knob A turned to blue section
take the slider B to
turn knob C to the required speed
turn knob D to
INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Take the slider B to
.
It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation
on while standing in queues or in tunnels to prevent
the introduction of polluted air.
Do not use the function for a long time, particularly
if there are several passengers on board, to prevent
the windows from steaming up.
IMPORTANT The internal air recirculation system
makes it possible to reach the required heating
or cooling conditions more quickly. Do not use the
internal air recirculation function on rainy/cold
days to avoid the possibility of the windows misting.
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING OF HEATED
REAR WINDSCREEN AND DOOR MIRRORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press button
fig. 47 to activate the function. The
LED on the button comes on to indicate activation.
Press
again to disable the function in advance.IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid
damage that might cause it to stop working properly.
SUPPLEMENTARY HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
The additional heater comes on automatically when
the engine is started, if knob A is turned to the
last red sector and the fan (knob C) is at least at the
first speed level.
The additional heater turns off automatically after
reaching the required comfort conditions.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
fig. 47F0T0048
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turn knob C to
take the slider B to
turn knob D to
press knob C.
Adjusting cooling
Proceed as follows:
take the slider B to
turn knob A rightwards to increase the
temperature
turn knob C leftwards to reduce the fan speed.
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING OF HEATED
REAR WINDSCREEN AND DOOR MIRRORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press button
fig. 49 to activate the function. The
LED on the button comes on to indicate activation.Press
again to disable the function in advance.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid
damage that might cause it to stop working properly.
SUPPLEMENTARY HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
The additional heater comes on automatically when
the engine is started, if knob A is turned to the
last red sector and the fan (knob C) is at least at the
first speed level.
The additional heater turns off automatically after
reaching the required comfort conditions.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Run the climate control system for at least 10
minutes every month during the winter. Have the
system inspected at a Fiat Dealership before the
summer.
fig. 49F0T0048
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up (position 1): to activate the right direction
indicator;
down (position 2): to activate the left direction
indicator.
Warning light
orwill blink on the instrument
panel.
Direction indicators switch off automatically when
the vehicle is back in a straight line.
If you want the indicator to flash briefly to show that
you are about to change lane, move the stalk up or
down without it clicking into position. When
released, the stalk will return to its default position.
Lane change function
If you wish to signal a lane change, put the left stalk
in the temporary position for less than half a second.
The direction indicator on the selected side will
flash three times and then switch off automatically.“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE
This device lights up the space in front of the vehicle
for a short time.
Activation
With the ignition key in the STOP position or
extracted, pull the stalk towards the steering wheel
and move it within 2 minutes of the engine switching
off.
Each time the stalk is moved, the lights stay on for an
extra 30 seconds up to a maximum of 210 seconds;
then the lights are switched off automatically.
Each time the stalk is moved, instrument panel
warning light
comes on and the corresponding
message will appear on the display (see “Warning
lights and messages”) for as long as the function
remains on. The light comes on when the stalk is
first moved and stays on until the function is
automatically deactivated. Each movement of the
stalk increases only the amount of time the lights
stay on.
Deactivation
Keep the stalk pulled towards the steering wheel for
more than 2 seconds.
fig. 51F0T0431
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If necessary (when overtaking for instance)
acceleration is possible by simply pressing the
accelerator pedal: releasing the accelerator pedal, the
car will return to the speed memorised previously.
Restoring the stored speed
If the device has been switched off, for example by
pressing the brake or clutch pedal, the memorised
speed can be restored as follows:
accelerate gently until a speed close to that stored
one is reached;
engage the gear selected when storing the speed;
press button B fig. 53.
Increasing the stored speed
This can be done in two ways:
by pressing the accelerator and memorizing the
new speed reached;or
by moving the lever upwards (+).
Each operation of the lever will correspond to a
slight increase in speed of about 1 km/h, while
keeping the lever upwards will correspond to a
continuous speed increase.
Reducing the memorised speed
This can be done in two ways:
by switching off the device and then storing the
new speed;
or
by moving the lever downwards (-) until the new
speed, which will be automatically stored, is
reached.
Each movement of the stalk will correspond to a
reduction in speed of about 1 km/h, while keeping
the stalk held downwards will continuously reduce
the speed.
Switching the device off
The device can be switched off by the driver in the
following ways:
by turning the ring A to the OFF position;
by stopping the engine.
Deactivating the function
The device can be switched off by the driver in the
following ways:
fig. 53F0T0405
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With switch A pressed to the left, the lights C and D
arealwaysoff.
With switch A pressed to the right, the lights C and
D are always on.
The lights are faded out.
Switch B fig. 55 is a spot light; when the ceiling light
is off, it switches on individually:
light C if pressed on the left side;
light D if pressed on the right side.
IMPORTANT Before getting out of the vehicle, make
sure both switches are in the middle position; when
the doors are closed, the lights switch off to prevent
the battery from being run down. In any case, if
the switch is left in the permanently on position, the
courtesy light goes off automatically 15 minutes
after the engine switching off.REAR CEILING LIGHT WITH MOVABLE
LENS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The light comes on automatically when a front door
or sliding side door is opened and goes out when
it is closed.
Press the left-hand side of the lens A fig. 56, as
shown in the diagram, to switch the light on/off
when the doors are closed.
REAR CEILING LIGHTS WITH REMOVABLE
TO RC H
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The light comes on automatically when you open the
sliding side doors (for versions/markets where
provided) and the rear swing doors, and goes out
when you close them.
Press switch A fig. 57 to turn the light on/off with
the doors closed.
fig. 55F0T0121fig. 56F0T0114
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BONNET
OPENING
Proceed as follows:
pull lever A fig. 93 in the direction indicated by the
arrow;
operate the lever B fig. 94 and lift the bonnet;
lift the bonnet;
lift the engine bonnet supporting lever A fig. 95
and move it until it clicks.
WARNING
Before opening the bonnet , check that
windscreen wiper arm is not lifted from
the windscreen.CLOSING
Proceed as follows:
lift the bonnet with one hand and pull the device
A fig. 96 towards yourself while you are lowering
the B;
fig. 93F0T0045
fig. 94F0T0067
fig. 95F0T0216
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lower the bonnet to approximately 20 centimetres
from the engine compartment and let it drop.
Make sure that the bonnet is completely closed
and not only fastened by the safety catch by trying
to open it. If it is not perfectly closed, do not try
to press the bonnet lid down but open it and
repeat the procedure.
IMPORTANT A plate summarising the described
bonnet opening/closing operations is affixed under
the bonnet (see fig. 97).
WARNING
For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be perfectly closed while
travelling. Make sure that the bonnet is
perfectly closed and that the lock is engaged. If
you discover during travel that the lock is not
fully engaged, stop immediately and close
the bonnet in the correct manner.
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK
FASTENERS
The fasteners are located at points A, B and C
fig. 98.
fig. 96F0T0283
fig. 97F0T0215
fig. 98F0T0154
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ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The ESC system improves the directional control and
stability of the vehicle in various driving conditions.
The ESC system corrects the vehicle’s understeer
and oversteer, distributing the brake force on the
appropriate wheels. The torque supplied by the
engine can also be reduced in order to maintain
control of the vehicle.
The ESC system uses the sensors in the vehicle to
determine the trajectory required by the driver
through steering and compares it with the real
trajectory of the vehicle. When the real trajectory
deviates from the desired trajectory, the ESC system
intervenes to counter the car’s understeer or
oversteer.
Oversteer: occurs when the vehicle is turning
more than it should according to the angle of
the steering wheel
Understeer: occurs when the vehicle is turning
less than it should according to the angle of the
steering wheel
The ESC system also includes the following systems:
Hill Holder
ASR
MSR
HBASYSTEM INTERVENTION
It is signalled by the blinking of the instrument panel
warning light
, to inform the driver that the car
is in critical stability and grip conditions.
Switching the system on
The ESC system is automatically activated when the
vehicle is started and cannot be deactivated.
Failure indications
In the event of a failure, the ESC system will be
automatically switched off and warning light
will
switch on constantly on the instrument panel along
with a message on the multifunction display (for
versions/markets where provided) (see chapter
"Warning lights and messages"). Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
WARNING
The ESC system can’t overrule the
natural laws of physics, and can’t
increase the grip available according to the
condition of the road.
WARNING
The ESC system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to
excessive speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
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