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To remove the fuel filler cap:
Open the fuel filler door.
Remove the cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
NOTE The cap holder (1) can hold the fu-
el filler cap (2) when refueling.
To reinstall the fuel filler cap:
Turn the cap clockwise until you hear
several clicks.
Close the fuel filler door.
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(1)
(2)
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Open
Close
If you need to replace the fu-
el cap, use a genuine Fiat cap
or its equivalent. Use of an improper
cap can result in a malfunction of the
fuel system or emission control system.
It may also result in fuel leakage in the
event of an accident.
WARNING
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IMPORTANT After folding the rear
seatback forward, do not allow any for-
eign material to enter the lock opening.
This may cause damage to the inside of
the lock and prevent the seatback from
being locked securely.

Pull the lock release strap (1) rearward
to unlatch the seat cushion.
FOLDING REAR SEATS
The rear seats of your vehicle can be fold-
ed forward to provide additional cargo
space.
To fold the rear seats forward:
Hook the webbing of the outboard lap-
shoulder belts in the belt hangers.
IMPORTANT When you move a seat-
back, make sure the belt webbing is
hooked in the seat belt hangers so the seat
belts are not caught by the seatback, seat
hinge, or seat latch. This helps prevent
damage to the belt system.
Make sure the belt webbing is not twist-
ed.
Stow the seat belt buckles of the cen-
ter and right seating position as shown
in the illustration.
IMPORTANT When you fold the rear
seatback forward, stow the seat belt buck-
les of the center and right seating position
into the seat first. This helps prevent be-
ing caught by the seat and being damaged.
Lower the adjustable head restraint
fully.
Pull the release lever on the top of each
split seat, and fold the seatbacks for-
ward.
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When you unlatch the rear
seat cushion, be careful that
your face or hands are not injured
from the seat popping up.
WARNING
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Unhook the strap (2) by pushing down
the hook as shown in the illustration.
Hook the strap (2) to the front seat
head restraint as shown in the illustra-
tion.
IMPORTANT When securing the folded
rear seat with a strap, adjust the strap
length so that the rear seat will not move.
Fold the entire seat forward.
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(2)
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(2)
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Luggage or other cargo
should be stowed in the lug-
gage compartment with the rear seat
in an upright position, whenever pos-
sible. If you need to carry cargo in the
passenger compartment with the rear
seat back folded forward, be sure to
secure the cargo or it may be thrown
about, causing injury. Never pile car-
go higher than the seatbacks.
WARNING
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Pull down the seat cushion until it locks
into place.IMPORTANT
When returning the rear seat cushion
to the normal position, make sure that
there is nothing around the striker. Any
foreign materials prevent the seat cush-
ion from being locked securely.
When returning the rear seat cushion
to the normal position, make sure that
there is nothing under the seat cushion.
This prevents damage to the seat cush-
ion.
Make sure that the rear seat cushion
is securely locked. If it is not, you will
see the partial red on the lock release
strap. To return the seat to the normal position,
follow the procedure below.
Unhook the strap from the head re-
straint and stow the strap to the back
of the seat cushion as shown in the il-
lustration. Make sure to adjust the strap
length to avoid any slack or twist.
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When returning the rear seat
cushion to the normal posi-
tion, be careful that your finger is not
caught between the lock and the
floor.
WARNING
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SUN VISOR
The sun visors can be pulled down to
block glare coming through the wind-
shield, or they can be unhooked and
turned to the side to block glare coming
through the side window.
IMPORTANT After securing the rear
seatback, make sure that it is locked se-
curely. If it is not, you will see red in the
release lever.
Do not put your hand into
the rear seatback lock open-
ing, or your finger may get caught and
be injured.
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LOCK UNLOCKRed
IMPORTANT When unhooking and
hooking a sun visor, be sure to handle it
by the hard plastic parts or the sun visor
can be damaged.
Raise the seatback until it locks into
place.
After returning the seat, try moving the
seat and seatback to make sure they are
securely latched.
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FRONT SEAT HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the ignition switch in the “ON” po-
sition, push in one or both of the seat
heater switches to warm the correspond-
ing seat(s). The indicator light below the
switch will also come on. To turn off the
seat heater, push in the switch again. The
indicator light below the switch will go off.
IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the
heater element:
Do not subject the front seats to heavy
impacts, such as children jumping on
them.
Do not cover the seat with any insu-
lating materials such as blankets or
cushions.
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Improperly using the seat
heater can be hazardous. An
occupant can suffer burns even if the
heating temperature is fairly low, if the
occupant is wearing thin pants, a thin
skirt or shorts and leaves the heater on
for long periods.
Avoid using the seat heater for these
occupants:
– People who have reduced feeling in
their legs, including the elderly or
those with certain disabilities.
– Small children, or anyone with sen-
sitive skin.
– People who are asleep or under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs
which make them tired.
WARNING
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Continue to lift up the hood until it is
high enough to support with the prop
rod.
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If the supporting rod is not
positioned correctly the bon-
net may fall violently.
WARNING
To close the engine hood:
Lift the hood up slightly and remove the
prop rod from the hole. Put the prop
rod back to the holding clip.
Lower the hood close to the bumper,
then let it drop down. Make sure the
hood is securely latched after closing.
For safety reasons the bon-
net must be closed properly
to avoid its opening while the vehi-
cle is travelling. Therefore, always
check it is properly closed and the
catch engaged. Should you notice
that the catch is not perfectly en-
gaged when travelling, stop the vehi-
cle immediately and close the bonnet.
WARNING
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CUP HOLDER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The cup holders are provided in the cen-
ter console.
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Do not use the cup holder to
hold cups containing hot liq-
uids, or sharpedged, hard or break-
able objects. Objects in the cup hold-
er may be thrown about during a sud-
den stop or impact, and could cause
personal injury.
WARNING
Pull the lid to open.
Bottle holder
You should hold a bottle with a cap in the
holder
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