2016 Alfa Romeo MiTo child restraint

IMPORTANT On both sides of the passenger side sun visor there is a
label advising that it is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if a
rearward facing child restraint system is fitted. Always comply with the
instructions on the sun visor (see the "Front airbags" paragraph in
chapter "Safety").
EXTINGUISHER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located on the right side of the luggage compartment fig. 53.
ELECTRIC SUN ROOF
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The extensively glazed sun roof comprises a moving glass panel and a
sun blind.
The glazed panel, when closed, allows light from the outside to enter
and makes it possible to see the outside from the passenger
compartment.
OPERATION
The sun roof can be operated only with the ignition key turned to MAR.
The controls A and B fig. 54 on the trim next to the front courtesy light
operate the sun roof opening/closing functions.
Roof opening
Pressing button A fig. 54 permits two opening modes for the front
glass panel.
fig. 53A0J0190fig. 54A0J0329
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the mirror to be used even in poor visibility conditions.
Lift cover A fig. 52 to access the mirror.with roof light isfitted on the back of the visors. The light allows A courtesy mirror ( f o r versions/markets, where provided)

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
❒Always use the seat belt well stretched and never twisted; make sure
that it is free to run without obstructions;
❒replace the belt after an accident of a certain severity even if it does
not appear to be damaged. Always replace the belt if the
pretensioners were deployed;
❒hand wash the seat belts with water and neutral soap, rinse and
leave to dry in the shade. Never use strong detergents, bleach,
paints or any other substance which could damage the belt fibres;
❒prevent the retractors from getting wet: their correct operation is only
guaranteed if water does not get inside;
❒replace the seat belt when there is wear or cuts.
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY
For optimal protection in the event of an impact, all occupants must be
seated and wearing adequate restraint systems, including newborn
and other children!
This prescription is compulsory in all EC countries according to EC
Directive 2003/20/EC.
Compared with an adult, a child's head is larger and heavier in
proportion to his/her body and the child's muscular and bone
structures are not fully developed. Therefore, correct restraint systems
other than adult seat belts are necessary to reduce as much as possible
the risk of injuries in case of accident, braking or sudden manoeuvre.
Children must be seated safely and comfortably. As far as the
characteristics of the child restraint systems used allow, you are
advised to keep children in rear facing restraint systems for as long as
possible (at least until 3–4 years old), since this is the most protected
position in the event of an impact.
The choice of the most suitable child restraint device depends on the
weight of the child; there are various types of child restraint systems
and you are advised always to choose the one that is most suitable for
the child.
When over 1.50 m in height, from the point of view of restraint
systems, children are considered as adults and wear seat belts
normally.
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In Europe the characteristics of children restraint systems are ruled by
the regulation ECE-R44, dividing them into five weight groups:
Group Weight groups
Group0 upto10kg
Group 0+ up to 13 kg
Group 1 9-18 kg
Group 2 15-25 kg
Group 3 22-36 kg
All restraint devices must bear the type-approval data along with the
control mark on a label firmly secured to the child seat which must
never be removed.
Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo includes child restraint systems for each
weight group. These devices are recommended having been
specifically tested for Alfa Romeo cars.
SEVERE DANGER. When an active passenger airbag is fitted,
DO NOT install rear facing child restraint systems on the
front seat. Deployment of the airbag in an accident could
cause fatal injuries to the baby regardless of the severity of
the impact. It is advisable to always carry children in a
child restraint system on the rear seat, which is the most protected
position in the event of a collision.
On the sun visor there is a label with suitable symbols
remembering that it is compulsory to deactivate the
airbag if a rear facing child restraint system is fitted.
Always comply with the instructions on the passenger's side sun
visor (see the "Front airbag" paragraph).
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GROUP 2
The diagram is indicative and for assembly purposes
only. Fit the child seat according to the instructions,
which must be included.
Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the car seat belts directly fig. 98.
In this case, the child restraint system is used to position the child
correctly with respect to the seat belts so that the diagonal belt section
crosses the child’s chest and not the neck, and the lower part is snug
on the pelvis not the abdomen.
GROUP 3
The diagram is indicative and for assembly purposes
only. Fit the child seat according to the instructions,
which must be included.
For children between 22 kg and 36 kg, there are dedicated restraint
systems that allow the seat belt to be worn correctly.
fig. 99 shows an example of correct child seat positioning on the rear
seat.
Children over 1.50 m in height can wear seat belts like adults.
fig. 98A0J0099fig. 99A0J0100
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR UNIVERSAL CHILD SEAT USE
According to the European Directive 2000/3/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing of universal child seats is shown in
the following table:
Group Weight groups Front passengerRear side and central
passenger
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg
UU
Group 1 9-18 kgUU
Group 2 15-25 kgUU
Group 3 22-36 kgUU
U= Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category, according to European Standard EEC-R44 for the specified "Groups".
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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 accordance with European
standard ECE 16.
Weight group Child seat position Isofix size classRear passenger
left side right side
Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards E
XX
Group 0+ up to 13 kgFacing backwards E
XX
Facing backwards DXX
Facing backwards CXX
Group 1 from 9 up to 18
kgFacing backwards D
XX
Facing backwards CXX
Facing forwards BIUF IUF
Facing forwards BIIUF IUF
Facing forwards AXX
X: Isofix position not suitable for child seats in this weight group and/or size class.
IUF: Suitable for Isofix restraint systems to be positioned facing forwards, universal class (fitted with third upper mounting), type-approved forthe relevant weight
group.
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Fit the child seat according to the instructions, which
must be included.
Main recommendations to carry children safely
❒Install the child seats on the rear seat, which is the most protected
position in the event of an accident.
❒Keep children in rear facing seats for as long as possible, until 2
years old.
❒Should a rear facing child seat be installed on the rear seats, it is
advisable to position it as far forward as the position of the front
seat allows.
❒If the passenger's front airbag is deactivated always check the
permanent switching on of the dedicated warning light on the
instrument panel to make sure that it has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions supplied with the child seat itself.
Keep the instructions in the car along with the other documents
and this handbook. Do not use second-hand child seats without
instructions.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into each restraint system; never
carry two children simultaneously.
❒Always check that the seat belts do not interfere with the child's
throat.❒Always check that the seat belt is well fastened by pulling on it.
❒While travelling, do not let the child sit incorrectly or unfasten the
belts.
❒Never allow a child to put the belt's diagonal section under an arm
or behind their back.
❒Never carry children on your lap, even newborns. No-one can
restrain a child in the event of an accident.
❒In the event of an accident, replace the child seat with a new one.
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FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG
This consists of an instantly inflating bag contained in a special recess
in the dashboard fig. 104: this bag has a larger volume than that of
the driver's.
SEVERE DANGER When an active passenger airbag is fitted,
DO NOT install rearward facing child restraint systems on
the front seat. Deployment of the airbag in an accident
could cause fatal injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the impact. Therefore, always deactivate the
passenger airbag when a rearward facing child restraint system is
installed on the front passenger seat. The front passenger seat must
also be positioned back as far as possible in order to avoid the child
restraint system from coming into contact with the dashboard.
Immediately reactivate the passenger airbag as soon as the child
restraint system has been removed.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG AND
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
When an active passenger airbag is fitted, DO NOT
install rear facing child restraint systems on the front
seat. Deployment of the airbag in an accident could
cause fatal injuries to the baby regardless of the severity of the
impact.
ALWAYScomply with the instructions on the label stuck on the
passenger side sun visor fig. 105.
fig. 104A0J0050fig. 105A0J0450
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