WARNING
16)All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary.
17)After releasing the adjustment lever,
always check that the seat is locked on the
guides by trying to move it back and forth.
If it is not locked, the seat may move
unexpectedly and make you lose control of
the vehicle.
18)For maximum safety, keep the backrest
upright, lean back into it and make sure
the seat belt fits closely across your chest
and pelvis.
19)Before putting on the seatbelt, ensure
that the armrests are vertical (see
paragraph on "seat belts ”).
20)Before unfastening the belts and
getting out of the vehicle, ensure that the
outer armrest (door side) is fully raised.
21)All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary. In particular, while
turning the seat, take care that it does not
interfere with the handbrake lever.
22)Ensure the seat is locked in driving
position before starting up the vehicle.
23)Do not place heavy loads on the flap
with the vehicle in motion because they
could be thrown against the vehicle
occupants in the event of sudden braking
or impacts, causing severe injury.24)Do not travel with passengers seated in
the 3rd row with the 2nd row bench folded
over. Do not place objects of any type on
the backrest of the 2nd row bench folded
over: in the event of impact or sharp
braking they could be thrown against the
occupants of the vehicle casing serious
injury. For more information, see the
contents of the adhesive plate located
under the bench.
25)When refitting the bench, ensure that it
is correctly locked to the floor guides.
WARNING
3)The fabric upholstery of your vehicle is
designed to withstand the normal wear
and tear of your vehicle for a long time.
You are however recommended to avoid
strong and/or continuous scratching
with clothing accessories such as metal
buckles, studs, Velcro fastenings and the
like, as these items cause stress of the
cover fabric that could lead to yarn
breaking and damage the upholstery.
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel position can be
adjusted axially.
To carry out the adjustment, proceed as
follows:
release the lever fig. 33 by pulling it
towards the steering wheel (position 2);
adjust the steering wheel;
block the lever by pushing it
forwards (position 1).
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the booklet gives you all
the information you need to
understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.EOBD SYSTEM............................... 49
CONTROL PANEL AND
ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS ........... 50
DISPLAY ........................................ 52
TRIP COMPUTER ........................... 54
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES .................................... 56
- LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE
APPLIED ............................................ 56
- EBD FAILURE .................................. 57
- AIR BAG FAILURE ............................ 57
- SEAT BELTS REMINDER .................. 57
- ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH .......................................... 58
- LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................. 59
- LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ......... 60
-ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED ........... 60
-INCOMPLETE DOOR/LOAD
COMPARTMENT CLOSURE ............... 61
-POWER STEERING FAILURE ............ 61
- SELF-LEVELLING SUSPENSION
FAILURE ............................................. 61
- EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 63
-UREA INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
............................................................ 64
-ABS FAILURE .................................... 64
- FUEL RESERVE ............................... 64
-GLOW PLUG PREHEATING / GLOW
PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE ............ 65
-LOW DIESEL EMISSIONS ADDITIVE
(UREA) LEVEL WARNING ................... 65
-VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE - FIAT CODE ........................ 66
-REAR FOG LIGHTS ........................... 66
- GENERAL FAILURE WARNING ........ 67-DPF (PARTICULATE FILTER)
CLEANING UNDERWAY ..................... 68
- BRAKE PAD WEAR .......................... 68
-DRIVING ADVISOR ........................... 69
- TPMS ............................................... 70
-DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS ........... 71
-FOLLOW ME HOME ......................... 71
- LEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR .......... 71
- RIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR ....... 71
- FOG LIGHTS .................................... 72
- CRUISE CONTROL .......................... 72
- SPEED LIMITER ............................... 72
- AUTOMATIC MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS ..................................... 72
- MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............. 72
-"UP" FUNCTION ............................... 73
-EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE ............. 74
-LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
WARNING LIGHT FAILURE ................. 74
-BRAKE LIGHTS FAILURE .................. 74
-MAIN BEAM AUTOMATISM FAULT ... 74
-POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................. 75
-SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................. 75
-SCHEDULED SERVICING ................. 75
-FUEL CUT-OFF DEVICE INERTIA
SWITCH TRIPPED .............................. 76
-COMFORT-MATIC SYSTEM FAILURE
INDICATION ........................................ 76
-PARKING SENSOR FAILURE ............ 76
-DRIVING ADVISOR SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 76
-TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
FAILURE ............................................. 76
-LIMITED RANGE ............................... 76
-START&STOP SYSTEM
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION .............. 77
-START&STOP FAILURE .................... 77
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What it means What to do
red
amber
amberEBD FAILURE
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red),
(amber) and(amber) warning lights (for
versions/markets, where provided) with the engine on
indicates either an anomaly 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.
The display shows the dedicated message.Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to
have the system inspected immediately.
redAIR BAG FAILURE
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, but should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light stays on constantly if there is a failure
in the airbag system.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
43) 44)
redSEAT BELTS REMINDER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on constantly with the
vehicle stationary and the driver’s seat belt not
fastened.
The warning light flashes and a buzzer will sound if the
vehicle is in motion and the driver’s seat belt is not
correctly fastened.For permanent deactivation of the acoustic signal
(buzzer) of the SBR. (Seat Belt Reminder) system
contact a Fiat Dealership. With the multifunction
display, you can also reactivate the system through the
Setup menu.
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SAFETY
The chapter that you are about to read
is very important: it describes the
safety systems with which the car is
equipped and provides instructions on
how to use them correctly.ABS SYSTEM ................................. 81
ESC (ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL) SYSTEM ....................... 82
TRACTION PLUS SYSTEM ............. 85
TPMS (TYRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM) ................. 86
DRIVING ADVISOR ......................... 89
SEAT BELTS ................................... 93
SBR SYSTEM ................................. 94
PRE-TENSIONERS ......................... 94
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ...... 96
SETUP FOR “UNIVERSAL ISOFIX”
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM ..........101
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG................107
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SAFETY
SEAT BELTS
IN BRIEF
All the seats in the vehicle are
equipped with seat belts with three
anchoring points and a retractor. The
reel mechanism operates locking
the belt in the event of sharp braking
or strong deceleration due to an
impact. This allows the belt strap to
slide freely and to adapt to the body
of the occupant. In the event of an
accident, the belt will lock to reduce
the risk of impact inside the
passenger compartment or of being
projected outside the vehicle. 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.
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the
torso straight and rested against the
backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold tongue A
fig. 86 and insert it into buckle B, until
it clicks into place.On removal, if the belt jams, let it rewind
for a short stretch, then pull it out
again without jerking.
Press the button C fig. 86 to release the
belt. Guide the belt while it is rewinding
to prevent it from twisting.
The retractor may lock up when the
vehicle is parked on a steep slope: this
is perfectly normal.
Furthermore, the reel mechanism locks
the belt if it is pulled sharply or in the
event of sudden braking, collisions and
high-speed bends.
80)
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
To adjust, press button A fig. 87 and
raise or lower the handle B.
81) 82)Always adjust the seat belt height to the
passenger's body. This precaution
may considerably reduce the risk of
injury in the event of a collision.Correct adjustment is obtained when
the belt passes approximately half way
between the shoulder and the neck.
Seat belt with retractor for front
central place on bench seat
The two-seater front bench is equipped
with an built-in seat belt (retractor on
seat) with three anchorage points
for the central position fig. 88.
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WARNING
80)Never press button C fig. 86when
travelling.
81)The height of the seat belts must be
adjusted with the vehicle stationary.
82)After adjustment, always check that the
cursor to which the ring is fastened is
locked in one of the preset positions.
Release the grip and push downwards to
enable the locking device to click if the grip
has not been released in one of the
possible positions.
SBR SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
The vehicle is equipped with a
system called SBR. (Seat Belt
Reminder), composed of a buzzer
which, along with the flashing
warning light on the instrument
panel, warns the driver that their seat
belt or (for versions/markets, where
provided) the passenger's seat belt is
not correctly fastened.
For permanent deactivation, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
With multifunction display, the SBR
system can also be reactivated through
the set-up menu.
PRE-TENSIONERS
To increase the protective efficiency of
the front seat belts, the vehicle is fitted
with pretensioners. These devices, in
the event of a head-on crash or side
impact, rewind the seat belts a few
centimetres. In this way, they ensure
that the belts fit tightly to the wearer
before the restraining action begins.
It is evident that the pretensioners have
been activated when the belt withdraws
toward the retractor.
A slight discharge of smoke may be
produced during the activation of the
pretensioner which is not harmful and
does not involve any fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication. Any
changes to its original conditions will
invalidate its efficiency. If, due to
unusual natural events (floods, sea
storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water or mud, contact a
Fiat Dealership to have it replaced.
83)
13)
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest
degree of protection from the action of
the pretensioner, wear the seat belt
tight to the chest and pelvis.
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LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger safety, the front
seat belt retractors contain a load
limiter which controls the force acting
on the chest and shoulders during
the belt restraining action in the event of
a head-on collision.
GENERAL WARNINGS
FOR USING THE SEAT
BELTS
Seat belts are also to be worn by
pregnant women: the risk of injury in
the case of 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. 89).While pregnancy progresses, the driver
must adjust both the seat and the
steering wheel to ensure full control of
the vehicle (pedals and steering wheel
must be easily accessible). The
maximum clearance should be kept
between the abdomen and the steering
wheel. The seat belt strap must not
be twisted. The upper part must pass
over the shoulder and cross the chest
diagonally. The lower part must adhere
to the pelvis fig. 90, not to the
abdomen of the occupant. Do not use
devices (clips, etc.) to hold the seat belt
away from your body.
84) 85) 86)
Each seat belt must be used by only
one person. Never travel with a child
sitting on the passenger's lap and
a single belt to protect them both fig.
91. In general, do not place any objects
between the person and the belt.SEAT BELTS
MAINTENANCE
For keeping the seat belts in efficient
conditions, carefully observe the
following warnings:always use the seat belt well
stretched and never twisted; make sure
that it is free to run without
obstructions;
check seat belt operation as follows:
attach the seat belt and pull it hard;
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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;
prevent the retractors from getting
wet: their correct operation is only
guaranteed if water does not get inside;
replace the seat belt when it shows
wear or cuts.
WARNING
83)The pretensioner may be used only
once. After it is triggered, have it replaced
at a Fiat Dealership.
84)For maximum safety, keep the backrest
upright, lean back into it and make sure
the seat belt fits closely across your chest
and pelvis. Always fasten the seat belts
on both the front and the rear seats!
Travelling without wearing seat belts will
increase the risk of serious injury and even
death in the event of an accident.
85)Removing or tampering with seat belt
and pretensioner components is strictly
prohibited. Any intervention on these
components must be performed by
qualified and authorised technicians.
Always go to a Fiat Dealership.86)If the belt has been sharply pulled, for
example as the result of an accident,
the seat belt, together with the anchoring
devices, the anchoring device fixing screws
and the pretensioner must be completely
replaced. Even if the belt does not present
any exterior signs of wear or damage, it
may have lost its restraining properties.
WARNING
13)Operations which lead to impacts,
vibrations or localised heating (over 100°C
for a maximum of six hours) in the area
around the pretensioners may damage or
deploy them. Contact a Fiat Dealership
should intervention be necessary on these
components.
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.
Children below the height of 1.50
metres and up to 12 years must be
protected with suitable restraint
systems and be seated on the rear
seats. Statistics on accidents indicate
that the rear seats offer greater safety
for children. Compared with adults,
a child's head is proportionally larger
and heavier than the rest of the body,
while muscles and bone structure
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 the event of an accident,
braking or sudden manoeuvre. Children
must be seated safely and comfortably.
Depending on the characteristics of
the child restraint systems used, you
are advised to keep children in rearward
facing child 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.
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