USE OF THE OWNER HANDBOOK
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Each time direction instructions (left/right or forwards/backwards) about the vehicle are given, these must be intended as
regarding an occupant in the driver's seat. Special cases not complying with this rule will be specified as appropriate in the text.
The figures in the Owner Handbook are provided by way of example only: this might imply that some details of the image do
not correspond to the actual arrangement of your vehicle. In addition, the Handbook has been conceived considering vehicles
with steering wheel on the left side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles with steering wheel on the right side, the position
or construction of some controls is not exactly mirror-like with respect to the figure.
To identify the chapter with the information needed you can consult the index at the end of this Owner Handbook.
Chapters can be rapidly identified with dedicated graphic tabs, at the side of each odd page. A few pages further there is a key
for getting to know the chapter order and the relevant symbols in the tabs. There is in any case a textual indication of the
current chapter at the side of each even page.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
While reading this Owner Handbook you will find a series ofWARNINGSto prevent procedures that could damage your
vehicle.
There are alsoPRECAUTIONSthat must be carefully followed to prevent incorrect use of the components of the vehicle,
which could cause accidents or injuries.
Therefore allWARNINGSandPRECAUTIONSmust always be carefully followed.
WARNINGSandPRECAUTIONSare recalled in the text with the following symbols:
personal safety;
vehicle integrity;
environmental protection.
NOTE These symbols, when necessary, are indicated besides the title or at the end of the line and are followed by a number.
That number recalls the corresponding warning at the end of the relevant section.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS /
ALTERATIONS
IMPORTANT
Any change or alteration of the vehicle might seriously affect its safety and road holding, thus causing accidents, in which the
occupants could even be fatally injured.
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER
If after buying the vehicle, you decide to install electrical accessories that require a permanent electrical supply (e.g. radio,
satellite anti-theft system, etc.) or accessories that in any case burden the electrical supply, contact a Fiat Dealership, whose
personnel will check whether the vehicles's electrical system is able to withstand the load required, or whether it needs to
be integrated with a more powerful battery.
IMPORTANT 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 vehicle and available as after-sales must carry the following label
.
Fiat authorises the installation of transceivers provided that installation is carried out at a specialised centre, in a workmanlike
fashion and in compliance with manufacturer's specifications.
IMPORTANT Traffic authorities may not allow the vehicle on the road if devices are fitted that involve modifications to the
features of the vehicle. This may also cause lapse of the warranty in relation to faults caused by the change or either directly or
indirectly related to it.
Fiat shall not be liable for damage caused by the installation of accessories either not supplied or recommended by Fiat and/or
not installed in compliance with the provided instructions.
RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE PHONES
Radio transmitters (car phones, CB radios etc.) cannot be used inside the vehicle unless a separate aerial is mounted
externally.
GRAPHICAL INDEX
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HEADLIGHTS
Types of bulbs ...........................144
Daytime running lights ............... 32
Side lights/dipped headlights ..... 32
Main beam headlights ............... 32
Bulb replacement ......................144
WHEELS
Rims and tyres ..........................210
Tyre pressure .............................213
Changing a wheel ......................158
Fix&Go tyre repair kit .................162
DOOR MIRRORS
Adjustment ................................ 31
Folding ...................................... 31
DOORS
Central opening/closing ............. 18
WINDSCREEN WIPERS
Operation .................................. 37
Blade replacement ....................192
ENGINE
Engine compartment .................179
Technical specifications .............204
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AIR VENTS
Diffusers .................................... 40
LEFT STALK
External lights ............................ 32
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Control panel and on-board
instruments .................................... 68
Warning lights ............................ 83
RIGHT STALK
Window washing ....................... 37
RADIO
System ...................................... 65
PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG
Front airbag ...............................117
GLOVE COMPARTMENT
Interior fittings ............................ 60
DASHBOARD CONTROLS
Operation .................................. 54
HEATER / CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
Heating and ventilation .............. 41
Manual climate control ............... 44
Automatic climate control
system ........................................... 47
GEAR LEVER
Operation ..................................126
STEERING WHEEL
Adjustment ................................ 30
Front airbag driver's side ...........117
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BONNET OPENING LEVER
Opening/closing ........................ 55
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
UNLOCKING LEVER
Operation .................................. 30
DOORS
Lock/Unlock .............................. 18
SEATS
Adjustments .............................. 22
Driver seat adjustments ............. 22
Passenger seat adjustments ...... 23
Rear seat access ....................... 24
Seat that folds to form a table ... 24
Third row seats .......................... 25
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KNOWING YOUR CAR
In-depth knowledge of your new vehicle
starts here.
The booklet that you are reading simply
and directly explains how it is made
and how it works.
That’s why we advise you to read it
seated comfortably on board, so that
you can see what is described here for
yourself.THE KEYS....................................... 14
IGNITION DEVICE ........................... 16
SYMBOLS ...................................... 17
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ............... 17
DOORS ........................................... 18
SEATS ............................................ 22
PARTITIONS ................................... 27
HEAD RESTRAINTS ........................ 29
STEERING WHEEL ......................... 30
REAR VIEW MIRRORS .................... 31
EXTERNAL LIGHTS......................... 32
INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................... 34
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW
WIPER ............................................ 37
HEATING AND VENTILATION
SYSTEM ......................................... 39
DIFFUSERS..................................... 40
HEATING AND VENTILATION.......... 41
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM ......................................... 44
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM ......................................... 47
ELECTRIC WINDOWS .................... 52
CONTROLS .................................... 54
BONNET ......................................... 55
BOOT ............................................. 56
INTERIOR FITTINGS ....................... 60
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................. 63HEADLIGHTS.................................. 64
RADIO............................................. 65
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT .............................. 65
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2) 3)
WARNING
1)Press button B only with the key away
from your body, specifically from your eyes
and from objects which could get
damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave
the key unattended to prevent people,
especially children, from inadvertently
pressing the button.
2)Once the dead lock system is engaged it
is impossible to open the doors from
inside the vehicle. Therefore, before
engaging the system check that there is no
one left inside.
3)If the remote control battery is flat, the
system can only be turned on by inserting
the metal key in the door lock: in this case,
the device remains active for the rear
doors only.
WARNING
1)Used batteries are harmful to the
environment. You can dispose of them
either in the correct containers as specified
by law or by taking them to a Fiat
Dealership, which will deal with their
disposal.
IGNITION DEVICE
The key can be turned to 3 different
positions fig. 10:
STOP: engine off, key extractable,
steering locked. Some electrical
devices (e.g. sound system, central
door locking system, etc.) can operate;
MAR: driving position. All electrical
devices are enabled;
AVV: engine starting (unstable
position).
The ignition switch is fitted with an
electronic safety system that requires
the ignition key to be turned back
to STOP if the engine will not start,
before the starting operation can be
repeated.
4) 5) 6) 7)
STEERING LOCK
Activation
When the key is at STOP, remove the
key and turn the steering wheel until
it locks.
Deactivation
Move the steering wheel slightly as you
turn the ignition key to MAR.
WARNING
4)If the ignition device has been tampered
with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by a Fiat Dealership before
driving again.
5)Always remove the key when you leave
your vehicle to prevent someone from
accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the handbrake.
Engage first gear if the vehicle is parked
uphill or reverse gear if the vehicle is
parked downhill. Never leave children
unattended in the vehicle.
6)Never extract the key while the vehicle is
moving. The steering wheel will
automatically lock as soon as it is turned.
This also applies to cases in which the
vehicle is towed.
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WARNING
8)Before opening a door, ensure that you
can do it in conditions of safety.
9)You must not open the left-hand sliding
side door with the fuel cap open while
refuelling. Check that the fuel cap is closed
while opening/closing the sliding side
door to avoid damage.10)If you are parked on a slope, do not
leave the sliding door locked in the open
position. An involuntary impact could
unhook the door, causing it to move.
11)Before leaving the vehicle parked with
the sliding doors open, always check
that they are locked into place.
12)Always use this device when carrying
children.
13)The spring-loaded system was
designed for optimum usage. Accidental
knocks or a strong gust of wind may
release the springs, forcing the doors to
close.
14)When closing, shut the right hand door
fully before you close the left hand door.
Never shut the two doors at the same time.
WARNING
2)Make sure that the left sliding side door
is all closed before refuelling to prevent
damage to the door and to the sliding
locking system with fuel filler cap open,
activated during refuelling.
SEATS
DRIVER’S SEAT
(for Cargo versions, where provided)
15)
Longitudinal adjustment
Raise the lever A fig. 24 and push the
seat forwards or backwards: in driving
position your arms should be slightly
bent and your hands should rest on the
rim of the steering wheel.
16)
Reclining backrest adjustment
Lift lever B fig. 24 and, slightly
detaching the back from the backrest,
accompany the movement of the
backrest until it is in the desired
position.
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