 2

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 Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vwts.ru http://vwts.info
Volkswagen, Skoda, Seat, Audi

N95 driver-side
J234 airbag airbag igniter
control unit

N131 front passenger-

side airbag igniter 1

J623 Engine
control unit
N295 driver-side knee
airbag igniter

N199 driver-side side

J743 mechatronic unit for airbag igniter
T16 diagnostic dual clutch gearbox
Power train CAN-bus

connector

N200 front passenger-side

side airbag igniter

N251 driver-side curtain

J285 Dash panel control unit airbag igniter
Diagnosis
CAN-bus

N252 front passenger-

side curtain airbag
igniter
Comfort
CAN-bus
K145 front passenger airbag
deactivated warning lamp
CAN-bus
Running gear

J533 data bus

diagnostic
interface Igniter 1 of the driver/
front passenger seat belt
tensioner N153, N154

J519 onboard supply

control unit Igniter of the driver-/
front passenger-side
rear seat belt tensioner
N196, N197

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ENGINE/GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

1.0 L TSI ENGINE, EA211 FAMILY

PETROL ENGINE TECHNICAL
DATA
Identifying letters CHZJ
Architecture 3 cylinders
Displacement 1,000 cc
Cylinder diameter 74.5 mm
Cylinder stroke 76.4 mm
Maximum power
85 kW
(5,000-5,500 r.p.m)
Maximum torque
200 Nm
(2,000-3,500 r.p.m)
Engine management MED 17.5.20
Catalytic converter 3-way
Particulate filter No
Front lambda probe Binary
Rear lambda probe Binary
Variable valve timing Intake and exhaust
Emissions standard EU6

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Nm kW

240 95

220 85

200 75

180 65

160 55

140 45

120 35

100 25

80 15

60 5

0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000

r.p.m
Engine CHZJ

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 1.4 L TSI ENGINE, EA211 FAMILY
PETROL ENGINE TECHNICAL
DATA
Identifying letters CZEA
Architecture 4 cylinders
Displacement 1,400 cc
Cylinder diameter 74.5 mm
Cylinder stroke 80 mm
Maximum power
110 kW
(5,000-6,000 r.p.m)
Maximum torque
250 Nm
(1,500-3,500 r.p.m)
Engine management MED 17.5.21 (ACT)
Catalytic converter 3-way
Particulate filter No
Front lambda probe Binary
Rear lambda probe Binary
Variable valve timing Intake and exhaust
Emissions standard EU6
Counter-rotating shafts No
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Nm kW
300 120

275 110

250 100

225 90

200 80

175 70

150 60

125 50

100 40

75 30

50 20

25 10

0 0
1000 3000 5000 7000

r.p.m
Engine CZEA

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ENGINE/GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

EA288 FAMILY
CRVA / C
ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA DDYA DFFA DFHA
(AS OF S45)

Architecture 4 cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders

Displacement 1,600 cc 2,000 cc 2,000 cc 2,000 cc

Cylinder diameter 79.5 mm 81 mm 81 mm 81 mm

Cylinder stroke 80.50 mm 95.5 mm 95.5 mm 95.5 mm

85 kW 81/105 kW 110 kW 140 kW

Maximum power
(3,250-4,000 r.p.m) (3,100-4,500 r.p.m) (3,500-4,000 r.p.m) (3,500-4,000 r.p.m)

250 Nm 250/320 Nm 340 Nm 400 Nm

Maximum torque
(1,500-3,250 r.p.m) (1,500-3,000 r.p.m) (1,750-3,000 r.p.m) (1,750-3,250 r.p.m)

Engine management Delphi DCM 6.2 Delphi DCM 6.2 Bosch EDC 17 Bosch EDC 17

4-way 4-way 4-way

Catalytic converter 3-way
(NOx accumulator) (NOx accumulator) (NOx accumulator)

Particulate filter Yes No Yes Yes

Front lambda probe Yes No Yes Yes

Rear lambda probe Yes No Yes No

Variable Valve Timing (VVT) No No Yes, No (4Drive) No

EU6
- Without SCR front-
Emissions standard EU6 EU4 EU6 with SCR
wheel drive
- With SCR 4Drive

Counter-rotating shafts No No No Yes

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Nm kW Nm kW
290 100 460 130

430 120
270 90

400 110
250 80

370 100

230 70
340 90

210 60 310 80

190 50 280 70

250 60
170 40

220 50

150 30
190 40

130 20
160 30

110 10 130 20
0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000

r.p.m r.p.m
Engine DDYA Engine DFFA
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ENGINES MANUAL GEARBOX DSG AUTOMATIC GEARBOX

1.0 L TSI 85 kW 0AJ

(CHZD) (MQ200 - 6F)

1.4 L TSI 110 kW 02S 0CW

(CZEA) (MQ250 - 6F) (DQ200 - 7F)

0BB 4Drive 0D9 4Drive

(MQ 350 - 6A) (DQ250 - 6A)

1.6 L TDI 85 kW 02S

(DDYA) (MQ250 - 6F)

2.0 L TDI 81kW 02S

(CRVA) (MQ250 - 6F)

2.0 L TDI 105 kW 0D9

(CRVC) (MQ250 - 6F)

2.0 L TDI 110 kW 02Q 0GC

(DFFA) (MQ350 - 6F) (DQ381 - 7F)

02Q 4Drive
(MQ350 - 6A)

2.0 L TDI 140 kW 0GC 4Drive

(DFHA) (DQ381 - 7A)

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The new features in the engine/gearbox assembly are:
7-GEAR DSG 0GC AUTOMATIC
GEARBOX
As a new development, the engines with CFFA and
CFHA identifying letters are combined with a new
7-gear DSG automatic gearbox and the identifying
letters 0GC. For further information see page 18.
SCR SYSTEM
The second-generation SCR system is introduced in
diesel engines with identifying letters DFFA and
DFHA for 4Drive in fulfilment of the EU6 emission
standards. For further information see page 20.
NEW FEATURES IN DIESEL ENGINES
In the diesel engines, the components with new
features are:
// G505 differential pressure sensor. All diesel
engines have a single pressure sensor in the
exhaust.
// Turbo cooling is optimised in the diesel engine
with the identifying letters DFHA.
// The exhaust gas temperature sensor 1, G235, is
now of the SENT type in the
diesel engine with identifying letters DFHA.

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G505 DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE
G505 differential
SENSOR pressure sensor
In all diesel engines, the particulate filter has a single
pressure sensor.
The G450 exhaust gas pressure sensor 1 disappears,
as an optimisation measure.
Only the G505 differential pressure sensor is used, and
it is now of the SENT type. This sensor measures the
differential pressure between the particulate filter input
and output.
Furthermore, this type of signal can send the
differential pressure value, check its plausibility and
diagnose possible faults.

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TURBOCHARGER COOLING
Cooling by
The high heat load of the 2.0 L TDI 140 kW engine with
coolant
identifying letters DFHA has led to the oil-based
cooling of the turbocharger being reinforced with
additional coolant-based cooling.
For this purpose, the turbocharger has been inserted
into the heating micro circuit.
Oil cooling Moreover, to prevent the oil from crystallising after the
engine stops, coolant is run through the turbocharger
using the V488 backup pump for heating.

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G235 exhaust gas
Analysis temperature sensor 1
G235 EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE electronics
SENSOR 1
In the engine with identifying letters DFHA, the
sensor is now a thermoelement, instead of an NTC
sensor. This delivers greater efficiency in areas where
temperatures can surpass 800C.
The thermoelement is comprised of two contact
materials (nickel and chrome) and analysis electronics
separate from the measuring point. Voltage is
generated between the two materials when there is a
temperature difference between them.
The analysis electronics analyse this tension and
transform it into a SENT signal.

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ENGINE/GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

DSG 0GC AUTOMATIC GEARBOX 1

The new 7-gear DSG 0GC automatic gearbox

combines the comfort of an automatic gearbox with the Parking lock
resilience of a manual one.
The DSG 0GC automatic gearbox is available in the
front-wheel drive version and for 4Drive.
The DSG 0GC automatic gearbox is comprised of:
// Dual clutch.
// Mechanical components.
// The mechatronic unit.
Output shaft 1
The dual clutch is of the oil-bath multi-plate type and
drives the mechanical pump for the gearbox oil.
The mechanical components of the DSG 0GC automatic
gearbox feature:
// 2 input shafts.
// 2 output shafts.
// 1 parking lock. Input shaft 1
// 1 differential.
This gearbox is characterised by not having an inverter
shaft for reversing. When reverse is engaged, the
power flow passes from input shaft 2 to output shaft 1
through the second gear free-wheel on output shaft 2,
which acts as a reverse gear wheel.
The Mechatronic unit controls the DSG automatic
gearbox and has electronic and hydraulic components.
The Mechatronic unit shares oil with the gearbox
internal components.
In the 4Drive version, the transfer box is connected to
the differential cage. Output shaft 2
The automatic gearbox has two oil pumps: one is
mechanically actuated and the other is electrically
actuated. The electric pump works to generate oil
pressure when the start-stop function is in operation.

7 3 6

Synchromesh for
6st and 2nd gear

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5 4 R Input shaft 1 Output shaft 1

Differential

Input shaft 2 Output shaft 2

Multi-plate clutches

Input shaft 2

Differential

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SECOND-GENERATION SCR

Electrical Reducing agent pipe

connection connection

Coolant inlet

Adblue filler neck

N474 reducing agent injector

Reducing agent pipe

J891 reducing agent

heating control unit

J583 NOx sensor control unit (it is comprised of a single

part with the G295 NOx sensor) Adblue filler neck

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 In order to reduce NOx emissions in exhaust gases,
the ATECA with diesel engines and 4Drive requires the
use of the second-generation SCR system. The system
Boca de llenado de Adblue
injects Adblue between the catalytic converter and
the particulate filter in order to reduce the NOx in the
exhaust gases and transform it into N2 and H2O.

ADBLUE SUPPLY SYSTEM

The Adblue filler neck is located next to the fuel filler
neck.
The Adblue tank is located behind the fuel tank, and
has a capacity of 11 L.
The tank contains the GX19 reducing agent dosing
system delivery unit.
The J891 reducing agent heating control unit is
located next to the Adblue tank.

SPECIFIC ENGINE COMPONENTS

// J623 engine control unit.
// J583 NOx sensor control unit.
// N474 reducing agent injector.
// Oxidising and reducing catalytic agent (NOx
accumulator).

ADBLUE INJECTION MANAGEMENT

The J623 engine control unit assumes the following
functions of the SCR system:
// Adblue dosing.
// Heating.
// Monitoring the degree of efficiency.
// Dash panel indicators management.
These functions are described in detail below.

Note: For further information about engine component

operation, refer to course handbook no. 162 EA288
family engines, page 51.

GX19 reducing agent dosing system

delivery unit

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Supply module casing Z102 reducing agent tank heating

Filter
Reducing agent return

GX19 reducing
agent dosing
Electrical connection system delivery
for the supply module unit

Reducing agent
pipe connection

G697 reducing agent level

G697/G685 PWM Signal sensor
G697/G685 Earth
G697/G685 Positive
Z102 Positive
Z102 Earth G685 reducing agent temperature
sensor

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DOSING OF ADBLUE (REDUCING AGENT)

The dosing of the Adblue is executed by means of the
GX19 reducing agent dosing system supply unit. The
unit is welded to the Adblue tank.
This unit has three functions:
// Adblue temperature measurement
It is controlled by the G685 reducing agent temperature
sensor. This sensor is of the NTC type. The signal
activates the heating of the tank and of the pipes of the
SCR system.
// Adblue level measurement
This is controlled by the G697 reducing agent
level sensor. This sensor operates by means of the
ultrasound principle. The temperature of the reducing
agent is also taken into account when monitoring its
level, as volume can vary depending on temperature.
// Pumping and recovery of Adblue
The flow of Adblue from the tank towards the injector
is performed by the two pumps included inside the
supply module casing.
Note: In order for the engine control unit to be able to
reliably detect refilling, at least 4 L must be put in.

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 V437 reducing
GX19 reducing agent dosing agent pump
system delivery unit

Supply
module
housing

Terminal 87 (+)
Supply Earth (-)
module

Flow of
Adblue
V561 reducing agent
Towards the return pump
N474 reducing
agent injector

Earth (-)
Terminal 87 (+)

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SUPPLY MODULE
The supply module is bolted below the GX19 reducing
agent dosing system supply unit, and may be replaced
if necessary.
This model has two integrated pumps:
// V437 reducing agent pump
The pump sucks Adblue from the tank and pumps it
towards the injector through the pipe.
// V561 reducing agent return pump
The return pump sucks the Adblue from the supply pipe
just after the engine stops. This prevents the Adblue
from freezing and damaging the injector and the pipes
at low temperatures.
The engine control unit excites the return pump for
about 5 seconds. During this time, the injector remains
closed in order to avoid the intake of hot exhaust gases
from the engine through the supply pipe.
The injector then opens to offset the vacuum in the
supply pipe during the intake process.
Both reducing agent pumps are supplied by the J963
reducing agent dosing system relay and the J623
engine control unit earth.
The amount of reducing agent injected is established
by the engine control unit, based on the time and the
frequency of opening of the injectors solenoid valve,
and by means of a PWM signal. The injection pressure
is approximately 6.5 bar.

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SECOND-GENERATION SCR

J623 engine
control unit

G685 reducing agent

temperature sensor

Z103 reducing agent pump

heating

Z102 reducing agent tank

heating
J891 reducing agent
heating control unit

Z104 reducing agent pipe

G17 outside heating
temperature sensor

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HEATING
The systems heating makes sure that the flow of On this basis, the J891 reducing agent heating control
Adblue reaches all the engines areas of operation, unit activates the Z102 reducing agent tank heating
even when it is initially frozen. and Z104 reducing agent pipe heating.
// Heating operation The engine control unit also excites the reducing agent
pump coils cyclically to increase the temperature of the
The J623 engine control unit determines heating needs
Adblue.
based on the information supplied by the G17 outside
temperature sensor and the G685 reducing agent
temperature sensor.

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 V437 reducing agent pump
Reducing agent
(Adblue) tank
Filter

Adblue
Z102 reducing
agent tank
heating

Z104 reducing agent

tank heating

G697 reducing agent

V561 reducing agent level sensor
return pump
J623 engine control G685 reducing agent
unit temperature sensor

J891 reducing agent

heating control unit
N474 reducing agent injector

G295 NOx sensor with J583 NOx Particulate filter

sensor control unit
Catalytic converter

J883 throttle valve

drive unit

Oxidising reducing
catalytic converter

V339 exhaust gas recirculation

control motor 2
J338 throttle valve drive unit
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MONITORING THE DEGREE OF EFFICIENCY

The engine control unit checks the degree of efficiency
and quality of the Adblue at regular intervals during the
engines deceleration stages.
In the engine deceleration stage, reducing agent is
injected by means of the N474 reducing agent injector.
At the same time, the J883 exhaust flap control unit is
activated to rechannel the greatest possible amount of
exhaust gases at low pressure towards the combustion
chamber inlet.
During the test, the engine control unit analyses
NOx content by means of the G295 NOx sensor and
compares it to a calculated theoretical value. If the
deviation is excessive, the dash panel displays an SCR
system failure warning relating to an excessively low
degree of efficiency or poor Adblue quality.

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SECOND-GENERATION SCR

SECOND-GENERATION SCR OVERVIEW

G295 NOx sensor

V437 reducing
agent pump

J583 NOx
G697 reducing agent level sensor control
sensor unit

CAN-bus
Private
V561 reducing agent
G448 exhaust return pump
gas temperature
sensor 2

J623 engine
control unit
G495 exhaust N474 reducing
CAN-bus

gas temperature agent injector

Drive

sensor 3

J891 reducing
agent heating
control unit
G648 exhaust
gas temperature
J533 Data bus
sensor 4
diagnostic
interface
CAN-bus
Comfort

Z102 reducing
agent tank heating

G685 reducing agent

temperature sensor
J285 Dash panel control unit
Z104 reducing agent
pipe heating

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 Operating range warning indicator
DASH PANEL INDICATORS MANAGEMENT
There are three types of system indicators on the dash
panel screen:
// Operating range warning indicator.
// Filling level warning indicator.
// Fault warning indicator.
OPERATING RANGE
WARNING INDICATOR
The remaining operating range warnings cover
information about the minimum and maximum
amounts for refilling.
The minimum amount is used to change the indication
after refilling. The maximum amount is useful for
choosing a suitable refilling container.
FILLING LEVEL
WARNING INDICATOR
Warnings for insufficient filling level of the Adblue tank
warn the driver of the need to refill it.
If these warnings are not heeded, start-up will be
blocked when the remaining operating range runs out.
In this case, once the ignition has been switched off, it
will not be possible to restart the engine.
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Filling level warning indicator
Fault warning indicator
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Filling level warning sequence:
// As of 2400 km: the white warning lamp is
activated. The warning is repeated every 400 km
or 8 hours.
// As of 1,000 km: the yellow warning lamp is
activated every 100 km or 4 hours.
// As of 200 km: the yellow warning lamp is
activated every 20 km.
// At 0 km: the red warning lamp is activated,
together with the Start disabled warning.
In all cases, the visual warning from the dash panel
is combined with an audible warning to attract the
drivers attention.
FAULT WARNING
INDICATOR
The fault warning appears on the dash panel 50
km after the fault is generated, with the following
sequence:
// The yellow fault warning lamp is activated and
the driver has 1000 km to take the vehicle to a
specialised workshop.
// After 1,000 km, the fault warning lamp turns red
and the engine can no longer be started up.
TRANSMISSION AND RUNNING GEAR

McPherson front axle

Rear axle with

integrated arms

Third-generation
electromechanical steering

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The type of power steering is the well-known third-
generation electromechanical version, previously
assembled in the SEAT Leon and with the same
operating principles.
The body gains height thanks to the new design of the
wheel bearing housings in aluminium and the larger tyre
size.
The front axle is always of the McPherson type.
The rear axle will be different depending on whether the
vehicle is front-wheel drive or 4Drive.
For vehicles with front-wheel drive, the rear axle is of the
integrated arm type.

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 4 DRIVE Haldex 5th-generation clutch

Multi-link
rear axle

J492 All-wheel drive control

module

Haldex 5th-generation
system
Propshaft

Transfer box Constant Velocity Joint with

central support

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For 4Drive vehicles, the rear axle is of the multi-link Note: For further information, refer to SSP 160
type and is adapted to house the bevel gear and the Transmission and running gear of the Leon family.
differential.

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TRANSMISSION AND RUNNING GEAR

E538 E540 Autohold

electromechanical function button
parking brake
button

G44 - G47 wheel speed

sensor
J104 ABS control unit

V282 and V283 parking brake motors

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BRAKING SYSTEM
The new functions taken on by the J104 ABS control
unit are:
// EPB (electromechanical parking brake).
// DAA (dynamic starting assistant).
// Autohold.
// Emergency braking.
// Anti-roll lock
These functions were already seen in the SEAT
Alhambra except for the anti-roll lock.
// EPB (electromechanical parking brake)
Pressing the E538 electromechanical parking brake
button activates the two rear brake motors.
// DAA (dynamic starting assistant)
If the electromechanical parking brake is activated, the
parking brake will be released when you begin driving
with a gear engaged and release the clutch pedal.
// Autohold
The Autohold function is activated by means of the
E540 button.
When the driver brakes the vehicle and subsequently
releases the brake pedal, the wheels are automatically
braked hydraulically. The electromechanical brakes are
not involved in this function, as a comfort optimisation
measure.

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// Emergency braking K213 ELECTROMECHANICAL PARKING
In the unlikely event of a hydraulic brake failure, BRAKE LAMP
pressing the electromechanical brake button will brake
In all the new functions, the driver will know if the
the vehicle by means of an initial hydraulic braking and
vehicle is breaking hydraulically or electromechanically
subsequent electromechanical braking sequence.
by means of the lamps colour:
// Anti-roll lock // Green: hydraulic braking.
This function is only available with the DSG automatic // Red: electromechanical breaking.
gearbox.
The anti-roll lock prevents the vehicle from moving
when the driver opens a door without setting the gear
lever to P or N.
In order to do so, the electromechanical parking brake
is activated.

BRAKING TYPE

Hydraulic Electromechanical
braking braking

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The other functions are inherited from the Leon family. // HHC: Hill start assistant.
// ABS: Anti-lock braking system. // ASR: Traction control system.
// EBD: Electronic brake pressure distribution. // MSR: Engine drag torque control
// HBA: Hydraulic brake assist. // EDL: Electronic differential lock
// ESC: Electronic stability control. // XDS: Extended electronic differential lock.
// BSW: Brake disc wiper function. // CBC: Electronic braking stabilisation system.
// TSA: Trailer stabilisation. // Signalling emergency braking.
// DSR: Driver steering recommendation. // RKA+: Tyre pressure monitoring.
// HBV 2.0: Hydraulic brake servo. If the G294 brake // HVV: Maximum rear axle deceleration.
servo pressure sensor detects a lack of vacuum, // GMB: Yaw torque influencing.
the hydraulic pump is activated. // MKB: Multi-collision braking system.
// FBS: Increased braking pressure in the event of // ROP: Roll-over prevention.
disc overheating.

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OVERVIEW
E538 electromechanical
The ABS control unit management is the Continental parking brake button
Mark 100.
The four variants of the ABS control unit depend on the E540 Autohold function
equipment: button
// two units with pedestrian detection, one with
manual gearbox and the other with DSG gearbox.
// two units without pedestrian detection, one with G44 right rear wheel
manual gearbox and the other with DSG gearbox. speed sender
The ABS hydraulic unit includes special noise-
reduction measures and the pump has been
strengthened in order to be able to increase braking
pressure.
The sensors integrated in the J104 ABS control unit
G45 right front wheel
are:
speed sender
// G202 yaw-rate sender
// G200 lateral acceleration sensor
// G251 longitudinal acceleration sensor
The G44-G47 revolution sensors are the active sensors
(magnetic encoder) with extended functions, which are
already known. G46 left rear wheel
Besides detecting the direction of rotation, the sensors speed sender
can also detect the distance to the sender wheel.
The electromechanical parking brake management
uses specific components:
// E538 electromechanical parking brake button.
// E540 Autohold function button. G47 left front wheel
// V282 and V283 parking brake motors. speed sender

G608 brake-servo
vacuum sender

G476 Clutch Pedal

Position Sensor

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J104 ABS control unit

V282 and V283
parking brake
motors

ABS hydraulic unit N55

J500 power steering
control unit

J623 engine control unit

Running gear CAN-bus

Drive CAN-bus

J234 airbag control unit

J533 Data bus diagnostic

interface J743 mechatronic unit for dual
clutch gearbox

ACC control unit J428

Extended CAN-bus
Infotainment
CAN-bus

R242 front camera for driver

assistance systems
Comfort CAN-bus

J794 control unit

1 for information
electronics
Headlight range adjustment
control unit J431
Private CAN-bus

J519 onboard supply

control unit

J685 display unit for

front information
display and operating J285 Dash panel control unit
unit control

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RUNNING GEAR

Actuator

Worm gear spindle

Electric motor
spindle

Brake calliper

Rotational
Electric motor
movement
rotational movement
of the spindle
mechanism
Rotational movement
of the worm gear
2nd spur
gear

Stage 3 spindle
mechanism
1st spur gear
Linear movement
towards the brake
piston
Electric motor

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V282 AND V283 PARKING BRAKE MOTORS

The electromechanical brake is integrated in the rear // The rotational movement from the worm-screw
wheel brake callipers. spindle is transferred to the second spur gear.
The electromechanical brake has a new design. The // The rotational movement of the second spur
electric motor moves the compressor nut by means of gear and the internal spindle mechanism is
a geared reduction, acting on the brake piston and in transformed into a linear thrust movement of the
turn pressing on the brake pads. brake piston.
The rotational movement of the electric motor is
transformed into a linear movement through different
stages:
// The rotational movement from the spindle of the
electric motor is transferred to the first spur gear.

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The electric motor is excited to close the parking brake. Brake pad
Compressor nut
The electric motor drives the spindle via a geared
reduction and moves the compressor nut located on Brake disc
the spindle thread forward.
The compressor nut comes into contact with the inner
front surface of the brake piston and presses the it
against the brake pads. The brake pads press against
the brake disc.
The pressure causes an increase in the current
absorbed by the electric motor. In the course of this
process, the electromechanical parking brakes
control unit measures the current absorbed by the
electric motor. When the absorbed current surpasses
an established value, the control unit cuts the power
supply to the electric motor. Spindle
Rotational movement
of the spindle
Brake piston

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PARKING BRAKE DEACTIVATION

The electric motor reverses the direction of rotation. Release of the brake disc
This causes the spindle to rotate in the opposite
direction and the compressor nut to return to its initial
position on the spindle, releasing the pressure on the
brake piston.

Backward movement of
the compressor nut Brake piston

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DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

The following driver assistance systems are available PARK ASSIST

with the ATECA:
SEAT DRIVE PROFILES
The following profiles can be selected on the rotary
switch: Eco, Normal, Sport and Individual, as well as
Offroad and Snow for 4Drive.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL (HDC)
The HDC assistant automatically limits the vehicles
speed below 30 km/hour on slopes steeper than 10%.
This assistant helps the driver to park in parallel and
perpendicularly, and to move out of parallel parking
positions.
BLIND SPOT DETECTOR (BSD) WITH
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)
By means of a lamp on the rear-view mirrors, this
system warns the driver of approaching rear cross
traffic or of vehicles in the blind spot area.

Park Assist

Area View

BSD

Front Assist Emergency Assist

ACC

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The system warns the driver of possible imminent
collisions, prepares the vehicle in the event of
emergency braking, and provides support by activating
the automatic braking.
The system is able to detect pedestrians.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)
The ACC system allows the driver to establish a cruise
speed of between 30 and 210 km/h, as well as the
distance required with regard to the vehicle in front.
The ACC adaptive cruise control system has a vehicle
detection range of up to 200 m.
The ACC system includes the Front Assist, Traffic Jam
Assist and Emergency Assist systems.
TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST
The ACC system expands its operation to traffic jams
and slow traffic.
EMERGENCY ASSIST
Another enhancement to the ACC system is that if the
driver loses consciousness, the system controls and
eventually stops the vehicle automatically.

SPEED LIMITER
The system avoids an increase in vehicle speed in the
event of a mistake.

AREA VIEW
The system provides images on the infotainment
display with a peripheral view of 360 around the
vehicle.
This system requires a new calibration device VAS
721001.

LANE ASSIST
This system guides the vehicle along the lane.
Moreover, the camera it uses performs the traffic sign
recognition and main beam assist functions.
Other systems already known in the rest of the range
are:
// Tiredness detection.
// Park pilot.
// Rear view camera.

Note: For further information, refer to SSP 165 ATECA

driver assistance systems.

SEAT Drive
Profile HDC

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ELECTRIC SYSTEM

Dash panel Panoramic roof

Multifunction steering wheel

Kessy System

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 The ATECAs electric equipment features the following
systems.

KESSY SYSTEM
The Kessy system allows the user to open or close
doors and turn on the engine without having to use the
key manually.
Door opening: when the hand is placed on the front
door handle, the centralised opening will be activated.
Door locking: on pressing a handle groove, the central
locking will be activated.
To open and lock the doors the key must be less than
1.5 m away from the door.
Engine start-up; simply press the start-up button
located on the centre console.

ELECTRIC TAILGATE
The electric tailgate has an electric opening system.
The electric tailgate has three opening and closing
Electric tailgate modes:
// Manually, from a button located on the centre
console or from the boot button.
// Using the remote control.
// Using a virtual pedal linked to the Kessy system.
Move your foot under the rear bumper to activate
it. As a warning before the tailgate begins to
move, the turn signal lights and the third brake
light will come on.

TOW HOOK
The two hook is retractable and is operated electrically
from a button located on the right side of the boot.

DASH PANEL
The dash panel has a greater number of functions on
the multifunction display.
Other equipment already known in the rest of the range
includes:
Tow hook // Heated windscreen.
// Panoramic roof.
// Multifunction steering wheel.

Note: For further information, see SSP 164 ATECA

electric system.

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ELECTRIC SYSTEM

Welcome light Rear lights

Headlights

Ambient lighting

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 The lighting system presents the following
characteristics:

HEADLIGHTS
There are two types of headlights:
// Halogen and with daylight LED.
// Full LED.
The front lighting is completed with a halogen fog
lights.
Only if the headlights are halogen will the fog lights
perform the cornering function.
The cornering function operates below 40 km/hour on
very tight turns or when manoeuvring. The cornering
function is not available for Full LED headlights.

REAR LIGHTS
There are two types of rear lights:
// LED lights
// Bulb lights
With the LED lights, the reverse and turn signal lights
are halogen bulbs.
The design of the lights includes a personalised detail,
displaying the text SEAT Lighting in order to reinforce
its technological image.

INTERIOR LIGHTING
As a new feature, the infotainment system can be used
to personalise the ambient lighting, with 8 colours in
the front door trim.

WELCOME LIGHT
This function enhances visibility when getting into the
vehicle. The system includes an LED on each rear view
mirror that projects the silhouette and name of the
vehicle vertically onto the ground.
Interior light This function is activated when the doors are unlocked
and with the coming home or leaving home
functions.

Note: For further information, see the SSP 164 ATECA

Electric System.

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INFOTAINMENT

BRAKING
TYPE

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EASY CONNECT enables updated functions, such as: Lighting. New interior lighting adjustments, where the
Full Link. SEAT connectivity system that enables a brightness of the interior lighting can be modified, and
connection between a compatible device and the there are 8 colours to choose from.
infotainment system display via a USB cable. This Top view. Area View system to perform parking
technology provides access to the MirrorLink, Android manoeuvres with the greatest possible visibility of the
Auto and Apple CarPlay communication protocols. For surroundings.
further information about available applications, see Air conditioning. New air purification functions inside
the websites of each system: the vehicle to reduce allergens.
// http://mirrorlink.com/apps
Stationary heating. New stationary heating
// http://www. apple.com/es/ios/carplay/
programming options.
// http://www/android.com/auto
Navigation maps. It is easier to enter new destinations,
by address, by map or by points of interest.
SEAT Drive Profile. Information about the Sport and Off-
road driving profiles is extended.

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J685 display unit for front information

display and operating unit control
Audio system, R

Private Can bus

Infotainment CAN-bus

J794 control unit 1 for

information electronics

R199 connection for

external audio sources
(USB port and an R265 storage unit for
auxiliary connector) mobile phone interface
R215 interface for external
multimedia devices
(HUB connector with 2
USB ports and an auxiliary
connector)
Connectivity box
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MODULAR INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

For the launch of the SEAT ATECA, the MIB modular The MIB Standard and MIB High units have the
infotainment system is available in three types: following architecture:
// MIB Entry. // J794 control unit 1 for information electronics,
// MIB Standard. located in the glove compartment.
// MIB High. // J685 display unit for front information display and
It also provides a USB port and an auxiliary connector operating unit control, located in the centre of the
in the centre console. dash panel.
The MIB Entry system offers two radio systems: The Navi System and Navi System plus Infotainment
// Media System Touch. systems can be given further connectivity with the
// Media System Colour. new Connectivity box console. The characteristics are
explained on page 48.
The MIB Standard system is comprised of two systems:
// Media System Plus.
// Navi System.
The MIB High system is comprised of the:
// Navi System Plus.

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TP button
MEDIA SYSTEM TOUCH
The main characteristics of this system are:
// 5" monochrome touch screen.
// USB and SD card reader.
// Four 20-W channels.
// 4 speakers.
// Multifunction 3.5" monochrome display on the
dash panel.
// DAB digital radio tuner. (Optional)

SD reader

Phone button

MEDIA SYSTEM COLOUR

The main characteristics of this system are:
// 5" colour touchscreen.
// USB and SD card reader.
// Four 20-W channels.
// 6 speakers.
// Multifunction 3.5" monochrome display on the
dash panel.
// DAB digital radio tuner. (Optional)
// Bluetooth with audio streaming.

SD reader

Direct access to
Full Link

MEDIA SYSTEM PLUS

The main characteristics of this system are:
// 8" colour touchscreen.
// CD player.
// SD card reader.
// USB reader and auxiliary device connection
(Aux-In) on the centre console.
// Possibility of connecting compatible Apple
devices via USB.
// Four 20-W channels.
// 8 speakers.
// DAB digital radio tuner.
// Multifunction 3.5" monochrome display on the
dash panel.
// Bluetooth with audio.
SD reader // Full Link (Optional).
CD player

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 Full-Link access Navigation NAVI SYSTEM
button button The main characteristics of this system are:
// 8" colour touchscreen.
// CD player.
// 2 SD card readers.
// USB reader and auxiliary device connection
(Aux-In) on the centre console.
// Possibility of connecting compatible Apple
devices via USB.
// Four 20-W channels.
// 8 speakers.
// DAB digital radio tuner.
// Multifunction 3.5" colour display on the
dash panel.
// Bluetooth with audio streaming.
// Voice commands.
// Navigation system.
// The maps are integrated in the navigator.
SD reader // Full Link (Optional).
CD player

Full-Link access Navigation

NAVI SYSTEM PLUS
button button The main characteristics of this system are:
// 8" colour touchscreen.
// CD player.
// 2 SD card readers.
// USB reader and auxiliary device connection
(Aux-In) on the centre console.
// Possibility of connecting compatible Apple
devices via USB.
// Four 20-W channels and two 35-W channels.
// SEAT sound system with 10 speakers.
// DAB digital radio tuner.
// Multifunction 3.5" colour display on the
dash panel.
// Bluetooth with audio streaming.
// Voice commands.
// Navigation system.
// The maps are integrated in the navigator.
// It has an additional 10 GB hard drive.
SD reader
// WIFI wireless connection.
CD player
// Full Link.
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INFOTAINMENT

T10057 tool
insertion location

T10057 tool
insertion location

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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM DISASSEMBLY

The disassembly of the radio system and the J685 To access these grooves, first disassemble the frame
display unit for front information display and operating of the system, which comprises the air-conditioning
unit control requires the insertion of the T10057 tools vents, and the outer profile of the dash panel.
into the grooves shown in the images.

Note: For further information see ElsaPro.

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Media System Touch and Media System Colour Media System Plus, Navi System and Navi System Plus

Radio system J685 display unit for front information

display and operating unit control

USB connector Quadlock connector

FM2 aerial connector 12-pin connector LVDS connector

FM/AM aerial connector

DAB tuner

J794 control unit for

information electronics

GPS connector Most (Not used)

FM2 aerial connector
LVDS connector
FM/AM aerial connector USB connector
DAB tuner

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INFOTAINMENT EQUIPMENT CONNECTORS

The Media System Touch and Media System Colour
radio systems have the following connections:
DAB tuner (Optional), FM/AM aerial, FM2 aerial, USB.
The USB connector connects the radio system to the
USB ports.
The Media System Plus, Navi System and Navi
System Plus units include a 12-pin connector and
an LVDS connector, on the J685 display unit for front
information display and operating unit control.
Cables connected to these connectors link the screen
to the J794 control unit for information electronics.
The J794 control unit for information electronics has
the following connectors:
DAB, FM/ AM, FM2, GPS, LVDS, USB.
Both the radio system and the J794 control unit for
information electronics have a Quadlock connector:
This connector contains the terminals to power the
radio, speakers, CAN communication and microphone,
among others.

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USB ports and

auxiliary input

Pad on which to
position phone

R265 storage unit

for mobile phone R11 roof aerial
interface

R308 aerial amplifier

(located under the left-side boot trim)

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CONNECTIVITY BOX
The Navi System and Navi System plus Infotainment
systems can be given further connectivity with the new
Connectivity box console.
The console includes:
// Two USB ports and an auxiliary input in the centre
console.
// The new R265 storage unit for mobile phone
interface located under the centre console.
R265 STORAGE UNIT FOR MOBILE
PHONE INTERFACE
The R265 storage unit for mobile phone interface
performs two functions:
// Mobile signal amplifier function
The phone signal is amplified using the R11 roof aerial
for enhanced signal transmission. For this purpose,
the R308 aerial amplifier is used, which optimises
transmission.
// Wireless charger function
The mobile phones battery is charged wirelessly.
The R265 storage unit for mobile phone interface has
two internal coils that generate an electromagnetic
field for each of the functions.
ACTIVATION CONDITIONS
The mobile signal amplifier and wireless charger
functions only require:
// The contact fitted (terminal 15) or Infotainment
system on.
// The phone placed on the pad. The phones must
be compatible with both functions.

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 R265 storage unit
for mobile phone
interface Telephony signal Telephony signal
Diagnosis transmission transmission

J794 control Phone status R308 aerial

unit for amplifier R11 roof
information aerial
electronics
Kessy key-finding
signal

J519 onboard supply

control unit

R518 entry and start

authorisation control unit

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OPERATING SIGNALS The on-screen notifications on the infotainment screen

are:
// Mobile signal amplifier function // A device is charging on the pad.
The R265 storage unit for mobile phone interface // Foreign object detection warning. In this case,
communicates with the R308 aerial amplifier by means the system warns of possible interferences
of a coaxial cable, to improve the transmission of the between the phone and the pad.
signal with the R11 roof aerial.
WIRELESS CHARGER IN VEHICLES WITH
// Wireless charger function
KESSY
The J794 control unit for information electronics
If the R265 storage unit for mobile phone interface
communicates with the R265 storage unit for mobile
receives a key search warning (Wake up BCM), the
phone interface to detect the phone and diagnose the
wireless charger system will stop charging the phone
system.
battery for a few seconds until the key is located. This
avoids possible interferences with the Kessy system
aerials.

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INFOTAINMENT

GPS amplifier (if the windscreen

is not heated) R11 roof aerial

FM2 aerial amplifier

R65 phone aerial

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AERIALS
The R11 roof aerial has up to 4 amplifiers on its base:
// Phone.
// DAB
// AM/FM1.
// GPS (if the windscreen is heated). Otherwise, the
GPS aerial is located on the dash panel.
The FM2 aerial Amplifier and the two frequency
modulation filters, FM R178(-) and R179(+), are
connected to the rear window.
The new R65 phone Aerial is only used in vehicles with
a connectivity box console and stationary heating. In
this case the connectivity box console amplifies the
phone signal through the R65 phone aerial, while
the R11 roof Aerial is used to activate the stationary
heating.

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R11 roof aerial

R149 radio frequency
receiver for supplementary
water heating

GPS
With stationary
heating
AM/FM1
Phone
DAB

GPS

R65 phone aerial

With heated windscreen

With stationary
heating

R265 storage unit for mobile

phone interface

R308 aerial amplifier

J794 control unit for
information electronics

FM R178(-) and R179(+)

frequency modulation filters FM2 aerial amplifier

+ -

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SPEAKERS
Central speaker
The speaker configuration varies depending on the
audio system and the target market.
Up to 4 speaker configurations are offered, with 4, 6, 8
or 10 speakers. The most comprehensive configuration
corresponds to the SEAT Sound System (10 speakers)
for the Navi System or Navi System Plus infotainment
systems.
The SEAT Sound System has the following Tweeter in A pillar
characteristics:

CENTRAL SPEAKER
Diameter: 97 mm.
Impedance: 4 ohms.
Frequency range: 150 kHz.
Attachment: 2 screws.
Connector: 2-pole.

WOOFERS IN FRONT AND REAR DOORS

Diameter: 152 mm.
Impedance: 4 ohms.
Frequency range: 60 Hz-3 kHz.
Attachment: 4 rivets.
Connector: 2-pole.
Tweeter in
TWEETERS IN FRONT AND REAR DOORS rear door
Diameter: 38 mm.
Impedance: 8 ohms.
Frequency range: (5-20) kHz.
Attachment: heat-welded at 3 points. 4 speakers
Connector: 2-pole.

BOOT SUBWOOFER
Volume: 10 L.
Impedance: 2 ohms.
Frequency range: 45-300 Hz.
Attachment: plate on spare wheel.
Connector: 2-pole.

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Woofer in rear doors

Subwoofer

6 speakers 8 speakers 10 speakers

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CLIMATE CONTROL
Identification label
The main new feature in the air-conditioning is the
introduction of the new refrigerant R-1234yf in the air
conditioning circuit.
This means a new device for recharging the refrigerant,
VAS581001 or VAS581003, and the use of a specific
oil.
Refrigerant R-134a has been replaced by the new
refrigerant R-1234yf. It is Tetrafluoropropene, and
its thermal characteristics are very similar to those of
R-134a.
This new feature has been introduced due to the
2006/40/EC directive, which orders that as of January
2017, vehicles must use refrigerants with a global
warming potential (GWP) of no greater than 150.
R-134a surpasses this limit, whereas R-1234yf has a
GWP of 4.
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Ports for charging refrigerant
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The air conditioning circuit components are the same
as for R134a, but have been redesigned internally to
adapt to the more abrasive chemical characteristics of
the new refrigerant.
The previous refrigerant R134a should not be added
to the new circuit. For safety reasons, the charging
ports have been redesigned so that they will not
be compatible with the previous R134a recharging
system.
An identification label has been fixed to the engine
compartment to identify the new refrigerant.
Note: For further information about using the new
refrigerant, see ElsaPro.
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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

There are two types of air conditioning systems: The air conditioning control units are connected to the
// Manual electronic air conditioning. Comfort CAN-bus in the same way as in the SEAT Leon.
// Climatronic. As a new feature, the pure air system is added
The air conditioning system has the following (standard in Climatronic), as well as stationary heating.
optionals: The Controls for both systems, and the particularities
// Seat heating with three levels of intensity. The of the new Pure air and Stationary heating systems will
level chosen is displayed through 3 LEDs. be described below.
// Independent heating through PTC for vehicles
with diesel engines.
// Heated windscreen (optional only for Climatronic).
// Stationary heating, which heats the interior even
when the engine is switched off. (Optional only
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Temperature control Distribucin del aire

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CONTROLS FOR ELECTRONIC MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING

The controls features the following particularities:
// All the flaps are actuated by electric motors
excited by the control unit.
// The A/Cmax function requests maximum cooling
power.
// There are two versions of the electronic manual
air conditioning control unit, depending on
whether or not the heated seat controls are fitted.

Temperature control Air distribution Temperature control

Blower control Maximum cooling

power
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CONTROLS FOR CLIMATRONIC

This air-conditioner is automatic and has two zones.
The controls regulate temperature, air distribution and
air flow depending on
solar radiation and inside and outside temperature.
The Climatronic variant features the following
particularities:
// Two light displays to indicate the temperature
selected in each zone.
// The A/Cmax function requests maximum cooling
power.

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 Stationary heating button

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If the vehicle has stationary heating, the Off button to by turning the blower control to the minimum position
deactivate the Climatronic system has been replaced until all the LEDs go off.
by the stationary heating manual activation button. In For further information about stationary heating, see
this case, the air-conditioning system is switched off page 60.

Air vent
controls Stationary
heating

Heated
windscreen Pure air

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SETTINGS ON THE INFOTAINMENT To access the settings for these systems, press the
Setup button on the Climatronic controls.
SYSTEM DISPLAY
The following systems can be activated on the
infotainment system display:
// Air vent and temperature controls.
// Heated windscreen.
// Stationary heating.
// Pure air.

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PURE AIR SYSTEM

The system features an activated charcoal pollen filter
which also filters airborneallergens. For this purpose,
a polyphenol coating has been added to the filter. This
coating is a natural fire-repellent product that can be
found in many plants, and acts by trapping allergens in
order to neutralise them.
The filter is easy to distinguish from the conventional
one, since it is yellow.
The Pure air system has been included as standard in
all models with Climatronic.

Allergen filter

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symbol

Automatic air purification sequence

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PURE AIR SYSTEM ACTIVATION PURE AIR, RECIRCULATION FLAP CONTROL

The Pure air system, through the air-conditioning During the Pure air system activation process, the
controls, can be used to optimise air filtering in the J255 Climatronic control unit controls the percentage
interior even further. of closure of the recirculation flap on the basis of three
In the air-conditioning control options that appear on main signals:
the infotainment system display, press Setup on the // Interior air humidity.
controls to bring up a specific Pure air symbol as // Vehicle speed.
shown in the image. // Outside temperature.
Pressing the symbol will activate partial closure of the Automatic control optimises interior air filtration,
recirculation flap in order to run all the air inside the without foregoing driving safety and comfort features.
vehicle through the filter.
This limits the entry of exterior air and intensifies
interior air filtering.
The automatic air purification sequence may vary
depending on the type of infotainment system
available. In all cases, the message that appears on
the display while the system is active is Cleaning the
air.
The system is deactivated if a window or door is
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Remote control heating Stationary heating button
activation button
Stationary heating allows for heating of the interior
even when the engine is switched off.
ACTIVATION REQUEST
Activation can be requested in two ways:
// Manually
By using the heating remote control or by pressing the
heating button on the air-conditioning controls.
// By means of the heating settings
By programming activation on the infotainment system
display using the heating symbol.
HEATING SYMBOL
The heating symbol provides access to a settings menu
with three sections:
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Activation button for settings on
the infotainment system display
Heating symbol
Stationary heating
settings menu
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// Set/Duration
// It allows you to enter departure times for three
days of the week.
// It also allows you to define the duration of
heating in manual activation. Maximum one hour.
// Day and time/Off
// It allows you to choose one of the days pre-
defined in Set for the programming to become
active. Before departure, the system will be
activated automatically so that the interior will
have been heated up before the trip begins.
// It also allows you to deactivate the system.
// Heating/Ventilation
// It allows you to choose between the heating or
ventilation function.
 R11 roof aerial

R149 radio
frequency receiver
for supplementary
water heating

J255 Climatronic
control unit

Burner

J364 auxiliary
heater unit

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STARTING UP STATIONARY HEATING In order to activate the stationary heating with the
remote control, the remote sends a signal to the R11
The start-up requirements are:
roof aerial. The aerial resends the signal to the R149
// Exterior temperature below 5C. Once the heating
radio frequency receiver for auxiliary water heating,
has been started up, it will remain on provided
located under the trim of the right side of the boot.
that the exterior temperature does not surpass
12C. Finally, this receiver informs the J255 Climatronic
// Fuel range above the reserve. control unit of the heating activation request.
// Optimal battery charge management.
// Memory free of incidents or faults in the J364
heating control unit.
// Beginning of start-up
The stationary heating is started up from the J255
Climatronic control unit in communication with the
J364 auxiliary heater unit, located on the right side of
the engine compartment.

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STATIONARY HEATING

Fuel tank

Stationary heating fuel

supply pipe

V54 metering pump

Fuel burner

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FUEL CIRCUIT
The stationary heating has a fuel burner fixed to the
body by means of a support on the right side of the
engine compartment.
The fuel burner is managed by the J364 auxiliary heater
unit, integrated in the assembly.
The burner heats the coolant that comes from the
vehicle interiors heating microcircuit.
The fuel used by the burner comes from the fuel tank
and is pumped through the V54 metering Pump,
located next to the tank.

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 Example for 2.0 L TDi 140 kW engine

Heating heat exchanger

Expansion
tank

Radiator for
exhaust gas cooling

Turbocharger

V488 backup pump

for heating

Stationary V55 circulation

heating pump

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COOLING CIRCUIT If the engine temperature is too low and heating is

requested using the temperature selector on the
The stationary heating heats the water of the cooling
Climatronic controls, the stationary heating activates
circuit for interior heating of vehicles with a diesel or
automatically to consolidate heating of the vehicle
petrol engine.
interior.
The V55 circulation pump pumps the coolant into the
interior heating microcircuit and is managed directly by
the J364 auxiliary heater control unit.

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STATIONARY HEATING

THERMO TOP V
Coolant outlet Coolant inlet

Combustion air Q8 glow plug with

blower wheel flame control

Venturi nozzle

G18 temperature sensor (NTC)

J364 auxiliary heater Combustion

control unit chamber

Combustion air inlet Fuel inlet

Exhaust gas outlet

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 TYPES OF BURNER
The stationary heating burners are made by Webasto
G189 (PTC) overheating sensor
and deliver a maximum power of up to 5,000 W. There
are two types, depending on the fuel used:
// Thermo Top V. (Petrol)
// Thermo Top Vlies. (Diesel)
// Thermo Top V
Heat exchanger inner wall The heating receives fuel through the fuel inlet. The
fuel inlet reaches the Venturi nozzle.
The air required for combustion is taken in through the
V6 combustion air blower.
Part of the intake air is channelled directly to the
Coolant Venturi nozzle. The air drags the fuel with it, which
is sprayed. The mixture is then transferred to the
combustion chamber, where the Q8 glow plug with
flame control ignites the mixture.
The second part of the intake air is led directly to the
Heat exchanger outer wall
combustion chamber to help in the combustion of the
mixture.
The coolant enters the dual-wall heat exchanger
through the coolant inlet sleeve. The coolant absorbs
the heat generated by the combustion of the mixture
through the inner wall of the heat exchanger.
THERMO TOP Vlies The heated coolant accesses the coolant circuit
through the coolant outlet sleeve.
Combustion chamber // Thermo Top Vlies
This type of heating for diesel combustion is an
evolution of the above-mentioned Thermal Top V.
The main differences are found in the combustion
chamber:
// New metal felt where the fuel is absorbed and
then evaporates.
// New air inlet designed to optimise the mixture.

Metal felt Combustion air inlets

openings

Q8 glow plug with

flame control

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J364 auxiliary heater V55 (+) circulation pump

control unit V55 (-) circulation pump

V6 combustion air blower

Heating LIN-Bus
Infotainment CAN BUS (Low)
Infotainment CAN BUS (High)
V54 (+) metering pump
V54 (-) metering pump

Terminal 30 (+)
Terminal 31 (-)

Q8 (+) glow plug with flame control

Q8 (-) glow plug with flame control

G189 (-) overheating sensor

G18 (-) temperature sensor
G189 (+) overheating sensor
G18 (+) temperature sensor

V55 circulation pump Not used

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J364 AUXILIARY HEATER CONTROL UNIT // Post-operation phase

The J364 auxiliary heater control unit manages the
systems operating phases:
// Start-up phase
In the start-up phase, the Q8 glow plug with flame
control is excited to initiate the combustion of the air
and fuel mixture.
Once the combustion process stabilises, the glow plug
is disconnected.
// Heating phase
In the heating phase, combustion management
continues in order to keep the coolant temperature
between 84C and 88C. The system is deactivated if
the temperature reaches 110C.
In this phase, the V55 circulation pump continues to
operate and the V54 metering pump is disconnected.
The post-operation phase is divided into two stages:
// Burning residue. The V6 combustion air blower
stops operating and the glow plug is excited.
// Cooling. In this stage, the V6 combustion air
turbine starts up again.
The reference value for the Q8 glow plug with flame
control resistance is recalculated by the control unit at
regular intervals during the start-up and post-operation
phases, in order to monitor the effects of its ageing.

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G18 temperature sensor

J364 auxiliary heater

control unit

V6 combustion air
blower

G189 overheating sensor

Infotainment CAN-bus
Q8 glow plug with flame
control

R149 radio frequency

receiver for heating

Heating
LIN-Bus

V55 circulation pump

R11 roof
J533 Data bus
aerial
diagnostic interface

V54 metering pump

Stationary heating
remote control

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STATIONARY HEATING

WARNING LAMP COLOURS

Control lamp

Off button

Activation button

Stationary heating remote control

CHANGING THE BATTERY

Rear cover removal point Location of rear battery

cover removal point

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REMOTE CONTROL WARNING LAMP Depending on the activation sequence of the remote
control warning lamp, the system may be diagnosed
When the stationary heating is activated and
according to the table on the following page.
deactivated, the flashing warning lamp (LED) indicates
the following information: CHANGING THE BATTERY
// Stationary heating activation or deactivation If the radio frequency remote control warning lamp
status. displays a low or empty battery charge, the battery
// Battery charge level. should be changed.
// Radio frequency connection status.
In order to recognise and distinguish between
information, the warning lamp lights up with different
colours, times and frequency (flashing codes).

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WARNING LAMP FLASHING CODES AFTER THE ON/OFF Meaning

BUTTON IS PRESSED
Button

Activation and Remote Radio

Warning lamp indication deactivation control frequency
status battery connection

Lights up green for 2 seconds.

ON It has been OK OK
activated

Slowly flashes green for 2 seconds. It remains

ON deactivated. OK Not OK
See (1)

Quickly flashes green for 2 seconds. It remains

ON deactivated. OK OK
See (2)

Lights up orange for 2 seconds and then changes to green.

ON It has been Low OK
activated

Lights up orange for 2 seconds and then flashes green slowly.

ON It remains Low Not OK
deactivated

Lights up orange for 2 seconds and then flashes green quickly. It remains
ON deactivated. Low OK
See (2)

Quickly flashes orange for 5 seconds.

ON It remains
Empty Not OK
deactivated

Lights up orange for 2 seconds and then red.

OFF It has been
Low OK
activated

Lights up orange for 2 seconds and then flashes red slowly.

OFF It remains
Low Not OK
activated

Quickly flashes orange for 5 seconds.

OFF It remains
Empty Not OK
activated

Slowly flashes red for 2 seconds. It remains

OFF activated. OK Not OK
See (1)

Lights up red for 2 seconds.

It has been
OFF OK OK
deactivated

1) The radio frequency remote control is outside the area of coverage.

2) The heating is locked. Possible reasons: The fuel tank is almost empty, the battery charge is too low or there is an
operating fault.
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SERVICE

VAS 581001

VAS 581003

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