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❒tilt the rear seats fully forward (see
paragraph “Extending the boot” in this
section);
❒press lever B inside the boot.
EXTENDING THE BOOT
Partial extension (1/3 or 2/3) fig. 83
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The boot can be partially (1/3 or 2/3) or
totally extended by splitting the rear seat.
Proceed as follows:
❒ fully lower the rear seat head restraints;
❒check that the seat belt is not twisted;
❒tilt the cushions forward as shown by
the arrow fig. 81;
❒lift handle A or B-fig. 82 to release re-
spectively the left or right part of the
backrest and guide the backrest onto
the cushion. The boot extension to the right makes it
possible to carry two passengers on the
left part of the rear seat. The boot ex-
tension to the left makes it possible to car-
ry one passenger on the right side of the
rear seat.
fig. 81F0M0096mfig. 82F0M0097m
fig. 83F0M0137m
Maximum extension fig. 84
Tilting the whole rear seat forwards gives
maximum loading volume.
Proceed as follows:
❒ fully lower the rear seat head restraints;
❒check that the seat belts are not twisted;
❒tilt the cushions forward as shown by
the arrow fig. 81;
❒lift handles A
and B-fig. 82 to release
the backrests and guide them onto the
cushion.
IMPORTANT If, after tilting the rear seat,
you have to remove the parcel shelf, po-
sition it as shown in fig. 86.
fig. 84F0M0098m
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fig. 86F0M0101m
fig. 88F0M0099m
fig. 85F0M0221m
REMOVING THE PARCEL SHELF
To remove the parcel shelf in order to
extend the boot: release the upper ends
A-fig. 86 by removing the eyelets from
the pins, unhook and swivel the parcel
shelf in its seat and then release both pins
fig. 87 from the side holes.
Once removed, the parcel shelf can be po-
sitioned between the back of the front
seats and the folded cushion of the rear
seat fig. 88.
fig. 87F0M0222m
Repositioning the rear seat fig. 85
Raise the backrests and push them back
until hearing the locking click of both retainers.
Position seat belt buckles upwards and set
the cushion in the normal position of use.
IMPORTANT The backrest is correctly
secured when the red band next to the
handles disappears. This red band indicates
that the backrest is not secured. When re-
turning the backrest to its normal posi-
tion, make sure it is correctly fastened and
you hear the lock click.
Make sure the backrest is properly se-
cured at both sides to prevent it moving
forward in the event of sharp braking that
may cause injuries to passengers.
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HEADLIGHTS
LIGHT BEAM DIRECTION
The correct direction of the headlights is
essential for the comfort and safety of the
driver and other road users. The head-
lights must be correctly directed to ensure
the best visibility. Contact a Fiat Dealer-
ship to have the direction checked and, if
necessary, adjusted.
HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT
CORRECTOR
This device works with the key at MAR
and the dipped beam headlights on. The
car will slant backwards when it is loaded,
raising the light beam. The beams must
therefore be aimed again in this case. Headlight alignment adjustment
fig. 94
To adjust, press buttons
Òand Óon the
control panel.
The display located on the instrument pan-
el provides the visual indication of the po-
sitions during the adjustment operation.
Position 0– one or two people on front
seats.
Position 1– five people.
Position 2– five people + load in the boot.
Position 3– driver + maximum admitted
load in the boot.
IMPORTANT Check the beam alignment
every time the load transported changes.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
ALIGNMENT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the di-
rection checked and, if necessary, adjusted.
fig. 94F0M0103m
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Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or ski rack from the
roof after use. These accessories decrease
aerodynamic penetration and have a neg-
ative effect on fuel consumption. It is bet-
ter to use a trailer to transport particu-
larly bulky objects.
Electrical devices
Use electrical devices only for the amount
of time needed. The heated rear window,
auxiliary headlights, windscreen wipers and
fan heater use up a considerable amount
of current, causing increased fuel con-
sumption (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Air conditioning
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel con-
sumption (on average up to +20%). If the
temperature outside is not too extreme,
try and use the air vents.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified spoilers may ad-
versely affect aerodynamics and fuel con-
sumption. DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high
revs when the vehicle is stationary; this
causes the engine to warm up more slow-
ly, thereby increasing fuel consumption
and emissions. It is advisable to set off im-
mediately and slowly, avoiding high revs:
this allows the engine to warm up more
quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when stationary at traf-
fic lights or before stopping the engine.
The latter action, like double declutching,
is entirely unnecessary and causes in-
creased fuel consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and
road conditions allow. Using a low gear
for faster acceleration will increase fuel
consumption.
In the same way, improper use of a high
gear increases fuel consumption, emissions
and engine wear.SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to save fuel and reduce the
amount of toxic emissions released into
the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Scheduled Service
Plan”.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressure at least once
every 4 weeks: if the pressure is too low,
consumption levels increase as resistance
to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
The weight of the car (especially when dri-
ving in town) and its arrangement greatly
affect fuel consumption and stability.
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DOOR OPEN (red)
On certain versions, the warn-
ing light turns on when one or
more doors or the boot are not proper-
ly closed.
A specific message is displayed on certain
versions.
You will hear a warning sound if a door
is open and the car is moving.
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“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE (red)
This warning light comes on
when the ignition key is turned to MAR,
but it should go off after a few seconds.
If the warning light stays on, you will not
get the benefit from the electric power
steering and the effort needed to turn the
wheel will be greatly increased, although
it will still be possible to steer the car.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
A specific message is displayed on certain
versions.
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EBD FAULT
(red)
(amber)
Warning lights
xand >lit at the same
time with the engine running indicates an
EBD system failure or that the system is
not available. This may cause premature
locking of the rear wheels in the event of
violent braking, causing the car to swerve.
Drive very carefully to a Fiat Dealership to
have the system inspected immediately.
A specific message is displayed on certain
versions.
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LOW ENGINE OIL
LEVEL (red)
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
When turning the ignition key to MAR,
the warning light turns on but it should go
off after a few seconds.
This warning light where provided comes
on when the engine oil level falls below the
minimum recommended value. Restore
the correct engine oil level (see “Check-
ing fluid levels” in the “Servicing and care”
section).
A specific message is displayed on certain
versions.
kExhausted engine oil should
be replaced as soon as pos-
sible after the warning light comes on,
never more than 500 km after the
warning light first comes on. Failure
to change the oil within the first 500
km may result in severe damage to
the engine and will result in forfeiture
of the warranty. Remember that
when the warning light flashes, it does
not mean that the level of engine oil
is low, so if the light flashes you must
not top up.
WARNING
For versions/markets, where
provided:
the
vwarning light turns on and flash-
es along with the message on the display
(if applied) when the system detects that
the engine oil is exhausted. The flashing of
the warning light should not be considered
as a fault, rather simply informs the driver
that oil needs to be changed after a stan-
dard period of car utilisation. If the oil is
not changed, when reaching a second de-
terioration threshold, also the warning
light
Uswitches on in the instrument
panel and the engine operation is limited
at 3000 rpm.
If the oil is still not changed, when reaching
a third deterioration threshold, the engine
is limited at 1500 rpm to avoid damage.
WARNING! To avoid dam-
aging the engine it is recom-
mended to change the en-
gine oil when the warning light
v
flashes. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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Important notes:
❒the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks
it must be replaced with a new jack;
❒no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
To change a wheel proceed
as follows:
❒stop the car where it is not a danger to
other road users and you can replace
the wheel safely. The ground should be
flat and solid;
❒turn the engine off and pull up the hand-
brake.
❒engage first gear or reverse;
❒ wear the reflective safety jacket (com-
pulsory by law in certain countries) be-
fore getting out of the car;
❒open the boot and lift the carpet or re-
move the cargo box (for versions/mar-
kets, where provided);
❒unscrew the locking device A-fig. 2;
❒take out the tool container C-fig. 2 and
put it alongside the wheel to be
changed;
❒take out the spare wheel B-fig. 2;
fig. 2F0M0188m
The jack may be used to re-
place wheels only on the car
which it equips or other cars of the
same model. Never use the jack for
other purposes, such as lifting other
models. Never use the jack to carry
out repairs under the car. Incorrect
positioning of the jack may cause the
car to fall. Do not use the jack for
loads higher than the one shown on
its label.
WARNING
Incorrect hub cap assembly
may cause it to come off
when the car is moving. Never tam-
per with the inflation valve. Never in-
troduce tools of any kind between the
rim and the tyre. Check tyre and
spare wheel pressure regularly, refer-
ring to the values shown in the “Tech-
nical specifications” section.
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Versions with steel rims
Proceed as follows:
❒make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween standard wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will not
come loose;
❒fit the standard wheel by inserting the
first bolt two threads into the hole clos-
est to the inflation valve;
❒fit the hub cap by aligning the crescent
hole with the bolt you have fitted, then
insert the other 3 bolts;
❒using the wrench provided, tighten the
fastening bolts;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the bolts in the sequence shown
previously. Versions with alloy rims
Proceed as follows:
❒place the wheel onto the hub and tight-
en the bolts using the wrench provided;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the bolts in the sequence shown
previously.
When you have finished
❒stow the spare wheel in the space pro-
vided in the boot;
❒put the jack back in its container
C-
fig. 2 partially open by forcing it slight-
ly against the container walls to prevent
it from rattling around when travelling;
❒put the tools back into their places in
the container;
❒stow the container C-fig. 2, complete
with tools, inside the spare wheel;
❒tighten the tool container clamping de-
vice A-fig. 2;
❒refit the boot carpet or the Cargo box
(for versions/markets, where provid-
ed).
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QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT
FIX&GO automatic
The Fix&Go automatic quick tyre repair
kit is located in the boot.
The kit fig. 7 includes:
❒a cylinder A , containing sealant, which
is fitted with:
– filling tube B;
– an adhesive label C with the message
“max. 80 km/h” to be placed where
the driver can easily see it (on the
dashboard) after repairing the tyre;
❒instruction brochure (see fig. 8), to be
used for prompt and proper use of the
quick repair kit and then presented to
the personnel charged with handling the
treated tyre;
❒compressor D-fig. 7including gauge
and connections;
❒a pair of protective gloves located in the
side part of the compressor;
❒adapters for inflating different elements.
fig. 7F0M0198m
You can also store the screwdriver and
tow hitch in the quick repair kit contain-
er (stored in the boot under the carpet).
fig. 8F0M0199m
Hand over the instruction
booklet to the personnel
charged with treating the tyre re-
paired with the kit.
WARNING
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