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F0Z0025m
fig. 70
POWER WINDOW FRONT WINDOW WINDERS fig. 70
(for versions/markets where provided)
They operate with ignition key on MAR and for about two
minutes after positioning the key on STOP or removing it.
The two buttons are located besides the gearshift lever
(one for each side); they control:
A Opening/closing of left-hand door window.
B Opening/closing of right-hand door window.
Keep the driver’s door button pressed for a few seconds
to open or close the window automatically (only with key
at MAR).
Incorrect use of the power windows may
be dangerous. Before and during their op-
eration ensure that any passengers are not at risk
from the moving glass either by personal objects
getting caught in the mechanism or by being hit
by it directly.
WARNING
When leaving the car, always remove the
ignition key to avoid the risk of injury of
people still on board due to accidental operation
of the power windows.
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F0Z0064m
fig. 71
WINDOW WINDERS fig. 71
Window winders are fitted on the rear doors of all versions;
on some versions window winders are fitted also on front
doors. To open/close use the handle A.
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AIR BAGThe car is fitted with front air bags (for versions/markets
where provided) for the driver and the passenger and front
side bags (side bag – window bag).
FRONT AIR BAGS
The front driver/passenger air bags have been designed to
protect the occupants in the event of head-on crashes of
medium-high severity, by placing the cushion between the
occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.
Front air bags are designed to protect car’s passengers in
head-on crashes and therefore non-activation in other
types of collisions (side collisions, rear shunts, roll-overs,
etc.) is not a system malfunction.
An electronic control unit will make the bag inflate in the
event of a front crash.
The bag will inflate instantaneously placing itself between
the front passengers’ body and the structures which could
cause injury. It will deflate immediately afterwards.
Driver and passenger front airbags are not a replacement
of but complementary to the seat belts, which should al-
ways be worn, as specified by law in Europe and most non-
European countries.
In the event of an impact, those not wearing a seat belt will
move forward and come into contact with the bag which
is still inflating. The protection offered by the air bag cush-
ion is reduced in such a case.Front air bags may not be activated in the following situ-
ations:
❒
in collisions against highly deformable objects not af-
fecting the car front surface (e.g. bumper collision against
guard rail, etc.);
❒
car wedging under other vehicles or protective barri-
ers (e.g. trucks or guard rails);
they could not provide any additional protection compared
with seat belts, so their activation would be improper.
Therefore, failure to come into action in the above cir-
cumstances does not mean that the system is not work-
ing properly.
Do not apply stickers or other objects to
the steering wheel, to the passenger’s side
air bag cover side or on the side roof lining. Nev-
er put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the pas-
senger’s side dashboard since they could interfere
with proper air bag inflation and also cause seri-
ous injury to the passengers.
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F0Z0058m
fig. 114
F0Z0059m
fig. 115
IMPORTANT In the event of side crash, you can obtain
the best protection by the system keeping a correct po-
sition on the seat, allowing thus a correct window bag
deployment.
IMPORTANT The front air bags and/or side bags may be de-
ployed if the car is subject to heavy collisions or accidents
involving the underbody area, such as for example violent
shocks against steps, kerbs or low obstacles, falling of the car
in big holes or sags in the road.
IMPORTANT A small amount of dust will be released
when the air bags are deployed. The dust is harmless
and does not indicate the beginning of a fire. Furthermore,
the surface of the deployed bag and the interior of the
car may be covered with residual dust. This dust can irri-
tate skin and eyes.
SIDE AIRBAGS
(Side bag – Front Window bag)SIDE BAG fig. 114
It consists of an instant inflation bag housed in the back-
rest of the front seat and increases protection of the pas-
sengers’ chest in the event of a side crash of medium-high
severity.WINDOW BAG fig. 115The two “curtain” window bags are located behind the
side roof upholstery and are covered by special trimming.
They were designed to protect the head of front and rear
passengers in case of side collisions, thanks to the wide
cushion inflation surface.
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Wash with mild soap and water in the event of exposure.
The expiration date of the explosive charge and the coil
contact wire are shown on a specific label on the door
edge. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the devices re-
placed when the expiry date approaches.
IMPORTANT Should an accident occur in which any
of the safety devices is activated, take the car to a Fiat
Dealership to have the activated devices replaced and to
have the system checked.
Every control, repair and replacement operations con-
cerning the air bags must only be carried out at a Fiat
Dealership.
If case of car scrapping, have the air bag system deacti-
vated at a Fiat Dealership first. If the car changes owner-
ship, the new owner must be informed of the method of
use of air bags and the above warnings and also be given
this “Owner Handbook”.
Never rest head, arms and elbows on the
door, on the windows and in the window
bag area to prevent possible injuries during infla-
tion phase.
WARNING
Never lean head, arms and elbows out of
window.
WARNING
IMPORTANT Pretensioners, front air bags and side bags
are triggered in a differentiated manner, depending on the
type of crash. Failure to deploy of one of the devices does
not necessarily indicate a system malfunction.
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clutching is absolutely pointless on modern cars and also
increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and road allow, use
a higher gear. Using a low gear for faster acceleration will
increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear increases con-
sumption, emissions an engine wear.
Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases with speed.
Avoiding unnecessary braking and acceleration, which cost
in terms of both fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently increasing the revs will greatly af-
fect consumption and emissions: acceleration should be
gradual.
CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts will prevent the en-
gine from reaching optimal running temperature. This re-
sults in a significant increase in consumption levels (from
+15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and emission of harmful
substances. Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time needed.
Rear heated window, additional headlights, windscreen
wipers and heater fan need a considerable amount of en-
ergy, therefore a higher requirement of current involves
and increase of fuel consumption (up to +25% in the
urban cycle).
Climate control system
The climate control system 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.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic control
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 con-
sumption and emissions. It is therefore advisable to move
off immediately, slowly, avoiding high speeds: in this way
the engine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when starting at traffic lights or be-
fore switching off the engine. This and also double de-
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CAR INACTIVITYIf the car is to be left inactive for longer than a month,
the following precautions should be followed:❒
park the car in covered, dry and if possible well-venti-
lated premises;
❒
engage one gear;
❒
check that the handbrake is not engaged;
❒
disconnect the negative battery terminal and check bat-
tery charge. Repeat this check once every three months
during storage. Recharge if the optical indicator shows
a dark colour without the central green area;
❒
clean and protect the painted parts using protective
wax;
❒
clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special
compounds readily available;
❒
sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen and
rear window wiper blades and lift them off the glass;
❒
slightly open the windows;
❒
cover the car with a cloth or perforated plastic sheet.
Do not use sheets of non-perforated plastic as they do
not allow moisture on the car body to evaporate;
❒
inflate tyres to 0.5 bar above the standard specified pres-
sure and check it at intervals;
❒
if you don’t disconnect the battery from the electric sys-
tem, check its charge every month and recharge it if the
optical indicator shows a dark colour without the central
green area;
❒
do not drain the engine cooling system.
SNOW CHAINSThe use of snow chains should be in compliance with lo-
cal regulations.
The snow chains may be applied only onto the front wheel
tyres (drive wheels).
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first few
metres have been driven.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-
saver spare wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured
and chains are needed, a rear wheel should be fitted to the
front of the car and the space-saving spare wheel should
be fitted to the rear. This way with two normal drive
wheels, snow chains can be fitted to them to solve an
emergency.
Keep your speed down when snow chains
are fitted. Do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and also
avoid driving long distances on roads not covered
with snow in order to prevent damaging the car and
the roadbed.
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ESP SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light
turns on, but it should go off after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not go off or stays on together
with the LED on the button ASR OFF when travelling, con-
tact a Fiat Dealership.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated message.
NOTE The warning light flashing when driving indicates
that the ESP system is active.
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GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the following cir-
cumstances.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure is detected in en-
gine oil pressure sensor. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have
the failure fixed as soon as possible.
Water in diesel fuel filter
See what described for warning light
c.
Inertia fuel cut-off switch tripped
The warning light comes on when the inertia fuel cut-off
switch is triggered. The display shows the dedicated
message.
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EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE (amber)
The warning light will come on (some versions
only) when a failure to one of the following lights
is detected:
– side lights;
– brake lights (third brake light excluded);
– rear fog lights;
– direction indicators;
– number plate lights.
The failure referring to these lights could be: one or more
blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or an electric con-
nection cut-off.
The display shows the dedicated message.
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REAR FOG LIGHTS (amber)
The warning light turns on when the rear fog
lights are turned on.
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HEATED REAR WINDOW (amber)
The warning light turns on when switching the
heated rear window on.
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