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Fig. 32F0H0737m
ADJUSTING THE
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel can be adjusted in
height A-fig. 32and in depth B.
To carry out the adjustment, proceed as
follows:
❒release the lever by pulling it towards
the steering wheel (position 2);
❒adjust the steering wheel as required;
❒release the lever by pushing it for-
wards (position 1);
Any adjustment of the steer-
ing wheel position must be
carried out only with the car station-
ary and the engine turned off.
WARNING
Under no circumstances
should aftermarket opera-
tions involving steering system or
steering column modifications (e.g.:
installation of anti-theft device) be
carried out that could badly affect
performance and safety. This also
causes the warranty to become null
and void and results in vehicle non-
compliance with type-approval re-
quirements.
WARNING
ADJUSTING THE SEATS
FRONT SEATS
Fore/aft adjustment
Lift lever A-fig. 33and push the seat for-
wards and backwards to reach the re-
quired position: your arms should rest on
the steering wheel rim while you are dri-
ving.
Check that the seat is locked well on the
guides by trying to push it forwards and
backwards.
Adjusting the height
(driver’s seat) (where provided)
Move lever
B-fig. 33upwards or down-
wards to achieve the required height.
IMPORTANT Sit in the driver’s seat with
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HEADREST
FRONT
The head restraints can be adjusted in
height.
To adjust the height: pull the head re-
straint upwards or press button A-fig. 49
and push it downwards. Make sure that
is clicks at the end of the operation.
Extracting the head restraint
Press button B-fig. 50to extract the
head restraint.
fig. 49F0H0052mfig. 50F0H0237m
fig. 51F0H0053m
REAR SIDE AND CENTRAL
(where provided)
The head restraints can be adjusted in
height.
To raise them, simply move the head re-
straints up until you hear the click.
To lower them, press button C-fig. 51.
To extract them (not needed for normal
configurations) press button D.
If side bags are fitted, using
seat covers other than those
from Lineaccessori Fiat is dangerous.
WARNINGTravelling without head re-
straints is dangerous.
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The buzzer can be deactivated (until the
next engine stop) as follows:
❒fasten the driver’s seat belt;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒wait for over 20 seconds and then re-
lease one of the seat belts.
For permanent deactivation, contact the
Fiat Dealership.
The S.B.R. can only be reactivated using
the setup menu (see the “Warning lights
and messages” chapter, “Seat belt remin-
der” paragraph).
For other versions, the system must also
be reactivated by a Fiat Dealership.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT SEAT
BELT HEIGHT
(where provided)
Always adjust the seat belt height to the
passenger’s body: this precaution may
considerably reduce the risk of injury in
the event of a collision. Correct regulation is obtained when the
belt passes approximately half way
between the shoulder and the neck.
To adjust, move the grip A-fig. 4of the
locking mechanism either up or down and
at the same time move the ring B to the
most suitable of the allowed positions.
USING THE MIDDLE SEAT BELT
(where provided)
The seat belt is provided with a double
buckle and fastening tab.
To prepare the seat belt for use, extract
the tabs from seat H and P-fig. 5of the
winder and pull the seat belt, making the
webbing run. Avoid twisting and tugging.
Then insert tab G-fig. 6into the buckle
Lwith button M.
Remember that in the event
of a violent collision, back
seat passengers not wearing seat belts
also represent a serious danger for
the front seat passengers.
WARNING
The height of the seat belts
must be adjusted with the
car at a standstill.
WARNING
After adjustment, always
check that the cursor to whi-
ch the ring is fastened is locked in one
of the set positions. Release the grip
and push downwards to enable the
locking device to click if the grip has
not been released in one of the pos-
sible positions.
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HOW TO KEEP THE
SEAT BELTS ALWAYS IN
EFFICIENT CONDITIONS
❒always use the belt with the tap taut
and never twisted; make sure that it is
free to run without impediments;
❒Replace the belt after a serious acci-
dent even if it does not appear dama-
ged. Always replace the belt if the pre-
tensioners where deployed.
❒To clean the belt, wash by hand with
water and mild soap, rinse and leave
to dry in the shade. Do not use strong
detergents, bleach, paints or any other
substance which could damage the belt
fibres;
❒Keep the reels dry: correct operation
may only be ensured if the reels are
dry.
❒replace the seat belt when showing si-
gnificant wear or cut signs.
CARRYING CHILDREN
SAFELY
For optimum 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.
A child’s head is larger and heavier in pro-
portion to its body and the child’s mu-
scular and bone structures are not fully
developed. For this reason, they require
restraint systems which are different from
those used by adults to protect them in
the event of an accident. The research re-
sults in relation to the best protection for
children is illustrated in European Regu-
lation EEC-R44 which divides the restraint
systems into five groups in addition to
making their use compulsory:
Group 0 - up to 10 kg of weight
Group 0+ - up to 13 kg of weight
Group 1 9-18 kg of weight
Group 2 15-25 kg of weight
Group 3 22-36 kg of weightAs it may be noted, the groups overlap
partly and in fact, in commerce it is pos-
sible to find devices that cover more than
one weight group.
All child restraint devices must bear the
certification data, together with the con-
trol brand, on a solidly fixed label which
must absolutely never be removed.
When over 1.50 m in height, from the
point of view of restraint systems, children
are considered as adults and have to wear
the standard seat belts.
Lineaccessori Fiat includes child restraint
systems for each weight group. These de-
vices are recommended having been spe-
cifically designed for Fiat cars.
Do not place a cradle seat
facing backwards on the
front seat if the passenger side airbag
is on. Deployment of the airbag in an
accident could cause fatal injuries to
the baby regardless of the severity of
the collision. It is advisable to carry
children in an appropriate restraint
system on the rear seat which is the
most protected position in the event
of an accident.
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CHANGE A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒When a bulb is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before replacing it: refer to the “If a fu-
se blows” paragraph in this chapter for
fuse location.
❒before changing a bulb check the con-
tacts for oxidation;
❒Burnt bulbs must be replaced by
others of the same type and power.
❒Always check the height of the head-
light beam after changing a bulb. Versions with alloy rims
❒Check that the hub contact surfaces
are clean;
❒fit the normal wheel centring it on the
pins, lead in the fastening screws and
tighten them using the wrench provi-
ded;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒using the wrench provided, fully tigh-
ten the bolts in the sequence shown
in fig. 16.
❒snap fit the wheel cup on the hub.
When you have finished
❒stow the spare wheel C-fig. 11 in the
space provided in the boot;
❒Fit the jack partially open in its box B-
fig. 11forcing it lightly to prevent it
from vibrating when travelling;
❒put the tools back into their places in
the container;
❒arrange the container and tools in the
spare wheel and secure the fastening
device A-fig. 11;
❒rearrange the preformed boot cover
correctly.
Modifications or repairs to
the electrical system (elec-
tronic control units) that are not car-
ried out properly or do not take the
technical specifications of the system
into account can cause malfunctions
leading to the risk of fire.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
surised gas which may cau-
se small fragments of glass to be
projected outwards if the bulb is
broken.
WARNING
Halogen lamps must be hand-
led holding the metallic part
only. Touching the transpa-
rent part of the bulb with
your fingers may reduce the intensity
of the emitted light and even compro-
mise duration of the lamp itself. In the
case of accidental contact, rub the
lamp with a cloth and spirit and leave
to dry.IMPORTANT A slight misting may appear
on the internal surface of the headlight:
this does not indicate a fault and is cau-
sed by low temperature and the degree of
humidity in the air. Misting will rapidly di-
sappear when the headlights are switched
on. The presence of drops inside the head-
lights indicates infiltration of water. Go to
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fig. 5F0H0229m
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Radial type tu-
beless tyres. All approved tyres are listed
in the Log Book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner’s handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
Respect the prescribed size to ensure sa-
fety of the car in movement. Fit tyres of
the same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.HOW TO READ TYRE DATA
Example: 185/65 R 14 86 T
185 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm
between sidewalls).
65 = Height/width ratio (H/S) as a per-
centage.
R = Radial tyre
14 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
86 = Load rating (capacity)
T = Maximum speed rating SPACE SAVER SPARE WHEEL
(where provided)
Pressed steel rim Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured between
rims: 0 ±1 mm.
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DIMENSIONS
Dimensions are expressed in mm and re-
fer to the vehicle equipped with its origi-
nal tyres.
Height is measured with vehicle unladen.
Luggage compartment volume
Capacity with vehicle unladen
(V.D.A. standards): . . . . . . 315 dm
3
F0H0301m
AB C D E F) G I
3930 794 2508 628 1660 (●) 1434 1698 1424
(*) Minor variations in size are possible depending on the dimensions of the rims
(●) 1690 with roof bars
fig. 6
PERFORMANCE
Top permissible speed after initial car use in km/h.
1.216V1.48V (◊)1.416V1.3 Multijet 70 CV 1.3 Multijet 90 CV 1.3 Multijet 95 CV 1.6 Multijet
163 163 175 159 173 175 190
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Rear view mirrors ....................... 42
Rear window wiper
- blades ........................................ 177
- controls .................................... 62
- nozzles ....................................... 176
Rearscreen washer
- controls .................................... 62
- fluid level .................................. 171
Refulling ......................................... 90
Rev counters ................................ 19
Reversing light
- bulb replacement .................. 150
Rims ................................................ 190
Roof rails ...................................... 81
Rubber hoses ................................ 176
Safety .............................................. 93
Seat belts
- general information ................ 97
- height adjustment ................... 95
- maintenance ............................. 99- warming up the engine once
started ....................................... 113
Starting up and driving ................ 111
Steering lock ................................. 18
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 36
Steering ........................................... 188
Storing the car .............................. 122
Storing the car ............................... 122
Sun roof ......................................... 72
Sun visors ...................................... 71
Suspension ..................................... 188
Symbols ........................................... 9
Technical data ............................. 181
Third brake light
- bulb replacement .................. 151
Towing the car ............................. 159
Towing trailers ............................. 117
Transmission ................................. 187
Two-zone automatic climate
control system ............................ 51 - S.B.R. system............................. 94
- use .............................................. 94
Seatbelt tensioners ...................... 97
Seats ................................................ 36
Side air bags .................................. 108
Side lights
- bulb replacement .................... 149
- controls .................................... 58
Smart washing .............................. 61
Snow chains .................................. 121
Spark plugs .................................... 185
Speedometer ................................. 8
Starting the engine ........................ 112
- bump starting............................ 135
- ignition switch .......................... 18
- jump starting ............................ 134
- procedure for Multijet
versions ..................................... 112
- procedure for petrol
versions ...................................... 112
- stopping the engine ................. 113