2016 FIAT PANDA airbag

DASHBOARD
The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the versions.
1. Adjustable air vents 2. Exterior light control stalk 3. Driver front airbag 4. Windscreen wiper/rear window wiper/trip computer control lever
5. Adjustable and directable central air vents 6. Passenger front airbag 7. Glove compartment (for versions/markets, where provided) 8. Radio (for
versions/markets, where applicable) 9. Control buttons 10. Gear lever 11. Heating/ventilation/climate control system controls 12. Ignition device
13. Instrument panel 14. Front electric windows 15. ECO/ASR OFF buttons (for versions/markets, where provided)
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❒MEASUREMENT UNIT
❒LANGUAGE
❒WARNING VOLUME
❒SEAT BELT BUZZER (for versions/
markets, where provided)
❒SERVICE
❒AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG (for
versions/markets, where provided)
❒DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (for
versions/markets, where provided)
❒TYRE RESET
❒CITY BRAKE C./COLLISION
MITIGATION (for versions/markets,
where provided)
❒EXIT MENUDeactivating front passenger airbag
and side bag
This function is used to activate/
deactivate the front passenger's airbag.
Proceed as follows:
❒press the
button and, after the
message "Bag pass: Off" (to deactivate)
or "Bag pass: On" (to activate) is
displayed by pressing buttons
and
, press thebutton again;
❒a confirmation message will appear
on the display;
❒by pressing the
orbuttons
select "Yes" (to confirm activation/
deactivation) or "No" (to cancel);
❒press the
button briefly; a
message confirming the selection is
displayed and you return to the menu
screen. Hold down the button to return
to the standard screen without storing.TRIP COMPUTER
The Trip Computer can be used to
display information on vehicle operation
when the key is turned to MAR. This
function is composed of separate trips,
called “Trip A” and “Trip B” which can
monitor the entire mission (journey) in a
reciprocally independent manner.
“Trip A”allows the following values to
be displayed: "Outside temperature
(for versions/markets, where provided)",
"Range", "Distance travelled", "Average
consumption", "Instantaneous
consumption", "Average speed", "Trip
time (driving time)"
“Trip B”allows the following values to
be displayed: "Distance travelled B",
"Average consumption B", "Average
speed B", "Trip time (driving time)
B". The “Trip B” function may be
excluded.
Both functions can be reset (reset
means start of a new journey).
To reset, hold the TRIP button on the
right steering wheel stalk pressed.
NOTE “Range” and “Instantaneous fuel
consumption" parameters cannot be
reset.
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Warning light What it means
EBD FAILURE
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red),(amber) and(amber) warning lights with the engine
on, indicates either a fault of the EBD system or that the system is not available. In this case, the rear
wheels may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when braking sharply. On certain versions a
dedicated message is displayed.
Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system inspected immediately.
AIRBAG FAILURE
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light turns on but should switch off after a few
seconds.
If the warning light switches on constantly, this indicates a fault in the airbag system. On certain versions a
dedicated message is displayed.
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WARNING
40)If, when turning the key to MAR, thewarning light does not turn on or if it stays on when travelling, there could be a fault in the
restraint systems; in this event airbags or pretensioners may not be deployed in the event of impact or, in a lower number of cases, they may
deploy accidentally. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
41)Failure of the
warning light is signalled by thewarning light flashing. In this case, any faults of the airbag system might be not
signalled. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
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Amber warning lights
Warning light What it means
ABS FAILURE
When the key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light comes on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when the system is
inefficient. In this case the braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but without the advantage of
the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
PASSENGER/SIDE AIRBAGS DEACTIVATED
The warning light is located on the dashboard in central position and switches on deactivating the front
passenger airbag and the side airbag. With front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key is turned to
MAR, the warning light switches on constantly for several seconds and then it should switch off.
45)
WARNING
45)Failure of thewarning light is indicated by thewarning light switching on. In addition, the airbag system automatically disables the
airbags on the passenger's side (front and side bags where provided). Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have
the system checked.
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SAFETY
The chapter that you are about to read
is very important: it describes the
safety systems with which the vehicle is
equipped and provides instructions on
how to use them correctly.ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS ............ 61
DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS .. 66
OCCUPANT PROTECTION
SYSTEMS ....................................... 71
SEAT BELTS ................................... 71
SBR (SEAT BELT REMINDER)
SYSTEM ......................................... 72
PRETENSIONERS........................... 74
CHILD PROTECTION SYSTEMS ..... 76
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG................ 85
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OCCUPANT
PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
The most important safety equipment
of the vehicle comprises the following
protection systems:
❒seat belts;
❒SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;
❒head restraints;
❒child restraint systems;
❒front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the
following pages with the utmost care. It
is of fundamental importance that the
protection systems are used in the
correct way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver and
the passengers.
For the description of the headrest
adjustment see the "Headrests"
paragraph in the "Knowing your
vehicle" chapter.
SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting,
and ensuring that all the other
occupants of the vehicle also respect,
the local laws in force in relation to
the use of the seat belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before
setting off.
The belt should be worn keeping the
torso straight and rested against the
backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold tongue A
fig. 55 and insert it into buckle B, until
it clicks into place. On removal, if the
seat belt jams, let it rewind for a short
stretch, then pull it out again without
jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button
C. Guide the seat belt with your hand
while it is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting. Through the retractor, the
belt automatically adapts to the body of
the passenger wearing it, allowing
freedom of movement.
81)The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat
belts with three anchor points and a
retractor. Wear the rear seat belts
as shown in fig. 56 (4-seater versions)
or fig. 57 (5-seater versions).
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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
The vehicle complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the arrangement possibilities for child restraint
systems on the various seats of the vehicle as shown in the following table:
Positioning the “Universal” child restraint system
Group Weight range Front passengerRear central passenger
(for versions/markets,
where provided)Rear side passengers
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kgUXU
Group 1 9 - 18 kgUXU
Group 2 15 - 25 kgUXU
Group 3 22 - 36 kgUXU
U= suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category, according to European Regulation EEC-R44 for the specified "Groups".
X = seat not suitable for children in this weight category.
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SAFETY
() IMPORTANT: NEVER fit rearward facing child restraint systems on the front seat with an active passenger side airbag.
Deactivate the respective airbag to install a rearward facing child restraint system (see instructions in the “Supplementary Restraint
System (SRS) - Airbag” paragraph).
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Main recommendations to carry
children safely
❒Install the child restraint systems on
the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
❒Keep children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as
possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.
❒Should a rearward facing child
restraint system 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 that the
warning light is on constantly in the
central dashboard, to make sure that it
has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint system.
Keep the instructions in the vehicle
along with the other documents and
this handbook. Do not use second-
hand child restraint systems without
instructions.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry
two children using one child restraint
system.
❒Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.❒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 hold
a child in the case of an accident.
❒In the event of an accident, replace
the child restraint system with a new
one.
WARNING
91)SEVERE DANGER When a front
passenger airbag is fitted, do not install
rear facing child restraint systems on the
front passenger seat. Deployment of
the airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the collision. 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 an
impact.
92)On the sun visor there is a label with
suitable symbols reminding the user that it
is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if
a rearward facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the instructions
on the passenger's side sun visor (see
the "Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag" paragraph).93)Should it be necessary to carry a child
on the passenger side front seat in a rear
facing child restraint system, the passenger
side front airbag and side bag must be
deactivated through the display main
menu, verifying deactivation by checking
that the
warning light has switched
on in the central part of the dashboard.
Move the passenger's seat as far back as
possible to avoid contact between the child
restraint system and the dashboard.
94)Do not adjust the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated
child restraint system.
95)Incorrect fitting of the child restraint
system may result in an inefficient
protection system. In the event of an
accident the child restraint system may
become loose and the child may be
injured, even fatally. When fitting a restraint
system for newborns or children, strictly
comply with the instructions provided
by the Manufacturer.
96)When the child restraint system is not
used, secure it with the seat belt or with
the ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from
the vehicle. Do not leave it unsecured
inside the passenger compartment. In this
way, in the case of sudden braking or an
accident, it will not cause injuries to the
occupants.
97)After installing a child restraint system,
do not move the seat: always remove
the child restraint system before making
any adjustment.
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