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"ISOFIX" CHILD SEAT SETUPThe car can be fitted with a Universal Isofix child
seat, a new European standardised system for
carrying children safely.
Isofix systems can be fitted alongside a traditional
child seat. An example of Universal Isofix child seat
covering weight group 1 is shown in fig. 100. Specific
Isofix child seats cover the other weight groups.
These seats must be designed, tested and
type-approved specifically for this car (see the list of
cars attached to the child seat).
IMPORTANT The rear central seat (for versions
where provided) and the passenger front seat are not
approved for any type of Isofix child seat.
INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD
SEAT
Secure the seat using the special lower metal rings A
fig. 101 positioned between rear backrest and
cushion, then fix the upper belt (provided with the
child seat) to the attachments B fig. 10 located
in the rear part of the backrest, for versions with
split rear seat.
For versions with sliding split rear seat, use the
suitable catches shown in fig. 103 on the tube at the
base of the backrest."Universal Isofix” child seats can be fitted alongside
traditional child seats. Remember that when using
a Universal Isofix child seat, you can only use
approved child seats with the marking ECE R44
“Universal Isofix”.
fig. 100
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Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child seats and the
special "G 0/1 S" seat are available from Lineaccessori
Fiat. Contact the dealer for more information. For
further details on installation and/or use, refer to the
instruction manual provided with the child seat.
WARNING
Fit the child seat when the car is
stationary.The child seat is correctly
anchored to the brackets when you hear the
click. Follow the instructions for assembly,
disassembly and positioning that the
manufacturer must supply with the child seat .
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEAT USE
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child seats on seats fitted with Isofix
attachments in compliance with European standard ECE 16.Weight group Child seat position ISOFIX size classRear side Isofix
positions
Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards E
IL (*)
Group 0+ up to 13 kgFacing backwards E
IL (*)
Facing backwards D
IL (*)
Facing backwards C
X
Group1from9upto18kgFacing backwards D
IL (*)
Facing backwards C
X
Facing forwards B
IUF
Facing forwards BI
IUF
Facing forwards A
IUF
IL: suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems specific and approved for this type of car.
(*): the Isofix child seat can be installed by adjusting the front seat.
X: ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child seats in this group of weight and/or size class.
IUF: suitable for Isofix restraint systems to be positioned facing forwards, universal class (fitted with third upper mounting), approved
for the relevant weight group.
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AIR BAGSThe car is fitted with front air bags for driver and
passenger, front side bags for driver and passenger
chest-shoulder protection (for versions/markets,
where provided) and window bags for protecting the
heads of front occupants.
FRONT AIR BAGS
The front (driver and passenger) air bags protect the
front seat occupants in the event of head-on impacts
of medium-high severity, by placing the bag between
the occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.
Therefore non-deployment in other types of impacts
(side impacts, rear shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not
indicate a system malfunction.
Front (driver and passenger) air bags are not a
replacement of but complementary to the seat belts,
which you are recommended to always wear, as
specified by law in Europe and most non-European
countries.
In the event of an impact, those not wearing a seat
belt move forwards and may come into contact with
the bag which is still inflating. The protection offered
by the bag is compromised in these circumstances.
Front airbags may not deploy in the following
situations:❒frontal impacts against highly deformable objects
not involving the front surface of the car (e.g.
wing collision against guard rail, etc.);
❒car wedging under other vehicles or protective
barriers (e.g. trucks or guard rails);
they may not provide any additional protection
compared with seat belts, so their activation would
be inappropriate. In these cases, non-deployment
does not indicate a system malfunction.
WARNING
Do not apply stickers or other objects
on the steering wheel, on the dashboard
in the passenger side air bag area, on side
upholstery on roof and on the seats. Never put
objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the passenger's
side dashboard since they could interfere with
correct inflation of the air bag and also cause
serious injur y to the passengers.
Driver's front air bag
This consists of an instantly inflating bag contained in
a special recess in the centre of the steering wheel
fig. 104.
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WARNING
Always drive keeping your hands on the
steering wheel rim so that the air bag
can inflate freely if necessary. Do not drive with
your body bent forward. Keep your back straight
against the backrest .
Passenger side front air bag
This consists of an instantly-inflating bag contained in
a special compartment in the dashboard fig. 105:
this bag has a larger volume than that on the driver's
side.
WARNING
SEVERE DANGER:When an active
passenger air bag is fitted, DO NOT
install backwards-facing child seats on
the front seat . Deployment of the air
bag following an impact could cause fatal
injuries to the child. Always deactivate the
passenger air bag if it is needed to place a child
seat on the front seat .The passenger seat must
also be slid back as far as possible in order to
avoid the child seat from coming into contact
with the dashboard. Although this is not
mandatory by law, the air bag should be
immediately reactivated when children are no
longer transpor ted to ensure better protection
for adults.
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Deactivation of passenger side front air bag
and side bag for chest/pelvis protection (for
versions/markets, where provided)
If a child must be carried in backwards-facing seat on
the front seat, deactivate the front passenger side
air bag and side bags for chest/shoulder protection
(for versions/markets where provided). With the air
bags deactivated, the
warning light switches on
in the instrument panel.
IMPORTANT To deactivate the air bags see the
description in the "Getting to know your car"
chapter, "Menu Options" paragraph.
SIDE BAGS (Side bag - Window bag)
The car is fitted with front side airbags for driver and
passenger (for versions/markets where provided)
for protecting the chest and pelvis, and window bags
(for versions/markets where provided) for protecting
the heads of front and rear occupants.
Side bags protect occupants from side-on crashes of
medium/high severity by placing the bag between
the occupant and the internal parts of the side
structure of the vehicle.
Non-activation of side bags in other types of
collisions (head-on collisions, rear shunts, roll-overs,
etc...) is not an indication of system malfunction.Side bags
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These comprise two types of bags located in the
front seat backrests fig. 106 which protect the chest
and shoulder area of the occupants in the event of
a side impact of medium-high severity.
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Window bag
This consists of two "curtain" bags housed behind
the side upholstery of the roof fig. 107 and covered
with finishing elements, which protect the heads
of front and rear occupants in the event of a side
impact thanks to a wide bag deployment area.
The deployment of side bags in the event of side
impacts of low severity is not required.
In the event of a side impact, the system provides
best protection if the passenger sits on the seat in a
correct position, thus allowing correct window
bag deployment.
The window bag is not available for the VAN version.
IMPORTANT Do not hook rigid objects to the coat
hooks and to the support handles.IMPORTANT Do not rest your head, arms or elbows
on the door, windows or the area in which the
window bag is located to avoid possible injury during
air bag inflation.
IMPORTANT Never lean your head, arms or elbows
out of the window.
IMPORTANT
Do not wash the seats with water or pressurised
steam (by hand or at automatic seat washing
stations).
The front air bags and/or side bags may be deployed
if the car is subject to violent impacts involving the
underbody area (e.g. violent impacts against steps or
kerbs, big holes or dips in the road etc.).
When the air bag deploys it emits a small amount of
dust: the dust is harmless and does not indicate
the beginning of a fire. The dust may irritate the skin
and eyes however: in this case, wash with neutral
soap and water.
Air bag checking, repair and replacement must be
carried out at a Fiat Dealership.
If the car is scrapped, have the air bag system
deactivated at a Fiat Dealership.
Pretensioners and air bags are deployed in different
ways, according to the type of impact. Failure to
deploy of one of the devices does not necessarily
indicate a system malfunction.
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WARNING
If the
warning light stays on whilst
driving, a fault may have occurred in the
restraint systems. In this case the air bags or
pretensioners may not be deployed in an impact
or, in a few cases, they may be deployed
accidentally. Before continuing, contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately to have the system
checked.
WARNING
In the event of “yellow”
warning light
failure, the “red”
warning light
switches on and, for versions/markets where
provided, the explosive charges of the passenger
air bag and the side bags are deactivated.
When the "red" warning light is on, before
proceeding, contact a Fiat Dealership to have
the system immediately checked (see previous
warning).
WARNING
On vehicles with side bags, do not cover
the front seat backrests with extra
covers.
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 air bag is deployed.
WARNING
The expiry dates of the explosive charge
are shown on a specific label contained
in the glove box. Refer to the Fiat Dealership
when it's time to replace them.
WARNING
If the car has been stolen or in the case
of attempt to steal it , if it has been
subjected to vandalism or floods, have the air
bag system checked by a Fiat Dealership.
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