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ROOF LIGHTSFRONT ROOF LIGHTSwitch A fig. 37 switches the roof lights on/off.
A switch positions:
❒central position (position 1): lights C and D switch on/off when the
doors are opened/closed.
❒pressed to the left (position 0): lights C and D are always switched
off;
❒pressed to the right (position 2): lights C and D are always switched
on.
Lights switch on/off progressively.B switch positions:
❒central position (position 1): lights C and D are always switched off;
❒pressed to the left (position 0): light C switches on;
❒pressed to the right (position 2): light D switches on.
IMPORTANT Before getting out of the car, make sure that both switches
are in the central position: when the doors are closed the lights will
switch off to avoid draining the battery.
In any case, if the switch is left inadvertently in the permanently on
position, the roof light will turn off automatically 15 minutes after the
engine stopping.
ROOF LIGHT TIMINGOn certain versions, to facilitate getting in/out of the car at night or in
poorly-lit areas, two timed modes have been provided.
Timing when getting into the car
The roof lights switch on according to the following modes:
❒for about 10 seconds when the doors are unlocked;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when the doors are closed.
The timed period is interrupted when the ignition key is turned to MAR.
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Switch B controls the spot light function.

Timing when getting out of the car
After removing the key from the ignition switch, the roof lights switch
on as follows:
❒within 2 minutes of the engine being switched off for a period of
around 10 seconds;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when one of the doors is closed.
The timing stops automatically when the doors are locked.COURTESY LIGHTS(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, courtesy lights are fitted behind the sun visors.
Press switch A fig. 38 to switch the light on/off.
PUDDLE LIGHTSThese are located in the doors fig. 39. They switch on when the doors
are opened, regardless of the position of the ignition key.
The lights switch off when the doors are closed.
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CENTRAL LOCKINGPress button A fig. 44 to lock all doors at the same time.
Locking takes place irrespective of the position of the ignition key.FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEMThis intervenes in the case of an impact causing:
❒the interruption of the fuel supply with the engine consequently
cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the interior lights being switched on.
The intervention of the system is indicated by a message shown on the
display.
Carefully check the car for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the car or near the tank area.
After a collision, turn the ignition key to STOP to prevent the battery
from running down.To restore the correct operation of the car, proceed as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR position;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒turn the ignition key to the STOP position.
If, after a collision, you smell fuel or notice leaks from
the fuel system, do not reactivate the system to avoid
fire risk.
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ELECTRIC SUN ROOF(for versions/markets, where provided)
The extensively glazed sun roof comprises a moving glass panel and a
sun blind.
The glazed panel, when closed, allows light from the outside to enter
and makes it possible to see the outside from the passenger
compartment.OPERATIONThe sun roof can be operated only with the ignition key turned to MAR.
The controls A and B fig. 52 on the trim next to the front courtesy light
operate the sun roof opening/closing functions.
Roof opening
Pressing button A fig. 52 permits two opening modes for the front
glass panel.Automatic
If button A is held down, the front glass panel is raised from completely
closed to spoiler position.
If the button is pressed again, the panel will start to slide backwards
until it is completely open.
After the initial opening command, the glass panel can be stopped in
intermediate positions by pressing the button again.
Manual
If button A is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves from
completely closed position and stops in the position where the button is
released. In this case, the panel is opened by pressing the button.
This function makes it possible to place the front panel in intermediate
positions in relation to those produced through automatic opening.
Do not open the sunroof if there is snow or ice on it: you
may damage it.The sun roof must stay closed if a transverse roof rack is
fitted.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from
the ignition to avoid the risk of injury to those still
inside the car due to accidental operation of the
sunroof. Improper use of the roof can be dangerous. Before
operation, always check that no-one is at risk of being injured by
the moving sun roof or by objects getting caught and dragged
by it.
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Closing the sun roof
Pressing button B fig. 52 permits two closing modes for the front glass
panel.
Automatic
With roof completely open, hold down button B: the front glass panel
will move to spoiler position.
If the button is pressed again, the panel will start to slide forward until
it is completely closed.
After the initial opening command, the glass panel can be stopped in
intermediate positions by pressing the button again.
Manual
If button B is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves from the
completely open position and stops in the position where the button is
released. In this case, the panel is closed by pressing the button.
This function makes it possible to place the front glass panel in
intermediate positions in relation to those produced through automatic
closing.SUN BLINDThe brightness in the passenger compartment can be adjusted by using
a sun blind.
Opening the blind:press button A fig. 53 to release the blind and
then grip handle B in order to slide it backwards.
Closing the blind:grip handle B fig. 53 and slide the blind
forwards, making sure that it clicks into place.
ROOF CLOSING SAFETY DEVICES
(anti-pinch function)The anti-pinch system, which conforms to Directive 2000/4/EC, is
active during the horizontal and vertical closing stage of the panel
after an obstacle is encountered (e.g. finger, hand):
❒during horizontal closing movementit is active for the
entire travel and, after an obstacle is encountered at the front of the
glass panel, it reverses the movement;
❒during vertical closing movementit is active and, after an
obstacle is encountered at the back of the glass panel, it reverses
the movement until the spoiler position is reached.
The possibility of pinching from the inside of the passenger
compartment in the side areas of the panel is avoided through the
adoption of side guards that prevent access to risk areas.
IMPORTANT The anti-pinch system is deactivated by pressing button B
continuously.
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Passenger side door
The passenger side door is equipped with a button that controls the
opening/closing of the passenger side window.
Continuous automatic operation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is activated by pressing one of the two buttons for longer than half
a second. The window will stop when it is fully opened or closed, or
when the button is pressed again:
❒Driver side:raising/lowering.
❒Passenger side:only lowering.
❒Where anti-crush device is present:raising/lowering driver side and
passenger side.
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ELECTRIC WINDOWSThese are equipped with an automatic function to raise and lower the
driver side front window.CONTROLSDriver side door fig. 57
❒A - Front left window opening/closing;
❒B - Front right window opening/closing;
Push the buttons to open/close the desired window.
When one of the two buttons is pressed briefly, the window moves in
stages; if the button is held down, “continuous automatic operation”
is activated both for closing and opening.
If the control button is pressed again, the window will stop in the
desired position. If the button is held down for several seconds, the
window raises or lowers automatically (only with ignition key in MAR
position).
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IMPORTANT With the anti-crush system, when the
button on the
remote control is pressed for longer than 2 seconds the windows will
open, whilst if the
button is pressed for longer than 2 seconds
the windows will close.
The system conforms to the 2000/4/EC standard concerning
the safety of passengers leaning out of the passenger
compartment.Incorrect use of the electric windows may be
dangerous. Before and during operation, always check
that no passenger is at risk of being injured directly
by the moving window or by objects getting caught in or
dragged by the window. When leaving the car, always remove
the key from the ignition to prevent accidental operation of the
electric windows from being a hazard for those still on board.
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Anti-crush safety device
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car’s anti-crush function is active as the windows are being raised.
This safety system detects the presence of an obstacle during the
window closing travel and intervenes by stopping and reversing the
window travel, depending on its position. This device is also useful
if the windows are activated accidentally by children on board the car.
The anti-crush safety function is active both during the manual and
the automatic operation of the window. When the anti-crush system is
activated, the window travel is immediately interrupted and then
reversed. The window cannot be operated in any way during this time.
IMPORTANT If the anti-crush protection intervenes 5 consecutive times
within a minute or is faulty, the automatic closing operation of the
window is inhibited, only allowing it in steps of half a second with the
button released for the subsequent manoeuvre.
In order to restore the correct operation of the system, the relevant
window must be lowered.
IMPORTANT With ignition key at STOP or removed, the electric
windows remain active for about 3 minutes and are deactivated when
a door is opened.

CLOSINGProceed as follows:
❒hold the bonnet up with one hand and with the other remove rod C
fig. 67 from housing D and fit it back into its locking device;❒lower the bonnet to about 20 cm from the engine compartment, then
let it fall and check, by trying to raise it, that it is completely closed
and not only attached in safety position. If it is not perfectly closed,
open the bonnet and repeat the procedure. Do not simply press it.
IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is closed correctly to avoid
it opening while the car is travelling.
For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be
properly closed while driving. Make sure that the
bonnet is perfectly closed and that the lock is engaged.
If you discover during travel that the lock is not fully engaged,
stop immediately and close the bonnet in the correct manner.Perform these operations only when the car is
stationary.The bonnet may drop suddenly if the supporting rod is
not positioned correctly.
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For versions/markets where provided, the following plate is applied
inside the engine compartment fig. 68: