2012 FIAT BRAVO lock

SAFETY
SEAT BELTSUSING THE SEAT BELTS
The seat belt should be worn keeping the torso
straight and rested against the backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue A fig. 117
and insert it into the buckle B, until it clicks into
place.
On removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short
stretch, then pull it out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button C. Guide
the seat belt with your hand while it is rewinding,
to prevent it from twisting.Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to
the body of the passenger wearing it, allowing
freedom of movement.
The reel may lock when the car is parked on a
steep slope: this is perfectly normal. Furthermore,
the reel mechanism locks the belt if it is pulled
sharply or in the event of sudden braking, collisions
and high-speed bends.
The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat belts with
three anchor points and a reel for the side seats
and the middle one.
The rear seat belts must be used as shown in the
diagram in fig. 118.
fig. 117
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fig. 118
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Correct adjustment is obtained when the belt
passes approximately half way between the
shoulder and the neck.
WARNING
Make height adjustment of the seat
belts when the car is stationary.
WARNING
After adjustment , always check that
the cursor to which the ring is fastened
is locked in one of the preset positions.To do
this, with the button A fig. 120 released, exer t
a fur ther pressure to allow the anchor device
to catch if release did not take place at one of
the preset positions.
SBR SYSTEMThe vehicle is equipped with an SBR system (Seat
Belt Reminder) made up of a buzzer which,
together with the warning light
in the instrument
panel flashing, warns the driver and, on some
versions, the front passenger that their seat belt is
not fastened.
To permanently deactivate the buzzer, seek
assistance from a Fiat Dealership.
With a multifunction display, the SBR system can be
reactivated only at a Fiat Dealership.
With a reconfigurable multifunction display, the SBR
system can also be re-enabled through the setup
menu.
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PRETENSIONERSTo increase the efficiency of front and rear seat
belts (for versions/markets, where provided), the
car is fitted with pretensioners. These devices,
in the event of a violent frontal and side impact,
rewind the seat belts a few centimetres. In this way,
they ensure that the seat belt adheres perfectly to
the wearer before the restraining action begins.
The reel locks to indicate that the pretensioner has
intervened; the seat belt cannot be drawn back up
even when guiding it manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the pretensioning
device, wear the seat belt tight to the chest and
pelvis.
A slight discharge of smoke may be produced
during the activation of the pretensioner which is
not in harmful and does not involve any fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any maintenance
or lubrication. Any changes to their original
conditions will invalidate their efficiency. If, due to
unusual natural events (floods, sea storms, etc.), the
device has been affected by water and mud, it
must absolutely be replaced.
WARNING
The pretensioner may be used only
once. Go to a Fiat Dealership to have it
replaced after it has been deployed. Consult
the plate in the lower storage compar tment to
check the status of the pretensioners. Go to
a Fiat Dealership to have the device replaced
when the expiration date approaches.Operations which lead to knocks,
vibrations or localised heating (over
100°C for a maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioners may cause
damage or trigger them.These devices are not
affected by vibrations caused by irregularities of
the road surface or low obstacles such as kerbs,
etc . Contact a Fiat Dealership for any
assistance.
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger safety in an accident, the
front and rear seat belt reels (for versions/markets,
where provided) contain a load limiter which
controls the force acting on the chest and
shoulders during the restraining action of the belts
in the event of a frontal impact.
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the interior of the car may be covered with dusty
residue. This dust can irritate skin and eyes. Wash
with mild soap and water in the event of exposure.
3) Should an accident occur in which any of the
safety devices are activated, take the vehicle to
a Fiat Dealership to have the activated devices
replaced and to have the whole system checked.
Every control, repair and replacement operation
concerning the airbags must only be carried out at
a Fiat Dealership.
If you are having the car scrapped, have the airbag
system deactivated at a Fiat Dealership first. If
the car changes ownership, the new owner must be
informed of the method of use of the airbags and
the above warnings, and also be given this "Owner's
Handbook".
4) Pretensioners, front airbags and front side bags
are deployed differently according to the type of
collision. Failure to deploy of one or more of
the devices does not indicate a system malfunction.
WARNING
If the warning light
does not turn on
when the key is turned to MAR-ON,
or if it stays on when travelling (together with
the message on the display on some versions),
there could be a failure in the restraint
systems. If this is the case, the airbags or
pretensioners may not trigger in the event of
an accident or, less likely, they may trigger
accidentally. Contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
WARNING
The expiration dates of the explosive
charge and the clock spring are shown
on a specific label contained in the lower glove
compar tment . Contact a Fiat Dealership to
have the devices replaced when the expiration
date approaches.
WARNING
Do not travel carrying objects in your
lap, in front of your chest or between
your lips (pipe, pencils, etc .): they could cause
severe injur y if the airbag is deployed in an
accident .
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STARTING AND DRIVING
STARTING THE ENGINEThe car is fitted with an electronic engine lock
device: if the engine fails to start, see the paragraph
“The Fiat CODE system” in the section “Knowing
your car”.
The engine may be noisier during the first few
seconds of operation, especially after a long period
of inactivity. This characteristic feature of the
hydraulic tappet system does not compromise
functionality or reliability: the system chosen for
your car was designed to limit maintenance
interventions.
Engine starting is guaranteed to -18°C (Italy and
central Europe) and -20°C (Northern Europe).
We recommend that during the initial
period you do not demand to full
performance from the car (e.g. excessive
acceleration, long journeys at top speed, sharp
braking etc .).When the engine is switched off never
leave the key turned to MAR to prevent
useless current absorption from draining
the battery.
WARNING
It is dangerous to have the engine
running indoors.The engine consumes
oxygen and engine exhaust contains carbon
dioxide, carbon monoxide and other toxic
gasses.
WARNING
Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational
until the engine has been started, therefore
much effort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
STARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒put the gear lever into neutral;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as
soon as the engine starts.
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PARKINGProceed as follows:
❒stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
❒engage a gear (on a slope, engage first gear if the
car is facing uphill or reverse if it is facing
downhill) and leave the wheels steered.
If the car is parked on a steep slope, it is also
advisable to block the wheels with a wedge or
stone. Do not leave the ignition key on MAR-ON
to avoid draining the battery. Always remove the
key when you leave the car.
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake is located between the front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to operate the handbrake,
until the car is braked.
Four or five clicks are generally enough when the
car is on level ground while nine or ten may be
required if the car is on a steep slope and laden.
IMPORTANT If this is not the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the handbrake adjusted.
For cars equipped with a front armrest, lift this up
to ensure that it does not interfere with the action
of the handbrake.
WARNING
Never leave children in the unattended
car. Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the car and take it out with you.
When the handbrake is on and the ignition key is at
MAR-ON position, the warning light
will come
on in the instrument panel.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❒slightly lift the lever and press release button A
fig. 136;
❒keep button A pressed and lower the lever. The
warning light in the instrument panel will
switch off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this
operation to prevent the car from moving
accidentally.fig. 136
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EXCESSIVE ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position the
warning light switches on, but it should switch off
after a few seconds. The warning light turns on
when the engine is overheated. If the warning light
comes on, proceed as follows:
❒when driving normally:stop the car, stop the
engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait
for a few minutes for the engine to cool down
then slowly and carefully open the cap, top
up with coolant and check that the level is
between the MIN and MAX marks. Also check
visually for any fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the
warning light should come on again, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
❒If the car is used under demanding
conditions(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully
loaded): slow down and, if the light stays on, stop
the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine
running and slightly accelerated to further favour
the coolant circulation. Then stop the engine.
Check the correct coolant level as described
above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is
advisable to keep the engine on and slightly
accelerated for a few minutes before switching it
off.
The display will show the dedicated message.
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING
(red)
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when one or more doors are not
properly shut. An acoustic signal is activated with
the doors open and the car moving.LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT NOT
PROPERLY SHUT
This symbol (for versions/markets where provided)
switches on in the display when the luggage
compartment is not properly shut. On certain
versions warning light
comes on instead.
BONNET NOT PROPERLY SHUT
This symbol (for versions/markets where provided)
switches on in the display when the bonnet is not
properly shut. On certain versions warning light
comes on instead.
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The warning light will switch on when the system is
either not working or not available.
Under these circumstances, the braking system will
work as normal but without the extra performance
offered by the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
EBD FAILURE (red)
(amber)
If warning lightsand
are lit up at the same
time with the engine running, this indicates an EBD
system failure or that the system is not available.
Early locking of the rear wheels may occur in
the event of violent braking, causing the car to
swerve. Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system inspected
immediately. The display shows the dedicated
message.
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE /
ALARM FAILURE / BREAK-IN
ATTEMPT (amber)
Fiat CODE system failure
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light should flash once and then switch off. Thiswarning light (or symbol on the display), when on
constantly with the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON, indicates a possible failure (see “Fiat
CODE system” in "Knowing your car" chapter).
The display shows the dedicated message.
IMPORTANT Warning lights
and
(or the
symbol on the display) will switch on at the same
time to indicate a Fiat CODE system failure
If the
warning light (or symbol in the display) is
flashing, this means that the vehicle is not protected
by the engine immobilizer device (see “Fiat CODE
system” in the "Knowing your car" chapter).
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys
stored in the memory.
Alarm failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
A failure in the alarm system is signalled by this
warning light (or symbol in the display) switching
on. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Break-in attempt
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when a break-in attempt is detected.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
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