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ELECTRONIC ALARM
The electronic alarm has the following functions:
❒central door locking/unlocking remote control;
❒perimetral surveillance, which picks up opened doors, bonnet and
tailgate;
❒volumetric surveillance, which picks up the movement of any intruders
inside the passenger compartment.
OPERATION
The electronic alarm of Fiat Multipla is controlled by the receiver located
in the dashboard under the front right panelling. It is activated by the
radio-frequency remote control built into the ignition key.
It will only work when the ignition key is removed from position STOP
or PARK.
The electronic alarm control unit also includes the self-powered alarm
siren; the siren may be deactivated.
To switch the electronic alarm on: press briefly the remote control
button (C). You should hear a “beep” and the direction indicators switch
on for about 3 seconds (in countries where legislation permits it). The
warning led (F) inside the car will flash as long as the car alarm is on.
To switch the electronic alarm off: press the remote control button
again. You will hear two “beeps” and the direction indicators will flash
twice (in countries where legislation permits it).
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WHEN THE ALARM IS TRIGGERED
When the system is on, the electronic alarm comes
into action in the following cases:
❒One of the doors, the bonnet or the tailgate are
opened.
❒The battery is disconnected or the electronic alarm
power supply cables are cut.
❒Something moves in the passenger compartment
(volumetric surveillance).
❒The key is turned to MAR.
When the alarm is triggered, the siren sounds for
about 26 seconds (for a maximum of 3 cycles at 6
second intervals if the cause of the alarm persists) and
the direction indicators will flash for about 5 minutes
(only in countries where legislation permits it).
Once the alarm situation has been resolved, the alarm
system continues its surveillance. To cut off the alarm
before this, press the remote control button.
HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM
To switch the alarm off, press the remote control
button on the key.
In countries where admitted by law regulations, the
system is preset for an emergency procedure to be
carried out when the alarm does not turn off (due to
flat remote control battery or system fault):❒open the door after unlocking the lock with the key,
❒fit the key into the ignition switch,
❒turn the key to MAR.
To reactivate the alarm after the emergency
procedure, turn the key to STOP and remove it. Then,
press twice the remote control button: first press will
re-align the system (this because the last operation for
excluding the alarm was performed using the key and
not the remote control), the second press will
reactivate the alarm.
When using the key, if the remote control battery is
flat the key led will flash once.
Flat battery condition is also indicated by the
dashboard led glowing steadily for 2 minutes each time
the alarm is deactivated.
In this event the key battery should be replaced by a
new one of the equivalent type on sale c/o normal
retailers.
If it is not possible to switch on the alarm with a new
remote control battery, contact Fiat Dealership to
have the system checked.
IMPORTANT If the car is to remain inactive for a
prolonged length of time (over three weeks) and
security conditions permitting, it is advisable to
operate central locking turning the key in the door
lock to avoid engaging the alarm and draining the
battery.
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OPENING/CLOSING THE TAILGATE
The tailgate is fitted with an electric lock. To open: unlock front doors
with the key and press lever (A) set under the handle. With doors
locked, the tailgate cannot be opened. Tailgate opening is made easier by
the gas-filled struts on each side.
To close the tailgate, use the handle on the inner trim.
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Do not travel with the tailgate open: exhaust fumes could enter the passenger’s
compartment. Be careful not to knock objects on the roof rack when opening the
boot tailgate.WARNING
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WARNINGWhen using the boot, make sure the loads you are carrying do not exceed the
permitted weight (see section “Technical specifications”). Also make sure the items
in the boot are arranged properly to prevent them being thrown forwards and
injuring passengers should you brake sharply.
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EMERGENCY OPENING
If the electric tailgate lock is faulty, it is however possible to open it
manually using lever (B) set on the left side of the lock (seen from the
passenger’s compartment).
To use this lever, open the rear side door, tilt the seat and push lever (B)
to the right (towards the center of the car).
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Never exceed the max. permissible loads (see section “Technical specifications”).
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK
The roof rack or ski rack is to be anchored to the roof in the points
shown in the figure by removing the four caps. To do so, press one end
and slide them for a few millimetres under the trim.
Specific roof/ski rack for Fiat Multipla are available in Lineaccessori Fiat.
IMPORTANT Be careful not to knock objects on the roof rack when
opening the boot tailgate.
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WARNINGAfter travelling a few kilometres, check that the screws securing the cross-bars are
tight.
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MULTIPLA VAN
Multiplan Van is available in the following versions:
❒5 seats (100 16v - JTD 120 versions)
❒4 seats (Natural Power versions)
all versions features a division panel between passenger’s and load
compartment.
WARNINGDo not travel with the tailgate open: exhaust fumes could enter the passenger’s
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Warning Messagelight on panel on display
DOORS OPEN (red)
The warning light on the dial turns on together with the message when a door or the tailgate are
not properly shut.
FRONT BRAKES PADS WEAR (red)
The warning light on the dial turns on together with the message when pressing the brake pedal if
front brake pads are worn; in this case have them changed as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT Since the car is fitted with wear sensors for the front brake pads, when changing
them, check also the rear brake pads.
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (red)
Turning the key to MAR the warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go out as soon as
the engine is started.
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WARNINGIf vwarning light stays on glowing steadily together with the message, stop the
engine immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
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THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
To replace 12V-3W bulbs:
❒with the tailgate open, undo the four fastening screws under the caps
(shown by the arrows) and remove the panel;
❒take out connection (A);
❒undo the four screws securing the light unit and remove the cover
(B);
❒remove the bulbs (C) to be replaced from their seats.
After replacing the bulb, refit the two halves of the light unit then secure
the latter to the covering panel after reconnecting the electric
connection; refit the panel to the tailgate.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the 12V-5W bulb:
❒using a screwdriver in the direction of the arrow, compress catch (F)
and take out the number plate light unit;
❒remove bulb holder and lens (D);
❒take out the bulb holder turning it slightly and replace the bulb (E).
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