Seat Ateca 2016 - Safety

Safety
Safety
Saf
e driv
ing
Safety first!
WARNING
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This
manual contains important informa-
tion about the operation of the vehicle, both
for the driver and the passengers. The other
sections of the on-board documentation also
contain further information that you should
be aware of for your own safety and for the
safety of your passengers.
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Ensure that the on-board documentation is
kept in the vehicle at all times. This is espe-
cially important when lending or selling the
vehicle to another person.
Advice about driving
B
ef
ore starting every trip
For your own safety and the safety of your
p
a
ssengers, always note the following points
before every trip:
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Make sure that the vehicle's lights and turn
signals are working properly.
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Check tyre pressure.
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Ensure that all windows provide a clear and
good view of the surroundings.
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Make sure all luggage is secured
››› page 149.
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Make sure that no objects can interfere
with the pedals.
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Adjust front seat, head restraint and mir-
rors properly according to your size.
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Ensure that the passengers in the rear
seats always have the head restraints in
the in-use position ››› page 66.
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Instruct passengers to adjust the head re-
straints according to their height.
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Protect children with appropriate child
seats and properly applied seat belts
››› page 79.
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Assume the correct sitting position. Instruct
your passengers also to assume a proper
sitting position. ››› page 63.
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Fasten your seat belt securely. Instruct your
passengers also to fasten their seat belts
properly. ››› page 68.
What affects driving safety?
As a driver, you are responsible for yourself
and
y
our passengers. When your concentra-
tion or driving safety is affected by any cir-
cumstance, you endanger yourself as well as
others on the road ›››
, for this reason:
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Always pay attention to traffic and do not
g
et
distracted by passengers or telephone
calls.
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Never drive when your driving ability is im-
paired (e.g. by medication, alcohol, drugs).
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Observe traffic laws and speed limits.
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Always reduce your speed as appropriate
for road, traffic and weather conditions.
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When travelling long distances, take
breaks regularly - at least every two hours.
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If possible, avoid driving when you are tired
or stressed.
WARNING
When driving safety is impaired during a trip,
the risk
of injury and accidents increases.
Safety equipment
Never put your safety or the safety of your
p
a
ssengers in danger. In the event of an acci-
dent, the safety equipment may reduce the
risk of injury. The following list includes most
of the safety equipment in your SEAT:
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Three-point seat belts
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belt tension limiters for the front and rear
side seats,
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