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Certain versions (where provided) are fit-
ted with a luggage retainer net that can be
secured to the fastening rings fig. 114.
IMPORTANT Never anchor to single
hook a load exceeding 100 kg.
Certain versions (where provided) are fit-
ted with a luggage anti-throw out safety
net secured to the roof at two side seats
fig. 115, and at the bottom to the load re-
taining rings set on the wheelhouses.
BONNET
TO OPEN THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒pull the lever A-fig. 116in the direc-
tion indicated by the arrow in order
to release the lock of the engine bon-
net;
❒insert your hand between bonnet and
bumper and push the lever B-fig. 117
to the left as shown;
❒lift the bonnet and at the same time
release the rod C fig. 118from the
catch D, then fit the rod end into the
bonnet recess E.
IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet,
check that windscreen wiper arms are not
lifted from the windscreen.
fig. 114F0L0237mfig. 115F0L0238m
If you want to carry reserve
fuel in a can, follow law reg-
ulations, only using a certified can,
suitably fastened to the load securing
eyelets. Even in this way the risk of
fire is increased in the case of an ac-
cident.
WARNING
A heavy load that has not
been secured may cause se-
rious harm.
WARNING
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ROOF RACK/
SKI RACK
The roof rack/ski rack shall be secured to
the roof at points A-fig. 119.
To mount it, lift the tabs and proceed as
follows:
❒for versions with sunroof: extract the
tabs using the screwdriver provided
in the kit to reach the fastening seats
fig. 120;
❒for versions without sunroof: lift the
tabs using the screwdriver provided
in the kit to reach the fastening seats
fig. 121;
A roof rack/ski rack specially designed for
the car is available at Lineaccessori Fiat.After few kilometres, check that the fas-
tening screws are firmly tightened.
IMPORTANT Never exceed the max.
permissible loads (see section “Technical
specifications”).
The car can be fitted with two longitudi-
nal bars that can be used, by adding spe-
cial accessories to carry various objects
(e.g.: skis, windsurf, etc..).
fig. 119F0L0222mfig. 120F0L0231m
fig. 121F0L0232m
Open the tailgate with care
when carrying objects on the
roof rack bars to prevent impacts.
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PARKING SENSORS
(where provided)
Parking sensors are located in the rear
bumper fig. 127and their function is to
inform the driver, through an intermittent
buzzer, about the presence of obstacles
behind the car.
ACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated
when the reverse gear is engaged.
As the distance from the obstacle behind
the car decreases, the acoustic alarm be-
comes more frequent.
BUZZER WARNINGS
When the reverse gear is engaged an in-
termittent acoustic signal is automatically
activated.
The acoustic signal:
❒becomes louder as the reduction of
distance between the car and the ob-
stacle decreases;
❒becomes continuous when the dis-
tance between the car and the obsta-
cle is less that 30 cm and stops imme-
diately if the distance raises;
❒is constant if the distance is unvaried.
If this situation takes place for side sen-
sors, the signal is stopped after about
3 seconds to prevent sound indica-
tions when performing manoeuvres
near walls.
Direction distances
Central action radius 150 cm
Side action radius 60 cm
If several obstacles are detected, the con-
trol unit indicates the nearest one.
fig. 127F0L0391m
the driving licence by the appointed pub-
lic authorities and the forfeiture of the
warranty as concerns defects/failures due
to said modification or leading directly or
indirectly to it.
Fiat Auto S.p.A. declines all responsibility
due to damages connected with the in-
stallation of accessories/devices not sup-
plied by or recommended by Fiat Auto
S.p.A. and installed not in compliance with
the specified prescriptions.
RADIO TRANSMITTERS
AND CELLULAR TELEPHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: mobile
phones, HAM radio systems and the like)
shall not be used inside the vehicle unless
a separate aerial is mounted on the roof.
IMPORTANT The use of similar devices
inside the passenger compartment (with-
out separated aerial) produces radio-fre-
quency electromagnetic fields which, am-
plified by the resonance effects inside the
passenger compartment, may cause elec-
trical systems equipping the vehicle to mal-
function. This could compromise safety in
addition to constituting a potential hazard
for the passengers.
In addition, transmission and reception of
these devices may be affected by the
shielding effect of the vehicle body.
As concerns , approved mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS), strictly comply with
the instructions for use provided by the
mobile phone’s manufacturer.
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At their maximum inflation, their volume
fills most of the space between the dash-
board and the passenger.
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.
Front air bag may not be activated in the
following situations:
❒in collisions against highly deformable
objects not affecting the car front sur-
face (e.g. bumper collision against
guard rail, etc.);
❒in case of wedging under other vehi-
cles or protective barriers (for exam-
ple under a truck or guard rail), the air
bag is not triggered as it offers no ad-
ditional protection compared with the
seat belts, consequently it would be
pointless. Therefore, failure to come
into action in the above circumstance
does not mean that the system is not
working properly.
In minor crashes (for which the restrain-
ing action of the seat belts is sufficient), the
air bags are not deployed. Also in this case
it is of vital importance to wear the seat
belts since in case of side crash they guar-
antee proper positioning of the occupant
and prevent the occupants to be pitched
out of the car in case of violent crashes.
Do not apply stickers or oth-
er objects to the steering
wheel or to the air bag cover on the
passenger’s side or on the side roof
lining. Never put objects on the dash-
board on passenger side since they
could interfere with proper air bag in-
flation .
WARNING
DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 14
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained in a special recess in the cen-
tre of the steering wheel.
fig. 14
10
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70
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FRONT AND REAR SIDE BAGS -
CHEST PROTECTION
(where provided) fig. 17
These side bags consist of two types of in-
stant inflation cushions housed in the seat
back rests and designed to increase pro-
tection of the occupants’ chest in the
event of a side crash of medium-high
severity.SIDE WINDOW BAGS - HEAD
PROTECTION (where provided)
fig. 18
They are “curtain” cushions located be-
hind the side coverings of the roof and
covered by proper finishings, studied for
the head protection to offer the best pro-
tection to the front and rear occupants
in the event of side crash, thanks to the
wide cushion inflation surface.
IMPORTANT In the event of side crash,
you can obtain the best protection by the
system keeping a correct position on the
seat, allowing thus correct side bag unfold-
ing.
fig. 17F0L0125m
fig. 18F0L0069m
SIDE AIR BAGS
The car is fitted with front side bags for
driver and passenger (where provided),
front and rear window bags (where pro-
vided) for protecting front and rear oc-
cupant’s head, rear side bags for driver and
passenger (where provided).
Side bags (where provided) protect car
occupants from side crashes of medium-
high severity, by placing the cushion be-
tween the occupant and the internal parts
of the side structure of the car.
Non-activation of side bags in other types
of collisions (front collisions, rear shunts,
roll-overs, etc...) is not a system malfunc-
tion.
In case of side crash, an electronic control
unit, when required triggers the inflation
of the cushion. The cushion immediately
inflates, placing itself as a protection, be-
tween the occupant’s body and the struc-
ture that could cause injuries. Immediate-
ly after, the cushion deflates.
Side bags (where provided) are not a re-
placement of but complementary to the
belts, which you are recommended to al-
ways wear, as specified by law in Europe
and most non-European countries.
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Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at
a standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up
much more slowly, increasing electrical
consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds. This way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so increase consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.
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To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒Stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
ground should be flat and adequately
firm;
❒Turn the engine off and pull up the
handbrake;
❒Engage first gear or reverse (position
P with automatic transmission);
❒Use the special handle to lift the load
surface (where provided), as shown in
fig. 2;
❒Lift the luggage compartment panel
mat
❒Make the wire secured under the
loading surface (where provided), pass
through the proper slot secured to
the boot shelf mat and fasten both to
the hook on the upper roof, as shown
in fig. 3;
❒Loosen the fastener A-fig. 4; Please note:
❒the jack weight is 1,76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks
it must be replaced with a new jack;
❒no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
fig. 2F0L0239mfig. 3F0L0240mfig. 4F0L0218m
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Bulbs Ref. Figure Type Power
Reversing light B P21W 21W
Rear fog lights B P21W 21W
Number plate lights C C5W 5W
Puddle / door lights A W5W 5W
Front roof light C C5W 5W
Rear roof light C C10W 10W
Glovebox light C C5W 5W
Boot light A W5W 5W
Sun visor lights C C5W 5W
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