2007 FIAT IDEA Owners Manual

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BOOT
The boot tailgate (when unlocked) can be opened only from the outside
through the electric opening handle set above the number plate holder.
If doors are unlocked the boot can be opened at any time.
Through the set-up menu of the cluster display (see “Reconfigurable
multifunction display” in the present chapter) it is possible to activate the
“Independent boot unlocking”: in this way the boot is not unlocked
together with the doors; to open it press button
Ron the remote
control.
The tailgate opening is indicated by double flashing of direction indicators.F0H0104m
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REAR MANUAL WINDOW CONTROLS
(where fitted)
Operate the handle to open or to close the window.
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TAILGATE CLOSING
First lower the tailgate using the appropriate handles, as shown in the
figure, and then push the tailgate until it clicks into place.
IMPORTANT If option “Independent boot” is on, before closing the boot
check whether you have with you the ignition key since the boot will be
locked automatically.
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The addition of objects (speakers, spoilers, etc.) on the rear shelf or boot lid, except those
envisaged by the manufacturer, may prevent the gas filled struts at the sides of the boot from
working properly.
WARNING
WARNINGWhen using the boot, make sure the loads do not exceed the permitted weight (see
“Technical specifications” chapter). Also make sure the items in the boot are
arranged properly to prevent them being thrown forwards and injuring passengers
should you brake sharply.
Never travel with objects on the rear shelf to prevent them being thrown forwards
and injuring passengers in case of accident or sharp braking.

EMERGENCY OPENING OF TAILGATE
To succeed in opening the tailgate from the inside, should the car battery
be flat, or because of a defect of the electric lock of the tailgate, proceed
as follows (refer to “Extending the boot” in this section):
❒remove the rear head restraints;
❒tilt seat backrests to "table" configuration;
❒tilt cushion / backrest completely.
❒operate lever (B), to obtain tailgate mechanical release, operating
from the inside of the boot.
REMOVING THE REAR PARCEL SHELF
To remove the rear parcel shelf in order to extend the boot, proceed as
follows:
❒Front parcel shelf: release and turn the parcel shelf from its seat and
release the two pins from the side seats.
❒Rear parcel shelf: release the two pins from the side seats
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EXTENDING THE BOOT WITH SLIDING SEAT
Before extending the boot, release the seat belt buckle (with black
button, if fastened) and accompany the webbing in the reel to prevent it
from twisting; insert the tongues, overlapping them, in the retaining
system (A) inside the reel compartment.
Moving the seat backwards or forwards
The rear seat is of the double-seat type. It is possible to move the rear
seat backwards or forwards from the boot using handles (B) or (C); pull
the handle and at the same time move the seats forwards. This makes it
possible to extend the boot capacity.
To extend the boot totally
Proceed as follows:
❒remove the rear parcel and previously shown;
❒make sure the headrests are completely lowered;
❒use levers (D) and (E) to fold the rear seat backs on the cushions;
❒make sure the seats are completely in backward position by means of
handles (B) or (C);
❒use tapes (F) and (G) to tilt the seats completely.
IMPORTANT Tilting is only possible with rear seats positioned
completely backwards.
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Never pull tapes (B) or (C) with seats in
load position as they will slide vertically
thus hindering seat repositioning.WARNING

The tilted seats are fastened in this position by the action of the side
struts.
Partial extension
Operating the required part (right or left) of the seat in the same way it
is possible to obtain partial extension of the boot as illustrated.
IMPORTANT For rear seat complete tilting it could be necessary to
move the front seats forward.
To return the cushions on the floor
Use tapes (B) to return the cushions on the floor.
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With table folded seats, in the event of a
crash it can be dangerous to carry heavy
objects on the rear seat back.WARNING
WARNINGThe position of the rear seat backs folded
on the respective cushions shall not be
considered a loading position and
therefore cannot bear heavy weights.
If the central seat belt is fastened to the
seat, release it before tilting the seat.WARNING

EXTENDING THE BOOT WITH FIXED SEAT
Proceed as follows:
❒fasten the seat buckles to the tabs on the seat back (as shown by
arrows);
❒check that the webbing (C) of each of the two side seat belts is
inserted into the respective belt guiding catch (D);
❒raise the cushion (A) as shown in the figure
❒release the seat back moving the levers (B) as shown by the arrow. Tilt
it to make a single loading surface with the boot floor;
❒if vertical space must be increased, remove Cargo box (where
provided) positioned under load plane mat.
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BONNET
TO OPEN THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒pull lever (A) in the direction of the arrow;
❒move the lever (B) to the right as shown by the arrow;
❒lift the bonnet and at the same time release the rod (C) from the clip
(D), then insert the rod end in its housing (E) on the bonnet.
IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet, check that windscreen wiper
arms are not lifted from the windscreen.
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WARNINGFor safety reasons the bonnet shall always
be perfectly closed when travelling.
Always check for proper bonnet locking. If
the bonnet is left inadvertently open, stop
the car immediately and close the bonnet.
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TO CLOSE THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒hold the bonnet up with one hand and with the
other remove rod (C) from recess (D) and replace
it in its locking device (E);
❒lower the bonnet at approx. 20 centimetres from
the engine compartment and then let it drop,
ensuring that it is fully closed and not just held in
position by the safety catch. If the bonnet does not
close properly, do not push it down but open it
again and repeat the above procedure.IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is closed
properly to avoid its opening while the car is travelling.
WARNINGIf the supporting rod is not positioned correctly the bonnet may fall violently.
WARNINGCarry out operations when the vehicle is stationary.