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fig. 101F0M0101m
fig. 100F0M0099mfig. 99F0M0221mfig. 102F0M0222m
REMOVING THE REAR
PARCEL SHELF
To remove the rear parcel shelf to extend
the boot: release the upper ends A-fig.
101by removing the eyelets from the pins,
release and turn the rear parcel shelf from
its seat and then release both pins fig. 102
from side seats.
Once removed, the rear parcel shelf can
be positioned between front seat back
rests and the folded cushion of the rear
seat fig. 100.CARGO BOX (where provided)
The cargo box, see fig. 104, is set in the
boot, it can be used to house items and
it enables to have a level loading surface.
IMPORTANT To place loads on the Car-
go box surface, keep the long bar in cen-
tral position. Max. admitted load is 50 kg. To return the rear seat back to its
original position fig. 99
Raise the seat backrests and push them
back until hearing the locking click of both
retainers.
Position seat belt buckles upwards and set
the cushion in the normal position of use.
IMPORTANT When the backrest is prop-
erly secured, the “red band” on levers
shall no longer be visible. The “red band”
actually indicates that the backrest is not
properly secured. Make sure the head re-
straints are properly positioned.
Make sure the backrest is properly se-
cured at both sides (red bands not visible)
to prevent it moves forward in the event
of sharp braking causing injuries to pas-
sengers.
fig. 103F0M0175m
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For safety reasons the bon-
net must be closed properly
to avoid its opening while the car is
travelling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch en-
gaged. Should you notice that the
catch is not perfectly engaged when
travelling, stop the car immediately
and close the bonnet.
WARNING
If the supporting rod is not
positioned correctly the bon-
net may fall violently.
WARNING
Carry out operations only
when the car is stationary.
WARNING
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK
3-door versions
Front couplings are set at points A-fig.
109.
Front couplings are set at points Bnear
the silk-screen printing (
O) on rear side
windows.
5-door versions
Front couplings are set at points A-fig.
109.
Rear couplings are set at points Band are
identified by a slot on the upper door
opening.IMPORTANT Strictly follow the installa-
tion instructions contained in the kit. In-
stallation hall be carried out by skilled per-
sonnel.
fig. 109F0M0102m
After travelling a few kilo-
metres, check that the cou-
pling fastening screws are tight.
WARNING
Strictly comply with current
law regulations concerning
max. overall dimensions.
Distribute the load evenly
and when driving, bear in
mind the increased sensitivity of the
car to side wind.
WARNING
Never exceed the permitted
weight (see section “Techni-
cal specifications”).
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HEADLIGHTS
ADJUSTING THE
HEADLIGHT BEAM
Proper adjustment of the headlight beams
is of vital importance for your safety and
comfort and also for the other road users.
To ensure you and other drivers have the
best visibility conditions when travelling
with the headlights on, the headlights must
be set properly. Contact Fiat Dealership
to have the headlights properly adjusted.HEADLIGHT AIMING DEVICE
It works with ignition key at MARand
dipped beams on. When the car is loaded,
it slopes backwards. This means that the
headlight beam rises. In this case, it is nec-
essary to return it to the correct position.To adjust the headlight slant
fig. 110
Press buttons Òand set on the con-
trol panel.
The display located on the instrument pan-
el, provides the visual indication of the po-
sitions during the adjustment operation.
Position 0- one or two passengers on
front seats.
Position 1- five passengers.
Position 2- five passengers + load in the
boot.
Position 3- driver + maximum admitted
load in the boot.
IMPORTANT Check beam aiming every
time the load carried changes.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FOG
LIGHTS (where provided)
Contact Fiat Dealership to have the head-
lights properly adjusted.
fig. 110F0M0103m
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ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can tell the ABS system has
come into action because the brake pedal
pulsates slightly and the system gets noisi-
er: it means that the car speed should be
altered to fit the type of road surface.
If the ABS system cuts in, it
is a sign that the grip be-
tween tyre and the road surface has
reached the limit: you must slow
down to match the speed to the road
grip available.
WARNING
ABS SYSTEM
If this is the first car with ABS you drive, get
familiar with it by some preliminary “driving
tests” on poor grip roadbeds, obviously un-
der safety conditions and in compliance
with the traffic regulations of the Country
you are driving in. Read carefully the fol-
lowing instructions.
The car is fitted with an ABS braking sys-
tem, which prevents the wheels from lock-
ing when braking, makes the most of road
grip and gives the best control when emer-
gency braking under difficulty road condi-
tions.
System is completed by EBD (Electronic
Braking force Distribution), which dis-
tributes the braking action between front
and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To have the maximum ef-
ficiency of the braking system, it is neces-
sary a setting period of about 500 km
(with new car after replacing brake
pads/discs): during this period it is better
to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged
brakes.The ABS exploits the tyre-
road grip at the best, but it
cannot improve it; you should there-
fore take every care when driving on
slippery surfaces without taking un-
necessary risks.
WARNINGFAILURE INDICATIONS
ABS failure
ABS failure is indicated by the turning on
of warning light
>on the instrument pan-
el together with the dedicated message on
the multifunction display (where provid-
ed), (see section “Warning lights and mes-
sages”).
In this case the braking system is still effi-
cient, though without the aid of the ABS
system. Drive carefully to the closest Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
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NO
NO
YES
YES
YESYES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NOContact Fiat
Dealership
Repair damaged
wheel
Contact Fiat
Dealership
–
– In order to use the system properly, refer to the following table when you have to change wheels/tyres:
Operation Sensor presence Failure indication Fiat Dealership
service operation
–
Wheel change with spare wheel
Wheel change
with snow tyres
Wheel change
with snow tyres
Wheel change
with others of different
size (*)
Wheel cross switching
(front/rear) (**)
(*) Given as an alternative on the Owner Handbook and available at Lineaccessori Fiat.
(**) Not cross switched (tyres shall stay on the same side).
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SOUND SYSTEM
(where provided)
For the operation of the radio with
CD/MP3 CD (where provided), read the
instructions for use given in the Supple-
ment attached to the Owner Handbook.
SOUND SYSTEM PRESETTING
(where provided)
The system consists of:
❒sound system power wires
❒front and rear speaker connecting
wires
❒aerial power wire
❒2 tweeters on front doors (30W max
power each);
❒2 mid-woofers on front doors (165
mm diameter, 40W max power
each);
❒2 full-range speakers on rear doors
and rear valance panels (130 mm
diameter, 40W max power each);
❒radio aerial wire.Sound system installation
The sound system shall be installed in the
proper space occupied by the central
oddment compartment, here you will find
the preset cables.
To remove the oddment compartment
press the retaining devices in the points
shown in the figure.
fig. 116F0M0114m
For connection to existing car
presetting system, contact Fi-
at Dealership to prevent any trouble
that could impair car safety.
WARNING
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RADIONAVIGATOR
PRESETTING SYSTEM
(where provided)
The system consists of:
❒radionavigator power wires
❒front and rear speaker connecting wires
❒aerial power wire
❒2 tweeters on front doors (30W max
power each);
❒2 mid-woofers on front doors (165 mm
diameter, 40W max power each);
❒2 full-range speakers on rear doors and
rear valance panels (130 mm diameter,
40W max power each);
❒radio aerial;
❒navigator aerial (GPS signal);
❒radio aerial wire;
❒navigator aerial wire (GPS signal).Radionavigator installation
The radionavigator shall be installed in the
proper space occupied by the central odd-
ment compartment, here you will find the
preset cables.
HANDS FREE KIT WITH
VOICE RECOGNITION
AND Bluetooth®
TECHNOLOGY
(where provided)
As concerns the operation of the hands
free kit with Bluetooth®technology
(where provided), refer to the Supplement
attached to this Owner Handbook.For connection to existing car
presetting system, contact Fi-
at Dealership to prevent any trouble
that could impair car safety.
WARNING
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SEAT BELTS ........................................................................... 110
S.B.R. SYSTEM ....................................................................... 111
PRETENSIONERS.................................................................. 112
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY...................................... 115
PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“UNIVERSAL ISOFIX” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM ..... 120
FRONT AIR BAGS................................................................ 121
SIDE AIR BAGS .................................................................... 124
SS S
A A
F F
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T T
Y Y
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