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Below is a summary of the
rules of safety to be followed for
carrying children:
❒The recommended position for in-
stalling child’s seat is on the rear seat,
as it is the most protected in the case
of a crash.
❒If the passenger’s air bag is deactivat-
ed always check the amber warning
light “on the cluster to make sure
that it has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions sup-
plied with the child restraint system
which are mandatory by law. Keep the
instructions in the car along with the
other papers and this handbook. Do
not use child seats without instruc-
tions.
❒Always check the seat belt is well fas-
tened by pulling the webbing.
❒Only one child is to be strapped to
each retaining system.
❒Always check the seat belts do not fit
around the child’s throat.
❒While travelling, do not let the child
sit incorrectly or release the belts.
❒Never carry children on your lap, even
newborns. No-one, however strong,
can hold a child in the event of an ac-
cident.
❒In case of an accident, replace the
child’s seat with a new one.
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.
WARNING
“ISOFIX” CHILD
RESTRAINT
ASSEMBLY SETUP
This car is preset for mounting the Uni-
versal Isofix child restraint system, a new
European standardised system for carry-
ing children safely.
It is possible to fit either traditional re-
straint systems and “Isofix” restraint sys-
tems.
An example of child seat is shown in
Fig. 14.
The Universal Isofix child’s seat covers
weight group: 1.
Specific Isofix systems are provided for the
other weight classes and may be used on-
ly if specifically designed, tested and ap-
proved for use on this car (see list of cars
attached to the child restraint).
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fig. 15F0H0140m
Fit the child seat when the
car is stationary. The child
seat is correctly anchored to the
brackets when you hear the click. Fol-
low the instructions for assembly, dis-
assembly and positioning that the
manufacturer must supply with the
child seat.
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fig. 14F0H0019m
Due to its different anchoring system, an
Isofix child restraint must be anchored to
the proper lower metal rings A-fig. 15,
between rear seat back and cushion. The
upper belt (provided with the child re-
strain) must be then secured to ring D-
fig. 16set in the boot at child’s seat lev-
el.
fig. 16F0H0143m
Remember that in case of Universal Isofix
child restrain systems, you can only use all
those seats approved with the marking
ECE R44/03 “Universal Isofix”.
Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child seat is
available from Lineaccessori Fiat.
For any further details on installation/use,
refer to the “Instruction Manual” for the
child seat.
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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD SEAT USE
The table below, according to ECE 16 European Directive, shows the different installation possibilities of Isofix restraint systems
on seats fitted with Universal Isofix fasteners.
Weight group Orientation Isofix position class seat Isofix size side rear
Group 0 to 10 kg
Group 0+ up to 13 kg
Group I from 9
up to 18 kg
Facing backwards
Facing backwards
Facing backwards
Facing backwards
Facing backwards
Facing backwards
Facing forwards
Facing forwards
Facing forwardsE
E
D
C
D
C
B
B1
AIL
IL
IL
IL (*)
IL
IL (*)
IUF
IUF
IUF
IUF suitable for Isofix child restraint systems to be set facing forwards, universal class (fitted with third upper fastener), ap-
proved for the weight group.
IL: suitable for special child restraint systems. Isofix type suitable and tested for this type of car. The seat may be installed by
moving the front seat forward.
(*) Arrange the Isofix seat with the front seat in all up position.
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fig. 18F0H0145m
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG
fig. 18
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained into a special recess Ain the
dashboard, this cushion has a volume big-
ger than that of the driver.
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. During side collisions
the seat belts hold passengers in the cor-
rect position and prevent ejection from
the vehicle during very violent collisions.
Do not apply stickers or oth-
er objects on the steering
wheel in zone A-fig. 18, passenger side
airbag cover or side upholstery on
roof. Do not place objects on the pas-
senger side dashboard because these
could interfere with the correct open-
ing of the airbag (e.g. mobile phones)
and cause severe injury to occupants.
WARNING
Do not arranged cradle
child restraints facing back-
wards if the passenger’s airbag is on.
Deployment of the airbag in an ac-
cident could cause fatal injuries to the
baby.
WARNING
If the car is provided with a
front passenger airbag, de-
activate the airbag when ar-
ranging a child restraint seat
on the front seat. Move the
passenger seat as far back
as possible to avoid contact between
the child seat and the dashboard. Al-
though this is not mandatory by law,
the air bag should be immediately re-
activated when children are no longer
carried to ensure better protection
for adults.
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To deactivate the passen-
ger’s front air bag and the
side bag (where provided), refer to
“”Multifunctional display” paragraph
in the “Dashboard and controls”
chapter.
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MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG
AND SIDE BAG
(where provided)
Should it be absolutely necessary to car-
ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s
front air bag and the Side Bag (where pro-
vided) can be deactivated.
The instrument panel warning light
“ill
stay on glowing steadily until reactivat-
ing the passenger’s front air bag and the
Side Bag (where provided).
SIDE AIRBAGS (Side
bags - Window bags)
(where provided)
SIDE BAGS fig. 19
The side bags are arranged in the front
seat backrests and inflate instantly to pro-
tect the chest of occupants in case of
medium-to-high severity crashes.
Side bags are not a replacement of but
complementary to the belts, which you
are recommended to always wear, as
specified by law in Europe and most non-
European countries.
IMPORTANT In the event of side crash,
you can obtain the best protection by the
system keeping a correct position on the
seat, allowing thus a correct window bag
unfolding.
Do not cover the backrest of
the front seats with covers
which are not suitable for use with
side bags.
WARNING
Lineaccessori Fiat has covers suitable for
seats with side bags.
WINDOW BAGS fig. 20
The window bags are accommodated in
the side roof upholstery and are covered
by special trimming. They protect the head
of front and rear occupants in case of side
collisions. The bags are very large.
fig. 19F0H0147m
fig. 20F0H0148m
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Have the airbag system
checked by a Fiat Dealership
if the car was stolen, if theft was at-
tempted, or if the car was subjected
to vandalism or flooding.
WARNING
Airbags may be deployed if
another vehicle crashes if the
key is inserted and at MAR also if the
engine is not running and the car is
stationary. For this reason, children
must never sit on the front seat, even
if the car is not moving. On the oth-
er hand, if the key is inserted and at
STOP, none of the safety devices
(airbag or pretensioners) will be de-
ployed in a collision. Non deployment
of the devices in this case does not in-
dicate a system fault.
WARNING
Do not travel carrying ob-
jects in your lap, in front of
your chest or between your lips (pipe,
pencils, etc.): they could cause severe
injury if the airbag is deployed.
WARNING
When the ignition key is
turned to MAR, the warning
light
“(with passenger’s front air
bag active) turns on and flashes for
few seconds to remind that passen-
ger’s air bag will be deployed in a
crash, after which it should go off.
WARNING
Do not wash the seats with
water or steam under pres-
sure (by hand or in automatic wash-
ing station for seats).
WARNING
Front air bag deployment
takes place at a higher level
of impact than the pretensioners. For
collisions in the range between the
two thresholds, it is normal for only
the pretensioners to be activated.
WARNING
Do not attach rigid objects
to the coat hooks and sup-
port handles.
WARNING
An airbag is not a replace-
ment for the seat belts but
increases their efficiency. Further-
more, since front air bags are not de-
ployed in low speed collisions, side
collisions, rear-end shunts or roll-
overs, the passengers are only pro-
tected by the seat belts which must
be fastened at all times.
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Proceed as follows:
❒Stop the engine and engage the hand-
brake;
❒Engage a gear (on a slope, engage first
gear if the vehicle is faced uphill or re-
verse if it is faced downhill) and leave
the wheels steered.
If the car is parked on a steep slope, it is
further advisable to block the wheels with
a wedge or stone. Avoid parking for a long
time with one wheel on the pavement or
steered against the kerb. Do not leave the
key in the ignition switch at MARto pre-
vent draining the battery. Always remove
the key when you leave the car.
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake lever is located between
the two front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to operate the
handbrake.
Four or five notches are normally suffi-
cient to lock the car on flat terrain, while
nine or ten may be necessary on a steep
slope with the car loaded.
IMPORTANT If this is not the case, con-
tact Fiat Dealership to have the handbrake
adjusted.When the handbrake lever is pulled up
and the ignition key is at MAR, the in-
strument panel warning light
xwill turn
on.
Proceed as follows to release the hand-
brake:
❒slightly lift the handbrake and press re-
lease button A-fig. 1;
❒hold the button Apressed and lower
the lever; the warning light xon the
instrument panel will go out.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out
this operation to prevent the car from
moving accidentally.
IMPORTANT if the handbrake lever tends
to reach end of stroke (groove on the
central tunnel), go to a Fiat dealership to
have the handbrake adjusted correctly.fig. 1F0H0149m
Never leave children unat-
tended in the car. Always re-
move the ignition key when leaving
the car and take it out with you.
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Headlight beam corrector
(electric corrector) .................. 82
Headlights ...................................... 82
Heated rear window ...... 45-48-52
Heating and ventilation................ 45
Identification data ....................... 182
Ignition switch .............................. 18
In an emergency ........................... 133
inertia fuel switch.......................... 67
Instrument panel .......................... 7
Interior ........................................... 180
Interior equipment
- card holder................................ 69
- cup/can holder.......................... 69
- current socket.......................... 70
- glove compartment ................. 68
- oddment compartments
(upper) ....................................... 68
- oddment shelf on roof ........... 70
- rear door compartment
- unit on roof ............................ 68Isofix child seat ............................. 103
Jack ................................................. 141
Key and door locking kit ........... 10
Keys ................................................. 11
Levels
- checking ................................... 167
Light buttons ................................. 66
Load limiters ................................. 97
Lubricants (features) .................... 196
Main beam headlights
- bulb replacement .................. 147
- controls .................................... 58
- flashing ...................................... 58
Manual climate control ............... 48
Mobile phone
- setup .......................................... 85
Multifunctional display
(on comfort panel) ..................... 23
Multifunctional display
(on modal panel) ........................ 20
Number plate light
- bulb replacement .................. 151
Oddment compartments
(upper) ......................................... 68
On board instruments ................ 19
Parking sensors ............................ 88
Performance ................................. 193
Plates .............................................. 182
Power socket................................. 70
Power windows
- electric ..................................... 74
- rear manual ............................... 75
Protecting the environment ...... 92
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones ......................................... 86
Rain sensor ................................... 61
Raising the vehicle ....................... 158
Rear fog light
- bulb replacement .................. 150
- control buttons ....................... 66
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