2021-2023 Seat Alhambra Lightning

From 2021 to 2023, in the world of the Seat Alhambra, lighting is both a practical need and a design feature, bringing together new ideas and usefulness. The Alhambra has a wide range of lighting options, from its headlights to the mood lighting inside. Each of these options contributes to a better driving experience. LED lamps light up the road ahead, making it easier to see and saving energy at the same time. Daytime running lights not only make a car look better, but they also make it easier for other drivers to see. Inside the cabin, the interior and ambient lighting can be changed to make it more unique and fit the mood of the person inside. Also, the lighting system has an effect on safety because it includes turn signals, brake lights, and fog lights that work together to show plans and make the driver more aware of the road. As the Alhambra’s lighting ecosystem keeps getting better, it shows how well cutting-edge technology and thoughtful design can work together. This makes the car look better and gives the driver more trust.

Lights Vehicle lighting

Control lamps

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• Driving light totally or partially faulty.
• Fault in the cornering light .

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• Fault in the cornering light system.
• Contact a specialized workshop.

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• The rear fog light switched.

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• Front fog lights switched.

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• Left or right turn signal.
• The control lamp flashes twice as fast when a vehicle or trailer turn signal is faulty. If necessary, check the vehicle and trailer lighting.
• Hazard warning lights.

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• Main beam on or flasher.

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• The Light Assist system is on.

Several warning and control lamps light up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on, signalling that the function is being verified. They will switch off after a few seconds.

WARNING
Observe the safety warnings ››› in Control and warning lamps.

Headlight switch

Fig. 114 Dash panel: lights control.

• Turn the switch to the required position ››› Fig. 114.

• Sym- bol	Ignition switch- ed off	Ignition is switched on
  	Fog lights, dipped beam and side lights off.	Light off or day- time driving light on.
  AUTO	The “Coming home” and “Leaving home” guide lights may be switched on.	Automatic control of dipped beam and daytime run- ning light.
  	Side light on.
  	Dipped beam off; if necessary, the side light comes on for a time.	Dipped beam switched on.

  The driver is personally responsible for the correct use and adjustment of the lights in all situations. Automatic dipped beam headlight control AUTO The automatic dipped beam control is merely intended as an aid and is not able to recognise all driving situations. When the light switch is in position AUTO, the vehicle lights and the instrument panel and switch lighting switch on automatically in the following situations ››› :

• The photo sensor detects darkness, for example, when driving through a tunnel. They switch off when adequate lighting is detected.
• The rain sensor detects rain and activates the wipers. They switch off when the wipers have not been activated for a few minutes.

Daytime running lights
The daytime running lights consist of individual lights, integrated in the front headlights. These lights come on when the daytime running lights are switched on. On vehicles equipped with LED tail lights, the rear side light is switched on as well ››› . The daytime running lights turn on every time the ignition is switched on, if the switch is in position or AUTO, according to the level of exterior lighting When the light switch is in position AUTO, a light sensor automatically switches dipped beam on and off (including the control and instrument lighting) or the daytime running lights depending on the level of exterior lighting.
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.

• When the parking light.
• When the light switch is in position .

WARNING

• If the road is not well lit and other road users cannot see the vehicle well enough or at all, accidents may occur.
• The automatic dipped beam control ( AUTO) only switches on the dipped beam when there are changes in light conditions but not, for example, when it is foggy.

WARNING
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.

• Always use your dipped beam head lights if it is raining or if visibility is poor.
• Never drive with daytime lights if the road is not well lit due to weather or lighting conditions.
• On vehicles with rear lights with bulbs, when activating the daytime running lightthe rear lights are not switched on. A vehicle 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.

WARNING
If the headlights are set too high and not used correctly, there is a risk of dazzling or distracting other road users. This could result in a serious accident.

• Always make sure that the headlights are correctly adjusted.

Note

• The legal requirements regarding the use of vehicle lights in each country must be observed.
• The dipped beam headlights will only work with the ignition on. The side lights come on automatically when the ignition is turned off.

Fog lights

Fig. 115 Dash panel: lights control.

The warning lamps also show, on the  light switch or instrument panel, when the front fog lights are on.

• Turning on the front fog lights pull the light switch out from its first click position ››› Fig. 115 1 , from positions ,  or .
• Turning on the rear fog light : pull the light switch fully out 2 from position AUTO.
• To switch off the fog lights, press the light switch or turn it to position .

Note
The rear fog light can dazzle drivers behind you. You should use the rear fog light only when visibility is very poor.
Turn signal and main beam lever

Fig. 116 Turn signal and main beam lever.

More the lever to the required position:

• Right turn light or right-hand parking light (ignition switched off).
• 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. Control lamp lit up.

Push the lever all the way down to turn off the corresponding function.
Convenience turn signals
When the ignition is switched on, move the lever as far as possible upwards or downwards and release the lever. The turn signal will flash three times. The convenience turn signals can be activated and deactivated from the Settings > Lights & Visibility menu on the instrument panel screen. In vehicles that do not have the corresponding menu, this function can be deactivated in a specialised workshop.
Parking light
The parking lights will only work with the ignition off. If said light is on, an audible warning will sound while the driver door is open.

• Switch the ignition off.
• Move the turn signal lever up or down.

When the parking light is switched on, the front side light and the tail light on the corresponding side of the vehicle turn on.

WARNING
Improper or lack of use of the turn signals, or forgetting to deactivate them can confuse other road users. This could result in a serious accident.

• Always give warning when you are going to change lane, overtake or when turning, activating the turn signal in good time.
• As soon as you have finished changing lane, overtaking or turning, switch the turn signal off.

WARNING
Incorrect use of the headlights may cause accidents and serious injury, as the main beam may distract or dazzle other drivers.
Note

• If the turn signal lever is left on after the key has been taken out of the ignition lock, an acoustic signal sounds when the driver door is opened. This is intended as a reminder to switch off the turn signal, unless you wish to leave the parking light on.
• If the convenience turn signals are operating (three flashes) and the other convenience turn signals are switched on, the active part stops flashing and only flashes once in the new part selected.
• The turn signal only works when the ignition is switched on. The hazard warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off.
• If a turn signal on the vehicle or trailer is faulty, the warning lamp flashes twice as fast as usual.
• The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the dipped beam headlights are already on.
• In cold or damp weather conditions, the 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.
• The parking light does not activate automatically if the left- or right-hand turn signal is left on and the ignition is disconnected.

Main beam assist (Light Assist)
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 about 30 km/h (18 mph) ››› . When the system is activated and the camera detects other vehicles that may be dazzled, the main beam is automatically switched off. Otherwise, the main beam is automatically switched on. The main beam assist generally detects illuminated areas and deactivates the main beam when passing through a town, for example.

Switching the main beam assist on

• Turn on the ignition and turn the light switch to the position AUTO ››› Fig. 114.
• From the base position, press the turn signal and main beam headlights lever forwards ››› Fig. 116 3
• When the main beam assist is switched on, the control lamp on the instrument cluster screen turns on.

Switching the main beam assist off

• Turn the light switch to a position other than AUTO ››› Fig. 114.
• EITHER: if light assist is on, pull the turn signal light and main beam headlights lever backward ››› Fig. 116 4 .
• 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.

System limitations
In the following cases, the main beam headlight must be switched off manually because the main beam assist will not disconnect it on time or disconnect it at all:

• On roads with insufficient lighting with very reflective signs
• If road users are insufficiently lit up, e.g. pedestrians or cyclists.
• On closed curves, when the traffic in the opposite direction is partially hidden, on pronounced slopes or inclinations.
• On roads with traffic in the opposite direction and with a central reservation barrier where the driver can see over it e.g. lorry drivers.
• In the event of fog, snow or heavy rain
• In the event of dust or sand storms
• If the windscreen is damaged in the camera’s field of vision.
• If the camera’s field of vision is misted up, dirty or covered by a sticker, snow or ice.
• If the camera is damaged or if the power supply has been cut off.

WARNING
The convenience features of the main beam assist should not encourage the taking of risks. The system is not a replacement for driver concentration.

• You are always in control of the main beam and adapting it to the light, visibility and traffic conditions.
• It is possible that the main beam headlight control does not recognise all driving situations and is limited under certain circumstances.
• When the field of vision of the camera is 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.

CAUTION
To avoid affecting the operation of the system, take the following points into consideration:

• Clean the field of vision of the camera regularly and make sure it is free of snow and ice.
• Do not cover the field of vision of the camera.
• Check that the windscreen is not damaged in the area of the field of vision of the camera.

Note

• The headlight flasher can be turned on and off manually at any time with the turn signal and main beam lever.
• If there are objects that radiate light in the camera’s area of influence, e.g. a portable navigation system, this may affect the operation of the main beam assist system.

Cornering lights
Dynamic cornering lights (AFS) The adaptive headlights only operate when the dipped beam is on and at speeds of over 10 km/h (6 mph). On bends, the adaptive headlights automatically improve lighting on the road ahead. The adaptive cornering lights can be activated or deactivated from the infotainment system.
Static cornering lights
When turning slowly to change direction or going round a tight bend, the static cornering lights automatically come on. The static cornering lights only work at speeds of less than 40 km/h (25 mph). The static cornering lights may be incorporated into the fog lights or the front headlights, depending upon the equipment.

“Coming home” and “Leaving home” function
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 license plate light come on.The “Coming home” function should be switched on manually. However the “Leaving home” function is automatically controlled by a photo sensor. The duration of the headlight turn off delay can be set in the Settings > Lights and Visibility menu, and the function can be activated or deactivated.

Activating the “Coming Home” function

• Switch the ignition off.
• Activate the headlight flashers for approximately 1 second.

When the driver door is opened, the “Coming Home” lighting comes on. The delay in switching off the headlights is counted from when the last door or boot hatch is closed.
The “Coming Home” lighting turns off in the following cases:

• Automatically, once the headlight turn off delay has elapsed.
• Automatically, when a vehicle door or the rear lid is still open 30 seconds after starting the engine.
• When the rotary light switch is turned to position .
• With the ignition is switched on.

Activating the “Leaving Home” function

• Unlock the vehicle using the remote control.
• The “Leaving Home” function is only activated when the light switch is in position AUTO and the light sensor detects darkness.

The “Leaving Home” lighting switches off in the following cases:

• Automatically, when the “Leaving Home” delay period ends (default 30 sec).
• When the vehicle is locked using the remote control.
• When the light switch is turned to position  .
• With the ignition is switched on.

Lighting around the exterior mirrors
The lighting around the exterior mirrors illuminates the door area on entering and leaving the vehicles. It comes on when the vehicle is unlocked, when the vehicle door is opened and when the “Coming home” or “Leaving home” function is switched on. If the equipment includes the light sensor, the lighting around the exterior mirrors only comes when it is dark.
Note
To activate the “Coming Home” and “Leaving Home” function, the rotary light switch must be in position AUTO and the light sensor must detect darkness.

Hazard warning lights

Fig. 117 Dash panel: hazard warning lights switch
The hazard warning lights are used to draw the attention of other road users to your vehicle in emergencies.
If your vehicle is stationary:

1. Park the vehicle at a safe distance from road traffic.
2. Press the button to switch on the hazard warning lights ›››.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Apply the electronic parking brake.
5. For a manual gearbox, engage 1st gear; for an automatic gearbox, move the gear lever to P.
6. Use the warning triangle to indicate the position of your vehicle so that it does not pose a hazard to other road users.
7. Always carry the key with you when leaving the vehicle.

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.
Emergency braking warning
If the vehicle brakes suddenly and continuously 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.

WARNING

• The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Always use the hazardwarning lights and a warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users to your stationary vehicle.
• Due to the high temperatures that the catalytic converter can reach, never parkin an area where the catalytic converter could come into contact with highly inflammable materials, for example dry grass or spilt petrol. This could start a fire.

Note

• The battery will run down if the hazard warning lights are left on for a long time, even if the ignition is switched off.
• The use of the hazard warning lights described here is subject to the relevant statutory requirements.

Headlight range control

Fig. 118 Next to the steering wheel: headlight range control.
The headlight range control ››› Fig. 118 is modified according to the value of the headlight beam and the vehicle load status. This offers the driver optimum visibility and the headlights do not dazzle oncoming drivers ››› . The headlights can only be adjusted when the dipped beam is switched on. To reset, turn switch ››› Fig. 118:

Value	Vehicle load status a)
–	Two front occupants, luggage compartment empty
1	All seats occupied, luggage compartment empty

Value	Vehicle load status a)
2	All seats are occupied, luggage compartment is full. With trailer and minimum drawbar load.
3	Driver only, luggage compartment full With trailer and maximum drawbar load.

• a) If the vehicle load does not correspond to those shown in the table, it is possible to select intermediary positions.

Dynamic headlight range control
The control is not mounted in vehicles with dynamic headlight range control. The headlight range is automatically adjusted according to the vehicle load status when they are switched on.

WARNING
Heavy objects in the vehicle may mean that the headlights dazzle and distract other drivers. This could result in a serious accident.

• Adjust the light beam to the vehicle load status so that it does not blind other drivers.
  Stick stickers on the headlights or adapt them
• In those countries where vehicles drive on the other side of the road to the home country, the asymmetric dipped beam may dazzle drivers of oncoming vehicles. The direction of the headlights can be adjusted from the instrument cluster, in the Tourist light sub-menu of the menu Configuration>  Lights and visibility.  For those vehicles in which it is not possible toadjust the headlights from the menu, adhesive strips are used to cover certain parts of the headlamp cover or the headlights may be adjusted at a specialised workshop. For further information, please refer to a specialised workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a technical service.
• Note
  Use of the Tourist light option and the adhesives on the headlights is only allowed if they are to be used for a short period of time. To modify the direction of the headlights permanently, please take the vehicle to a specialised workshop. SEAT recommends visiting a technical service centre.
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• Interior lights

• Instrument and switch lighting
• Fig. 119 Next to the steering wheel: instrument and switch lighting adjuster
  Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, the intensity of the lighting of the instruments and controls can be infinitely adjusted by turning the regulator while the lights are on ››› Fig. 119.
  Interior and reading lights

  Knob	Function
  	Turns off the interior lights.
  	Turning the interior lights on or off.

  Knob	Function
  	The interior lights come on automati- cally when you unlock the vehicle, open a door or remove the key from the ignition. The light goes out a few seconds after closing all the doors, when locking the vehicle or connecting the ignition.
  	Turning the reading light on and off

  Glove compartment and luggage compartment lighting
  When opening and closing the glove compartment on the front passenger side and the rear lid, the respective light will automatically switch on and off.
  Background lighting
  The background lighting in the front covering of the ceiling lights up the controls on the centre console from above when the side light or dipped beam lights are on. In addition, the lever on the door moulding can also be illuminated.

• Note
  The reading lights switch off when the vehicle is locked using a key or after several minutes if the key is removed from the ignition. This prevents the battery from discharging.

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