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SYMBOLSSpecial coloured labels have been attached near or
on some of the components of your vehicle. These
labels bear symbols that draw your attention to
the precautions required when handling the
component in question.
The inner surface of the engine bonnet includes a
label with the different symbols used.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEMThis is an electrical engine immobiliser system which
increases protection against attempted theft of the
vehicle. It is automatically activated when the ignition
key is extracted.
Each time the vehicle is started turning the ignition
key toMAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit
sends a recognition code to the engine control unit
to deactivate the inhibitor.
If, during ignition, the code is not correctly
recognized, a warning light
is lit on the
instrument panel.
In this case, turn the key toSTOPand then back to
MAR. Try with the other keys provided if the
problem persists. Contact a Fiat Dealership if you
still cannot start the engine.
IMPORTANT Each key has its own code which must
be stored by the system ECU. Contact the Fiat
Dealership to have new keys (up to eight) stored
with the code.
Warning light
coming on when driving
❒If the
warning light (or symbol in the display)
comes on, this means that the system is running a
self-diagnosis test (caused, for example, by a
voltage drop). When you stop for the first time,
turn the key to STOP and then to MAR: the
warning light
will not light up if no faults are
detected.
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Changing battery - key with remote control
To replace the battery, proceed as follows fig. 5:
❒press button A and bring the metal insert B to the
open position;
❒turn the screw C to
using a fine bit screwdriver;
❒take out the battery case D and replace the
battery E, respecting its polarity;
❒refit the battery case D inside the key and fasten it
by turning the screw C to
.
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.ORDERING ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLS
The system acknowledges up to 8 remote controls.
Should a new remote control be necessary, contact a
Fiat Dealership, taking a personal identity document
and the vehicle ownership documents with you.
DEAD LOCK
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This security device prevents the opening of the
doors from inside the passenger compartment
if there has been a break-in attempt (e.g. a window
has been broken).
Dead lock therefore offers the best possible
protection against break-in attempts. We
recommend engaging it whenever the vehicle is
parked and left unattended.
WARNING
Once the dead lock system is engaged it
is impossible to open the doors from
inside the vehicle. Before engaging the system
please therefore check that there is no one left
on board.
fig. 5
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Repositioning the seat
To return the seat back to its normal position,
proceed as follows:
❒take tab C fig. 19 and lift the backrest up;
❒operate levers B fig. 20 and further lift the seat
upwards.
WARNING
When the passenger seat is folded away,
the space created cannot be used for
loading.When the vehicle is in motion, you are
therefore advised to remove or secure any
objects that might interfere with the driver. If
there is no partition between the cab and
the load compartment , tall objects or packages
may take up par t of the passenger area. Make
sure that these items are well secured by using
the available hooks and that they cannot
interfere with the driver.
ACCESSING REAR SEATS (Combi versions)
Open one of the two sliding side doors to access the
rear seats (see "Doors" in this section).
fig. 20
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Switch A can be set to three different positions:
❒switch in central position (position 0), light comes
on when a door is opened;
❒switch pushed up (position 1), light is always on;
❒switch pushed down (position2-AUTOOFF),
light is always off.
TORCH FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located on the right side of the load
compartment. It is used as both a fixed light and a
portable electric torch.
To use the removable torch A fig. 44, push button B
and remove the torch in the direction shown by
the arrow. Then press switch C to switch the light
on/off.When the removable light is secured to its fixed
support, the electric torch battery is automatically
recharged.
With the vehicle stationary and the ignition key
either turned to STOP or removed, the courtesy
light is recharged for a maximum of 15 minutes.
BOOT LIGHT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The lamp fig. 45 comes on automatically when the
boot is opened and goes out when it is closed.
SWITCHING CEILING LIGHTS ON/OFF
The ceiling lights switch on/off in the following ways:
Ceiling lights on without locking the doors
Front ceiling light: comes on when the front doors
are opened.
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
fig. 43
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A
UT
O
fig. 44
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WINDOWSFRONT ELECTRIC WINDOWS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Buttons fig. 61 are located on the driver's door panel
to control the following functions with the key on:
A: Opening/closing left window
B: Opening/closing right window
Push button A or B to open/close the appropriate
window.
When one of the two buttons is pressed briefly, the
window moves in stages; if the button is held down,
"continuous automatic" operation is activated both
for closing and opening. Press button A or B again to
stop the window in its current position.
The electric windows are fitted with a security
system (for versions/markets, where provided) that
can detect the presence of an obstacle whilst the
window is closing; when this happens, the system
kicks in and the movement of the glass is
immediately reversed.
IMPORTANT The system will automatically enter
“recovery” mode (self-protection) if the anti-crushing
function is activated 5 times in only one minute.
This condition is apparent because the window
closing in stages.
If this occurs, restore the system as follows:
❒open the windows;
or❒turn the key off (STOP position) and then on
(MAR).
If no malfunction is present, the window returns to
its normal operation automatically.
IMPORTANT With the key off or removed, the
windows remain activated for about two minutes and
are deactivated as soon a door is opened.
WARNING
Improper use of the electric windows
can be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that no-one is exposed
to the risk of being injured directly by the
moving window or by objects getting caught and
dragged. When leaving the car, always remove
the ignition key to avoid the risk of injury
due to accidental operation of the electric
windows.
fig. 61
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Do not tr y to close the tailgate by
pressing on the side shock absorbers C
fig. 63. Also be careful not to knock the
side shock absorbers when you load the boot , to
avoid damaging them.
EMERGENCY OPENING FROM THE INSIDE
In the event of an emergency, you can open the
tailgate from inside as follows:
❒Open the sliding side door and fully fold the rear
seats;
❒from inside the boot, press lever A fig. 64 and
open the tailgate.
WARNING
If you are travelling in areas with few
filling stations and you want to
transport fuel in a spare tank, comply with the
law by using only an approved, suitably secured
tank.However, the risks in case of collision
increase.
WARNING
Never exceed the maximum allowed
load in the boot (see "Technical
Specifications" section). Make sure that the
objects are well arranged in the boot so that
they will not be projected forwards following
sudden braking.
fig. 64
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fig. 63
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Removing the rear seat
The rear seat can be removed to further expand the
load compartment and carry large loads. After
folding down the rear seat as described previously,
act on the two brackets A fig. 80 positioned under
the side of the seat (one per side).
Repositioning the rear seat
Proceed as follows:
❒check that the seat belt webbing is correctly
inserted in the corresponding bracket:
❒take the cushion back to horizontal position and
check that it is secured correctly;
❒tip back the backrest and check that it is secured
correctly.
An ideogram under the split seat fig. 81 indicates the
method for resecuring the seat to the brackets
screwed to the floor.SECURING YOUR LOAD
Hooks (various number, according to version) are
fixed to the floor fig. 82 for easy securing load.
fig. 80
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fig. 81
F0T0302
fig. 82
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The rear seat belts must be used as shown in the
diagram in fig. 98 or fig. 99.
IMPORTANT The red band B on the levers A used
for folding the seat will not appear when the
backrest is correct secured. This red band indicates
that the backrest is not secured.IMPORTANT When putting the seats back to their
normal position, make sure the seat belts are
positioned so they are ready to use.
WARNING
Make sure the backrest is properly
secured at both sides (red bands B not
visible) to prevent it moving forward in the
event of sharp braking, causing injuries to
passengers.
fig. 98
F0T0193
fig. 99 - N1 versions (4 seats)
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