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Do not fit additional objects onto the rear
parcel shelf or tailgate (speakers,
spoilers, etc .), except when contemplated
by the manufacturer, to ensure the correct
operation of the side gas shock absorbers of the
tailgate itself.
WARNING
Never exceed the maximum allowed
load in the luggage compar tment (see
the "Technical data" chapter). Also make sure
that the objects you placed in the luggage
compar tment have been properly secured, to
avoid them from being projected forward
following sudden braking, causing injury to
passengers.
WARNING
When travelling, do not put any object
on the rear parcel shelf because they
can injure passengers in the event of an
accident or sudden braking.
EXTENDING THE LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
The luggage compartment can be partially (1/3 or
2/3) or totally extended by splitting the rear seat.
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Partial extension (1/3 or 2/3) Fig. fig. 74-fig. 75
Extending the luggage compartment on the right
side makes it possible to carry two passengers
on the left part of the rear seat. Extending the left
side of the luggage compartment allows you to carry
one passenger on the right part of the rear seat.Proceed as follows:
❒completely lower the rear seat head restraints;
❒move the seat belt to the side, making sure that it
is fully extended and not twisted;
❒fold the desired cushion forwards fig. 76 working
in the point shown by the arrow;
❒lift lever A fig. 77 retaining the backrest and fold
the latter forwards. When you lift the lever, you
will see a red band B.
Full extension
Tilting the rear seat completely forwards allows
maximum loading volume.
Proceed as follows:
❒completely lower the rear seat head restraints;
❒move the seat belts to the side, making sure that
they are correctly extended and not twisted;
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❒fold the cushions forwards as described above;
❒remove the rear parcel shelf fig. 78 and release the
upper ends of links A fig. 79 by removing the
eyelets from the pins and pushing them in the
direction indicated by the arrow;
❒when the cushion is folded down, tilt the rear seat
backrests completely forwards as described above
so as to obtain a continuous loading surface.
REPOSITIONING THE REAR SEAT
Move the seat belts to the side, making sure that
they are correctly extended and not twisted.
Lift the backrests and push them back until you hear
both fastening mechanisms click in. Check that the
red band B fig. 80 on the side of levers A is no longer
visible.The red band B indicates that the backrest is not
secured. Return the cushions to the horizontal
position holding the central seat fastening tongue
raised.
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WARNING
Make sure that the backrest is correctly
secured on both sides (red bands B
fig. 80 not visible) to prevent it from moving
forward in the event of sharp braking, causing
injuries to passengers.
SECURING YOUR LOAD
The luggage compartment contains two attachments
fig. 81 for the cables that secure the load transported
and another two attachments are located on the
rear crossmember fig. 82.
IMPORTANT Every attachment has a maximum load
capacity of 100 kg.
WARNING
A heavy load that has not been secured
may cause serious injuries to passengers
in the event of an accident .
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ROOF RACK/SKI RACKThe attachments provided are located in the areas
illustrated in fig. 87 and are only accessible with
the doors open. Lineaccessori Fiat has a dedicated
roof rack/ski rack for this car.
WARNING
After travelling for a few kilometres,
check to ensure that the fixing screws
for the attachments are well tightened.
WARNING
Never exceed the maximum permitted
loads (see chapter "Technical
specifications").
WARNING
Evenly distribute the load and take into
account , when driving, the increased
responsiveness of the car to side wind.Fully comply with the regulations in force
concerning maximum clearance.
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IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with (Xenon) gas
discharge headlights, the headlight alignment is
controlled electronically, as a consequence
the
and
buttons are not present.
FOG LIGHT ALIGNMENT
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the lights checked
and adjusted, if necessary.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN
ABROAD
The dipped beam headlights are aligned for operation
in the country where the vehicle was originally
purchased. When in countries where you drive on
the other side of the road, you need to alter the
beam direction by affixing a specially designed
self-adhesive film in order not to dazzle the vehicles
travelling in the opposite direction.
Such film is provided by Lineaccessori Fiat and is
available at Fiat Dealerships.
ABS SYSTEMABS is an integral part of the braking system which
prevents, whatever the road conditions and force
applied to the brake pedal, the wheels from locking
and consequently sliding under braking, thus ensuring
that the vehicle remains under control even during
emergency braking.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution) completes the system allowing the
brake force to be distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To obtain the maximum efficiency of
the braking system, a bedding-in period of about 500
km is needed: during this period it is better to
avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.
WARNING
The ABS gets the most from the
available grip, but it cannot improve it ;
you should therefore take every care when
driving on slippery surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can feel that the ABS system has come
into action because the brake pedal pulsates slightly
and the system gets noisier: it means that the car
speed should be altered to suit the type of road
surface.
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ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE
OWNERIf after buying the car, you decide to install electrical
accessories that require a permanent electric supply
(radio, satellite anti-theft system, etc.) or accessories
that in any case burden the electric supply, contact
a Fiat Dealership, whose qualified personnel, besides
suggesting the most suitable devices from
Lineaccessori Fiat, will also evaluate the overall
electric consumption, checking whether the car's
electrical system is able to withstand the load
required, or whether it needs to be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
WARNING
Take care when fitting additional
spoilers, alloy wheels or non-standard
wheel hubs: they could reduce the ventilation of
the brakes and affect efficiency under sharp,
repeated braking or on long descents. Make
sure that nothing obstructs the pedal stroke
(mats, etc .)INSTALLING ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
DEVICES
Electrical and electronic devices installed after buying
the car in the context of after-sales service must
carry the label (see fig. 91):
Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. authorises the
installation of transceiver devices on condition that
such installations are carried out in a workmanlike
fashion, following the manufacturer’s instructions, at
a specialised centre.
IMPORTANT Traffic police may not allow the car on
the road if devices have been installed which modify
the features of the car. This may also cause
invalidation of warranty in relation to faults caused
by the change either directly or indirectly related
to it.
Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. shall not be liable for
damage caused by the installation of accessories
either not supplied or recommended by Fiat Group
Automobiles S.p.A. and/or not installed in
compliance with the provided instructions.
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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE
PHONES
Radio transmitter equipment (vehicle mobile phones,
CB radios etc.) cannot be used inside the car unless
a separate aerial is mounted externally.
IMPORTANT The use of these devices inside the
passenger compartment (without an external aerial)
may cause the electrical systems to malfunction.
This could compromise the safety of the car in
addition to constituting a potential hazard for
passengers' health.
In addition, transmission and reception of these
devices may be negatively affected by the shielding
effect of the car body. As far as the use of
EC-approved mobile phones is concerned (GSM,
GPRS, UMTS), follow the usage instructions provided
by the mobile phone manufacturer.
"DUALDRIVE" ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEMThe car is equipped with an electrically controlled
power steering system called “Dualdrive”, working
only with the ignition key at MAR-ON and the
engine running, that customises steering force
according to the driving conditions.
IMPORTANT When turning the ignition key quickly,
full power steering functionality can be achieved after
1-2 seconds.
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
(CITY function)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To turn the function on/off, press button A fig. 92 on
the dashboard, next to the steering wheel.
fig. 92
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