IMPORTANT During this operation the window
ant-crush safety system is inhibited.
Unlocking/locking the load compartment
from inside the vehicle (Cargo version)
Press the button fig. 8 (Cargo version) to unlock the
load compartment (rear swing doors/boot and
sliding side doors) from the inside. Press again to
unlock all doors.
Changing battery - key with remote control
To replace the battery, proceed as follows fig. 9:
press button A and bring the metal insert B to the
open position;
turn the screw C tousing 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.
fig. 8F0T0322fig. 9F0T0300
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ALARM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The alarm, in addition to all the previously described
remote control functions, is controlled by the
receiver located under the dashboard near the fuse
box.
ALARM TRIPPING
The alarm trips in the following cases:
unauthorised opening of a door, the bonnet, the
tailgate or a sliding side door (if present)
(perimeter protection)
unauthorized operation of the starting device (key
turned on using a key that is not enabled)
cutting of the battery leads
moving presence inside the passenger
compartment (volumetric protection)
anomalous lifting/tilting of the vehicle.
Depending on the market, the activation of the alarm
causes the activation of the siren and the direction
indicators (for about 26 seconds). Alarm tripping and
the number of cycles depend on the sales market.
There are a maximum number of acoustic/visual
cycles. When this is reached the system returns to
normal operation.
Volumetric and antilifting protections are disabled by
pressing the control button installed on the front
dashboard (see paragraph "Antilift protections).IMPORTANT The engine immobilizer function is
ensured by the Fiat CODE which is automatically
activated when the key is extracted from the ignition.
TURNING THE ALARM ON
With the doors and bonnet closed and the ignition
key either turned to STOP or removed, point the
key with the remote control towards the vehicle and
press and release button
.
Except for some markets, the system produces an
acoustic warning (beep) and enables door locking.
A self-diagnostic stage precedes the turning on of the
alarm: if a fault is detected, the system produces
another acoustic signal.
In this case switch off the alarm by pressing
,
check that all the doors, bonnet and tailgate are
closed correctly; then switch the alarm back on by
pressing
.
If a door or the bonnet is not properly shut, it will
be excluded from the testing by the alarm system.
A fault has occurred in system operation if the alarm
produces an acoustic signal even when the doors,
bonnet and boot are correctly closed. Go to a
Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT The alarm does not come on when the
central locking is activated using the metal insert in
the key.
IMPORTANT The alarm is configured to comply with
the regulations existing in different countries.
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Never travel with the glove
compartment open: it could injure the
passenger in the event of a crash.FRONT POWER SOCKET (12V)
This is located on the central unit fig. 64 and only
works with the key at MAR.
Lift cap B to use fig. 64.
REAR POWER SOCKET (12V)
This is located in the boot fig. 65 and only works
with the key at MAR.
CIGARETTE LIGHTER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The cigarette lighter is positioned on the central
console. Press button A fig. 64 to switch on the cigar
lighter when the ignition key is turned to MAR.
After a few seconds the button goes back to
its initial position and the cigar lighter is ready for
use.
fig. 62F0T0187
fig. 63F0T0069fig. 64F0T0454
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Improper use of the electric windows
can be dangerous. Before and during
their operation ensure that passengers are not
at risk from the moving glass, either by personal
objects caught in the mechanism or struck by
it directly. When leaving the car, always remove
the ignition key to avoid the risk of injury due
to accidental operation of the electric
windows.
MANUAL FRONT WINDOWS
On some versions, the front windows are opened
and closed manually.
Wind the handle to open/close.
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
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 lower the backrest
of the rear seat to gain access to the boot (Combi
versions);
or
open the sliding side door (Cargo versions);
use device A fig. 84 located on the inside of the
right-hand swing door;
open the left-hand swing door by pulling the
handle (see "Doors" in this section).
fig. 84F0T0060
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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. In the event of a collision the fire risk is
increased all the same.
WARNING
Never exceed the maximum allowed
load in the boot (see "Technical
Specifications" section). Also make sure that the
objects you place in the luggage compar tment
have been properly secured, to avoid them from
being thrown forward consequent to sudden
braking and injuring your passengers.
REMOVING THE PARCEL SHELF (Combi
versions)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The parcel shelf fig. 85 consists of two parts. To
remove it completely, proceed as follows:
open the rear swing doors and lift the front part A
fig. 85 by releasing the pin A fig. 86 from the seat F
fig. 86;
lift the rear part B fig. 85 by releasing the pins B
and C fig. 86 from the seat D and E fig. 86.If the seat is completely folded down, remove the
parcel shelf as described and store it horizontally
between the back of the front seats and the folded
rear seat.
To refit the parcel shelf, follow the same procedure
in reverse.
fig. 85F0T0062
fig. 86F0T0456
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You must not use the folded rear seat to
carr y luggage.The load could be thrown
forward into the backrest of the front seats,
seriously injuring the occupants.
EXTENDING THE BOOT
Proceed as follows:
open the rear doors and remove the parcel shelf
(as described previously);
completely lower the rear seat head restraints;
move the seat belt to the side, making sure that it
is fully extended and not twisted;
lift backrest retainer lever A fig. 87 and fold the
backrest forwards to obtain a flat loading area.
When you lift the lever, you will see a red band.To further expand the boot, pull tab A fig. 88 behind
the rear backrest and tip seat and backrest forward.
REMOVING THE REAR SEAT
The rear seat can be removed to carry large loads
and expand the boot even further.
Combi versions
Operate the two brackets A fig. 89 under the side of
the seat (one on each side) after having tipped the
rear seat as previously described.
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;
fig. 87F0T0921fig. 88F0T0065
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HEADLIGHTS
LIGHT BEAM DIRECTION
The correct direction of the headlights is essential
for the comfort and safety of the driver and other
road users. To ensure the best visibility when
travelling with the headlights on, the headlight
alignment must be correct. Contact a Fiat Dealership
to have the direction checked and, if necessary,
adjusted.
HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT CORRECTOR
This device works with the ignition key in the MAR
position and the dipped headlights on.
The vehicle tilts backwards when it is laden, raising
the beam.
The beams must therefore be aimed again in this
case.Adjusting headlight alignment
Press theorbuttons on the control
panelfig. 100.
The instrument panel display shows the position in
relation to the adjustment set.
Position 0 - one or two people in the front seats.
Position1-fivepeople.
Position2-fivepeople + load in the boot.
Position 3 - driver + maximum permitted load
stowed in the boot.
IMPORTANT Check the alignment of the light beams
each time the weight of the load transported
changes.
FOG LIGHT DIRECTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the direction
checked and, if necessary, adjusted.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN
ABROAD
The dipped headlights are directed for operation in
the country where the vehicle was originally
purchased. In countries where you drive on the
other side of the road, you need to alter the beam
direction by affixing a specially designed self-adhesive
film in order not to dazzle the vehicles travelling in
the opposite direction.
fig. 100F0T0502
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Do not drive with your hand resting on
the gear lever as the force exerted, even if
slight , could lead over time to premature
wear of the gearbox internal components.The
clutch pedal should be used only for gear
changes. Do not drive with your foot resting on
the clutch pedal, however slightly.The electronic
clutch control could cut in by interpreting the
incorrect driving style as a fault (for versions/
markets, where provided).SAVING FUEL
Some useful tips are given below for fuel saving and
reducing harmful emissions of CO2 and other
pollutants (nitrogen oxides, unburnt hydrocarbons,
Particulate Matter (PM) etc.).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
The general factors that affect fuel consumption are
listed below.
Vehicle maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Ty r e s
Check the tyre pressure at least once every four
weeks: if the pressure is too low, consumption levels
increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight
of the vehicle (especially when driving in town)
and its trim greatly affect fuel consumption
and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories reduce the aerodynamic
coefficient of the vehicle and have a negative effect
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