Seat Toledo 2015 - Ignition Lock; Starting the Engine

Driving
Note
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The engine can only be started with the
original SEAT key.
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Loud running noises may be heard briefly
after cold-starting the engine. This is normal
and is no cause for concern.
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After the engine has been stopped and the
ignition switched off, the radiator fan may
continue running for around 10 minutes.
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If the engine still does not start after a sec-
ond attempt, the fuel pump fuse might have
blown. Check it and replace if necessary
››› page 163 or contact your Specialised
Serv
ice.
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You should always engage the steering lock
when you exit the vehicle. This will hinder
any attempts at theft.
Power steering
The power steering allows you to turn the
steering wheel more easily.
If the power steering fails or the engine is off
(towing), it is still possible to turn the vehi-
cle's steering wheel fully. However, you need
more strength to steer the vehicle.
Start-up lock security system
(immobiliser)
There is an electronic chip in the key. The
electronic immobiliser is deactivated when
the key is inserted into the ignition. The elec-
tronic immobiliser is automatically activated
when the key is removed from the ignition.
The engine will not start if an unauthorised
key is used.
The informative display indicates:
Immobiliser active!
Ignition lock
Fig. 89 Ignition key positions.
Petrol engines
1
– Ignition switched off, engine stopped,
steering can be locked
2
– Ignition switched on
3
– Starting
Diesel engines
1
– Fuel supply stopped, ignition switched
off, engine stopped, steering can be locked
2
– Engine pre-heating, ignition switched
on
3
– Starting
To engage the
Steering lock without the key
in the ignition, t
urn the s
teering wheel slight-
ly until you hear it engage.
If the steering lock is engaged and it is diffi-
cult or impossible to turn the key to position
2
, release the lock by turning the steering
wheel slightly in both directions.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with a diesel engine are equipped
with a glow plug system. When you switch on
the ignition, the glow plug warning lamp 
will light up. The engine can be started
straight away when the lamp switches off.
Do not connect electrical appliances during
preheating so as not the drain the vehicle
battery unnecessarily.
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