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F0V0019mfig. 56
FRONT FOG LIGHTS fig. 56
(for versions/markets where provided)
Press button 5to switch them on. The warning light 5
in the instrument panel will come on.
When the fog lights are on, the side lights also come on,
while the daytime running lights go off irrespective of the
position of the twist switch.
Press the button again to turn the lights off.
REAR FOG LAMPS fig. 56
Press button
4to switch them on when the dipped head-
lamps or front fog lamps are on. The warning light
4in the
instrument panel will come on.
Press the button again to turn the lights off, or turn off the
dipped headlamps and/or the front fog lamps (where pro-
vided).
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
This system triggers after a collision and activates the fol-
lowing:
❒cut-off of fuel supply with consequent switching off of
the engine;
❒doors automatically unlocked;
❒switching on of all interior lights.
When the system has been triggered, the message “Fuel
cut off, see handbook” is displayed on some versions.
Check carefully for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the vehicle or near the tank area.
After a crash, turn the ignition key to STOP to avoid drain-
ing the battery.
CONTROLS
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
They are turned on by pressing switch A-fig. 56, regard-
less of the ignition key position. With the device on, warn-
ing lights
Îand¥light up in the instrument panel. Press
switch A again to turn the lights off.
WARNING The use of hazard warning lights is governed
by the highway code of the country you are in. Keep to
the rules.
Emergency braking
(for versions/markets where provided)
During emergency braking, the hazard warning lights come
on automatically and warning lights
Îand¥light up in the
panel at the same time. They go out automatically as soon
as the emergency braking is over. This function complies
with the relevant legal regulations currently in force.
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F0V0078mfig. 81
F0V0080mfig. 80
WINDOW OPENING MECHANISM
FRONT ELECTRIC WINDOWS
Buttons fig. 82 have been provided on the driver’s door
panel to control the following functions with the ignition
key turned to MAR:
A: Opening/closing left window
B: Opening/closing right window
Push button A or B to open/close the appropriate win-
dow.
When one of the two buttons is pressed briefly, the win-
dow moves in stages; if the button is held down, continu-
ous automatic operation is activated both for closing and
opening. Press button A or B again to stop the window
in its current position.
The window opening mechanism is fitted with a security
system (where provided) that can detect the presence of
an obstacle whilst the window is closing; when this hap-
pens, the system kicks in and the movement of the glass
is immediately reversed. Opening the second swing door
After having opened the first door, pull handle A-fig. 81
in the direction shown by the arrow.
WARNING Pull handle A-fig. 81 only in the direction
shown in the diagram.
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ABS SYSTEM
(for versions/markets where provided)
This is an integral part of the braking system, which pre-
vents one or more wheels from locking or slipping re-
gardless of the road surface conditions and braking action,
giving the best control during emergency braking.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force Distribution)
completes the system, allowing the braking action to be
distributed between the front and rear wheels.
WARNING For maximum efficiency of the braking sys-
tem, a bedding-in period of about 500 km is needed: dur-
ing this period it is better to avoid sharp, repeated and pro-
longed braking.
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can tell the ABS system has come into action
because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the system
gets noisier: it means that the vehicle speed should be al-
tered to suit the type of road surface. Headlamp alignment adjustment
To adjust, press buttons Òandfig. 100 on the control
panel.
The display located on the instrument panel provides the
visual indication of the positions during the adjustment op-
eration.
Position 0 – one or two people in the front seats.
Position 1 – five people.
Position 2 – five people + load in the boot.
Position 3 – driver + maximum permitted load stowed in
the luggage compartment.
WARNING Check the light beam alignment every time
the load transported changes.
FOG LIGHT DIRECTION
(for versions/markets where provided)
Contact the Fiat Service Network to have the direction
checked and, if necessary, adjusted.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN
ABROAD
The dipped headlamps are adjusted to work in the coun-
try where the vehicle was originally purchased. When in
countries where you drive on the other side of the road,
you need to alter the light beam direction by affixing a spe-
cially designed self-adhesive film in order not to dazzle the
vehicles travelling in the opposite direction. This film is
provided by Lineaccessori Fiat and is available at Fiat Ser-
vice Network.
When the ABS intervenes and you notice
the brake pedal pulsating, do not be afraid
to keep the pedal pushed down. This will help you
to stop in the shortest distance possible, depend-
ing on the road conditions.
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F0V0039mfig. 104
❒heated rear windscreen on;
❒windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❒particulate filter regeneration in progress (diesel en-
gines only);
❒driver’s door not shut;
❒driver’s seat belt not fastened;
❒reverse gear engaged (for example, during parking ma-
noeuvres);
❒automatic climate control is on and a comfortable tem-
perature has not yet been reached or MAX – DEF func-
tion enabled.
❒during the first period of use, to initialise the system
In the above cases, the warning light flashes fig. 103 and,
where available, there is a message in the display.
RESTARTING CONDITIONS
For reasons of comfort, limiting pollutant emissions and
safety purposes, the power unit can restart automatically
without any action on behalf of the driver if certain con-
ditions are met, including:
❒battery not sufficiently charged;
❒windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❒reduced braking system vacuum, e.g. following the
brake pedal being pressed repeatedly; MANUAL ACTIVATION AND
DEACTIVATION
The device can be activated/deactivated via button A-fig.
104 located to the side of the handbrake. When the func-
tion is not active, the button LED is on.
In addition, on some versions, additional information con-
cerning the deactivation or activation of the Start&Stop
system is given through a message in the display.
FAILED ENGINE CUT-OUT CONDITIONS
With the device activated, for reasons of comfort, limiting
emissions and safety, the engine does not stop in certain
conditions, including:
❒engine still cold;
❒particularly cold outside temperatures, where the ap-
propriate indication is provided;
❒battery not sufficiently charged;
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The handbrake is located between the two front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to engage the handbrake and en-
sure that the vehicle does not move.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a long drive, you should allow the
engine to “catch its breath” before turning it off by let-
ting it idle to allow the temperature in the engine com-
partment to fall.
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. This could cause
fuel to flow into the catalytic converter and
damage it beyond repair.
The vehicle should be secured after sev-
eral clicks of the lever. If it is not, contact
a FIAT Dealership to have it adjusted.
WARNING
When the handbrake is on and the ignition key is at MAR,
the instrument panel warning light
xwill come on.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❒lift the lever slightly and press release button A-fig. 126;
❒hold button A down and lower the lever. The xwarn-
ing light on the instrument panel will go out.
Depress the brake pedal when carrying out this opera-
tion to prevent the vehicle from moving accidentally.