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Menu
Back to menu
Next menu
Back to
standard display
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Q
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Q
See
ACCESSING
THE MAIN
MENU
Press button âor ãto
increase or decrease the
setting by one unit at a
time. Hold the respective
button pressed to increase
or decrease the time fast.
When the required time
approaches, release the
control and complete the
setting by pressing the but-
ton once at a time.
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DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
Proceed as follows to switch the daylight saving time function (which corresponds to + 1 hour with respect to
normal winter time) on and off:
Menu
Next menu
Back to
standard display
â
ã
â
ãR
Q
R
Q
With DAYLIGHT SAVING ON, the system will
automatically switch to and from daylight sav-
ing time without needing to set the clock by
means of the TIME function described above.
See
ACCESSING
THE MAIN
MENU
Back to menu
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FAST DEMISTING AND/OR DEFROSTING
Windscreen and side windows
1) Air temperature knob: pointer on red sector
(turned fully to the right).
2) Fan knob: pointer at maximum speed.
3) Air distribution knob: pointer at
-.
4) Air recirculation slider on
H, outside air enters the
passenger compartment.
In brief, to demist/defrost quickly, bring all the
pointers on the symbol
-.
When the windscreen and windows have been
demisted, adjust the controls to maintain the required
degree of comfort and visibility.
Rear window
Press button
(. The electric mirror demisting device
also comes on.
As soon as the rear window is clear, switch off the
button.VENTILATION
1) Centre and side vents: fully open.
2) Air temperature knob: pointer on blue sector.
3) Fan knob: pointer on required speed.
4) Air distribution knob: pointer on
¥.
5) Air recirculation slider on
H, outside air enters the
passenger compartment.
Extra heater
For very cold climates the diesel version can be fitted
with an extra heater that is fully automatic and ensures
maximum comfort inside the passenger compartment.
RECIRCULATION
With slider on
Tonly the inside air is circulated.
IMPORTANT This function is particularly useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traffic jam,
tunnel, etc.) However, it is better not to use it for long
periods, especially if there are several people in the
car.
IMPORTANT Do not use the air recirculation function
on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase
the possibility of the windows misting inside.
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FAST DEMISTING AND/OR DEFROSTING
Windscreen and side windows
1) Air temperature knob: pointer on red sector
(turned fully to the right).
2) Fan knob: pointer at maximum speed.
3) Air distribution knob: pointer to
-.
4) Press the air conditioner button
√.
5) Air recirculation off (switch light off).
When the windscreen and windows have been
demisted, adjust the controls to maintain the required
degree of comfort and visibility.
IMPORTANT The climate control system is very
useful for faster demisting because it dries the air.
Adjust the controls for demisting as described above
and press switch
√to start the climate control (led
on).Rear window
Press button
(. The electric mirror demisting device
also comes on.
As soon as the rear window is clear, switch the device
off.
RECIRCULATION
When switch
Tis pressed (led on) only internal air
circulates.
IMPORTANT When the outside temperature is very
high, switching on the recirculation system will cool
the air more quickly. Moreover it is very useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traffic jam,
tunnel, etc.). You are advised against using this facility
for long periods, especially if there are many people in
the car.
IMPORTANT Do not use the air recirculation function
on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase
the possibility of the windows misting inside.
When the car is fitted with climate control, it is also
fitted with pollen filter. This captures fastidious
particles and dust.
The system uses R134a cooling fluid, which if accidentally spilt, does not damage the environment.
Never use R12 fluid, which could damage the system components.
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COOLING
1) Central air vents and side vents fully open.
2) Air temperature knob to the required temperature.
3) Fan knob:
❒pointer to the required speed;
❒pointer to auto, for automatic operation of the
fan.
4) Air distribution knob: pointer on
¥.
5) Compressor switch
√pressed (led on).
6) Recirculation switch
Tpressed (led on) to speed
up cooling.
To moderate cooling: turn switch
Toff, select a
higher temperature and reduce fan speed.RECIRCULATION
When switch
Tis pressed (led on) only internal air
circulates.
IMPORTANT When the outside temperature is very
high, switching on the recirculation system will cool
the air more quickly. Moreover it is very useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traffic jam,
tunnel, etc.). You are advised against using this facility
for long periods, especially if there are many people in
the car.
IMPORTANT Do not use the air recirculation function
on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase
the possibility of the windows misting inside.
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REAR SEATS
Both internal handles are fitted with the switches (D) for controlling the
relevant windows.
To prevent the buttons on the rear doors being used to open/close the
rear windows, press the lock button (E) (led on), on the instrument
panel.
On versions with optional ESP, the rear window lock button is located
on the panel under the heater controls (F).
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ESP SYSTEM
(Electronic Stability Program)
(where provided)
The ESP system is an electronic system controlling the
car stability in the event of tyre grip loss.
The ESP system is therefore particularly useful when
grip conditions of the road surfaces change.ESP SYSTEM INTERVENTION
It is signalled by the blinking of the warning light
áon
the instrument panel, to inform the driver that the car
is in critical stability and grip conditions.
ESP SYSTEM OPERATION
The ESP system is automatically activated when the car
is started and cannot be de-activated.
WARNINGThe performance of the system, in terms of active safety should not induce the
driver to take pointless and unnecessary risks. The style of driving must in any case
always be adapted to the conditions of the road surface, visibility an traffic. Road
safety is always the driver’s responsibility.
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FAILURE WARNINGS
In the event of failure, the ESP system is automatically disconnected and
the instrument panel warning light (A) comes on together with the
message on the display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).
In this case, go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
WARNINGDuring the use of the space-saver spare wheel, the ESP system carries on working.
However, you must remind that the space-saver spare wheel presents dimensions
smaller than the standard tyre and therefore its grip is reduced as to the other car
tyres.
For correct operation of the ESP system, the tyres must absolutely be of the same
brand and type on all wheels, in perfect conditions and, above all, of type, brand
and size specified.WARNING