2013 FIAT FREEMONT remove seats

Pull upward on the recline lever to fold or unfold the
seat.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is mov-
in
g is dangerous. The sudden movement
of the seat could cause you to lose control. Adjust
any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of
injury by restricting head movement in the event of a
rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that
the top of the head restraint is located above the top of
your ear.
WARNING!
The head restraints for all occupants
m
ust be properly adjusted prior to oper-
ating the vehicle or occupying a seat . Head re-
straints should never be adjusted while the ve-
hicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed could
cause serious injury or death in the event of a
collision. Active Head Restraints (AHR) — Front Seats
Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo-
nents, and vehicles with this equipment can not be
readily identified by any markings, only through visual
inspection of the head restraint. The head restraint will
be split in two halves, with the front half being soft
foam and trim, the back half being decorative plastic.
When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half
of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the
gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the
AHR. This system is designed to help prevent or
reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front
passenger in certain types of rear impacts. Refer to
“Occupant Restraints” in “Safety” for further informa-
tion.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head
restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push
button, located at the base of the head restraint, and
push downward on the head restraint. (fig. 23)
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WARNING!
 Do
not place items over the top of the
Active Head Restraint , such as coats,
seat covers or portable DVD players.These items
may interfere with the operation of the Active
Head Restraint in the event of a collision and
could result in serious injury or death.
 Active Head Restraints may be deployed if
they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot
or loose cargo.To avoid accidental deployment of
the Active Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is
secured, as loose cargo could contact the Active
Head Restraint during sudden stops. Failure to
follow this warning could cause personal injury if
the Active Head Restraint is deployed.
Head Restraints — Second Row Seats
The rear seats are equipped with adjustable head re-
straints. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the
adjustment button, located on the base of the head
restraint, and push downward on the head restraint.
(fig. 26) NOTE:
 The head restraints should only be removed by
qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If any
of the head restraints require removal, see your
authorized dealer.
 For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether, refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Safety”.
(fig. 26) Adjustment Button
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WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the head re-
s
traints removed or improperly adjusted
could cause serious injury or death in the event of
a collision.The head restraints should be checked
prior to operating the vehicle and never adjusted
while the vehicle is in motion.
THIRD ROW PASSENGER SEATS (Seven
Passenger Models)
These head restraints are non-adjustable and non-
removable. However, you can fold them forward when
they are not in use by passengers.
WARNING!
Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third
ro
w seat without having the head re-
straint unfolded and locked in place. Failure to
follow this warning may result in personal injury
to the passenger in the event of a collision.
60/40 SPLIT SECOND-ROW PASSENGER
SEATS
To provide additional storage area, each second-row
passenger seat can be folded flat. This allows for ex-
tended cargo space and still maintains some seating
room if needed. NOTE:
Prior to folding the second-row passenger
seat, make sure the front seatback is not in a reclined
position. This will allow the second-row seat to fold
easily.
WARNING!
 It
is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
In a collision, people riding in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
 Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat
and using a seat belt properly.
 On seven passenger models, do not allow a
passenger to sit in a third row seat with the
second row seatback(s) folded flat . In a collision,
the passenger could slide underneath the seat
belt and be seriously or even fatally injured.
To Fold The Seat
1. Locate the control lever on the lower outboard side of the seat. (fig. 27)
2. Place one hand on the seatback and apply a gentle pressure.
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
RECHARGEABLE FLASHLIGHT (for
versions/markets, where provided)
The rechargeable LED flashlight stores in its charging
station in the left rear quarter trim panel. To remove it,
press on the indent on the side of the flashlight and
release.(fig. 92)
To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for
high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off.
(fig. 93)
NOTE: Be sure to return the flashlight to its charging
station when not in use to ensure it is ready for
operation the next time you need it. CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
FIVE PASSENGER SYSTEM FEATURES
 A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in
storage bin.
 A tri-fold door built into the load floor that allows easy access to items in the built-in storage bin.
 60/40 split second-row passenger seats with fold flat feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Re-
fer to “Seats” for further information.
 An optional front passenger seat with fold flat fea- ture, which extends cargo space even further. Refer
to “Seats” for further information.
 Cargo tie-downs.(fig. 92) Rechargeable Flashlight
(fig. 93) Three-Press Switch
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WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and
pass
engers can change the vehicle cen-
ter of gravity and vehicle handling.To avoid loss of
control resulting in personal injury, follow these
guidelines for loading your vehicle:
 Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits de- scribed on the label attached to the left door or left
door center pillar.
 Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible.
 Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the vehicle to
sway.
 Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a
dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
 To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and
use seat belts. RETRACTABLE CARGO AREA COVER (for
versions/markets, where provided) — FIVE
PASSENGER MODELS
NOTE:
The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not
to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting
or protect passengers from loose cargo.
The removable retractable cargo area cover mounts in
the cargo area behind the top of the rear seats.
The cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to
keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near
the liftgate opening secure the extended cover in place.
The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not
in use. You can also remove the cover from the vehicle
to make more room in the cargo area.
To install the cover, position it in the vehicle so that the
flat side of the housing faces upward. Then, insert
either the left or the right spring-loaded post (located
on the ends of the cover housing) into the left attach-
ment point or the right attachment point (shown).
(fig. 95)
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Standards. FIAT also recommends that you make
sure that you can install the child restraint in the
vehicle where you will use it before you buy it.
 The restraint must be appropriate for your child's weight and height. Check the label on the restraint
for weight and height limits.
 Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may
not work when you need it.
 Buckle the child into the seat according to the child restraint manufacturer's directions.
WARNING!
When your child restraint is not in use,
s
ecure it in the vehicle with the seat belt
or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it
loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision,
it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and
cause serious personal injury.
ISOFIX — Child Seat Anchorage System
Your vehicle's second row passenger seats are
equipped with the child restraint anchorage system
called ISOFIX. The ISOFIX system provides for the
installation of the child restraint without using the
vehicle's seat belts, instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from
the child restraint to the vehicle structure.
ISOFIX-compatible child restraint systems are now
available. However, because the lower anchorages are
to be introduced over a period of years, child restraint
systems having attachments for those anchorages will
continue to have features for installation using the
vehicle's seat belts. Child restraints having tether straps
and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages
have been available for some time. For some older child
restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer
add-on tether strap kits or retrofit kits. You are urged
to take advantage of all the available attachments pro-
vided with your child restraint in any vehicle.
All three second-row passenger seating positions have
lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating
ISOFIX-compatible child seats. You should never install
ISOFIX-compatible child seats so that two seats share
a common lower anchorage. If installing child seats in
adjacent seating positions, or if your child restraints are
not ISOFIX-compatible, install the restraints using the
vehicle's seat belts. (fig. 131)
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WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the
si
de of the vehicle close to moving traf-
fic . Pull far enough off the road to avoid the
danger of being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the shift lever in PARK (automatic transmis- sion) or in GEAR (manual transmission) .
5. Turn OFF the ignition.
Block both the front and rear of the
wheel diagonally opposite of the
jacking position. For example, if
changing the right front tire, block
the left rear wheel.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle
when the vehicle is being jacked. Spare Tire Removal
NOTE:
On seven-passenger models, fold the third-
row passenger seats flat. This will provide more space
when accessing the jacking tools and when operating
the winch mechanism.
1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2 and 3 from storage and assemble them. (fig. 151)
(fig. 151) Lowering/Raising Spare Tire
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 If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident orsimilar cause, which destroys the paint and protec-
tive coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as
possible. The cost of such repairs is considered the
responsibility of the owner.
 If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertiliz- ers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are
well packaged and sealed.
 If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
 Use Touch Up Paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch
up paint to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with
a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use a nonabra-
sive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel
wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use
oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the
wheels’ protective finish. Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure (for
versions/markets, where provided)
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
 Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
 Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
 For tough stains, apply a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh,
damp towel to remove soap residue.
 For grease stains, apply a Multi-Purpose Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and remove the
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap
residue.
 Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of protectants on Stain Repel products.
Interior Care
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface,
which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not
use protectants or other products, which may cause
undesirable reflections. Use soap and warm water to
restore the low glare surface.
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