2006 FIAT MULTIPLA child seat

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PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“ISOFIX TYPE” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Fiat Multipla is created preset for mounting the Isofix type child restraint
system, a new European standardised system for mounting child
restraints. Isofix type child restraint system is an additional option that
does not prevent from using traditional child restraint systems.
Isofix type child restraint system covers three groups: 0, 0+ and 1.
Due to its different anchoring system, the Isofix type child’s seat shall be
anchored just using the proper metal brackets set between rear seat back
and cushion, which can be identified by the slots (A).
It is possible to mount both the traditional restraint system and the Isofix
type one. Max. two Isofix type child’s seats can be installed on the rear
seat using the proper couplings. On the front passenger’s seat only
traditional child’s seats can be mounted.
Only adopt Isofix type child’s seats designed, tested and approved for Fiat
Multipla.
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WARNINGMount the child restraint system only with the car stationary. The Isofix type child
restraint system is properly anchored to the mounting brackets when clicks are
heard. In any case, keep to the installation instructions that must be provided by
the child restraint system’s Manufacturer.

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FITTING THE ISOFIX TYPE CHILD’S SEAT
Groups 0 and 0+
For children of the 0, 0+ weight group (babies up to 13 kg), the child’s
seat is facing backwards and the child is restrained by the child’s seat
belts (D).
For proper mounting proceed as follows:
❒move the seat where you want to install the child’s seat completely
forward and set the front seat with the back in touch with the child’s
seat profile;
❒check whether the release lever (B) is at rest position (inward);
❒find the presetting brackets (A), then position the child restraint
system with the fastening devices (C) aligned with the brackets;
❒push the child restraint system until hearing locking clicks;
❒check proper locking by moving the child’s seat with force: the built-in
safety mechanism actually inhibits improper coupling with only one
coupling locked.
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Group 1
As the child grows, passing to weight group 1 (9-18 kg), refit the child’s
seat facing forwards following the installation instructions.
For proper mounting proceed as follows:
❒move the seat where you want to install the child’s seat completely
backwards;
❒check whether the release lever (B) is at rest position (inward);
❒find the presetting brackets (A), then position the child restraint
system with the fastening devices (C) aligned with the brackets;
❒push the child restraint system until hearing locking clicks;
❒check proper locking by moving the child’s seat with force: the built-in
safety mechanism actually inhibits improper coupling with only one
coupling locked.
With this configuration, the child is secured also by the car seat belts and
by the upper belts. To apply car seat belts to child’s seat refer to the
child’s seat handbook.
Adjust the front seat position moving it to half forward position.
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Driver’s and passenger’s airbags have been designed and calibrated to
improve the protection of a person wearing seat belts.
At their maximum inflation, their volume fills most of the space between
the steering wheel and the driver and between the dashboard and the
passenger.
In minor front crashes (for which the restraining action of the seat belts
is sufficient), the airbags will not deploy. Also in this case it is of vital
importance to wear the seat belts since in case of front crash they
guarantee proper positioning of the car occupant.
DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion contained in a special recess in
the centre of the steering wheel.
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion contained in a special recess in
the dashboard; its volume is bigger than the driver’s one.
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WARNINGSERIOUS DANGER: The car is fitted with airbag on passenger’s side. Never place
cradle child’s seats on the front passenger seat of cars fitted with passenger’s
airbag since the airbag activation could cause serious injuries, even mortal. In the
case of need, always deactivate the passenger’s airbag when a child’s seat is placed
on the front seat. The front passenger seat shall be adjusted in the most backward
position to prevent any contact between child’s seat and dashboard. Even if not
compulsory by law, you are recommended to reactivate the airbag immediately as
soon as child transport is no longer necessary.

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MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF PASSENGER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
Should it be absolutely necessary to carry a child on the front seat, the
passenger’s airbag on the car can be deactivated.
Deactivation/reactivation takes place with ignition key at STOP and
operating it in the special key switch set in dashboard box on driver’s
side.
The key can be inserted and removed in both positions.
IMPORTANT Operate the switch only when the engine is not running
and the ignition key is removed.
The key-operated switch has two positions:
❒passenger’s front airbag activated (ON position
P): warning light F
on instrument cluster off; it is absolutely prohibited to carry a child on
the front seat.
❒passenger’s front airbag deactivated (OFF position
F): warning light
Fon instrument cluster on; it is possible to carry a child protected
by special restraint system on the front seat.
Warning light
Fon the cluster stays on permanently until the
passenger’s airbag is reactivated.
Deactivation of the passenger’s front airbag does not inhibit operation of
the side airbag.
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Do not hook rigid objects to the coat hooks and to the support handles.WARNING
The front air bag is triggered for shocks greater in magnitude than the
pretensioners. For impacts between these two thresholds, it is therefore normal
that only the pretensioners are triggered.WARNING
WARNINGWhen the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light F(with passenger’s
front air bag deactivation switch at ON) turns on and flashes for few seconds to
remind that passenger’s air bag will be deployed in a crash, after which it should
go off.
WARNINGNever wash seat backrests with pressurised water or steam (by hand or at
automatic seat washing stations).
WARNINGRemember that with the key engaged and at MAR, even if the engine is not
running, the air bags may be triggered on a stationary car if it is bumped by
another moving car. Therefore, never seat children on the front seat even when
the car is stationary. On the other hand remember that if the key is at STOP, no
safety system (air bags or pretensioners) is triggered in the event of an impact; in
this case, failure to come into action cannot be considered as a sign that the
system is not working properly.
WARNINGThe air bag does not substitute the seat belts, but only increases their
effectiveness. Moreover, since the front air bags do not come into operation in the
event of front impact at low speed, side collisions, bumps from behind or
overturning, in these circumstances the occupants would only be protected by the
seat belts which must therefore always be fastened.

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– hazard lights................................ 65
– heated rear window ................. 65
– rear fog lights ............................. 65
Consumption
– engine oil ..................................... 215
– fuel ................................................ 252
Current sockets .............................. 70
Dashboard ....................................... 5
Demisting/defrosting................ 51-53-55
– rear window ............................... 51-53
– windscreen and windows ..... 51-53
Diesel fuel filter ............................... 221
Differential ........................................ 238
Dimensions ....................................... 244
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ...................... 187
– control ......................................... 59
Direction indicators
– control ......................................... 60
– front bulb replacement ............ 188
– rear bulb replacement ............. 190
– side bulb replacement .............. 188
Doors
– child safety device ..................... 75
– opening/closing .......................... 74
Fiat Code (system) ........................ 8
FIX & GO automatic
(quick tyre repair kit) .................. 175
Fluids and lubricants ....................... 250
Front fog lights ................................. 65
– bulb replacement ..................... 187
– control ......................................... 65
Fuel
– consumption ............................. 252
– fuel cut-off switch .................... 66
– gauge ........................................... 18
Fuel filler cap .................................... 108
Fuses replacement .......................... 194
Gearbox
– type............................................... 238
– use ............................................... 142
Glove compartments/oddment trays
– driver's side ................................ 67
– passenger's side ........................ 67
– under seat .................................. 68
– under sun visors ........................ 68
Handbrake ....................................... 141
Hazard lights .................................... 65
Headlights.......................................... 88
– adjusting the headlight beam .. 88
Electric windows ............................ 76
– front ............................................. 76
– rear ............................................... 77
Electrically controlled sunroof ..... 72
– controls ....................................... 73
– roof closure safety system ...... 72
Electronic alarm............................... 11
– deactivation ................................ 13
– operation .................................... 11
– programming .............................. 12
– self-test ........................................ 12
– when alarm is triggered ........... 14
Engine
– identification code..................... 236
– marking ........................................ 235
– technical data ............................. 237
Engine codes ..................................... 236
Engine coolant level ........................ 216
Engine compartment (washing) .... 231
Engine oil
– checking level ............................. 214
– consumption............................... 215
– specifications .............................. 249
EOBD system ................................... 96
ESP (system) ..................................... 92

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Pretensioners ................................... 117
Protecting the environment.......... 109
Radio-frequency remote control 9
– description ................................. 9
– ministerial homologation......... 255
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement ..................... 190
– control ......................................... 65
Rear window shelf removal .......... 83
Rear window washer
– control ......................................... 62
– fluid level ..................................... 217
Rear window wiper
– blades ........................................... 227
– control ......................................... 62
– nozzle ........................................... 228
Rearview mirrors
– door mirrors .............................. 46
– driving mirror ............................ 46
Reconfigurable multifunction
display ............................................. 22
Remote control
(door locking/unlocking) ............. 9
Reversing light (replacement)....... 190
Rims and tyres ................................. 240– accessories.................................. 106
– aerial............................................. 103
– hands-free kit ............................. 104
– radio transmitters and
cellular telephones .................... 15
– speakers ...................................... 102
– standard equipment .................. 102
Spark plugs ........................................ 237
Speedometer .................................... 21
Starting the engine .......................... 137
– bump starting ............................. 167
– emergency starting ................... 165
– how to warm up the engine
after it has just started ............. 139
– ignition switch ............................ 15
– jump starting .............................. 166
– starting procedure
for diesel versions ..................... 138
– starting procedure
for petrol versions .................... 137
– stopping the engine................... 140
Steering .............................................. 239
Steering column lock ...................... 16
Steering column stalks
– left stalk ....................................... 61
– right stalk .................................... 59 Roof rack/ski rack ........................... 87
Rubber tubing................................... 226Seat belts.......................................... 112
– general instructions .................. 118
– how to keep the seat belts
always in efficient conditions ... 120
– load limiters .............................. 118
– pretensioners ............................. 117
– rear seat belts ........................... 114
– transporting children in safety.. 120
– type Isofix child restraint
system .......................................... 126
Seats ................................................... 41
– cleaning ........................................ 231
– front ............................................. 41
– moving ......................................... 81
– rear ............................................... 42
– removing ..................................... 84
Service Schedule .............................. 207
Side/taillights
– control ......................................... 59
– front bulb replacement ............ 189
– rear bulb replacement ............ 190
Snow chains ...................................... 150
Snow tyres ........................................ 149
Sound system ................................... 102