2006 FIAT MULTIPLA lock

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ABS SYSTEM (where provided)
If this is the first car with ABS you drive, get familiar
with it by some preliminary “driving tests” on poor
grip roadbeds, obviously under safety conditions and in
compliance with the traffic regulations of the Country
you are driving in. Read carefully the following
instructions.
ABS is an integral part of the brake system that
prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes
the most of road grip and gives the best control when
emergency braking under difficult road conditions.
System is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution), which distributes the braking action
between front and rear wheels.IMPORTANT To have the maximum efficiency of the
braking system, it is necessary a setting period of
about 500 km: during this period, it is better to avoid
sharp, repeated and prolonged brakes.
ABS INTERVENTION
You can tell when the ABS is working by slight
throbbing of the brake pedal and the noise it makes:
slow down to match your speed to the road grip.
ABS exploits the available road grip as fully as possible, but it cannot increase it;
therefore prudence is always necessary on slippery surfaces: do not take
unnecessary risks.WARNING
When the ABS cuts in, and you feel the brake pedal pulsating, do not remove your
foot, but keep it pressed; in doing so you will stop in the shortest amount of space
possible under the current road conditions. WARNING
If the ABS system cuts in it is a sign that the grip between the tyre and the road
surface has reached the limit: slow down to match your speed to the road grip.WARNING

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FAILURE WARNINGS
ABS failure
It is indicated by the instrument panel warning light
>coming on
together with the message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
(see section “Warning lights and messages”).
In this case the braking system will still be effective, although without the
anti-lock device. Drive carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have
the system checked.
EBD failure
It is indicated by the instrument panel warning lights
>and xcoming
on together with the message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
(see section “Warning lights and messages”).
In this case with sharp braking the rear wheels might lock too early, with
the possibility of skidding. Drive extremely carefully to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
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WARNINGIf the low brake fluid warning light xcomes on together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display, stop the car immediately and contact the nearest
Fiat Dealership. Fluid leaks from the hydraulic system, in fact, can compromise the
braking system, both traditional systems and systems with ABS.

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FUEL FILLER CAP
the cap (B) is fitted with an antiloss device (C) which fastens it to the lid
(A) so it cannot be mislaid.
To open: hold the cap (B) still, turn the key anticlockwise, turn the cap by
about half a turn and remove it.
While refuelling, the cap can be placed directly on the flap (A) as shown
in the figure.
IMPORTANT The hermetic closure may cause a slight pressure build-up
in the tank, a slight hiss when opening the cap is quite normal.
To close: fit the cap (with the key) and turn it clockwise until you hear
one or more clicks; hold the cap still, turn the key clockwise then
remove it.
IMPORTANT If it becomes necessary to replace the cap, use only an
original spare, otherwise the vapour recovery system efficiency could
become reduced.
REFUELLING
To guarantee full tank filling, carry out two refuelling operations after the
first click of the fuel delivery gun. Avoid further topping up operations
that could cause damages to the fuel system.
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Do not put naked flames or lighted cigarettes near the fuel filler hole as there is a
danger of fire. Do not bend too close to the hole either so as not to breathe in
harmful vapours.WARNING
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SEAT BELTS
Fiat Multipla has a three-point seat belt on the centre seats too (front
and rear).
A special belt retainer (A), set on front passenger’s door post, allows to
lock the seat belt when the passenger is not wearing it.
Fit the belt into the retainer through its proper open side (B).
Fit the seat belt into the retainer when there are no passengers to
prevent maddening noises when driving.
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WARNINGAlways release the seat belt from the retainer before wearing it.

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HOW TO USE THE SEAT BELTS
(for front seats)
The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and rested against the
seat back.
To fasten the three belts, take the latching tongue (A) and clip it into the
buckle (B), until you hear it click.
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short stretch, then pull it out
again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button (C). Guide the seat belt with
your hand while it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.
Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to the body of the
passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of movement. When the car is
parked on a steep slope the reel mechanism may block; this is normal.
The reel mechanism prevents the webbing coming out when it is jerked
or if the car brakes sharply, in a collision or when cornering at high
speeds.
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WARNINGNever press button (C) when travelling.

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Centre seat belt
The belt has a double buckle. Slowly unwind the belt from its reel (A),
take the tongue (D) and insert it in slot (E), then place tongue (B) in slot
(C); make sure both buckles lock properly.
When there is no-one in the centre seat fold both belt sections and place
the buckles in the receptacle (A), inside the locking slots.
When refitting the seats take care not to reverse their positions: the
centre seat is easily distinguished by the table on the seat back.
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Remember that in the event of a violent collision, back seat passengers not
wearing seat belts also represent a serious danger for the front seat
passengers.WARNING

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SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Always adjust the height of the seat belt to fit the person wearing it. This
precaution could greatly reduce the risk of injury in case of collision.
Correct adjustment is obtained when the belt passes half way between
the end of the shoulder and the neck.
The seat belt can be adjusted to one of 4 different positions.
To raise the belt
Lift ring (A) to the required position.
To lower
Press knob (B), at the same time moving ring (A) down to the required
position.
Then check that the seat belt is locked by pushing down ring (A) without
pressing knob (B).
WARNINGMake the height adjustment when the car is stationary.
After adjustment, always check that the slider is anchored in one of the positions
provided. To do this, with the button released, exert a further pressure to allow the
anchor device to catch if release did not take place at one of the preset positions.WARNING

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PRETENSIONERS
To increase the efficiency of the front seat belts, Fiat Multipla is fitted
with pretensioners on all the three front seats.
Do not place objects under the centre seat as this could damage the
pretensioner system. These devices “feel” through a sensor, that a
violent crash is in progress and rewind the seat belts a few centimetres.
In this way they ensure that the seat belt adheres perfectly to the wearer
before the restraining action begins. The seat belt locks to indicate that
the device has intervened; the seat belt cannot be drawn back up even
when guiding it manually.
WARNINGThe pretensioner can only be used once. After a collision that has triggered it, have
it replaced at a Fiat Dealership. Pretensioner validity is indicated on the label in
the lower oddment compartment: the pretensioners should be replaced at a Fiat
Dealership as this date approaches.
Operations which lead to knocks, vibrations or localised heating (over 100°C for a maximum of 6
hours) in the area around the pretensioners may cause damage or trigger them. These devices are
not affected by vibrations caused by irregularities of the road surface or low obstacles such as kerbs,
etc. Contact a Fiat Dealership for any assistance.
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