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SOUND SYSTEM (where fitted)
For the operation of the radio with CD or CD MP3, read the
instructions for use given in the attached Supplement.
PRESET SYSTEM (where fitted)
The system consists of:
❒radio power cables
❒front and rear loudspeaker power cables
❒aerial power cable
❒2 tweeters on front cross members (power 30W max each);
❒2 mid-woofers on front doors (diameter 165 mm, power 30W max
each);
❒2 full-range on rear doors (diameter 165 mm, power 30W max each).
❒1 radio interference suppressor, attached to the Owner Handbook.
Suppressor installation with the sound system will guarantee proper
AM reception. To install the radio interference suppressor see the
attached instructions (or contact Fiat Dealership).
Sound system installation
The sound system shall be installed in place of the central lower
compartment: removing it you can see the power cables. To remove the
glove compartment, press the points shown in the figure next to the
retainers.
You are advised to have the sound system and the radio interference suppressor installed at a Fiat
Dealership.
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FAILURE WARNINGS
See the “Warning lights and messages” chapter.
OPERATION WITH TRAILER
The system is preset for deactivating automatically
when the trailer electric cable plug is fitted into the car
tow hook socket.
Sensors are reactivated when removing the trailer
cable plug.GENERAL WARNINGS
❒When parking, take the utmost care to obstacles
set above or under the sensors.
❒Objects set close to car rear part, under certain
circumstances are not detected and could
therefore cause damages to the car.
❒Indications sent by the sensor can be altered by
dirt, snow or ice deposited on the sensors or by
ultrasound systems (e.g.: truck pneumatic brakes or
pneumatic hammers) set nearby the car.
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For proper operation, the parking sensors set on the bumpers shall be clean from mud, dirt, snow or
ice. When cleaning the sensors, take the utmost care to prevent their damaging; do not use therefore
dry or rough clothes. Sensors shall be washed with clean water and car detergent, if required. In wash-
ing stations, clean sensors quickly keeping the vapour jet/high pressure washing nozzles at 10 cm at least from
the sensors.
WARNINGParking manoeuvres however are always under the driver’s responsibility that shall
always check the absence of people, animals or objects in the manoeuvre space.
This system is just a help for the driver but he shall never reduce important during
dangerous manoeuvres even if performed at low speed.
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SEAT BELTS............................................................................ 152
PRETENSIONERS ................................................................. 156
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ..................................... 159
PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“TYPE ISOFIX” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM .............. 166
FRONT AND SIDE AIR BAGS .......................................... 169
SIDE AIR BAGS (SIDE BAG -
FRONT WINDOW BAG).................................................. 173
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S.B.R. system
The car is fitted with the S.B.R. system (Seat Belt
Reminder), consisting of a buzzer which, together with
the flashing of warning light
warns the driver to fasten the seat belts.
The buzzer can be deactivated (until the the next
engine stop) as follows:
❒fasten the driver’s seat belt.
❒turn the ignition key to MAR
❒wait for over 20 seconds and then release at least
one of the seat belts.
For permanent deactivation, contact Fiat Dealership.
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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
On versions fitted with reconfigurable multifunction
display (Comfort) it is possible to reset the S.B.R.
system only through the set-up menu (see “Warning
lights and messages” section at paragraph “Unfastened
seat belts”).
For the other versions system can be reset only by
Fiat Dealership.
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FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (where provided)
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.
To adjust the seat belt, raise or lower knob (A) of the locking
mechanism, moving at the same time the loop (B) to the best of the
available positions.
USING THE CENTRAL SEAT BELT (where provided)
The seat belt has two webbings and a double buckle.
To use the seat belt, take tongues (H) and (P) from their seats in the reel
compartment and pull the seat belt sliding the webbing carefully without
twisting or jerking it, then fasten the tongue (G) in buckle (L) with button
(M).
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WARNING
WARNINGAfter 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. Make the height adjustment when the car is stationary.
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PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“TYPE ISOFIX” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(where provided)
This car is created preset for mounting the Isofix child restraint system.
“Type Isofix” is a European standardised system for mounting child
restraints. Type Isofix child restraint system is an additional option that
does not prevent from using traditional child restraint systems. The Type
Isofix child’s seat covers three weight groups:0,0+ and 1.
Due to its different anchoring system, the Type Isofix child’s seat shall be
anchored to the proper metal brackets set between rear seat back and
cushion, which can be identified by the slots in the seat cover (A).
It is possible to mount both the traditional restraint system and the Isofix
one, one on the left and the other on the right, for example.
Since sizes are different, it is possible to install max two traditional child’s
seats on the rear side seats secured by seat belts. Only traditional child’s
seats can be installed on front seat.
These child’s seats are recommended since they have been designed and
experimented expressly for this car.
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WARNINGMount the child restraint system only with the car stationary. The Isofix 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 Manufacturer.
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FITTING THE TYPE ISOFIX SEAT
0 and 0+ group
For children of the 0, 0+ weight group, the child’s seat is facing
backwards (babies up to
13 kg) and the child is restrained by the child’s seat belts (D).
As the child grows, passing to weight group 1, remove the child’s seat
from the base and refit it facing forwards.
For proper mounting proceed as follows:
❒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 inhibit improper coupling with only one
coupling locked.
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GROUP 1
For proper mounting proceed as follows:
❒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;
❒for seats positioned facing the running direction, hook the upper belt
(in the upper child's seat pocket) to the ring (D) located on the rear
seat back;
❒check proper locking by moving the child’s seat with force: the built-in
safety mechanism actually inhibit improper coupling with only one
coupling locked.
With this configuration, the child is secured also by the car seat belts and
by the upper belt. To apply car seat belts to child’s seat refer to the
child’s seat handbook.
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