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INSTRUMENT PANELThe presence and position of the controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the different
versions.1. Adjustable and directable air diffusers 2. Exterior light control lever 3. Driver front airbag 4. Windscreen wiper/rear
window wiper/trip computer control lever 5. Adjustable and directable centre air diffusers 6. Passenger front airbag
7. Glove compartment (for versions/markets where provided) 8. Car radio (for versions/markets, where provided)
9. Control buttons 10. Gear lever 11. Heating/ventilation/climate control system controls 12. Ignition switch
13. Instrument panel 14. Electric front windows 15. ECO/ASR OFF buttons (for versions/markets, where provided)
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Document holder pocket(for versions/markets
where provided)
On some versions the multifunction pocket can be
removed from the seat backrest, using the two
pullers of the zips in the pocket bottom fig. 16.
The removed pocket can be folded and closed with
the buttons at its ends.
WARNING
If passengers are seating in the rear
seats, remove all potentially dangerous
objects which may cause injuries in case of
accident .Electric front seat heating(for versions/markets,
where provided)
To heat the cushion of the front seats, with the
ignition key in MAR-ON, press respectively button A
or B fig. 17.
To deactivate the function press the button again.
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❒press button E to turn the climate control system
on; the LED on the button will switch on;
❒turn knob E to the desired speed.
Cooling adjustment
❒turn knob A fig. 29 to the right to increase the
temperature;
❒turn knob B to external air recirculation
;
❒turn knob E to the desired speed;
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HEATING
For optimal heating of the passenger compartment,
proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A fig. 29to the red section;
❒turn knob C to the desired symbol;
❒turn knob E to the desired speed.
FAST PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
HEATING
For fast heating of the passenger compartment,
proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A fig. 29to the red section;
❒Turn the knob to internal air recirculation
;
❒turn knob C to
;
❒turn knob E to 4
(max. fan speed).
Then use the controls to maintain the required
comfort conditions and turn knob B to the outside
air intake symbol.IMPORTANT With a cold engine, you have to wait
for a few minutes to let the system fluid reach
optimum operating temperature.
Fast windscreen and front side window
demisting/defrosting (MAX-DEF)
Proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A to the red section;
❒turn knob B to
;
❒turn knob C to
;
❒turn knob E to 4 (maximum fan speed).
IMPORTANT The climate control system is very
useful for speeding up demisting since it dehumidifies
the air. Adjust the controls as described above and
press knob E
to switch the climate control system
on (the LED on the knob will switch on - for
versions/markets, where provided).
Heated rear window demisting/defrosting
Press the
button to activate: when this function is
activated, the button LED switches on.
For versions/markets where provided, press the
button to activate also demisting/defrosting
of windscreen (with engine running only) and door
mirrors (for versions/markets, where provided).
This function is timed and switches off automatically
after 4 minutes for the windscreen and 20 minutes
for the rear window and door mirrors. Press the
button
again to switch the function off in advance.
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To activate the heated windscreen again press the
button
:
❒twice with LED on the button still on;
❒once with LED on the button off.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid
damage.
ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This allows the passenger compartment to be heated
more quickly in cold weather conditions. The heater
switches on automatically according to the
environmental conditions and with engine started
when the temperature of the engine coolant is low.
The additional heater turns off automatically after
the required comfort conditions are achieved.
The heater only operates if the outside temperature
and engine coolant temperature are low. The heater
will not activate if the battery voltage is too low.SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system must be turned
on at least once a month for about 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at a Fiat Dealership
before the summer.
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Buttons A - Manual air distribution selection
By pressing the buttons, one of the five possible
air flow distribution modes can be selected:
air flow to the windscreen and front side window
diffusers to demist or defrost them.air flow to central and side dashboard vents to
ventilate the chest and the face during the hot
season.towards the footwell diffusers. Due to the
natural tendency of heat to rise, this type of
distribution warms the passenger compartment
up as quickly as possible, providing an immediate
feeling of warmth.+
distribution between footwell diffusers
(warmest air) and dashboard vents (coolest
air).
+
distribution between footwell diffusers and
windscreen/front side window vents. This
type of distribution achieves effective
heating of the passenger compartment and
prevents the windows from misting up.
Button B
- MAX-DEF function activation
When thebutton is pressed the system activates
all the functions required for fast demisting/
defrosting:
❒compressor on (if the weather conditions are
suitable);
❒air recirculation off;
❒maximum air temperature setting (HI);❒fan speed determined according to the coolant
temperature;
❒air flow conveyed to thewindscreen and front side
windows;
Button C
- Climate control compressor
activation/deactivation
Pressing button C activates/deactivates climate
control:
❒LED on button on: compressor on;
❒LED on button off: compressor off.
When the compressor is off:
❒the system will deactivate air recirculation to
prevent the windows from misting up;
❒it is not possible to convey air to thepassenger
compartment with a temperature below the
outside temperature (the displayed temperature
value will flash when the system cannot guarantee
the requested comfort conditions);
❒the fan speed can be reset manually (with
compressor enabled, ventilation cannot go below a
bar shown on the display).
Button D
- Internal air recirculation
activation/deactivation
It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation
on whilst queuing or in tunnels to prevent the
introduction of polluted air.
At low temperatures or if the compressor is off, the
recirculation is forced to off to prevent misting.
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This function is timed and switches off automatically
after 4 minutes for the windscreen and 20 minutes
for the rear window and door mirrors.
Press the
button again to switch the function off
in advance.
To activate the heated windscreen again press the
button
:
❒twice with LED on the button still on;
❒once with LED on the button off.
When the button
is pressed, the heated
windscreen activates if it has not been activated
already by button.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid
damage.
IMPORTANT To draw in air from the outside, press
the
button. The LED next to the button
switches off.
INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Air recirculation is carried out according to two
possible operating modes:
❒forced deactivation (air recirculation always
deactivated, air taken from the outside);
❒forced activation (internal air circulation always
activated).
To activate internal air recirculation, press button D
.❒LED on button on: internal air recirculation on;
❒LED on button off: internal air recirculation off, air
drawn in from outside.
When the
button is pressed, the climate control
system automatically activates internal air
recirculation. External air recirculation can always be
activated by pressing the
button (LED off )
and vice versa.
Automatic recirculation operation is activated by
pressing the AUTO button.
IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes it
possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly depending on the mode
selected. It is not advisable to switch the air
recirculation on when it is rainy/cold to prevent the
windows from misting up, especially if the climate
control is not turned on. It is advisable to switch the
internal air recirculation on whilst queuing or in
tunnels, or whilst driving on dusty roads, to prevent
the introduction of polluted air. Do not use the
function for a long time, particularly if there are
several passengers on board, to prevent the windows
from misting up.
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DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER
STEERINGThis only operates with the key turned to MAR and
the engine started. The steering allows the force
required at the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit
driving conditions.
IMPORTANT When turning the ignition key quickly,
full power steering functionality can be achieved after
a few seconds.
CITY FUNCTION ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
Press button CITY fig. 78 to activate/deactivate the
function. The activation of the function is signalled by
the word CITY on the display (in some versions it
is signalled by the word CITY appearing on the
instrument panel).When the CITY function is on, the steering wheel
effort is lighter and parking operations are easier:
therefore this function is particularly useful for
driving in city centres.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carr y out
any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect performance and
safety, invalidate warranty and also result in
non-compliance of the car with type approval
requirements.
IMPORTANT During parking manoeuvres requiring a
lot of steering, the steering may become harder;
this is normal and is due to the intervention of the
system to protect the electric steering motor from
overheating, so no intervention is required. When
the car is used again later on, the power steering will
work normally.
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WARNING
The pretensioner may be used only
once. After it is triggered, have it
replaced at a Fiat Dealership. Consult the data
plate in the passenger compar tment to check
the status of the device (on front door edge
panel or glove box). Go to a Fiat Dealership to
have the device replaced when the expiration
date approaches.Operations which lead to knocks,
vibrations or localised heating (over 100°C
for a maximum of 6 hours) in the area
around the pretensioners may cause damage or
trigger them.These devices are not affected by
vibrations caused by irregularities of the road
surface or low obstacles such as kerbs, etc .
Contact a Fiat Dealership for any assistance.
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger safety, the front seat belt reels
contain a load limiter which allows controlled sag
in such a way as to dose the force acting on the
chest and shoulders during the belt restraining action
in the case of frontal collisions.GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
THE SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting, and ensuring
that all the other occupants of the car also respect,
the local laws in force in relation to the use of the
seat belts. Always fasten the seat belts before
starting.
Seat belts must also be worn by expectant mothers:
the risk of injury in the event of an accident is greatly
reduced for them and the unborn child if they are
wearing a seat belt. Pregnant women must position
the lower part of the belt very low down so that
it passes over the pelvis and under the abdomen (see
fig. 93).
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