Leon owner’s manual inglés 1P0012003ee (07. 11) (GT9) leon

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Checking and refilling levels
Changing the front windscreen wiper blades
If the windscreen wiper blades are in perfect condition, you
will benefit from an improved visibility. Damaged wiper
blades should be replaced immediately.
Fig. 148  Changing the
front wiper blades
Changing wiper blades can be done in both the rest and horizontal
positions. Ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen.
Changing the windscreen wiper blades
– Lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen.
– Press on the side tabs 
A
 and release the blade moving it in the
direction of the arrow 
1
 
⇒ fig. 148
.
Fitting the wiper blade
– Insert the tab 
2
 into the slot 
3
 of the blade 
⇒ fig. 148
.
– Move the blade towards the arm in the opposite direction of the
arrow 
1
,until it clicks into position 
⇒ fig. 148
.
– Push the wiper arms back against the windscreen.
If the 
windscreen wipers smear, they should be replaced if they are dam-
aged, or cleaned if they are soiled.
If this does not produce the desired results, the setting angle of the wind-
screen wiper arms might be incorrect. They should be checked by a special-
ised workshop and corrected if necessary.
WARNING_Before_opening_the_bonnet_to_check_the_brake_fluid_level,_read_and_ob-_serve_the_warnings_⇒_page_217.__Changing_the_brake_fluid'>WARNING_Do_not_drive_unless_you_have_good_visibility_through_all_windows!_●_Clean_the_windscreen_wiper_blades_and_all_windows_regularly._●'>WARNING
Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows!
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Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly.
●
The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year.
CAUTION
● Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers could scratch the windscreen.
● Never use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to
clean the windows. This could damage the windscreen wiper blades.
● Never move the windscreen wiper or windscreen wiper arm manually.
This could cause damage.
● Do not pull the windscreen wipers forward unless they are in the service
position. Otherwise the bonnet could be damaged.
Note
● The wiper arms can be moved to the service position only when the bon-
net is properly closed.
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Checking and refilling levels
Changing the rear wiper blade
A good rear wiper blade is essential for clear rear vision.
Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately.
Fig. 149  Removing rear
window wiper blade
Fig. 150  Fitting the rear
window wiper blade
Removing the wiper blade
– Lift the wiper arm away from the glass 
⇒ fig. 149
.
– Slide the blade adapter in the direction of the arrow and remove
the blade 
⇒ fig. 149
.
Fitting the wiper blade
– With one hand, hold the top end of the wiper arm.
– Place the blade as shown in the 
⇒ fig. 150
 and slide the adapt-
er along until it engages.
Check the condition of the wiper blade regularly. Change as required.
If the 
windscreen wiper scrapes, it should be replaced if damaged, or
cleaned if soiled.
If this is not sufficient, refer to a specialised workshop.
WARNING
Do not drive unless you have good visibility through all windows!
●
Clean the windscreen wiper blades and all windows regularly.
●
The wiper blades should be changed once or twice a year.
CAUTION
● A damaged or dirty window wiper could scratch the rear window.
● Never use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to
clean the window.
● Never move the windscreen wiper by hand. This could cause damage.
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Checking and refilling levels
Brake fluid
Checking the brake fluid level
The brake fluid is checked at the intervals given in the serv-
ice schedule.
Fig. 151  In the engine
compartment: Brake fluid
reservoir cover
– Read off the fluid level at the transparent brake fluid reservoir. It
should always be between the “MIN” and “MAX” marks.
The position of the brake fluid reservoir is shown in the corresponding en-
gine compartment illustration 
⇒ page 273. The brake fluid reservoir has a
black and yellow cap.
The brake fluid level drops slightly when the vehicle is being used as the
brake pads are automatically adjusted as they wear.
However, if the level goes down noticeably in a short time, or drops below
the “MIN” mark, there may be a leak in the brake system. A display on the
instrument panel will warn you if the brake fluid level is too low 
⇒ page 77.
WARNING
Before opening the bonnet to check the brake fluid level, read and ob-
serve the warnings 
⇒ page 217.
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Changing the brake fluid
The Maintenance Programme indicates the brake fluid
change intervals.
We recommend that you have the brake fluid changed by an Authorised
Service Centre.
Before opening the bonnet, please read and follow the warnings 
⇒   in
Safety instructions on working in the engine compartment on page 217 in
section “Safety notes for working in the engine compartment”.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. In the course of time, it will absorb water from
the ambient air. If the water content in the brake fluid is too high, the brake
system could corrode. This also considerably reduces the boiling point of
the brake fluid. Heavy use of the brakes may then cause a vapour lock
which could impair the braking effect.
It is important that you use only brake fluid compliant with US standard
FMVSS 116 DOT 4. We recommend the use of Genuine SEAT brake fluid.
WARNING
Brake fluid is poisonous. Old brake fluid impairs the braking effect.
●
Before opening the bonnet to check the brake fluid level, read and ob-
serve the warnings 
⇒ page 217.
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