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31GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
DRIVING MIRROR
This mirror can be adjusted by
means of lever A-fig. 30:
1)anti-dazzle position;
2)normal position.
Mirror slant can be adjusted in either
positions.
The mirror is also fitted with a safety
device that releases the mirror in the
event of an impact.
fig. 30
P4Q00010
fig. 29
P4Q00007
ACCESSING THE REAR
SEATS
The rear seats can comfortably be
accessed from both sides.
Pull lever C-fig. 29upwards to tilt
the seat forward.
Once you have let go of the lever,
check that the seat is firmly locked in
the runners by trying to move it back
and forth. DOOR MIRRORS
Manual adjustment
From inside the car, turn knob
B-fig. 31.
fig. 31
P4Q00032
If the mirror A makes it
difficult to get through
narrow gaps, fold it from
position 1 to position 2.
An optional additional door mirror
which can also be adjusted from inside
the car on the other side is available.
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43GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
SUN VISORS fig. 55
These are positioned to the sides of
the rear-view mirror. They can swing
up or down or be pivoted sideways.
On the back of the drivers sun visor
there is a document pocket, while the
passenger sun visor is fitted with a
vanity mirror.
fig. 55
P4Q00060
SUNROOF
ELECTRICAL
Opening and closing the canvas
top
Do not attempt to open
the roof if there is ice or
snow on it as this may
damage the top.
The car can be equipped with an op-
tional electrically operated canvas top:
– A-fig. 56 top closed
– B-fig. 57 top open.Press the button as follows to open
the top:
– on the front side A-fig. 58to
close the top;
– on the rear side Bto open the
top.
fig. 56
P4Q00063
fig. 57
P4Q00064
fig. 58
P4Q00023
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77DRIVING YOUR CAR
TOWING
A TRAILER
IMPORTANTThe car must be fit-
ted with a homologated tow hitch and
suitable electrical system for towing a
caravan or trailer.
Installation must be carried out by
skilled personnel who will provide
specific documentation for authoris-
ing use on roads.
Fit special wing mirrors in accor-
dance with the highway code.
Remember that towing a trailer
makes it harder for the car to climb
the maximum gradients specified.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill rather than constantly brak-
ing.
The weight that the trailer exerts on
the car tow hitch coupling reduces the
car carrying capacity by the same
amount. To ensure you do not exceed the
maximum towable weight (indicated
in the log book) you have to take into
account the trailer’s weight fully laden
including the accessories and personal
luggage.
Respect the speed limits enforced in
the country where you are towing the
trailer.TOW HITCH INSTALLATION
The tow hitch must be fixed to the
body by an expert in accordance with
the following instructions and re-
specting the additional and/or integra-
tive information provided by the tow
hitch manufacturer. The tow hitch to
be fitted must comply with the cur-
rent regulations in force with refer-
ence to Directive 94/20/EEC and
amendments. Use a tow hitch suited
for the maximum towable load of the
car version on which the tow hitch is
to be fitted.
Use a unified coupling for the elec-
trical connections. The coupling is
generally fitted on a specific mount
fastened to the tow hitch. The ABS system, if fit-
ted on the car, does not
control the trailer brak-
ing system. Therefore be extra
careful on slippery surfaces.
Under no circumstances
modify the car braking
system for trailer braking
control. The trailer’s braking sys-
tem must be completely inde-
pendent of the car’s hydraulic
system.
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131TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Length mm
Width mm
Empty standing height mm
Projection front mm
rear mm
Wheelbase mm
Front track front mm
rear mm
Unladen boot volume
(V.D.A. standards): dm3
PERFORMANCE
Top permissible speed after running:
150 km/h.
S - Active
3337
1508
1420
637
500
2200
1277
1270
170 (*)Van
3337
1508
1440
637
500
2200
1275
1268
810
DIMENSIONS
Minor differences in dimensions may occur according to rims and/or versions.
(*) Extending with load: - in line with windows 440 dm3
- to the roof 810 dm3
(requiring the use of two external rearview mirrors)
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139INDEX
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 92
– controls .................................. 37
– flashing .................................... 38
Manual climate control system
– climate control (cooling) .... 36
– controls .................................. 35
– maintenance .......................... 36
Milometer .................................... 21
Number plate lights .............. 95
On board instruments ........... 21
Paint ........................................... 121
Performance ............................... 131
Personalized adjustments ......... 29
Pretensioners .............................. 10
Protecting devices that reduce
emissions ................................... 76
Raising the vehicle .................. 102
Rear fog lamps
– bulb replacement ................ 95
– on/off button ......................... 40Rear screen washer
– controls .................................. 39
– fluid level ................................ 112
Rear view mirrors
– exterior .................................. 31
– interior ................................... 31
Rearscreen wiper
– blades ...................................... 118
– controls .................................. 39
– jets ........................................... 120
Restricting management
expenses .................................... 73
Reversing lights ........................... 95
Roof rack/ski rack ...................... 52
Rubber hoses ............................. 118
Seat belts
– general information ............ 11
– maintenance .......................... 12
– pretensioners ........................ 10
– transporting children
safely ....................................... 13
– usage ....................................... 7
Seats
– access to rear seats ............. 31– backrest adjustment ............ 30
– children (transporting) ....... 13
– cleaning ................................... 123
– lengthwise adjustment ........ 29
Side lights
– controls .................................. 37
– front bulb replacement ..... 93
– rear bulb replacement ....... 95
Signals for correct driving ........ 5
Snow chains ............................... 81
Spark plugs .................................. 126
Speedometer .............................. 21
Starting the engine
– emergency starting .............. 71-83
– ignition switch ....................... 18
– jump starting .................. 84-101
– procedure for starting ........ 70
– to switch off the engine ...... 71
– warming up the engine
once started .......................... 70
Steering ................................. 61-129
Steering lock ............................... 18-72
Steering wheel levers
– left lever ................................. 37
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