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Button T - D
Air recirculation on/off
This function is particularly useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traf-
fic jam, tunnel, etc.).
Button led on = recirculation on.
Button led off = recirculation off.
With low temperatures or compressor
off, air recirculation is deactivated to pre-
vent window misting up.
IMPORTANT It is inadvisable to use air
recirculation on cold days as it would con-
siderably increase the possibility of win-
dows misting up inside.
During AUTOoperation, due to safety rea-
sons, after long recirculation activation (over
25 minutes) the system will deactivate au-
tomatically air recirculation for 1 minute to
enable outside air inlet.
Buttons ÕÔ- E
Temperature setting
Pressing button Õwill raise the passen-
ger’s compartment temperature up to HI
value (maximum heating power).Pressing button Ôwill lower the passen-
ger’s compartment temperature down to
LO value (maximum cooling power).
HI function
This functions can be switched on when
you wish to heat the passenger compart-
ment as quickly as possible; air distribu-
tion and fan speed are controlled by the
system.
To turn this function off, set the required
temperature.
IMPORTANT If the system fluid is not
warm enough, top fan speed will not be
activated immediately to prevent air not
warm enough from entering the passen-
ger compartment.
LO function
This function can be switched on when
you wish to cool the passenger compart-
ment as quickly as possible; with this func-
tion switched on the compressor will be
turned on (if off) whereas air distribution
and fan speed are controlled by the sys-
tem.
To turn this function off, set the required
temperature.
IMPORTANT With the function switched
on, however, all the manual settings can
be made. Button OFF - C
Switching the climate control
system off
Press button OFFto turn the system off.
When turned off the system conditions are
the following:
❒all leds off;
❒temperature display off;
❒air recirculation off;
❒compressor off;
❒fan off.
Under this condition, air recirculation can
be turned on or off without activating the
system.
IMPORTANT The system will store the
settings (except recirculation) performed
before turning off and will resume them
when pressing any button (if the function
corresponding to the button pressed is off
it will be turned on; if on it will be kept ac-
tive). Press AUTOto turn the system in
automatic mode.
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lows heating of the passenger
compartment in the shortest
time, also giving a prompt feeling
of warmth.
w+μSplitting of the air flow between
the vents to the lower part of the
passenger compartment
(warmest air) and the dashboard
centre and side outlets (coolest
air).
¥+μSplitting of the air flow between
the windscreen and side window
demisting/defrosting vents and
the lower part of the passenger
compartment. This type of air dis-
tribution allows satisfactory heat-
ing of the passenger compart-
ment while preventing possible
misting of the windows.
The type of air distribution selected is
shown by lighting up of the relevant led on
the selected button.
To restore automatic air distribution con-
trol after a manual selection, press button
AUTO.
During automatic operation, under par-
ticular climate conditions, the system can
send air to the windscreen although the
relevant led does not turn on.Button -- L
Fast front windows
demisting/defrosting
Press button - the climate control system
will automatically switch on all the func-
tions required for fast windscreen and
front side window demisting/defrosting,
that is:
❒switches on climate control compres-
sor when climatic conditions are suit-
able;
❒air recirculation off;
❒maximum air temperature (HI);
❒activates proper fan speed according to
engine coolant temperature;
❒directs air flow to windscreen and front
side windows vents;
❒turns heated rear window on.
IMPORTANT Fast demisting/defrosting
function stays on for about 3 minutes,
since engine coolant temperature exceeds
50 °C (petrol versions) or 35 °C (Diesel
versions).
When the demisting/defrosting function is
on, the button led -and the heated rear
window button led (are on, whereas
the AUTObutton led will turn off; when
this function is on, the only operations
possible are fan speed adjustment and
heated rear window switching off.
To turn the function off, press again but-
ton - or press button AUTO. Buttons ÕÔ- F
Fan speed adjustment
Press buttons Õor Ôto increase or to
decrease the fan speed; the fan speed is
shown by the lit bars on the display.
The fan can be cut off only if the climate
control compressor has been switched off
(button B).
To restore automatic fan speed control,
press buttonAUTO.
Buttons ¥wμ- G H I
Air distribution
manual selection
Pressing these buttons it is possible to
choose manually one of the five possible air
distributions:¥Air flow to the windscreen and
front side window vents to
demist or defrost them.
wAir flow to central and side dash-
board vents to ventilate the chest
and the face during the hot sea-
son.
μAir flow towards the front and
rear lower parts of the passenger
compartment. Due to the natur-
al tendency of heat to spread up-
wards, this type of distribution al-
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LOOKING AFTER THE SYSTEM
During the winter, the climate control sys-
tem must be turned on at least once a
month for about ten minutes.
Before summer, have the system checked
at a Fiat Dealership. SWITCHING THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ON
The system can be turned on in different
ways, it is however advisable to set the re-
quired temperature and then to press the
AUTObutton. In this way the system
starts to work fully automatically to reach
the required comfort conditions as soon
as possible.
During automatic operation it is possible:
❒to select the required temperature
(buttons ÔÕ- E);
❒
to activate or to deactivate air recirculation
(button T- D);
❒to activate fast window demisting/de-
frosting (button --L);
❒
to select air distribution (buttons ¥w
μ- G H I);
❒
to select fan speed (buttons ÕÔ- F).
The system will automatically modify its
settings according to set changes and the
button led will turn off. To restore auto-
matic operation press again button AU-
TO.The system is filled with
R134a refrigerant which will
not pollute the environment
in the event of leakage.
Under no circumstances should R12
fluid be used as it is incompatible with
the system components.
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DIESEL ENGINES
Operation at low temperatures
If the outside temperature is very low, the
diesel thickens due to the formation of
paraffin and could cause the malfunction-
ing of the fuel system.
In order to avoid these problems, differ-
ent types of diesel are distributed ac-
cording to the season: summer type, win-
ter type and arctic type (cold, mountain
areas). If refuelling with diesel fuel not suit-
able for the current temperature, mix
diesel fuel with TUTELA DIESEL ART ad-
ditive in the proportions stated on the can,
putting first the antifreeze in the tank and
then the diesel fuel.
If driving or parking the vehicle for a long
period in cold areas/mountains, refuel with
the diesel fuel available at local filling sta-
tions.
In this situation you are also recom-
mended to have in the tank an amount of
fuel 50% higher than usable capacity.AT THE FILLING
STATION
PETROL ENGINES
Use only unleaded petrol.
To prevent errors, the diameter of the fu-
el tank filler is too small to introduce a lead
petrol pump filler.
Use petrol with a rated octane number
(R.O.N.) not lower than 95.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads
to harmful exhaust emissions, thus con-
tributing to air pollution.
IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol,
even in small amount or in an emergency,
as this would damage the catalyst beyond
repair.
fig. 98F0G0041m
The car must only be filled
with diesel fuel for motor ve-
hicles, in compliance with Eu-
ropean Standard EN590. The
use of other products or mixtures may
irreparably damage the engine with in-
validation of the warranty due to the
damage caused. In the event of acci-
dentally filling with another type of fu-
el, do not start the engine and empty
the tank. If the engine has been run
even for only a very short time, in ad-
dition to the tank, it is also necessary
to drain out the whole fuel circuit.
REFUELLING
To guarantee full tank filling, carry out two
refuelling operations after the first click of
the fuel delivery gun. Avoid further top-
ping up operations that could cause dam-
ages to the fuel system.
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SEAT BELTS ........................................................................... 82
PRETENSIONERS.................................................................. 84
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY...................................... 87
PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“ISOFIX TYPE” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM .............. 91
FRONT AIR BAGS................................................................ 93
SIDE AIR BAGS (Side bag - Window bag)...................... 96
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All restraint devices must bear the certi-
fication data, together with the control
brand, on a solidly fixed label which must
absolutely never be removed.
Over 1.50 m in height, from the point of
view of restraint systems, children are
considered as adults and wear the seat
belts normally.
Lineaccessori Fiat offers seats for each
weight group, which are the recommend-
ed choice, as they have been designed and
experimented specifically for Fiat cars.CARRYING CHILDREN
SAFELY
For optimal protection in the event of a
crash, all passengers must be seated and
wearing adequate restraint systems.
This is even more important for children.
This prescription is compulsory in all EC
countries according to EC Directive
2003/20/EC.
Compared with adults, their head is pro-
portionally larger and heavier than the rest
of the body, while the muscles and bone
structure are not completely developed.
Therefore, correct restraint systems are
necessary, other then adult seat belts.
The results of research on the best child
restraint systems are contained in the Eu-
ropean Standard ECE- R44. This Standard
enforces the use of restraint systems clas-
sified in five groups:
Group 0 0-10 kg in weight
Group 0+ 0-13 kg in weight
Group 1 9-18 kg in weight
Group 2 15-25 kg in weight
Group 3 weight 22 - 36 kg
SERIOUS DANGER: Never
place cradle child’s seats on
the front passenger seat of
cars fitted with passenger’s
air bag. The air bag activa-
tion could cause serious in-
juries, even mortal. You are advised
to carry children always on the rear
seats, as this is the most protected po-
sition in the case of a crash. In any
case, children’s seats must absolutely
not be fitted on the front seat of cars
with passenger’s air bag, which dur-
ing inflation could cause serious in-
jury, even mortal, regardless of the se-
riousness of the crash that triggered
it. Children may be placed on the
front seat of cars fitted with passen-
ger’s air bag deactivation. In this case,
it is absolutely necessary to check the
warning light
Fon the cluster to
make sure that deactivation has ac-
tually taken place (see paragraph
“Passenger’s front air bag” at item
“Front air bags”). The front passen-
ger’s seat shall be adjusted in the
most backward position to prevent
any contact between child’s seat and
dashboard.
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❒Only one child is to be strapped to each
retaining system.
❒ Always check the seat belts do not fit
around the child’s throat.
❒ While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or release the belts.
❒Passengers should never carry children
on their laps. No-one, however strong
they are, can hold a child in the event
of a crash.
❒In case if an accident, replace the seat
with a new one. Below is a summary of the rules of safety
to be followed for carrying children:
❒The recommended position for in-
stalling children’s seat is on the rear
seat, as it is the most protected in the
case of a crash.
❒If the passenger’s air bag is deactivated
always check the instrument panel
warning light
F(amber) to make
sure that it has actually been deacti-
vated.
❒
Attain to the instructions for fastening
the specific child restraint system which
you are using. These instructions must
be provided by the manufacturer. Keep
the child restraint system installation in-
structions with the car documents and
this Handbook. Never use a child re-
straint system without installation in-
structions.
❒Always check the seat belt is well fas-
tened by pulling the webbing.
In cars fitted with passenger
air bag never place child’s re-
straint systems on the front seat since
children shall never be seated on the
front passenger seat.
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❒ push the child restraint system until
hearing locking clicks;
❒check proper locking by moving the
child’s seat with force: the built-in safe-
ty mechanism actually inhibits improp-
er coupling with only one coupling
locked.
With this configuration, the child is se-
cured also by the car seat belts and by the
upper belts. To apply car seat belts to
child’s seat refer to the child’s seat hand-
book.
AIR BAGS
The car is fitted with front air bags (for
versions/markets where applicable) for the
driver and the passenger and front side
bags (side bag - window bag).
FRONT AIR BAGS
The front air bag (driver and passenger)
has been designed to protect the occu-
pants in the event of head-on crashes of
medium-high severity, by placing the cush-
ion between the occupant and the steer-
ing wheel or dashboard.
Front air bags are designed to protect
car’s occupants in front crashes and there-
fore non-activation in other types of col-
lisions (side collisions, rear shunts, roll-
overs, etc.) is not a system malfunction.
In case of front crash, an electronic con-
trol unit, when required, triggers the in-
flation of the cushion according to the
severity of the collision.The cushion immediately inflates, placing
itself as a protection between the body
of the front occupants and the structure
that could cause injuries. Immediately af-
ter, the cushion deflates.
The front air bag (driver and passenger) is
not a replacement of but complementary
to the use of belts, which should always
be worn, as specified by law in Europe and
most non-European countries.
In case of crash, a person not wearing the
seat belt moves forward and may come in-
to contact with the cushion while it is still
inflating. Under this circumstance the pro-
tection offered by the air bag is reduced.
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