2013 FIAT FREEMONT child lock

Mass GroupSeating Position (or other site)
Front
Passenger Rear Outboard Rear Center Intermediate
Outboard Intermediate
Center
Group — up to 10 kg X*U N/A**UU
Group 0+ — up to 13 kg X*U N/A**UU
Group 1 – 9 to 18 kg X*U N/A**UU
Group II – 15 to 25 kg X*U N/A**UU
Group III — 22 to 36 kg X*U N/A**UU
Key of letters used in the table above:
U = Suitable for “universal” category restraints ap-
proved for use in this mass group.
UF = Suitable for forward-facing “universal” category
restraints approved for use in this mass group.
L = Suitable for particular child restraints given on
attached list. These restraints may be of the “specific
vehicle,” “restricted” or “semi-universal” categories.
B = Built-in restraint approved for this mass group.
X = Seat position not suitable for children in this mass
group. * = If a child seat is to be used in the third row, the
second row seat back directly in front of the child seat
must be folded flat if the seat back can not be locked in
a upright position.
** = If a child seat is to be used in the second row, the
first row seat directly in front of the child seat may
need to be limited in its rearward travel to avoid any
contact with the child seat.
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2. Pull the release loop forward to release the latchand seat cushion. (fig. 128)
3. Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the booster seat position. (fig. 129)
4. Place the child upright in the seat with their back firmly against the seatback.
5. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt.
6. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as neces- sary to allow the seat belt to go around the child's
lap.
NOTE: The lap portion of the seat belt should be low
on the hips and as snug as possible. 7. Once the seat belt is long enough to fit properly,
insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear
a “click.” (fig. 130)
8. To remove the slack from the lap belt, pull upward on the shoulder portion of the seat belt.
9. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle.(fig. 128) Release Loop
(fig. 129) Booster Seat
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WARNING!
Be certain that the seat cushion is
lock
ed securely into position before us-
ing the seat . Otherwise, the seat will not provide
the proper stability for child seats and/or passen-
gers. An improperly latched seat cushion could
cause serious injury.
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder
belt comfortably and whose legs are long enough to
bend over the front of the seat when their back is
against the seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in
a rear seat.  Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
 The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.
 Check belt fit periodically. A child's squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position.
 If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never
allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or
behind their back.
WARNING!
 Impro
per installation can lead to fail-
ure of an infant or child restraint . It
could come loose in a collision.The child could be
badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer's
directions exactly when installing an infant or
child restraint .
 A rearward-facing child restraint should only
be used in a rear seat . A rearward-facing child
restraint in the front seat may be struck by a
deploying passenger air bag, which may cause
severe or fatal injury to the infant .
Here are some tips on getting the most out of
your child restraint:
 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety
(fig. 130) Seat Belts Latched With Booster Seat(s)
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STARTING AND DRIVING
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine
and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 km. After the
initial 100 km, speeds up to 80 or 90 km/h are desir-
able.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within
the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good
break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear
can be detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy-conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
For the recommended viscosity and quality grades,
refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle”. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT
MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand kilometers of operation. This should be con-
sidered a normal part of the break-in and not inter-
preted as an indication of difficulty. STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust
the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt,
and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle
their seat belts.
WARNING!
 Bef
ore exiting a vehicle, always apply
the parking brake, shift the transmission
into PARK, and remove the key fob from the
ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock
your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons.A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
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(Continued)
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
and do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the ve-
hicle.
 Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and an accident .
 Always fully apply the parking brake when
leaving your vehicle or it may roll and cause
damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave an
automatic transmission in PARK, a manual trans-
mission in REVERSE or first gear. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to roll and cause damage
or injury.
If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on
with the parking brake released, a brake
system malfunction is indicated. Have
the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately.
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WARNING!
 It
is dangerous to shift out of PARK or
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher
than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing
the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate
quickly forward or in reverse.You could lose con-
trol of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
Only shift into gear when the engine is idling
normally and when your foot is firmly pressing
the brake pedal.
 Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply
the parking brake, shift the transmission into
PARK, and turn the engine off.When the ignition
is in the OFF position, the shift lever is locked in
PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement .
 When leaving the vehicle, always lock your
vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
(Continued)(Continued)
 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
and do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the ve-
hicle.
KEY IGNITION PARK INTERLOCK
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK
before the engine can be turned off. This helps the
driver avoid inadvertently leaving the vehicle without
placing the transmission in PARK.
This system also locks the shift lever in PARK when-
ever the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK
SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the
PARK position unless the brakes are applied. To move
the shift lever out of PARK, the ignition switch must be
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(Continued)
 Unintended movement of a vehicle could in-
jure those in or near the vehicle. As with all
vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the
engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, always
apply the parking brake, shift the transmission
into PARK, and turn the engine off. When the
ignition is in the OFF position, the shift lever is
locked in the PARK, securing the vehicle against
unwanted movement . Furthermore, you should
never leave unattended children inside a vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leav-
ing children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous
for a number of reasons. A child or others could
be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the shift lever. Do not leave the key fob
in or near the vehicle, and do not leave the
ignition in the in the ACC or RUN position.A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
 Before moving the shift lever out of
PARK, you must turn the ignition switch
from the LOCK/OFF position to the ON/
RUN position, and also press the brake pedal.
Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result .
 DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as
this can damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK posi-
tion:
 When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is
fully seated.
 Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position.
 With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
NEUTRAL
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for pro-
longed periods with the engine running. The engine
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(Continued)
 Unintended movement of a vehicle could in-
jure those in or near the vehicle. As with all
vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the
engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, always
apply the parking brake, shift the transmission
into PARK, and remove the key fob. Once the key
fob is removed, the shift lever is locked in the
PARK position, securing the vehicle against un-
wanted movement . Furthermore, you should
never leave unattended children inside a vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leav-
ing unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous
for a number of reasons. A child or others could
be seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the
key fob in the vehicle. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the ve-
hicle.
 Before moving the shift lever out of
PARK, you must turn the ignition switch
from the LOCK/OFF position to the ON/
RUN position, and also press the brake pedal.
Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result .
 DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as
this can damage the drivetrain. The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK posi-
tion:
 When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is
fully seated.
 Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position.
 With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
NEUTRAL
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for pro-
longed periods with the engine running. The engine
may be started in this range. Apply the parking brake
and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave
the vehicle.
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