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CIGAR LIGHTER
(where provided) fig. 72
It is located on the central console in front
of the handbrake.
Press button Ato switch on the cigar
lighter with ignition key at MAR.
After about 15 seconds the button will re-
turn to its initial position and is ready for
use.
IMPORTANT Always check that the cig-
ar lighter has turned off.
fig. 72F0R0061m
The cigar lighter becomes
very hot. Handle with care.
The device must not be used by chil-
dren: risk of fire and/or burns.
WARNING
GLASS HOLDER - CAN HOLDER
fig. 69-70
There are cup holders on the central tun-
nel (two cup holders in front of the gear-
box and one behind it). CARD BOX - CD BOX fig. 71
The central console features recesses to
keep telephone cards CD holders and
magnetic cards.
fig. 69F0R0058mfig. 71F0R0060m
fig. 70F0R0059m
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TRANSCEIVERS
AND MOBILE PHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-tacs
mobile phones, HAM radio systems and
the like) shall not be used inside the car
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 car 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 car body.
As concerns EC-approved mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS), strictly comply with
the instructions for use provided by the
mobile phone’s manufacturer.ACCESSORIES
PURCHASED BY THE
OWNER
If after buying the car, you decide to install
electrical accessories that require a per-
manent electric supply (alarm, satellite an-
titheft system, etc.) or accessories that in
any case burden the electric supply, con-
tact Fiat Dealership, whose qualified per-
sonnel, besides suggesting the most suit-
able devices belonging to Lineaccessori Fi-
at, will also evaluate the overall electric ab-
sorption, checking whether the car’s elec-
tric system is able to withstand the load
required, or whether it needs to be inte-
grated with a more powerful battery.
Be very careful when fitting
non-standard additional
spoilers, light alloy wheels or wheel
cups: they could reduce brake venti-
lation and consequently brake effi-
ciency in the case of repeated, violent
braking or on long downhill roads.
Make sure that nothing obstructs the
pedal stroke (mats, etc.)
WARNING
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
DEVICE INSTALLATION
Electrical and electronic devices installed
after buying the car by after-market ser-
vice must carry the following label:
Fiat Auto S.p.A. authorises the installation
of transceiving devices provided that they
are installed according to rules of good en-
gineering practice respecting the manu-
facturer’s indications by a specialised cen-
tre.
IMPORTANT Traffic police may not allow
the car on the road in the event of as-
sembly of devices which imply modifica-
tions to the features of the car. This may
also cause lapse of warranty in relation to
faults caused by the change or either di-
rectly or indirectly related to it.
Fiat Auto S.p.A. shall not be liable for dam-
age caused by the installation of acces-
sories either not supplied or recom-
mended by Fiat Auto S.p.A. and/or in-
stalled in compliance with the provided in-
structions.
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PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG
fig. 15
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained into a special recess in the
dashboard, this cushion has a volume big-
ger than that of the driver.
fig. 14F0R0099m
fig. 15F0R0100m
The airbags are not deployed in the event
of collisions of low severity (for which the
withholding action of the seat belts is suf-
ficient). For this reason, the seat belt must
be worn at all times. In the case of side
collisions, the seat belts hold occupants in
the correct position and prevent being
thrown out of the car by a very violent
collision.
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.
Do not apply stickers or oth-
er objects on the steering
wheel, passenger side airbag cover or
side upholstery on roof. Do not place
objects on the passenger side dash-
board because these could interfere
with the correct opening of the airbag
(e.g. mobile phones) and cause severe
injury to occupants.
WARNINGIn the event of a collision, a person not
wearing a seat belt may be thrown for-
ward and con into contact with the bag
before it has fully opened. The protection
offered by the cushion is reduced in such
a case.
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.);
❒jamming of the car underneath other
vehicles or protective barriers (e.g. un-
derneath a truck or a guard rail); in this
case, the bags would offer no addition-
al protection with respect to the seat
belt and their deployment is unneces-
sary. No deployment in such cases is
consequently not the sign of a fault.
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CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer apply.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s in-
structions for maintenance.
IMPORTANT Check the battery charge
once a year, preferably before the begin-
ning to winter, to prevent freezing of the
electrolyte. Perform this inspection more
frequently if the car is mainly used for
short distances or if electrical devices run-
ning with the key off are installed, partic-
ularly after-market.
Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if
you want to install accessories (alarms,
mobile phone, etc.): they will suggest
the most suitable devices and advise
you if a higher capacity battery needs
to be installed.Batteries contain very dan-
gerous substances for the en-
vironment. You are recom-
mended to go to a Fiat Deal-
ership to have the battery replaced
where the old battery will be disposed
of respecting both the environment and
the laws in force.
If the car is left for long peri-
ods in very cold environ-
ments, remove the battery and store it
in a warm place to prevent freezing.
WARNING
Battery liquid is poisonous
and corrosive. Avoid contact
with the skin and eyes. Keep naked
flames and sources of sparks away
from the battery: risk of fire and ex-
plosion.
WARNING
Running the battery with an
excessively low liquid level
will damage the battery beyond re-
pair and even cause an explosion.
WARNING
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Pretensioners ...................................... 106
Prolonged car inactivity...................... 138
Protecting the environment ............. 102
Puddle lights.......................................... 74
– bulb replacement .......................... 174
Radio transmitters and cellular
telephones ......................................... 100
Radionavigator presetting system .... 104
Rain sensor............................................ 69
Rear ceiling lights
– bulb replacement........................... 165
– control ............................................ 72
Rear doors emergency
lock device.......................................... 79
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 162
– control button .............................. 75
Rear window washer
– control ............................................ 61
– fluid level ........................................ 200
Rear window wiper
– blades .............................................. 207
– control ............................................ 61
– nozzles ............................................ 208
Rearview mirrors
– door mirrors ................................. 47
– driving mirror ................................ 48Reconfigurable
Multifunctional Display ................... 32
Refuelling............................................... 101
Rev. counter......................................... 16
Reversing light ..................................... 162
Roof rack/ski rack .............................. 90
Rubber hoses ....................................... 194
Safety ................................................... 103
Seat adjustment ................................... 44
Seat belts
– general instructions ..................... 107
– load limiters ................................... 106
– maintenance .................................. 109
– using the seat belts ........................ 104
Seats
– adjustment ..................................... 44
– cleaning ........................................... 199
– tilting (rear seats).......................... 87
Side/taillights
– control ............................................ 57
– front bulb replacement................. 168
– rear bulb replacement.................. 170
Smart washing ..................................... 60
Smoker’s kit ......................................... 72
Snow chains ......................................... 131
Sound system ...................................... 99
Load limiters ...................................... 106
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement .......................... 161
– control ............................................ 66
– flashing ............................................ 66
Manual climate control system ........ 53
Multifunctional display........................ 23
Number plate light ............................ 164
Oddment compartments.................. 78
Paint ..................................................... 195
Parking .................................................. 125
Parking sensors.................................... 97
Performance ........................................ 214
Plates
– bodywork paint
identification plate ........................... 203
– model plate .................................... 202
Pollen filter ........................................... 190
Power socket ...................................... 73
Power steering .................................... 96
Power windows .................................. 79
Presetting for mounting the
“Isofix Universal” child
restraint system................................. 120
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